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  • The Purse Project Network - Niagara
    The Purse Project Network - Niagara
    Nov 01, 2024, 9:00 a.m. – Nov 30, 2024, 5:00 p.m.
    All Branches, 50 The Boardwalk, Welland, ON L3B 6J1, Canada
    Welland Library Main Branch is once again, a drop-off location. This annual campaign supports our local community by providing women in need with new/gently used purses filled with essential items. Purses and their contents can be dropped off at any branch Nov 1-30.
  • Pop-Up Produce Market
    Pop-Up Produce Market
    Nov 07, 2024, 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
    Diamond Trail Branch, 315 Southworth St S, Welland, ON L3B 1Z8, Canada
    Pay what you can as there are no set prices at this in-library fresh produce market! Please bring your own bag.
  • Reading Buddies
    Reading Buddies
    Multiple Dates
    Nov 07, 2024, 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
    Diamond Trail Branch, 315 Southworth St S, Welland, ON L3B 1Z8, Canada
    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. Children of all reading levels are welcome.
  • Time Capsule Activities
    Time Capsule Activities
    Nov 09, 2024, 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
    Main Branch , 50 The Boardwalk Welland, Ontario L3B 6J1
    We're getting ready to celebrate our 200th anniversary and so can you! Families can drop in and make a craft, spin a wheel for prizes, and write a message to the future for inclusion in our time capsule.
  • Yoga for Older Adults
    Yoga for Older Adults
    Multiple Dates
    Nov 11, 2024, 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
    Seaway Mall Branch, 800 Niagara St, Welland, ON L3C 1M3, Canada
    Pose and stretch in this yoga program designed for older adults. Presented in partnership with Seaway Mall.
  • Scrabble Club Main Branch
    Scrabble Club Main Branch
    Multiple Dates
    Nov 11, 2024, 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    Main Branch, 50 The Boardwalk, Welland, ON L3B 6J1, Canada
    Test your word skills at the library! All skill levels are welcome to join this relaxed club for Scrabble aficionados! No registration is required.
  • Toddler Tales
    Toddler Tales
    Multiple Dates
    Nov 12, 2024, 10:15 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.
    Seaway Mall branch, 800 Niagara St, Welland, ON L3C 1M3, Canada
    Foster a love of reading in this program that develops language abilities. We will explore themed stories, rhymes, songs, activities, and bubbles! For ages 1-2 years plus a caregiver. Weekly, Tuesdays at 10:15am.
  • Return2Hope Counselling Group Therapy Sessions
    Return2Hope Counselling Group Therapy Sessions
    Multiple Dates
    Nov 12, 2024, 11:30 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.
    Main Branch, 50 The Boardwalk, Welland, ON L3B 6J1, Canada
    Are you interested in learning more about proven strategies for self-care and mental wellbeing in a safe and supportive group environment? If so, you are invited to join our weekly group therapy sessions led by a counsellor from The Hope Centre’s Return2Hope program.
  • ESL Conversation CIrcle
    ESL Conversation CIrcle
    Multiple Dates
    Nov 12, 2024, 2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
    Main Branch, 50 The Boardwalk, Welland, ON L3B 6J1, Canada
    In partnership with the Welland Heritage Council and Multicultural Centre and the Niagara Folk Arts Multicultural Centre, this group is open to newcomers or anyone looking to improve their English language skills.
  • The Art of Plasticine Workshop
    The Art of Plasticine Workshop
    Nov 12, 2024, 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
    Main Branch , 50 The Boardwalk Welland, Ontario L3B 6J1
    (7-12 yrs) Come join us this fall to play with plasticine and learn about form, colour and texture by creating wonderful and engaging illustrations inspired by Barbara Reid! We will be using colourful plasticine to create engaging artwork inspired by fall colours!
  • Artsy Babies
    Artsy Babies
    Multiple Dates
    Nov 13, 2024, 10:45 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.
    Main Branch , 50 The Boardwalk Welland, Ontario L3B 6J1
    0-11 months+caregiver Come 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. There will be a story-time with songs, bounces, bubbles and parachute fun, too!
  • 3D Printer Demo
    3D Printer Demo
    Nov 13, 2024, 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
    Main Branch, 50 The Boardwalk, Welland, ON L3B 6J1, Canada
    Learn 3D printer basics with library staff.
  • Knitting Club
    Knitting Club
    Multiple Dates
    Nov 13, 2024, 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
    Welland, 50 The Boardwalk, Welland, ON L3B 6J1, Canada
    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 evening. Please bring your own yarn, needles, and supplies.
  • Writers Guild
    Writers Guild
    Multiple Dates
    Nov 13, 2024, 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
    Main Branch, 50 The Boardwalk, Welland, ON L3B 6J1, Canada
    Looking for a scribe tribe to share your creative writing with!? Look no further! You are invited to join the newly-formed Writer’s Guild.
  • PAWS Therapy Dogs
    PAWS Therapy Dogs
    Multiple Dates
    Nov 16, 2024, 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
    Seaway Mall Branch, 800 Niagara St, Welland, ON L3C 1M3, Canada
    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.
  • Ontario Genealogy Society - Help with Your Family History
    Ontario Genealogy Society - Help with Your Family History
    Nov 16, 2024, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
    Main Branch, 50 The Boardwalk, Welland, ON L3B 6J1, Canada
    The Ontario Genealogical Society will be on-site to answer questions and provide direction to those researching their family history.
  • Niagara's Mobile Closet
    Niagara's Mobile Closet
    Nov 18, 2024, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
    Main Branch, 50 The Boardwalk, Welland, ON L3B 6J1, Canada
    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.
  • Meditation/Journaling with Marcia
    Meditation/Journaling with Marcia
    Multiple Dates
    Nov 19, 2024, 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
    Seaway Mall Branch, 800 Niagara St, Welland, ON L3C 1M3, Canada
    Meditation and journaling are two beneficial relaxation practices. When combined, these practices can be especially effective in cultivating mindfulness, reducing stress, and promoting overall well-being. Please bring a journal and pen. Fee: $5/person

Land Acknowledgement Statement

The Welland Public Library is situated on treaty land. This land is steeped in the rich history of the First Nations such as the Hatiwendaronk, the Haudenosaunee, and the Anishinaabe, including the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. There are many First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people from across Turtle Island that live and work in Niagara today. The Welland Public Library stands with all Indigenous people, past and present, in promoting the wise stewardship of the lands on which we live.

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