Event List

Age Group
Age Group
Program Type
Program Type
Library Branch
Ongoing Events

Primary tabs

This event is in the "Seniors" group

Digital Skills Workshop for Seniors

Tuesday, January 13, 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
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Adult Chess

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Program Room (Front 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 (Front 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 "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

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

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

Adult Chess

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Program Room (Front 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 (Front 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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Welland Writers Guild

Wednesday, January 21, 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

Scrabble and More!

Thursday, January 22, 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 "All Ages" group

Granny Squares 101

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 11:15am - 12:45pm
Program Room (Full 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 (Full 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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Bruce Trail Conservancy Presentation

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Program Room (Full Room) at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors, Family

Come learn about The  Bruce Trail Conservancy, which conserves and cares for land within the Niagara Escarpment (UNESCO World Biosphere).

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

Come learn about The  Bruce Trail Conservancy, which conserves and cares for land within the Niagara Escarpment (UNESCO World Biosphere).

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

Spices of the World Kit

Monday, January 26, 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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Simple Sanctuary Home Organization

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Program Room (Full Room) at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join Michelle from Simple Sanctuary Home Organization to learn about the KonMari Method and tidying principles to boost your home organization skills. 

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 Michelle from Simple Sanctuary Home Organization to learn about the KonMari Method and tidying principles to boost your home organization skills. 

This event is in the "Seniors" group

Digital Skills Workshop for Seniors

Tuesday, January 27, 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
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Adult Chess

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Program Room (Front 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 (Front 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 "Adults" group

Scrabble and More!

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Room (Back 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 (Back 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

Spices of the World Kit

Monday, February 2, 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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Dungeons & Dragons Club

Monday, February 2, 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 "Seniors" group

Digital Skills Workshop for Seniors

Tuesday, February 3, 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 "Seniors" group

Crime Stoppers: Be Aware Take Care for Seniors

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Program Room (Full Room) at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Seniors

Join the Niagara Elder Abuse Prevention Network in partnership with Crime Stoppers of Niagara for a presentation to learn about: 

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

Join the Niagara Elder Abuse Prevention Network in partnership with Crime Stoppers of Niagara for a presentation to learn about: 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Finding a Balance for Children and Youth with Autism in a Digital World

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Program Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults

Why do neurodivergent learners gravitate towards technology usage? In partnership with Bethesda, we’re exploring practical ways to help children build healthier screen habits.

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

Why do neurodivergent learners gravitate towards technology usage? In partnership with Bethesda, we’re exploring practical ways to help children build healthier screen habits.

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

Adult Chess

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Program Room (Front 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 (Front 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.