Everyone knows Valentine’s Day is on Feb. 14, but did you know that February has another special day dedicated to celebrating love?
On Feb. 17, show your family, friends and complete strangers how much you care by participating in Random Acts of Kindness Day. It can be as simple as smiling at a stranger or sending a note to someone to let them know you’re thinking about them.
Don’t forget to be kind to yourself while you’re at it! Schedule some time with yourself to do something that makes you feel good, like reading your new book or snuggling in with a new DVD.
At Wellington County Library, we want to show you how much we care by doing something Just For You. Tell us what you love to read or watch, and we’ll provide you with a hand-picked selection of books, audiobooks, movies or TV series. Visit our website at wellington.ca/JustForYou and select Adult/Teen Titles or Kids’ Titles. We’ll get to work preparing your very own bundle and contact you when it’s ready to be picked up.
While you’re at the library, don’t forget to sign up for one of our upcoming programs to celebrate more things you love – from crafting to family time. For a list of all programming at your local branch, visit wellington.ca/LibraryCalendar.
ARTHUR BRANCH
(519-848-3999)
Special Guest: Valentine’s Day with WCMA (Adults)
Join the Wellington County Museum and Archives for a special presentation featuring Valentines and love letters in history. Please register.
Friday, Feb. 14, 2 to 3pm.
CLIFFORD BRANCH
(519-327-8328)
Craft and Create: Low-Stress Craft Night (Adults/Teens)
Join us at the Clifford Branch for a casual night of chatting and crafting as we try our hand at low-stress projects while exploring new hobby options for when you need to give your brain a break. Please register.
Wednesday, Feb. 12, 6 to 7pm.
Family Story Time: Valentine’s Day Fun (Kids/Families)
Celebrate Valentine’s Day at the library with themed stories and a card make-and-trade session with other attendees. Adult accompaniment is required. Please register.
Friday, Feb. 14, 11 to 11:30am.
DRAYTON BRANCH
(519-638-3788)
Build it: Lego Challenge (Kids)
Drop in for some exciting LEGO challenges! You bring your creativity, and we will provide the building blocks.
Thursday, Feb. 20, 3:45 to 4:45pm.
Quarter Century Book Club (Adults)
An unconventional book club for twenty or thirty something year olds! Instead of picking one book per month, we will explore a variety of different topics such as genres, authors, and more. A place for young adults to connect over our favorite reads and all things book related. Please register.
Tuesday, Feb. 18, 6:30 to 7:30pm
HARRISTON BRANCH
(519-338-2396)
Carnegie Café: Winter is for the Birds (Adult)
Join us for a new activity or guest speaker every time. This month, learn and share information about the beautiful winter birds in our area and create a birdseed ornament. Please register.
Friday, Feb. 21, 2 to 3pm.
Cocoa Club (Kids 5-10)
Get cozy with this read-aloud story hour. Enjoy some hot chocolate and curl up to listen to a chapter book read by our staff. Please register.
Thursdays in February, 3:45 to 4:30pm.
MOUNT FOREST BRANCH
(519-323-4541)
Book Club: Off the Menu Cookbook Book Club (Adults)
Pull out your love for cooking, bake up a storm and connect with others over the kitchen table! Join us each month to discuss different cookbook themes. Space is limited, please register.
Tuesday, Feb. 11, 6 to 7pm.
Family Story Time (Babies, Toddlers and Preschoolers)
Our Story Times are designed to help your child get ready for reading. Share stories, songs, rhymes, and activities aimed at developing your child’s early literacy skills.
Adult accompaniment is required. Registration is preferred, but drop-ins are welcome.
Thursday, Feb. 6 and 13, 10:30 to 11am.
PALMERSTON BRANCH
(519-343-2142)
Craft and Create: Wooden Family Art (Adults)
Learn new creative techniques and explore library resources with a hands-on project.
Create a wooden art piece that represents your family. All supplies are provided. Please register.
Wednesday, Feb. 12, 10:30am to 12pm.
Story Time (Babies, Toddlers and Preschoolers)
Our Story Times are designed to help your child get ready for reading. Share stories, songs, rhymes and activities to develop your child’s early literacy skills. Drop-ins welcome. Adult accompaniment required.
Thursday, Feb. 6, 13, 20 and 27, 10:30 to 11:15am.
