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Ancestry Library Edition

Introduction to Ancestry
2026-02-20 13:30:00 2026-02-20 14:30:00 America/New_York Ancestry Library Edition Learn the basics of navigating Ancestry Library Edition to get started on your genealogy research. Hillsburgh Branch -

Friday, February 20
1:30pm - 2:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-02-20 13:30:00 2026-02-20 14:30:00 America/New_York Ancestry Library Edition Learn the basics of navigating Ancestry Library Edition to get started on your genealogy research. Hillsburgh Branch -

Learn the basics of navigating Ancestry Library Edition to get started on your genealogy research.

Participants will be introduced to the Ancestry Library Edition genealogy database and how to use its basic search functions. No experience necessary. All materials provided. Please register.

Note: Ancestry Library Edition is available for patron use in-branch at all Wellington County Library branches. 

AGE GROUP: | Teens 13-18 years | Adults 18+ |

EVENT TYPE: | Technology and Computers | Art and Creation |

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Hillsburgh Branch
Phone: 519.855.4010
Hours
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Mon, Feb 16 Closed
(Family Day)
Tue, Feb 17 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Feb 18 10:00AM to 1:00PM
(Erin Village Branch grand opening.)
Thu, Feb 19 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Feb 20 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Feb 21 10:00AM to 3:00PM
Sun, Feb 22 Closed
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About the branch

Hillsburgh Branch is located by the Elora Cataract Trailway and Hillsburgh mill pond. Resources include a rentable meeting room, professional kitchen, study room, shaded patio, and parkland. Wi-Fi, computer access and snow shoes are also available. 

Upcoming events

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Scavenger Hunt - Winter Sports
Tue, Feb 17, All day
Drayton Branch
Dig through the stacks, wander past the computers, and keep an eye out for what might be hiding in the library! Drop in February 17-21.
Toddler Time - January 6 - March 3
Tue, Feb 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Drayton Branch
Come explore the alphabet with us! Share stories, songs, rhymes and activities aimed at developing your child's early literacy skills.
Story Time
Tue, Feb 17, 11:00am - 11:45am
Palmerston Branch
Our Story Times are designed to help your child get ready for reading. Share stories, songs, rhymes, and activities aimed at developing your child’s early literacy skills.
Let the Games Begin - All Abilities
Tue, Feb 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Harriston Branch
From cards to puzzles, board games to word games, drop by the library for a friendly challenge.
Book Club - Third Tuesday
Tue, Feb 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Puslinch Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
This event is full
After School Adventures - Winter Games 2026
Tue, Feb 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Palmerston Branch
Join us at the end of the school day for games, crafts, and a wide variety of fun activities.
Let the Games Begin - Drop-In
Tue, Feb 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Fergus Branch
From cards to puzzles, board games to word games, drop by the library for a friendly challenge.
Creative Kids - Yarn Wrapping
Tue, Feb 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hillsburgh Branch
Get crafty and learn new things with DIY, maker, and other hands-on activities just for kids.
Registration is now closed
Craft and Create - Yarn Dogs
Tue, Feb 17, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Mount Forest Branch
Learn new creative techniques and explore library resources with a hands-on project.
Carnegie Café - Learn to Crochet
Tue, Feb 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Marden Branch
Join us for a new activity or guest speaker every time. This month learn to crochet. Beginners welcome.
Registration is now closed
Dungeons and Dragons Club - Adult D and D
Tue, Feb 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Harriston Branch
Join fellow fantasy fans to build characters and explore new worlds.
This event is full
Book Club - Third Tuesday
Tue, Feb 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Rockwood Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
This event is full
Book Club - Evening
Tue, Feb 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Palmerston Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
Book Club - Off the Menu Cookbook Club
Tue, Feb 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Drayton Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
Book Club - The Me Time Book Club
Tue, Feb 17, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Aboyne Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
This event is full
Toddler Time
Wed, Feb 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Arthur Branch
Come explore the alphabet with us! Share stories, songs, rhymes and activities aimed at developing your child's early literacy skills.
Baby Time
Wed, Feb 18, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marden Branch
Introduce your baby to the library and a love of books through finger plays, songs, rhymes and stories.
Baby Time - Jan. 7, 21, Feb. 4, 18, March 4
Wed, Feb 18, 11:00am - 11:30am
Drayton Branch
Introduce your baby to the library and a love of books through finger plays, songs, rhymes and stories.
This event is full
Cancelled
Scrabble Club
Wed, Feb 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Puslinch Branch
Join us for casual word building entertainment!
Book Club - Third Wednesday
Wed, Feb 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fergus Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
Erin Village Branch Grand Opening
Wed, Feb 18, 2:00pm - 8:00pm
Erin Village Branch
Come celebrate with us! Doors open at 2:00 pm, with official remarks at 3:00 pm.
Cancelled
Creative Kids - Basquiat Inspired Art
Wed, Feb 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Clifford Branch
Get crafty and learn new things with DIY, maker, and other hands-on activities just for kids.
Dungeons and Dragons Club - Ruby
Wed, Feb 18, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Rockwood Branch
Join fellow fantasy fans to build characters and explore new worlds.
This event is full
Craft and Create - Mug Cozy
Wed, Feb 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Drayton Branch
Learn new creative techniques and explore library resources with a hands-on project.
This event is full
Book Club - Happily Ever Afters
Wed, Feb 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Fergus Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
This event is full
Book Club - Third Wednesday Evening
Wed, Feb 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Marden Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
This event is full
Toddler Time
Thu, Feb 19, 10:30am - 11:15am
Aboyne Branch
Come explore the alphabet with us! Share stories, songs, rhymes and activities aimed at developing your child's early literacy skills.
This event is full
Story Time
Thu, Feb 19, 10:30am - 11:15am
Palmerston Branch
Our Story Times are designed to help your child get ready for reading. Share stories, songs, rhymes, and activities aimed at developing your child’s early literacy skills.
Family Story Time
Thu, Feb 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Harriston Branch
Our Story Times are designed to help your child get ready for reading. Share stories, songs, rhymes, and activities aimed at developing your child’s early literacy skills.
Story Time
Thu, Feb 19, 11:00am - 11:45am
Puslinch Branch
Our Story Times are designed to help your child get ready for reading. Share stories, songs, rhymes, and activities aimed at developing your child’s early literacy skills.
Book Club - Third Thursday
Thu, Feb 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Fergus Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
This event is full
Hooks and Needles - Drop-in
Thu, Feb 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Mount Forest Branch
Bring your own project and join others for knitting, cross-stich, and other fibre arts.
Build It! LEGO Challenge
Thu, Feb 19, 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Drayton Branch
Join us for some exciting LEGO challenges! You bring your creativity and we will provide the building blocks.
Let the Games Begin - Patron Led Chess Club
Thu, Feb 19, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Aboyne Branch
From cards to puzzles, board games to word games, drop by the library for a friendly challenge.
Dungeons and Dragons Club
Thu, Feb 19, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Puslinch Branch
Join fellow fantasy fans to build characters and explore new worlds.
Craft and Create - Cross-Stitched Greeting Card
Thu, Feb 19, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Fergus Branch
Learn new creative techniques and explore library resources with a hands-on project.
Dungeons and Dragons Club - Adults
Thu, Feb 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Arthur Branch
Join fellow fantasy fans to build characters and explore new worlds.
Dungeons and Dragons Club - Teens
Thu, Feb 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Mount Forest Branch
Join fellow fantasy fans to build characters and explore new worlds.
Book Club - Third Thursday
Thu, Feb 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Rockwood Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
This event is full
Book Club - Third Thursday in Elora
Thu, Feb 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Elora Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
Registration is now closed
Family Story Time - Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers
Fri, Feb 20, 10:30am - 11:15am
Arthur Branch
Our Story Times are designed to help your child get ready for reading. Share stories, songs, rhymes, and activities aimed at developing your child’s early literacy skills.
Craft and Create - Sew a Floor Turtle
Fri, Feb 20, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Elora Branch
Learn new creative techniques and explore library resources with a hands-on project.
Family Story Time - Drop-In
Fri, Feb 20, 11:00am - 11:45am
Hillsburgh Branch
Our Story Times are designed to help your child get ready for reading. Share stories, songs, rhymes, and activities aimed at developing your child’s early literacy skills.
Baby Time - Drop-In Social Hour
Fri, Feb 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Fergus Branch
Introduce your baby to the library and a love of books through finger plays, songs, rhymes and stories.
Book Club - Third Friday - Bookmarks
Fri, Feb 20, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Aboyne Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
This event is full
Ancestry Library Edition - Introduction to Ancestry
Fri, Feb 20, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Hillsburgh Branch
Learn the basics of navigating Ancestry Library Edition to get started on your genealogy research.
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