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Image for event: Seed Saving

Registration opens:
March 19th, 2026 7:00pm

Seed Saving

with Seeds of Diversity
2026-04-09 18:30:00 2026-04-09 19:30:00 America/New_York Seed Saving For Adults Eastside Branch - Program Room

Thursday, April 09
6:30pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-04-09 18:30:00 2026-04-09 19:30:00 America/New_York Seed Saving For Adults Eastside Branch - Program Room

Eastside Branch

Program Room

For Adults

About the Program

Discover the art and importance of seed saving in this informative presentation led by Bob Wildfong, Executive Director of Seeds of Diversity Canada. Learn how thoughtful garden planning and planting practices support successful seed collection, and explore why saving seeds plays a vital role in preserving biodiversity and strengthening our food systems. Whether you’re new to gardening or looking to deepen your knowledge, this session will equip you with practical tips and inspiration for your own garden.

Presented in partnership with Seeds of Diversity. 

Photography Notice: Please note that photographs and videos may be taken at this event and may be broadcast, reproduced, and/or made available in print or online. For individual or small group photos, staff will make attendees aware of their presence and will ask permission before taking photos. 

For larger public events, please note that by attending, you are consenting to the use of your appearance, image, and voice in print or digital productions created by the Waterloo Public Library for promotional use only. Please speak to library staff at the event if you’d like to be excluded from any photo/video. 

Staff: Maddy

AGE GROUP: | Older Adults | Adults 19+ |

EVENT TYPE: | Lifelong Learning | Guest Speakers | Environment |

TAGS: | Adult learning |

Eastside Branch
Phone: 519-886-1310
Hours
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Mon, Mar 09 9:30AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Mar 10 9:30AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Mar 11 9:30AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Mar 12 9:30AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Mar 13 9:30AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Mar 14 9:30AM to 5:30PM
Sun, Mar 15 Closed
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About the branch

Located at the RIM Park Manulife Sportsplex, the Eastside Branch boasts specialized creative spaces, quiet study areas, a nature education space and lots of natural light.

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Tue, Mar 31, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Eastside Branch - Program Room
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Wed, Apr 01, 10:30am - 11:15am
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Wed, Apr 01, 2:30pm - 3:15pm
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Registration opens Wednesday, March 11 2026 at 7:00pm
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Wed, Apr 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
John M. Harper Branch - Program Room
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Registration opens Wednesday, March 11 2026 at 7:00pm
English Conversation Circle - with YMCA Immigrant Services
Wed, Apr 01, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
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John M. Harper Branch - Program Room
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Thu, Apr 02, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Eastside Branch - Program Room
For adults in their 20s and 30s.
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2SLGBTQIA+ Reading Group - in partnership with SPECTRUM
Thu, Apr 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - James J. Brown Auditorium
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Registration opens Thursday, March 12 2026 at 7:00pm
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Fri, Apr 03, All day
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John M. Harper Branch - Program Room
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Mon, Apr 06, All day
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Main Library - James J. Brown Auditorium
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For adults in their 20s and 30s.
Registration opens Tuesday, March 17 2026 at 7:00pm
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