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Dragons and Princesses
All Ages
Thursday, March 14
10:00am - 7:30pm
Preston
Children's DepartmentGrab your tiaras, swords, and magic wands!
The magical kingdom of Preston awaits! Crafts, games, and fire breathing dragons galore.
COST: Free
AGE GROUP: | Kids |
EVENT TYPE: | Programs + Workshops |
TAGS: | School Aged | March Break | Games | Activities |
Preston
Phone: 519-653-3632
Hours
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We're closed Sunday July 19 due to Sunday summer closure
| Mon, Jul 13 | 10:00AM to 8:30PM |
| Tue, Jul 14 | 10:00AM to 8:30PM |
| Wed, Jul 15 | 10:00AM to 8:30PM |
| Thu, Jul 16 | 10:00AM to 8:30PM |
| Fri, Jul 17 | 10:00AM to 5:30PM |
| Sat, Jul 18 | 9:30AM to 5:30PM |
| Sun, Jul 19 | Closed |
| (Sunday summer closure) | |
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About the branch
The Preston location features a public library and Cambridge Art Galleries located in the heart of the Preston Towne Centre. Enjoy the fireplace in the winter and visit the community garden in the spring and summer. The Seed Library and Tool Library are specialized collections unique to the Preston location.
Cambridge Public Library supports and inspires its community to explore reading, the arts, innovation, and lifelong learning across five locations and online
Upcoming events
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Thu, Jul 16, All day
Hespeler - Magazine Lounge
Since the first settlers arrived, fire has been a constant threat to the growing Hespeler community.
Thu, Jul 16, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Thu, Jul 16, 9:30am - 8:15pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Get in the soccer spirit with some foosball!
Thu, Jul 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Paper, scissors, glitter, GO!
Thu, Jul 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Thu, Jul 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Thu, Jul 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Preston - Children's Department
Let's play!
Thu, Jul 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Department
Let's play!
Thu, Jul 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Let's play!
Thu, Jul 16, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Let your creativity run wild!
Thu, Jul 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
A playful hands-on art experience.
Thu, Jul 16, 3:45pm - 5:00pm
Virtual - Zoom 3
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Thu, Jul 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy.
Thu, Jul 16, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Queen's Square - Glass Study Room
Langs Outreach Team supports people experiencing homelessness with primary care, substance use and addiction support, counseling, system navigation, and community resources.
Thu, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Old Post Office - Creative Studios
Explore the world of electrical components and circuits.
Thu, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Learn basic block printing methods and create your own hand-carved linoleum printing block.
This event is full
Thu, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
A fun evening of crafting and connecting.
Thu, Jul 16, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Enjoy singing, learning and making new friends while strumming on a ukulele with this casual group.
Thu, Jul 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get creative!
Thu, Jul 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
"Party Hardy" 80s style.
Fri, Jul 17, All day
Hespeler - Magazine Lounge
Since the first settlers arrived, fire has been a constant threat to the growing Hespeler community.
Fri, Jul 17, 9:30am - 5:15pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Get in the soccer spirit with some foosball!
Fri, Jul 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Fri, Jul 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Learn new songs and rhymes, share stories, and meet other parents and babies.
Fri, Jul 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Community Garden
Relax with your baby in the garden.
Fri, Jul 17, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Live fully in a community that belongs and where everyone is valued for their contribution.
Fri, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Express your personal style in this hands-on wearable art program.
Fri, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Jump-start the weekend with fun-packed Fridays!
Fri, Jul 17, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Outside the Library - Main Entrance
Outside adventures on market afternoons.
Sat, Jul 18, All day
Hespeler - Magazine Lounge
Since the first settlers arrived, fire has been a constant threat to the growing Hespeler community.
Sat, Jul 18, 9:30am - 5:15pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Get in the soccer spirit with some foosball!
Sat, Jul 18, 10:00am - 11:15am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Sat, Jul 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Get creative with a maker project of your own or create something new with the Mystery Craft!
This event is full
Sat, Jul 18, 10:00am - 4:30pm
All Locations
Come and stay and play!
Sat, Jul 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Explore the different 3D printers available in the Makerspace.
This event is full
Sat, Jul 18, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Main Street Prominade
If it is happening in Cambridge this summer, your library wants to be there!
Sat, Jul 18, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Fight through unexplored lands with a group of brave adventurers just like yourself.
Sun, Jul 19, All day
Multiple Locations
All Cambridge Public Library locations will be closed on Sundays starting May 17 through to and including September 6.
Mon, Jul 20, All day
Hespeler - Magazine Lounge
Since the first settlers arrived, fire has been a constant threat to the growing Hespeler community.
Mon, Jul 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Learn new songs and rhymes, share stories, and meet other parents and babies.
Mon, Jul 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Let's play!
Mon, Jul 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten!
Mon, Jul 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Gallery
Get ready for kindergarten!
Mon, Jul 20, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Old Post Office - Creative Studios
Learn to scan small stacks of your old photographs in seconds.
This event is full
Cancelled
Mon, Jul 20, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Queen's Square
Find lasting and meaningful employment.
Mon, Jul 20, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Find lasting and meaningful employment.
Mon, Jul 20, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Calling all gamers!
Mon, Jul 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Let your creativity run wild!
Mon, Jul 20, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Preston - Gallery
Channel your inner actor with drama games and activities!
Mon, Jul 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Large Print Area
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Tue, Jul 21, All day
Hespeler - Magazine Lounge
Since the first settlers arrived, fire has been a constant threat to the growing Hespeler community.
Tue, Jul 21, 9:30am - 5:35pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Tue, Jul 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Tue, Jul 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
A high-energy dance party where we will move our bodies and create musical-themed crafts.
Tue, Jul 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Gallery
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Tue, Jul 21, 11:00am - 11:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten!
Tue, Jul 21, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Explore the messy side of STEAM.
Tue, Jul 21, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Stories, songs, rhymes, and movement for the whole family!
Tue, Jul 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy.
Tue, Jul 21, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Preston - Gallery
Recreate historical art with your own twist!
Cancelled
Tue, Jul 21, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Old Post Office
Learn to turn your passion into profit.
Tue, Jul 21, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Create a mug using the Cricut Maker 3 in the Makerspace.
This event is full
Tue, Jul 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Practice problem solving and team building as we create amazing structures and friendships.
Tue, Jul 21, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Enjoy singing, learning and making new friends while strumming on a ukulele with this casual group.
Tue, Jul 21, 6:45pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler - Magazine Lounge
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Tue, Jul 21, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Sing, dance, and practice self-confidence.
Wed, Jul 22, All day
Hespeler - Magazine Lounge
Since the first settlers arrived, fire has been a constant threat to the growing Hespeler community.
Wed, Jul 22, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Wed, Jul 22, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Wed, Jul 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central Park
Play outside at the Preston Towne Market.
Wed, Jul 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Wed, Jul 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Gallery
Sing, dance, and practice self-confidence.
Wed, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Get crafty this summer!
Wed, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Learn about Sunnyhill Homestead, home to a national free seed library.
Wed, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten!
Wed, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Clemens Mill - Learning Commons
Pokémon fans unite!
Wed, Jul 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Grab your yarn, bring your imagination, and get crafting.
Wed, Jul 22, 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Wed, Jul 22, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Reading Room
Join other fibre arts enthusiasts as you work on your own project in a social environment.
Thu, Jul 23, All day
Hespeler - Magazine Lounge
Since the first settlers arrived, fire has been a constant threat to the growing Hespeler community.
Thu, Jul 23, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Thu, Jul 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Paper, scissors, glitter, GO!
Thu, Jul 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Thu, Jul 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Thu, Jul 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Preston - Children's Department
Let's play!
Thu, Jul 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
A talking parrot that performs tricks!
Thu, Jul 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Department
Let's play!
Thu, Jul 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Let's play!
Thu, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Let your creativity run wild!
Thu, Jul 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
A playful hands-on art experience.
Thu, Jul 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Old Post Office - Makerspace
Learn basic sewing terminology as well as how to set up a sewing machine for your next project.
This event is full
Thu, Jul 23, 3:45pm - 5:00pm
Virtual - Zoom 3
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Thu, Jul 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy.
Thu, Jul 23, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Queen's Square - Glass Study Room
Langs Outreach Team supports people experiencing homelessness with primary care, substance use and addiction support, counseling, system navigation, and community resources.
Thu, Jul 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Put your own twist on a classic artwork.
This event is full
Thu, Jul 23, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Enjoy singing, learning and making new friends while strumming on a ukulele with this casual group.
Thu, Jul 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get creative!
Fri, Jul 24, All day
Hespeler - Magazine Lounge
Since the first settlers arrived, fire has been a constant threat to the growing Hespeler community.
Fri, Jul 24, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Fri, Jul 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Learn new songs and rhymes, share stories, and meet other parents and babies.
Fri, Jul 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Community Garden
Relax with your baby in the garden.
Fri, Jul 24, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Express your personal style in this hands-on wearable art program.
Fri, Jul 24, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Jump-start the weekend with fun-packed Fridays!
Fri, Jul 24, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Outside the Library - Main Entrance
Outside adventures on market afternoons.
Sat, Jul 25, All day
Hespeler - Magazine Lounge
Since the first settlers arrived, fire has been a constant threat to the growing Hespeler community.
Sat, Jul 25, 10:00am - 11:15am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Sat, Jul 25, 10:00am - 4:30pm
All Locations
Come and stay and play!
Sat, Jul 25, 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Soper Park - 120 Shade St, Cambridge, ON N1R 5R1
If it is happening in Cambridge this summer, your library wants to be there!
Sat, Jul 25, 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Forbes Park - 16 Kribs St, Cambridge, ON N3C 2N2
If it is happening in Cambridge this summer, your library wants to be there!
Sun, Jul 26, All day
Multiple Locations
All Cambridge Public Library locations will be closed on Sundays starting May 17 through to and including September 6.
Mon, Jul 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Learn new songs and rhymes, share stories, and meet other parents and babies.
Mon, Jul 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Let's play!
Mon, Jul 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten!
Mon, Jul 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Gallery
Get ready for kindergarten!
Mon, Jul 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Department
Ambassador animals visit the library!
Mon, Jul 27, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Build confidence and make informed money choices with practical, judgment‑free, financial education.
Mon, Jul 27, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Calling all gamers!
Mon, Jul 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Let your creativity run wild!
Mon, Jul 27, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Preston - Gallery
Channel your inner actor with drama games and activities!
Mon, Jul 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Players of all experience levels are welcome at this beginner-friendly session.
Mon, Jul 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Large Print Area
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Mon, Jul 27, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
The Tri-Cities Film Network presents an insightful panel discussion, diving into the financial realities and daily lifestyles of various film and video production sectors.
Tue, Jul 28, 9:30am - 5:35pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Tue, Jul 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Tue, Jul 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
A high-energy dance party where we will move our bodies and create musical-themed crafts.
Tue, Jul 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Gallery
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Tue, Jul 28, 11:00am - 11:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten!
Tue, Jul 28, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Explore the messy side of STEAM.
Tue, Jul 28, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Stories, songs, rhymes, and movement for the whole family!
Tue, Jul 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy.
Tue, Jul 28, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Preston - Gallery
Recreate historical art with your own twist!
Cancelled
Tue, Jul 28, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Old Post Office
Learn to turn your passion into profit.
Tue, Jul 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Practice problem solving and team building as we create amazing structures and friendships.
Tue, Jul 28, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
The Gaslight District - The District Square - 64 Grand Ave. S. Cambridge, ON
If it is happening in Cambridge this summer, your library wants to be there!
Tue, Jul 28, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Enjoy singing, learning and making new friends while strumming on a ukulele with this casual group.
Tue, Jul 28, 6:45pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler - Magazine Lounge
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Tue, Jul 28, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Sing, dance, and practice self-confidence.
Wed, Jul 29, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Wed, Jul 29, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central Park
Play outside at the Preston Towne Market.
Wed, Jul 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Wed, Jul 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Gallery
Sing, dance, and practice self-confidence.
Wed, Jul 29, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Get crafty this summer!
Wed, Jul 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Dive in to science this summer with highly interactive and fun demonstrations.
Wed, Jul 29, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten!
Wed, Jul 29, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Clemens Mill - Learning Commons
Pokémon fans unite!
Wed, Jul 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Grab your yarn, bring your imagination, and get crafting.
Wed, Jul 29, 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Wed, Jul 29, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Reading Room
Join other fibre arts enthusiasts as you work on your own project in a social environment.
Thu, Jul 30, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Thu, Jul 30, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Paper, scissors, glitter, GO!
Thu, Jul 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Thu, Jul 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Thu, Jul 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Preston - Children's Department
Let's play!
Thu, Jul 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Department
Let's play!
Thu, Jul 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Let's play!
Thu, Jul 30, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Let your creativity run wild!
Thu, Jul 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
A playful hands-on art experience.
Thu, Jul 30, 3:45pm - 5:00pm
Virtual - Zoom 3
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Thu, Jul 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy.
Thu, Jul 30, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Queen's Square - Glass Study Room
Langs Outreach Team supports people experiencing homelessness with primary care, substance use and addiction support, counseling, system navigation, and community resources.
Thu, Jul 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Creative Studios
Enjoy performances from local musicians while taking the opportunity to showcase your talent on stage.
Thu, Jul 30, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Old Post Office - Makerspace
Make custom stickers!
This event is full
Thu, Jul 30, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Enjoy singing, learning and making new friends while strumming on a ukulele with this casual group.
Thu, Jul 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get creative!
Fri, Jul 31, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Fri, Jul 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Learn new songs and rhymes, share stories, and meet other parents and babies.
Fri, Jul 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Community Garden
Relax with your baby in the garden.
Fri, Jul 31, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Live fully in a community that belongs and where everyone is valued for their contribution.
Fri, Jul 31, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Express your personal style in this hands-on wearable art program.
Fri, Jul 31, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Jump-start the weekend with fun-packed Fridays!
Fri, Jul 31, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Outside the Library - Main Entrance
Outside adventures on market afternoons.
Sat, Aug 01, 10:00am - 4:30pm
All Locations
Come and stay and play!
Sun, Aug 02, All day
Multiple Locations
All Cambridge Public Library locations will be closed on Sundays starting May 17 through to and including September 6.
Mon, Aug 03, All day
Multiple Locations
All Cambridge Public Library locations will be closed August 3rd for the Civic Holiday.
Tue, Aug 04, 9:30am - 5:35pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Tue, Aug 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Tue, Aug 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
A high-energy dance party where we will move our bodies and create musical-themed crafts.
Tue, Aug 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Gallery
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Tue, Aug 04, 11:00am - 11:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten!
Tue, Aug 04, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Explore the messy side of STEAM.
Tue, Aug 04, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Stories, songs, rhymes, and movement for the whole family!
Tue, Aug 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy.
Tue, Aug 04, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Preston - Gallery
Recreate historical art with your own twist!
Cancelled
Tue, Aug 04, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Old Post Office
Learn to turn your passion into profit.
Tue, Aug 04, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Design a zippered pouch using iron-on vinyl and the Cricut Maker 3 in the Makerspace.
This event is full
Tue, Aug 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Practice problem solving and team building as we create amazing structures and friendships.
Tue, Aug 04, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Enjoy singing, learning and making new friends while strumming on a ukulele with this casual group.
Tue, Aug 04, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Sing, dance, and practice self-confidence.
Wed, Aug 05, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Wed, Aug 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Wed, Aug 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central Park
Play outside at the Preston Towne Market.
Wed, Aug 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Wed, Aug 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Gallery
Sing, dance, and practice self-confidence.
Wed, Aug 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Enjoy a fun-filled show for the whole family!
Wed, Aug 05, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Get crafty this summer!
Wed, Aug 05, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten!
Wed, Aug 05, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Clemens Mill - Learning Commons
Pokémon fans unite!
Wed, Aug 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Grab your yarn, bring your imagination, and get crafting.
Wed, Aug 05, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Reading Room
Join other fibre arts enthusiasts as you work on your own project in a social environment.
Thu, Aug 06, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Thu, Aug 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Paper, scissors, glitter, GO!
Thu, Aug 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Thu, Aug 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Thu, Aug 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Preston - Children's Department
Let's play!
Thu, Aug 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Department
Let's play!
Thu, Aug 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Let's play!
Thu, Aug 06, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Let your creativity run wild!
Thu, Aug 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
A playful hands-on art experience.
Thu, Aug 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy.
Thu, Aug 06, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Queen's Square - Glass Study Room
Langs Outreach Team supports people experiencing homelessness with primary care, substance use and addiction support, counseling, system navigation, and community resources.
Thu, Aug 06, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Discover how colour and shape can communicate mood, feeling, and more.
Thu, Aug 06, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Enjoy singing, learning and making new friends while strumming on a ukulele with this casual group.
Thu, Aug 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get creative!
Thu, Aug 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
A space for 2SLGBTQIA+ readers to share book recommendations.
Fri, Aug 07, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Fri, Aug 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Learn new songs and rhymes, share stories, and meet other parents and babies.
Fri, Aug 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Community Garden
Relax with your baby in the garden.
Fri, Aug 07, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Express your personal style in this hands-on wearable art program.
Fri, Aug 07, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Jump-start the weekend with fun-packed Fridays!
Fri, Aug 07, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Outside the Library - Main Entrance
Outside adventures on market afternoons.
Sat, Aug 08, 7:00am - 1:00pm
Galt Farmers Market - 40 Dickson St, Cambridge, ON
If it is happening in Cambridge this summer, your library wants to be there!
Sat, Aug 08, 10:00am - 4:30pm
All Locations
Come and stay and play!
Sat, Aug 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Learn the basics of the Cricut Maker.
Sat, Aug 08, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Fight through unexplored lands with a group of brave adventurers just like yourself.
Sun, Aug 09, All day
Multiple Locations
All Cambridge Public Library locations will be closed on Sundays starting May 17 through to and including September 6.
Mon, Aug 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Learn new songs and rhymes, share stories, and meet other parents and babies.
Mon, Aug 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Let's play!
Mon, Aug 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten!
Mon, Aug 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten!
Mon, Aug 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Preston - Gallery
Dive in to science this summer with highly interactive and fun demonstrations.
Mon, Aug 10, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS,Large Print Area
Build confidence and make informed money choices with practical, judgment‑free, financial education.
Mon, Aug 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Old Post Office - Creative Studios
Ready, Set, Go! Test your skills against other opponents in this ultimate Mario Kart Tournament.
Mon, Aug 10, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Calling all gamers!
Mon, Aug 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Let your creativity run wild!
Mon, Aug 10, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Preston - Gallery
Channel your inner actor with drama games and activities!
Mon, Aug 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Experience a celebrated French-language feature film.
Mon, Aug 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Large Print Area
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Tue, Aug 11, 9:30am - 5:35pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Tue, Aug 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Tue, Aug 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
A high-energy dance party where we will move our bodies and create musical-themed crafts.
Tue, Aug 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Gallery
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Tue, Aug 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten!
Tue, Aug 11, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Explore the messy side of STEAM.
Tue, Aug 11, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Stories, songs, rhymes, and movement for the whole family!
Tue, Aug 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy.
Tue, Aug 11, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Preston - Gallery
Recreate historical art with your own twist!
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Tue, Aug 11, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Old Post Office
Learn to turn your passion into profit.
Tue, Aug 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Practice problem solving and team building as we create amazing structures and friendships.
Tue, Aug 11, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
The Gaslight District - The District Square - 64 Grand Ave. S. Cambridge, ON
If it is happening in Cambridge this summer, your library wants to be there!
Tue, Aug 11, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Enjoy singing, learning and making new friends while strumming on a ukulele with this casual group.
Tue, Aug 11, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Sing, dance, and practice self-confidence.
Wed, Aug 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Wed, Aug 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central Park
Play outside at the Preston Towne Market.
Wed, Aug 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Wed, Aug 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Gallery
Sing, dance, and practice self-confidence.
Wed, Aug 12, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Get crafty this summer!
Wed, Aug 12, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Meet monthly to discuss a pre-selected title, share thoughts, and learn more about the books we love.
Wed, Aug 12, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten!
Wed, Aug 12, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Clemens Mill - Learning Commons
Pokémon fans unite!
Wed, Aug 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Old Post Office - Creative Studios
Have fun making unbelievable photo scenes using simple green screen techniques.
Wed, Aug 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Grab your yarn, bring your imagination, and get crafting.
Wed, Aug 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Creative Studios
Artists of all skill levels are invited to come out for some self-directed still life drawing practice.
Wed, Aug 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Reading Room
Join other fibre arts enthusiasts as you work on your own project in a social environment.
Thu, Aug 13, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Thu, Aug 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Paper, scissors, glitter, GO!
Thu, Aug 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Thu, Aug 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Thu, Aug 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Preston - Children's Department
Let's play!
Thu, Aug 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Clemens Mill - Learning Commons
Ambassador animals visit the library!
Thu, Aug 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Department
Let's play!
Thu, Aug 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Let's play!
Thu, Aug 13, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Let your creativity run wild!
Thu, Aug 13, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Turn your favourite picture into a work of art: DIY Paint by Numbers style.
Thu, Aug 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
A playful hands-on art experience.
Thu, Aug 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy.
Thu, Aug 13, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Queen's Square - Glass Study Room
Langs Outreach Team supports people experiencing homelessness with primary care, substance use and addiction support, counseling, system navigation, and community resources.
Thu, Aug 13, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Enjoy singing, learning and making new friends while strumming on a ukulele with this casual group.
Thu, Aug 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get creative!
Fri, Aug 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Fri, Aug 14, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Old Post Office - Creative Studios
Connect with other adults while enjoying concerts, crafting, chats, and more.
Fri, Aug 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Learn new songs and rhymes, share stories, and meet other parents and babies.
Fri, Aug 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Community Garden
Relax with your baby in the garden.
Fri, Aug 14, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Live fully in a community that belongs and where everyone is valued for their contribution.
Fri, Aug 14, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Express your personal style in this hands-on wearable art program.
Fri, Aug 14, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Jump-start the weekend with fun-packed Fridays!
Fri, Aug 14, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Outside the Library - Main Entrance
Outside adventures on market afternoons.
Sat, Aug 15, 10:00am - 4:30pm
All Locations
Come and stay and play!
Sat, Aug 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Old Post Office - Makerspace
Learn the basics of using the Makerspace embroidery machine.
Sat, Aug 15, 11:00am - 1:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Examine a teddy bear and play doctor for the day with medical students from McMaster University.
Sat, Aug 15, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Main Street Prominade
If it is happening in Cambridge this summer, your library wants to be there!