Brantford Public Library

Brantford Public Library Two branches, two kiosks, and a large digital collection available for free for Brantford, Brant, Six Nations, and Cambridge. www.brantfordlibrary.ca

Library memberships are free for all residents of Brantford, Brant County and Six Nations - along with anyone who works in Brantford. Members get access to:
-Downloadable eBooks
-Downloadable Audiobooks
-More than 7,000 digital magazines and newspapers
-LinkedIn Learning
-Ancestry.com
-Books and DVDs
- Coding and STEM tools
-WiFi hotspots
-Access to historical Toronto Star and Globe and Mail arti

cles
-Grant Connect
- Children's learning tablets...and much more! Our Main Branch in downtown Brantford also has an extensive local history collection, a dedicated MakerSpace, a Digital Media Lab and quiet study rooms. Every year, more than 30,000 people of all ages attend Library programs and events, including guest talks from acclaimed authors, free summer tutoring for children and summer reading contests for people of all ages.

📚🌿 June is National Indigenous History Month!This month, we invite you to explore books and resources that celebrate the...
06/01/2026

📚🌿 June is National Indigenous History Month!

This month, we invite you to explore books and resources that celebrate the history, heritage, cultures, and diverse voices of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples.

Discover stories that inspire learning, understanding, and connection. Visit the Library catalogue to find great reads for all ages:
https://tinyurl.com/39m6j8sd

The back entrance of the Main Branch (on Water/Wharfe Street) will be closed for 6-8 weeks, starting on June 1. Customer...
06/01/2026

The back entrance of the Main Branch (on Water/Wharfe Street) will be closed for 6-8 weeks, starting on June 1.

Customers are asked to use the Colborne Street entrance.

A call button has been installed at the back entrance to support customers with accessibility needs.

The closure is one part of a security pilot program, to enhance safety in the Library.

We apologize for the inconvenience and thank you for your patience.

As part of the City of Brantford's Gen Connect initiative, we’re excited to present PA Day Buttons & Family Flicks drop-...
05/31/2026

As part of the City of Brantford's Gen Connect initiative, we’re excited to present PA Day Buttons & Family Flicks drop-in event featuring the classic family favourite, The Sandlot! ⚾

Before the movie, stop by the children’s area to make your own custom button and help bring the throwback vibes to life!

📆 June 5
🟣 Button Making: 2:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
🎥 Movie: 2:30 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.
📍 Main Branch
🍿 Popcorn provided!

Rated PG | Runtime: 100 minutes

(May contain some material not suitable for young children. Caregivers, please use your discretion.)

Happy birthday, City of Brantford! 🎈🥳🎂On this date in 1877, the City of Brantford was officially incorporated — making t...
05/31/2026

Happy birthday, City of Brantford! 🎈🥳🎂

On this date in 1877, the City of Brantford was officially incorporated — making this year the city’s 149th birthday!

Discover more about Brantford’s fascinating history by visiting the Local History Room at our Main Branch or exploring local history resources on our website:
https://www.brantfordlibrary.ca/Modules/History/

Calling all crafters! 🧶✨Join the St. Paul Crafters Circle on the first and third Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. at the...
05/30/2026

Calling all crafters! 🧶✨

Join the St. Paul Crafters Circle on the first and third Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. at the St. Paul Branch.

Bring your knitting, crocheting, or other portable craft projects and enjoy an evening of creativity and conversation with fellow crafters — no registration required!

05/30/2026

Our staff ❤️ to read — and they’re back with some great book recommendations for adults! 📚✨

From page-turning fiction to fascinating non-fiction, these picks are sure to inspire your next great read.

Today's picks include:
📕 Meet the Newmans by Jennifer Niven
📘 Exiles by Mason Coile
📗 Named of the Dragon by Susanna Kearsley
📙 Cold by Drew Hayden Taylor

Be sure to add them to your to-be-read pile and visit our catalogue to place a hold:
https://brantford.bibliocommons.com/v2/list/display/71807141/3033675098

Celebrate Pride Month with creativity and connection! 🌈Pick up a FREE take-and-make kit and create your own Pride friend...
05/29/2026

Celebrate Pride Month with creativity and connection! 🌈

Pick up a FREE take-and-make kit and create your own Pride friendship bracelet. Follow along with our YouTube tutorial for step-by-step instructions.

📅 June 2
⏰ 9:30 a.m.
📍 Main & St. Paul Branches

Kits will be available beginning at 9:30 a.m. while supplies last. Quantities are limited.

The warm weather has us dreaming of pool days! ☀️💦This week’s Friday Flashback takes us back to swimming lessons at Earl...
05/29/2026

The warm weather has us dreaming of pool days! ☀️💦

This week’s Friday Flashback takes us back to swimming lessons at Earl Haig Park in the 1960s. 🏊

Dive into more memories of our community by exploring the Brantford Public Library Digital Archive: https://vitacollections.ca/brantforddigitalarchives/search

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173 Colborne Street
Brantford, ON
N3T2G8

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