What’s on Your 5-day guide to the Region’s events
SATURDAY TO WEDNESDAY
Arts events Saturday, November 10 Frederick Art Walk
4K walking tour bounded by victoria Street, Krug Street, Lancaster Street and east avenue featuring original hand-crafted works for sale: fibre art, paintings, chocolate, photography, pottery, soaps, stained glass, sewing crafts, and jewelry, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., free, the Central Frederick Neighbourhood spans north and south of Frederick Street between Lancaster and edna, Kitchener, www.frederickartwalk.org/awHome.html
Zonta Film Festival
a celebration of award-winning films made by female filmmakers (to Nov. 10) for film summaries, times and tickets, visit www. zontakw.org/zontafilmfestival, $15 per film, $65 festival pass, Princess Twin Cinemas, 46 King St. N., Waterloo, e.sproule77@ gmail.com
moNday, November 12 Author Event
register by Sunday, Nov. 11: Janet Land (“LaNded: the WWII Journal and Family History of William douglas Land”) will explore the historical events that influenced her father’s life; registration required, 10 to 11 a.m., free, Kitchener Public Library, Forest Heights, 251 Fischer-Hallman rd., Kitchener, kplca.evanced.info/signup/ EventDetails?EventId=29076, 519-743-7502, askus@kpl.org
tueSday, November 13 Reading Central Book Club Meeting
Join us for a great discussion of “the Immortalists” by Chloe Benjamin; new members welcome; registration required, 7 to 8 p.m., free, Kitchener Public Library, Central branch, 85 Queen St. N., Kitchener, kplca.evanced.info/signup/ eventdetails?eventId=28271, 519-743-7502, askus@kpl.org
Concerts Saturday, November 10 Love of Music Marathon
a day of music and celebration presented by the K-W Symphony volunteer Committee with one-hour concerts featuring local amateur and professional musicians and composers, and all genres of music, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., donations encouraged, First United Church, 16 William St. W., Waterloo, loveofmusicmarathon.com, loveofmusicmarathon@gmail.com
WedNeSday, November 14 Wednesday Noon Concert Featuring the Paul Stouffer Jazz Trio; bring your lunch or buy a low-cost meal at the church; doors open at 11:30 a.m., free, 12:15 to 12:45 p.m., St. andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 54 Queen St. N., Kitchener
Events SuNday, November 11 Remembrance Day Parade and Ceremony
annual parade and wreath-laying ceremony, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., free, Waterloo Cenotaph Park, 100 regina St. S., Waterloo, www.rclbr530.com, 519-886-4790, 530events@bell. net
Remembrance Day Ceremony
all are welcome, 11 a.m. free, Veteran’s Green, Spadina and Glen roads, Kitchener, 519-654-6490
Women, Peace and Security Dispatches from Time and Place Forum
Four speakers examine the impact of war and colonization on women and girls in various places around the world and in Canada, across time from the First World War to rohingya refugee crisis, 2 to 4 p.m., free, Conrad Grebel University College, Great Hall, 140 Westmount Rd., Waterloo, 647-701-7812, henriette.thompson@gmail.com
WedNeSday, November 14 TomorrowLove Silversides Theatre Artist Series
Join moderator William Chesney, associate dean of arts, university of Waterloo, for a conversation with award-winning playwright, rosamund Small, for insights into her process, her influences and what inspired her to write tomorrowLove, 4 to 5:30 p.m., free, university of Waterloo, theatre of the arts, 200 university ave. W., Waterloo, uwaterloo.ca/ communication-arts/events/%20 silversides-theatre-artist-series, 519-208-2411
Fitness and sports SuNday, November 11 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, 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 Saturday, November 10 The Basics: Artistic Collaboration
Learn the basics of artistic collaboration; workshop to explain how to build a collaborative artistic partnerships and the benefits of artistic collaboration over an independent practice, 1:30 to 4:30 p.m., $20 plus HSt, Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery, 101 Queen St. N., Kitchener, bit. ly/2DrRIgG, 519-579-5860 ext. 100, mail@kwag.on.ca
moNday, November 12 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
tueSday, November 13 Pumpkin and Apple Jam
Registration required; music supplied for a sing-along; refreshments served, 2 to 4 p.m., $4, W. G. Johnson Centre, Ted Wake 50 Plus Centre, 31 Kribs St., Cambridge, 519-740-4681, hermanwinniegonsalves@rogers. com
Dances Around the World
register by monday, Nov. 12: Interactive event introduces a variety of styles of dancing from many countries around the world; learn about other cultures while having fun learning some new dance moves, 3 to 4 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
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., Kitchener, www.kitchener.ca/ en/in-your-neighbourhood/rockway-centre.aspx, 519-741-2507, brenda.vandekeere@kitchener.ca
WedNeSday, November 14 Polercise with Urban Poles
Registration required; gain strength and stability through exercise and walking to music outside, weather permitting; with certified instructor; equipment provided; Wednesdays, to Dec. 19, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., drop-in: $6.23 for 55-plus, Breithaupt Centre, 350 margaret ave., Kitchener, 519-741-2507
Ukulele
an opportunity for ukulele players of all abilities to get together and practise, learn from each other and play songs in a welcoming environment; pick up your ukulele and join us; Wednesdays, Sept. to May; Kitchener Group Card needed, 10 to 11 a.m., annual rate: 55-plus, $15.30; 18 to 54, $18.66, Rockway Centre, 1405 King St. e., Kitchener, www.kitchener.ca/en/in-yourneighbourhood/rockway-centre. aspx, 519-741-2507, rockwaycc@kitchener.ca
Falls Prevention Series: With Community Support Connections (CSC)
Registration required; free sixweek program to reduce risk of falling with integrated gentle movements for all levels; topics include nutrition, building balance, bone health; call CSC for details; Mondays and Wednesday to Nov. 21, 10 to 11:30 a.m., free, Waterloo-Kitchener united Mennonite Church, 15 George St., Waterloo, communitysupportconnections.org/, 519-772-8787 ext. 228, jennm@ cscmow.org
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, November 10 IODE 30th Jolly Holly Festive House Tour
Self-guided tours on Nov. 10 and 11 of five houses decorated for the Christmas season; proceeds used for Iode community projects; visit www.iodeprestonchapter.com for where tickets can be purchased, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., $20, Iode Preston decorated Houses, Cambridge, Cambridge, 519-242-6118, frtakacs@rogers. com
HopeSpring Holiday Tour of Homes
Advance tickets required; selfguided tour of Waterloo region homes that have been professionally decorated for the holiday season, 12 to 4 p.m., $35, tickets available online at www. eventbrite.ca/e/17th-annual-holiday-home-tour-for-hopespringtickets-50510476194, 519-742-1544 ext. 103, katy@hopespring.ca
Model Airplanes Fundraiser
Silent auction of high-quality, collectible scale models of airplanes; on display Nov. 10 and 11; includes CF 105 Avro Arrow, Harvard, and many others; proceeds to 530 Havoc Squadron royal Canadian air Cadets and diabetes Canada,
1 to 4 p.m., free, Wing 404 rCaFa rotary adult Centre, 510 dutton dr., Waterloo, www.404wing.ca, 519-884-1272, airmail@404wing. ca
Rock for a Cause
drinks, food, dance: music concert fundraiser to benefit the multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada; 19-plus event; music and songs inspired by the Slash, the Cult, rolling Stones, billy Idol, Cheap trick and more classic rock, 7 p.m. to 12 a.m., entry fee: $25; pay at door, Waterloo masonic Centre, 440 Weber St. N., Waterloo, elaine@rankine.ca
An Evening of Story and Song with The Wiebes
Fundraising event to raise money for Single Mom’s Camp at Hidden Acres Mennonite Camp; music by The Wiebes; Campout cookies available for sale; www. hiddenacres.ca, 7 to 9 p.m., $10, Steinmann mennonite Church, 1316 Snyder’s Rd. W., Baden, 519-625-8602, info@hiddenacres.ca
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
SuNday, November 11 Let There Be Peace
Featuring the Schneider male Chorus; proceeds support United Church Women’s mission work; refreshments to follow, 2:30 to 4 p.m., pay-as-you-can event, First United Church, 16 William St. W., Waterloo, 519-745-8487
Singing Peace With Inshallah
Join Inshallah, Luther’s 130-plus voice community choir, for a fundraising event supporting the community outreach ministry of St. Mark’s Lutheran Church and Calvary memorial united Church, 3 to 4:30 p.m., free, trillium Lutheran Church, 22 Willow St., Waterloo, 519-884-0710 ext. 4132, dludolph@luther.wlu.ca
LooKING AHEAD #LipOffKW: Fake It to Make It — Nov. 15
Lip-sync battling for a good cause: raising money for Sexual assault and domestic violence Treatment Centre of St. Mary’s Hospital; nine performers, audience cast votes for their favourite acts; raffle; tickets: lipoffkw2018. eventbrite.com, 6:30 to 10:30 p.m., general admission: $10; vIP ticket: $40, apollo Cinema, 141 ontario St. N., Kitchener, lipoffkw@gmail.com
Sleep Tight PJ Party — Nov. 15
raising awareness and support for victims of human trafficking; sponsored by Larrek Investigations; for ages 16-plus; tickets: www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/restorations-second-stagehomes/events/sleep-tight-pj-party, 7 to 10 p.m., $25, Hacienda Sarria, 1254 union St., Kitchener, 519-496-3528, meaghan@sleeptightcampaign.org
Free Fridays at Flag Raiders Paintball — Nov. 16
Join us on Fridays in November for free entry and free rentals with any donation to the Cambridge Self-Help Food bank & the Food bank of Waterloo region, 5 to 10 p.m., free, Flag raiders Paintball Games Indoor Field, 483 Conestogo rd., Conestogo, 519-653-3322, games@flagraiders.com
Kayak with Surf Cambridge in W. G. Johnson Pool — Nov. 17
Register by Friday, Nov. 16: Surf Cambridge, a non-profit corporation, raising money to build a surf wave on the Grand River; hosting kayaking lessons and pool time for paddling practice; all money after expenses goes towards making waves, 6 to 8 p.m., lessons to kayak or for rolling $120; paddling practice, $25, W. G. Johnson Centre, ted Wake 50 Plus Centre, 31 Kribs St., Cambridge, www.surfcambridge.ca/ shop/, info@surfcambridge.ca
Mount on the Move: A Celebration of Music and Food — Nov. 17
taste and Hear: mount on the move: a music and food extravaganza includes three stages, 10 musical acts, five tasting food stations in support of mount Zion’s Choral Scholar music program, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., $10; child free; further donations over $20 receipted, mount Zion Lutheran Church, 29 Westmount rd. S., Waterloo, www.mzlc. ca, 519-885-4633, karen@ gastmeier.ca
The Sounds of Christmas 2018 for KidsAbility — Nov. 23
Christmas music, harmony singing, instrumentals, various styles of dance; Friday and Saturday performances to dec. 1; tickets: www.ticketscene.ca/ events/21892/, at Kidsability Foundation office or call box office: 519-502-8390, $30; 18 and under, $20; group rate (20 or more), $20, Waterloo mennonite brethren Church, 245 Lexington rd., Waterloo, guseproductions@gmail.com
Block Party, A Better Together Event — Nov. 24
Registration required; celebrate the neighbourhoods of Waterloo region with an evening of fun, live music, craft beer, street eats; stroll through their versions of uptown, midtown and downtown; all proceeds go to Extenda-Family Waterloo region, 8 to 11:55 p.m., $100, Catalyst 137, 137 Glasgow St., Kitchener, www.bettertogetherevents.ca, 519-741-0190 ext. 302, kates@ eafwr.on.ca
Operation: Rogue Elf — Nov. 25
Join us for our 11th annual Christmas charity game, rogue Elf; help us support the Cambridge Self Help Food bank, join the Red (Bad) or Green (Good) Elf team; call 519-653-3322 for more information or visit our website, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., see website for prices, Flag raiders Paintball Games, 425 Bingemans Centre Dr., Kitchener, flagraiders-paintball.myshopify.com/ collections/rogue-elf, games@ flagraiders.com
Gardening moNday, November 12 Wilmot Horticultural Society Christmas Potluck
Speaker: dr. Ken Shonk: “Healing through Humour”; a retired family doctor, dr. Shonk takes a serious look at a funny topic and shows the short leap between humour and compassion; bring own dishes and cutlery, 6 to 8 p.m., free, Wilmot recreation Complex, 1291 Nafziger rd., baden, wilmothortsociety@gmail.com
Health Saturday, November 10 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, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., free, Community Support Connections, meals on Wheels and More, 61 Woolwich St. N., Woolwich, communitysupportconnections.org/, 519-772-8787 ext. 210, lindaf@cscmow.org
tueSday, November 13 The Great Brain Workout
dispel some of the negative myths of aging; learn how best to maintain both physical and cognitive health throughout a lifetime; bring runners for movement, your brain and a smile; Tuesdays to Dec. 4, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m., $6.50 per session, Centreville Chicopee Community Centre, 141 morgan ave., Kitchener, bodymindandmovementprogram.com/home/, 519-998-3024, thegreatbrainworkout@gmail.com
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
Kids’ stuff Saturday, November 10 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
Open houses and reunions WedNeSday, November 14 Les Toastmasters d’Expression Francaise de Kitchener Open House
Learn to be a better communicator and leader; meetings in French for Francophones or lovers of the French language; meet our club and community members in a friendly atmosphere,
7 to 9 p.m., free, Kitchener City Hall, 200 King St. W., Kitchener, goo.gl/15cLrR, 519-725-0056, drouincharters@rogers.com
Workshops WedNeSday, November 14 Design Your Own 3D Object in Sketchup
register by tuesday, Nov. 13: Create a 3d model in this handson class: teaches you how to use Sketchup for 3D design; bring a USB, 6:30 to 8 p.m., free, Idea Exchange | Queen’s Square Library, 1 North Sq., Cambridge, ideaexchange.org/programs/ event/design-your-own-objectsketchup, events@ideaexchange. org
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-just-childs-play, events@ideaexchange.org
LooKING AHEAD Grand River Lantern Workshop — Nov. 16
making your own paper lanterns in a two-hour workshop; registration required; 18-plus, 2 to 4 p.m., free, Idea exchange | old Post office, 12 Water St. S., Cambridge, ideaexchange.org/ programs/event/grand-riverlantern-workshop-0, events@ ideaexchange.org
Write Now Writing Group — Nov. 19
Write stories to share with others; to improve their writing craft, the group will offer suggestions for alternative approaches for consideration; every other Monday; Kitchener Group Card required, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., annual rate: 55-plus, $15.31; ages 18 to 54, $18.66, Rockway Centre, 1405 King St. e., Kitchener, www.kitchener.ca/en/in-yourneighbourhood/rockway-centre. aspx, 519-741-2507, rockwaycc@kitchener.ca
Maker Mondays — Nov. 19
register by Sunday, Nov. 18: Clemens mill welcomes you to the maker movement with three projects to get your creativity flowing; use their Cricut, Lego and more to personalize a phone case, dock and other tech accessories, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., free, Idea exchange | Clemens mill Library, 50 Saginaw Pkwy., Cambridge, ideaexchange.org/ programs/event/maker-mondays-0, events@ideaexchange. org
Advanced Photography SLR (Film or Digital) — Nov. 19
register by Sunday, Nov. 18: after an introduction to studio lighting, this class examines low light photography, special effects, photojournalism, and topics raised by the class; registrants should master the skills of intermediate photography before attempting this course, 7:30 to 9:45 p.m., $70 plus HSt, Idea Exchange | Queen’s Square Library, 1 North Sq., Cambridge, ideaexchange.org/programs/ event/advanced-photographyslr-film-or-digital-0, events@ ideaexchange.org
Holiday Card Making: Paper, Stamps and Embellishments — Nov. 21
Register by Friday, Nov. 16: offered by the multiple Sclerosis Society; for people living with multiple sclerosis in our community; festive fun, social time, coffee and tea; caregivers welcome to participate; enter retirement Home at 50 tillsley dr., 1 to 2 p.m., free, village of Winston Park, 695 Block Line rd., Kitchener, mssociety.ca, 519 569-8789, sandra.clarke@ mssociety.ca
Meet a Maker: Libs Elliot — Nov. 21
Registration required; ongoing project: an exploration in how modern technology can transform a traditional and tactile craft into modern functional art without abandoning the inherent pleasures of handcrafted products, 6:30 to 8 p.m., free, Idea Exchange | old Post office, 12 Water St. S., Cambridge, ideaexchange.org/programs/event/ meet-maker-libs-elliot, events@ ideaexchange.org
Pet Memory Box and Grief Seminar — Nov. 24
Register by Friday, Nov. 16: Grief and sadness for the loss of a family pet; remember and honour your furry friend, a program to better understand your pain as you create your personal memory box, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., $59 includes a memory box and material for embellishment, Cambridge Centre for the arts, 60 Dickson St., Cambridge, 519-841-3362, memoryboxseminars@rogers.com
Make an Embroidered Holiday Ornament — Nov. 24
Registration required; stitch a gingerbread man with the Canadian Embroiderers’ Guild, Kitchener-Waterloo; learn chain, satin and running stitch, and French knot; bring a small pair of sharp scissors if you have them, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., free, Kitchener Public Library, Grand river Stanley Park branch, 175 Indian rd., Kitchener, www.kpl.org, 519-743-7502, askus@kpl.org
One Girl Inspired and Encouraged — Nov. 24
register by Friday, Nov. 23: one Girl workshop: Be-YoU-tiful for young girls aged eight to 13; topics include:understanding healthy self-esteem, reflecting on qualities, skills and talents that make you beautiful, and building confidence; at Veritas Café, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., $49, Wilfrid Laurier university, 75 university ave. W., Waterloo, onewoman. ca/product/one-girl-registration/, kitchenerchapter@1girl.ca