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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
November 13th: 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.
Crafts and Hobbies
After School Club: Friendship Bracelets
November 13th: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Tweens
Waitlisted
About the Program
Celebrate World Kindness Day by making friendship bracelets to share with someone special. Kids will use colourful beads to create meaningful bracelets that spread joy, kindness, and connection. It’s a creative and fun way to show you care—one bracelet at a time.
Crafts and Hobbies
Kindness Day Crafts
November 13th: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Kids
Waitlisted
About the Program
Let’s spread some kindness! Kids are invited to celebrate World Kindness Day through fun and thoughtful activities, including making crafts and writing letters or notes to brighten someone’s day. It’s all about celebrating compassion, friendship, and the power of small acts of kindness.
Lifelong Learning
Cricut 101
November 13th: 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Adults 19+
Waitlisted
About the Program
Get creative with the Cricut Maker! In this beginner-friendly program, you'll learn how to design and make cards, vinyl decals, and other fun cardstock projects using this versatile cutting machine.
Literacy and Language Learning
Conversemos en Español - Let's Chat in Spanish
November 13th: 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.
Storytimes
Dentist Storytime
November 15th: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Drop-in
About the Program
Enjoy stories and songs all about taking care of your teeth—then meet a real dentist! Learn how dentists help keep our smiles healthy in this fun and interactive storytime all about dental care and neighbourhood helpers.
Storytimes
Saturday Stories
November 15th: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Families
Drop-in
About the Program
Spend your Saturday mornings with us and enjoy different stories, songs, and activities each week.
Literacy and Language Learning
Reading Buddies
November 15th: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
McCormick Branch
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.
Tech and Tools
Robot Building
November 15th: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Kids
Waitlisted
About the Program
Get ready to build, code, and be inspired! Kids will learn the basics of coding using LEGO SPIKE kits, guided by the talented members of Team DAVE—F.I.R.S.T. Robotics Competition Team 3683, made up of students in grades 8–12 from St. David’s Catholic Secondary School in Waterloo. Plus, don’t miss the chance to see one of Team DAVE’s very own competition robots in action during a live demo.
Games
Game Time
November 15th: 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Teens
Drop-in
About the Program
Hang out, play, and have a blast! Whether you’re joining with friends or making new ones, enjoy an evening of games with tasty snacks and drinks as you connect, laugh, and play together.
Drop-in
PD Day Fun: Superheroes
November 17th: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Kids
Drop-in
About the Activity
Heading to the library to play, explore, and discover something new on your PD Day? Have fun with some superhero-themed activities! Enjoy colouring pages and a creative craft—all inspired by your favourite heroes. Materials provided, imagination encouraged!
Music
Homeschool Music Club
November 17th: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Families
Registration required
About the Program
Discover the joy of music together! Kids will have the chance to hear and try out a variety of instruments, make a fun musical craft, and explore stories all about sound and rhythm. Each session offers a hands-on way to learn about music while creating, listening, and making music as a group.
Crafts and Hobbies
DIY Woven Bookmarks
November 17th: 03:30 PM - 04:30 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Teens
Registration required
About the Program
Save your place in style with a vibrant bookmark you made yourself! Practice mindfulness and sip a warm beverage as you weave yarn between straws to make your durable and cozy creation. No previous weaving skills necessary, this program is beginner-friendly.
Crafts and Hobbies
DIY Woven Bookmarks
November 17th: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Teens
Registration required
About the Program
Save your place in style with a vibrant bookmark you made yourself! Practice mindfulness and sip a warm beverage as you weave yarn between straws to make your durable and cozy creation. No previous weaving skills necessary, this program is beginner-friendly.
Music
Youth Sinfonia Performance
November 17th: 06:00 PM - 06:45 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Families
Drop-in
About the Program
Enjoy a short concert of the Kitchener-Waterloo Youth Orchestra’s intermediate level ensemble, Youth Sinfonia, conducted by Ian Whitman.
STEM
Number Ninjas
November 17th: 06:30 PM - 07:30 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Kids
Waitlisted
About the Program
Have fun with math through this interactive educational program. Friendly volunteer tutors will work with children to explore mathematical concepts with fun activities and challenges.
