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Registration opens:
January 05th, 2026

Engineering Science Quest

Ages 8 - 12
2026-01-27 18:00:00 2026-01-27 19:30:00 America/New_York Engineering Science Quest Our friends from the University of Waterloo bring science and Engineering to the Old Post Office. Old Post Office - Creative Studios

Tuesday, January 27
6:00pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-01-27 18:00:00 2026-01-27 19:30:00 America/New_York Engineering Science Quest Our friends from the University of Waterloo bring science and Engineering to the Old Post Office. Old Post Office - Creative Studios

Old Post Office

Creative Studios

Our friends from the University of Waterloo bring science and Engineering to the Old Post Office.

Tuesday, January 27 - Agribot Adventures

Program an Ozobot to manage a digital farm by planting crops, watering fields, checking soil, and using sustainable practices! You will navigate it through a field that you draw with codes using OzoBlockly.

 

Tuesday, February 17 - My Robot Helper

Build a robotic hand with LEGO Spike Prime and dive into the works where robotics and AI (artificial intelligence) are revolutionizing health care. We first explore how these technologies assist health care workers, help patients, and even provide personalized care. Afterwards, build and code robotic hands that mimic human movements!

 

 

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: | Technology | Stem | Steam | School Aged |

Old Post Office
Phone: 226-533-2767
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Tue, Dec 23 10:00AM to 8:30PM
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Thu, Dec 25 Closed
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Fri, Dec 26 Closed
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Sat, Dec 27 9:30AM to 5:30PM
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About the branch

The Old Post Office location, opened in 2018, is Canada’s first all-digital library, which includes Creative Studios, Discovery Centre, Makerspace, and Riverview Reading Room.

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Upcoming events

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Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Sun, Dec 28, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Sun, Dec 28, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Sun, Dec 28, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Winter Stay and Play - All Ages
Sun, Dec 28, 1:30pm - 4:00pm
All Locations
School’s out! Time to play!
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Mon, Dec 29, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Mon, Dec 29, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Mon, Dec 29, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management - Waste Collection Cart Display
Mon, Dec 29, All day
Clemens Mill
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March.
Winter Stay and Play - All Ages
Mon, Dec 29, 10:30am - 7:30pm
All Locations
School’s out! Time to play!
Busking Bonanza - All Ages
Mon, Dec 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Department
Enjoy a fun-filled show for the whole family!
Knit 'n' Chat Meet-Up
Mon, Dec 29, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Large Print Area
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Tue, Dec 30, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Tue, Dec 30, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Tue, Dec 30, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management - Waste Collection Cart Display
Tue, Dec 30, All day
Clemens Mill
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March.
Winter Stay and Play - All Ages
Tue, Dec 30, 10:30am - 7:30pm
All Locations
School’s out! Time to play!
Busking Bonanza - All Ages
Tue, Dec 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Clemens Mill - Learning Commons
Enjoy a fun-filled show for the whole family!
Art Cart - All Ages
Tue, Dec 30, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Drop in to create a unique craft!
Fibre Arts Meet-Up
Tue, Dec 30, 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.
Ukulele Meet-Up
Tue, Dec 30, 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.
New Year's Eve Early Closure - Closing at 4:30 pm.
Wed, Dec 31, All day
Multiple Locations
All Cambridge Public Library locations close at 4:30 pm on December 31 for New Year's Eve.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Wed, Dec 31, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Wed, Dec 31, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management - Waste Collection Cart Display
Wed, Dec 31, All day
Clemens Mill
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March.
Community Desk: Kitchener-Waterloo Multicultural Centre - Library Settlement Program
Wed, Dec 31, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Wed, Dec 31, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Winter Stay and Play - All Ages
Wed, Dec 31, 10:30am - 3:30pm
All Locations
School’s out! Time to play!
Noon Year's Eve - All Ages
Wed, Dec 31, 11:30am - 12:15pm
All Locations
Ring in the noon year!
New Year's Day Closure
Thu, Jan 01, All day
Multiple Locations
All Cambridge Public Library locations will be closed on January 1 for New Year's Day.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Fri, Jan 02, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Fri, Jan 02, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Fri, Jan 02, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management - Waste Collection Cart Display
Fri, Jan 02, All day
Clemens Mill
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March.
Winter Stay and Play - All Ages
Fri, Jan 02, 10:30am - 4:30pm
All Locations
School’s out! Time to play!
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Sat, Jan 03, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Sat, Jan 03, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Sat, Jan 03, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management - Waste Collection Cart Display
Sat, Jan 03, All day
Clemens Mill
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March.
Winter Stay and Play - All Ages
Sat, Jan 03, 10:30am - 4:30pm
All Locations
School’s out! Time to play!
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Sun, Jan 04, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Sun, Jan 04, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Sun, Jan 04, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management - Waste Collection Cart Display
Sun, Jan 04, All day
Clemens Mill
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March.
Winter Stay and Play - All Ages
Sun, Jan 04, 1:30pm - 4:00pm
All Locations
School’s out! Time to play!
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Mon, Jan 05, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Mon, Jan 05, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Mon, Jan 05, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management - Waste Collection Cart Display
Mon, Jan 05, All day
Clemens Mill
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March.
Belonging Artist in Residence - Alisa McRonald
Mon, Jan 05, All day
Preston - Gallery
January 5, 2026 - March 13, 2026
Community Desk: Kinbridge - Newcomer Outreach Program
Mon, Jan 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you a newcomer trying to get ready for the Canadian workforce, or to connect with your local community and learn about the programs and services available to you? Kinbridge is here to help.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Tue, Jan 06, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Tue, Jan 06, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Tue, Jan 06, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management - Waste Collection Cart Display
Tue, Jan 06, All day
Clemens Mill
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March.
Belonging Artist in Residence - Alisa McRonald
Tue, Jan 06, All day
Preston - Gallery
January 5, 2026 - March 13, 2026
Community Desk: Kitchener-Waterloo Multicultural Centre - Library Settlement Program
Tue, Jan 06, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Art Cart - All Ages
Tue, Jan 06, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Drop in to create a unique craft!
Ukulele Meet-Up
Tue, Jan 06, 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.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Wed, Jan 07, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Wed, Jan 07, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Wed, Jan 07, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management - Waste Collection Cart Display
Wed, Jan 07, All day
Clemens Mill
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March.
Belonging Artist in Residence - Alisa McRonald
Wed, Jan 07, All day
Preston - Gallery
January 5, 2026 - March 13, 2026
Community Desk: Kitchener-Waterloo Multicultural Centre - Library Settlement Program
Wed, Jan 07, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Hespeler Knitting Circle
Wed, Jan 07, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Teen Drop-In - Ages 13 - 18
Wed, Jan 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Chat with friends, use technology, take part in some arts and crafts or have fun gaming.
SPECTRUM Cambridge Transgender Peer Support Group
Wed, Jan 07, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Join SPECTRUM for a discussion and to meet other local gender-diverse folks.
Fibre Arts Meet-Up
Wed, Jan 07, 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, Jan 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Magazine Lounge
Get together for great discussions about amazing books.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Thu, Jan 08, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Thu, Jan 08, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Thu, Jan 08, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management - Waste Collection Cart Display
Thu, Jan 08, All day
Clemens Mill
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March.
Belonging Artist in Residence - Alisa McRonald
Thu, Jan 08, All day
Preston - Gallery
January 5, 2026 - March 13, 2026
Community Desk: Kitchener-Waterloo Multicultural Centre - Library Settlement Program
Thu, Jan 08, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Ukulele Meet-Up
Thu, Jan 08, 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.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Fri, Jan 09, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Fri, Jan 09, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Fri, Jan 09, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management - Waste Collection Cart Display
Fri, Jan 09, All day
Clemens Mill
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March.
Belonging Artist in Residence - Alisa McRonald
Fri, Jan 09, All day
Preston - Gallery
January 5, 2026 - March 13, 2026
Old Post Office Book Club - Ages 18+
Fri, Jan 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Meet monthly to discuss a pre-selected title, share thoughts, and learn more about the books we love.
Connections 50+ Queen's Square - Art for Wellness with Karen Campbell
Fri, Jan 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Studio
Connect with other adults while enjoying concerts, crafting, chats, and more.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Sat, Jan 10, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Sat, Jan 10, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Sat, Jan 10, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Belonging Artist in Residence - Alisa McRonald
Sat, Jan 10, All day
Preston - Gallery
January 5, 2026 - March 13, 2026
Second Saturday - Stop Worrying
Sat, Jan 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Learn tips and tricks to help you curb your winter worries.
Reclaiming Materials: Tips and Tricks - Alisa McRonald
Sat, Jan 10, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Preston - Gallery
Join Alisa in the Preston Gallery and learn how to reclaim everyday materials to use in your creative projects.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Sun, Jan 11, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Sun, Jan 11, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Sun, Jan 11, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Belonging Artist in Residence - Alisa McRonald
Sun, Jan 11, All day
Preston - Gallery
January 5, 2026 - March 13, 2026
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Mon, Jan 12, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Mon, Jan 12, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Mon, Jan 12, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management QS - Waste Collection Cart Display
Mon, Jan 12, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March!
Belonging Artist in Residence - Alisa McRonald
Mon, Jan 12, All day
Preston - Gallery
January 5, 2026 - March 13, 2026
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Mon, Jan 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Community Desk: Kinbridge - Newcomer Outreach Program
Mon, Jan 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you a newcomer trying to get ready for the Canadian workforce, or to connect with your local community and learn about the programs and services available to you? Kinbridge is here to help.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Mon, Jan 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Department
Let's play!
Dough Rae Me - All Ages
Mon, Jan 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Learn how to make different sensory doughs using everyday ingredients. Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 10:00am
Connections 50+ Preston - Preston History Talk
Mon, Jan 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Enjoy a virtual history tour from the comfort of the library.
Art + Wellness: Teen Edition - Ages 13 - 18
Mon, Jan 12, 2:15pm - 3:15pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
De-stress with relaxing arts and crafts.
Make, Do, and Mend - Ages 7 - 13
Mon, Jan 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Unleash your creativity and turn fabric into fun one-of-a-kind creations.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 10:00am
French Film Screening: Jeanne du Barry
Mon, Jan 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Experience an award-winning French-language feature film.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Tue, Jan 13, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Tue, Jan 13, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Tue, Jan 13, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management QS - Waste Collection Cart Display
Tue, Jan 13, All day
Queen's Square
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March!
Belonging Artist in Residence - Alisa McRonald
Tue, Jan 13, All day
Preston - Gallery
January 5, 2026 - March 13, 2026
Community Desk: Kitchener-Waterloo Multicultural Centre - Library Settlement Program
Tue, Jan 13, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Shake, Rattle, and Read - Ages 10 - 24 Months
Tue, Jan 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Come shake, rattle, and read with us! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 10:00am
Kindergarten Connections - Ages 3 - 5
Tue, Jan 13, 10:00am - 10:45am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 10:00am
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Tue, Jan 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Tue, Jan 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Storytime - All Ages
Tue, Jan 13, 11:15am - 11:45am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Celebrate reading with fun stories and activities.
Art Cart - All Ages
Tue, Jan 13, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Drop in to create a unique craft!
Baby and Me - Birth - 12 Months
Tue, Jan 13, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Learn new songs and rhymes, share stories, and meet other parents and babies. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 10:00am
Reading Buddies - Ages 7 - 10
Tue, Jan 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 10:00am
The Yuck Lab - Ages 5 - 12
Tue, Jan 13, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Explore the fascinating science behind all things gross, goopy, and gag-worthy.
Recycle It - Ages 5 - 12
Tue, Jan 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Discover the art of upcycling while turning trash into treasure.
Dungeons & Dragons: Tween Adventurers - Ages 10 – 13
Tue, Jan 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Queen's Square - Boardroom
Embark on a four-week Dungeons & Dragons campaign designed for new players.
Ukulele Meet-Up
Tue, Jan 13, 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.
Practice Your English
Tue, Jan 13, 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.
Build It! - Ages 5 - 10
Tue, Jan 13, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Calling all builders and designers!
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Wed, Jan 14, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Wed, Jan 14, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Wed, Jan 14, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management QS - Waste Collection Cart Display
Wed, Jan 14, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March!
Belonging Artist in Residence - Alisa McRonald
Wed, Jan 14, All day
Preston - Gallery
January 5, 2026 - March 13, 2026
Community Desk: Kitchener-Waterloo Multicultural Centre - Library Settlement Program
Wed, Jan 14, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Preschool Picassos - All Ages
Wed, Jan 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Draw out your child's inner Picasso with amazing art projects. Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 10:00am
Baby and Me - Birth - 12 Months
Wed, Jan 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Learn new songs and rhymes, share stories, and meet other parents and babies. Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 10:00am
Music 'n' Motion - All Ages
Wed, Jan 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
A high-energy dance party where we will move our bodies and create musical-themed crafts.
Hespeler Knitting Circle
Wed, Jan 14, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Kindergarten Connections - Ages 3 - 5
Wed, Jan 14, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 10:00am
Homeschool Makers - Ages 5 - 10
Wed, Jan 14, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
An interactive opportunity to explore a wide range of maker equipment. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 10:00am
Teen Drop-In - Ages 13 - 18
Wed, Jan 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Chat with friends, use technology, take part in some arts and crafts or have fun gaming.
Afternoon Craft Club - Ages 5 - 12
Wed, Jan 14, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Enjoy games, activities, crafts, and yummy snacks.
Film Screening: David Lynch: The Art Life - Ages 13+
Wed, Jan 14, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Creative Studios
A series of arts and culture-based films on the video wall.
Practice Your English
Wed, Jan 14, 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.
Fibre Arts Meet-Up
Wed, Jan 14, 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.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Thu, Jan 15, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Thu, Jan 15, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Thu, Jan 15, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management QS - Waste Collection Cart Display
Thu, Jan 15, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March!
Belonging Artist in Residence - Alisa McRonald
Thu, Jan 15, All day
Preston - Gallery
January 5, 2026 - March 13, 2026
Community Desk: Kitchener-Waterloo Multicultural Centre - Library Settlement Program
Thu, Jan 15, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Sensory Tales - Ages 2 - 8
Thu, Jan 15, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
All the senses are celebrated in this inclusive sensory experience. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 10:00am
Baby and Me - Birth - 12 Months
Thu, Jan 15, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Learn new songs and rhymes, share stories, and meet other parents and babies. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 10:00am
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Thu, Jan 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Department
Let's play!
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Thu, Jan 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Preston - Children's Department
Let's play!
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Thu, Jan 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Time for Twos and Threes - Ages 2 - 3
Thu, Jan 15, 11:15am - 11:45am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Bring your tot for some late-morning fun. Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 10:00am
Practice Your English
Thu, Jan 15, 3:45pm - 5:00pm
Virtual - Zoom 3
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
The Amazing Science Adventure - Ages 5 - 10
Thu, Jan 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
A fun-filled, hands-on science exploration!
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 10:00am
Introduction to Audio and Audio Recording - Ages 16+
Thu, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Creative Studios
Learn the basics of audio and audio recording.
Reading Buddies - Ages 7 - 10
Thu, Jan 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy. Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 10:00am
Ukulele Meet-Up
Thu, Jan 15, 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.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Fri, Jan 16, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Fri, Jan 16, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Fri, Jan 16, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management QS - Waste Collection Cart Display
Fri, Jan 16, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March!
Belonging Artist in Residence - Alisa McRonald
Fri, Jan 16, All day
Preston - Gallery
January 5, 2026 - March 13, 2026
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Fri, Jan 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
PD Day Stay and Play - All Ages
Fri, Jan 16, 10:00am - 4:00pm
All Locations
Come and stay and play!
Preschool Picassos - All Ages
Fri, Jan 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Draw out your child's inner Picasso with amazing art projects. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 10:00am
Preschool Picassos - All Ages
Fri, Jan 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Draw out your child's inner Picasso with amazing art projects. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 10:00am
Shake, Rattle, and Read - Ages 10 - 24 Months
Fri, Jan 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Come shake, rattle, and read with us! Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 10:00am
Connections 50+ Queen's Square - Still Life Drawing
Fri, Jan 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Studio
Connect with other adults while enjoying concerts, crafting, chats, and more.
Baby and Me - Birth - 12 Months
Fri, Jan 16, 11:15am - 11:45am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Learn new songs and rhymes, share stories, and meet other parents and babies. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 10:00am
Board Game Club
Fri, Jan 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
A shout out to all you board game families. Drop in for an afternoon of board game fun.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Sat, Jan 17, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Sat, Jan 17, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Sat, Jan 17, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management QS - Waste Collection Cart Display
Sat, Jan 17, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March!
Belonging Artist in Residence - Alisa McRonald
Sat, Jan 17, All day
Preston - Gallery
January 5, 2026 - March 13, 2026
Practice Your English
Sat, Jan 17, 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.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Sun, Jan 18, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Sun, Jan 18, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Sun, Jan 18, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management QS - Waste Collection Cart Display
Sun, Jan 18, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March!
Belonging Artist in Residence - Alisa McRonald
Sun, Jan 18, All day
Preston - Gallery
January 5, 2026 - March 13, 2026
Sunday Storytime - All Ages
Sun, Jan 18, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
A cozy half-hour filled with enchanting tales and imaginative adventures.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Mon, Jan 19, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Mon, Jan 19, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Mon, Jan 19, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management QS - Waste Collection Cart Display
Mon, Jan 19, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March!
Belonging Artist in Residence - Alisa McRonald
Mon, Jan 19, All day
Preston - Gallery
January 5, 2026 - March 13, 2026
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Mon, Jan 19, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Community Desk: Kinbridge - Newcomer Outreach Program
Mon, Jan 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you a newcomer trying to get ready for the Canadian workforce, or to connect with your local community and learn about the programs and services available to you? Kinbridge is here to help.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Mon, Jan 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Department
Let's play!
Dough Rae Me - All Ages
Mon, Jan 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Learn how to make different sensory doughs using everyday ingredients. Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 10:00am
Exam Cram - For High School Students
Mon, Jan 19, 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Magazine Lounge
Refuel and refocus with study space and snacks.
Exam Cram - For High School Students
Mon, Jan 19, 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler - Study Area
Refuel and refocus with study space and snacks.
Exam Cram - For High School Students
Mon, Jan 19, 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Clemens Mill - Learning Commons
Refuel and refocus with study space and snacks.
Exam Cram - For High School Students
Mon, Jan 19, 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Preston - Main Floor
Refuel and refocus with study space and snacks.
Exam Cram - For High School Students
Mon, Jan 19, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Refuel and refocus with study space and snacks.
Make, Do, and Mend - Ages 7 - 13
Mon, Jan 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Unleash your creativity and turn fabric into fun one-of-a-kind creations.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 10:00am
Author Evening with Paul Langan
Mon, Jan 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Preston - Fireside Area
Local author Paul Langan discusses his most recent publication, Forgotten History and Stories of the Railway - Galt, Preston, Hespeler & Area.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Tue, Jan 20, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Tue, Jan 20, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Tue, Jan 20, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management QS - Waste Collection Cart Display
Tue, Jan 20, All day
Queen's Square
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March!
Belonging Artist in Residence - Alisa McRonald
Tue, Jan 20, All day
Preston - Gallery
January 5, 2026 - March 13, 2026
Community Desk: Kitchener-Waterloo Multicultural Centre - Library Settlement Program
Tue, Jan 20, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Shake, Rattle, and Read - Ages 10 - 24 Months
Tue, Jan 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Come shake, rattle, and read with us! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 10:00am
Kindergarten Connections - Ages 3 - 5
Tue, Jan 20, 10:00am - 10:45am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 10:00am
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Tue, Jan 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Tue, Jan 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Storytime - All Ages
Tue, Jan 20, 11:15am - 11:45am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Celebrate reading with fun stories and activities.
Art Cart - All Ages
Tue, Jan 20, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Drop in to create a unique craft!
Baby and Me - Birth - 12 Months
Tue, Jan 20, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Learn new songs and rhymes, share stories, and meet other parents and babies. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 10:00am
Exam Cram - For High School Students
Tue, Jan 20, 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Magazine Lounge
Refuel and refocus with study space and snacks.
Exam Cram - For High School Students
Tue, Jan 20, 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler - Study Area
Refuel and refocus with study space and snacks.
Exam Cram - For High School Students
Tue, Jan 20, 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Clemens Mill - Learning Commons
Refuel and refocus with study space and snacks.
Exam Cram - For High School Students
Tue, Jan 20, 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Preston - Main Floor
Refuel and refocus with study space and snacks.
Exam Cram - For High School Students
Tue, Jan 20, 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Refuel and refocus with study space and snacks.
Reading Buddies - Ages 7 - 10
Tue, Jan 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 10:00am
The Yuck Lab - Ages 5 - 12
Tue, Jan 20, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Explore the fascinating science behind all things gross, goopy, and gag-worthy.
Recycle It - Ages 5 - 12
Tue, Jan 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Discover the art of upcycling while turning trash into treasure.
Dungeons & Dragons: Tween Adventurers - Ages 10 – 13
Tue, Jan 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Queen's Square - Boardroom
Embark on a four-week Dungeons & Dragons campaign designed for new players.
Ukulele Meet-Up
Tue, Jan 20, 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.
Practice Your English
Tue, Jan 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.
Build It! - Ages 5 - 10
Tue, Jan 20, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Calling all builders and designers!
UnBook Club - Ages 19+
Tue, Jan 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Bombay Sizzler
With no set book to read, this club is about great conversation and good fun!
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Wed, Jan 21, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Wed, Jan 21, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Wed, Jan 21, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management QS - Waste Collection Cart Display
Wed, Jan 21, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March!
Belonging Artist in Residence - Alisa McRonald
Wed, Jan 21, All day
Preston - Gallery
January 5, 2026 - March 13, 2026
Community Desk: Kitchener-Waterloo Multicultural Centre - Library Settlement Program
Wed, Jan 21, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Preschool Picassos - All Ages
Wed, Jan 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Draw out your child's inner Picasso with amazing art projects. Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 10:00am
Baby and Me - Birth - 12 Months
Wed, Jan 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Learn new songs and rhymes, share stories, and meet other parents and babies. Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 10:00am
Music 'n' Motion - All Ages
Wed, Jan 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.
Hespeler Knitting Circle
Wed, Jan 21, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Kindergarten Connections - Ages 3 - 5
Wed, Jan 21, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 10:00am
Homeschool Makers - Ages 5 - 10
Wed, Jan 21, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
An interactive opportunity to explore a wide range of maker equipment. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 10:00am
Teen Drop-In - Ages 13 - 18
Wed, Jan 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Chat with friends, use technology, take part in some arts and crafts or have fun gaming.
Exam Cram - For High School Students
Wed, Jan 21, 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Magazine Lounge
Refuel and refocus with study space and snacks.
Exam Cram - For High School Students
Wed, Jan 21, 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler - Study Area
Refuel and refocus with study space and snacks.
Exam Cram - For High School Students
Wed, Jan 21, 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Clemens Mill - Learning Commons
Refuel and refocus with study space and snacks.
Exam Cram - For High School Students
Wed, Jan 21, 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Preston - Main Floor
Refuel and refocus with study space and snacks.
Exam Cram - For High School Students
Wed, Jan 21, 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Refuel and refocus with study space and snacks.
Afternoon Craft Club - Ages 5 - 12
Wed, Jan 21, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Enjoy games, activities, crafts, and yummy snacks.
Focus on Leadership - Empowering Women to Lead with Purpose
Wed, Jan 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Empowering women to become tomorrow’s leaders by building skills in board governance, networking, and community-driven decision making for lasting impact.
Practice Your English
Wed, Jan 21, 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.
SPECTRUM Cambridge Transgender Peer Support Group
Wed, Jan 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Join SPECTRUM for a discussion and to meet other local gender-diverse folks.
Fibre Arts Meet-Up
Wed, Jan 21, 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.
Trauma Informed Care Circle - TEAO Canada - Wounds to Wings
Wed, Jan 21, 6:45pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Rebuilding connections through collective care: TEAO, Canada's trauma-informed circles, blend somatic practices, psycho-education, and breathwork for healing.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Thu, Jan 22, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Thu, Jan 22, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Thu, Jan 22, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management QS - Waste Collection Cart Display
Thu, Jan 22, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March!
Belonging Artist in Residence - Alisa McRonald
Thu, Jan 22, All day
Preston - Gallery
January 5, 2026 - March 13, 2026
Community Desk: Kitchener-Waterloo Multicultural Centre - Library Settlement Program
Thu, Jan 22, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Sensory Tales - Ages 2 - 8
Thu, Jan 22, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
All the senses are celebrated in this inclusive sensory experience. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 10:00am
Baby and Me - Birth - 12 Months
Thu, Jan 22, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Learn new songs and rhymes, share stories, and meet other parents and babies. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 10:00am
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Thu, Jan 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Department
Let's play!
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Thu, Jan 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Preston - Children's Department
Let's play!
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Thu, Jan 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Time for Twos and Threes - Ages 2 - 3
Thu, Jan 22, 11:15am - 11:45am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Bring your tot for some late-morning fun. Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 10:00am
Exam Cram - For High School Students
Thu, Jan 22, 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Magazine Lounge
Refuel and refocus with study space and snacks.
Exam Cram - For High School Students
Thu, Jan 22, 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler - Study Area
Refuel and refocus with study space and snacks.
Exam Cram - For High School Students
Thu, Jan 22, 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Clemens Mill - Learning Commons
Refuel and refocus with study space and snacks.
Exam Cram - For High School Students
Thu, Jan 22, 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Preston - Main Floor
Refuel and refocus with study space and snacks.
Exam Cram - For High School Students
Thu, Jan 22, 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Refuel and refocus with study space and snacks.
Practice Your English
Thu, Jan 22, 3:45pm - 5:00pm
Virtual - Zoom 3
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
The Amazing Science Adventure - Ages 5 - 10
Thu, Jan 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Old Post Office, Riverview Room
A fun-filled, hands-on science exploration!
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 10:00am
Bad Sculpture Night
Thu, Jan 22, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Create a beautifully bad artwork, all fun and no pressure!
Reading Buddies - Ages 7 - 10
Thu, Jan 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy. Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 10:00am
Ukulele Meet-Up
Thu, Jan 22, 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.
Queer Book Society
Thu, Jan 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
A space for 2SLGBTQIA+ readers to share book recommendations.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Fri, Jan 23, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Fri, Jan 23, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Fri, Jan 23, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management QS - Waste Collection Cart Display
Fri, Jan 23, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March!
Belonging Artist in Residence - Alisa McRonald
Fri, Jan 23, All day
Preston - Gallery
January 5, 2026 - March 13, 2026
Connections 50+ Presents Cambridge Third Age Learning - There is no Such Thing as a Dead Heat
Fri, Jan 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Explore why we are no closer to eradicating the dead heat then we were in the 1880's.
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Fri, Jan 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Preschool Picassos - All Ages
Fri, Jan 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Draw out your child's inner Picasso with amazing art projects. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 10:00am
Preston Book Club - Ages 18+
Fri, Jan 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Preston - Fireside Area
Love to discuss the nuances of a great book?
Preschool Picassos - All Ages
Fri, Jan 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Draw out your child's inner Picasso with amazing art projects. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 10:00am
Shake, Rattle, and Read - Ages 10 - 24 Months
Fri, Jan 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Come shake, rattle, and read with us! Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 10:00am
Baby and Me - Birth - 12 Months
Fri, Jan 23, 11:15am - 11:45am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Learn new songs and rhymes, share stories, and meet other parents and babies. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 10:00am
Exam Cram - For High School Students
Fri, Jan 23, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Queen's Square - Magazine Lounge
Refuel and refocus with study space and snacks.
Exam Cram - For High School Students
Fri, Jan 23, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hespeler - Study Area
Refuel and refocus with study space and snacks.
Exam Cram - For High School Students
Fri, Jan 23, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Clemens Mill - Learning Commons
Refuel and refocus with study space and snacks.
Exam Cram - For High School Students
Fri, Jan 23, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Preston - Main Floor
Refuel and refocus with study space and snacks.
Exam Cram - For High School Students
Fri, Jan 23, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Refuel and refocus with study space and snacks.
Board Game Club
Fri, Jan 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
A shout out to all you board game families. Drop in for an afternoon of board game fun.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Sat, Jan 24, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Sat, Jan 24, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Sat, Jan 24, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Industrial Intimacies - Cal Lane
Sat, Jan 24, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
January 24 - April 19
Belonging Artist in Residence - Alisa McRonald
Sat, Jan 24, All day
Preston - Gallery
January 5, 2026 - March 13, 2026
Exam Cram - For High School Students
Sat, Jan 24, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Hespeler - Study Area
Refuel and refocus with study space and snacks.
Practice Your English
Sat, Jan 24, 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.
Family Literacy Day Stay and Play
Sat, Jan 24, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Department
Drop by for scavenger hunts, games and lots of foodie fun! Take home an activity booklet and borrow some recipe books. All ages are welcome.
Family Literacy Day Stay and Play - All Ages
Sat, Jan 24, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Department
Drop by for scavenger hunts, games and lots of foodie fun! Take home an activity booklet and borrow some recipe books. All ages are welcome.
Family Literacy Day Stay and Play
Sat, Jan 24, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Drop by for scavenger hunts, games and lots of foodie fun! Take home an activity booklet and borrow some recipe books. All ages are welcome.
Family Literacy Day Stay and Play
Sat, Jan 24, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Drop by for scavenger hunts, games and lots of foodie fun! Take home an activity booklet and borrow some recipe books. All ages are welcome.
Family Literacy Day Stay and Play
Sat, Jan 24, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Preston - Children's Department
Drop by for scavenger hunts, games and lots of foodie fun! Take home an activity booklet and borrow some recipe books. All ages are welcome.
Introduction to Sewing
Sat, Jan 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Old Post Office - Makerspace
Learn basic sewing terminology as well as how to set up a sewing machine for your next project.
Opening Reception: Industrial Intimacies - Cal Lane
Sat, Jan 24, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Queen's Square - Gallery ,Lobby
Join us for the opening reception of Cal Lane: Industrial Intimacies
Exam Cram - For High School Students
Sat, Jan 24, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Queen's Square - Magazine Lounge
Refuel and refocus with study space and snacks.
Exam Cram - For High School Students
Sat, Jan 24, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Clemens Mill - Learning Commons
Refuel and refocus with study space and snacks.
Exam Cram - For High School Students
Sat, Jan 24, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Preston - Main Floor
Refuel and refocus with study space and snacks.
Exam Cram - For High School Students
Sat, Jan 24, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Refuel and refocus with study space and snacks.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Sun, Jan 25, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Sun, Jan 25, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Sun, Jan 25, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Industrial Intimacies - Cal Lane
Sun, Jan 25, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
January 24 - April 19
Belonging Artist in Residence - Alisa McRonald
Sun, Jan 25, All day
Preston - Gallery
January 5, 2026 - March 13, 2026
Exam Cram - For High School Students
Sun, Jan 25, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Queen's Square - Magazine Lounge
Refuel and refocus with study space and snacks.
Exam Cram - For High School Students
Sun, Jan 25, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Hespeler - Study Area
Refuel and refocus with study space and snacks.
Exam Cram - For High School Students
Sun, Jan 25, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Clemens Mill - Learning Commons
Refuel and refocus with study space and snacks.
Exam Cram - For High School Students
Sun, Jan 25, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Preston - Main Floor
Refuel and refocus with study space and snacks.
Exam Cram - For High School Students
Sun, Jan 25, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Refuel and refocus with study space and snacks.
Sunday Storytime - All Ages
Sun, Jan 25, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
A cozy half-hour filled with enchanting tales and imaginative adventures.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Mon, Jan 26, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Mon, Jan 26, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Mon, Jan 26, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Industrial Intimacies - Cal Lane
Mon, Jan 26, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
January 24 - April 19
Belonging Artist in Residence - Alisa McRonald
Mon, Jan 26, All day
Preston - Gallery
January 5, 2026 - March 13, 2026
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Mon, Jan 26, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Community Desk: Kinbridge - Newcomer Outreach Program
Mon, Jan 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you a newcomer trying to get ready for the Canadian workforce, or to connect with your local community and learn about the programs and services available to you? Kinbridge is here to help.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Mon, Jan 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Department
Let's play!
Dough Rae Me - All Ages
Mon, Jan 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Learn how to make different sensory doughs using everyday ingredients. Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 10:00am
Exam Cram - For High School Students
Mon, Jan 26, 1:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Magazine Lounge
Refuel and refocus with study space and snacks.
Exam Cram - For High School Students
Mon, Jan 26, 1:00pm - 8:00pm
Clemens Mill - Learning Commons
Refuel and refocus with study space and snacks.
Exam Cram - For High School Students
Mon, Jan 26, 1:00pm - 8:00pm
Preston - Main Floor
Refuel and refocus with study space and snacks.
Exam Cram - For High School Students
Mon, Jan 26, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Refuel and refocus with study space and snacks.
Exam Cram - For High School Students
Mon, Jan 26, 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler - Study Area
Refuel and refocus with study space and snacks.
Teen Mario Kart Tournament - Ages 13 - 18
Mon, Jan 26, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Start your engines!
Make, Do, and Mend - Ages 7 - 13
Mon, Jan 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Unleash your creativity and turn fabric into fun one-of-a-kind creations.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 10:00am
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Tue, Jan 27, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Tue, Jan 27, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Tue, Jan 27, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Industrial Intimacies - Cal Lane
Tue, Jan 27, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
January 24 - April 19
Belonging Artist in Residence - Alisa McRonald
Tue, Jan 27, All day
Preston - Gallery
January 5, 2026 - March 13, 2026
Community Desk: Kitchener-Waterloo Multicultural Centre - Library Settlement Program
Tue, Jan 27, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Shake, Rattle, and Read - Ages 10 - 24 Months
Tue, Jan 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Come shake, rattle, and read with us! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 10:00am
Kindergarten Connections - Ages 3 - 5
Tue, Jan 27, 10:00am - 10:45am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 10:00am
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Tue, Jan 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Tue, Jan 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Early Years and Child Care Navigator Information Table - All Ages
Tue, Jan 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Department
Find information about a variety of early learning and child care programs in Waterloo Region.
Storytime - All Ages
Tue, Jan 27, 11:15am - 11:45am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Celebrate reading with fun stories and activities.
Exam Cram - For High School Students
Tue, Jan 27, 1:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Magazine Lounge
Refuel and refocus with study space and snacks.
Exam Cram - For High School Students
Tue, Jan 27, 1:00pm - 8:00pm
Clemens Mill - Learning Commons
Refuel and refocus with study space and snacks.
Exam Cram - For High School Students
Tue, Jan 27, 1:00pm - 8:00pm
Preston - Main Floor
Refuel and refocus with study space and snacks.
Exam Cram - For High School Students
Tue, Jan 27, 1:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Refuel and refocus with study space and snacks.
Art Cart - All Ages
Tue, Jan 27, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Drop in to create a unique craft!
Baby and Me - Birth - 12 Months
Tue, Jan 27, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Learn new songs and rhymes, share stories, and meet other parents and babies. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 10:00am
Exam Cram - For High School Students
Tue, Jan 27, 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler - Study Area
Refuel and refocus with study space and snacks.
Reading Buddies - Ages 7 - 10
Tue, Jan 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 10:00am
The Yuck Lab - Ages 5 - 12
Tue, Jan 27, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Explore the fascinating science behind all things gross, goopy, and gag-worthy.
Recycle It - Ages 5 - 12
Tue, Jan 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Discover the art of upcycling while turning trash into treasure.
Engineering Science Quest - Ages 8 - 12
Tue, Jan 27, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Old Post Office - Creative Studios
Our friends from the University of Waterloo bring science and Engineering to the Old Post Office.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 10:00am
Art + Wellness - with Alexandra Burke
Tue, Jan 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square
Enjoy a creative evening in the Gallery Studio with a focus on improving mental health.
Dungeons & Dragons: Tween Adventurers - Ages 10 – 13
Tue, Jan 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Queen's Square - Boardroom
Embark on a four-week Dungeons & Dragons campaign designed for new players.
Ukulele Meet-Up
Tue, Jan 27, 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.
Practice Your English
Tue, Jan 27, 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.
Build It! - Ages 5 - 10
Tue, Jan 27, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Calling all builders and designers!
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