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Services and Resources for All
WPL offers special services, resources, programs and more for everyone.
Upcoming Programs & Events
Literacy and Language Learning
English Conversation Circle
March 26th: 06:30 PM - 08:00 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Adults 19+
Drop-in
About the Program
Practice your conversational English and meet new people with the YMCA Immigrant Services. This program is open to all English levels.
Crafts and Hobbies
DIY Cricut Decals
March 26th: 06:30 PM - 08:00 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Teens
Registration required
About the Program
Come make your own vinyl decals on our Cricut machines! We will provide vinyl to make your decal to take home and decorate all sorts of objects.
Storytimes
DiSCoVeR: Dancing Storytime
March 28th: 04:00 PM - 04:45 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Early Learning
Waitlisted
About the Workshop
Dancing Storytime is a community workshop that invites families with children ages 3 to 7 years old to expand the notions of literacy and introduction to the French language by exploring the interplay of books and movement. In this workshop, families explore Foolish Operations' book called “Moving Resting Nesting / Dans la maison des oiseaux” and try songs and movement games inspired by the world of birds and trees while using blankets for play and movement as a family.
Literacy and Language Learning
Reading Buddies
March 29th: 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.
STEM
Number Ninjas
March 31st: 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.
Author Events
A Discussion with Author Robert Rotenberg
April 1st: 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Adults 19+
Waitlisted
About the Event
Join us for an evening with Robert Rotenberg, fiction writer, criminal lawyer, television screenwriter and teacher, as he discusses his latest novel, One Minute More.
Literacy and Language Learning
English Conversation Circle
April 2nd: 06:30 PM - 08:00 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Adults 19+
Drop-in
About the Program
Practice your conversational English and meet new people with the YMCA Immigrant Services. This program is open to all English levels.
Cultures and Communities
A Discussion with Author Tess Chakkalakal
April 4th: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Adults 19+
Registration required
About the Event
Join us for an engaging discussion with Tess Chakkalakal, author of A Matter of Complexion: The Life and Fictions of Charles W. Chesnutt, as she speaks with moderator Dr. Vay. Whether you're interested in doing some learning over your lunch hour or a student looking to explore literary history, this is a great opportunity to hear about Chakkalakal’s work and insights.
Special Events
Eid Celebration
April 5th: 02:00 PM - 03:30 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Families
Drop-in
About the Event
Eid Mubarak! Come celebrate Eid with crafts, games, activities, and treats. Everyone welcome.
Tech and Tools
Tech Connect
April 7th: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Main Library
Age Group: Older Adults
Registration required
About Tech Connect
During this personalized one-on-one technology session, a Tech Coach will help you build your digital skills and knowledge using your laptop, tablet or mobile device. Select the topic that you want to learn about such as Waterloo Public Library's online resources, using email or navigating the internet.
Storytimes
Babies: Music and Motion
April 7th: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Waitlisted
About the Program
Have fun with reading, singing, rhyming and movement to help build your child’s literacy skills for life.
Storytimes
Ones Exploring Music and Movement
April 7th: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Eastside 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.
Tech and Tools
Computer Basics
April 7th: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Older Adults
Registration required
About the Program
Learn basic computer skills and enhance your computer literacy at your own pace with the assistance of our skilled staff. Suitable for beginners.
Tech and Tools
Tech Connect
April 7th: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Older Adults
Registration required
About Tech Connect
During this personalized one-on-one technology session, a Tech Coach will help you build your digital skills and knowledge using your laptop, tablet or mobile device. Select the topic that you want to learn about such as Waterloo Public Library's online resources, using email or navigating the internet.
Tech and Tools
Drop-in Tech Connect
April 7th: 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Older Adults
Drop-in
About Drop-in Tech Connect Sessions
No registration is necessary for this drop-in session. Bring your technology questions to get help in a group setting. Tech Coaches will provide some help to everyone that attends this session.
Storytimes
Discovering Dinosaurs
April 7th: 02:00 PM - 02:45 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Waitlisted
About the Program
“RAAAWWRR” means “I love learning at the library” in dinosaur! We’ll encourage your preschooler’s love of dinosaurs through songs, books, crafts and activities.
Tech and Tools
Tech Connect
April 7th: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Older Adults
Registration required
About Tech Connect
During this personalized one-on-one technology session, a Tech Coach will help you build your digital skills and knowledge using your laptop, tablet or mobile device. Select the topic that you want to learn about such as Waterloo Public Library's online resources, using email or navigating the internet.
Tech and Tools
Tech Connect
April 7th: 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Older Adults
Registration required
About Tech Connect
During this personalized one-on-one technology session, a Tech Coach will help you build your digital skills and knowledge using your laptop, tablet or mobile device. Select the topic that you want to learn about such as Waterloo Public Library's online resources, using email or navigating the internet.
Socials and Clubs
Spool Knitting Club
April 7th: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Tweens
Waitlisted
About the Program
Learn the basics of spool knitting, a fast and fun way to create beautiful knit items. We will make our own spools that kids will get to take home after the program.
Crafts and Hobbies
Imperfect Art
April 7th: 06:30 PM - 08:00 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Adults 19+
Waitlisted
About the Program
Calling all the perfectionists, self-critics, and the creatively ‘untalented’ - this one’s for you! Join us for a stress-free, judgement-free program where we let go of the pressure to make ‘good art’ and focus on enjoying the process. No experience or artistic ability required. Come as you are and let’s make some imperfect art together!
