Wellington County Library Palmerston Branch

06/07/2026

Discover Canadian stories at Fiction Fest!

Join a nationwide virtual literary festival celebrating Canadian fiction, featuring 121 authors and 36 live readings and panels. All online and completely free!

From June 21 to July 4, 2026, tune in from anywhere to explore new books, hear author readings, and join engaging literary discussions.

Registration is now open at https://fictionfest.ca.

06/06/2026

Did you know you can return books to our exterior drop boxes anytime, day or night?

It’s an easy way to return those long-overdue items and give your library account a fresh start. Please return items like board games, tech, and other fragile materials that could be damaged in the drop box directly to the service desk, though.

05/30/2026

A little story of library joy from our Rockwood Branch, where we have vintage Franklin and Arthur posters on display. 🐢

Recently, a visitor told us something that stopped us in our tracks: he mentioned he's friends with Franklin's original illustrator! On a previous visit, he'd taken photos of our posters to share with her. She's living with Alzheimer's, and seeing those familiar illustrations, knowing they're still hanging in a library, brought her real happiness.

That made us pretty happy too.

05/28/2026

No school? No problem - spend the upcoming PA Day at the library with family and friends!

Options include: a family movie at Palmerston and Hillsburgh Branch, rock painting at Elora Branch, or Babysitting Basics at Drayton Branch.

Registration may be required. Visit our online calendar for activities near you.

05/27/2026

Sss is for sssumer! Registration is now open for activities and special guests coming to you this July and August. Stop by your local branch this summer for reading challenges, crafts, story times, magicians, live animals, and more.

Our online calendar is packed with exciting events, and spots will fill up so sssign-up today!

05/23/2026

This little cutie was so excited to get her first library card. Way to go, and welcome to the Wellington County Library family!

Now, let's go on an adventure.

05/22/2026

Did you know games like cards, board games, and puzzles may help keep the brain sharp as we age? Borrow from our board game collection, add some pieces to a community puzzle, or play with friends at Scrabble Clubs at Aboyne and Puslinch Branch.

Games can also help loved ones with dementia. Our cognitive activity kits include puzzles and activity sheets that are fun to play together. Ask staff for details or request one through our catalogue.

Let's age actively together!

05/21/2026

Nothing beats the start of read-outside weather!

Check out books to make that time even better (i.e. by making delicious food), such as 'Wood, Fire and Smoke' by Canadian Chef Michael Smith.

Click on the subjects listed under this title for more library books about outdoor cooking and barbecuing.

Wood, Fire & Smoke — Smith, Michael, 1966 October 13- — Over 80 innovative recipes and techniques for grilling, smoking, spit-roasting, cooking over coals, and more, from chef and master of wood-fired cooking Michael Smith.

05/20/2026

Immerse yourself in nature with Grand River Conservation Authority, Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, Credit Valley Conservation, Hamilton Conservation Authority, Conservation Halton, and Ontario Parks.

Borrow conservation area day passes at your local branch - FREE for all Wellington County Library cardholders!

First-come, first-served so don't delay if you want one for your weekend. Visit our online catalogue and search 'parks pass' for current availability.

05/16/2026

The flowers are in full bloom, and so are great stories! Whether you’re reading in the sunshine, discovering a new favourite author, or visiting your local branch, the library is the perfect place to slow down and enjoy the season.

Pick up a new book for your long weekend and let your next adventure begin among the flowers and the pages. Reminder that all branches are closed Sunday, May 17 and Monday, May 18.