Signs of summer are all around us! As we head into the great outdoors, we've got you covered with remarkable ways to keep families and little ones engaged. Check out this month's Virtual Programs and follow the links below to learn more on all we have in-store this season. Be sure to follow us online @rwlibrary and explore this month's Activities Calendar.
Having challenges registering? Email us direct at RWLPrograms@regionofwaterloo.ca, or call us at 226-748-8030.
Programs for Children and Families |
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Summer Reading Club - On Readsquared - Designed for kids birth to 12 years Register at: rwlibrary.readsquared.com This summer, let's read and have fun! Choose how you want to participate: missions, reading, programs, or a bit of everything! Summer Reading Club is on now to August 31, 2021. |
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Fay and Fluffy Storytime - Register for link to recording - Designed for families with preschool and school age children The month of June! Celebrate Pride Month with a special Drag Queen Storytime by the fabulous Fay & Fluffy! Join us for an exciting program full of songs, stories, and lots of fun for everyone to enjoy. |
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Pajama Storytime- Register for link to recording - Designed for families with preschool children Mondays - June 7, 14, 21, and 28 anytime after 6 p.m. Snuggle in for a story and some songs before slipping off to sleep! |
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Maker Space - On Zoom - Designed for ages six to 10 years
Tuesdays – June 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29 at 4 p.m. Join us to build phenomenal creations through weekly challenges and activities based in STEAM: Science, Tech, Engineering, Arts, and Math. |
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Rise and Shine Storytime – On Zoom - Designed for families with preschool children Wednesdays – June 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 at 9:30 a.m. Rise and shine, and join us Wednesday mornings for stories, songs, rhymes, and fun activities. |
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Tween Space – On Zoom - Designed for ages 11 to 14 years Thursdays – June 3, 10, 17, and 24 at 4:15 p.m. Tweens, join this virtual space created for you to meet, hack, create, design and talk. Try projects, trivia, crafts, and more. Register at least 72 hours in advance for your supply kit from your local RWL branch. Contactless pick up is available at the door during opening hours. |
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Virtual Class Visits - Designed for school age children (JK-Grade 6) Last Two Weeks in June Calling all teachers! Register now to schedule a Region of Waterloo Library staff for a virtual class visit. We will share a story and talk about everything this year’s Summer Reading Club will offer. Limited spots available. Please email rwlprograms@regionofwaterloo.ca to schedule your visit. |
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1,000 Books Before Kindergarten- on ReadSquared – Designed for children ages birth - prekindergarten - On Now! 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten is an excellent way to help your child on their path to reading success. Track the books you read with your child. Yes, repeated books do count! Each book you read is a chance to bond and build your child’s language skills. - Register at: rwlibrary.readsquared.com |
Programs for Adults |
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Discover the Life Cycle of Organics - on Zoom - Designed for Adults and Teens Thursday, June 10 at 7 p.m. Discover the life cycle of your organics - from green bin and yard waste to compost and back again! Have you ever wondered what happens to your green bin or yard waste material after pick up? Follow each of the life cycle paths and discover how your organics can make things grow. Register to join a Region of Waterloo Waste Management representative for this insightful webinar. - Register to Discover the Life Cycle of Your Organics
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Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About LGBTQ2+, But Did Not Know Who To Ask: Discussion Panel - On Zoom Webinar - Designed for ages 16+ Wednesday, June 23 at 7 p.m. Have a question about the LGBTQ2+ community, but don’t know who to ask? Join RWL for a panel discussion in a safe space with local experts. Please note: Due to the sensitive nature of the topics discussed, this program is designed for ages 16+. - Register for Everything You Ever Wanted to Know about LGBTQ+ |
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Camping Safety: How to Protect Yourself and the Environment – on Zoom – Designed for Adults and Teens Saturday June 26 at 1 p.m. Join the Parks Canada Learn-to Camp team for tips and tricks on staying safe, and being respectful, in the outdoors. Whether camping for a week, or hiking for a day, we recommend some important safety considerations to remember! We will also discuss how to enjoy the outdoors while respecting the ecological integrity of our natural spaces. |
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Virtual Adult Craft Night: Magnetic Clothespins - on Zoom - Designed for Adults and Teens Tuesday, June 15 at 8 p.m. OR Thursday, June 17 at 8 p.m. Make fun crafts while chatting with a small group on Zoom. Register at least 72 hours in advance to pick up your supply kit from your local RWL branch. Please contact the branch to arrange for contactless pick-up. - Register for Tuesday Virtual Craft Night: Magnetic Clothespins - Register for Thursday Virtual Craft Night: Magnetic Clothespins |
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Virtual Adult Craft Night: Denim Feathers - on Zoom - Designed for Adults and Teens Tuesday, June 22 at 8 p.m. OR Thursday, June 24 at 8 p.m. Make fun crafts while chatting with a small group on Zoom. Register at least 72 hours in advance to pick up your supply kit from your local RWL branch. Please contact the branch to arrange for contactless pick-up. |
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Adult Book Discussion: Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine - on Zoom - Designed for Adults
Thursday, June 24 at 7:30 p.m. Join RWL's online book discussion! This month’s book is Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman. This is the story of an out-of-the-ordinary heroine whose deadpan weirdness and unconscious wit make for an irresistible journey as she realizes the only way to survive is to open your heart. - Register for Adult Book Discussion: Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine |
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Forest of Reading® Evergreen Adult Program- on ReadSquared – Designed for Adults Program is on Now! The Forest of Reading Program® is Canada's largest recreational reading program. The Evergreen Program is designed for adult participants and celebrates Canadian books publishers, and authors. To participate, sign up online, read the books, vote for your favourite title, and join in related activities. - Register at: rwlibrary.readsquared.com |
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