CLOSURE NOTICE: The Children’s Area at the Main Library will be closed on Friday, November 28 due to ongoing construction work.

 

ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE: Due to construction, there will be a road closure on Dupont St. from Nov 27 – Nov 28. Customers can still access the Main Library, parking lot and external book return from Dupont St. by entering via Caroline St.

Headshot of Eric Walters with the book cover for "One Can"

Author Visit with Eric Walters

Award-winning author Eric Walters is visiting to share his new picture book, One Can, with families invited to reflect on themes of generosity, community, hunger, and the impacts of socioeconomic challenges while supporting Food4Kids Waterloo Region with optional donations.

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Browse Winter Programs & Events

Explore our winter lineup of programs for all ages, from holiday-themed activities to creative, engaging events throughout January and February.

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1000 Books Before Kindergarten

Visit any WPL location to pick up your 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Reading Map and start your baby or toddler’s reading journey with fun milestones, encouragement, and great books along the way.

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Hindu Heritage Month

November is Hindu Heritage Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the outstanding contributions made by Hindu Canadians, in Canada and beyond. Discover reading suggestions, programs, resources and more.

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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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Daring Detectives
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Family LEGO Club
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Reading Buddies
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The Slip: A Novel
Lucas Schaefer
Still
Joanna Cockerline
Curling Rocks!: Chronicles of the Roaring Game
John Cullen
Turtle Island: Foods and Traditions of the Indigenous Peoples of North America
Sean Sherman with Kate Nelson & Kristin Donnelly
Beasts of the Sea: A Novel
Iida Turpeinen; translated by David Hackston
Dark Design
Nancy Mehl
A Fellowship of Games & Fables
J. Penner
Kin: The Future of Family
Sophie Lucido Johnson
Heaven Looks Like Us: Palestinian Poetry
Edited by George Abraham & Noor Hindi
The Merge: A Novel
Grace Walker
Archipelago of the Sun
Yoko Tawada; translated by Margaret Mitsutani
A Quiet Disappearance: Stories
Rabindranath Maharaj
Coming Up Short: A Memoir of My America
Robert B. Reich
Raising Trans Kids: What to Expect When You Weren't Expecting This
Rebecca Minor, LICSW
Manic Pixie Dream Earl
Jenny Holiday
The White Hot: A Novel
Quiara Alegría Hudes
Backbeats: A History of Rock and Roll in Fifteen Drummers
John Lingan
The Many Names of Robert Cree: How a First Nations Chief Brought Ancient Wisdom to Big Business and Prosperity to His People
Robert Cree with Therese Greenwood
The Botanist's Assistant
Peggy Townsend
Listen
Sacha Bronwasser; translated by David Colmer
Prism: A Chameleon Finds His Light
Brady Wells; illustrated by Sarah Shortliffe
Refugee: The Graphic Novel
Alan Gratz; art by Syd Fini
Firefox Moon
Eoin Colfer
Snore, Sneeze, Burp!: A Book Full of Body Noises
Moira Butterfield; illustrated by Ro Ledesma
Levi's Gift
Kathy Stinson; art by Ellie Arscott
Aw, Nuts!
Max Beaudry; illustrated by David Perry
Running Back to You
Sarah Henning
Planet Earth: Discover Our Place in Space
Shoshana Z. Weider; illustrated by Dawn Cooper
All the Cats
Nicola Kent
Besties: Set Sail
Kayla Miller & Jeffrey Canino; illustrated by Kristina Luu
Barefoot Skateboarders
Rina Singh; illustrated by Sophie Casson
Exploring the Universe: A Complete Guide to the Cosmos
Isabel Thomas; pictures by Sara Gillingham
Come Catch a Dream
Brittany J. Thurman; pictures by Islenia Mil
Chase Speedington and the Last Dragon's Breath
Franco; illustrated by Mike Hartigan
Warriors, Changing Skies: Hidden Moon
Erin Hunter
Soup's On Around the World
Denyse Waissbluth; illustrated by Chelsea O'Byrne
A Quick Trip to the Store
Sam Wedelich
The Witches of Pepperwood Bay (Volume 1)
Lisa Manuzak Wiley
A Mermaid's Diary
Chris Riddell
Up, Up, Ever Up!: Junko Tabei: A Life in the Mountains
Anita Yasuda; art by Yuko Shimizu
Relay
Decal
Went Up the Hill
Greenwich Entertainment
The Naked Gun
Paramount
Why Didn't They Ask Evans?
Fifth Season
Familiar Touch
Music Box Films
St. Denis Medical (Season 1)
Universal Pictures
Yellowstone (Season 5, Part 2)
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1923: A Yellowstone Origin Story (Season 2)
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Angelheaded Hipster
Kino Lorber
Expedition Greenland
Blue Fox Entertainment
Killing Sherlock
BBC Studios
Secrets of Great British Castles (Season 1)
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Shoresy (Season 4)
Elevation Pictures
Maigret (Season 1)
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Ghostlight
IFC Films
Downton Abbey (The Grand Finale)
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Apple Video Programming
The Bloody Light
The Trews
Everybody Scream
Florence + The Machine
The Kids in the Crowd: Music From the Documentary Soundtrack
Simple Plan
Returning to Myself
Brandi Carlile
Forever
Bon Jovi
Can't Get Enough: A Tribute to Bad Company
Bad Company
Christmas in the City
Pentatonix
It's Not That Deep
Demi Lovato
Son of Spergy
Daniel Caesar
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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.

Construction at the Main Library (Nov-Dec 2025)

Nov 11, 2025

Donate to the Wayside Hygiene Drive (Dec 1 – Jan 3)

Nov 24, 2025

Learn Something New with Gale Courses

Nov 1, 2025

Call for Authors: Local Author Showcase December 2025

Oct 22, 2025

WPL Closed for Staff Development Day – Thursday, November 20, 2025

Oct 20, 2025

Find Out About Your Family History With Ancestry Library

Sep 30, 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.

Fall 2025 Featured Reads

Nov 27, 2025 - Waterloo Public Library

Piecing Together Family Stories Against the Backdrop of History: Pulitzer Prize-winning Graphic Memoirs

Nov 21, 2025 - Allie L.

From Star Trek to Cyberpunk: Dive into Sci-Fi at Our Next Book Chat

Nov 11, 2025 - Waterloo Public Library

Climate Action Week: November 1-7, 2025

Oct 29, 2025 - Waterloo Public Library

Witches, Racing, and Rebellion: Brooms Tells a Story of Magic, Friendship, and Hope

Oct 29, 2025 - Allie L.

A Time to Remember: Reflections for Remembrance Day

Oct 28, 2025 - Waterloo Public Library
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