Adult Programs

Cookbook and Favourite Recipe Swap

Ages 14+

Do you have gently used cookbooks taking up space? Do you want to expand your recipe repertoire?

Come to our cookbook and recipe swap. Participants must come with their favourite recipe(s) printed on a card. We will chat about what recipes we are enjoying, new styles of cooking etc. 

Library staff will take all of the recipes brought in and create a collection to share with all participants. This will be emailed or printed out and ready 1 week after the program. 

When: 11 am on Saturday, January 18

Where: West Perth Public Library - Program Room

What to bring: Your favourite recipe(s) printed on a card. Also, 2-5 cookbooks that you would like to pass along. This is not a requirement for participation, but only those who bring cookbooks will engage in swapping.

This program is free, but registration is required. Please register online through Rec Desk, from December 15 - January 17.

Sourdough Starters

Ages 14+

Do you have an interest in learning to make Sourdough? Meet with library staff and fellow enthusiasts to learn how to make and keep a sourdough starter. Share recipes and tips to get you started.

When: 6pm on Thursday, January 23

Where: West Perth Public Library - Program Room

This program is free, but registration is required. Please register online through Rec Desk, from December 15 - January 22.

Seniors Book Chat

Local seniors are encouraged to meet at the Ritz Manor Community Room. Participants and library program staff will share lively discussion about recent books and enjoy social time.

Open to West Perth adults 55+

When: 11AM - noon on the following Mondays:

• January 27
• February 24

Where: Ritz Manor Community Lounge @ 15 Frances St. (enter off parking area) 

What to bring: A book you have recently read

Thrifty Cooking Ideas

Ages 14+ -Drop-in

Thrifty Cooking Tips - Chat, learn and share with library staff and fellow community members what works for them in cooking on a budget. This program is ideal for new cooks, people new to cooking on a budget and advanced home cooks who want to share their skills.

When: 6:15pm on Thursday, February 20

Where: West Perth Public Library - Program Room

Mahjong Meet Up

For adults

This popular activity has returned! Join in this lively group as you learn and play together.

When: 1pm on Tuesdays. New session starting Jan. 7, 2025
Or drop in and play in groups any time the library is open. Ask for use of the tiles at the desk.

Where: YA area

Active Adult Fitness

Canadian Centre of Activity and Aging-trained instructors will lead safe and effective exercise classes for older adults in our community. In collaboration with Mitchell and Area Community Outreach and the Municipality of West Perth.

When: 9:30am on Tuesday mornings
- September 20, 2024 - May 27, 2025 
   with the exceptions of December 24&31 and March 11

Where: West Perth Community Centre

What to bring: Running shoes, water bottle

Crafters' Circle

Crafters' Circle is a program for adults and teens. The group will meet at the Library to work on personal crafting projects and create community connections. It's a great way for people who are new to the community or for anyone who is feeling isolated to connect with others.

When: Tuesdays from 5-6PM
Where: West Perth Public Library
What to bring: Crafting project