In this book you club you pick what you want to read based on our monthly theme. January’s theme is “warm and cozy.” No assigned reading — just bring whatever book feels warm and cozy to you. Tuesday, January 20th at 2pm
A mystery, a romance, a classic, poetry, recipes… if it comforts you, it counts. No registration required. New members always welcome.
Welcome to the Reading Olympics Challenge—where every page you turn brings you closer to the podium! 📚🏅
In this challenge, each “sport” represents a theme or category of books—mystery, fantasy, science, adventure, history, you name it. Within every sport, there are 3 books waiting for you to conquer.
Here’s how you earn your medals:
🥉 Bronze Medal – Read 1 book in a sport
🥈 Silver Medal – Read 2 books in a sport
🥇 Gold Medal – Read all 3 books in a sport and become a champion reader!
The more sports you complete, the more medals you collect—stack them up and watch your reading achievements shine! Whether you’re exploring new genres or diving deeper into your favorites, every book brings you closer to victory.
So grab a book, step up to the starting line, and let the Reading Olympics begin.
Read more. Achieve more. Win more. 📖✨
Join us next week, Wednesday, January 14th at 11:30am for Self-Care for Care Partners presented by the Hastings-Prince Edward Alzheimer’s Society.
Many caregivers tend to set their own needs aside while caring for the person living with dementia and hope that if they don’t think about it, the stress might just go away. But you need to take care of yourself, too. This interactive workshop, presented by Hastings – Prince Edward Alzheimer’s Society is designed to help family members and friends caring for people living with dementia. No registration required.
Bring a puzzle you’ve already completed and swap it for a new-to-you one. It’s a fun, easy way to discover fresh challenges, share favorites, and keep the puzzle fun going—all for free! Next Tuesday, January 13th 4-6:30pm
Yacking with Yarn is the 2nd and 4th Friday of the month from 1-3pm. Drop in and join us to share about knitting, crocheting, embroidery, cross stitch or any fibre art that can travel. Whether you’re a beginner or have advanced skills in the fibre arts, you’re welcome to join us. No registration required.
January 7th:We’re creating unique snowflake art using fun craft supplies. Every snowflake is one-of-a-kind, just like you!
January 14th: The craziest twist on tic tac toe you’ve ever played! To claim a square, you’ve gotta EARN it with a wild challenge.
January 21st: We’ll fold, fill, and bake simple treats while learning basic kitchen skills in a fun, hands-on activity. Fruit filled crescent turnovers!
January 28th:Using craft materials, we’ll build tiny snowy scenes and let your imagination bring your miniature winter world to life.
Please note the upcoming holiday closures between December 24th and January 1st.
Wednesday, December 24th: CLOSED
Thursday, December 25th: CLOSED
Friday, December 26th: CLOSED
Saturday, December 27th: CLOSED
Tuesday, December 30th: 10-7
Wednesday, December 31st: 10-4 (closing early)
Thursday, January 1st: CLOSED
Normal hours resume Friday, January 2nd.
Ring in the Noon Year at the Library! Can’t stay up until midnight? Join us for a special Noon Year’s Eve Celebration, a fun-filled countdown to noon! Dress up in your party best and help us welcome the New Year early! No registration required, recommended for all ages.
For the safety of our staff who all drive in from out of town the Stirling-Rawdon Public Library will be closed today, Wednesday, December 10th, due to the inclement weather.
Did you know that Jane Austen’s 250th birthday is December 16th, 2025? To celebrate our theme for December is all things Jane Austen! Read one of her books or something inspired by Jane Austen and at our meeting, we’ll share what we read. It’s all about connecting over stories, without the pressure of one set reading list. No registration required, new members always welcome.
