5 -Day List
Arts events Saturday, May 26 Quilt & Fibre Art Festival 2018
In Waterloo region and beyond; for brochure listing venues and schedule of events, visit stjacobs.com/quilt-fibre-arts-events.htm, St. Jacobs Village, St. Jacobs, 1-800-265-3353
2018 Kin Carnival
Presented by the Kin Clubs of Cambridge (Preston & North dumfries); thrilling rides, games and food; to May 27: Saturday, noon to 11 p.m.; Sunday, noon to 5 p.m.; for more information and to purchase discount preset ride tickets, visit prestonkin.ca, free, riverside Park, 49 King St. W., Cambridge, dan@webbarn. ca
Distillation: The Essence of Waterloo, Art$Pay Photography Show
Projected photographs from juried art$Pay photographers and selected students will be matched with local accompanists; performances at 1:30 and 7 p.m.; tickets: www.eventbrite. ca/e/distillation-the-essence-ofwaterloo-tickets-44783941976, $15, child 12 and under free, Centre for International Governance Innovation (CIGI), 67 Erb St. W., Waterloo, 519-504-3277, info@artspay.org
Poetry Reading
By Mary ann Mulhern and april Bulmer; ideaexchange.org/ programs/event/poetry-readingmary-ann-mulhern-and-aprilbulmer, 2 to 3 p.m., free, Idea Exchange | Preston Library, 435 King St. E., Cambridge, events@ideaexchange.org
SuNday, May 27 K-W’s Fourth Film Challenge
a free-to-participate community event open to all local filmmakers; anyone interested in participating may post on the Facebook event page and be added to the film contributor list: www.facebook.com/ events/147732259196988, 1 to 2:30 p.m., $10 at the cinema, free to submit a film, Princess twin Cinemas, 46 King St. N., Waterloo, 226-751-2992, danny. mcleod@gmail.com
Classics Saturday, May 26 Cambridge Symphony Orchestra
Masterworks; featuring Noah Schuster (cello), 7:30 to 9 p.m., PWyC, Knox’s Galt Presbyterian Church, 2 Grand ave. S., Cambridge, cambridgeorchestra.ca, 519-716-5566, sandrapbvm@ gmail.com
WEdNESday, May 30 Wednesday Noon Concert
Featuring pianists Michelle Wilmot and friends (piano); bring your lunch or buy a low-cost meal at the church; doors open at 11:30 a.m., 12:15 to 12:45 p.m., free, St. andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 54 Queen St. N., Kitchener, paulinefinch@rogers.com
Concerts tuESday, May 29 True North World Music Showcase
Presented by Neruda arts; musical performances by Melinda Suarez, richard Garvey, Juneyt, Janice Lee, and Ekhaya; and at 8 p.m., the City of Waterloo and uptown BIa present alysha Brilla; www.nerudaarts.ca/events/neruda-arts-presents-true-northsworld-music-showcase, 6 p.m. free, Waterloo Public Square, 75 King St. S., Waterloo
Events Saturday, May 26 Golden Triangle Cat Fanciers’ Cat Show
See up to 41 Cat Fanciers’ association (CFa) recognized breeds; accepting cat food donations for Cambridge Humane Society; www.goldentrianglecatfanciers.com, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., $6; $4 senior/student; $3 child, 12 and under, Galt arena Gardens, 98 Shade St., Cambridge, publications@goldentrianglecatfanciers.com
Member of Parliament (MP) Raj Saini’s Shredding Party
Hosting end of tax season shredding event; partnering with Shred-all, the Waterloo region Food Bank and the Waterloo regional Police Fraud Squad to shred sensitive documents while learning about the importance of identity theft, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., free, raj Saini Kitchener Centre Constituency Office, 209 Frederick St., Suite 202, Kitchener, 519-741-2001
SuNday, May 27 Walk the Talk: Architectural Walking Tours
registration required; Outdoor walking tour of the Kitchener core: reveal changes to our natural topography and trace the layers of urban life building up to the present day; rain or shine: dress appropriately for the weather; meet in lobby; www. kwag.ca, 2 to 4 p.m., $10 plus HSt, Kitchener-Waterloo art Gallery, 101 Queen St. N., Kitchener, mail@kwag.on.ca
tuESday, May 29 True North Waterloo
a ground-breaking conference to bring together 2,000-plus visionaries, leading influencers, hackers and hustlers for a critical conversation of how to reaffirm technology as a force for good in the world; for emerging startups, fast-moving scale-ups, groundbreaking creatives, innovative big brands and those who can effect change, along with workshops, speakers, art, music and food; will show off the community with photographs and video taken at conference; to May 31; registration: truenorthwaterloo.com, 5 p.m. $151 to $1,550, Lot 42, 41 ardelt ave., Kitchener
Fitness and sports Saturday, May 26 Kriyayoga Meditation for Real Health
Learn Kriyayoga from Kriyayoga Master Swami Shree yogi Satyam of India; registration encouraged if you want to participate in the vegan meal plan; all classes offered free; newcomers welcome to attend any time; to June 6; www.kriyayoga-yogisatyam. org/Flyers2018/2018SPV1.jpg, 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., free, Kriyayoga Meditation Centre (yog Fellowship), 388 Plains rd., Kitchener, 519-696-3869, kriyayoga. canada@yahoo.ca
2018 Waterloo Ghosts Invitational Tournament
Fastball tournament hosted by the Waterloo Minor Girls Softball association (to May 27); 61 teams from across Ontario compete in the Mite to Midget age levels; www.wmgsa.com/ rep-invitational-tournament.html, 8:30 a.m., free, Hillside Park, 352 Marsland dr., Waterloo, 519-590-1906, ghoststournament@wmgsa.ca
Bike Rodeo
Waterloo North Optimist Club offers a free bike rodeo for ages five to 12; complimentary safety inspection completed by McPhail’s Cycle and Sports; no registration required: show up with your bike and helmet and have fun; participants receive a personalized Certificate of achievement; a draw for a free bike, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., free, Christ Lutheran Church, 445 anndale rd., Waterloo, 519-885-1500, rob@robruetz. com
Kitchener Soccer Club Hosting Three International Friendlies
the Kitchener Soccer Club is hosting the Lady Manners School from derbyshire, England at Woodside Park for three international friendlies; the u14 Boys academy, u15 a Boys and u15 B Boys will all participate; www. kitchenersoccerclub.com, 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., free, Woodside Park, 30 Highland ave. E, Kitchener, 519-896-8947 ext. 15, marketing@kitchenersoccerclub. com
SuNday, May 27 Kitchener International Dance Group
Learning easy-to-follow dances to music: line dance, circle dances from around the world, Latin line dancing, Israeli dancing, fitness; no experience or partners required; Sundays, May 27, June 10 and 24, 7 to 9 p.m., drop-in fee: $10; newcomers: first evening free, Church of the Good Shepherd, 116 Queen St. N., Kitchener, adamkossowski@ yahoo.ca
WEdNESday, May 30 Yoga in the Gallery
yoga instructor Kari Lutz guides the session of gentle stretching, breathing and cleansing the soul; last Wednesday of month; drop in and pay what you can; to June 27, 3 to 4 p.m., free, Homer Watson House and Gallery, 1754 Old Mill rd., Kitchener, 519-748-4377, marketing@ homerwatson.on.ca
For seniors Saturday, May 26 Living Well Expo
desire to live a healthy and active life over 55; free community event features over 50 exhibitors, demonstrations and information seminars, Kitchener Senior of the year award presentation at 11 a.m., light refreshments, free parking at City Hall parking garage, and free tote bag for first 300 people; www.kitchener.ca/ livingwellexpo, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., free, Kitchener City Hall, 200 King St. W., Kitchener, 519-741-2200 ext. 5345, carolyn.cormier@kitchener.ca
SuNday, May 27 Seniors’ Dinner and Dance
dance from 2 p.m.; dinner served, 4:30 p.m.; in the main hall, to 5:30 p.m., $10, royal Canadian Legion, Br. 121, 4 Veterans Way, Cambridge, 519-623-9584, galtlegion@rogers.com
MONday, May 28 Polercise with Urban Poles
registration required; gain strength and stability through exercise and walking to music; suitable for hip, knee and respiratory conditions; equipment provided. at rockway Community Centre: Mondays, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., 11 weeks; and thursdays, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., 13 weeks. at Breithaupt Centre (350 Margaret ave., Kitchener): Wednesdays, 9:30 to 10:25 a.m., 10 weeks; may register at either rockway Community Centre or Breithaupt Centre; to June 28, $6.10 for 55-plus, rockway Centre, 1405 King St. E., Kitchener, 519-741-2507
Musical Movie Monday Matinée
Classic musical movie: last Monday of month to June 25; bring own snacks and enjoy the film on the large screen; call for details on the upcoming movie, 1:30 to 4 p.m., $2, rockway Centre, 1405 King St. E., Kitchener, 519-741-2507, brenda.vandekeere@kitchener.ca
tuESday, May 29 Making Your Senior Years Part of the Journey; Not the Destination
registration required; John Hendry, a professional international speaker, known for his quick wit, and sometimes corny one-liners; John pursued many career and employment opportunities in his life’s journey and translates that experience into a humorous presentation highlighting his outrageous sense of humour, 9 to 10 a.m., free, rockway Centre, 1405 King St. E., Kitchener, 519-741-2507, brenda.vandekeere@kitchener.ca
Finding the Right Hair Style and Colour
registration required; your hair says a lot about you: have the most suitable style and colour for your age, face and frame; learn about things to consider for your next hair style, 1 to 2 p.m., free, rockway Centre, 1405 King St. E., Kitchener, 519-741-2507, brenda.vandekeere@kitchener.ca
WEdNESday, May 30 Community Cards
Play euchre with friends and enjoy complimentary coffee and tea on Wednesday afternoons; www.alisonneighbourhood.org, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., free, alison Neighbourhood Community Centre, 127 Elgin St. N., Cambridge, 519-620-1867, beforeschool@ alisonneighbourhood.org
Fundraisers Saturday, May 26 New Hamburg Mennonite Relief Sale
this year’s sale features a restored Ferguson 35 deluxe tractor and a matching pedal tractor; quilt and furniture auctions, food, activities, music; run 4 relief registration and run, pancake breakfast; charity sale and quilt auction, children’s activities; proceeds support Mennonite Central Committee’s work in relief development and peace; wheelchair accessible; free admission and parking; see listing of quilts and sale information at nhmrs.com, 6:45 a.m. to 2 p.m., reserved seats for quilt auction available for $10, New Hamburg Community Centre, 251 Jacob St., New Hamburg, 519-662-4315
Quarter Auction
upon arriving, select and pay for a numbered paddle; additional paddles may be purchased; auction items put up for bid at one, two, three or four quarters; win fabulous prizes; plus browse and purchase from 10 vendors; www.stjamesang.ca, 2 to 4 p.m., purchase paddles, $5 each, and refreshments, St. James anglican Church, 520 Ellis rd. W., Cambridge, 519-658-4547, office@stjamesang.ca
MONday, May 28 Rotary Waterloo Golf “Fore” KidsAbility Classic
Lunch, cart, golf and dinner; register online at www.rotarywaterloo.ca; registration begins 10:30 a.m.; shotgun start: noon, $250; dinner only, $75, Galt Country Club, 750 Coronation Blvd., Cambridge, ahayes@ walterfedy.com
LOOKING aHEad Bereaved Families of Ontario — Midwestern Region Charity Golf Classic — June 2
tee off in support of their programs for children, families and individuals in the community who are grieving the death of a loved one; 18 holes of golf plus cart, driving range, lunch and dinner; sponsorship and prize donor opportunities available; registration and lunch: 11:30 a.m.; shotgun start: 1 p.m.; www.bfomidwest. org, $145 per golfer, Cambridge Golf Club, 1346 Clyde rd., Cambridge, 519-603-0196, admin@ bfomidwest.org
Gardening Saturday, May 26 Planting Day
Enjoy outdoor activities and help plant their garden; for all ages: children under three must be accompanied by an adult; ideaexchange.org, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., free, Idea Exchange | Preston Library, 435 King St. E., Cambridge, events@ideaexchange.org
MONday, May 28 Gardening and Beyond: Beautiful Bonsai
Local bonsai enthusiast demonstrates the art of bonsai; learn about the various styles, how to select a shrub, how to care for it and more; ideaexchange. org, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., free, Idea Exchange | Preston Library, 435 King St. E., Cambridge, events@ ideaexchange.org
Garden Cambridge: Your Galt Horticultural Society Meeting
Speaker: Professor Stephen Marshall speaks on “Beneficial Insects”; socialize with fellow gardeners, enjoy coffee, tea and snacks, enter to win door prizes; www.galthort.com, 7 to 9 p.m., free, Chartwell Queen’s Square retirement residence, 10 Melville St. N., Cambridge, 519-623-7085, nancy@galthort. com
Health tuESday, May 29 Self-Help Mental Health Program
recovery International: a free, self-help cognitive-behavioural program; learn to change your thoughts in a structured, supportive setting; tuesdays, 7:30 to 9 p.m., free, St. andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 54 Queen St. N., Kitchener, www.recoverycanada.org/meetings.php, 519-722-1220, anitann88@ gmail.com
WEdNESday, May 30 Waterloo-Wellington Clinical Research and Quality Improvement Symposium
Keynote speaker, oral presentations, poster presentations and local health technology vendors; focusing on the intersection of medicine, clinical practice, health care and technology; visit crqi. mcmaster.ca, 12 to 6 p.m., free, McMaster university, Waterloo regional Campus, 10B Victoria St. S., Kitchener, crqu@mcmaster.ca
Kids stuff Saturday, May 26 Optimist Club of Cambridge Bike Rodeo
the Optimist Club of Cambridge invites you to bring your bikes and helmets and test your skills; bike tune-ups courtesy of the Hub; refreshments available and prizes to be won; rain or shine; www.facebook.com/optimistclubofcambridge/photos/a.564 606953734166.1073741830.5 16528361875359/795890363 939156/?type=3&theater, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., free, Preston Memorial auditorium, 1458 Hamilton St., Cambridge, sharon_robinson@rogers.com
MONday, May 28 Exploring Cubist Portraits
Students will learn the basics of rendering portraits and will draw on inspiration from Picasso’s cubism period; by the end of the program, students will create a cubist inspired self portrait on canvas.; for ages eight to 12; with ruza Vatres, Mondays, to June 18, 6 to 7 p.m., $85 member, $94 non-member, Homer Watson House and Gallery, 1754 Old Mill rd., Kitchener, homerwatson.on.ca, 519-748-4377, development@ homerwatson.on.ca
Open houses and reunions Saturday, May 26 KW Montessori School’s 45th Anniversary Celebration
We are celebrating our school’s 45th anniversary; there will be raffle prizes, refreshments, balloons, face painting and a candy buffet; all are welcome, 2 to 4 p.m., free, KW Montessori School, 527 Bridgeport rd. E., Kitchener, www.kwmontessorischool.com, 519-742-1051
tuESday, May 29 Progressive Toastmasters Spring Open House
Keynote speaker: Forrest Willet, author of the book “Baseballs don’t Bounce”; was the keynote speaker at the district 86 2017 Fall Conference with an inspirational and emotional presentation; progressivetoastmastersclubs.org, 7 to 9 p.m., free, Coldwell Banker theatre, 508 riverbend dr., Kitchener, 519-242-0495, julietauro@gmail. com
Sales and bazaars Saturday, May 26 St. Luke’s Anglican Church Garden Party
Plants and spring crafts for sale; fresh baking, a barbecue and games for the young at heart; an “alice in Wonderland”-themed garden party; tables available for rent, $20 each, to sell your own merchandise, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., free, St. Luke’s anglican Church, 1485 Mary ave., Cambridge, 519-653-5984, bowman508@ hotmail.com
Walks runs and rides LOOKING aHEad Lions’ Pet Valu Walk for Dog Guides — May 26
registration required; residents and their four-legged “best friends” walk together; each walk organized by a member of the community; help provide life-changing dog guides to Canadians with disabilities; walk routes accessible to all; www. walkfordogguides.com/locations/ walk.cfm?Id=1392, 8 to 10 a.m., collect pledges or donate online, Waterloo Park, 50 young St. W., Waterloo, 519-664-1105, dmillard@altechworld.com
Wiggle Waggle Walkathon — May 27
registration required; awesome activities and exercise while raising funds for the thousands of animals that come through the K-W Humane Society each year; includes dog lure course, bubble soccer, bouncy obstacle course, local vendors; at the camping resort; register at www. kwhumane.com, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., admission by donation, Bingemans, 425 Bingemans Centre dr., Kitchener, 519-745-5615 ext. 254, cristina. strub@awasco.ca
Grand River Motorcycle Ride For Dad — June 2
Scenic ride with a poker run, prizes and lunch; funds raised used to fight prostate cancer; register online at www.ridefordad.ca, 9 a.m. $30, Sportsworld Crossing, 50 Sportsworld dr., Kitchener, davemathes@rogers. com
2018 Walk For Arthritis — Kitchener — June 3
registration required; 1K or 5K walk; registration open, 9:30 a.m.; for arthritis Society to fund more research and provide innovative solutions to those living with this devastating disease; www.walkforarthritis.ca, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., collect donations online, Stanley Park Community Centre, 505 Franklin St. N., Kitchener, 519-743-4141 ext. 1104, kitchenerwalkforarthritis@ arthritis.ca
Workshops Saturday, May 26 Success in Self Publishing Workshop
registration required; Join industry professional Mark Leslie Lefebvre for tips to self-publishing success; following event: a reception with other writers; www.kpl.org, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., free, Kitchener Public Library, Central Branch, 85 Queen St. N., Kitchener, 519-743-7502, askus@kpl.org
BEE-inspired Creations
registration required; Perfectly suited for both the artist and lovers of nature, kids and parents learn and create; paintings, drawings and sculptures inspired by the around the wonderful and multi-coloured creatures that give both spring and gardens their beauty; homerwatson.on.ca, 1 to 3 p.m., member $57; non-member $63, Homer Watson House and Gallery, 1754 Old Mill rd., Kitchener, 519-748-4377, development@homerwatson.on.ca
SuNday, May 27 Silk Painting
Join exhibiting fibre artist Penny Grace in the studio; create a silk painting using dying techniques with silks, stamping/stenciling and wax resists; adult program; homerwatson.on.ca, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., member $45; non-member $50, Homer Watson House and Gallery, 1754 Old Mill rd., Kitchener, 519-748-4377, development@homerwatson.on.ca
Play with Clay
register by Saturday, May 26; an open clay studio experience for people of all ages and skill levels; over two Sundays, make an object from clay and paint it with glazes; object fired in their kiln; May 27 and June 10 sessions, 1 or 2:30 p.m.; www.theclayandglass.ca, $10, Canadian Clay and Glass Gallery, 25 Caroline St. N., Waterloo, 519-746-1882 ext. 235, marketing@theclayandglass.ca
tuESday, May 29 Colour Our Community: A Community Art Project
Mennonite Central Committee Ontario’s Circle of Friends Program and Kitchener Public Library host a bimonthly crafting event for people of all ages; art supplies and snacks provided; help create a beautiful work of art that represents our diverse community; in the theatre; to aug. 21, 2 to 4 p.m., free, Kitchener Public Library, Central Branch, 85 Queen St. N., Kitchener, 519-745-8458 ext. 215, katietaylor@mcco.ca
Introduction to Visual Art Concepts
Join artist Scott McNichol and try your hand at different media, including painting, printmaking, drawing; adult program; four tuesdays beginning May 29; register at campscui.active.com/ orgs/homerwatsonhousefoundation#/selectSessions/2345502/ filter/session=36902008, 7 to 9 p.m., member $95; non-member $106, Homer Watson House and Gallery, 1754 Old Mill rd., Kitchener, 519-748-4377, programs@ homerwatson.on.ca
WEdNESday, May 30 Design Your Own 3D Project in Sketchup
register by tuesday, May 29; Hands-on class to create a 3d model that will teach you how to use Sketchup for 3d designs; ideaexchange.org, 6:30 to 8 p.m., free, Idea Exchange | Queen’s Square Library, 1 North Sq., Cambridge, events@ideaexchange.org
2018 Edna Staebler Writer in Residence Writing Memoir Workshop
registration required; Workshop examines what kinds of choice we make in writing a memoir and how to balance ethical considerations with artistic and aesthetic aims; www.kpl.org, 7 to 8:30 p.m., free, Kitchener Public Library, Central Branch,
85 Queen St. N., Kitchener, 519-743-7502, askus@kpl.org
LOOKING aHEad Botanicals in Watercolour — June 2
Botanical watercolour painting encourages artists to explore elements of the landscape with a more intimate view than traditional landscape painting; learn depth, colour usage and how to make botanicals the focal point in your artwork; adult program with Joe Fansher; four Saturdays, June 2 to 23; homerwatson.on.ca, 1 to 3 p.m., member $95; non-member $106, Homer Watson House and Gallery, 1754 Old Mill rd., Kitchener, 519-748-4377, programs@ homerwatson.on.ca
Introduction to Storytelling — June 3
By the Baden Storytellers’ Guild; workshop covers the meaning of oral tradition, what makes a good story, exercises in telling and where to find stories; for registration visit www.badenstorytellers.wordpress.com, 1:30 to 4:30 p.m., $30, Button Factory arts, 25 regina St. S., Waterloo, 519-896-2051, badenstorytellers1@gmail.com
Advanced Watercolours — June 5
a course to teach students how to move into their own interpretive style using basic and intermediate knowledge in watercolour; adult program with Brett Holmes; four tuesdays, June 5 to 26; homerwatson.on.ca,
7 to 9 p.m., member $95; nonmember $106, Homer Watson House and Gallery, 1754 Old Mill rd., Kitchener, 519-748-4377, programs@homerwatson.on.ca
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