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Get set for an extraordinary summer as Brampton Library reveals three captivating summer reading clubs. Image credit: KAUSHAL MORADIYA on Pexels.
Registration for Brampton Library’s summer reading clubs is now open! Get set for an extraordinary summer as Brampton Library reveals three captivating summer reading clubs – TD Summer Reading Club for children from 0-12, Teen Summer Reading Club, and Adult Summer Reading Club, for ages 19+.
From the tiniest tots venturing into enchanting stories, to teens finding their new favourite authors, and adults delving into their to-be-read lists, there’s magic here for all ages. Don’t miss out, book your summer with the Library!
Whether you’re relaxing by a pool, enjoying a picnic in the park, or cozying up at home, Brampton Library’s summer reading clubs offer endless opportunities to explore new worlds, spark imagination, and share stories with others.
For teens, Battle of the Books is a fantastic opportunity to dive into their favourite books, from July 17 to July 31. This exciting event involves teams competing for their favourite titles across four categories, with four books in each round.
On July 5, all Adult Summer Reading Club participants (19+) are invited to attend the Summer Soirée, an exclusive after-hours party at Chinguacousy Branch Library in the Chinguacousy Park ski chalet. Attendees will gather to enjoy music and light refreshments while mingling with fellow book lovers.
Sign-up online or in person at any Library branch. These free programs offer a chance to win exciting early bird prizes if you register before July 10. Plus, you can win additional prizes throughout the summer for all three clubs just by participating and enjoying your reading adventures! Stay tuned for more updates on the Library website and social media platforms about these programs and events designed for club members of all ages.
BRAMPTON ARTIST-IN-RESIDENCE
Jasmine Canaviri is the 2024 Brampton Artist-in-Residence.
Brampton Arts Organization and Brampton Library have selected Jasmine Canaviri as the 2024 Brampton Artist-in-Residence.
The Brampton Artist-in-Residence program offers local professional artists, collectives, and arts organizations an $8,000 stipend and free workspace to undertake a community-based artist residency at Brampton Library’s Mount Pleasant Village Branch from June to September 2024.
Canaviri’s residency will engage with and showcase the mosaic of diverse cultures and creative talents within Brampton by inviting community members to co-create with the artist and craft 100 community-made mugs.
She will hold weekly public office hours on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6-8:30pm until September 4 – a great opportunity to learn about both ceramics and her art practice. Canaviri will also deliver free community-focused public arts programming through a series of workshops on hand building and decorating ceramic mugs. At the end of the residency, she and her co-creators will host a celebration and showcase the hundred finished mugs.
Let’s Build a Ceramic Mug Workshops: July 13: 10:30 am-1:30 pm and July 31: 5:30 pm-8 pm
Let’s Decorate a Ceramic Mug Workshops: August 10: 10:30 am-1:30 pm; August 21: 6 pm - 8 pm; September 7: 10:30 am-1:30 pm.
Showcase and Artist in Residency Celebration will be held on September 21 at Mount Pleasant Village Branch from 11 am to 1 pm.
“The Library is a place for community discovery, and we are very excited to invite residents to discover Jasmine’s talent and participate in the 100 Mugs project by helping create something that represents them as community members,” said Todd Kyle, Chief Executive Officer, Brampton Library.