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Services and Resources for All
WPL offers special services, resources, programs and more for everyone.
Upcoming Programs & Events
Storytimes
Firefighter Storytime
November 1st: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Drop-in
About the Program
Enjoy stories and songs all about community helpers—then meet a real firefighter! Learn about the important work firefighters do to keep our neighbourhoods safe in this fun and interactive storytime.
Storytimes
Saturday Stories
November 1st: 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.
Socials and Clubs
Chinese Social Club 滑铁卢图书馆华人俱乐部
November 1st: 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Older Adults
Drop-in
About the Program
Connect, share, and socialize in Chinese (mostly is Mandarin) at our Chinese Social Club! This friendly drop-in program offers a welcoming space for Chinese-speaking adult and seniors to enjoy casual conversations, cultural activities, games, and light refreshments.
Literacy and Language Learning
Reading Buddies
November 1st: 02:00 PM - 03:00 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.
Storytimes
Chinese Family Storytime 中文故事时间
November 1st: 03:30 PM - 04:30 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Families
Drop-in
About the Program
Join us for an interactive program featuring stories, songs, dances, rhymes, crafts, games, and early literacy activities. This engaging session welcomes children of all ages who are eager to learn Chinese language and explore Chinese culture.
Socials and Clubs
Majestic Tiles Club
November 3rd: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Older Adults
Waitlisted
About the Program
Step into the world of strategy, skill, and tradition with the Majestic Tiles Club! Whether you're brand new to Mahjong or a seasoned player, this friendly group is the perfect place to learn, play, and connect.
Storytimes
Ones Exploring Music
November 3rd: 10:30 AM - 11:15 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
Baby Connections
November 3rd: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Registration required
About the Program
Baby Connections is a program unique to Waterloo Region that helps families develop literacy and language skills with their little ones. Participants will receive a kit of resources designed to encourage continued learning and fun at home.
Music
Baby Glow Party
November 3rd: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Drop-in
About the Program
Step into the glow at this baby-friendly dance party featuring kid-safe techno music, a glow paint craft, and plenty of time to move and groove. The room will be dark and glowing, so wear light or neon colours to stand out. A fun, sensory experience for babies and their grown-ups!
Tech and Tools
Stop Motion Animation
November 3rd: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Kids
Waitlisted
About the Program
Bring your stories to life through stop motion animation. Kids will use iPads and a simple stop motion app to create their very own short videos. With paper, clay, and other fun materials, they’ll design and build characters, set up scenes, and capture each frame to make their creations move. It’s a hands-on, creative experience perfect for budding filmmakers and imaginative minds.
Arts
Imperfect Art
November 3rd: 06:30 PM - 08:00 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Adults 19+
Waitlisted
About the Program
Calling all the perfectionists, self-critics, and the creatively ‘untalented’ - this one’s for you! In this stress-free, judgement-free program, we'll let go of the pressure to make ‘good art’ and focus on enjoying the process. No experience or artistic ability required. Come as you are and let’s make some imperfect art together!
STEM
Number Ninjas
November 3rd: 06:30 PM - 07:30 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Kids
Waitlisted
About the Program
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.
Socials and Clubs
Knitting and Crochet Club
November 3rd: 07:00 PM - 08:30 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Adults 19+
Drop-in
About the Program
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. Some experience in knitting and crochet is required.
Tech and Tools
Engineering Science Quest: STEM Explorers Club
November 3rd: 07:00 PM - 08:00 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 Team in this 4-week hands-on program! Blast off into the world of STEM—play with cool tech, crack creative challenges, and team up with awesome minds who love science and innovation as much as you do!
