Welland Public Library
@wellandlibrary.bsky.social
Opening doors to knowledge, ideas,
and opportunity for everyone.
and opportunity for everyone.
Winter has arrived at WPL! ❄️
A season full of creative workshops, inspiring author visits, family fun, and learning sessions across all branches. Find your favourites and register today! wellandlibrary.ca/program-guide
A season full of creative workshops, inspiring author visits, family fun, and learning sessions across all branches. Find your favourites and register today! wellandlibrary.ca/program-guide
December 9, 2025 at 5:36 PM
Winter has arrived at WPL! ❄️
A season full of creative workshops, inspiring author visits, family fun, and learning sessions across all branches. Find your favourites and register today! wellandlibrary.ca/program-guide
A season full of creative workshops, inspiring author visits, family fun, and learning sessions across all branches. Find your favourites and register today! wellandlibrary.ca/program-guide
We’re thrilled to share that WPL has been recognized in the Best of Welland Readers’ Choice 2025: an annual community-voted award celebrating the best of our city! @WellandTribune #readerschoice
December 8, 2025 at 6:14 PM
We’re thrilled to share that WPL has been recognized in the Best of Welland Readers’ Choice 2025: an annual community-voted award celebrating the best of our city! @WellandTribune #readerschoice
We’re Hiring!
Love helping people and creating welcoming spaces? Join us as a Customer Experience Associate and make every library visit feel exceptional.
👉 Apply here: www.wellandlibrary.ca/employment-v...
Love helping people and creating welcoming spaces? Join us as a Customer Experience Associate and make every library visit feel exceptional.
👉 Apply here: www.wellandlibrary.ca/employment-v...
December 3, 2025 at 6:32 PM
We’re Hiring!
Love helping people and creating welcoming spaces? Join us as a Customer Experience Associate and make every library visit feel exceptional.
👉 Apply here: www.wellandlibrary.ca/employment-v...
Love helping people and creating welcoming spaces? Join us as a Customer Experience Associate and make every library visit feel exceptional.
👉 Apply here: www.wellandlibrary.ca/employment-v...
Today is #GivingTuesdayCA! Our Little Free Pantry aims to help address food insecurity in our community. The pantry contains non-perishable food items as well as personal care items and is accessible to anyone who needs it during all opening hours.
December 2, 2025 at 2:12 PM
Today is #GivingTuesdayCA! Our Little Free Pantry aims to help address food insecurity in our community. The pantry contains non-perishable food items as well as personal care items and is accessible to anyone who needs it during all opening hours.
Come on… don’t leave us hanging this time 😄
We want to learn your reading tastes so we can be ready for what you want next!
We want to learn your reading tastes so we can be ready for what you want next!
December 1, 2025 at 7:40 PM
Come on… don’t leave us hanging this time 😄
We want to learn your reading tastes so we can be ready for what you want next!
We want to learn your reading tastes so we can be ready for what you want next!
Honouring activism against gender-based violence.
In collaboration with the Canadian Federation of University Women, our Red Dress Display shares a powerful collection designed to inspire awareness, learning, and change.
Visit it at our Seaway Mall Branch until December 10.
In collaboration with the Canadian Federation of University Women, our Red Dress Display shares a powerful collection designed to inspire awareness, learning, and change.
Visit it at our Seaway Mall Branch until December 10.
November 27, 2025 at 2:14 PM
Honouring activism against gender-based violence.
In collaboration with the Canadian Federation of University Women, our Red Dress Display shares a powerful collection designed to inspire awareness, learning, and change.
Visit it at our Seaway Mall Branch until December 10.
In collaboration with the Canadian Federation of University Women, our Red Dress Display shares a powerful collection designed to inspire awareness, learning, and change.
Visit it at our Seaway Mall Branch until December 10.
Help us shape the future!
Want to play a pivotal role in the Welland Public Library and the community we serve?
Applications and information is available at the Office of the City Clerk or on the City’s website at www.welland.ca/committees/W...
Want to play a pivotal role in the Welland Public Library and the community we serve?
Applications and information is available at the Office of the City Clerk or on the City’s website at www.welland.ca/committees/W...
November 25, 2025 at 6:15 PM
Help us shape the future!
Want to play a pivotal role in the Welland Public Library and the community we serve?
Applications and information is available at the Office of the City Clerk or on the City’s website at www.welland.ca/committees/W...
Want to play a pivotal role in the Welland Public Library and the community we serve?
Applications and information is available at the Office of the City Clerk or on the City’s website at www.welland.ca/committees/W...
Just a few days left until #GivingTuesdayCA! A donation to the WPL supports literacy programs for all ages, English language learning assistance for newcomers, and diverse collections including musical instruments, educational kits, literacy support toys, and so much more!
November 25, 2025 at 5:20 PM
Just a few days left until #GivingTuesdayCA! A donation to the WPL supports literacy programs for all ages, English language learning assistance for newcomers, and diverse collections including musical instruments, educational kits, literacy support toys, and so much more!
Canada’s Book Week, 60 years ago!
At WPL, we proudly carry that legacy forward, offering programs, stories, and spaces that help our community learn, imagine, and grow.
At WPL, we proudly carry that legacy forward, offering programs, stories, and spaces that help our community learn, imagine, and grow.
November 21, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Canada’s Book Week, 60 years ago!
At WPL, we proudly carry that legacy forward, offering programs, stories, and spaces that help our community learn, imagine, and grow.
At WPL, we proudly carry that legacy forward, offering programs, stories, and spaces that help our community learn, imagine, and grow.
WPL has launched its 2026–2030 Strategic Plan! A roadmap to support a growing, diverse community and create opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive. Centered on curiosity, engagement, and investing in people and spaces. Read the plan: wellandlibrary.ca/_files/ugd/c...
November 20, 2025 at 2:42 PM
WPL has launched its 2026–2030 Strategic Plan! A roadmap to support a growing, diverse community and create opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive. Centered on curiosity, engagement, and investing in people and spaces. Read the plan: wellandlibrary.ca/_files/ugd/c...
December 2nd is Giving Tuesday. A donation to the WPL directly supports our goal of continuously enriching the vitality, education, and cultural growth of our entire community. Your support this #GivingTuesdayCA will make a big difference; no gift is too small. We thank you for your generosity.
November 18, 2025 at 2:21 PM
December 2nd is Giving Tuesday. A donation to the WPL directly supports our goal of continuously enriching the vitality, education, and cultural growth of our entire community. Your support this #GivingTuesdayCA will make a big difference; no gift is too small. We thank you for your generosity.
Who knows the power of 6–7? Because no matter the ups or downs, a good book always brings you back to a good place. #67 #6-7
November 17, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Who knows the power of 6–7? Because no matter the ups or downs, a good book always brings you back to a good place. #67 #6-7
We’re Hiring!
Passionate about creating exceptional library experiences? Join us as a Manager of Customer Experience (8-Month Contract) and help shape the way our community connects, learns, and grows.
👉 Apply here: www.wellandlibrary.ca/employment-v...
Passionate about creating exceptional library experiences? Join us as a Manager of Customer Experience (8-Month Contract) and help shape the way our community connects, learns, and grows.
👉 Apply here: www.wellandlibrary.ca/employment-v...
November 13, 2025 at 9:20 PM
We’re Hiring!
Passionate about creating exceptional library experiences? Join us as a Manager of Customer Experience (8-Month Contract) and help shape the way our community connects, learns, and grows.
👉 Apply here: www.wellandlibrary.ca/employment-v...
Passionate about creating exceptional library experiences? Join us as a Manager of Customer Experience (8-Month Contract) and help shape the way our community connects, learns, and grows.
👉 Apply here: www.wellandlibrary.ca/employment-v...
As the colder months settle in, shorter days can dim our mood and energy. At the library, we find comfort in a good story, a friendly chat, or a song that lifts your spirit. Check out uplifting playlists on @FreegalMusic and @hoopladigital.bsky.social!
#music #GRAMMYs
#music #GRAMMYs
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November 12, 2025 at 5:05 PM
As the colder months settle in, shorter days can dim our mood and energy. At the library, we find comfort in a good story, a friendly chat, or a song that lifts your spirit. Check out uplifting playlists on @FreegalMusic and @hoopladigital.bsky.social!
#music #GRAMMYs
#music #GRAMMYs
In honour of Remembrance Day, our Main Branch features a special book display that reminds us of the courage, sacrifice, and resilience of those who came before us.
Take a moment to explore it during your next visit.🌸
Take a moment to explore it during your next visit.🌸
November 11, 2025 at 5:58 PM
In honour of Remembrance Day, our Main Branch features a special book display that reminds us of the courage, sacrifice, and resilience of those who came before us.
Take a moment to explore it during your next visit.🌸
Take a moment to explore it during your next visit.🌸
Nowadays, libraries are more than just books! It offers endless ways to learn, create, and connect with the community. Over time, it has grown and evolved to meet people’s changing interests and needs. So, as a Library Lover, tell us, what have you borrowed recently?
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October 29, 2025 at 3:28 PM
Nowadays, libraries are more than just books! It offers endless ways to learn, create, and connect with the community. Over time, it has grown and evolved to meet people’s changing interests and needs. So, as a Library Lover, tell us, what have you borrowed recently?
Do you know how WPL impacts the community?
Every number tells a story. 💙
Check out WPL’s 2024 Impact Report to see how we’re making a difference together: www.wellandlibrary.ca/annual-reports
Every number tells a story. 💙
Check out WPL’s 2024 Impact Report to see how we’re making a difference together: www.wellandlibrary.ca/annual-reports
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October 27, 2025 at 8:28 PM
Do you know how WPL impacts the community?
Every number tells a story. 💙
Check out WPL’s 2024 Impact Report to see how we’re making a difference together: www.wellandlibrary.ca/annual-reports
Every number tells a story. 💙
Check out WPL’s 2024 Impact Report to see how we’re making a difference together: www.wellandlibrary.ca/annual-reports
Exciting news at the library! 📰Calling all local history fanatics!
This past summer we started a project to get our microfilm of historic Welland newspapers digitized. Newspapers.com, a part of the Ancestry organization, did the work and it is now ready for public use!
This past summer we started a project to get our microfilm of historic Welland newspapers digitized. Newspapers.com, a part of the Ancestry organization, did the work and it is now ready for public use!
October 23, 2025 at 1:14 PM
Exciting news at the library! 📰Calling all local history fanatics!
This past summer we started a project to get our microfilm of historic Welland newspapers digitized. Newspapers.com, a part of the Ancestry organization, did the work and it is now ready for public use!
This past summer we started a project to get our microfilm of historic Welland newspapers digitized. Newspapers.com, a part of the Ancestry organization, did the work and it is now ready for public use!
Celebrate Ontario Public Library Week! 📚
From Oct 19–25, join us in celebrating “Libraries For Life” and the joy of reading, learning, and community!
From Oct 19–25, join us in celebrating “Libraries For Life” and the joy of reading, learning, and community!
October 20, 2025 at 5:34 PM
Celebrate Ontario Public Library Week! 📚
From Oct 19–25, join us in celebrating “Libraries For Life” and the joy of reading, learning, and community!
From Oct 19–25, join us in celebrating “Libraries For Life” and the joy of reading, learning, and community!
You think, “I’ve got a busy couple of weeks coming up,” and suddenly (BAM) all your holds, physical and digital, are ready at once, swarming you like a horde of overexcited book critters.
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October 14, 2025 at 9:59 PM
You think, “I’ve got a busy couple of weeks coming up,” and suddenly (BAM) all your holds, physical and digital, are ready at once, swarming you like a horde of overexcited book critters.
October is Canadian Library Month, and from October 19 to 25, we celebrate Ontario Public Library Week. This year’s theme, “Libraries For Life,” highlights the essential role libraries play in lifelong learning and community connection.
October 8, 2025 at 1:08 PM
October is Canadian Library Month, and from October 19 to 25, we celebrate Ontario Public Library Week. This year’s theme, “Libraries For Life,” highlights the essential role libraries play in lifelong learning and community connection.
What was your first impression?
Imagine reading like this every day.
Reading can be a real challenge for some! This October, during Dyslexia Awareness Month, we honor and support all readers!
Imagine reading like this every day.
Reading can be a real challenge for some! This October, during Dyslexia Awareness Month, we honor and support all readers!
October 7, 2025 at 1:09 PM
What was your first impression?
Imagine reading like this every day.
Reading can be a real challenge for some! This October, during Dyslexia Awareness Month, we honor and support all readers!
Imagine reading like this every day.
Reading can be a real challenge for some! This October, during Dyslexia Awareness Month, we honor and support all readers!
Happy Franco-Ontarian Day! Welland, often called ‘French Town,’ has a rich Francophone heritage dating back to the early 20th century.
September 25, 2025 at 1:09 PM
Happy Franco-Ontarian Day! Welland, often called ‘French Town,’ has a rich Francophone heritage dating back to the early 20th century.
WPL has 3 branches across Welland to meet the needs of our community. Today we say hello to our Seaway Mall staff👋 Hello ladies!
September 17, 2025 at 5:28 PM
WPL has 3 branches across Welland to meet the needs of our community. Today we say hello to our Seaway Mall staff👋 Hello ladies!
Simply observing nature offers the same benefits as meditation. Libraries promote outdoor activities to help the community decompress and recharge #Wellness #Libraries #Nature
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September 12, 2025 at 1:41 PM
Simply observing nature offers the same benefits as meditation. Libraries promote outdoor activities to help the community decompress and recharge #Wellness #Libraries #Nature