ESQ Library Programs

ESQ Summer Library Programs

ESQ is bringing exciting, hands-on science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) programming to libraries all across your communities this summer! From coding to chemistry and everything in between, we’re making STEM fun and accessible for all ages. Be sure to check back on this website regularly—new programs and dates are being added all the time, and you won’t want to miss out! All library programs are free of cost, you just have to register!

Summer STEM Explorers Club

Dive into the exciting world of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) with the À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ Engineering Outreach ESQ Community Team in this 4-week hands-on program! Unleash your creativity as you explore different technology, design innovative solutions to unique problems, and make lasting connections with fellow enthusiasts of STEM! This club will be hosted at WPL and KPL!

Registration is done through WPL and KPL's online events calendar.

Program Price: Free, registration required!

Kitchener Public Library (KPL) 

Dates: Thursday, July 10 to 31 

Time: 2:00 - 3:00 pm 

Ages: 7-9 

Location: Central Library 

 (Opens June 9)

À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ Public Library 

Dates: Wednesday, July 9 to 20 

Ages and Times: 

  • Ages 6-9: 1:00 - 2:00 pm 

  • Ages 10-13: 2:30 - 3:30 pm 

Location: Eastside Branch 

Check back soon for registration link!

Old Post Office Workshops

ESQ will be in Cambridge @ the Idea Exchange's Old Post Office location delivering two STEM workshops this spring and summer! Registration is required to participate in each workshop. See below for insight into the specific workshop content! 

Ages: 8 - 12

Program Price: Free, registration required! 

Location: Old Post Office

When: Tuesday 6:00 - 7:30 pm

  • Tuesday May 13 | 6:00 - 7:30 pm
  • Tuesday, July 8 | 2:00 - 3:30 pm

Workshop Content: 

  • Face It! (May 13): Explore the world of AI and face detection with Scratch Lab’s Face Sensing blocks! Participants will uncover the possibilities and challenges of this cutting-edge technology, then channel their creativity to design an engaging face-sensing game.

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  • Ancient Architects (July 8): Travel back in time and build history! Students will embark on an exciting journey through the rich history and stunning architecture of ancient civilizations around the world. In teams, students will use their creativity, teamwork and collaboration skills to construct iconic ancient structures using Lego. Along the way, they will explore and appreciate the ingenious engineering behind these remarkable civilizations. 

    • Check back soon for registration link!

Region of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ Library Workshops

Dates/Times & Locations:   

  • Monday, July 7 | 2:00 - 3:30 pm: Elmira 

  • Tuesday, July 15, | 2:00 - 3:30 pm: Baden 

  • Tuesday, July 22, | 2:00 - 3:30 pm: Ayr 

  • Tuesday, July 29 | 2:00 - 3:30 pm: Bloomingdale 

Ages: 9-12  

Program Price: Free, registration required 

Workshop themes to come! 

Check back soon for registration links!