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Code and Design with Cospaces

Ages 8-12
2022-03-15 15:00:00 2022-03-15 16:00:00 America/New_York Code and Design with Cospaces Always wanted to make your own 3d game or immersive story? Virtual - Zoom 3

Tuesday, March 15
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2022-03-15 15:00:00 2022-03-15 16:00:00 America/New_York Code and Design with Cospaces Always wanted to make your own 3d game or immersive story? Virtual - Zoom 3

Virtual

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Always wanted to make your own 3d game or immersive story?

Now you can with Cospaces EDU, a program with 3D creation library, animations, code blocks.

Use your own computer, iPad/tablet or mobile device  to drag and drop in assets, customize the environment, code with blocks for beginners, and animate an immersive virtual environment! Log in on a mobile device to see your creation in Augmented Reality! 

Cost: free.

AGE GROUP: | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | Programs + Workshops |

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Virtual
Phone: 519-621-0460
Hours
We're closed Sunday July 27 due to Summer Sunday Closure
Mon, Jul 21 9:30AM to 8:30PM
Tue, Jul 22 9:30AM to 8:30PM
Wed, Jul 23 9:30AM to 8:30PM
Thu, Jul 24 9:30AM to 8:30PM
Fri, Jul 25 9:30AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Jul 26 9:30AM to 5:30PM
Sun, Jul 27 Closed
(Summer Sunday Closure)
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Virtual programming means we bring the programs directly to you – it’s all online! Join us virtually from the comfort of home.

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Upcoming events

What We Hold - Meera Margaret Singh
Tue, Jul 22, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 21, 2025 - September 14, 2025
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Tue, Jul 22, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
Community Desk: Kitchener-Waterloo Multicultural Centre - Library Settlement Program
Tue, Jul 22, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Tue, Jul 22, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management - Waste Collection Cart Display
Tue, Jul 22, 10:00am - 3:30pm
Clemens Mill - Community Desk, CM
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March 2026!
Music n' Motion - All Ages
Tue, Jul 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
A high-energy dance party where we will move our bodies and create musical-themed crafts.
Art Through the Ages - Ages 5 - 12
Tue, Jul 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Preston - Gallery
Recreate historical art with your own twist!
Art Cart - All Ages
Tue, Jul 22, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Drop in to create a unique craft!
Kindergarten Bootcamp - Ages 3 - 5
Tue, Jul 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten!
Messy STEAM - Ages 5 - 10
Tue, Jul 22, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Explore the messy side of STEAM.
Beautiful Blue Bookmarks - Ages 8 - 12
Tue, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Old Post Office - Creative Studios
In this two-week program, you will create a one-of-a-kind bookmark using SunPrint paper.
Kindergarten Bootcamp - Ages 3 - 5
Tue, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten!
Reading Buddies - Ages 5 - 10
Tue, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy.
Game Stop - Ages 6 - 12
Tue, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Kick-it old school with some classic games.
The 4 pm Project - Ages 6 - 12
Tue, Jul 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Preston - Gallery
Come explore and create with crafts, games, and hands-on fun!
30-Minute Physics - Ages 5 - 12
Tue, Jul 22, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Introduce kids to the basic concepts of physics with fast and fun interactive experiments.
Ukulele Meet-Up
Tue, Jul 22, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Enjoy singing and smiling while strumming your ukulele with this casual group.
Employment Skill Building - Resumes and Cover Letters
Tue, Jul 22, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
No nonsense information on what resumes and cover letters are for, what they need, and how to get started writing them. If you have one already, please bring it to edit in session.
Practice Your English
Tue, Jul 22, 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.
Kindness Rocks - All Ages
Tue, Jul 22, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Sing, dance, and practice self-confidence.
What We Hold - Meera Margaret Singh
Wed, Jul 23, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 21, 2025 - September 14, 2025
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Wed, Jul 23, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
Cambridge Public Library at the Preston Towne Market - All Ages
Wed, Jul 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central Park
Play outside at the Preston Towne Market.
Sensory Tales - Ages 2 - 8
Wed, Jul 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
All the senses are celebrated in this inclusive experience.
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management - Waste Collection Cart Display
Wed, Jul 23, 10:00am - 3:30pm
Clemens Mill - Community Desk, CM
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March 2026!
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Wed, Jul 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Wed, Jul 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Preston - Children's Department
Let's play!
Hespeler Knitting Circle
Wed, Jul 23, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Wed, Jul 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Let's play!
Rumple and Friends - All Ages
Wed, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Preston - Gallery
Experience the power of drama and laughter with Rumple and Friends.
Life in a Dreamhouse - Ages 5 - 10
Wed, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Welcome to the magical world of Barbie.
Kindergarten Bootcamp - Ages 3 - 5
Wed, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten!
Teen Drop-In - Ages 14 - 18
Wed, Jul 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Chat with friends, use technology or take part in some arts and crafts or gaming fun.
Crochet and Craft Club - Ages 10 - 14
Wed, Jul 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Grab your yarn, bring your imagination, and get crafting!
Dig It! - Ages 5 - 10
Wed, Jul 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Be an archeologist for a day!
SPECTRUM Cambridge Transgender Peer Support Group
Wed, Jul 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Join SPECTRUM for a discussion and to meet other local gender-diverse folks.
Practice Your English - Family Edition
Wed, Jul 23, 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.
Fibre Arts Meet-Up
Wed, Jul 23, 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.
What We Hold - Meera Margaret Singh
Thu, Jul 24, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 21, 2025 - September 14, 2025
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Thu, Jul 24, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
Community Desk: Kitchener-Waterloo Multicultural Centre - Library Settlement Program
Thu, Jul 24, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Thu, Jul 24, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management - Waste Collection Cart Display
Thu, Jul 24, 10:00am - 3:30pm
Clemens Mill - Community Desk, CM
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March 2026!
STEAM Storytime - All Ages
Thu, Jul 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Twinkle, twinkle, little star, how I wonder what you are…
Kindergarten Bootcamp - Ages 3 - 5
Thu, Jul 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Gallery
Get ready for kindergarten!
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Thu, Jul 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Thu, Jul 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Department
Let's play!
Babytime - Birth - 12 Months
Thu, Jul 24, 11:00am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Learn new songs and rhymes, share stories, and meet other parents and babies.
Craft Club - Ages 5 - 12
Thu, Jul 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Get crafty with us this summer!
Art Vibe - Ages 7 - 12
Thu, Jul 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Let your creativity run wild!
Reading Buddies - Ages 5 - 10
Thu, Jul 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy.
Practice Your English - Online
Thu, Jul 24, 3:45pm - 5:00pm
Virtual - Zoom 3
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Garden Tour with the Cambridge Food Bank
Thu, Jul 24, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Forward Church
A special tour of the Cambridge Food Bank garden.
Learn to Solder - Ages 16+
Thu, Jul 24, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Creative Studios
Learn the basics of soldering and electronics.
This event is full
Bad Craft Night - Garden Snakes
Thu, Jul 24, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Create a beautifully bad artwork, all fun and no pressure!
This event is full
Storytime - All Ages
Thu, Jul 24, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Meet new friends and stay and play.
What We Hold - Meera Margaret Singh
Fri, Jul 25, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 21, 2025 - September 14, 2025
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Fri, Jul 25, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
Make and Take - All Ages
Fri, Jul 25, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Paper, scissors, glitter, GO!
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management - Waste Collection Cart Display
Fri, Jul 25, 10:00am - 3:30pm
Clemens Mill - Community Desk, CM
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March 2026!
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Fri, Jul 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Kindness Rocks - All Ages
Fri, Jul 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Gallery
Sing, dance, and practice self-confidence.
Tween Makers: Laser Cutters - Ages 8 - 12
Fri, Jul 25, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Learn about our laser cutters and the amazing things you can make with them!
This event is full
Boredom Busters - Ages 7 - 12
Fri, Jul 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Jump-start the weekend with fun-packed Fridays!
NFB Summer Reading Club Movie Screening - All Ages
Fri, Jul 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Department
The National Film Board (NFB) has compiled several short films inspired by the 2025 TD Summer Reading Club theme, Around the World.
Market Playtime - All Ages
Fri, Jul 25, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Outside adventures on market afternoons.
What We Hold - Meera Margaret Singh
Sat, Jul 26, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 21, 2025 - September 14, 2025
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Sat, Jul 26, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
Saturday Stay and Play - All Ages
Sat, Jul 26, 10:00am - 4:00pm
All Locations
Come and stay and play!
Introduction to Large Format Printing - Ages 13+
Sat, Jul 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
Old Post Office - Makerspace
Calling all photographers and designers.
Dungeons & Dragons - Ages 16+
Sat, Jul 26, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Preston - Gallery
Navigate through uncharted territories alongside other courageous adventurers. However, proceed with caution—this game is not for the faint of heart.
This event is full
Practice Your English
Sat, Jul 26, 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 Summer Closure
Sun, Jul 27, All day
Multiple Locations
All our locations will be closed on Sundays starting May 18, 2025 through to and including August 31, 2025.
What We Hold - Meera Margaret Singh
Mon, Jul 28, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 21, 2025 - September 14, 2025
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Mon, Jul 28, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
Dragonfly Summer - Grand River Community Play Project
Mon, Jul 28, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Multiple Locations
It's a Dragonfly Summer! Stop by and make a dragonfly to wear.
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Mon, Jul 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management - Waste Collection Cart Display
Mon, Jul 28, 10:00am - 3:30pm
Hespeler - Community Desk, HE
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March 2026!
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Mon, Jul 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Babies in the Garden - Birth - 12 Months
Mon, Jul 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Community Garden
Relax with your baby in our garden.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Mon, Jul 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Let's play!
Babytime - Birth - 12 Months
Mon, Jul 28, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Learn new songs and rhymes, share stories, and meet other parents and babies.
Ultimate Gaming Showdown - Ages 7 - 12
Mon, Jul 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Drop in for some casual, tournament-style gaming.
Make and Take - All Ages
Mon, Jul 28, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Paper, scissors, glitter, GO!
Take It Outside! - Ages 4 - 10
Mon, Jul 28, 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Preston - Community Garden
Where can you play big, get loud, and have tons of messy fun? Outside of course!
Knit 'n' Chat Meet-up
Mon, Jul 28, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Large Print Area
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
What We Hold - Meera Margaret Singh
Tue, Jul 29, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 21, 2025 - September 14, 2025
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Tue, Jul 29, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
Dragonfly Summer - Grand River Community Play Project
Tue, Jul 29, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Multiple Locations
It's a Dragonfly Summer! Stop by and make a dragonfly to wear.
Community Desk: Kitchener-Waterloo Multicultural Centre - Library Settlement Program
Tue, Jul 29, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Tue, Jul 29, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management - Waste Collection Cart Display
Tue, Jul 29, 10:00am - 3:30pm
Hespeler - Community Desk, HE
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March 2026!
Music n' Motion - All Ages
Tue, Jul 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
A high-energy dance party where we will move our bodies and create musical-themed crafts.
Art Through the Ages - Ages 5 - 12
Tue, Jul 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
Preston - Gallery
Recreate historical art with your own twist!
Art Cart - All Ages
Tue, Jul 29, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Drop in to create a unique craft!
Kindergarten Bootcamp - Ages 3 - 5
Tue, Jul 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten!
Messy STEAM - Ages 5 - 10
Tue, Jul 29, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Explore the messy side of STEAM.
Kindergarten Bootcamp - Ages 3 - 5
Tue, Jul 29, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten!
Reading Buddies - Ages 5 - 10
Tue, Jul 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy.
Game Stop - Ages 6 - 12
Tue, Jul 29, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Kick-it old school with some classic games.
Messy Labs - All Ages
Tue, Jul 29, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Explore different science activities like bubbles, rainbows, exploding bottles, and more.
The 4 pm Project - Ages 6 - 12
Tue, Jul 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Preston - Gallery
Come explore and create with crafts, games, and hands-on fun!
30-Minute Physics - Ages 5 - 12
Tue, Jul 29, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Introduce kids to the basic concepts of physics with fast and fun interactive experiments.
Ukulele Meet-Up
Tue, Jul 29, 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
Tue, Jul 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.
Kindness Rocks - All Ages
Tue, Jul 29, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Sing, dance, and practice self-confidence.
What We Hold - Meera Margaret Singh
Wed, Jul 30, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 21, 2025 - September 14, 2025
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Wed, Jul 30, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
Dragonfly Summer - Grand River Community Play Project
Wed, Jul 30, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Multiple Locations
It's a Dragonfly Summer! Stop by and make a dragonfly to wear.
Cambridge Public Library at the Preston Towne Market - All Ages
Wed, Jul 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central Park
Play outside at the Preston Towne Market.
Sensory Tales - Ages 2 - 8
Wed, Jul 30, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
All the senses are celebrated in this inclusive experience.
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management - Waste Collection Cart Display
Wed, Jul 30, 10:00am - 3:30pm
Hespeler - Community Desk, HE
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March 2026!
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Wed, Jul 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Wed, Jul 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Preston - Children's Department
Let's play!
Hespeler Knitting Circle
Wed, Jul 30, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Wed, Jul 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Let's play!
Life in a Dreamhouse - Ages 5 - 10
Wed, Jul 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Welcome to the magical world of Barbie.
Kindergarten Bootcamp - Ages 3 - 5
Wed, Jul 30, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten!
Teen Drop-In - Ages 14 - 18
Wed, Jul 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Chat with friends, use technology or take part in some arts and crafts or gaming fun.
Crochet and Craft Club - Ages 10 - 14
Wed, Jul 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Grab your yarn, bring your imagination, and get crafting!
Dig It! - Ages 5 - 10
Wed, Jul 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Be an archeologist for a day!
Practice Your English - Family Edition
Wed, Jul 30, 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.
Fibre Arts Meet-Up
Wed, Jul 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.
What We Hold - Meera Margaret Singh
Thu, Jul 31, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 21, 2025 - September 14, 2025
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Thu, Jul 31, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
Dragonfly Summer - Grand River Community Play Project
Thu, Jul 31, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Multiple Locations
It's a Dragonfly Summer! Stop by and make a dragonfly to wear.
Community Desk: Kitchener-Waterloo Multicultural Centre - Library Settlement Program
Thu, Jul 31, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Thu, Jul 31, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management - Waste Collection Cart Display
Thu, Jul 31, 10:00am - 3:30pm
Hespeler - Community Desk, HE
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March 2026!
STEAM Storytime - All Ages
Thu, Jul 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Twinkle, twinkle, little star, how I wonder what you are…
Kindergarten Bootcamp - Ages 3 - 5
Thu, Jul 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Gallery
Get ready for kindergarten!
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Thu, Jul 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Thu, Jul 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Department
Let's play!
Babytime - Birth - 12 Months
Thu, Jul 31, 11:00am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Learn new songs and rhymes, share stories, and meet other parents and babies.
Craft Club - Ages 5 - 12
Thu, Jul 31, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Get crafty with us this summer!
Art Vibe - Ages 7 - 12
Thu, Jul 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Let your creativity run wild!
Reading Buddies - Ages 5 - 10
Thu, Jul 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy.
Practice Your English - Online
Thu, Jul 31, 3:45pm - 5:00pm
Virtual - Zoom 3
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Open Mic
Thu, Jul 31, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Creative Studios
Come together for open mic night in the Creative Studios.
Storytime - All Ages
Thu, Jul 31, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Meet new friends and stay and play.
What We Hold - Meera Margaret Singh
Fri, Aug 01, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 21, 2025 - September 14, 2025
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Fri, Aug 01, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
Dragonfly Summer - Grand River Community Play Project
Fri, Aug 01, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Multiple Locations
It's a Dragonfly Summer! Stop by and make a dragonfly to wear.
Make and Take - All Ages
Fri, Aug 01, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Paper, scissors, glitter, GO!
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management - Waste Collection Cart Display
Fri, Aug 01, 10:00am - 3:30pm
Hespeler - Community Desk, HE
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March 2026!
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Fri, Aug 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Kindness Rocks - All Ages
Fri, Aug 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Gallery
Sing, dance, and practice self-confidence.
NFB Summer Reading Club Movie Screening - All Ages
Fri, Aug 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
The National Film Board (NFB) has compiled several short films inspired by the 2025 TD Summer Reading Club theme, Around the World.
Boredom Busters - Ages 7 - 12
Fri, Aug 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Jump-start the weekend with fun-packed Fridays!
Market Playtime - All Ages
Fri, Aug 01, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Outside adventures on market afternoons.
What We Hold - Meera Margaret Singh
Sat, Aug 02, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 21, 2025 - September 14, 2025
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Sat, Aug 02, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
Dragonfly Summer - Grand River Community Play Project
Sat, Aug 02, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Multiple Locations
It's a Dragonfly Summer! Stop by and make a dragonfly to wear.
Saturday Stay and Play - All Ages
Sat, Aug 02, 10:00am - 4:00pm
All Locations
Come and stay and play!
Practice Your English
Sat, Aug 02, 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 Summer Closure
Sun, Aug 03, All day
Multiple Locations
All our locations will be closed on Sundays starting May 18, 2025 through to and including August 31, 2025.
Civic Holiday Closure
Mon, Aug 04, All day
Multiple Locations
All Cambridge Public Library locations will be closed August 4 for the Civic Holiday.
What We Hold - Meera Margaret Singh
Tue, Aug 05, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 21, 2025 - September 14, 2025
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Tue, Aug 05, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
Dragonfly Summer - Grand River Community Play Project
Tue, Aug 05, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Multiple Locations
It's a Dragonfly Summer! Stop by and make a dragonfly to wear.
Community Desk: Kitchener-Waterloo Multicultural Centre - Library Settlement Program
Tue, Aug 05, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Tue, Aug 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
The Grand River Community Quilt - Grand River Community Play Project: The Voice of the River
Tue, Aug 05, 10:00am - 8:30pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Each square tells a story. Each story from your neighbours.
Music n' Motion - All Ages
Tue, Aug 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
A high-energy dance party where we will move our bodies and create musical-themed crafts.
Art Through the Ages - Ages 5 - 12
Tue, Aug 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Preston - Gallery
Recreate historical art with your own twist!
Art Cart - All Ages
Tue, Aug 05, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Drop in to create a unique craft!
Kindergarten Bootcamp - Ages 3 - 5
Tue, Aug 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten!
Messy STEAM - Ages 5 - 10
Tue, Aug 05, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Explore the messy side of STEAM.
Kindergarten Bootcamp - Ages 3 - 5
Tue, Aug 05, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten!
Reading Buddies - Ages 5 - 10
Tue, Aug 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy.
Game Stop - Ages 6 - 12
Tue, Aug 05, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Kick-it old school with some classic games.
The 4 pm Project - Ages 6 - 12
Tue, Aug 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Preston - Gallery
Come explore and create with crafts, games, and hands-on fun!
30-Minute Physics - Ages 5 - 12
Tue, Aug 05, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Introduce kids to the basic concepts of physics with fast and fun interactive experiments.
Ukulele Meet-Up
Tue, Aug 05, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Enjoy singing and smiling while strumming your ukulele with this casual group.
Employment Skill Building - Interviewing with Confidence
Tue, Aug 05, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
From making a strong first impression to a well-timed follow up, we will talk through interviews and common questions step-by-step.
Kindness Rocks - All Ages
Tue, Aug 05, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Sing, dance, and practice self-confidence.
What We Hold - Meera Margaret Singh
Wed, Aug 06, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 21, 2025 - September 14, 2025
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Wed, Aug 06, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
The Grand River Community Play Project - The Production is Coming to Town
Wed, Aug 06, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Multiple Locations
Celebrate the stories and people of the Grand River.
Cambridge Public Library at the Preston Towne Market - All Ages
Wed, Aug 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central Park
Play outside at the Preston Towne Market.
Sensory Tales - Ages 2 - 8
Wed, Aug 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
All the senses are celebrated in this inclusive experience.
The Grand River Community Quilt - Grand River Community Play Project: The Voice of the River
Wed, Aug 06, 10:00am - 8:30pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Each square tells a story. Each story from your neighbours.
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Wed, Aug 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Wed, Aug 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Preston - Children's Department
Let's play!
Hespeler Knitting Circle
Wed, Aug 06, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Wed, Aug 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Let's play!
Wild Ontario - All Ages
Wed, Aug 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Clemens Mill - Learning Commons
Learn about native bird species and get up close and personal!
Life in a Dreamhouse - Ages 5 - 10
Wed, Aug 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Welcome to the magical world of Barbie.
Kindergarten Bootcamp - Ages 3 - 5
Wed, Aug 06, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten!
Teen Drop-In - Ages 14 - 18
Wed, Aug 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Chat with friends, use technology or take part in some arts and crafts or gaming fun.
Crochet and Craft Club - Ages 10 - 14
Wed, Aug 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Grab your yarn, bring your imagination, and get crafting!
Community Picnic - Grand River Community Play Project
Wed, Aug 06, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Lower Main Street closure, at the corner of Main and Water Street.
Celebrate the stories and people of the Grand River.
Dig It! - Ages 5 - 10
Wed, Aug 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Be an archeologist for a day!
SPECTRUM Cambridge Transgender Peer Support Group
Wed, Aug 06, 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, Aug 06, 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.
Ancient Mariners Canoe Parade and Street Processional - Grand River Community Play Project: The Voice of the River
Wed, Aug 06, 6:45pm - 7:30pm
In the Community
An Old Fashioned Street Puppet Parade? Decorated canoes? What could be better?
The Voice of the River - Outdoor Theatre Production
Wed, Aug 06, 7:35pm - 9:30pm
In the Community
A play of the people, by the people, for the people.
What We Hold - Meera Margaret Singh
Thu, Aug 07, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 21, 2025 - September 14, 2025
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Thu, Aug 07, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
Community Desk: Kitchener-Waterloo Multicultural Centre - Library Settlement Program
Thu, Aug 07, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Thu, Aug 07, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
STEAM Storytime - All Ages
Thu, Aug 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Twinkle, twinkle, little star, how I wonder what you are…
Kindergarten Bootcamp - Ages 3 - 5
Thu, Aug 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Gallery
Get ready for kindergarten!
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Thu, Aug 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Thu, Aug 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Department
Let's play!
Babytime - Birth - 12 Months
Thu, Aug 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Learn new songs and rhymes, share stories, and meet other parents and babies.
Craft Club - Ages 5 - 12
Thu, Aug 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Get crafty with us this summer!
Art Vibe - Ages 7 - 12
Thu, Aug 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Let your creativity run wild!
Reading Buddies - Ages 5 - 10
Thu, Aug 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy.
Introduction to Digital Embroidery
Thu, Aug 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Old Post Office - Makerspace
Learn the basics of using the Makerspace embroidery machine.
Storytime - All Ages
Thu, Aug 07, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Meet new friends and stay and play.
In Conversation: - Meera Margaret Singh, Noa Bronstein, and Karly Boileau
Thu, Aug 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Queen's Square - Gallery
Cambridge Art Galleries 'In Conversation' series brings you behind-the-scenes of current exhibitions.
What We Hold - Meera Margaret Singh
Fri, Aug 08, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 21, 2025 - September 14, 2025
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Fri, Aug 08, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
Make and Take - All Ages
Fri, Aug 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Paper, scissors, glitter, GO!
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Fri, Aug 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Kindness Rocks - All Ages
Fri, Aug 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Gallery
Sing, dance, and practice self-confidence.
NFB Summer Reading Club Movie Screening - All Ages
Fri, Aug 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
The National Film Board (NFB) has compiled several short films inspired by the 2025 TD Summer Reading Club theme, Around the World.
Boredom Busters - Ages 7 - 12
Fri, Aug 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Jump-start the weekend with fun-packed Fridays!
Market Playtime - All Ages
Fri, Aug 08, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Outside adventures on market afternoons.
What We Hold - Meera Margaret Singh
Sat, Aug 09, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 21, 2025 - September 14, 2025
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Sat, Aug 09, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
Saturday Stay and Play - All Ages
Sat, Aug 09, 10:00am - 4:00pm
All Locations
Come and stay and play!
Introduction to Sewing
Sat, Aug 09, 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.
This event is full
Mario Kart Tournament - Ages 6 - 18
Sat, Aug 09, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Old Post Office - Creative Studios
Ready! Set! Go!
Sunday Summer Closure
Sun, Aug 10, All day
Multiple Locations
All our locations will be closed on Sundays starting May 18, 2025 through to and including August 31, 2025.
What We Hold - Meera Margaret Singh
Mon, Aug 11, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 21, 2025 - September 14, 2025
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Mon, Aug 11, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Mon, Aug 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Mon, Aug 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Babies in the Garden - Birth - 12 Months
Mon, Aug 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Community Garden
Relax with your baby in our garden.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Mon, Aug 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Let's play!
Babytime - Birth - 12 Months
Mon, Aug 11, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Learn new songs and rhymes, share stories, and meet other parents and babies.
Connections 50+ Preston - Felt Craft Creations
Mon, Aug 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Preston - Gallery
Connect with other adults while enjoying concerts, crafting, chats, and more.
Ultimate Gaming Showdown - Ages 7 - 12
Mon, Aug 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Drop in for some casual, tournament-style gaming.
Make and Take - All Ages
Mon, Aug 11, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Paper, scissors, glitter, GO!
Scientists in School: Discovery Zone - Ages 4 - 12
Mon, Aug 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Old Post Office - Creative Studios
Join our friends from Scientists in School for an action-packed adventure through the discovery zone.
Take It Outside! - Ages 4 - 10
Mon, Aug 11, 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Preston - Community Garden
Where can you play big, get loud, and have tons of messy fun? Outside of course!
NFB Movie Screening - The Stand
Mon, Aug 11, 6:00pm - 7:35pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
View an award-winning cinematic feature film presented by the NFB.
Knit 'n' Chat Meet-up
Mon, Aug 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Large Print Area
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
What We Hold - Meera Margaret Singh
Tue, Aug 12, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 21, 2025 - September 14, 2025
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Tue, Aug 12, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
Community Desk: Kitchener-Waterloo Multicultural Centre - Library Settlement Program
Tue, Aug 12, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Tue, Aug 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Music n' Motion - All Ages
Tue, Aug 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
A high-energy dance party where we will move our bodies and create musical-themed crafts.
Art Through the Ages - Ages 5 - 12
Tue, Aug 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
Preston - Gallery
Recreate historical art with your own twist!
Art Cart - All Ages
Tue, Aug 12, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Drop in to create a unique craft!
Kindergarten Bootcamp - Ages 3 - 5
Tue, Aug 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten!
Messy STEAM - Ages 5 - 10
Tue, Aug 12, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Explore the messy side of STEAM.
Kindergarten Bootcamp - Ages 3 - 5
Tue, Aug 12, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten!
Reading Buddies - Ages 5 - 10
Tue, Aug 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy.
Game Stop - Ages 6 - 12
Tue, Aug 12, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Kick-it old school with some classic games.
The 4 pm Project - Ages 6 - 12
Tue, Aug 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Preston - Gallery
Come explore and create with crafts, games, and hands-on fun!
Soothing Self-Care - Ages 13 - 18
Tue, Aug 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Relax and get crafty by making your own self-care products.
Upcycle Vintage Slides - Ages 13+
Tue, Aug 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Old Post Office - Creative Studios
Make a fun craft using recycled analog slides.
This event is full
30-Minute Physics - Ages 5 - 12
Tue, Aug 12, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Introduce kids to the basic concepts of physics with fast and fun interactive experiments.
Ukulele Meet-Up
Tue, Aug 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Enjoy singing and smiling while strumming your ukulele with this casual group.
Kindness Rocks - All Ages
Tue, Aug 12, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Sing, dance, and practice self-confidence.
What We Hold - Meera Margaret Singh
Wed, Aug 13, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 21, 2025 - September 14, 2025
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Wed, Aug 13, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
Cambridge Public Library at the Preston Towne Market - All Ages
Wed, Aug 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central Park
Play outside at the Preston Towne Market.
Sensory Tales - Ages 2 - 8
Wed, Aug 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
All the senses are celebrated in this inclusive experience.
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Wed, Aug 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Wed, Aug 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Preston - Children's Department
Let's play!
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Wed, Aug 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Let's play!
Rumple and Friends - All Ages
Wed, Aug 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Experience the power of drama and laughter with Rumple and Friends.
Life in a Dreamhouse - Ages 5 - 10
Wed, Aug 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Welcome to the magical world of Barbie.
Kindergarten Bootcamp - Ages 3 - 5
Wed, Aug 13, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten!
Teen Drop-In - Ages 14 - 18
Wed, Aug 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Chat with friends, use technology or take part in some arts and crafts or gaming fun.
Crochet and Craft Club - Ages 10 - 14
Wed, Aug 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Grab your yarn, bring your imagination, and get crafting!
Dig It! - Ages 5 - 10
Wed, Aug 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Be an archeologist for a day!
Old Post Office Still Life Drawing - Ages 13+
Wed, Aug 13, 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.
Fibre Arts Meet-Up
Wed, Aug 13, 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.
What We Hold - Meera Margaret Singh
Thu, Aug 14, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 21, 2025 - September 14, 2025
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Thu, Aug 14, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
Community Desk: Kitchener-Waterloo Multicultural Centre - Library Settlement Program
Thu, Aug 14, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Thu, Aug 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
STEAM Storytime - All Ages
Thu, Aug 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Twinkle, twinkle, little star, how I wonder what you are…
Kindergarten Bootcamp - Ages 3 - 5
Thu, Aug 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten!
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Thu, Aug 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Shawny Kids Music Concert
Thu, Aug 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Preston - Gallery
Sing along with kids music performer Shawny.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Thu, Aug 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Department
Let's play!
Babytime - Birth - 12 Months
Thu, Aug 14, 11:00am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Learn new songs and rhymes, share stories, and meet other parents and babies.
Craft Club - Ages 5 - 12
Thu, Aug 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Get crafty with us this summer!
Art Vibe - Ages 7 - 12
Thu, Aug 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Let your creativity run wild!
Reading Buddies - Ages 5 - 10
Thu, Aug 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy.
Learn to Knit: Coasters
Thu, Aug 14, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Learn basic knitting stitches while making a coaster.
This event is full
Cactus Rock Painting
Thu, Aug 14, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Create a fun conversation piece for your space.
Queer Craft Circle
Thu, Aug 14, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
2SLGBTQIA+-identifying individuals are invited to explore a different creative project each month in a fun and safe space.
Storytime - All Ages
Thu, Aug 14, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Meet new friends and stay and play.
What We Hold - Meera Margaret Singh
Fri, Aug 15, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 21, 2025 - September 14, 2025
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Fri, Aug 15, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
Make and Take - All Ages
Fri, Aug 15, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Paper, scissors, glitter, GO!
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Fri, Aug 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Kindness Rocks - All Ages
Fri, Aug 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Gallery
Sing, dance, and practice self-confidence.
Boredom Busters - Ages 7 - 12
Fri, Aug 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Jump-start the weekend with fun-packed Fridays!
Market Playtime - All Ages
Fri, Aug 15, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Outside adventures on market afternoons.
What We Hold - Meera Margaret Singh
Sat, Aug 16, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 21, 2025 - September 14, 2025
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Sat, Aug 16, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
Saturday Stay and Play - All Ages
Sat, Aug 16, 10:00am - 4:00pm
All Locations
Come and stay and play!
Introduction to Cricut Maker - Ages 13+
Sat, Aug 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Learn the basics of our Cricut Maker.
Sunday Summer Closure
Sun, Aug 17, All day
Multiple Locations
All our locations will be closed on Sundays starting May 18, 2025 through to and including August 31, 2025.
What We Hold - Meera Margaret Singh
Mon, Aug 18, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 21, 2025 - September 14, 2025
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Mon, Aug 18, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
Let's Talk - Ages 14 - 21
Mon, Aug 18, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Make new friends, earn volunteer hours, receive academic and career guidance - and enjoy free food and bus tickets for every session!
Register
Knit 'n' Chat Meet-up
Mon, Aug 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Large Print Area
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
What We Hold - Meera Margaret Singh
Tue, Aug 19, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 21, 2025 - September 14, 2025
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Tue, Aug 19, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
Community Desk: Kitchener-Waterloo Multicultural Centre - Library Settlement Program
Tue, Aug 19, 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, Aug 19, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Drop in to create a unique craft!
Let's Talk - Ages 14 - 21
Tue, Aug 19, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Make new friends, earn volunteer hours, receive academic and career guidance - and enjoy free food and bus tickets for every session!
Register
NFB Movie Screening - Ninan Auassat: We, the Children
Tue, Aug 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
View an award-winning cinematic feature film presented by the National Film Board of Canada.
Art + Wellness
Tue, Aug 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Enjoy a creative evening in the Gallery Studio with a focus on improving mental health.
Ukulele Meet-Up
Tue, Aug 19, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Enjoy singing and smiling while strumming your ukulele with this casual group.
Employment Skill Building - Difficult Workplace Conversations
Tue, Aug 19, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Preston - Community Desk, PR
Learn the basics of what rights apply to workers in Ontario and some strategies for when and how to make disclosures about yourself to an employer.
What We Hold - Meera Margaret Singh
Wed, Aug 20, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 21, 2025 - September 14, 2025
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Wed, Aug 20, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
Hespeler Knitting Circle
Wed, Aug 20, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Let's Talk - Ages 14 - 21
Wed, Aug 20, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Make new friends, earn volunteer hours, receive academic and career guidance - and enjoy free food and bus tickets for every session!
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Teen Drop-In - Ages 14 - 18
Wed, Aug 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Chat with friends, use technology or take part in some arts and crafts or gaming fun.
SPECTRUM Cambridge Transgender Peer Support Group
Wed, Aug 20, 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, Aug 20, 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.
What We Hold - Meera Margaret Singh
Thu, Aug 21, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 21, 2025 - September 14, 2025
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Thu, Aug 21, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
Community Desk: Kitchener-Waterloo Multicultural Centre - Library Settlement Program
Thu, Aug 21, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Let's Talk - Ages 14 - 21
Thu, Aug 21, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Make new friends, earn volunteer hours, receive academic and career guidance - and enjoy free food and bus tickets for every session!
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Bad Sculpture Night - Garden Creatures
Thu, Aug 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Create a beautifully bad artwork, all fun and no pressure!
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