Event List

If you're looking to broaden your reading horizons, have we got the book club for you! The Well Read Club meets virtually from 6pm-7pm every month to discuss a selected fiction or ...

We will be discussing The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde.

Join us for an enlightening session with Emily Stowe, the founding editor of Mag Pie and Managing Editor and Visual Art Editor at North American Review. Emily will share her invalu...

Join us for a special back-to-school themed storytime! Enjoy picture books, songs, and rhymes sure to get everyone excited about going back to school. After storytime, stay with us...

The basement is open and our shelves are loaded! Fill your bookshelves and help Friends make room on theirs. Visit the basement on Mondays from 10am - 1pm to shop Friends basement ...

Bring your favorite stuffed animal for a special Sleepover Storytime! After the stories, leave your stuffed animal behind to enjoy an overnight adventure in the library. The next m...

Love Sci-Fi, Fantasy, or any type of Speculative Fiction? Are you looking to gather with other fans of these genres? If so, join the Altered Reality Book Club at the WPL! This book...

We will be discussing Starter Villain by John Scalzi.

The basement is open and our shelves are loaded! Fill your bookshelves and help Friends make room on theirs. Visit the basement on Mondays from 10am - 1pm to shop Friends basement ...

This workshop will delve into strategies for pinpointing your writing strengths and identifying the ideal niche for your work. Learn how to tailor your writing to showcase these st...

Give a gift straight from your heart-WPL is hosting a blood drive! Although walk-ins are accepted, appointments are preferred. Visit the link below for more information about what ...

In collaboration with Friendly Meeple, the WPL is hosting Board Game Night! We'll be playing games from Friendly Meeple's personal library of 400+ board games, as well as the games...

Three to five year olds and their caregivers.

Join us on Tuesdays for Preschool Storytime.

Three to five year olds and their caregivers.

Join us on Wednesdays for Preschool Storytime.

Two year olds and their caregivers

Join us on Thursdays for Terrific Twos Storytime.

The Plant Swap is back! Whether you're looking to rehome a plant you already have, or you want to adopt a new plant, all are welcome at this program. Participants should bring a pe...

Join us the first Friday of the month to catch a new release (or classic film) on the big screen! Popcorn and soda provided free of charge. Sponsored by Friends of the Waterloo Pub...

There's no party like a Pete the Cat party! Join us for a "purr-fect" morning packed with Pete the Cat-themed games, crafts, and there's even a chance to win a prize! Snacks will b...

The basement is open and our shelves are loaded! Fill your bookshelves and help Friends make room on theirs. Visit the basement on Mondays from 10am - 1pm to shop Friends basement ...

If you're looking to broaden your reading horizons, have we got the book club for you! The Well Read Club meets virtually from 6pm-7pm every month to discuss a selected fiction or ...

We will be discussing Hades, Argentina by Daniel Loedel.

Join Seth, Library Assistant and Poet, for an engaging workshop on the art of poetry. Explore fundamental poetic forms, uncover techniques for discovering your unique poetic voice,...

We're hosting a Manga club for teens! We'll talk about our favorite series, favorite characters, and enjoy some fun treats, including snacks from a monthly Snack Box subscription. ...

The Trustees of the Waterloo Public Library meet monthly (except August and December) on the second Thursday of the month in the second floor Conference Room.

The basement is open and our shelves are loaded! Fill your bookshelves and help Friends make room on theirs. Visit the basement on Mondays from 10am - 1pm to shop Friends basement ...