New to Cambridge? Learn about what the public library has to offer.
Tour our Hespeler location and discover the exciting programming, unexpected resources, and useful services available with a free Cambridge Public Library membership card.
The Cambridge Public Library (formerly Idea Exchange) is dedicated to creating an environment of curiosity and discovery through the exploration of the arts and new technologies. This will foster creativity, spark innovation, develop human capital, and support lifelong learning.
Bring your identification with your full name and proof of your current address to register for a free membership.
About Welcoming Week
Welcoming Week is an annual opportunity to recognize and celebrate the people, places, and values that help everyone feel welcome and give them a sense of belonging in their local community. This year’s Welcoming Week takes place from September 13 to September 22. Waterloo Region’s Welcoming Week celebrations include community picnics, film screenings, tours, community art projects, information nights, and Canadian Citizenship Ceremonies. The week's goal is to build stronger neighbourhoods and kinder communities through welcoming acts.
Mon, Dec 30 | 10:00AM to 8:30PM |
Tue, Dec 31 | 9:30AM to 4:30PM |
(New Year's Eve Early Closure) | |
Wed, Jan 01 | 10:00AM to 8:30PM |
Thu, Jan 02 | 10:00AM to 8:30PM |
Fri, Jan 03 | 10:00AM to 5:30PM |
Sat, Jan 04 | 9:30AM to 5:30PM |
Sun, Jan 05 | 1:00PM to 5:00PM |
The Hespeler location is a public library that has a comfortable reading area with fireplace and open children’s area.
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.