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learn. discover. enjoy. Spring 2020 learn. discover. enjoy. Spring 2020 Exciting new programs for Spring! Registration starts March 3 @RWLibrary @RWLibrary.ca @RWLibrary www.rwlibrary.ca

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learn. discover. enjoy.Spring 2020learn. discover. enjoy. Spring 2020

Exciting new programs for Spring!Registration starts March 3

@RWLibrary

@RWLibrary.ca

@RWLibrary

www.rwlibrary.ca

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Events and programsFamily

Family Storytime (Birth to five years with caregiver participating)

Drop in to talk, read, play, write and sing in this interactive program.

Ayr: New day Wednesdays, April 1 to May 20 10:15 to 11 a.m.Baden: Thursdays, April 2 to May 21 10:15 to 11 a.m. Breslau: Ongoing program Wednesdays 5 to 5:30 p.m.Linwood: Thursdays, April 2 to May 21 10 to 10:45 a.m. New Dundee: Wednesdays, April 1 to May 20 9:30 to 10:15 a.m.New Hamburg: Wednesdays, April 1 to May 20 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. St. Clements: Thursdays, April 2 to May 21 10 to 10:45 a.m.Wellesley: Tuesdays, March 31 to May 19 11 to 11:45 a.m.

Rhyme Time(Birth to five years with caregiver participating)

Enjoy interactive songs, stories, and activities together.

Elmira: Wednesdays, April 1 to May 20 10:15 to 11 a.m.New Hamburg: Fridays, April 3 to May 22 10:30 to 11 a.m.

Movie Theatre for Families (All ages; children nine years and younger with caregiver)

Drop in for a free movie at the library.

Ayr:

Movie title will be announced in March.

Friday, April 3 2 to 3:45 p.m.Friday, May 29 2 to 3:45 p.m.

New Hamburg:

Movie title will be announced in March.

Friday, April 3 2 to 3:45 p.m.Friday, May 29 2 to 3:45 p.m.

Stay and Play Drop in to stay and play with different activities and games in the library.

Bloomingdale: Thursdays, April 2 to May 21 10 a.m. to noonSt. Jacobs: Wednesdays, April 1 to May 20 10 a.m. to noon

Babies

Baby Connections(Birth to 12 months with caregiver participating)

Get resources and tips to help develop literacy skills with your baby. Registration is required.

Ayr: Wednesdays, April 1 to May 20 11:30 a.m. to noonBaden: New time Wednesdays, April 1 to May 20 11:30 a.m. to noonElmira: New day Wednesdays, April 1 to May 20 11:30 a.m. to noonNew Hamburg: Wednesdays, April 1 to May 20 11:30 a.m. to noonWellesley: Tuesdays, March 31 to May 19 10 to 10:30 a.m.

Drop-in Messy playRegistration Risky playLegend

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Preschool

Li’l STEAM (Two to five years with caregiver participating)

Have fun together exploring activities based in S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math). Registration is required.

Baden: Wednesdays, April 1 to May 20 10:15 to 11 a.m. Elmira: Tuesdays, March 31 to May 19 6:15 to 7 p.m.

Thursdays, April 2 to May 21 10:15 to 11 a.m.New Dundee: Tuesdays, March 31 to May 19 6:15 to 7 p.m.New Hamburg: Tuesdays, March 31 to May 19 6:15 to 7 p.m. Wellesley: Thursdays, April 2 to May 21 6:15 to 7 p.m.

Ready, Set, Go! Kindergarten

(Three to four years entering kindergarten in Fall 2020, with caregiver participating)

Help your child build literacy, math, and social skills. Caregivers join the last part of the program to explore hands-on learning centres with the children. Registration is required.

Baden: Tuesdays, March 31 to May 19 9 to 10 a.m.

School age

Maker Club(Six to 12 years)

Join us for a new challenge each week. Create something with ideas and resources based in S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math).

Ayr: Wednesdays, April 1 to May 20 4:15 to 5 p.m. Baden: Thursdays, April 2 to May 21 3:30 to 4:15 p.m.Elmira: Tuesdays, March 31 to May 19 4 to 4:45 p.m. Hawkesville Ongoing program Tuesdays 6 to 7 p.m.New Hamburg: Tuesdays, March 31 to May 19 4 to 4:45 p.m.Wellesley: Thursdays, April 2 to May 21 4:30 to 5:15 p.m.

Read to a Dog (Four to eight years)Enjoy reading with a friendly dog. Register for a 15 minute time slot.

Elmira: Tuesdays, March 31 to May 19, 4 to 4:15 p.m., 4:15 to 4:30 p.m., 4:30 to 4:45 p.m., 4:45 to 5 p.m.

Awesome Book Club (10 to 12 years)

Share great books with friends your age! New members are welcome at any time through the year. Registration is required.

Baden: First Tuesday of the month April 7 6:45 to 7:30 p.m.

New Dundee Book Club (Six to nine years)

Drop in to share great books with friends your age! New members are welcome at any time. Facilitated by staff from Wilmot Family Resource Centre.

New Dundee: Thursdays, April 2 to May 21 4 to 4:45 p.m.

Bits ‘N Bites Book Club (10 to 12 years)

Share great books with friends your age! New members are welcome at any time through the year. Registration is required.

Wellesley: Second Tuesday of the month April 14 and May 12 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.

School age

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Teens

Reely Good Reads Book Club (13 to 18 years)

Join in and talk about which version you prefer, reading the book or seeing the movie. Registration is encouraged, but drop-ins are welcome.

Wellesley: First Tuesday of the month April 7 and May 5 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Special events

Maker Morning (All ages)

Drop in during the PD Day to make a masterpiece!

Ayr: Friday, May 29 10:30 a.m. to noonElmira: Friday, May 29 10:30 a.m. to noonNew Hamburg: Friday, May 29 10:30 a.m. to noon

Wilmot Wild Visit to the Library (All ages welcome; children nine years and younger with caregiver)

Register to join with the Wilmot Wild Lacrosse team members in fun challenges at the library!

Baden: Wednesday, May 27 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

National Indigenous History Month: JuneVisit the library throughout June for information and activities that help celebrate the heritage, diverse cultures, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Metis peoples.

Adults

Community Literacy: Harry Potter! (Adults)

Harry Potter is widely considered a work of popular fiction, but what happens when we put Harry Potter into a literary context, considering the various authors, themes, ideas, and mythologies that Rowling draws from in creating her Wizarding World? Register for this year’s Community Lit, which will seek to answer such questions and to explore Harry Potter as an important work of creative fiction.

Ayr: Thursdays, May 7 to July 2 (Note: no program on June 4)

6:30 to 8 p.m.

Silver Screen Sing Along(Adults)

Special after-hours registered events! We have the whole branch to ourselves. Come sing your heart out with the Lion King, go for the Oscar with Les Miserables, or get groovy with Mamma Mia. (Pssst – popcorn is provided.)

Ayr: Monday, April 20 Mamma Mia!

6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

New Hamburg: Saturday, May 2 Les Miserables

3 to 5 p.m.

Baden: Monday, May 11 Lion King

7 to 9 p.m.

Museum Trip for Seniors (Ages 55+)

Registration starts February 18 for this free excursion to the Schneider Haus Museum in downtown Kitchener! A bus will take participants from the library branch to the museum for a tour of the historic house. Funded in part by the Government of Ontario’s Senior Community Grant Program.

Ayr: Wednesday, March 4 1 to 3 p.m. Elmira: Wednesday, March 11 1 to 3 p.m.New Hamburg: Thursday, March 5 1 to 3 p.m.Wellesley: Thursday, March 12 1 to 3 p.m.

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Forest Bathing (Ages 14+)

Register to join this gentle guided stroll on the trails near our library branches. Absorb the benefits of nature and learn the basics of Forest Bathing, a Japanese practise believed to help combat stress, anxiety, and depression. This event is rain or shine, but in case of lightening, this event will be rescheduled.

Baden/New Hamburg: Tuesday, April 28 Schmidt Woods (meet at the Nafziger Road trail entrance, behind the Wilmot Rec Centre)

10 to 11 a.m.

St. Jacobs: Saturday, May 9 Health Valley Trail (meet at the St. Jacobs branch)

1 to 2 p.m.

Ayr: Wednesday, May 20 Watson Pond Trail (meet at the Ayr branch)

10 to 11 a.m.

The Science of Happiness (Adults)

Everyone has an opinion about how to be happy - but what actually works? Register to learn about 12 scientifically-proven ways to become happier, and discover practical approaches to bring more happiness to your days!

Baden: Saturday, April 4 1 to 2 p.m.Ayr: Wednesday, April 8 7 to 8 p.m.Elmira: Thursday, April 23 1 to 2 p.m.

Art in the Library (Adults)

Drop in to this ‘book club for artists,’ where we’ll be making art inspired by short poems. Create collages and layered portraits with the help of a local artist. No experience required!

Elmira: Tuesday, March 31 1 to 3 p.m.New Hamburg: Tuesday, April 7 1 to 3 p.m.

Spring Craft Circle (Adults)

Drop in to a social, crafty program for adults. Make some art and make some friends! Supplies are provided.

Baden: Tuesday, April 14, 21, and 28 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.St. Clements: Tuesday, May 5, 12, and 19 3 to 4 p.m.

English Conversation Circle for Adults (Adults)

Drop in for an informal gathering where you can practice your English speaking skills and meet other people in the community. Open to adults learning English and to those who want to help.

New Hamburg: Thursdays, April 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Health Talks at the Library: Healthy Smiles (Adults)

Keep your smile bright! Drop in to hear from an oral health expert about dental health challenges facing people 50+, and learn about new dental health programs available to low-income seniors.

Elmira: Thursday, April 30 2 to 3 p.m.

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Movie Theatre for Adults Drop in for your favourite flicks at the library.

Elmira: Tuesday, April 7 Leap Year (PG)

1 to 3 p.m.

Tuesday, May 5 Downton Abbey (G)

1 to 3 p.m.

Tuesday, June 2

A Beautiful Day in the Neighbourhood (G)

1 to 3 p.m.

Adult Book ClubJoin other adults for a discussion on a different book each month. Details of the book titles are available at the branch.

Baden: Third Tuesday Book Club meets April 21, May 19, June 16 Meets at EJ’s Tavern and Restaurant

6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Elmira: Third Thursday Book Club meets April 16, May 21, June 18 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Elmira: New! Second Tuesday Book Club meets April 14, May 12, June 9 1 to 2 p.m.

Wellesley: Second Thursday Book Club meets April 9, May 14, June 11 6 to 7 p.m.

Linwood: Seasonal Book Club meets Wednesday May 6 Drop in to discuss "Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine" by Gail Honeyman.

7 to 8 p.m.

1:1 Technology Coaching Need help with your computer, tablet, or smartphone? Book a free session with our Technology Coach for one-on-one help. Additional appointments are available on request.

Ayr: Wednesday, April 8 1:30 to 3 p.m. Tuesday, May 19 2:30 to 8 p.m.

Baden: Tuesday, March 31 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, April 14 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, April 28 1 to 3 p.m. Tuesday, May 5 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, May 26 1 to 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 9 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Bloomingdale: Thursday, April 2 1 to 2:30 p.m.

Breslau: Wednesday, April 1 9 a.m. to noon Wednesday, May 13 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 17 9 a.m. to noon

Clyde: Thursday, April 23 2 to 4 p.m.

Elmira: Thursday, April 2 10 a.m. to noon Tuesday, April 21 3 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, May 12 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, May 27 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, June 11 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Hawkesville: Tuesday, May 26 5 to 7 p.m.

Linwood: Wednesday, April 15 5 to 7 p.m.

New Dundee: Wednesday, March 25 1 to 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 8 10:30 a.m. to noon Wednesday, April 29 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 20 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 10 10:30 a.m. to noon

New Hamburg: Thursday, March 26 2 to 3 p.m. Thursday, April 16 2 to 8 p.m. Thursday, May 14 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday, May 28 2 to 3 p.m. Wednesday, June 3 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

St. Clements: Wednesday, April 15 2 to 4 p.m.

St. Jacobs: Wednesday, May 13 2 to 3:30 p.m.

Wellesley: Tuesday, April 28 10 a.m. to noon

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Frequently asked questions

How do I register for a program?There are three options for registration:

Register online at www.rwlibrary.ca.

Visit any Region of Waterloo Library branch in person.

Phone any Region of Waterloo Library branch.

Please contact any Region of Waterloo Library branch if you have questions about our registration process.Please Note: registration for a branch program opens when that branch opens on March 3,

check www.rwlibrary.ca for branch hours

How much do programs cost?All library programs are free!

Must I register for each week of a program?By registering once, you register for all weeks of the program.

Can I register for programs and events at any RWL branch?Yes! You are welcome to sign up for programs and events at any RWL branch.

What programs are parents/caregivers required to participate in?Parents/caregivers are required to participate with their children, five years or younger, in all programs.

When does registration end?Registration is ongoing throughout the session as long as there is space in the program.

There are so many programs! Is there a way to only display my own branch’s programs in the calendar?Yes! You can limit the results to only your branch’s programs.

1. Under Search Criteria find the Location option.

2. Click the drop-down menu to select the branch of your choice.

3. Click the Search button. A list of events related to the selected branch will be listed below.

Drop-in to one of our satellite library sites. You can get a Region of Waterloo Library card, borrow and return materials, pick up holds, and

participate in programs.

Breslau Community Centre100 Andover Drive, Breslau

Library service:Wednesdays, 9 a.m. to noon and 5 to 7 p.m.Drop in for Family Storytime: 5 to 5:30 p.m.

Clyde and Scott’s Women’s Institute Hall1459 Sheffield Road, Cambridge

Library service:Thursdays, 2 to 4:30 p.m.Drop in for tea and conversation: 2 p.m.

Hawkesville Community Centre3521 Broadway Street, Hawkesville

Library service:Tuesdays, 5 to 7 p.m.Drop in for Kids’ Maker Club: 6 to 7 p.m.

Programs and events are free! Registration begins Tuesday, March 3. Register online, by phone, or in person. Children nine and under must have a parent/caregiver (age 12 or older) remain in the library during programs, events or movies. Weekly spring programs run the weeks of March 31 to May 22.

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www.rwlibrary.caTTY: 519-575-4608

locations519-575-4590

Hawkesville Community Centre:3521 Broadway Street, Hawkesville

Breslau Community Centre: 100 Andover Drive, Breslau

Clyde and Scotts Women's Institute Hall (CSWIH):1459 Sheffield Road, Cambridge

Ayr 519-632-7298 137 Stanley Street [email protected]

Baden 519-634-8933115 Snyder’s Road East [email protected]

Bloomingdale 519-745-3151860A Sawmill Road [email protected]

Elmira 519-669-547765 Arthur Street South [email protected]

Linwood 519-698-27005279 Ament [email protected]

New Dundee 519-696-30411176 Queen Street [email protected]

New Hamburg 519-662-1112 145 Huron [email protected]

St. Clements 519-699-43413605 Lobsinger [email protected]

St. Jacobs 519-664-3443 29 Queensway [email protected]

Wellesley 519-656-20011137 Henry Street [email protected]

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