Join us this Fall for some wonderful fun for adults only -- from events to workshops, book swaps and more.
FALL PROGRAMS & EVENTS
Register for our Fall programs HERE
Local Writer's Meet & Greet
Oct 2 | 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Are you a writer looking for a local community? Come out to our first Local Writers' Meet & Greet to network, enjoy light refreshments, and find out more about other writers in our area.
80s Craft Night for Grown-Ups
Oct 8 | 6:30 - 8:30 PM
Join us for a totally rad evening of crafts, nostalgia, and all things neon -- with 4 craft tables, 80s photo wall of fame + 80s snacks and an 80s playlist.
"A House Held Up By Books" Archives Lecture
Oct 22 | 2:00 - 3:00 PM
"A House Held Up By Books: Stratford's John Davis Barnett and his Extraordinary Library" is a presentation by Betty Jo Belton of the Stratford Perth Archives.
Crafting with Books
Oct 24 | 2:00 - 3:30 PM
A hands-on session creating decor from old books -- from garlands and bunting to easy artworks.
PC READS: Dan Needles Author Visits
Oct 24 | 2:00 PM | Milverton & Oct 25 | 2:00 PM | St. Marys
Come learn more about Finding Larkspur, this year's Perth County Reads Reads selection. Dan Needles will be providing a reading from his latest book followed by a discussion. Learn about this and MORE PC Reads events on the PCIN website.
AI & You: A Beginner's Guide to AI, Digital Citizenship, & Safety Online
Oct 30 | 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Learn how to use these skills to be a better digital citizen and stay safe online. This workshop will teach attendees four quick, easy steps they can take to spot misinformation. REGISTER HERE
Duck Hunt (BONUS ALL AGES EVENT)
Oct 6 - 14 | All Day | Library + Downtown
Seek out the tiny ducks hidden on the main floor of the Library and bring the ones you find to the reference desk for ballots in our prize draw. Bonus: Find secret ducks hidden in five specific downtown businesses for extra ballots and scan the QR code. Three prize categories. Read rules and details.
PAST EVENTS
- Memoir Writing with Meg Westley
- Book Drop n Swap
- Stratford Writers Festival
LATE FALL PROGRAMS & EVENTS
Register for our Late Fall programs HERE
Thursday Night Writers Club
Thursdays in November | 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.
Musical Appreciation with Ann Reynolds
Fridays | Nov 7, 14, 18 & Dec 5 | 2:00 - 3:00 PM | Auditorium
Take a journey through MUSICAL WORLDS with Melomaniac and "Music Connoisseur" Ann Reynolds as she takes us around the world, from Toronto to Europe and beyond. With different themes each week.
Making for Baking
November 20 | 2:00 - 3:30 PM | Auditorium
Create your own personalized 3D printed cookie cutter design. Bring your favourite family "roll & cut" cookie recipe and fancy it up on Canva using pretty fonts, family photos or stories! Registration required -- limit 8 participants.
Virtual L.M. Montgomery Presentation
November 25 | 7:00 - 8:00 PM | Virtual
"A bit of a dip into some interesting books": L.M. Montgomery, Ontario Reader. Montgomery is, of course, best known as the creator of beloved books (such as Anne of Green Gables), but she was also a self-professed "book drunkard," who read dozens of books each year. Discover her favourites. Join Montgomery scholar, Emily Woster, to learn more about Montgomery as a reader in early 20th century Ontario.
Introduction to Meditation with Irene Roth
December 2 | 10:30 - 11:30 AM | Auditorium
Therapist, Irene Roth, will join us to explain the whys and hows of meditation and lead the room through some practice.
Make the Holidays: Crafting with Books
December 9 | 2:00 - 3:30 PM | Auditorium
Join us for some festive upcycling as we cut, fold, glue, colour and more, using old book pages! Create sustainable decor, gift wrap, and other fun projects as we give old books new life for the holidays.
ADULT READING CHALLENGES
Fall Into Reading Challenge
October 3 to November 30
No registration is required for this reading challenge -- simply pick up your Fall Bookmark at the main floor desk. Read library books (yes, audiobooks and eBooks count) from FOUR of the eight categories listed (book suggestions available here), and return it to be entered into a draw for a prize!
2025 Book Lovers Reading Challenge
January 1 to December 31, 2025
Tackle the challenge of reading throughout the year, by following along the unique monthly challenges. Our talented team have designed a beautifully curated "Inspiration Reading List" to match each month's category.
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.
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.
Questions? Contact Melanie at mkindrachuk@splibrary.ca or phone 519-271-0220 x 128.