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Services and Resources for All
WPL offers special services, resources, programs and more for everyone.
Upcoming Programs & Events
Storytimes
Learn Create Play
February 19th: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Drop-in
About the Program
This active play program is all about mind, body, creativity, and play. Move, learn, and explore with exciting new activities each week.
Special Events
Women's Hockey Gold Medal Game
February 19th: 01:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Everyone Welcome
Drop-in
About the Event
Come watch the top two Women's Hockey Teams compete for the Gold Medal at The Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026! Watch and cheer for athletes from around the world on the big screen in the Auditorium at the Main Library. Seating provided on chairs and on mats on the floor. Stay for all or part of the game. Positive cheering encouraged at this family-friendly Olympic Winter Games Watch Party. Event times are approximate and subject to change according to the official Olympic Winter Games schedule.
Special Events
Women's Hockey Gold Medal Game
February 19th: 01:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Everyone Welcome
Drop-in
About the Event
Come watch the top two Women's Hockey Teams compete for the Gold Medal at The Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026! Watch and cheer for athletes from around the world on the big screen in the Program Room at the Eastside Branch. Seating provided on chairs and on mats on the floor. Stay for all or part of the game. Positive cheering encouraged at this family-friendly Olympic Winter Games Watch Party. Event times are approximate and subject to change according to the official Olympic Winter Games schedule.
Newcomers to Canada
Income Tax for Newcomers
February 19th: 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Adults 19+
Registration required
About the Program
New to Canada and feeling unsure about income taxes? Join guest speaker Eyassu F. Negusse for a helpful income tax information session designed especially for newcomers. This session is a great opportunity to build confidence, avoid common mistakes, and better understand your rights and responsibilities as a resident of Canada. The presentation will be in English, but interpretation will be available in Tigrinya and Amharic.
Literacy and Language Learning
Conversemos en Español - Let's Chat in Spanish
February 19th: 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Adults 19+
Waitlisted
About the Program
Under the direction of a Spanish teacher, practice conversational Spanish, meet other Spanish speakers and make new friends. A basic knowledge of Spanish is necessary in order to be able to participate.
Socials and Clubs
Learn to Crochet
February 21st: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Adults 19+
Waitlisted
About the Program
Learn the basic stitches of crochet and make small projects in an interactive group setting. Each week will build on what was learned in the week before. This program will be running every other Saturday, which will give participants plenty of time to practice stitches between lessons.
Storytimes
Special Saturday Stories with Author Barbara Reid
February 21st: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Families
Drop-in
About the Event
Join us for a special storytime with award-winning children’s author Barbara Reid as she reads her newly released book, The Story Hunter. The storytime will be followed by lively songs, hands-on activities and creative crafts.
STEM
The Great Family Geocache Challenge
February 21st: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Kids
Registration required
About the Program
Explore the trails around the Eastside Branch by using geo-coordinates to locate hidden caches, solve their hidden mysteries and crack the ultimate code.
Literacy and Language Learning
Reading Buddies
February 21st: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Kids
Waitlisted
About the Program
Encourage a love of reading with this fun, interactive literacy program. Participants will pair up with a volunteer literacy tutor for guided reading sessions followed by language games and activities with the group.
Special Events
150 Years of WPL
February 21st: 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Families
Registration required
About the Program
Waterloo Public Library is turning 150 in 2026! This drop-in celebration kicks off a season of anniversary fun! Visit any WPL location between 2:00pm – 4:00pm to help mark this special occasion with treats, giveaways, prizes and birthday card-making activities to enjoy with friends and family.
Socials and Clubs
Learn to Crochet
February 21st: 03:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Adults 19+
Waitlisted
About the Program
Learn the basic stitches of crochet and make small projects in an interactive group setting. Each week will build on what was learned in the week before. This program will be running every other Saturday, which will give participants plenty of time to practice stitches between lessons.
Newcomers to Canada
English Corner
February 23rd: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Older Adults
Registration required
About the Program
Practice English. Make friends. Feel at home.
Music
Ukuleles & Lullabies
February 23rd: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Waitlisted
About the Program
Learn the basics of ukulele in this special two-part program designed for caregivers and their babies. In the first session, you’ll explore simple ukulele fundamentals and learn lullabies to play and sing for your little one. Participants can borrow a ukulele to take home and practice between sessions, then return for the second class to play together as a group and share the music you’ve learned.
