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Off hours: A showcase of the hidden talents, skills and interests of Library staff

This summer, the Library is highlighting the talents of our staff and their creations. Featuring installations, weaving, photography and more, come see what our staff do in our off hours! Located in the display case across from Browsers.

Part six (September 8 to 22):

Alison Hitchens: homemade jams and photography

Larisa Smyk: grandchildren’s art and drawings

Special Collections & Archives, in the iconic Dana Porter Library building,  will be open from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 2 to 3 p.m.

60 years at Waterloo:

Perspectives of a university - from a corn field to architectural traditions

Doors Open Waterloo Region is holding their 15th annual Free Talk at University of Waterloo Library and the entire community is welcome!

In this illustrated talk, Ken McLaughlin, distinguished professor emeritus and the University of Waterloo’s official historian, will tell the story of the development of the 1,000-acre campus, and its impact on Waterloo and beyond.

Special Collections & Archives, in the iconic Dana Porter Library building,  will be open from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 2 to 3 p.m.