Upcoming Programs & Events
Discovering Farms
Learn all about farms and farming through songs, games, and lots of crafts and activities.
Loom Knitting
Learn the basics of loom knitting, a fast and fun way to create beautiful knit items.
Number Ninjas
Have fun with math through this interactive educational program. Friendly volunteer tutors will work with children to explore mathematical concepts with fun activities and challenges.
ESQ STEM Autumn Club, Ages 9 to 11
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!
Seniors Social Hour
Sharpen your mind and have some laughs at the Seniors Social Hour. Enjoy a variety of card games, board games, and art. Bring a friend or meet some new ones.
English Conversation Circle
Practice your conversational English and meet new people with the YMCA Immigrant Services. This program is open to all English levels.
Laurier Talks
In this talk, Dr. Barlow will discuss her work partnering with the Older Adult Centres’ Association of Ontario's (OACAO) Links2Wellbeing: Social Prescribing for Older Adults project. Social Prescribing is a holistic approach to healthcare that brings together the social and medical models of health and wellness. It provides a formal pathway for health providers to address the diverse determinants of health, using the familiar and trusted process of writing a prescription. While in it's early stages in collaboration with student researchers, the partnership aims to answer the following research questions:
Conversemos en Español - Let's Chat in Spanish
Under the direction of a Spanish teacher, practice conversational Spanish, meet other Spanish speakers and make new friends. A basic knowledge of Spanish is necessary in order to be able to participate.
Reading Buddies
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.
Learn to Crochet
Learn the basic stitches of crochet and make a small project in an interactive group setting. This program will be running every other Saturday, which will give registrants plenty of time to practice stitches between lessons. For adults.
Number Ninjas
Have fun with math through this interactive educational program. Friendly volunteer tutors will work with children to explore mathematical concepts with fun activities and challenges.
ESQ STEM Autumn Club, Ages 9 to 11
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!
Knitting and Crochet Club
This is a social group for people who enjoy knitting and crocheting. Participants will have an opportunity to share their projects, chat with other enthusiasts, get advice, and get inspired. Knitters and crocheters of all skill levels are welcome.
Explore Play Learn
About the Program
Get ready for stories, songs and lots of fun activities.
Snowy Storytime
About the Program
Dive into a frosty wonderland of snow-themed songs, stories, and activities that will spark your imagination.
Jingle Babies
About the Program
We’ll have fun reading, rhyming and singing some wintery songs.
English Conversation Circle
Practice your conversational English and meet new people with the YMCA Immigrant Services. This program is open to all English levels.
Conversemos en Español - Let's Chat in Spanish
Under the direction of a Spanish teacher, practice conversational Spanish, meet other Spanish speakers and make new friends. A basic knowledge of Spanish is necessary in order to be able to participate.
Explore Play Learn
About the Program
Get ready for stories, songs and lots of fun activities.
Starry Night Celebration
About the Program
Let's come together to celebrate the upcoming Winter Solstice and the many holidays of the season with various arts and crafts for both adults and kids. There will be hot chocolate and treats for everyone to enjoy. Plus, families can join a very special winter storytime.