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Senior Book Chat

Open to adults 55+

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:

  • July 28 - A Perth County Reads program - discussing Larkspur by Dan Needles
  • August 18 (please note this is the 3rd Monday in August)

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

What to bring: A book you have recently read


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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. (on hiatus July and August) 
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


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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: on hiatus for the summer - returns September 9th 

Where: West Perth Community Centre

What to bring: Running shoes, water bottle

**Please note that Mitchell and Area Community Outreach continues their classes Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 9:30-10:30am at Upper Thames Missionary Church throughout the summer.


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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 2-3PM NEW TIME!
Where: West Perth Public Library
What to bring: Crafting project