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June 3 to September 3, 2019 Register at bramptonlibrary.ca Brampton Brain Game Birth-12 years
Read, play, explore this summer with the Brampton Brain Game! Enjoy challenges that encourage children to read and continue to learn over the summer months, participate in STEM programs and discover all that our city has to offer. Kids 6-12 years old who register before July 8 will automatically be entered into the Early Bird Draw for a chance to win a bicycle, generously donated by the Region of Peel.
Teen Summer Reading Club 13-18 years
Complete online challenges, log the books you read and join our programs at the Library this summer. There are chances to win one of these grand prizes: • Apple Airpods • FitBit Versa Smart Watch • $100 Presto Card + Fujifilm Instax Mini 9 • $150 Indigo Gift Card We also have weekly prize draws all summer long! Join before July 8 to be automatically entered into our Early Bird Draw for a chance to win 2 General Admission passes to Wet 'n' Wild.
Adult Summer Reading Club 19+ years
You don’t need to book a vacation to explore, discover, and relax this summer—join the Adult Summer Reading Club 2019! Log books, attend programs and enjoy chances to win prizes all summer long. Registration starts June 3, 2019 and continues until September 3, 2019. Register online at bramptonlibrary.ca or at any of our branches. Save the date: our popular After Hours Book Bash returns on Friday, August 16, 2019.
Thank you to our community! Once again, local businesses and organizations have shown their support for literacy and lifelong learning by providing incentives for readers who join our summer clubs. We extend our thanks to the Brampton Real Estate Board (BREB) for generously donating all of our grand prizes.
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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.
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.
Branch Closures Monday, July 1 Sunday, August 4 Monday, August 5
Canada Day Civic Holiday (observed) Civic Holiday
Brampton Library is your community connector—linking, supporting and growing the local creative economy by bringing people and ideas together. Check out all the different ways you can connect by clicking on the JOIN IN tab at bramptonlibrary.ca. Here are just a few examples of some exciting activities to check out in the coming months: 1. Have you written and published a book? We invite you to submit your work to the Local Authors Showcase. Submissions by Brampton Library members living in Peel Region will be considered until the July 31st deadline. Revealed to the community in September, books that form our 2019/20 showcase will be displayed at Chinguacousy Branch and included in our online library catalogue for a full year. 2. Got your library card? Brampton Library Community Galleries at Chinguacousy, Cyril Clark, Four Corners and Mount Pleasant Village branches provide free exhibit space for local artists. We look forward to receiving your application form and sharing your talent with the community. 3. Culture Days turns 10! As a designated Culture Days @ the Library partner, we proudly host a wide range of cultural activities by local participants in all of our branches at the end of September. How does Brampton Library connect the dots for you? Send me a note or join our ongoing conversation on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @bramptonlibrary.
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Family Storytime
Early Years
Birth-6 years
Let's get every child ready to read! Bring your whole family to this interactive storytime, where we'll share some of our favourite songs and play together to promote early learning. Everyone is welcome.
Programs for Birth-6 years
Alphabet Bingo 3-5 years
We’ll read, sing, and play while we learn the alphabet! Free tickets will be available 30 minutes before the program starts. Chinguacousy July 9, Aug. 20
3-4pm
Four Corners July 4, 18, Aug. 1, 15, 29
10:30-11:15am
Gore Meadows July 13, Aug. 24
11-11:30am
Mount Pleasant Village July 2, 16, 30, Aug. 13
2:30-3:15pm
South Fletcher’s Wednesdays (not available July 3) 5:30-6:15pm Springdale July 16, 30, Aug. 20
11-11:45am
Chinguacousy Cyril Clark Four Corners Gore Meadows
Tuesdays 1:30-2pm Wednesdays 11-11:30am Sundays 11:30am-12pm Mondays 6:30-7pm Tuesdays 10:15-10:45am Mondays 6:30-7:30pm Wednesdays 6:30-7:30pm Saturdays 11-11:30am
(not available July 13, Aug. 24) Mount Pleasant Village Tuesdays 6:30-7pm South Fletcher’s Wednesdays 6:30-7pm (not available July 3) Saturdays 10:30-11am Springdale Wednesdays 6:30-7pm
French Storytime Birth-6 years
Baby Storytime Birth-18 months
It's never too early to read, sing and play to promote healthy brain development. Earn a stamp towards a FREE BOOK each time you attend Baby Storytime. Registration required.* Cyril Clark Gore Meadows Mount Pleasant Village South Fletcher’s Springdale
Attend our special Pyjama Storytime at Chinguacousy on Mondays from 6:30 – 7:00 pm.
Join us for children’s storytime, en français! Books, rhymes, and songs will be shared in French. Gore Meadows
Thursdays
6:30-7pm
Wednesdays 11-11:30am Wednesdays 10:30-11am Thursdays 11-11:30am Tuesdays 10:15-10:45am Mondays 10:30-11am
Baby Storytime at Chinguacousy Branch Birth-18 months
It’s never too early to read, sing, and play to promote healthy brain development. The first half of the program will focus on play and social/ interaction skills, the second half of the program will focus on building early literacy skills. Earn a stamp towards a FREE BOOK each time you attend Baby Storytime. Registration required.* Chinguacousy
Your child will love this journey! Ask for your chart in any of our branches.
Fridays 1:30-2:30pm
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Early Years
Little Engineers
EarlyON Programs
Give your child a head start with activities focused on Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. They will love our STEM for preschoolers programs just for them.
Brampton Library is pleased to partner with local EarlyON Child and Family Centres to support early learning and school readiness. Parents and caregivers, please ensure that children are accompanied by an adult for the duration of all of these programs. Watch our website for more EarlyON programs coming to our new Southwest Branch, opening soon!
3-5 years
Chinguacousy Saturdays (not available Aug. 31) 10:30-11:15am Cyril Clark July 5, Aug. 19
2-3pm
Four Corners July 11, 25, Aug. 8, 22
10:30-11:15am
Gore Meadows Mondays Mount Pleasant Village July 9, 23, Aug. 6, 20
2-2:45pm
2:30-3:15pm
South Fletcher’s Saturdays 11-11:45am Springdale July 9, 23, Aug. 6
11-11:45am
Movers and Shakers 18 months-3 years
Let's get moving! Toddlers and their grownups are invited to join us to read, sing and play to learn. Earn a stamp toward a FREE BOOK to take home each time you attend Movers and Shakers. Registration required.* Chinguacousy Cyril Clark Gore Meadows Mount Pleasant Village South Fletcher’s Springdale
Thursdays 11-11:30am (not available July 25)
Tuesdays 11-11:30am Thursdays 11-11:30am Tuesdays 10:30-11am Wednesdays 11-11:30am Thursdays 10:15-10:45am Thursdays 11-11:30am
Outdoor Storytime Birth-5 years
Let’s bring storytime outside! We’ll read stories, sing songs and play games that teach and explore the joys of nature, weather permitting. Mount Pleasant Village Sundays (not available Aug. 25) 11-11:30am Springdale July 3, Aug. 7
Special thanks to our Early Years partners:
Baby and Me Birth-18 months
A session designed for parents, caregivers and their infants. Enjoy this opportunity to explore new and innovative ways to bond with baby through games, songs and stories; network, share experiences, ask questions and participate in brainstorming sessions on issues of concern. Gore Meadows
Tuesdays
1-3pm
Baby Playtime at Chinguacousy Branch Birth-18 months
Social time for parents and infants featuring baby signing, storytime and parenting education. Held in cooperation with Bramalea-Gore-MaltonSpringdale Ontario Early Years Centre. Chinguacousy
Thursdays 1-2:30pm
Family Time at Four Corners Branch Birth-6 years
It’s time to move and groove! This program involves free play, songs, stories, movement and creative time for children to enjoy with each other and their parents/caregivers. This program is held in cooperation with BridgeWay Family Centre. Children must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the program. Four Corners
Fridays
10-11:30am
6:30-7pm
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Family Time at Mount Pleasant Village Branch Birth-6 years
Parents, caregivers and children engage in play activities to support children’s social, emotional and learning development. A variety of learning opportunities are available to promote your child’s play-based learning. Staff facilitates a group time with songs & story. Offered in partnership with Child Development Resource Connection Peel. Mount Pleasant Village Tuesdays 3:30-5:30pm Saturdays (not available Aug. 3, 31) 10am-12pm
Infant Songs and Stories Birth-18 months
A special program for babies and their favourite adults. It's never too early to read, sing, and play to promote healthy brain development. Held in cooperation with Bramalea-Gore-MaltonSpringdale Ontario Early Years Centre. Chinguacousy
Wednesdays 1-2:30pm
Mother Goose Birth-18 months
Parents and children learn rhymes, songs and stories. Children improve language and preliteracy skills. Mount Pleasant Village Fridays
10am-12pm
Toddler Mother Goose 18 months-3 years
This fun, interactive session invites parents to learn songs and the art of sharing stories with their toddlers. Children must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the program. Space is limited. Gore Meadows
Fridays
10am-12pm
Toddler Move and Groove 18 months-3 years
Sing, dance, move and experience the musical world around us! In this program, we explore a variety of musical instruments and music, both traditional and non-traditional. This program is held in cooperation with Bramalea-Gore-MaltonSpringdale Ontario Early Years Centre. Chinguacousy
Tuesdays 10:30am-12pm
Toddler Playgroup 18 months-3 years
Designed for parents and caregivers to heighten toddlers’ interest, imagination and curiosity, this session gives you ideas of what to do at home and an opportunity to network with other parents. We will share books, sing interactive songs and participate in directed play activities that prepare participants for school. Gore Meadows
Mondays
1-3pm
Read and Play Birth-5 years
A morning of creative play and storytelling especially for little ones. Chinguacousy Four Corners
Mondays 10:30am-12pm Mondays 10-11:30am
@ the Library Let’s chat about hosting your activity in our branches. Email culturedays@bramptonlibrary.ca today.
CULTURE!
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Middle Years
Middle Years
Container Gardening for Families 6+ years (accompanied by an adult)
Programs for 6-12 years
Join local environmental organization, Ecosource, to learn how to start your own container garden to grow fresh herbs and veggies.
100 Cup Challenge
South Fletcher’s
What can you build with 100 cups? Visit the Library for a series of cup stacking challenges.
Cranium Club
Chinguacousy Cyril Clark Four Corners Gore Meadows Mount Pleasant Village South Fletcher’s Springdale
Hey Brampton Brain Game members, join other kids to talk about what you're reading, complete challenges, and have fun!
All Ages
July 2, 31 3-4pm Aug. 30 2-3pm July 3, 31 10:30-11:30am Aug. 28 10:30-11:30am July 17, Aug. 14 2-3pm July 4 2-3pm Aug. 21 6:30-8pm July 8, Aug. 12 2-3pm July 10, Aug. 19 2-3pm
a-MAZE-ing Magnets 6-8 years
Can you use science to escape the maze? Children will design and build a maze, then harness the power of magnetism to navigate their way out. All materials will be provided. Free tickets will be available 30 minutes before the program starts. Cyril Clark Four Corners Mount Pleasant Village Springdale
July 22 2-3pm July 10, Aug. 7 10:30-11:30am July 10, 13, 31 2:30-3:30pm Aug. 3 2:30-3:30pm July 17, Aug. 14 2-3pm
Book Bingo 6-12 years
Bingo with a library flair - a favourite! Join us for this fun, entertaining program. Chinguacousy July 15, 19, 29 3-4pm Aug. 2, 19, 30 3-4pm Cyril Clark July 12, Aug. 2, 26 2-3pm Four Corners Wednesdays 2-3pm Gore Meadows Thursdays 2-3pm Mount Pleasant Village Mondays 2-3pm South Fletcher’s July 5, 15, 29 2-3pm Aug. 2, 19, 30 2-3pm Springdale Fridays 2-3pm (not available Aug. 30)
Aug. 14
10:30-11:30am
6-12 years
Chinguacousy Saturdays (not available July 6, Aug. 31) 3-4pm Cyril Clark Saturdays (not available July 6) 2-3pm Four Corners Mondays 2-3pm Gore Meadows Fridays 2-3pm Mount Pleasant Village Mondays (not available Aug. 26) 6:30-7:30pm South Fletcher’s Wednesdays (not available July 3) 2-3pm Springdale Tuesdays (not available July 2) 2-3pm
Crime Scene Science 9-12 years
Calling all detectives: the Art Gallery needs your help solving the Mystery of the Missing Painting! Learn about Crime Scene Science through fingerprint detection, pen and ink chromatography, footprint to height estimation, and more. Use your knowledge and creative problem solving skills to crack the case. Free tickets will be available 30 minutes before the program starts. Chinguacousy Cyril Clark Four Corners Gore Meadows Mount Pleasant Village Springdale
July 5, Aug. 9 Aug. 16 July 23, Aug. 6 Aug. 19 July 17, 20 Aug. 7
3-4pm 2-3pm 2-3:30pm 6:30-8pm 2:30-4pm 2-3:30pm
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Family Movie Night
Kinetic Energy
Join us for free movie nights in our library branches and learn how you can start streaming videos for free with your Brampton Library card, using the Kanopy app.
Create your own chain reaction contraption by combining simple machines. We'll explore gravity, momentum, force and motion. Free tickets will be available 30 minutes before the program starts.
Chinguacousy Cyril Clark Mount Pleasant Village South Fletcher’s
Chinguacousy Cyril Clark Four Corners Gore Meadows Mount Pleasant Village South Fletcher’s Springdale
All Ages
6-12 years
July 23 3-4:30pm Aug. 6, 27 3-4:30pm July 3 6:30-8:30pm Aug. 29 6:30-8pm July 12, Aug. 9 2-4pm
Food Chain Game 6-12 years
Learn about Ontario ecosystems and food webs through games and puzzle activities. Chinguacousy Cyril Clark Four Corners Gore Meadows Mount Pleasant Village South Fletcher’s Springdale
July 3, 17, Aug. 7 3-4:30pm July 15 2-3pm July 18, Aug. 15 2-3:30pm July 2, Aug. 13 2-3:30pm July 4 6:30-7:30pm Aug. 21, 24 2:30-4pm July 25, 27 2-3:30pm Aug. 22, 24 2-3:30pm July 29 2-3:30pm
Kids' Audio Recording Studio Orientation 8-12 years
Kids, do you dream of recording your own song or being the host of your own podcast? Our audio recording studio offers professional equipment and software that is free for your use. To get started, join us for this orientation program. Chinguacousy July 8, 22, Aug. 12, 26
3-4pm
Kids’ MakerSpace Orientation Session 6-12 years
Learn how to 3D print your own creations, make a custom button, or create your own vinyl decals for free at the Library! Join us for this orientation session to get started. Registration required.* Chinguacousy July 16, 26, 30, Aug. 23
3-4pm
Aug. 21 Aug. 12 July 11, Aug. 8 July 16 Aug. 14, 17 July 4, 6, Aug. 1, 3 July 22
3-4:30pm 2-3pm 2-3:30pm 2-3:30pm 2:30-4pm 2-3:30pm 2-3:30pm
LEGO® Mania 6-12 years
Imagine, build, create! Engineer your very own creation, meet other LEGO® fans and work together to create a masterpiece. Chinguacousy Cyril Clark Four Corners Gore Meadows Mount Pleasant Village South Fletcher’s Springdale
July 7, 21 3-4pm Aug. 11, 25 3-4pm July 7, 21 2-3pm Aug. 11, 25 2-3pm Sundays 2-4pm July 17 10:30-11:30am Aug. 14 10:30-11:30am Tuesdays 6:30-7:30pm (not available Jul. 2)
Tuesdays 7-8pm July 14, 28, Aug. 18 2-3pm Tuesdays 6:30-8pm Tuesdays 6:30-7:30pm Thursdays 2-3pm
(not available Jul. 11, 25, Aug. 8, 22)
Mad Science: Up, Up and Away All Ages
Join us for a spellbinding show that explores the principles of air pressure. See the Mad Scientist make a hot air balloon, giant smoke rings and a dinosaur sneeze. You’ll also experience the wondrous floating powers of a Mad Science Hovercraft! Free tickets will be available 30 minutes before the program starts. Space is limited. Cyril Clark Gore Meadows South Fletcher’s Springdale
July 29 July 29 July 11 July 11
2-2:45pm 11-11:45am 6:30-7:15pm 2-2:45pm
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Magic Show with Owen Anderson
Ready, Set, Read!
Come and be amazed as Magician Owen Anderson performs his captivating magic show! Free tickets will be available 30 minutes before the program starts. Space is limited.
Offered in partnership with Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board, children in grades 1 – 3 and their parents/caregivers are invited to attend engaging read-aloud sessions with a focus on reading comprehension strategies. The program is held once a week for six weeks. Children will be provided with book lists tailored to their specific reading level.
All Ages
Chinguacousy Four Corners Mount Pleasant Village Springdale
Aug. 13 July 20 July 20 Aug. 13
2-2:45pm 2-2:45pm 11-11:45am 11-11:45am
Chinguacousy July 10, 17, 24, 31, Aug. 7, 14
Makey Makey Storytelling 6-12 years
Bring your illustrated story to life with sound effects! We’ll use Makey Makey and Scratch programming to take your storytelling to the next level. Free tickets will be available 30 minutes before the program starts. Chinguacousy Cyril Clark Four Corners Gore Meadows Mount Pleasant Village South Fletcher’s Springdale
Aug. 28 Aug. 9 July 25, Aug. 22 July 9 July 3 July 18, 20 Aug. 15, 17 July 15
Grades 1-3
3-4:30pm 2-3pm 2-3:30pm 2-3:30pm 2:30-4pm 2-3:30pm 2-3:30pm 2-3:30pm
5:30-6:30pm
Cyril Clark July 11, 18, 25, 31, Aug. 1, 8
7-8pm
Four Corners July 8, 15, 22, 29, Aug. 12
5-6pm
Gore Meadows July 10, 17, 24, 31, Aug 7, 14
7-8pm
Mount Pleasant Village July 11, 18, 25, 31, Aug 1, 8
6:30-7:30pm
South Fletcher’s July 9, 16, 23, 30, Aug 6, 13
5:30-6:30pm
Springdale July 12, 19, 26, Aug 2, 9, 16
11am-12pm
Mini Golf in the Library
STEM Station
Working in small groups, children will create and design a nine-hole Mini Golf course and learn about architectural and engineering principles in the process. They’ll love seeing these principles in motion as the ball travels through the course and into the hole! Free tickets will be available 30 minutes before the program starts.
Unleash your inner inventor as you experiment with coding, robotics, circuits, and more!
6-12 years
6-12 years
Chinguacousy Cyril Clark Four Corners Gore Meadows Mount Pleasant Village South Fletcher’s Springdale
July 10, 24 Aug. 14 July 19 July 4, Aug. 1 July 30, Aug. 20 July 24, 27 July 11, 13 Aug. 8, 10 July 8
3-4:30pm 3-4:30pm 2-3pm 2-3:30pm 2-3:30pm 2:30-4pm 2-3:30pm 2-3:30pm 2-3:30pm
Chinguacousy Thursdays 3-4pm Cyril Clark Jul. 8, Aug. 23 2-3pm Four Corners Saturdays 2:30-3:30pm
Gore Meadows Mount Pleasant Village South Fletcher’s Springdale
(not available July 20)
Saturdays Fridays
(not available Aug. 30)
2-3pm 2-3pm
Aug. 31 2:30-4pm July 19, 22 2-3pm Aug. 16, 26 2-3pm Saturdays 2-3pm July 24, Aug. 12 2-3pm
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Worries of Wildlife
6+ years (accompanied by an adult)
Did you know that many animals are losing their habitat, which may cause them to become a species at risk? Join Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) for an interactive session to learn about what this means and how we can help. Activities may include heading outside for a guided trail walk or creating your very own seed ball. If it rains, TRCA will provide an indoor activity. Four Corners Gore Meadows
July 30 July 23
10:30am-12pm 10:30am-12pm
Writers' Room Borrow baby's first wearable word counter from any of our branches for free.
Summer Launch Parties All Ages
Join us to celebrate the start of summer break! We'll have fun activities to help you get started on those Brampton Brain Game challenges! Chinguacousy Cyril Clark Four Corners Gore Meadows Mount Pleasant Village South Fletcher’s Springdale
July 6 July 6 July 5 July 2 July 6 July 3 July 2
2-4pm 2-3pm 2-3pm 6:30-7:30pm 2-4pm 4-7pm 2-3pm
The Wonderful World of Shoes! 6+ years (accompanied by an adult)
We are pleased to present, in partnership with Toronto’s Bata Shoe Museum, a wonderful multimedia presentation all about shoes! Sheila Knox, Head of Education and Programming at the Museum will read Shoes, Shoes, Shoes by Ann Morris, amid a display of shoes from all around the world and followed by a shoe-themed activity. Space is limited, please pick up a free ticket 30 minutes before the program starts. Chinguacousy Springdale
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Spark your imagination with some quick writing games and inspirations. Drop in and grab a prompt from our story bin to wind up with lots of fresh new ideas, even if you’re new to creative writing. All levels of experience welcome! Chinguacousy Cyril Clark Four Corners Gore Meadows Mount Pleasant Village Springdale
July 12, Aug. 16 July 26 July 9, Aug. 20 July 22 Aug. 7, 10 July 3
3-5pm 2-3pm 2-3:30pm 6:30-8pm 2:30-4pm 2-3:30pm
Borrow a
GoPro! Free with your library card. Ask staff for details.
11am-12pm 2-3pm
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July/August 2019
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Teens
#TeensatBL: We Make Zines
Teens
Teens
Share your voice in the self-publishing style of activists, artists and feminists using zines. In this workshop, you will learn how to make and distribute your own zines.
#TeensatBL: We Make Buttons Teens
Design and make your own pin-on buttons to reflect your unique style! Quotes, fandoms, Sharpie® art, and your own unique ideas - if it's down on paper we can turn it into a button at the Library. Chinguacousy Cyril Clark Four Corners Gore Meadows Mount Pleasant Village South Fletcher’s Springdale
July 23 July 23 Aug. 2 July 11, Aug. 29 July 3 July 29 July 18
7-8:30pm 7-8:30pm 3-4:30pm 3:30-5pm 6:30-8pm 3-4:30pm 7-8:30pm
#TeensatBL: We Make our Phone Grips Pop Teens
Hold the phone! Join us to design customized pop-up grips for your phone or tablet that you can keep. All materials provided. Chinguacousy Cyril Clark Four Corners Gore Meadows Mount Pleasant Village South Fletcher’s Springdale
Aug. 27 July 30 Aug. 23 Aug. 15 July 24 July 8 July 11
7-8:30pm 7-8:30pm 3-4:30pm 3:30-5pm 6:30-8pm 3-4:30pm 7-8:30pm
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July 9 July 2 Aug. 16 July 25 Aug. 14 Aug. 26 Aug. 1
7-8:30pm 7-8:30pm 3-4:30pm 3:30-5pm 6:30-8pm 3-4:30pm 7-8:30pm
#TeensatBL: We Play Board Games Teens
Trade up your wheat for sheep, rout out the spies at the table, or bluff your way past the Sheriff as we play modern classics from our board game collection including Settlers of Catan, The Resistance, Sheriff of Nottingham and more. No experience required, just come out and play. Chinguacousy Cyril Clark Four Corners Gore Meadows Mount Pleasant Village South Fletcher’s Springdale
July 16, Aug. 13 July 9 July 19 July 4 July 31 Aug. 19 July 4
7-8:30pm 7-8:30pm 3-4:30pm 3:30-5pm 6:30-8pm 3-4:30pm 7-8:30pm
Calling local artists! We offer free exhibit space in our branches. To find out more, visit bramptonlibrary.ca and click Brampton Library Community Galleries under the Join In tab. *Call 905.793.4636 or visit any branch to register. bramptonlibrary.ca
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#TeensatBL: We Practice Self-Care
Sew Techy for Teens
Learn how to better manage stress, cope when feeling overwhelmed and focus on the present moment using simple mindfulness techniques. We will make some tools that you can take home to support your mindfulness practice.
Take your sewing project to the next level by adding custom embellishments made in the Makerspace! Over two sessions, you’ll sew a simple pouch or case and use our 3D printer and vinyl cutter to make buttons, zipper pulls, and heat transfer vinyl designs to decorate your project. Registration required. Please stop in to any of our branches with your parent or guardian to complete a waiver. Space is limited.
Teens
Chinguacousy Cyril Clark Four Corners Gore Meadows Mount Pleasant Village South Fletcher’s Springdale
Aug. 20 July 16 July 12 Aug. 1 July 10 July 22 Aug. 15
7-8:30pm 7-8:30pm 3-4:30pm 3:30-5pm 6:30-8pm 3-4:30pm 7-8:30pm
Teens
Book fanatics! Join our drop-in Book Club to discuss reading, writing and book recommendations with other youth at your nearest Brampton Library branch. Aug. 6 Aug. 6 Aug. 9 Aug. 8 Aug. 7 Aug. 12 Aug. 8
Chinguacousy
July 17, 18
6-8pm
Zombie Lock-In at the Library Teens
#TeensatBL: We Talk Books
Chinguacousy Cyril Clark Four Corners Gore Meadows Mount Pleasant Village South Fletcher’s Springdale
14-18 years
Think you have what it takes to challenge the undead in a live game of humans vs. zombies? We're taking over the Library with games, snacks and a zombie movie! Registration required.* Springdale
Aug. 9
7-9:30pm
7-8:30pm 7-8:30pm 3-4:30pm 3:30-5pm 6:30-8pm 3-4:30pm 7-8:30pm
#TeensatBL: Wii Play Video Games Teens
Drop in with your friends or meet other local gamers for some old-school gaming on the Nintendo Wii. Prefer the new stuff? Bring your laptop or grab a chromebook onsite at the Library to game with a group! Chinguacousy Cyril Clark Four Corners Gore Meadows Mount Pleasant Village South Fletcher’s Springdale
July 2, 30 Aug. 13 July 26 July 18, Aug. 22 Jul 17 July 15 July 25
7-8:30pm 7-8:30pm 3-4:30pm 3:30-5pm 6:30-8pm 3-4:30pm 7-8:30pm
Coming Soon: Brampton Library and Sheridan’s Continuing and Professional Studies collaborate to offer career advancement courses at the Downtown Four Corners Branch. For more information visit caps.sheridancollege.ca.
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AFTER HOURS BOOK BASH Let's wrap up
in style!
shortlist announced
activities • entertainment • light refreshments • door prizes
August 16, 2019 6:00 – 8:30 pm Springdale Branch, 10705 Bramalea Road, Brampton
Dress: Casual Elegance For Adults 19+ only
Haunted Ghost Walk
General
19+ years
Antakshari: The Bollywood Musical Game 19+ years
Discover the paranormal activity lurking under Brampton’s familiar downtown facade in this ghostly walk. Join Steve Collie from After Dark Tours to explore local historic sites. Registration required.*
Enjoy playing Bollywood's most famous and fun musical game featuring Hindi songs.
Four Corners
Gore Meadows South Fletcher’s Springdale
Learn, Eat and Move your Feet
July 15 July 11 July 9
6:30-8pm 11am-12:30pm 3:30-5pm
Bollywood Trivia 19+ years
Think you know everything about Bollywood? Put your knowledge to the test and play along! Gore Meadows South Fletcher’s Springdale
Aug. 12 Aug. 8 Aug. 15
6:30-8pm 11am-12:30pm 3:30-5pm
7-8:30pm
19+ years
Want to learn how to prepare sensible snacks? Join us for a live demonstration and taste how good a healthy and active lifestyle can be! This program is presented in partnership with William Osler Health System. Registration required.* Chinguacousy July 30 Mount Pleasant Village July 11 Springdale Aug. 8
6:30-8pm 6:30-8pm 6:30-8pm
Learn to Camp with Parks Canada All Ages
Game On! All Ages
Play to learn! Spelling, math and strategy are all involved in these favourite board games. Drop in with your friends for some free play. Chinguacousy Cyril Clark Four Corners Gore Meadows Mount Pleasant Village South Fletcher’s Springdale
July 25
July 14, 28, Aug. 18 3-4pm July 14, 28, Aug. 18 2-3pm Sundays 2-4pm July 24 10:30-11:30am Aug. 21 10:30-11:30am Tuesdays 2-3pm Sundays 2-3pm July 7, 21 2-3pm Aug. 11, 25 2-3pm Sundays 2-4pm July 26, Aug. 23 2-4pm Sundays 2-3pm July 31 2-3pm Aug. 8, 21, 22 2-3pm
Join us for Parks Canada’s free Learn to Camp workshop. You will learn how to set up a tent, pack for a camping trip, light a fire, enjoy good camp cooking, and more! Springdale
July 8
11am-12:30pm
Mastering Gluten-Free Baking 19+ years
Want to bake gluten-free treats that taste just like their conventional counterparts? Recipe developer and published author Laurie Sadowski joins us to share her secrets—including the roles of different flours, tips for accuracy, interaction of ingredients, the role of chemistry and most of all the flavours and fun of baking in a whole new way. Be sure to bring your questions and requests! Cyril Clark
Aug. 10
3-4:30pm
*Call 905.793.4636 or visit any branch to register. bramptonlibrary.ca
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Organize with Ease
Love of Reading & Writing
19+ years
Lindsay Whisen, professional organizer and founder of “Ease Up – The Organizing Experts” demonstrates her tips to help you win the battle against clutter. You’ll learn how to start decluttering, stay organized and live your life with the greatest of ease. Cyril Clark
July 3
4-5:30pm
Paint Night 19+ years
Paint the night away in the Library. Create your own unique artwork to keep! All materials included free of charge. Registration required.* Chinguacousy Gore Meadows Mount Pleasant Village South Fletcher’s Springdale
July 22, Aug. 8 Aug. 26 July 8, Aug. 12 Aug. 12 July 2, Aug. 6
6:30-8:30pm 6:30-8:30pm 6:30-8:30pm 6-8pm 6:30-8:30pm
Protect Yourself Online 19+ years
Worried about your privacy? Concerned about the security of your online data? Learn how to make a secure password, assess online risks and threats, and find out what to look for when installing apps and software. Cyril Clark
July 17
Writing Workshops Hindi Writers Guild 19+ years
Discuss books by famous authors, recite poetry & ghazals and read stories in Hindi. In collaboration with the Hindi Writers Guild. Registration required.* Springdale July 13, Aug. 10
1:30-4:30pm
Book Clubs Punjabi Writers Book Club 19+ years
Calling all Punjabi authors! Enjoy this opportunity to come together, network and discuss your books. This program is presented in collaboration with Punjabi Kalman Da Kafla. Registration required.* Springdale July 27, Aug. 31
1:30-4:30pm
7-8:30pm
Sustainable Balcony Gardening 19+ years
Learn about the inspiring beauty and practical benefits of growing native plants and edibles on your balcony, to bring any small outdoor space to life. Participants will have the opportunity to plant seeds in small starter pots, provided at this session. Chinguacousy
July 10
1:30-3pm
Vegetarian and Vegan Living 19+ years
The Toronto Vegetarian Association will share tips and answer your questions about vegetarian and vegan lifestyles. Bring your favourite plant-based recipe to share during our recipe exchange. South Fletcher’s
July 25
1:30-3pm
Up for Discussion Book Clubs at Chinguacousy, Cyril Clark and Four Corners Branches Registration opens August 6! Monthly from September – December and March – May Find common bonds through books. Enjoy contemporary, classical and international book selections that you may not have chosen yourself. Register at any branch or call 905.793.4636 to reserve your space.
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Technology/MakerSpace Audio Recording Studio Orientation 13+ years
A required introduction to available equipment and software and an explanation of guidelines for studio use. Chinguacousy
Fridays 4:30-5:30pm Sundays 1-2pm July 15, 29, Aug. 19 3-4pm
Bring Your Own Device If you have a smartphone, tablet or iPad, but need a little help to learn the basics, this workshop is for you! Learn how to download apps, take a photo and connect to Wi-Fi. Participants must bring their own smartphone or tablet to participate. Registration required.* Four Corners July 11 6:30-8:30pm Mount Pleasant Village July 18, Aug. 15 7-8pm
Bring Your Own Device: WhatsApp 19+ years
Learn how to communicate long distance for free with WhatsApp. Participants must bring a tablet or smartphone to participate. Registration required.* Aug. 14
19+ years
This casual computer programming meetup is a space to share ideas or problems and connect with programmers of all experience levels. Bring your laptop or borrow a Chromebook with your library card. Coffee provided by City of Brampton Economic Development Office. Springdale July 13, 27, Aug. 10, 24
11am-1pm
Computer Basics and Beyond: 4 Week Session 19+ years
19+ years
Gore Meadows
Coffee ’n’ Code
10:30am-12pm
Beginners will learn some of the basic skills needed to use a computer including mouse and keyboard skills, accessing the Internet, sending and receiving email, word processing and more. Also offered: Computer Basics and Beyond in Hindi, Punjabi and Urdu. Find details in the Newcomers section of this guide. Registration required.* Chinguacousy South Fletcher’s Springdale
July 4, 11, 18, 25 6:30-8pm July 8, 15, 22, 29 6:30-8pm July 8, 15, 22, 29 6:30-8pm
Cryptocurrency Meetup 19+ years
Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are making the news. What are they, how do they fit into the history of money and how do they work? This program will also help you network with others who are interested in these new forms of currency. Chinguacousy
July 7, Aug. 11
3-4:30pm
Celebrate META Digital Art! Pixel: A Digital Art Discussion Chinguacousy July 10 6:30 – 8:30pm Join local radio host and podcaster Nav Nanwa of New Theory Radio in a discussion with Brampton-based graphic artists. Table to TABLIX: The Language of the Tabla Chinguacousy July 24 6:30 – 8:30pm Renowned artist and musician Gurpreet 'The Tabla Guy' Chana shares his personal experience with this new mode of artistic expression. Brought to you by the Arts and Culture Initiative of South Asia (ACISA) and New Theory Radio, in association with the V.A.S.A. Arts Festival and META Brampton. Details at vasaartsfestival.ca, metabrampton.ca and newtheoryradio.com *Call 905.793.4636 or visit any branch to register. bramptonlibrary.ca
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eLearning: Educate Yourself for Free
Get Started with the Silhouette CAMEO®
Advance your career, update your skills and add to your résumé through eLearning. In this session, you will learn how to take free online courses with your Library Card. Registration required.*
In this orientation session we'll introduce you to the Silhouette CAMEO®, a versatile and user friendly desktop cutting machine. Learn about the different types of materials you can cut, how to design, import, and trace images in the Silhouette Studio software, as well as troubleshooting tips and tricks. You'll also take home your very own vinyl decal, created by you! Registration required.*
19+ years
Cyril Clark Four Corners Gore Meadows Springdale
July 31 7-8:30pm July 3, Aug. 7 6:30-8pm July 24 10:30am-12pm Aug. 19 6:30-8pm
Chinguacousy Four Corners
Excel and Spreadsheets 19+ years
Participants with basic computer skills and an active Hotmail/Outlook or Gmail account are invited to learn about spreadsheets and simple formatting. Registration required.* Cyril Clark Gore Meadows Springdale
14+ years
Aug. 14 7-8:30pm July 10 10:30am-12pm Aug. 12, 26 6:30-8pm
Get Social with Facebook
14+ years
Learn the basics of creating and manipulating 3D objects in TinkerCAD, a free, browser-based application. Also learn how and where you can access 3D printers at Brampton Library to print your creation. Participants must have an email address. Registration required.* Four Corners
We will get you started on this popular social platform: help you set up an account, find friends and share pictures. Registration required.*
Repair Café
Aug. 15 Aug. 28
6:30-8pm 10:30am-12pm
Get Started with 3D Printing 14+ years
Learn the basics of 3D printing. We’ll show you how to prepare files and use the different types of 3D printers available at Brampton Library. Registration required.* Chinguacousy Four Corners Springdale
Aug. 26 July 2, Aug. 13 July 23
6-7:30pm 6:30-8pm 6:30-8pm
Get Started with Digitizing Photos and Video 19+ years
Give your old slides, negatives, or home videos new life! We'll show you how to transform those precious memories into digital projects you can share and enjoy. Registration required.* Four Corners Springdale
Aug. 6 Aug. 13
6:30-8pm 6:30-8pm
6-7:30pm 6:30-8pm
Introduction to 3D Modelling with TinkerCAD
19+ years
Four Corners Gore Meadows
July 8, Aug. 12 July 16
July 9
6:30-8:30pm
All Ages
Have a household item that's broken? Don't toss it! Repair Cafés are free meetups that are all about repairing things together. Bring in your broken item and have it fixed for free. For more information about the Repair Café movement visit repaircafe.org. Springdale
July 20
11am-3pm
Sew Techy 19+ years
Take your sewing project to the next level by adding custom embellishments made in the Makerspace! Over two sessions, you’ll sew a simple pouch or case and use our 3D printer and vinyl cutter to make buttons, zipper pulls, and heat transfer vinyl designs to decorate your project. Space is limited. Registration required. Please stop in to any of our branches to complete a waiver. Chinguacousy Four Corners Springdale
Aug. 22, 29 July 23, 30 July 9, 16
6-8pm 6:30-8:30pm 6:30-8:30pm
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Newcomers
Did you know? The Cultural Access Pass offers free admission to a wide range of attractions to Canadians in their first year of citizenship.
Commissioner of Oaths 19+ years
Verify documents before a Commissioner of Oaths and certify true copies of original documents, attest life certificates, letters and more. Call 416.518.3472 for an appointment. This service is provided in partnership with the Newcomer Information Centre. Registration required.* Chinguacousy Mount Pleasant Village South Fletcher’s Springdale
July 9, Aug. 13 July 23, Aug. 27 July 16, Aug. 20 July 2, Aug. 6
1-4pm 1-4pm 1-4pm 1-4pm
Computer Basics and Beyond : 4 week Session for Hindi, Punjabi and Urdu (HPU) speakers 19+ years
Beginners will learn some of the basic skills needed to use a computer including mouse and keyboard skills, accessing the Internet, sending and receiving email, word processing and more. See Technology/MakerSpace section for Computer Basics and Beyond in English. Registration required.*
Call 647.302.0320 or 647.302.0989 for details. In partnership with the Institute of Canadian Citizenship. Partners
Newcomer Circle 19+ years
Learn about important settlement information in preparation for your life in Canada. We’ll share ideas and viewpoints on issues that arise when settling in a new country. This is a Library Settlement Partnerships Program. Chinguacousy Springdale
July 11, Aug. 8 July 11, Aug. 8
4-5pm 1-2pm
Newcomer Seniors Group 60+ years
Gore Meadows July 3, 10, 17, 24 2:30-4pm Aug. 7, 14, 21, 28 2:30-4pm South Fletcher’s Aug. 6, 13, 20, 27 10:30am-12pm
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.
English Conversation Circle
Gore Meadows Springdale
19+ years
July 29, Aug. 26 July 29, Aug. 26
3-4pm 1-2pm
Practice and improve your English speaking skills. This is a Library Settlement Partnerships program. Chinguacousy Gore Meadows South Fletcher’s Springdale
Tuesdays 4-5:30pm Mondays 4-5:30pm Wednesdays 4-5:30pm Mondays 11:30am-1pm Wednesdays 11:30am-1pm
Newcomer Connections Meet with settlement counselors at Chinguacousy, Gore Meadows, South Fletcher's and Springdale.
Everyone is Welcome! Open meetings of the Brampton Library Board take place on the 4th Tuesday of each month, except July and August. To find out more, visit our website and click Library Board under the About tab.
Partners *Call 905.793.4636 or visit any branch to register. bramptonlibrary.ca
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Branch Spotlight Turtle Nesting Project: Putting Sustainability Learnings into Practice
Librarian Ben Smeets is inspiring connections between school and nature in the Makerspace. In partnership with TRCA and Louise Arbour Secondary School, Ben prints 3D models of turtles, a team of students paints the models and TRCA places them in safe nesting areas to attract real turtles, and prevent them from making their nests on the roadside! Sustainable and environmentally friendly, Brampton Library’s Springdale Branch is a LEED Gold building with a green roof, grey water system and geothermal heating and cooling. The building has won a Canadian Architecture award for design excellence. What will you make in our free Makerspace? Our helpful staff is standing by.
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