Spread the holiday cheer with a library program

By St. Catharines Public Library - Nov 04, 2026

Program highlights

'Tis the season to be jolly! At the library, it's also the season to create, connect, and celebrate together. To help you get into the holiday spirit, we're offering a lineup of festive programs for the whole family:

Cricut Creations Workshop: Holiday Cards

Older Adults 55+

Friday, November 20 | 9:30am
Merritt Branch

Learn how to create files and print them using the Cricut - a smart cutting machine that can cut all types of materials for your crafting, DIY, or hobby projects. In this workshop, we'll be learning how to design and cut intricate paper holiday cards.

Registration required.

A card with cursive text reading "happy holidays" surrounded by winter greenery.

Hand-Printed Holiday Cards

For Adults

Saturday, November 21 | 2pm
Merritt Branch

Learn how to use Styrofoam trays to produce beautiful holiday-themed block prints for greeting cards.

Registration required.

A conductor leading a choir wearing all black attire.

Drop-In: Carolling in the Atrium

For Adults

Wednesday, November 25 | 6:30pm
Central Library

The Salvation Army Band, led by Band Master Graham Kinghorn, and One Voice Choir, led by Laurie Bearss, will be spreading Christmas spirit with the return of Carolling in the Atrium.

A clear, round holiday ornament filled with mini books made of paper.

Year of Books Ornament Workshop

For Adults

Saturday, November 28 | 2pm
Central Library

Design and assemble personalized ornaments that celebrate your favourite reads from the year. Picture tiny book covers encased in clear ornaments, perfect for adding a literary touch to your holiday decor.

Registration required.

A girl holding an envelop that says "To Santa".

Letters to Santa

Write a letter to Santa and mail it to the North Pole using our special delivery mailbox. Discover when our special delivery mailbox will be at a library location near you:

Port Dalhousie Branch

Tuesday, November 10 - Saturday, November 14

Dr. Huq Family Library Branch

Tuesday, November 17 - Saturday, November 21

Merritt Branch

Tuesday, November 24 - Saturday, November 28

Central Library

Tuesday, December 1 - Saturday, December 5

Even more holiday programs coming soon...

There are even more holiday programs coming to the library this December! December program registrations open on Tuesday, November 17th. Mark your calendars and visit our Events Calendar to browse our line up of festivities.

View our Events Calendar

Even more holiday programs coming soon...

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