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Summer Reading Club Starts Now!

Book It! Around the World with this year’s summer reading club. Drop by your favourite WPL location to get started today.

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Teen Summer Reading Challenge

It’s easy to win this summer when you show your receipt or digital checkout to get instant-win Scratch Tickets and entries for the Grand Prize.

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Get Crafty with Creativebug

Check out our newest online resource which offers over 1000 award-winning art and craft video classes taught by top designers and artists, with new videos being added every day.

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Read Our 2024 Community Report

We’re excited to share our 2024 Community Report—a snapshot of the big moments, meaningful stories, and important progress we made together in the past year.

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Programs & Events

Discover free programs and events for all ages and interests. From author talks to children’s storytime and technology workshops to outdoor education, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

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Hello, Cruel World!: Science-based Strategies for Raising Terrific Kids in Terrifying Times
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Rachel Joyce
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We are Eating the Earth: The Race to Fix our Food System and Save Our Climate
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Online Resources

Access a diverse range of online resources, including databases, language learning, online courses, educational platforms, and business help, all providing you with convenient access to information from the comfort of your home.

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Library News

Keep up-to-date with what’s happening at your library with the latest news and announcements.

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Jun 5, 2025

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Cool Things to Borrow

Who said the library is only about books? From vinyl records to ice skates and CO2 monitors to museum and park passes, there is so much more you can now borrow with your library card.

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Check It Out

Discover new books, movies, music and more with reviews from our team of WPL bloggers.

Throne of Glass: Eight Books, Endless Feels

Jul 8, 2025 - Waterloo Public Library

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Jul 2, 2025 - Charlie C.

Give Yoko A Chance

Jun 27, 2025 - Kelly I.

Fahrenheit-182 is Like a Warm Hug for Elder Millennial Punk Fans

Jun 10, 2025 - Charlie C.

John Green’s Latest Book Will Change What You Think You Know About Tuberculosis

Jun 3, 2025 - Nancy C.

June is Seniors Month!

May 27, 2025 - Waterloo Public Library
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