Wilmot & Wellesley Resource Centre

Family Arts and Crafts (Baden Library)
2026-03-12 15:15 - 16:15, 2026-03-26 15:15 - 16:15, 2026-04-02 15:15 - 16:15 (America/Toronto) | Baden Branch Library, 115 Snyder's Rd E, Baden, Ontario, N3A 2V4, Canada
Join us for some arts and crafts for the whole family! Each week at Family Arts and Crafts, we use stories, art, and crafts to learn something new about ourselves and the world around us. Each session has its own theme and children of all ages are welcome to attend with a caring adult.

Family Arts and Crafts is typically four weeks per session in length and held at the Baden Library. Winter Session 2 – February 19 – March 12, 2026Spring Session 1 – March 26 – April 16, 2026Spring Session 2 – June 4 – June 25, 2026

Free program but pre-registration required. Call WWRC at 519.662.2731 or email info@wilmotwellesleyrc.ca to register.

Splat!
2026-03-12 16:30 - 19:00, 2026-03-26 16:30 - 19:00, 2026-04-02 16:30 - 19:00 | Wilmot Recreation Complex, 1291 Nafziger Road, Baden, Ontario, N3A 0C4, Canada
SPLAT! A GROUP A group for those in grades 4-12!! An after-school hangout where you can create, play or chill. Just bring your creativity, your friends, and your best game face – SPLAT is the place to be.

Every Thursday starting on March 5 through to June 25, 2026.

This program is free but requires a Township of Wilmot Youth Programming Card + Parent Sign-In/Out required. For more details about the Township Youth Programming Card please click on this link –> Activity detail | Wilmot recWeb

Kids in Motion
2026-03-16 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-03-23 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-03-30 10:00 - 11:30 | Wilmot Recreation Complex, 1291 Nafziger Road, Baden, Ontario, N3A 0C4, Canada
Join us for Kids in Motion, an exciting and energetic program designed to get children moving and having fun! This free program takes place every Monday from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. at the Wilmot Recreation Complex and runs on an ongoing basis.

This program is open to caregivers and children aged 0 to 6 years. Come explore a variety of activities that promote big body play, help develop gross motor skills, and encourage balancing, coordination, and sensory exploration.

There is something for everyone in this fun-filled environment. Kids in Motion is free to attend—just bring your energy and enthusiasm!

Let’s get moving, learning, and playing—together!

For more information, call 519-662-2731 or email info@wilmotwellesleyrc.ca.

March Break - Robots, Robots, Robots
2026-03-16 13:00 - 15:30 | Wilmot & Wellesley Resource Centre, 175 Waterloo Street, Unit 1, New Hamburg, Ontario, N3A 1S3, Canada
Robots, robots, robots!!What can we do with all these loose parts? Let’s build robots!Join us for an exciting hands-on STEM adventure! Using loose parts, pipes, and fun shapes, children and families will explore engineering, design, and problem-solving as they invent and build their very own robots. This is a chance to experiment, test ideas, and see how different materials can come together to create moving, imaginative creations.Along the way, participants will learn basic concepts of mechanics, balance, and structure while having fun with open-ended play and collaborative building. Whether it’s a wacky robot or a clever contraption, there’s no limit to what you can create!Families are welcome.COST By donation — suggested donation $5 a person, $10 per family.

March Break - St. Patrick's Day Crafts & Games
2026-03-17 10:30 - 11:30 | Wellesley Library, 1137 Henry St., Wellesley, Ontario, Canada
Join us at the Wellesley Library as we play games and craft activities with a St. Patrick’s Day theme! Pre-registration is required. Children 9 and under must come with a caring adult.

To register email info@wilmotwellesleyrc.ca or call 519-662-2731

Ages 0-13 welcome. FREE!

March Break - Candle Making
2026-03-17 13:30 - 15:30 | 150 Hamilton Road, 150 Hamilton Road, New Hamburg, Ontario, N3A 2K1, Canada
Join us outdoors at 150 Hamilton Road for old fashion candle making. Join us for a fun and hands-on outdoor experiences! Weather permitting, we’ll spend time outside enjoying the fresh air while learning how to make old-fashioned candles using traditional methods. Participants will explore simple, old-style skills, enjoy a variety of relaxed outdoor activities, and warm up with some hot chocolate. This is a wonderful opportunity for families to slow down, connect, and enjoy being outdoors together. Families are welcome.

Pre-registration is required – info@wilmotwellesleyrc.ca

Cost: By donation, suggested donation $5 a person, $10 per family

March Break - Comic & Anime
2026-03-18 11:00 - 12:30 | New Dundee Library, 1176 Queen St, New Dundee, ON - Ontario, N0B2E0, Canada
Come on down to the New Dundee Library and learn from a professional artist how to draw comics and anime. Participants will focus on proper proportions, character design, and techniques for drawing people, perfect for beginners and aspiring artists. No supplies needed!

Free! Perfect for ages 6-13. Pre-registration is required.

March Break - Movies and Movement
2026-03-18 13:00 - 15:30 | Wilmot & Wellesley Resource Centre, 175 Waterloo Street, Unit 1, New Hamburg, Ontario, N3A 1S3, Canada
Let’s get grooving and moving upstairs at the WWRC!! Join us for an afternoon of moving and dancing to music videos. Then, time to chill and watch a movie while snacking on popcorn. Bring your own water bottle. Ages 0-17 is welcome!

Free! Pre-registration is required… info@wilmotwellesleyrc.ca

Wilmot Clothing Cupboard
2026-03-18 15:00 - 16:30, 2026-03-25 15:00 - 16:30, 2026-04-01 15:00 - 16:30, 2026-04-08 15:00 - 16:30 | Wilmot & Wellesley Resource Centre, 175 Waterloo Street, Unit 1, New Hamburg, Ontario, N3A 1S3, Canada
WWRC provides free, in-season clothing for children, youth and adults through our Clothing Cupboard Program. Coats, sweaters, shirts, pants, socks, underwear, hats, mittens, gloves, shoes, and boots are items often available in the Wilmot Clothing Cupboard.* We are able to provide this program due to generous donations from members of our communities. *Availability is subject to change.

The Wilmot Clothing Cupboard location is in New Hamburg and is available by appointment on Wednesdays between 2-4pm. Contact us if you need to book an appointment outside of this time.

To learn more, or for help accessing this service, don’t hesitate to reach out to us at 519-662-2731 or contact us.

March Break - Family Drop In
2026-03-19 15:00 - 18:30 | Wilmot & Wellesley Resource Centre, 175 Waterloo Street, Unit 1, New Hamburg, Ontario, N3A 1S3, Canada
FAMILY TIME!! Join us for an afternoon of family fun filled with games, crafts, and friendly competition at the WWRC. Bring your creativity and playful spirit!

Cost: by donation.All ages welcome.

Wellesley Clothing Cupboard
2026-03-19 17:30 - 19:30 | Wellesley Free Clothing Cupboard, 146 David St., Wellesley, Ontario, N0B 2T0, Canada
WWRC provides free, in-season clothing for children, youth and adults through our Clothing Cupboard Program. Coats, sweaters, shirts, pants, socks, underwear, hats, mittens, gloves, shoes and boots are items often available in the cupboards*. We are able to provide this program due to generous donations from members of our communities. *Availability is subject to change.

We are able to accept new, in-season donations by appointment only.

Our clothing cupboard location in Wellesley is open on the First and Third Thursday of each month, from 5:30-7:30pm.

Please note that we cannot accept donations at the Wellesley location.

To learn more, or for help accessing this service, don’t hesitate to reach out to us at 519-662-2731 or contact us.

Check our event calendar for upcoming dates.

March Break - Family Paint Night
2026-03-19 19:00 - 20:00 | Wilmot & Wellesley Resource Centre, 175 Waterloo Street, Unit 1, New Hamburg, Ontario, N3A 1S3, Canada
FAMILY NIGHT! Escape winter and splash into a tropical adventure! Paint a gorgeous tropical landscape using all kinds of colours and tools you wouldn’t think you could paint with! Brushes? Sure. Sponges? Absolutely. Even unexpected tools for extra fun! Bring the whole family to WWRC and get messy, creative, and laughing together. Sonia Nadeau, our amazing instructor, will guide you step by step, so everyone, big or small, can make a masterpiece.

COST: $15 per family – suggested donationFun, creativity, and colourful memories guaranteed!

Family Arts and Crafts (New Dundee)
2026-03-24 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-31 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-07 16:00 - 17:00 | New Dundee Library, 1176 Queen St, New Dundee, ON - Ontario, N0B2E0, Canada
Join us at the New Dundee Library for some family arts and crafts! Each week we use stories and crafts to learn something new about ourselves and the world around us. Each four-week session has its own theme and children of all ages are welcome to attend. Children 9 and under must be accompanied by a caring adult.

Pre-registration is required. info@wilmotwellesleyrc.ca519-662-2731

Spring Session 1 March 24 – April 14, 2026Spring Session 2 June 2 – June 23, 2026

Crafty Scientist
2026-03-25 15:30 - 16:30, 2026-04-01 15:30 - 16:30 | Baden Branch Library, 115 Snyder's Rd E, Baden, Ontario, N3A 2V4, Canada
Join us on Wednesdays from 3:30-4:30 pm at the Baden Library for the Crafty Scientists program! Unleash your inner artist through various crafts and test your inner scientist through fun experiments!

Pre-registration required: call our office at 519.662.2731 or email info@wilmotwellesleyrc.ca.

This program is free and for ages 4-15 years old. Note: Ages 9 and under need to be accompanied by a caring adult.

Winter session 2 – February 18-March 11, 2026Spring session 1 – March 25-April 15, 2026Spring session 2 – April 29-May 20, 2026Spring session 3 – June 3-June 24, 2026

WWRC Family Drop-In Thursdays
2026-03-26 09:30 - 11:30, 2026-04-02 09:30 - 11:30 | Wilmot & Wellesley Resource Centre, 175 Waterloo Street, Unit 1, New Hamburg, Ontario, N3A 1S3, Canada
Come and explore with us! This program is focused on building, discovering, and creating with natural materials and more!

No Cost. Ages 0-6 with a caring adult. No registration required.

Thursdays 9:30 am – 11:30 am

Wilmot & Wellesley Resource Centre (upstairs)

Tiny Tales & Tinker Time
2026-03-31 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-04-07 10:30 - 11:30 | Baden Branch Library, 115 Snyder's Rd E, Baden, Ontario, N3A 2V4, Canada
Bring your little ones and enjoy story time, sensory play, experiments, and crafts at the Baden Library! Free program for children 0-6 accompanied by a caring adult. Pre-registration is required.

519-662-2731info@wilmotwellesleyrc.ca

Winter Session 2 – February 17 – March 10, 2026

Spring Session 1 – March 24 – April 14, 2026Spring Session 2 – April 28 – May 19, 2026Spring Session 3 – June 3 – June 24, 2026
