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Services and Resources for All
WPL offers special services, resources, programs and more for everyone.
Upcoming Programs & Events
Socials and Clubs
English Corner
July 6th: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Everyone Welcome
Registration required
About the Program
Practice English. Make friends. Feel at home.
Outdoors
Baby Tales and Trails
July 6th: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Registration required
About the Program
Start your week with fresh air, gentle movement, and connection. This relaxed outdoor program for babies and their caregivers takes you on a guided stroll along the walking trails near the Eastside Branch.
Music
Babies & Ones Music
July 6th: 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.
Tech and Tools
ESQ Summer STEM Explorers Club
July 6th: 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 6th: 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 6th: 02:30 PM - 03:30 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!
Literacy and Language Learning
Summer Reading Club Drop-in Activity
July 6th: 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.
Special Events
Round of 16 Watch Party
July 6th: 03:00 PM - 05:30 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Families
Drop-in
About the Event
Join us at the library to watch a FIFA World Cup 2026™ match between two of the teams in the Round of 16 on the big screen! Cheer on your favourites and enjoy the excitement together in a welcoming, family‑friendly setting.
STEM
STEM Mornings
July 7th: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Kids
Waitlisted
About the Program
Kick off your week with a STEM‑filled adventure! This session explores the theme of ramps and motion, with a variety of interactive stations where kids can experiment, build, and see science in action.
Socials and Clubs
Seniors Social Club
July 7th: 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.
Tech and Tools
How To: 3D Print
July 7th: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Older Adults
Waitlisted
About the Session
Curious about 3D printing but not sure where to start? This beginner session will walk you through the basic steps of running a successful 3D print on the 3D printers at our Eastside Branch. Perfect for anyone new to the technology or looking for a simple introduction.
Special Events
Round of 16 Watch Party
July 7th: 12:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Families
Drop-in
About the Event
Join us at the library to watch a FIFA World Cup 2026™ match between two of the teams in the Round of 16 on the big screen! Cheer on your favourites and enjoy the excitement together in a welcoming, family‑friendly setting.
Literacy and Language Learning
Summer Reading Club Drop-in Activity
July 7th: 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.
Special Events
Drawing Workshop with Werner Zimmermann
July 7th: 02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Tweens
Waitlisted
About the Program
Join Guelph artist and illustrator Werner Zimmermann for an engaging, hands-on drawing workshop. Participants will learn how to draw subjects such as dragons, horses, and other basic forms, progressing from simple shapes to more complex drawings. Werner will tailor the session to the interests of the group, encouraging audience participation and creative exploration. The focus will be on creating drawings that look realistic and three-dimensional rather than flat. Participants will also be encouraged to continue developing their skills through observation and research, using books and other reference materials as inspiration for their artwork.
Special Events
Fiction & Folktales: Black Writers & Stories in Conversation
July 7th: 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Adults 19+
Registration required
About the Event
The story, even a fictionalised one, is a historical record of identity and presence. From Anansi stories, to the writings of pioneering Black writers such as Louise Bennett, Octavia Butler and Nalo Hopkinson, Black storytellers preserve memory and ritual alongside writing and protecting Black futures.
Socials and Clubs
20s & 30s Social Club
July 7th: 06:30 PM - 08:30 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Adults 19+
Waitlisted
About the Program
Meeting new people as an adult isn’t always easy—but it can be fun! Join us for a relaxed, welcoming social night designed for those in their 20s and 30s. We’ll provide games and laid-back activities to help break the ice, so you can unwind, de-stress, and connect with new people in a low-pressure environment. Light refreshments provided.
