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Service Interruption: New Dundee Branch

Posted Wednesday, 21 May, 2025

Please be aware of construction in the New Dundee branch this Thursday, May 22 and Saturday, May 24. The branch will be open for holds pickup, but browsing will be limited. We apologize for any inconvenience. To prepare the branch for construction, help us clear the shelves this week! We invite you to check out as many adult materials as you like from the branch today and tomorrow.

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March Break fun: Explore, learn and create at Region of Waterloo Museums and Libraries

Posted Thursday, 06 March, 2025

Waterloo Region – Join Region of Waterloo Museums and Libraries this March break for a fun-filled lineup of engaging activities, workshops and special events designed to inspire participants of all ages. Explore our three historic sites  Ken Seiling Waterloo Region Museum ,  McDougall Cottage  and  Schneider Haus  each offering March Break activities included with admission, and a few ticketed events ($). At our  12 library locations...
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Breslau Celebrates the Grand Opening of New Library Branch

Posted Friday, 20 September, 2024

Waterloo Region – The Township of Woolwich and the Region of Waterloo proudly celebrated the grand opening of the new Breslau Library Branch earlier this evening, marking a significant milestone for the growing community. The event brought together local leaders, community members, and partners to officially open the first new library branch in the Region of Waterloo in over 40 years.
The new library is located on the lower level of the Breslau Community Centre and...

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March Break line-up at Region of Waterloo Museums and Libraries delivers fun-filled activities for all

Posted Thursday, 07 March, 2024

Waterloo Region – The Region of Waterloo Museums and Libraries offer a wide variety of daily activities during March Break. With programming for all ages, this is the ideal opportunity to explore the Region’s cultural offerings. Explore our three historic sites  Ken Seiling Waterloo Region Museum ,  McDougall Cottage  and  Schneider Haus  each offering March Break activities included with admission, and a few ticketed events ($)....
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Food for Fines is BACK!

Posted Friday, 14 October, 2022

Now that RWL is fine-free, we'll be running this popular program one last time! From October 17 - 29, donate canned goods to clear any outstanding overdue fines off your library account.
One food item equals $2 in fines (not applicable to fees for lost/damaged items). Non-perishable, non-expired, food items only, please. All food collected will be donated to local book banks.

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