Event List

The Friends of the Waterloo Public Library $5-a-Bag Book Sale brings you the best deal in town. If you love books, this sale is for you! We supply the bags; you fill them up! Ca...

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...

The Friends of the Waterloo Public Library $5-a-Bag Book Sale brings you the best deal in town. If you love books, this sale is for you! We supply the bags; you fill them up! Ca...

all ages.

Join us on Saturdays for Family Storytime.

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 ...

Newborns up to age two and their caregivers.

Join us on Mondays for Mother Goose Storytime.

Three to five year olds and their caregivers.

Join us on Tuesdays for Preschool Storytime.

Join us in the Hive for the Teen Summer Library Program and create your very own miniature terrarium! Learn how to build a self-sustaining ecosystem with live plants, decorations, ...

Are you ready to make a mess? The WPL is kicking off the 2024 Summer Library Program by bringing back one of our most popular events, Mess Fest! We'll turn W. 3rd Street into Water...

Attention all aspiring adventurers! Your epic journey begins right here! Dive into the world of Dungeons & Dragons with our exciting five-session Teen campaign at the WPL. Lear...

Two year olds and their caregivers

Join us on Thursdays for Terrific Twos Storytime.

What's hot? What's not? Join us for this monthly forum to discuss the latest "binge-worthy" books, movies, and tv shows. Participants will meet and share what they've been reading ...

Combine your passion for fashion and desire to be more eco-friendly at our Trashion Show Expo! Experts from UNI's Textiles and Apparel department will be here to give you all of th...

Join us for a Bilingual (ASL) Storytime celebrating the heart of our library – YOU, just as you are! We'll dive into stories about community and the many reasons we celebrate each ...

Join us for a Puppet Show featuring some of WPL's most-loved puppets!

Over the river and through the woods, join us for a magical puppet show featuring your favorite woodland creatures! Enjoy a beautiful day outside at this storytime in the McFun Zon...

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 ...

Newborns up to age two and their caregivers.

Join us on Mondays for Mother Goose Storytime.

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 Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller.

Nearly 90% of seniors want to stay in their own homes as they age. Join us for this educational series to learn new and innovative ways to help you age in place. Presented by Fo...

Three to five year olds and their caregivers.

Join us on Tuesdays for Preschool Storytime.

Imagine dressing your dolls - from Barbie to American Girl - in clothing made by you, and there's no sewing involved! We'll supply the patterns and fabric, you supply the inspirati...

Imagine dressing your dolls - from Barbie to American Girl - in clothing made by you, and there's no sewing involved! We'll supply the patterns and fabric, you supply the inspirati...

Three to five year olds and their caregivers.

Join us on Wednesdays for Preschool Storytime.

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. ...