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John Howard Society Harm Reduction Services
2026-01-21 13:00:00 2026-01-21 15:00:00 America/New_York John Howard Society Harm Reduction Services Main Branch -

Wednesday, January 21
1:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-01-21 13:00:00 2026-01-21 15:00:00 America/New_York John Howard Society Harm Reduction Services Main Branch -

Suitable for adults and seniors.
Hosted at Main Branch.
Drop-in.

Please note that the January 21, February 18, and March 18 sessions have been cancelled.

Visit this booth to learn more about harm reduction, safe practices, and referrals to health care or addiction treatment programs. Naloxone kits and training on their use available upon request.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | General |

Main Branch
Phone: 905-683-4000 ext. 8840
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We're closed Monday April 06 due to Easter Monday 2026
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About the branch

Opened in 2003 
33,000 sq. ft. (3,066 m2) 


Main Branch was designed by Teeple Architects and is the Library's largest location. In 2004, the branch won the Ontario Public Library Association Award for Best New Public Library Building. It includes study spaces, bookable meeting rooms, and a variety of accessibility features including a hearing loop and mobility device charging station.  

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Infant Hearing Screening Clinics
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Family Music and Movement
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Canada Reads 2026 Watch Parties
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Family Music and Movement
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Books for Babies
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Hands-On Learning: Library Card Pouches
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Little Light Book Club
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Friendly Euchre
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Family Music and Movement
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Afghan Women's Organization Refugee and Immigrant Services
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Afghan Women's Organization Refugee and Immigrant Services - Citizenship Preparation Class
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WMRCC Spanish/English Classes
Mon, Apr 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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SCWW: Who Am I?
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Le Club Français
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Toastmasters Youth Leadership Program
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Silent Book Club
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Makerspace Coding Club: AI Toolkit
Mon, Apr 20, 7:00pm - 8:15pm
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Shelf Indulgence
Tue, Apr 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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Infant Hearing Screening Clinics
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Books for Babies
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English Conversation Circle
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Family Music and Movement
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Books for Babies
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STEAM Storytime
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Afghan Women's Organization Refugee and Immigrant Services
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Tue, May 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
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Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) Services
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Cultural Cinema
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D&D Café
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Durham French Employment Centre (COfRD)
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Infant Hearing Screening Clinics
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Books for Babies
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Exploring Non-Attachment
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Family Music and Movement
Thu, May 07, 9:15am - 10:15am
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Family Music and Movement
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Books for Babies
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Social Bridge
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Retirement Income Planning and Investing
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Benefits of Journaling
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