Appy Hour Cafe

Appy Hour Cafe! A monthly social drop-in that covers most of the material in Appy Hour, plus one dedicated subject to learn about! All that, plus a cup of coffee! Check out our branches or website for a list of tops covered over the months. The Appy Hour Cafe schedule is: Sept 24th-26th-  What to […]

Reading Buddies

Timothy Findley Memorial Library (Cannington) 38 Laidlaw Street South, Cannington

Reading buddies is a brand new program located at our Timothy Findley Branch in Cannington. This is a wonderful program to allow children to read in French or English to our staff and volunteers. Every Tuesday we will accommodate and encourage young readers to focus on the art of literature. Please call, email or visit […]

PJ Movie Night

Sunderland Branch 41 Albert Street South, Sunderland

Sunderland branch hosts a family pajama movie night on the second Tuesday of the month. Cuddle up with your blankie and stuffie and enjoy a relaxing before bed 'G' rated movie. We will supply refreshments but if you have a favourite movie snack please feel free to bring your own. If you have any questions […]

CANCELLED – Dice Knights (until Apr 6/20)

Sunderland Branch 41 Albert Street South, Sunderland

So many games so little time!  Each Wednesday,  join other role-playing game enthusiasts for Dungeons and Dragons and more! This program is facilitated by community members with guidance from our library staff. Ages 11+ Any questions please contact sambrown@brocklibraries.ca

Dice Knights (D&D with Stewart)

Beaverton Branch 401 Simcoe Street, Beaverton

So many games so little time!  Schedule Thursdays,  join other role-playing game enthusiasts for Dungeons and Dragons and more! This program is facilitated by community members with guidance from our library staff. Ages 11+ For more information, please email jeannefaria@brocklibraries.ca 

Writing Workshop with Ruth Walker

Sunderland Branch 41 Albert Street South, Sunderland

Ruth is an editor, author and writing coach. She will facilitate a beginner's writing workshop at BTPL. Ruth describes the events of the evening as follows: My talk would be a bit about how I got started & published -- and a general discussion/Q&A on inspiration, markets & publishing today. There would be at least […]

Indie Author Day

Sunderland Branch 41 Albert Street South, Sunderland

Brock Libraries is devoting a day to independent authors at our Sunderland branch.  This is a celebration of Ontario Public Library Week. Doors open @ 10:00 am to welcome enthusiasts, authors, shoppers, and speakers all-encompassing the independent author industry. Did you self-publish your book using Kobo or Amazon?  Have you used vanity publishing to share […]

Elder Mediation Workshop

Join us at the Beaverton Branch on Tuesday, November 5, 2019, from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. for a  presentation from Sally Morgan of Vive! Mediation Inc. Sally will discuss how a mediator can support you and your family and why Elder Mediation is of benefit. Register for this FREE workshop by calling or visiting any […]

PJ Movie Night

Sunderland Branch 41 Albert Street South, Sunderland

Starting in Fall 2019  Sunderland branch will be hosting a family pajama movie night on the second Tuesday of the month. Cuddle up with your blankie and stuffie and enjoy a relaxing before bed 'G' rated movie. We will supply refreshments but if you have a favourite movie snack please feel free to bring your […]

Book Sculpture Work Shop

Beaverton Branch 401 Simcoe Street, Beaverton

Join Katherine in our Beaverton Branch to learn how to make beautiful creations from discarded books.  This workshop will run two consecutive Thursdays in order for you to complete your finished project. This is a 'free' adult program and preregistration is required.  Please email katherinejohnson@brocklibraries.ca to register or find out more information about this 'first-time' […]

Friend’s Book Sale

Timothy Findley Memorial Library (Cannington) 38 Laidlaw Street South, Cannington

The Cannington Friend's of the Library welcomes the community to their bi-annual book sale. All items are by donation only.  Please email jolenemunro@brocklibraries.ca for more information. Please note the date change. This was originally planned for November 9th but moved to the 30th to coincide with the Cannington Santa Claus parade.    

STEAM Saturdays – Registration Required

Beaverton Branch 401 Simcoe Street, Beaverton

BEAVERTON - 3D PRINTER Children of all ages can enjoy different activities on Saturday's that involve Science, Technology, Arts, Engineering, and Mathematics. Our student assistants will help children create, learn and problem solve while making great fun.  All branches will be participating each Saturday. Please register by calling or visiting your local branch to ensure […]

Santa Visit

Timothy Findley Memorial Library (Cannington) 38 Laidlaw Street South, Cannington

Santa joins us at each branch to celebrate the holiday season.  This is an entertaining, interactive program that children of all ages will enjoy. After the sing-a-long presentation please stay and have pictures taken with Jolly Ol' St. Nick. December 4th Cannington:  10:30 December 5th Sunderland 3:30 December 6th - Beaverton 10:30 (may be held […]

Santa Visit

Sunderland Branch 41 Albert Street South, Sunderland

Santa joins us at each branch to celebrate the holiday season.  This is an entertaining, interactive program that children of all ages will enjoy. After the sing-a-long presentation please stay and have pictures taken with Jolly Ol' St. Nick. December 4th Cannington:  10:30 December 5th Sunderland 3:30 December 6th - Beaverton 10:30 (may be held […]

Santa Visit

Beaverton Branch 401 Simcoe Street, Beaverton

Santa joins us at each branch to celebrate the holiday season.  This is an entertaining, interactive program that children of all ages will enjoy. After the sing-a-long presentation please stay and have pictures taken with Jolly Ol' St. Nick. December 4th Cannington:  10:30 December 5th Sunderland 3:30 December 6th - Beaverton 10:30 (Beaverton Town Hall) […]

PJ Movie Night

Sunderland Branch 41 Albert Street South, Sunderland

Sunderland branch hosts a family pajama movie night on the second Tuesday of the month. Cuddle up with your blankie and stuffie and enjoy a relaxing before bed 'G' rated movie. We will supply refreshments but if you have a favourite movie snack please feel free to bring your own. If you have any questions […]

Plant a Seed…Grow a Reader!

Brock Libraries and The Nourish and Develop Foundation have teamed up to bring you a series of themed reading sessions exploring the foods we love! During storytime, explore our garden and kitchen from the comfort of your own home. Join us Fridays at 10:30 a.m. on Zoom to cultivate friendships, nourish minds, and have lots […]

Online Mat Yoga

Explore different styles of Yoga in this playful practice while developing flexibility in body and mind.  This program is appropriate for all skill levels. A mat is required. For more information or to request a Zoom registration invitation, please email melissadavis@brocklibraries.ca For instructions on how to access Zoom, please visit https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362193-Joining-a-Meeting

Muse: community-led and online

Do you write; poetry, short stories, or music? Are you interested in sharing and honing your craft with like-minded others? Consider checking out this group that meets monthly via Zoom. Participants receive feedback and encouragement in a warm and supportive setting. Artwork, music, written and spoken word are all welcome contributions in this virtual space […]

The People in Your Neighbourhood

You and your little ones can participate in weekly virtual tours around our community! Meet people in our favourite places for a behind the scenes tour! This program uses the Zoom platform. To request an invitation to participate in these sessions, please email melissadavis@brocklibraries.ca