Join us this year for some wonderful fun for adults only -- from events to workshops, puzzles swaps and crafting, and more.
FEBRUARY PROGRAMS & EVENTS
Register for our Winter Programs HERE
The Winter Olympics Opening Ceremonies Viewing Party
Feb 6 | 1:30 PM | Auditorium | Drop-In
Bring your Canadian enthusiasm and celebrate the opening of The Winter Olympics with us. Have a go at The Winter Olympics Trivia on the main and lower floor digital screens, too.
For the Love of... Crafting with Books
Feb 10 | 2:00 - 3:30 PM
For the love of... Join us for some heartfelt folding as we upcycle books into art on a Valentine's theme! Participants will cut, fold, glue and more, using old book pages.
Happy Hour - Love Your Library
Feb 13 | 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Heartwarming songs by talented local musician Kamden Gillespie, hot chocolate and baked goods., crafty literary activities, and new friends. 18+ please. Registration required.
For the Love of... Family: Discovering Your Ancestors
Feb 20 | 2:00 - 3:00 PM
Join Megan Lockhart, Assistant Archivist at the Stratford Perth Archives, for a 1 hour presentation providing insight into the best resources for research relating to genealogy, and how to get started.
**NOW FULL** For the Love of... Stitching: Intro to Basic Embroidery (ages 16+)
Feb 24 | 6:30 - 8:00 PM (Waiting list only)
Learn 5 basic embroidery stitches and how to use them to embellish your clothing or create mini art works!
For the Love of...Writing: Writers Meet & Greet
Feb 26 | 6:30 - 8:00 PM
Are you a local writer looking for community? Network, enjoy light refreshments, and find more writers in our area.
MARCH PROGRAMS & EVENTS
Register for our Winter Programs HERE
The Winter Paralympics Opening Ceremonies Viewing Party
Feb 6 | 1:30 PM | Main Floor Screen Drop-In
Join us again to celebrate the opening of The Winter Paralympics with us on the screens.
Organizing Vital Documents
NEW DATE: Mar 3 | 2:00 - 3:00 PM
Learn which Vital Documents you should pull together, and how to store them so they are safe and easily accessible when you need them -- with Lawyer Cate McCorquodale.
Equal Time: Noted & Notorious Historical Women of Stratford & Perth County
Mar 6 | 10:30 - 11:30 AM
Betty Jo Belton of the Stratford Perth Archives will share stories of famous and infamous local women of Perth County in the lead up to International Women's Day (March 8).
Publishing Tips with Rabindranath Maharaj
Mar 10 | 10:30 - 11:30 AM
Join award-winning author Rabindranath Maharaj as he talks about his experience having multiple novels and collections published by established houses, and shares his tips and guidelines for taking that journey yourself.
Puzzle & Game Drop & Swap
Mar 12 | 5:00 - 8:00 PM, Mar 13 | 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Mar 14 | 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Swap your used puzzles and games for new-to-you versions! Bring in your items that are in great condition, and with all their pieces, and swap for the same. (NOTE: Please drop at main desk on Thurs, and Auditorium on Fri.)
Here for Now Theatre Sneak Peek
Mar 12 | 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Join Fiona Mongillo, Artistic Director of the Here For Now Theatre, as she presents the background and inside scoop on the eight plays coming up in their 2026 season!
David Chapman's Birds of Ontario
Mar 28 | 2:00 PM | Stratford City Hall
Learn about Ontario birds, with all-new photos and stories, from this popular presenter and nature photographer. Co-hosted with Destination Stratford.
BOOKS & FILMS
Blind Date with a Book
Feb 1 - 28
This February, fall in love with reading and discover something new. Choose a wrapped "mystery" book, with the first sentence of the book as your only clue. Find a ballot inside to fill out for your chance to win a prize. Choose from fiction or non-fiction.
2026 Movie Challenge
Feb 1 - 28
Prepare for "Academy Award season" and challenge yourself! Pick up a card at our display to track each film you watch in February, then receive a stamp from our staff for each of them. Enjoy films from our in-house collection, digital film archive, or Kanopy.
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.