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Children working on STEAM projects around a table.

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STEAM Storytime

All Ages
2022-10-26 10:00:00 2022-10-26 10:30:00 America/New_York STEAM Storytime Twinkle, twinkle, little star, how I wonder what you are… Hespeler -

Wednesday, October 26
10:00am - 10:30am

Add to Calendar 2022-10-26 10:00:00 2022-10-26 10:30:00 America/New_York STEAM Storytime Twinkle, twinkle, little star, how I wonder what you are… Hespeler -

Twinkle, twinkle, little star, how I wonder what you are…

Come for songs, rhymes, stories, and fun learning activities that will inspire curious little minds to explore science, technology, engineering, art, math, and more!

Registration begins Monday, October 17 at 10am.

Cost: Free

AGE GROUP: | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | Programs + Workshops |

TAGS: | #preschool |

Hespeler
Phone: 519-658-4412
Hours
Mon, Dec 05 10:00AM to 8:30PM
Tue, Dec 06 10:00AM to 8:30PM
Wed, Dec 07 10:00AM to 8:30PM
Thu, Dec 08 10:00AM to 8:30PM
Fri, Dec 09 10:00AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Dec 10 9:30AM to 5:30PM
Sun, Dec 11 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

Reading Rewards, Contests, Missions, and More
Fri, Dec 09, All day
All Locations
Explore your creativity with your contest submissions and discover new stories with Idea Exchange!
Journey With Our Kin
Fri, Dec 09, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 29, 2022 - February 5, 2023
Old Post Office Book Club
Fri, Dec 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Old Post Office
Welcome to the new Old Post Office Book Club!
Crafty Festive Tales - All Ages
Fri, Dec 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Preston
Cozy storytime by the fireplace.
Hour of Code: Winter Carnival Fast and the Flurrious - Grades 6-8
Fri, Dec 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Livestream
Engineering Science Quest Presents Fast and the Flurrious.
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Reading Rewards, Contests, Missions, and More
Sat, Dec 10, All day
All Locations
Explore your creativity with your contest submissions and discover new stories with Idea Exchange!
Journey With Our Kin
Sat, Dec 10, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 29, 2022 - February 5, 2023
Holiday Crafting - Ages 8-12
Sat, Dec 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Queen's Square
Create unique cards and personalized decorations!
Holiday Photo Experience - All ages
Sat, Dec 10, 1:30pm - 5:00pm
Old Post Office
Drop into the Old Post Office for a fun and festive experience.
Reading Rewards, Contests, Missions, and More
Sun, Dec 11, All day
All Locations
Explore your creativity with your contest submissions and discover new stories with Idea Exchange!
Journey With Our Kin
Sun, Dec 11, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 29, 2022 - February 5, 2023
Reading Rewards, Contests, Missions, and More
Mon, Dec 12, All day
All Locations
Explore your creativity with your contest submissions and discover new stories with Idea Exchange!
Journey With Our Kin
Mon, Dec 12, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 29, 2022 - February 5, 2023
Reading Rewards, Contests, Missions, and More
Tue, Dec 13, All day
All Locations
Explore your creativity with your contest submissions and discover new stories with Idea Exchange!
Journey With Our Kin
Tue, Dec 13, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 29, 2022 - February 5, 2023
Engineering Science Quest STEM Club - Strong Structures - Grades 4-5
Tue, Dec 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Livestream/Slido
Engineering Science Quest from the University of Waterloo Presents STEM Club
Dungeons and Dragons - Ages 14+
Tue, Dec 13, 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Virtual - Zoom 1
Your next big quest starts at Idea Exchange.
Paint Swirl Ornament Making - Ages 5-10
Tue, Dec 13, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Old Post Office
Decoration-making fun in the Discovery Centre.
This event is full
Ukulele Jam Night's Festive Concert - Adults
Tue, Dec 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Queen's Square
A festive concert for all those that love the holidays!
Reading Rewards, Contests, Missions, and More
Wed, Dec 14, All day
All Locations
Explore your creativity with your contest submissions and discover new stories with Idea Exchange!
Journey With Our Kin
Wed, Dec 14, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 29, 2022 - February 5, 2023
Library Settlement Program - ages 18+
Wed, Dec 14, 9:30am - 5:00pm
Queen's Square
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers
Rescheduled
Scientists in School: Colour My World - Ages 6-12
Wed, Dec 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
New date Saturday, January 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual
Virtual STEAM-based colour program for families or classrooms led by a professional scientist.
Retelling Stories Through Printmaking and Community Mapping - Brenda Mabel Reid
Wed, Dec 14, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Queen's Square - Gallery Studio
Learn about counter-mapping and tell your story through printmaking by participating in Brenda Reid’s transforming artwork, “Unstitching Maps, Retelling Stories.”
Holiday Minute to Win It - Ages 8-12
Wed, Dec 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Old Post Office
Celebrate the holidays and have some silly fun!
Festive Family Storytime - All Ages
Wed, Dec 14, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Clemens Mill
This is a great way to kick-start the holiday season!
Reading Rewards, Contests, Missions, and More
Thu, Dec 15, All day
All Locations
Explore your creativity with your contest submissions and discover new stories with Idea Exchange!
Journey With Our Kin
Thu, Dec 15, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 29, 2022 - February 5, 2023
Library Settlement Program - ages 18+
Thu, Dec 15, 9:30am - 5:00pm
Queen's Square
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers
Waterloo Region Migration Film Festival: Unspoken Tears - Ages 16+
Thu, Dec 15, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office
This powerful documentary explores the psychological scars of war and highlights the importance of understanding in successfully integrating refugee children into Quebec’s schools.
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Reading Rewards, Contests, Missions, and More
Fri, Dec 16, All day
All Locations
Explore your creativity with your contest submissions and discover new stories with Idea Exchange!
Journey With Our Kin
Fri, Dec 16, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 29, 2022 - February 5, 2023
Preston Book Club
Fri, Dec 16, 10:00am - 11:30am
Preston
Our Preston Book Club meets monthly to discuss a set title, share our thoughts, and learn more about the books we love.
Journey With Our Kin
Sat, Dec 17, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 29, 2022 - February 5, 2023
Been T[here] - Soheila Esfahani
Sat, Dec 17, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 17, 2022 - March 5, 2023
Holiday Photo Experience - All ages
Sat, Dec 17, 1:30pm - 5:00pm
Old Post Office
Drop into the Old Post Office for a fun and festive experience.
Journey With Our Kin
Sun, Dec 18, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 29, 2022 - February 5, 2023
Been T[here] - Soheila Esfahani
Sun, Dec 18, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 17, 2022 - March 5, 2023
KWGO Winter Concert: Let's Dance!
Sun, Dec 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual - Facebook Live
Enjoy a holiday concert with the KWGO at home.
Journey With Our Kin
Mon, Dec 19, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 29, 2022 - February 5, 2023
Been T[here] - Soheila Esfahani
Mon, Dec 19, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 17, 2022 - March 5, 2023
Journey With Our Kin
Tue, Dec 20, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 29, 2022 - February 5, 2023
Been T[here] - Soheila Esfahani
Tue, Dec 20, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 17, 2022 - March 5, 2023
Journey With Our Kin
Wed, Dec 21, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 29, 2022 - February 5, 2023
Been T[here] - Soheila Esfahani
Wed, Dec 21, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 17, 2022 - March 5, 2023
Library Settlement Program - ages 18+
Wed, Dec 21, 9:30am - 5:00pm
Queen's Square
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers
Journey With Our Kin
Thu, Dec 22, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 29, 2022 - February 5, 2023
Been T[here] - Soheila Esfahani
Thu, Dec 22, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 17, 2022 - March 5, 2023
Library Settlement Program - ages 18+
Thu, Dec 22, 9:30am - 5:00pm
Queen's Square
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers
Journey With Our Kin
Fri, Dec 23, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 29, 2022 - February 5, 2023
Been T[here] - Soheila Esfahani
Fri, Dec 23, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 17, 2022 - March 5, 2023
Christmas Closure
Sat, Dec 24, All day
All Locations
All Idea Exchange locations will be closed: Saturday, December 24, Sunday, December 25, Monday, December 26, and Tuesday, December 27.
Christmas Closure
Sun, Dec 25, All day
All Locations
All Idea Exchange locations will be closed: Saturday, December 24, Sunday, December 25, Monday, December 26, and Tuesday, December 27.
Christmas Closure
Mon, Dec 26, All day
All Locations
All Idea Exchange locations will be closed: Saturday, December 24, Sunday, December 25, Monday, December 26, and Tuesday, December 27.
Christmas Closure
Tue, Dec 27, All day
All Locations
All Idea Exchange locations will be closed: Saturday, December 24, Sunday, December 25, Monday, December 26, and Tuesday, December 27.
Journey With Our Kin
Wed, Dec 28, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 29, 2022 - February 5, 2023
Been T[here] - Soheila Esfahani
Wed, Dec 28, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 17, 2022 - March 5, 2023
Library Settlement Program - ages 18+
Wed, Dec 28, 9:30am - 5:00pm
Queen's Square
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers
Winter Carnival - All Ages
Wed, Dec 28, 10:00am - 8:00pm
All Locations
Explore activities like crafts, scavenger hunts, carnival games, and more!
LEGO Stop Motion Animation - Ages 6-12
Wed, Dec 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Old Post Office
Young filmmakers will get hands-on experience during this educational and creative program.
Journey With Our Kin
Thu, Dec 29, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 29, 2022 - February 5, 2023
Been T[here] - Soheila Esfahani
Thu, Dec 29, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 17, 2022 - March 5, 2023
Library Settlement Program - ages 18+
Thu, Dec 29, 9:30am - 5:00pm
Queen's Square
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers
Winter Carnival - All Ages
Thu, Dec 29, 10:00am - 8:00pm
All Locations
Explore activities like crafts, scavenger hunts, carnival games, and more!
Mario Kart Tournament - Ages 12-16
Thu, Dec 29, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Old Post Office
Ready, set, go! Come for an evening of competitive gaming.
Journey With Our Kin
Fri, Dec 30, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 29, 2022 - February 5, 2023
Been T[here] - Soheila Esfahani
Fri, Dec 30, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 17, 2022 - March 5, 2023
Winter Carnival - All Ages
Fri, Dec 30, 10:00am - 5:00pm
All Locations
Explore activities like crafts, scavenger hunts, carnival games, and more!
Journey With Our Kin
Sat, Dec 31, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 29, 2022 - February 5, 2023
Been T[here] - Soheila Esfahani
Sat, Dec 31, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 17, 2022 - March 5, 2023
New Year's Eve Early Closure
Sat, Dec 31, All day
All Locations
All Idea Exchange locations close at 4:30 pm on Saturday, December 31 for New Year's Eve and remain closed on Sunday, January 1 and Monday January 2 for the New Year's holiday.
Winter Carnival - All Ages
Sat, Dec 31, 10:00am - 4:00pm
All Locations
Explore activities like crafts, scavenger hunts, carnival games, and more!
New Year's Closure
Sun, Jan 01, All day
Multiple Locations
All Idea Exchange locations close at 4:30 pm on Saturday, December 31 for New Year's Eve and remain closed on Sunday, January 1 and Monday January 2 for the New Year's holiday.
Journey With Our Kin
Mon, Jan 02, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 29, 2022 - February 5, 2023
New Year's Closure
Mon, Jan 02, All day
Multiple Locations
All Idea Exchange locations close at 4:30 pm on Saturday, December 31 for New Year's Eve and remain closed on Sunday, January 1 and Monday January 2 for the New Year's holiday.
Journey With Our Kin
Tue, Jan 03, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 29, 2022 - February 5, 2023
Winter Carnival - All Ages
Tue, Jan 03, 10:00am - 8:00pm
All Locations
Explore activities like crafts, scavenger hunts, carnival games, and more!
Journey With Our Kin
Wed, Jan 04, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 29, 2022 - February 5, 2023
Been T[here] - Soheila Esfahani
Wed, Jan 04, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 17, 2022 - March 5, 2023
Library Settlement Program - ages 18+
Wed, Jan 04, 9:30am - 5:00pm
Queen's Square
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers
Winter Carnival - All Ages
Wed, Jan 04, 10:00am - 8:00pm
All Locations
Explore activities like crafts, scavenger hunts, carnival games, and more!
Journey With Our Kin
Thu, Jan 05, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 29, 2022 - February 5, 2023
Been T[here] - Soheila Esfahani
Thu, Jan 05, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 17, 2022 - March 5, 2023
Library Settlement Program - ages 18+
Thu, Jan 05, 9:30am - 5:00pm
Queen's Square
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers
Winter Carnival - All Ages
Thu, Jan 05, 10:00am - 8:00pm
All Locations
Explore activities like crafts, scavenger hunts, carnival games, and more!
Journey With Our Kin
Fri, Jan 06, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 29, 2022 - February 5, 2023
Been T[here] - Soheila Esfahani
Fri, Jan 06, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 17, 2022 - March 5, 2023
Winter Carnival - All Ages
Fri, Jan 06, 10:00am - 5:00pm
All Locations
Explore activities like crafts, scavenger hunts, carnival games, and more!
Journey With Our Kin
Sat, Jan 07, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 29, 2022 - February 5, 2023
Been T[here] - Soheila Esfahani
Sat, Jan 07, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 17, 2022 - March 5, 2023
Fibre Arts: Intro to Garments Sewing - Adults
Sat, Jan 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Old Post Office
For the love of knitting, crochet, sewing, mending, and all fibre arts.
Journey With Our Kin
Sun, Jan 08, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
October 29, 2022 - February 5, 2023
Been T[here] - Soheila Esfahani
Sun, Jan 08, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 17, 2022 - March 5, 2023
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