For Adults
Adult programming and groups
For more information about Adult Programming and/or Groups please contact
Krista at kristar@quintewest.ca or 613-394-3381 ext. 3325
January - April
Quinte West, Ontario, Ontario K8V 5R6 Canada
Bring your phone, tablet, laptop computer and your technology questions to this drop in program and a staff person will help you become more familiar with your device. Tuesdays from […]
Quinte West, Ontario, Ontario K8V 5R6 Canada
Visit our sewing studio and try your hand at a simple sewing project! This is a self-guided program, with knowledgeable staff on hand to help walk you through. We’ll teach […]
Quinte West, Ontario, Ontario K8V 5R6 Canada
Join us for Open Makerspace Tech Time! Come and explore the world of creativity using our Makerspace tech tools, including the Glowforge laser cutter, 3D UltiMaker printer, and Cricut die-cutting […]
Quinte West, Ontario, Ontario K8V 5R6 Canada
Bring your knitting or crochet and join us in the back of the library for low-tech crafting. Meet other crafters and work on your latest project. Minimal cost for some […]
Quinte West, Ontario, Ontario K8V 5R6 Canada
Unleash your coding potential! Join our Fiero Coding Club for adults every Wednesday. Explore the world of programming in a friendly and collaborative environment. Elevate your coding skills and connect […]
Quinte West, Ontario, Ontario K8V 5R6 Canada
Drop in Thursdays from 1pm- 3pm to learn more about creating with our Makerspace equipment like our Glowforge, 3D Printer or Cricut machine! No registration required.
Quinte West, Ontario, Ontario K8V 5R6 Canada
Visit our sewing studio as a family and try your hand at a simple sewing project! This is a self-guided program, with knowledgeable staff on hand to help walk you […]
Quinte West, Ontario, Ontario K8V 5R6 Canada
Solar eclipses are rare and captivating astronomical events that have fascinated people throughout history. On April 8th, 2024, a lucky few areas in southern Ontario (Quinte West included!) will witness […]
Frankford, Ontario K0K 2C0 Canada
Join us for a paint activity at the Frankford Branch! Click here to register Friday, April 5 at 10 AM - 11 :30 AM. Adult Program.
Quinte West, Ontario, Ontario K8V 5R6 Canada
Join us for an exclusive live mural experience with renowned artist, David Arrigo! In celebration of the RCAF Centennial, David Arrigo will be painting a spectacular mural for the 100th […]
Quinte West, Ontario, Ontario K8V 5R6 Canada
Bring your phone, tablet, laptop computer and your technology questions to this drop in program and a staff person will help you become more familiar with your device. Tuesdays from […]
Quinte West, Ontario, Ontario K8V 5R6 Canada
Our Socrates Café is an informal gathering where participants engage in open and philosophical discussions about various topics. Inspired by the Socratic Method, which encourages critical thinking, questioning, and examining […]
Quinte West, Ontario, Ontario K8V 5R6 Canada
Bring your knitting or crochet and join us in the back of the library for low-tech crafting. Meet other crafters and work on your latest project. Minimal cost for some […]
Quinte West, Ontario, Ontario K8V 5R6 Canada
Unleash your coding potential! Join our Fiero Coding Club for adults every Wednesday. Explore the world of programming in a friendly and collaborative environment. Elevate your coding skills and connect […]
Frankford, Ontario K0K 2C0 Canada
Join us at the Frankford Library for a serene evening of silent reading and socializing at our Silent Book Club event! Settle into a cozy corner with your favorite book […]
Quinte West, Ontario, Ontario K8V 5R6 Canada
Drop in Thursdays from 1pm- 3pm to learn more about creating with our Makerspace equipment like our Glowforge, 3D Printer or Cricut machine! No registration required.
Quinte West, Ontario, Ontario K8V 5R6 Canada
Empower your family with digital literacy skills at the Quinte West Public Library! It's a Whole New World is a digital literacy program for families that offers guidance and resources […]
Quinte West, Ontario, Ontario K8V 5R6 Canada
Learn how to easily use this free, graphic design app! We’ll cover the very basic features to provide a solid foundation for unleashing your creative potential. Monday, April 15 at […]
Quinte West, Ontario, Ontario K8V 5R6 Canada
Bring your phone, tablet, laptop computer and your technology questions to this drop in program and a staff person will help you become more familiar with your device. Tuesdays from […]
Quinte West, Ontario, Ontario K8V 5R6 Canada
Join us for Open Makerspace Tech Time! Come and explore the world of creativity using our Makerspace tech tools, including the Glowforge laser cutter, 3D UltiMaker printer, and Cricut die-cutting […]
Quinte West, Ontario, Ontario K8V 5R6 Canada
Bring your knitting or crochet and join us in the back of the library for low-tech crafting. Meet other crafters and work on your latest project. Minimal cost for some […]
Quinte West, Ontario, Ontario K8V 5R6 Canada
Unleash your coding potential! Join our Fiero Coding Club for adults every Wednesday. Explore the world of programming in a friendly and collaborative environment. Elevate your coding skills and connect […]
Quinte West, Ontario, Ontario K8V 5R6 Canada
Drop in Thursdays from 1pm- 3pm to learn more about creating with our Makerspace equipment like our Glowforge, 3D Printer or Cricut machine! No registration required.
Quinte West, Ontario, Ontario K8V 5R6 Canada
Join Roger Litwiller as he talks about Trenton's Own Ship, HMCS TRENTONIAN. This Royal Canadian Navy corvette was named for our community and fought in the Battle of the Atlantic […]
Quinte West, Ontario, Ontario K8V 5R6 Canada
Bring your phone, tablet, laptop computer and your technology questions to this drop in program and a staff person will help you become more familiar with your device. Tuesdays from […]
Newcomer Women’s Circle – Bibliotherapy Session
Are you a newcomer or immigrant woman looking to connect with a supportive community? Join us at the Newcomer Women’s Circle, a space crafted by women for women, where empowerment, shared stories, reliable information, new skills, and fun moments come together.
Thursday, February 15 from 5:30pm – 6:45pm (Trenton Branch)
Email: msymonenko@quinteimmigration.ca for more info
Author, Roger Litwiller Presentation
Join Roger Litwiller as he talks about Trenton’s Own Ship, HMCS TRENTONIAN. This Royal Canadian Navy corvette was named for our community and fought in the Battle of the Atlantic and the Normandy Invasion during the Second World War. Roger is an experienced naval historian and has lectured across Canada. He has authored the books, Warships of the Bay of Quinte and White Ensign Flying -the story of HMCS TRENTONIAN. Roger’s work has been published in several Canadian and International magazines. Copies of Roger‘s books will be available for purchase, or if you have a copy, bring it with you to be signed.
Saturday, April 20 from 10:30am – 11:30am (Trenton Branch)
read 2024
Read 2024
We have three ways for you to engage with reading in 2024!
Pick your Read 2024 challenge sheet of choice or do more than one!
Earn prize ballots for each challenge you participate in. Get an extra prize ballot for fully completed challenges! Pick a challenge sheet to print using the links below.
Bring back your challenge sheet(s) to either library branch between December 16, 2024 and January 3, 2025 to be entered into a prize draw. No registration required. Adult reading challenge but teens ages 13 and above may also participate.
Short Story Magazine
Library members contributed to our first ever short story magazine. Thanks to everyone who contributed.
There is a paper copy of the Short Story Magazine located in our magazine area or you can read the digital copy here:
Socrates
Join the Socrates group to discuss a topic in the Socrates method of cooperative critical thinking dialogue. The group currently meets in the Activity Room at the Trenton Branch of the Quinte West Public Library on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month.
Book Club - reading with friends
The Reading with Friends Book Club meets the first Friday of the month September through June at 10:00 am. Books are available at our main desk at the beginning of the month.
For more information contact our facilitator, Billie at (613) 392-5773.