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Services and Resources for All
WPL offers special services, resources, programs and more for everyone.
Upcoming Programs & Events
Storytimes
Explore Play Learn
July 30th: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Registration required
About the Program
Get ready for stories, songs and lots of fun activities.
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 Connect
Tech Connect Appointment
July 30th: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Older Adults
Waitlisted
About Tech Connect
During this personalized one-on-one technology session, a Tech Coach will help you build your digital skills and knowledge using your laptop, tablet or mobile device. Select the topic that you want to learn about such as Waterloo Public Library's online resources, using email or navigating the internet.
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.
Tech Connect
Tech Connect Appointment
July 30th: 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Older Adults
Waitlisted
About Tech Connect
During this personalized one-on-one technology session, a Tech Coach will help you build your digital skills and knowledge using your laptop, tablet or mobile device. Select the topic that you want to learn about such as Waterloo Public Library's online resources, using email or navigating the internet.
Storytimes
Messy Mud Kitchen
July 30th: 06:30 PM - 08:00 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Families
Drop-in
About the Program
Get ready to dig in and get messy!
Crafts and Hobbies
Shrinky Dink Charms
July 30th: 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Adults 19+
Waitlisted
About the Program
Get creative and crafty with shrink plastic! In this hands-on program for adults, we’ll draw or trace an image to make custom charms—perfect for turning into jewelry, keychains, pins, ornaments, or magnets.
Music
Ones Exploring Music and Movement
July 31st: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Waitlisted
About the Program
Rhyming, singing and movement are all building blocks for vocabulary and storytelling. We've got it all in this engaging program for ones.
Literacy and Language Learning
Transition to Kindergarten
July 31st: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Early Learning
Registration required
About the Program
It’s time to get ready for an exciting adventure – kindergarten! We’ll make new friends and explore subjects related to letters, numbers, and shapes, while also honing interpersonal skills like taking-turns and sharing.
Socials and Clubs
Paint by Numbers Social
July 31st: 02:30 PM - 04:00 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Adults 19+
Waitlisted
About the Program
Whether you love painting or haven’t painted in years, join us as we complete a paint-by-numbers with a Summer theme. No experience necessary.
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
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.
Outdoors
Naturespace Drop-in
July 31st: 06:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Families
Drop-in
About the Program
Enjoy some fresh air and family fun in our Naturespace! This drop-in program features a mix of outdoor games, hands-on activities, and simple crafts for all ages to enjoy together. It’s a great chance to get creative, get moving, and spend time outside as a family.
Outdoors
Uptown BIA Night Market
July 31st: 07:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Everyone Welcome
Drop-in
About the Event
The Uptown Waterloo BIA's popular Night Market is back at the library for another year. Taste local treats, browse local vendors, enjoy entertainment from musicians and performers, and take part in fun pop-up programming.
Tech Connect
Tech Connect Appointment
August 1st: 02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Older Adults
Waitlisted
About Tech Connect
During this personalized one-on-one technology session, a Tech Coach will help you build your digital skills and knowledge using your laptop, tablet or mobile device. Select the topic that you want to learn about such as Waterloo Public Library's online resources, using email or navigating the internet.
Tech Connect
Tech Connect Appointment
August 1st: 03:30 PM - 04:30 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Older Adults
Waitlisted
About Tech Connect
During this personalized one-on-one technology session, a Tech Coach will help you build your digital skills and knowledge using your laptop, tablet or mobile device. Select the topic that you want to learn about such as Waterloo Public Library's online resources, using email or navigating the internet.
Storytimes
Saturday Stories
August 2nd: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Families
Drop-in
About the Program
Spend your Saturday mornings with us and enjoy different stories, songs, and activities each week.
Special Events
Livi & Friends Show
August 2nd: 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Families
Registration required
About the Program
Get ready to sing, dance, jump, and learn with Livi & Friends live show! Your children will enjoy singing and dancing along to Livi’s favourite educational songs!
