CLOSED Sunday, May 17 & Monday, May 18 for Victoria Day long weekend. Open Saturday, but no programming that day. 

CLOSED Sunday, May 17 & Monday, May 18 for Victoria Day long weekend. Open Saturday, but no programming that day. 

Elevator under construction starting Mon April 13 for 6-8 weeks. Access to the lower and main floor will be available. 

Elevator under construction starting Mon April 13 for 6-8 weeks. Access to the lower and main floor will be available. 

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Adult Programming

Join us for some wonderful adults-on programming -- from workshops, info sessions, film screenings, crafting, to art exhibits, and more. 

Adults' Corner

EARLY SPRING PROGRAMS (APRIL - MAY)

Asian Heritage Month Art Exhibit

APR 27 - MAY 31 | Main Floor

May is Asian Heritage Month in Canada. Enjoy an art exhibit featuring various artists of Asian heritage throughout the main floor.

The Tiny Art Project

Pick Up: MAY 1 - 31 | Main Floor + Tiny Art Reception: JUNE 11 | 4:00 - 6:00 PM | Auditorium 

Pick up a Tiny Art kit (includes 3x3 canvas, paintbrush, and acrylic paint) at the library's main desk, create a 3x3 canvas, and return it to the library by May 31 to have your work in a Tiny Art Reception on June 11. 

LATE SPRING / EARLY SUMMER (JUNE)

Register for our SPRING & SUMMER Programs HERE

 

AI & the Environment

JUNE 18 | 6:30 - 7:30 PM | Auditorium

Public Service Librarians, Alida and Emma, present a participatory discussion about the environmental effects and harms of Artificial Intelligence. 

Happy Hour: June Edition

JUNE 19 | 7:00 - 9:00 PM | Main Floor

An after-hours celebration of community, creativity, and connection. Sip, mingle, and soak up the atmosphere with a cash bar, literary-inspired activities, and a live musical performance right in the stacks.

Writer's Meet & Greet

JUNE 23 | 6:30 - 8:00 PM | Auditorium

Network, enjoy light refreshments, and meet and learn about other writers in our area.

Curveball at Blyth Festival

JUNE 24 | 7:00 - 8:00 PM | Auditorium

Join writer Kelly McIntosh and special guests from the Blyth Festival as they give us a sneak peek behind a very Stratford story with their big musical Curveball: The Fast-Pitch Ladies From the Factory Floor

Crafting with Books: Summer Edition

JUNE 26 | 2:00 - 3:30 PM | Library Auditorium

Cut, fold, glue and more, using old book pages, as we upcycle books into fresh new decor.

YEAR-ROUND

Pints & Pages

3rd TUESDAY of the Month | 6:30 - 8:30 PM | Relic Lobby Bar

Discuss whatever it is you've been reading - a book, a magazine, a blog, or even a podcast! New members are welcome! Registration is required due to space constraints. REGISTER HERE

Chess Knight at SPL (All Ages)

MONDAYS | 6:30 - 8:30 PM

Drop-in and gather on the main floor of the library, where all ages come together to enjoy a chill night of playing chess and drinking tea. BYOBoard if you have one -- if you don't, come anyway. 

Thursday Night Writers Club

THURSDAYS | Drop-In 5:00 - 9:00 PM | Library Main Floor

Write among books you love, alongside new friends and old. Work on your craft without saying a word, or bounce ideas off your neighbour -- all while enjoying tea and treats in a cozy environment. 

Questions? Contact Melanie at mkindrachuk@splibrary.ca or phone 519-271-0220 x 128.