5 -Day List

Arts events Monday, June 4 Show and Shine Classic Car Mondays

unique classic and special edition cars (to Sept. 17); enjoy great music, colouring activities, and weekly prize giveaways; www.facebook.com/classiccarmondays, 6 to 8:30 p.m., free, The Shops at Highland and Westmount, PartSource parking lot, 563 Highland Rd. W., Kitchener, 905-484-3517, showandshineclassics@gmail.com

WedneSday, June 6 Coffee & Crime Book Club Meetup

Join the discussion about “The absent one” by Jussi adlerolsen; register at kplca.evanced. info/signup/eventdetails?eventid= 23769&backto=calendar&a mp;startdate=2018/06/01, 10 to 11 a.m., free, Kitchener Public Library, Central Branch, 85 Queen St. n., Kitchener, 519-743-7502, askus@kpl.org

Book Launch

Giller nominee, Sarah Selecky (“Radiant Shimmering Light”); book signing, 7 to 9 p.m., free, Words Worth Books, 96 King St. S., Waterloo, 519-884-2665, david@wordsworthbooks.com

Classics Sunday, June 3 Spring Benefit Concert

Featuring Jubilation Male Chorus, directed by Robert L. Shantz with accompanist Karen enns;, 7 p.m., free-will offering in support of Hospice of Waterloo Region, Waterloo-Kitchener united Mennonite Church, 15 George St., Waterloo, 519-725-0627

WedneSday, June 6 Wednesday Noon Concert

Featuring Pam Patel (vocals); bring your lunch or buy a lowcost 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 WedneSday, June 6 Music in the Lounge

Featuring singer-songwriter ambre McLean, 12 to 1 p.m., free, Kitchener Public Library, Central Branch, 85 Queen St. n., Kitchener, 519-743-7502, askus@kpl.org

Mostly Music

Casual music; we sing for fun; if you can sing “Happy Birthday,” you can sing with us; June is the final month of the season — last chance until September, 1:15 to 3 p.m., free, Breithaupt Centre, 350 Margaret ave., Kitchener, 519-884-1850, bernhardtnancy@gmail.com

Events SaTuRday, June 2 Blair Road Neighbourhood Association Community Picnic

Join us for a community picnic; lots of activities including crafts, face painting, yoga, crosscountry run; bring a picnic lunch and blanket, and we’ll supply the fun; www.blairroad.org, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., free, Victoria Park, 99 Wentworth ave., Cambridge, 519-497-9442, info@blairroad.org

Hespeler Neighbourhood Day

Come out and support your neighbourhood; free barbecue, rock wall, Inflatables, trackless train, a Home Run derby, live music and more; bring a blanket/lawn chairs and spend the afternoon connecting with neighbours; www.silverheightsneighbourhood.com/events. html, 12 to 4 p.m., free, Victoria Park, Hespeler, 66 Fisher Mills Rd., Cambridge, 519-249-1200, lorid@silverheightsneighbourhood.com

Greenway Chaplin Neighbourhood Day

Join us at the centre and surrounding area for a Carnival Block Party; there will be food, games, prizes, a photo booth, and more; Halal options will be available; www.facebook.com/ greenwaychaplin, 1 to 4 p.m., free, Greenway Chaplin Community Centre, 116 Rouse ave., Cambridge, 519-623-4220, kelseyo@greenwaychaplin.com

Alison Neighbourhood Day Community Celebration

Hosted by the Cambridge neighbourhood organizations; barbecue, live music and entertainment; for families of all shapes and sizes barbecue proceeds support programs for children and youth; www. alisonneighbourhood.org, 3 to 6 p.m., menu: meat, $2; drink, $1; cotton candy or snow cone, $1, alison neighbourhood Community Centre, 127 elgin St. n., Cambridge, 519-620-1867, ancc@alisonneighbourhood.org

Fiddlesticks Neighbourhood Day

We will have a trackless train, bouncy castle, food available for purchase, face paint, photo booth, obstacle course, crafts, and more; at 7 p.m., we will finish the day with live music; note: there is no parking on the property; www.fiddlesticks.ca,

3 to 11 p.m., free, Fiddlesticks Community Centre, 71 Cowan Blvd., Cambridge, 519-621-4040 ext. 8, krichardson92@gmail.com

TueSday, June 5 Meet and Greet with Zdravko Gunjevic

an opportunity to get to know your Green Party candidate for Waterloo riding, Zdravko Gunjevic; bring questions along for this unique opportunity to get the answers; “Meet the Candidate” hosted by City of Waterloo councillor Melissa durrell and Patent Social; 8:30 to 9:30 p.m., free, Patent Social, 17 erb St. e., Waterloo, 519-208-4030, claire@ durrellcomm.com

Fitness and sports SaTuRday, June 2 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, 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., free, Kriyayoga Meditation Centre (yog Fellowship), 388 Plains Rd., Kitchener, 519-696-3869, kriyayoga.canada@yahoo.ca

National Bowls Day Open House

Give lawn bowling a try; no equipment necessary; light refreshments; panthergpss@wixsite.com/plbc, 1 to 4 p.m., free, Preston Lawn Bowling Club, 427 Queenston Rd., Cambridge, 519-653-1085, preston.bowls@yahoo.com

For seniors Monday, June 4 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

Online Dating for Older Adults

Interested in meeting a new companion; discover what you need to navigate the exciting world of online dating for older adults; register at www.wpl.ca/ online_dating, 7 to 8:30 p.m., free, Waterloo Public Library, 35 albert St., Waterloo, 519-8861310, shall@wpl.ca

WedneSday, June 6 Seniors’ Community Dining

Register by Monday, June 4; Community Care Concepts invites you for lunch, fellowship and entertainment; call 519-664-1900 or toll free: 1-855-664-1900 to sign up, 12 to 2 p.m., $11, Zion united Church, 215 Peel St., new Hamburg, 519-664-1900, darlenef@communitycareconcepts.ca

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, June 2 Bereaved Families of Ontario — Midwestern Region Charity Golf Classic

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

Legends of the Grand Ole Opry

a fundraiser for the South Waterloo agricultural Society featuring tributes to country’s famous legends such as dolly Parton, Loretta Lynn, George Jones, Patsy Cline and many more; tickets available at RPM automotive, 225 elgin St. n., Cambridge, or by calling 519-267-2267, 7 to 9 p.m., $20, Trinity anglican Church, 12 Blair Rd., Cambridge, davehibbs@hotmail.com

Sunday, June 3 Ebytown Brass Fundraising Concert

ebytown Brass presents the “Rhubarb” Concert; an eclectic mix of music ranging form Baroque to Movie themes under the direction of Susan Follows; proceeds go to the Capital Project; matching funds up to $300 provided by FaithLife Financial; www.messiahwaterloo.ca, 2:30 to 4:30 p.m., free-will offering, Messiah Lutheran Church, 700 Glen Forrest Blvd., Waterloo, 519-884-3849, office@messiahwaterloo.ca

WedneSday, June 6 Speak and Savour

An MCRS five-star fundraising event at the CIGI campus in Waterloo; an evening of inspiring presentations by Crossing Borders, special guest speaker dr. Michael Stephenson, and more, followed by a savoury reception hosted by some of the people MCRS helped, sharing their favourite desserts; www.mcrs.ca; www.eventbrite.ca/e/speak-andsavour-tickets-44932476246, 6:30 to 9 p.m., ticketed event with a donation receiptable portion, Centre for International Governance Innovation (CIGI), 67 erb St. W., Waterloo, 519-571-1912 ext. 102, events@ mcrs.ca

LooKInG aHead Year-End Fundraising Concert in Support of Food 4 Kids Waterloo-Wellington — June 7

an evening of music and song hosted by Shout Sister Waterloo afternoon Choir; doors open at 7 p.m.; shoutsisterchoir.ca/ node/398, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., $10; child, under 12, free; tickets available at door, Breslau Mennonite Church, 226 Woolwich St., Breslau, 613-531-9685, manager@shoutsisterchoir.ca

2018 HOWLer Fundraiser for Pound Dog Rescue — June 9

2.5K fundraiser dog walk, barbecue, vendor tent, raffle prizes, dog demonstrations; Pound dog Rescue’s largest annual fundraiser.; for the whole family, fourlegged, bushy-tailed included; admission: family $40; 13-plus $15; child $10; under two, free; for tickets visit pdrhowler.ca/ about/ticketsschedule or buy event day at entrance, 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., walker: collect pledges, Waterloo Regional Police association Recreation Centre, 1128 Rife Rd., ayr, pdrfundraising@gmail.com

Schwaben Club Best Ball Golf Tournament — June 9

Includes green fees, golf cart, dinner with dessert, afterwards at the Schwaben Club; www. kitchenerschwabenclub.com, 11 a.m. $85, taxes included, Rockway Golf Course, 625 Rockway dr., Kitchener, 519-742-7979, schwaben@kitchenerschwabenclub.com

Waterloo Region Walk for Muscular Dystrophy — June 9

Register by Friday, June 8; Fullyaccessible community event; walk, wheel, roll or run; fun for family, friends, businesses and colleagues to come together, support, honour and create a world of understanding and compassion; www.walk4md.ca, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., donations accepted, Westmount Sports Park, 440 Westmount Rd. n., Waterloo, 437-770-3093, evan. connor@muscle.ca

New Hamburg Board of Trade Golf Tournament — June 11

Register by Friday, June 8; a great day of golf with the new Hamburg Board of Trade; lunch at noon with golf starting at 1 p.m.; 18 holes of golf with power cart, lunch, $20 gift certificate to a local restaurant, gift bag, steak dinner and access to a silent auction and specialty holes; bring a team or we can pair you up for a day of networking; nhbot. ca/news-events, 12 to 6:30 p.m., $155, dundee Country Club, 1801 Queen St. n., new dundee, president@nhbot.ca

Health TueSday, June 5 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, June 6 Stomp Out Stigma

organized by Kitchener downtown Community Health Centre in partnership with Grand River Hospital; promotes mental health awareness and resources in the community and reduce the stigma related to mental health and addiction; community displays, artwork, guest speakers, snacks, door prizes, 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., free, Kitchener downtown Community Health Centre, 44 Francis St. S., Kitchener, 519-745-4404 ext. 208, gberihun@kdchc.org

Kids stuff SaTuRday, June 2 Waterloo Rural Women’s 23rd Annual Children’s Farm Safety Day

Hands-on learning, activities and games regarding safety on the farm; large machinery, fire and animal safety; suitable for ages five to 12; includes lunch and snacks; registration starts at 9 a.m.: contact donna at 519-576-1933, dmrogers@sympatico.ca; or

Susan at 519-669-8066, florahills2416@gmail.com, 9:15 a.m. to 1:15 p.m., $5, Milky Wave Farm, 1088 Jesse Pl., elmira

WedneSday, June 6 Cine Babies

a movie program for new parents, friends and family to attend with their infants in a babyfriendly environment; films will be presented with lowered volume, dimmed lights and convenient amenities; see a new movie every week and stay connected; Wednesdays; for schedule, visit www.princesscinemas.com/ cine-babies, 1 to 3 p.m., regular admission (babes in arms, free), Princess Twin Cinemas, 46 King St. n., Waterloo, 519-884-5112, wendy@princesscinemas.com

Open houses and reunions SaTuRday, June 2 Cambridge Kiwanis Boys’ Choir 40th Anniversary Weekend

Saturday: open house beginning at 2 p.m.; followed by rehearsal with alumni and present choir at 4 p.m.; Sunday: open house starting at 1:45 p.m., concert at 3 p.m. featuring boys choir and alumni members, free-will offering for concert appreciated, avenue Road Baptist Church, 465 avenue Rd., Cambridge

School events TueSday, June 5 Monsignor Doyle Catholic Secondary School Student Co-op Job Fair

Monsignor doyle C.S.S. co-op students show, with a three-sided display board, what they have learned/experienced at placement/work over the semester; in school caféteria; all community members welcome: please sign in at main office, 12:30 to 2:30 p.m., free, Monsignor doyle Catholic Secondary School, 185 Myers Rd., Cambridge, 519-622-1290 ext. 291, frank. bianchi@wcdsb.ca

Slide shows WedneSday, June 6 Haida Gwaii, British Columbia

a Canada 150 slide show with alberta Piche, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., $2, Rockway Centre, 1405 King St. e., Kitchener, 519-741-2507

Walks runs and rides SaTuRday, June 2 Grand River Motorcycle Ride For Dad

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

Sunday, June 3 Hike For Hospice

The Lisaard House and Innisfree House annual fundraising event; families and friends come together and hike for a great cause, while having an opportunity to celebrate the life of a loved one they have lost; registration: 8:30 a.m.; lisaardandinnisfree.com/hike-for-hospice, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., collect donations online, Waterloo Region Museum and doon Heritage Village, 10 Huron Rd., Kitchener, 519-208-5055 ext. 255, khenry@lisaardandinnisfree.com

2018 Walk For Arthritis — Kitchener

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

Pet Valu Walk for Dog Guides

Registration required; organized by ariss and Maryhill Lions Club; residents and their four-legged “best friends” walk together; by participating in the Walk, you help provide life-changing dog Guides to Canadians with disabilities; Walk routes are accessible to all; walkfordogguides.com, 1 to 2 p.m., collect donations online, Maryhill Heritage Park Community Centre,

58 St. Charles St. e., Maryhill, 519-835-7328, ariss@a15lions.org

LooKInG aHead Just Breathe Wellness Experience — June 9

Register by Thursday, June 7; 5K fun run, yoga and mindfulness session in the outdoors; together with the TeMa Conter Memorial Trust to bring awareness and support to First Responders in our community suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSd); at Lakeview Pavilion at Laurel Creek Conservation area; www.justbreathe.events, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., adult $55, Laurel Creek Conservation area, 625 Westmount Rd. n., Waterloo, 226-791-4481, info@justbreathe.events

Cambridge Tour de Grand — June 10

Register by Monday, June 4; an annual recreational bicycle event/ ride for all ages and skill levels; offers 10K, 15K, 25K, 40K, 50K, 60K, 72K, 100K, 160K routes, plus 50K and 76K gravel and trail rides; free event T-shirts to first 2,000 riders only; free lunch and snacks; www.cambridgetourdegrand.com, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., to June 4: $35; family $70; after June 4, $40; family $75, duncan McIntosh arena, 200 Christopher dr., Cambridge, 519-240-5325, info@cambridgetourdegrand.com

Kitchener-Waterloo Brain Tumour Walk — June 10

People affected by brain tumour should never walk alone; join the movement to end brain tumours; register and walk to raise funds to support your brain tumour community with funds going to life-changing research, support programs, information, advocacy, awareness and hope; www.braintumour.ca, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., encourage donations online, Jacob eby Farmhouse, Waterloo Park, 50 young St. W., Waterloo, 1-800-265-5106 ext. 250, btwalkhelp@braintumour.ca

Pet Valu Walk for Dog Guides — June 10

Residents and their four-legged “best friends” are preparing to walk together for the Pet Valu Walk for dog Guides. each walk is organized by a member of the community. By participating in the walk, you can help provide life-changing dog Guides to Canadians with disabilities. Walk routes are accessible to all; walk begins at the pond (beside esso gas station); fundraising brochures available at the Town Barker and Wellesley Veterinary Clinic or contact us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/ events/165452714125484/; 1:30 to 3 p.m., free, Wellesley Pond, 1220 Queensbush Rd., Wellesley, 519-656-9374, marikonishikawa@hotmail.com

Workshops SaTuRday, June 2 Botanicals in Watercolour

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

Sunday, June 3 Introduction to Storytelling

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

TueSday, June 5 Advanced Watercolours

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

LooKInG aHead Working with Masters: Photography Workshop — June 8

Become more aware of your camera’s capabilities; the methods of Mondrian, Mont and Georgia o’Keefe explored using the photographic medium; with Roger young; Fridays, June 8 to 22; digital camera with a zoom lens required; homerwatson.on.ca, 1 to 4 p.m., member $95; non-member $106, Homer Watson House and Gallery, 1754 old Mill Rd., Kitchener, 519-748-4377, programs@ homerwatson.on.ca

TueSday, June 12 Colour Our Community: A Community Art Project — June 12

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