January-February-March 2026
What's New & Library Updates
PD Day Skate & Family Day Trivia Competition
Start off the Family Day long weekend by enjoying a free skate (on us!) from 3:00-4:00pm, Friday February 13 . Drop-in. Then test your knowledge in a family-friendly trivia competition on the following Monday, February 16 from 11:00-12:30pm at our Smithville branch. Win prizes and enjoy refreshments and allergy-free snacks. Cost is $5 per family (cash only). Nonrefundable. Registration required.
Calling All Artists
Feature your work on our Art Cube in Smithville from March - May. Apply to be our next artist by visiting westlincolnlibrary.ca/art.html and submitting the online form.
Income Tax Clinics
Get your taxes done for free through the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP). People with a modest income and a simple tax situation can get their tax returns done by volunteers for no cost. Registration opens Tuesday February 17. Clinic dates are TBD. Check our website and social media for updates and further information. By appointment only.
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Featured Programs & Events
Love your Library Month - All Branches
February 2- 14
Fill out a reason why you love your library to get your name entered into a prize draw for a sweet surprise! Entries accepted until February 14, prize winner will be drawn the following Monday.
Seedy Saturday - Grimsby Public Library
Saturday February 14 - 11:00am - 3:00pm
A fun, inexpensive event where you can meet up with the West Lincoln Library Seed Savers Club and vendors to exchange seeds and seed saving knowledge at this annual, national event. In partnership with Seeds of Diversity, Grimsby and Lincoln-Pelham Public Libraries. Drop-in.
Children's Programs
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten - All Branches
Ongoing
Attention parents and caregivers: join this growing movement to read every child 1,000 books before kindergarten. Reading 20 books per month to your infant/toddler/child teaches vocabulary, introduces the connection between pictures and words and creates lasting bonds. Register at any branch to begin your journey. We‘ll keep a log of the number of books read and offer incentives along the way.
Music & Movement Storytime - Smithville Branch
Thursdays - 10:30am; January 8 to February 12 & March 5 to April 9 (Except March 19)
A 6-week story time program for toddlers that incorporates movement games alongside early literacy to help develop better physical awareness, improve gross and fine motor skills and learn how to navigate social movement relationships. Recommended for ages 3 to 5. Registration required.
Baby Time Social - Smithville Branch
Monday January 5, February 2 & March 9 - 2:00pm
Stop in before the library opens and join us in the program room for a story time and infant-friendly activities aimed at babies ages 6 mos. to 23 mos. and their caregivers. Registration required.
Science Explorers - Caistorville Branch
Saturdays - 11:00am; January 10, February 7 & March 7
Explore the fascinating world of science through a different and engaging experiment each month. In January we will conduct a chemistry experiment, making ice cream in a bag and February will have us creating cotton ball launchers to examine the effects of kinetic energy. In March we will take a closer look at how sound works using sprinkles. Recommended for ages 7-11. Registration required.
Featured Children's Books - Celebrate the Olympic & Paralympic Games
Children's Programs
Make It Mondays - Smithville Branch
Mondays - 6:30pm; January 12, February 2 & March 16
A monthly kid-friendly tech literacy program featuring our MakerSpace and GamerSpace equipment. Learn how to use the 3D Printer, Cricut Maker 3, VR headsets and more to create out of this world projects! In January we will learn how to 3D design fidget toys and in February we’ll look at how to design and make pinback buttons. Then in March we’ll learn how to create digital art using the VR headset and Wacom drawing tablet. Recommended for ages 8 to 12. Registration required.
Afterschool Arts & Crafting - Smithville Branch
Tuesdays - 4:15 pm; January 13 to February 24 (Except February 3) & March 24 to April 28 (Except April 7)
Explore the world of art and crafting while meeting new friends in this social afterschool arts and crafts program. Recommended for ages 6 to 10. Registration required.
Homeschool Activity Time - Multiple Locations
Wednesdays - 2:00pm; Smithville - Jan 21, Feb 11 & Mar 25; Wellandport - Jan 28, Feb 18 & Mar 11
Gather at the library to meet other homeschool families for stories, social activities, games and a guided craft or science experiment. See website for details. Recommended for ages 4-13. Drop-in.
Tweens & Teens
Buddy Reading - Smithville Branch
Alternating Mondays - 4:30pm; January 26 to March 23
Be a buddy! Teens ages 13-17 can earn volunteer hours by becoming a reading buddy, helping children aged 5-11 improve their reading skills using books and literacy based games. Children of all reading levels welcome. Register to receive reading help or scan the QR code below and complete the volunteer form to start volunteering.
Looking for community service hours?
Volunteer at the Library! Scan the QR to sign up.
Tweens & Teens
Dungeons & Dragons - Smithville Branch
Fridays - 3:30pm; January 2 to March 27
Calling all Paladins, Warlocks, Druids and Barbarians! Come to the library Friday afternoons and begin your fantasy adventure. Materials provided. Recommended for teens ages 13 to 17. Registration required.
Friendship Bracelets & Cocoa - Smithville Branch
Friday February 13 - 6:30pm
Bring a friend and sip some hot cocoa while making Taylor Swift inspired friendship bracelets to exchange with your besties. Recommended for tweens ages 10-13. Registration required.
Featured Teen Books - New Reads for the New Year
All Ages
Chess Club - Smithville Branch
Fridays - 4:30pm; January 16 to March 27 (Except March 20)
An inter-generational chess club for all ages and stages. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced player you’ll have fun learning tips and tricks to improve your strategy. Drop-in.
Family Literacy Day - All Branches
Tuesday January 27 - All Day
To celebrate the importance of reading we’re giving away free books all day long! Stop by for a free read and for an opportunity to enter a draw to win a cozy reading bundle. Drop-in.
Adult Programs
Knitting Circle - Smithville Branch
Wednesdays - 1:30pm; January 7 to March 25
Join us every Wednesday afternoon to be a part of our weekly social knitting circle. Drop-in.
Adult Programs
Warhammer Alliance - Smithville Branch
Saturdays - 3:00pm; Jan 3 - Mar 28 (Except Mar 21)
Allies unite! Warhammer is a tabletop miniature wargame with a medieval fantasy theme where the outcomes of fights are determined by a combination of dice rolls and simple arithmetic. Paint your own models and learn how to play the game with friends. Registration required.
As Seen On Pinterest - Caistorville Branch
Tuesday January 13; February 10 & March 10 - 6:00pm *No Eventbrite registration
Ever wondered how you can make all those interesting crafts and home projects you see on your Pinterest boards? Come try your hand at fun, beginner-friendly crafts! In January we will be making mug cozies and in February we’ll be creating Valentine’s day wreaths. In March we’ll be crafting origami Easter bunny baskets. Cost is $7 per person (cash only). Non-refundable. Registration required.
Seed Savers Club - Wellandport Branch
Thursdays - 6:30pm; January 8, February 12 & March 12
The Seed Savers Club aims to share knowledge about seeds and to foster connections by collecting, growing, and sharing heirloom seeds, plants, and stories. Drop-in.
Tech Thursdays - Smithville Branch
Thursdays from 10:00am to 12:00pm
Not sure how to use your new device? Interested in learning how to use our MakerSpace equipment? Contact us for a 30-minute one-on-one appointment with a library staff member. Appointment only.
Smithville Stitchers - Smithville Branch
10:30am to 4:30pm; January 6, 7 & 8; February 3, 4 & 5 & March 3, 4 & 5
Beginners and skilled quilters are invited to attend this monthly social program. The club runs on the first consecutive Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday of the month. Registration required.
Cricut Craft Club - Smithville Branch
Thursdays - 1:00pm; January 15; February 12 & March 12 *No Eventbrite registration
The craft club is a 2-hour monthly program that teaches a new project each month to showcase the amazing crafting ability of the Cricut Maker 3 and Cricut Design Space. January will feature bee bookmarks, and in February we’re making heart explosion boxes. In March we’ll be creating custom tote bags using sublimation ink. No experience necessary. Cost is $7 per person (cash only). Non-refundable. Registration required.
Adult Programs
Coffee & Cards - Smithville Branch
Saturday January 17, February 21 & March 28 - 10:30am
Learn how to create handmade cards for any season! January’s theme will be snowflakes and we’re making faux shutter cards. In February’s class we’ll be making tag cards and March will feature petal cards. Registration required.
Biodiversity in West Lincoln - Smithville Branch
Monday January 19 - 6:30pm; Saturday February 28 - 1:30pm & Monday March 30 - 6:30pm
Join the West Lincoln Green Team as we explore different topics related to biodiversity. Join us in January for a workshop on winter sowing. February will teach you how to spot alien invasives and in March we’ll be looking at how to be a biodiversity hero. Registration required.
Smithville Medical Centre Info Session - Smithville Branch
Monday February 2, February 9 & March 9 - 6:30pm
Presented by registered dietician Dayna Caves from the Smithville Medical Centre. In February we‘ll be talking about hormone health, perimenopause and menopause. In March we’ll be taking a closer look at the effectiveness of vitamins and supplements. Registration required.
Book Club - Smithville Branch
Monday January 26, February 23 & March 23 - 6:30pm
January’s book club meeting will discuss Intermezzo by Sally Rooney, and in February Everything, Everything by Nicole Yoon. In March we’ll be reading Nosy Parker by Lesley Crewe. Registration required.
Featured Adult Books - The New Year & Lunar New Year
Brain Health Workshop - Smithville Branch
Thursday February 26 - 1:30pm
The Brain Health Workshop promotes healthier brains, strong minds, and better life outcomes for older adults. Attend the workshop to learn how to improve your lifestyle to reduce your risk of dementia and become aware of free brain health resources available from the Baycrest community. Registration required.
Fall Prevention Presentation - Smithville Branch
Thursday March 26 - 1:30pm
Presented by Brad Grightmire from Smithville Pharmasave. This presentation discusses some of the current statistics of how often falls occurs, the aftermath of falls, risk factors, treatment and prevention, medications, the pharmacist’s role in fall prevention, and how mobility aids can help. Registration required.
March Break Programs
Irish Cream Workshop - Caistorville Branch
Tuesday March 17 - 6:30pm
Happy St. Patrick's Day! Celebrate the Irish and learn how to make Irish cream (non-alcoholic) from scratch. Add in some Lucky Charms marshmallows for extra fun! All ages welcome. Registration required.
Bedazzled! - Wellandport Branch
Wednesday March 18 - 2:00pm
Learn how to bedazzle a fantasy book cover using wax glue and gemstones. All materials provided. Recommended for teens and adults. Registration required.
Puppet Storytime & Craft - Smithville Branch
Wednesday March 18 - 2:00pm
Enjoy a puppet show adaptation of The Paper Bag Princess by Robert Munsch, followed by The Princess and the Pea by Hans Christian Andersen. Then stay for a puppet making workshop. Recommended for ages 4-8.Drop-in (show only). *Registration required for the workshop portion (11:15-12:00pm). Workshop attendees must have adult accompaniment.
Murder Mystery Dinner - Smithville Branch
Friday March 20 - 4:30pm
Join us for the ultimate immersive literary event! With a few of your most adventurous friends, you can become a character in this dramatic whodunnit story, set in 1920's New York. Dinner and refreshments will be provided. Cost is $25 per person (cash only). Non-refundable. Recommended for adults and seniors. Registration required.
Magic Show & Dance Party - Smithville Branch
Saturday March 21 - 11:00am
A 40-minute playful, interactive magic show with surprising illusions, storytelling, comedy, and moments that make kids feel part of the magic, featuring Chase Whims. After the magic show, the fun continues with a 20-minute vibrant, energetic dance party that gets all the kids bopping! It’s a chance for everyone to sing and dance to their hearts’ content. Recommended for families. Drop-in.
Friends Corner - Let's Be Friends
Volunteers Needed
Can you help? The Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP) needs volunteers. You don’t need to be a tax expert to help. Software, training, and support are provided. How often you volunteer is up to you! Email: admin@westlincolnlibrary.ca if interested.
Membership
Join and support Friends of the West Lincoln Public Library with an annual membership. We are currently accepting new members for all Executive and Supportive role positions.
Annual membership fee is $10.00 for the first year.
Meetings will take place January 10, February 21, March 14 in the Smithville Board Room from 11:00am - 12:00pm. For more information email admin@westlincolnlibrary.ca or visit westlincolnlibrary.ca/friends.html
To join fill out a volunteer form or email admin@westlincolnlibrary.ca.
Contact the Library to Register for Programs
905-957-3756 or via email at info@westlincolnlibrary.ca.
Online registration on Eventbrite.
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Closures & Special Hours
January 1 (New Year’s Day);
February 16 (Family Day) 10:00am-5:00pm
Library Branch Info
Smithville Branch
177 West St, Smithville Box 28
905-957-3756
Monday & Friday: 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday: Closed
Caistorville Branch
9549 York St, Canfield
905-692-4290
Tuesday & Wednesday:
5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Friday & Saturday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday, Monday & Thursday: Closed
Wellandport Branch
5042 Canborough Rd, Wellandport
905-386-6792
Tuesday & Thursday: 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Wednesday & Saturday:
10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday, Monday, Friday & Sunday: Closed