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inspiring connections Programs ● Services ● Special Events January – March 2024

BLACK HISTORY MONTH at the Library

February is

BLACK HISTORY MONTH Join us throughout February to learn more about Black History in Canada. Visit bramptonlibrary.ca or scan the QR code to learn more about each program and to register.

Poems of Pain and Power with Shakkoi CC

Feb. 1

Mindfulness Meet with Stacy-Ann Buchanan SP

Feb. 5

7–8:30 p.m.

Feb. 8

CC

7–8:30 p.m.

7–8:30 p.m.

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Feb. 13

11 a.m.–12 p.m.

7–8:30 p.m.

Brampton Tech Talks: Black Businesses Success Stories FC

Feb. 22

6–8 p.m.

Out Here Healing Session for Black Community Members MPV

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Feb. 10

Braiding Workshop SW

Self Care Workshop for Black Community Members FC

Author Visit with Sadé Smith

Feb. 29

7–8:30 p.m.

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inspiring connections program guide January – March 2024

What’s inside...

From the CEO Early Years Middle Years Teens General Interest Lifelong Learning Love of Reading and Writing Technology/MakerSpace Newcomers Seniors

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Registration information About our programs All programs are free! Everyone is welcome to drop in, unless registration is required, as noted. Some programs require free tickets to be picked up 30 minutes before the program starts. Arrive early to avoid disappointment.

Registration tips Follow these easy steps to register: • Visit our website at bramptonlibrary.ca.

• Select Calendar under the Programs tab.

• Click the Date range tab on the left side of the page.

• Change the To field from today’s date to March 31.

• Type one or two words of the program name into the Search for events field and click enter.

Search results will appear on the page.

Please note: Schedules are subject to change without notice. Check our calendar of events at bramptonlibrary.ca for the most up-to-date programming information.

Partners • Achēv • Brampton Entrepreneur Centre (BEC) • Brampton Innovation District • Brampton Multicultural Community Centre (BMC) • Canada Learning Code • Canadian Mental Health Association • Canadian Parents for French • Codespire • EarlyON - BridgeWay Family Centre • EarlyON - Child Development Resource Connection Peel (CDRCP) • EarlyON - Malton Neighbourhood Services • Enroute 2 Success • Film in a Day • Hindi Writers Guild • Library Settlement Partnerships (LSP) • Makers Making Change • Malton Neighbourhood Services Black Family Support Program • Ontario Genealogical Society • Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA) • Perpetual Bazaar • Punjabi Community Health Services (PCHS) • Punjabi Kalman Da Kafla • RBC Meeting Place • Sheridan College • South Asian Legal Clinic of Ontario • Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) • Visual Arts Brampton (VAB)

Branch Closures Monday, January 1 Monday, February 19 Friday, March 29 Sunday, March 31

New Year's Day Family Day Good Friday Easter Sunday

Branch abbreviations used in this guide CH Chinguacousy CC Cyril Clark FC Four Corners GM Gore Meadows MPV Mount Pleasant Village

SF SW SP VIR

South Fletcher’s South West Springdale Virtual

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From the CEO Brampton Library is happy to announce our incredible lineup of free programming for January to March 2024, with a particular focus on Black History Month in February.

Part of the Library’s mission is to facilitate social cohesion. Our programs can help bring people together, they are geared towards providing a discovery of something new, welcoming all skill levels. My challenge to you is this: pick a program on a topic you know the least about, where you’ll be getting together with people you don’t know to explore it. You’ll be amazed at the connections you can create!

Whether it is something old or something new, I’m sure you will find something in this guide to interest you. For school age kids and teens, there’s a full lineup of March Break activities including technology, arts, reading, and gaming. I want to extend my thanks to our incredible team of staff who have put together this slate of events, and to the wonderful community partners who support us. In particular, I’m grateful to Brampton’s Black community who are collaborating on events related to wellness, literature, business and culture, and to the Legacy of Hope Foundation, who have supplied the travelling display A National Crime: The Residential School System in Canada.

I am also happy to announce that a full range of programs is now being offered at our Chinguacousy Branch which has relocated from the Brampton Civic Centre to the Chinguacousy Park Ski Chalet, near the southwest corner of Central Park Drive and Bramalea Road. While we work on finding a larger, permanent location to serve the community, I invite you to check out our location in the park.

Todd Kyle CEO, Brampton Library

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• Check hours and locations at a glance

Visit us!

See our website or scan the QR code to discover our eight branches.

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Early Years

Family Storytime

Early Years

0–6 years

Programs for Birth to 6 years

Alphabet Bingo 3–5 years

Read, sing, and play while we learn the alphabet! Free tickets will be available 30 minutes before the program starts.

CC FC SF

Mar. 11 Mar. 12 Mar. 14

10:30–11:30 a.m.

10:30–11:30 a.m.

11 a.m.–12 p.m.

Author Visit with Sadé Smith 4–9 years

Local author Sadé Smith joins us for a reading of her book Granny’s Kitchen and an exploration of Jamaican culture, food, and language. Sadé will share a personal recipe for you to try at home with a free Spice Take-and-make Kit. CC

Feb. 10

11 a.m.– 12 p.m.

Baby Storytime

0–18 months It's never too early to promote healthy brain development through reading, singing, and playing!

CC CH GM SF SP

Fridays 11–11:30 a.m.

Mondays 10:30–11 a.m.

Tuesdays 10:30–11:30 a.m.

Tuesdays 10:30–11 a.m.

Fridays 11–11:30 a.m. (not available Jan. 5)

Black Family Support Program

For parents within the Black community and their children 0–12 years

Children and youth play and explore, as parents learn about resources and share experiences. Held in partnership with Malton Neighbourhood Services Black Family Support Program.

CH

Thursdays

Let's get every child ready to read! Bring your family to this interactive storytime where we'll share some of our favourite songs and play together to promote early learning. Everyone is welcome.

CC CH FC GM MPV SF SP SW

Tuesdays 11 a.m.–12 p.m.

Saturdays 10:30–11 a.m.

Wednesdays 6:30–7 p.m.

Thursdays 10:30–11 a.m.

Mondays, Tuesdays 6:30–7:30 p.m.

Wednesdays 7–7:30 p.m.

Wednesdays 6–7 p.m.

Saturdays 10:30–11 a.m.

Tuesdays 6:30–7 p.m.

Thursdays 6:30–7 p.m.

Family Time at Four Corners Branch 0–6 years

Held in cooperation with BridgeWay Family Centre EarlyON, this program offers music, story, and creative time for children to enjoy together and with their parents/ caregivers. Children must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the program.

FC

Fridays

10 a.m.–1 p.m.

Family Time at Mount Pleasant Village Branch 0–6 years

A free early learning program offered in partnership with Child Development Resource Connection Peel EarlyON. Registered Early Childhood Educators are available to connect with participants and answer questions.

MPV

Tuesdays, Wednesdays 1:30–3:30 p.m.

Fridays 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

(not available Jan. 4, Feb. 1, Mar. 7)

See page 3 for registration tips and abbreviations used in this guide. For details or to register* visit our calendar of events online.

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Early Years

Movers and Shakers

STEAM Storytime

Let's get moving! Toddlers and their grownups are invited to join us to learn through reading, singing, and playing.

Explore early science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics concepts through songs, stories, and hands-on play. These STEAM activities will open up new questions, skills, and possibilities.

18 months–3 years

CC GM MPV SF SP

3–5 years

Thursdays

11–11:30 a.m.

Wednesdays Thursdays Wednesdays Mondays

10:30–11 a.m.

11–11:30 a.m.

11–11:30 a.m.

11–11:30 a.m.

(not available Mar. 14)

10:30–11:30 a.m.

11 a.m.–12 p.m.

18 months–3 years

0–6 years

An interactive music and dance program for parents and young children helps children develop physical coordination, social skills, and creative expression, in cooperation with BridgeWay Family Centre EarlyON. Fridays

Mar. 13 Saturdays

Toddler Music and Movement

Music and Movement

GM

FC GM

Sing, dance, and have fun! Singing helps kids learn words and express themselves, dancing releases energy and promotes health. Held in cooperation with Malton Neighbourhood Services EarlyON. CH

Fridays

11 a.m.–12 p.m.

10–11 a.m.

Read and Play 0–6 years

An interactive program to meet other families and children. Enjoy various childrens’ activities, followed by a circle and story. In cooperation with BridgeWay Family Centre EarlyON. FC

Mondays

10 a.m.–1 p.m.

Songs and Stories 0–5 years

In cooperation with Malton Neighbourhood Services EarlyON, this program helps enhance caregiver/child attachment through developmentally appropriate activities and encourage language development and social-emotional interaction.

SP

Thursdays

Your child will love this journey! Pick up your tracking sheet at your favourite branch.

Select “1000 Books Before Kindergarten” under the the “PROGRAMS” navigation tab on our website or scan the QR code to learn more.

12:30–1:30 p.m.

See page 3 for registration tips and abbreviations used in this guide. For details or to register* visit our calendar of events online.

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Middle Years

Creative Threads (for Autistic Youth)

Middle Years

8+ years

Programs for 6 to 12 years

100 Cup Challenge 6–8 years

What can you build with 100 cups? Visit the Library for a series of cup stacking challenges.

FC

Mar. 25

6–7 p.m.

Blindfolded Cubing 8+ years

Learn to solve the Rubik’s cube with your eyes closed in this introductory session for all visual abilities. All are welcome to participate and join a Guinness World Record event aiming to have the largest number of blindfolded participants solve the Rubik’s cube at the same place and time. Registration required.* FC

Tuesdays

7–8:30 p.m.

(not available Jan. 2, 30, Feb. 27, Mar. 26)

Book Bingo 6–12 years

Join us for bingo with library flair — a favourite!

CC CH FC GM MPV SF SP SW

Mar. 14 2–3 p.m.

Mar. 11 2–3 p.m.

Jan. 27 2:30–3:30 p.m.

Mar. 14 2–3 p.m.

Jan. 22, Mar. 12 2–3 p.m.

Jan. 27 10:30–11:30 a.m.

Jan. 22, Feb. 16, Mar. 13 2–3 p.m.

Mar. 15 2–3 p.m.

Jan. 3, Mar. 13 2–3 p.m.

Jan. 27 3–4 p.m.

Explore crafts with paper, pressed flowers, paint, stones, textiles, 3D printing, and of course threads. All skill levels are welcome to join this group specifically for autistic youth. Registration required.* FC

Feb. 26, Mar. 4, 11 4:30–5:30 p.m.

Cubelets Playground 6–8 years

Build a robot playground using preprogrammed magnetic blocks called Cubelets and LEGO adapters. Will your robot swing, slide, or climb? The possibilities are endless!

FC

Feb.12

6–7 p.m.

Enroute 2 Success Chess Games 8–12 years

Join Enroute 2 Success, a Black youth group, for monthly board game socials at Brampton Library. The group will focus on the game of chess and encourage intergenerational game sessions.

FC GM

Jan. 10, 24, Feb. 7, 21, Mar. 6, 20 6–8 p.m.

Jan. 17, 31, Feb. 14, 28, Mar. 13, 27 6–8 p.m.

See page 3 for registration tips and abbreviations used in this guide. For details or to register* visit our calendar of events online.

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Middle Years

Game On!

Learn to Play: Ticket to Ride

Play to learn! Spelling, math, and strategy are all involved in these favourite board games. Drop in with your friends for free play.

Learn about Ticket to Ride, a multiplayer game of train car and destination cards, with international competitor and expert Michael Vaz. Discover the complexities, secret connections, and a breakdown of game mechanics and the opportunity for gameplay. Registration required.*

All ages

CC CH FC GM MPV SF SP SW

Mondays Jan. 27 Feb. 26 Sundays Wednesdays Sundays Sept. 22 Tuesdays Jan. 5, 27 Jan. 5 Tuesdays

10+ years

6:30–7:30 p.m.

2:30–4 p.m.

6–7 p.m.

2–4 p.m.

7–8 p.m.

2:30–3:30 p.m.

2:30–3:30 p.m.

6–7 p.m.

2–3 p.m.

2–3 p.m.

6:30–8 p.m.

(not available Jan. 16, Feb. 13, Mar. 12)

MPV

LEGO Mania 6–12 years

Imagine, build, create! Engineer your very own creation, meet other LEGO fans, and work together to build a masterpiece.

CC

Good Money Habits for Kids

CH

In partnership with RBC Meeting Place, this engaging, interactive workshop helps parents and kids feel financially empowered by learning budgeting basics, dollars, and sense. Registration required.*

FC GM MPV SF

6–12 years

SP

Feb. 20

4–5 p.m.

Kids Discovery Club Science + technology + engineering + art + math = STEAM! Participate in fun STEAM challenges every week.

CC CH FC GM MPV SF SP SW

Saturdays Saturdays

2–3:30 p.m.

2:30–4 p.m.

Saturdays

2:30–4 p.m.

Saturdays Saturdays

2–3:30 p.m.

2:30–4 p.m.

Saturdays

2–3:30 p.m.

Saturdays

2–3:30 p.m.

Saturdays

2:30–4 p.m.

(not available Jan. 27) (not available Jan. 27, Mar. 9)

(not available Jan. 20, Feb. 24, Mar. 23) (not available Mar. 16) (not available Jan. 27, Mar. 16) (not available Jan. 27, Mar. 16)

SP SW

6–12 years

Jan. 28, Feb 11, 25 2:30–4:30 p.m.

Thursdays Sundays Mar. 14 Sundays Sundays Thursdays Mondays Thursdays Sundays Jan. 3 Mar. 12 Sundays Jan. 5 Thursdays Sundays

(not available Mar. 10)

6:30–7:30 p.m.

2–3 p.m.

2–3 p.m.

2:30–3:30 p.m.

2–4 p.m.

6–7 p.m.

7–8 p.m.

6–7 p.m.

2–3 p.m.

2–3 p.m.

11 a.m.–12 p.m.

2–3 p.m.

2–3 p.m.

7–8 p.m.

2–3 p.m.

Online French Club Grades 1–8

Canadian Parents for French offers online homework help, Francofun, and conversations and activities in French for students in grades one through eight. No sessions on public holidays. To participate, weekly sign-ups are required through: https://forms.gle/gDQmrzvLCQJbMgUT9 VIR

Wednesdays

5:30–6:30 p.m.

(not available Jan. 3, 10, Mar. 13)

See page 3 for registration tips and abbreviations used in this guide. For details or to register* visit our calendar of events online.

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Middle Years

Snap Circuits 9–12 years

Get hands-on with Snap Circuits, an easy-to-use system of electronic building blocks that snap together. Learn the basics of inputs and outputs through a series of challenges.

FC

Mar. 4

6–7 p.m.

STEAM Station 6–12 years

Unleash your inner inventor, engineer, or scientist by experimenting with coding, robotics, circuits, and more!

CC CH FC GM MPV SF SP SW

Jan. 22, Feb. 16 Jan. 22, Feb. 16 Feb. 5 Feb. 16, Mar. 15 Feb. 16, Mar. 11 Mar. 15 Jan. 22, Feb. 16 Mar. 11 Feb. 16 Mar. 16

2–3 p.m.

2–3 p.m.

6–7 p.m.

2–3 p.m.

2:30–3:30 p.m.

2–3 p.m.

2–3 p.m.

11 a.m.–12 p.m.

2–3 p.m.

2:30–4 p.m.

Black History Month Author Visit with Sadé Smith 4–9 years

Local author Sadé Smith joins us for a reading of her book Granny’s Kitchen and an exploration of Jamaican culture, food, and language. Sadé will share a personal recipe for you to try at home with a free Spice Take-and-make Kit. CC

Feb. 10

11 a.m.– 12 p.m.

Poems of Pain and Power with Shakkoi Grades 4+

Meet Shakkoi Hibbert, spoken-word poet, dancer, and author. Shakkoi is devoted to creating healing opportunities for the Black community, especially among youth. Join her in this unique poetry session inspired by her book, Poems of Pain and Power.

Registration required.* CC

Feb. 1

7–8:30 p.m.

Ticket to Ride Tournament 10+ years

Gamers of all experience levels are invited to a Ticket to Ride Tournament organized by expert player Michael Vaz. Gather with other enthusiasts to learn more about the strategies and tricks of this fantastic game.

MPV

Mar. 10

11 a.m.–5 p.m.

Workshops with Canada Learning Code 9–14 years

In partnership with Canada Learning Code, students of all coding abilities are invited to join us in a series of workshops at Mount Pleasant Village Branch to create their own coding projects.

Registration required.* MPV

Jan. 20, Feb. 24, Mar. 23

2:30–4:30 p.m.

Ask us about C-Pens Borrow a portable, text-to-speech scanning device for reading support, free with your Brampton Library Card!

Ask branch staff, vist bit.ly/3NfyzAF, or scan the QR code to learn more.

See page 3 for registration tips and abbreviations used in this guide. For details or to register* visit our calendar of events online.

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Middle Years

Digital Paint Session

March Break

8–12 years

Brampton Robotics: Girl Powered 8–12 years

Learn the fundamentals of robotics and participate in a robot build at this special event celebrating women in robotics and STEM. Not just for girls, everyone is welcome to participate. Space is limited.

Free tickets will be available 30 minutes before the program starts.

MPV

Mar. 17

2–4 p.m.

Bubble Show All ages

Experience pure joy with JoJoFun's interactive bubble show! Share laughter and wonder as you and your friends immerse yourselves in a world of shimmering bubbles, bursting with magic and fun. Space is limited. Free tickets will be available 30 minutes before the program starts.

CC SF SP SW

Mar. 14 Mar. 16 Mar. 16 Mar. 14

11–11:45 a.m.

2–2:45 p.m.

11–11:45 a.m.

2–2:45 p.m.

Comic Workshop with FreezeDNA 6–12 years

Unleash your creativity in this hands-on workshop exploring character design, storytelling, and art techniques. Space is limited. Free tickets will be available 30 minutes before the program starts.

CC GM MPV SF

Mar. 12 Mar. 14 Mar. 14 Mar. 12

Bring your own device to this exciting digital paint night with local digital artist, Saphera Peters. You’ll learn how to draw on a cellphone, iPad, or other digital device while exploring paint techniques.

Registration required.* SF

Mar. 11

2–4 p.m.

Dragonology 6–12 years

Learn about the four elemental dragons and explore their mythology through unique experiments. Whether they really existed or are just an incredible tale, these mythological forces of wonder and destruction will always ignite our imaginations! Space is limited. Free tickets will be available 30 minutes before the program starts.

CH SW

Mar. 10 Mar. 10

11 a.m.–12 p.m.

2–3 p.m.

Magic Show with Bumbling Bert All ages

Bumbling Bert enchants audiences of all ages with hilarious, bumbling-fumbling comedy, dazzling magic, and loads of audience participation! Space is limited.

Free tickets will be available 30 minutes before the program starts.

CH FC GM MPV

Mar. 12 Mar. 9 Mar. 9 Mar. 12

11–11:45 a.m.

11–11:45 a.m.

2–2:45 p.m.

4–4:45 p.m.

1–1:45 p.m.

11–11:45 a.m.

2–2:45 p.m.

4–4:45 p.m.

See page 3 for registration tips and abbreviations used in this guide. For details or to register* visit our calendar of events online.

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Middle Years

Students in kindergarten to grade 8

Attention, Agent! You have been chosen to complete a top-secret assignment: complete seven of ten challenges to secure your entry into the daily March Break Draw for the chance to win a free book.

Visit bit.ly/4a3mXdY for details.

Mini Golf in the Library

Slime Spectacular!

Work together to design and build a nine hole mini golf course. We’ll learn about architecture, engineering, math, and science by observing the golf ball as it travels through the course and into the hole. Space is limited.

Free tickets will be available 30 minutes before the program starts.

Dive into the world of polymers and nonNewtonian fluids to craft your own glow-inthe-dark or fluorescent slime to take home.

Get ready for a gooey and educational experience!

6–12 years

CC FC GM SP SW

Mar. 15 Jan. 22 Mar. 12 Mar. 13 Mar. 14 Mar. 15

6–12 years

2–3 p.m.

6–7 p.m.

2–3 p.m.

2–3 p.m.

3–4 p.m.

2–3 p.m.

CC CH FC GM SF SP SW

Mar. 13 Mar. 13 Mar. 11 Mar. 11 Mar. 11 Mar. 13 Mar. 12

2–3 p.m.

2–3 p.m.

2–3 p.m.

2–3 p.m.

11 a.m.–12 p.m.

2–3 p.m.

6:30–7:30 p.m.

Video Game Development 8–12 years

Join gaming experts to learn how to write gaming code, navigate game development software, and make your very own video game in this three-session workshop.

Registration required.* CC VIR

Mar. 13 Mar 11, 15

11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.

11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.

See page 3 for registration tips and abbreviations used in this guide. For details or to register* visit our calendar of events online.

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Teens

Funding Your Future

Teens

13–18 years

After Hours: Escape the Library 13–18 years

Can you escape? Work together to defeat the books that will try to keep you trapped at the Library! Registration required.* GM

Mar. 15

6:30–9 p.m.

Career Ready Workshop In partnership with Sheridan College, we’ll help you narrow down career options and identify programs that fit your interests and goals. Registration required.* Mar. 21

7–8:30 p.m.

Codespire Create your own project portfolio in this 12week program run by Codespire. Focusing on design and programming skills, each workshop will help you continue to build your portfolio as you plan your education and career paths. Registration required.* Wednesdays

(not available Jan. 3)

6–8 p.m.

College 101 13–18 years

Join us in partnership with Sheridan College to learn about the college system; its pathways, such as academic upgrading, diplomas and degrees, etc.; how to apply; and the top 10 reasons to attend college in Ontario. Registration required.* SP

Jan. 16

Feb. 15

6–7:30 p.m.

13–18 years

Join us for a masterclass on writing and performing a spoken word poem inspired by personal and social reflections.

Participants will learn how to communicate their stories through literary devices and performance techniques.

FC

15–18 years

CH

MPV

Spoken Word Teen Workshop

13–18 years

SF

Discover available sources to fund your education, including scholarships, bursaries, awards, and OSAP. In partnership with Sheridan College, we’ll share tips to consider when budgeting and planning finances for post-secondary education. Registration required.*

Feb. 10, 17

11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

The Gathering

For all Black youth ages 14–19 and their allies

Malton Neighbourhood Services' The Gathering is a drop-in program that encourages fun and discussions. It engages and empowers black young people to be part of a solution-driven process addressing societal issues that impact them and their peers and incorporates 2SLGBTQ+ education to combat the stigma this community faces.

FC

Thursdays

3–5 p.m.

6–7:30 p.m.

See page 3 for registration tips and abbreviations used in this guide. For details or to register* visit our calendar of events online.

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Teens

March Break Film in a Day 13–18 years

Dive into the art of filmmaking! In partnership with Film in a Day, teens will enjoy this opportunity to create a film from start to finish. Registration required.* MPV

Mar. 13

10 a.m.–4 p.m.

Micro:bits Hackathon 12–17 years

Work in teams using the design thinking process to create a micro:bit prototype in response to the global goals the United Nations has identified as essential to achieving a “better and more sustainable future for all”. Registration required.* SP

Mar. 10

10 a.m.–4 p.m.

Learn a new language with Mango Languages!

Choose from over 70 world language courses and more than 20 ESL/ ELL specialty courses to prepare for conversation and strengthen everyday communication skills.

To get started, visit bramptonlibrary.ca and select “Online learning” under the “EBOOKS / E-RESOURCES” menu or scan the QR code for details.

Screenprinting 13–18 years

Learn to screenprint! Create custom artwork for a stylish tote or t-shirt to personalize your space. Participants are encouraged to bring their own blank t-shirts to customize. Some materials will be provided. Registration required.* SF SP

Mar. 14 Mar. 11

2–3 p.m.

2–3 p.m.

Winter Seasonal Activity Kits are back!

Borrow snowshoes, trekking poles, or a mini hockey set for free with your Brampton Library card.

To learn more, scan the QR code or visit our "Library of Things" page under the “BOOKS / MORE” menu and select “Seasonal activity kits”.

See page 3 for registration tips and abbreviations used in this guide. For details or to register* visit our calendar of events online.

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General Interest

CMHA at the Library: Mindfulness for Emotional Resilience and Well-Being

Lifelong Learning

19+ years

At-Home Trivia 19+ years

Join us for our monthly online trivia nights via Zoom. Register at bramlib.libnet.info/ events for each session listed below.

VIR

7–8 p.m.

Jan. 18: Spotify Wrapped (top music of 2023) Feb. 15: The Marvel Universe Mar. 21: Canadian Reads

Beading Workshop 19+ years

Join Katie Longboat to complete a speciality bead project in celebration of World Water Day. An Indigenous artist from Six Nations of the Grand River Territory, Katie is inspired by Cree and Haudenosaunee beadwork styles and uses contemporary materials to create jewelry and artwork. Registration required.* FC

Mar. 23

1–3 p.m.

Budgeting 101 19+ years

Money in, money out. It's all about tracking your cash flow and planning for the unexpected. Experts from the RBC Meeting Place will teach you how to make your budget work for you. This program is presented in partnership with RBC Meeting Place. Registration required.* GM

Jan. 23

3–4 p.m.

CMHA at the Library: Mental Fitness 19+ years

Learn strategies for including mental dexterity exercises into your daily routine to reap the benefits of a sharper mind and healthier body for years to come.

SP

Mar. 20

11 a.m.–12 p.m.

Explore mindfulness as an accessible self-care tool that can be practiced at any time in your day-to-day life. Participants with all levels of meditation experience are welcome.

FC

Feb. 7

11 a.m.–12 p.m.

Creative Threads 19+ years

Explore crafts with paper, pressed flowers, paint, stones, textiles, 3D printing, and of course threads. All skill levels welcome.

Registration required.* CC SF SP

Jan. 2, Feb. 6, Mar. 5 7–8:30 p.m.

Jan. 29, Feb. 26, Mar. 25 7–8:30 p.m.

Jan. 11, 25, Feb. 8, 22, Mar. 7, 21 6–8:30 p.m.

Fabric Painting Workshop 19+ years

Artist, designer, and community arts facilitator Harmeet Rehal shares how to select, plan, and apply acrylic paint to various fabrics. Bring your own clothing, bag, or other wearable fashion to make unique creations. Registration required.* GM

Mar. 2

1–4 p.m.

Fire Safety Essentials with Brampton Fire 19+ years

In this concise and informative workshop, you’ll learn how to prevent fires, effectively use safety equipment, create escape plans to prepare for emergencies, and stay safe.

CC FC MPV

Mar. 19 Mar. 7 Mar. 5

6:30–7:30 p.m.

6:30–7:30 p.m.

6:30–7:30 p.m.

See page 3 for registration tips and abbreviations used in this guide. For details or to register* visit our calendar of events online.

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General Interest

Free One-on-one Legal Consultation

Mindfulness Meditation

Get a free one-on-one legal consultation with a lawyer or paralegal from the South Asian Legal Clinic of Ontario in areas that include immigration, housing law for tenants, employment standards, family law, and more. Call 905-793-4636 or email events@bramptonlibrary.ca to book your 30-minute appointment in advance. Please note that you can attend these sessions in-person at Springdale or speak with the lawyer or paralegal over the phone.

In a series of three sessions, social worker, psychotherapist, and meditation teacher Gagan Vasudeva leads us in developing connections between the body and the mind to strengthen resilience and wellbeing. Registration required.*

19+ years

SP

Jan. 30, Feb. 27, Mar. 26

10 a.m.–3 p.m.

#GamersatBL: Switch and Play All Ages

Drop in with your friends or meet other local gamers for some gaming on the Nintendo Switch.

FC SW

Feb. 16, Mar. 15 Tuesdays

2–4 p.m.

6:30–8 p.m.

(not available Jan.16, Feb. 13, Mar. 12)

Genealogy Meet Up 19+ years

Join us each month to share your latest discoveries and favourite resources at a brief lecture. All skill levels, from beginners to experienced researchers, are welcome.

FC

Jan. 23, Feb, 27, Mar. 26

7–8:30 p.m.

How to Start a Small Business 19+ years

Learn about business name registration and structure, licensing requirements, insurance, HST registration, labour requirements, sources of financing, and how to craft a clear and concise business plan, in partnership with the Brampton Entrepreneur Centre (BEC). Registration required.* GM

Mar. 12

19+ years

MPV

Jan. 23, Feb. 27, Mar. 26 7–8 p.m.

Open Mic with Spitty 19+ years

“Back to Brampton/ Back to balling/ Back to back”! Join local hip-hop sensation and BAO Ambassador Spitty with guest artists for a monthly drop-in open mic!

FC

Feb. 15, Mar. 21

7–9:45 p.m.

Paint the Town 19+ years

In partnership with Visual Arts Brampton, join us to paint, learn from local artists, and socialize, using pastels and watercolour paints. All materials provided. Registration required.* FC SW

Mar. 18 Jan. 16

7–8:30 p.m.

7–8:30 p.m.

Peel Village Stitchers 19+ years

This social meeting brings the community together around our favourite pastimes: knitting, crocheting, and all things needlework. Bring your current project and join this drop-in circle to learn and share from our collective skills.

SF

Jan. 2, 15, Feb. 5, 20, Mar. 4, 18

7–9 p.m.

6-8:30 p.m.

See page 3 for registration tips and abbreviations used in this guide. For details or to register* visit our calendar of events online.

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Rainbow Road Game Night

Love of Reading & Writing

19+ years

Celebrate inclusion and acceptance in this game night for 2SLGBTQ+ folks from across Brampton, held in a safe setting.

Choose from a variety of board, card, and video games, including fan favourite, Mario Kart, to create your own adventure!

Registration required.* CC

Jan. 3, Feb. 7, Mar. 6

6:30–8:30 p.m.

Sit 'n' Stitch In collaboration with the Perpetual Bazaar, join us to socialize and do some knitting/ crocheting together. No matter your skill level, we would love to have you take part in this community gathering!

Thursdays

2–4 p.m.

Spoken Word Poetry Workshop 19+ years

In this exciting two-session workshop, local spoken word poet and English teacher, Rebecca D’Silva, shares the basics of writing poetry and speaking your words out loud. Attendance for both sessions is highly encouraged. Registration required.* FC

Jan. 8, 15

13+ years

Recognizing World Day of Social Justice, author and lawyer Silmy Abdullah will talk about her debut collection of short stories, Home of the Floating Lily, while reflecting on her diverse experiences as a South Asian Canadian Muslim woman.

Registration required.* SP

19+ years

FC

Author Talk with Silmy Abdullah

7–8:30 p.m.

Feb. 20

7–8 p.m.

Book clubs Connections: Art + Book Club 19+ years

Join Brampton Library and Peel Art Gallery Museum and Archives (PAMA) for a discussion of the 2018 Canada Reads winning book Forgiveness by Mark Sakamoto. The discussion will be paired with a tour of The Suitcase Project, an exhibit that features over 80 fourth and fifth generation Japanese Canadians and Americans who reflect on what they would pack if forcibly removed from their homes today. Registration required.* PAMA Mar. 7

7–8:30 p.m.

Pride Book Club

A collaboration between the libraries of Peel region, our virtual Pride Book Club welcomes 2 spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (2SLGBTQ+) readers and their allies. Join us to talk about books that spark meaningful conversations in our communities.

Registration required.* VIR

Jan. 11, Feb. 8, Mar. 14 7–8:30 p.m.

See page 3 for registration tips and abbreviations used in this guide. For details or to register* visit our calendar of events online.

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General Interest

Punjabi Writers Book Club

Technology/MakerSpace

19+ years

Calling Punjabi authors! Enjoy this opportunity to come together, network, and discuss your books. This program is presented in collaboration with Punjabi Kalman Da Kafla.

SP

Jan. 27, Feb. 24, Mar. 30

1:30–4:30 p.m.

Up for Discussion Book Club 19+ years

Join our conversation each month and find common bonds through books. A variety of reading interests are represented in this club. Read and enjoy books you might never have chosen yourself!

CC CH FC SF

Jan. 8, Feb. 5, Mar. 4 2–3:30 p.m.

Jan. 4, Feb. 1, Mar. 7 10–11 a.m.

Jan. 17, Feb. 21, Mar. 20 2–4 p.m.

Jan. 12, Feb. 9, Mar. 8 2–3:30 p.m.

3D Printing: Post-Processing 10+ years (accompanied by an adult)

Learn about the post-processing stage of 3D printing by prepping, priming, and painting lifelike 3D printed turtles to support conservation efforts in partnership with Toronto Region Conservation Authority (TRCA).

SP

Jan. 30, Feb. 27, Mar. 26 7–8:30 p.m.

Brampton Coffee 'n' Code 19+ years

All experience levels welcome at meetups twice-monthly. Join the Discord channel anytime at https://coffeeandcode.space.

SP

Jan. 13, 27, Feb. 10, 24, Mar. 9, 23 11 a.m.–1 p.m.

Writing groups Brampton Library Writers 19+ years

Come and share written memories of your past, including family history, travel experience, special events, personal reflections, occupations, hobbies, etc.

For further information, please contact reflections2021@gmail.com.

FC

Jan. 10, Feb. 14, Mar. 13

2–4 p.m.

Hindi Writers Guild 19+ years

In collaboration with the Hindi Writers Guild, discuss books by famous authors, recite poetry and ghazals, and read stories in Hindi.

SP

Jan. 20, Feb. 17, Mar. 16

1:30–4:30 p.m.

New to our Flashcards collection: My Therapy Cards Created with Black people in mind, these decks promote self-discovery and are helpful for individuals in therapy.

Scan the QR code or visit our "Library of Things" page under the “BOOKS / MORE” menu of our website to explore our full collection of flashcards.

See page 3 for registration tips and abbreviations used in this guide. For details or to register* visit our calendar of events online.

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Computer Basics 19+ years

A 4-week series of basic computer skills including mouse and keyboard, internet access, email, and use of a word processing program. To register, call 905793-4636 or visit a branch service desk.

CC Jan. 15, 22, 29, Feb. 5

10:30 a.m.– 12 p.m.

CH Jan. 9, 16, 23, 30 Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27 Mar. 5, 12, 19, 26

6:30–8 p.m.

6:30–8 p.m.

6:30–8 p.m.

FC Jan 10, 17, 24, 31 Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28 Mar. 6, 13, 20, 27

6:30–8 p.m.

6:30–8 p.m.

6:30–8 p.m.

GM Jan 3, 10, 17, 24 Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28 Mar. 6, 13, 20, 27

10:30 a.m.–12 p.m.

10:30 a.m.–12 p.m.

10:30 a.m.–12 p.m.

MPV Jan. 4, 11, 18, 25 Mar. 7, 14, 21, 28

6:30–8 p.m.

6:30–8 p.m.

SF Jan, 12, 19, 26, Feb. 2 SP Jan 10, 17, 24, 31 Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28 Mar. 6, 13, 20, 27

10:30 a.m.–12 p.m.

6:30–8 p.m.

6:30–8 p.m.

6:30–8 p.m.

Get Started with 3D Printing 14+ years

Curious about 3D printing but not sure where to start? Learn what we offer, how it works, types of filament, slicing software, preparing files, and tips to achieve a successful print. Registration required.* CH FC SP

Get Started with Digitizing Photos and Videos 19+ years

Bring new life to your old slides, negatives, or home videos! We'll show you how to transform precious memories into digital projects you can share and enjoy.

Registration required.* FC SP

Feb. 9 Mar. 26 Jan. 29, Mar. 25

2:30–4 p.m.

6:30–8 p.m.

6:30–8 p.m.

Get Started with the Cricut Maker 19+ years

An orientation to materials for cutting images using Cricut software, and troubleshooting tips for this versatile desktop vinyl cutting tool. You'll also create and take home your own vinyl decal!

Registration required.* CH FC SP

Jan. 22, Feb. 26, Mar. 11 6:30–8 p.m.

Jan. 12 2:30–4 p.m.

Feb. 27 6:30–8 p.m.

Jan. 22, Feb. 26, Mar. 18 6:30–8 p.m.

Get Started with TinkerCAD 19+ years

Learn to create/manipulate 3D objects in TinkerCAD, a free, browser-based application, and print your creation for free in our branches. Sign up for a TinkerCAD account in advance at www.tinkercad.com.

Registration required.* CH FC SP

Jan. 29, Mar. 18 6:30–8 p.m.

Jan. 30, Feb. 20, Mar. 19 6:30–8 p.m Jan. 15, Feb. 12, Mar. 11 6:30–8 p.m.

Jan. 15, Feb. 5, Mar. 4 6:30–8 p.m.

Jan. 16, Feb. 13, Mar. 5 6:30–8 p.m.

Jan. 8, Feb. 5, Mar. 4 6:30–8 p.m.

See page 3 for registration tips and abbreviations used in this guide. For details or to register* visit our calendar of events online.

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General Interest

Learn Python 18+ years

Get started with Python (one of the most sought after programming languages by employers) in this four-week session led by programming experts. Attendance at all four sessions is highly encouraged.

Registration required.* SP

Jan. 20, Feb. 3, 17, Mar. 2 11 a.m.–1 p.m.

Makers Making Change Meetup 13+ years

Enjoy 7000+ e-magazines and e-newspapers from around the world with PressReader.

Visit bramptonlibrary.ca and select “E-magazines / e-newspapers” under the “EBOOKS / E-RESOURCES” menu or scan the QR code for details.

In partnership with Makers Making Change, we invite you to learn about, explore, and create 3D-printed assistive technology. Your creations will be donated to community organizations in need.

Registration required.* SP

Jan. 24, Feb. 21, Mar. 20

6–8 p.m.

Protect Yourself Online: Cybersecurity for Beginners 19+ years

Worried about privacy and digital data security? Learn about secure passwords, assessing online risks and threats, and installing apps and software. To register, call 905-793-4636 or visit any branch.

FC

Jan. 18, Mar. 28

6:30–8 p.m.

Startup Youth Huddle 14–29 years

Network with like-minded entrepreneurs, showcase and practice your sales pitch, and receive direct feedback from other start-ups. Brought to you by Brampton's Innovation District and hosted by Brampton Library. Registration required.* FC

Feb. 27

6–8 p.m.

Explore all you can do

in our makerspaces!

Open during our regular operating hours for drop-in use.

• 3D printing • button making* • digitizing photos and video • vinyl cutting* *Please note that makerspace equipment varies by branch.

Select "Makerspaces" under the "SERVICES" tab on our website or scan the QR code to learn more.

See page 3 for registration tips and abbreviations used in this guide. For details or to register* visit our calendar of events online.

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Black History Month

Out Here Healing Session for Black Community Members 19+ years

Braiding Workshop

Children and their guardians

Braiding artist Lishaina Leach will walk participants through basic braiding practices to promote self-care. Using specialty ropes, Lishaina will share braiding tips and tricks, including design elements and hair styling. Registration required.* SW

Feb. 13

7–8:30 p.m.

Brampton Tech Talks: Black Businesses Success Stories In partnership with the Brampton Innovation District, this month’s discussion will highlight success stories for Black Businesses in Brampton. Panelists will share about their challenges and support systems on their paths to success.

Feb. 22

MPV

Feb. 29

7–8:30 p.m.

Self Care Workshop for Black Community Members

19+ years

FC

In this healing session, Black community members are invited to answer the question: what are some pathways to experience a sense of home? Participants will be provided with an Out Here Healing journal to write out responses and take home. Out Here Healing is a married duo of Black therapists who believe in the power of healing. Registration required.*

6–8 p.m.

19+ years

Attend this unique self care session hosted by holistic practitioner, Althea Fraser, to explore the use of natural products in self care specific to the Black community. This program is not suitable for those with scent sensitivities. Registration required.* FC

Feb. 8

7–8:30 p.m.

Mindfulness Meet with Stacy-Ann Buchanan 19+ years

Join motivational speaker Stacy-Ann Buchanan as she draws on themes in her latest book, Good For You, to discuss the challenges women face when trying to live a balanced life. Stacy-Ann is a TEDx Talk participant and has been selected as one of the 100 Black Women to Watch in Canada, one of the 150 Black Women Making Canada Better, and one of the 150 Leading Canadians for Mental Health.

Registration required.* SP

Feb. 5

7–8:30 p.m.

Access over 120 hours of intensive vocabulary, reading, writing, listening, and speaking tasks along with advice videos from British Council experts and downloadable practice tests.

To get started, visit bramptonlibrary.ca and select “Online learning” under the “EBOOKS / E-RESOURCES” menu or scan the QR code for details.

See page 3 for registration tips and abbreviations used in this guide. For details or to register* visit our calendar of events online.

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Newcomers

Disabilities and Financial Benefits

Newcomers

16+ years

Antakshari (virtual) 19+ years

To join this fun, virtual event, in partnership with Library Settlement Partnerships, email services@bmccentre.org or call Jigna: 416-700-9299, Saman: 647-302-0370, or Rumina: 647-302-0989.

VIR

Jan. 25, Feb. 29, Mar. 28 3–4:30 p.m.

Applying for Canadian Citizenship 19+ years

Interested in becoming a citizen? Learn more about eligibility, required documents, and available resources. This is a Library Settlement Partnerships program, held in partnership with Achēv and the Brampton Multicultural Community Centre (BMC).

Call 905-595-0722 ext 4000 or email becnic@achev.ca to register.

VIR

Jan 18

10 a.m.–12 p.m.

Commissioner of Oaths

SP

Feb. 14

1–2 p.m.

English Conversation Circle 19+ years

To join and practice pronunciation in English, email services@bmccentre.org or contact Jigna: 416-700-9299, Saman: 647302-0370, or Rumina: 647-302-0989.

GM MPV SF SP VIR

Wednesdays Thursdays Wednesdays Tuesdays Mondays

12:30–1:30 p.m.

4:30–5:30 p.m.

3–4 p.m.

1–2 p.m.

4–5 p.m.

Grieving and Young Children 19+ years

Get your documents verified and attested before a Commissioner of Oaths for free.

Call 416-518-3472 to book an appointment.

This service is provided in partnership with Achēv. Registration required.* GM MPV SF SP

Join us in collaboration with Punjabi Community Health Services (PCHS) to explore answers to common questions about financial benefits for persons with disabilities. For more information, please contact harpreet.dhaliwal@pchs4u.com.

Registration required.*

Jan. 9, Feb. 13, Mar. 12 1–4 p.m.

Jan. 23, Feb. 27, Mar. 26 1–4 p.m.

Jan. 16, Feb 20, Mar. 19 1–4 p.m.

Jan. 2, Feb. 6, Mar. 5 1–4 p.m.

In this peer-to-peer model for supporting children who are grieving workshop, held in partnership with Punjabi Community Health Services (PCHS), you will learn tools to support children and youth through bereavement. For more information, please contact harpreet.dhaliwal@pchs4u.com.

Registration required.* SP

Mar. 27

1–2 p.m.

Computer Basics in Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu

How to Prepare a Successful Interview

A 4-week series of basic computer skills taught in Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu, including mouse and keyboard, internet access, email, and word processing. To register, call 905793-4636 or visit a branch.

This Library Settlement Partnerships program, held in partnership with Achēv and the Brampton Multicultural Community Centre (BMC), explores important interview-related topics to help set you up for success. Registration required.*

19+ years

GM

Jan. 4, 11, 18, 25 Feb. 8, 15, 22, 29 Mar. 7, 14, 21, 28

2:30–4 p.m.

2:30–4 p.m.

2:30–4 p.m.

19+ years

VIR

Mar. 5

10 a.m.–12 p.m.

See page 3 for registration tips and abbreviations used in this guide. For details or to register* visit our calendar of events online.

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Newcomers

Newcomer Seniors Group Seniors

Come share your thoughts on a wide range of issues. Learn about health and nutrition, fitness, relationships, and more. This is a Library Settlement Partnerships program, held in partnership with the Brampton Multicultural Community Centre (BMC).

GM SP

Jan. 31, Feb. 28, Mar. 27 3:30–4:30 p.m.

Jan. 29, Feb. 26, Mar. 25 1–2 p.m.

Newcomer Circle The following are Library Settlement Partnerships programs, held in partnership with the Brampton Multicultural Community Centre (BMC). Registration required.*

Affordable Transit Program 19+ years

Learn about the subsidized bus transportation program for all age groups.

Tax Filing for Newcomers

SP

Learn about the Canadian tax system, including how to claim expenses and deductions and find free tax preparation services. This is a Library Settlement Partnerships program, held in partnership with Achēv and the Brampton Multicultural Community Centre (BMC).

Registration is required.*

Job Search Strategies

VIR

Learn about childcare subsidies, including the PLASP and active assist programs for eligible families.

19+ years

Feb. 22

10 a.m.–12 p.m.

Tax Tips 19+ years

Does doing your own taxes seem overwhelming? Join our partners from RBC Meeting Place to learn about the Canadian tax system and how you can save money through tax deductions.

Registration required.* CC

Mar. 26

6–7 p.m.

Thriving in Canadian Winters 16+ years

Feb. 13

3:30–5 p.m.

19+ years

Discover key strategies and tools that will help you with your job search.

SF

Mar. 19

3:30–5 p.m.

Subsidized Programs for Children 19+ years

VIR

Jan. 9

3:30–5 p.m.

Explore over 16,000 online courses for business, technology, and creative skills with LinkedIn Learning!

To get started, visit bramptonlibrary.ca and select “Online learning” under the “EBOOKS / E-RESOURCES” menu or scan the QR code for details.

In partnership with Punjabi Community Health Services (PCHS), join us to learn how you can have fun, drive safely, and stay active this winter. For more information, please contact harpreet.dhaliwal@pchs4u.com.

Registration required.* SP

Jan. 17

1–2 p.m.

See page 3 for registration tips and abbreviations used in this guide. For details or to register* visit our calendar of events online.

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Seniors

Seniors Creative Threads

Explore crafts with paper, pressed flowers, paint, stones, textiles, 3D printing, and of course threads. All skill levels welcome.

Registration required.* CC SF SP

Jan. 2, Feb. 6, Mar. 5 Jan. 29, Feb. 26, Mar. 25 Thursdays

(not available Jan. 4)

7–8:30 p.m.

7–8:30 p.m.

7–8:30 p.m.

Mind and Body Wellness

Join our in-person session of memory games followed by chair yoga. Exercise your mind and body with Brampton Library.

CC SP

Jan. 10, 24, Feb. 7, 21, Mar. 6, 20 Wednesdays

11 a.m.–12 p.m.

11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

(not available Jan. 3, Mar. 13, 20, 27)

Newcomer Seniors Group

Come share your thoughts on a wide range of issues. Learn about health and nutrition, fitness, relationships, and more. This is a Library Settlement Partnerships program, held in partnership with the Brampton Multicultural Community Centre (BMC).

GM SP

Jan. 31, Feb. 28, Mar. 27 3:30–4:30 p.m.

Jan. 29, Feb. 26, Mar. 25 1–2 p.m.

A National Crime: The Residential School System in Canada We are pleased to present the traveling exhibit A National Crime: The Residential School System in Canada which depicts the creation of the Residential School System, its impacts and traumas, students’ experiences, and Indigenous-led political action, healing, and efforts toward Reconciliation.

Available during branch operating hours as follows: November 2023 South Fletcher’s branch December 2023 – January 2024 Mount Pleasant Village branch February 2024 Cyril Clark branch March 2024 Gore Meadows branch April 2024 Four Corners branch May 2024 Chinguacousy branch June 2024 Springdale branch

Borrow a free bird kit with your library card!

Get started by scanning the QR code or visiting our "Library of Things" page under the “BOOKS / MORE” menu at bramptonlibrary.ca.

See page 3 for registration tips and abbreviations used in this guide. For details or to register* visit our calendar of events online.

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The Library is your place for

MARCH BREAK Register for free March Break programs starting Monday, February 12!

• After Hours: Escape the Library • Brampton Robotics: Girl Powered • Bubble Show • Comic Workshop with FreezeDNA • Digital Paint Session • Dragonology • Film in a Day • Magic Show with Bumbling Bert • micro:bits Hackathon • Mission: March Break • Screenprinting • Video Game Development • Teen Take-and-make Kits Scan the QR code or visit bit.ly/3t9kkXl for details.