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This event is in the "Seniors" group
Seniors
Health & Wellness
This event is in the "Seniors" group
May
11
2026
Mon
Yoga for Older Adults
9:30am–10:30am
Health & Wellness
Library Branch:
Seaway Mall Branch
Room:
Program Room (Full Room)
Age Group:
Seniors
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
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This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
May
12
2026
Tue
Library Branch:
Seaway Mall Branch
Room:
Program Room (Full Room)
Age Group:
Preschool
Program Type:
Storytime
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!
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Adults,
Seniors
Health & Wellness
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
May
14
2026
Thu
Yoga for Older Adults
9:30am–10:30am
Health & Wellness
Library Branch:
Seaway Mall Branch
Room:
Program Room (Full Room)
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
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This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
May
15
2026
Fri
Library Branch:
Seaway Mall Branch
Room:
Program Room (Full Room)
Age Group:
Preschool
Program Type:
Storytime
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Adults,
Seniors
Arts & Crafts
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
May
12
2026
Tue
Common Threads
10:00am–12:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch:
Main Branch
Room:
Program Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
This friendly sewing group is designed for adults of all abilities - whether you’ve never threaded a needle or you're dusting off an old sewing machine.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Adults,
Seniors
General Interest
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
May
13
2026
Wed
Adult Chess
10:00am–12:00pm
General Interest
Library Branch:
Seaway Mall Branch
Room:
Program Room (Back Room)
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
General Interest
Event Details:
Adults, join us for chess at the Seaway Mall library branch every Wednesday at 10am. No registration required. All skill levels are welcome.
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
May
13
2026
Wed
Artsy Babies
10:45am–11:15am
Storytime
Library Branch:
Main Branch
Room:
Program Room
Age Group:
Preschool
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Bring your baby to an art class and keep the mess away from your house! Each week, you and your baby will enjoy socializing and making a one-of-a-kind hand or footprint craft.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group
All Ages
Drop In,
Health & Wellness
This event is in the "All Ages" group
May
16
2026
Sat
PAWS Therapy Dogs
10:00am–11:00am
Drop In,
Health & Wellness
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.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group
All Ages
Drop In,
General Interest
This event is in the "All Ages" group
May
11
2026
Mon
Niagara's Mobile Closet
11:00am–1:00pm
Drop In,
General Interest
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Drop In,
General Interest
Event Details:
Niagara's Mobile Closet returns to WPL with their completely free shopping experience for those with clothing and shoe accessibility barriers. Several community support organizations offering resources and information will also be on site.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Adults,
Seniors
Book Club
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
May
14
2026
Thu
Community Connections Books and More
11:00am–12:00pm
Book Club
Library Branch:
Seaway Mall Branch
Room:
Program Room (Front Room)
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Book Club
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.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group
All Ages
Drop In,
Health & Wellness
This event is in the "All Ages" group
May
15
2026
Fri
Kindness Month: Cards for Seniors 💛
12:30pm–1:30pm
Drop In,
Health & Wellness
Library Branch:
All Locations
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Drop In,
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
May is Kindness Month! Spread joy by making a handmade card for a homebound senior in our community who may be feeling lonely or isolated. Card materials will be available at each branch throughout May.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group
All Ages
General Interest
This event is in the "All Ages" group
May
11
2026
Mon
Pop-Up Market
1:15pm–2:30pm
General Interest
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
General Interest
Event Details:
Pay what you can as there are no set prices at this in-library fresh produce market! Please bring your own bag. While supplies last.
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Adults,
Seniors
Drop In,
General Interest
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
May
11
2026
Mon
Scrabble Club
1:30pm–3:30pm
Drop In,
General Interest
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.
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This event is in the "Seniors" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
May
12
2026
Tue
Your Neighbourhood OT’s Mobility Clinic
Library Branch:
Seaway Mall Branch
Room:
Program Room (Full Room)
Age Group:
Seniors
Program Type:
Drop In
Event Details:
Your Neighbourhood OT’s invite community members to join us for a FREE clinic to learn about healthy activity and independent mobility!
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Adults,
Seniors
Newcomers
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
May
13
2026
Wed
Learn Crochet with Links for Greener Learning
Library Branch:
Seaway Mall Branch
Room:
Program Room (Full Room)
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Newcomers
Event Details:
The crochet workshops offer hands-on instruction in the art of crochet, teaching participants various techniques to create handmade items.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
May
14
2026
Thu
Scrabble and More!
1:00pm–3:00pm
General Interest
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 "Preschool" group
Preschool
Health & Wellness
This event is in the "Preschool" group
May
14
2026
Thu
Infant Massage
1:30pm–3:00pm
Health & Wellness
Library Branch:
Main Branch
Age Group:
Preschool
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Massaging your baby brings wonderful benefits, including bonding with baby, relieving gas, colic and constipation, and promotes relaxation/sleep.
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This event is in the "Seniors" group
Seniors
Health & Wellness
This event is in the "Seniors" group
May
15
2026
Fri
Healthy Safe and Strong Older Adults Exercise Group
1:30pm–4:00pm
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Adults,
Seniors
Drop In,
Local History & Genealogy
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
May
16
2026
Sat
OGS: Family Research Help
1:30pm–3:30pm
Drop In,
Local History & Genealogy
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.
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This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
May
12
2026
Tue
Library Branch:
Main Branch
Room:
Program Room
Age Group:
Preschool
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Bring your baby to an art class and keep the mess away from your house! Each week, you and your baby will enjoy socializing with other adults and make a one-of-a-kind hand or footprint craft.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Adults,
Seniors
Newcomers
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
May
14
2026
Thu
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group
Children
General Interest
This event is in the "Children" group
May
16
2026
Sat
Grade 3 Math Skills Booster
3:30pm–4:30pm
General Interest
Library Branch:
Seaway Mall Branch
Room:
Program Room (Back Room)
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
General Interest
Event Details:
This program reviews key Ontario Grade 3 math curriculum concepts while building confidence and familiarity with EQAO-style math questions and problem-solving strategies. Suitable for those learning and/or wanting a refresh.
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| 4 pm |
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This event is in the "Children" group
Children
General Interest
This event is in the "Children" group
May
13
2026
Wed
Let's Play Chess Jr.
4:00pm–5:30pm
General Interest
Library Branch:
Seaway Mall Branch
Room:
Program Room (Full Room)
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
General Interest
Event Details:
Whether you're a beginner or an advanced chess player, you'll have fun learning tips and tricks to improve your strategy.
This event is in the "Family" group
Family
Drop In,
Technology
This event is in the "Family" group
May
13
2026
Wed
3D Printer Demonstration
4:30pm–5:30pm
Drop In,
Technology
Library Branch:
Diamond Trail Branch
Room:
Program Room
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Drop In,
Technology
Event Details:
Learn 3D printer basics with library staff.
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| 5 pm |
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
May
11
2026
Mon
Dungeons & Dragons Club
5:00pm–7:00pm
General Interest
Library Branch:
Diamond Trail Branch
Room:
Program Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
General Interest
Event Details:
Come join our new Dungeons and Dragons Club and dive into the world of D&D!
This event is in the "Adults" group
Adults
Parents & Caregivers
This event is in the "Adults" group
May
11
2026
Mon
Positive Discipline in Everyday Parenting
5:45pm–7:45pm
Parents & Caregivers
Library Branch:
Main Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Parents & Caregivers
Event Details:
Join this 9 week program for parents or caregivers of children 0-18 year old. It is designed to help you navigate parenting challenges in a way that teaches problem solving, brain development, and strengthens relationships.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Adults,
Seniors
Arts & Crafts
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
May
12
2026
Tue
Adult Craft Night: Mixed Media Birch Trees
5:30pm–7:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch:
Seaway Mall Branch
Room:
Program Room (Full Room)
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Mixed media birch tree art is a popular visual art form that combines multiple materials to capture the unique texture and aesthetic of birch forests. They’re easy, accessible and impressive!
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This event is in the "Children" group
Children
General Interest
This event is in the "Children" group
May
14
2026
Thu
Reading Buddies
5:30pm–6:30pm
General Interest
Library Branch:
Diamond Trail Branch
Room:
Program Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
General Interest
Event Details:
Reading Buddies is a program aimed at providing an engaging environment to help improve reading skills. Children aged 5-11 will be paired with a teen volunteer who will use books and literacy based games to practice reading.
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| 6 pm |
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Adults,
Seniors
Arts & Crafts,
Drop In
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
May
11
2026
Mon
Crafts and Conversation
6:00pm–7:30pm
Arts & Crafts,
Drop In
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.
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
May
11
2026
Mon
Red Flags, Green Flags & Everything in Between
6:00pm–7:30pm
General Interest
Library Branch:
Main Branch
Room:
Program Room
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
General Interest
Event Details:
What does respect look like in friendships, dating, and online spaces? In this 3 part series, teens will explore healthy relationships, consent, communication, and how gender stereotypes can affect how we treat ourselves and others.
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
May
12
2026
Tue
Cross-Stitch Club
6:00pm–7:30pm
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch:
Diamond Trail Branch
Room:
Program Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Our 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!
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Adults,
Seniors
Arts & Crafts
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
May
13
2026
Wed
Knitting Club
6:00pm–7:30pm
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 "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Children,
Teens
General Interest
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
May
13
2026
Wed
Let's Play Chess Sr.
6:00pm–7:30pm
General Interest
Library Branch:
Seaway Mall Branch
Room:
Program Room (Full Room)
Age Group:
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
General Interest
Event Details:
Whether you're a beginner or an advanced chess player, you'll have fun learning tips and tricks to improve your strategy.
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Adults,
Seniors
General Interest
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
May
13
2026
Wed
Welland Writers Guild
6:00pm–7:30pm
General Interest
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.
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