Start this Spring with three entertaining and thought-provoking programs brought to you by the Friends of the Guelph Public Library. Visit our Programs and Events page for more information about how to attend.
March 26
– From Roots to Ritual: the Story of Sauna – with sauna ambassador, Alan Jalasjaa
April 15
– When Feelings and Finances Collide: Discover the Power of Your Relationship With Money – with Certified Financial Planner, Martha Adams
April 25
– “The Librarians: a Documentary Film” – at the Bookshelf Cinema, followed by a panel discussion. This couldn’t happen here, could it?
A program to warm your heart….

From Roots to Ritual: The Story of Sauna With Kivia Sauna’s Alan Jalasjaa, official sauna ambassador appointed by Sauna From Finland.
Alan Jalasjaa, a sauna expert and co-host of “Kivia: The Spirit of Sauna” podcast has had a lifelong love affair with sauna. Introduced to sauna at a very young age following Finnish tradition, he earned the nickname “saunapoika” or “sauna-boy.”
Join Alan to learn more about sauna, enjoy snacks, coffee, and a chance to win a $175 gift card generously sponsored by Guelph Sauna Rentals! During the event audience members will be given access to a QR code to scan and fill out an e-ballot for a chance to win a $175 gift card to Guelph Sauna Rentals (GSR). The winner of the draw will be notified by March 31.
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This is a free program but you must register in advance to attend. Follow this link to the program page on the public library’s website to register.
Program time: 7:00pm – 8:30pm.
“The Librarians”…Official Trailer
Revenue earned from the 2025 book sale – $114,000!
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