Paint the Town

Songs & Stories at Springdale

Thu, Mar 06, 10:30am - 11:00am

Four Corners - Children's Area

Let's get every child ready to read! Bring your family to this interactive storytime where we'll share some of our favourite songs and play together to promote early learning. Everyone is welcome.

Library Pals

Thu, Mar 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Gore Meadows - Program Room 3

This drop-in program is specifically designed for adults with intellectual disabilities.

Thu, Mar 06, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Springdale - Multipurpose Room 1

This program helps enhance caregiver/child attachment through developmentally appropriate activities and encourages language development and social--emotional interaction.

Thu, Mar 06, 11:00am - 11:30am

Mount Pleasant Village - Children's Area

Let's get moving! Toddlers and their grownups are invited to join us to learn through reading, singing, and playing.

Thu, Mar 06, 11:00am - 11:30am

Cyril Clark - Children's Area

Let's get moving! Toddlers and their grownups are invited to join us to learn through reading, singing, and playing.

Technology Basics 102 – Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu

Thu, Mar 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Four Corners

Join us to socialize and enjoy needlework together. All skill levels are welcome to take part in this community program!

Thu, Mar 06, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Gore Meadows - Program Room 3

After completing Technology Basics 101, join us for our next 4-week series of computer skills in Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu, covering the basics of word processing, spreadsheets, and presentations.

Registration is now closed

Thu, Mar 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Mount Pleasant Village - Program Room 2

Join weekly to practice English skills. Call Jigna 416-700-9299, Alizeh 647-302-0370, Asiya 647-302-0989 or email services@bmccentre.org for details.

Thu, Mar 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Gore Meadows - Children's Area

Imagine, build, create! Engineer your very own creation, meet other LEGO® fans, and work together to create a masterpiece.

Katie Longboat: Beading Workshop

Thu, Mar 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

South Fletcher's - Program Room

Imagine, build, create! Engineer your very own creation, meet other LEGO® fans, and work together to create a masterpiece.

Rescheduled

Thu, Mar 06, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

New date Wednesday, March 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Mount Pleasant Village

In this special program about Truth and Reconciliation, Katie Longboat will share traditional beading practices and techniques. Registration Required.

Thu, Mar 06, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Gore Meadows

Appointments are one hour and must be booked in advance. Email events@bramptonlibrary.ca to secure your spot.

Thu, Mar 06, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Chinguacousy - Children's Area

Let's get every child ready to read! Bring your family to this interactive storytime where we'll share some of our favourite songs and play together to promote early learning. Everyone is welcome.

Thu, Mar 06, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

South West

Science + technology + engineering + art + math = STEAM! Participate in fun STEAM challenges every week. You'll receive codewords to enter in our online challenge for the chance to win prizes.

Family Time at Four Corners

Thu, Mar 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Cyril Clark - Children's Area

Imagine, build, create! Engineer your very own creation, meet other LEGO® fans, and work together to create a masterpiece.

Music & Movement

Fri, Mar 07, 10:00am - 11:00am

Gore Meadows - Children's Area

An interactive music and dance program for parents and young children helps children develop physical coordination, social skills, and creative expression, in cooperation with BridgeWay Family Centre.

Fri, Mar 07, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Four Corners - Auditorium

Held in cooperation with BridgeWay Family Centre EarlyON, this program offers music, story, and creative time for children to enjoy together and with their parents/caregivers.

Fri, Mar 07, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Mount Pleasant Village - Children's Area

A free early learning program offered in partnership with Child Development Resource Connection Peel EarlyON. Registered Early Childhood Educators are available to connect and answer questions.

Toddler Music & Movement at Chinguacousy

Fri, Mar 07, 10:30am - 12:00pm

South Fletcher's

Building on the skills learned in Technology Basics 101, this 4-week series covers the basics of word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation creation. Registration required.

This event is full

Fri, Mar 07, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Chinguacousy - Children's Area

Sing, dance, and have fun! Singing helps kids learn words and express themselves, dancing releases energy and promotes health.

Fri, Mar 07, 11:00am - 11:30am

Cyril Clark - Children's Area

It's never too early to promote healthy brain development through reading, singing, and playing!

Fri, Mar 07, 11:00am - 11:30am

Springdale - Children's Area

It's never too early to promote healthy brain development through reading, singing, and playing!

Fri, Mar 07, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Chinguacousy - Children's Area

It's never too early to promote healthy brain development through reading, singing, and playing!

Sat, Mar 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

Cyril Clark - Children's Area

Let's get every child ready to read! Bring your family to this interactive storytime where we'll share some of our favourite songs and play together to promote early learning. Everyone is welcome.

Sat, Mar 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

South Fletcher's - Program Room

Let's get every child ready to read! Bring your family to this interactive storytime where we'll share some of our favourite songs and play together to promote early learning. Everyone is welcome.

Sat, Mar 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Gore Meadows - Children's Area

Let's get every child ready to read! Bring your family to this interactive storytime where we'll share some of our favourite songs and play together to promote early learning. Everyone is welcome.

Brampton Coffee 'n' Code

Sat, Mar 08, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Springdale - Multipurpose Room 1

Share ideas or problems and connect with local programmers of all experience levels at this casual coding meetup.

Sat, Mar 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Gore Meadows - Program Room 3

Science + technology + engineering + art + math = STEAM! Participate in fun STEAM challenges every week. You'll receive codewords to enter in our online challenge for the chance to win prizes.

Sat, Mar 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

South Fletcher's - Program Room

Science + technology + engineering + art + math = STEAM! Participate in fun STEAM challenges every week. You'll receive codewords to enter in our online challenge for the chance to win prizes.

Sat, Mar 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Springdale - Multipurpose Room 1

Science + technology + engineering + art + math = STEAM! Participate in fun STEAM challenges every week. You'll receive codewords to enter in our online challenge for the chance to win prizes.

Sat, Mar 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Cyril Clark - Program Room

Science + technology + engineering + art + math = STEAM! Participate in fun STEAM challenges every week. You'll receive codewords to enter in our online challenge for the chance to win prizes.

Sat, Mar 08, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Chinguacousy - Program Room A

Science + technology + engineering + art + math = STEAM! Participate in fun STEAM challenges every week. You'll receive codewords to enter in our online challenge for the chance to win prizes.

Sat, Mar 08, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Four Corners - Auditorium

Science + technology + engineering + art + math = STEAM! Participate in fun STEAM challenges every week. You'll receive codewords to enter in our online challenge for the chance to win prizes.

Sat, Mar 08, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Mount Pleasant Village

Science + technology + engineering + art + math = STEAM! Participate in fun STEAM challenges every week. You'll receive codewords to enter in our online challenge for the chance to win prizes.

Sat, Mar 08, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

South West - Program Room

Science + technology + engineering + art + math = STEAM! Participate in fun STEAM challenges every week. You'll receive codewords to enter in our online challenge for the chance to win prizes.

Sat, Mar 08, 6:00pm - 10:00pm

Springdale

After Hours Study Hall will be offered on Saturdays and Sundays from 6-10pm at our Springdale (10705 Bramalea Rd) Four Corners (65 Queen St E) and Gore Meadows (10150 The Gore Road) branches.

Sat, Mar 08, 6:00pm - 10:00pm

Four Corners

After Hours Study Hall will be offered on Saturdays and Sundays from 6-10pm at our Springdale (10705 Bramalea Rd) Four Corners (65 Queen St E) and Gore Meadows (10150 The Gore Road) branches.

Sat, Mar 08, 6:00pm - 10:00pm

Gore Meadows

After Hours Study Hall will be offered on Saturdays and Sundays from 6-10pm at our Springdale (10705 Bramalea Rd) Four Corners (65 Queen St E) and Gore Meadows (10150 The Gore Road) branches.

Sun, Mar 09, All day

South West

Drop in with your friends or meet other local gamers for some gaming on the Nintendo Switch.

Sun, Mar 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Cyril Clark - Program Room

Visit the Library for a series of cup stacking challenges.

Sun, Mar 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Cyril Clark - Children's Area

Imagine, build, create! Engineer your very own creation, meet other LEGO® fans, and work together to create a masterpiece.

LEGO® Mania & Game On!

Sun, Mar 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Four Corners - Children's Area

Play to learn!

Sun, Mar 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

South Fletcher's - Program Room

Imagine, build, create! Engineer your very own creation, meet other LEGO® fans, and work together to create a masterpiece.

Sun, Mar 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Springdale - Children's Area

Imagine, build, create! Engineer your very own creation, meet other LEGO® fans, and work together to create a masterpiece.

Sun, Mar 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

South West

Bingo with library flair — a favourite!

Sun, Mar 09, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Mount Pleasant Village - Children's Area

Play to learn! Spelling, math, and strategy are all involved in these favourite board games. Drop in with your friends for free play.

Sun, Mar 09, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Gore Meadows - Children's Area

Play to learn! Spelling, math, and strategy are all involved in these favourite board games. Drop in with your friends for free play.

Sun, Mar 09, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Chinguacousy

Imagine, build, create! Engineer your very own creation, meet other LEGO® fans, and work together to create a masterpiece.

Sun, Mar 09, 6:00pm - 10:00pm

Springdale

After Hours Study Hall will be offered on Saturdays and Sundays from 6-10pm at our Springdale (10705 Bramalea Rd) Four Corners (65 Queen St E) and Gore Meadows (10150 The Gore Road) branches.

Sun, Mar 09, 6:00pm - 10:00pm

Four Corners

After Hours Study Hall will be offered on Saturdays and Sundays from 6-10pm at our Springdale (10705 Bramalea Rd) Four Corners (65 Queen St E) and Gore Meadows (10150 The Gore Road) branches.

Sun, Mar 09, 6:00pm - 10:00pm

Gore Meadows

After Hours Study Hall will be offered on Saturdays and Sundays from 6-10pm at our Springdale (10705 Bramalea Rd) Four Corners (65 Queen St E) and Gore Meadows (10150 The Gore Road) branches.

Mon, Mar 10, 10:30am - 11:15am

Gore Meadows

Prepare to be amazed as Magic Ian dazzles with incredible illusions, mind-boggling tricks, and interactive fun. Space is limited. Please pick up your free tickets 30 minutes before the program starts.

Little Engineers

Mon, Mar 10, 10:30am - 11:30am

Springdale - Multipurpose Room 1

Explore early Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics through songs, stories, and hands-on play. Space is limited. Please pick up your free tickets 30 minutes before the program starts.

Dinosaur Adventures

Mon, Mar 10, 10:30am - 11:30am

Cyril Clark - Children's Area

Journey back to the Mesozoic era when dinosaurs reigned supreme. Space is limited. Please pick up your free tickets 30 minutes before the program starts.

Mon, Mar 10, 11:00am - 11:30am

Chinguacousy - Children's Area

It's never too early to promote healthy brain development through reading, singing, and playing!

Mon, Mar 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm

South Fletcher's - Program Room

Visit the Library for a series of cup stacking challenges.

Mon, Mar 10, 11:00am - 11:30am

Four Corners - Children's Area

Let's get moving! Toddlers and their grownups are invited to join us to learn through reading, singing, and playing.

Mon, Mar 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

South Fletcher's - Program Room

Bingo with library flair — a favourite!

Mon, Mar 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Springdale - Children's Area

Visit the Library for a series of cup stacking challenges.

Mon, Mar 10, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Four Corners - Auditorium

Embark on an exciting journey with Hands-On Exotics' Jurassic Adventure, featuring a variety of reptiles, mammals, and birds. Free tickets will be available 30 minutes before the program starts.

Mon, Mar 10, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Mount Pleasant Village

Bingo with library flair — a favourite!

Creative Lab (Chinguacousy)

Mon, Mar 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Digital Library (Virtual Only)

Join weekly to practice English skills. Call Jigna 416-700-9299, Alizeh 647-302-0370, Asiya 647-302-0989 or email services@bmccentre.org for details.

Mon, Mar 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Chinguacousy

Learn to use the library’s makerspace equipment for a variety of projects. All skill levels are welcome. Registration required.

This event is full

Enroute 2 Success Chess Games

Mon, Mar 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Cyril Clark - Children's Area

Play to learn! Spelling, math, and strategy are all involved in these favourite board games. Drop in with your friends for free play.

Mon, Mar 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Gore Meadows - Program Room 3

BlPOC youth are welcome to play board games with Enroute 2 Success and Brampton Library!

Mon, Mar 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Gore Meadows - Children's Area

Let's get every child ready to read! Bring your family to this interactive storytime where we'll share some of our favourite songs and play together to promote early learning. Everyone is welcome.

Mon, Mar 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Mount Pleasant Village - Children's Area

Imagine, build, create! Engineer your very own creation, meet other LEGO® fans, and work together to create a masterpiece.

Tue, Mar 11, All day

South West

Drop in with your friends or meet other local gamers for some gaming on the Nintendo Switch.

Tue, Mar 11, 10:30am - 11:30am

Gore Meadows - Children's Area

It's never too early to promote healthy brain development through reading, singing, and playing!

Alphabet Bingo

Tue, Mar 11, 10:30am - 11:30am

Four Corners - Children's Area

Read, sing, and play while we learn the alphabet! Free tickets will be available 30 minutes before the program starts.

Tue, Mar 11, 10:30am - 11:00am

South Fletcher's - Children's Program Room

It's never too early to promote healthy brain development through reading, singing, and playing!

Tue, Mar 11, 10:30am - 11:30am

Springdale - Multipurpose Room 1&2

Embark on an exciting journey with Hands-On Exotics' Jurassic Adventure, featuring a variety of reptiles, mammals, and birds. Free tickets will be available 30 minutes before the program starts.

Tue, Mar 11, 10:30am - 11:15am

Mount Pleasant Village - Children's Area

Tue, Mar 11, 11:00am - 11:30am

Cyril Clark - Children's Area

Let's get every child ready to read! Bring your family to this interactive storytime where we'll share some of our favourite songs and play together to promote early learning. Everyone is welcome.

Tue, Mar 11, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Mount Pleasant Village

Tue, Mar 11, 11:45am - 12:45pm

Springdale

Embark on an exciting journey with Hands-On Exotics' Jurassic Adventure, featuring a variety of reptiles, mammals, and birds. Free tickets will be available 30 minutes before the program starts.

Commissioner of Oaths

Tue, Mar 11, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Gore Meadows

Get your documents verified and attested before a Commissioner of Oaths for free. Call 416-518-3472 to book an appointment. This service is provided in partnership with Achēv. Registration required.

Tue, Mar 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Springdale - Multipurpose Room 1

Join weekly to practice English skills. Call Jigna 416-700-9299, Alizeh 647-302-0370, Asiya 647-302-0989 or email services@bmccentre.org for details.

Family Time

Tue, Mar 11, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Mount Pleasant Village - Children's Area

A free early learning program offered in partnership with Child Development Resource Connection Peel EarlyON. Registered Early Childhood Educators are available to connect and answer questions.

Tue, Mar 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Cyril Clark - Program Room

Bingo with library flair — a favourite!

Mini Golf in the Library

Tue, Mar 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Four Corners - Auditorium

Work together to design and build a nine hole mini golf course in the library. Free tickets will be available 30 minutes before the program starts.

Alphabet Bingo

Tue, Mar 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Gore Meadows - Children's Area

Read, sing, and play while we learn the alphabet! Free tickets will be available 30 minutes before the program starts.

Mini Golf in the Library

Tue, Mar 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

South Fletcher's - Program Room

Work together to design and build a nine hole mini golf course in the library. Free tickets will be available 30 minutes before the program starts.

Teen Game Night

Tue, Mar 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Gore Meadows - Program Room 3

Unwind, learn, and sharpen your strategy skills playing new games, beloved classics, or your own games with friends.

Tue, Mar 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

South Fletcher's - Program Room

Play to learn! Spelling, math, and strategy are all involved in these favourite board games. Drop in with your friends for free play.

Tue, Mar 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Gore Meadows

Appointments are one hour and must be booked in advance. Email events@bramptonlibrary.ca to secure your spot.

Tue, Mar 11, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Mount Pleasant Village

Building on the skills learned in Technology Basics 101, this 4-week series covers the basics of word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation creation. Registration required.

Registration is now closed

Tue, Mar 11, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Springdale - Children's Area

Let's get every child ready to read! Bring your family to this interactive storytime where we'll share some of our favourite songs and play together to promote early learning. Everyone is welcome.

Tue, Mar 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

South West

Visit the Library for a series of cup stacking challenges.

Wed, Mar 12, All day

South West

Drop in with your friends or meet other local gamers for some gaming on the Nintendo Switch.

Wed, Mar 12, 10:30am - 11:15am

Cyril Clark

Wed, Mar 12, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Gore Meadows - Program Room 3

Building on the skills learned in Technology Basics 101, this 4-week series covers the basics of word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation creation. Registration required.

Registration is now closed

CBT Anxiety & Depression Group with Queen Square

Wed, Mar 12, 10:30am - 11:30am

South West

Bingo with library flair — a favourite!

Technology Basics 101

Wed, Mar 12, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Springdale - Program Room

A 4-week series of basic computer skills including mouse and keyboard, internet access, and email. Registration required.

Registration is now closed

Wed, Mar 12, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Four Corners - Auditorium

Join Queen Square's 8-session CBT Group for anxiety and depression. Gain insights, learn coping strategies, and practice essential skills. Open to all with a physician referral.

Wed, Mar 12, 11:00am - 11:30am

South Fletcher's - Children's Program Room

Let's get moving! Toddlers and their grownups are invited to join us to learn through reading, singing, and playing.

Wed, Mar 12, 12:15pm - 1:15pm

Gore Meadows - Program Room 2

Join weekly to practice English skills. Call Jigna 416-700-9299, Alizeh 647-302-0370, Asiya 647-302-0989 or email services@bmccentre.org for details.

Wed, Mar 12, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Chinguacousy

Join us to socialize and enjoy needlework together. All skill levels are welcome to take part in this community program!

Storytime Adventures with Fairytale Princesses

Wed, Mar 12, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Mount Pleasant Village - Children's Area

A free early learning program offered in partnership with Child Development Resource Connection Peel EarlyON. Registered Early Childhood Educators are available to connect and answer questions.

Wed, Mar 12, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

South Fletcher's

Join Snow White, Aurora, and Rapunzel for a special storytime! Space is limited.

Brampton Library Writers

Wed, Mar 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Four Corners - Auditorium

Come and share written memories of your past, including family history, travel experience, special events, personal reflections, occupations, hobbies, etc.

STEM Station

Wed, Mar 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Four Corners - Children's Area

Unleash your inner inventor, engineer, or scientist by experimenting with coding, robotics, circuits, and more!

Wed, Mar 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Gore Meadows - Program Room 3

Explore electricity by creating simple circuits and switches with paper, copper tape, LEDs, and batteries for your own design! Pick up your free tickets 30 minutes before the program starts.

Mini Golf in the Library

Wed, Mar 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Springdale - Multipurpose Room 1

Work together to design and build a nine hole mini golf course in the library. Free tickets will be available 30 minutes before the program starts.

Wed, Mar 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Cyril Clark - Program Room

Explore electricity by creating simple circuits and switches with paper, copper tape, LEDs, and batteries for your own design! Pick up your free tickets 30 minutes before the program starts.

Wed, Mar 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Cyril Clark

Join weekly to practice English skills. Call Jigna 416-700-9299, Alizeh 647-302-0370, Asiya 647-302-0989 or email services@bmccentre.org for details.

Wed, Mar 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Gore Meadows - Children's Area

Play to learn! Spelling, math, and strategy are all involved in these favourite board games. Drop in with your friends for free play.

Teen Escape Games (Using Unlock!)

Wed, Mar 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

South Fletcher's - Program Room

Let's get every child ready to read! Bring your family to this interactive storytime where we'll share some of our favourite songs and play together to promote early learning. Everyone is welcome.

Wed, Mar 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Chinguacousy

Can you use clues and solve puzzles to escape?

Wed, Mar 12, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

Mount Pleasant Village - Children's Area

Let's get every child ready to read! Bring your family to this interactive storytime where we'll share some of our favourite songs and play together to promote early learning. Everyone is welcome.

Wed, Mar 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Springdale - Children's Area

Imagine, build, create! Engineer your very own creation, meet other LEGO® fans, and work together to create a masterpiece.

Black Family Support Program

Thu, Mar 13, All day

South West

Drop in with your friends or meet other local gamers for some gaming on the Nintendo Switch.

Film in a Day

Thu, Mar 13, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Chinguacousy - Program Room A

Dive into the art of filmmaking! In partnership with Film in a Day, teens will enjoy this opportunity to create a film from start to finish. Registration required.

Thu, Mar 13, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Gore Meadows

Children (ages 0-12) play and explore, as parents learn about resources and share experiences. Held in partnership with Malton Neighbourhood Services Black Family Support Program (BFSP).

Storytime Adventures with the Steelheads

Thu, Mar 13, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Four Corners - Auditorium

Meet Brampton Steelheads hockey players, enjoy an exciting storytime, and participate in hockey-related activities.Please pick up your free tickets 30 minutes before the program starts.

Songs & Stories at Springdale

Thu, Mar 13, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Springdale - Multipurpose Room 1

This program helps enhance caregiver/child attachment through developmentally appropriate activities and encourages language development and social--emotional interaction.

Thu, Mar 13, 11:00am - 11:30am

Mount Pleasant Village - Children's Area

Let's get moving! Toddlers and their grownups are invited to join us to learn through reading, singing, and playing.

Thu, Mar 13, 11:00am - 11:30am

Cyril Clark - Children's Area

Let's get moving! Toddlers and their grownups are invited to join us to learn through reading, singing, and playing.

Little Engineers

Thu, Mar 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Gore Meadows - Children's Area

Explore early Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics concepts through songs, stories, and hands-on play. Ticketed Event.

Thu, Mar 13, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

South West

Embark on an exciting journey with Hands-On Exotics' Jurassic Adventure, featuring a variety of reptiles, mammals, and birds. Free tickets will be available 30 minutes before the program starts.

Little Engineers

Thu, Mar 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Cyril Clark - Children's Area

Explore early Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics concepts through songs, stories, and hands-on play. Please pick up your free tickets 30 minutes before the program starts.

Thu, Mar 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Four Corners

Join us to socialize and enjoy needlework together. All skill levels are welcome to take part in this community program!

Thu, Mar 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Four Corners - Children's Area

Bingo with library flair — a favourite!

Thu, Mar 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

South Fletcher's - Program Room

Explore electricity by creating simple circuits and switches with paper, copper tape, LEDs, and batteries for your own design! Pick up your free tickets 30 minutes before the program starts.

Technology Basics 102 – Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu

Thu, Mar 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Springdale - Multipurpose Room 1

Bingo with library flair — a favourite!

Thu, Mar 13, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Gore Meadows - Program Room 3

After completing Technology Basics 101, join us for our next 4-week series of computer skills in Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu, covering the basics of word processing, spreadsheets, and presentations.

Registration is now closed

Thu, Mar 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Mount Pleasant Village - Program Room 2

Join weekly to practice English skills. Call Jigna 416-700-9299, Alizeh 647-302-0370, Asiya 647-302-0989 or email services@bmccentre.org for details.

Thu, Mar 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Gore Meadows - Children's Area

Imagine, build, create! Engineer your very own creation, meet other LEGO® fans, and work together to create a masterpiece.

Thu, Mar 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

South Fletcher's - Program Room

Imagine, build, create! Engineer your very own creation, meet other LEGO® fans, and work together to create a masterpiece.

Thu, Mar 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Gore Meadows

Appointments are one hour and must be booked in advance. Email events@bramptonlibrary.ca to secure your spot.

Henna Workshop with Quin Singh

Thu, Mar 13, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Chinguacousy - Children's Area

Let's get every child ready to read! Bring your family to this interactive storytime where we'll share some of our favourite songs and play together to promote early learning. Everyone is welcome.

Thu, Mar 13, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Mount Pleasant Village

Learn about the rich history of henna, explore design techniques, and practice creating your own unique henna art. All materials will be provided. Registration and a signed waiver are required.

Thu, Mar 13, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

South West

Science + technology + engineering + art + math = STEAM! Participate in fun STEAM challenges every week. You'll receive codewords to enter in our online challenge for the chance to win prizes.

Teen Game Night

Thu, Mar 13, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Springdale - Multipurpose Room 1

Unwind, learn, and sharpen your strategy skills playing new games, beloved classics, or your own games with friends.

Thu, Mar 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Cyril Clark - Children's Area

Imagine, build, create! Engineer your very own creation, meet other LEGO® fans, and work together to create a masterpiece.

Rescheduled

Pride Book Club

Thu, Mar 13, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

New date Thursday, March 20, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Mount Pleasant Village

All are welcome to join us for this book club featuring titles written by 2SLGBTQ+ (2 spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer) authors.

Family Time at Four Corners

Fri, Mar 14, All day

South West

Drop in with your friends or meet other local gamers for some gaming on the Nintendo Switch.

Music & Movement

Fri, Mar 14, 10:00am - 11:00am

Gore Meadows - Children's Area

Fri, Mar 14, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Four Corners - Auditorium

Held in cooperation with BridgeWay Family Centre EarlyON, this program offers music, story, and creative time for children to enjoy together and with their parents/caregivers.

Fri, Mar 14, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Mount Pleasant Village - Children's Area

A free early learning program offered in partnership with Child Development Resource Connection Peel EarlyON. Registered Early Childhood Educators are available to connect and answer questions.

Toddler Music & Movement at Chinguacousy

Fri, Mar 14, 10:30am - 12:00pm

South Fletcher's

Building on the skills learned in Technology Basics 101, this 4-week series covers the basics of word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation creation. Registration required.

This event is full

Fri, Mar 14, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Chinguacousy - Children's Area

Sing, dance, and have fun! Singing helps kids learn words and express themselves, dancing releases energy and promotes health.

Fri, Mar 14, 11:00am - 11:30am

Cyril Clark - Children's Area

It's never too early to promote healthy brain development through reading, singing, and playing!

Astronomy in Action: Planetarium

Fri, Mar 14, 11:00am - 11:30am

Springdale - Children's Area

It's never too early to promote healthy brain development through reading, singing, and playing!

Fri, Mar 14, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Springdale

Launch into an immersive, 15 minute space experience in the Planetarium! Please pick up your free tickets 30 minutes before the program starts.

Teen Meetup:

Fri, Mar 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Cyril Clark - Program Room

Make a magnet with Perler beads and show off your personality with your own patterns. Registration Required.

Fri, Mar 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Gore Meadows - Children's Area

Bingo with library flair — a favourite!

Fri, Mar 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Four Corners - Auditorium

Visit the Library for a series of cup stacking challenges.

Fri, Mar 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

South West

Explore electricity by creating simple circuits and switches with paper, copper tape, LEDs, and batteries for your own design! Pick up your free tickets 30 minutes before the program starts.

Fri, Mar 14, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Chinguacousy - Children's Area

It's never too early to promote healthy brain development through reading, singing, and playing!

Fri, Mar 14, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Mount Pleasant Village

Visit the Library for a series of cup stacking challenges.

Sat, Mar 15, All day

South West

Drop in with your friends or meet other local gamers for some gaming on the Nintendo Switch.

Sat, Mar 15, 10:30am - 11:30am

Chinguacousy - Program Room A

Embark on an exciting journey with Hands-On Exotics' Jurassic Adventure, featuring a variety of reptiles, mammals, and birds. Free tickets will be available 30 minutes before the program starts.

Sat, Mar 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

Cyril Clark - Children's Area

Let's get every child ready to read! Bring your family to this interactive storytime where we'll share some of our favourite songs and play together to promote early learning. Everyone is welcome.

Sat, Mar 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

South Fletcher's - Program Room

Let's get every child ready to read! Bring your family to this interactive storytime where we'll share some of our favourite songs and play together to promote early learning. Everyone is welcome.

Sat, Mar 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Gore Meadows - Children's Area

Let's get every child ready to read! Bring your family to this interactive storytime where we'll share some of our favourite songs and play together to promote early learning. Everyone is welcome.

Learn Python

Sat, Mar 15, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Springdale - Multipurpose Room 1

Learn the basics of Python code in this two-week workshop for beginners. Registration required*

Sat, Mar 15, 11:45am - 12:45pm

Chinguacousy - Program Room A

Embark on an exciting journey with Hands-On Exotics' Jurassic Adventure, featuring a variety of reptiles, mammals, and birds. Free tickets will be available 30 minutes before the program starts.

Hindi Writers Guild

Sat, Mar 15, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Springdale - Multipurpose Room 2

In collaboration with the Hindi Writers Guild, we discuss books written by famous authors, recite poetry and ghazals, and read stories in Hindi.

Sat, Mar 15, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Gore Meadows - Program Room 3

Science + technology + engineering + art + math = STEAM! Participate in fun STEAM challenges every week. You'll receive codewords to enter in our online challenge for the chance to win prizes.

Sat, Mar 15, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

South Fletcher's - Program Room

Science + technology + engineering + art + math = STEAM! Participate in fun STEAM challenges every week. You'll receive codewords to enter in our online challenge for the chance to win prizes.

Sat, Mar 15, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Springdale - Multipurpose Room 1

Science + technology + engineering + art + math = STEAM! Participate in fun STEAM challenges every week. You'll receive codewords to enter in our online challenge for the chance to win prizes.

Sat, Mar 15, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Cyril Clark - Program Room

Science + technology + engineering + art + math = STEAM! Participate in fun STEAM challenges every week. You'll receive codewords to enter in our online challenge for the chance to win prizes.

Sat, Mar 15, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Chinguacousy - Program Room A

Science + technology + engineering + art + math = STEAM! Participate in fun STEAM challenges every week. You'll receive codewords to enter in our online challenge for the chance to win prizes.

Sat, Mar 15, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Four Corners - Auditorium

Science + technology + engineering + art + math = STEAM! Participate in fun STEAM challenges every week. You'll receive codewords to enter in our online challenge for the chance to win prizes.

Sat, Mar 15, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Mount Pleasant Village

Science + technology + engineering + art + math = STEAM! Participate in fun STEAM challenges every week. You'll receive codewords to enter in our online challenge for the chance to win prizes.

Sat, Mar 15, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

South West - Program Room

Science + technology + engineering + art + math = STEAM! Participate in fun STEAM challenges every week. You'll receive codewords to enter in our online challenge for the chance to win prizes.

Sat, Mar 15, 6:00pm - 10:00pm

Springdale

After Hours Study Hall will be offered on Saturdays and Sundays from 6-10pm at our Springdale (10705 Bramalea Rd) Four Corners (65 Queen St E) and Gore Meadows (10150 The Gore Road) branches.

Registration opens Monday, March 10 2025 at 9:00am

Sat, Mar 15, 6:00pm - 10:00pm

Four Corners

After Hours Study Hall will be offered on Saturdays and Sundays from 6-10pm at our Springdale (10705 Bramalea Rd) Four Corners (65 Queen St E) and Gore Meadows (10150 The Gore Road) branches.

Registration opens Monday, March 10 2025 at 9:00am

Sat, Mar 15, 6:00pm - 10:00pm

Gore Meadows

After Hours Study Hall will be offered on Saturdays and Sundays from 6-10pm at our Springdale (10705 Bramalea Rd) Four Corners (65 Queen St E) and Gore Meadows (10150 The Gore Road) branches.

Registration opens Monday, March 10 2025 at 9:00am

Sun, Mar 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Cyril Clark - Program Room

Bingo with library flair — a favourite!

Mind and Body Wellness

Sun, Mar 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Gore Meadows - Program Room 3

Exercise your mind and body with Brampton Library.

Sun, Mar 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

South West

Imagine, build, create! Engineer your very own creation, meet other LEGO® fans, and work together to create a masterpiece.

Sun, Mar 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Cyril Clark - Children's Area

Imagine, build, create! Engineer your very own creation, meet other LEGO® fans, and work together to create a masterpiece.

LEGO® Mania & Game On!

Sun, Mar 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Four Corners - Children's Area

Play to learn!

Sun, Mar 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

South Fletcher's - Program Room

Imagine, build, create! Engineer your very own creation, meet other LEGO® fans, and work together to create a masterpiece.

Sun, Mar 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Springdale - Multipurpose Room 1

Play to learn! Spelling, math, and strategy are all involved in these favourite board games. Drop in with your friends for free play.

Sun, Mar 16, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Mount Pleasant Village - Children's Area

Play to learn! Spelling, math, and strategy are all involved in these favourite board games. Drop in with your friends for free play.

Sun, Mar 16, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Gore Meadows - Children's Area

Play to learn! Spelling, math, and strategy are all involved in these favourite board games. Drop in with your friends for free play.

Sun, Mar 16, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Chinguacousy

Play to learn! Spelling, math, and strategy are all involved in these favourite board games. Drop in with your friends for free play.

Sun, Mar 16, 6:00pm - 10:00pm

Springdale

After Hours Study Hall will be offered on Saturdays and Sundays from 6-10pm at our Springdale (10705 Bramalea Rd) Four Corners (65 Queen St E) and Gore Meadows (10150 The Gore Road) branches.

Registration opens Monday, March 10 2025 at 9:00am

Sun, Mar 16, 6:00pm - 10:00pm

Four Corners

After Hours Study Hall will be offered on Saturdays and Sundays from 6-10pm at our Springdale (10705 Bramalea Rd) Four Corners (65 Queen St E) and Gore Meadows (10150 The Gore Road) branches.

Registration opens Monday, March 10 2025 at 9:00am

Sun, Mar 16, 6:00pm - 10:00pm

Gore Meadows

After Hours Study Hall will be offered on Saturdays and Sundays from 6-10pm at our Springdale (10705 Bramalea Rd) Four Corners (65 Queen St E) and Gore Meadows (10150 The Gore Road) branches.

Registration opens Monday, March 10 2025 at 9:00am

Mon, Mar 17, 10:30am - 11:00am

Gore Meadows - Children's Area

Let's get moving! Toddlers and their grownups are invited to join us to learn through reading, singing, and playing.

Mon, Mar 17, 11:00am - 11:30am

Chinguacousy - Children's Area

It's never too early to promote healthy brain development through reading, singing, and playing!

Mon, Mar 17, 11:00am - 11:30am

Springdale - Children's Area

Let's get moving! Toddlers and their grownups are invited to join us to learn through reading, singing, and playing.

Mon, Mar 17, 11:00am - 11:30am

Four Corners - Children's Area

Let's get moving! Toddlers and their grownups are invited to join us to learn through reading, singing, and playing.

Mon, Mar 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Digital Library (Virtual Only)

Join weekly to practice English skills. Call Jigna 416-700-9299, Alizeh 647-302-0370, Asiya 647-302-0989 or email services@bmccentre.org for details.

Creative Lab (Gore Meadows)

Mon, Mar 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Cyril Clark - Children's Area

Play to learn! Spelling, math, and strategy are all involved in these favourite board games. Drop in with your friends for free play.

Mon, Mar 17, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Gore Meadows - Program Room 3

Learn to use the library’s makerspace equipment for a variety of projects. All skill levels are welcome. Registration required.

Get Started with 3D Printing

Mon, Mar 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Gore Meadows - Children's Area

Let's get every child ready to read! Bring your family to this interactive storytime where we'll share some of our favourite songs and play together to promote early learning. Everyone is welcome.

Mon, Mar 17, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Springdale - Makerspace

Curious about 3D printing but aren't sure where to start? Learn about the 3D printers available at Brampton Library. Registration required.

Mon, Mar 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Mount Pleasant Village - Children's Area

Imagine, build, create! Engineer your very own creation, meet other LEGO® fans, and work together to create a masterpiece.

Peel Village Stitchers

Mon, Mar 17, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

South Fletcher's - Program Room

This social meeting brings community together around our favourite pastimes: knitting, crocheting, and all things needlework.

Tue, Mar 18, 10:30am - 11:30am

Gore Meadows - Children's Area

It's never too early to promote healthy brain development through reading, singing, and playing!

Tue, Mar 18, 10:30am - 11:00am

South Fletcher's - Children's Program Room

It's never too early to promote healthy brain development through reading, singing, and playing!

Tue, Mar 18, 11:00am - 11:30am

Cyril Clark - Children's Area

Let's get every child ready to read! Bring your family to this interactive storytime where we'll share some of our favourite songs and play together to promote early learning. Everyone is welcome.

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Commissioner of Oaths

Tue, Mar 18, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Cyril Clark

Get your documents verified and attested before a Commissioner of Oaths for free. Call 416-518-3472 to book an appointment. This service is provided in partnership with Achēv. Registration required.

Canadian Dental Care Plan

Tue, Mar 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Springdale - Multipurpose Room 1

Join weekly to practice English skills. Call Jigna 416-700-9299, Alizeh 647-302-0370, Asiya 647-302-0989 or email services@bmccentre.org for details.

Family Time

Tue, Mar 18, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Mount Pleasant Village - Children's Area

A free early learning program offered in partnership with Child Development Resource Connection Peel EarlyON. Registered Early Childhood Educators are available to connect and answer questions.

Tue, Mar 18, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Four Corners

Learn how the Canadian Dental Care Plan can reduce financial barriers to maintaining oral health in this presentation and question-and-answer session in partnership with Service Canada.

Up for Discussion Book Club

Tue, Mar 18, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

Gore Meadows

Appointments are one hour and must be booked in advance. Email events@bramptonlibrary.ca to secure your spot.

Tue, Mar 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Gore Meadows

Join our book of the month conversation!

Tue, Mar 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

South Fletcher's - Program Room

Play to learn! Spelling, math, and strategy are all involved in these favourite board games. Drop in with your friends for free play.

Tue, Mar 18, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Mount Pleasant Village

Building on the skills learned in Technology Basics 101, this 4-week series covers the basics of word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation creation. Registration required.

Registration is now closed

Tue, Mar 18, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Springdale - Children's Area

Let's get every child ready to read! Bring your family to this interactive storytime where we'll share some of our favourite songs and play together to promote early learning. Everyone is welcome.

CBT Anxiety & Depression Group with Queen Square

Wed, Mar 19, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Gore Meadows - Program Room 3

Building on the skills learned in Technology Basics 101, this 4-week series covers the basics of word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation creation. Registration required.

Registration is now closed

Technology Basics 101

Wed, Mar 19, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Springdale - Program Room

A 4-week series of basic computer skills including mouse and keyboard, internet access, and email. Registration required.

Registration is now closed

Wed, Mar 19, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Four Corners - Auditorium

Join Queen Square's 8-session CBT Group for anxiety and depression. Gain insights, learn coping strategies, and practice essential skills. Open to all with a physician referral.

Wed, Mar 19, 11:00am - 11:30am

South Fletcher's - Children's Program Room

Let's get moving! Toddlers and their grownups are invited to join us to learn through reading, singing, and playing.

Wed, Mar 19, 12:15pm - 1:15pm

Gore Meadows - Program Room 2

Join weekly to practice English skills. Call Jigna 416-700-9299, Alizeh 647-302-0370, Asiya 647-302-0989 or email services@bmccentre.org for details.

Wed, Mar 19, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Chinguacousy

Join us to socialize and enjoy needlework together. All skill levels are welcome to take part in this community program!

Up for Discussion Book Club

Wed, Mar 19, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Mount Pleasant Village - Children's Area

A free early learning program offered in partnership with Child Development Resource Connection Peel EarlyON. Registered Early Childhood Educators are available to connect and answer questions.

Wed, Mar 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Four Corners - Auditorium

Join our book of the month conversation!

Wed, Mar 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Digital Library (Virtual Only)

Join weekly to practice English skills. Call Jigna 416-700-9299, Alizeh 647-302-0370, Asiya 647-302-0989 or email services@bmccentre.org for details.

Online French Club

Wed, Mar 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Digital Library (Virtual Only)

Canadian Parents for French online homework help, Franco-Fun, and more, for students in grades 1-8. Weekly registration is required through: https://forms.gle/gDQmrzvLCQJbMgUT9Register

Online French Club

Wed, Mar 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Digital Library (Virtual Only)

Canadian Parents for French online homework help, Franco-Fun, and more, for students in grades 1-8. Weekly registration is required through: https://forms.gle/gDQmrzvLCQJbMgUT9Register

Wed, Mar 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Gore Meadows - Children's Area

Play to learn! Spelling, math, and strategy are all involved in these favourite board games. Drop in with your friends for free play.

Wed, Mar 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

South Fletcher's - Program Room

Let's get every child ready to read! Bring your family to this interactive storytime where we'll share some of our favourite songs and play together to promote early learning. Everyone is welcome.

Tax Tips

Wed, Mar 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Springdale

Join this introductory program in partnership with RBC Meeting Place to learn about the Canadian tax system and how you can save money through tax deductions.

Wed, Mar 19, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

Mount Pleasant Village - Children's Area

Let's get every child ready to read! Bring your family to this interactive storytime where we'll share some of our favourite songs and play together to promote early learning. Everyone is welcome.

Wed, Mar 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Springdale - Multipurpose Room 1

Play to learn! Spelling, math, and strategy are all involved in these favourite board games. Drop in with your friends for free play.

Black Family Support Program

Thu, Mar 20, 10:30am - 11:00am

Four Corners - Children's Area

Let's get every child ready to read! Bring your family to this interactive storytime where we'll share some of our favourite songs and play together to promote early learning. Everyone is welcome.

Thu, Mar 20, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Gore Meadows

Children (ages 0-12) play and explore, as parents learn about resources and share experiences. Held in partnership with Malton Neighbourhood Services Black Family Support Program (BFSP).

Songs & Stories at Springdale

Thu, Mar 20, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Springdale - Multipurpose Room 1

This program helps enhance caregiver/child attachment through developmentally appropriate activities and encourages language development and social--emotional interaction.

Thu, Mar 20, 11:00am - 11:30am

Mount Pleasant Village - Children's Area

Let's get moving! Toddlers and their grownups are invited to join us to learn through reading, singing, and playing.

Thu, Mar 20, 11:00am - 11:30am

Cyril Clark - Children's Area

Let's get moving! Toddlers and their grownups are invited to join us to learn through reading, singing, and playing.

Technology Basics 102 – Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu

Thu, Mar 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Four Corners

Join us to socialize and enjoy needlework together. All skill levels are welcome to take part in this community program!

Thu, Mar 20, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Gore Meadows - Program Room 3

After completing Technology Basics 101, join us for our next 4-week series of computer skills in Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu, covering the basics of word processing, spreadsheets, and presentations.

Registration is now closed

Thu, Mar 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Mount Pleasant Village - Program Room 2

Join weekly to practice English skills. Call Jigna 416-700-9299, Alizeh 647-302-0370, Asiya 647-302-0989 or email services@bmccentre.org for details.

Thu, Mar 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Gore Meadows - Children's Area

Imagine, build, create! Engineer your very own creation, meet other LEGO® fans, and work together to create a masterpiece.

Thu, Mar 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

South Fletcher's - Program Room

Imagine, build, create! Engineer your very own creation, meet other LEGO® fans, and work together to create a masterpiece.

Thu, Mar 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Gore Meadows

Appointments are one hour and must be booked in advance. Email events@bramptonlibrary.ca to secure your spot.

Thu, Mar 20, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Chinguacousy - Children's Area

Let's get every child ready to read! Bring your family to this interactive storytime where we'll share some of our favourite songs and play together to promote early learning. Everyone is welcome.

Thu, Mar 20, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

South West

Science + technology + engineering + art + math = STEAM! Participate in fun STEAM challenges every week. You'll receive codewords to enter in our online challenge for the chance to win prizes.