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Behind the Evidence:
Homicide, Forensics & Crime Analysis

Adults, teens 14+

Join the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) for an inside look at homicide investigations, forensic evidence and the role of crime analysis in solving cases. Part of the PC Reads program.

When: 2-3pm on Tuesday, October 6

Where: Municipal Office - Community Room

Registration is required. Please register on Rec Desk.


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Dungeons & Dragons

Ages 10-18

Use your imagination through storytelling and role-playing. Game masters will guide the adventuring party on an epic quest.

When: These details are shared with registrants.

Where: West Perth Youth Centre.

The next session will be held from October 19 - November 30. Registration opened on September 16.


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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


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Tween Crochet Crew

Ages 10-14, drop-in

Tween Crochet Artists will meet at the library to work on their projects and learn from each other. Library staff and volunteers will intermittently be on hand to provide guidance, but tweens are encouraged to learn from each other.

When: 4:30-5:30pm on Thursdays beginning October 8

Where: West Perth Public Library, YA section


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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