Adult Programs

Perth County Reads

Liberty Street is a riveting novel about one journalist's harrowing journey into an infamous real-life 1960s women's prison - and the detective who uncovers her story decades later.

Inspired by true events and the real-life women’s prison that was the first of its kind in Canada, Liberty Street is at once poignant and dazzling; an unforgettable story about resilience, mental health, and female connection that weaves back and forth through time to a stunning and powerful conclusion.

Visit the Perth County Reads page to find the programs happening at the various Perth County libraries.

Learn to Play Mahjong

Adults (18+), drop-in

Join our avid group of Mahjong players for fun, learning and friendship. Our established group will teach you the basics and then you can join right in with the fun! Learn to Play will run for 6 weeks this fall and then regular Mahjong play will resume.

When: 1-3pm on Tuesdays. Learn to Play will run September 22 to October 27.
Or drop in and play in groups any time the library is open. Ask for use of the tiles at the desk.

Where: West Perth Public Library - Young Adult area

Guided Heritage Hike:
Plagues, Public Health and Public Works

Ages 14+, drop-in

Learn about plagues, public health and public works in the region during this staff-guided Heritage Hike. West Perth was a microcosm for Canada as a whole. There are so many fascinating stories waiting to be told, right here in town.

Participants should be prepared for a 4km walk on sidewalks and trails around town.

When: 5:45-7pm on Thursday, October 1 (rain date is Thursday, October 15)

Where: The walk will start at West Perth Public Library

Senior 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 Tuesdays 

• Fall session runs September 15 - December 15

Where: West Perth Community Centre

What to bring: Running shoes, water bottle; first-timers will need to fill out a form upon arrival

Senior Book Chat

Open to adults 55+, drop-in

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.

When: 11am - noon on the following Mondays:

• September 28
• October 26
• November 30
• December 14 (please note this is the second Monday of the month)

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

What to bring: A book you have recently read

Crafters' Circle

14+, drop-in

Bring your knitting, crocheting, weaving etc. to chat and work on existing projects with this active group of crafters.

When: Tuesdays from 2-3PM 
Where: West Perth Public Library
What to bring: Crafting project