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This event is in the "Preschool" group

FunTime Fridays

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 9:45am - 10:30am
Program Room (Full Room) at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool

Kids will listen to stories, sing songs, and enjoy a weekly craft while parents will discover ways to promote early literacy at home and meet other caregivers.  

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

Kids will listen to stories, sing songs, and enjoy a weekly craft while parents will discover ways to promote early literacy at home and meet other caregivers.  

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

Community Services: Salvation Army

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 10:30am - 1:30pm
Public Area at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
Drop In, General Interest
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Learn about the Food Bank and Community Program Services offered by the Salvation Army to Welland residents.

Library Branch: Seaway Mall Branch
Room: Public Area
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Drop In, General Interest
Event Details:

Learn about the Food Bank and Community Program Services offered by the Salvation Army to Welland residents.

This event is in the "Seniors" group

Healthy Safe and Strong Older Adults Exercise Group

Friday, April 17, 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, April 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Program Room (Full Room) at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
Drop In, 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: Drop In, 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.

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

Writing Workshop for Poets and Fiction Writers

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Seminar Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Drop In, Author Visits, Special Events
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

Explore one of the most essential and powerful decisions a writer makes in this hands-on workshop. Through discussion and guided writing exercises inspired by selected sample artwork, poets and fiction writers alike will deepen their craft.

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Seminar Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Drop In, Author Visits, Special Events
Event Details:

Explore one of the most essential and powerful decisions a writer makes in this hands-on workshop. Through discussion and guided writing exercises inspired by selected sample artwork, poets and fiction writers alike will deepen their craft.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Local Authors and Poets Day

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:30am - 2:00pm
Program Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Drop In, Author Visits, Special Events
Age Group:
Adults

Meet local authors and poets writing in a variety of genres for children and adults. Authors and poets will read from their works from 12:30-1:30 pm.

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Drop In, Author Visits, Special Events
Event Details:

Meet local authors and poets writing in a variety of genres for children and adults. Authors and poets will read from their works from 12:30-1:30 pm.

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Photography and Film

Photographs, video, and/or audio recordings may be captured during programs and events, and used in promotional material such as but not limited to, Welland Public Library website, newsletters, brochures, posters and social media platforms, as well as in submissions to local newspapers for publicity purposes.

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

"Dishin' the Dirt" with Master Gardener Betty Knight

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Program Room (Full Room) at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Shake off the winter blues and get your garden ready for a season of growth! Join us for tips on soil preparation, early planting, and simple techniques to help your flowers, vegetables, and herbs thrive.

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

Shake off the winter blues and get your garden ready for a season of growth! Join us for tips on soil preparation, early planting, and simple techniques to help your flowers, vegetables, and herbs thrive.

This event is in the "Seniors" group

Yoga for Older Adults

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Program Room (Full Room) at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Seniors

tbd

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

tbd

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

Scrabble Club

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Seminar Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Drop In, 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: Drop In, 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 "All Ages" group

Stay Safe Online: Cybercrime Awareness for Seniors

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Program Room (Front Room) at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
General Interest, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages

Detective Constable Christopher Carter (NRP) will discuss how to protect yourself from online scams, identity theft, and fraud in this informative session designed especially for seniors.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Seaway Mall Branch
Room: Program Room (Front Room)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: General Interest, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Detective Constable Christopher Carter (NRP) will discuss how to protect yourself from online scams, identity theft, and fraud in this informative session designed especially for seniors.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Positive Discipline in Everyday Parenting

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 5:45pm - 7:45pm
Main Branch
Program Type:
Parents & Caregivers
Age Group:
Adults

Join this 9 week program for parents or caregivers of children 0-18 year old.  It is designed to help you navigate parenting challenges in a way that teaches problem solving, brain development, and strengthens relationships. 

Library Branch: Main Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Parents & Caregivers
Event Details:

Join this 9 week program for parents or caregivers of children 0-18 year old.  It is designed to help you navigate parenting challenges in a way that teaches problem solving, brain development, and strengthens relationships. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Book Bouquet

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Program Room (Back Room) at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Use old books to create something new. Book Bouquets will be a hit as a centerpiece or décor for your home! All Supplies Provided.

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

Use old books to create something new. Book Bouquets will be a hit as a centerpiece or décor for your home! All Supplies Provided.

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

Crafts and Conversation

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Program Room (Front Room) at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Drop In
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Crafts & Conversation is a relaxed, drop-in program where participants are invited to bring their own craft projects to work on while enjoying friendly conversation in a welcoming space.

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

Crafts & Conversation is a relaxed, drop-in program where participants are invited to bring their own craft projects to work on while enjoying friendly conversation in a welcoming space.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Breastfeeding 101: What Every Parent Should Know

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Program Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Parents & Caregivers
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for a discussion and Q&A on breastfeeding and infant feeding with Heather, the Lactation Educator and Pediatric Dietitian from the Niagara Falls Community Health Centre’s Care for Kids.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Parents & Caregivers
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a discussion and Q&A on breastfeeding and infant feeding with Heather, the Lactation Educator and Pediatric Dietitian from the Niagara Falls Community Health Centre’s Care for Kids.

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Toddler Tales

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 9:45am - 10:30am
Program Room (Full Room) at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool

Foster a love of reading in this program that develops language abilities. We will explore themed stories, rhymes, a song, activities, and bubbles!

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

Foster a love of reading in this program that develops language abilities. We will explore themed stories, rhymes, a song, activities, and bubbles!

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Artsy Babies

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Program Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool

Bring your baby to an art class and keep the mess away from your house! Each week, you and your baby will enjoy socializing with other adults and make a one-of-a-kind hand or footprint craft.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bring your baby to an art class and keep the mess away from your house! Each week, you and your baby will enjoy socializing with other adults and make a one-of-a-kind hand or footprint craft.

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Histoire en français/French Storytime

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Area at Main Branch
Program Type:
Drop In, Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool

Il etait une fois…venez lire une histoire en français avec On y va à la bibliothèque! Il s'agit d'une baisse de classe. Aucune inscription n'est requise!

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Drop In, Storytime
Event Details:

Il etait une fois…venez lire une histoire en français avec On y va à la bibliothèque! Il s'agit d'une baisse de classe. Aucune inscription n'est requise!

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

Intro To Tai Chi

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Program Room (Full Room) at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

TBD

$15.00 for 4 classes

Instructor $40/class

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

TBD

$15.00 for 4 classes

Instructor $40/class

This event is in the "Adults" group

Cross-Stitch Club

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Program Room at Diamond Trail Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Our 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 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 Chess

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Program Room (Back Room) at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Adults, join us for chess at the Seaway Mall library 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:

Adults, join us for chess at the Seaway Mall library branch every Wednesday at 10am. No registration required. All skill levels are welcome. 

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Artsy Babies

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 10:45am - 11:15am
Program Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool

Bring your baby to an art class and keep the mess away from your house! Each week, you and your baby will enjoy socializing and making a one-of-a-kind hand or footprint craft.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bring your baby to an art class and keep the mess away from your house! Each week, you and your baby will enjoy socializing and making a one-of-a-kind hand or footprint craft.

This event is in the "Seniors" group

Sewing Lessons for Seniors and Newcomers

Wednesday, April 22, 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.

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

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

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Celebrate Earth Day: How To Make Your Life More Sustainable

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Drop In, General Interest
Age Group:
All Ages

Celebrate Earth Day by exploring simple, practical ways to care for our planet! We’ll have fun eco-friendly activities, helpful tips for greener living, and small take-home resources to inspire sustainable choices every day. 

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Program Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Drop In, General Interest
Event Details:

Celebrate Earth Day by exploring simple, practical ways to care for our planet! We’ll have fun eco-friendly activities, helpful tips for greener living, and small take-home resources to inspire sustainable choices every day. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Earth Day Presentation

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Lounge at Main Branch
Program Type:
Drop In, Special Events
Age Group:
All Ages

TBD

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Lounge
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Drop In, Special Events
Event Details:

TBD