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Upcoming Kids & Tween Events
STEM
Engineering Science Quest: STEM Explorers Club
July 30th: 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Kids
Waitlisted
About the Program
Dive into the exciting world of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) with the Waterloo Engineering Outreach ESQ Community Team in this 4-week hands-on program! Unleash your creativity as you explore different technology, design innovative solutions to unique problems, and make lasting connections with fellow enthusiasts of STEM.
Tech and Tools
STEAM Club
July 30th: 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Kids
Waitlisted
About the Program
Get ready to tinker, code, and create with our Ozobot and littleBits STEAM Kits! These hands-on kits are packed with fun ways to explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Whether you're drawing code for a tiny robot or building your own invention with littleBits, there's something for every curious mind. Come explore the collection and see just how exciting STEAM learning can be.
Tech and Tools
Engineering Science Quest: STEM Explorers Club
July 30th: 02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Tweens
Waitlisted
About the Program
Dive into the exciting world of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) with the Waterloo Engineering Outreach ESQ Community Team in this 4-week hands-on program! Unleash your creativity as you explore different technology, design innovative solutions to unique problems, and make lasting connections with fellow enthusiasts of STEM.
Crafts and Hobbies
Make a Huggable Monster
July 30th: 03:00 PM - 04:30 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Tweens
Waitlisted
About the Program
In this beginner-friendly sewing program for tweens, participants will learn basic hand-sewing skills while creating their very own huggable monstrosity—a soft, silly, one-of-a-kind creature they design and stitch themselves. From choosing colours and shapes to adding fun features like eyes, teeth, or tentacles, everyone will end up with a monster that's uniquely theirs. No sewing experience needed, and all materials are provided.
Literacy and Language Learning
Summer Reading Club Pop-Up Program
July 31st: 02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Kids
Drop-in
About the Program
Connect with your Summer Reading Club Team for special pop-up activities and crafts each week based on the Summer Reading Club theme of the week.
Literacy and Language Learning
Summer Reading Club Pop-Up Program
July 31st: 02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Kids
Drop-in
About the Program
Connect with your Summer Reading Club Team for special pop-up activities and crafts each week based on the Summer Reading Club theme of the week.
Literacy and Language Learning
Summer Reading Club Pop-Up Program
August 5th: 02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Kids
Drop-in
About the Program
Connect with your Summer Reading Club Team for special pop-up activities and crafts each week based on the Summer Reading Club theme of the week.
Literacy and Language Learning
Reading Buddies
August 5th: 06:30 PM - 07:30 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Kids
Waitlisted
About the Program
Encourage a love of reading with this fun, interactive literacy program. Participants will pair up with a volunteer literacy tutor for guided reading sessions followed by language games and activities with the group.
Games
STEAM Jeopardy
August 6th: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Tweens
Registration required
About the Program
Play STEAM-themed Jeopardy in celebration of all things arts and science. Test your knowledge in groups and battle for the title of STEAM Champion.
Lifelong Learning
Pollination Station
August 6th: 06:30 PM - 07:30 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Tweens
Registration required
About the Program
Help pollinators and learn how your garden can make a difference! In this fun, hands-on program for tweens, participants will discover how to create backyard spaces that support bees, butterflies, and other helpful insects. They'll learn why pollinators matter, how to make a garden more inviting for them, and why insects aren’t as scary as they seem.
Literacy and Language Learning
Books and Barks
August 7th: 02:00 PM - 03:15 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Kids
Waitlisted
About the Program
Barks and Books gives kids a special chance to build confidence and have fun reading—by sharing stories with a friendly, non-judgmental listener: a therapy dog!
Literacy and Language Learning
Summer Reading Club Pop-Up Program
August 7th: 02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Kids
Drop-in
About the Program
Connect with your Summer Reading Club Team for special pop-up activities and crafts each week based on the Summer Reading Club theme of the week.
Literacy and Language Learning
Summer Reading Club Pop-Up Program
August 7th: 02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Kids
Drop-in
About the Program
Connect with your Summer Reading Club Team for special pop-up activities and crafts each week based on the Summer Reading Club theme of the week.
Literacy and Language Learning
Summer Reading Club Pop-Up Program
August 11th: 02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Kids
Drop-in
About the Program
Connect with your Summer Reading Club Team for special pop-up activities and crafts each week based on the Summer Reading Club theme of the week.
Crafts and Hobbies
Stickerpalooza
August 11th: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Tweens
Registration required
About the Program
In this hands-on program for tweens, participants will design and create their own custom stickers—using eye-catching, holographic, waterproof materials. Whether it’s your name, a fun character, or a cool design, you’ll bring your ideas to life and leave with a set of stickers that are totally unique and ready to decorate your water bottle, notebook, or anything else. All supplies are provided—just bring your imagination!
Literacy and Language Learning
Summer Reading Club Pop-Up Program
August 12th: 02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Kids
Drop-in
About the Program
Connect with your Summer Reading Club Team for special pop-up activities and crafts each week based on the Summer Reading Club theme of the week.
STEM
The Great Family Geocache Race
August 12th: 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Kids
Waitlisted
About the Event
Get ready for a family-friendly outdoor adventure with our Geocache Race.
Tech and Tools
STEAM Club
August 13th: 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Kids
Waitlisted
About the Program
Get ready to tinker, code, and create with our Ozobot and littleBits STEAM Kits! These hands-on kits are packed with fun ways to explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Whether you're drawing code for a tiny robot or building your own invention with littleBits, there's something for every curious mind. Come explore the collection and see just how exciting STEAM learning can be.
Crafts and Hobbies
Rock Art Animals
August 13th: 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Kids
Waitlisted
About the Program
Get creative with clay and paint as you turn ordinary rocks into colourful animal creations! A fun, hands-on activity that blends art and imagination. All supplies provided.
Literacy and Language Learning
Books and Barks
August 14th: 02:00 PM - 03:15 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Kids
Registration required
About the Program
Barks and Books gives kids a special chance to build confidence and have fun reading—by sharing stories with a friendly, non-judgmental listener: a therapy dog!