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DIY Bookmarks
2023-06-29 13:00:00 2023-06-29 16:00:00 America/New_York DIY Bookmarks Drop in to create your own customized bookmark in anticipation of Summer Reading Club. Preston - Children's Program Room

Thursday, June 29
1:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-06-29 13:00:00 2023-06-29 16:00:00 America/New_York DIY Bookmarks Drop in to create your own customized bookmark in anticipation of Summer Reading Club. Preston - Children's Program Room

Preston

Children's Program Room

Drop in to create your own customized bookmark in anticipation of Summer Reading Club.

Use a variety of materials for your one-of-a-kind bookmark. All ages are welcome and dress for mess.

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Newcomers | Kids | Cambridge Art Galleries | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Programs + Workshops |

TAGS: | #diy | #Arts |

Preston
Phone: 519-653-3632
Hours
Mon, Sep 09 10:00AM to 8:30PM
Tue, Sep 10 10:00AM to 8:30PM
Wed, Sep 11 10:00AM to 8:30PM
Thu, Sep 12 10:00AM to 8:30PM
Fri, Sep 13 10:00AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Sep 14 9:30AM to 5:30PM
Sun, Sep 15 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

Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Fri, Sep 13, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Fri, Sep 13, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Fri, Sep 13, All day
Queen's Square
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Old Post Office Book Club - Adults 18+
Fri, Sep 13, 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.
Community Desk: Welcome YMCA Immigrant Services - Library Settlement Program at Hespeler
Fri, Sep 13, 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 for Wellness Workshop
Fri, Sep 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Studio
Connect with other adults while enjoying concerts, crafting, chats, and more.
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Sat, Sep 14, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Sat, Sep 14, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Sat, Sep 14, All day
Queen's Square
August 24 - November 10, 2024
DIY Weaving Workshop
Sat, Sep 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Create your own loom and weave a coaster.
Basic 3D Design Using Tinkercad - Ages 13+
Sat, Sep 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Learn fundamental concepts about 3D design using Tinkercad.
Welcoming Week: Newcomer Connections Picnic - Fall Festival Fun!
Sat, Sep 14, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Kinbridge Community Association
Meet us at Kinbridge! Enjoy visiting community information booths, activities, food, drinks, and more.
Queer Craft Circle - Beaded Friendship Bracelets with Brittany Sostar
Sat, Sep 14, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
2SLGBTQIA+-identifying individuals are invited to explore a different creative project each month in a fun and safe space.
Cancelled
Practice Your English - Ages 16+
Sat, Sep 14, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Queen's Square
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Sun, Sep 15, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Sun, Sep 15, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Sun, Sep 15, All day
Queen's Square
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Mon, Sep 16, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Mon, Sep 16, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Mon, Sep 16, All day
Queen's Square
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Mon, Sep 16, 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, Sep 16, 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, Sep 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Let's Play!
Music n' Motion - All Ages
Mon, Sep 16, 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, Sep 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Come shake, rattle, and read with us!
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Mon, Sep 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Department
Let's Play!
Community Desk: Welcome Kinbridge! - Newcomer Employment Workshop
Mon, Sep 16, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you a newcomer trying to get ready for the Canadian workforce? Kinbridge is here to help.
Welcoming Week: Tree of Welcome Art Cart
Mon, Sep 16, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Extend a hand and celebrate Welcoming Week with us.
Reading Buddies - Ages 5 - 10
Mon, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy.
Craft Stop - Ages 5 - 10
Mon, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Department
Make a different craft each week.
Art and Wellness
Mon, Sep 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Enjoy a creative evening in the Gallery Studio with a focus on improving mental health.
Creative Oasis: Unplugged and Screen-Free
Mon, Sep 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Drop in and unplug: read, draw, colour, crochet, or do a puzzle in a relaxing atmosphere.
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Tue, Sep 17, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Tue, Sep 17, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Tue, Sep 17, All day
Queen's Square
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Community Desk: Welcome YMCA Immigrant Services - Library Settlement Program at Queen's Square
Tue, Sep 17, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
Kindergarten Connections - Ages 3 - 5
Tue, Sep 17, 10:00am - 10:45am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get ready for Kindergarten!
This event is full
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Tue, Sep 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Department
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Preschool Picassos - All Ages
Tue, Sep 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Draw out your child's inner Picasso with amazing art projects.
This event is full
STEAM Storytime - All Ages
Tue, Sep 17, 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, Sep 17, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get ready for some circle time fun!
This event is full
Kindergarten Connections - Ages 3 - 5
Tue, Sep 17, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Get ready for Kindergarten!
This event is full
Welcoming Week: Tree of Welcome Art Cart
Tue, Sep 17, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Extend a hand and celebrate Welcoming Week with us.
Art Through the Ages - Ages 5 - 12
Tue, Sep 17, 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, Sep 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy.
Recycle It! - Ages 5 - 10
Tue, Sep 17, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Discover the art of upcycling while turning your trash into treasure.
Perimenopause Unveiled: Understanding Your Changing Body
Tue, Sep 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Queen's Square - YA Area
Learn about perimenopause symptoms, treatment options, and how to advocate for your health to help you manage symptoms. Please register to attend this program.
Ukulele Meet-Up
Tue, Sep 17, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Enjoy singing and smiling while strumming your ukulele with this casual group.
Employment Skill Building - Job Search Preparation and Goal Setting
Tue, Sep 17, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Join Starling Employment Services (formerly Lutherwood) for this free, open workshop series to build your job searching skills.
Practice Your English - Ages 16+
Tue, Sep 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.
PJ Tales - All Ages
Tue, Sep 17, 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, Sep 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Teens can join the Youth Advisory Committee (YAC).
UnBook Club
Tue, Sep 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ernie's Roadhouse
With no set book to read, this club is about great conversation and good fun!
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Wed, Sep 18, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Wed, Sep 18, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Wed, Sep 18, All day
Queen's Square
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Wed, Sep 18, 9:30am - 10:00am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Sensory Tales - All Ages
Wed, Sep 18, 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, Sep 18, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Wed, Sep 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Baby Connections - Birth - 12 Months
Wed, Sep 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Get ready for some circle time fun!
This event is full
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Wed, Sep 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Department
Let's Play!
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Wed, Sep 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Let's Play!
Welcoming Week: Tree of Welcome Art Cart
Wed, Sep 18, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Extend a hand and celebrate Welcoming Week with us.
Maker Madness - Ages 6 - 12
Wed, Sep 18, 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, Sep 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Enjoy games, activities, crafts, and yummy snacks.
Old Post Office Artists' Drawing Social - Ages 13+
Wed, Sep 18, 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, Sep 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.
Fibre Arts Meet-Up
Wed, Sep 18, 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, Sep 19, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Thu, Sep 19, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Thu, Sep 19, All day
Queen's Square
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Community Desk: Welcome YMCA Immigrant Services - Library Settlement Program at Queen's Square
Thu, Sep 19, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Queen's Square - 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, Sep 19, 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, Sep 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Clemens Mill - Children's Department
Let your imagination run wild!
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Thu, Sep 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Thu, Sep 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Preston - Children's Department
Let's Play!
Homeschool Makers - Ages 5 - 10
Thu, Sep 19, 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
Homeschool Heroes - Ages 5 - 10
Thu, Sep 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Calling all heroes! This program teaches kids that empathy can make us all heroes.
Preschool Picassos - All Ages
Thu, Sep 19, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Draw out your child's inner Picasso with amazing art projects.
This event is full
Introduction to Digital Embroidery
Thu, Sep 19, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Old Post Office - Makerspace
In this class, we will go through the basics of using the Makerspace embroidery machine.
This event is full
Welcoming Week: Tree of Welcome Art Cart
Thu, Sep 19, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Extend a hand and celebrate Welcoming Week with us.
Practice Your English - Ages 16+
Thu, Sep 19, 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, Sep 19, 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, Sep 19, 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, Sep 19, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Enjoy singing and smiling while strumming your ukulele with this casual group.
Learn to Solder - Ages 16+
Thu, Sep 19, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Creative Studios
Learn the basics of soldering and electronics.
Queer Reading Circle
Thu, Sep 19, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Fall into 2SLGBTQIA+ stories and more this autumn.
Crafty Kids - All Ages
Thu, Sep 19, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get crafty!
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Fri, Sep 20, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Fri, Sep 20, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Fri, Sep 20, All day
Queen's Square
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Time for Twos and Threes - Ages 2 - 3
Fri, Sep 20, 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, Sep 20, 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, Sep 20, 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, Sep 20, 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, Sep 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Get ready for some circle time fun!
This event is full
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Fri, Sep 20, 11:15am - 11:45am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Welcoming Week: Tree of Welcome Art Cart
Fri, Sep 20, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Extend a hand and celebrate Welcoming Week with us.
Welcoming Week: Newcomer Tour of Hespeler Location - Library Settlement Program
Fri, Sep 20, 3:00pm - 4:15pm
Hespeler
New to Cambridge? Learn about what the public library has to offer.
DJ and Retro Gaming Party - Ages 14+
Fri, Sep 20, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Old Post Office - Reading Room
Get your groove on with DJ David and try out retro games provided by Operandi Gaming Community.
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Sat, Sep 21, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Sat, Sep 21, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Sat, Sep 21, All day
Queen's Square
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Introduction to Laser Cutting
Sat, Sep 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Interested in using a laser cutter but have no idea where to start?
Welcoming Week: Tree of Welcome Art Cart
Sat, Sep 21, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Queen's Square
Extend a hand and celebrate Welcoming Week with us.
Welcoming Week: Tour of Queen's Square - Learn all about your new library!
Sat, Sep 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
New to Cambridge? Learn about what the public library has to offer.
Board Game Café - Ages 16+
Sat, Sep 21, 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, Sep 21, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Queen's Square - Boardroom
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Welcoming Week: From Far Away Film Screening - Waterloo Region Migration Film Festival
Sat, Sep 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Department
Welcome to newcomer families!
Tween D&D - Ages 8 - 12
Sat, Sep 21, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Learn to play Dungeons & Dragons, the world's most popular role-playing game.
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Sun, Sep 22, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Sun, Sep 22, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Sun, Sep 22, All day
Queen's Square
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Mihko Kiskisiwin-Blood Memory - An Indigenous Poets Society Author Event
Sun, Sep 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Authors Shantell Powel, Bill Coates, Cynthia Missabie, and Hope Engel read and share from the new anthology Mihko Kiskisiwin.
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Mon, Sep 23, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Mon, Sep 23, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Mon, Sep 23, All day
Queen's Square
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Mon, Sep 23, 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, Sep 23, 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, Sep 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Let's Play!
Music n' Motion - All Ages
Mon, Sep 23, 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, Sep 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Come shake, rattle, and read with us!
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Mon, Sep 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Department
Let's Play!
Community Desk: Welcome Kinbridge! - Newcomer Employment Workshop
Mon, Sep 23, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you a newcomer trying to get ready for the Canadian workforce? Kinbridge is here to help.
Reading Buddies - Ages 5 - 10
Mon, Sep 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy.
Craft Stop - Ages 5 - 10
Mon, Sep 23, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Department
Make a different craft each week.
Photography for Beginners
Mon, Sep 23, 6:30pm - 8:15pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Learn the basics of SLR-style photography.
Creative Oasis: Unplugged and Screen-Free
Mon, Sep 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Drop in and unplug: read, draw, colour, crochet, or do a puzzle in a relaxing atmosphere.
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Tue, Sep 24, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Tue, Sep 24, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Tue, Sep 24, All day
Queen's Square
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Community Desk: Welcome YMCA Immigrant Services - Library Settlement Program at Queen's Square
Tue, Sep 24, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
Kindergarten Connections - Ages 3 - 5
Tue, Sep 24, 10:00am - 10:45am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get ready for Kindergarten!
This event is full
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Tue, Sep 24, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Preschool Picassos - All Ages
Tue, Sep 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Draw out your child's inner Picasso with amazing art projects.
This event is full
STEAM Storytime - All Ages
Tue, Sep 24, 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, Sep 24, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get ready for some circle time fun!
This event is full
Kindergarten Connections - Ages 3 - 5
Tue, Sep 24, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Get ready for Kindergarten!
This event is full
Art Through the Ages - Ages 5 - 12
Tue, Sep 24, 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, Sep 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy.
Paws for Reading - Ages 5 - 12
Tue, Sep 24, 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.
Recycle It! - Ages 5 - 10
Tue, Sep 24, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Discover the art of upcycling while turning your trash into treasure.
Remix: Sticker Art - Ages 13+
Tue, Sep 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Old Post Office - Creative Studios
Make custom stickers!
Ukulele Meet-Up
Tue, Sep 24, 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, Sep 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.
PJ Tales - All Ages
Tue, Sep 24, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Hespeler
Wear your pajamas and bring a stuffie to this evening storytime for families.
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Wed, Sep 25, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Wed, Sep 25, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Wed, Sep 25, All day
Queen's Square
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Wed, Sep 25, 9:30am - 10:00am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Sensory Tales - All Ages
Wed, Sep 25, 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, Sep 25, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Wed, Sep 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Baby Connections - Birth - 12 Months
Wed, Sep 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Get ready for some circle time fun!
This event is full
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Wed, Sep 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Department
Let's Play!
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Wed, Sep 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Let's Play!
Connections 50+ Hespeler - Intro to Memoir Writing with Larry Brown
Wed, Sep 25, 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.
Maker Madness - Ages 6 - 12
Wed, Sep 25, 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, Sep 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Enjoy games, activities, crafts, and yummy snacks.
Orange Shirt Day Beading Workshop - with Haudenosaunee Artisan Susan Hill
Wed, Sep 25, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Ages 16+
Register
Practice Your English - Ages 16+
Wed, Sep 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, Sep 25, 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, Sep 26, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Thu, Sep 26, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Thu, Sep 26, All day
Queen's Square
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Community Desk: Welcome YMCA Immigrant Services - Library Settlement Program at Queen's Square
Thu, Sep 26, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Queen's Square - 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, Sep 26, 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, Sep 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
Clemens Mill - Children's Department
Let your imagination run wild!
Community Desk: Welcome WRSPC - Waterloo Region Suicide Prevention Council
Thu, Sep 26, All day
Clemens Mill - Community Desk, CM
Learn about resources for how you can help yourself, someone else, and coping with suicide loss.
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Thu, Sep 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Thu, Sep 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
Preston - Children's Department
Let's Play!
Homeschool Makers - Ages 5 - 10
Thu, Sep 26, 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
Homeschool Heroes - Ages 5 - 10
Thu, Sep 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Calling all heroes! This program teaches kids that empathy can make us all heroes.
Preschool Picassos - All Ages
Thu, Sep 26, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Draw out your child's inner Picasso with amazing art projects.
This event is full
Practice Your English - Ages 16+
Thu, Sep 26, 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, Sep 26, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
In collaboration with SPECTRUM Waterloo Region's Rainbow Community Space.
Bad Sculpture Night
Thu, Sep 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Create a beautifully bad artwork, all fun and no pressure!
NFB Movie Screening: Wilfred Buck (2024)
Thu, Sep 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
View an award-winning cinematic feature film presented by the NFB at the Old Post Office.
Ukulele Meet-Up
Thu, Sep 26, 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, Sep 26, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get crafty!
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Fri, Sep 27, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Fri, Sep 27, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Fri, Sep 27, All day
Queen's Square
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Connections 50+ Presents Cambridge Third Age Learning - The Woman Who Loves Giraffes - The Dr. Anne Innis Story
Fri, Sep 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
The story of Canadian Dr. Anne Innis Dagg from Toronto to South Africa is shared by Mary Dagg.
Preston Book Club - Ages 18+
Fri, Sep 27, 10:00am - 11:30am
Preston - Fireside Area
Love to discuss the nuances of a great book?
Time for Twos and Threes - Ages 2 - 3
Fri, Sep 27, 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, Sep 27, 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, Sep 27, 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, Sep 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Get ready for some circle time fun!
This event is full
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Fri, Sep 27, 11:15am - 11:45am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Sat, Sep 28, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Sat, Sep 28, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Sat, Sep 28, All day
Queen's Square
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Harvest Day
Sat, Sep 28, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Preston - Main Floor
Celebrate fall and the harvest season!
Introduction to Large Format Printing - Ages 13+
Sat, Sep 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
Old Post Office - Makerspace
Calling all photographers and designers.
Practice Your English - Ages 16+
Sat, Sep 28, 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, Sep 29, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Sun, Sep 29, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Sun, Sep 29, All day
Queen's Square
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Mon, Sep 30, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stitching Science - Lauren Wright Vartanian
Mon, Sep 30, All day
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
September 30 - December 15, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Mon, Sep 30, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Mon, Sep 30, All day
Queen's Square
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Mon, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Let's Play!
Music n' Motion - All Ages
Mon, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Come shake, rattle, and read with us!
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Mon, Sep 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Department
Let's Play!
Art Cart: Orange Shirt Day - All Ages
Mon, Sep 30, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Drop in to create a unique craft in honor of Orange Shirt Day.
Community Desk: Welcome Kinbridge! - Newcomer Employment Workshop
Mon, Sep 30, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you a newcomer trying to get ready for the Canadian workforce? Kinbridge is here to help.
Reading Buddies - Ages 5 - 10
Mon, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy.
Craft Stop - Ages 5 - 10
Mon, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Department
Make a different craft each week.
Photography for Beginners
Mon, Sep 30, 6:30pm - 8:15pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Learn the basics of SLR-style photography.
Creative Oasis: Unplugged and Screen-Free
Mon, Sep 30, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Drop in and unplug: read, draw, colour, crochet, or do a puzzle in a relaxing atmosphere.
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Tue, Oct 01, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stitching Science - Lauren Wright Vartanian
Tue, Oct 01, All day
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
September 30 - December 15, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Tue, Oct 01, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Tue, Oct 01, All day
Queen's Square
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Community Desk: Welcome YMCA Immigrant Services - Library Settlement Program at Queen's Square
Tue, Oct 01, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
Kindergarten Connections - Ages 3 - 5
Tue, Oct 01, 10:00am - 10:45am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get ready for Kindergarten!
This event is full
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Tue, Oct 01, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Art Cart
Tue, Oct 01, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Drop in to create a unique craft!
Preschool Picassos - All Ages
Tue, Oct 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Draw out your child's inner Picasso with amazing art projects.
This event is full
STEAM Storytime - All Ages
Tue, Oct 01, 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, Oct 01, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get ready for some circle time fun!
This event is full
Kindergarten Connections - Ages 3 - 5
Tue, Oct 01, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Get ready for Kindergarten!
This event is full
Art Through the Ages - Ages 5 - 12
Tue, Oct 01, 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, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy.
Recycle It! - Ages 5 - 10
Tue, Oct 01, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Discover the art of upcycling while turning your trash into treasure.
Learn Morse Code with Cambridge Amateur Radio - Ages 13+
Tue, Oct 01, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Learn this well-known code used in amateur radio, aviation, and the military.
Register
Ukulele Meet-Up
Tue, Oct 01, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Enjoy singing and smiling while strumming your ukulele with this casual group.
Employment Skill Building - Resume Foundations
Tue, Oct 01, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Join Starling Employment Services (formerly Lutherwood) for this free, open workshop series to build your job searching skills.
Practice Your English - Ages 16+
Tue, Oct 01, 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, Oct 01, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Hespeler
Wear your pajamas and bring a stuffie to this evening storytime for families.
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Wed, Oct 02, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stitching Science - Lauren Wright Vartanian
Wed, Oct 02, All day
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
September 30 - December 15, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Wed, Oct 02, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Wed, Oct 02, All day
Queen's Square
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Wed, Oct 02, 9:30am - 10:00am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Sensory Tales - All Ages
Wed, Oct 02, 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 02, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Wed, Oct 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Baby Connections - Birth - 12 Months
Wed, Oct 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Get ready for some circle time fun!
This event is full
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Wed, Oct 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Department
Let's Play!
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Wed, Oct 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Let's Play!
Maker Madness - Ages 6 - 12
Wed, Oct 02, 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 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Enjoy games, activities, crafts, and yummy snacks.
Board Game Café - Ages 16+
Wed, Oct 02, 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.
Old Post Office Artists' Drawing Social - Ages 13+
Wed, Oct 02, 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, Oct 02, 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 02, 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.
Cricut Basics
Wed, Oct 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Preston - Fireside Area
Get started with the Cricut.
Arctic Wildlife: Life on Svalbard - with Wildlife Photographer Paul Gains
Wed, Oct 02, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
View the beauty of the Norwegian Arctic Archipelago of Svalbard.
Queen's Square Book Club
Wed, Oct 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - YA Area
Read with us and have great discussions about amazing books.
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Thu, Oct 03, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stitching Science - Lauren Wright Vartanian
Thu, Oct 03, All day
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
September 30 - December 15, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Thu, Oct 03, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Thu, Oct 03, All day
Queen's Square
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Community Desk: Welcome YMCA Immigrant Services - Library Settlement Program at Queen's Square
Thu, Oct 03, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Queen's Square - 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 03, 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 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Clemens Mill - Children's Department
Let your imagination run wild!
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Thu, Oct 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Thu, Oct 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Preston - Children's Department
Let's Play!
Homeschool Makers - Ages 5 - 10
Thu, Oct 03, 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
Homeschool Heroes - Ages 5 - 10
Thu, Oct 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Calling all heroes! This program teaches kids that empathy can make us all heroes.
Preschool Picassos - All Ages
Thu, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Draw out your child's inner Picasso with amazing art projects.
This event is full
Practice Your English - Ages 16+
Thu, Oct 03, 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 03, 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 03, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Join SPECTRUM for a discussion and to meet other local gender-diverse folks.
Fairy-Lit Bottles - Autumn Starlight Edition
Thu, Oct 03, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
An evening of painting upcycled glass bottles and listening to music in a relaxing atmosphere.
This event is full
Ukulele Meet-Up
Thu, Oct 03, 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 03, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get crafty!
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Fri, Oct 04, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stitching Science - Lauren Wright Vartanian
Fri, Oct 04, All day
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
September 30 - December 15, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Fri, Oct 04, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Fri, Oct 04, All day
Queen's Square
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Time for Twos and Threes - Ages 2 - 3
Fri, Oct 04, 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, Oct 04, 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, Oct 04, 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, Oct 04, 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 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Get ready for some circle time fun!
This event is full
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Fri, Oct 04, 11:15am - 11:45am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Exhibition Celebration - 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Fri, Oct 04, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Queen's Square - Gallery ,Lobby
Celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Sat, Oct 05, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stitching Science - Lauren Wright Vartanian
Sat, Oct 05, All day
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
September 30 - December 15, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Sat, Oct 05, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Sat, Oct 05, All day
Queen's Square
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Introduction to Cricut Maker - Ages 13+
Sat, Oct 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Learn the basics of our Cricut Maker.
Practice Your English - Ages 16+
Sat, Oct 05, 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, Oct 06, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stitching Science - Lauren Wright Vartanian
Sun, Oct 06, All day
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
September 30 - December 15, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Sun, Oct 06, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Sun, Oct 06, All day
Queen's Square
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Mon, Oct 07, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stitching Science - Lauren Wright Vartanian
Mon, Oct 07, All day
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
September 30 - December 15, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Mon, Oct 07, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Mon, Oct 07, All day
Queen's Square
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Mon, Oct 07, 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, Oct 07, 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, Oct 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Let's Play!
Music n' Motion - All Ages
Mon, Oct 07, 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, Oct 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Come shake, rattle, and read with us!
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Mon, Oct 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Department
Let's Play!
Community Desk: Welcome Kinbridge! - Newcomer Employment Workshop
Mon, Oct 07, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you a newcomer trying to get ready for the Canadian workforce? Kinbridge is here to help.
Reading Buddies - Ages 5 - 10
Mon, Oct 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy.
Craft Stop - Ages 5 - 10
Mon, Oct 07, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Department
Make a different craft each week.
Photography for Beginners
Mon, Oct 07, 6:30pm - 8:15pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Learn the basics of SLR-style photography.
Creative Oasis: Unplugged and Screen-Free
Mon, Oct 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Drop in and unplug: read, draw, colour, crochet, or do a puzzle in a relaxing atmosphere.
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Tue, Oct 08, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stitching Science - Lauren Wright Vartanian
Tue, Oct 08, All day
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
September 30 - December 15, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Tue, Oct 08, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Tue, Oct 08, All day
Queen's Square
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Community Desk: Welcome YMCA Immigrant Services - Library Settlement Program at Queen's Square
Tue, Oct 08, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.
Kindergarten Connections - Ages 3 - 5
Tue, Oct 08, 10:00am - 10:45am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get ready for Kindergarten!
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Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Tue, Oct 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Art Cart
Tue, Oct 08, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Drop in to create a unique craft!
Preschool Picassos - All Ages
Tue, Oct 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Draw out your child's inner Picasso with amazing art projects.
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STEAM Storytime - All Ages
Tue, Oct 08, 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, Oct 08, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get ready for some circle time fun!
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Kindergarten Connections - Ages 3 - 5
Tue, Oct 08, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Get ready for Kindergarten!
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Art Through the Ages - Ages 5 - 12
Tue, Oct 08, 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, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy.
Recycle It! - Ages 5 - 10
Tue, Oct 08, 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, Oct 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Old Post Office - Creative Studios
STEAM fun with our friends from the University of Waterloo.
Learn Morse Code with Cambridge Amateur Radio - Ages 13+
Tue, Oct 08, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Learn this well-known code used in amateur radio, aviation, and the military.
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Ukulele Meet-Up
Tue, Oct 08, 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, Oct 08, 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, Oct 08, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Hespeler
Wear your pajamas and bring a stuffie to this evening storytime for families.
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Wed, Oct 09, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stitching Science - Lauren Wright Vartanian
Wed, Oct 09, All day
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
September 30 - December 15, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Wed, Oct 09, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Wed, Oct 09, All day
Queen's Square
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Wed, Oct 09, 9:30am - 10:00am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Sensory Tales - All Ages
Wed, Oct 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
All the senses are celebrated in this inclusive sensory experience.
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Hespeler Knitting Circle
Wed, Oct 09, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Wed, Oct 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Baby Connections - Birth - 12 Months
Wed, Oct 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Get ready for some circle time fun!
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Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Wed, Oct 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Department
Let's Play!
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Wed, Oct 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Let's Play!
Connections 50+ Hespeler - Music Trivia Bingo
Wed, Oct 09, 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.
Maker Madness - Ages 6 - 12
Wed, Oct 09, 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 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Enjoy games, activities, crafts, and yummy snacks.
Practice Your English - Ages 16+
Wed, Oct 09, 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 09, 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 10, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stitching Science - Lauren Wright Vartanian
Thu, Oct 10, All day
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
September 30 - December 15, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Thu, Oct 10, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Thu, Oct 10, All day
Queen's Square
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Community Desk: Welcome YMCA Immigrant Services - Library Settlement Program at Queen's Square
Thu, Oct 10, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Queen's Square - 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 10, 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 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Clemens Mill - Children's Department
Let your imagination run wild!
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Thu, Oct 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Thu, Oct 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Preston - Children's Department
Let's Play!
Homeschool Makers - Ages 5 - 10
Thu, Oct 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
An interactive opportunity to explore a wide range of maker equipment.
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Homeschool Heroes - Ages 5 - 10
Thu, Oct 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Calling all heroes! This program teaches kids that empathy can make us all heroes.
Preschool Picassos - All Ages
Thu, Oct 10, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Draw out your child's inner Picasso with amazing art projects.
This event is full
Practice Your English - Ages 16+
Thu, Oct 10, 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 10, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
In collaboration with SPECTRUM Waterloo Region's Rainbow Community Space.
Learn to Crochet: Mini Pumpkin
Thu, Oct 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Get ready for autumn. Learn basic crochet stitches while making a mini crocheted pumpkin.
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DIY Weaving Workshop
Thu, Oct 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Create your own loom and weave a coaster.
Ukulele Meet-Up
Thu, Oct 10, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Enjoy singing and smiling while strumming your ukulele with this casual group.
Next in Soldering: 6-Digit LED Digital Clock - Ages 16+
Thu, Oct 10, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Creative Studios
Learn basic soldering skills in this two-week program.
Register
Crafty Kids - All Ages
Thu, Oct 10, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get crafty!
Fibreworks 20th Anniversary Collection Show
Fri, Oct 11, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stitching Science - Lauren Wright Vartanian
Fri, Oct 11, All day
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
September 30 - December 15, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Fri, Oct 11, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Fri, Oct 11, All day
Queen's Square
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Old Post Office Book Club - Adults 18+
Fri, Oct 11, 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, Oct 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Bring your tot for some late-morning fun.
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PD Day Stay and Play - All Ages
Fri, Oct 11, 10:00am - 4:00pm
All Locations
Come and stay and play!
Kindness Rocks - All Ages
Fri, Oct 11, 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, Oct 11, 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.
Art Cart: Weaving
Fri, Oct 11, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Drop in to create a unique craft!
Baby Connections - Birth - 12 Months
Fri, Oct 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Get ready for some circle time fun!
This event is full
Connections 50+ Queen's Square - Advance Care Planning with Hospice Waterloo Region
Fri, Oct 11, 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, Oct 11, 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, Oct 11, 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, Oct 12, All day
Preston - Gallery
September 7 - December 1, 2024
Stitching Science - Lauren Wright Vartanian
Sat, Oct 12, All day
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
September 30 - December 15, 2024
Stock-in-Transit - José Luis Torres
Sat, Oct 12, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
September 12, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks
Sat, Oct 12, All day
Queen's Square
August 24 - November 10, 2024
Practice Your English - Ages 16+
Sat, Oct 12, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Queen's Square - Boardroom
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Thanksgiving Closure
Sun, Oct 13, All day
Multiple Locations
All Idea Exchange locations will be closed October 13 and 14 for Thanksgiving.
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