Pioneer Park Library
Note: Unless otherwise noted, you may register for the following programs (if required) either in person, or by phone at (519) 748-2740.
Children's
Programs
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Author! Author!
Helaine Becker
Helaine Becker is an award-winning author of both fiction and non-fiction books. Ms. Becker won the 2006 Silver Birch Award for Boredom Blasters: Brain Bogglers, Awesome Activities, Cool Comics, Tasty Treats, and More, and is nominated for the 2008 Silver Birch Award for Secret Agent Y.O.U: The Official Guide to Secret Codes, Disguises, Surveillance and More.
Join us for a fun, educational and interactive look at becoming a writer and the writer's life.
Thursday, May 29 at 1:30
Pioneer Park Community Library
Students in grades 4 - 6 are welcome. Please call to reserve your spot.
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Babytime
It is never too early to bring babies and books together. Babies (0-11 months) and their caregivers are invited to join us for this special program designed especially for KPL's youngest customers. Each 20-30 minute session will include rhymes, songs, stories and bounces.
Wednesdays at 9:30 am
January 16 - February 27
Pioneer Park Library
Registration begins Wednesday, January 9 in person or by phone.
April 2 - May 14
Pioneer Park Library
Registration begins Wednesday, March 26 in person or by phone.
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Little Scientists
Is it a solid? Is it a liquid? Does it float or sink? Budding scientists ages 3.5 to 5 years will explore some simple science concepts by doing “hands-on” experiments, playing games as well as listening to stories.
Wednesdays at 2:00 pm
April 2 - April 23
Pioneer Park Library
Registration for this 45-minute program starts Monday, March 3 in person or by phone.
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March Break
Wild Thing Pop-Up
Listen to some fables from the book Squids Will Be Squids, then make your own Wild Thing Pop-Up to take home.
Monday, March 10 at 2:00
Pioneer Park Community Library
Children 6 and over may register beginning Monday, February 25 in person or by phone.
Stinky Cheese Man and The Bumptious Burp
Wake up your sniffer. Enjoy the smelly tale of the Stinky Cheese Man and make his crazy mobile friend, the Bumptious Burp.
Tuesday, March 11 at 2:00
Pioneer Park Community Library
Children 6 and over may register beginning Monday, February 25 in person or by phone.
Family Storyhour: Wacky Wednesday Tales
Stories are for sharing. The whole family is invited to drop by and enjoy books, songs and more during this special spring storyhour celebrating silly, funny stories and songs.
Wednesday, March 12 at 10:00
Pioneer Park Community Library
Registration begins Monday, February 25 in person or by phone.
Be Dazzled - Make Your Own Kaleidoscope
When you hold the tube up to one eye and look through it, you can watch your own light show. The reflections bounce back and forth from side to side creating multiple images.
Wednesday, March 12 at 2:00
Pioneer Park Community Library
Children 6 and over may register beginning Monday, February 25 in person or by phone.
Wacky 3-D Glasses
Imagine the zaniest, wildest 3-D glasses ever. Put your creativity to work and be prepared for the parade of one of a kind 3-D glasses.
Pioneer Park Community Library
Thursday, March 13 at 2:00
Children 6 and over may register beginning Monday, February 25 in person or by phone.
Games Galore
Bingo, red light green light and pass the toilet paper are just some of the games we will play today. Join us for an hour of fun.
Friday, March 14 at 2:00
Pioneer Park Community Library
Children 6 and over may register beginning Monday, February 25 in person or by phone.
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One Is Fun!
Introduce your one year old to the wonderful world of books. Together toddlers (12-23 months) and their caregivers will enjoy stories, and learn rhymes, songs, and more during this fun and interactive program. Come prepared to giggle and bounce during this 20-30 minute program.
Wednesdays at 10:30 am
January 16 - February 27
Pioneer Park Library
Registration begins Wednesday, January 9 in person or by phone.
April 2 - May 14
Pioneer Park Library
Registration begins Wednesday, March 26 in person or by phone.
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Preschool Storytime
Books are the focus, and fun is the goal. Preschoolers (3-5 year olds) are invited to join in stories, songs, rhymes, and crafts. Each week will be a new theme and a new opportunity to learn and laugh during this 45-minute program.
Mondays at 10:30 am
January 14 - February 25
Pioneer Park Library
Registration begins Monday, January 7 in person or by phone.
March 31 - May 12
Pioneer Park Library
Registration begins Tuesday, March 25 in person or by phone.
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Reading Buddies
Students in grades 1-4 are invited to discover the wonderful world of books! This program is designed for reluctant readers who have learned the fundamentals of reading, but need practice.
Thursdays at 6:30 pm
January 10- February 28
Pioneer Park Library
Registration for this one-hour program begins December 1 in person or by phone.
March 27 - April 24
Pioneer Park Community Library
Registration for this one-hour program begins March 1 in person or by phone.
Want to be a Reading Buddy Volunteer? Call 519-743-0271 ext. 275.
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Tales For Twos
It's time for toddlers to take over. This fast-paced, interactive program is designed especially for active two year olds (24-35 months) and their caregivers. Join us for 30 minutes of toddler friendly stories, songs, crafts, and lots of fun.
Mondays at 9:30 am
January 14 - February 25
Pioneer Park Library
Registration begins Monday, January 7 in person or by phone.
March 31 - May 12
Pioneer Park Library
Registration begins Tuesday, March 25 in person or by phone.
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Adult
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Controlling The Volcano Within
with K-W Counselling Services
Many parents feel angry at times. Children have a way of pushing our buttons. Learn to recognize your own anger patterns. Model effective ways of expressing anger positively and teach children to manage their emotions in productive ways.
Wednesdays from 7:00 - 9:00 pm
March 26 - April 30
Pioneer Park Community Library
A registration fee of $120.00 per family is payable the first night of the program Wednesday, March 26. A $20.00 subsidy is available for registrants who live within the DPPCA area.
Registration begins Saturday, March 1 in person or by phone.
K-W Counselling, Doon-Pioneer Park Community Association and the Pioneer Park Community Library graciously sponsor this program.
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Get Set to Grow
Cultivating your Community
with Candace Wormsbecker, Community Garden Council of Waterloo Region
Community gardens are places where people come together to grow vegetables, herbs, fruits, flowers and friendships. They provide an opportunity for people to produce their own fresh, safe, and affordable food, relieve stress, and provide experience opportunities.
Join Candace tonight as she talks about successful Waterloo Region gardens and explains the process to start and maintain a community garden. The Region of Waterloo Garden Network is designed to assist you plan, develop and run a successful community garden.
Monday, April 14 at 7:15
Pioneer Park Community Library
Register for this program in person or by phone.
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Home Staging
Preparing your Home to Show its Best
with Colleen Ernewein, owner, Home Impressions Staging and Decorating
Help your home stand out among all the other houses in today's highly competitive market. Home staging can be as simple as freshening up the house by cleaning, de-cluttering and re-arrangement of furniture and easy renovations such as painting, flooring replacement, kitchen/bathroom ideas, and even furnishing an empty house.
Colleen Ernewein, a professional home stager, will talk about furniture placement, wall color trends, lighting, organizational ideas and accessorizing.
Tuesday, April 8 at 7:15
Pioneer Park Community Library
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