Have you ever wanted to learn chess?  Here’s an opportunity to learn the game, or to practice the skills that you already have. A member of the Brantford Chess Club will offer basic  instruction and tips on how to improve your game. Just drop-in! 

For newcomers to Canada, 18 years and older, who want to improve their English speaking skills and make new friends. A partnership of YMCA Immigrant Settlement Services – YMCA of Hamilton/Burlington/Brantford and Brantford Public Library, supported by Citizenship and Immigration Canada. Registration required. 
Call 519-752-4568 ext. 3645 for information.

Note: Program runs until December 18th and then resumes on January 8. 

Are you interested in tracing your family tree but unsure where to start? Or perhaps you've hit a brick wall in your research. We are here to help! The BPL Genealogy Club meets monthly - just drop in! 

Join us for pleasant conversation about some great books. Everyone is welcome.

We will be discussing:

Jan. 31 - The Great Alone, by Kristen Hannah

Feb. 28 - Alias Grace, by Margaret Atwood

Mar. 28 - Every Note Played, by Lisa Genova

Apr. 25 - Behold the Dreamers, by Imbolo Mbue

May 30 - Educated, by Tara Westover

Contact arowe@brantford.library.on.ca for more information and to register.

For newcomers to Canada, 18 years and older, who want to improve their English speaking skills and make new friends. A partnership of YMCA Immigrant Settlement Services – YMCA of Hamilton/Burlington/Brantford and Brantford Public Library, supported by Citizenship and Immigration Canada. Registration required. 
Call 519-752-4568 ext. 3645 for information.

Note: Program runs until December 18th and then resumes on January 8. 

Have you ever wanted to learn chess?  Here’s an opportunity to learn the game, or to practice the skills that you already have. A member of the Brantford Chess Club will offer basic  instruction and tips on how to improve your game. Just drop-in! 

For newcomers to Canada, 18 years and older, who want to improve their English speaking skills and make new friends. A partnership of YMCA Immigrant Settlement Services – YMCA of Hamilton/Burlington/Brantford and Brantford Public Library, supported by Citizenship and Immigration Canada. Registration required. 
Call 519-752-4568 ext. 3645 for information.

Note: Program runs until December 18th and then resumes on January 8. 

The St. Paul Readers’ Circle meets on the third Friday of the month at 2:00 p.m. at the St. Paul Avenue Branch. 

We will be discussing:  

Jan. 18 - The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane, by Lisa See

Feb. 15 - Behold the Dreamers, by Imbolo Mbue

Mar. 15 - Little Fires Everywhere, by Celeste Ng

May 17 - Bel Canto, by Ann Patchett

Jun. 21 - Every Note Played, by Lisa Genova

Contact Robin for more information at: rharding@brantford.library.on.ca.