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France vs Senegal Watch Party
2026-06-16 15:00:00 2026-06-16 17:00:00 America/New_York France vs Senegal Watch Party Watch a FIFA World Cup 2026™ match at the library McCormick Branch -

Tuesday, June 16
3:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-06-16 15:00:00 2026-06-16 17:00:00 America/New_York France vs Senegal Watch Party Watch a FIFA World Cup 2026™ match at the library McCormick Branch -

Watch a FIFA World Cup 2026™ match at the library

About the Event

Join us at the library to watch a FIFA World Cup 2026™ match between France and Senegal on the big screen in the Beaupre Room! Cheer on your favourites and enjoy the excitement together in a welcoming, family‑friendly setting.

Feel free to drop in for all or part of the match—chairs will be provided. Let’s celebrate soccer, sport, and community (and remember to keep all cheering positive!).

About FIFA World Cup 2026™

The tournament is being co-hosted by Canada, United States and Mexico from Thursday June 11th to Sunday July 19th. 48 Countries are participating in round-robin matches before the knock-out phase starts on Sunday June 28th. Games in Canada will be held in Toronto and Vancouver. 

Watching Games at WPL

All WPL locations will show FIFA World Cup 2026™ games on display screens in the library, and various watch parties will be hosted at the Main Library, Eastside Branch, McCormick Branch, and John M. Harper Branch throughout the tournament.

AGE GROUP: | Families | Everyone Welcome |

EVENT TYPE: | Special Events | Games | Drop-in |

TAGS: | Adult learning |

McCormick Branch
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The McCormick Branch is nestled in the heart of the Lakeshore neighbourhood, providing exciting resources to its residents. The second oldest of Waterloo Public Library’s locations, the McCormick Branch is small but mighty and is part of the Albert McCormick Community Centre which features a large outdoor play area, splash pad and skate park.

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Tue, Jun 16, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
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Watch a FIFA World Cup 2026™ match at the library
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John M. Harper Branch - Program Room
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John M. Harper Branch - Program Room
Watch a FIFA World Cup 2026™ match at the library
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Main Library - James J. Brown Auditorium
Watch a FIFA World Cup 2026™ match at the library
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Wed, Jun 24, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
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Watch a FIFA World Cup 2026™ match at the library
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Main Library - James J. Brown Auditorium
Watch a FIFA World Cup 2026™ match at the library
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John M. Harper Branch - Program Room
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Main Library - James J. Brown Auditorium
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