Laurier Students For Literacy Brantford

Yesterday we celebrated our volunteers with our last event of the year. A week ago we wrapped up our final tutoring sessions for the Winter 2026 term. This year has been such an incredible success and it has been so special to experience. From tripling our typical volunteer numbers, to watching so many students and tutors form incredible relationships, to being recognized as Club of the Year, there has never been a dull moment and it was so joyful every step of the way. We’d like to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who supports LSFL: the students and faculty at Wilfrid Laurier University Brantford, the Laurier CSL office, particularly Sara Darling, the wonderful Brantford Public Library staff, especially Erica and Anna, and, most of all, our wonderful LSFL families. We cannot wait to begin programming again next Fall - registration opens on September 1st, 2026.

To continue with our theme of sharing children’s books, today we are highlighting May You Love and Be Loved: Wishes for Your Life, written and illustrated by Cleo Wade: https://youtu.be/sln2C5cTErM?feature=shared This is a sweet one to share with your little ones and represents best wishes for all our learners!

May You Love And Be Loved - by Cleo Wade Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

Welcome to our last week of LSFL sessions for Winter 2026! We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Here’s “The End is Just the Beginning: A Book of Endless Possibilities” written by Mike Bender and illustrated by Diana Mayo:

Story: The End is Just the Beginning Written by Mike BenderIllustrated by Diana MayoRead by Cassandra HartleyPiano by Allison Halerz (Music: "Sliding Into Keys" by Robert Starer)AV Production by...

See you tonight at 6pm at the Brantford Odeon building (beside Lonnie’s)! All are welcome! Free admission and free snacks and drinks available! Movie starts at 6:30pm.

We are so excited to have received the award for Club of the Year at our Students’ Union Clubs & Associations Gala for 2025/2026! Thank you so much to everyone who has participated in our programs, attended our events, and supported us this year! We hope to have even more of you join us next year! 💜💛

Tomorrow!!

If you go down to the Library today, you’re sure of a big surprise! 🧸📚

Laurier Students For Literacy Brantford invites you and your favourite teddy bear (or other stuffed friend) to a Teddy Bear Picnic at the Library! Enjoy teddy bear stories, a fun scavenger hunt, and a craft.

This is a drop-in event—just bring your stuffed friend and join the fun!

📅 March 21
⏰ 12 p.m.
📍 Main Branch
👶 Ages 0–10

Good morning LSFL families!

Just a reminder that our sessions WILL BE running over March Break this week! If you will be away, please let your tutor know as soon as possible.

We hope you can enjoy some relaxation and family time this week! Enjoy this story, “Almost Time” written by Gary D. Schmidt & Elizabeth Stickney and illustrated by G. Brian Karas:

Almost Time by Gary D. Schmidt - Children's Book Read Aloud Hi Little Listeners! Welcome to our read aloud of "Almost Time" by Gary D. Schmidt. "Almost Time" follows a young boy named Ethan who lives in maple sugarin...

Check out these great reads!

Good morning LSFL families!

We hope you enjoyed the beautiful weather this weekend!

In honour of International Women’s Day yesterday, here is a video of a brilliant picture book called “Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the World” by Kate Pankhurst:

Fantastically Great Women Who Changed The World Fantastically Great Women Who Changed The World por dentro ...

Happy March, LSFL families!

Pink Shirt Day last week prompted us to reflect on how thankful we are for the kindness in our community! The perfect examples of this kindness are the valentines that the Laurier Sussex Law residence cluster made for us!

This week’s story is called “Good People Everywhere” written by Lynda Gillen and illustrated by Kristina Swarner. This story highlights all the kindness in our world:

Good People Everywhere by Lynea Gillen | Read Aloud Children's Book | Storytime For a detailed synopsis of Good People Everywhere, check out our blog:https://www.dreamieducation.com/post/good-people-everywhere-book-synopsisPurchase here:...

Info to keep in mind while traveling to the library!

𝐓𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐜𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐈𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐛𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝟒

Beginning Wednesday, March 4, 2026, the intersection of Icomm Drive and Market Street South will be closed to complete necessary underground infrastructure installations related to the ongoing downtown revitalization project. Recent investigations confirmed that crews must adjust the alignment of the trunk sanitary sewer and replace an existing watermain to safely work around old infrastructure buried beneath the intersection. Because of the depth and complexity of this work, the intersection must remain closed for several weeks and is expected to re-open by the end of April 2026. Motorists are asked to follow posted signage and allow extra travel time.

During this closure, alternative entrances to the Market Centre Parkade will remain available via Hill Street, Wharfe Street, and the Brantford Farmers’ Market parking lot. The only exit from the parkade is located at the west end, exiting onto Hill Street. A protected pedestrian crossing slightly west of the Market Street South intersection will be maintained to accommodate safe crossing for shoppers, as well as Elements Casino and TD Civic Centre patrons.

Businesses in the area remain open during construction, and residents and visitors are encouraged to continue supporting local businesses.

The City appreciates the community’s patience as this necessary infrastructure work continues.

LSFL families, check out this great resource👇

Did you know that Grand Erie has a webpage specifically designed for at-home math practice with a variety of insights, activities and tips for primary, junior and intermediate grade levels? 😲

They're updated monthly, and you can find them here: https://ow.ly/f9N350Yl1mK