ESQ Library Programs

ESQ March Break Library Programs

AI Coding Workshop

Come join ESQ in this exciting AI coding workshop where we’ll dive into the world of face detection using Scratch Lab’s awesome Face Sensing blocks! Together, we’ll explore the cool potential of AI technology and discover the challenges that come with it. Get ready to create your very own face-sensing game, where your facial expressions will control the action! It’s a fun and hands-on way to learn how AI can interact with the world around us. No prior coding experience necessary!

Price: Free, registration required.

Ages: 9-12

Locations & Dates:

Waterloo Public Library: Eastside Branch

Tuesday, March 11, 10:30-11:30 am

Register here! Registration opens: March 4, 2025 7:00 pm

Baden Waterloo Region Library

Thursday, March 13, 10:00-11:00 am

Register here! (limited spot available)

March Break STEM Fun with ESQ

Join ESQ at one of four Kitchener Public Library branches for a hands-on, drop-in style experience filled with exciting STEM and tech activities! Explore two interactive booths featuring fun, bite-sized challenges in science, technology, engineering, and math. Perfect for all ages, this program is designed to ignite curiosity and creativity during your March Break.

Grades: K-6

Price: Free

Drop-in. No registration required. Craft supplies and room capacity are limited.

Monday - Friday (except Tuesday), 2:00-3:30pm

Locations:

Monday March 10th : Country Hills Library 2:00 - 3:30

Wednesday March 12th : Pioneer Park Library 2:00 - 3:30

Thursday March 13th : Forest Heights Library 2:00 - 3:30

Friday March 14th : Grand River Stanley Park Library 2:00 - 3:30

ESQ Spring Library Programs

ESQ Spring STEM Library Clubs

Calling all future scientists and engineers! Join ESQ at WPL on Monday evenings for a 4-week, hands-on adventure where you'll unleash your creativity! Together we will explore cool technology, design solutions to real-world challenges, and connect with other passionate STEM enthusiasts. Get ready to think big, work with others, and have fun as you dive into the exciting world of science, technology, engineering, and math!

Registration is done through WPL’s online events calendar.

Program Price: Free, registration required!

Waterloo Public Library (WPL)

Location: Eastside Branch

When: Monday evenings, 7:00 - 8:00 pm

Ages 10-12 (Grade 5-7)

Dates: March 17, 24, April 7, April 14 (Please note this program skips March 31)

Register here! Registration opens: February 24th, 2025 7:00pm

ESQ Old Post Office Workshop Series

ESQ will be in Cambridge @ the Idea Exchange's Old Post Office location delivering a STEM workshop series this spring! 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 Evenings, 6:00 - 7:30 pm

Dates: April 22 & May 13

Workshop Content:

Frantic Fishing (April 22): Gear up for a hands-on engineering adventure with ESQ! Design, build, and test a custom tool to retrieve "lost treasures" from a simulated sewer drain. Creativity and problem-solving take center stage in this exciting challenge!
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.