Join us this Winter for some wonderful fun for adults only -- from events to workshops, puzzles swaps and crafting, and more.
JANUARY PROGRAMS & EVENTS
Register for our Winter Programs HERE
Vision Board Workshop
Jan 10 | 1:00 - 4:00 PM
Envision your 2026 with a Vision Board workshop! Learn the basics of creating a visual representation of what you want to see in the upcoming year, and have fun doing it!!
Brain Health Workshop (50+) with Baycrest Academy
Jan 13 | 11:00 AM & 1:00 PM
A special workshop for patrons aged *50+ who want to learn more about their brain health -- including an assessment and personalized report.
Intro to Movement: Exercise with OneCare
Jan 16 | 2:00 - 3:00 PM
Learn exercises and techniques to help you move into 2026! Start slow with a guided session of gentle movement led by OneCare instructors.
Memory Hacks: How to Never Lose Your Keys Again
Jan 21 | 2:00 - 3:00 PM
Join us and learn techniques and tricks to exercise your brain and jog those memories back into place. Presented by the Alzheimer Society Huron Perth.
Organizing Vital Documents
Jan 23 | 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.
FEBRUARY PROGRAMS & EVENTS
Register for our Winter Programs HERE
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... Stitching: Intro to Basic Embroidery (ages 16+)
Feb 24 | 6:30 - 8:00 PM
Learn 5 basic embroidery stitches and how to use them to embellish your clothing or create mini art works!
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.
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
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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.
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
Learn about Ontario birds, with all-new photos and stories, from this popular presenter and nature photographer.
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 20 - 26
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.
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.