Love of Reading & Writing

Book Clubs

Connections: Art and Book Club 19+ years

Literature and visual art connect, intersect, and reflect in this distinctive book club. Enjoy a virtual tour of PAMA's Simon Hughes exhibit (https:// www.peelregion.ca/pama/simon-hughes/), exploring the artist's Canadian-themed narrative paintings, then join us to discuss Our Homesick Songs by Emma Hooper at our online meeting. A PAMA staff member will be on hand to talk about the exhibit. Registration required.* After registration, library staff will contact participants to schedule curbside pickup for the book and participants will receive a link to join the program via email. September 24 7-8:30pm

LGBTQ2S+ Book Club 19+ years

All are welcome to join us for this virtual book club featuring titles with LGBTQ2S+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer, 2 Spirit) themes or written by authors who identify as such. In partnership with Moyo Health Clinic & Community Services, our monthly online meetings will feature Our Own Private Universe by Robin Talley in September and We Have Always Been Here: A Queer Muslim Memoir by Samra Habib in October. Registration required.* After registration, library staff will contact participants to schedule curbside pickup for the book. Participants will receive a link to join the program via email. Brampton Library strives to contribute to a culture that recognizes diversity and fosters social inclusion. In this book club, ideas can be communicated while following our collective responsibility to uphold safer spaces for community members. For more information about our Diversity and Inclusion Policy, please visit bramptonlibrary.ca. September 29, October 28 7-8:30pm

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bramptonlibrary.eventbrite.ca Punjabi Writers Book Club 19+ years

Calling all Punjabi authors! Enjoy this opportunity to come together online, network and discuss your books. This program is presented in collaboration with Punjabi Kalman Da Kafla and will take place via Webex. To register, please contact Kulwinder Khehra at kulwinderkhehra@gmail.com or call 647.407.1955. September 26, October 31 1:30-4:30pm

Up for Discussion Book Clubs 19+ years

Join our conversation about the book of the month and find common bonds through books. You'll read and enjoy books that you might not otherwise have considered. October’s pick is Immigrant City by David Bezmozgis! Select one of two meeting dates to join the conversation at your convenience. Registration required.* After registration, library staff will contact participants to schedule curbside pickup for the book and participants will receive a link via email to join the meeting. October 19 October 21 2-3:30pm 7-8:30pm

LOCAL AUTHORS Showcase 2021

Submission Deadline extended to November 30, 2020

Visit bramptonlibrary.ca for details.