Events

Name: Open Space – Mondays at KPL Central Branch
Start: 2026-04-13T18:30:00-04:00
End: 2026-04-13T20:00:00-04:00
Location: Kitchener Public Library – Central Branch

2026-04-06 - 2026-04-15

Condense Events Series

April 2026
Easter Weekend Mini Egg Hunts and Activities

April 6 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

| Recurring Event (See all)

Everybunny is welcome this long weekend at Schneider Haus! On Friday, Sunday, and Monday, things will be buzzing with Spring crafts, games, activities, and “eggsperiments” all day long! Join for mini egg hunts running hourly beginning at 11:30 a.m. through 3:30 p.m. and collect an Easter treat! Spot the golden egg during the scavenger hunt and enter for a chance to win a FREE membership to the Region of Waterloo Museums!

Event details
Youth Hub with Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region

Featured April 6 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

| Recurring Event (See all)

Kitchener Public Library - Central Branch 85 Queen St. N., Kitchener, Ontario, Canada

Youth Hub with Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region is for participants aged 12 to 17. Developed for teens with disabilities and open to all. Formerly the “Teen Hangout Group” at Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region. Come by for a teen drop-in to play video games, board games and more! No registration required. When: Mondays, 6-8pm from March 30 - May 25, 2026 (Note: No program on April 6 and May 18) Where: Central Library (85 Queen St. N. Kitchener) Learn More Check out the Youth Hub flyer...

Event details
Open Space – Mondays at KPL Central Branch

Featured April 6 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

| Recurring Event (See all)

Kitchener Public Library - Central Branch 85 Queen St. N., Kitchener, Ontario, Canada

GAMES & DROP-IN When: Mondays from 6:30 - 8:00pm Where: Kitchener Public Library, Central Library at 85 Queen St. N. Open Space is a weekly gathering that promotes inclusion within the community by getting people together at a cafe for food, fun and conversation. All are encouraged and welcome regardless of ability, and you do not need to be supported by Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region to attend. Bring a friend and enjoy. Questions? Please contact Rebecca Fowlie at rebecca.fowlie@eafwr.on.ca

Event details
Spring Fling: A Family Easter Celebration at McDougall Cottage

April 8 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

| Recurring Event (See all)

Join Region of Waterloo Museums for a weekend brimming with laughter, creativity, and the sweet delights of the season as we hop into Spring at McDougall Cottage's "Spring Fling" Family Easter Celebration! Learn More and Register

Event details
Exploring Autism- Virtual Information Session

April 8 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Join Autism Ontario on April 8 for an engaging and informative session designed to build awareness and understanding of autism and neurodiversity. In this session, participants will: Gain a foundational understanding of autism and neurodiversity. Learn about key characteristics associated with autism. Explore the mental health considerations that impact many autistic individuals. Discover ways to support autistic self-advocacy and how to be an effective ally. This information session is appropriate for anyone interested in learning more about autism and how...

Event details
Open Space – Wednesdays in Cambridge

Featured April 8 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

| Recurring Event (See all)

Cambridge Centre 355 Hespeler Rd., Cambridge, Ontario, Canada

COFFEE & CHATS When: Wednesdays from 12:00 - 2:00pm Where: Cambridge Centre, Food Court, 355 Hespeler Rd. Open Space is a weekly gathering that promotes inclusion within the community by getting people together at a cafe for food, fun and conversation. All are encouraged and welcome regardless of ability, and you do not need to be supported by Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region to attend. Bring a friend and enjoy. Questions? Please contact Rebecca at rebecca.fowlie@eafwr.on.ca

Event details
Open Space – Thursdays at Fairview Park Mall

Featured April 9 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

| Recurring Event (See all)

Fairview Park Mall 2960 Kingsway Drive, Kitchener, Ontario

COFFEE & CHATS When: Thursdays from 1:00 - 3:00 pm Where: 2960 Kingsway Drive, Kitchener Open Space is a weekly gathering that promotes inclusion within the community by getting people together at a cafe for food, fun and conversation. All are encouraged and welcome regardless of ability, and you do not need to be supported by Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region to attend. Bring a friend and enjoy. Questions? Please contact Rebecca Fowlie at rebecca.fowlie@eafwr.on.ca

Event details
Open Space – Fridays at Conestoga Mall in Waterloo

Featured April 10 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

| Recurring Event (See all)

Conestoga Mall 550 King St. N, Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

COFFEE & CHATS When: Fridays from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Where: Conestoga Mall, Food Court at 550 King St. N Waterloo Open Space is a weekly gathering that promotes inclusion within the community by getting people together at a cafe for food, fun and conversation. All are encouraged and welcome regardless of ability, and you do not need to be supported by Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region to attend. Bring a friend and enjoy. Questions? Please contact Rebecca Fowlie at rebecca.fowlie@eafwr.on.ca

Event details
Youth Hub with Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region

Featured April 13 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

| Recurring Event (See all)

Kitchener Public Library - Central Branch 85 Queen St. N., Kitchener, Ontario, Canada

Youth Hub with Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region is for participants aged 12 to 17. Developed for teens with disabilities and open to all. Formerly the “Teen Hangout Group” at Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region. Come by for a teen drop-in to play video games, board games and more! No registration required. When: Mondays, 6-8pm from March 30 - May 25, 2026 (Note: No program on April 6 and May 18) Where: Central Library (85 Queen St. N. Kitchener) Learn More Check out the Youth Hub flyer...

Event details
Open Space – Mondays at KPL Central Branch

Featured April 13 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

| Recurring Event (See all)

Kitchener Public Library - Central Branch 85 Queen St. N., Kitchener, Ontario, Canada

GAMES & DROP-IN When: Mondays from 6:30 - 8:00pm Where: Kitchener Public Library, Central Library at 85 Queen St. N. Open Space is a weekly gathering that promotes inclusion within the community by getting people together at a cafe for food, fun and conversation. All are encouraged and welcome regardless of ability, and you do not need to be supported by Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region to attend. Bring a friend and enjoy. Questions? Please contact Rebecca Fowlie at rebecca.fowlie@eafwr.on.ca

Event details

S Sunday	M Monday	T Tuesday	W Wednesday	T Thursday	F Friday	S Saturday
			1 event 1 1 event, 1 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Open Space – Wednesdays in Cambridge April 1 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Open Space – Wednesdays in Cambridge COFFEE & CHATS When: Wednesdays from 12:00 - 2:00pm Where: Cambridge Centre, Food Court, 355 Hespeler Rd. Open Space is a weekly gathering that promotes inclusion within the community by getting people together at a cafe for food, fun and conversation. All are encouraged and welcome regardless of ability, and you do not need to […]	1 event 2 1 event, 2 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Open Space – Thursdays at Fairview Park Mall April 2 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Open Space – Thursdays at Fairview Park Mall COFFEE & CHATS When: Thursdays from 1:00 - 3:00 pm Where: 2960 Kingsway Drive, Kitchener Open Space is a weekly gathering that promotes inclusion within the community by getting people together at a cafe for food, fun and conversation. All are encouraged and welcome regardless of ability, and you do not need to be supported […]	3 events 3 3 events, 3 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Open Space – Fridays at Conestoga Mall in Waterloo April 3 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Open Space – Fridays at Conestoga Mall in Waterloo COFFEE & CHATS When: Fridays from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Where: Conestoga Mall, Food Court at 550 King St. N Waterloo Open Space is a weekly gathering that promotes inclusion within the community by getting people together at a cafe for food, fun and conversation. All are encouraged and welcome regardless of ability, and […], 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Easter Egg Fest at Doon Heritage Village April 3 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Easter Egg Fest at Doon Heritage Village Come for the egg hunt, stay for the festivities! After your timed-entry egg hunt, enjoy spring-themed crafts, games, activities, and more! Join Doon Heritage Village and Ken Seiling Waterloo Region Museum for a day of Easter celebration! Hunt for eggs in the historic village, take a photo with the Easter Bunny, make some friends at the petting zoo, […] + 1 More	1 event 4 1 event, 4 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Schneider Haus Easter Egg-stravaganza April 4 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Schneider Haus Easter Egg-stravaganza Hop on down to Schneider Haus to take part in their springtime Eggstravaganza! Hop through bunny lane and try some bunny games like carrot toss and an egg and spoon race. Experience cuteness overload when meeting baby chicks! Get messy with some springtime crafts or join in at the historic kitchen for a seasonal story. […]
4 events 5 4 events, 5 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Easter Egg Painting in Petrykivka Style Workshop with Olena CHorna (Ages 14+) April 5 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Easter Egg Painting in Petrykivka Style Workshop with Olena CHorna (Ages 14+) Join professional artist and educator Olena Chorna Fine Arts/Petrykivka Artist for her Easter Egg Painting Workshop in Petrykivka (Ukrainian Folk Art) Style on April 5, 2026. Olena Chorna Fine Arts, spearheaded by Olena Chorna, is dedicated to sharing the rich heritage of Petrykivka, Ukrainian decorative painting globally. Specializing in original artwork and immersive workshops, the […], 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Easter Weekend Mini Egg Hunts and Activities April 5 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Easter Weekend Mini Egg Hunts and Activities Everybunny is welcome this long weekend at Schneider Haus! On Friday, Sunday, and Monday, things will be buzzing with Spring crafts, games, activities, and “eggsperiments” all day long! Join for mini egg hunts running hourly beginning at 11:30 a.m. through 3:30 p.m. and collect an Easter treat! Spot the golden egg during the scavenger hunt […] + 2 More	3 events 6 3 events, 6 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Youth Hub with Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region April 6 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Youth Hub with Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region Youth Hub with Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region is for participants aged 12 to 17. Developed for teens with disabilities and open to all. Formerly the “Teen Hangout Group” at Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region. Come by for a teen drop-in to play video games, board games and more! No registration required. When: Mondays, 6-8pm from March 30 - May 25, 2026 […], 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Open Space – Mondays at KPL Central Branch April 6 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Open Space – Mondays at KPL Central Branch GAMES & DROP-IN When: Mondays from 6:30 - 8:00pm Where: Kitchener Public Library, Central Library at 85 Queen St. N. Open Space is a weekly gathering that promotes inclusion within the community by getting people together at a cafe for food, fun and conversation. All are encouraged and welcome regardless of ability, and you do […] + 1 More	0 events 7 0 events, 7	3 events 8 3 events, 8 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Open Space – Wednesdays in Cambridge April 8 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Open Space – Wednesdays in Cambridge COFFEE & CHATS When: Wednesdays from 12:00 - 2:00pm Where: Cambridge Centre, Food Court, 355 Hespeler Rd. Open Space is a weekly gathering that promotes inclusion within the community by getting people together at a cafe for food, fun and conversation. All are encouraged and welcome regardless of ability, and you do not need to […], 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Spring Fling: A Family Easter Celebration at McDougall Cottage April 8 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Spring Fling: A Family Easter Celebration at McDougall Cottage Join Region of Waterloo Museums for a weekend brimming with laughter, creativity, and the sweet delights of the season as we hop into Spring at McDougall Cottage's "Spring Fling" Family Easter Celebration! Learn More and Register + 1 More	1 event 9 1 event, 9 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Open Space – Thursdays at Fairview Park Mall April 9 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Open Space – Thursdays at Fairview Park Mall COFFEE & CHATS When: Thursdays from 1:00 - 3:00 pm Where: 2960 Kingsway Drive, Kitchener Open Space is a weekly gathering that promotes inclusion within the community by getting people together at a cafe for food, fun and conversation. All are encouraged and welcome regardless of ability, and you do not need to be supported […]	1 event 10 1 event, 10 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Open Space – Fridays at Conestoga Mall in Waterloo April 10 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Open Space – Fridays at Conestoga Mall in Waterloo COFFEE & CHATS When: Fridays from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Where: Conestoga Mall, Food Court at 550 King St. N Waterloo Open Space is a weekly gathering that promotes inclusion within the community by getting people together at a cafe for food, fun and conversation. All are encouraged and welcome regardless of ability, and […]	0 events 11 0 events, 11
0 events 12 0 events, 12	2 events 13 2 events, 13 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Youth Hub with Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region April 13 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Youth Hub with Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region Youth Hub with Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region is for participants aged 12 to 17. Developed for teens with disabilities and open to all. Formerly the “Teen Hangout Group” at Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region. Come by for a teen drop-in to play video games, board games and more! No registration required. When: Mondays, 6-8pm from March 30 - May 25, 2026 […], 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Open Space – Mondays at KPL Central Branch April 13 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Open Space – Mondays at KPL Central Branch GAMES & DROP-IN When: Mondays from 6:30 - 8:00pm Where: Kitchener Public Library, Central Library at 85 Queen St. N. Open Space is a weekly gathering that promotes inclusion within the community by getting people together at a cafe for food, fun and conversation. All are encouraged and welcome regardless of ability, and you do […]	0 events 14 0 events, 14	0 events 15 0 events, 15	1 event 16 1 event, 16 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Open Space – Thursdays at Fairview Park Mall April 16 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Open Space – Thursdays at Fairview Park Mall COFFEE & CHATS When: Thursdays from 1:00 - 3:00 pm Where: 2960 Kingsway Drive, Kitchener Open Space is a weekly gathering that promotes inclusion within the community by getting people together at a cafe for food, fun and conversation. All are encouraged and welcome regardless of ability, and you do not need to be supported […]	1 event 17 1 event, 17 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Open Space – Fridays at Conestoga Mall in Waterloo April 17 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Open Space – Fridays at Conestoga Mall in Waterloo COFFEE & CHATS When: Fridays from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Where: Conestoga Mall, Food Court at 550 King St. N Waterloo Open Space is a weekly gathering that promotes inclusion within the community by getting people together at a cafe for food, fun and conversation. All are encouraged and welcome regardless of ability, and […]	1 event 18 1 event, 18 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm Bengali New Year Festival and Fair 2026 / বৈশাখী উৎসব এবং মেলা ১৪৩৩ April 18 @ 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm Bengali New Year Festival and Fair 2026 / বৈশাখী উৎসব এবং মেলা ১৪৩৩ Bangladesh Cultural Society, KWC Inc. will celebrate the beginning of Bengali New Year on April 18 (Saturday), 2026. Every year, Bangladesh Cultural Society, KWC (BCSKWC) Inc. celebrates the beginning of Bengali New Year here in the Region of Waterloo with a grand festival of cultural programs and a fair that showcases traditional items and food. This is […]
1 event 19 1 event, 19 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Stanley Park Earth Day Bike Ride April 19 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Stanley Park Earth Day Bike Ride Join Stanley Park Community Association for their Earth Day Bike Ride on April 19! Learn More	2 events 20 2 events, 20 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Youth Hub with Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region April 20 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Youth Hub with Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region Youth Hub with Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region is for participants aged 12 to 17. Developed for teens with disabilities and open to all. Formerly the “Teen Hangout Group” at Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region. Come by for a teen drop-in to play video games, board games and more! No registration required. When: Mondays, 6-8pm from March 30 - May 25, 2026 […], 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Open Space – Mondays at KPL Central Branch April 20 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Open Space – Mondays at KPL Central Branch GAMES & DROP-IN When: Mondays from 6:30 - 8:00pm Where: Kitchener Public Library, Central Library at 85 Queen St. N. Open Space is a weekly gathering that promotes inclusion within the community by getting people together at a cafe for food, fun and conversation. All are encouraged and welcome regardless of ability, and you do […]	0 events 21 0 events, 21	1 event 22 1 event, 22 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Open Space – Wednesdays in Cambridge April 22 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Open Space – Wednesdays in Cambridge COFFEE & CHATS When: Wednesdays from 12:00 - 2:00pm Where: Cambridge Centre, Food Court, 355 Hespeler Rd. Open Space is a weekly gathering that promotes inclusion within the community by getting people together at a cafe for food, fun and conversation. All are encouraged and welcome regardless of ability, and you do not need to […]	1 event 23 1 event, 23 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Open Space – Thursdays at Fairview Park Mall April 23 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Open Space – Thursdays at Fairview Park Mall COFFEE & CHATS When: Thursdays from 1:00 - 3:00 pm Where: 2960 Kingsway Drive, Kitchener Open Space is a weekly gathering that promotes inclusion within the community by getting people together at a cafe for food, fun and conversation. All are encouraged and welcome regardless of ability, and you do not need to be supported […]	2 events 24 2 events, 24 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Open Space – Fridays at Conestoga Mall in Waterloo April 24 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Open Space – Fridays at Conestoga Mall in Waterloo COFFEE & CHATS When: Fridays from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Where: Conestoga Mall, Food Court at 550 King St. N Waterloo Open Space is a weekly gathering that promotes inclusion within the community by getting people together at a cafe for food, fun and conversation. All are encouraged and welcome regardless of ability, and […], 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Schneider Haus PD Day Camp – Earth Day April 24 @ 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Schneider Haus PD Day Camp – Earth Day Celebrate Earth Day with Region of Waterloo Museum's popular PD Day camps at Schneider Haus on April 24! Reduce, reuse and recycle! Campers will engage in a variety of ecological activities like pollinator seed pod making, recycled paper making, and biodegradable salt dough. Camp programming provides a mix of free and structured play, allowing children […]	2 events 25 2 events, 25 9:00 am - 2:00 pm WWDSS Spring Mini Conference & Annual General Meeting April 25 @ 9:00 am - 2:00 pm WWDSS Spring Mini Conference & Annual General Meeting Join Waterloo Wellington Down Syndrome Society for their Spring Mini Conference & Annual General Meeting! DATE: Saturday April 25, 2026 TIME: 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Childcare drop off opens at 9:00 AM. WHERE: Catalyst Commons, 137 Glasgow St, Kitchener COST: $10 for WWDSS Members, $20 for Non WWDSS Members. (Lunch is provided for all […], 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Earth Day Community Cleanup in Waterloo Park April 25 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Earth Day Community Cleanup in Waterloo Park Join City of Waterloo for a community cleanup at Waterloo Park in celebration of Earth Day. Enjoy the fresh air and connect with friends, family and neighbours while helping to keep the park clean and welcoming for everyone. You'll also have the opportunity to take part in a hands-on activity to plant a sunflower seed […]
0 events 26 0 events, 26	2 events 27 2 events, 27 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Youth Hub with Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region April 27 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Youth Hub with Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region Youth Hub with Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region is for participants aged 12 to 17. Developed for teens with disabilities and open to all. Formerly the “Teen Hangout Group” at Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region. Come by for a teen drop-in to play video games, board games and more! No registration required. When: Mondays, 6-8pm from March 30 - May 25, 2026 […], 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Open Space – Mondays at KPL Central Branch April 27 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Open Space – Mondays at KPL Central Branch GAMES & DROP-IN When: Mondays from 6:30 - 8:00pm Where: Kitchener Public Library, Central Library at 85 Queen St. N. Open Space is a weekly gathering that promotes inclusion within the community by getting people together at a cafe for food, fun and conversation. All are encouraged and welcome regardless of ability, and you do […]	0 events 28 0 events, 28	1 event 29 1 event, 29 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Open Space – Wednesdays in Cambridge April 29 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Open Space – Wednesdays in Cambridge COFFEE & CHATS When: Wednesdays from 12:00 - 2:00pm Where: Cambridge Centre, Food Court, 355 Hespeler Rd. Open Space is a weekly gathering that promotes inclusion within the community by getting people together at a cafe for food, fun and conversation. All are encouraged and welcome regardless of ability, and you do not need to […]	1 event 30 1 event, 30 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Open Space – Thursdays at Fairview Park Mall April 30 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Open Space – Thursdays at Fairview Park Mall COFFEE & CHATS When: Thursdays from 1:00 - 3:00 pm Where: 2960 Kingsway Drive, Kitchener Open Space is a weekly gathering that promotes inclusion within the community by getting people together at a cafe for food, fun and conversation. All are encouraged and welcome regardless of ability, and you do not need to be supported […]