5 -Day List
Arts events Saturday, September 22 Cambridge Studio Tour and Sale 2018
presented by Cambridge Centre for the arts and Cambridge arts Guild; self-guided tour; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, noon to 5 p.m.; visit maps.cambridge. ca/gis/St18 for artists and map, free, Cambridge Centre for the arts, 60 dickson St., Cambridge, 519-740-4681 ext. 4376
Tuesday, September 25 Modern Classics Book Club Meeting
Join us for a great discussion of “the alchemist” by paulo Coelho; registration required: kplca.evanced.info/signup/eve ntdetails?eventId=27432& ;backto=Calendar&startd ate=2018/09/01, 10 to 11 a.m., free, Kitchener public Library, Country Hills branch, 1500 block Line rd., Kitchener, 519-743-7502, askus@kpl.org
Meet the Author
Connect with Linwood barclay, author of the 2018 One book, One Community selection, “broken promise”; doors open at 6 p.m.; books available for purchase and signing following the presentation, 7 to 8 p.m., free, trillium united Church, 450 King St. e., Cambridge, ideaexchange.org/programs/event/one-book-one-communitymeet-author-linwood-barclay, events@ideaexchange.org
Classics mOnday, September 24 Schneider Male Chorus New Members Month
Join us for a rehearsal; men of all ages and voicing are welcome, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., free, Calvary memorial united Church, 91 Gruhn St., Kitchener, www.schneidermalechorus.ca/ 519-886-7566, jacknanson@ gmail.com
tueSday, September 25 Noon Hour Concert
Featuring Lance Ouellette (violin) and Justyna Szajna (piano); low cost lunch available from 11:30 a.m., 12:15 to 12:45 p.m., free, First united Church, 16 William St. W., Waterloo, www.firstunitedchurch.ca, 519-745-8487 ext. 201
WedneSday, September 26 UW Noon Hour Concert
Far and Wide: the Goodchild Grady duo will present an all-Canadian program of works for clarinet/bass clarinet and percussion; some of the works incorporate theatrical elements and contemporary techniques, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., free, Conrad Grebel university College Chapel, 140 Westmount rd. n., Waterloo, uwaterloo.ca/music/events, music@uwaterloo.ca
Concerts Sunday, September 23 Rex Stone
recording artist rex returns to preston to share the faith message Gospel style, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., free-will offering, Knox preston presbyterian Church, 132 argyle St. n., Cambridge, 519-653-6691, knoxpreston@ rogers.com
mOnday, September 24 Music in the Lounge
Featuring pedro Fernandez on instrumental guitar in the reading Lounge, 7 to 8 p.m., free, Kitchener public Library, Central branch, 85 Queen St. n., Kitchener, 519-743-7502, askus@kpl.org
Events Saturday, September 22 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), Cambridge, 226-929-6209, kthomas.acadia@gmail.com
STEM Mini Con 2018
designed to encourage and inspire girls to explore opportunities in science, technology, engineering, arts and math; funded by the Canadian Women’s Foundation; www.facebook.com/ events/224846451715256/\, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., free, yWCa: the W, 20 dickson St., unit 101, Cambridge, 519-622-9960, n.richter@ywcacambridge.ca
BeYou at 20 Participating Morguard Locations
Workshops and events; explore and encourage confidence in creativity and self-expression, health of mind, body, understanding of media and impact on us and the value of team and individual sports; partners with big brothers big Sisters; 12 to 4 p.m., free, Cambridge Centre mall, 355 Hespeler rd., Cambridge, beyougirl.ca/cambridge/, 1-416-705-9523, chrissy@ vocabcommunications.com
App-y Hour: Smartphone Science (Science Literacy Week)
registration required; userfriendly tech talk shows a diverse selection of the best apps for understanding the secret inner workings of the world around you, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., free, Idea exchange | Queen’s Square Library, 1 north Sq., Cambridge, ideaexchange.org/programs/ event/app-y-hoursmartphonescience-science-literacy-week, events@ideaexchange.org
mOnday, September 24 Gardening and Beyond: Our Shared Heritage with the Trees of Preston
registration required; meet at Idea exchange, preston for a guided walk through historic riverside park; throughout its history, the park became a gathering spot for people in the community; learn more about the trees that live and grow in the park, 6:30 to 8 p.m., free, Idea exchange | preston Library, 435 King St. e., Cambridge, ideaexchange.org/programs/event/ gardening-and-beyond-ourshared-heritage-trees-preston, events@ideaexchange.org
Fitness and sports Sunday, September 23 Kitchener International Dance Group
Learn easy-to-follow line dances and traditional circle dances from around the world, Latin line dancing, Israeli dancing, no experience or partners required; Sundays, Sept. 23, Oct. 14 and 28, nov. 11 and 25, and dec. 9, 7 to 9 p.m., $10 drop-in, your first evening is free, Church of the Good Shepherd, 116 Queen St. n., Kitchener, adamkossowski@ yahoo.ca
For seniors mOnday, September 24 Polercise with Urban Poles
registration required; gain strength and stability through exercise and walking to music; outside if weather permits; certified instructor; equipment provided; mondays, to dec. 17, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.; thursdays, to dec. 20, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., drop-in: $6.23 for 55-plus, rockway Centre, 1405 King St. e., Kitchener, 519-741-2507
Estate Planning
registration required; prepare and arrange for the management and disposal of your estate before, at and after the time of death while minimizing the many taxes that can be applied; protect your loved ones from overpaying taxes on your estate, 10 to 11 a.m., free, rockway Centre, 1405 King St. e., Kitchener, www.kitchener.ca/en/ in-your-neighbourhood/rockwaycentre.aspx, 519-741-2507, rockwaycc@kitchener.ca
WedneSday, September 26 How to Use Flickr
registration required; learn how to upload and organize your photos to your Flickr account; free Flickr account allows you to keep photos backed up and allows you to share your photos with family and friends, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., free, rockway Centre, 1405 King St. e., Kitchener, www.kitchener.ca/en/in-yourneighbourhood/rockway-centre. aspx, 519-741-2507, rockwaycc@kitchener.ca
Mount Zion’s Community Café
Offers seniors the opportunity to socialize over a cup of tea or coffee; luncheon of home-made soups and breads served at 11:30 a.m.; occasional live music; second and fourth Wednesdays of the month; to dec. 12; use dawson Street entrance, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., free; donations towards cost of food appreciated, mount Zion Lutheran Church, 29 Westmount rd. S., Waterloo, www.mzlc.ca, 519-886-5820, stephanie@vonschilling.ca
Fundraisers Saturday, September 22 Ice Cream for Breakfast
Serving ice cream for breakfast to support make-a-Wish Foundation to help send a young boy on his wish trip; when I was seven I had my wish trip granted: I want to raise money so other children may have their wishes come true, too, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., donate online or at the event, Stanley park Community Centre, 505 Franklin St. n., Kitchener, makeawishca.donordrive.com/campaign/icecream, 519-574-4294, madisonletizi@ gmail.com
Branch 121 Meat Draw
Weekly meat draw: Saturdays, to Oct. 13; www.galtlegion.ca, 5 p.m. free, royal Canadian Legion, br. 121, 4 Veterans Way, Cambridge, 519-621-5850, galtlegion@rogers.com
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., new Hamburg, www.scrananddram.ca/events-live-music.html, 226-747-0610, info@scrananddram.ca
WedneSday, September 26 Soroptimist’s Quarter Auction Fundraiser
auction begins at 7 p.m.; doors open at 6 p.m. to browse vendors’ tables; place bids: two, three or four quarters; ticket includes bidding paddle, light snacks, cash bar, to 9 p.m., $15, Cambridge newfoundland Club, 1500 dunbar rd., Cambridge, www.soroptimistcambridgeon. org, 226-476-1827, sicambridge@soroptimist.net
LOOKInG aHead Homeward Bound: An Evening for the Animals — Sept. 28
dinner, dessert and guest speakers; with bonnie Harris, Gander, newfoundland’s SpCa manager; how her small shelter with a staff of three and 25 volunteers found a way to take care of the pets stranded in Gander on 9/11, 6 to 10 p.m., $90, university of Waterloo, Federation Hall, 200 university ave. W., Waterloo, www.kwhumane.com, 519-745-5615 ext. 229, marjorie. brown@awasco.ca
Shop to Drop MS — Oct. 1
an online auction for Canadians from coast to coast; money raised assists people living with multiple sclerosis (mS) for educational programs, essential equipment and help people return to the workforce; to Oct. 14; shoptodropms.ca, multiple Sclerosis Society: Grand river Chapter, 35 belmont ave. W., Kitchener, 519-221-0846, penny. burton@mssociety.ca
Gardening Saturday, September 22 33rd Annual Orchid Show and Sale
See beautiful orchids in flower, and buy your own; Sept. 22, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sept. 23, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., adult $8; senior $6, Hespeler memorial arena, 640 ellis rd. W., Cambridge, www.coos.ca/, 519-589-4217, coosshowchair@gmail.com
mOnday, September 24 Garden Cambridge: Your Galt Horticultural Society Meeting
Speaker: david Hobson, author, storyteller, gardener, humourist, speaks on “Inspiring english Gardens”; 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 mOnday, September 24 Natural Family Care
registration required; QiGong: an ancient Chinese medicinal movement practice, combining breath work, relaxation, meditation, movement and self-massage all in one, 6 to 8 p.m., free, Idea exchange | Clemens mill Library, 50 Saginaw pkwy., Cambridge, ideaexchange.org/programs/ event/natural-family-care, events@ideaexchange.org
tueSday, September 25 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, September 26 Know Your Cannabis: Is Using Worth It
registration required; join region of Waterloo public Health nurses for an engaging conversation about the potential health impacts of cannabis use and the information you need to protect your health, 6:30 to 8 p.m., free, Idea exchange | Queen’s Square Library, 1 north Sq., Cambridge, ideaexchange.org/programs/ event/know-your-cannabisusing-worth-it, events@ideaexchange.org
Kids stuff Saturday, September 22 Italian Language School
Children ages four to 14 in Waterloo region can learn Italian on Saturdays, from Sept. to June; register online, 9 to 11:30 a.m., free, St. Louis adult Learning and Continuing education Centre, 80 young St., Kitchener, stlouis. wcdsb.ca/programsandcourses/ il/elementary/, 519-888-0788, deleana.robles@wcdsb.ca
tueSday, September 25 Discovery Square
Fun for the whole family; explore a variety of vendors and booths that offer a free hands-on experience or activity using Steam (science, technology, engineering, art, and math), 5 to 8 p.m., free, Kitchener City Hall, Carl Zehr Square, 200 King St. W., Kitchener, www. kitchenerevents.ca/whats-on/ events?eventId=1488, brad. moore@kitchener.ca
WedneSday, September 26 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
Luncheons and dinners Saturday, September 22 Fish Fry
Fresh cut fries with haddock fish, coleslaw, tartar sauce and lemon; dessert and refreshments available; eat-in or take-out meals; youngsters, 12 and under: $8, dining room only; no reservations; take-out orders of four or more call ahead, noon to 7 p.m., one-piece dinner, $14; two-piece, $16; cash only, maryhill Heritage park Community Centre, 58 St. Charles St. e., maryhill, 519-648-2939
Open houses and reunions Sunday, September 23 Bridgeport Community Reunion
all past and present residents of bridgeport and their families invited; see classmates, neighbours and old friends; meet new folk; bring pictures, view Village of bridgeport scrapbooks; stay a short time or longer for potluck at 4:30 p.m., 2 to 6 p.m., free, bridgeport Community Centre, 20 tyson dr., Kitchener, www. bcakitchener.org, 519-578-8751, bridgeportcommunityassociation@gmail.com
mOnday, September 24 Elmira Needle Sisters Quilt Guild
Calling all quilters and needleworkers; starting their 2018-2019 season of learning and community initiatives, 7 to 9 p.m., guest $5; yearly membership, $40, elmira mennonite Church, 58 Church St. W., elmira, www.elmiraneedlesistersquilting. ca/, 519-579-4442, anne.jenson@gmail.com
Sales and bazaars Saturday, September 22 MCC Marketplace
For unique gifts and accessories; gourmet soup, handmade aprons, bags, comforters, items created by Indigenous artisans and more; monthly sales to december, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., free, mennonite Central Committee, 50 Kent ave., Kitchener, mcccanada.ca/get-involved/events/ mcc-marketplace, 519-745-8458 ext. 235, katiebuchnea@mcco.ca
School events WedneSday, September 26 For Teachers: 3D Modelling in the Elementary Classroom
registration required; session provides elementary teachers with a foundation in 3d modelling using tinkerCad; bring your laptop, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., free, Idea Exchange | Old Post Office, 12 Water St. S., Cambridge, ideaexchange.org/programs/ event/3d-modelling-elementaryclassroom-teachers, events@ ideaexchange.org
Slide shows WedneSday, September 26 Trinidad and Tobago
Slide show with anne Lowe; supports the Gilbert and Sullivan Society, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., $3, rockway Centre, 1405 King St. e., Kitchener, 519-743-7655
Walks runs and rides Sunday, September 23 Strides for Melanoma Walk
registration required; support of melanoma, one of the few cancers on the rise and is one of the most commonly diagnosed cancers in our youth, ages 15 to 29 years; together we can change the statistics, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., registration fee: $25, mcLennan park, 901 Ottawa St. S., Kitchener, melanomanetwork.akaraisin.com/ui/17115, 647-381-8572, mollyfarquhar@ gmail.com
Kitchener-Waterloo Kidney Walk
annual charity walk held by the Kidney Foundation, being held in honour of dr. tom Liu, the founding nephrologist of the Grand river Hospital kidney dialysis unit, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., fundraising encouraged, Waterloo park, Centennial bandshell, 100 Westmount rd. n., Waterloo, kidney.akaraisin.com/ ui/16740/g/18050, 226-4441874, mliu.mba2007@ivey.ca
Sunday, September 30 Light the Night Walk — Cambridge (Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada) — Sept. 30
to raise awareness for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, 5 to 10 p.m., raise funds, Hespeler arena, 640 ellis rd. W., Cambridge, www.lightthenight.ca/walk-locations/ontario/cambridge/, tashrideout@gmail.com
Workshops mOnday, September 24 Write Now Writing Group
Write stories to share with others; to improve their writing craft, the group will offer suggestions for alternative approaches for consideration; every other monday except Oct. 8 and 22; Kitchener Group Card required, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., annual rate: 55+, $15.31; 18-54, $18.66, rockway Centre, 1405 King St. e., Kitchener, www.kitchener.ca/ en/in-your-neighbourhood/rockway-centre.aspx, 519-741-2507, rockwaycc@kitchener.ca
tueSday, September 25 Introduction to Belly Dancing
this introductory workshop will introduce the fundamental movements of belly dancing in a fun and welcoming environment; no experience necessary; registration required, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., free, rockway Centre, 1405 King St. e., Kitchener, www.kitchener. ca/en/in-your-neighbourhood/ rockway-centre.aspx, 519-741-2507, rockwaycc@ kitchener.ca
Adult Beginner Guitar Lessons
registration required; instructor from music Lives Inc. teaches techniques based on classical guitar: play music and enjoy the basics of guitar while building strong foundation for other styles of guitar playing; tuesdays to nov. 13, 7 to 8 p.m., $35 plus HSt, Idea exchange | Old Post Office, 12 Water St. S., Cambridge, ideaexchange.org/ programs/event/adult-beginnerguitar-lessons, events@ideaexchange.org
Adult Guitar Group
registration required; instructor from Queen Street music School teaches chords and strumming patterns: playing songs and enjoying the basics of guitar, 8 to 9 p.m., $35 plus HSt, Idea exchange | Hespeler Library, 5 tannery St. e., Cambridge, ideaexchange.org/programs/event/ adult-guitar-group, events@ ideaexchange.org
WedneSday, September 26 French: Not Just Child’s Play
parlez-vous français? brush up on your French conversation skills or learn a little of Canada’s second official language in a comfortable setting; Wednesdays to nov. 21, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., free, Idea exchange | preston Library, 435 King St. e., Cambridge, ideaexchange.org/ programs/event/frenchnot-justchilds-play, events@ideaexchange.org
Cricut Social Club
registration required; create paper crafts including cards, tags, small boxes and more; limited supplies available, may bring your own, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., free, Idea exchange | Old Post Office, 12 Water St. S., Cambridge, ideaexchange.org/ programs/event/cricut-club, events@ideaexchange.org
LOOKInG aHead Build an A-Line Robot: Introduction to Electronics Course — Sept. 27
register by Wednesday, Sept. 26: Learn the basics of electronic components in this course that introduces you to resistors, capacitors, rectifier diodes and light-emitting diodes (Leds) to help you build your line-following robot, 6:30 to 8 p.m., $25 plus tax, Idea exchange | Old Post Office, 12 Water St. S., Cambridge, ideaexchange.org/ programs/event/build-line-robotintro-electronics-course, events@ ideaexchange.org
CreateNight Social: Do-ItYourself (DIY) Book Safe — Sept. 27
registration required; step-bystep instructions to hollow out the pages of an old book in order to create your very own secret hiding spot, 6:30 to 8 p.m., free, Idea exchange | Clemens mill Library, 50 Saginaw pkwy., Cambridge, ideaexchange.org/ programs/event/createnightsocial-diy-book-safe, events@ ideaexchange.org
Mini Terrarium Workshop at Grand River Stanley Park Community Library — Sept. 29
registration required; make a tiny low-maintenance, glasscontained garden with us; materials provided in this stepby-step workshop, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., free, Kitchener public Library, Grand river Stanley park branch, 175 Indian rd., Kitchener, 519-743-7502, askus@kpl.org
Audio 101 — Oct. 2
register by monday, Oct. 1: Learn about the history of audio recording, microphones and common recording techniques in this two-part series, 6:30 to 8 p.m., free, Idea exchange | Old post Office, 12 Water St. S., Cambridge, ideaexchange.org/programs/event/audio-101, events@ideaexchange.org
CFRU Mobile Radio Studio — Oct. 3
One of CFru mobile Studio’s goals is to help engage and empower the community to share their stories and ideas; Oct. 3 and 10; join them and share your stories, 2 to 4 p.m., free, Idea Exchange | Old Post Office, 12 Water St. S., Cambridge, ideaexchange.org/programs/event/cfru-moble-studio, events@ideaexchange.org
3D Modelling and 3D Printing for Hobbyists and Enthusiasts — Oct. 3
registration required; course includes an introduction to 3d solid modelling, model editing and 3d printing, and intermediate 3d modelling; no modeling experience required; bring own laptop; Wednesdays to Oct. 17, 6:30 to 8 p.m., free, Idea Exchange | Old Post Office, 12 Water St. S., Cambridge, ideaexchange.org/programs/event/3d-modelling-and-3dprinting-hobbyists-and-enthusiasts, events@ideaexchange.org