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18 events to check out this week in Waterloo Region (Aug. 15 to 19)

18 events to check out this week in Waterloo Region (Aug. 15 to 19)
Check out our events page for things to do.Check out our events page for things to do.

STEM camp for Black youth

The weeklong camp will run from Aug. 8 to 22 with a different cohort each week: a week for kids in grades 4 to 6, then a week for grades 7 to 9 and the final week aimed at kids in grades 10 to 12. It will feature hands-on activities.

Location and Venue: Waterloo, Waterloo, ON (University of Waterloo Engineering and Science Outreach) Event date and time: Monday, August 15, 2022 12:00AM – 11:59PM Audience: Youth Price: Free

Neebing Indigenous Art Fair

The Neebing Indigenous Art Fair celebrates the Grand River — an important natural feature for many Indigenous communities. But it also uses cutting-edge technology to give visitors a more in-depth experience. Aug 6-21.

Location and Venue: 425 Bingemans Centre Dr., Kitchener, ON, N2B 3X7 (Bingemans) Event date and time: Monday, August 15, 2022 12:00PM – 8:00PM Audience: All Ages Price: $10. Buy tickets online

Preston Lawn Bowls Opening

107 season of lawn bowls will begin Mon. at 6:45. Weather permitting it will run every Mon., Wed., & Fri. evening. Drop in and try it 3 times at no cost. All equipment and instruction provided. Open Houses coming in June, but don’t wait. Come out now

Location and Venue: 427 Queenston Rd., Cambridge, ON, N3H 3J9 (Preston Lawn Bowling Club) Event date and time: Monday, August 15, 2022 7:00PM – 8:00PM Audience: All Ages Price: Free

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St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market

Open year-round Thursday 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Saturday 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Open Tuesdays 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., mid-June to Labour Day.

Location and Venue: 1386 King St. N., Woolwich, ON, N0B 2N0 (St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market) Event date and time: Tuesday, August 16, 2022 8:00AM – 3:00PM Audience: All Ages Price: Free

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A new art exhibition: Relationship and Emotion

UpTown Gallery presents a new art exhibition “Relationship and Emotion” featuring works of Michael ManChoi Chow, Amy Stickney, and Ida Tong. This show runs from July 19 to Sept. 18. www.uptowngallerywaterloo.com

Location and Venue: 75 King St. S., Waterloo, ON, (Uptown Gallery) Event date and time: Tuesday, August 16, 2022 11:00AM – 6:00PM Audience: All Ages Price: Free

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Youth English Conversation Circles

Learn conversational English and vocabulary for everyday life, interviewing, and resume writing. Contact Esar at esar.aljuboori@ytr.ymca.ca for more information. Bus tickets and light refreshments will be provided!

Location and Venue: 800 King St. W, Kitchener, ON, (YMCA Three Rivers Waterloo Region) Event date and time: Tuesday, August 16, 2022 3:30PM – 4:30PM Audience: All Ages Price: Free

It Runs in the Family

It Runs in the Family, An Infectiously Funny Farce, By Ray Cooney. It runs August 11 to August 28. Frantic, funny and completely outrageous, this rib-tickling farce proves once and for all that laughter truly is the best medicine.

Location and Venue: 46 Grand Ave. S., Cambridge, ON, N1S 2L8 (Hamilton Family Theatre Cambridge) Event date and time: Wednesday, August 17, 2022 2:00PM – 11:59PM Audience: All Ages Price: See website for ticket info

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2SLGBTQ+ Newcomer Teen Peer Support Group

This virtual group is for youth living in Stratford-Perth County and Waterloo Region. Participants can range from those who are entering Grade 9 in September 2022 to those who graduated High School in June 2022.

Location and Venue: Waterloo, Waterloo, ON, (Zoom) Event date and time: Wednesday, August 17, 2022 3:30PM – 4:30PM Audience: All Ages Price: Free

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St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market

Open year-round Thursday 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Saturday 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Open Tuesdays 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., mid-June to Labour Day.

Location and Venue: 1386 King St. N., Woolwich, ON, N0B 2N0 (St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market) Event date and time: Thursday, August 18, 2022 8:00AM – 3:00PM Audience: All Ages Price: Free

The Preston Towne Market runs Thursdays from 3 to 7 p.m. (Preston Town Market/Facebook)

Preston Towne Farmers’ Market

Drop by Central Park in Preston (corner of King and Argyle where the Cenotaph is) Thursdays from 3 to 7 p.m. Pick up some fresh, local produce, delicious baking, jams, jellies and spreads. New this season are crafters and artisans.

Location and Venue: 615 King St. E., Cambridge, ON, N3H 3N6 (Central Park) Event date and time: Thursday, August 18, 2022 3:00PM – 7:00PM Audience: All Ages Price: Free

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Food trucks at New Hamburg Thrift Store

Food trucks at the New Hamburg Thrift Centre Thursdays from 5 to 8 p.m.

Location and Venue: 41 Heritage Drive, New Hamburg, ON, (New Hamburg Thrift Centre) Event date and time: Thursday, August 18, 2022 5:00PM – 8:00PM Audience: All Ages Price: Free

Uptown Night Market

Weather permitting, the Uptown Night Market will run every Thursday evening through August, from 7 to 10 p.m., at the Waterloo Public Library (WPL) upper parking lot on Albert Street. It will host 26 vendors of food, art, retail, clothing and more

Location and Venue: 35 Albert St., Waterloo, ON, N2L 5E2 (Waterloo Public Library) Event date and time: Thursday, August 18, 2022 7:00PM – 10:00PM Audience: All Ages Price: Free

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Movies in the Park

Free entry with non-perishable donation of food or cash to the Food Bank of Waterloo Region. Schedule: July 21 – Encanto, August 4 – Willy Wonka and The Choclate Factory, August 18 – Sing 2.

Location and Venue: 50 Young St. W., Waterloo, ON, N2J 4A8 (Waterloo Park) Event date and time: Thursday, August 18, 2022 7:00PM – 11:59PM Audience: All Ages Price: Free

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Castle Kilbride Concert Series

Bring your lawn chair and enjoy concerts on the front lawn of Castle Kilbride!
Shows start at 7 p.m. Admission by donation. Concerts will be cancelled due to inclement weather. Check www.castlekilbride.ca for concert status.

Location and Venue: 60 Snyder’s Rd. W., Wilmot, ON, (Castle Kilbride) Event date and time: Thursday, August 18, 2022 7:00PM – 8:00PM Audience: All Ages Price: Admission by donation

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Outdoor Movie Nights

Join us every Thursday evening for a free family friendly movie on a giant inflatable screen. Movies selected are either G or PG. Movies start at dusk (Around 8:30 PM), weather dependent. Bring your own lawn chair, blanket and snacks.

Location and Venue: 50 Dickson St, Cambridge, ON, N1R 5W8 (Cambridge City Hall) Event date and time: Thursday, August 18, 2022 8:30PM – 11:59PM Audience: All Ages Price: Free

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#WalkQueen – Queen Street East

Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Jun-Oct, we will be closing Queen Street East, Cambridge, from Guelph Ave. to Tannery St. for #WalkQueen; a celebration of Hespeler’s unique and intimate Village district, and featuring free, inclusive activities.

Location and Venue: Queen Street East, Guelph Ave to Tannery St, Cambridge, ON (Queen Street East, Guelph Ave to Tannery St) Event date and time: Friday, August 19, 2022 3:00PM – 11:59PM Audience: All Ages Price: Free

Friday night karaoke at Galt Legion

Friday night karaoke at the Galt Legion. Come on down every Friday night from 7 p.m. till close to share some good times and great company in a safe comfortable environment.

Location and Venue: 4 Veterans Way, Cambridge, ON, N1R 3K7 (Galt Legion Br.121) Event date and time: Friday, August 19, 2022 7:00PM – 11:00PM Audience: Adults Price: Free

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Sounds Good to Me Concert Series: Anthony Damiao

Sounds Good to Me is a brand-new performing songwriter series. It intends to showcase performers of mostly original music over a diverse array of performing voices, styles, and genres in an intimate performance space. Anthony Damiao performs Aug 19.

Location and Venue: 9 Princess St. E., Waterloo, ON, N2J 2H4 (Kitchener-Waterloo Little Theatre) Event date and time: Friday, August 19, 2022 7:30PM – 11:59PM Audience: All Ages Price: $25

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Although we endeavour to provide the most accurate description of events listing and venues, we are not responsible or liable for errors and omissions in the event description, location or intended audience. If necessary, please contact the event organizer for additional information.

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9 events to check out in Waterloo Region this week (July 4 to 8)

9 events to check out in Waterloo Region this week (July 4 to 8)
Check out our events page for things to do.

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Day Camps At Avenue Road Baptist Church

Join us for affordable day camps for children in SK to Grade 6, featuring awesome themes, games, crafts, snacks, stories, and adventures. We are hosting 4 weeks of Vacation Bible Camp and 2 weeks of Sports Camp. Register now to reserve a spot!

Location and Venue: 465 Avenue Rd, Cambridge, ON, N1R 5S4 (Avenue Road Baptist Church) Event date and time: Monday, July 4, 2022 8:50AM – 4:15PM Audience: Children Price: Free

Preston Lawn Bowls Opening

107 season of lawn bowls will begin Mon. at 6:45. Weather permitting it will run every Mon., Wed., & Fri. evening. Drop in and try it 3 times at no cost. All equipment and instruction provided. Open Houses coming in June, but don’t wait. Come out now

Location and Venue: 427 Queenston Rd., Cambridge, ON, N3H 3J9 (Preston Lawn Bowling Club) Event date and time: Monday, July 4, 2022 7:00PM – 8:00PM Audience: All Ages Price: Free

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St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market

Open year-round Thursday 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Saturday 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Open Tuesdays 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., mid-June to Labour Day.

Location and Venue: 1386 King St. N., Woolwich, ON, N0B 2N0 (St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market) Event date and time: Tuesday, July 5, 2022 8:00AM – 3:00PM Audience: All Ages Price: Free

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UpTown Gallery New Art Exhibition: Sea, Land, Air

UpTown Gallery presents a new art exhibition “Sea, Land, Air” featuring works of Shane Langlade, Emily O’Neill-Larsen, Greg Pautler, and Jonathan Sau. This show runs from may 17 to july 17, 2022. 75 King Street, South, Waterloo. Waterloo Town Square.

Location and Venue: 75 King St. S., Waterloo, ON, (Uptown Gallery) Event date and time: Tuesday, July 5, 2022 11:00AM – 6:00PM Audience: All Ages Price: Free

Mamma Mia

A joyful celebration of mothers, daughters, old friends, and new family. Featuring the chart-topping hits of Swedish supergroup ABBA, Mamma Mia! is the musical phenomenon that has entertained 54 million people around the world. Jun 15 – Jul 9

Location and Venue: 40 Benjamin Rd. E., Waterloo, ON, N2V 2J9 (St. Jacobs Country Playhouse) Event date and time: Tuesday, July 5, 2022 2:00PM – 11:59PM Audience: All Ages Price: See website for ticket info

City of Waterloo Summer Program registration

Sign up for summer swim lessons, over 30 adult fitness class in brand new studios, kids cookie workshops and so much more! Read the summer guide and register for your favourites on June 1.

Location and Venue: 101 Father David Bauer Drive, Waterloo, ON, (Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex) Event date and time: Wednesday, July 6, 2022 8:00AM – 8:00PM Audience: All Ages Price: Free

The Preston Towne Market runs Thursdays from 3 to 7 p.m. (Preston Town Market/Facebook)

Preston Towne Farmers’ Market

Drop by Central Park in Preston (corner of King and Argyle where the Cenotaph is) Thursdays from 3 to 7 p.m. Pick up some fresh, local produce, delicious baking, jams, jellies and spreads. New this season are crafters and artisans.

Location and Venue: 615 King St. E., Cambridge, ON, N3H 3N6 (Central Park) Event date and time: Thursday, July 7, 2022 3:00PM – 7:00PM Audience: All Ages Price: Free

Friday night karaoke at Galt Legion

Friday night karaoke at the Galt Legion. Come on down every Friday night from 7 p.m. till close to share some good times and great company in a safe comfortable environment.

Location and Venue: 4 Veterans Way, Cambridge, ON, N1R 3K7 (Galt Legion Br.121) Event date and time: Friday, July 8, 2022 7:00PM – 11:00PM Audience: Adults Price: Free

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Although we endeavour to provide the most accurate description of events listing and venues, we are not responsible or liable for errors and omissions in the event description, location or intended audience. If necessary, please contact the event organizer for additional information.

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18 events to check out in Waterloo Region this weekend (May 27 to 29)

18 events to check out in Waterloo Region this weekend (May 27 to 29)
Check out our events page for things to do.

Mel Brown Festival and Symposium 2022

Mel Brown Festival and Symposium 2022

The first Mel Brown Festival and Symposium will celebrate Black heritage and the enduring legacy of the jazz-funk-blues-fusion guitarist who lived in Kitchener. Live music shows will be staged around the Region.

Location and Venue: Waterloo Region, Kitchener, ON, (Waterloo Region) Event date and time: Friday, May 27, 2022 12:00AM – 11:59PM Audience: All Ages Price: See website for info and tickets

Glencairn Pickleball – Fridays All Level

Adult drop-in Pickleball for all level.. Three courts allows for minimum wait time between play. See All Level play also on Mondays and BeginnersPlus on Wednesdays. Contact Harry Chin for newsletter and cancellations

Location and Venue: 725 Erinbrook Dr., Kitchener, ON, N2E 3E3 (Glencairn Mennonite Brethren Church) Event date and time: Friday, May 27, 2022 9:00AM – 12:00PM Audience: Adults Price: Free

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UpTown Gallery New Art Exhibition: Sea, Land, Air

UpTown Gallery presents a new art exhibition “Sea, Land, Air” featuring works of Shane Langlade, Emily O’Neill-Larsen, Greg Pautler, and Jonathan Sau. This show runs from may 17 to july 17, 2022. 75 King Street, South, Waterloo. Waterloo Town Square.

Location and Venue: 75 King St. S., Waterloo, ON, (Uptown Gallery) Event date and time: Friday, May 27, 2022 11:00AM – 6:00PM Audience: All Ages Price: Free

A Night To Remember…

is an evening paying tribute to the ones dealing with CANCER directly and indirectly. The theme of the night is Remembering the Past, Cherishing the Present, and Embracing the Future as we create it today knowing we are not ALONE…

Location and Venue: 1075 Bo de Lane , Woolwich, ON, N0B 2N0 (Waterloo Rod & Gun Club) Event date and time: Friday, May 27, 2022 5:00PM – 10:00PM Audience: All Ages Price: visit www.jamese.ca to purchases tickets. Register By: Friday, May 13, 2022

Kin Carnival 2022

This is one of the first events of the spring that all of Cambridge can come out enjoy the rides, food trucks and live music entertainment. We hope that you will help us make this year a great event.

Location and Venue: 49 King St. W., Cambridge, ON, (Riverside Park) Event date and time: Friday, May 27, 2022 5:00PM – 11:00PM Audience: All Ages Price: Admission and parking is free! See website for info

Preston Lawn Bowls Opening

107 season of lawn bowls will begin Mon. at 6:45. Weather permitting it will run every Mon., Wed., & Fri. evening. Drop in and try it 3 times at no cost. All equipment and instruction provided. Open Houses coming in June, but don’t wait. Come out now

Location and Venue: 427 Queenston Rd., Cambridge, ON, N3H 3J9 (Preston Lawn Bowling Club) Event date and time: Friday, May 27, 2022 7:00PM – 8:00PM Audience: All Ages Price: Free

Steel Magnolias

Ayr Community Theatre presents ‘Steel Magnolias’ live on stage at the Ayr Community Centre from May 26-29. Anyone who’s anyone gets their hair done at Truvy’s Salon including these six friends who support each other with laughter and love.

Location and Venue: 7 Church Street, Ayr, Ontario, North Dumfries, ON, N0B 1E0 (Ayr Community Centre (Queen Elizabeth Arena)) Event date and time: Friday, May 27, 2022 8:00PM – 10:00PM Audience: All Ages Price: $25.00

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Wooden Spoon film

Wooden Spoon is a shot-in-Waterloo short film about a beleaguered single mom pushed to the edge. It will be shown at the Princess Twin.

Location and Venue: 46 King Street N. , Waterloo, ON, N2J2W8 (Princess Twin Cinemas) Event date and time: Saturday, May 28, 2022 12:00AM – 11:59PM Audience: All Ages Price: See website for info

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St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market

St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market. Open Year-Round. Thursdays and Saturdays
7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Follow COVID-19 protocols.

Location and Venue: 1386 King St. N., Woolwich, ON, N0B 2N0 (St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market) Event date and time: Saturday, May 28, 2022 7:00AM – 3:30PM Audience: All Ages Price: Free

Cambridge Farmers’ Market

The Market is the City’s hub for produce, foods and independent businesses. It continues its “Meet the Producer” tradition from the 1830s, connecting citizens and farmers. Saturday’s,  open year-round from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. in historic Galt.

Location and Venue: 40 Dickson St., Cambridge, ON, (Cambridge Farmers’ Market) Event date and time: Saturday, May 28, 2022 7:00AM – 1:00PM Audience: All Ages Price: Free

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Interfaith Counselling Centre- Garage Sale

Community garage sale with proceeds supporting Interfaith Counselling Centre.Books, puzzles, household items and treats

Location and Venue: 23B Church St., New Hamburg, ON, N3A 1J1 (Interfaith Community Counselling Centre) Event date and time: Saturday, May 28, 2022 7:00AM – 3:00PM Audience: All Ages Price: Free

Kitchener/ Waterloo Pet Valu Walk for Dog Guides

Join thousands of our supporters across canada by registering for your local walk to raise funds for the pet valu walk for dog guides. Funds raised help Canadians living with disabilities receive life-changing Dog Guides.

Location and Venue: 100 Father David Bauer Dr , Waterloo, ON, N2L 2Y4 (Waterloo Park Hospitality Area (Westmout Road Entrance)) Event date and time: Saturday, May 28, 2022 8:00AM – 11:59PM Audience: All Ages Price: Free

Ayr Farmers Market 2022

The market will run in Ayr every Saturday starting on May 28, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in front of the Queen Elizabeth Arena.

Location and Venue: Event date and time: Saturday, May 28, 2022 8:00AM – 1:00PM Audience: All Ages Price: Free

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Bike Rodeo

A fun, free Bike Rodeo for kids ages 5-12. After a bicycle safety inspection, participants can practice their bicycle handling skills on our course. Don’t forget to bring your bike and helmet! One lucky participant will win a new bike.

Location and Venue: 445 Anndale Road, Waterloo, ON, N2K 2E3 (Christ Lutheran Church) Event date and time: Saturday, May 28, 2022 9:00AM – 12:00PM Audience: Children Price: Free

Fire Hall Museum & Education Centre

The Fire Hall Museum honours the history of the fire service in southwestern Ontario. It’s goal is to inform, educate and entertain all ages while promoting fire safety and heritage.

Location and Venue: 56 Dickson St., Cambridge, ON, N1R 1T8 (Fire Hall Museum & Education Centre) Event date and time: Saturday, May 28, 2022 9:30AM – 12:30PM Audience: All Ages Price: Free

Bridgefort Community Outreach – FREE Bread & Baked Goods

“Operation Feed the People of Waterloo Region & its Suburbs”, with the kind support of COBS Bread Bakery-Blackstone, is pleased to be offering free bread & baked goods at the front door of St. Thomas the Apostle Anglican Church every Saturday in May.

Location and Venue: 110 Francis St., Cambridge, ON, N1S 2A1 (St. Thomas the Apostle Anglican Church) Event date and time: Saturday, May 28, 2022 12:00PM – 12:30PM Audience: All Ages Price: Free

Galt Legion Saturday Night Dance

Dance at the Galt Legion every Saturday night. (except when hosting live bands) Come enjoy yourself dancing on Galt’s only dance floor with some amazing people. Call to confirm.

Location and Venue: 4 Veterans Way, Cambridge, ON, N1R 3K7 (Galt Legion Br.121) Event date and time: Saturday, May 28, 2022 6:00PM – 9:00PM Audience: Adults Price: Free

Walk to Make Cystic Fibrosis History

This year, the Walk to Make Cystic Fibrosis History is returning in person at Waterloo Park on Sunday, May 29th and we’re calling on YOU to rally with us to bring it back and make it better than ever!

Location and Venue: 50 Young St, W , Waterloo, ON, (Waterloo Park) Event date and time: Sunday, May 29, 2022 9:00AM – 2:00PM Audience: All Ages Price: Free Register By: Friday, May 27, 2022

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18 events to check out in Waterloo Region this weekend (May 27 to 29)

18 events to check out in Waterloo Region this weekend (May 27 to 29)
Check out our events page for things to do.

Mel Brown Festival and Symposium 2022

Mel Brown Festival and Symposium 2022

The first Mel Brown Festival and Symposium will celebrate Black heritage and the enduring legacy of the jazz-funk-blues-fusion guitarist who lived in Kitchener. Live music shows will be staged around the Region.

Location and Venue: Waterloo Region, Kitchener, ON, (Waterloo Region) Event date and time: Friday, May 27, 2022 12:00AM – 11:59PM Audience: All Ages Price: See website for info and tickets

Glencairn Pickleball – Fridays All Level

Adult drop-in Pickleball for all level.. Three courts allows for minimum wait time between play. See All Level play also on Mondays and BeginnersPlus on Wednesdays. Contact Harry Chin for newsletter and cancellations

Location and Venue: 725 Erinbrook Dr., Kitchener, ON, N2E 3E3 (Glencairn Mennonite Brethren Church) Event date and time: Friday, May 27, 2022 9:00AM – 12:00PM Audience: Adults Price: Free

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UpTown Gallery New Art Exhibition: Sea, Land, Air

UpTown Gallery presents a new art exhibition “Sea, Land, Air” featuring works of Shane Langlade, Emily O’Neill-Larsen, Greg Pautler, and Jonathan Sau. This show runs from may 17 to july 17, 2022. 75 King Street, South, Waterloo. Waterloo Town Square.

Location and Venue: 75 King St. S., Waterloo, ON, (Uptown Gallery) Event date and time: Friday, May 27, 2022 11:00AM – 6:00PM Audience: All Ages Price: Free

A Night To Remember…

is an evening paying tribute to the ones dealing with CANCER directly and indirectly. The theme of the night is Remembering the Past, Cherishing the Present, and Embracing the Future as we create it today knowing we are not ALONE…

Location and Venue: 1075 Bo de Lane , Woolwich, ON, N0B 2N0 (Waterloo Rod & Gun Club) Event date and time: Friday, May 27, 2022 5:00PM – 10:00PM Audience: All Ages Price: visit www.jamese.ca to purchases tickets. Register By: Friday, May 13, 2022

Kin Carnival 2022

This is one of the first events of the spring that all of Cambridge can come out enjoy the rides, food trucks and live music entertainment. We hope that you will help us make this year a great event.

Location and Venue: 49 King St. W., Cambridge, ON, (Riverside Park) Event date and time: Friday, May 27, 2022 5:00PM – 11:00PM Audience: All Ages Price: Admission and parking is free! See website for info

Preston Lawn Bowls Opening

107 season of lawn bowls will begin Mon. at 6:45. Weather permitting it will run every Mon., Wed., & Fri. evening. Drop in and try it 3 times at no cost. All equipment and instruction provided. Open Houses coming in June, but don’t wait. Come out now

Location and Venue: 427 Queenston Rd., Cambridge, ON, N3H 3J9 (Preston Lawn Bowling Club) Event date and time: Friday, May 27, 2022 7:00PM – 8:00PM Audience: All Ages Price: Free

Steel Magnolias

Ayr Community Theatre presents ‘Steel Magnolias’ live on stage at the Ayr Community Centre from May 26-29. Anyone who’s anyone gets their hair done at Truvy’s Salon including these six friends who support each other with laughter and love.

Location and Venue: 7 Church Street, Ayr, Ontario, North Dumfries, ON, N0B 1E0 (Ayr Community Centre (Queen Elizabeth Arena)) Event date and time: Friday, May 27, 2022 8:00PM – 10:00PM Audience: All Ages Price: $25.00

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Wooden Spoon film

Wooden Spoon is a shot-in-Waterloo short film about a beleaguered single mom pushed to the edge. It will be shown at the Princess Twin.

Location and Venue: 46 King Street N. , Waterloo, ON, N2J2W8 (Princess Twin Cinemas) Event date and time: Saturday, May 28, 2022 12:00AM – 11:59PM Audience: All Ages Price: See website for info

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St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market

St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market. Open Year-Round. Thursdays and Saturdays
7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Follow COVID-19 protocols.

Location and Venue: 1386 King St. N., Woolwich, ON, N0B 2N0 (St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market) Event date and time: Saturday, May 28, 2022 7:00AM – 3:30PM Audience: All Ages Price: Free

Cambridge Farmers’ Market

The Market is the City’s hub for produce, foods and independent businesses. It continues its “Meet the Producer” tradition from the 1830s, connecting citizens and farmers. Saturday’s,  open year-round from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. in historic Galt.

Location and Venue: 40 Dickson St., Cambridge, ON, (Cambridge Farmers’ Market) Event date and time: Saturday, May 28, 2022 7:00AM – 1:00PM Audience: All Ages Price: Free

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Interfaith Counselling Centre- Garage Sale

Community garage sale with proceeds supporting Interfaith Counselling Centre.Books, puzzles, household items and treats

Location and Venue: 23B Church St., New Hamburg, ON, N3A 1J1 (Interfaith Community Counselling Centre) Event date and time: Saturday, May 28, 2022 7:00AM – 3:00PM Audience: All Ages Price: Free

Kitchener/ Waterloo Pet Valu Walk for Dog Guides

Join thousands of our supporters across canada by registering for your local walk to raise funds for the pet valu walk for dog guides. Funds raised help Canadians living with disabilities receive life-changing Dog Guides.

Location and Venue: 100 Father David Bauer Dr , Waterloo, ON, N2L 2Y4 (Waterloo Park Hospitality Area (Westmout Road Entrance)) Event date and time: Saturday, May 28, 2022 8:00AM – 11:59PM Audience: All Ages Price: Free

Ayr Farmers Market 2022

The market will run in Ayr every Saturday starting on May 28, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in front of the Queen Elizabeth Arena.

Location and Venue: Event date and time: Saturday, May 28, 2022 8:00AM – 1:00PM Audience: All Ages Price: Free

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Bike Rodeo

A fun, free Bike Rodeo for kids ages 5-12. After a bicycle safety inspection, participants can practice their bicycle handling skills on our course. Don’t forget to bring your bike and helmet! One lucky participant will win a new bike.

Location and Venue: 445 Anndale Road, Waterloo, ON, N2K 2E3 (Christ Lutheran Church) Event date and time: Saturday, May 28, 2022 9:00AM – 12:00PM Audience: Children Price: Free

Fire Hall Museum & Education Centre

The Fire Hall Museum honours the history of the fire service in southwestern Ontario. It’s goal is to inform, educate and entertain all ages while promoting fire safety and heritage.

Location and Venue: 56 Dickson St., Cambridge, ON, N1R 1T8 (Fire Hall Museum & Education Centre) Event date and time: Saturday, May 28, 2022 9:30AM – 12:30PM Audience: All Ages Price: Free

Bridgefort Community Outreach – FREE Bread & Baked Goods

“Operation Feed the People of Waterloo Region & its Suburbs”, with the kind support of COBS Bread Bakery-Blackstone, is pleased to be offering free bread & baked goods at the front door of St. Thomas the Apostle Anglican Church every Saturday in May.

Location and Venue: 110 Francis St., Cambridge, ON, N1S 2A1 (St. Thomas the Apostle Anglican Church) Event date and time: Saturday, May 28, 2022 12:00PM – 12:30PM Audience: All Ages Price: Free

Galt Legion Saturday Night Dance

Dance at the Galt Legion every Saturday night. (except when hosting live bands) Come enjoy yourself dancing on Galt’s only dance floor with some amazing people. Call to confirm.

Location and Venue: 4 Veterans Way, Cambridge, ON, N1R 3K7 (Galt Legion Br.121) Event date and time: Saturday, May 28, 2022 6:00PM – 9:00PM Audience: Adults Price: Free

Walk to Make Cystic Fibrosis History

This year, the Walk to Make Cystic Fibrosis History is returning in person at Waterloo Park on Sunday, May 29th and we’re calling on YOU to rally with us to bring it back and make it better than ever!

Location and Venue: 50 Young St, W , Waterloo, ON, (Waterloo Park) Event date and time: Sunday, May 29, 2022 9:00AM – 2:00PM Audience: All Ages Price: Free Register By: Friday, May 27, 2022

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10 events to check out in Waterloo Region this week (16 to 20)

10 events to check out in Waterloo Region this week (16 to 20)
Check out our events page for things to do.

Grand River Film Festival 2022

Grand River Film Festival 2022

The festival hosts local, Canadian, and international films, pairing screenings with panels consisting of directors, film professionals, local interest groups and notable guest speakers. See website for a list of films. May 9-22, 2022

Location and Venue: online, Waterloo, ON (A digital film festival) Event date and time: Monday, May 16, 2022 12:00AM – 11:59PM Audience: All Ages Price: See website for info

Glencairn Pickleball – Mondays All Level

Adult drop-in Pickleball for Beginners-Plus targeting the more experienced player.. Three courts allows for minimum wait time between play. See All Level play on Mondays & Fridays Contact Harry Chin for newsletter and cancellations

Location and Venue: 725 Erinbrook Dr., Kitchener, ON, N2E 3E3 (Glencairn Mennonite Brethren Church) Event date and time: Monday, May 16, 2022 7:00PM – 10:00PM Audience: Adults Price: Free

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Seniors Community Dining

Note: new date and location this month- tuesday may 17 new hamburg legion 65 boullee stCommunity Care Concepts invites you to join us for lunch and fellowship.Must pre-register by noon on May 12 by calling 519-664-1900 or Toll Free: 1-855-664-1900.

Location and Venue: 65 Boullee St. New Hamburg, New Hamburg, ON, N3A 1E1 (New Hamburg Legion) Event date and time: Tuesday, May 17, 2022 12:00PM – 1:00PM Audience: Seniors Price: $12.00

Dave Restivo Trio with Fawn Fritzen

Presented by the Grand River Jazz Society.Doors open at 6:30 p.M. Advance tickets required.Please go to https://www.kwjazzroom.com to purchase advance tickets for this event.

Location and Venue: 59 King St. N., Waterloo, ON, N2J 2X2 (The Jazz Room at the Huether Hotel) Event date and time: Tuesday, May 17, 2022 6:30PM – 10:30PM Audience: Adults Price: $22.00 / Person

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K-W Oktoberfest Rogers Women of the Year Awards

Community members are invited to support the nominees and celebrate with these distinguished women. In person or virtual tickets are available online at womenoftheyear.ca. The event also supports the Women’s Crisis Services of Waterloo Region

Location and Venue: 74 Grand Ave. S., Cambridge, ON, N1S 2L9 (Tapestry Hall) Event date and time: Tuesday, May 17, 2022 7:30PM – 11:59PM Audience: All Ages Price: $50 Tickets at womenoftheyear.ca

Hemp, chia and flax…Oh my! Dietitian cooking demo

Join Kelly and Heidi in this 1-hour cooking demo to explore- Nutritional value of popular seeds- Different ways to use seeds- Storage tips for maximizing seed shelf lifeWorkshop includes: live cooking demo, recipes, resources, live Q&A

Location and Venue: 750 Ottawa St. S, Waterloo, ON, N2E 1B6 (ONLINE EVENT) Event date and time: Wednesday, May 18, 2022 12:00PM – 1:00PM Audience: All Ages Price: 30 Register By: Tuesday, May 17, 2022

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St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market

St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market. Open Year-Round. Thursdays and Saturdays
7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Follow COVID-19 protocols.

Location and Venue: 1386 King St. N., Woolwich, ON, N0B 2N0 (St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market) Event date and time: Thursday, May 19, 2022 7:00AM – 3:30PM Audience: All Ages Price: Free

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Beneath The Book

Presented by black girl excellence, this series is the perfect activity for youth 13-24 looking to experience a novel in an immersive way. Sponsorship opportunities available

Location and Venue: 150 Frederick Street, Kitchener, ON, N2G 4J3 (Online over Zoom targeted to Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge area) Event date and time: Thursday, May 19, 2022 7:00PM – 8:30PM Audience: Youth Price: Free. Register by May 3rd Register By: Tuesday, May 3, 2022

Fleetwood Nicks and Practically Petty Tribute Concert

Fleetwood Nicks is a premier Fleetwood Mac & Stevie Nicks tribute performance. Exploring material from Rumours, Stevie Nicks solo work, as well as Tom Petty/Stevie Nicks hits! Every performance of Practically Petty is true to the spirit of Tom Petty.

Location and Venue: 665 King Street North Waterloo, Kitchener, ON, N2J4G8 (St. George Banquet Hall) Event date and time: Thursday, May 19, 2022 7:30PM – 11:59PM Audience: All Ages Price: Tickets starting around just $40.00

Jerzy Kaplanek Quartet

Presented by the Grand River Jazz Society.Doors open at 6:30 p.M. Advance tickets required.Please go to https://www.kwjazzroom.com to purchase advance tickets for this event.

Location and Venue: 59 King St. N., Waterloo, ON, N2J 2X2 (The Jazz Room at the Huether Hotel) Event date and time: Friday, May 20, 2022 6:30PM – 10:30PM Audience: Adults Price: $25.00 / Person

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