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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 27th: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Registration required
About the Program
Get ready for stories, songs and lots of fun activities.
Music
Babies & Ones Music
July 27th: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Registration required
About the Program
Rhyming, singing and movement are all building blocks for vocabulary and early literacy. We've got it all in this engaging program for babies.
Literacy and Language Learning
Transition to Kindergarten
July 27th: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Registration required
About the Program
We’ll make new friends and explore everything from letters and numbers to turn-taking and getting dressed for recess to help you feel ready for your new adventures in kindergarten. Please note parents/caregivers will be part of the learning process, but there may be times we ask parents/caregivers to leave the room for a short period of time to help children begin to transition to a classroom setting.
Tech and Tools
ESQ Summer STEM Explorers Club
July 27th: 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
John M. Harper 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 and play with cool tech, solve creative challenges, and team up with awesome minds who love science and innovation as much as you do!
Socials and Clubs
Music Mondays
July 27th: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Older Adults
Registration required
About the Program
Join us for a low‑pressure, joy‑filled music‑making session with a friendly group of peers. Each gathering features a curated mix of songs—both old favorites and new discoveries—selected by Grace (your host), with help from group suggestions and a lifetime of inspiration from her parents’ record collection.
Tech and Tools
ESQ Summer STEM Explorers Club
July 27th: 02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Kids
Registration required
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 and play with cool tech, solve creative challenges, and team up with awesome minds who love science and innovation as much as you do!
Literacy and Language Learning
Summer Reading Club Drop-in Activity
July 27th: 02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Kids
Drop-in
About the Activity
Connect with your Summer Reading Club Team for special activities and crafts each week based on the Summer Reading Club theme of the week.
Socials and Clubs
Knitting and Crochet Club
July 27th: 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.
Socials and Clubs
Seniors Social Club
July 28th: 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Older Adults
Drop-in
About the Program
Come and join the fun at our Seniors Social Club! Sip on hot tea or coffee while enjoying lively conversations, plenty of laughs, and the chance to meet new friends in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
Literacy and Language Learning
Summer Reading Club Drop-in Activity
July 28th: 02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Kids
Drop-in
About the Activity
Connect with your Summer Reading Club Team for special activities and crafts each week based on the Summer Reading Club theme of the week.
Outdoors
Summer Night Social: Disney Music Bingo
July 28th: 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Families
Drop-in
About the Event
Music Bingo works just like regular Bingo - except instead of numbers, you'll be listening for your favourite Disney tunes! We’ll play one-minute clips of popular songs from your favourite Disney movies. Match the songs on your card and see if you can call out BINGO. Enjoy snacks, refreshments, and plenty of laughs as you test your music knowledge and memory in a relaxed, social setting.
Storytimes
The World of L.O.L. Surprise Dolls
July 28th: 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Kids
Waitlisted
About the Program
Step into the fabulous world of L.O.L. Surprise Dolls at this special storytime!
Socials and Clubs
Seniors Social Club
July 29th: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Older Adults
Drop-in
About the Program
Come and join the fun at our Seniors Social Club! Sip on hot tea or coffee while enjoying lively conversations, plenty of laughs, and the chance to meet new friends in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
Storytimes
Explore Play Learn
July 29th: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Drop-in
About the Program
Get ready for stories, songs and lots of fun activities.
STEM
STEM Club - Ozobots and littleBits
July 29th: 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Kids
Waitlisted
About the Program
Get ready to tinker, code, and create with our Ozobot and littleBits STEM Kits! These hands-on kits are packed with fun ways to explore science, technology, engineering, 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 STEM learning can be.
