Downtown Kitchener
Downtown Kitchener
Winter 2011
During our Central Library construction & renovation, KPL will be offering a variety of programs in selected community locations, in addition to our regular branch locations:
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Kitchener Market, Upper Level
300 King St East (view map) -
Kitchener City Hall
200 King St West (view map) -
Lyle S. Hallman Pool
600 Heritage Dr, Kitchener (view map) -
Wilmot Recreation Complex
1291 Nafziger Road, Baden (view map)
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Programs for Children |
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Babytime
It's never too early to bring babies and books together. Babies (0 – 11 months) and their caregivers will enjoy 20 – 30 minutes of rhymes, songs, stories and bounces.
No registration required.
Wednesdays at 10:45 am
September 28 - November 30
January 11 - February 29
Kitchener Market (view map)
Family Storytime
Everyone is invited to share in this 30-minute program, which includes great stories, fun songs and rhymes. Fun for the whole family!
No registration required.
Tuesdays at 10 am
September 27 - November 29
January 10 - February 28
Kitchener Market (view map)
Fancy Nancy
Come dressed up all “glamorous” (that is fancy for beautiful) and join us for our Fancy Nancy “soiree” (that is fancy for party). Ages 5 – 12.
No registration required.
Thursday January 5 at 10 am
Kitchener Market (view map)
Jingle Babies
It’s never too early to bring babies and books together. Babies (0 – 11 months) and their caregivers will enjoy this special 20 – 30 minute holiday program.
No registration required.
Wednesday December 21 at 10:45 am
Kitchener Market (view map)
KPL Kids' Club
Take a break from shopping and drop by the KPL space (Upper Level) for stories, crafts and fun.
No registration required.
Saturdays from 9 am - 11 am
Ongoing
Kitchener Market (view map)
Let’s Read: Free Family Skate
Free family skating with the New Hamburg Firebirds!
1:15 – 1:45 pm: Reading of The Farm Team (upstairs in the Community Centre Room)
2:00 – 3:00 pm: ICE TIME!!!
Thurs. Jan. 5 at 1:15 pm
Wilmot Recreation Complex (view map)
Minute to Win-It
Like the popular game show we want to know: Are you up to the challenge? 60 seconds is all you’ll get in a variety of fun filled tasks! Ages 8 – 12.
No registration required.
Tuesday January 3 at 2:00 pm
Kitchener Market (view map)
One Is Fun
Oh, the wonderful world of books! Enjoy giggles, stories, rhymes and more, in this 20 – 30 minute interactive program for toddlers (12 – 23 months) and their caregivers.
No registration required.
Thursdays at 10:30 am
September 29 - December 1
January 12 - March 1
Kitchener Market (view map)
Preschool Storytime
Books are the focus, and fun is the goal! Preschoolers (3 – 5 year olds) are invited for 45-minutes of stories, songs, rhymes and crafts. Each week is an opportunity to explore a new theme, learn and laugh.
No registration required.
Wednesdays at 9:45 am
September 28 - November 30
January 11 - February 29
Kitchener Market (view map)
Spend your PA days with us!
Jump into January
Come in from the cold and spend your PA day with us, running, jumping, crafting and reading!
Please register one week before the program by calling 519-743-0271 ext 285.
Friday January 20 at 10 am
Kitchener Market (view map)
Medieval Times
Come hither lads and ladies, as we transform into Kings, Queens and Knights. Don’t miss out on our royal fun!
Please register one week before the program by calling 519-743-0271 ext 285.
Friday February 3 at 10 am
Kitchener Market (view map)
Stories ‘n Splashes
The entire family is invited to enjoy books, songs and more during this special 30-minute program at the Lyle S. Hallman Pool. Then put on your bathing suits and jump in the pool!
No registration required.
Thursdays at 5:45 pm
January 19 – February 9
Lyle S. Hallman Pool (view map)
5:45 – 6:15 pm: Stories ‘n Splashes Family Storytime
6:30 – 8:00 pm: Pool Plunge (Children must be accompanied by an adult in the water.)
The library storytime is free. The cost of the swim is $3.50 per child and $5.50 per adult/per swim. Swim is optional.
Story Wonderland
In the lane, snow is glistening. A beautiful sight, we’re happy today, walking to a story wonderland. Children are invited to come in from the cold to curl up for some holiday stories and songs.
Ages 3 – 5. No registration required.
Wed. Dec. 21 at 9:45 am
Kitchener Market (view map)
Tales for Twos
It's time for toddlers to take over. This 30-minute program is designed especially for active two-year-olds (24 – 35 months) and their caregivers. Join us for stories, songs, crafts and lots of fun.
No registration required.
Thursdays at 9:45 am
September 29 - December 1
January 12 - March 1
Kitchener Market (view map)
Programs for Teens |
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Book of the Month Club for Teens
Read a new book each month and chat about it!
Thursday December 8 at 4pm
by Rachel Cohn and David Levithan
Thursday January 12 at 4pm
by Nancy Farmer
Thursday February 9 at 4pm
by Sarah Mlynowski
New members are always welcome!
For meeting information and to register, call Christy at 519-743-0271 ext. 277 or email christy.giesler@kpl.org.
Teen Origami Program
Learn how to make assorted origami items at this hour-long program. Paper will be provided.
Thursday January 5 at 2 pm
Kitchener Market (view map)
To register, call Christy at 519-743-0271 ext. 277 or email christy.giesler@kpl.org.
6th Annual Amateur Photography Contest
In partnership with:
Calling all amateur photographers!
Submit up to 3 of your favorite photos from January 3 to February 7, 2012.
Categories include People, Architecture, Nature (Animals) and Nature (Landscape). Winners in each category will receive an enlarged and plaque-mounted copy of their winning photograph, and winning photographs will be published in the Waterloo Region Record.
Entries may be submitted beginning January 3, 2012.
Click here for full contest details.
Exhibition: KPL Amateur Photography Contest
View the winning photographs from KPL’s 6th annual Photography Contest, in partnership with
Wednesday April 4 at 6:30 pm
Kitchener City Hall Council Chambers (view map)
Presentation will be followed by a reception in the City Hall gallery space.
