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Knitting Club

Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Program 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: Program 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

Yoga for Older Adults

Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Program Room (Full) 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.

Library Branch: Seaway Mall Branch
Room: Program Room (Full)
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
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 "Family" group

Crafting Your Way Around the World

Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Program Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Family

Each week, make a craft inspired by different cultures from around the world! While supplies last.

 

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

Each week, make a craft inspired by different cultures from around the world! While supplies last.

 

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Photography and Film Policy

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

Community Connections Books and More

Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Program Room (Front) at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

In collaboration with NHS Outpatient Mental Health, this book club will alternate discussing small portions of selected books and connecting with others through activities.

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

In collaboration with NHS Outpatient Mental Health, this book club will alternate discussing small portions of selected books and connecting with others through activities.

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

Scrabble Club

Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Program Room (Front) at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us every Thursday at the Seaway Mall library branch for an afternoon of Scrabble fun starting at 1pm. 

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

Join us every Thursday at the Seaway Mall library branch for an afternoon of Scrabble fun starting at 1pm. 

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

Book Club on the Canal

Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Gazebo at Main Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Heather Marshall's novel, The Secret History of Audrey James is a beautifully woven story set in 1938 Germany and 2010 England. Two female main characters carry burdens and grief from things that happened in their past.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Gazebo
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Heather Marshall's novel, The Secret History of Audrey James is a beautifully woven story set in 1938 Germany and 2010 England. Two female main characters carry burdens and grief from things that happened in their past.

This event is in the "Family" group

Fun with Origami

Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Area at Main Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Family

This self-directed, hands-on Origami making sessions will help you learn how to fold, bend, crease, and create your very own origami project! Supplies limited, adult supervision recommended.

 

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

This self-directed, hands-on Origami making sessions will help you learn how to fold, bend, crease, and create your very own origami project! Supplies limited, adult supervision recommended.

 

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 "Children" group

Where in the world is...?

Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Program Room (Full) at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Follow the track of famous jewel thief and be the first to solve the case. Based on the popular global riddle game. 

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

Follow the track of famous jewel thief and be the first to solve the case. Based on the popular global riddle game. 

This event is in the "Children" group

Reading Buddies

Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Seminar Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Children

Reading Buddies is a program aimed at providing an engaging environment to help improve reading skills.  Children aged 5-11 will be paired with a teen volunteer who will use books and literacy based games to practice reading.

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Seminar Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Reading Buddies is a program aimed at providing an engaging environment to help improve reading skills.  Children aged 5-11 will be paired with a teen volunteer who will use books and literacy based games to practice reading.

This event is in the "Family" group

STEAM Toy Lab

Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Public Area at Diamond Trail Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Technology
Age Group:
Family

Drop-in to explore the world of STEAM through fun, hands-on toys! Children will design, build, and experiment with creative projects that spark curiosity and problem-solving skills.

Library Branch: Diamond Trail Branch
Room: Public Area
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Technology
Event Details:

Drop-in to explore the world of STEAM through fun, hands-on toys! Children will design, build, and experiment with creative projects that spark curiosity and problem-solving skills.

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Storytime for Preschoolers

Friday, August 1, 2025 at 9:45am - 10:30am
Program Room (Full) at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool

Enjoy stories, music, and rhymes that develop your child’s early literacy skills.

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

Enjoy stories, music, and rhymes that develop your child’s early literacy skills.

This event is in the "Children" group

Make Your Own Mixes

Friday, August 1, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Program Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Make Your Own Just-Add-Water Mixes! Get ready to make some mason jars or Ziploc bag meals, mixes and desserts!   Each week we will make something different! Sign up for one OR sign up for them all!

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

Make Your Own Just-Add-Water Mixes! Get ready to make some mason jars or Ziploc bag meals, mixes and desserts!   Each week we will make something different! Sign up for one OR sign up for them all!

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.

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.

Photography and Film Policy

This event is in the "Seniors" group

Healthy Safe and Strong Older Adults Exercise Group

Friday, August 1, 2025 at 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Program Room (Full) at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Seniors

Seniors exercise group. To register, call the Niagara Region intake line at 905-984-2621. 

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

Seniors exercise group. To register, call the Niagara Region intake line at 905-984-2621. 

Civic Holiday

All Day
All Locations, Main Branch, Seaway Mall Branch, Diamond Trail Branch, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
All Locations, Main Branch, Seaway Mall Branch, Diamond Trail Branch, Off Site
This event is in the "Family" group

Art Factory

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Program Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Family

Drop-in to unplug and spend time as a family to make an amazing craft while visiting the library.   Make a different craft each week! While supplies last.

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

Drop-in to unplug and spend time as a family to make an amazing craft while visiting the library.   Make a different craft each week! While supplies last.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Photography and Film Policy

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 "Preschool" group

Toddler Tales: Summer Fun

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Program Room (Full) 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)
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 "Family" group

Kanopy and Kraft

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Room at Diamond Trail Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Family

Drop-in and watch a short family movie from around the world, using our Kanopy movie library database, and do a related craft each week. Adult supervision recommended. While supplies last. 

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

Drop-in and watch a short family movie from around the world, using our Kanopy movie library database, and do a related craft each week. Adult supervision recommended. While supplies last. 

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

Yoga on The Canal

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Gazebo at Main Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

Come nurture in nature! Guided outdoor yoga practice for all levels. Connect, move, and breathe together. Presented in collaboration with the City of Welland.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Gazebo
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come nurture in nature! Guided outdoor yoga practice for all levels. Connect, move, and breathe together. Presented in collaboration with the City of Welland.

This event is in the "Children" group

Tales & Tunes in Hindi

Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Program Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Join us at the library for a fun-filled Hindi story time with tales, songs, and rhymes that spark imagination and celebrate culture. 

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

Join us at the library for a fun-filled Hindi story time with tales, songs, and rhymes that spark imagination and celebrate culture. 

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

Adult Chess

Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Program Room (Full) at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
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. 

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

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

This event is in the "Family" group

Lego Challenge

Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Public Area at Diamond Trail Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Family

Build with our library Lego collection and use a challenge card to up your building skills. Adult supervision recommended.

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

Build with our library Lego collection and use a challenge card to up your building skills. Adult supervision recommended.

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 "Children" group

Let's Play Chess

Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Program Room (Full) at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Whether you're a beginner or an advanced chess player, you'll have fun learning tips and tricks to improve your strategy in this weekly program. Recommended for kids aged 7-13.

Library Branch: Seaway Mall Branch
Room: Program Room (Full)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Whether you're a beginner or an advanced chess player, you'll have fun learning tips and tricks to improve your strategy in this weekly program. Recommended for kids aged 7-13.

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

Knitting Club

Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Program 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: Program 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

Writer's Guild

Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Lounge at Main Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

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

 

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

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