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Services and Resources for All
WPL offers special services, resources, programs and more for everyone.
Upcoming Programs & Events
Storytimes
Merry Music Babies
December 18th: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Waitlisted
About the Program
Sing along to cheerful holiday songs and winter-themed nursery rhymes as you and your baby play together with baby-friendly instruments! This interactive program invites caregivers to join in the fun - clap, sing, and make music right alongside your little one for an extra merry experience.
Crafts and Hobbies
Light Up Card Making
December 18th: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Adults 19+
Waitlisted
About the Program
Get into the holiday spirit by crafting your own handmade, light-up cards. Design custom creations that shine bright and bring extra cheer to your season. All materials provided.
STEM
LEGO Lab
December 18th: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Kids
Waitlisted
About the Program
Let your imagination run wild with LEGO®! Kids will have access to a variety of LEGO bricks to build anything they can dream up, from towering creations to intricate designs. Take part in fun LEGO challenges that test creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork. It’s a hands-on, playful program where kids can build, experiment, and share their creations with friends.
Crafts and Hobbies
Winter Solstice Lantern Making
December 18th: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Tweens
Waitlisted
About the Program
Celebrate the Winter Solstice by creating your own paper lanterns! Add your personal touch to these festive decorations and take home a glowing reminder of the season.
Storytimes
Pajama Storytime
December 18th: 06:30 PM - 07:15 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Families
Registration required
About the Program
Get comfy and cozy for an evening of stories, songs, and snuggly fun - all in your pajamas! Little ones (and their grownups) can wind down the day with gentle stories, cheerful rhymes, and playful activities before bedtime. Stuffies and slippers are welcome too.
Socials and Clubs
2SLGBTQIA+ Reading Circle
December 18th: 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Adults 19+
Registration required
About the Program
Join WPL and SPECTRUM for a reading circle for 2SLGBTQIA+ folks and allies that takes less commitment than a book club. We'll have different readings (short stories, essays, poetry, etc) that we will read together and then discuss. No preparation needed! The readings will explore 2SLGBTQIA+ topics and/or be written by 2SLGBTQIA+ writers.
Music
Babies: Music and Motion
December 20th: 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.
STEM
Rock STEM Camp
December 20th: 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Kids
Registration required
About the Program
Geology rocks—literally! Drop in for a hands-on STEM adventure all about the wonders of rocks and the world beneath our feet. Become a rock detective, surf the rock cycle wave, make your own pet rock, complete a scavenger hunt, and more! Families of all ages will dig into fun activities while learning how rocks form, move, and change over time.
STEM
Rock STEM Camp
December 20th: 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Kids
Registration required
About the Program
Geology rocks—literally! Drop in for a hands-on STEM adventure all about the wonders of rocks and the world beneath our feet. Become a rock detective, surf the rock cycle wave, make your own pet rock, complete a scavenger hunt, and more! Families of all ages will dig into fun activities while learning how rocks form, move, and change over time.
Games
2025 Bingo
December 20th: 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Tweens
Registration required
About the Program
2025 wasn’t exactly what you expected? Time to check off some 2025 Bingo moments! Come hang out with other tweens and teens as we reflect on the year’s wild, weird, and unforgettable moments - and play a fun game of Bingo to match. Prizes included, of course! Think of it like the ultimate “Bingo card” TikTok trend brought to life - see which 2025 moments you can cross off your list.
Newcomers to Canada
English Corner
December 22nd: 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.
Storytimes
Discovering Hot & Cold
December 22nd: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Registration required
About the Program
Inside, outside, candles, snow - it’s time to explore the wonders of hot and cold together! Caregivers and children will play, learn, and discover side by side through hands-on activities and stories that spark curiosity and fun.
Storytimes
Ones Exploring Music
December 22nd: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Waitlisted
About the Program
Rhyming, singing and movement are all building blocks for vocabulary and storytelling. We've got it all in this engaging program for ones.
