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Services and Resources for All
WPL offers special services, resources, programs and more for everyone.
Upcoming Programs & Events
Storytimes
Ones Exploring Art
August 6th: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Waitlisted
About the Program
Create art with your little one! Enjoy a storytime together, sing songs, make an original art piece, and have fun.
Literacy and Language Learning
Transition to Kindergarten
August 6th: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Registration required
About the Program
We’ll make new friends and explore everything from letters and numbers to turn-taking and getting dressed for recess to help you feel ready for your new adventures in kindergarten. Please note parents/caregivers will be part of the learning process, but there may be times we ask parents/caregivers to leave the room for a short period of time to help children begin to transition to a classroom setting.
Literacy and Language Learning
Summer Reading Club Drop-in Activity
August 6th: 02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Kids
Drop-in
About the Activity
Connect with your Summer Reading Club Team for special activities and crafts each week based on the Summer Reading Club theme of the week.
Storytimes
Explore Play Learn
August 6th: 02:30 PM - 03:15 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Early Learning
Registration required
About the Program
Join us for a special Explore Play Learn series where babies and toddlers can enjoy their very own splash pad experience! We’ll start indoors in the Auditorium with a fun, summer‑themed storytime before heading outside to sing, play, and splash in temperature‑controlled water. There will be two splash zones—one for babies and one for toddlers—so everyone can play comfortably at their own level. Please come with your child dressed for water play, and don’t forget sunscreen and a towel. If your child prefers to stay dry, indoor free play activities will be available as well.
Tech and Tools
The Great Library AR Scavenger Hunt
August 6th: 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Families
Registration required
About the Program
Get ready to explore the library in a whole new way! In this interactive scavenger hunt, you’ll use the app Artivive to scan clues and uncover hidden digital surprises. (AR—short for augmented reality—adds virtual images and messages to the real world using a phone or tablet.)
Outdoors
Uptown BIA Night Market
August 6th: 07:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Families
Drop-in
About the Event
The Uptown Waterloo BIA's popular Night Market is back at the library for another year. Taste local treats, browse local vendors, enjoy entertainment from musicians and performers, and take part in fun pop-up programming.
Music
Babies: Music and Motion
August 7th: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Waitlisted
About the Program
Support your baby’s fine motor and cognitive development through fun, hands-on play and activities. It’s also a great chance for parents and caregivers to relax, connect, and socialize with others.
Storytimes
Baby Story and Splash
August 8th: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Registration required
About the Program
This is a fun, baby-focused program that begins with a gentle storytime featuring music and movement in the program room, followed by outdoor water play in the courtyard. It’s a great way for little ones to enjoy stories, stay active, and cool off on warm days.
Socials and Clubs
Chinese Social Club 滑铁卢图书馆华人俱乐部
August 8th: 01:00 PM - 03:30 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Older Adults
Registration required
About the Program
Connect, share, and socialize in Chinese (mostly is Mandarin) at our Chinese Social Club! This friendly drop-in program offers a welcoming space for Chinese-speaking adults and seniors to enjoy casual conversations, cultural activities, games, and light refreshments.
Writing
How to Nature Journal
August 8th: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Older Adults
Waitlisted
About the Program
Discover the joy of observing the natural world through nature journaling. In this beginner‑friendly program, you’ll learn how to combine simple writing, sketching, and close observation to create a personal and meaningful record of what you see outdoors.
Storytimes
Chinese Family Storytime 中文故事时间
August 8th: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Families
Registration required
About the Program
Join us for an interactive program featuring stories, songs, dances, rhymes, crafts, games, and early literacy activities. This engaging session welcomes children of all ages who are eager to learn Chinese language and explore Chinese culture.
Storytimes
Explore Play Learn
August 10th: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Registration required
About the Program
Get ready for stories, songs and lots of fun activities.
Music
Babies & Ones Music
August 10th: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Registration required
About the Program
Rhyming, singing and movement are all building blocks for vocabulary and early literacy. We've got it all in this engaging program for babies.
Literacy and Language Learning
Transition to Kindergarten
August 10th: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Registration required
About the Program
We’ll make new friends and explore everything from letters and numbers to turn-taking and getting dressed for recess to help you feel ready for your new adventures in kindergarten. Please note parents/caregivers will be part of the learning process, but there may be times we ask parents/caregivers to leave the room for a short period of time to help children begin to transition to a classroom setting.
Socials and Clubs
Music Mondays
August 10th: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Older Adults
Registration required
About the Program
Join us for a low‑pressure, joy‑filled music‑making session with a friendly group of peers. Each gathering features a curated mix of songs—both old favorites and new discoveries—selected by Grace (your host), with help from group suggestions and a lifetime of inspiration from her parents’ record collection.
Literacy and Language Learning
Summer Reading Club Drop-in Activity
August 10th: 02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Kids
Drop-in
About the Activity
Connect with your Summer Reading Club Team for special activities and crafts each week based on the Summer Reading Club theme of the week.
Tech and Tools
Tech for Tweens
August 10th: 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Tweens
Registration required
About the Program
Tweens will get hands-on with a different piece of cool tech. It’s a fun and engaging way to explore how technology works while learning through play, experimentation, and creativity.
Games
Improv & Drama Games
August 10th: 03:30 PM - 05:00 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Kids
Waitlisted
About the Program
Get ready to laugh, play, and maybe get a little silly! This program is all about fun, high‑energy drama games that help kids express themselves, try new things, and connect with others. Whether your child loves being the centre of attention or prefers to warm up at their own pace, everyone is welcome - there’s something for every kind of personality.
