Visit a new Wellington library branch this month
By Alicia gilstorf - clifford Branch Supervisor
While the hot summer days will soon be behind us, fall is a great time to get outside and explore what our local parks have to offer.
Experience the changing of the leaves and vibrant autumnal colours with park passes from the library.
Our selection of free day-use passes includes access to over one-hundred Ontario Parks, Grand River Conservation Authority, Credit Valley Conservation, Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, Hamilton Conservation Authority and Conservation Halton.
Passes can be borrowed for one week on a first-come, first-served basis from select Wellington County Library branches. Search for “park pass” at wellington.ca/LibraryCatalogue or call your local branch for details.
September also brings hundreds of cozy fall-themed titles perfect for readers dreaming of pumpkin patches and the sounds of crunching leaves underfoot. Embrace the changing of the seasons with a selection of staff’s favorite romance and fantasy books.
Here is a list of adult fiction books to get you in the mood for autumn:
– Autumn at the Cat Café by Kathleen Fuller;
– Grim Tidings by B.K. Borison;
– Practical Magic by Alice Hoffman;
– The Goode Girls of Maple Lane by Jacqueline Firkins;
– If It Makes You Happy by Julie Olivia;
– In the Company of Witches by Auralee Wallace; and
– A Dark and Secret Magic by Wallis Kinney.
If you’re still looking for your next read and you don’t know where to start, ask staff for a recommendation or browse our collection online at wellington.ca/Library.
ARTHUR BRANCH
(519-848-3999)
Craft and Create: Mason Jar Ring Sunflowers (teens/adults)
Learn how old mason jar rings can be transformed into beautiful, rustic flower decor. All materials are provided. Please register.
Saturday, Sept. 26, 12:30 to 1:30pm
Family Story Time (ages birth to five)
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. Please register.
Fridays, Sept. 11 to Oct. 23, 10:30 to 11am
CLIFFORD BRANCH
(519-327-8328)
Level Up Games (tweens/teens)
Grab your friends and get your game face on! Join us for an epic video game hang out where we’ll kick back, level up and battle it out on the big screen. Bring your own portable games/consoles or enjoy games provided for the program.
Tuesdays and Thursdays in September from 4 to 5pm
Creative Kids: Autumn Adventures (school-age)
Join us for a cozy fall program at the Clifford Branch as we exploring the season of autumn with crafts and activities that welcome the falling leaves. Please register.
Wednesday, Sept. 30, 5 to 5:45pm
DRAYTON BRANCH
(519-638-3788)
Family Story Time (ages 1-5)
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. Please register.
Mondays, Sept. 14 to Oct. 5, 10:30 to 11:15am
Off the Menu Cookbook Club (adults)
Share your love of cookbooks, recipe blogs, cooking and eating with like-minded people! A different theme will be discussed every month. Please register.
Tuesday, Sept. 22, 6:30 to 7:30pm
HARRISTON BRANCH
(519-338-2396)
Carnegie Café: School Days with WCMA (adults)
Join us for a special presentation from Wellington County Museum staff. Discover how education has changed both in Ontario and the county, from one-roomed schoolhouses of the past to today. Please register.
Friday, Sept. 11, 2 to 3pm
Cricut Creations: Tote Bag (adults /teens)
Learn to use a Cricut electronic cutting machine to create and embellish maker projects. Please register.
Saturday, Sept. 26, 1 to 2pm
MOUNT FOREST BRANCH
(519-323-4541)
Family Story Time (ages birth to five)
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. Please register.
Thursdays, Sept. 10 to Oct. 15, 10:30 to 11am
Culture Days: Mount Forest Water Tower Painting (adults)
Celebrate Culture Days 2026 by making an acrylic painting of Mount Forest’s iconic water tower. No experience necessary, all supplies provided. Space is limited, please register.
Tuesday, Sept. 29, 5:30 to 7:30pm
PALMERSTON BRANCH
(519-343-2142)
Level Up Games (kids/tweens)
Grab your friends and get your game face on! Join us for an epic video game hang out where we’ll kick back, level up and battle it out on the big screen.
Tuesday, Sept. 15, 4 to 5pm
Teen Café (teens)
Hang out with other like-minded teens and make, watch, chat and explore.
Thursday, Sept. 24, 4 to 5pm
