‘Tis the season for festive programming and cozy crafting! Visit your local Wellington County Library branch during the month of December for an assortment of holiday-themed programmes and drop-in activities.
Just popping in to pick up a few things? We have quick and easy Make-and-Take crafts for families on the go.
Families can also enjoy 12 Days of Lego advent calendar challenges, Letters to Santa, and festive scavenger hunts at select branches
Looking for a much-needed break from the holiday hustle and bustle? Our seasonal Fireside Stories programme offers families the chance to relax by the fireplace and listen to cozy tales.
We have an assortment of programmes for school-age kids leading up to and through the holiday break.
And for adults, we offer various crafting programmes to get you in the holiday spirit, from card-making to hand-painted candles.
Contact your local library for information and check out our full lineup of library programming happening throughout December at wellington.ca/LibraryCalendar.
ARTHUR BRANCH
(519-848-3999)
Cocoa Club: Felt Ornaments (Tweens)
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.
Friday, Dec. 3, 4 to 5pm
Sensory Friendly Story Time (Families)
Enjoy a sensory-friendly literacy session with us. Share stories, songs, and rhymes in an environment that accommodates children with sensory needs. Please register.
Saturday, Dec. 14, 10:30 to 11am
CLIFFORD BRANCH
(519-327-8328)
Fireside Stories – Festive Tales (Families)
Spend your morning by the fireside at the cozy Clifford Library as we enjoy festive stories and a cup of hot chocolate. Please register.
Friday, Dec. 13, 11 to 11:45am
Creative Kids – Gingerbread Villages (Kids)
Create and decorate your very own village of gingerbread houses to display as a decoration in your home this holiday season. Please register, supplies are limited.
Tuesday, Dec. 17, 6 to 7:15pm
DRAYTON BRANCH
(519-638-3788)
Craft and Create – Hand Painted Candles (Adult)
Join us for an evening of painting fun as we create some beautiful hand-painted candles for your holiday table decor. Please register.
Wednesday, Dec. 11, 6 to 7:30pm
Fireside Stories (Families)
Drop in for festive stories, activities, and treats. We will be celebrating the winter holidays together. You are invited to wear your pyjamas as we read, sing, relax, and play around the fire. Drop-ins are welcome, but registration is preferred.
Monday, Dec. 23, 10:30 to 11:15am
HARRISTON BRANCH
(519-338-2396)
Make and Take: Letters to Santa (Kids)
Write a letter to Santa! Let us mail it for you or drop it off at a Canada Post location by Dec. 6 to make sure Santa has time to write back! Please note, this activity may be impacted by the postal strike.
Monday, Dec. 2, during open hours
Fireside Stories (Families)
Join us for a special Holiday-themed Storytime! Please register.
Monday, Dec. 23, 4 to 4:30pm
MOUNT FOREST BRANCH
(519-323-4541)
After School Adventures: Holiday Cardmaking (Kids)
Join us at the Mount Forest Branch to prepare for the holidays. Make some holiday cards and get ready for the festive season! Please register.
Friday, Dec. 6, 4 to 4:45pm
Fireside Stories: Holiday Story Time (Families)
Please join us for festive stories, activities, and treats. We will be celebrating the winter holidays together. You are invited to wear your pyjamas as we read, play, and do a festive craft. Drop-ins welcome but registration is preferred.
Thursday, Dec. 12, 10:30 to 11:30am
PALMERSTON BRANCH
(519-343-2142)
Creative Kids (Kids)
Get crafty and learn new things with DIY, maker, and other hands-on activities just for kids. Please register.
Tuesday December 3, 4 to 5pm
At the Movies – The Grinch (Kids)
Join us for a showing of The Grinch. Bring a blanket and we’ll provide the popcorn. Adult accompaniment required for children under eight years old. Running time is 86 minutes; rated G. Drop in.
Monday, Dec. 23, 10:30am to 12pm
