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Play & Stay

All Ages
2022-08-20 10:00:00 2022-08-20 17:00:00 America/New_York Play & Stay Do you want to join in on all the fun at Idea Exchange but can’t commit to a specific time? Hespeler - Children's Department

Saturday, August 20
10:00am - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2022-08-20 10:00:00 2022-08-20 17:00:00 America/New_York Play & Stay Do you want to join in on all the fun at Idea Exchange but can’t commit to a specific time? Hespeler - Children's Department

Hespeler

Children's Department

Do you want to join in on all the fun at Idea Exchange but can’t commit to a specific time?

We’ve got Stay and Play Activities! New activity stations set up Saturdays so that you can play. No need to register – no specific time – come in when you want!

Cost: Free

AGE GROUP: | Kids | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Programs + Workshops |

TAGS: | #schoolaged | #preschool |

Hespeler
Phone: 519-658-4412
Hours
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Mon, Nov 10 10:00AM to 8:30PM
Tue, Nov 11 10:00AM to 8:30PM
Wed, Nov 12 10:00AM to 8:30PM
Thu, Nov 13 10:00AM to 8:30PM
Fri, Nov 14 10:00AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Nov 15 9:30AM to 5:30PM
Sun, Nov 16 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

The Hespeler location is a public library that has a comfortable reading area with fireplace and open children’s area.

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

Upcoming events

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Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Sun, Nov 16, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Sun, Nov 16, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Sumâq / Sumac / سماق - Behnaz Fatemi
Sun, Nov 16, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 13 - December 7, 2025
Paralèlles: Unseen Feminine Forces
Sun, Nov 16, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 4 - December 21, 2025.
Hespeler's First World War in Ten Objects - Photographic Artifact Display
Sun, Nov 16, All day
Hespeler - Lounge
Learn about Hespeler's wartime, as told through photographs and the backstory of ten objects.
Preston's First World War in Ten Objects - Photographic Artifact Display
Sun, Nov 16, All day
Preston
Learn about Preston's wartime, as told through photographs and the backstory of ten objects.
Galt's First World War in Twelve Objects - Photographic Artifact Display
Sun, Nov 16, All day
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Learn about Galt's wartime, as told through photographs and the backstory of twelve objects.
Sunday Storytime - All Ages
Sun, Nov 16, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
A cozy half hour of tales and imagination.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Mon, Nov 17, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Mon, Nov 17, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Sumâq / Sumac / سماق - Behnaz Fatemi
Mon, Nov 17, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 13 - December 7, 2025
Paralèlles: Unseen Feminine Forces
Mon, Nov 17, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 4 - December 21, 2025.
Hespeler's First World War in Ten Objects - Photographic Artifact Display
Mon, Nov 17, All day
Hespeler - Lounge
Learn about Hespeler's wartime, as told through photographs and the backstory of ten objects.
Preston's First World War in Ten Objects - Photographic Artifact Display
Mon, Nov 17, All day
Preston
Learn about Preston's wartime, as told through photographs and the backstory of ten objects.
Galt's First World War in Twelve Objects - Photographic Artifact Display
Mon, Nov 17, All day
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Learn about Galt's wartime, as told through photographs and the backstory of twelve objects.
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Mon, Nov 17, 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, Nov 17, All day
Old Post Office
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March.
Community Desk: Canada LINC English
Mon, Nov 17, 9:30am - 3:30pm
Queen's Square
Host an International Student.
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Mon, Nov 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
PD Day Stay and Play - All Ages
Mon, Nov 17, 10:00am - 4:00pm
All Locations
Come and stay and play!
Community Desk: Kinbridge - Newcomer Outreach Program
Mon, Nov 17, 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.
Time for Twos and Threes - Ages 2 - 3
Mon, Nov 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Bring your tot for some late-morning fun. Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
Registration is now closed
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Mon, Nov 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Mon, Nov 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Department
Let's play!
Art Cart - Winter Flowers - All Ages
Mon, Nov 17, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Drop in to create a unique craft!
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Mon, Nov 17, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Knit 'n' Chat Meet-Up
Mon, Nov 17, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Large Print Area
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Intermediate SLR-Style Photography
Mon, Nov 17, 6:30pm - 8:15pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Learn the difference between a snapshot and great photography.
Registration is now closed
Periods 101 with The Period Purse - Ages 9 - 14
Mon, Nov 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room,Children’s Program Room - Stack 1
Inclusive period education workshop for youth.
Cancelled
How to Talk to Kids About Periods with The Period Purse
Mon, Nov 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square
Practical tips for discussing periods openly with tweens and teens.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Tue, Nov 18, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Tue, Nov 18, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Sumâq / Sumac / سماق - Behnaz Fatemi
Tue, Nov 18, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 13 - December 7, 2025
Paralèlles: Unseen Feminine Forces
Tue, Nov 18, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 4 - December 21, 2025.
Hespeler's First World War in Ten Objects - Photographic Artifact Display
Tue, Nov 18, All day
Hespeler - Lounge
Learn about Hespeler's wartime, as told through photographs and the backstory of ten objects.
Preston's First World War in Ten Objects - Photographic Artifact Display
Tue, Nov 18, All day
Preston
Learn about Preston's wartime, as told through photographs and the backstory of ten objects.
Galt's First World War in Twelve Objects - Photographic Artifact Display
Tue, Nov 18, All day
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Learn about Galt's wartime, as told through photographs and the backstory of twelve objects.
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Tue, Nov 18, 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, Nov 18, All day
Old Post Office
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
Tue, Nov 18, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Kindergarten Connections - Ages 3 - 5
Tue, Nov 18, 10:00am - 10:45am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
Registration is now closed
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Tue, Nov 18, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Kindness Rocks - All Ages
Tue, Nov 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Sing, dance, and practice self-confidence.
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Tue, Nov 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
The Imagination Station - All Ages
Tue, Nov 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Clemens Mill
Let your imagination run wild!
Art Cart - All Ages
Tue, Nov 18, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Drop in to create a unique craft!
Retro Gaming - Ages 13+
Tue, Nov 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Clemens Mill - Learning Commons
Celebrate International Games Month with some retro gaming fun!
Reading Buddies - Ages 5 - 10
Tue, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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 is now closed
The 4 pm Project - Ages 6 - 10
Tue, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Come and explore, create, and share with crafts, robotics, comics, and more. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
Registration is now closed
Galt Chess Club
Tue, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Audiobook Area
Play the world's most popular board game with fellow chess enthusiasts.
Fun with Fused Glass: Winter Wonderland - Ages 16+
Tue, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Learn about glass and the fusing process as you create your own winter wonderland creation.
This event is full
Engineering Science Quest - Ages 8 - 12
Tue, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Old Post Office - Creative Studios
Our friends from the University of Waterloo bring science to the Old Post Office.
This event is full
Basic Mechanics for Kids - Ages 5 - 12
Tue, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Learn how machines and engines work.
This event is full
Art + Wellness
Tue, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Enjoy a creative evening in the Gallery Studio with a focus on improving mental health.
Dungeons & Dragons: Beginner Adventurers - Ages 13 - 18
Tue, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Start your Dungeons and Dragons adventure at the library.
This event is full
Basic Licensing Class with Cambridge Amateur Radio - Ages 13+
Tue, Nov 18, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Get your basic Amateur Radio license in this eight-week program.
Registration is now closed
Ukulele Meet-Up
Tue, Nov 18, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Enjoy singing and smiling while strumming your ukulele with this casual group.
Reading Buddies - Ages 5 - 10
Tue, Nov 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hespeler - Magazine Lounge
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy. Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
Registration is now closed
Practice Your English
Tue, Nov 18, 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.
Teen Crochet Circle - Ages 13 - 18
Tue, Nov 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Department
Hang out and crochet with other teens. Bring your own project—no instruction provided.
UnBook Club - Ages 19+
Tue, Nov 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
SAZON MEXI/CAN
With no set book to read, this club is about great conversation and good fun!
This event is full
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Wed, Nov 19, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Wed, Nov 19, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Sumâq / Sumac / سماق - Behnaz Fatemi
Wed, Nov 19, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 13 - December 7, 2025
Paralèlles: Unseen Feminine Forces
Wed, Nov 19, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 4 - December 21, 2025.
Hespeler's First World War in Ten Objects - Photographic Artifact Display
Wed, Nov 19, All day
Hespeler - Lounge
Learn about Hespeler's wartime, as told through photographs and the backstory of ten objects.
Preston's First World War in Ten Objects - Photographic Artifact Display
Wed, Nov 19, All day
Preston
Learn about Preston's wartime, as told through photographs and the backstory of ten objects.
Galt's First World War in Twelve Objects - Photographic Artifact Display
Wed, Nov 19, All day
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Learn about Galt's wartime, as told through photographs and the backstory of twelve objects.
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Wed, Nov 19, 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, Nov 19, All day
Old Post Office
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, Nov 19, 9:30am - 5:00pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Sensory Tales - Ages 2 - 8
Wed, Nov 19, 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 is now closed
Time for Twos and Threes - Ages 2 - 3
Wed, Nov 19, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Bring your tot for some late-morning fun. Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
Registration is now closed
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Wed, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Baby Connections - Birth - 12 Months
Wed, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Get ready for some circle time fun! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
Registration is now closed
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Wed, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Department
Let's play!
Hespeler Knitting Circle
Wed, Nov 19, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Wed, Nov 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Let's play!
Homeschool Makers - Ages 5 - 10
Wed, Nov 19, 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 is now closed
Teen Drop-In - Ages 13 - 18
Wed, Nov 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Chat with friends, use technology, take part in some arts and crafts or have fun gaming.
Afterschool Sensory Break - All Ages
Wed, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Drop in for a calming session of sensory exploration.
Film Screening - Design Canada - Ages 13+
Wed, Nov 19, 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, Nov 19, 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, Nov 19, 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.
Teen Drop-In: Dragons 101 - Ages 13 - 18
Wed, Nov 19, 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Explore dragon myths and make a take-home treasure with the help of a certified Dracologist.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Thu, Nov 20, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Thu, Nov 20, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Sumâq / Sumac / سماق - Behnaz Fatemi
Thu, Nov 20, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 13 - December 7, 2025
Paralèlles: Unseen Feminine Forces
Thu, Nov 20, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 4 - December 21, 2025.
Hespeler's First World War in Ten Objects - Photographic Artifact Display
Thu, Nov 20, All day
Hespeler - Lounge
Learn about Hespeler's wartime, as told through photographs and the backstory of ten objects.
Preston's First World War in Ten Objects - Photographic Artifact Display
Thu, Nov 20, All day
Preston
Learn about Preston's wartime, as told through photographs and the backstory of ten objects.
Galt's First World War in Twelve Objects - Photographic Artifact Display
Thu, Nov 20, All day
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Learn about Galt's wartime, as told through photographs and the backstory of twelve objects.
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Thu, Nov 20, 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, Nov 20, All day
Old Post Office
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
Thu, Nov 20, 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, Nov 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Thu, Nov 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Thu, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Thu, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Preston - Children's Department
Let's play!
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Thu, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Department
Let's play!
Discover-ology - Ages 8 - 12
Thu, Nov 20, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
From archaeology to zoology, explore a new field of study each week through hands-on activity stations.
Baby Connections - Birth - 12 Months
Thu, Nov 20, 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.
Registration is now closed
Practice Your English
Thu, Nov 20, 3:45pm - 5:00pm
Virtual - Zoom 3
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Time Traveling Art Club - Ages 5 - 10
Thu, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Travel through time with colours, brushes, and big imaginations.
Build It! - Ages 5 - 10
Thu, Nov 20, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Calling all builders and designers!
Out of the Closet: Queer Clothing Upcycle and Exchange - Ages 13+
Thu, Nov 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Makerspace
A queer-friendly program for upcycling and trading clothing.
Draw, Paint, Create - Ages 8 - 12
Thu, Nov 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get creative!
Ukulele Meet-Up
Thu, Nov 20, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Join this casual group for singing, learning, and making new friends while strumming a ukulele.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Fri, Nov 21, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Fri, Nov 21, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Sumâq / Sumac / سماق - Behnaz Fatemi
Fri, Nov 21, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 13 - December 7, 2025
Paralèlles: Unseen Feminine Forces
Fri, Nov 21, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 4 - December 21, 2025.
Hespeler's First World War in Ten Objects - Photographic Artifact Display
Fri, Nov 21, All day
Hespeler - Lounge
Learn about Hespeler's wartime, as told through photographs and the backstory of ten objects.
Preston's First World War in Ten Objects - Photographic Artifact Display
Fri, Nov 21, All day
Preston
Learn about Preston's wartime, as told through photographs and the backstory of ten objects.
Galt's First World War in Twelve Objects - Photographic Artifact Display
Fri, Nov 21, All day
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Learn about Galt's wartime, as told through photographs and the backstory of twelve objects.
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Fri, Nov 21, 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, Nov 21, All day
Old Post Office
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March.
Time for Twos and Threes - Ages 2 - 3
Fri, Nov 21, 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.
Registration is now closed
Sensory Break - All Ages
Fri, Nov 21, 10:00am - 10:45am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Sensory play your way!
Registration is now closed
Baby Connections - Birth - 12 Months
Fri, Nov 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Get ready for some circle time fun! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
Registration is now closed
Connections 50+ Queen's Square - Relief Print
Fri, Nov 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Studio
Connect with other adults while enjoying concerts, crafting, chats, and more.
Preschool Picassos - All Ages
Fri, Nov 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - 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 is now closed
Art Lab - All Ages
Fri, Nov 21, 11:15am - 11:45am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Imagine, explore, and discover! Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
Registration is now closed
Murder in the Stacks: A Library Murder Mystery for Teens - Ages 13 - 18
Fri, Nov 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square
An interactive after-hours whodunit.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Sat, Nov 22, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Sat, Nov 22, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Sumâq / Sumac / سماق - Behnaz Fatemi
Sat, Nov 22, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 13 - December 7, 2025
Paralèlles: Unseen Feminine Forces
Sat, Nov 22, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 4 - December 21, 2025.
Hespeler's First World War in Ten Objects - Photographic Artifact Display
Sat, Nov 22, All day
Hespeler - Lounge
Learn about Hespeler's wartime, as told through photographs and the backstory of ten objects.
Preston's First World War in Ten Objects - Photographic Artifact Display
Sat, Nov 22, All day
Preston
Learn about Preston's wartime, as told through photographs and the backstory of ten objects.
Galt's First World War in Twelve Objects - Photographic Artifact Display
Sat, Nov 22, All day
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Learn about Galt's wartime, as told through photographs and the backstory of twelve objects.
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Sat, Nov 22, 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, Nov 22, All day
Old Post Office
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March.
Introduction to Cricut Maker - Ages 13+
Sat, Nov 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Learn the basics of our Cricut Maker.
Cheeky Word Crochet
Sat, Nov 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Learn some basic stitches and have fun!
Board Game Café - Ages 16+
Sat, Nov 22, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Queen's Square - Audiobook Area
A friendly and welcoming atmosphere to play one or more table games.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Sun, Nov 23, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Sun, Nov 23, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Sumâq / Sumac / سماق - Behnaz Fatemi
Sun, Nov 23, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 13 - December 7, 2025
Paralèlles: Unseen Feminine Forces
Sun, Nov 23, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 4 - December 21, 2025.
Hespeler's First World War in Ten Objects - Photographic Artifact Display
Sun, Nov 23, All day
Hespeler - Lounge
Learn about Hespeler's wartime, as told through photographs and the backstory of ten objects.
Preston's First World War in Ten Objects - Photographic Artifact Display
Sun, Nov 23, All day
Preston
Learn about Preston's wartime, as told through photographs and the backstory of ten objects.
Galt's First World War in Twelve Objects - Photographic Artifact Display
Sun, Nov 23, All day
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Learn about Galt's wartime, as told through photographs and the backstory of twelve objects.
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Sun, Nov 23, 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, Nov 23, All day
Old Post Office
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March.
Sunday Storytime - All Ages
Sun, Nov 23, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
A cozy half hour of tales and imagination.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Mon, Nov 24, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Mon, Nov 24, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Sumâq / Sumac / سماق - Behnaz Fatemi
Mon, Nov 24, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 13 - December 7, 2025
Paralèlles: Unseen Feminine Forces
Mon, Nov 24, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 4 - December 21, 2025.
Hespeler's First World War in Ten Objects - Photographic Artifact Display
Mon, Nov 24, All day
Hespeler - Lounge
Learn about Hespeler's wartime, as told through photographs and the backstory of ten objects.
Preston's First World War in Ten Objects - Photographic Artifact Display
Mon, Nov 24, All day
Preston
Learn about Preston's wartime, as told through photographs and the backstory of ten objects.
Galt's First World War in Twelve Objects - Photographic Artifact Display
Mon, Nov 24, All day
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Learn about Galt's wartime, as told through photographs and the backstory of twelve objects.
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Mon, Nov 24, 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, Nov 24, All day
Old Post Office
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March.
Community Desk: Kinbridge - Newcomer Outreach Program
Mon, Nov 24, 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.
Knit 'n' Chat Meet-Up
Mon, Nov 24, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Large Print Area
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Tue, Nov 25, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Tue, Nov 25, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Sumâq / Sumac / سماق - Behnaz Fatemi
Tue, Nov 25, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 13 - December 7, 2025
Paralèlles: Unseen Feminine Forces
Tue, Nov 25, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 4 - December 21, 2025.
Hespeler's First World War in Ten Objects - Photographic Artifact Display
Tue, Nov 25, All day
Hespeler - Lounge
Learn about Hespeler's wartime, as told through photographs and the backstory of ten objects.
Preston's First World War in Ten Objects - Photographic Artifact Display
Tue, Nov 25, All day
Preston
Learn about Preston's wartime, as told through photographs and the backstory of ten objects.
Galt's First World War in Twelve Objects - Photographic Artifact Display
Tue, Nov 25, All day
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Learn about Galt's wartime, as told through photographs and the backstory of twelve objects.
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Tue, Nov 25, 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, Nov 25, All day
Old Post Office
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
Tue, Nov 25, 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, Nov 25, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Drop in to create a unique craft!
Galt Chess Club
Tue, Nov 25, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Audiobook Area
Play the world's most popular board game with fellow chess enthusiasts.
Paws for Reading - Ages 5 - 12
Tue, Nov 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Join a class of therapy dogs at for the ultimate reading practice program.
Magic: The Gathering - Ages 14+
Tue, Nov 25, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Boardroom
Enter a world of spell slinging and fantasy through the Magic: The Gathering card game.
Dungeons & Dragons: Beginner Adventurers - Ages 13 - 18
Tue, Nov 25, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Start your Dungeons and Dragons adventure at the library.
This event is full
Ukulele Meet-Up
Tue, Nov 25, 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, Nov 25, 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.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Wed, Nov 26, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Wed, Nov 26, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Sumâq / Sumac / سماق - Behnaz Fatemi
Wed, Nov 26, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 13 - December 7, 2025
Paralèlles: Unseen Feminine Forces
Wed, Nov 26, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 4 - December 21, 2025.
Hespeler's First World War in Ten Objects - Photographic Artifact Display
Wed, Nov 26, All day
Hespeler - Lounge
Learn about Hespeler's wartime, as told through photographs and the backstory of ten objects.
Preston's First World War in Ten Objects - Photographic Artifact Display
Wed, Nov 26, All day
Preston
Learn about Preston's wartime, as told through photographs and the backstory of ten objects.
Galt's First World War in Twelve Objects - Photographic Artifact Display
Wed, Nov 26, All day
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Learn about Galt's wartime, as told through photographs and the backstory of twelve objects.
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Wed, Nov 26, 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, Nov 26, All day
Old Post Office
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, Nov 26, 9:30am - 5:00pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Hespeler Knitting Circle
Wed, Nov 26, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Connections 50+ Hespeler - Paint With Us
Wed, Nov 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Painting instructor Virginia, will teach you how to create a fall-themed painting.
SPECTRUM Cambridge Transgender Peer Support Group
Wed, Nov 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Join SPECTRUM for a discussion and to meet other local gender-diverse folks.
Practice Your English
Wed, Nov 26, 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, Nov 26, 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, Nov 26, 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.
Register
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Thu, Nov 27, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Thu, Nov 27, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Sumâq / Sumac / سماق - Behnaz Fatemi
Thu, Nov 27, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 13 - December 7, 2025
Paralèlles: Unseen Feminine Forces
Thu, Nov 27, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 4 - December 21, 2025.
Hespeler's First World War in Ten Objects - Photographic Artifact Display
Thu, Nov 27, All day
Hespeler - Lounge
Learn about Hespeler's wartime, as told through photographs and the backstory of ten objects.
Preston's First World War in Ten Objects - Photographic Artifact Display
Thu, Nov 27, All day
Preston
Learn about Preston's wartime, as told through photographs and the backstory of ten objects.
Galt's First World War in Twelve Objects - Photographic Artifact Display
Thu, Nov 27, All day
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Learn about Galt's wartime, as told through photographs and the backstory of twelve objects.
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Thu, Nov 27, 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, Nov 27, All day
Old Post Office
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
Thu, Nov 27, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Practice Your English
Thu, Nov 27, 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, Nov 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Creative Studios
Come together for open mic night in the Creative Studios.
Bad Sculpture Night
Thu, Nov 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Create a beautifully bad artwork, all fun and no pressure!
This event is full
Ukulele Meet-Up
Thu, Nov 27, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Join this casual group for singing, learning, and making new friends while strumming a ukulele.
Queer Book Society
Thu, Nov 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Share book recommendations with other 2SLGBTQIA+ readers.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Fri, Nov 28, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Fri, Nov 28, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Sumâq / Sumac / سماق - Behnaz Fatemi
Fri, Nov 28, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 13 - December 7, 2025
Paralèlles: Unseen Feminine Forces
Fri, Nov 28, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 4 - December 21, 2025.
Hespeler's First World War in Ten Objects - Photographic Artifact Display
Fri, Nov 28, All day
Hespeler - Lounge
Learn about Hespeler's wartime, as told through photographs and the backstory of ten objects.
Preston's First World War in Ten Objects - Photographic Artifact Display
Fri, Nov 28, All day
Preston
Learn about Preston's wartime, as told through photographs and the backstory of ten objects.
Galt's First World War in Twelve Objects - Photographic Artifact Display
Fri, Nov 28, All day
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Learn about Galt's wartime, as told through photographs and the backstory of twelve objects.
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Fri, Nov 28, 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, Nov 28, All day
Old Post Office
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March.
Connections 50+ Presents Cambridge Third Age Learning - Rush to Danger with author Ted Barris
Fri, Nov 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Author Ted Barris discusses his book, Rush to Danger, a telling of what medics experience in warfare.
Preston Book Club - Ages 18+
Fri, Nov 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Preston - Fireside Area
Meet with fellow readers to discuss the nuances of a great book.
Glow-in-the-Dark Storytime - All Ages
Fri, Nov 28, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Dim the lights and get glowing!
Music and Lights in the Village
Fri, Nov 28, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Hespeler
Celebrate the festive holiday season in Hespeler Village!
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Sat, Nov 29, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Sat, Nov 29, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Sumâq / Sumac / سماق - Behnaz Fatemi
Sat, Nov 29, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 13 - December 7, 2025
Paralèlles: Unseen Feminine Forces
Sat, Nov 29, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 4 - December 21, 2025.
Hespeler's First World War in Ten Objects - Photographic Artifact Display
Sat, Nov 29, All day
Hespeler - Lounge
Learn about Hespeler's wartime, as told through photographs and the backstory of ten objects.
Preston's First World War in Ten Objects - Photographic Artifact Display
Sat, Nov 29, All day
Preston
Learn about Preston's wartime, as told through photographs and the backstory of ten objects.
Galt's First World War in Twelve Objects - Photographic Artifact Display
Sat, Nov 29, All day
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Learn about Galt's wartime, as told through photographs and the backstory of twelve objects.
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Sat, Nov 29, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Dungeons & Dragons - Ages 16+
Sat, Nov 29, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Fight through unexplored lands with a group of brave adventurers just like yourself. But beware, for this game is not for the faint of heart.
This event is full
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Sun, Nov 30, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Sun, Nov 30, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Sumâq / Sumac / سماق - Behnaz Fatemi
Sun, Nov 30, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 13 - December 7, 2025
Paralèlles: Unseen Feminine Forces
Sun, Nov 30, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 4 - December 21, 2025.
Hespeler's First World War in Ten Objects - Photographic Artifact Display
Sun, Nov 30, All day
Hespeler - Lounge
Learn about Hespeler's wartime, as told through photographs and the backstory of ten objects.
Preston's First World War in Ten Objects - Photographic Artifact Display
Sun, Nov 30, All day
Preston
Learn about Preston's wartime, as told through photographs and the backstory of ten objects.
Galt's First World War in Twelve Objects - Photographic Artifact Display
Sun, Nov 30, All day
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Learn about Galt's wartime, as told through photographs and the backstory of twelve objects.
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Sun, Nov 30, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Mon, Dec 01, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Mon, Dec 01, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Sumâq / Sumac / سماق - Behnaz Fatemi
Mon, Dec 01, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 13 - December 7, 2025
Paralèlles: Unseen Feminine Forces
Mon, Dec 01, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 4 - December 21, 2025.
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Mon, Dec 01, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management HE - Waste Collection Cart Display
Mon, Dec 01, All day
Hespeler - Community Desk, HE
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March!
Community Desk: Kinbridge - Newcomer Outreach Program
Mon, Dec 01, 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.
Knit 'n' Chat Meet-Up
Mon, Dec 01, 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 02, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Tue, Dec 02, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Sumâq / Sumac / سماق - Behnaz Fatemi
Tue, Dec 02, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 13 - December 7, 2025
Paralèlles: Unseen Feminine Forces
Tue, Dec 02, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 4 - December 21, 2025.
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Tue, Dec 02, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management HE - Waste Collection Cart Display
Tue, Dec 02, All day
Hespeler - Community Desk, HE
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
Tue, Dec 02, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Galt Chess Club
Tue, Dec 02, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Audiobook Area
Play the world's most popular board game with fellow chess enthusiasts.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Wed, Dec 03, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Wed, Dec 03, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Sumâq / Sumac / سماق - Behnaz Fatemi
Wed, Dec 03, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 13 - December 7, 2025
Paralèlles: Unseen Feminine Forces
Wed, Dec 03, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 4 - December 21, 2025.
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Wed, Dec 03, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management HE - Waste Collection Cart Display
Wed, Dec 03, All day
Hespeler - Community Desk, HE
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 03, 9:30am - 5:00pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Hespeler Knitting Circle
Wed, Dec 03, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Winter Candle Painting
Wed, Dec 03, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Decorate a set of candlesticks with beautiful wintery designs.
Fibre Arts Meet-Up
Wed, Dec 03, 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, Dec 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Magazine Lounge
Get together for great discussions about amazing books.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Thu, Dec 04, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Thu, Dec 04, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Sumâq / Sumac / سماق - Behnaz Fatemi
Thu, Dec 04, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 13 - December 7, 2025
Paralèlles: Unseen Feminine Forces
Thu, Dec 04, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 4 - December 21, 2025.
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Thu, Dec 04, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management HE - Waste Collection Cart Display
Thu, Dec 04, All day
Hespeler - Community Desk, HE
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
Thu, Dec 04, 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, Dec 04, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Join this casual group for singing, learning, and making new friends while strumming a ukulele.
How to Win Scholarships for College or University - with BridgesEDU Scholarships
Thu, Dec 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Clemens Mill - Learning Commons
Learn how to find and win funding for post-secondary education with Christopher Grafos from BridgesEDU Scholarships.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Fri, Dec 05, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Fri, Dec 05, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Sumâq / Sumac / سماق - Behnaz Fatemi
Fri, Dec 05, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 13 - December 7, 2025
Paralèlles: Unseen Feminine Forces
Fri, Dec 05, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 4 - December 21, 2025.
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Fri, Dec 05, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management HE - Waste Collection Cart Display
Fri, Dec 05, All day
Hespeler - Community Desk, HE
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March!
Holiday Evening Open House
Fri, Dec 05, 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Queen's Square
Visit the library to spread some holiday cheer and enjoy the season together.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Sat, Dec 06, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Sat, Dec 06, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Sumâq / Sumac / سماق - Behnaz Fatemi
Sat, Dec 06, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 13 - December 7, 2025
Paralèlles: Unseen Feminine Forces
Sat, Dec 06, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 4 - December 21, 2025.
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Sat, Dec 06, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management HE - Waste Collection Cart Display
Sat, Dec 06, All day
Hespeler - Community Desk, HE
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March!
In Conversation: Behnaz Fatemi
Sat, Dec 06, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Preston - Gallery
Spend time with artist Behnaz Fatemi discussing and handling sumac during a roundtable inside their exhibition.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Sun, Dec 07, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Sun, Dec 07, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Sumâq / Sumac / سماق - Behnaz Fatemi
Sun, Dec 07, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 13 - December 7, 2025
Paralèlles: Unseen Feminine Forces
Sun, Dec 07, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 4 - December 21, 2025.
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Sun, Dec 07, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management HE - Waste Collection Cart Display
Sun, Dec 07, All day
Hespeler - Community Desk, HE
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March!
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Mon, Dec 08, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Mon, Dec 08, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Paralèlles: Unseen Feminine Forces
Mon, Dec 08, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 4 - December 21, 2025.
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Mon, Dec 08, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management HE - Waste Collection Cart Display
Mon, Dec 08, All day
Hespeler - Community Desk, HE
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March!
Community Desk: Kinbridge - Newcomer Outreach Program
Mon, Dec 08, 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.
Knit 'n' Chat Meet-Up
Mon, Dec 08, 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 09, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Tue, Dec 09, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Paralèlles: Unseen Feminine Forces
Tue, Dec 09, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 4 - December 21, 2025.
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Tue, Dec 09, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management HE - Waste Collection Cart Display
Tue, Dec 09, All day
Hespeler - Community Desk, HE
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
Tue, Dec 09, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Galt Chess Club
Tue, Dec 09, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Audiobook Area
Play the world's most popular board game with fellow chess enthusiasts.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Wed, Dec 10, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Wed, Dec 10, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Paralèlles: Unseen Feminine Forces
Wed, Dec 10, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 4 - December 21, 2025.
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Wed, Dec 10, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management HE - Waste Collection Cart Display
Wed, Dec 10, All day
Hespeler - Community Desk, HE
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 10, 9:30am - 5:00pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Hespeler Knitting Circle
Wed, Dec 10, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
SPECTRUM Cambridge Transgender Peer Support Group
Wed, Dec 10, 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, Dec 10, 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, Dec 11, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Thu, Dec 11, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Paralèlles: Unseen Feminine Forces
Thu, Dec 11, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 4 - December 21, 2025.
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Thu, Dec 11, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management HE - Waste Collection Cart Display
Thu, Dec 11, All day
Hespeler - Community Desk, HE
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
Thu, Dec 11, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Silent Book Club
Thu, Dec 11, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Queen's Square - Large Print Area
Read your book silently alongside other silent readers.
Ukulele Meet-Up
Thu, Dec 11, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Join this casual group for singing, learning, and making new friends while strumming a ukulele.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Fri, Dec 12, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Fri, Dec 12, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Paralèlles: Unseen Feminine Forces
Fri, Dec 12, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 4 - December 21, 2025.
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Fri, Dec 12, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management HE - Waste Collection Cart Display
Fri, Dec 12, All day
Hespeler - Community Desk, HE
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March!
Old Post Office Book Club - Ages 18+
Fri, Dec 12, 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.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Sat, Dec 13, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Sat, Dec 13, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Paralèlles: Unseen Feminine Forces
Sat, Dec 13, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 4 - December 21, 2025.
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Sat, Dec 13, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Sun, Dec 14, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Sun, Dec 14, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Paralèlles: Unseen Feminine Forces
Sun, Dec 14, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 4 - December 21, 2025.
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Sun, Dec 14, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Mon, Dec 15, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Mon, Dec 15, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Paralèlles: Unseen Feminine Forces
Mon, Dec 15, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 4 - December 21, 2025.
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Mon, Dec 15, 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 15, All day
Preston - Main Floor
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March!
Community Desk: Kinbridge - Newcomer Outreach Program
Mon, Dec 15, 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.
Knit 'n' Chat Meet-Up
Mon, Dec 15, 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 16, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Tue, Dec 16, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Paralèlles: Unseen Feminine Forces
Tue, Dec 16, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 4 - December 21, 2025.
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Tue, Dec 16, 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 16, All day
Preston - Main Floor
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
Tue, Dec 16, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Galt Chess Club
Tue, Dec 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Audiobook Area
Play the world's most popular board game with fellow chess enthusiasts.
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