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Yoga for Older Adults

Thursday, August 7, 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, August 7, 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, August 7, 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, August 7, 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 "Family" group

Fun with Origami

Thursday, August 7, 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, August 7, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Program Room (Full) at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Follow the track of a 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 a 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, August 7, 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, August 7, 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 "Children" group

Make Your Own Mixes

Friday, August 8, 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 8, 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. 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Chocolate Kiss Catchers

Friday, August 8, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Program Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Learn how to make a plastic canvas kiss catcher that holds a chocolate “kiss”. Food waiver form required before participation.

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

Learn how to make a plastic canvas kiss catcher that holds a chocolate “kiss”. Food waiver form required before participation.

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 "All Ages" group

Book Lovers Day

Saturday, August 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Program Room (Full) at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All Ages

Celebrate Book Lovers Day! Drop-in for some fun activities for all ages.

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

Celebrate Book Lovers Day! Drop-in for some fun activities for all ages.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Make Up Tips with Anna

Saturday, August 9, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Room (Front) at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens

Join this ever popular teen make-up tutorial class, with professional make up artist, Anna Lukomska. Ask questions and maybe get a makeover, if time allows. 

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

Join this ever popular teen make-up tutorial class, with professional make up artist, Anna Lukomska. Ask questions and maybe get a makeover, if time allows. 

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

Yoga for Older Adults

Monday, August 11, 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 "Children" group

Taylor Swift Party

Monday, August 11, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Program Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Calling all Swifties! Join us at the library for an afternoon of music, fun, and all things Taylor Swift!

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

Calling all Swifties! Join us at the library for an afternoon of music, fun, and all things Taylor Swift!

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Pop-Up Market

Monday, August 11, 2025 at 1:15pm - 2:30pm
Lounge at Main Branch
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
All Ages

Pay what you can as there are no set prices at this in-library fresh produce market! Please bring your own bag.

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

Pay what you can as there are no set prices at this in-library fresh produce market! Please bring your own bag.

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

Scrabble Club

Monday, August 11, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
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

Beaded Safety Pin Art

Monday, August 11, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Beaded safety pins is a fun craft that will keep you busy and boredom away!

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

Beaded safety pins is a fun craft that will keep you busy and boredom away!

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 "Children" group

One Piece Party

Monday, August 11, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Room (Full) at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Like One Piece? So do we! Join us for crafts, trivia, and more!

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

Like One Piece? So do we! Join us for crafts, trivia, and more!

This event is in the "Family" group

Just Dance, Instant Sports and Karaoke

Monday, August 11, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Room at Diamond Trail Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Family

Drop-in and burn some energy with Just Dance, Instant Sports, or Karaoke! Bring a friend. Adult supervision recommended. 

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

Drop-in and burn some energy with Just Dance, Instant Sports, or Karaoke! Bring a friend. Adult supervision recommended. 

This event is in the "Children" group

Reading Buddies - MONDAYS

Monday, August 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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 "Preschool" group

Histoire en français/French Storytime - Drop-in

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Area at Main Branch
Program Type:
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: 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 "Family" group

Art Factory

Tuesday, August 12, 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 "Family" group

Kanopy and Kraft

Tuesday, August 12, 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