“Story Starters” for Beginning Writers Workshop
Yearning to write but unsure how to begin? Join award winning author and educator Lucy Black for this two-part virtual writing workshop designed for novice writers. Form new writing friendships and share ideas with other creative minds in a relaxed and supportive environment. Lucy will take you back to the […]
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Fraud Awareness Online Seminar
Are you a senior or caregiver in Brock Township? Seniors are often targeted by frauds and scams in our community. Being aware of common frauds and scams is your best defence to protect yourself from becoming a victim. Durham Regional Police (DRPS)’s Detective Constable Martin Franssen will host an online Fraud […]
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Library Parade Committee
This is a great opportunity to be a part of your community in a very fun and exciting way. We are looking for volunteers of all ages including kids (6 years old +), teens, adults and seniors! This is a great opportunity for teens to earn volunteer hours. Volunteers will: […]
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Winter Owl Paint Night
Paint along with us from the comfort of your own living room in an easy, step-by-step virtual tutorial with instructions.
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Together We Read: Oct 18th-31st
Check out this book by a Toronto author, available immediately with no holds on Libby!
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Cosplay Club
Join us for our virtual Cosplay Club meet-ups from the comfort of your own home! We will discuss how to bring your favourite characters to life by using sewing, crafting, makeup, and role-playing. Cosplay Club is for teens ages 14-18 years and meets on the last Saturday of the month […]
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Storybook Pumpkin Contest
Registration for this program is now full- thank you for your interest! We are growing a virtual storybook pumpkin patch, and we need your help! Decorate a pumpkin to look like one of your favourite book characters, and send us a picture to put on Brock Library’s Facebook Pumpkin Patch! […]
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History Talk with Dr. Kyle Falcon
Spirits, Psychics, and Angels: How the Great War Haunted the British Empire Between 1914 and 1918, over 900,000 men from the British Empire were killed in the Great War. Half of these men have no known grave, their bodies eviscerated by shell fire or buried in successive artillery bombardments. In […]
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Pumpkin Needle Felting Workshop
Our apologies – this class is now full and registration is closed Pumpkin Needle Felting Workshop for Adults Learn the craft of needle felting in this online workshop facilitated by Mariposa Woolen Mill. Participants will create two small felted pumpkins in this hour-long workshop. NOTE: this class is for adults only […]
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Family Colouring Contest!
It is back to school time and we are excited to be hosting a family colouring contest with Forget-me-not-ALPACAS to celebrate! In one of our favourite books, The Alpactory, the alpacas help you pick and pack all the right things. What would you have them back for you for a […]
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Author Visit with Terry Fallis!
A two-time winner of the Stephen Leacock Memorial Medal for Humour, Terry is a uniquely warm and engaging speaker. Whether you are a faithful Fallis follower or new to his writing, you are sure to enjoy his presentation as much as his novels! Thursday, September 30, 2021 @ 6:30 p.m. […]
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Superstar Storytellers Summer Series – Jess Keating, Aron Nels Steinke & Katy Farina
Wow! Yippee! Unbelievable! Durham and York Region public libraries have teamed up to bring your family an exciting author visit series!! Four spectacular virtual children’s author visits taking place throughout the summer starting July 6, 2021 at 4:30 p.m. Click here for details and registration
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Emily Park
Wanting to get outside and practice your canoeing skills? Check out Emily Provincial Park! Wanting to get outside and practice your canoeing skills? Emily Provincial Park is less than an hour’s drive from Brock and a perfect place to canoe, even for beginners! Many unique frogs and birds can be […]
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Sibbald Point
Looking for a day trip and to spend some time outdoors? Try Sibbald Park Provincial Park! Sibbald Point Provincial Park is less than 30 minutes away from Brock. This park has easy hiking trails, bike paths along Lake Simcoe and sandy beaches to get some sun and go for a […]
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