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This event is in the "Preschool" group

Toddler Tales

9:30am–10:15am
Preschool
Storytime
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

10:30am–12:30pm
Seniors
General Interest, Technology
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

Kanopy: Dance Fitness

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Follow along with a Dance Fitness Class video presented through our online resource, Kanopy.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Cross-Stitch Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
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!

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

Paint with Robin

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Seaway Mall Branch
Room: Program Room (Full Room)
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

Our live paint class continues! Join artist Robin Nisbet as she instructs a live step-by-step paint on canvas class. This class is for all skill levels and supplies will be provided. Fee: $5.00/person

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

Adult Chess

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults, Seniors
General Interest
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
This event is in the "Family" group

Alzheimer Society -Dementia Education Series

1:30pm–3:30pm
Adults, Seniors, Family
Health & Wellness
Library Branch: Seaway Mall Branch
Room: Program Room (Full Room)
Age Group: Adults, Seniors, Family
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

TBD

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Artsy Babies

2:00pm–2:30pm
Preschool
Storytime
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
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Knitting Club

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Seminar 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

9:15am–10:30am
Adults, Seniors
Health & Wellness
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

10:45am–11:15am
Preschool
Storytime
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
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Community Connections Books and More

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Book Club
Registration Required
Library Branch: Seaway Mall Branch
Room: Program Room (Front Room)
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

Scrabble and More!

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
General Interest
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 "Seniors" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Members Choice Book Club

2:00pm–3:00pm
Seniors, Family
Book Club
Registration Required
Library Branch: Seaway Mall Branch
Room: Program Room (Front Room)
Age Group: Seniors, Family
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Miss Austen by Gill Hornby is a story of Cassandra Austen not her sister Jane. It tells the story of her life through letters and remembrances brought about by the letters.

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

ESL Conversation Circle

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Newcomers
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 "All Ages" group

Angus Mowat Award Celebration

4:00pm–5:00pm
All Ages
Drop In, Special Events
Library Branch: Diamond Trail Branch
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Drop In, Special Events
Event Details:

Join us as we celebrate an exciting achievement for our library! Our mail-out initiative has been recognized with the 2025 Angus Mowat Award of Excellence for innovation in public service.

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

Creative Canvases

6:00pm–7:45pm
Adults, Seniors
Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Seaway Mall Branch
Room: Program Room (Full Room)
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

Let out your inner artist and join us the second Thursday of each month to paint along with a YouTube painting tutorial. All materials are provided, just bring yourself and some creativity. Fee: $5/person

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Funtime Fridays

9:45am–10:30am
Preschool
Storytime
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

1:30pm–4:00pm
Seniors
Health & Wellness
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 "All Ages" group

Granny Squares 101

11:15am–12:45pm
All Ages
Drop In, General Interest
Library Branch: Seaway Mall Branch
Room: Program Room (Front Room)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Drop In, 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

DIY Wooden Bookmark

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Library Branch: Diamond Trail Branch
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create your own Wooden Bookmark using paint, markers, vinyl decals, and more!

This event is in the "Teens" group

Create & Connect

2:00pm–3:00pm
Teens
Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

A chill space to craft, chat, and connect. Make art, make friends, and talk about real stuff — like feeling alone and finding your people. No pressure, just creativity and good conversation.

This event is in the "Seniors" group

Sewing Classes With Links for Greener Learning

1:00pm–3:00pm
Seniors
Newcomers
Registration Required
Library Branch: Seaway Mall Branch
Room: Program Room (Front 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

1:30pm–3:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Arts & Crafts, Drop In
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Seminar Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Drop In
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.