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Upcoming Events
Crafts and Hobbies
Baby Footprint Art
September 17th: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Waitlisted
About the Program
Create a one-of-a-kind keepsake with your baby’s footprints! Decorate a toddler-sized t-shirt using your baby’s painted footprints—perfect for them to wear when they’re a little older. A fun and meaningful way to capture a moment in time. All materials provided.
Storytimes
Babies
September 17th: 02:30 PM - 03:00 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Waitlisted
About the Program
Enjoy stories, songs, and gentle sensory play designed to support early development and bonding. It's a great way to connect with your baby and meet other caregivers, too.
Literacy and Language Learning
Baby Sensory Tummy Time
September 18th: 10:45 AM - 11:30 AM
Main Library
Age Group: Early Learning
Waitlisted
About the Program
This program is a space for babies to interact with others, deepen their understanding of the world around them, and develop fine motor & cognitive functioning skills (sight, sound, touch) all while spending beneficial time on their tummies to promote healthy development. Babies can enjoy the use of sensory bags, instruments, toys, books, and crafts! Bringing your own blanket is encouraged.
Storytimes
Saturday Stories
September 20th: 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.
Storytimes
Discovering Environments
September 22nd: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Waitlisted
About the Program
Explore ecosystems big and small through songs, stories, and hands-on activities. From nearby parks to faraway habitats, little ones will discover the wonders of the natural world in this playful and engaging program.
Storytimes
Explore Play Learn
September 22nd: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Drop-in
About the Program
Get ready for stories, songs and lots of fun activities.
Storytimes
Explore Play Learn
September 23rd: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Main Library
Age Group: Early Learning
Drop-in
About the Program
Get ready for stories, songs and lots of fun activities.
Storytimes
Babies
September 24th: 02:30 PM - 03:00 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Waitlisted
About the Program
Enjoy stories, songs, and gentle sensory play designed to support early development and bonding. It's a great way to connect with your baby and meet other caregivers, too.
Storytimes
Learn Create Play
September 25th: 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.
Drop-in
Crafty Morning
September 27th: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Kids
Drop-in
About the Program
Get creative together at Crafty Morning! Families are invited to drop in and make fun, hands-on crafts. All materials will be provided—just bring your imagination!
Storytimes
Saturday Stories
September 27th: 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.
Music
Babies: Music and Motion
September 27th: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Registration required
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
Explore Play Learn
September 29th: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Drop-in
About the Program
Get ready for stories, songs and lots of fun activities.
Storytimes
Discovering Environments
September 29th: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Waitlisted
About the Program
Explore ecosystems big and small through songs, stories, and hands-on activities. From nearby parks to faraway habitats, little ones will discover the wonders of the natural world in this playful and engaging program.
Storytimes
Explore Play Learn
September 30th: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Main Library
Age Group: Early Learning
Drop-in
About the Program
Get ready for stories, songs and lots of fun activities.
Storytimes
Babies
October 1st: 02:30 PM - 03:00 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Waitlisted
About the Program
Enjoy stories, songs, and gentle sensory play designed to support early development and bonding. It's a great way to connect with your baby and meet other caregivers, too.
Storytimes
Learn Create Play
October 2nd: 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.
Special Events
Teddy Bear Clinic
October 4th: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Kids
Drop-in
About the Program
The Teddy Bear Clinic is a fun, hands-on program run by students from the Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine at McMaster University. Children bring their favourite stuffed animal and role-play different medical scenarios, such as routine doctor’s visits, hospital settings (like x-ray imaging, fracture clinics, or the operating room), and health stations promoting physical well-being and hand hygiene. The goal is to help kids feel more comfortable with medical procedures by giving them a safe, friendly, and playful way to explore the healthcare environment.
Storytimes
Special Saturday Stories with Author Jennifer Harris
October 4th: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Families
Drop-in
About the Event
Enjoy a special Saturday Stories with a visit from children’s author Jennifer Harris as she reads her latest book, The Witching Hour. Enjoy interactive fun with themed activities, songs, and crafts—plus you'll have a chance to meet Jennifer, purchase a copy of the book, and have it signed.
Literacy and Language Learning
Baby Connections
October 6th: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Registration required
About the Program
Baby Connections is a program unique to Waterloo Region that helps families develop literacy and language skills with their little ones. Participants will receive a kit of resources designed to encourage continued learning and fun at home.
