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Every Wednesday evening 6:30-8:00 pm at the Paris Branch

Everyone is welcome to attend this free meet-up for knitters and crocheters. Whether you’re an expert or just getting started, you are encouraged to come by and sit, chat and knit! No registration required. 

Join Katherine Pickering, local artist and owner of the Bohemian Gallery, for a workshop in Intuitive Painting. This interactive event will allow you to explore your creative side and express your inner self using paint as your platform. 

Associated cost of $2, all supplies provided.  Registration Required.

Mahjong is a tile-based game which was developed in China in the Qing dynasty and has spread throughout the world since the early 20th century. Similar to the card game rummy, Mahjong is a game of skill, strategy, and calculation and involves a degree of chance. The game has proven to help keep the mind sharp as it produces an increase in cognitive function. Whether you’re a beginner or already know how to play, an afternoon of socialization and strategy awaits!

Free Drop-in Program.

Do you love to write? Working on perfecting your craft? Join Brant Writes every first and third Thursday afternoon at 2:00pm at the Burford Branch. A self led group of amateur writers, offering plenty of discussion, sharing and exercises to fine tune your writing. Join anytime, bring your work or just come for inspiration for your next project. All writers and aspiring writers welcome. 

In this introduction to Amazon you will learn everything you need to know about using Amazon, from setting up an account to making your first purchase.

Provided by the Brant Skills Centre.

The Brant Skills Centre is committed to helping adults improve their literacy and essential skills to help them move forward in a career and life. Visit them at their website brantskillscentre.org.

Registration: http://brantlibrary.ca/calendar

Every Monday from 2:00-4:00 pm at the Paris Branch

Bring your mending, embroidery project, quilting piece or just willing hands to feel the magic of needle and thread dipping into fabric. Whether a beginner or experienced, we will share our resources and ideas. Explore colour, line, texture and possibilities with like-minded individuals.

Free program. No registration required–just drop in!

It’s time to get creative and explore resin art, a medium that can be mixed with a variety of materials to achieve colourful patterns and designs. Join us for a morning of creative exploration and fun!

Free program. Registration Required.

Every Tuesday afternoon 2:00-4:00 pm at the St. George Branch

Everyone is welcome to attend this free meet-up of knitters and crocheters. Whether you’re an expert or just getting started, you are encouraged to come by and sit, chat and knit!

Join the Adult Recreation Therapy Centre for an information session about their Compassionate Community Care Calls Reassurance Program. This telephone service is a volunteer based platform to provide emotional support, security, social connection and access to services within the community, to seniors and persons with disabilities. Attend this program to learn more, including how to volunteer with this program. 

Free program. Registration and drop-in.

About the Tech Coach

Find answers to your technology questions! Meet the tech coach for assistance with electronic devices, smartphones, computers, software and social media. A facilitator from the Brant Skills Centre will advise you on topics such as shopping for a new device, troubleshooting technical issues and using common features on your device.

Provided by the Brant Skills Centre

The Brant Skills Centre is committed to helping adults improve their literacy and essential skills to help them move forward in a career and life. Visit them at their website brantskillscentre.org

Tech coach appointments are provided for free to adults 18 , you must make an appointment to use this service. You must have a County of Brant Public Library card to use this service. 

Every Tuesday evening 6:30-8:00 pm at the Scotland-Oakland Branch

Everyone is welcome to attend this free meet-up of knitters and crocheters. Whether you’re an expert or just getting started, you are encouraged to come by and sit, chat and knit!

Learn how to design your own Zine, a mini magazine to display your writing or creative work. This interactive workshop will help you get started and provide you with a sample to take home.

Free Program. Registration Required.

Every Wednesday evening 6:30-8:00 pm at the Paris Branch

Everyone is welcome to attend this free meet-up for knitters and crocheters. Whether you’re an expert or just getting started, you are encouraged to come by and sit, chat and knit! No registration required. 

Mahjong is a tile-based game which was developed in China in the Qing dynasty and has spread throughout the world since the early 20th century. Similar to the card game rummy, Mahjong is a game of skill, strategy, and calculation and involves a degree of chance. The game has proven to help keep the mind sharp as it produces an increase in cognitive function. Whether you’re a beginner or already know how to play, an afternoon of socialization and strategy awaits!

Free Drop-in Program.

Would you like to start your own podcast? This introductory program will teach you everything you need to get started. Our Digitally Savvy program is designed for older adults to discover online resources, support, entertainment and more. Covering everything from fraud prevention, to podcasting, this series offers a wide variety of topics to explore. 

Registration Reguired: http://brantlibrary.ca/calendar

The County of Brant Public Library is more than just books! Discover the many resources that are available, from snowshoes to craft kits and everything in between. An intro to Virtual Reality will be included in this session.

This program is in partnership with the County of Brant, please register at brant.ca/cobconnect

Every Monday from 2:00-4:00 pm at the Paris Branch

Bring your mending, embroidery project, quilting piece or just willing hands to feel the magic of needle and thread dipping into fabric. Whether a beginner or experienced, we will share our resources and ideas. Explore colour, line, texture and possibilities with like-minded individuals.

Free program. No registration required–just drop in!

It’s time to get creative and explore resin art, a medium that can be mixed with a variety of materials to achieve colourful patterns and designs. Join us for a morning of creative exploration and fun!

Free program. Registration Required.

Every Tuesday afternoon 2:00-4:00 pm at the St. George Branch

Everyone is welcome to attend this free meet-up of knitters and crocheters. Whether you’re an expert or just getting started, you are encouraged to come by and sit, chat and knit!

Every Tuesday evening 6:30-8:00 pm at the Scotland-Oakland Branch

Everyone is welcome to attend this free meet-up of knitters and crocheters. Whether you’re an expert or just getting started, you are encouraged to come by and sit, chat and knit!

Join us as we partner with the Paris Museum for an exciting presentation about the history of theatre in Paris. Dramatic clips, photos, memorabilia and more! 

Free Program. Registration Required.

Every Wednesday evening 6:30-8:00 pm at the Paris Branch

Everyone is welcome to attend this free meet-up for knitters and crocheters. Whether you’re an expert or just getting started, you are encouraged to come by and sit, chat and knit! No registration required. 

Mahjong is a tile-based game which was developed in China in the Qing dynasty and has spread throughout the world since the early 20th century. Similar to the card game rummy, Mahjong is a game of skill, strategy, and calculation and involves a degree of chance. The game has proven to help keep the mind sharp as it produces an increase in cognitive function. Whether you’re a beginner or already know how to play, an afternoon of socialization and strategy awaits!

Free Drop-in Program.

Do you love to write? Working on perfecting your craft? Join Brant Writes every first and third Thursday afternoon at 2:00pm at the Burford Branch. A self led group of amateur writers, offering plenty of discussion, sharing and exercises to fine tune your writing. Join anytime, bring your work or just come for inspiration for your next project. All writers and aspiring writers welcome. 

Free virtual program, registration required.

Join us for an introduction to Wills and Power of Attorney. This information session will give you the basics of why you need a Will, what to include and the roles and responsibilities of a POA. Questions welcome.

*Please note this program will take place online using Zoom conferencing software. In order to participate, you must have access to an internet-connected device capable of running Zoom. Software must be downloaded prior to the program start time. 

Every Monday from 2:00-4:00 pm at the Paris Branch

Bring your mending, embroidery project, quilting piece or just willing hands to feel the magic of needle and thread dipping into fabric. Whether a beginner or experienced, we will share our resources and ideas. Explore colour, line, texture and possibilities with like-minded individuals.

Free program. No registration required–just drop in!

It’s time to get creative and explore resin art, a medium that can be mixed with a variety of materials to achieve colourful patterns and designs. Join us for a morning of creative exploration and fun!

Registration: http://brantlibrary.ca/calendar

Every Tuesday afternoon 2:00-4:00 pm at the St. George Branch

Everyone is welcome to attend this free meet-up of knitters and crocheters. Whether you’re an expert or just getting started, you are encouraged to come by and sit, chat and knit!

Every Tuesday evening 6:30-8:00 pm at the Scotland-Oakland Branch

Everyone is welcome to attend this free meet-up of knitters and crocheters. Whether you’re an expert or just getting started, you are encouraged to come by and sit, chat and knit!

Learn the basics of making video calls, from setting up your device to placing your first call. Chatting with friends and family from far away has never been more fun!

Registration: http://brantlibrary.ca/calendar

Every Wednesday evening 6:30-8:00 pm at the Paris Branch

Everyone is welcome to attend this free meet-up for knitters and crocheters. Whether you’re an expert or just getting started, you are encouraged to come by and sit, chat and knit! No registration required. 

Between 1869 and 1948 over 100 000 children of all ages were brought to Canada from the United Kingdom to work on Canadian farms. Join us for an evening of information about the impact of the British Home Children program on rural Ontario. 

Free Program. Registration Required.

Mahjong is a tile-based game which was developed in China in the Qing dynasty and has spread throughout the world since the early 20th century. Similar to the card game rummy, Mahjong is a game of skill, strategy, and calculation and involves a degree of chance. The game has proven to help keep the mind sharp as it produces an increase in cognitive function. Whether you’re a beginner or already know how to play, an afternoon of socialization and strategy awaits!

Free Drop-in Program.

Explore all that the library digital archives have to offer! Learn how to search the digital archives to find historical photos, documents and more. Our Digitally Savvy program is designed for older adults to discover online resources, support, entertainment and more. Covering everything from fraud prevention, to podcasting, this series offers a wide variety of topics to explore. 

Registration Required: http://brantlibrary.ca/calendar

Have you ever wanted to take a picture with your favourite superhero or movie character? Ready to be transported to another world? Stop by our green screen session wearing your favourite FanFest costume and take a picture that is out of this world! Choose your preferred background and pose with a character of your choice to create a unique image. All ages are welcome and creativity is encouraged. While you’re visiting, be sure to stop by our other FanFest programs and activities.

Stop by the Super Virtual Reality session at Brant FanFest for a chance to explore fan-tastic new worlds with games and activities. Please note play time may be limited to 10 minutes depending on the size of the group.

Free Program, Drop-in

Calling all fans! Our FanFest Panel and Q&A is the perfect opportunity to explore the world of Fandom and ask our experts about their craft. 

http://brantlibrary.ca/calendar

Every Monday from 2:00-4:00 pm at the Paris Branch

Bring your mending, embroidery project, quilting piece or just willing hands to feel the magic of needle and thread dipping into fabric. Whether a beginner or experienced, we will share our resources and ideas. Explore colour, line, texture and possibilities with like-minded individuals.

Free program. No registration required–just drop in!