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Community Quilt for Welland Hospital Dialysis Unit

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
All Locations - Passive Activities at All Locations
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages

Join our Community Quilt!

Do you love making Granny Squares, but don’t know what to do with them? Or maybe you'd like to learn how to make fun new designs? Well, you're in luck!

Library Branch: All Locations
Room: All Locations - Passive Activities
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join our Community Quilt!

Do you love making Granny Squares, but don’t know what to do with them? Or maybe you'd like to learn how to make fun new designs? Well, you're in luck!

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

Yoga for Older Adults

Thursday, January 15, 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 "Preschool" group

Artsy Babies

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 10:45am - 11:15am
Program Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool

Each week you and your baby will enjoy socializing with other adults and make a one of a kind hand or footprint craft. There will be a story-time with songs, bounces, bubbles and parachute fun, too!

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

Each week you and your baby will enjoy socializing with other adults and make a one of a kind hand or footprint craft. There will be a story-time with songs, bounces, bubbles and parachute fun, too!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Scrabble and More!

Thursday, January 15, 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 15, 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

Basic Microsoft Word and Typing

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Program Room (Front Room) at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Adults and seniors, learn some basic computer skills using Microsoft Word and improve your typing and keyboarding skills in the same class. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Seaway Mall Branch
Room: Program Room (Front Room)
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Adults and seniors, learn some basic computer skills using Microsoft Word and improve your typing and keyboarding skills in the same class. 

This event is in the "Family" group

PD Day Fun

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 9:15am - 5:00pm
Children's Area at Main Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Family

Drop by the library for a fun-filled craft session on your PD Day. We’ll have all the supplies you need to make something colorful, cool, and totally YOU. Adult supervision recommended. While supplies last!

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Drop by the library for a fun-filled craft session on your PD Day. We’ll have all the supplies you need to make something colorful, cool, and totally YOU. Adult supervision recommended. While supplies last!

This event is in the "Family" group

PD Day Fun

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 9:15am - 5:00pm
Public Area at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Family

Drop by the library for a fun-filled craft session on your PD Day. We’ll have all the supplies you need to make something colorful, cool, and totally YOU. Adult supervision recommended. While supplies last!

Library Branch: Seaway Mall Branch
Room: Public Area
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Drop by the library for a fun-filled craft session on your PD Day. We’ll have all the supplies you need to make something colorful, cool, and totally YOU. Adult supervision recommended. While supplies last!

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Funtime Fridays

Friday, January 16, 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 "Seniors" group

Healthy Safe and Strong Older Adults Exercise Group

Friday, January 16, 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 "Family" group

Snuggle In: Hibernation Storytime & Art

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Program Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Family

The Art Gallery of Welland and WPL invite you to join us for a cozy winter story and learn about how woodland animals stay warm through the winter. Snuggle up and create your own hibernation-themed artwork to bring home. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Art Gallery of Welland and WPL invite you to join us for a cozy winter story and learn about how woodland animals stay warm through the winter. Snuggle up and create your own hibernation-themed artwork to bring home. 

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

Goals and Intentions for the Future

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Program Room at Diamond Trail Branch
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Let's brainstorm together to identify some fun attainable and achievable goals and intentions to set for the new year. Materials are supplied, just bring your own ideas!

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

Let's brainstorm together to identify some fun attainable and achievable goals and intentions to set for the new year. Materials are supplied, just bring your own ideas!

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

OGS: Family Research Help

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Program Room (Full Room) at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
Local History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

The Ontario Genealogical Society will be on-site to answer questions and provide direction to those researching their family history. 

Library Branch: Seaway Mall Branch
Room: Program Room (Full Room)
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Local History & Genealogy
Event Details:

The Ontario Genealogical Society will be on-site to answer questions and provide direction to those researching their family history. 

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

Yoga for Older Adults

Monday, January 19, 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

Spices of the World Kit

Monday, January 19, 2026 at 9:30am - 5:30pm
All Locations
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Treat your taste buds to a world tour with our Spices of the World kit! Every week, you can check out a new spice and a tasty recipe to try out at home. Swing by any library location to grab your weekly spice kit, while supplies last!

Library Branch: All Locations
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: General Interest
Event Details:

Treat your taste buds to a world tour with our Spices of the World kit! Every week, you can check out a new spice and a tasty recipe to try out at home. Swing by any library location to grab your weekly spice kit, while supplies last!

Disclaimer(s)

Food & Drink Programs

Please be aware that food will be used in this program as snacks and/or craft supplies.  The library cannot guarantee a completely allergen free atmosphere during this program.

This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Sensory Storytime

Monday, January 19, 2026 at 11:15am - 12:30pm
Program Room (Full Room) at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Children

This program supports early literacy learning in a quiet, sensitive, and accessible space. Children and their caregivers will enjoy routine, sensory-friendly activities, and more.

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

This program supports early literacy learning in a quiet, sensitive, and accessible space. Children and their caregivers will enjoy routine, sensory-friendly activities, and more.

This event is in the "Seniors" group

Sewing Classes With Links for Greener Learning

Monday, January 19, 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.

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

Scrabble Club

Monday, January 19, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Seminar Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
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: Arts & Crafts
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 19, 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

Positive Discipline in Everyday Parenting

Monday, January 19, 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 "All Ages" group

Granny Squares 101

Monday, January 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Program Room (Back Room) at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
All Ages

We are creating a community quilt made of crochet granny squares for those attending dialysis treatment at the Welland Hospital. This is a hands-on session where participants learn to create classic granny squares to add to our quilt.

Library Branch: Seaway Mall Branch
Room: Program Room (Back Room)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: General Interest
Event Details:

We are creating a community quilt made of crochet granny squares for those attending dialysis treatment at the Welland Hospital. This is a hands-on session where participants learn to create classic granny squares to add to our quilt.

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Toddler Tales

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:15am
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 "Seniors" group

Digital Skills Workshop for Seniors

Tuesday, January 20, 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 20, 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!