What’s Happening at WPL

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Celebrate the opening of the The Paralympic Games at this Watch Party. Watch and cheer for Team Canada and 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 event. Positive cheering encouraged at this family-friendly Paralympic Winter Games Watch Party.

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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.

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This family-friendly event welcomes everyone - whether you are part of the Ethiopian and Eritrean communities, interested in learning, or simply excited to celebrate culture and connection. Come share in a morning of Ethiopian and Eritrean joy, unity, and cultural pride!

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Celebrate the Lantern Festival with an afternoon of performances, activities, and community fun. Enjoy a vibrant lineup featuring local musicians, dancers, singers, Tai Chi demonstrations, poetry recitation, a children’s stage performance, calligraphy demonstrations, and more.

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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.

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Celebrate Paper Bag Princess Day with a fun-filled program inspired by the classic story! We'll champion bravery and creativity by making themed crafts including paper crowns, bookmarks, stickers and more. 

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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.

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Have fun with math in this interactive educational program. Friendly volunteer tutors will work with children to explore mathematical concepts with fun activities and challenges.

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This is a social group for people who enjoy knitting and crocheting. Participants will have an opportunity to share their projects, chat with other enthusiasts, get advice, and get inspired. Some experience in knitting and crochet is required.

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Dive into the exciting world of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) with the Waterloo Engineering Outreach ESQ Team in this 4-week hands-on program! Blast off into the world of STEM and play with cool tech, crack creative challenges, and team up with awesome minds who love science and innovation as much as you do!

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New to Cricut and wondering how it works? This beginner session will introduce you to the basics of using our publicly accessible Cricut machine, from setting up a project to understanding the cutting process. Perfect for anyone who wants to get started but isn’t sure where to begin, this overview will give you the confidence to take on your first project.

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Come and join the fun at our Seniors Social Club! Sip on hot tea or coffee while enjoying lively conversations, plenty of laughs, and the chance to meet new friends in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

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Canada takes on Czechia in this Para Ice Hockey Preliminary Round match up. Watch and cheer for Team Canada and 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 event. Positive cheering encouraged at this family-friendly Paralympic Winter Games Watch Party.

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Whether you love painting or haven’t picked up a brush in years, relax and unwind as we complete a winter-themed paint-by-numbers while sipping warm beverages. Enjoy a cozy, creative atmosphere with friendly conversation, gentle guidance, and plenty of time to make something beautiful at your own pace.