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Preston History Walking Tour
Saturday, October 10
10:00am - 11:30am
Preston
Main FloorA walking tour of Preston with discussion of the rich history of Queenston Road and Duke Street.
Starting at Cambridge Public Library, Preston, we will walk west on King Street to Chopin Drive, then visit some of the beautiful historical homes along Queenston Road as we head east. From there, we will head north on Westminster Drive, and walk back to the library along Duke Street. The total route is about 1.5 km.
This program runs rain or shine.
COST: Free
Preston
Phone: 519-653-3632
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| Wed, Sep 09 | 10:00AM to 8:30PM |
| Thu, Sep 10 | 10:00AM to 8:30PM |
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| Sun, Sep 13 | 1:00PM to 5:00PM |
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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
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Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
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Tue, Sep 22, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
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Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
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Sat, Sep 26, 10:30am - 12:00pm
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Sat, Sep 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
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Sun, Sep 27, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
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Mon, Sep 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
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Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Stories and fun learning activities that inspire curious little minds.
Tue, Sep 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Department
Let your imagination run wild!
Tue, Sep 29, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get ready for some circle time fun! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Tue, Sep 29, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Get ready for some circle time fun! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Tue, Sep 29, 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.
This event is full
Tue, Sep 29, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Creative Studios
An evening of songwriting with local musician and music instructor Eric Bolton. No experience necessary.
Tue, Sep 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Think you can crack the case in this evening of puzzles, riddles, and fun?
This event is full
Tue, Sep 29, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Audiobook Area
Play the world's most popular board game with fellow chess enthusiasts.
Tue, Sep 29, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Boardroom
Embark on a six-week Dungeons & Dragons campaign designed for new players.
This event is full
Tue, Sep 29, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Enjoy singing, learning and making new friends while strumming on a ukulele with this casual group.
Tue, Sep 29, 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.
Tue, Sep 29, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Wear your pyjamas and bring a stuffie to this evening storytime for families.
Wed, Sep 30, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Wed, Sep 30, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Wed, Sep 30, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Learn how to make different sensory doughs using everyday ingredients. Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Wed, Sep 30, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Clean out your stash of craft supplies and swap them for supplies you can use!
Wed, Sep 30, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Wed, Sep 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Department
Let's play!
Wed, Sep 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Wed, Sep 30, 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.
This event is full
Wed, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Come and explore, create, and share with crafts, robotics, comics, and more.
Wed, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Practice your chess game.
Wed, Sep 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.
Thu, Oct 01, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Thu, Oct 01, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Thu, Oct 01, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Thu, Oct 01, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Clean out your stash of craft supplies and swap them for supplies you can use!
Thu, Oct 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Explore a letter, shape, and colour of the day through songs, stories, and fun activities designed to support early learning and development.
Thu, Oct 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Department
Let's play!
Thu, Oct 01, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
Thu, Oct 01, 3:45pm - 5:00pm
Virtual - Zoom 3
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Thu, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
An imaginative art program where young artists explore the enchanting world of children's book illustrations. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
Thu, Oct 01, 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, Oct 01, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
A fun evening of crafting and connecting.
This event is full
Thu, Oct 01, 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, Oct 01, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Creative Studios
Help create a delightfully eerie soundscape for library visitors to experience during the Halloween season.
Thu, Oct 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Make stuff for your room!
This event is full
Thu, Oct 01, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
A space for 2SLGBTQIA+ readers to share book recommendations.
Fri, Oct 02, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Bring your tot for some late-morning fun. Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Fri, Oct 02, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Twinkle, twinkle, little star, how I wonder what you are…
Fri, Oct 02, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Clean out your stash of craft supplies and swap them for supplies you can use!
Fri, Oct 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Learn about the free programs and services offered by Hospice Waterloo Region.
Fri, Oct 02, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Connect with other adults while enjoying concerts, crafting, chats, and more.
This event is full
Fri, Oct 02, 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.
This event is full
Fri, Oct 02, 11:15am - 11:45am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Draw out your child's inner Picasso with amazing art projects. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
Fri, Oct 02, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Clemens Mill - Learning Commons
Make your evening epic with Nerf blasters and friends. Complete a registration for each teen attending the program.
Sat, Oct 03, 9:30am - 11:00am
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Clean out your stash of craft supplies and swap them for supplies you can use!
Sat, Oct 03, 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, Oct 03, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Enjoy hands-on fibre and craft-focused activities at Queen's Square and the Old Post Office, including hourly tours of the Next In Fibre Exhibition.
Sat, Oct 03, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Enjoy hands-on fibre and craft-focused activities at Queen's Square and the Old Post Office, including hourly tours of the Next In Fibre Exhibition.
Sun, Oct 04, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
A cozy half-hour filled with enchanting tales and imaginative adventures.
Sun, Oct 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Thrifting is the new shopping!
Mon, Oct 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Come shake, rattle, and read with us! Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Mon, Oct 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Department
Let's play!
Mon, Oct 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Mon, Oct 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Draw out your child's inner Picasso with amazing art projects. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
Mon, Oct 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Unleash your creativity and turn fabric into fun one-of-a-kind creations.
This event is full
Mon, Oct 05, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Channel your inner actor with drama games and activities!
Mon, Oct 05, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Large Print Area
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Mon, Oct 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Watch a celebrated French-language feature film in the comfort of the Preston Library's program room.
Mon, Oct 05, 6:30pm - 8:15pm
Queen's Square - Studio
In this four-week course, students will learn the difference between a snap shot and great photography.
Tue, Oct 06, 9:30am - 5:35pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Tue, Oct 06, 9:45am - 11:45am
Queen's Square - Large Print Area
Play Chinese Mahjong—an exciting four-player tile game of strategy, skill, and a little luck.
This event is full
Tue, Oct 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Tue, Oct 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Come shake, rattle, and read with us! Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
Tue, Oct 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Tue, Oct 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Preston - Children's Department
Let's play!
Tue, Oct 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Stories and fun learning activities that inspire curious little minds.
Tue, Oct 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Department
Let your imagination run wild!
Tue, Oct 06, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get ready for some circle time fun! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Tue, Oct 06, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Get ready for some circle time fun! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Tue, Oct 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
From archaeology to zoology, explore a new field of study each week through hands-on activity stations.
Tue, Oct 06, 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.
This event is full
Tue, Oct 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Learn simple magic tricks step-by-step so you can perform them with confidence and amaze your friends.
Tue, Oct 06, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Enjoy a creative evening in the Gallery Studio with a focus on improving mental health.
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Tue, Oct 06, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Audiobook Area
Play the world's most popular board game with fellow chess enthusiasts.
Tue, Oct 06, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Boardroom
Embark on a six-week Dungeons & Dragons campaign designed for new players.
This event is full
Tue, Oct 06, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Enjoy singing, learning and making new friends while strumming on a ukulele with this casual group.
Tue, Oct 06, 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.
Tue, Oct 06, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Wear your pyjamas and bring a stuffie to this evening storytime for families.
Wed, Oct 07, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Wed, Oct 07, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Learn how to make different sensory doughs using everyday ingredients. Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Wed, Oct 07, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Wed, Oct 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Department
Let's play!
Wed, Oct 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Wed, Oct 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Wed, Oct 07, 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.
This event is full
Wed, Oct 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Come and explore, create, and share with crafts, robotics, comics, and more.
Wed, Oct 07, 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, Oct 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Old Post Office - Creative Studios
Our friends from the University of Waterloo bring science to the Old Post Office.
Wed, Oct 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Create the haunting home decor of your dreams.
This event is full
Wed, Oct 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Practice your chess game.
Wed, Oct 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.
Wed, Oct 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Magazine Lounge
Get together for great discussions about amazing books.
Thu, Oct 08, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Thu, Oct 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Thu, Oct 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Thu, Oct 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Preston - Children's Department
Let's play!
Thu, Oct 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Explore a letter, shape, and colour of the day through songs, stories, and fun activities designed to support early learning and development.
Thu, Oct 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Department
Let's play!
Thu, Oct 08, 11:00am - 11:30am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Learn new songs and rhymes, share stories, and meet other parents and babies.
Thu, Oct 08, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
Thu, Oct 08, 3:45pm - 5:00pm
Virtual - Zoom 3
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Thu, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
An imaginative art program where young artists explore the enchanting world of children's book illustrations. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
Thu, Oct 08, 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, Oct 08, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Learn how to photograph your artwork to best represent your work to art collectors, arts organizations, galleries, and arts granting agencies.
Thu, Oct 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.
Thu, Oct 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Make stuff for your room!
This event is full
Fri, Oct 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.
Fri, Oct 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Bring your tot for some late-morning fun. Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Fri, Oct 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Twinkle, twinkle, little star, how I wonder what you are…
Fri, Oct 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten!
Fri, Oct 09, 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.
This event is full
Fri, Oct 09, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Connect with other adults while enjoying concerts, crafting, chats, and more.
This event is full
Fri, Oct 09, 11:15am - 11:45am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Draw out your child's inner Picasso with amazing art projects. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
Fri, Oct 09, 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, Oct 09, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Explore resilience, psychological flexibility, and practical tools for healing in an inspiring evening with authors Kate Robson and Louis Busch.
Sat, Oct 10, 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, Oct 10, 10:00am - 11:30am
Preston - Main Floor
A walking tour of Preston with discussion of the rich history of Queenston Road and Duke Street.
Sat, Oct 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Queen's Square - Lobby
Unwind with pianist Muhsen for a relaxing, global journey of melodies inspired by cultures around the world, played entirely by ear.
Sat, Oct 10, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Explore uncharted lands with fellow adventurers.