The summer session of programs will run from July 11 to August 20, 2016.Register ONLINE at www.wpl.ca

Our programs are free!

Children’s ProgramsSummer 2016

WPL on The East SideWPL is moving east! This summer, WPL will host drop-in family story time programs Thursday mornings at RIM Park. Each program will consist of stories, songs and a number of literacy-focused centres and activities. Fun and engaging, programs are designed for families with children up to 5 years old. We hope to see you there! Thursdays, July 14 to August 18 10:00am to 11:00am RIM Park, Room 202 (directly above the Bench Warmer restaurant)

Train Station TuesdaysJoin us for fun DIY projects at the Train Station. We will have activities for both kids and adults so feel free to bring the whole family! We will play with fun tech, do awesome arts and crafts, and even make our own beauty products. Just want to relax for a bit? Every week we will have giant colouring pages and adult colouring books. Check in at your local WPL one week in advance to find out what activities will be happening each week. Tuesdays, July 12 to August 16 2:00pm to 3:30pm Train Station on Father David Bauer Drive

Book Lover’s BINGO – Kids Style! This summer, kids can participate in Book Lover’s BINGO – kid’s style! From June to August, pick up a BINGO sheet and have your children play along!See page 7 for more information.

Babies Ages: birth to 12 months with a caregiver

TuesdaysJuly 12 to August 1610:30am to 11:00amRegistration begins July 5

Discovering Math & ScienceAges: 2 and 3 years with a caregiver

MondaysJuly 11 to August 15(no program August 1)10:30am to 11:15amSpace is limited to first 20 participants

Discovering Music & MovementAges: 2 and 3 years with a caregiver

ThursdaysJuly 14 to August 1810:30am to 11:00amRegistration begins July 7

TuesdaysJuly 12 to August 1610:30am to 11:00amRegistration begins July 5

Discovering D.I.Y.Ages: 2 to 4 years with a caregiver

FridaysJuly 15 to August 1910:30am to 11:30amRegistration begins July 8

Transition to KindergartenAges: 3 and up with a caregiver

MondaysJuly 11 to August 15(no program August 1)10:30am to 11:30amRegistration begins July 4

FridaysJuly 15 to August 1910:30am to 11:30amRegistration begins July 8

WednesdaysJuly 13 to August 1710:30am to 11:30amRegistration begins July 6

Family StorytimeAges: everyone welcome

WednesdaysJuly 13 to August 1710:30am to 11:00amThursdays @ RIMJuly 14 to August 1810:00am to 11:00amSaturdaysOngoing11:00am to 11:30am

WednesdayJuly 13 to August 1710:30am to 11:00am

ThursdaysJuly 14 to August 1810:30am to 11:00am

EARLY LEARN I NG PROGR A MS519-886-1310www.wpl.ca

Main Library 35 Albert Street, Waterloo519-886-1310 Ext. 129

McCormick Branch 500 Parkside Drive, Waterloo519-886-1310 Ext. 213

John M. Harper Branch 500 Fischer-Hallman Road North, Waterloo519-886-1310 Ext. 310

Caregivers of children ages 9 and under must remain in the library while their children attend programs.

Early Learning Programs for young children at WPL are based on early literacy research and include tips and information for parents and caregivers. Your active participation in these programs will maximize the experience for you and your child. Engaging in reading, writing, singing, playing and talking activities together will help to build your child’s literacy skills for life.

Our programs are free!

Look for WPL at these Special Events this Summer:STEAM heat – Saturday, June 4 from 1:00pm to 4:00pm at the Main LibraryOpen Streets Waterloo – Sunday, June 12 in Uptown WaterlooUW Canada Day – Friday, July 1 at Columbia LakeKidspark – Sunday, August 21 from 11:00am to 5:00pm in Victoria Park

For more information about these events, please visit www.wpl.ca

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Movie ManiaJoin us for songs, games, activities, and crafts related to the following movies.

July 18 – Finding DoryJuly 25 – The Secret Life of PetsAugust 8 – Ice Age seriesAugust 15 – Cars series

MondaysJuly 18 to August 15(no program August 1)2:30pm to 3:30pmPlease register one week before each program date

Let’s Play with Radiation!We’ll learn all about alpha, beta, and gamma rays, capture them, and bend them to our will. If you’re really lucky, you may be the next Incredible Hulk!

TuesdaysJuly 12 to 262:30pm to 3:30pmRegistration begins July 5

Casting with ConcreteLearn about casting and create some fun, long-lasting objects out of concrete!

TuesdaysAugust 2 to 162:30pm to 3:30pmRegistration begins July 26

New Things from OldWe’ll be taking some old materials, toys and objects and repurposing them into new, neat and useful ones!

ThursdaysJuly 14 to 282:30pm to 3:30pmRegistration begins July 7

Airplane!“Shirley, we are serious” – serious about making some planes that fly. By the way, is there anyone out there who knows how to fly a plane?

ThursdaysAugust 4 to 182:30pm to 3:30pmRegistration begins July 28

RoboTechExperience robotics, from hi-tech to low-tech. Each week we will explore new ways of using our Sphero robots and our Lego Mindstorms. Plus, we will design and create different types of low-tech robots – all with different functions.

WednesdaysJuly 13 to August 172:30pm to 3:30pmPlease register one week before each program date

Sciensational Sssnakes!This show will feature an informal lecture about snakes, their ecology, and conservation issues, as well as a session in which participants are able to interact, touch, and hold the animals.

MondayJuly 112:30pm to 3:30pmFree tickets will be available 30 minutes before program.

Family Fun NightFun for the whole family to enjoy.

July 11 – BINGOJuly 25 – Lego Building ChallengeAugust 8 – Superhero Party. Dress up and come enjoy games, activities, and crafts.

MondaysJuly 11, 25, and August 86:30pm to 7:30pm

New Fun with Old TechnologyUse ‘old’ technology and tools to make new things. Fun with hand planes, graphite, stones, and wood!

TuesdaysJuly 12 to August 166:30pm to 7:30pm Please register one week before each program date

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Design, Create, Build! WPL at Conestoga MallLet your imagination and creative skills run wild as you design, create, and build. Each week will have a different focus.

Week 1 – Stop motion animation and LegoWeek 2 – Yarn artWeek 3 – Initials and MonogramsWeek 4 – Popsicle/clothespin craftsWeek 5 – Engineering challengesWeek 6 – Paper crafts

WednesdaysJuly 13 to August 171:30pm to 3:30pm at Conestoga Mall

Nerd NightsIt’s never been cooler to be a nerd! Join us for fun activities ranging from superhero crafts to Star Wars programming games and even robotic play. We will have Lego available every night, plus lots more. There is something for everyone! All ages welcome.

WednesdaysJuly 13 to August 176:30pm to 7:30pm

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SUMMER READI NG CLU B

Go Wild this Summer at WPL! Our Summer Reading Club (SRC) has programs, challenges, prizes, and fun to keep you busy from June 30 until August 27 – all summer long! SRC sign-up starts on June 30 at all locations.

Step 1: Check out our awesome kick-off events. We are hosting parties to start the summer right at each of our locations:John M. Harper Branch – Monday, July 4, 10:00am to 12:00pmYMCA Early Years Erbsville Site, 719 Erbsville Road, Waterloo – Monday, July 4, 10:00am to 12:00pmMcCormick Branch – Tuesday, July 5, 2:00pm to 4:00pmMain Library – Wednesday, July 6, 10:00am to 12:00pm YMCA Early Years Main Site, 161 Roger Street, Waterloo – Thursday, July 7, 10:00am to 12:00pm

Step 2: Sign up for the Summer Reading Club! Sign up starting June 30. It’s free and open to all kids who wish to participate. Simply read all the books, magazines, e-Books, etc. that you want and check in with us each time you visit. The more you check in the more chances you get to win AMAZING prizes (tickets, books, gift certificates, and much, MUCH more!)

Step 3: Visit often! Check out our incredible programs and take part in our ongoing challenges and contests before the Summer Reading Club ends on Saturday, August 27.

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Dynamic DinosHow can scientists tell when and how the dinosaurs lived? Kids make a fossil footprint to take home.

Wednesday, July 132:30pm to 3:30pmRegistration begins July 6

Feast for the SensesLearn how your five senses work together, and how they can trick your brain!

Wednesday, July 202:30pm to 3:30pmRegistration begins July 13

Playful MachinesDid you know that playground equipment does work? Build your own to see what we mean!

Wednesday, July 272:30pm to 3:30pmRegistration begins July 20

Why Live Here?Learn more about the animals living in your backyard, and build your own bird’s nest.

Wednesday, August 32:30pm to 3:30pmRegistration begins July 27

Fun with SpherosPlay, learn, and explore programming using these fun, interactive balls.

Thursdays, July 14 and 212:30pm to 3:30pmRegistration begins July 7

Stop Motion Animation with ClayBuild characters out of clay and then film them in a story you create.

Thursdays, July 28 and August 42:30pm to 3:30pmRegistration begins July 21

Lego ChallengeAre you up for a challenge? Come out and see what you can build!

Thursdays, August 11 and 182:30pm to 3:30pmRegistration begins August 4

Nature Nuts ScienceActivities, explorations, and crafts, both indoors and out, that will have you learning new things all summer long. Caregivers must stay and participate.

Week 1 – Three ways to plant plantsWeek 2 – Tadpoles and moreWeek 3 – All about BugsWeek 4 – Crazy CreaturesWeek 5 – Travelling SeedsWeek 6 – Backyard bugs

Tuesdays July 12 to August 162:30pm to 3:30pm

Art AdventuresJoin us each Thursday morning for a story and related craft. Experience castles and dragons, outer space and under the sea, watermelons, rainbows, and more!

Week 1 – Sponge painted castlesWeek 2 – Spaceships and AliensWeek 3 – Undersea DioramasWeek 4 – Finger dot paintingWeek 5 – Modelling ClayWeek 6 – Puffy paint rainbows

Thursdays July 14 to August 1810:30am to 11:30am

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These programs are offered in partnership with the University of Waterloo. All programs require registration. Please register online at www.wpl.ca

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Math, Science & Art AdventuresFoster your child’s natural curiosity as we explore math, science, and art through stories and interactive activities.

TuesdaysJuly 12 to August 1610:30am to 11:30amSpace is limited to first 20 participants

Amazing Art ProjectsCome and create fun and amazing art pieces inspired by famous artists like Chihuly, Van Gogh, and Pollack. Participants must be accompanied by a caregiver.

MondaysJuly 11, 18, and 252:30pm to 3:30pmRegistration begins July 4

Design 3D Printed KeychainsCome learn how 3D printing works and design your own keychain! The library will print them and you can pick them up the following week. Participants must be accompanied by a caregiver.

ThursdayJuly 212:30pm to 3:30pmRegistration begins July 14

Fingerprint ArtYou can’t get more original than fingerprint art! Come and learn about fingerprints and identifying fingerprints, then create a cool fingerprint art piece. Please note that children should be able to attend both weeks of this program. Participants must be accompanied by a caregiver.

MondaysAugust 8 and 152:30pm to 3:30pmRegistration begins August 2

Mini Castle Country CreationConstruct a mini cardboard castle, complete with mini creatures to populate the land! Will you build a moat? Soaring towers? Secret passages? Perhaps a fire breathing dragon will find its way to this medieval mayhem.

WednesdaysJuly 13, 20, and 272:30pm to 3:30pmRegistration begins July 6

Papercraft Moviecraft MinecraftMinecraft jumps from the screen into real life…and then back onto the screen! Pair up and use paper craft Minecraft blocks and an iPad to create a stop motion mini movie!

WednesdayAugust 32:30pm to 3:30pmRegistration begins July 27

Popping PiñatasMake your very own piñata to celebrate the summer! Create a snazzy piñata to hang as a decoration in your room…or fill it with treats for a party and POP it!

Wednesdays August 10 and 172:30pm to 3:30pmRegistration begins August 3

Code Like a DJ!Learn how to use Sonic Pi to code your own music! Make funky sounds and crazy beats while you watch everyone dance to your music.

MondaysJuly 11 to August 15(no program August 1)7:00pm to 8:00pmRegistration begins July 4

Design 3D Printed KeychainsCome learn how 3D printing works and design your own keychain! The library will print them and you can pick them up in a week.

ThursdayJuly 142:30pm to 3:30pm Registration begins July 7

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Open Family Maker SpaceCome play, learn and make almost anything with our high- and low-tech tools.

TuesdaysJuly 12 to August 16 2:30pm to 3:30pm

Choose your Own Adventure!Bring the family to sit in on a giant story where the whole audience chooses the adventure as we go along. Bring a pillow and blanket to get cozy or cool off with some popsicles while we carve our own path through an amazing story!

ThursdayJuly 146:30pm to 7:30pm

Everlasting SandcastlesMake a sandcastle that won’t wash away with the tide! Join us to create and decorate your very own forever sandcastle.

TuesdayJuly 196:30pm to 7:30pm

Family BINGO NightGet the family together and come out to enjoy some BINGO fun!

WednesdayJuly 276:30pm to 7:30pm

Design 3D Printed KeychainsCome learn how 3D printing works and design your own keychain! The library will print them and you can pick them up in a week. Participants must be accompanied by a caregiver.

ThursdayJuly 282:30pm to 3:30pmRegistration begins July 21

Duct Tape CreationsJoin us as we step into the world of duct tape. Come make your own creation!

WednesdayAugust 36:30pm to 7:30pm

Sharpie Tiles Art ProjectCome and create a stunning piece of art with just Sharpies and rubbing alcohol.

TuesdayAugust 96:30pm to 7:30pm

Sticks ‘N’ Stones, Makin’ BonesLet’s use sticks and stones to make some 3D dinosaur bones! Use blueprints of fossils to make a miniature replica of dinosaur bones or create your own prehistoric creation!

Thursday August 186:30pm to 7:30pm

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Book Lover’s BINGO – Kids Style!This summer, kids have the chance to participate in Book Lover’s BINGO – kids style! From June until August, kids can pick up a BINGO sheet and play along! Each BINGO square challenges you to read something specific: a book with a one-word title, a book that has a cover you love, a book that scares you, a book that became a movie... and many more! Write your title on the BINGO square and every row you complete nets a chance to win! For the younger set, we have a Junior Book BINGO to challenge their reading skills. Can you be in the Summer Reading Club and take part in Junior Book BINGO? Of course! We are always happy about more reading!

WPL and our community partners are hosting a fun-filled afternoon of hands-on fun, interactive STEAM stations and exciting demonstrations.

- Coding centres - International music instruments - UW EcoCar - Bubbles, bubbles and even more bubbles - Maker activities - Invitation to Creation centre - Life-size games - Stomp Rockets - Lego mosh pit - Adult colouring … and more!

For more information visit wpl.ca or phone 519-886-1310 ext. 110.

Saturday, June 4 1:00pm to 4:00pm Main Library, 35 Albert St., Waterloo