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Awesome Authors

All Ages
2023-07-04 14:00:00 2023-07-04 14:30:00 America/New_York Awesome Authors Who's your favourite author? Queen's Square -

Tuesday, July 04
2:00pm - 2:30pm

Add to Calendar 2023-07-04 14:00:00 2023-07-04 14:30:00 America/New_York Awesome Authors Who's your favourite author? Queen's Square -

Who's your favourite author?

We will explore an awesome author each week through stories, songs, and play. Delight in the extraordinary classics like Munsch and Carle and meet some newer exceptional writers like Reynolds and Schertle.

AGE GROUP: | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | Programs + Workshops |

TAGS: | #school-aged | #kids | #authors |

Queen's Square
Phone: 519-621-0460
Hours
Mon, Sep 25 9:30AM to 8:30PM
Tue, Sep 26 9:30AM to 8:30PM
Wed, Sep 27 9:30AM to 8:30PM
Thu, Sep 28 9:30AM to 8:30PM
Fri, Sep 29 9:30AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Sep 30 9:30AM to 5:30PM
Sun, Oct 01 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

The Queen's Square location is a public library and art gallery. This location features a grand piano for music performances, multiple study and reading areas, and a large children’s department.

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

Preschool Picassos - All Ages
Mon, Sep 25, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hespeler
Draw out your child's inner Picasso with amazing art projects. Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
Registration is now closed
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Mon, Sep 25, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Library Settlement Program - Ages 18+
Mon, Sep 25, 10:00am - 4:30pm
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, Sep 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square
Let's Play!
Sense-ational - All Ages
Mon, Sep 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston
Explore a different sense each week.
Registration is now closed
Baby and Me - Birth - 12 Months
Mon, Sep 25, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Learn new songs and rhymes, share stories, and meet other parents and babies. Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
Registration is now closed
Basic Photography
Mon, Sep 25, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Learn the basics of photography.
This event is full
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Tue, Sep 26, 9:30am - 10:00am
Clemens Mill
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Library Settlement Program - Ages 18+
Tue, Sep 26, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Queen's Square
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Tue, Sep 26, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Shake, Rattle, and Read - Ages 10 - 24 mos
Tue, Sep 26, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square
Come shake, rattle, and read with us! Explore fun, active, and hands-on activities with your little one. Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
This event is full
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Tue, Sep 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
Clemens Mill
Let's Play!
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Tue, Sep 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hespeler - Children's Department
Let's Play!
Art Cart
Tue, Sep 26, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Drop in to create a unique craft!
Homeschool Heroes - Ages 5 - 10
Tue, Sep 26, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Old Post Office
Calling all heroes!
Registration is now closed
Kindergarten Connection - Ages 3 - 5
Tue, Sep 26, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Queen's Square
Get ready for Kindergarten! Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
Registration is now closed
Cambridge Career Connections
Tue, Sep 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual
Meet Cambridge Career Connections online for workshops on topics related to job searching and career development.
Teen Chess Club - Ages 13 - 18
Tue, Sep 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Clemens Mill
Fall teen drop-in chess club.
Families Under the Rainbow - All Ages
Tue, Sep 26, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Clemens Mill
We are happy to host Families Under the Rainbow In collaboration with SPECTRUM, Waterloo Region's Rainbow Community Space.
Focus on Leadership - Presented by Focus for Ethnic Women
Tue, Sep 26, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Greg Hayton Meeting Room
Become a leader in your community and share your unique perspective.
Register
Ukulele Meet-Up
Tue, Sep 26, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square
Enjoy singing and smiling while strumming your ukulele with this casual group.
Practice Your English Hespeler - Ages 16+
Tue, Sep 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.
Pyjama Tales - All Ages
Tue, Sep 26, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Hespeler - Children's Department
Wear your pyjamas and bring a stuffie to this evening's storytime for families.
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Wed, Sep 27, 9:30am - 10:00am
Clemens Mill
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
STEAM Storytime - All Ages
Wed, Sep 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hespeler - Children's Department
Twinkle, twinkle, little star, how I wonder what you are…
Messy STEAM - All Ages
Wed, Sep 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square
Explore the messy side of STEAM.
This event is full
Hespeler Knitting Circle Meet Up
Wed, Sep 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hespeler
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Library Settlement Program - Ages 18+
Wed, Sep 27, 10:00am - 4:30pm
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
Wed, Sep 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square
Let's Play!
Baby and Me - Birth - 12 Months
Wed, Sep 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston
Learn new songs and rhymes, share stories, and meet other parents and babies. Complete a registration for EACH CHILD attending the event.
Registration is now closed
Art Lab - All Ages
Wed, Sep 27, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Clemens Mill
Imagine, explore, and discover. Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
Registration is now closed
Kindergarten Connection - Ages 3 - 5
Wed, Sep 27, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Get ready for Kindergarten! Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
Registration is now closed
Pokémon Allegiance - Ages 8 - 12
Wed, Sep 27, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Clemens Mill
Gotta catch 'em all!
Silly Science - Ages 8 - 12
Wed, Sep 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Queen's Square
An afternoon full of silly science experiments.
This event is full
Practice Your English for Families - Ages 16+
Wed, Sep 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, Sep 27, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office
Calling all knit, crochet, embroidery, macrame, sewing, and other fibre arts enthusiasts for a weekly social meet-up.
Baby Connections - Birth - 12 Months
Thu, Sep 28, 9:30am - 10:00am
Clemens Mill
Get ready for some circle time fun! Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
Registration is now closed
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Thu, Sep 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Kindness Rocks - All Ages
Thu, Sep 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hespeler
Sing, dance, and practice self-confidence.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Thu, Sep 28, 10:15am - 11:15am
Preston
Let's Play!
Baby Connections - Birth - 12 Months
Thu, Sep 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Old Post Office
Get ready for some circle time fun! Please register with child's name.
Registration is now closed
Dough Rae Me - All Ages
Thu, Sep 28, 11:00am - 11:45am
Clemens Mill
Learn how to make different sensory doughs using everyday ingredients. Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
This event is full
Library Settlement Program - Ages 18+
Thu, Sep 28, 11:00am - 6:30pm
Queen's Square
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
Preschool Picassos - All Ages
Thu, Sep 28, 11:15am - 11:45am
Queen's Square
Draw out your child's inner Picasso with amazing art projects. Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
Registration is now closed
The SWAG Club - Ages 10 - 13
Thu, Sep 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Snacks with arts and games! Join William weekly for creativity and fun.
Practice Your English Online - Ages 16+
Thu, Sep 28, 3:45pm - 5:00pm
Virtual - Zoom 3
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Ultimate Makers 2.0 - Ages 9 - 12
Thu, Sep 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Clemens Mill
Take your maker skills to the next level.
AI with Amanda Tkaczyk
Thu, Sep 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Queen's Square - Magazine Lounge
Explore what artificial intelligence is and how it is used.
Mud and Microbes
Thu, Sep 28, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Create your own microbial sculpture with bio artist Nicole Clouston.
Learn to Solder - Ages 12+
Thu, Sep 28, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office
Learn the basics of soldering.
Registration is now closed
MMMMunsch! Storytime - All Ages
Thu, Sep 28, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Queen's Square
All Robert Munsch stories!
Ukulele Meet Up
Thu, Sep 28, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler
Enjoy singing and smiling while strumming your ukulele with this casual group.
Library Settlement Program - Ages 18+
Fri, Sep 29, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Queen's Square
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers
Shake, Rattle, and Read - Ages 10 - 24 mos
Fri, Sep 29, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Come shake, rattle, and read with us! Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
This event is full
Time for Twos and Threes - Ages 2 - 3
Fri, Sep 29, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square
Bring your tot for some late-morning fun.
Preschool Picassos - All Ages
Fri, Sep 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston
Draw out your child's inner Picasso with amazing art projects. Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
Registration is now closed
Connections 50+ - Ages 50+
Fri, Sep 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Lobby,Studio
Connect with other adults while enjoying concerts, crafting, chats, and more.
Baby Connections - Birth - 12 Months
Fri, Sep 29, 11:15am - 11:45am
Queen's Square
Get ready for some circle time fun! Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
Registration is now closed
Career and Job Support
Fri, Sep 29, 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.
Outerwhere - Meera Sethi
Sat, Sep 30, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023
Cotton Exchange - Meera Sethi
Sat, Sep 30, All day
Preston
September 30 to November 26, 2023
Art Cart: Truth and Reconciliation
Sat, Sep 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Add to a growing collage of orange ribbons to show solidarity with Indigenous peoples and communities.
Introduction to Laser Cutting
Sat, Sep 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Old Post Office
Interested in using Laser Cutter at the Old Post Office but have no idea where to start?
This event is full
Opening Reception + Meet The Artist
Sat, Sep 30, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Queen's Square and Preston - Gallery
Join us for the opening receptions of Meera Sethi’s multi-site exhibitions
Practice Your English Queen's Square - Ages 16+
Sat, Sep 30, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Queen's Square - Greg Hayton Meeting Room
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Outerwhere - Meera Sethi
Sun, Oct 01, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023
Cotton Exchange - Meera Sethi
Sun, Oct 01, All day
Preston
September 30 to November 26, 2023
Outerwhere - Meera Sethi
Mon, Oct 02, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023
Cotton Exchange - Meera Sethi
Mon, Oct 02, All day
Preston
September 30 to November 26, 2023
Preschool Picassos - All Ages
Mon, Oct 02, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hespeler
Draw out your child's inner Picasso with amazing art projects. Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
This event is full
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Mon, Oct 02, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Library Settlement Program - Ages 18+
Mon, Oct 02, 10:00am - 4:30pm
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, Oct 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square
Let's Play!
Sense-ational - All Ages
Mon, Oct 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston
Explore a different sense each week.
This event is full
Baby and Me - Birth - 12 Months
Mon, Oct 02, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Learn new songs and rhymes, share stories, and meet other parents and babies. Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
Registration is now closed
DJ David ML Workshop
Mon, Oct 02, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Clemens Mill - Learning Commons
Start from scratch and learn the basics of DJing in this hands-on workshop.
Basic Photography
Mon, Oct 02, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Learn the basics of photography.
This event is full
Outerwhere - Meera Sethi
Tue, Oct 03, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023
Cotton Exchange - Meera Sethi
Tue, Oct 03, All day
Preston
September 30 to November 26, 2023
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Tue, Oct 03, 9:30am - 10:00am
Clemens Mill
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Library Settlement Program - Ages 18+
Tue, Oct 03, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Queen's Square
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Tue, Oct 03, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Shake, Rattle, and Read - Ages 10 - 24 mos
Tue, Oct 03, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square
Come shake, rattle, and read with us! Explore fun, active, and hands-on activities with your little one. Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
This event is full
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Tue, Oct 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Clemens Mill
Let's Play!
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Tue, Oct 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hespeler - Children's Department
Let's Play!
Art Cart
Tue, Oct 03, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Drop in to create a unique craft!
Homeschool Heroes - Ages 5 - 10
Tue, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Old Post Office
Calling all heroes!
Registration is now closed
Kindergarten Connection - Ages 3 - 5
Tue, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Queen's Square
Get ready for Kindergarten! Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
Registration is now closed
Cambridge Career Connections
Tue, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual
Meet Cambridge Career Connections online for workshops on topics related to job searching and career development.
Teen Chess Club - Ages 13 - 18
Tue, Oct 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Clemens Mill
Fall teen drop-in chess club.
Families Under the Rainbow - All Ages
Tue, Oct 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Clemens Mill
We are happy to host Families Under the Rainbow In collaboration with SPECTRUM, Waterloo Region's Rainbow Community Space.
Focus on Leadership - Presented by Focus for Ethnic Women
Tue, Oct 03, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Greg Hayton Meeting Room
Become a leader in your community and share your unique perspective.
Register
Ukulele Meet-Up
Tue, Oct 03, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square
Enjoy singing and smiling while strumming your ukulele with this casual group.
Practice Your English Hespeler - Ages 16+
Tue, Oct 03, 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.
Pyjama Tales - All Ages
Tue, Oct 03, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Hespeler - Children's Department
Wear your pyjamas and bring a stuffie to this evening's storytime for families.
Outerwhere - Meera Sethi
Wed, Oct 04, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023
Cotton Exchange - Meera Sethi
Wed, Oct 04, All day
Preston
September 30 to November 26, 2023
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Wed, Oct 04, 9:30am - 10:00am
Clemens Mill
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
STEAM Storytime - All Ages
Wed, Oct 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hespeler - Children's Department
Twinkle, twinkle, little star, how I wonder what you are…
Messy STEAM - All Ages
Wed, Oct 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square
Explore the messy side of STEAM.
This event is full
Hespeler Knitting Circle Meet Up
Wed, Oct 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hespeler
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Library Settlement Program - Ages 18+
Wed, Oct 04, 10:00am - 4:30pm
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
Wed, Oct 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square
Let's Play!
Baby and Me - Birth - 12 Months
Wed, Oct 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston
Learn new songs and rhymes, share stories, and meet other parents and babies. Complete a registration for EACH CHILD attending the event.
Registration is now closed
Art Lab - All Ages
Wed, Oct 04, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Clemens Mill
Imagine, explore, and discover. Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
Registration is now closed
Kindergarten Connection - Ages 3 - 5
Wed, Oct 04, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Get ready for Kindergarten! Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
Registration is now closed
Pokémon Allegiance - Ages 8 - 12
Wed, Oct 04, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Clemens Mill
Gotta catch 'em all!
Silly Science - Ages 8 - 12
Wed, Oct 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Queen's Square
An afternoon full of silly science experiments.
This event is full
Practice Your English for Families - Ages 16+
Wed, Oct 04, 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.
Board Game Café - Ages 16+
Wed, Oct 04, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler
From cards to Catan, this is a warm and friendly atmosphere for fans of low-tech table games.
Fibre Arts Meet Up
Wed, Oct 04, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office
Calling all knit, crochet, embroidery, macrame, sewing, and other fibre arts enthusiasts for a weekly social meet-up.
Outerwhere - Meera Sethi
Thu, Oct 05, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023
Cotton Exchange - Meera Sethi
Thu, Oct 05, All day
Preston
September 30 to November 26, 2023
Baby Connections - Birth - 12 Months
Thu, Oct 05, 9:30am - 10:00am
Clemens Mill
Get ready for some circle time fun! Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
Registration is now closed
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Thu, Oct 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Kindness Rocks - All Ages
Thu, Oct 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hespeler
Sing, dance, and practice self-confidence.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Thu, Oct 05, 10:15am - 11:15am
Preston
Let's Play!
Baby Connections - Birth - 12 Months
Thu, Oct 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Old Post Office
Get ready for some circle time fun! Please register with child's name.
Registration is now closed
Dough Rae Me - All Ages
Thu, Oct 05, 11:00am - 11:45am
Clemens Mill
Learn how to make different sensory doughs using everyday ingredients. Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
This event is full
Library Settlement Program - Ages 18+
Thu, Oct 05, 11:00am - 6:30pm
Queen's Square
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
Preschool Picassos - All Ages
Thu, Oct 05, 11:15am - 11:45am
Queen's Square
Draw out your child's inner Picasso with amazing art projects. Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
Registration is now closed
The SWAG Club - Ages 10 - 13
Thu, Oct 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Snacks with arts and games! Join William weekly for creativity and fun.
Practice Your English Online - Ages 16+
Thu, Oct 05, 3:45pm - 5:00pm
Virtual - Zoom 3
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Ultimate Makers 2.0 - Ages 9 - 12
Thu, Oct 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Clemens Mill
Take your maker skills to the next level.
SPECTRUM Cambridge Transgender Peer Support Group
Thu, Oct 05, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office
Join SPECTRUM for a discussion and to meet other local gender-diverse folks.
Fabric Collage
Thu, Oct 05, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Use various fabrics to create a landscape collage
Digitize your Family Memories - Ages 18+
Thu, Oct 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Old Post Office
Creative Studios has numerous devices to help you digitize your analog memories.
MMMMunsch! Storytime - All Ages
Thu, Oct 05, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Queen's Square
All Robert Munsch stories!
Ukulele Meet Up
Thu, Oct 05, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler
Enjoy singing and smiling while strumming your ukulele with this casual group.
Outerwhere - Meera Sethi
Fri, Oct 06, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023
Cotton Exchange - Meera Sethi
Fri, Oct 06, All day
Preston
September 30 to November 26, 2023
Library Settlement Program - Ages 18+
Fri, Oct 06, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Queen's Square
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers
Shake, Rattle, and Read - Ages 10 - 24 mos
Fri, Oct 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Come shake, rattle, and read with us! Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
This event is full
Time for Twos and Threes - Ages 2 - 3
Fri, Oct 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square
Bring your tot for some late-morning fun.
PD Day Stay and Play - All Ages
Fri, Oct 06, 10:00am - 5:00pm
All Locations
Come and stay and play!
Art Cart: Drawing on Fabric
Fri, Oct 06, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Drop in to create a drawing on fabric using ribbon and fabric markers.
Preschool Picassos - All Ages
Fri, Oct 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston
Draw out your child's inner Picasso with amazing art projects. Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
Registration is now closed
Connections 50+ - Ages 50+
Fri, Oct 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Lobby
Connect with other adults while enjoying concerts, crafting, chats, and more.
Baby Connections - Birth - 12 Months
Fri, Oct 06, 11:15am - 11:45am
Queen's Square
Get ready for some circle time fun! Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
Registration is now closed
Career and Job Support
Fri, Oct 06, 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.
Tween Nerf Night - Ages 10 - 13
Fri, Oct 06, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler
Make your PD Day epic with Nerf blasters and friends.
This event is full
Outerwhere - Meera Sethi
Sat, Oct 07, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023
Cotton Exchange - Meera Sethi
Sat, Oct 07, All day
Preston
September 30 to November 26, 2023
Practice Your English Queen's Square - Ages 16+
Sat, Oct 07, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Queen's Square - Greg Hayton Meeting Room
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Thanksgiving Closure
Sun, Oct 08, All day
All Locations
All Idea Exchange locations will be closed October 8th and 9th for Thanksgiving.
Thanksgiving Closure
Mon, Oct 09, All day
All Locations
All Idea Exchange locations will be closed October 8th and 9th for Thanksgiving.
Outerwhere - Meera Sethi
Tue, Oct 10, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023
Cotton Exchange - Meera Sethi
Tue, Oct 10, All day
Preston
September 30 to November 26, 2023
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Tue, Oct 10, 9:30am - 10:00am
Clemens Mill
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Library Settlement Program - Ages 18+
Tue, Oct 10, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Queen's Square
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Tue, Oct 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Shake, Rattle, and Read - Ages 10 - 24 mos
Tue, Oct 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square
Come shake, rattle, and read with us! Explore fun, active, and hands-on activities with your little one. Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
This event is full
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Tue, Oct 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Clemens Mill
Let's Play!
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Tue, Oct 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hespeler - Children's Department
Let's Play!
Art Cart
Tue, Oct 10, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Drop in to create a unique craft!
Homeschool Heroes - Ages 5 - 10
Tue, Oct 10, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Old Post Office
Calling all heroes!
Registration is now closed
Kindergarten Connection - Ages 3 - 5
Tue, Oct 10, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Queen's Square
Get ready for Kindergarten! Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
Registration is now closed
Cambridge Career Connections
Tue, Oct 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual
Meet Cambridge Career Connections online for workshops on topics related to job searching and career development.
Teen Chess Club - Ages 13 - 18
Tue, Oct 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Clemens Mill
Fall teen drop-in chess club.
Families Under the Rainbow - All Ages
Tue, Oct 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Clemens Mill
We are happy to host Families Under the Rainbow In collaboration with SPECTRUM, Waterloo Region's Rainbow Community Space.
Focus on Leadership - Presented by Focus for Ethnic Women
Tue, Oct 10, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Greg Hayton Meeting Room
Become a leader in your community and share your unique perspective.
Register
Ukulele Meet-Up
Tue, Oct 10, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square
Enjoy singing and smiling while strumming your ukulele with this casual group.
Practice Your English Hespeler - Ages 16+
Tue, Oct 10, 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.
Pyjama Tales - All Ages
Tue, Oct 10, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Hespeler - Children's Department
Wear your pyjamas and bring a stuffie to this evening's storytime for families.
Outerwhere - Meera Sethi
Wed, Oct 11, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023
Cotton Exchange - Meera Sethi
Wed, Oct 11, All day
Preston
September 30 to November 26, 2023
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Wed, Oct 11, 9:30am - 10:00am
Clemens Mill
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
STEAM Storytime - All Ages
Wed, Oct 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hespeler - Children's Department
Twinkle, twinkle, little star, how I wonder what you are…
Messy STEAM - All Ages
Wed, Oct 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square
Explore the messy side of STEAM.
This event is full
Hespeler Knitting Circle Meet Up
Wed, Oct 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hespeler
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Library Settlement Program - Ages 18+
Wed, Oct 11, 10:00am - 4:30pm
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
Wed, Oct 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square
Let's Play!
Baby and Me - Birth - 12 Months
Wed, Oct 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston
Learn new songs and rhymes, share stories, and meet other parents and babies. Complete a registration for EACH CHILD attending the event.
Registration is now closed
Art Lab - All Ages
Wed, Oct 11, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Clemens Mill
Imagine, explore, and discover. Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
Registration is now closed
Kindergarten Connection - Ages 3 - 5
Wed, Oct 11, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Get ready for Kindergarten! Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
Registration is now closed
Pokémon Allegiance - Ages 8 - 12
Wed, Oct 11, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Clemens Mill
Gotta catch 'em all!
Silly Science - Ages 8 - 12
Wed, Oct 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Queen's Square
An afternoon full of silly science experiments.
Practice Your English for Families - Ages 16+
Wed, Oct 11, 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.
The Old Post Office: A Historic Past, an Innovative Future
Wed, Oct 11, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office
City of Cambridge Information and Archives Analyst Dan Schmalz shares stories of the Galt Post Office building
Fibre Arts Meet Up
Wed, Oct 11, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office
Calling all knit, crochet, embroidery, macrame, sewing, and other fibre arts enthusiasts for a weekly social meet-up.
Colourblock Reverse Glass Painting
Wed, Oct 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Preston
Create an easy linework and colourblock art piece on a glass frame.
Outerwhere - Meera Sethi
Thu, Oct 12, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023
Cotton Exchange - Meera Sethi
Thu, Oct 12, All day
Preston
September 30 to November 26, 2023
Baby Connections - Birth - 12 Months
Thu, Oct 12, 9:30am - 10:00am
Clemens Mill
Get ready for some circle time fun! Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
Registration is now closed
CTAL: Tutankhamun – The Sensational Discovery (Part 2) - with Sherine El Sebaie
Thu, Oct 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Cedar Hill United Church
Join us in for an exciting lecture about Egyptomania!
Register
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Thu, Oct 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Kindness Rocks - All Ages
Thu, Oct 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hespeler
Sing, dance, and practice self-confidence.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Thu, Oct 12, 10:15am - 11:15am
Preston
Let's Play!
Baby Connections - Birth - 12 Months
Thu, Oct 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Old Post Office
Get ready for some circle time fun! Please register with child's name.
Registration is now closed
Dough Rae Me - All Ages
Thu, Oct 12, 11:00am - 11:45am
Clemens Mill
Learn how to make different sensory doughs using everyday ingredients. Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
This event is full
Library Settlement Program - Ages 18+
Thu, Oct 12, 11:00am - 6:30pm
Queen's Square
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
Preschool Picassos - All Ages
Thu, Oct 12, 11:15am - 11:45am
Queen's Square
Draw out your child's inner Picasso with amazing art projects. Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
Registration is now closed
The SWAG Club - Ages 10 - 13
Thu, Oct 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Snacks with arts and games! Join William weekly for creativity and fun.
Practice Your English Online - Ages 16+
Thu, Oct 12, 3:45pm - 5:00pm
Virtual - Zoom 3
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Ultimate Makers 2.0 - Ages 9 - 12
Thu, Oct 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Clemens Mill
Take your maker skills to the next level.
Bad Paint Night
Thu, Oct 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Create a beautifully bad artwork, all fun and no pressure!
This event is full
Next in Soldering - Ages 12+
Thu, Oct 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office
Take on a bigger project while learning the basics of soldering.
This event is full
MMMMunsch! Storytime - All Ages
Thu, Oct 12, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Queen's Square
All Robert Munsch stories!
Ukulele Meet Up
Thu, Oct 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler
Enjoy singing and smiling while strumming your ukulele with this casual group.
Outerwhere - Meera Sethi
Fri, Oct 13, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023
Cotton Exchange - Meera Sethi
Fri, Oct 13, All day
Preston
September 30 to November 26, 2023
Library Settlement Program - Ages 18+
Fri, Oct 13, 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 - Ages 18+
Fri, Oct 13, 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.
Shake, Rattle, and Read - Ages 10 - 24 mos
Fri, Oct 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Come shake, rattle, and read with us! Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
This event is full
Time for Twos and Threes - Ages 2 - 3
Fri, Oct 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square
Bring your tot for some late-morning fun.
Preschool Picassos - All Ages
Fri, Oct 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston
Draw out your child's inner Picasso with amazing art projects. Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
Registration is now closed
Connections 50+ - Ages 50+
Fri, Oct 13, 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, Oct 13, 11:15am - 11:45am
Queen's Square
Get ready for some circle time fun! Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
Registration is now closed
Take Charge: Chronic Disease
Fri, Oct 13, 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Queen's Square - Greg Hayton Meeting Room
How-to workshop for living with chronic disease.
Register
Career and Job Support
Fri, Oct 13, 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.
Bejeweled: A Crafty Dance Party - Ages 16+
Fri, Oct 13, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Join us for an evening of creativity and celebration.
Outerwhere - Meera Sethi
Sat, Oct 14, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023
Cotton Exchange - Meera Sethi
Sat, Oct 14, All day
Preston
September 30 to November 26, 2023
Pet Rocks: Ghosts and Ghouls
Sat, Oct 14, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Create a spooky pet ghost or ghoul to haunt your house during Halloween!
Practice Your English Queen's Square - Ages 16+
Sat, Oct 14, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Queen's Square - Greg Hayton Meeting Room
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Outerwhere - Meera Sethi
Sun, Oct 15, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023
Cotton Exchange - Meera Sethi
Sun, Oct 15, All day
Preston
September 30 to November 26, 2023
Outerwhere - Meera Sethi
Mon, Oct 16, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023
Cotton Exchange - Meera Sethi
Mon, Oct 16, All day
Preston
September 30 to November 26, 2023
Preschool Picassos - All Ages
Mon, Oct 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hespeler
Draw out your child's inner Picasso with amazing art projects. Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
This event is full
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Mon, Oct 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Library Settlement Program - Ages 18+
Mon, Oct 16, 10:00am - 4:30pm
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, Oct 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square
Let's Play!
Sense-ational - All Ages
Mon, Oct 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston
Explore a different sense each week.
This event is full
Baby and Me - Birth - 12 Months
Mon, Oct 16, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Learn new songs and rhymes, share stories, and meet other parents and babies. Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
Registration is now closed
Basic Photography
Mon, Oct 16, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Learn the basics of photography.
This event is full
Outerwhere - Meera Sethi
Tue, Oct 17, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023
Cotton Exchange - Meera Sethi
Tue, Oct 17, All day
Preston
September 30 to November 26, 2023
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Tue, Oct 17, 9:30am - 10:00am
Clemens Mill
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Library Settlement Program - Ages 18+
Tue, Oct 17, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Queen's Square
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Tue, Oct 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Shake, Rattle, and Read - Ages 10 - 24 mos
Tue, Oct 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square
Come shake, rattle, and read with us! Explore fun, active, and hands-on activities with your little one. Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
This event is full
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Tue, Oct 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Clemens Mill
Let's Play!
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Tue, Oct 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hespeler - Children's Department
Let's Play!
Art Cart
Tue, Oct 17, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Drop in to create a unique craft!
Homeschool Heroes - Ages 5 - 10
Tue, Oct 17, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Old Post Office
Calling all heroes!
Registration is now closed
Kindergarten Connection - Ages 3 - 5
Tue, Oct 17, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Queen's Square
Get ready for Kindergarten! Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
Registration is now closed
Cambridge Career Connections
Tue, Oct 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual
Meet Cambridge Career Connections online for workshops on topics related to job searching and career development.
Teen Chess Club - Ages 13 - 18
Tue, Oct 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Clemens Mill
Fall teen drop-in chess club.
Families Under the Rainbow - All Ages
Tue, Oct 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Clemens Mill
We are happy to host Families Under the Rainbow In collaboration with SPECTRUM, Waterloo Region's Rainbow Community Space.
Focus on Leadership - Presented by Focus for Ethnic Women
Tue, Oct 17, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Greg Hayton Meeting Room
Become a leader in your community and share your unique perspective.
Register
Ukulele Meet-Up
Tue, Oct 17, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square
Enjoy singing and smiling while strumming your ukulele with this casual group.
Fibre Arts Lab - Amish Toothbrush Coaster
Tue, Oct 17, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Learn how to make an Amish Toothbrush Rug while creating a lovely coaster.
Practice Your English Hespeler - Ages 16+
Tue, Oct 17, 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.
Pyjama Tales - All Ages
Tue, Oct 17, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Hespeler - Children's Department
Wear your pyjamas and bring a stuffie to this evening's storytime for families.
UnBook Club - Ages 19+
Tue, Oct 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Grain of Salt Indian Cuisine
With no set book to read, this club is about great conversation and good fun.
Outerwhere - Meera Sethi
Wed, Oct 18, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023
Cotton Exchange - Meera Sethi
Wed, Oct 18, All day
Preston
September 30 to November 26, 2023
Annual Pumpkin Decorating Contest
Wed, Oct 18, All day
Virtual
Decorate a pumpkin and submit your photo for a chance to win one of our great prizes.
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Wed, Oct 18, 9:30am - 10:00am
Clemens Mill
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
STEAM Storytime - All Ages
Wed, Oct 18, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hespeler - Children's Department
Twinkle, twinkle, little star, how I wonder what you are…
Messy STEAM - All Ages
Wed, Oct 18, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square
Explore the messy side of STEAM.
This event is full
Hespeler Knitting Circle Meet Up
Wed, Oct 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hespeler
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Library Settlement Program - Ages 18+
Wed, Oct 18, 10:00am - 4:30pm
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
Wed, Oct 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square
Let's Play!
Baby and Me - Birth - 12 Months
Wed, Oct 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston
Learn new songs and rhymes, share stories, and meet other parents and babies. Complete a registration for EACH CHILD attending the event.
Registration is now closed
Art Lab - All Ages
Wed, Oct 18, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Clemens Mill
Imagine, explore, and discover. Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
Registration is now closed
Kindergarten Connection - Ages 3 - 5
Wed, Oct 18, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Get ready for Kindergarten! Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
Registration is now closed
Pokémon Allegiance - Ages 8 - 12
Wed, Oct 18, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Clemens Mill
Gotta catch 'em all!
Silly Science - Ages 8 - 12
Wed, Oct 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Queen's Square
An afternoon full of silly science experiments.
Practice Your English for Families - Ages 16+
Wed, Oct 18, 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.
Mud and Microbes
Wed, Oct 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square
Create your own microbial sculpture with bio artist Nicole Clouston.
Fibre Arts Meet Up
Wed, Oct 18, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office
Calling all knit, crochet, embroidery, macrame, sewing, and other fibre arts enthusiasts for a weekly social meet-up.
Outerwhere - Meera Sethi
Thu, Oct 19, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023
Cotton Exchange - Meera Sethi
Thu, Oct 19, All day
Preston
September 30 to November 26, 2023
Annual Pumpkin Decorating Contest
Thu, Oct 19, All day
Virtual
Decorate a pumpkin and submit your photo for a chance to win one of our great prizes.
Baby Connections - Birth - 12 Months
Thu, Oct 19, 9:30am - 10:00am
Clemens Mill
Get ready for some circle time fun! Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
Registration is now closed
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Thu, Oct 19, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Kindness Rocks - All Ages
Thu, Oct 19, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hespeler
Sing, dance, and practice self-confidence.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Thu, Oct 19, 10:15am - 11:15am
Preston
Let's Play!
Baby Connections - Birth - 12 Months
Thu, Oct 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Old Post Office
Get ready for some circle time fun! Please register with child's name.
Registration is now closed
Dough Rae Me - All Ages
Thu, Oct 19, 11:00am - 11:45am
Clemens Mill
Learn how to make different sensory doughs using everyday ingredients. Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
This event is full
Library Settlement Program - Ages 18+
Thu, Oct 19, 11:00am - 6:30pm
Queen's Square
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
Preschool Picassos - All Ages
Thu, Oct 19, 11:15am - 11:45am
Queen's Square
Draw out your child's inner Picasso with amazing art projects. Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
Registration is now closed
The SWAG Club - Ages 10 - 13
Thu, Oct 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Snacks with arts and games! Join William weekly for creativity and fun.
Practice Your English Online - Ages 16+
Thu, Oct 19, 3:45pm - 5:00pm
Virtual - Zoom 3
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Ultimate Makers 2.0 - Ages 9 - 12
Thu, Oct 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Clemens Mill
Take your maker skills to the next level.
SPECTRUM Cambridge Transgender Peer Support Group
Thu, Oct 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office
Join SPECTRUM for a discussion and to meet other local gender-diverse folks.
Retro Game Night
Thu, Oct 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office
Gaming fun with a retro twist!
Queer Craft Circle - Creative Mending
Thu, Oct 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
LGBTQ2S+ identifying individuals are invited to explore a different creative project each month in a fun and safe space.
Next in Soldering - Ages 12+
Thu, Oct 19, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office
Take on a bigger project while learning the basics of soldering.
This event is full
MMMMunsch! Storytime - All Ages
Thu, Oct 19, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Queen's Square
All Robert Munsch stories!
Ukulele Meet Up
Thu, Oct 19, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler
Enjoy singing and smiling while strumming your ukulele with this casual group.
Queer Reading Circle
Thu, Oct 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Clemens Mill
An evening exploring 2SLGBTQ+ literature through the lens of our queerness.
Outerwhere - Meera Sethi
Fri, Oct 20, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023
Cotton Exchange - Meera Sethi
Fri, Oct 20, All day
Preston
September 30 to November 26, 2023
Annual Pumpkin Decorating Contest
Fri, Oct 20, All day
Virtual
Decorate a pumpkin and submit your photo for a chance to win one of our great prizes.
Library Settlement Program - Ages 18+
Fri, Oct 20, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Queen's Square
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers
Shake, Rattle, and Read - Ages 10 - 24 mos
Fri, Oct 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Come shake, rattle, and read with us! Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
This event is full
Time for Twos and Threes - Ages 2 - 3
Fri, Oct 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square
Bring your tot for some late-morning fun.
Preschool Picassos - All Ages
Fri, Oct 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston
Draw out your child's inner Picasso with amazing art projects. Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
Registration is now closed
Connections 50+ - Ages 50+
Fri, Oct 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Studio,Lobby
Connect with other adults while enjoying concerts, crafting, chats, and more.
Baby Connections - Birth - 12 Months
Fri, Oct 20, 11:15am - 11:45am
Queen's Square
Get ready for some circle time fun! Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
Registration is now closed
Take Charge: Chronic Disease
Fri, Oct 20, 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Queen's Square - Greg Hayton Meeting Room
How-to workshop for living with chronic disease.
Register
Career and Job Support
Fri, Oct 20, 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.
Outerwhere - Meera Sethi
Sat, Oct 21, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023
Cotton Exchange - Meera Sethi
Sat, Oct 21, All day
Preston
September 30 to November 26, 2023
Annual Pumpkin Decorating Contest
Sat, Oct 21, All day
Virtual
Decorate a pumpkin and submit your photo for a chance to win one of our great prizes.
Introduction to Large Format Printing
Sat, Oct 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Old Post Office
Calling all photographers and designers.
Practice Your English Queen's Square - Ages 16+
Sat, Oct 21, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Queen's Square - Greg Hayton Meeting Room
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Carnegie Libraries in Ontario - Their Impact and Legacy
Sat, Oct 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hespeler
Discover the rich history of the Hespeler library and the renowned Carnegie Library initiative.
Outerwhere - Meera Sethi
Sun, Oct 22, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023
Cotton Exchange - Meera Sethi
Sun, Oct 22, All day
Preston
September 30 to November 26, 2023
Annual Pumpkin Decorating Contest
Sun, Oct 22, All day
Virtual
Decorate a pumpkin and submit your photo for a chance to win one of our great prizes.
Outerwhere - Meera Sethi
Mon, Oct 23, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023
Cotton Exchange - Meera Sethi
Mon, Oct 23, All day
Preston
September 30 to November 26, 2023
Annual Pumpkin Decorating Contest
Mon, Oct 23, All day
Virtual
Decorate a pumpkin and submit your photo for a chance to win one of our great prizes.
Library Settlement Program - Ages 18+
Mon, Oct 23, 10:00am - 4:30pm
Clemens Mill
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
Re-Storying Our Lives With Ali Burke
Mon, Oct 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Guided by a registered therapist, learn to creatively express your thoughts and emotions through art journaling exercises.
Outerwhere - Meera Sethi
Tue, Oct 24, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023
Cotton Exchange - Meera Sethi
Tue, Oct 24, All day
Preston
September 30 to November 26, 2023
Annual Pumpkin Decorating Contest
Tue, Oct 24, All day
Virtual
Decorate a pumpkin and submit your photo for a chance to win one of our great prizes.
Library Settlement Program - Ages 18+
Tue, Oct 24, 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
Tue, Oct 24, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Drop in to create a unique craft!
Cambridge Career Connections
Tue, Oct 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual
Meet Cambridge Career Connections online for workshops on topics related to job searching and career development.
Paws for Reading - Ages 5 - 12
Tue, Oct 24, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Old Post Office
Children read to a Lion's club service dogs and then have fun playing games with a reading pal. Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
This event is full
Engineering Science Quest - Ages 8 - 12
Tue, Oct 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Old Post Office
Engineering Science Quest (ESQ) is returning to Idea Exchange - The Old Post Office this Fall and will bring fun, hands-on STEM activities for Youth.
This event is full
Focus on Leadership - Presented by Focus for Ethnic Women
Tue, Oct 24, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Greg Hayton Meeting Room
Become a leader in your community and share your unique perspective.
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Ukulele Fall Concert
Tue, Oct 24, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Join us for a fall-inspired concert along the river.
Practice Your English Hespeler - Ages 16+
Tue, Oct 24, 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.
Book Sale
Wed, Oct 25, All day
Multiple Locations
The Book Sale at Idea Exchange is back at Queen's Square, Hespeler, Preston, and Clemens Mill locations!
Outerwhere - Meera Sethi
Wed, Oct 25, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023
Cotton Exchange - Meera Sethi
Wed, Oct 25, All day
Preston
September 30 to November 26, 2023
Annual Pumpkin Decorating Contest
Wed, Oct 25, All day
Virtual
Decorate a pumpkin and submit your photo for a chance to win one of our great prizes.
Hespeler Knitting Circle Meet Up
Wed, Oct 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hespeler
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Library Settlement Program - Ages 18+
Wed, Oct 25, 10:00am - 4:30pm
Clemens Mill
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
Family Board Game Night - Ages 5 - 12
Wed, Oct 25, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office
Bring your competitive edge!
Practice Your English for Families - Ages 16+
Wed, Oct 25, 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 25, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office
Calling all knit, crochet, embroidery, macrame, sewing, and other fibre arts enthusiasts for a weekly social meet-up.
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