Programs
Open the tabs below to learn about our reoccurring and unique programs! Programs are free unless otherwise noted.
Upcoming Programs
Paint a Bowl for Empty Bowls
Join us at the library on Tuesday, June 24 from 4:00pm to 7:30pm, to hand paint a bowl, which will be donated to the Empty Bowls event hosted by the Stratford House of Blessing Food Bank. No experience is necessary.
Painting your bowl will take approximately 2 hours, so please come with enough time to finish properly.
Registration is required.
This event is for ages 14+.
On Friday, October 24, attend the Empty Bowls event at the Stratford Rotary Complex, and purchase a bowl to support the organization and local families facing food insecurity.
Visit www.shob.org/empty-bowls for more details about the event in October.
Gentle Seated Fitness Class
This free class is geared to those who are looking for a low impact seated class as an introduction and/or beginning to their fitness journey. Please register by calling 519-595-8755.
The first class starts on Wednesday, April 2 @ 11:00am-11:45am, and will continue until the end of June.
Service Canada Pop-Ups
We are excited to announce that PEPL is having Service Canada Pop-Ups for Perth East residents! They can provide assistance with getting people social insurance numbers, setting up pension/old age security, assisting with employment insurance, helping people get set up with the new Canadian Dental Care Plan, and more!
Please drop in for this service. There is no need to make an appointment.
- Stay tuned for future dates!
Stay tuned for a summer packed full of fun-filled programs, engaging educational activities, and reading challenges!
Monday
Play and Learn by EarlyON: Weekly at 9:30am-11:30am - Children birth to age 6 with their parent/caregiver: A safe play environment which allows children to explore & create with new materials, play alongside other children & learn to express their thoughts and feelings through social interactions.
Tuesday
Library Board Meeting: Every 2nd Tuesday - If you would like to attend a monthly library board meeting please contact Kendra Roth at kroth@pertheastpl.ca.
Afternoon Book Club: Every 3rd Tuesday at 1:00pm-2:00pm - Afternoon book club features a variety of book selection and great conversation with Cindy and other book club members. Call PEPL at 519-595-8395, talk to a staff at the front desk or email us at pel@pertheastpl.ca to sign up!
Evening Book Club: Every 3rd Tuesday at 7:00pm-8:00pm - Evening book club also offers an array of selection and is great for people who can't make it to the library in the afternoon. Call PEPL at 519-595-8395, talk to a staff at the front desk or email us at pel@pertheastpl.ca to sign up!
Wednesday
Play and Learn by EarlyON: Weekly at 9:30am-11:30am - Children birth to age 6 with their parent/caregiver: A safe play environment which allows children to explore & create with new materials, play alongside other children & learn to express their thoughts and feelings through social interactions.
YMCA Settlement Services from 9:00am-11:00am - This free service provides immigrants all the help and support they need to begin their new lives in Canada.
- May 21
- June 18
Gentle Seated Fitness Class: Weekly at 11:00-11:45am - This free class is geared to those who are looking for a low impact seated class as an introduction and/or the beginning to their fitness journey. Please register by calling 519-595-8755. This class will run until the end of June.
Thursday
Sing to Me: Weekly at 10:00am - Until the end of May, join Pastor Sonja for a song-based program for toddlers and children!
Baby Time by EarlyON: Weekly at 1:00pm-3:00pm - Infants birth to 18 months with their parent/caregiver: A time for parents/caregivers to find support & encouragement from their peers and EarlyON facilitators in a safe and welcoming environment. This program will feature an engaging circle, giving infant and adult the time to delight together and find creative ways to use songs and puppets alongside developmental milestones!
Sip & Stitch: Last Thursday at 6:00pm-7:30pm - Join us in the library for an evening of great company and cross-stitching! Bring your own project along and connect with members of your community. Assistance will be available if you have any questions about cross-stitching, including purchasing patterns and supplies. If you are new to cross-stitching, the bookshelf kit is still available for purchase. Please call ahead to register for this new kit. Please call 519-595-8395 if you have any questions.
Saturday
Play and Learn by EarlyON - June 21, 2025 - 10:00am-11:00am - Children birth to age 6 with their parent/caregiver: A safe play environment which allows children to explore & create with new materials, play alongside other children & learn to express their thoughts and feelings through social interactions.