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Kindergarten Connection

Ages 3 - 5
2023-04-25 10:00:00 2023-04-25 11:00:00 America/New_York Kindergarten Connection Get ready for Kindergarten! Preston -

Tuesday, April 25
10:00am - 11:00am

Add to Calendar 2023-04-25 10:00:00 2023-04-25 11:00:00 America/New_York Kindergarten Connection Get ready for Kindergarten! Preston -

Get ready for Kindergarten!

Children will learn fundamental skills while having fun and meeting new friends.

Materials are made for each child registered. If you are registering for this program, you are expected to attend all scheduled sessions.

Registration begins on Monday, April 3 at 10:00 am.

Cost: Free

AGE GROUP: | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | Programs + Workshops |

TAGS: | #preschool | #Kindergarten |

Preston
Phone: 519-653-3632
Hours
Mon, Jun 05 10:00AM to 8:30PM
Tue, Jun 06 10:00AM to 8:30PM
Wed, Jun 07 10:00AM to 8:30PM
Thu, Jun 08 10:00AM to 8:30PM
Fri, Jun 09 10:00AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Jun 10 9:30AM to 5:30PM
Sun, Jun 11 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

The Preston location is a public library and art gallery. This location is home to the Preston Community Garden, Seed Library and Tool Library.

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

The Mom Project - Mark Crofton Bell
Wed, Jun 07, All day
Preston - Gallery
March 25 - June 17, 2023
Wanderings and Traces (Preston) - Amanda McCavour
Wed, Jun 07, All day
Preston - Main Floor
May 29 to September 24, 2023
Wanderings and Traces (Hespeler) - Amanda McCavour
Wed, Jun 07, All day
Hespeler
May 1 to September 24, 2023
Library Settlement Program - Ages 18+
Wed, Jun 07, 9:00am - 4:30pm
Clemens Mill
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers
How to Use Your Smartphone
Wed, Jun 07, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square
Staff-led tutorial on how to use your smartphone.
Registration is now closed
Board Game Café - Ages 16+
Wed, Jun 07, 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Hespeler
From cards to Catan, this is a warm and friendly atmosphere for fans of low-tech table games.
The Mom Project - Mark Crofton Bell
Thu, Jun 08, All day
Preston - Gallery
March 25 - June 17, 2023
Wanderings and Traces (Preston) - Amanda McCavour
Thu, Jun 08, All day
Preston - Main Floor
May 29 to September 24, 2023
Wanderings and Traces (Hespeler) - Amanda McCavour
Thu, Jun 08, All day
Hespeler
May 1 to September 24, 2023
Social Insurance Number Clinic
Thu, Jun 08, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Clemens Mill
A Client Service Specialist from Service Canada will be onsite to provide support and resources to the public.
CTAL: Touching Sound; The Potential of Music Therapy - with Amy Di Nino
Thu, Jun 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Cedar Hill United Church
We all know that music and mood are connected, but can playing an instrument contribute to our sense of well-being?
Register
Library Settlement Program - Ages 18+
Thu, Jun 08, 11:00am - 6:30pm
Queen's Square
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers
Idea Exchange at the Preston Towne Market - All Ages
Thu, Jun 08, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Preston
Play outside with Idea Exchange at the Preston Towne Market.
Practice Your English: Online! - Ages 16+
Thu, Jun 08, 3:45pm - 5:00pm
Virtual - Zoom 3
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Registration is now closed
Queer Literary and Social Circle
Thu, Jun 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Clemens Mill
An evening of conversation exploring 2SLGBTQ+ literature through the lens of our queerness.
The Mom Project - Mark Crofton Bell
Fri, Jun 09, All day
Preston - Gallery
March 25 - June 17, 2023
Wanderings and Traces (Preston) - Amanda McCavour
Fri, Jun 09, All day
Preston - Main Floor
May 29 to September 24, 2023
Wanderings and Traces (Hespeler) - Amanda McCavour
Fri, Jun 09, All day
Hespeler
May 1 to September 24, 2023
Library Settlement Program - Ages 18+
Fri, Jun 09, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Queen's Square
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers
Old Post Office Book Club
Fri, Jun 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Old Post Office
Meet monthly to discuss a pre-selected title, share thoughts, and learn more about the books we love.
Career and Job Support
Fri, Jun 09, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Clemens Mill
Staff from John Howard Society's Cambridge Career Connections will be onsite to provide support and resources to job seekers.
Idea Exchange at the Hespeler Village Market - All Ages
Fri, Jun 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hespeler
Play outside with Idea Exchange at the Hespeler Village Market.
Pride Nerf Night - Ages 18+
Fri, Jun 09, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Clemens Mill
An after-hours evening of Nerf and music to celebrate Pride Month.
This event is full
The Mom Project - Mark Crofton Bell
Sat, Jun 10, All day
Preston - Gallery
March 25 - June 17, 2023
Wanderings and Traces (Preston) - Amanda McCavour
Sat, Jun 10, All day
Preston - Main Floor
May 29 to September 24, 2023
Wanderings and Traces (Hespeler) - Amanda McCavour
Sat, Jun 10, All day
Hespeler
May 1 to September 24, 2023
Practice Your English - Ages 16+
Sat, Jun 10, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Queen's Square
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
The Mom Project - Mark Crofton Bell
Mon, Jun 12, All day
Preston - Gallery
March 25 - June 17, 2023
Wanderings and Traces (Preston) - Amanda McCavour
Mon, Jun 12, All day
Preston - Main Floor
May 29 to September 24, 2023
Wanderings and Traces (Hespeler) - Amanda McCavour
Mon, Jun 12, All day
Hespeler
May 1 to September 24, 2023
Library Settlement Program - Ages 18+
Mon, Jun 12, 9:00am - 4:30pm
Clemens Mill
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers
Art With Nicole: Collage
Mon, Jun 12, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Drop in to create a unique collage.
The Mom Project - Mark Crofton Bell
Tue, Jun 13, All day
Preston - Gallery
March 25 - June 17, 2023
Wanderings and Traces (Preston) - Amanda McCavour
Tue, Jun 13, All day
Preston - Main Floor
May 29 to September 24, 2023
Wanderings and Traces (Hespeler) - Amanda McCavour
Tue, Jun 13, All day
Hespeler
May 1 to September 24, 2023
Library Settlement Program - Ages 18+
Tue, Jun 13, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Queen's Square
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers
Craving Change - How-to Workshop for Changing Your Relationship with Food
Tue, Jun 13, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Explore your relationship with food for a healthier future.
Register
Cricut Crash Course
Tue, Jun 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hespeler
Learn how to use the Cricut Maker.
This event is full
Seniors Month Workshop - Elder Abuse Awareness
Tue, Jun 13, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Preston
Stop Abuse - Restore Respect
Ukulele Meet-Up
Tue, Jun 13, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square
Enjoy singing and smiling while strumming your ukulele with this casual group.
Practice Your English - Ages 16+
Tue, Jun 13, 6:45pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
The Mom Project - Mark Crofton Bell
Wed, Jun 14, All day
Preston - Gallery
March 25 - June 17, 2023
Wanderings and Traces (Preston) - Amanda McCavour
Wed, Jun 14, All day
Preston - Main Floor
May 29 to September 24, 2023
Wanderings and Traces (Hespeler) - Amanda McCavour
Wed, Jun 14, All day
Hespeler
May 1 to September 24, 2023
Library Settlement Program - Ages 18+
Wed, Jun 14, 9:00am - 4:30pm
Clemens Mill
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers
Art With Nicole: Beading
Wed, Jun 14, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Hespeler
Drop in to make a bead creation.
The Mom Project - Mark Crofton Bell
Thu, Jun 15, All day
Preston - Gallery
March 25 - June 17, 2023
Wanderings and Traces (Preston) - Amanda McCavour
Thu, Jun 15, All day
Preston - Main Floor
May 29 to September 24, 2023
Wanderings and Traces (Hespeler) - Amanda McCavour
Thu, Jun 15, All day
Hespeler
May 1 to September 24, 2023
Library Settlement Program - Ages 18+
Thu, Jun 15, 11:00am - 6:30pm
Queen's Square
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers
Idea Exchange at the Preston Towne Market - All Ages
Thu, Jun 15, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Preston
Play outside with Idea Exchange at the Preston Towne Market.
Practice Your English: Online! - Ages 16+
Thu, Jun 15, 3:45pm - 5:00pm
Virtual - Zoom 3
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Queer Craft Circle - Wet Felting Wool
Thu, Jun 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Gallery Studio
LGBTQ2S+-identifying individuals are invited to explore a different creative project each month in a fun and safe space.
Drag Dolls! - Ages 13 - 18
Thu, Jun 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Clemens Mill
Get into Pride as we give toy dolls fantastic drag makeovers!
Video Gaming Night - Ages 18+
Thu, Jun 15, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office
A fun night of gaming and socializing in the Creative Studios Theatre.
Learn to Love Your Body! With Fran Garton - Ages 18+
Thu, Jun 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Preston - Gallery
Diet culture is everywhere and it’s affecting our youth.
The Mom Project - Mark Crofton Bell
Fri, Jun 16, All day
Preston - Gallery
March 25 - June 17, 2023
Wanderings and Traces (Preston) - Amanda McCavour
Fri, Jun 16, All day
Preston - Main Floor
May 29 to September 24, 2023
Wanderings and Traces (Hespeler) - Amanda McCavour
Fri, Jun 16, All day
Hespeler
May 1 to September 24, 2023
Library Settlement Program - Ages 18+
Fri, Jun 16, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Queen's Square
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers
Career and Job Support
Fri, Jun 16, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Hespeler
Staff from John Howard Society's Cambridge Career Connections will be onsite to provide support and resources to job seekers.
Idea Exchange at the Hespeler Village Market - All Ages
Fri, Jun 16, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hespeler
Play outside with Idea Exchange at the Hespeler Village Market.
The Mom Project - Mark Crofton Bell
Sat, Jun 17, All day
Preston - Gallery
March 25 - June 17, 2023
Wanderings and Traces (Preston) - Amanda McCavour
Sat, Jun 17, All day
Preston - Main Floor
May 29 to September 24, 2023
Wanderings and Traces (Hespeler) - Amanda McCavour
Sat, Jun 17, All day
Hespeler
May 1 to September 24, 2023
Dungeons and Dragons with DM Doug - Ages 14+
Sat, Jun 17, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Hespeler
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
Creative Cards: Father's Day
Sat, Jun 17, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Create a personalized Father's Day card.
Practice Your English - Ages 16+
Sat, Jun 17, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Queen's Square
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
DIY Book Earrings
Sat, Jun 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Preston
Craft your own pair of paper book earrings.
Wanderings and Traces (Preston) - Amanda McCavour
Mon, Jun 19, All day
Preston - Main Floor
May 29 to September 24, 2023
Wanderings and Traces (Hespeler) - Amanda McCavour
Mon, Jun 19, All day
Hespeler
May 1 to September 24, 2023
Library Settlement Program - Ages 18+
Mon, Jun 19, 9:00am - 4:30pm
Clemens Mill
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers
Art with Nicole: Binoculars
Mon, Jun 19, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Drop in to make a pair of binoculars and use them to participate in a scavenger hunt.
Wanderings and Traces (Preston) - Amanda McCavour
Tue, Jun 20, All day
Preston - Main Floor
May 29 to September 24, 2023
Wanderings and Traces (Hespeler) - Amanda McCavour
Tue, Jun 20, All day
Hespeler
May 1 to September 24, 2023
Craving Change - How-to Workshop for Changing Your Relationship with Food
Tue, Jun 20, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Explore your relationship with food for a healthier future.
Register
Cricut Crash Course
Tue, Jun 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hespeler
Learn how to use the Cricut Maker.
This event is full
Journée mondiale du réfugié - Projection du documentaire Je pleure dans ma tête
Tue, Jun 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Participez à la projection gratuite de Je pleure dans ma tête (Les traumas par les mots) suivie de conversations pour déballer nos perceptions.
World Refugee Day - Unspoken Tears Film Screening
Tue, Jun 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Reading Room
This powerful documentary explores the psychological scars of war and highlights the importance of understanding in successfully integrating refugee children into Quebec’s schools.
Ukulele Meet-Up
Tue, Jun 20, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square
Enjoy singing and smiling while strumming your ukulele with this casual group.
Wanderings and Traces (Preston) - Amanda McCavour
Wed, Jun 21, All day
Preston - Main Floor
May 29 to September 24, 2023
Wanderings and Traces (Hespeler) - Amanda McCavour
Wed, Jun 21, All day
Hespeler
May 1 to September 24, 2023
Queer Craft Circle - Wet Felting Wool
Wed, Jun 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
To celebrate Pride Month we are bringing Queer Craft Circle to Clemens Mill!
Pre-Production Planning for Film
Wed, Jun 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Learn the ins and outs to get your film production project certified as Canadian Content.
Wanderings and Traces (Preston) - Amanda McCavour
Thu, Jun 22, All day
Preston - Main Floor
May 29 to September 24, 2023
Wanderings and Traces (Hespeler) - Amanda McCavour
Thu, Jun 22, All day
Hespeler
May 1 to September 24, 2023
Social Insurance Number Clinic
Thu, Jun 22, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Clemens Mill
A Client Service Specialist from Service Canada will be onsite to provide support and resources to the public.
Idea Exchange at the Preston Towne Market - All Ages
Thu, Jun 22, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Preston
Play outside with Idea Exchange at the Preston Towne Market.
Author Evening with Margaret DeRosia - Pride Month Wrap Event
Thu, Jun 22, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Clemens Mill
Wrap up Pride Month with Margaret DeRosia's debut author event.
Queer and Ally Artmaking
Thu, Jun 22, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Gallery Studio
Come out to create crafts in an inclusive and welcoming environment.
Fairy-Lit Bottles
Thu, Jun 22, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Light up your summer nights with this unique painting experience!
Wanderings and Traces (Preston) - Amanda McCavour
Fri, Jun 23, All day
Preston - Main Floor
May 29 to September 24, 2023
Wanderings and Traces (Hespeler) - Amanda McCavour
Fri, Jun 23, All day
Hespeler
May 1 to September 24, 2023
Wanderings and Traces - Amanda McCavour
Fri, Jun 23, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 23 to September 10, 2023
Library Settlement Program - Ages 18+
Fri, Jun 23, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Queen's Square
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers
Career and Job Support
Fri, Jun 23, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Preston
Staff from John Howard Society's Cambridge Career Connections will be onsite to provide support and resources to job seekers.
Idea Exchange at the Hespeler Village Market - All Ages
Fri, Jun 23, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hespeler
Play outside with Idea Exchange at the Hespeler Village Market.
Opening Reception + Meet the Artist - Amanda McCavour
Fri, Jun 23, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Queen's Square - Gallery
Join us to celebrate the opening of Amanda McCavour: Wanderings and Traces.
Wanderings and Traces (Preston) - Amanda McCavour
Sat, Jun 24, All day
Preston - Main Floor
May 29 to September 24, 2023
Wanderings and Traces (Hespeler) - Amanda McCavour
Sat, Jun 24, All day
Hespeler
May 1 to September 24, 2023
Wanderings and Traces - Amanda McCavour
Sat, Jun 24, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 23 to September 10, 2023
History and Stroll Book Club
Sat, Jun 24, 10:00am - 11:30am
Queen's Square
A book club focused on the history of Cambridge and a historical fiction novel.
Celebrate 100 Years - of the Hespeler Carnegie Library Building
Sat, Jun 24, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Hespeler
We're celebrating 100 years in Hespeler.
Introduction to Laser Cutting
Sat, Jun 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Old Post Office - Makerspace
Interested in using a laser cutter but have no idea where to start?
Practice Your English - Ages 16+
Sat, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Queen's Square
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Wanderings and Traces (Preston) - Amanda McCavour
Mon, Jun 26, All day
Preston - Main Floor
May 29 to September 24, 2023
Wanderings and Traces (Hespeler) - Amanda McCavour
Mon, Jun 26, All day
Hespeler
May 1 to September 24, 2023
Wanderings and Traces - Amanda McCavour
Mon, Jun 26, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 23 to September 10, 2023
Library Settlement Program - Ages 18+
Mon, Jun 26, 9:00am - 4:30pm
Clemens Mill
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers
Wanderings and Traces (Preston) - Amanda McCavour
Tue, Jun 27, All day
Preston - Main Floor
May 29 to September 24, 2023
Wanderings and Traces (Hespeler) - Amanda McCavour
Tue, Jun 27, All day
Hespeler
May 1 to September 24, 2023
Wanderings and Traces - Amanda McCavour
Tue, Jun 27, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 23 to September 10, 2023
Library Settlement Program - Ages 18+
Tue, Jun 27, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Queen's Square
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers
Art Cart: Mobile
Tue, Jun 27, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Inspired by the hanging sculptures of Amanda McCavour, drop in to create your own mobile.
Cricut Crash Course
Tue, Jun 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hespeler
Learn how to use the Cricut Maker.
This event is full
Ukulele Meet-Up
Tue, Jun 27, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square
Enjoy singing and smiling while strumming your ukulele with this casual group.
Wanderings and Traces (Preston) - Amanda McCavour
Wed, Jun 28, All day
Preston - Main Floor
May 29 to September 24, 2023
Wanderings and Traces (Hespeler) - Amanda McCavour
Wed, Jun 28, All day
Hespeler
May 1 to September 24, 2023
Wanderings and Traces - Amanda McCavour
Wed, Jun 28, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 23 to September 10, 2023
Library Settlement Program - Ages 18+
Wed, Jun 28, 9:00am - 4:30pm
Clemens Mill
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers
Composition in Photography
Wed, Jun 28, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Gallery Studio
Learn how to take the best possible photographs no matter what camera you use.
Wanderings and Traces (Preston) - Amanda McCavour
Thu, Jun 29, All day
Preston - Main Floor
May 29 to September 24, 2023
Wanderings and Traces (Hespeler) - Amanda McCavour
Thu, Jun 29, All day
Hespeler
May 1 to September 24, 2023
Wanderings and Traces - Amanda McCavour
Thu, Jun 29, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 23 to September 10, 2023
Library Settlement Program - Ages 18+
Thu, Jun 29, 11:00am - 6:30pm
Queen's Square
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers
DIY Bookmarks
Thu, Jun 29, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Drop in to create your own customized bookmark in anticipation of Summer Reading Club.
Idea Exchange at the Preston Towne Market - All Ages
Thu, Jun 29, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Preston
Play outside with Idea Exchange at the Preston Towne Market.
Wanderings and Traces (Preston) - Amanda McCavour
Fri, Jun 30, All day
Preston - Main Floor
May 29 to September 24, 2023
Wanderings and Traces (Hespeler) - Amanda McCavour
Fri, Jun 30, All day
Hespeler
May 1 to September 24, 2023
Wanderings and Traces - Amanda McCavour
Fri, Jun 30, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 23 to September 10, 2023
Library Settlement Program - Ages 18+
Fri, Jun 30, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Queen's Square
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers
Kick-off to Summer
Fri, Jun 30, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Clemens Mill
Kick off the summer with water games, relay races, beach bowling, and more!
DIY Bookmarks
Fri, Jun 30, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Drop in to create your own customized bookmark in anticipation of Summer Reading Club.
Career and Job Support
Fri, Jun 30, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Queen's Square
Staff from John Howard Society's Cambridge Career Connections will be onsite to provide support and resources to job seekers.
Idea Exchange at the Hespeler Village Market - All Ages
Fri, Jun 30, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hespeler
Play outside with Idea Exchange at the Hespeler Village Market.
Canada Day Closure
Sat, Jul 01, All day
All Locations
All Idea Exchange locations will be closed on Saturday, July 1, 2023 for Canada Day.
Canada Day Closure (Substitute Holiday)
Mon, Jul 03, All day
All Locations
All Idea Exchange locations will be closed on Monday, July 3, 2023 as a substitute holiday for the Canada Day holiday.
Wanderings and Traces (Preston) - Amanda McCavour
Tue, Jul 04, All day
Preston - Main Floor
May 29 to September 24, 2023
Wanderings and Traces (Hespeler) - Amanda McCavour
Tue, Jul 04, All day
Hespeler
May 1 to September 24, 2023
Wanderings and Traces - Amanda McCavour
Tue, Jul 04, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 23 to September 10, 2023
Art Cart: Bookmarks
Tue, Jul 04, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Drop in to create your own customized bookmark in anticipation of Summer Reading Club.
Shake, Rattle, and Read - Ages 10 - 24 months
Tue, Jul 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hespeler
Come shake, rattle, and read with us.
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Tue, Jul 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hespeler
Stretch it out and get your body moving!
Preschool Picassos - All Ages
Tue, Jul 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square
Draw out your child's inner Picasso with amazing art projects.
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Tue, Jul 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clemens Mill
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
STEAM in Flight - Ages 5 - 12
Tue, Jul 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
Preston
It's a bird, it's a plane.... it's science that flies!
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Tue, Jul 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
Clemens Mill
Let's Play!
Awesome Authors - All Ages
Tue, Jul 04, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Queen's Square
Who's your favourite author?
Drop-In Chess Club - All Ages
Tue, Jul 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clemens Mill
Welcome to our summer drop-in chess club.
Cambridge Career Connections
Tue, Jul 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual
Meet Cambridge Career Connections online for workshops on topics related to job searching and career development.
Cricut Crash Course
Tue, Jul 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hespeler
Learn how to use the Cricut Maker.
This event is full
STEAM Storytime - All Ages
Tue, Jul 04, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Preston
Twinkle, twinkle, little star, how I wonder what you are…
When I grow up I want to be a... - Ages 5 - 10
Tue, Jul 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Old Post Office
Do you know what you want to be when you grow up?
Ukulele Meet-Up
Tue, Jul 04, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square
Enjoy singing and smiling while strumming your ukulele with this casual group.
DJ DavidML Workshop - Ages 14 - 18
Tue, Jul 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office
Learn and perform live in this four-week course.
Wanderings and Traces (Preston) - Amanda McCavour
Wed, Jul 05, All day
Preston - Main Floor
May 29 to September 24, 2023
Wanderings and Traces (Hespeler) - Amanda McCavour
Wed, Jul 05, All day
Hespeler
May 1 to September 24, 2023
Wanderings and Traces - Amanda McCavour
Wed, Jul 05, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 23 to September 10, 2023
DIY Bookmarks
Wed, Jul 05, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Old Post Office - Reading Room
Drop in to create your own customized bookmark in anticipation of Summer Reading Club.
Kindergarten Bootcamp - Ages 3 - 5
Wed, Jul 05, 10:00am - 10:45am
Hespeler
Get ready for Kindergarten!
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Wed, Jul 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square
Stretch it out and get your body moving!
Messy STEAM - Ages 5 - 8
Wed, Jul 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clemens Mill
Explore the messy side of STEAM.
Kindness Rocks - All Ages
Wed, Jul 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston
Sing and dance, and practice self-confidence.
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Wed, Jul 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
Queen's Square
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Babytime - Birth - 12 Months
Wed, Jul 05, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Hespeler
Learn new songs and rhymes, share stories, and meet other parents and babies.
Kindergarten Bootcamp - Ages 3 - 5
Wed, Jul 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clemens Mill
Get ready for Kindergarten!
LEGO Club - Ages 6 - 12
Wed, Jul 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Queen's Square
Come and have fun building with LEGO!
Nature's Ninjas with Little Ray's - Ages 3 - 12
Wed, Jul 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Preston
Come meet a ferret, tarantula, and more!
Registration opens Monday, June 26 2023 at 10:00am
Ultimate Makers 2.0 - Ages 9 - 12
Wed, Jul 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Clemens Mill
Take your maker skills to the next level.
Filmmaking Family Drop In - All Ages
Wed, Jul 05, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Old Post Office
Dive into the world of filmmaking with your family this summer for an unforgettable experience!
Family Shorts: Video and Animation Screening - All Ages
Wed, Jul 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office
An exciting and light-hearted way to spend Wednesday nights.
Wanderings and Traces (Preston) - Amanda McCavour
Thu, Jul 06, All day
Preston - Main Floor
May 29 to September 24, 2023
Wanderings and Traces (Hespeler) - Amanda McCavour
Thu, Jul 06, All day
Hespeler
May 1 to September 24, 2023
Wanderings and Traces - Amanda McCavour
Thu, Jul 06, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 23 to September 10, 2023
Art Cart: Rainbows
Thu, Jul 06, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Come by to create a rainbow-inspired craft.
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Thu, Jul 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hespeler
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Art Lab - All Ages
Thu, Jul 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square
Imagine, explore, and discover!
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Thu, Jul 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hespeler
Let's Play!
Babytime - Birth - 12 Months
Thu, Jul 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston
Learn new songs and rhymes, share stories, and meet other parents and babies.
Art Vibe - Ages 8 - 12
Thu, Jul 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
Clemens Mill
Let your creativity run wild!
Make and Take - All Ages
Thu, Jul 06, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Queen's Square
Paper, paint, glitter, GO!
Pokémon Allegiance - Ages 8 - 12
Thu, Jul 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clemens Mill
Pokémon fans unite!
Maker Madness - Ages 8 - 12
Thu, Jul 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hespeler
Try out some new maker technology skills with a different hands-on activity each week!
Idea Exchange at the Preston Towne Market - All Ages
Thu, Jul 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Preston
Play outside with Idea Exchange at the Preston Towne Market.
Boredom Busters - Ages 5 - 10
Thu, Jul 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Clemens Mill
It's time for a mid-week shakeup.
1,2,3,4 Rhythm! - Ages 5 - 10
Thu, Jul 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Old Post Office
Have fun learning about RHYTHM!
Rock Painting
Thu, Jul 06, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Express yourself with rock painting.
Families Under the Rainbow
Thu, Jul 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Queen's Square
We are happy to host Families Under the Rainbow In collaboration with SPECTRUM Waterloo Region's Rainbow Community Space!
Pyjama Tales - All Ages
Thu, Jul 06, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Hespeler
Wear your pyjamas and bring a stuffie for family storytime.
Wanderings and Traces (Preston) - Amanda McCavour
Fri, Jul 07, All day
Preston - Main Floor
May 29 to September 24, 2023
Wanderings and Traces (Hespeler) - Amanda McCavour
Fri, Jul 07, All day
Hespeler
May 1 to September 24, 2023
Wanderings and Traces - Amanda McCavour
Fri, Jul 07, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 23 to September 10, 2023
Art Lab - All Ages
Fri, Jul 07, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hespeler
Imagine, explore, and discover!
Connections 50+ - Ages 50+
Fri, Jul 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square
Connect with other adults while enjoying concerts, crafting, chats, and more.
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Fri, Jul 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Old Post Office
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Kindergarten Bootcamp - Ages 3 - 5
Fri, Jul 07, 11:00am - 11:45am
Preston
Get ready for Kindergarten!
Babytime - Birth - 12 Months
Fri, Jul 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Queen's Square
Learn new songs and rhymes, share stories, and meet other parents and babies.
Kindergarten Bootcamp - Ages 3 - 5
Fri, Jul 07, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Queen's Square
Get ready for Kindergarten!
Idea Exchange at the Hespeler Village Market - All Ages
Fri, Jul 07, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hespeler
Play outside with Idea Exchange at the Hespeler Village Market.
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