Upcoming Events

Featured Events

Irish Dance Show & Demo

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Centre Court at Seaway Mall Branch

Program Type:

Special Events

Age Group:

Family
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Library Branch: Seaway Mall Branch
Room: Centre Court
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Special Events
Event Details:

Catch the De Menezes Reilly Irish Dancers to see traditional Irish dancing.

Pysanky Eggs

Pysanka Egg Decorating

Friday, July 11, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Room at Main Branch

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

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

Learn to make beautiful eggs using the technique called pysanky. 

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Family Yoga

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Program Room (Full) at Seaway Mall Branch

Program Type:

Health & Wellness

Age Group:

Family
Register Now
Library Branch: Seaway Mall Branch
Room: Program Room (Full)
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

This family class is structured so both parents and children can enjoy themselves while moving in a supportive, non-competitive environment. Dress comfortably.

colorful drawings of planets and sun

Basics of Astronomy with Jay

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Off Site

Program Type:

Special Events

Age Group:

Family
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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Special Events
Event Details:

Join us for an exciting astronomy presentation with enthusiast, Jay at the Welland Museum.

Puzzle Tournament

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room (Full) at Seaway Mall Branch

Program Type:

Special Events

Age Group:

Teens, Adults, Seniors
Register Now
Library Branch: Seaway Mall Branch
Room: Program Room (Full)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Special Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

Be the first to put together a 500-piece puzzle! Groups no larger than 2 persons.

Produce Market

Pop-Up Market

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 1:15pm - 2:30pm
Lounge at Main Branch

Program Type:

Special Events

Age Group:

All Ages
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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.

3D Printer

Family 3D Printer Demo

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Program Room at Main Branch

Program Type:

Technology

Age Group:

Family
Register Now
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn 3D Printer basics with library staff.

Bear Soapstone Carving

Soapstone Carving Workshop

Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Program Room at Main Branch

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

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

Learn how to carve your own soapstone sculpture with the Niagara Peninsula Geological Society.  

My Weird School book cover

Meet My Weird School Author: Dan Gutman

Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Program Room (Back) at Seaway Mall Branch

Program Type:

Author Visits

Age Group:

Children, Family
Register Now
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!

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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.

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

Art on the Canal- Fun Crafts

5:30pm–6:30pm
Family
Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Gazebo
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let's do some nature crafts! Everyone is welcome and encouraged to be creative at Art on the Canal. In case of inclement weather, meet us inside the Main Branch.

End of Summer Bash

11:00am–12:00pm
Family
Special Events
Library Branch: Main Branch
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Special Events
Event Details:

Celebrate your reading success with us on Wednesday August 13, from 11am-12pm for crafts, glitter tattoos, frozen treats, visit the Ice Dogs hockey booth, tinker with Robothink, get hands on with Niagara Handweavers, free giveaways, and more!

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

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.

Indigenous Beading

1:00pm–4:00pm
Family
Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for an afternoon of learning about traditional Indigenous beadwork, taught by the talented Mika of Indigenous Dreams!

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. 

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

Family Yoga

10:00am–11:00am
Family
Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Library Branch: Seaway Mall Branch
Room: Program Room (Full)
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

This family class is structured so both parents and children can enjoy themselves while moving in a supportive, non-competitive environment. Dress comfortably.

Labour Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
All Locations, Main Branch, Seaway Mall Branch, Diamond Trail Branch, Off Site

Thanksgiving

All Day
Closing
Branches:
All Locations, Main Branch, Seaway Mall Branch, Diamond Trail Branch, Off Site

Christmas Eve

2:00pm–8:00pm
Closing
Branches:
All Locations, Main Branch, Seaway Mall Branch, Diamond Trail Branch, Off Site

Christmas Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
All Locations, Main Branch, Seaway Mall Branch, Diamond Trail Branch, Off Site

Boxing Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
All Locations, Main Branch, Seaway Mall Branch, Diamond Trail Branch, Off Site

New Year's Eve

2:00pm–8:00pm
Closing
Branches:
All Locations, Main Branch, Seaway Mall Branch, Diamond Trail Branch, Off Site