Ontario Public Library Week

Celebrate the vital role Stratford Public Library plays in your life during Ontario Public Library Week -- October 19th to 25th. Whether you're a lifelong reader, a first-time visitor, or somewhere in between, this week is all about showcasing SPL is for everyone, at every stage of life. Join us for a week full of fun, community, and discovery!

Here’s what we have planned:

☕ Daily Free Coffee

Start your day of OPLW with a warm welcome. Coffee and conversation to build community and celebrate SPL. Monday to Friday mornings, drop by the library for a complimewntary cup of coffee and enjoy your favorite book or explore new collections while you sip.

🎟️ Library Draw

Every visit is an opportunity to win! Enter our Library Draw each time you 

• check out a book
• renew your card
• sign up for a new one 

Come on in for a chance to win an exciting prize -- with draws tailored to our different patron age groups: Children, Teens, and Adults

🕵️ Library Scavenger Hunt

Put your library knowledge to the test -- and explore the library in a whole new way! Participate in our all-ages scavenger hunt, explore new areas of the library, and win fun rewards as you uncover hidden treasures.

📲 Social Media Fun

Follow us on social media throughout the week for fun reels, special posts, trivia, and challenges -- and some awesome book suggestions. Share your favourite library memories and tag us to be featured on our page! 

• Instagram @splibrary
• Facebook @StratfordPublicLibrary

Join us in celebrating how libraries are truly for life—connecting people, fostering lifelong learning, and bringing communities together!

📅 Events

We've created some Adult Events to help celebrate OPLW. 

1. "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.
2. 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.

Questions? Contact askspl@splibrary.ca or 519-271-0220