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Teen Scene: Practical Life Skills 101

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Program Room (Back Room) at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
Drop In
Age Group:
Teens

Need to brush up on some practical life skills? Drop in and join us some fun activities to help learn practical tips on daily life skills such as laundry, reading maps, and more.

 

Library Branch: Seaway Mall Branch
Room: Program Room (Back Room)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Drop In
Event Details:

Need to brush up on some practical life skills? Drop in and join us some fun activities to help learn practical tips on daily life skills such as laundry, reading maps, and more.

 

Good Friday

All Day
All Locations
Closing
Branches:
All Locations
adult reading to group of children

Saturday Storytime

Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Program Room (Front Room) at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
Drop In, Storytime
Age Group:
Family

Join us for a children's storytime on Saturday morning, once a month. Enjoy stories, songs, parachute, bubbles, and more! 

Library Branch: Seaway Mall Branch
Room: Program Room (Front Room)
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Drop In, Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for a children's storytime on Saturday morning, once a month. Enjoy stories, songs, parachute, bubbles, and more! 

Easter Sunday

All Day
All Locations
Closing
Branches:
All Locations

Easter Monday

All Day
All Locations
Closing
Branches:
All Locations
scrabble board

Scrabble Club

Monday, April 6, 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.

Cancelled
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.

closeup of someone doing crochet

Crafts and Conversation

Monday, April 6, 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.

Cancelled
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.

boardgame

National Board Game Day

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Program Room at Diamond Trail Branch
Program Type:
Drop In, General Interest
Age Group:
All Ages

Celebrate National Board Game Day by coming to the Diamond Trail Branch and playing some fun games, including Qwirkle, Cranium Cards, Balderdash, Disney Villainous, and more!

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

Celebrate National Board Game Day by coming to the Diamond Trail Branch and playing some fun games, including Qwirkle, Cranium Cards, Balderdash, Disney Villainous, and more!

Old Family Pictures

OGS: Family Research Help

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Program Room (Front Room) at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
Drop In, 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 (Front Room)
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Drop In, 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. 

scrabble board

Scrabble Club

Monday, April 13, 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.

closeup of someone doing crochet

Crafts and Conversation

Monday, April 13, 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.

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.

PAWS

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.

group of writers at a table

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.

promo for authors day

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.

Photography and Film Policy

scrabble board

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.

closeup of someone doing crochet

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.

Woman Reading a book with children

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!

Photo of the earth with flowers surrounding it

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. 

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

scrabble board

Scrabble Club

Monday, April 27, 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.

closeup of someone doing crochet

Crafts and Conversation

Monday, April 27, 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.

Comics

Free Comic Book Day

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
All Locations
Program Type:
Drop In, General Interest
Age Group:
All Ages

Free Comic Book Day returns with more great titles to discover!  Thank you to Sketchbook Comics for providing all titles. While supplies last.
 

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

Free Comic Book Day returns with more great titles to discover!  Thank you to Sketchbook Comics for providing all titles. While supplies last.
 

adult reading to group of children

Saturday Storytime

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Program Room (Full Room) at Seaway Mall Branch
Program Type:
Drop In, Storytime
Age Group:
Family

Join us for a children's story-time on Saturday morning, once a month. Enjoy stories, songs, parachute, bubbles, and more!

Library Branch: Seaway Mall Branch
Room: Program Room (Full Room)
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Drop In, Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for a children's story-time on Saturday morning, once a month. Enjoy stories, songs, parachute, bubbles, and more!