Programming Policy: Programming supports the Library’s mission to stimulate imagination and inquiry. Programming provides information, invites public discussion, encourages curiosity and creativity and promotes literacy and reading. Programming also promotes the library’s services and resources. This policy defines the provision of programming at the Library.
- Yacking with Yarn: 2nd & 4th Fridays at 1pm
Join us on the 2nd and 4th Friday of the month at 1pm for Yacking with Yarn!
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.
- Library Book Club: Tuesday, November 18th at 2pm
Love talking about books but don’t always want to read the same thing as everyone else? In this club, you pick your own book based on our monthly theme. November’s theme is one (or all) of our Stirling Reads picks!
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.
- Mittens for Kittens: Annual Mitten Drive
It’s that time of year when we start collecting mittens! Drop off donations of new mittens, scarves and hats until December 5th when we will be presenting them to the Community Cupboard Christmas Sharing Program.
- Learn to Crochet: Tuesday, November 18th at 6pm
Learn a new skill at the library! Register below!
- After School Hangout: Wednesdays at 4pm
Join us after school on Wednesdays at 4pm for a different activity each week! Recommended for ages 5 and up.
- Holiday Market Fundraiser – November 7th and 8th
Support the Stirling-Rawdon Public Library this holiday season and stop by the library during the Holiday Market on Friday, November 7th and Saturday, November 8th!
We’ll be set up outside the library and have a delightful selection of bookmarks, keychains, zipper pulls and bracelets made by local teens this summer as well as glass ornaments made by Nancy Snowden and even a few books for sale! Plus we’ll have a fun little Christmas craft for you to make! Funds raised directly support future library programming and help us purchase wishlist items.
Drop by between 4pm and 8pm on Friday and between 10am and 1pm on Saturday!
- Knit Along & Chat: Knitting in Code – Tuesday, November 4th at 10:30am
Join us at the library on Tuesday, November 4th at 10:30am for a Knit Along and Chat: Knitting in Code with the creators of Spycraft.
Bring your knitting, or just come and chat, and meet Kirk Dunn, co-playwright and knitting designer of Spycraft, the WW2 espionage thriller at the Stirling Festival Theatre Oct. 30th to Nov. 9th, 2025. Kirk will chat about knitting in code, designing the show’s knitted costumes, and writing a thriller…about knitting!
No registration required.
- Embroidered Notebook: Adult Craft Night – Tuesday, November 4th at 6pm
Register online today below!
- Career Edge: Thursday, October 30th 5:30-6:30pm
Drop in to speak with an Employment Counsellor on Thursday, October 30th between 5 and 6:30pm for help with job search assistance, access to training opportunities and more!
- Library Book Club: Tuesday, October 21st at 2pm
Love talking about books but don’t always want to read the same thing as everyone else? At our meeting, we’ll share what we read, compare experiences, and maybe discover a few new titles for our to-be-read lists. It’s all about connecting over stories, without the pressure of one set reading list. No registration required, new members always welcome. For October’s meeting, read something colourful!
- Open Makerspace Day: Saturday, October 25th
Curious about robotics, circuits, and creative technology? Join us in the library’s makerspace for an open drop-in session! Saturday, October 25th drop-in any time between 10:30am and 2:30pm. Try out hands-on tools like our Sphero robots, LEGO robotics, Snap Circuits, Makey Makey, and more. Explore at your own pace, experiment with different gadgets, and discover how science, coding, and creativity come together. No registration required.
- Gel Printing: Tuesday, October 21st at 6pm
Discover the fun and versatility of gel printing—a simple, playful process that uses a soft gel plate and brayer to create beautifully patterned papers. These unique prints can be used for collage, mixed media projects, art journals, card making, and more. No artistic ability is required—just a willingness to experiment!
All supplies, including gel plates, brayers, paint, and paper, will be provided for use during the class. Space is limited to 10 participants, so reserve your spot early!
Register online here
- October Take & Make Kit: Ghost Tassels
Drop into the children’s department to pick up October’s Take & Make Kit while supplies last! Each kit contains the supplies needed to make several ghost tassels, all you need to provide are scissors and glue!
- October is Canadian Library Month!
October is our annual fund drive month! Please consider donating to help us continue to provide the very best resources and programs to our community.
Thanks to our amazing teen volunteers this summer we have bookmarks, zipper pulls, bracelets and keychains available for sale by donation. Drop into the library and purchase one today!
- After School Hangout: Wednesdays at 4pm
Join us at 4pm every Wednesday for a different activity each week! Games, crafts, coding and more! Recommended for ages 5 and up, no registration required.
- Paper Pumpkins: Adult Craft Night, Tuesday, October 7th at 6pm
Come unwind with a fun and creative evening of crafting paper pumpkins! All materials are provided you just need to bring your creativity. Perfect for adding a handmade touch to your fall décor. No experience needed! By the end of the evening, everyone has a little pumpkin patch of their own creations to take home, perfect for centerpieces, mantel displays, or even gifts.
Register online here
- Yacking with Yarn – Friday, September 12th at 1pm and Friday, September 26th at 1pm
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.
- Dungeons & Dragons – Thursdays at 4:30pm
Adventure awaits! Join our all-ages, drop-in Dungeons & Dragons game, no experience necessary. Whether you’re a seasoned hero or brand new to roleplaying, everyone is welcome at the table. Create characters, explore fantastical worlds, and work together to overcome challenges in this fun and beginner-friendly session. Dice, character sheets, and guidance provided. Just bring your imagination!
Starting next week, Thursday, September 11th! Hope to see you there!
- After School Hangout – Wednesdays at 4pm
Join us for a different activity each week after school on Wednesdays at 4pm starting Wednesday, September 10th. No registration required. Recommended for ages 5 and up.
- Storytime – Thursdays at 10:30am
Storytime returns next week, Thursday, September 11th at 10:30am.
Bring your little ones for a lively and engaging storytime session featuring books, songs, and interactive activities. Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers, Storytime encourages a love of reading, sparks imagination, and supports early learning — all in a warm and welcoming space. Recommended for ages 4 and under and their caregiver. No registration required.
- Library Book Club – Tuesday, September 16th at 2pm
Love talking about books but don’t always want to read the same thing as everyone else? In this club, you pick your own book based on our monthly theme, such as, mystery, memoir, travel, historical fiction, and more. At our meeting, we’ll share what we read, compare experiences, and maybe discover a few new titles for our to-be-read lists. It’s all about connecting over stories, without the pressure of one set reading list. No registration required, new members always welcome.
Join us on Tuesday, September 16th at 2pm and come prepared to talk about something you’ve read over the summer.
- Creative Curiosity Club – Wednesdays at 1pm
Starting Wednesday, September 10th at 1pm and every Wednesday at 1pm after that join us for an art group for adults!
This is a space to make art simply for the joy of it, no rules, no pressure, and no experience needed. Each week we’ll explore a new prompt, material, or technique, but the focus is on play, curiosity, and self-expression rather than perfection. Come connect with other creative minds, try something new, and enjoy the process of making. In the month of September we’ll be exploring watercolour.
All supplies are provided, just bring yourself and an open mind. No registration required.
- Fall Prevention Program for Seniors – Thursdays at 10am starting September 4th
There’s still time to register for this Fall Prevention program for Seniors! This workshop focuses on improving strength, balance, endurance, and overall health. Learn to minimize the risks of falls by making easy changes.
For older adults who live in Stirling-Rawdon. Registration required. For more information or to register call 833-355-6668 Ext. 105
- Aging and the Sense – Tuesday, September 2nd at 1pm
Don’t forget to join us on Tuesday, September 2nd at 1pm for this presentation on “Aging and the Sense” which will highlight the changes that occur with aging, reflecting on what a person may experience physically as they age, and identifying issues related to activities of daily living. No registration required. Everyone welcome.
- Garden Party moved to the library!
*JOIN US AT THE LIBRARY INSTEAD at 11am*
Since everything is pretty wet with the rain we finally got this morning we have decided to move the Garden Party to the library! Join us at 11am for games, crafts and freezies! Everyone welcome, no registration required.
