Join us for some wonderful fun this Fall for adults only!
Register for our Fall programs HERE
Memoir Writing with Meg Westley
Sept 11 | 6:30 - 8:00 PM - maximum 12 participants -- please register
Meg Westley leads you through the process of uncovering and expressing your stories, though active writing exercises and time to share your writing. No prior writing experience is needed — just bring your stories and enthusiasm!
Stratford Writer's Festival @ SPL
Sept 5, Sept 26 & 27
Stratford Writer's Festival is back and we are proud to be hosting some of these wonderful, literary events! Such as: Bibliotherapy, Speaking Poetry, and other Poetry Events.
Book Drop n Swap
Drop: Sept 18 |5-9pm & Sept 19 | 10-4pm -- Shop: Sept 20 | 10-4pm
Drop gently used books and swap them for something you may treasure! FREE to drop or swap (no money exchanged) and no dropping necessary for swapping.
Local Writer's Meet & Greet
Oct 2 | 6:30 - 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 - 3:00 PM
A hands-on session creating decor from old books -- from garlands and bunting to easy artworks.
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.
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!
If you have any questions, contact Melanie at mkindrachuk@splibrary.ca or phone 519-271-0220 x 128.