Brampton Library |Program Guide Winter 2018

inspiring connections Services ● Programs ● Special Events January – March 2018

Springdale Branch We can’t wait to welcome you!

Family Day

All branches OPEN 1-5pm

Best March Break ever!

Special events for all ages

NEW Digital Products

Gale Small Business Builder STEM Village Celebrating

160 years of public libraries in our community

Springdale Branch We can’t wait to welcome you!

• 20,000 sq. ft of library space + 5,000 sq. ft. multi-purpose room • MakerSpace Brampton • Large children's area with interactive Everbright wall • LEED Gold-designated building with green roof, grey water system, geothermal heating & cooling and LED lighting

Visit us!

Brampton Library Branches

Chinguacousy (Civic Centre) 150 Central Park Drive

Mount Pleasant Village 100 Commuter Drive

Cyril Clark 20 Loafer’s Lake Lane

South Fletcher’s 500 Ray Lawson Blvd

Four Corners 65 Queen Street East

Springdale 10705 Bramalea Road

Gore Meadows 10150 The Gore Road

Regular Operating Hours Monday to Thursday 10am – 9pm

Friday 10am – 6pm

905.793.4636 bramptonlibrary.ca

Saturday 10am – 5pm

Sunday 1 – 5pm

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What’s inside... From the CEO Early Years 2 Middle Years 6 Teens 8 General Interest 10

Careers & Finances 10 Technology 10

Reading & Writing 14

Special Interest 16 Newcomers 18 Especially for Seniors

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About Our Programs All programs are free! You may simply drop in unless registration is required, as noted. Some programs require free tickets to be picked up 30 minutes before the program starts.

For programs that require registration, please do so by calling 905.793.4636 or in person at any branch service desk.

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.

Holiday Closures Monday, January 1 Friday, March 30 Sunday, April 1 bramptonlibrary.ca

Welcome to our new magazine inspiring connections! Here you will find the highlights of what makes Brampton Library your place for free programs and special events that you won't want to miss.

Our vision is to inspire connections for all ages and interests that link you with our spaces, materials and digital products. We are open every day in seven locations and online 24/7 at bramptonlibrary.ca Tell us how you engage with Brampton Library!

Join us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @bramptonlibrary or contact me directly through the CEO's office.

I look forward to hearing your comments.

Rebecca Raven, CEO Brampton Library chieflib@bramptonlibrary.ca 905.793.4636 x74312

Holiday Hours New Year's Day Good Friday Easter

Monday, February 19 Family Day

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Early Years

Early Years

Introduce your littlest ones to our programs that build a love of reading.

Programs for Birth-5 years

Baby Storytime

Movers and Shakers

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 by phone or in person at any branch is required.

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 by phone or in person at any branch is required.

Birth-18 months

18 months-3 years

Mondays Springdale 10:30-11am Tuesdays South Fletcher's 1:30-2pm Wednesdays Cyril Clark 11-11:30am

Mount Pleasant Village 1:30-2pm Thursdays Gore Meadows 10-10:30am Fridays Cyril Clark 11-11:30am

Chinguacousy 11-11:30am

Family Storytime

Mondays Tuesdays

Wednesdays Thursdays

Gore Meadows 1:30-2pm Gore Meadows 10:30-11am Cyril Clark 11-11:30am Gore Meadows 10:30-11am Cyril Clark 11-11:30am Chinguacousy 11-11:30am Springdale 11-11:30am Mount Pleasant Village 1:30-2pm

Birth-6 years

Let’s get every child ready to read. Bring your whole family to our interactive storytime. We'll share some of our favourite stories, sing songs and play together to promote early learning. All are welcome.

Mondays Cyril Clark 6:30-7pm Chinguacousy 6:30-7pm

Gore Meadows 6:30-7:30pm Tuesdays Four Corners 10:15-10:45am Chinguacousy 1:30-2pm

Gore Meadows 6:30-7:30pm

Mount Pleasant Village 6:30-7pm Wednesdays Chinguacousy 11-11:30am

South Fletcher’s 6:30-7pm

Springdale (starts Feb. 7) 6:30-7pm Saturdays Chinguacousy 11-11:30am

Gore Meadows 11-11:30am 2

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Early Years

Special thanks to our Early Years partners:

Baby Playtime

Read and Play

Social time for parents and infants featuring baby signing, storytime and parenting education.

A morning of creative play and storytelling especially for little ones.

Thursdays Chinguacousy

Mondays

Birth-18 months

Birth-5 years

1-2:30pm

Baby Songs & Stories

Four Corners 10-11am Chinguacousy 10:30am-12pm

Birth-18 months

Toddler Mother Goose

A special program for babies and their favourite adults. It's never too early to read, sing and play to promote healthy brain development.

A fun, interactive session teaching parents songs and the art of telling stories to their toddlers.

Wednesdays Chinguacousy

1-2:30pm

Family Time It’s time to move and groove! This program involves free play, songs, story, movement and creative time for children to enjoy with each other and their parents/caregivers.

Mount Pleasant Village Four Corners Mount Pleasant Village

Fridays Fridays

Gore Meadows Mount Pleasant Village

10-11am 10-11:30am

Toddler Move and Groove

Birth-6 years

Tuesdays Fridays Saturdays

18 months-3 years

3:30-6pm 10-11:15am 10am-12pm

18 months-3 years

This movement and music program explores a variety of traditional and nontraditional music and musical instruments. Sing, dance, move and experience the musical world around us.

Tuesdays Chinguacousy 10:30am-12pm

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.

Your child will love this journey!

Ask for your chart in any of our branches.

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Family Literacy Day Community Art Event All Ages

Everyone is welcome to participate: 1. Bring your favourite quotation 2. Know the source 3. Make your mark on our revitalized branch!

Saturday, January 27, 2018 12-4pm Chinguacousy Branch

Family Day Monday, February 19, 2018 All branches are open from 1-5pm

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Best

MARCH BREAK Ever!

All ages Game On! Hands on Exotics Imaginary Balloon World STEM Station WonderPhil Birth – 5 years Alphabet Bingo Family Storytimes 6 – 12 years 100 Cup Challenge Book Bingo Days of Medieval Knights For 6-8 years: Do Superheroes Sink or Swim?

For 8-12 years: Kids Studio Orientation For 9-12 years: Crime Scene Science 101 Green Screen It! LEGO® Mania Marble Run Parachute Challenge Spring into Native Plants Teens Film in a Day

presented by the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) & the Brampton Community Health Centre

Sphero Battlebots Teen Trivia Challenge

Please refer to Calendar of Events at bramptonlibrary.ca for full details.

Middle Years

Middle Years Programs for 6-12 years

LEGO® Mania

Kids

6-12 years

Discovery Club 6-12 years

Science + Technology + Engineering + Math = STEM! Earn STEM badges for a chance to win a prize. Registration by phone or in person at any branch is required.

Mondays Gore Meadows 6:30-8pm Thursdays Mount Pleasant Village 6:30-8pm

South Fletcher's 6:30-8pm Saturdays Mount Pleasant Village 1:30-3pm

South Fletcher's 1:30-3pm

Cyril Clark 2-3:30pm

Four Corners 2:30-4pm

Gore Meadows 2-3:30pm Springdale 2-3:30pm Chinguacousy (canceled Jan. 27) 3-4:30pm

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

Tuesdays Springdale (starts Feb. 6) 6:30-7:30pm Wednesdays Gore Meadows 6:30-7:30pm Thursdays Cyril Clark 7-8pm Sundays Mount Pleasant Village 1:30-2:30pm

Jan. 14 & 28; Feb. 11 & 25; Mar. 25

Jan. 14 & 28; Feb. 11 & 25; Mar. 25

South Fletcher's

1:30-2:30pm

Cyril Clark 2-3pm

Four Corners 2-3pm Chinguacousy (canceled Mar. 25) 3-4pm

LEGO® Robotics 9-12 years

Learn how to build and program a robot using LEGO® Mindstorms in ths 4-week series. A LEGO® kit will be available for you to work with each week. On the final day, invite your family and friends to see your LEGO® robot in action!

Registration by phone or in person at any branch is required.

Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22 Mar. 7, 14, 21, 28

Four Corners Chinguacousy

6:30-8pm 6-7:30pm

Please note: Schedules are subject to change during Family Day and March Break. Check our website for the most up-to-date information.

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PA Days at STEM Station 6-12 years

Unleash your inner inventor as you experiment with coding, robotics, circuits and more!

Jan. 22 Mount Pleasant Village 1:30-2:30pm

South Fletcher's 1:30-2:30pm

Cyril Clark 2-3pm

Four Corners 2-3pm

Gore Meadows 2-3pm Chinguacousy 3-4pm Feb. 9 Mount Pleasant Village 1:30-2:30pm

South Fletcher's 1:30-2:30pm

Cyril Clark 2-3pm

Four Corners 2-3pm

Gore Meadows 2-3pm Springdale 2-3pm Chinguacousy 3-4:30pm

French Homework Help

Partner

Do you need help with your French homework?

Join us at our French Homework Club, offered in partnership with Canadian Parents for French.

Chinguacousy Chinguacousy

All Ages

Play to learn! Spelling, math, strategy —these are more than just board games. Drop in with family or friends for some free play.

Gore Meadows & Springdale Sundays at 2-3pm Mount Pleasant Village & South Fletcher's Jan. 7, 21; Feb. 4, 18; Mar. 4, 18 at 1:30-2:30pm Cyril Clark Mar. 10 & 17 at 11am-12pm

Grades 4-7

Tuesdays Thursdays

Game On!

Chinguacousy Jan. 21; Mar. 25 at 3-4:30pm

5:30-8pm 5:30-8pm

Special thanks to Zonta Club of Peel!

On the occasion of International Women's Day, we are pleased to launch Zonta's donation of new materials for a younger audience that feature themes that support equity for women.

Stop by any branch on or after March 8 to borrow these great new books.

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Teens

Teens Open Teen Library Council (TLC) Meeting

Teen Meetup Teens

Teens

What do YOU want to do at your library? Make it happen! Join Teen Library Council to develop leadership skills and have fun designing weekly meetups with other teens from your community.

Want to find out more? Come to any open meeting listed below to learn more about joining.

Mondays

Four Corners

6-7pm

Jan. 8; Feb. 5; Mar. 5

Mount Pleasant Village 6:30-7:30pm

Tuesdays

Chinguacousy & Cyril Clark

Jan. 8; Feb. 7

Jan. 9; Feb. 6; Mar. 6

6-7pm

Wednesdays Mount Pleasant Village 6:30-7:30pm

Mar. 7

Thursdays

Gore Meadows

Fridays

6-7pm

Jan. 11; Feb. 1; Mar. 1

South Fletcher's

4-5pm

Jan. 12; Feb. 2; Mar. 2

Thursdays Springdale

6-7pm

Feb. 8; Mar. 1

Film in a Day Teens

Thursday, March 15, 2018 10am-4:30pm Chinguacousy

Drop-in to your favourite branch library for teenplanned, teen-focused meetups every week.

Mondays

Four Corners

Mount Pleasant Village 7:30-8:30pm

Tuesdays

Chinguacousy & Cyril Clark

Jan. 8 & 15; Feb. 5, 12, 26 Mar. 5, 19, 26

7-8pm

Jan. 8 & 15; Feb. 5, 12, 26; Mar. 5, 19, 26

Jan. 9 & 16; Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27; Mar. 6, 20, 27

7-8pm

Wednesdays Mount Pleasant Village 7:30-8:30pm

Mar. 7, 21, 28

Thursdays

Gore Meadows

Jan. 11,18; Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22; Mar. 1, 8, 22, 29

7-8pm

Springdale

Feb. 8, 15, 22; Mar. 1, 8, 22, 29

7-8pm

Fridays

South Fletcher's

5-6pm

Jan. 12, 19; Feb. 2, 9, 16, 23; Mar. 2, 9, 23, 30

Free workshop! Participate in making a film from start to finish in just one day during March Break. A light lunch will be served.

Registration by phone or in person at any branch is required.

Partners

*This film will be screened on Saturday, March 31 at 3pm at Chinguacousy.

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General Interest

General Interest Programs & special events for all ages

Careers & Finances

Technology

Cryptocurrency/Bitcoin Meetup

Bring Your Own Device: WhatsApp

Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are making the news. What are they and how do they work? This program will help you network with others who are interested in these new forms of currency and learn from each other. How does cryptocurrency fit in with the history of money? What is this revolutionary technology and how can you start using Bitcoin?

Learn how to communicate long distance for free with WhatsApp. Participants must bring a tablet or smartphone to participate. Registration by phone or in person at any branch is required.

19+ years

Jan. 7 Feb. 11 Mar. 11

Chinguacousy Chinguacousy Chinguacousy

19+ years

3-4:30pm 3-4:30pm 3-4:30pm

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. Registration by phone or in person at any branch is required.

Cyril Clark Mount Pleasant Village

6:30-8pm 6:30-8pm

Please note: Schedules are subject to change during Family Day and March Break. Check our website for the most up-to-date information.

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Chinguacousy Four Corners Four Corners Four Corners

7-8:30pm 7-8:30pm 7-8:30pm 7-8:30pm

Computer Basics and Beyond: 4-week Session 19+ years

How to Start a Small Business

Feb. 22 Mar. 20

Jan. 25

Feb. 7 Mar. 21

January – March 2018

Learn basic mouse and keyboard skills, how to use the Internet, email and word processing. Must attend all four sessions to receive a certificate of participation. Registration by phone or in person at any branch is required. See Newcomers section for Hindi, Punjabi and Urdu speakers only.

February Sessions Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22 Gore Meadows 10:30am-12pm

Chinguacousy 7-8:30pm Feb. 2, 9, 16, 23 Four Corners 3-4:30pm Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28 Mount Pleasant Village 6:30-8pm

South Fletcher's 6:30-8pm March Sessions Mar. 1, 8, 15, 22 Gore Meadows 10:30am-12pm

Chinguacousy 7-8:30pm Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23 Four Corners 3-4:30pm Mar. 5, 12, 19, 26 Mount Pleasant Village 6:30-8pm

South Fletcher's 6:30-8pm Mar. 7, 14, 21, 28 Cyril Clark 6:30-8pm bramptonlibrary.ca

General Interest

e-Learning: Educate Yourself for Free 19+ years

Take a course for free and learn at your own pace to advance your career, update your skills and add to your resume. Gale Courses and Lynda.com are e-Learning resources available free to Brampton Library cardholders. Registration by phone or in person at any branch is required.

Jan. 11 Jan 17 Jan. 18 Jan. 31 Feb. 14 Mar. 7 Mar. 29

Chinguacousy Four Corners Gore Meadows Four Corners Four Corners Four Corners Gore Meadows

7-8:30pm 2-3:30pm 10:30am-12pm 7-8:30pm 7-8:30pm 7-8:30pm 10:30am-12pm

Your free

DIGITAL LIBRARY

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 by phone or in person at any branch is required.

Jan. 11 Jan. 18 Jan. 29 Feb. 26 Feb. 28 Mar. 28

Gore Meadows Chinguacousy Cyril Clark Cyril Clark Four Corners Four Corners

10:30am-12pm 7-8:30pm 7-8:30pm 7-8:30pm 2-3:30pm 7-8:30pm

Get Social with Facebook 19+ years

We will get you started on this popular social platform: help you set up an account, find friends and share pictures. Registration by phone or in person at any branch is required.

Jan. 11 Feb. 21 Jan. 25 Mar. 29

Four Corners Four Corners Gore Meadows Four Corners

7-8:30pm 7-8:30pm 10:30am-12pm 7-8:30pm

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 what to look for when installing apps and software. Registration by phone or in person at any branch is required.

Feb. 5 Mar. 5

Cyril Clark Cyril Clark

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Did you know?

Brampton Library members can download and access FREE digital products in all of these categories?

Visit bramptonlibrary.ca and click on any button to find out more!

7-8:30pm 7-8:30pm

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General Interest

Innovation Zone Please proceed with great ideas!

Chinguacousy and Springdale makerspaces are open during Library hours. Equipment (high quality 3D printers, scanners, and more) is available for use.

makerspacebrampton.ca

for program dates, locations, and registration details

Partners

Curious about MakerSpace?

Want to get started?

MakerSpace Orientation 14+ years

Join us for a general introduction to the tools and equipment available and learn the basics of 3D printing and vinyl cutting. New members are always welcome. Registration by phone or in person at any branch is required.

Jan. 22 Feb. 22 Feb. 24 Mar. 19

Chinguacousy Springdale Chinguacousy Chinguacousy

7-8:30pm 7-8:30pm 2-3:30pm 6:30-8pm

3D Printing for Cosplay Replicas and Props with Shop3D.ca 14+ years

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to own a Lightsaber, become your favourite Avenger, or display an Overwatch character's weapon? In Part 1 of this program learn how to get started and view print demonstrations with Ultimakers. Part 2 explores how to make your 3D prints more realistic with these finishing touches: sanding, bodyfilling, molding and painting.

Register at makerspacebrampton.ca

Drop-in 3D Printing All Ages

Print 3D plastic objects designed by you! Get started by setting up an account and taking the tutorials at tinkercad.com. Drop-in to Four Corners Branch to learn how to print your creation. Please bring your own laptop, mouse and USB, if possible, or borrow a Chromebook from our limited supply.

Saturdays

Four Corners

10am-1pm

Feb. 24 (Part 1) Chinguacousy 10:30am-12:30pm Mar. 10 (Part 2) Chinguacousy 10:30am-12:30pm

Please note: Be sure to check makerspacebrampton.ca for new makerspace programs added after our press date.

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Sheridan Presents Drop-In 3D Printing All Ages

Explore 3D printing and modelling with Sheridan College experts. Beginners can join at 4pm for an introduction to 3D modeling software and printing using MakerBots. Already familiar with 3D printing? Drop-in for free access to the printers!

Tuesdays

Four Corners

4-7pm

Tech Talks: Cloud Computing 19+ years

Introduction to 3D Modelling with TinkerCAD 14+ years

Learn the basics of creating and manipulating 3D objects in TinkerCAD, a free, browser-based application. Also learn how you can access 3D printers at Brampton Library to print your creation.

Participants must have an email address.

Jan. 16 Feb. 20 Mar. 20

Chinguacousy Gore Meadows Springdale

6:30-7:30pm 6:30-7:30pm 6:30-7:30pm

Guest speaker David Tank, a Manager for Corporate Analytics at SPS Commerce, walks us through some high level components of cloud computing, while speaking directly to the benefits and disadvantages of one the most exciting emerging patterns available, Serverless Computing. It allows you to build small applications that can be immensely scalable without worry about infrastructure. Included will also be a demo showing how easy it is to get started with a Serverless Application using Node and AWS Lambda.

Feb. 22

Chinguacousy

6:30-8:30pm

celebrating diverse authors and stories in historic downtown brampton

May 3–6, 2018

thefoldcanada.org

bramptonlibrary.ca

the Festival of literary diversity

@theFold_

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Memoirs Writing Group

Reading & Writing

19+ years

Author Events Local Author Talk 19+ years

Local Author Michael Robert Dyet 'The Metaphor Guy' is a novelist, short story writer, closet philosopher and chronicler of life’s mysteries. Join us for his talk and readings from his recent short story collection Hunting Muskie: Rites of Passage.

Feb. 12

Cyril Clark

7-8:30pm

Writing Workshops Black History Month: Black Art as Affirming to Black Bodies + Open Mic 19+ years

A writing workshop affirming messages in musical, literary and visual art by black artists and re-imagining these messages through poetry.

The event finishes with a one-hour Open Mic! Registration by phone or in person at any branch is required.

Feb. 18

Chinguacousy

1-4:30 pm

Brampton Writers' Guild 19+ years

Writers! Brampton Writers' Guild is ready to help you achieve your goals. Participants are welcome and encouraged to attend the regular monthly meeting of the Brampton Writers' Guild which starts immediately after the workshops at 7pm.

Write for details at bramptonwg@rogers.com.

Jan. 11 Feb. 8 Mar. 8

Four Corners Four Corners Four Corners

6:30-9pm 6:30-9pm 6:30-9pm

Members of the Memoirs Writing Group come together to share written memories of their past, including family history, travel experiences, special events, personal reflections, occupations, hobbies, etc. For further information please contact Mary Coyle at 905.846.0687. Registration by phone or in person at any branch is required.

Wednesdays Four Corners

Jan 10, 24; Feb. 7, 21; Mar. 7, 21

2-4pm

The Writers’ Circle 13+ years

An informal writing workshop that is a safe space for writers of different backgrounds and genres to create new works, complete unfinished works and get feedback on ideas. Open to youth and adults. Facilitated by Spoken Word Artist and Arts Educator Lamoi.

Jan. 18 Feb. 15 Mar. 15

Four Corners Four Corners Four Corners

Write Now: FOLD-Interactive Writing Workshop

7-8:30pm 7-8:30pm 7-8:30pm

Partner

19+ years

Write Now is a writing workshop for emerging and established writers. The event is streamed on Facebook Live but there are also a limited number of spaces for the LIVE EVENT. An ASL interpreter will be at the live event and will be captured in the video footage. Included is a 45-minute writing lesson and 60 minutes of quiet writing time. There is room for discussion in the last 15 minutes of the event followed by a postevent discussion on Twitter. Registration required with FOLD. Jan. 21 Mar. 25

Chinguacousy Chinguacousy

2-4pm 2-4pm

Brampton Library is proud to support MagnusCards, a free app created specifically for people with Autism and other cognitive special needs.

Help someone you care for get a library card, use the self-checkout, return items, browse the catalogue, or use the calendar of events. Get the app!

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Book Clubs Registration by phone or in person at any branch is required.

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.

Jan. 13 Feb. 10 Mar. 10

Chinguacousy Chinguacousy Chinguacousy

2-5pm 2-5pm 2-5pm

Punjabi Writers Book Club 19+ years

Meet Punjabi authors and discuss their books and books you have written. This program is presented in collaboration with Punjabi Kalman Da Kafla.

Jan. 27 Feb. 24 Mar. 31

Chinguacousy Chinguacousy Chinguacousy

2-5pm 2-5pm 2-5pm

Up for Discussion Book Clubs 19+ years

Read and discuss the book of the month and find common bonds through books. Registration opens February 5, 2018.

Join us monthly!

Mar. 5 Cyril Clark Mar. 7 Chinguacousy Mar. 15 Four Corners

1-3pm 10am-12pm 2-4pm

Congratulations to Farzana Doctor whose book Six Metres of Pavement, published

by Dundurn Press, won One Book One Brampton 2017!

2018 Shortlist Announcement At the FOLD wrap-up on Sunday, May 7 3:30-4:30pm we will announce the finalists —read, discuss, and vote for your favourite!

2018 Winner Announcement Join Brampton Library's Adult Summer Reading Club to attend the After Hours Book Bash on Friday, August 17, where the winner will be revealed...

Connections Art & Book Club Read and discuss the book & see the exhibit!

Literature and visual art connect, intersect, and reflect in this distinctive book club. Our librarian leads the discussion of this month's selection Through a Dog's Eyes by Jennifer Arnold. A tour of the PAMA exhibit Beyond Sit & Stay: Dogs in our Service will follow. Known as our best friends, dogs serve us in many ways and fulfill many important functions, including search & rescue, detection, therapy and security. Learn more about working dogs and their human partners.

Thursday, March 8 7-8:30 pm Peel Art Gallery + Museum and Archives, 9 Wellington Street East, Brampton Pick up a copy of the book at our Four Corners Branch.

Registration starts February 1, 2018. bramptonlibrary.ca

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Special Interest Colouring and Conversation 19+ years

Get creative and de-stress at the same time! You don't have to be an expert or an artist. Just take out your pencils and start colouring.

Jan. 3 Mar. 16

Chinguacousy Chinguacousy

7-8:30pm 3-4:30pm

Register for After Hours Study Hall at Chinguacousy and Gore Meadows

Library Pals 19+ years

This drop in program is specifically designed for adults with intellectual disabilities, offering an opportunity to learn, socialize and find community while exploring a library branch and the services offered.

Jan. 29 Feb. 14 Feb. 26 Mar. 7 Mar. 26

Need more time?

Gore Meadows Cyril Clark Gore Meadows Cyril Clark Gore Meadows

10-11am 2-3pm 10-11am 2-3pm 10-11am

January 13 – March 31, 2018 • Open to Brampton Library members— ask staff how to become a member • Register in person or by phone during Library hours for each day’s Study Hall • Call 905.793.4636 x74205 for Chinguacousy and 905.793.4636 x74700 for Gore Meadows • Bring your Library card every time you register and to enter After Hours Study Hall

Sit 'n' Stitch Meetup 19+ years

Learn the fundamentals of crochet, bring your knitting, work on current projects, and share ideas with the group. Experts will be on hand every week from the Perpetual Bazaar to answer questions. Supplies can be provided to get you started.

Thursdays

Four Corners

PASS

2-4pm

Wills and Power of Attorney

Did you know?

Participants will learn about estate planning, wills, powers of attorney and basic documentation requirements with lawyer Suzanne Deliscar.

Registration by phone or in person at any branch is required.

Brampton Library members can borrow free passes to the Peel Art Gallery Museum + Archives and Toronto Conservation Authority sites. Ask staff for details on how to experience and explore locally and across Ontario.

19+ years

Jan. 30 Feb. 13

Chinguacousy Gore Meadows

1:30-3pm 1:30-3pm

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Audio Recording Studio & Programs at Chinguacousy Open to Brampton Library members.

Details at Chinguacousy Branch service desk. Registration by phone or in person at any branch is required.

Audio Recording Studio Orientation 13+ years

A required introduction to available equipment and software and an explanation of guidelines for studio use.

Sundays 1-2:30pm Mondays 2:30-4pm Fridays (Kids only on Mar. 16) 3-4:30pm Saturdays 10-11:30am

Kids Audio Recording Studio Orientation 8-12 years

An introduction to laying down tracks in the Audio Recording Studio. Spoken word, music, vocals: learn how to use the equipment and produce on the spot. Parents and guardians must remain in the Library during the session.

Mar. 16

3-4:30pm

Sound Advice & Studio Hacks 13+ years

Do you want your audio tracks to sound different, or just better? Spend time with a sound editing expert to get advice on enhancing your tracks and learn tips and tricks for Pro Tools 12. Have all your questions answered to take full advantage of this one-of-a-kind library space!

Wednesdays

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Newcomers

Newcomers Changes to Citizenship Law: New Application requirements

Computer Basics and Beyond: 4-week Session for Hindi, Punjabi and Urdu (HPU) speakers only

19+ years

Come to learn about Canadian citizenship eligibility criteria, calculating time in Canada and Citizenship practice test resources. Registration required.

Jan. 18 Feb. 15

South Fletcher's Chinguacousy

3:30-5pm 3:30-5pm

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.

Jan. 9 Jan. 16 Jan. 23 Feb. 13 Feb. 20 Feb. 27 Mar. 13 Mar. 20 Mar. 27

Chinguacousy South Fletcher's Mount Pleasant Village Chinguacousy South Fletcher's Mount Pleasant Village Chinguacousy South Fletcher's Mount Pleasant Village

1-4pm 1-4pm 1-4pm 1-4pm 1-4pm 1-4pm 1-4pm 1-4pm 1-4pm

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19+ years

Learn basic mouse and keyboard skills, how to use the Internet, email and word processing. Must attend all four sessions to receive a certificate of participation. Registration required. See General Interest section for Computer Basics and Beyond in English.

February Sessions Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22 Chinguacousy Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27 South Fletcher's Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28 Gore Meadows

2:30-4pm 6:30-8pm 2:30-4pm

March Sessions Mar. 1, 8, 15, 22 Chinguacousy Mar. 6, 13, 20, 27 South Fletcher's Mar. 7, 14, 21, 28 Gore Meadows

2:30-4pm 6:30-8pm 2:30-4pm

Newcomer Connections Meet with settlement counselors at Chinguacousy, South Fletcher's, Gore Meadows and Mount Pleasant Village.

Coming soon to Springdale! bramptonlibrary.ca

Newcomers

English Conversation Circle

Newcomer Women's Circle

Practice to improve your English speaking skills.

This is a Library Settlement Partnerships program.

Share your ideas and viewpoints on issues that arise when settling in a new country. This is a Library Settlement Partnerships Program.

19+ years

Mondays Gore Meadows

Mount Pleasant Village Tuesdays Chinguacousy Wednesdays South Fletcher's

19+ years

4-5:30pm 4-5:30pm 4-5:30pm 4-5:30pm

Jan. 11 Feb. 8 Mar. 8

Chinguacousy Chinguacousy Chinguacousy

4-5pm 4-5pm 4-5pm

Free Low Cost Subsidized Resources in Brampton

Smart Shopping Tips: How to manage your budget

Newcomers to Canada are invited to learn about where to find free, low cost or subsidized resources for newcomers to Canada. Registration by phone or in person at any branch is required.

If you want to be a smart shopper and save, this session is for you. You will learn about:

19+ years

Mar. 21

Chinguacousy

3:30-5pm

Newcomer Seniors Group 19+ years

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.

Jan. 29 Feb. 26 Mar. 26

Gore Meadows Gore Meadows Gore Meadows

5:30-6:30pm 5:30-6:30pm 5:30-6:30pm

19+ years

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Returns policies & restocking fees Price adjustments, warranties & coupons Food recall alerts & price matching Cooling off period & scanning code of practice Cash backs, rebates & rain checks

Registration by phone or in person at any branch is required.

Mar. 20

South Fletcher's

3:30-5pm

Taxes in Canada: What Newcomers Need to Know 19+ years

Come to learn about the Canadian Tax System and all about your tax return. Registration required.

Jan. 18

Chinguacousy

3:30-5pm

Did you know?

The Cultural Access Pass offers free admission to a wide range of attractions to Canadians in their first year of citizenship. Call 647.302.0320 or 647.302.0989 for details. In partnership with the Institute of Canadian Citizenship. bramptonlibrary.ca

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Especially for Seniors

Especially for Seniors Senior Series

e-Learning: Educate Yourself for Free

Seniors are invited to join us every month for FREE programs planned with them in mind!

Drop in, meet new people and enjoy a variety of speakers, live performances and more.

ActHeal 60+ years

ActHeal is a proven program designed for seniors' well-being. Improve balance, strength and flexibility; better manage stress and anxiety and make new friends! Register at actheal2018.eventbrite.com or call 905.463.9941.

Jan. 23

Gore Meadows

10:15-11:30am

Tuesdays

Chinguacousy

10:15-11:30am

Starts Jan. 30, canceled Mar. 13

Brampton Animal Services 60+ years

Find out about services, positions and have your questions answered.

Feb. 27

Chinguacousy

1:30-3pm

60+ years

Get into online learning! Take a course for free and learn at your own pace to update your skills and expand your options. Gale Courses and Lynda.com are free online resources available to Brampton Library members. Click the eLearning button at bramptonlibrary.ca for more information.

Feb. 6 Feb. 20

Cyril Clark Mount Pleasant Village

1:30-3pm 1:30-3pm

Gardening for Birds, Butterflies and Beyond 60+ years

Helping the environment starts in your own backyard. Join Toronto & Region Conservation to learn how to create beautiful landscape features that attract and protect native species, such as Monarch butterflies, nesting songbirds and hummingbirds. Participants will receive a free copy of the Creating Habitat guide.

Registration by phone or in person at any branch is required.

Mar. 6

Cyril Clark

1:30-3pm

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Senior Series (continued)

When I Die: Financial Planning for Life and Death

In the Footsteps of the Group of Seven and Tom Thomson 60+ years

Sue and Jim Waddington have been on a quest to locate the places that inspired the Group of Seven and Tom Thomson. They compared 600+ photographs and painting sites with corresponding artwork. They will discuss how they find the painting sites and what they have learned about the painters.

Mar. 27

Chinguacousy

1:30-3pm

Top Native Plants for Your Green Yard 60+ years

60+ years

Join author Garry Duncan as he discusses his book. Make sure the financial affairs for you and your loved ones are in order.

Jan. 16

Mount Pleasant Village

1:30-3pm

Wills and Powers of Attorney 60+ years

Participants will learn about estate planning, wills, powers of attorney and basic documentation requirements with lawyer Suzanne Deliscar.

Registration by phone or in person at any branch is required.

Jan. 30

Chinguacousy

1:30-3pm

Join Credit Valley Conservation to learn how to add colour, diversity and curb appeal with the top locally native plants that are right for your home landscape. Resources include detailed plant lists as well as design suggestions and ideas.

Mar. 20

Mount Pleasant Village 1:30-2:30pm

Senior Library Council 60+ years

The purpose is to advise Brampton Library of seniors’ issues and concerns, help to fulfill their needs and respond to their interests. Meet people, learn new things, help plan events, brainstorm program ideas and make a positive difference in your community.

Monthly at Chinguacousy – Jan. 16, Feb. 20 & Mar. 20 1:30-3pm

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Make the most of

your membership 7 branches across Brampton

Borrow books, movies, magazines, free passes to parks, museums and other attractions

Download ebooks, music, digital magazines, and other digital items

Play & Learn storytimes, programs, MakerSpace workshops, board games, online courses

Access computers and WiFi

Discover & Explore get reading advice or guidance tracking down any topic

Relax or Study quiet spaces for reading, working or reflecting

We

culture

events, author visits, and Brampton History

Programs, courses & special events for all ages and interests – dates, times and locations are listed online and on our branch calendars

905.793.4636 bramptonlibrary.ca