For Families
Join us for a special storytime with children’s author Delano Brown as he reads his picture book, My Neighborhood. The storytime will be followed by hands-on activities and creative crafts.
Presented in partnership with Words Worth Books.
This is a drop-in event for families with children of all ages.
Early Learning Programs for young children at WPL are based on literacy research and include tips and information for parents and caregivers. Your active participation in these programs will maximize the experience for you and your child.
Jamaican-born Canadian author Delano Brown is a Registered Early Childhood Educator by day, working in the region of Simcoe County. He is a fresh face on the Canadian writing scene; his lyrically poetic style comes out in his debut picture book, titled My Neighborhood, Fall of 2026. He is passionate about being an understanding voice to each child who wants to see a reflection of themselves on the pages of a book.
Working in the educational arena, Delano continues to pen many relatable fiction stories that speak to student life and the joys, mistakes, and misunderstood moments of childhood. His current undertaking, titled School Up North, illustrated by Frank Morrison, captures the world of hot lunches, recess pranks, and community on a page that brings to life a voice displaying wit, zeal, and honesty.
When time permits, you can find Delano behind the lens of his camera or deep in his comic collection.
A vibrant and lyrical picture book that follows two brothers on a journey through their inner-city neighborhood, showing off the beauty and life lessons to be found within.
Follow a young boy as he explores his neighborhood hand-in-hand with his older brother, Trevor. They share handshakes on the sidewalk, laughter at the skate park, wisdom at the chess tables, rhythm in the dance circle, and kindness at the corner store. With each step, this lyrical picture book radiates the sounds, gestures, and bonds that make a neighborhood more than just a place to live–that make it a home.
Photography Notice: Please note that photographs and videos may be taken at this event and may be broadcast, reproduced, and/or made available in print or online. For individual or small group photos, staff will make attendees aware of their presence and will ask permission before taking photos.
For larger public events, please note that by attending, you are consenting to the use of your appearance, image, and voice in print or digital productions created by the Waterloo Public Library for promotional use only. Please speak to library staff at the event if you’d like to be excluded from any photo/video.
Programmer: Nancy
AGE GROUP: | Families | Early Learning |
EVENT TYPE: | Storytimes | Drop-in | Author Events |
TAGS: | Other Children's Programming |
Located at the RIM Park Manulife Sportsplex, the Eastside Branch boasts specialized creative spaces, quiet study areas, a nature education space and lots of natural light.
