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Practice Your English Queen's Square

Ages 16+

2023-09-23 14:00:00 2023-09-23 15:30:00 America/New_York Practice Your English Queen's Square Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English. Queen's Square - Greg Hayton Meeting Room

Saturday, September 23
2:00pm - 3:30pm

Add to Calendar 2023-09-23 14:00:00 2023-09-23 15:30:00 America/New_York Practice Your English Queen's Square Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English. Queen's Square - Greg Hayton Meeting Room

Queen's Square

Greg Hayton Meeting Room

Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.

Join us for casual conversation and connection led by experienced and friendly Idea Exchange volunteers.

These weekly sessions cover various topics featuring group activities and one-on-one or one-on-two practice in a fun and helpful environment.

Cost: Free

AGE GROUP: | Newcomers |

EVENT TYPE: | Programs + Workshops |

TAGS: | LearnEnglish | Language | ESL | Conversation | Circles |

Queen's Square

Phone: 519-621-0460

Hours
Mon, Nov 27 9:30AM to 8:30PM
Tue, Nov 28 9:30AM to 8:30PM
Wed, Nov 29 9:30AM to 8:30PM
Thu, Nov 30 9:30AM to 8:30PM
Fri, Dec 01 9:30AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Dec 02 9:30AM to 5:30PM
Sun, Dec 03 1:00PM to 5:00PM

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

Tue, Nov 28, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023

Tue, Nov 28, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Queen's Square
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.

Tue, Nov 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hespeler
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.

Tue, Nov 28, 10:15am - 10:45am
Queen's Square
Get ready for some circle time fun! Complete a registration for EACH CHILD attending the event.
Registration is now closed

Tue, Nov 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Old Post Office
Twinkle, twinkle, little star, how I wonder what you are… Complete a registration for EACH CHILD attending the event.
Registration is now closed

Tue, Nov 28, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Drop in to create a unique craft!

Tue, Nov 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hespeler
Let's Play!

Tue, Nov 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Clemens Mill
Imagine, explore, and discover! Complete a registration for EACH CHILD attending the event.
Registration is now closed

Tue, Nov 28, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Queen's Square
Get ready for Kindergarten! Complete a registration for EACH CHILD attending the event.
Registration is now closed

Tue, Nov 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Clemens Mill
Fall teen drop-in chess club.

Tue, Nov 28, 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!

Tue, Nov 28, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office
Artists of all skill levels are invited to come out for some self-directed still-life drawing practice.
Registration is now closed

Tue, Nov 28, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Old Post Office
Crafts, crafts, crafts! Explore, create, and share.
Registration is now closed

Tue, Nov 28, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square
Enjoy singing and smiling while strumming your ukulele with this casual group.

Tue, Nov 28, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Learn the basics of tapestry weaving on a DIY cardboard loom!
Registration is now closed

Tue, Nov 28, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Hespeler - Children's Department
Hear a bedtime story, sing songs, and make a craft to take home.

Wed, Nov 29, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023

Wed, Nov 29, 9:30am - 10:00am
Clemens Mill
Stretch it out and get your body moving.

Wed, Nov 29, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hespeler
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.

Wed, Nov 29, 10:00am - 4:30pm
Clemens Mill
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.

Wed, Nov 29, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square
Draw out your child's inner Picasso with amazing art projects. Complete a registration for EACH CHILD attending the event.
Registration is now closed

Wed, Nov 29, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hespeler
Twinkle, twinkle, little star, how I wonder what you are…

Wed, Nov 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square
Let's Play!

Wed, Nov 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston
Bring your tot for some late-morning fun. Complete a registration for EACH CHILD attending the event.

Wed, Nov 29, 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Clemens Mill
Explore the messy side of STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math).

Wed, Nov 29, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Hespeler
Get ready for Kindergarten! Complete a registration for EACH CHILD attending the event.
This event is full

Wed, Nov 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Clemens Mill
From hit TV shows to professional sports, we will put your knowledge to the test.

Wed, Nov 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Queen's Square
An afternoon full of silly science experiments. Complete a registration for EACH CHILD attending the event.

Wed, Nov 29, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Old Post Office
Explore the amazing world of science! Complete a registration for EACH CHILD attending the event.
This event is full

Wed, Nov 29, 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.

Thu, Nov 30, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023

Thu, Nov 30, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Queen's Square
As a primary settlement agency in Cambridge, YMCA Immigrant Services acts as a “first stop” for newcomers.

Thu, Nov 30, 9:30am - 10:00am
Clemens Mill
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.

Thu, Nov 30, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square
Come shake, rattle, and read with us! Complete a registration for EACH CHILD attending the event.
This event is full

Thu, Nov 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Clemens Mill
Let's Play!

Thu, Nov 30, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hespeler
Sing and dance, and practice self-confidence.

Thu, Nov 30, 10:15am - 11:15am
Preston
Let's Play!

Thu, Nov 30, 11:15am - 11:45am
Queen's Square
Imagine, explore, and discover! Complete a registration for EACH CHILD attending the event.
Registration is now closed

Thu, Nov 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hespeler
Snacks with arts and games! Join William weekly for creativity and fun.

Thu, Nov 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Clemens Mill
Let your creativity run wild!

Thu, Nov 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Join SPECTRUM for a discussion and to meet other local gender-diverse folks.

Thu, Nov 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Join Porchlight and our partners for an evening of community conversation.
Register

Thu, Nov 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Old Post Office
Explore all these elements of music and so much more. Complete a registration for EACH CHILD attending the event.
Registration is now closed

Thu, Nov 30, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler
Enjoy singing and smiling while strumming your ukulele with this casual group.

Thu, Nov 30, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Queen's Square
Keep rockin' in your school shoes!

Fri, Dec 01, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023

Fri, Dec 01, 9:30am - 10:00am
Clemens Mill
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

Fri, Dec 01, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hespeler
Come shake, rattle, and read with us! Complete a registration for EACH CHILD attending the event.
This event is full

Fri, Dec 01, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.

Fri, Dec 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston
Get ready for some circle time fun! Complete a registration for EACH CHILD attending the event.
Registration is now closed

Fri, Dec 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Lobby,Studio
Connect with other older adults while enjoying concerts, crafting, chats, and more.

Fri, Dec 01, 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.

Fri, Dec 01, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Hespeler
Celebrate the festive holiday season.

Sat, Dec 02, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023

Sat, Dec 02, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Old Post Office - Reading Room,Creative Studios,Children's Discovery Centre
Get in the holiday spirit with winter-themed activities and an opportunity to talk to Santa (pre-registration required).

Rescheduled
Sat, Dec 02, 10:30am - 12:30pm
New date Thursday, November 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office
Learn to illustrate!

Sat, Dec 02, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Department
Get ready for a series of festive challenges, competitions, and crafts.

Sun, Dec 03, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023

Mon, Dec 04, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023

Mon, Dec 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get ready for the holidays with fun crafts.

Mon, Dec 04, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.

Tue, Dec 05, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023

Tue, Dec 05, 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

Tue, Dec 05, 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

Tue, Dec 05, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Enjoy singing and smiling while strumming your ukulele with this casual group.

Tue, Dec 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department,Children's Program Room
Come meet Santa's Elves and write your letter to the North Pole!

Wed, Dec 06, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023

Wed, Dec 06, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler
From cards to Catan, this is a warm and friendly atmosphere for fans of low-tech table games.

Wed, Dec 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Bereaved Families of Ontario – Midwestern Region (BFO) shares practical coping strategies for the holiday season.

Wed, Dec 06, 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.

Thu, Dec 07, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023

Thu, Dec 07, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Gaming fun with a retro twist!

Thu, Dec 07, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
LGBTQ2S+ identifying individuals are invited to explore a different creative project each month in a fun and safe space.

Thu, Dec 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get ready for the holidays with fun crafts.

Thu, Dec 07, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Enjoy singing and smiling while strumming your ukulele with this casual group.

Fri, Dec 08, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023

Fri, Dec 08, 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.

Fri, Dec 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Studio,Lobby
Connect with other older adults while enjoying concerts, crafting, chats, and more.

Fri, Dec 08, 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.

Sat, Dec 09, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023

Sat, Dec 09, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 9, 2023 to March 17, 2024

Sat, Dec 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Old Post Office
Explore the different 3D printers available in the Makerspace.
This event is full

Sat, Dec 09, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Department
Get ready for a series of festive challenges, competitions, and crafts.

Sat, Dec 09, 12:00pm - 2:30pm
Preston - Gallery
Join us for the opening reception of José Luis Torres exhibition, Dérives.

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.

Sat, Dec 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Queen's Square
Drop in for seasonal music with Morphy Music and stay for a festive treat.

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.

Sun, Dec 10, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023

Sun, Dec 10, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 9, 2023 to March 17, 2024

Mon, Dec 11, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023

Mon, Dec 11, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 9, 2023 to March 17, 2024

Mon, Dec 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get ready for the holidays with fun crafts.

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

Mon, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.

Tue, Dec 12, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023

Tue, Dec 12, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 9, 2023 to March 17, 2024

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.

Tue, Dec 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Preston - Children's Department
Make an ornament using recycled materials.

Wed, Dec 13, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023

Wed, Dec 13, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 9, 2023 to March 17, 2024

Wed, Dec 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Come try to nail your sugar cookie decorating skills!

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.

Thu, Dec 14, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023

Thu, Dec 14, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 9, 2023 to March 17, 2024

Thu, Dec 14, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Create your own card to give over the holidays!

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.

Thu, Dec 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get ready for the holidays with fun crafts.

Thu, Dec 14, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Enjoy singing and smiling while strumming your ukulele with this casual group.

Fri, Dec 15, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023

Fri, Dec 15, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 9, 2023 to March 17, 2024

Fri, Dec 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Studio,Lobby
Connect with other older adults while enjoying concerts, crafting, chats, and more.

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.

Sat, Dec 16, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023

Sat, Dec 16, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 9, 2023 to March 17, 2024

Sat, Dec 16, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Department
Get ready for a series of festive challenges, competitions, and crafts.

Sun, Dec 17, All day
Queen's Square
September 30 to December 17, 2023

Sun, Dec 17, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 9, 2023 to March 17, 2024

Mon, Dec 18, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 9, 2023 to March 17, 2024

Mon, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.

Tue, Dec 19, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 9, 2023 to March 17, 2024

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.

Wed, Dec 20, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 9, 2023 to March 17, 2024

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.

Thu, Dec 21, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 9, 2023 to March 17, 2024

Thu, Dec 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Preston - Children's Department
Let's read stories with Santa!

Thu, Dec 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Join us for our last Queer Reading Circle of 2023!

Fri, Dec 22, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 9, 2023 to March 17, 2024

Canceled
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.

Sat, Dec 23, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 9, 2023 to March 17, 2024

Sat, Dec 23, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Department
Get ready for a series of festive challenges, competitions, and crafts.

Sun, Dec 24, All day
Multiple Locations
All Idea Exchange locations will be closed: December 24th, 25th, and 26th.

Mon, Dec 25, All day
Multiple Locations
All Idea Exchange locations will be closed: December 24th, 25th, and 26th.

Tue, Dec 26, All day
Multiple Locations
All Idea Exchange locations will be closed: December 24th, 25th, and 26th.

Wed, Dec 27, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 9, 2023 to March 17, 2024

Wed, Dec 27, 10:00am - 7:00pm
Multiple Locations
Winter break means more fun for everyone!

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.

Thu, Dec 28, All day
Preston - Gallery
December 9, 2023 to March 17, 2024

Thu, Dec 28, 10:00am - 7:00pm
Multiple Locations
Winter break means more fun for everyone!

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.
Registration opens Monday, December 4 2023 at 10:00am

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.