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The Old Post Office circa 20th century in Downtown Galt.

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The Old Post Office: A Historic Past, an Innovative Future
2023-10-11 18:30:00 2023-10-11 20:00:00 America/New_York The Old Post Office: A Historic Past, an Innovative Future City of Cambridge Information and Archives Analyst Dan Schmalz shares stories of the Galt Post Office building Old Post Office -

Wednesday, October 11
6:30pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-10-11 18:30:00 2023-10-11 20:00:00 America/New_York The Old Post Office: A Historic Past, an Innovative Future City of Cambridge Information and Archives Analyst Dan Schmalz shares stories of the Galt Post Office building Old Post Office -

City of Cambridge Information and Archives Analyst Dan Schmalz shares stories of the Galt Post Office building

Dan takes a look at the role this building has played in our community from its early days as a post office to its present as a digital learning space.

Cost: Free

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Programs + Workshops | Lectures + Talks |

TAGS: | OPO5 | History | Heritage | Community |

Old Post Office
Phone: 226-533-2767
Hours
Mon, Dec 04 10:00AM to 5:30PM
Tue, Dec 05 10:00AM to 8:30PM
Wed, Dec 06 10:00AM to 8:30PM
Thu, Dec 07 10:00AM to 8:30PM
Fri, Dec 08 10:00AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Dec 09 9:30AM to 5:30PM
Sun, Dec 10 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

The Old Post Office location, opened in 2018, is Canada’s first all-digital library, which includes Creative Studios, Discovery Centre, Makerspace, and Riverview Reading Room.

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

Outerwhere - Meera Sethi
Sat, Dec 09, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023
Reading Rewards, Contests, Missions, and more - All Ages
Sat, Dec 09, All day
Multiple Locations
Use your skills to win prizes, solve puzzles, and have fun. Participate on your own or with your best pals.
Dérives - José Luis Torres
Sat, Dec 09, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 9, 2023 to March 17, 2024
Introduction to 3D Printing
Sat, Dec 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Old Post Office
Explore the different 3D printers available in the Makerspace.
Registration is now closed
Reindeer Games - All Ages
Sat, Dec 09, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Department
Get ready for a series of festive challenges, competitions, and crafts.
Opening Reception: Dérives - José Luis Torres
Sat, Dec 09, 12:00pm - 2:30pm
Preston - Gallery
Join us for the opening reception of José Luis Torres exhibition, Dérives.
Build It!
Sat, Dec 09, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Inspired by the work of José Luis Torres, create your own miniature architectural sculpture.
Holiday Music with Morphy Music - Tis the Season for festive fun!
Sat, Dec 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Queen's Square
Drop in for seasonal music with Morphy Music and stay for a festive treat.
Grand River Play Project - Presents A Grand Winter
Sat, Dec 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room,Reading Room
It's not just a play, it's a collaborative experience.
Registration is now closed
Outerwhere - Meera Sethi
Sun, Dec 10, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023
Reading Rewards, Contests, Missions, and more - All Ages
Sun, Dec 10, All day
Multiple Locations
Use your skills to win prizes, solve puzzles, and have fun. Participate on your own or with your best pals.
Dérives - José Luis Torres
Sun, Dec 10, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 9, 2023 to March 17, 2024
Outerwhere - Meera Sethi
Mon, Dec 11, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023
Reading Rewards, Contests, Missions, and more - All Ages
Mon, Dec 11, All day
Multiple Locations
Use your skills to win prizes, solve puzzles, and have fun. Participate on your own or with your best pals.
Dérives - José Luis Torres
Mon, Dec 11, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 9, 2023 to March 17, 2024
Holiday Decoration Stations - All Ages
Mon, Dec 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get ready for the holidays with fun crafts.
Art and Wellness
Mon, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Enjoy a creative evening in the Gallery Studio with a focus on improving mental health.
This event is full
Knit 'n' Chat Meet-Up
Mon, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Outerwhere - Meera Sethi
Tue, Dec 12, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023
Reading Rewards, Contests, Missions, and more - All Ages
Tue, Dec 12, All day
Multiple Locations
Use your skills to win prizes, solve puzzles, and have fun. Participate on your own or with your best pals.
Dérives - José Luis Torres
Tue, Dec 12, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 9, 2023 to March 17, 2024
Service Canada Drop-In Clinic
Tue, Dec 12, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Clemens Mill
A Client Service Specialist from Service Canada will be onsite to provide support and resources to the public.
Recycled Ornament Craft Night - Ages 6 - 18
Tue, Dec 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Preston - Children's Department
Make an ornament using recycled materials.
Ukulele Holiday Concert
Tue, Dec 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
A holiday-inspired concert along the river.
Outerwhere - Meera Sethi
Wed, Dec 13, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023
Reading Rewards, Contests, Missions, and more - All Ages
Wed, Dec 13, All day
Multiple Locations
Use your skills to win prizes, solve puzzles, and have fun. Participate on your own or with your best pals.
Dérives - José Luis Torres
Wed, Dec 13, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 9, 2023 to March 17, 2024
Board Meeting
Wed, Dec 13, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Virtual
Members of the public are invited to participate in the Regular Board Meeting.
Nailed it! Cookie Decorating - Ages 13+
Wed, Dec 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Come try to nail your sugar cookie decorating skills!
This event is full
Fibre Arts Meet-Up
Wed, Dec 13, 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, Dec 14, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023
Reading Rewards, Contests, Missions, and more - All Ages
Thu, Dec 14, All day
Multiple Locations
Use your skills to win prizes, solve puzzles, and have fun. Participate on your own or with your best pals.
Dérives - José Luis Torres
Thu, Dec 14, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 9, 2023 to March 17, 2024
Holiday Card Making
Thu, Dec 14, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Create your own card to give over the holidays!
SPECTRUM Cambridge Transgender Peer Support Group
Thu, Dec 14, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Join SPECTRUM for a discussion and to meet other local gender-diverse folks.
Holiday Decoration Stations - All Ages
Thu, Dec 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get ready for the holidays with fun crafts.
Ukulele Meet-Up
Thu, Dec 14, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Enjoy singing and smiling while strumming your ukulele with this casual group.
Outerwhere - Meera Sethi
Fri, Dec 15, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023
Reading Rewards, Contests, Missions, and more - All Ages
Fri, Dec 15, All day
Multiple Locations
Use your skills to win prizes, solve puzzles, and have fun. Participate on your own or with your best pals.
Dérives - José Luis Torres
Fri, Dec 15, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 9, 2023 to March 17, 2024
Connections 50+ - Ages 50+
Fri, Dec 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Studio,Lobby
Connect with other older adults while enjoying concerts, crafting, chats, and more.
Career and Job Support
Fri, Dec 15, 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, Dec 16, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023
Reading Rewards, Contests, Missions, and more - All Ages
Sat, Dec 16, All day
Multiple Locations
Use your skills to win prizes, solve puzzles, and have fun. Participate on your own or with your best pals.
Dérives - José Luis Torres
Sat, Dec 16, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 9, 2023 to March 17, 2024
Reindeer Games - All Ages
Sat, Dec 16, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Department
Get ready for a series of festive challenges, competitions, and crafts.
Outerwhere - Meera Sethi
Sun, Dec 17, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023
Reading Rewards, Contests, Missions, and more - All Ages
Sun, Dec 17, All day
Multiple Locations
Use your skills to win prizes, solve puzzles, and have fun. Participate on your own or with your best pals.
Dérives - José Luis Torres
Sun, Dec 17, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 9, 2023 to March 17, 2024
Reading Rewards, Contests, Missions, and more - All Ages
Mon, Dec 18, All day
Multiple Locations
Use your skills to win prizes, solve puzzles, and have fun. Participate on your own or with your best pals.
Dérives - José Luis Torres
Mon, Dec 18, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 9, 2023 to March 17, 2024
Knit 'n' Chat Meet-Up
Mon, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Reading Rewards, Contests, Missions, and more - All Ages
Tue, Dec 19, All day
Multiple Locations
Use your skills to win prizes, solve puzzles, and have fun. Participate on your own or with your best pals.
Dérives - José Luis Torres
Tue, Dec 19, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 9, 2023 to March 17, 2024
Ukulele Meet-Up
Tue, Dec 19, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Enjoy singing and smiling while strumming your ukulele with this casual group.
Reading Rewards, Contests, Missions, and more - All Ages
Wed, Dec 20, All day
Multiple Locations
Use your skills to win prizes, solve puzzles, and have fun. Participate on your own or with your best pals.
Dérives - José Luis Torres
Wed, Dec 20, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 9, 2023 to March 17, 2024
Fibre Arts Meet-Up
Wed, Dec 20, 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.
Reading Rewards, Contests, Missions, and more - All Ages
Thu, Dec 21, All day
Multiple Locations
Use your skills to win prizes, solve puzzles, and have fun. Participate on your own or with your best pals.
Dérives - José Luis Torres
Thu, Dec 21, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 9, 2023 to March 17, 2024
Santa Storytime - All Ages
Thu, Dec 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Preston - Children's Department
Let's read stories with Santa!
Queer Reading Circle
Thu, Dec 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Join us for our last Queer Reading Circle of 2023!
Reading Rewards, Contests, Missions, and more - All Ages
Fri, Dec 22, All day
Multiple Locations
Use your skills to win prizes, solve puzzles, and have fun. Participate on your own or with your best pals.
Dérives - José Luis Torres
Fri, Dec 22, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 9, 2023 to March 17, 2024
Canceled
Career and Job Support
Fri, Dec 22, 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.
Reading Rewards, Contests, Missions, and more - All Ages
Sat, Dec 23, All day
Multiple Locations
Use your skills to win prizes, solve puzzles, and have fun. Participate on your own or with your best pals.
Dérives - José Luis Torres
Sat, Dec 23, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 9, 2023 to March 17, 2024
Reindeer Games - All Ages
Sat, Dec 23, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Department
Get ready for a series of festive challenges, competitions, and crafts.
Christmas Closure
Sun, Dec 24, All day
Multiple Locations
All Idea Exchange locations will be closed: December 24th, 25th, and 26th.
Reading Rewards, Contests, Missions, and more - All Ages
Sun, Dec 24, All day
Multiple Locations
Use your skills to win prizes, solve puzzles, and have fun. Participate on your own or with your best pals.
Christmas Closure
Mon, Dec 25, All day
Multiple Locations
All Idea Exchange locations will be closed: December 24th, 25th, and 26th.
Reading Rewards, Contests, Missions, and more - All Ages
Mon, Dec 25, All day
Multiple Locations
Use your skills to win prizes, solve puzzles, and have fun. Participate on your own or with your best pals.
Christmas Closure
Tue, Dec 26, All day
Multiple Locations
All Idea Exchange locations will be closed: December 24th, 25th, and 26th.
Reading Rewards, Contests, Missions, and more - All Ages
Tue, Dec 26, All day
Multiple Locations
Use your skills to win prizes, solve puzzles, and have fun. Participate on your own or with your best pals.
Reading Rewards, Contests, Missions, and more - All Ages
Wed, Dec 27, All day
Multiple Locations
Use your skills to win prizes, solve puzzles, and have fun. Participate on your own or with your best pals.
Dérives - José Luis Torres
Wed, Dec 27, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 9, 2023 to March 17, 2024
Winter Carnival - All Ages
Wed, Dec 27, 10:00am - 7:00pm
Multiple Locations
Winter break means more fun for everyone!
Fibre Arts Meet-Up
Wed, Dec 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.
Reading Rewards, Contests, Missions, and more - All Ages
Thu, Dec 28, All day
Multiple Locations
Use your skills to win prizes, solve puzzles, and have fun. Participate on your own or with your best pals.
Dérives - José Luis Torres
Thu, Dec 28, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 9, 2023 to March 17, 2024
Winter Carnival - All Ages
Thu, Dec 28, 10:00am - 7:00pm
Multiple Locations
Winter break means more fun for everyone!
BarryO Magic Show - All Ages
Thu, Dec 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hespeler - Magazine Lounge
He's a ventriloquist, magician, and more. Complete a registration for EACH PERSON attending the event.
SPECTRUM Cambridge Transgender Peer Support Group
Thu, Dec 28, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Join SPECTRUM for a discussion and to meet other local gender-diverse folks.
Reading Rewards, Contests, Missions, and more - All Ages
Fri, Dec 29, All day
Multiple Locations
Use your skills to win prizes, solve puzzles, and have fun. Participate on your own or with your best pals.
Dérives - José Luis Torres
Fri, Dec 29, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 9, 2023 to March 17, 2024
Winter Carnival - All Ages
Fri, Dec 29, 10:00am - 5:00pm
All Locations
Winter break means more fun for everyone!
Canceled
Career and Job Support
Fri, Dec 29, 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.
Reading Rewards, Contests, Missions, and more - All Ages
Sat, Dec 30, All day
Multiple Locations
Use your skills to win prizes, solve puzzles, and have fun. Participate on your own or with your best pals.
Dérives - José Luis Torres
Sat, Dec 30, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 9, 2023 to March 17, 2024
Winter Carnival - All Ages
Sat, Dec 30, 10:00am - 5:00pm
All Locations
Winter break means more fun for everyone!
Frozen Fun Party - All Ages
Sat, Dec 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Department
Join Elsa and Anna for wintry fun!
Art Cart: Magic Wand
Sat, Dec 30, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Create your own magic wand!
New Year's Closures
Sun, Dec 31, All day
Multiple Locations
All Idea Exchange locations close for December 31st for New Year's Eve and remain closed on January 1st for New Year's Day.
Reading Rewards, Contests, Missions, and more - All Ages
Sun, Dec 31, All day
Multiple Locations
Use your skills to win prizes, solve puzzles, and have fun. Participate on your own or with your best pals.
Dérives - José Luis Torres
Sun, Dec 31, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 9, 2023 to March 17, 2024
Winter Carnival - All Ages
Sun, Dec 31, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
All Locations
Winter break means more fun for everyone!
New Year's Closures
Mon, Jan 01, All day
Multiple Locations
All Idea Exchange locations close for December 31st for New Year's Eve and remain closed on January 1st for New Year's Day.
Reading Rewards, Contests, Missions, and more - All Ages
Mon, Jan 01, All day
Multiple Locations
Use your skills to win prizes, solve puzzles, and have fun. Participate on your own or with your best pals.
Reading Rewards, Contests, Missions, and more - All Ages
Tue, Jan 02, All day
Multiple Locations
Use your skills to win prizes, solve puzzles, and have fun. Participate on your own or with your best pals.
Dérives - José Luis Torres
Tue, Jan 02, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 9, 2023 to March 17, 2024
Winter Carnival - All Ages
Tue, Jan 02, 10:00am - 7:00pm
Multiple Locations
Winter break means more fun for everyone!
Art Cart: Winter Wonderland
Tue, Jan 02, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Make a unique craft!
Reading Rewards, Contests, Missions, and more - All Ages
Wed, Jan 03, All day
Multiple Locations
Use your skills to win prizes, solve puzzles, and have fun. Participate on your own or with your best pals.
Dérives - José Luis Torres
Wed, Jan 03, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 9, 2023 to March 17, 2024
Winter Carnival - All Ages
Wed, Jan 03, 10:00am - 7:00pm
Multiple Locations
Winter break means more fun for everyone!
Art Cart: Winter Wonderland
Wed, Jan 03, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Make a unique craft!
Board Game Café - Ages 16+
Wed, Jan 03, 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.
Fibre Arts Meet-Up
Wed, Jan 03, 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.
Reading Rewards, Contests, Missions, and more - All Ages
Thu, Jan 04, All day
Multiple Locations
Use your skills to win prizes, solve puzzles, and have fun. Participate on your own or with your best pals.
Dérives - José Luis Torres
Thu, Jan 04, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 9, 2023 to March 17, 2024
Winter Carnival - All Ages
Thu, Jan 04, 10:00am - 7:00pm
Multiple Locations
Winter break means more fun for everyone!
Art Cart: Winter Wonderland
Thu, Jan 04, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Make a unique craft!
Ukulele Meet-Up
Thu, Jan 04, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Enjoy singing and smiling while strumming your ukulele with this casual group.
Reading Rewards, Contests, Missions, and more - All Ages
Fri, Jan 05, All day
Multiple Locations
Use your skills to win prizes, solve puzzles, and have fun. Participate on your own or with your best pals.
Dérives - José Luis Torres
Fri, Jan 05, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 9, 2023 to March 17, 2024
Winter Carnival - All Ages
Fri, Jan 05, 10:00am - 5:00pm
All Locations
Winter break means more fun for everyone!
Art Cart: Winter Wonderland
Fri, Jan 05, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Make a unique craft!
Reading Rewards, Contests, Missions, and more - All Ages
Sat, Jan 06, All day
Multiple Locations
Use your skills to win prizes, solve puzzles, and have fun. Participate on your own or with your best pals.
Dérives - José Luis Torres
Sat, Jan 06, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 9, 2023 to March 17, 2024
Winter Carnival - All Ages
Sat, Jan 06, 10:00am - 5:00pm
All Locations
Winter break means more fun for everyone!
Queer Craft Circle
Sat, Jan 06, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
LGBTQ2S+ identifying individuals are invited to explore a different creative project each month in a fun and safe space.
Reading Rewards, Contests, Missions, and more - All Ages
Sun, Jan 07, All day
Multiple Locations
Use your skills to win prizes, solve puzzles, and have fun. Participate on your own or with your best pals.
Dérives - José Luis Torres
Sun, Jan 07, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 9, 2023 to March 17, 2024
Winter Carnival - All Ages
Sun, Jan 07, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
All Locations
Winter break means more fun for everyone!
Reading Rewards, Contests, Missions, and more - All Ages
Mon, Jan 08, All day
Multiple Locations
Use your skills to win prizes, solve puzzles, and have fun. Participate on your own or with your best pals.
Dérives - José Luis Torres
Mon, Jan 08, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 9, 2023 to March 17, 2024
Knit 'n' Chat Meet-Up
Mon, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
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