When will the library in the Susan Fennell Sportsplex close for renovations?
This branch is now closed temporarily for renovations. Please check back to this page for updates.
Will I still be able to pick up my holds?
You can now pick up your holds in our temporary location inside Shoppers World at 499 Main Street South, near Anderson College.
How do I return my books and other materials?
Please return your items to any of our other locations including our temporary branch in Shoppers World. To find your nearest branch, please visit our Branch Services page on our website.
How long will South Fletcher’s Branch Library be closed?
It will be closed for approximately 16 months, with a target reopening of Fall 2025.
Where will this branch be temporarily located during renovations?
This branch is temporarily located inside Shoppers World at 499 Main Street South, near Anderson College.
When will Brampton Library open in Shoppers World?
The Shoppers World temporary branch is now open!
What services will be offered at Shoppers World?
The temporary branch is smaller with a smaller selection of books and other materials, but still offers Wi-Fi, computer stations, and a selection of programming for all ages. Library Settlement Partnership services are now relocated to the Cyril Clark Branch, and printing and copying are not available in the temporary branch.
What will the hours of operation be at Shoppers World?
The temporary branch is open Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and on Sundays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Why is Brampton Library undergoing renovations at this branch?
The library in the Susan Fennell Sportsplex has not been renovated since it opened in 1996 and no longer provides the amenities the community needs. At the same time, the Sportsplex is undergoing a major energy retrofit which will necessitate shutting off the heating and cooling to this branch for up to six months. Since this branch will be closed for this period, it offers the best opportunity for a complete renovation.
What are some key features of this renovation?
The renovation will provide for separate spaces for programming, quiet study, and collaboration; increase natural light by adding windows; allow for potential after-hours programming and after-hours study use; and offer a better customer experience, with updated furniture and decor.