Freedom to Read week in Canada takes place from Feb. 19 – 25. This week is an annual event that encourages us to think about our commitment to intellectual freedom, which is guaranteed to us under the Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
Schools and libraries often receive requests from individuals or groups to remove materials that are deemed offensive, including works from famous Canadian authors Margaret Atwood, Lawrence Hill and Alice Munroe. Every request is reviewed carefully, using our collection policy. Our policy states:
“The collections shall be balanced and represent diverse points of view and may include materials that some members of the public consider to be controversial in nature. The presence of an item in the library does not indicate an endorsement of its content.”
Your public library is for everyone, and we have something for everyone. It is our job and our pleasure to provide equitable access to all patrons in Wellington County.
Part of that access, includes access to our free programming! Check out a sample of programming in your area below, and visit www.wellington.ca/LibraryCalendar to register or for more information.
ARTHUR BRANCH
519-848-3999
Carnegie Café: Valentines Day (Adults)
Join us for a new activity or guest speaker every time. This month will feature Kyle Smith from Wellington County Museum and Archives.
Friday, Feb. 10, 2 to 3pm.
Teen Café: Board Games
Hang out with other like-minded teens and make, watch, chat, and explore.
Tuesday, Feb. 14, 4 to 5pm.
CLIFFORD BRANCH
519-327-8328
Creative Kids: Valentine’s Day Craft (All Ages)
Get crafty and learn new things with this Valentine’s Day themed craft event, featuring DIY and hands-on activities for kids.
Wednesday, Feb. 8, 6:30 to 7:30pm.
In Stitches (Adult/Teens)
Learn to thread and operate a sewing machine, then create a simple project. Machines are also available for in-branch use.
Wednesday, Feb. 22, 6:30 to 7:30pm.
DRAYTON BRANCH
519-638-3788
Tech Talk: Cricut (Adults)
Join us for a demonstration of our Cricut digital die-cutting machine. Learn how the Cricut works, the types of projects you can make, and how to get started.
Wednesday, Feb. 8, 1:30 to 2:30pm.
Teen Café: Escape Room
Put your puzzle solving skills to the test. You will have one hour to solve the clues and break the code.
Wednesday, Feb. 22, 4 to 5pm.
HARRISTON BRANCH
519-338-2396
Craft and Create: Junk Journal (Adults)
Learn new creative techniques and explore library resources with a hands-on project.
Come learn the basics of taking an old hardcover book and turning it into something new.
Saturday, Feb. 4, 1 to 2pm.
After School Adventures: Let’s Play (Kids/ Tweens)
Join us at the end of the school day for games, crafts, and a wide variety of fun activities.
Tuesday, Feb. 14, 4 to 5:30pm.
MOUNT FOREST BRANCH
519-323-4541
Special Guest: The Story of the Black Settlements of Wellington County (Adults and Teens)
Join us at the Mount Forest Library for a special presentation by Kyle Smith from the Wellington County Museum and Archives to learn about Wellington County’s Black Settlements and the pioneers who helped to make our community what it is today.
Saturday, Feb. 18, 1:30 to 2:30pm.
Dungeons and Dragons Club (Teens)
Join fellow fantasy fans at the Mount Forest Library to build characters and explore new worlds on the last Tuesday of every month. Grades 9 – 12. No experience necessary, all supplies provided. Please register.
Tuesday, Feb. 28, 4 to 6pm.
PALMERSTON BRANCH
519-343-2142
Family Story Time
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 note new day and time. Thursday, Feb. 2, 9 and 16, 10:30 – 11:15am.
After School Adventures (School Age)
Join us at the end of the school day for games, crafts, and a wide variety of fun activities.
Wednesday, Feb. 22, 4 to 5pm.
Submitted by
By Rosie Krul, Harriston Branch Supervisor
