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Services and Resources for All
WPL offers special services, resources, programs and more for everyone.
Upcoming Programs & Events
Special Events
Canada vs Bosnia Herzegovina Watch Party
June 12th: 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Families
Drop-in
About the Event
Join us at the library to watch a FIFA World Cup 2026™ match between Canada and Bosnia Herzegovina on the big screen! Cheer on your favourites and enjoy the excitement together in a welcoming, family‑friendly setting.
Special Events
Canada vs Bosnia Herzegovina Watch Party
June 12th: 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Families
Drop-in
About the Event
Join us at the library to watch a FIFA World Cup 2026™ match between Canada and Bosnia Herzegovina on the big screen in the Community Room! Cheer on your favourites and enjoy the excitement together in a welcoming, family‑friendly setting.
Special Events
Canada vs Bosnia Herzegovina Watch Party
June 12th: 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Families
Drop-in
About the Event
Join us at the library to watch a FIFA World Cup 2026™ match between Canada and Bosnia Herzegovina on the big screen! Cheer on your favourites and enjoy the excitement together in a welcoming, family‑friendly setting.
Special Events
Canada vs Bosnia Herzegovina Watch Party
June 12th: 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Families
Drop-in
About the Event
Join us at the library to watch a FIFA World Cup 2026™ match between Canada and Bosnia Herzegovina on the big screen! Cheer on your favourites and enjoy the excitement together in a welcoming, family‑friendly setting.
Storytimes
Special Saturday Stories with Author Anita Yasuda
June 13th: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Families
Drop-in
About the Event
Join us for a special storytime with award‑winning children’s author Anita Yasuda as she shares her vibrant new book, Bollywood Beat! Enjoy an upbeat, interactive reading filled with rhythm, movement, and celebration.
Special Events
A Discussion with Graphic Novel Author Jon Claytor
June 13th: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Teens
Registration required
About the Event
Join author and artist Jon Claytor to celebrate the release of his newest graphic novel, Nowhere. This unforgettable graphic novel is a hilarious and sinister reflection on growing up in a world where monsters are real, and a dreamlike meditation on adolescence and the absurdity of small-town life.
Literacy and Language Learning
Reading Buddies
June 13th: 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.
Tech and Tools
ESQ Spring STEM Explorers Club
June 15th: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Kids
Waitlisted
About the Program
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, solve creative challenges, and team up with awesome minds who love science and innovation as much as you do.
STEM
Number Ninjas
June 15th: 06:30 PM - 07:30 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Kids
Waitlisted
About the Program
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.
Socials and Clubs
Tween Pride Social
June 15th: 06:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Tweens
Registration required
About the Program
Join us for a relaxed and welcoming hangout for 2SLGBTQIA+ tweens and their grown‑ups. This is a space to be creative, connect with others, and celebrate Pride Month together.
Socials and Clubs
Knitting and Crochet Club
June 15th: 07:00 PM - 08:30 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Adults 19+
Drop-in
About the Program
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.
Special Events
France vs Senegal Watch Party
June 16th: 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Families
Drop-in
About the Event
Join us at the library to watch a FIFA World Cup 2026™ match between France and Senegal on the big screen in the Beaupre Room! Cheer on your favourites and enjoy the excitement together in a welcoming, family‑friendly setting.
