February 4th: This week we’re building our own deserted islands but then disaster strikes and the challenge will be to fix it! Do you have what it takes to complete the challenge? Then join us!
February 12th: Get crafty with us this week as we make a unique stained glass heart suncatcher to decorate with!
February 19th: Learn how to turn an ordinary paper plate into a colourful woven bowl to store trinkets and treasures in!
February 26th: Join us on the last Wednesday of the month to learn the basics of coding! No registration required. Recommended for ages 5+
PAWS for Reading is a program that allows children to read to a trained therapy dog! Reading to a dog is fun and can help improve reading and communication skills because a dog doesn’t care if you stumble or make you feel awkward. Sign up for a 15 minute time slot to read to Zazu by calling us at 613-395-2837 or emailing info@stirlinglibrary.com or just drop into the library and ask! Starting February 5th and each Wednesday in February.
The next self-sufficient living discussion group meeting will be on Tuesday, February 4th at 6pm.
Join guest speakers Jennifer Drummond, Doctor of Naturopathy, and herbal specialist, Kris Buttigieg, for an informative presentation on garden and backyard herbs for medicinal and edible usage. A question & answer period to follow. No registration required.
*The information shared in the workshop is not a substitute for medical advice and participants should consult their doctor before using any herbs for medicinal purposes.*
February’s Adult Craft Night is…Paper Quilling! Learn the art of paper quilling to create a whimsical heart in time for Valentine’s Day! All supplies will be provided. Registration required. Register online here!
Join us Wednesdays at 4pm for our After School Hangout. Recommended for ages 5 and up with a different activity each week. No registration required.
Wednesday, January 8th at 4pm: Using only toothpicks and packing peanuts can you complete our toothpick tower challenges?
Wednesday, January 15th at 4pm: We’re playing the Fishbowl Game! The Fishbowl Game combines the classic games of Taboo, Charades and Password into one fun experience. Who can play? All ages!
Wednesday, January 22nd at 4pm: This week we’re doing a fun library scavenger hunt!
Wednesday, January 29th: Join us for coding this week!
We have several guests coming to the Stirling Library in January! Join us for one (or all) of these FREE programs this month No library card required, all of our programs are open to everyone.
Tuesday, January 14th at 5:30: Past Life Explorations with Loraine: Learn about past life explorations for self-discovery and healing. Join us for an info session and question and answer period. Everyone welcome, no registration required.
Saturday, January 18th at 11am: Author Visit with Nicole Flynn: Nicole Flynn has written a novel about the evolution of her life. This autobiography, titled A Life Worth Living, tours the reader on a journey through challenges, celebrations, and contributions. Flynn demonstrates that having Down syndrome doesn’t stop her, society does…or tries too! Nicole’s goal is to inspire people to live their lives to the fullest. She hopes to influence community members, allies, and supporters to give ALL people the chance to try. Our lives are worth living! No registration required.
Tuesday, January 21st at 6pm: Nolan Eakins from Read Tree Services will be joining our Self-Sufficient Living Discussion Group meeting to discuss tree pruning to maximize health and yield. Everyone welcome, no registration required.
Wednesday, January 22nd at 6pm: Join Don from Cybertect for the first session in our cybersecurity series, offering an overview of the basics to help you stay safe online. Learn how to create strong passwords, recognize phishing scams, browse securely, and protect your devices. Perfect for beginners, this session sets the foundation for navigating the digital world with confidence. No registration required—everyone welcome!
Did you make a New Years Resolution to learn or try something new? Then join one of our groups at the library!
Every Wednesday we have Art Journaling at 10am: This group is all about creating for the sake of creating. Try new mediums, techniques and just have fun with art. No experience or artistic ability necessary. Each week will have a different prompt or try out a new art medium. All supplies will be provided but you are welcome to bring your own too! No registration required.
Fridays at 10am join us for music and singing as part of the Stirling MILL Ukulele Group (SMUG). Bring your own ukulele or just come and sing along! Ukuleles will also be available to play. No experience necessary. No registration required.
Twice a month on Fridays at 1pm our Knitting Group meets to knit and socialize. Whether you’ve been knitting for decades or looking to learn, everyone welcome! No experience necessary. Bring your own project. No registration required. Join us January 10th and 24th this month
On the 2nd Thursday of the month at 2pm the Author Round Table meets to discuss writing. For inspiring and published authors alike, we meet to support each other’s writing journey. No registration required.
Join our book club that meets the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 2pm. Participants read anything within a particular genre or topic then come prepared to discuss. New members always welcome. No registration required. January theme: Something new
We will be closed December 24th-26th and open 10-3 on the 27th and 28th and closed again on the 31st and 1st for the holidays. Normal hours resume on January 2nd.
No library card required, all of our programs are open to everyone.
