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Yoga for Older Adults

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Program Room (Full Room) at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Pose and stretch in this yoga class designed for older adults. Presented in partnership with the Seaway Mall.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Seaway Mall Branch
Room: Program Room (Full Room)
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Pose and stretch in this yoga class designed for older adults. Presented in partnership with the Seaway Mall.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Scrabble Club

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Seminar Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Test your word skills at the library! All skill levels are welcome to join this relaxed club for Scrabble aficionados! No registration required.

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Seminar Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: General Interest
Event Details:

Test your word skills at the library! All skill levels are welcome to join this relaxed club for Scrabble aficionados! No registration required.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Dungeons & Dragons Club

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Program Room at Diamond Trail Branch
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Come join our new D&D club. The first session will introduce the game and help build characters while subsequent sessions will dive into the world of D&D!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Diamond Trail Branch
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: General Interest
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come join our new D&D club. The first session will introduce the game and help build characters while subsequent sessions will dive into the world of D&D!

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Crochet Club

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Program Room (Front Room) at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Participants will have an opportunity to share their projects, chat with other enthusiasts, get advice, and get inspired.

Library Branch: Seaway Mall Branch
Room: Program Room (Front Room)
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Participants will have an opportunity to share their projects, chat with other enthusiasts, get advice, and get inspired.

This event is in the "Seniors" group

Digital Skills Workshop for Seniors

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Program Room (Full Room) at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
General Interest, Technology
Age Group:
Seniors

Join fellow seniors (ages 55+) for this 8-session series to enhance your digital skills, help keep in touch with your friends and family, and connect with others in your community.

Library Branch: Seaway Mall Branch
Room: Program Room (Full Room)
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: General Interest, Technology
Event Details:

Join fellow seniors (ages 55+) for this 8-session series to enhance your digital skills, help keep in touch with your friends and family, and connect with others in your community.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Cross-Stitch Club

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Program Room at Diamond Trail Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Our new Cross-Stitch Club is open to all who cross-stitch and would love to meet and socialize with like-minded individuals. Bring your projects and work together!

Library Branch: Diamond Trail Branch
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Our new Cross-Stitch Club is open to all who cross-stitch and would love to meet and socialize with like-minded individuals. Bring your projects and work together!

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Adult Craft Kit

All Day
All Locations - Passive Activities at All Locations
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Pick up a craft kit to take home and create something special! While quantities last.

Library Branch: All Locations
Room: All Locations - Passive Activities
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Pick up a craft kit to take home and create something special! While quantities last.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Knit For Charity

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 9:00am - 8:00pm
All Locations
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
All Ages

It's cozy and warm season! Share that feeling with others by knitting (or crocheting) a hat, gloves, scarves and/or socks for our winter warmth table.

Registration Required
Library Branch: All Locations
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: General Interest
Registration Required
Event Details:

It's cozy and warm season! Share that feeling with others by knitting (or crocheting) a hat, gloves, scarves and/or socks for our winter warmth table.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Adult Chess

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Program Room (Back Room) at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us for chess at the Seaway Mall Branch every Wednesday at 10am. No registration required. All skill levels are welcome. 

Library Branch: Seaway Mall Branch
Room: Program Room (Back Room)
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: General Interest
Event Details:

Join us for chess at the Seaway Mall Branch every Wednesday at 10am. No registration required. All skill levels are welcome. 

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Job Searching with Job Gym

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

Join us to explore effective job search strategies and discover the latest trends shaping today’s labour market. Learn practical tips and insights to help you find your next great opportunity!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: General Interest
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us to explore effective job search strategies and discover the latest trends shaping today’s labour market. Learn practical tips and insights to help you find your next great opportunity!

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Scene: ASMR DIY

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Program Room (Back Room) at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

What is ASMR? Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response. Like many trending online videos, we'll be discussing and experimenting with fun sensory items to create relaxing sounds, sights, and more, which can aid in relaxation.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Seaway Mall Branch
Room: Program Room (Back Room)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

What is ASMR? Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response. Like many trending online videos, we'll be discussing and experimenting with fun sensory items to create relaxing sounds, sights, and more, which can aid in relaxation.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Knitting Club

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Seminar Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Are you a skilled knitter or looking to learn new skills? Come out to the Knitting Club and share your tips and tricks with others while enjoying a relaxing afternoon. Please bring your own yarn, needles, and supplies.

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Seminar Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Are you a skilled knitter or looking to learn new skills? Come out to the Knitting Club and share your tips and tricks with others while enjoying a relaxing afternoon. Please bring your own yarn, needles, and supplies.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Welland Writers Guild

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Program Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Looking for a scribe tribe to share your creative writing with? Look no further! You are invited to join the Welland Writer’s Guild.

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: General Interest
Event Details:

Looking for a scribe tribe to share your creative writing with? Look no further! You are invited to join the Welland Writer’s Guild.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Non Fiction Book Club

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Public Area at Diamond Trail Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Pick up your copy of the monthly book club pick, "The book of hope : a survival guide for trying times" by Jane Goodall and join us for an interesting discussion.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Diamond Trail Branch
Room: Public Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Pick up your copy of the monthly book club pick, "The book of hope : a survival guide for trying times" by Jane Goodall and join us for an interesting discussion.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Yoga for Older Adults

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Program Room (Full Room) at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Pose and stretch in this yoga class designed for older adults. Presented in partnership with the Seaway Mall.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Seaway Mall Branch
Room: Program Room (Full Room)
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Pose and stretch in this yoga class designed for older adults. Presented in partnership with the Seaway Mall.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Scrabble and More!

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Room (Front Room) at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults

Drop in for a game of Scrabble, or choose from our selection of traditional card games, or bring your own. 

Library Branch: Seaway Mall Branch
Room: Program Room (Front Room)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Interest
Event Details:

Drop in for a game of Scrabble, or choose from our selection of traditional card games, or bring your own. 

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

ESL Conversation Circle

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Newcomers
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

In partnership with the Welland Heritage Council and Bridges Niagara, this group is open to newcomers or anyone looking to improve their English language skills.

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Newcomers
Event Details:

In partnership with the Welland Heritage Council and Bridges Niagara, this group is open to newcomers or anyone looking to improve their English language skills.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Creative Canvases

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Program Room (Full Room) at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Let out your inner artist and join us as we paint along with a YouTube painting tutorial. All materials are provided, just bring yourself and some creativity. Fee: $5/person

Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Seaway Mall Branch
Room: Program Room (Full Room)
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

Let out your inner artist and join us as we paint along with a YouTube painting tutorial. All materials are provided, just bring yourself and some creativity. Fee: $5/person

This event is in the "Seniors" group

Healthy Safe and Strong Older Adults Exercise Group

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Program Room (Full Room) at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Seniors

This class focuses on improving and/or maintaining strength, building balance, and preventing age-related muscle loss by integrating cardio and seated or standing exercise options.

Library Branch: Seaway Mall Branch
Room: Program Room (Full Room)
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

This class focuses on improving and/or maintaining strength, building balance, and preventing age-related muscle loss by integrating cardio and seated or standing exercise options.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

PAWS Therapy Dogs

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Program Room (Full Room) at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages

Visit with dogs from Therapeutic Paws of Canada (TPOC) at the library! Read with TPOC certified dogs who help to provide stress relief and comfort, and really love a good book.

Library Branch: Seaway Mall Branch
Room: Program Room (Full Room)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Visit with dogs from Therapeutic Paws of Canada (TPOC) at the library! Read with TPOC certified dogs who help to provide stress relief and comfort, and really love a good book.

Disclaimer(s)

Unattended Children

It is the responsibility of the parent/guardian or caregiver to monitor the whereabouts and behaviour of their child(ren).  Library staff are not responsible for the welfare of children left unattended in library facilities. 

Unattended Children Policy

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Bridge Basics with Bridge Centre of Niagara

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Program Room (Full Room) at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us for a warm, engaging look at what the game of bridge can teach us about ageing well and building truly age-friendly communities.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Seaway Mall Branch
Room: Program Room (Full Room)
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: General Interest
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a warm, engaging look at what the game of bridge can teach us about ageing well and building truly age-friendly communities.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Yoga for Older Adults

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Program Room (Full Room) at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Pose and stretch in this yoga class designed for older adults. Presented in partnership with the Seaway Mall.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Seaway Mall Branch
Room: Program Room (Full Room)
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Pose and stretch in this yoga class designed for older adults. Presented in partnership with the Seaway Mall.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Reach Niagara ODSP Clinic

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 12:30pm - 4:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults

Applying for Ontario Disability Support Program and want some help? Get assistance with complete your ODSP package by a team of professionals.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Interest
Event Details:

Applying for Ontario Disability Support Program and want some help? Get assistance with complete your ODSP package by a team of professionals.

This event is in the "Seniors" group

Sewing Classes With Links for Greener Learning

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Room (Full Room) at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
Newcomers
Age Group:
Seniors

Links for Greener Learning is  offering sewing classes that give clothing a second life while teaching valuable new skills.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Seaway Mall Branch
Room: Program Room (Full Room)
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Newcomers
Registration Required
Event Details:

Links for Greener Learning is  offering sewing classes that give clothing a second life while teaching valuable new skills.