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Arts events FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19 Cambridge Fresh Stories
Live performance storytelling every third Friday of the month (September through may) produced by Carol Leigh Wehking and michele braniff; come to listen, and also to share a story if you like during open mike, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., $4, monigram Coffee roasters, 16 ainslie St. S., suite, cclwehking@gmail.com
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 20 WaterLoo Tamil Cultural Nite 2018
18th annual; Waterloo region’s South asian performing arts festival featuring indian classical dances, music, drama and fashion show; food during intermission, 5:30 to 9:30 p.m., free, University of Waterloo, Humanities theatre, 200 University ave. W., tamilculturewaterloo.org/event/tamil-cultural-nite-3/, mail@tamilculturewaterloo.org
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 23 KitCHener Bring Your Own Book
register by monday, oct. 22: subject area for discussion: social issues and tough topics; bring whatever read you want on these topics to share within the month’s subject area; registration required: bit.ly/2mo9ipK, 7 to 8 p.m., free, Kitchener Public Library, Central branch, 85 Queen St. n., 519-743-7502, askus@kpl.org
Blood donor clinics TUESDAY, OCTOBER 23 Cambridge Cambridge Blood Donor Clinic
give life: book appointment online at www.blood.ca or call 1-888-236-6283; walk-ins welcome, 2:30 to 7:30 p.m., armenian Youth Club, 35 international Village dr., emma.willms@blood.ca
Classics WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 17 WaterLoo UW Noon Hour Concert
the Water is Wide: ellen mcateer (soprano) and geoffrey Conquer (piano) present mozart’s charming lieder to britten’s beautiful folk-song settings, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., free, Conrad grebel University College Chapel, 140 Westmount rd. n., uwaterloo.ca/music/events, music@uwaterloo.ca
Concerts TUESDAY, OCTOBER 23 WaterLoo Noon Hour Concert
Featuring nathan martin Jazz Quartet: nathan martin (vocals); erik Larson (double bass); Jeremy Hucal (piano) and daniel goldstein (drums); low-cost lunch available from 11:30 a.m., 12:15 to 12:45 p.m., free, First United Church, 16 William St. W., 519-745-8487 ext. 201
Election forums WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 17 WaterLoo Municipal Election Candidate Forum
Features candidates for mayor of Waterloo and regional Council; presented by greater K-W Chamber of Commerce, 4 to 6 p.m., free, rim Park — Forbes Family Hall, 2001 University ave. e., 519-749-6048
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 18 KitCHener Municipal Election Candidate Forum
Features candidates for mayor of Kitchener and regional Council; presented by greater K-W Chamber of Commerce, 4 to 6 p.m., free, Victoria Park pavilion, 80 Schneider ave., 519-749-6048
Events WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 17 Cambridge Callout: The Soroptimist Live Your Dream: Education and Training Awards for Women
Program provides cash grants to women who are working to better their lives through additional schooling and skills training; grant of $1,500 minimum; application deadline: nov. 15; contact Kelly for eligibility rules and application information, Soroptimist international of Cambridge, 1145 Concession rd. (Langs Community Health and Wellness Centre), 226-929-6209, kthomas.acadia@gmail.com
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 18 baden Wilmot Summer Market
a small weekly market serving residents of Waterloo region; wilmotsummermarket.wixsite.com/market, 4 to 7 p.m., free, Steinmann mennonite Church, 1316 Snyder’s rd. W., wilmotsummermarket@ gmail.com
WaterLoo Adventures in Asia: An Evening with Bert and Martha Lobe and Jim Pankratz
Hear about walking the dragon’s back in Hong Kong, the experiences of strolling through temples and palaces in tibet, and seeing the Himalayas in nepal; learn of the theme “West meets east” in india through places, people and events, 7 to 9 p.m., free, Conrad grebel University College, 140 Westmount rd. n., www. eventbrite.com/e/adventures-in-asia-anevening-with-bert-martha-lobe-and-jimpankratz-tickets-49109700436, 519-885-2522, office@tourmagination. com
Memory, Identity and the Sermon on the Mount: The Case of André Trocmé
the benjamin eby Lecture presents the research of a faculty member at Conrad grebel University College; the 2018 eby Lecturer features Professor alicia batten, presenting “memory, identity and the Sermon on the mount”; 7:30 to 9 p.m., free, Conrad grebel University College Chapel, 140 Westmount rd. n., bmoscins@uwaterloo.ca
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19 WaterLoo Waterloo Against Ford’s Anti-Protest Law
Discussion on how to fight back against doug Ford’s anti-protest law in Kitchener-Waterloo; www.facebook.com/ events/397060027497329/, 6 to 8 p.m., free, mike and ophelia Lazaridis Quantum-nano Centre (QnC), 200 University Ave. W., 647-575-2648, socialistfightbackwaterloo@gmail.com
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 21 Cambridge Fall Tree Identification Hike
Join rare’s terrestrial monitoring intern, megan rowcliffe on an educational trail hike; enjoy the fall weather and colours, while learning tree identification skills; gain experience looking at needles, bark and more, 10 to 11:30 a.m., $8, george Street Parking Lot, entrance to grand trunk trail, george Street, raresites.org/ events-calendar/, 519-650-9336, rare@raresites.org
Country Music Contest
the discovery, showcasing and promotion of emerging country/gospel music artists/writers in the province who otherwise wouldn’t have the opportunity to perform in front of provincial and international country music professionals, 12 to 8 p.m., $5, child under 10 free, royal Canadian Legion, br. 121, 4 Veterans Way, www.ocmai.ca/, 519-365-9434
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 23 KitCHener Parenting the Digital Generation
registration required; matthew Johnson, director of education for media Smarts, offers the latest in education to help you help our kids navigate digital media responsibly and safely, 7 to 8:30 p.m., free, Kitchener Public Library, Central branch, 85 Queen St. n., www.kpl.org, 519-743-7502, askus@kpl.org
For seniors THURSDAY, OCTOBER 18 WaterLoo Clay Sgraffito Decoration, Part 1
registration required; creative workshop with eekta trienekens; for all skill levels; materials, tea and refreshments included, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., $15, button Factory arts, 25 regina St. S., 519-886-4577
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19 Cambridge Senior’s Drop-in Mixed Curling
beginners welcome; two draws: 8:30 and 10:30 a.m.; Fridays to april 5, $11 per draw, galt Curling Club, 1610 dunbar rd., 519-622-3943, kerrymac45@ gmail.com
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 23 KitCHener Dream Workshop
registration required; dreams: “doorways to the unconscious”; learn techniques for remembering and working with our dreams; 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., free, rockway Centre, 1405 King St. e., www. kitchener.ca/en/in-your-neighbourhood/ rockway-centre.aspx, 519-741-2507, rockwaycc@kitchener.ca
Darts
this co-ed group of adults age 50-plus welcomes new players of all abilities; tuesdays to may 28, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., free, rockway Centre, 1405 King St. e., www.kitchener.ca/en/in-your-neighbourhood/rockway-centre.aspx, 519-741-2507, brenda.vandekeere@ kitchener.ca
Fundraisers THURSDAY, OCTOBER 18 KitCHener Taps and Apps 2018
big brothers big Sisters of Waterloo region’s signature event catered toward young professionals with an interest in food, craft beer and networking; tickets: waterloo.bigbrothersbigsisters.ca/event/ taps-and-apps/, 6:30 to 10:30 p.m., $50 (includes 10 drink and 10 app tickets), the Walper Hotel, 20 Queen St. S., 519-745-0180 ext. 203, kierra.young@ bigbrothersbigsisters.ca
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19 neW HambUrg Wilmot Karaoke Idol 2018
this friendly singing competition has contestants compete for the top prize of $1,000: $500 cash for the winner and $500 for the local wilmot charity of their choice, plus additional prizes every night; see website for more details, 9 p.m., free, Scran and dram Scottish Public House, 338 Waterloo St., www.scrananddram.ca/events--live-music.html, 226-747-0610, info@scrananddram.ca
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 20 LinWood World Accord Dare to Dance Fall Gala
World accord: registered charity based in Waterloo; fundraising event with live auction, silent auctions, raffles and door prizes; proceeds for building schools in rural Honduras in 2019, 5:30 p.m. to 12 a.m., $45, Linwood Community Centre, 5279 ament Line, 519-698-2323, jbeamos@icloud.com
Cambridge Dream Auction
Silent and live auction prizes, many donated by local businesses that would make great Christmas gifts; everyone welcome to join them for fun and to celebrate their community, 7 to 10:30 p.m., free, St. andrew’s Hespeler Presbyterian Church, 73 Queen St. e., www. standrewshespeler.ca, 519-658-2652, jsmith@standrewshespeler.ca
Fight Like a Girl
a fun night of fundraising; dJ and dancing, prizes, contests; all proceeds to the Canadian Cancer Society fighting women’s cancers in support of girls night in; includes hors d’oeuvres, door and grand prizes; call to reserve tickets, 8 p.m. to 1 a.m., $30, $150 for six in ViP booth, ernie’s roadhouse, 7 Queen St. W., www. erniesroadhouse.com, 519-658-9562, christa@erniesroadhouse.com
breSLaU Rock ’n’ Roll Dance
Come out and enjoy the fun with a great dJ guaranteed to keep us dancing; light lunch will be served; all proceeds to Lisaard House and War amps; doors open at 8 p.m., $15, bridgeport rod and gun Club, 1229 beitz rd., 519-648-2939
LOOKING AHEAD Cambridge Penny Sale — Oct. 26
Purchase tickets to put on items to be won, door prizes, additional draws; hotdogs and treats available, 6 to 8:30 p.m., free, Saint John’s anglican Church, 567 Queenston rd., www.stjohnsanglicanchurch.ca/, 519-653-3323, saintjohnsanglicanchurch@rogers.com
The Mayor’s Souper Sampler — Oct. 27
Local restaurants and caterers donate a variety of soups, attendees vote for their favourite alongside a panel of celebrity judges; entertainment, kids’ corner; proceeds support Community Support Connections: meals on Wheels and more; 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., $5 for two samples; extra $1 each; all-you-can-eat $20, Cambridge City Hall, 50 dickson St., communitysupportconnections. org/, 519-772-8787 ext. 224, andream@ cscmow.org
KitCHener Zumbathon Fundraiser Benefiting KidsAbility — Oct. 27
two-hour Zumbathon; no previous training needed to be a dancer in this event; door prizes, snacks; costumes welcome; fundraiser and donation to help Kidsability continue to provide life-changing therapy to over 7,975 children in our community; registration starts at 1:30 p.m.; in gymnasium; www.canadahelps. org/en/pages/zumbathon-fundraiserbenefiting-kidsability/, 2 to 4 p.m., registration donation: adult $20; child $10, Family Centre, 65 Hanson ave.
Health WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 17 breSLaU Caregiver Support Education Sessions
Four-week sessions address the unique role of caregivers; focused on caregivers of seniors and adults with disabilities; topics include reflections on aging, effective communication; self-care; choose afternoon, evening or weekend sessions, 7 to 9 p.m., free, Community Support Connections, meals on Wheels and more, 61 Woolwich St. n., communitysupportconnections.org/, 519-772-8787 ext. 210, lindaf@cscmow.org
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 20 Cambridge Current and Emerging Therapies in Multiple Sclerosis
neurologist, dr. Warren berger, shares new research, current and emerging treatments, as well as information that can assist with symptom management, wellness strategies and accessing resources; register at www.mssociety.ca/ ontario-education, 12:30 to 3 p.m., free, Homewood Suites by Hilton CambridgeWaterloo, 800 Jamieson Pkwy., 519-221-0846, penny.burton@mssociety.ca
Kids stuff FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19 KitCHener Kids Night Out with Little Medical School: Bones & Blood
register by thursday, oct. 18: enjoy your Friday night and let us “edu-tain” your kids with a Halloween-themed class all about “bones & blood” with demonstrations, crafts and games; children ages four to 11 can come dressed up in their spookiest costumes; supper included, 5 to 9 p.m., $30 per child, $20 for additional sibling, Country Hills Community Centre, 100 rittenhouse rd., www.littlemedicalschool.com/regionofwaterloo/kids-night-out/, 519-781-8986, kwcadmin@littlemedicalschool.com
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 20 KitCHener Italian Language School
Children ages four to 14 in Waterloo region can learn italian on Saturdays, to June; register online, 9 to 11:30 a.m., free, St. Louis adult Learning and Continuing education Centre, 80 Young St., stlouis.wcdsb.ca/programsandcourses/ il/elementary/, 519-888-0788, deleana.robles@wcdsb.ca
Cambridge Halloween in the Village
register by Friday, oct. 19: a familyfriendly event with Halloween safety training, trick-or-treating, crafts and more; wear your costume; for more information and tickets, visit www.waterlooregioncsv.com, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., $3.50 (online ticket sales only), Waterloo region Children’s Safety Village, 200 maple grove rd., 519-650-8545, childrenssafetyvillage@wrps.on.ca
MONDAY, OCTOBER 22 Cambridge Maker Mondays
register by Sunday, oct. 21: Just in time for Halloween, we’ll get down and dirty with some special effect makeup; for ages 13 to 19, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., free, idea exchange | Clemens mill Library, 50 Saginaw Pkwy., ideaexchange. org/programs/event/maker-mondays, events@ideaexchange.org
Luncheons and dinners WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 17 KitCHener Community Dinners at Highland Baptist Church
Food and conversation, kid’s activities and homework help; first and third Wednesdays of month, to may 15, 5:30 to 7 p.m., $2; family $5, Highland baptist Church, 135 Highland rd. W., www.
highlandbaptist.ca, 573-744-9461, office@highlandbaptist.ca
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19 Cambridge Spaghetti Dinner
all-you-can-eat spaghetti and meatballs, garlic bread, tea, coffee and dessert,
4 to 7 p.m., $8, royal Canadian Legion, br. 126, 334 Westminster dr. n., 519-653-6810
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 23 KitCHener Bridgeport United Church Harvest Supper
a traditional roast pork dinner includes home-made mashed potatoes, locally grown sweet corn, home-made sauerkraut and dessert; craft and bake tables with items for sale, 5 to 7 p.m., adult $17; child, six to 12, $8; child, five and under, free, bridgeport United Church, 40 bridge St. W., www.bridgeportunited. org, 519-745-0931, buc1@bellnet.ca
Sales and bazaars WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 17 Cambridge Autumn Book Sale
offers material including adult and children’s books, magazines, Cds and dVds; prices range from 50 cents to $2; new selections added throughout each day; see www.ideaexchange.org for times at each location; to oct. 18, idea exchange, libraries, 519-621-0460 ext. 187
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19 KitCHener MCC Marketplace
For unique gifts and accessories; gourmet soup, handmade aprons, bags, comforters, items created by indigenous artisans and more; monthly sales to december, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., free, mennonite Central Committee, 50 Kent ave., mcccanada.ca/get-involved/events/mccmarketplace, 519-745-8458 ext. 235, katiebuchnea@mcco.ca
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 20 WaterLoo Artisans at First
Variety of handcrafted items created by many local artisans: sewn, knitted, woven or felted items, cards, soaps, woodwork and many others; lunch room, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., free, First United Church, 16 William St. W., handatfirst@gmail.com
School events FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19 Cambridge Galt Ghost Walk
a walking tour of downtown galt to hear stories of haunted locations and view live theatre re-enactments written and performed by the senior drama class of Southwood Secondary School; tickets available at the venue the night of the event, 7 to 9 p.m., $15, monigram Coffee roasters, 16 ainslie St. S., suite C, 519-221-0713, whitl1957@wrdsb.ca
Tea and coffee hours SUNDAY, OCTOBER 21 Cambridge Tea for the Cure
a ladies’ tea in support of breast cancer awareness and breast Cancer research for the Canadian Cancer Society; enjoy a wide assortment of home-made petite sandwiches, teas and delectable desserts; bring family and friends; bring your pink, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., free, aurora Lodge Sons of italy Hall, 1170 townline rd., jn1778@gmail.com
Walks runs and rides SATURDAY, OCTOBER 20 WaterLoo A21 Walk for Freedom KitchenerWaterloo
a global fundraising and awareness event; together we will walk, holding signs and passing out flyers to reach the people in our city with the message of human trafficking; register at goo. gl/3ot33e, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., free, Waterloo Public Square, 75 King St. S., walkforfreedomkw@gmail.com