Borrow games, puzzles, toys, and much more from the County of Brant Public Library. Whether you’re looking for new board or video games, family favourites, or picturesque puzzles, you’ll find something for every age and skill level.
Gaming events at the library
From game nights, to drop-in Dungeons & Dragons sessions, we always have something on the go:
| Library Libations - Game Night at the Paris Beer Co. |
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It's game night with the library! Compete against other tables as library staff lead you and your friends through rounds of interactive games. Book a table, grab your friends, and join us for an evening of fun:
Use our online calendar to reserve your table (reservations are strongly encouraged as space is limited). |
| Green Screen & Gaming |
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Join us for an evening of green screen fun and video games! Try virtual gaming with our Meta Quest and play Wii games with family and friends.
This is a free drop-in event; An adult must accompany players under the age of 13 years. |
| Who You Gonna Call? A Dungeons & Dragons Drop-In adventure for teens |
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Things go bump in the night in the seaside city of Cresthaven, and Dr. Gravestone is looking for brave adventurers to investigate! Will you answer the call?
This is a free drop-in event; registration is not required. |
| The Many Faces of Link - A Dungeons & Dragons/Legend of Zelda adventure for tweens |
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Get ready to play D&D like you've never played before!
We're running a campaign set in Hyrule, the setting of the famous Legend of Zelda games.
Use our online calendar to sign up. Space is limited; registration is required. |
| Magic: the Gathering - a Saturday drop-in club for tweens & teens |
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Get ready for a new club where you can learn about Magic: the Gathering (MTG), a classic card game. We'll provide decks and people to play with - all you have to bring is yourself! We welcome all skill levels, whether you have never heard of MTG, or you've won championship games, all are welcome!
This is a free drop-in program; no registration is required. |
| Mahjong Club |
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Whether you're a beginner or already know how to play, an afternoon of socialization and strategy awaits!
Similar to Rummy, Mahjong is a game of skill, strategy, and calculation and involves a degree of chance. A tile-based game, Mahjong was created in China in the Qing Dynasty and has spread throughout the world since the early twentieth century. The game is proven to keep the mind sharp, producing an increase in cognitive function. This is a free drop-in program. |
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Trivia Night |
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Test your knowledge of movies, animals, music, history, and more!
Play along at home; no registration required. Simply head to Crowdpurr when you're ready to log in and follow the prompts. |
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Seniors' Drop-In |
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Swing by the Scotland-Oakland Branch (281 Oakland Road, Scotland) for an afternoon of great conversation and on-going activities (board games, crafting, Zen colouring, and more).
All seniors are welcome; no registration is required. |
Board games
Search the catalogue for 100+ tabletop and board games.
Our collection features games for all ages and skill levels, and includes:
- Family classics (Monopoly, Clue, etc.)
- New & popular games
- Games for solo play
- Card games
Games can be borrowed for three weeks (and renewed if no one has the item on hold).
Video Games
We have an extensive collection of video games for:
- Playstations 3, 4, and 5
- XBOX One and 360
- Nintendo 3DS and Switch
- Wii and WiiU
Search our online catalogue by game title or console name.
Video games can be borrowed for one week (and renewed if no one has the item on hold).
Jigsaw puzzles
We have an extensive collection of puzzles featuring a variety of sizes, piece counts, and images.
Puzzles can be borrowed for three weeks (and renewed if no one has the item on hold).
Search the catalogue and borrow a jigsaw puzzle today!
Launchpads
Spotty internet? Going on a road trip? Playaway Launchpads are themed, handheld smart tablets full of games and brain teasers.
Launchpads for kids and adults are available to borrow for three weeks (and can be renewed if no one has the item on hold).
Search the catalogue and borrow a launchpad (or two!).
Additional resources
| Empathy Toy |
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The Empathy Toy is an award-winning puzzle game originally designed by the Canadian National Institute for the Blind to help bridge the communication gap between visually impaired students and their sighted classmates. Players must communicate successfully in order to build designs together. This toy is great for a family fun night, team building workshop, and classroom play. Visit our catalogue to borrow the Empathy Toy. |
| Roleplaying game sourcebooks |
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Dungeons & Dragons sourcebooks are available at the library, including:
Start your adventure and visit the collection today! |
| Outdoor games |
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The library has a number of kits and gear to help you stay active, including: |