Upcoming Events

Art Factory

10:00am–12:00pm

Family

Arts & Crafts

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

French Storytime with Madame Béatrice

2:00pm–3:00pm

Children, Family

Storytime

Registration Required

Library Branch: Seaway Mall Branch

Room: Program Room (Full)

Age Group: Children, Family

Program Type: Storytime

Registration Required

Event Details:

Enjoy this children's French Storytime read by Béatrice Groux, "Un si beau sourire" written by indigenous author Sunshine Quem Tenasco. Children will be asked what they find beautiful in themselves and make a craft with upcycled materials.

Kanopy and Kraft

2:00pm–4:00pm

Family

Arts & Crafts

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

Bollywood Dance Workshop

11:00am–12:00pm

Family

Special Events

Library Branch: Seaway Mall Branch

Room: Centre Court

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Special Events

Event Details:

Join Surbhi Kalavrund for a Bollywood dance workshop! This fun, high-energy workshop welcomes all ages to learn vibrant moves, enjoy upbeat music, and celebrate culture through movement. No experience needed!

Lego Challenge

2:00pm–4:00pm

Family

Arts & Crafts

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

Crafting Your Way Around the World

10:00am–12:00pm

Family

Arts & Crafts

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

Fun with Origami

2:00pm–4:00pm

Family

Arts & Crafts

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

STEAM Toy Lab

6:00pm–7:30pm

Family

Arts & Crafts, Technology

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.

Foam Party

1:30pm–2:30pm

Family

Special Events

Library Branch: Diamond Trail Branch

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Special Events

Event Details:

Come on out for a Foam Party! Kids will play, dance, and party in several feet of bubbly suds! It's a dance party surrounded by a mountain of foam! The Welland Fire Fighters just might bring their hose, too!

Meet My Weird School Author: Dan Gutman

10:30am–11:30am

Children, Family

Author Visits

Registration Required

Library Branch: Seaway Mall Branch

Room: Program Room (Back)

Age Group: Children, Family

Program Type: Author Visits

Registration Required

Event Details:

We are VERY excited to present popular children's author of the My Weird School series, and more awesome books, Dan Gutman! Join this sure-to-be-fun virtual author visit on Zoom, and pick up a take home activity kit at your library branch!

Just Dance, Instant Sports and Karaoke

2:00pm–4:00pm

Family

Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness

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.

Art Factory

10:00am–12:00pm

Family

Arts & Crafts

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

Kanopy and Kraft

2:00pm–4:00pm

Family

Arts & Crafts

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

Lego Challenge

2:00pm–4:00pm

Family

Arts & Crafts

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

Family Paint

2:30pm–3:30pm

Family

Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Library Branch: Diamond Trail Branch

Room: Program Room

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Details:

Paint along to a YouTube art tutorial for kids, as a family. Each family member can paint their own canvas or create one as a family.

Crafting Your Way Around the World

10:00am–12:00pm

Family

Arts & Crafts

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

Fun with Origami

2:00pm–4:00pm

Family

Arts & Crafts

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

STEAM Toy Lab

6:00pm–7:30pm

Family

Arts & Crafts, Technology

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.

Civic Holiday

All Day

Closing

Branches:

All Locations, Main Branch, Seaway Mall Branch, Diamond Trail Branch, Off Site

Art Factory

10:00am–12:00pm

Family

Arts & Crafts

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

Kanopy and Kraft

2:00pm–4:00pm

Family

Arts & Crafts

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

Lego Challenge

2:00pm–4:00pm

Family

Arts & Crafts

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

Crafting Your Way Around the World

10:00am–12:00pm

Family

Arts & Crafts

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

Fun with Origami

2:00pm–4:00pm

Family

Arts & Crafts

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

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