Welland Public Library

Opening doors to knowledge, ideas,
and opportunity for everyone.

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By 1960, the Welland County Library had become one of the most successful county library systems in Ontario. To keep up with growing demand, a new bookmobile was purchased in the form of a converted school bus. 🚌
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Pictured here in front of the Welland Courthouse.

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🐞 Catch the Reading Bug! 🦋
The June children's book display at our Diamond Trail Branch is buzzing with stories about insects, bugs, butterflies, bees, and more!
Reminder that our Diamond Trail Branch will switch to Summer Hours on July 1st. https://t.co/LXNQoaZtsb

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📷All WPL branches will be closed on Thursday, June 11 for a Staff Development Day.⁠
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Please plan your visit accordingly and stock up on reads, games, movies, and anything else you may need in advance!
📷Click here to view our regular hours: https://t.co/LXNQoaZtsb

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Here's what is happening at the Welland Public Library this week, June 1–7!
There's something for every age, interest, hobby and skill level.
For our full events calendar, click here https://t.co/FuzmSeZOy5

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Sat May 30 | Seaway Mall | All ages
🌎World Environment Awareness Day!
Join us Saturday at Seaway Mall for Activities from 11am–3pm, presentations by Liz Benneian (Biodiversity & Climate Change Niagara) at 11:30am&1:30pm, plus a story & craft at our Library branch at 10am.

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Here's what is happening at the Welland Public Library this week, May 25–31!⁠
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From drop-in activities to registered programs, special interest clubs to community events, there's something for every age, interest, hobby and skill level!⁠
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Click here https://t.co/e8xqvpFCoi

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📚🚐In the early 1950s, librarian Mary Alvin drove the Welland County Library’s bookmobile “Annabelle” after just ONE driving lesson 😳

Now, 70+ years later, the bookmobile spirit is gearing up to roll through Niagara again!

Learn more: https://t.co/jNZXjEFvQn

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Monday, May 25 | 12–1:15pm, 1:45–3pm | Seaway Mall Branch | age 50+
Click here to register: https://t.co/aDjqLjNPwn
Learn more about how memory changes as we get older at our fun and informative Brain Health Workshop (offered by Baycrest Academy for Research and Education).

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Wed, May 27 | 6–7pm | Seaway Mall Branch
Does it spark joy?📷
Simple Sanctuary Home Organization returns for an evening to teach you practical home organization rooted in the KonMari Method, creating a calmer, more functional home.
Register: https://t.co/FrHhVbgjOT

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Here's what is happening at the Welland Public Library this week, May 18–24!
There's something for every age, interest, hobby and skill level.For our full events calendar, click here https://t.co/FuzmSeZOy5

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Did you know that your WPL card expires each year?
Don't worry, your card is still valid! We just want to make sure you didn't forget to tell us that you moved or got a new phone number.

Update your card today by visiting a branch or:
📷 905-734-6210
📷 [email protected]

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Go ahead, make someone's day!📷
Stop any of our 3 branches & create a Kindness Card. Decorate & write a cheerful note inside, then leave it with our team.
The completed cards will be delivered to local seniors, as a way to spread kindness throughout our community!

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Come out and show your knowledge of all things TV! Our TV Show themed trivia night will be a great time to socialize while also battling it out. Prizes to be won!

Please register in advance by clicking here: https://t.co/P9asFUEvVY

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Here's what is happening at the Welland Public Library this week, May 11–17! There's something for every age, interest, hobby and skill level.
For our full events calendar, click here https://t.co/FuzmSeZOy5

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Stop by our Seaway Mall Branch throughout May to browse our latest displays! We've got themes on🌹flowers, 🤐secrets, 🔎mysteries, and of course,✋️Staff Picks!

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🙏A huge thank you to the @WellandLibrary, our community and NH volunteer Heather Marchand for donating 30 handmade lap blankets to the Welland Hemodialysis Unit. Your thoughtfulness helps bring warmth and comfort to patients during dialysis treatments.
#VolunteerAppreciationWeek

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Join the Celebration! 🏆✨ It’s time to celebrate! We are hosting a special event to commemorate our Angus Mowat Award of Excellence, and we want our community to be there with us. Thursday, February 26 / 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM / Diamond Trail Branch

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Love being surrounded by books and helping your community? We’re looking for a Library Page to help keep our collection organized and accessible for everyone. ⁠ ⁠ 👉 Apply here: https://t.co/NfoECa1U8c

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Spring is blooming at WPL! 🌷✨

Explore our full March Program Guide filled with activities for every age. From March Break madness to cozy reading corners, find your favourites and register today!

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Are you already tuned in to the Olympics? 🏅 If you’re looking for a cozy, quiet spot with comfy seats and big screens to catch all the action, come visit the library and our branches! #WinterOlympics#Olympics2026#MilanoCortina2026