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Thanksgiving Closure
2024-10-13 00:00:00 2024-10-13 23:59:00 America/New_York Thanksgiving Closure All Idea Exchange locations will be closed October 13 and 14 for Thanksgiving. Multiple Locations -

Sunday, October 13
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Add to Calendar 2024-10-13 00:00:00 2024-10-13 23:59:00 America/New_York Thanksgiving Closure All Idea Exchange locations will be closed October 13 and 14 for Thanksgiving. Multiple Locations -

All Idea Exchange locations will be closed October 13 and 14 for Thanksgiving.

Though our buildings are closed, you can access our online resources such as eBooks, audiobook, magazines, movies, and educational materials at any time. If you are not currently a member, sign-up for a free online membership to start borrowing digital materials and accessing online resources.

Items can be renewed online or over the telephone (519-740-3000) while we are closed.

You can also visit the Cambridge Art Galleries online to view the Fibre Art Collection digitally.

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Phone: 519-621-0460
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Wed, Apr 08 9:30AM to 8:30PM
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Fri, Apr 10 9:30AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Apr 11 9:30AM to 5:30PM
Sun, Apr 12 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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Be inspired at Cambridge Public Library. Connect with the public libraries and public art galleries of Cambridge. Cambridge Public Library supports and inspires our community with an environment of discovery for people of all ages.

Upcoming events

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Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Mon, Apr 06, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Mon, Apr 06, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Mon, Apr 06, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Industrial Intimacies - Cal Lane
Mon, Apr 06, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
January 24 - April 19
Belonging Community Exhibitions - Rafa Cavalheri
Mon, Apr 06, All day
Riverview Room
March 30 - April 24
Hope Chest - Melissa Johns
Mon, Apr 06, All day
In the Community
February 2 - April 30, 2026
Belonging: Made by Many - with Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald
Mon, Apr 06, All day
Preston - Gallery
Featuring artwork created by the community with Belonging Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald.
Preschool Picassos - All Ages
Mon, Apr 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Draw out your child's inner Picasso with amazing art projects. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Mon, Apr 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Department
Let's play!
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Mon, Apr 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Kindergarten Connections - Ages 3 - 5
Mon, Apr 06, 10:30am - 11:15am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Baby Connections - Birth - 12 Months
Mon, Apr 06, 11:15am - 11:45am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get ready for some circle time fun! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Kids Board Game Café - Ages 5 - 12
Mon, Apr 06, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Play, snack, and relax with board games.
Make, Do, and Mend - Ages 10 - 13
Mon, Apr 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Unleash your creativity and turn fabric into fun one-of-a-kind creations.
Knit 'n' Chat Meet-up
Mon, Apr 06, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Large Print Area
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Tue, Apr 07, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Tue, Apr 07, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Tue, Apr 07, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Industrial Intimacies - Cal Lane
Tue, Apr 07, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
January 24 - April 19
Belonging Community Exhibitions - Rafa Cavalheri
Tue, Apr 07, All day
Riverview Room
March 30 - April 24
Hope Chest - Melissa Johns
Tue, Apr 07, All day
In the Community
February 2 - April 30, 2026
Belonging: Made by Many - with Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald
Tue, Apr 07, All day
Preston - Gallery
Featuring artwork created by the community with Belonging Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald.
Community Desk: Kitchener-Waterloo Multicultural Centre - Library Settlement Program
Tue, Apr 07, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Tue, Apr 07, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Kindergarten Connections - Ages 3 - 5
Tue, Apr 07, 10:00am - 10:45am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Baby Connections - Birth - 12 Months
Tue, Apr 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Get ready for some circle time fun! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
STEAM for Tots - Birth - 36 Months
Tue, Apr 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Stories and fun learning activities that inspire curious little minds.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Tue, Apr 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Department
Let's play!
Kindergarten Connections - Ages 3 - 5
Tue, Apr 07, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Time for Twos and Threes - Ages 2 - 3
Tue, Apr 07, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Bring your tot for some early afternoon fun. Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
Reading Buddies - Ages 5 - 10
Tue, Apr 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Fibre Arts for Kids - Ages 5 - 12
Tue, Apr 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Learn the basics of fibre arts.
This event is full
Galt Chess Club
Tue, Apr 07, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Audiobook Area
Play the world's most popular board game with fellow chess enthusiasts.
Dungeons & Dragons: Teen Adventures - Ages 14 - 18
Tue, Apr 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Queen's Square - Boardroom
Embark on an eight-week Dungeons & Dragons campaign designed for new players.
This event is full
Practice Your English
Tue, Apr 07, 6:45pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Pyjama Tales - All Ages
Tue, Apr 07, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Wear your pyjamas and bring a stuffie to this evening storytime for families.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Wed, Apr 08, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Wed, Apr 08, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Wed, Apr 08, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Industrial Intimacies - Cal Lane
Wed, Apr 08, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
January 24 - April 19
Belonging Community Exhibitions - Rafa Cavalheri
Wed, Apr 08, All day
Riverview Room
March 30 - April 24
Hope Chest - Melissa Johns
Wed, Apr 08, All day
In the Community
February 2 - April 30, 2026
Belonging: Made by Many - with Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald
Wed, Apr 08, All day
Preston - Gallery
Featuring artwork created by the community with Belonging Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald.
Sensory Tales - Ages 2 - 8
Wed, Apr 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
All the senses are celebrated in this inclusive sensory experience. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Dough Rae Me - Ages 3 - 5
Wed, Apr 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Learn how to make different sensory doughs using everyday ingredients. Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Hespeler Knitting Circle
Wed, Apr 08, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Shake, Rattle, and Read - 10 - 24 Months
Wed, Apr 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Come shake, rattle, and read with us! Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Wed, Apr 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Wed, Apr 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Let's play!
Ultimate Makers - Ages 9 - 12
Wed, Apr 08, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
An interactive opportunity to explore a wide range of maker equipment. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
Hespeler Book Club
Wed, Apr 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Old stories, new voices.
This event is full
Create a Mini Dollhouse - Ages 7 - 12
Wed, Apr 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Design and build a miniature dollhouse, starting with a cardboard box.
This event is full
Afterschool Sensory Break - All Ages
Wed, Apr 08, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
A calming session of sensory exploration.
Engineering Science Quest: AI Activity Buddy - Ages 8 - 12
Wed, Apr 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Old Post Office - Creative Studios
Our friends from the University of Waterloo bring science to the Old Post Office.
This event is full
Upcycle Your Closet - Ages 13+
Wed, Apr 08, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Makerspace
A program for upcycling and trading clothing.
Practice Your English
Wed, Apr 08, 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Fibre Arts Meet-Up
Wed, Apr 08, 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.
Learn Morse Code with Cambridge Amateur Radio - Ages 13+
Wed, Apr 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Learn this well-known code used in amateur radio, aviation, and the military.
This event is full
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Thu, Apr 09, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Thu, Apr 09, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Thu, Apr 09, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Industrial Intimacies - Cal Lane
Thu, Apr 09, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
January 24 - April 19
Belonging Community Exhibitions - Rafa Cavalheri
Thu, Apr 09, All day
Riverview Room
March 30 - April 24
Hope Chest - Melissa Johns
Thu, Apr 09, All day
In the Community
February 2 - April 30, 2026
Belonging: Made by Many - with Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald
Thu, Apr 09, All day
Preston - Gallery
Featuring artwork created by the community with Belonging Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald.
Community Desk: Kitchener-Waterloo Multicultural Centre - Library Settlement Program
Thu, Apr 09, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Thu, Apr 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Baby Connections - Birth - 12 Months
Thu, Apr 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Get ready for some circle time fun! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Thu, Apr 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Department
Let's play!
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Thu, Apr 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Preston - Children's Department
Let's play!
Kindness Rocks - All Ages
Thu, Apr 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Sing, dance, and practice self-confidence.
STEAM Storytime - All Ages
Thu, Apr 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Twinkle, twinkle, little star, how I wonder what you are…
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Thu, Apr 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Shake, Rattle, and Read - 10 - 24 Months
Thu, Apr 09, 11:15am - 11:45am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Come shake, rattle, and read with us! Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Practice Your English
Thu, Apr 09, 3:45pm - 5:00pm
Virtual - Zoom 3
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Langs Outreach Services
Thu, Apr 09, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Queen's Square - Glass Study Room
Langs Outreach Team supports people experiencing homelessness with primary care, substance use and addiction support, counseling, system navigation, and community resources.
Upcycled Breezy Flower Mobiles
Thu, Apr 09, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Create a beautiful egg carton flower mobile using upcycled and natural materials in honour of Earth Month.
Paper to Print: refine your draft artist statement - With Instructor Lyla Rye
Thu, Apr 09, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Zoom 1
This workshop explores the process of editing to shape your statement, truly reflecting how you think and work.
Ukulele Meet-Up
Thu, Apr 09, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Enjoy singing, learning and making new friends while strumming on a ukulele with this casual group.
Reading Buddies - Ages 5 - 10
Thu, Apr 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Fri, Apr 10, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Fri, Apr 10, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Fri, Apr 10, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Industrial Intimacies - Cal Lane
Fri, Apr 10, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
January 24 - April 19
Belonging Community Exhibitions - Rafa Cavalheri
Fri, Apr 10, All day
Riverview Room
March 30 - April 24
Hope Chest - Melissa Johns
Fri, Apr 10, All day
In the Community
February 2 - April 30, 2026
Belonging: Made by Many - with Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald
Fri, Apr 10, All day
Preston - Gallery
Featuring artwork created by the community with Belonging Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald.
Time for Twos and Threes - Ages 2 - 3
Fri, Apr 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Bring your tot for some late-morning fun. Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Old Post Office Book Club - Ages 18+
Fri, Apr 10, 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.
Preschool Picassos - All Ages
Fri, Apr 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Draw out your child's inner Picasso with amazing art projects. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Creative Bookbinding - Connections 50+ Queen's Square
Fri, Apr 10, 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, Apr 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Get ready for some circle time fun! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Fri, Apr 10, 11:15am - 11:45am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Poetry Open Mic - First time performers welcome
Fri, Apr 10, 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Hespeler
It's Poetry Month in Canada - a great time for an Open Mic.
Register
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Sat, Apr 11, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Sat, Apr 11, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Sat, Apr 11, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Industrial Intimacies - Cal Lane
Sat, Apr 11, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
January 24 - April 19
Belonging Community Exhibitions - Rafa Cavalheri
Sat, Apr 11, All day
Riverview Room
March 30 - April 24
Hope Chest - Melissa Johns
Sat, Apr 11, All day
In the Community
February 2 - April 30, 2026
Belonging: Made by Many - with Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald
Sat, Apr 11, All day
Preston - Gallery
Featuring artwork created by the community with Belonging Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald.
Practice Your English
Sat, Apr 11, 10:00am - 11:15am
Preston - Fireside Area
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Introduction to Cricut Maker - Ages 13+
Sat, Apr 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Learn the basics of the Cricut Maker.
Second Saturday: Poetry Meet-up - It’s National Poetry Month
Sat, Apr 11, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Queen's Square - Boardroom
Leave free-verse behind and join us for a playful romp into poetic form.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Sun, Apr 12, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Sun, Apr 12, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Sun, Apr 12, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Industrial Intimacies - Cal Lane
Sun, Apr 12, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
January 24 - April 19
Belonging Community Exhibitions - Rafa Cavalheri
Sun, Apr 12, All day
Riverview Room
March 30 - April 24
Hope Chest - Melissa Johns
Sun, Apr 12, All day
In the Community
February 2 - April 30, 2026
Belonging: Made by Many - with Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald
Sun, Apr 12, All day
Preston - Gallery
Featuring artwork created by the community with Belonging Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald.
Sunday Storytime - All Ages
Sun, Apr 12, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
A cozy half-hour filled with enchanting tales and imaginative adventures.
Emerging Artists Concert - By Wilfrid Laurier University Piano Majors
Sun, Apr 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
A delightful hour of music in the Queen's Square foyer.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Mon, Apr 13, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Mon, Apr 13, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
The Keepers - Mads Brimble
Mon, Apr 13, All day
Queen's Square - Outdoor Artist's Garden
November 17, 2025 - April 13, 2026
Industrial Intimacies - Cal Lane
Mon, Apr 13, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
January 24 - April 19
Belonging Community Exhibitions - Rafa Cavalheri
Mon, Apr 13, All day
Riverview Room
March 30 - April 24
Hope Chest - Melissa Johns
Mon, Apr 13, All day
In the Community
February 2 - April 30, 2026
Belonging: Made by Many - with Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald
Mon, Apr 13, All day
Preston - Gallery
Featuring artwork created by the community with Belonging Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald.
Preschool Picassos - All Ages
Mon, Apr 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Draw out your child's inner Picasso with amazing art projects. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Mon, Apr 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Department
Let's play!
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Mon, Apr 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Kindergarten Connections - Ages 3 - 5
Mon, Apr 13, 10:30am - 11:15am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Baby Connections - Birth - 12 Months
Mon, Apr 13, 11:15am - 11:45am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get ready for some circle time fun! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Community Desk: EmployNext - Ready to find your next job?
Mon, Apr 13, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Find lasting and meaningful employment.
Recipe Swap - Connections 50+ Preston
Mon, Apr 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Connect with other adults while enjoying concerts, crafting, chats, and more.
Kids Board Game Café - Ages 5 - 12
Mon, Apr 13, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Play, snack, and relax with board games.
Make, Do, and Mend - Ages 10 - 13
Mon, Apr 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Unleash your creativity and turn fabric into fun one-of-a-kind creations.
French Film Screening - A Difficult Year / Une année difficile
Mon, Apr 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Experience a celebrated French-language feature film.
Knit 'n' Chat Meet-up
Mon, Apr 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Large Print Area
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Tue, Apr 14, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Tue, Apr 14, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Industrial Intimacies - Cal Lane
Tue, Apr 14, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
January 24 - April 19
Belonging Community Exhibitions - Rafa Cavalheri
Tue, Apr 14, All day
Riverview Room
March 30 - April 24
Hope Chest - Melissa Johns
Tue, Apr 14, All day
In the Community
February 2 - April 30, 2026
Belonging: Made by Many - with Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald
Tue, Apr 14, All day
Preston - Gallery
Featuring artwork created by the community with Belonging Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald.
Community Desk: Kitchener-Waterloo Multicultural Centre - Library Settlement Program
Tue, Apr 14, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Tue, Apr 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Kindergarten Connections - Ages 3 - 5
Tue, Apr 14, 10:00am - 10:45am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Baby Connections - Birth - 12 Months
Tue, Apr 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Get ready for some circle time fun! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
STEAM for Tots - Birth - 36 Months
Tue, Apr 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Stories and fun learning activities that inspire curious little minds.
Free Income Tax Clinics for Seniors (50+)
Tue, Apr 14, 10:30am - 2:30pm
Queen's Square - Glass Study Room
Book a free and confidential 30 minute appointment to get your 2025 income taxes filed.
Register
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Tue, Apr 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Department
Let's play!
Kindergarten Connections - Ages 3 - 5
Tue, Apr 14, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Time for Twos and Threes - Ages 2 - 3
Tue, Apr 14, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Bring your tot for some early afternoon fun. Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
Reading Buddies - Ages 5 - 10
Tue, Apr 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Fibre Arts for Kids - Ages 5 - 12
Tue, Apr 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Learn the basics of fibre arts.
This event is full
Galt Chess Club
Tue, Apr 14, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Audiobook Area
Play the world's most popular board game with fellow chess enthusiasts.
DIY for Your Wedding
Tue, Apr 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Learn to customize projects for your wedding using the Makerspace.
Dungeons & Dragons: Teen Adventures - Ages 14 - 18
Tue, Apr 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Queen's Square - Boardroom
Embark on an eight-week Dungeons & Dragons campaign designed for new players.
This event is full
Practice Your English
Tue, Apr 14, 6:45pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Pyjama Tales - All Ages
Tue, Apr 14, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Wear your pyjamas and bring a stuffie to this evening storytime for families.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Wed, Apr 15, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Wed, Apr 15, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Industrial Intimacies - Cal Lane
Wed, Apr 15, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
January 24 - April 19
Belonging Community Exhibitions - Rafa Cavalheri
Wed, Apr 15, All day
Riverview Room
March 30 - April 24
Hope Chest - Melissa Johns
Wed, Apr 15, All day
In the Community
February 2 - April 30, 2026
Belonging: Made by Many - with Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald
Wed, Apr 15, All day
Preston - Gallery
Featuring artwork created by the community with Belonging Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald.
Sensory Tales - Ages 2 - 8
Wed, Apr 15, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
All the senses are celebrated in this inclusive sensory experience. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
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Dough Rae Me - Ages 3 - 5
Wed, Apr 15, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Learn how to make different sensory doughs using everyday ingredients. Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
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Hespeler Knitting Circle
Wed, Apr 15, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Shake, Rattle, and Read - 10 - 24 Months
Wed, Apr 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Come shake, rattle, and read with us! Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Wed, Apr 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Wed, Apr 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Let's play!
Ultimate Makers - Ages 9 - 12
Wed, Apr 15, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
An interactive opportunity to explore a wide range of maker equipment. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
Meet the Artist in Residence - Create in the Preston Gallery with Alisa McRonald
Wed, Apr 15, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Preston - Gallery
Meet the 2026 Belonging Artist in Residence, Alisa McRonald.
Create a Mini Dollhouse - Ages 7 - 12
Wed, Apr 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Design and build a miniature dollhouse, starting with a cardboard box.
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Afterschool Sensory Break - All Ages
Wed, Apr 15, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
A calming session of sensory exploration.
SPECTRUM Cambridge Transgender Peer Support Group
Wed, Apr 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Join SPECTRUM for a discussion and to meet other local gender-diverse folks.
Practice Your English
Wed, Apr 15, 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Fibre Arts Meet-Up
Wed, Apr 15, 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.
Learn Morse Code with Cambridge Amateur Radio - Ages 13+
Wed, Apr 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Learn this well-known code used in amateur radio, aviation, and the military.
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Trauma Informed Care Circle - TEAO Canada - Wounds to Wings
Wed, Apr 15, 6:45pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Rebuilding connections through collective care: TEAO, Canada's trauma-informed circles, blend somatic practices, psycho-education, and breathwork for healing.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Thu, Apr 16, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Thu, Apr 16, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Industrial Intimacies - Cal Lane
Thu, Apr 16, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
January 24 - April 19
Belonging Community Exhibitions - Rafa Cavalheri
Thu, Apr 16, All day
Riverview Room
March 30 - April 24
Hope Chest - Melissa Johns
Thu, Apr 16, All day
In the Community
February 2 - April 30, 2026
Belonging: Made by Many - with Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald
Thu, Apr 16, All day
Preston - Gallery
Featuring artwork created by the community with Belonging Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald.
Community Desk: Kitchener-Waterloo Multicultural Centre - Library Settlement Program
Thu, Apr 16, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Thu, Apr 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Baby Connections - Birth - 12 Months
Thu, Apr 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Get ready for some circle time fun! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
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Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Thu, Apr 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Department
Let's play!
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Thu, Apr 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Preston - Children's Department
Let's play!
Kindness Rocks - All Ages
Thu, Apr 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Sing, dance, and practice self-confidence.
STEAM Storytime - All Ages
Thu, Apr 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Twinkle, twinkle, little star, how I wonder what you are…
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Thu, Apr 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Shake, Rattle, and Read - 10 - 24 Months
Thu, Apr 16, 11:15am - 11:45am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Come shake, rattle, and read with us! Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
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Retro Gaming - Ages 13+
Thu, Apr 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Clemens Mill - Learning Commons
Gaming fun with a retro twist!
Practice Your English
Thu, Apr 16, 3:45pm - 5:00pm
Virtual - Zoom 3
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Langs Outreach Services
Thu, Apr 16, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Queen's Square - Glass Study Room
Langs Outreach Team supports people experiencing homelessness with primary care, substance use and addiction support, counseling, system navigation, and community resources.
Paws for Reading - Ages 5 - 12
Thu, Apr 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Join a class of therapy dogs for the ultimate reading practice program.
Learn to Solder - Ages 16+
Thu, Apr 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Creative Studios
Learn the basics of soldering and electronics.
Queer Craft Circle: Paper Flowers - with Stephen Altena
Thu, Apr 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
2SLGBTQIA+-identifying individuals are invited to explore a different creative project each month in a fun and safe space.
Ukulele Meet-Up
Thu, Apr 16, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Enjoy singing, learning and making new friends while strumming on a ukulele with this casual group.
Reading Buddies - Ages 5 - 10
Thu, Apr 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
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Queer Book Society
Thu, Apr 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
A space for 2SLGBTQIA+ readers to share book recommendations.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Fri, Apr 17, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Fri, Apr 17, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Industrial Intimacies - Cal Lane
Fri, Apr 17, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
January 24 - April 19
Belonging Community Exhibitions - Rafa Cavalheri
Fri, Apr 17, All day
Riverview Room
March 30 - April 24
Hope Chest - Melissa Johns
Fri, Apr 17, All day
In the Community
February 2 - April 30, 2026
Belonging: Made by Many - with Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald
Fri, Apr 17, All day
Preston - Gallery
Featuring artwork created by the community with Belonging Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald.
Time for Twos and Threes - Ages 2 - 3
Fri, Apr 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Bring your tot for some late-morning fun. Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
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Preschool Picassos - All Ages
Fri, Apr 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Draw out your child's inner Picasso with amazing art projects. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
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Dried Flower Painting - Connections 50+ Queen's Square
Fri, Apr 17, 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, Apr 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Get ready for some circle time fun! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
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Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Fri, Apr 17, 11:15am - 11:45am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Sat, Apr 18, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Sat, Apr 18, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Industrial Intimacies - Cal Lane
Sat, Apr 18, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
January 24 - April 19
Belonging Community Exhibitions - Rafa Cavalheri
Sat, Apr 18, All day
Riverview Room
March 30 - April 24
Hope Chest - Melissa Johns
Sat, Apr 18, All day
In the Community
February 2 - April 30, 2026
Belonging: Made by Many - with Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald
Sat, Apr 18, All day
Preston - Gallery
Featuring artwork created by the community with Belonging Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald.
Practice Your English
Sat, Apr 18, 10:00am - 11:15am
Preston - Fireside Area
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Women in Trades: Information Fair
Sat, Apr 18, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Visit one of the community partners in the lobby for more information about apprenticeships, funding, connecting with other women in trades, and organizations supporting the trades.
Introduction to Laser Cutting
Sat, Apr 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Learn the steps to starting a project using the laser cutter in the Makerspace.
Women in Trades: Panel Discussion
Sat, Apr 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Queen's Square - Magazine Lounge
Tara Bursey, Executive Director of Workers Arts and Heritage Centre, moderates a panel discussion on women in the trades.
Board Game Café - Ages 16+
Sat, Apr 18, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Queen's Square - Audiobook Area
From cards to Catan, this is a warm and friendly atmosphere for fans of low-tech table games.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Sun, Apr 19, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Sun, Apr 19, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Industrial Intimacies - Cal Lane
Sun, Apr 19, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
January 24 - April 19
Belonging Community Exhibitions - Rafa Cavalheri
Sun, Apr 19, All day
Riverview Room
March 30 - April 24
Hope Chest - Melissa Johns
Sun, Apr 19, All day
In the Community
February 2 - April 30, 2026
Belonging: Made by Many - with Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald
Sun, Apr 19, All day
Preston - Gallery
Featuring artwork created by the community with Belonging Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald.
Sunday Storytime - All Ages
Sun, Apr 19, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
A cozy half-hour filled with enchanting tales and imaginative adventures.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Mon, Apr 20, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Mon, Apr 20, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Belonging Community Exhibitions - Rafa Cavalheri
Mon, Apr 20, All day
Riverview Room
March 30 - April 24
Hope Chest - Melissa Johns
Mon, Apr 20, All day
In the Community
February 2 - April 30, 2026
Belonging: Made by Many - with Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald
Mon, Apr 20, All day
Preston - Gallery
Featuring artwork created by the community with Belonging Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald.
Preschool Picassos - All Ages
Mon, Apr 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Draw out your child's inner Picasso with amazing art projects. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
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Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Mon, Apr 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Department
Let's play!
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Mon, Apr 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Kindergarten Connections - Ages 3 - 5
Mon, Apr 20, 10:30am - 11:15am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
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Baby Connections - Birth - 12 Months
Mon, Apr 20, 11:15am - 11:45am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get ready for some circle time fun! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
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Kids Board Game Café - Ages 5 - 12
Mon, Apr 20, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Play, snack, and relax with board games.
Make, Do, and Mend - Ages 10 - 13
Mon, Apr 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Unleash your creativity and turn fabric into fun one-of-a-kind creations.
Songwriting for Adults with Eric Bolton - Ages 18+
Mon, Apr 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
An evening of songwriting with local musician and music instructor Eric Bolton. No experience necessary.
Knit 'n' Chat Meet-up
Mon, Apr 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Large Print Area
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Tue, Apr 21, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Tue, Apr 21, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Belonging Community Exhibitions - Rafa Cavalheri
Tue, Apr 21, All day
Riverview Room
March 30 - April 24
Hope Chest - Melissa Johns
Tue, Apr 21, All day
In the Community
February 2 - April 30, 2026
Belonging: Made by Many - with Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald
Tue, Apr 21, All day
Preston - Gallery
Featuring artwork created by the community with Belonging Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald.
Community Desk: Kitchener-Waterloo Multicultural Centre - Library Settlement Program
Tue, Apr 21, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Tue, Apr 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Kindergarten Connections - Ages 3 - 5
Tue, Apr 21, 10:00am - 10:45am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
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Baby Connections - Birth - 12 Months
Tue, Apr 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Get ready for some circle time fun! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
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STEAM for Tots - Birth - 36 Months
Tue, Apr 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Stories and fun learning activities that inspire curious little minds.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Tue, Apr 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Department
Let's play!
Kindergarten Connections - Ages 3 - 5
Tue, Apr 21, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
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Time for Twos and Threes - Ages 2 - 3
Tue, Apr 21, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Bring your tot for some early afternoon fun. Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
Reading Buddies - Ages 5 - 10
Tue, Apr 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
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Fibre Arts for Kids - Ages 5 - 12
Tue, Apr 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Learn the basics of fibre arts.
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Galt Chess Club
Tue, Apr 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Audiobook Area
Play the world's most popular board game with fellow chess enthusiasts.
Art + Wellness - with Mia Praught
Tue, Apr 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Enjoy a creative evening in the Gallery Studio with a focus on improving mental health.
Youth Hub - Gaming, music making, and more... - with Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region. Ages 12 - 17
Tue, Apr 21, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Creative Studios
Play video games, dabble with the instruments in the music hub, and explore the Creative Studios.
Dungeons & Dragons: Teen Adventures - Ages 14 - 18
Tue, Apr 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Queen's Square - Boardroom
Embark on an eight-week Dungeons & Dragons campaign designed for new players.
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Practice Your English
Tue, Apr 21, 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.
UnBook Club - Ages 19+
Tue, Apr 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
New venue Grain of Salt Fine Indian Cuisine
With no set book to read, this club is about great conversation and good fun!
Pyjama Tales - All Ages
Tue, Apr 21, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Wear your pyjamas and bring a stuffie to this evening storytime for families.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Wed, Apr 22, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Wed, Apr 22, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Belonging Community Exhibitions - Rafa Cavalheri
Wed, Apr 22, All day
Riverview Room
March 30 - April 24
Hope Chest - Melissa Johns
Wed, Apr 22, All day
In the Community
February 2 - April 30, 2026
Belonging: Made by Many - with Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald
Wed, Apr 22, All day
Preston - Gallery
Featuring artwork created by the community with Belonging Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald.
Sensory Tales - Ages 2 - 8
Wed, Apr 22, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
All the senses are celebrated in this inclusive sensory experience. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
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Dough Rae Me - Ages 3 - 5
Wed, Apr 22, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Learn how to make different sensory doughs using everyday ingredients. Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
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Hespeler Knitting Circle
Wed, Apr 22, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Shake, Rattle, and Read - 10 - 24 Months
Wed, Apr 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Come shake, rattle, and read with us! Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Wed, Apr 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Wed, Apr 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Let's play!
Ultimate Makers - Ages 9 - 12
Wed, Apr 22, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
An interactive opportunity to explore a wide range of maker equipment. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
Create a Mini Dollhouse - Ages 7 - 12
Wed, Apr 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Design and build a miniature dollhouse, starting with a cardboard box.
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Afterschool Sensory Break - All Ages
Wed, Apr 22, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
A calming session of sensory exploration.
Regular Board Meeting
Wed, Apr 22, 4:45pm - 6:45pm
Queen's Square
Members of the public are welcome to attend Cambridge Public Library Board meetings.
Practice Your English
Wed, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Fibre Arts Meet-Up
Wed, Apr 22, 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.
Learn Morse Code with Cambridge Amateur Radio - Ages 13+
Wed, Apr 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Learn this well-known code used in amateur radio, aviation, and the military.
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Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Thu, Apr 23, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Thu, Apr 23, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Spring Book Sale
Thu, Apr 23, All day
Multiple Locations - Lobby
Hello Spring, Hello Book Sale!
Belonging Community Exhibitions - Rafa Cavalheri
Thu, Apr 23, All day
Riverview Room
March 30 - April 24
Hope Chest - Melissa Johns
Thu, Apr 23, All day
In the Community
February 2 - April 30, 2026
Belonging: Made by Many - with Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald
Thu, Apr 23, All day
Preston - Gallery
Featuring artwork created by the community with Belonging Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald.
Community Desk: Kitchener-Waterloo Multicultural Centre - Library Settlement Program
Thu, Apr 23, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Thu, Apr 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Baby Connections - Birth - 12 Months
Thu, Apr 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Get ready for some circle time fun! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
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Batch Scan Your Photos - Ages 13+
Thu, Apr 23, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Old Post Office - Creative Studios
Learn to scan your old photographs in seconds.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Thu, Apr 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Department
Let's play!
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Thu, Apr 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Preston - Children's Department
Let's play!
Kindness Rocks - All Ages
Thu, Apr 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Sing, dance, and practice self-confidence.
STEAM Storytime - All Ages
Thu, Apr 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Twinkle, twinkle, little star, how I wonder what you are…
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Thu, Apr 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Shake, Rattle, and Read - 10 - 24 Months
Thu, Apr 23, 11:15am - 11:45am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Come shake, rattle, and read with us! Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Practice Your English
Thu, Apr 23, 3:45pm - 5:00pm
Virtual - Zoom 3
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Fun with Fused Glass: Birds - Ages 16+
Thu, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Learn about glass and the fusing process as you make a bird creation.
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Fairy-Lit Bottles: Springtime - Ages 18+
Thu, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Spend a relaxing evening painting an upcycled glass bottle and then light it up with a string of battery-operated lights.
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Ukulele Meet-Up
Thu, Apr 23, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Enjoy singing, learning and making new friends while strumming on a ukulele with this casual group.
Reading Buddies - Ages 5 - 10
Thu, Apr 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Fri, Apr 24, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Fri, Apr 24, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Spring Book Sale
Fri, Apr 24, All day
Multiple Locations - Lobby
Hello Spring, Hello Book Sale!
Belonging Community Exhibitions - Rafa Cavalheri
Fri, Apr 24, All day
Riverview Room
March 30 - April 24
Hope Chest - Melissa Johns
Fri, Apr 24, All day
In the Community
February 2 - April 30, 2026
Belonging: Made by Many - with Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald
Fri, Apr 24, All day
Preston - Gallery
Featuring artwork created by the community with Belonging Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald.
Preston Book Club - Ages 18+
Fri, Apr 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Preston - Fireside Area
Meet with fellow readers to discuss the nuances of a great book.
Time for Twos and Threes - Ages 2 - 3
Fri, Apr 24, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Bring your tot for some late-morning fun. Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
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PD Day Stay and Play - All Ages
Fri, Apr 24, 10:00am - 4:30pm
All Locations
Come and stay and play!
Connections 50+ Presents Cambridge Third Age Learning - Hespeler’s Hidden Secret - Coombe Orphanage
Fri, Apr 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Paul Langan gives a lecture on the history of Coombe Orphanage in Hespeler.
Preschool Picassos - All Ages
Fri, Apr 24, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Draw out your child's inner Picasso with amazing art projects. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
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Baby Connections - Birth - 12 Months
Fri, Apr 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Get ready for some circle time fun! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Fri, Apr 24, 11:15am - 11:45am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Teen Nerf Night - Ages 13 - 18
Fri, Apr 24, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Clemens Mill - Learning Commons
Make your evening epic with Nerf blasters and friends. Complete a registration for each teen attending the program.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Sat, Apr 25, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Sat, Apr 25, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Spring Book Sale
Sat, Apr 25, All day
Multiple Locations - Lobby
Hello Spring, Hello Book Sale!
Hope Chest - Melissa Johns
Sat, Apr 25, All day
In the Community
February 2 - April 30, 2026
Belonging: Made by Many - with Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald
Sat, Apr 25, All day
Preston - Gallery
Featuring artwork created by the community with Belonging Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald.
Cambridge Community Clean Up - with Cambridge City Green
Sat, Apr 25, 9:30am - 12:00pm
All Locations
Time to clean up the community we call home.
Earth Day at Preston
Sat, Apr 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Preston - Main Floor
Celebrate Earth Day with green activities, crafts, and seeds to take home.
Practice Your English
Sat, Apr 25, 10:00am - 11:15am
Preston - Fireside Area
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Introduction to Digital Embroidery
Sat, Apr 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
Old Post Office - Makerspace
Learn the basics of using the Makerspace embroidery machine.
Dungeons & Dragons - Ages 16+
Sat, Apr 25, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Fight through unexplored lands with a group of brave adventurers in an exciting one-shot D&D adventure.
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Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Sun, Apr 26, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Sun, Apr 26, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Spring Book Sale
Sun, Apr 26, All day
Multiple Locations - Lobby
Hello Spring, Hello Book Sale!
Hope Chest - Melissa Johns
Sun, Apr 26, All day
In the Community
February 2 - April 30, 2026
Belonging: Made by Many - with Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald
Sun, Apr 26, All day
Preston - Gallery
Featuring artwork created by the community with Belonging Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald.
Sunday Storytime - All Ages
Sun, Apr 26, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
A cozy half-hour filled with enchanting tales and imaginative adventures.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Mon, Apr 27, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Mon, Apr 27, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Hope Chest - Melissa Johns
Mon, Apr 27, All day
In the Community
February 2 - April 30, 2026
Belonging: Made by Many - with Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald
Mon, Apr 27, All day
Preston - Gallery
Featuring artwork created by the community with Belonging Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald.
Preschool Picassos - All Ages
Mon, Apr 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Draw out your child's inner Picasso with amazing art projects. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Mon, Apr 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Department
Let's play!
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Mon, Apr 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Kindergarten Connections - Ages 3 - 5
Mon, Apr 27, 10:30am - 11:15am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
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Baby Connections - Birth - 12 Months
Mon, Apr 27, 11:15am - 11:45am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get ready for some circle time fun! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Community Desk: EmployNext - Ready to find your next job?
Mon, Apr 27, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Find lasting and meaningful employment.
Kids Board Game Café - Ages 5 - 12
Mon, Apr 27, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Play, snack, and relax with board games.
Make, Do, and Mend - Ages 10 - 13
Mon, Apr 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Unleash your creativity and turn fabric into fun one-of-a-kind creations.
Knit 'n' Chat Meet-up
Mon, Apr 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Large Print Area
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Tue, Apr 28, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Tue, Apr 28, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Hope Chest - Melissa Johns
Tue, Apr 28, All day
In the Community
February 2 - April 30, 2026
Belonging: Made by Many - with Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald
Tue, Apr 28, All day
Preston - Gallery
Featuring artwork created by the community with Belonging Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald.
Community Desk: Kitchener-Waterloo Multicultural Centre - Library Settlement Program
Tue, Apr 28, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Tue, Apr 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Kindergarten Connections - Ages 3 - 5
Tue, Apr 28, 10:00am - 10:45am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
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Baby Connections - Birth - 12 Months
Tue, Apr 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Get ready for some circle time fun! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
STEAM for Tots - Birth - 36 Months
Tue, Apr 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Stories and fun learning activities that inspire curious little minds.
Free Income Tax Clinic for Seniors (50+)
Tue, Apr 28, 10:30am - 2:30pm
Queen's Square - Glass Study Room
Book a free and confidential 30 minute appointment to get your 2025 income taxes filed.
Register
Early Years and Child Care Navigator Information Table - All Ages
Tue, Apr 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Department
Find information about a variety of early learning and child care programs in Waterloo Region.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Tue, Apr 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Department
Let's play!
Kindergarten Connections - Ages 3 - 5
Tue, Apr 28, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Time for Twos and Threes - Ages 2 - 3
Tue, Apr 28, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Bring your tot for some early afternoon fun. Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
Reading Buddies - Ages 5 - 10
Tue, Apr 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
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Fibre Arts for Kids - Ages 5 - 12
Tue, Apr 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Learn the basics of fibre arts.
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Galt Chess Club
Tue, Apr 28, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Audiobook Area
Play the world's most popular board game with fellow chess enthusiasts.
DIY Flower Bouquet Sign
Tue, Apr 28, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
A fun evening of crafting and connecting.
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Youth Hub - Gaming, music making, and more... - with Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region. Ages 12 - 17
Tue, Apr 28, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Creative Studios
Play video games, dabble with the instruments in the music hub, and explore the Creative Studios.
Dungeons & Dragons: Teen Adventures - Ages 14 - 18
Tue, Apr 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Queen's Square - Boardroom
Embark on an eight-week Dungeons & Dragons campaign designed for new players.
This event is full
Practice Your English
Tue, Apr 28, 6:45pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Pyjama Tales - All Ages
Tue, Apr 28, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Wear your pyjamas and bring a stuffie to this evening storytime for families.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Wed, Apr 29, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Wed, Apr 29, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Hope Chest - Melissa Johns
Wed, Apr 29, All day
In the Community
February 2 - April 30, 2026
Belonging: Made by Many - with Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald
Wed, Apr 29, All day
Preston - Gallery
Featuring artwork created by the community with Belonging Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald.
Sensory Tales - Ages 2 - 8
Wed, Apr 29, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
All the senses are celebrated in this inclusive sensory experience. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Dough Rae Me - Ages 3 - 5
Wed, Apr 29, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Learn how to make different sensory doughs using everyday ingredients. Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Hespeler Knitting Circle
Wed, Apr 29, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Shake, Rattle, and Read - 10 - 24 Months
Wed, Apr 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Come shake, rattle, and read with us! Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Wed, Apr 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Wed, Apr 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Let's play!
Community Desk: Canadian Hearing Services - Speech and Hearing Month
Wed, Apr 29, 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Hespeler - Community Desk, HE
Curious about the state of your hearing?
Ultimate Makers - Ages 9 - 12
Wed, Apr 29, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
An interactive opportunity to explore a wide range of maker equipment. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
Movement and Breathwork Practice - Connections 50+ Hespeler
Wed, Apr 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Give your body some relief and learn to listen to your ligaments.
Create a Mini Dollhouse - Ages 7 - 12
Wed, Apr 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Design and build a miniature dollhouse, starting with a cardboard box.
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Afterschool Sensory Break - All Ages
Wed, Apr 29, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
A calming session of sensory exploration.
SPECTRUM Cambridge Transgender Peer Support Group
Wed, Apr 29, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Join SPECTRUM for a discussion and to meet other local gender-diverse folks.
Practice Your English
Wed, Apr 29, 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Fibre Arts Meet-Up
Wed, Apr 29, 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.
Learn Morse Code with Cambridge Amateur Radio - Ages 13+
Wed, Apr 29, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Learn this well-known code used in amateur radio, aviation, and the military.
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Trauma Informed Care Circle - TEAO Canada - Wounds to Wings
Wed, Apr 29, 6:45pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Rebuilding connections through collective care: TEAO, Canada's trauma-informed circles, blend somatic practices, psycho-education, and breathwork for healing.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Thu, Apr 30, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Thu, Apr 30, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Hope Chest - Melissa Johns
Thu, Apr 30, All day
In the Community
February 2 - April 30, 2026
Belonging: Made by Many - with Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald
Thu, Apr 30, All day
Preston - Gallery
Featuring artwork created by the community with Belonging Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald.
Community Desk: Kitchener-Waterloo Multicultural Centre - Library Settlement Program
Thu, Apr 30, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Thu, Apr 30, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Baby Connections - Birth - 12 Months
Thu, Apr 30, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Get ready for some circle time fun! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Thu, Apr 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Department
Let's play!
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Thu, Apr 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Preston - Children's Department
Let's play!
Kindness Rocks - All Ages
Thu, Apr 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Sing, dance, and practice self-confidence.
STEAM Storytime - All Ages
Thu, Apr 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Twinkle, twinkle, little star, how I wonder what you are…
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Thu, Apr 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Shake, Rattle, and Read - 10 - 24 Months
Thu, Apr 30, 11:15am - 11:45am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Come shake, rattle, and read with us! Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Practice Your English
Thu, Apr 30, 3:45pm - 5:00pm
Virtual - Zoom 3
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Langs Outreach Services
Thu, Apr 30, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Queen's Square - Glass Study Room
Langs Outreach Team supports people experiencing homelessness with primary care, substance use and addiction support, counseling, system navigation, and community resources.
Paws for Reading - Ages 5 - 12
Thu, Apr 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Join a class of therapy dogs for the ultimate reading practice program.
Open Mic
Thu, Apr 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Creative Studios
Enjoy performances from local musicians while taking the opportunity to showcase your talent on stage.
Ukulele Meet-Up
Thu, Apr 30, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Enjoy singing, learning and making new friends while strumming on a ukulele with this casual group.
Reading Buddies - Ages 5 - 10
Thu, Apr 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Fri, May 01, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Fri, May 01, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Belonging: Made by Many - with Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald
Fri, May 01, All day
Preston - Gallery
Featuring artwork created by the community with Belonging Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald.
Time for Twos and Threes - Ages 2 - 3
Fri, May 01, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Bring your tot for some late-morning fun. Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
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Preschool Picassos - All Ages
Fri, May 01, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Draw out your child's inner Picasso with amazing art projects. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Baby Connections - Birth - 12 Months
Fri, May 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Get ready for some circle time fun! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Fri, May 01, 11:15am - 11:45am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Author Evening with Genevieve Graham and Heather Marshall - Celebrated authors of Canadian historical fiction
Fri, May 01, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Reading Room,Riverview Room
An evening with bestselling authors of The Forgotten Home Child and Looking for Jane.
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Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Sat, May 02, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Sat, May 02, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Belonging: Made by Many - with Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald
Sat, May 02, All day
Preston - Gallery
Featuring artwork created by the community with Belonging Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald.
Practice Your English
Sat, May 02, 10:00am - 11:15am
Preston - Fireside Area
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Introduction to 3D Printing - Ages 13+
Sat, May 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Explore the different 3D printers available in the Makerspace.
Meet the Artist in Residence - Create in the Preston Gallery with Alisa McRonald
Sat, May 02, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Preston - Gallery
Meet the 2026 Belonging Artist in Residence, Alisa McRonald.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Sun, May 03, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Sun, May 03, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Belonging: Made by Many - with Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald
Sun, May 03, All day
Preston - Gallery
Featuring artwork created by the community with Belonging Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald.
Sunday Storytime - All Ages
Sun, May 03, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
A cozy half-hour filled with enchanting tales and imaginative adventures.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Mon, May 04, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Mon, May 04, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Belonging: Made by Many - with Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald
Mon, May 04, All day
Preston - Gallery
Featuring artwork created by the community with Belonging Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald.
Preschool Picassos - All Ages
Mon, May 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Draw out your child's inner Picasso with amazing art projects. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Mon, May 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Department
Let's play!
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Mon, May 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Kindergarten Connections - Ages 3 - 5
Mon, May 04, 10:30am - 11:15am
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Baby Connections - Birth - 12 Months
Mon, May 04, 11:15am - 11:45am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get ready for some circle time fun! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Kids Board Game Café - Ages 5 - 12
Mon, May 04, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Play, snack, and relax with board games.
Make, Do, and Mend - Ages 10 - 13
Mon, May 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Unleash your creativity and turn fabric into fun one-of-a-kind creations.
Knit 'n' Chat Meet-up
Mon, May 04, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Large Print Area
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Tue, May 05, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Tue, May 05, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Belonging: Made by Many - with Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald
Tue, May 05, All day
Preston - Gallery
Featuring artwork created by the community with Belonging Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald.
Community Desk: Kitchener-Waterloo Multicultural Centre - Library Settlement Program
Tue, May 05, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Tue, May 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Kindergarten Connections - Ages 3 - 5
Tue, May 05, 10:00am - 10:45am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Baby Connections - Birth - 12 Months
Tue, May 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Get ready for some circle time fun! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
STEAM for Tots - Birth - 36 Months
Tue, May 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Stories and fun learning activities that inspire curious little minds.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Tue, May 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Department
Let's play!
Kindergarten Connections - Ages 3 - 5
Tue, May 05, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten! Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Time for Twos and Threes - Ages 2 - 3
Tue, May 05, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Bring your tot for some early afternoon fun. Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
Reading Buddies - Ages 5 - 10
Tue, May 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Sock Puppet Theatre - Ages 5 - 12
Tue, May 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Learn some basics of how to sew as you create your own sock puppet!
Youth Hub - Gaming, music making, and more... - with Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region. Ages 12 - 17
Tue, May 05, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Creative Studios
Play video games, dabble with the instruments in the music hub, and explore the Creative Studios.
Dungeons & Dragons: Teen Adventures - Ages 14 - 18
Tue, May 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Queen's Square - Boardroom
Embark on an eight-week Dungeons & Dragons campaign designed for new players.
This event is full
Practice Your English
Tue, May 05, 6:45pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Pyjama Tales - All Ages
Tue, May 05, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Wear your pyjamas and bring a stuffie to this evening storytime for families.
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Wed, May 06, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
You might as well try and hold the sun - Natalie Hunter
Wed, May 06, All day
Queen's Square - Lobby
August 29, 2025 - August 29, 2026
Belonging: Made by Many - with Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald
Wed, May 06, All day
Preston - Gallery
Featuring artwork created by the community with Belonging Artist in Residence Alisa McRonald.
Sensory Tales - Ages 2 - 8
Wed, May 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
All the senses are celebrated in this inclusive sensory experience. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Dough Rae Me - Ages 3 - 5
Wed, May 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Learn how to make different sensory doughs using everyday ingredients. Complete a registration for each child attending the program.
This event is full
Hespeler Knitting Circle
Wed, May 06, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Shake, Rattle, and Read - 10 - 24 Months
Wed, May 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Children's Program Room
Come shake, rattle, and read with us! Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Wed, May 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Wed, May 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Let's play!
Ultimate Makers - Ages 9 - 12
Wed, May 06, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
An interactive opportunity to explore a wide range of maker equipment. Complete one registration for each child attending the program.
Create a Mini Dollhouse - Ages 7 - 12
Wed, May 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Design and build a miniature dollhouse, starting with a cardboard box.
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Afterschool Sensory Break - All Ages
Wed, May 06, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
A calming session of sensory exploration.
Still Life Drawing - Ages 13+
Wed, May 06, 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
Wed, May 06, 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Fibre Arts Meet-Up
Wed, May 06, 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.
Learn Morse Code with Cambridge Amateur Radio - Ages 13+
Wed, May 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Learn this well-known code used in amateur radio, aviation, and the military.
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