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Explore on the Floor

All Ages
2023-04-25 10:30:00 2023-04-25 11:30:00 America/New_York Explore on the Floor Let's play! Hespeler -

Tuesday, April 25
10:30am - 11:30am

Add to Calendar 2023-04-25 10:30:00 2023-04-25 11:30:00 America/New_York Explore on the Floor Let's play! Hespeler -

Let's play!

Let your little one play, discover, and explore in a variety of fun-filled, hands-on learning activity centers.

This program is drop-in.

Cost: Free

AGE GROUP: | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | Programs + Workshops |

TAGS: | #schoolaged | #preschool | #baby |

Hespeler
Phone: 519-658-4412
Hours
Mon, Oct 28 10:00AM to 8:30PM
Tue, Oct 29 10:00AM to 8:30PM
Wed, Oct 30 10:00AM to 8:30PM
Thu, Oct 31 10:00AM to 8:30PM
Fri, Nov 01 10:00AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Nov 02 9:30AM to 5:30PM
Sun, Nov 03 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.

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Upcoming events

Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Wed, Oct 30, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Wed, Oct 30, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Wed, Oct 30, All day
Queen's Square
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Halloween Pumpkin Pop-Up Display - Greg Latimer
Wed, Oct 30, All day
Queen's Sqaure
October 21 - November 1, 2024
Stitching Science - Lauren Wright Vartanian
Wed, Oct 30, All day
Old Post Office
October 22, 2024 - March 30, 2025
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Wed, Oct 30, 9:30am - 10:00am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Sensory Tales - All Ages
Wed, Oct 30, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
All the senses are celebrated in this inclusive sensory experience.
This event is full
Hespeler Knitting Circle
Wed, Oct 30, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Wed, Oct 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Baby Connections - Birth - 12 Months
Wed, Oct 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Get ready for some circle time fun!
Registration is now closed
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Wed, Oct 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Department
Let's Play!
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Wed, Oct 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Let's Play!
YEAH! Newcomer Youth Group - Ages 13 - 18
Wed, Oct 30, 3:15pm - 5:15pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
A place to meet new people, make new connections, and play games, activities, and sports.
Maker Madness - Ages 6 - 12
Wed, Oct 30, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Enjoy this fun crafternoon with us while we make... anything!
Afternoon Craft Club - Ages 5 - 12
Wed, Oct 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Enjoy games, activities, crafts, and yummy snacks.
Art Lab - Ages 8 - 12
Wed, Oct 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Imagine, explore, and discover! Complete one registration for each person attending the program.
Teen Makers to Market - Ages 13 - 18
Wed, Oct 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Attention Cambridge teen artists and makers! In this program, learn about turning your creative talents into a business that will prepare you to be a craft market vendor.
Registration is now closed
Silent Movie Screening - Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror - Ages 13+
Wed, Oct 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Enjoy 1922's Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror, the original vampire movie, brought to life with the haunting live musical accompaniment of the VOC Silent Film Harmonic.
Practice Your English - Ages 16+
Wed, Oct 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, Oct 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.
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Thu, Oct 31, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Thu, Oct 31, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Thu, Oct 31, All day
Queen's Square
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Halloween Pumpkin Pop-Up Display - Greg Latimer
Thu, Oct 31, All day
Queen's Sqaure
October 21 - November 1, 2024
Stitching Science - Lauren Wright Vartanian
Thu, Oct 31, All day
Old Post Office
October 22, 2024 - March 30, 2025
Community Desk: Welcome YMCA Immigrant Services - Library Settlement Program at Queen's Square
Thu, Oct 31, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Old Post Office - Community Desk, QS
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Thu, Oct 31, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
The Imagination Station - Ages 2 - 5
Thu, Oct 31, 10:00am - 11:00am
Clemens Mill - Children's Department
Let your imagination run wild!
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Thu, Oct 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Thu, Oct 31, 10:30am - 11:30am
Preston - Children's Department
Let's Play!
Homeschool Makers - Ages 5 - 10
Thu, Oct 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
An interactive opportunity to explore a wide range of maker equipment.
This event is full
Bloxels Builders - Ages 5 - 10
Thu, Oct 31, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Learn to build a video game using Bloxels!
Registration is now closed
Preschool Picassos - All Ages
Thu, Oct 31, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Draw out your child's inner Picasso with amazing art projects.
Registration is now closed
Practice Your English - Ages 16+
Thu, Oct 31, 3:45pm - 5:00pm
Virtual - Zoom 3
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Families Under the Rainbow - All Ages
Thu, Oct 31, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
In collaboration with SPECTRUM Waterloo Region's Rainbow Community Space.
SPECTRUM Cambridge Transgender Peer Support Group
Thu, Oct 31, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Join SPECTRUM for a discussion and to meet other local gender-diverse folks.
Ukulele Meet-Up
Thu, Oct 31, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Enjoy singing and smiling while strumming your ukulele with this casual group.
Crafty Kids - All Ages
Thu, Oct 31, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get crafty!
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Fri, Nov 01, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Fri, Nov 01, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Fri, Nov 01, All day
Queen's Square
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Halloween Pumpkin Pop-Up Display - Greg Latimer
Fri, Nov 01, All day
Queen's Sqaure
October 21 - November 1, 2024
Stitching Science - Lauren Wright Vartanian
Fri, Nov 01, All day
Old Post Office
October 22, 2024 - March 30, 2025
Time for Twos and Threes - Ages 2 - 3
Fri, Nov 01, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Bring your tot for some late-morning fun.
This event is full
PD Day Stay and Play - All Ages
Fri, Nov 01, 10:00am - 4:00pm
All Locations
Come and stay and play!
Kindness Rocks - All Ages
Fri, Nov 01, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Sing, dance, and practice self-confidence.
Community Desk: Welcome YMCA Immigrant Services - Library Settlement Program at Hespeler
Fri, Nov 01, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Hespeler - Community Desk, HE
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
Connections 50+ Queen's Square - Art with Nicole
Fri, Nov 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Studio
Connect with other adults while enjoying concerts, crafting, chats, and more.
Baby Connections - Birth - 12 Months
Fri, Nov 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Get ready for some circle time fun!
Registration is now closed
Art Cart: Beading - All Ages
Fri, Nov 01, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Drop in to create a beaded craft
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Fri, Nov 01, 11:15am - 11:45am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Teen Nerf Night - Ages 14 - 18
Fri, Nov 01, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Clemens Mill
An epic Nerf adventure at the library after-hours. Complete a registration for each person attending the program.
This event is full
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Sat, Nov 02, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Sat, Nov 02, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Sat, Nov 02, All day
Queen's Square
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Stitching Science - Lauren Wright Vartanian
Sat, Nov 02, All day
Old Post Office
October 22, 2024 - March 30, 2025
Introduction to 3D Printing - Ages 13+
Sat, Nov 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Explore the different 3D printers available in the Makerspace.
This event is full
Practice Your English - Ages 16+
Sat, Nov 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.
Tim Cook: Good Allies
Sat, Nov 02, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - First Floor, Holds Area
How Canada and the United States fought together to defeat fascism.
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Sun, Nov 03, 12:00am - 10:59pm
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Sun, Nov 03, 12:00am - 10:59pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Sun, Nov 03, 12:00am - 10:59pm
Queen's Square
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Stitching Science - Lauren Wright Vartanian
Sun, Nov 03, 12:00am - 10:59pm
Old Post Office
October 22, 2024 - March 30, 2025
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Mon, Nov 04, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Mon, Nov 04, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Mon, Nov 04, All day
Queen's Square
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Stitching Science - Lauren Wright Vartanian
Mon, Nov 04, All day
Old Post Office
October 22, 2024 - March 30, 2025
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Mon, Nov 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Cancelled
Community Desk: Welcome YMCA Immigrant Services - Library Settlement Program at Clemens Mill
Mon, Nov 04, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Clemens Mill
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Mon, Nov 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Let's Play!
Music n' Motion - All Ages
Mon, Nov 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
A high-energy dance party where we will move our bodies and create musical-themed crafts.
Shake, Rattle, and Read - Ages 10 - 24 months
Mon, Nov 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Come shake, rattle, and read with us!
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Mon, Nov 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Department
Let's Play!
Community Desk: Welcome Kinbridge! - Newcomer Employment Workshop
Mon, Nov 04, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
New venue Old Post Office - Reading Room
Are you a newcomer trying to get ready for the Canadian workforce? Kinbridge is here to help.
Reading Buddies - Ages 5 - 10
Mon, Nov 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy.
This event is full
Craft Stop - Ages 5 - 10
Mon, Nov 04, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Department
Make a different craft each week.
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Tue, Nov 05, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Tue, Nov 05, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Tue, Nov 05, All day
Queen's Square
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Stitching Science - Lauren Wright Vartanian
Tue, Nov 05, All day
Old Post Office
October 22, 2024 - March 30, 2025
Cancelled
Community Desk: Welcome YMCA Immigrant Services - Library Settlement Program at Queen's Square
Tue, Nov 05, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Old Post Office
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
Kindergarten Connections - Ages 3 - 5
Tue, Nov 05, 10:00am - 10:45am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get ready for Kindergarten!
Registration is now closed
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Tue, Nov 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Art Cart
Tue, Nov 05, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Drop in to create a unique craft!
Computers For Beginners
Tue, Nov 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Boardroom
Get started using a computer in this fun hands-on class geared towards beginners.
Preschool Picassos - All Ages
Tue, Nov 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Draw out your child's inner Picasso with amazing art projects.
Registration is now closed
STEAM Storytime - All Ages
Tue, Nov 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Twinkle, twinkle, little star, how I wonder what you are…
Baby Connections - Birth - 12 Months
Tue, Nov 05, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get ready for some circle time fun!
Registration is now closed
Kindergarten Connections - Ages 3 - 5
Tue, Nov 05, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Get ready for Kindergarten!
Registration is now closed
Art Through the Ages - Ages 5 - 12
Tue, Nov 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Explore history from the 1920s-2020s through music, fashion, toys, and more.
Reading Buddies - Ages 5 - 10
Tue, Nov 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy.
This event is full
Paws for Reading - Ages 5 - 12
Tue, Nov 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Join our furry four-legged friends from Lions Club dog guides for the ultimate reading practice program.
NFB Movie Screening: A Return to Memory (2024)
Tue, Nov 05, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
View an award-winning cinematic feature film presented by the NFB.
Recycle It! - Ages 5 - 10
Tue, Nov 05, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Discover the art of upcycling while turning your trash into treasure.
Galt Chess Club
Tue, Nov 05, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - YA Area
Fall adult drop-in chess club.
Learn Morse Code with Cambridge Amateur Radio - Ages 13+
Tue, Nov 05, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Learn this well-known code used in amateur radio, aviation, and the military.
Registration is now closed
Ukulele Meet-Up
Tue, Nov 05, 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 - Ages 16+
Tue, Nov 05, 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.
PJ Tales - All Ages
Tue, Nov 05, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Hespeler
Wear your pajamas and bring a stuffie to this evening storytime for families.
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Wed, Nov 06, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Wed, Nov 06, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Wed, Nov 06, All day
Queen's Square
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Stitching Science - Lauren Wright Vartanian
Wed, Nov 06, All day
Old Post Office
October 22, 2024 - March 30, 2025
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Wed, Nov 06, 9:30am - 10:00am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Sensory Tales - All Ages
Wed, Nov 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
All the senses are celebrated in this inclusive sensory experience.
This event is full
Hespeler Knitting Circle
Wed, Nov 06, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Wed, Nov 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Baby Connections - Birth - 12 Months
Wed, Nov 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Get ready for some circle time fun!
Registration is now closed
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Wed, Nov 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Department
Let's Play!
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Wed, Nov 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Let's Play!
Connections 50+ Hespeler - Generative Artificial Intelligence with Amanda Tkaczyk
Wed, Nov 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Learn about ways that generative AI can be used for creativity, mindfulness, and play.
YEAH! Newcomer Youth Group - Ages 13 - 18
Wed, Nov 06, 3:15pm - 5:15pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
A place to meet new people, make new connections, and play games, activities, and sports.
Maker Madness - Ages 6 - 12
Wed, Nov 06, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Enjoy this fun crafternoon with us while we make... anything!
Afternoon Craft Club - Ages 5 - 12
Wed, Nov 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Enjoy games, activities, crafts, and yummy snacks.
Board Game Café - Ages 16+
Wed, Nov 06, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler - Study Area
From cards to Catan, this is a warm and friendly atmosphere for fans of low-tech table games.
Art Lab - Ages 8 - 12
Wed, Nov 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Imagine, explore, and discover! Complete one registration for each person attending the program.
Teen Makers to Market - Ages 13 - 18
Wed, Nov 06, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Attention Cambridge teen artists and makers! In this program, learn about turning your creative talents into a business that will prepare you to be a craft market vendor.
Registration is now closed
Old Post Office Artists' Drawing Social - Ages 13+
Wed, Nov 06, 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.
Practice Your English - Ages 16+
Wed, Nov 06, 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, Nov 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.
Queen's Square Book Club
Wed, Nov 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Magazine Lounge
Read with us and have great discussions about amazing books.
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Thu, Nov 07, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Thu, Nov 07, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Thu, Nov 07, All day
Queen's Square
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Stitching Science - Lauren Wright Vartanian
Thu, Nov 07, All day
Old Post Office
October 22, 2024 - March 30, 2025
Rescheduled
Community Desk: Welcome YMCA Immigrant Services - Library Settlement Program at Queen's Square
Thu, Nov 07, 9:30am - 4:30pm
New date Thursday, November 07, 10:00am - 4:30pm
Old Post Office
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Thu, Nov 07, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
The Imagination Station - Ages 2 - 5
Thu, Nov 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Clemens Mill - Children's Department
Let your imagination run wild!
Community Desk: Welcome YMCA Immigrant Services - Library Settlement Program at Queen's Square
Thu, Nov 07, 10:00am - 4:30pm
Old Post Office - Reading Room
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Thu, Nov 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Thu, Nov 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Preston - Children's Department
Let's Play!
Homeschool Makers - Ages 5 - 10
Thu, Nov 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
An interactive opportunity to explore a wide range of maker equipment.
This event is full
Bloxels Builders - Ages 5 - 10
Thu, Nov 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Learn to build a video game using Bloxels!
Registration is now closed
Preschool Picassos - All Ages
Thu, Nov 07, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Draw out your child's inner Picasso with amazing art projects.
Registration is now closed
Practice Your English - Ages 16+
Thu, Nov 07, 3:45pm - 5:00pm
Virtual - Zoom 3
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Families Under the Rainbow - All Ages
Thu, Nov 07, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
In collaboration with SPECTRUM Waterloo Region's Rainbow Community Space.
Woolly Wonders: Crochet a Hat with a Pom-Pom
Thu, Nov 07, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Learn to crochet a beanie.
This event is full
Ukulele Meet-Up
Thu, Nov 07, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Enjoy singing and smiling while strumming your ukulele with this casual group.
Crafty Kids - All Ages
Thu, Nov 07, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get crafty!
The Wrens: Trailblazing Women - With Dan Schmalz
Thu, Nov 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - First Floor, Holds Area
Learn how the Wrens helped turn the tide of the Second World War.
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Fri, Nov 08, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Fri, Nov 08, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Fri, Nov 08, All day
Queen's Square
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Stitching Science - Lauren Wright Vartanian
Fri, Nov 08, All day
Old Post Office
October 22, 2024 - March 30, 2025
Old Post Office Book Club - Adults 18+
Fri, Nov 08, 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.
Time for Twos and Threes - Ages 2 - 3
Fri, Nov 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Bring your tot for some late-morning fun.
This event is full
Kindness Rocks - All Ages
Fri, Nov 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Sing, dance, and practice self-confidence.
Community Desk: Welcome YMCA Immigrant Services - Library Settlement Program at Hespeler
Fri, Nov 08, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Hespeler - Community Desk, HE
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
Baby Connections - Birth - 12 Months
Fri, Nov 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Get ready for some circle time fun!
Registration is now closed
Connections 50+ Queen's Square - Hospice 101 with Hospice Waterloo Region
Fri, Nov 08, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Queen's Square - YA Area
Connect with other adults while enjoying concerts, crafting, chats, and more.
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Fri, Nov 08, 11:15am - 11:45am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Community Desk: Welcome WRSPC - Waterloo Region Suicide Prevention Council
Fri, Nov 08, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Clemens Mill - Community Desk, CM
Learn about resources for how you can help yourself, someone else, and coping with suicide loss.
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Sat, Nov 09, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Sat, Nov 09, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Sat, Nov 09, All day
Queen's Square
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Stitching Science - Lauren Wright Vartanian
Sat, Nov 09, All day
Old Post Office
October 22, 2024 - March 30, 2025
Introduction to Laser Cutting
Sat, Nov 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Interested in using a laser cutter but have no idea where to start?
Creativity Kickstart: Paper
Sat, Nov 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Let’s play with paper!
Moccasin Making Workshop - With Haudenosaunee Artisan Susan Hill
Sat, Nov 09, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Ages 16+
This event is full
Brain Connect: Building Confidence and Safety - Welcome Brain Injury Association Waterloo-Wellington
Sat, Nov 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Join the Brain Injury Association Waterloo-Wellington (BIAWW) to learn about their Tech program designed to teach survivors and seniors about technology and online safety.
Practice Your English - Ages 16+
Sat, Nov 09, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Queen's Square - Boardroom
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Sun, Nov 10, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Sun, Nov 10, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Sun, Nov 10, All day
Queen's Square
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Stitching Science - Lauren Wright Vartanian
Sun, Nov 10, All day
Old Post Office
October 22, 2024 - March 30, 2025
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Mon, Nov 11, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Mon, Nov 11, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Stitching Science - Lauren Wright Vartanian
Mon, Nov 11, All day
Old Post Office
October 22, 2024 - March 30, 2025
Time of Remembrance Reception - Lest We Forget
Mon, Nov 11, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Mon, Nov 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Community Desk: Welcome YMCA Immigrant Services - Library Settlement Program at Clemens Mill
Mon, Nov 11, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Clemens Mill - Community Desk, CM
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
Art Cart: Remembrance
Mon, Nov 11, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Create a poppy bookmark.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Mon, Nov 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Let's Play!
Music n' Motion - All Ages
Mon, Nov 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
A high-energy dance party where we will move our bodies and create musical-themed crafts.
Shake, Rattle, and Read - Ages 10 - 24 months
Mon, Nov 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Come shake, rattle, and read with us!
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Mon, Nov 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Department
Let's Play!
Community Desk: Welcome Kinbridge! - Newcomer Employment Workshop
Mon, Nov 11, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
New venue Old Post Office - Reading Room
Are you a newcomer trying to get ready for the Canadian workforce? Kinbridge is here to help.
Reading Buddies - Ages 5 - 10
Mon, Nov 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy.
This event is full
Craft Stop - Ages 5 - 10
Mon, Nov 11, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Department
Make a different craft each week.
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Tue, Nov 12, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Tue, Nov 12, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Stitching Science - Lauren Wright Vartanian
Tue, Nov 12, All day
Old Post Office
October 22, 2024 - March 30, 2025
Rescheduled
Community Desk: Welcome YMCA Immigrant Services - Library Settlement Program at Queen's Square
Tue, Nov 12, 9:30am - 4:30pm
New date Tuesday, November 12, 10:00am - 4:30pm
Old Post Office
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
Kindergarten Connections - Ages 3 - 5
Tue, Nov 12, 10:00am - 10:45am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get ready for Kindergarten!
Registration is now closed
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Tue, Nov 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Community Desk: Welcome YMCA Immigrant Services - Library Settlement Program at Queen's Square
Tue, Nov 12, 10:00am - 4:30pm
Old Post Office - Reading Room
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
Art Cart
Tue, Nov 12, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Drop in to create a unique craft!
Computers For Beginners
Tue, Nov 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Boardroom
Get started using a computer in this fun hands-on class geared towards beginners.
Preschool Picassos - All Ages
Tue, Nov 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Draw out your child's inner Picasso with amazing art projects.
Registration is now closed
STEAM Storytime - All Ages
Tue, Nov 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Twinkle, twinkle, little star, how I wonder what you are…
Age Friendly Cambridge - City of Cambridge Information Session
Tue, Nov 12, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Hespeler - Magazine Lounge
What is Age Friendly and what would an Age Friendly Cambridge look like?
Baby Connections - Birth - 12 Months
Tue, Nov 12, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get ready for some circle time fun!
Registration is now closed
Kindergarten Connections - Ages 3 - 5
Tue, Nov 12, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Get ready for Kindergarten!
Registration is now closed
Art Through the Ages - Ages 5 - 12
Tue, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Explore history from the 1920s-2020s through music, fashion, toys, and more.
Reading Buddies - Ages 5 - 10
Tue, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy.
This event is full
Learn to Knit: Coasters
Tue, Nov 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Get ready for winter. Learn basic knitting stitches while making a coaster.
Recycle It! - Ages 5 - 10
Tue, Nov 12, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Discover the art of upcycling while turning your trash into treasure.
Galt Chess Club
Tue, Nov 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - YA Area
Fall adult drop-in chess club.
Learn Morse Code with Cambridge Amateur Radio - Ages 13+
Tue, Nov 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Learn this well-known code used in amateur radio, aviation, and the military.
Registration is now closed
Ukulele Meet-Up
Tue, Nov 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Enjoy singing and smiling while strumming your ukulele with this casual group.
Employment Skill Building - Your Rights in the Workplace
Tue, Nov 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Review the basics of what rights apply to workers in Ontario. This session is informational and does not constitute legal advice.
Practice Your English - Ages 16+
Tue, Nov 12, 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.
PJ Tales - All Ages
Tue, Nov 12, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Hespeler
Wear your pajamas and bring a stuffie to this evening storytime for families.
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Wed, Nov 13, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Wed, Nov 13, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Stitching Science - Lauren Wright Vartanian
Wed, Nov 13, All day
Old Post Office
October 22, 2024 - March 30, 2025
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Wed, Nov 13, 9:30am - 10:00am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Sensory Tales - All Ages
Wed, Nov 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
All the senses are celebrated in this inclusive sensory experience.
This event is full
Hespeler Knitting Circle
Wed, Nov 13, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Wed, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Baby Connections - Birth - 12 Months
Wed, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Get ready for some circle time fun!
Registration is now closed
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Wed, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Department
Let's Play!
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Wed, Nov 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Let's Play!
YEAH! Newcomer Youth Group - Ages 13 - 18
Wed, Nov 13, 3:15pm - 5:15pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
A place to meet new people, make new connections, and play games, activities, and sports.
Maker Madness - Ages 6 - 12
Wed, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Enjoy this fun crafternoon with us while we make... anything!
Afternoon Craft Club - Ages 5 - 12
Wed, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Enjoy games, activities, crafts, and yummy snacks.
Art Lab - Ages 8 - 12
Wed, Nov 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Imagine, explore, and discover! Complete one registration for each person attending the program.
Teen Makers to Market - Ages 13 - 18
Wed, Nov 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Attention Cambridge teen artists and makers! In this program, learn about turning your creative talents into a business that will prepare you to be a craft market vendor.
Registration is now closed
Practice Your English - Ages 16+
Wed, Nov 13, 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, Nov 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.
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Thu, Nov 14, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Thu, Nov 14, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Stitching Science - Lauren Wright Vartanian
Thu, Nov 14, All day
Old Post Office
October 22, 2024 - March 30, 2025
Rescheduled
Community Desk: Welcome YMCA Immigrant Services - Library Settlement Program at Queen's Square
Thu, Nov 14, 9:30am - 4:30pm
New date Thursday, November 14, 10:00am - 4:30pm
Old Post Office
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Thu, Nov 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
The Imagination Station - Ages 2 - 5
Thu, Nov 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Clemens Mill - Children's Department
Let your imagination run wild!
Community Desk: Welcome YMCA Immigrant Services - Library Settlement Program at Queen's Square
Thu, Nov 14, 10:00am - 4:30pm
Old Post Office - Reading Room
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Thu, Nov 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Thu, Nov 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Preston - Children's Department
Let's Play!
Homeschool Makers - Ages 5 - 10
Thu, Nov 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
An interactive opportunity to explore a wide range of maker equipment.
This event is full
Bloxels Builders - Ages 5 - 10
Thu, Nov 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Learn to build a video game using Bloxels!
Registration is now closed
Preschool Picassos - All Ages
Thu, Nov 14, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Draw out your child's inner Picasso with amazing art projects.
Registration is now closed
Introduction to Cricut Maker - Ages 13+
Thu, Nov 14, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Learn the basics of our Cricut Maker.
Practice Your English - Ages 16+
Thu, Nov 14, 3:45pm - 5:00pm
Virtual - Zoom 3
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Families Under the Rainbow - All Ages
Thu, Nov 14, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
In collaboration with SPECTRUM Waterloo Region's Rainbow Community Space.
SPECTRUM Cambridge Transgender Peer Support Group
Thu, Nov 14, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Join SPECTRUM for a discussion and to meet other local gender-diverse folks.
Queer Craft Circle - Needle Felted Wool Seasonal Decorations with woolwaterneedle
Thu, Nov 14, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
LGBTQ2S+ identifying individuals are invited to explore a different creative project each month in a fun and safe space.
Woolly Wonders: Crochet a Hat with a Pom-Pom
Thu, Nov 14, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Learn to crochet a beanie.
This event is full
Silent Book Club
Thu, Nov 14, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Queen's Square - YA Area
Read your book silently alongside other silent readers.
Ukulele Meet-Up
Thu, Nov 14, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Enjoy singing and smiling while strumming your ukulele with this casual group.
Electronic Music Creation for Kids - Ages 5 - 10
Thu, Nov 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Old Post Office - Creative Studios
Explore a variety of our electronic music devices.
This event is full
Crafty Kids - All Ages
Thu, Nov 14, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get crafty!
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Fri, Nov 15, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Fri, Nov 15, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Stitching Science - Lauren Wright Vartanian
Fri, Nov 15, All day
Old Post Office
October 22, 2024 - March 30, 2025
Time for Twos and Threes - Ages 2 - 3
Fri, Nov 15, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Bring your tot for some late-morning fun.
This event is full
Kindness Rocks - All Ages
Fri, Nov 15, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Sing, dance, and practice self-confidence.
Community Desk: Welcome YMCA Immigrant Services - Library Settlement Program at Hespeler
Fri, Nov 15, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Hespeler - Community Desk, HE
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
Connections 50+ Queen's Square - Art with Nicole
Fri, Nov 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Studio
Connect with other adults while enjoying concerts, crafting, chats, and more.
Baby Connections - Birth - 12 Months
Fri, Nov 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Get ready for some circle time fun!
Registration is now closed
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Fri, Nov 15, 11:15am - 11:45am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Tween Nerf Night - Ages 10 - 14
Fri, Nov 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
New venue Old Post Office
Get your blasters ready… It’s time for Nerf Night at the library! Complete a registration for each person attending the program.
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Sat, Nov 16, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Sat, Nov 16, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Stitching Science - Lauren Wright Vartanian
Sat, Nov 16, All day
Old Post Office
October 22, 2024 - March 30, 2025
Introduction to Large Format Printing - Ages 13+
Sat, Nov 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Old Post Office - Makerspace
Calling all photographers and designers.
Board Game Café - Ages 16+
Sat, Nov 16, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Queen's Square - YA Area
A welcoming and friendly atmosphere to play one or more table games.
Practice Your English - Ages 16+
Sat, Nov 16, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Queen's Square - Boardroom
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Sun, Nov 17, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Sun, Nov 17, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Stitching Science - Lauren Wright Vartanian
Sun, Nov 17, All day
Old Post Office
October 22, 2024 - March 30, 2025
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Mon, Nov 18, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Mon, Nov 18, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Stitching Science - Lauren Wright Vartanian
Mon, Nov 18, All day
Old Post Office
October 22, 2024 - March 30, 2025
Community Desk: Welcome YMCA Immigrant Services - Library Settlement Program at Clemens Mill
Mon, Nov 18, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Clemens Mill - Community Desk, CM
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Mon, Nov 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Let's Play!
Music n' Motion - All Ages
Mon, Nov 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
A high-energy dance party where we will move our bodies and create musical-themed crafts.
Shake, Rattle, and Read - Ages 10 - 24 months
Mon, Nov 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Come shake, rattle, and read with us!
Community Desk: Welcome Kinbridge! - Newcomer Employment Workshop
Mon, Nov 18, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Old Post Office - Community Desk, QS
Are you a newcomer trying to get ready for the Canadian workforce? Kinbridge is here to help.
Craft Stop - Ages 5 - 10
Mon, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Department
Make a different craft each week.
Art and Wellness
Mon, 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.
Bridging Divides - Voices and Visions about Homelessness in Mid-Size Cities
Mon, Nov 18, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room,Reading Room
A documentary screening and panel discussion about perceptions of homelessness in mid-size cities, including Cambridge.
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Tue, Nov 19, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Tue, Nov 19, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Stitching Science - Lauren Wright Vartanian
Tue, Nov 19, All day
Old Post Office
October 22, 2024 - March 30, 2025
Community Desk: Welcome YMCA Immigrant Services - Library Settlement Program at Queen's Square
Tue, Nov 19, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Old Post Office - Community Desk, QS
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Tue, Nov 19, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Art Cart
Tue, Nov 19, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Drop in to create a unique craft!
Computers For Beginners
Tue, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Boardroom
Get started using a computer in this fun hands-on class geared towards beginners.
Preschool Picassos - All Ages
Tue, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Draw out your child's inner Picasso with amazing art projects.
Registration is now closed
STEAM Storytime - All Ages
Tue, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Twinkle, twinkle, little star, how I wonder what you are…
Kindergarten Connections - Ages 3 - 5
Tue, Nov 19, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Get ready for Kindergarten!
Registration is now closed
Art Through the Ages - Ages 5 - 12
Tue, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Explore history from the 1920s-2020s through music, fashion, toys, and more.
Reading Buddies - Ages 5 - 10
Tue, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy.
This event is full
Recycle It! - Ages 5 - 10
Tue, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Discover the art of upcycling while turning your trash into treasure.
Engineering Science Quest - Ages 8 - 12
Tue, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Old Post Office - Creative Studios
STEAM fun with our friends from the University of Waterloo.
This event is full
Galt Chess Club
Tue, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - YA Area
Fall adult drop-in chess club.
Learn Morse Code with Cambridge Amateur Radio - Ages 13+
Tue, Nov 19, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Learn this well-known code used in amateur radio, aviation, and the military.
Registration is now closed
Ukulele Meet-Up
Tue, Nov 19, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Enjoy singing and smiling while strumming your ukulele with this casual group.
Practice Your English - Ages 16+
Tue, Nov 19, 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.
PJ Tales - All Ages
Tue, Nov 19, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Hespeler
Wear your pajamas and bring a stuffie to this evening storytime for families.
Youth Advisory Committee - Ages 14 - 18
Tue, Nov 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Board Room
Teens can join the Youth Advisory Committee (YAC).
UnBook Club
Tue, Nov 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Sazon Mexi/can
With no set book to read, this club is about great conversation and good fun!
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Wed, Nov 20, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Wed, Nov 20, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Stitching Science - Lauren Wright Vartanian
Wed, Nov 20, All day
Old Post Office
October 22, 2024 - March 30, 2025
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Wed, Nov 20, 9:30am - 10:00am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Hespeler Knitting Circle
Wed, Nov 20, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Wed, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Baby Connections - Birth - 12 Months
Wed, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Get ready for some circle time fun!
Registration is now closed
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Wed, Nov 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Let's Play!
Connections 50+ Hespeler - with Wildlife Photographer Paul Gains
Wed, Nov 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
This older adult-focused program features a variety of entertaining activities such as local musicians, guest speakers, art activities, and much more.
YEAH! Newcomer Youth Group - Ages 13 - 18
Wed, Nov 20, 3:15pm - 5:15pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
A place to meet new people, make new connections, and play games, activities, and sports.
Maker Madness - Ages 6 - 12
Wed, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Enjoy this fun crafternoon with us while we make... anything!
Afternoon Craft Club - Ages 5 - 12
Wed, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Enjoy games, activities, crafts, and yummy snacks.
Art Lab - Ages 8 - 12
Wed, Nov 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Imagine, explore, and discover! Complete one registration for each person attending the program.
Teen Makers to Market - Ages 13 - 18
Wed, Nov 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Attention Cambridge teen artists and makers! In this program, learn about turning your creative talents into a business that will prepare you to be a craft market vendor.
Registration is now closed
Old Post Office Artists' Drawing Social - Ages 13+
Wed, Nov 20, 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.
Practice Your English - Ages 16+
Wed, Nov 20, 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, Nov 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.
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Thu, Nov 21, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Thu, Nov 21, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Stitching Science - Lauren Wright Vartanian
Thu, Nov 21, All day
Old Post Office
October 22, 2024 - March 30, 2025
Community Desk: Welcome YMCA Immigrant Services - Library Settlement Program at Queen's Square
Thu, Nov 21, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Old Post Office - Community Desk, QS
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
The Imagination Station - Ages 2 - 5
Thu, Nov 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Clemens Mill - Children's Department
Let your imagination run wild!
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Thu, Nov 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Thu, Nov 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Preston - Children's Department
Let's Play!
Homeschool Makers - Ages 5 - 10
Thu, Nov 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
An interactive opportunity to explore a wide range of maker equipment.
This event is full
Bloxels Builders - Ages 5 - 10
Thu, Nov 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Learn to build a video game using Bloxels!
Registration is now closed
Practice Your English - Ages 16+
Thu, Nov 21, 3:45pm - 5:00pm
Virtual - Zoom 3
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Families Under the Rainbow - All Ages
Thu, Nov 21, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
In collaboration with SPECTRUM Waterloo Region's Rainbow Community Space.
Bad Painting Night
Thu, Nov 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Create a beautifully bad artwork, all fun and no pressure!
Upcycle Your Closet
Thu, Nov 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Old Post Office - Makerspace
Upcycle your clothes using the equipment in the Makerspace.
Ukulele Meet-Up
Thu, Nov 21, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Enjoy singing and smiling while strumming your ukulele with this casual group.
Queer Reading Circle
Thu, Nov 21, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Fall into 2SLGBTQIA+ stories and more this autumn.
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Fri, Nov 22, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Fri, Nov 22, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Stitching Science - Lauren Wright Vartanian
Fri, Nov 22, All day
Old Post Office
October 22, 2024 - March 30, 2025
Preston Book Club - Ages 18+
Fri, Nov 22, 10:00am - 11:30am
Preston - Fireside Area
Love to discuss the nuances of a great book?
Connections 50+ Presents Cambridge Third Age Learning - My life as a Canadian Soldier and a U.N. Peacekeeper
Fri, Nov 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Retired member of the Canadian Armed Forces, Paul McMenemy, shares his stories surrounding his involvement in the Canadian Military.
Kindness Rocks - All Ages
Fri, Nov 22, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Sing, dance, and practice self-confidence.
Community Desk: Welcome YMCA Immigrant Services - Library Settlement Program at Hespeler
Fri, Nov 22, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Hespeler - Community Desk, HE
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
Baby Connections - Birth - 12 Months
Fri, Nov 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Get ready for some circle time fun!
Registration is now closed
Community Desk: Welcome WRSPC - Waterloo Region Suicide Prevention Council
Fri, Nov 22, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Learn about resources for how you can help yourself, someone else, and coping with suicide loss.
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Sat, Nov 23, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Sat, Nov 23, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Stitching Science - Lauren Wright Vartanian
Sat, Nov 23, All day
Old Post Office
October 22, 2024 - March 30, 2025
Introduction to Sewing
Sat, Nov 23, 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
Practice Your English - Ages 16+
Sat, Nov 23, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Queen's Square - Boardroom
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Sun, Nov 24, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Sun, Nov 24, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Stitching Science - Lauren Wright Vartanian
Sun, Nov 24, All day
Old Post Office
October 22, 2024 - March 30, 2025
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Mon, Nov 25, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Mon, Nov 25, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Stitching Science - Lauren Wright Vartanian
Mon, Nov 25, All day
Old Post Office
October 22, 2024 - March 30, 2025
Community Desk: Welcome YMCA Immigrant Services - Library Settlement Program at Clemens Mill
Mon, Nov 25, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Clemens Mill - Community Desk, CM
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
Community Desk: Welcome Kinbridge! - Newcomer Employment Workshop
Mon, Nov 25, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Old Post Office - Community Desk, QS
Are you a newcomer trying to get ready for the Canadian workforce? Kinbridge is here to help.
Intermediate Photography
Mon, Nov 25, 6:30pm - 8:15pm
Queen's Square - Studio
So you know the basics of how to make your SLR-style camera works but would like to learn more?
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Tue, Nov 26, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Tue, Nov 26, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Stitching Science - Lauren Wright Vartanian
Tue, Nov 26, All day
Old Post Office
October 22, 2024 - March 30, 2025
Community Desk: Welcome YMCA Immigrant Services - Library Settlement Program at Queen's Square
Tue, Nov 26, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Old Post Office - Community Desk, QS
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
Art Cart
Tue, Nov 26, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Drop in to create a unique craft!
Computers For Beginners
Tue, Nov 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Boardroom
Get started using a computer in this fun hands-on class geared towards beginners.
Galt Chess Club
Tue, Nov 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - YA Area
Fall adult drop-in chess club.
Ukulele Meet-Up
Tue, Nov 26, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Enjoy singing and smiling while strumming your ukulele with this casual group.
Employment Skill Building - Making Disclosures
Tue, Nov 26, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Learn strategies for disclosing information and asking for disability accommodations.
Practice Your English - Ages 16+
Tue, Nov 26, 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.
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Wed, Nov 27, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Wed, Nov 27, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Stitching Science - Lauren Wright Vartanian
Wed, Nov 27, All day
Old Post Office
October 22, 2024 - March 30, 2025
Hespeler Knitting Circle
Wed, Nov 27, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
YEAH! Newcomer Youth Group - Ages 13 - 18
Wed, Nov 27, 3:15pm - 5:15pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
A place to meet new people, make new connections, and play games, activities, and sports.
Practice Your English - Ages 16+
Wed, Nov 27, 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, Nov 27, 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.
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Thu, Nov 28, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Thu, Nov 28, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Stitching Science - Lauren Wright Vartanian
Thu, Nov 28, All day
Old Post Office
October 22, 2024 - March 30, 2025
Community Desk: Welcome YMCA Immigrant Services - Library Settlement Program at Queen's Square
Thu, Nov 28, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Old Post Office - Community Desk, QS
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
SPECTRUM Cambridge Transgender Peer Support Group
Thu, Nov 28, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Join SPECTRUM for a discussion and to meet other local gender-diverse folks.
Ukulele Meet-Up
Thu, Nov 28, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Enjoy singing and smiling while strumming your ukulele with this casual group.
Staff Professional Development Day Closure - Learning more to help our community.
Fri, Nov 29, All day
All Locations
All Cambridge Public Library locations will be closed on Friday, November 29 for our Staff Professional Development Day.
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