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Storytime

All Ages
2024-08-09 10:00:00 2024-08-09 10:30:00 America/New_York Storytime Meet new friends and stay and play. Queen's Square - Children's Program Room

Friday, August 09
10:00am - 10:30am

Add to Calendar 2024-08-09 10:00:00 2024-08-09 10:30:00 America/New_York Storytime Meet new friends and stay and play. Queen's Square - Children's Program Room

Queen's Square

Children's Program Room

Meet new friends and stay and play.

Come for songs, rhymes, games, stories, and fun for the whole family.

 

 

Accessibility
If you require an accessibility accommodation for this program or event, please tell us how we can meet your needs as soon as possible so arrangements can be organized. If you require a sign language interpreter, please let us know at least two-weeks (10 working weekdays) before the program date. 
  
If you are attending a registered program with a support person, please add your support worker as a guest when you sign up. 

COST: Free

AGE GROUP: | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | Programs + Workshops |

TAGS: | Storytime | Singing | School Aged | Preschool | Games |

Queen's Square
Phone: 519-621-0460
Hours
We're closed Sunday August 18
Mon, Aug 12 9:30AM to 8:30PM
Tue, Aug 13 9:30AM to 8:30PM
Wed, Aug 14 9:30AM to 8:30PM
Thu, Aug 15 9:30AM to 8:30PM
Fri, Aug 16 9:30AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Aug 17 9:30AM to 5:30PM
Sun, Aug 18 Closed
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About the branch

The Queen's Square location is a public library and art gallery. This location features a grand piano for music performances, multiple study and reading areas, and a large children’s department.

Be inspired at Idea Exchange in Cambridge!  Connect with the public libraries and public art galleries of Cambridge. Idea Exchange supports and inspires our community with an environment of discovery for people of all ages.

Upcoming events

Sensory Break - Ages 3 - 5
Fri, Aug 16, 10:00am - 10:45am
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We welcome families to join us for an hour of sensory exploration.
Storytime - All Ages
Fri, Aug 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Meet new friends and stay and play.
Community Desk: Welcome YMCA Immigrant Services - Library Settlement Program at Hespeler
Fri, Aug 16, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Hespeler - Community Desk, HE
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
Community Desk: Welcome YMCA Immigrant Services - Library Settlement Program at Clemens Mill
Fri, Aug 16, 10:00am - 4:30pm
Clemens Mill - Community Desk, CM
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
STEAM Storytime - All Ages
Fri, Aug 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
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Twinkle, twinkle, little star, how I wonder what you are…
Explore on the Floor: Fun in the Garden - All Ages
Fri, Aug 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
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Let's Play!
Sensory Break - Ages 5 - 7
Fri, Aug 16, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room,Sensory Room
We welcome families to join us for an hour of sensory exploration.
Make and Take - All Ages
Fri, Aug 16, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Paper, scissors, glitter, GO!
Ultimate Gaming Showdown - Ages 10 - 18
Fri, Aug 16, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
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Drop in for some casual, tournament-style gaming.
Idea Exchange at the Hespeler Village Market - All Ages
Fri, Aug 16, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hespeler
Play outside at the Hespeler Village Market.
STEAM Club - Ages 8 - 12
Fri, Aug 16, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Introducing our new STEAM club!
Teen Murder Mystery Night - Ages 13 - 18
Fri, Aug 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square
An interactive after-hours who-done-it.
Stay and Play - All Ages
Sat, Aug 17, 10:00am - 4:30pm
All Locations
Come and stay and play!
Creativity Kickstart: Journal
Sat, Aug 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
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Explore fun ways to begin or revive your journal.
This event is full
Summer Festivals: Family Fun Days
Sat, Aug 17, 11:00am - 2:00pm
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Celebrate summer in our local neighbourhoods.
DIY Pencil Case
Sat, Aug 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Get ready for back-to-school with a fully customized pencil case.
This event is full
Practice Your English: Queen's Square - Ages 16+
Sat, Aug 17, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Queen's Square - Boardroom
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Sunday Closures 2024
Sun, Aug 18, All day
All Locations
All Idea Exchange locations will be closed on Sundays starting May 19, 2024 through to and including September 1, 2024.
Community Desk: Welcome YMCA Immigrant Services - Library Settlement Program at Clemens Mill
Mon, Aug 19, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Clemens Mill - Community Desk, CM
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
Community Desk: Welcome YMCA Immigrant Services - Library Settlement Program at Queen's Square
Tue, Aug 20, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
Art Cart
Tue, Aug 20, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Drop in to create a unique craft!
Waterloo Region Migration Film Festival Lunch and Learn - From Far Away film and discussion
Tue, Aug 20, 11:45am - 1:00pm
Virtual - Zoom 2 (Webinar)
Grab your lunch bag and meet us on Zoom.
Register
Ukulele Meet-Up
Tue, Aug 20, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Enjoy singing and smiling while strumming your ukulele with this casual group.
Practice Your English: Hespeler - Ages 16+
Tue, Aug 20, 6:45pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Community Desk: Welcome YMCA Immigrant Services - Library Settlement Program at Clemens Mill
Wed, Aug 21, 10:00am - 4:30pm
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As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
Hespeler Knitting Circle
Wed, Aug 21, 10:30am - 12:30pm
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Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Community Desk: Welcome Kinbridge! - Newcomer Employment Workshop
Wed, Aug 21, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you a newcomer trying to get ready for the Canadian workforce? Kinbridge is here to help.
Introduction to Cricut Maker - Ages 13+
Wed, Aug 21, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Old Post Office - Makerspace,Third Floor Classroom
Learn the basics of our Cricut Maker.
Practice Your English: Clemens Mill - Family Edition
Wed, Aug 21, 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Seed Saving with Bob Wildfong
Wed, Aug 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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Learn how to save seeds with local expert Bob Wildfong of Seeds of Diversity Canada.
Fibre Arts Meet-Up
Wed, Aug 21, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Reading Room
Meet other fibre arts enthusiasts as you work on your own project in a social environment.
Community Desk: Welcome YMCA Immigrant Services - Library Settlement Program at Queen's Square
Thu, Aug 22, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
Practice Your English: Virtual - Ages 16+
Thu, Aug 22, 3:45pm - 5:00pm
Virtual - Zoom 3
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
SPECTRUM Cambridge Transgender Peer Support Group
Thu, Aug 22, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Join SPECTRUM for a discussion and to meet other local gender-diverse folks.
Bad Paint Night
Thu, Aug 22, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Create a beautifully bad artwork, all fun and no pressure!
This event is full
Employment Skill Building - Welcome Starling (formerly Lutherwood)
Thu, Aug 22, 7:00pm - 8:15pm
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Join Starling Employment Services (formerly Lutherwood) for this free, open workshop series to build your job searching skills.
Community Desk: Welcome YMCA Immigrant Services - Library Settlement Program at Hespeler
Fri, Aug 23, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Hespeler - Community Desk, HE
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
Community Desk: Welcome YMCA Immigrant Services - Library Settlement Program at Clemens Mill
Fri, Aug 23, 10:00am - 4:30pm
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As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
Teen Nerf Night - Age 10 - 18
Fri, Aug 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
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Make your summer epic with Nerf blasters and friends. Complete a registration for each person attending the program.
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Sat, Aug 24, All day
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Sat, Aug 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
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In this class, we will go through the basics of using the Makerspace embroidery machine.
Practice Your English: Queen's Square - Ages 16+
Sat, Aug 24, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
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Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
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Sun, Aug 25, All day
All Locations
All Idea Exchange locations will be closed on Sundays starting May 19, 2024 through to and including September 1, 2024.
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Mon, Aug 26, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
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Community Desk: Welcome YMCA Immigrant Services - Library Settlement Program at Clemens Mill
Mon, Aug 26, 10:00am - 5:00pm
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As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Tue, Aug 27, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
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Community Desk: Welcome YMCA Immigrant Services - Library Settlement Program at Queen's Square
Tue, Aug 27, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Queen's Square
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
Art Cart
Tue, Aug 27, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Drop in to create a unique craft!
Ukulele Meet-Up
Tue, Aug 27, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Enjoy singing and smiling while strumming your ukulele with this casual group.
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Wed, Aug 28, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
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Community Desk: Welcome YMCA Immigrant Services - Library Settlement Program at Clemens Mill
Wed, Aug 28, 10:00am - 4:30pm
Clemens Mill - Community Desk, CM
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
Hespeler Knitting Circle
Wed, Aug 28, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hespeler - Magazine Lounge
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Community Weaving Project Launch and Demonstration
Wed, Aug 28, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Drop in to learn how to weave with Cambridge Art Galleries.
Community Weaving Project Launch and Demonstration
Wed, Aug 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Drop in to learn how to weave with Cambridge Art Galleries.
Fibre Arts Meet-Up
Wed, Aug 28, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Reading Room
Meet other fibre arts enthusiasts as you work on your own project in a social environment.
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Thu, Aug 29, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Community Desk: Welcome YMCA Immigrant Services - Library Settlement Program at Queen's Square
Thu, Aug 29, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
Art Cart: Fabric - All Ages
Thu, Aug 29, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Drop in to create a unique craft!
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Fri, Aug 30, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Community Desk: Welcome YMCA Immigrant Services - Library Settlement Program at Hespeler
Fri, Aug 30, 10:00am - 5:00pm
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As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
Community Desk: Welcome YMCA Immigrant Services - Library Settlement Program at Clemens Mill
Fri, Aug 30, 10:00am - 4:30pm
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As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Sat, Aug 31, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Sunday Closures 2024
Sun, Sep 01, All day
All Locations
All Idea Exchange locations will be closed on Sundays starting May 19, 2024 through to and including September 1, 2024.
Labour Day Closure
Mon, Sep 02, All day
Multiple Locations
All Idea Exchange locations will be closed September 2 for Labour Day.
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Tue, Sep 03, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Ukulele Meet-Up
Tue, Sep 03, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Enjoy singing and smiling while strumming your ukulele with this casual group.
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Wed, Sep 04, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Hespeler Knitting Circle
Wed, Sep 04, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Board Game Café - Ages 16+
Wed, Sep 04, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler - Study Area
From cards to Catan, this is a warm and friendly atmosphere for fans of low-tech table games.
Fibre Arts Meet-Up
Wed, Sep 04, 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.
Queen's Square Book Club
Wed, Sep 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - YA Area
Read with us and have great discussions about amazing books.
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Thu, Sep 05, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
August 24 - November 10, 2024
SPECTRUM Cambridge Transgender Peer Support Group
Thu, Sep 05, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Join SPECTRUM for a discussion and to meet other local gender-diverse folks.
Ukulele Meet-Up
Thu, Sep 05, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Enjoy singing and smiling while strumming your ukulele with this casual group.
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Fri, Sep 06, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Connections 50+ Queen's Square - Art with Nicole
Fri, Sep 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Studio
Connect with other adults while enjoying concerts, crafting, chats, and more.
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Sat, Sep 07, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Sat, Sep 07, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Sun, Sep 08, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Sun, Sep 08, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Mon, Sep 09, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Mon, Sep 09, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Tue, Sep 10, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Tue, Sep 10, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Ukulele Meet-Up
Tue, Sep 10, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Enjoy singing and smiling while strumming your ukulele with this casual group.
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Wed, Sep 11, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Wed, Sep 11, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Hespeler Knitting Circle
Wed, Sep 11, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Community Weaving Project Launch and Demonstration
Wed, Sep 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Preston - Fireside Area
Drop in to learn how to weave with Cambridge Art Galleries.
Fibre Arts Meet-Up
Wed, Sep 11, 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.
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Thu, Sep 12, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Thu, Sep 12, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Thu, Sep 12, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Silent Book Club
Thu, Sep 12, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Queen's Square - YA Area
Read your book silently alongside other silent readers.
Registration opens Monday, August 26 2024 at 10:00am
Ukulele Meet-Up
Thu, Sep 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Enjoy singing and smiling while strumming your ukulele with this casual group.
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Fri, Sep 13, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Fri, Sep 13, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Fri, Sep 13, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Sat, Sep 14, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Sat, Sep 14, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Sat, Sep 14, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Sun, Sep 15, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Sun, Sep 15, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Sun, Sep 15, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
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