5 -Day List
SATURDAY TO WEDNESDAY
Arts events Saturday, January 5 Christmas at the Castle Step back into the Victorian era at Christmas, the warmth and charm with kindle your holiday spirit; then visit the Belvedere Gallery to see dave Herner’s miniature dickens Village on display (to Jan. 6), 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., $7, $6 senior/student, $5 child, $20 family, Castle Kilbride, 60 Snyder’s rd. W., Baden, www.castlekilbride.ca, 519-634-8444 ext. 256, castle.kilbride@wilmot.ca Sunday, January 6 City of Waterloo New Year’s Levee Hosted by Waterloo Mayor dave Jaworsky and city council members, the levee features free skating and swimming, Cartoon Bob, the Grand river Swing Band, and more; for more information visit events.waterloo.ca/default/detail/2019-01-06-11, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Free, Waterloo recreation Complex, 101 Father david Bauer dr., Waterloo, 519-886-2310 City of Kitchener New Year’s Levee
Celebrate 2019 with Kitchener Mayor Berry Vrbanovic, council members and your neighbours at the city’s free carnival-themed celebration; face painting, skating, live music, door prize ticket draw, refreshments by Bingemans, 1:30 to 4 p.m., Free, Kitchener City Hall, 200 King St. W., Kitchener, https:// www.kitchener.ca/en/things-todo/new-year_s-levee.aspx?_ mid_=13577, 519-741-2300 WEDNESDAY, January 9 Coffee & Crime Book Club register by tuesday, Jan. 8: In January we are reading “Killers of the Flower Moon” by david Grann; new members always welcome; registration required, 10 to 11 a.m., free, Kitchener Public Library, Central Branch, 85 Queen St. n., Kitchener, bit.ly/2ze6nqP, 519-743-7502, askus@kpl.org Film Screening register by tuesday, Jan. 8: Join our friends from KWAG for a screening of the award-winning documentary, “Stories We tell,” a film told through a series of interviews in which filmmaker Sarah Polley investigates the truth about her family history; registration required, 7 to 9 p.m., free, Central Kitchener Public Library theatre, 85 Queen St. n., Kitchener, bit.ly/2FiFuZl, 519-743-7502, askus@kpl.org Classics Monday, January 7 Join the Cambridge Male Chorus We are a men’s community choir and rehearse Mondays from September to november, and January to May; no experience necessary; newcomers are asked to arrive at 7:15 p.m., 7:30 p.m. free, trinity anglican Church, 12 Blair rd., Cambridge, www.cambridgemalechorus.com, 519-267-0176, patrick. batty@gmail.com Events Saturday, January 5 Science Saturday explore cool science activities; all ages; no registration required, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m., free, Kitchener Public Library, Country Hills Branch, 1500 Block Line rd., Kitchener, www.kpl.org, 519-743-7502, askus@kpl.org TUESDAY, January 8 Dave Sanderson Flying High on the Tenth Anniversary of the Miracle on the Hudson registration required; dave Sanderson, survivor of u. S. airways Flight 1549, and business partner, dave Barden, speak to aspiring leaders; sharing key business strategies on servant leadership, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., $50 to $75, Proof Kitchen and Lounge, 110 erb St. W., Waterloo, www.eventbrite. ca/e/dave-sanderson-anddon-barden-present-pathwayto-finding-your-purpose-tickets-53295141202, dritchie@leadershipwaterlooregion.org For seniors Monday, January 7 Falls Prevention Series Six-week education program to reduce risk of falling with integrated gentle exercise for all levels; topics include bone health, balance, nutrition; drop in; call Community Support Connections — Meals on Wheels and More for details; to Feb. 13, 9:30 to 11 a.m., free, Calvary Memorial united Church, 91 Gruhn St., Kitchener, communitysupportconnections.org/, 519-772-8787 ext. 228, jennm@cscmow.org 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 March 25, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.; thursdays, to March 28, 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, January 8 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, January 9 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, 9:30 to 10:30 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-your-neighbourhood/rockwaycentre.aspx, 519-741-2507, rockwaycc@kitchener.ca 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 March 25, 9:30 to 10:25 a.m., drop-in: $6.23 for 55-plus, Breithaupt Centre, 350 Margaret ave., Kitchener, 519-741-2507 Wilmot Centre Seniors’ Luncheon
Come for a bowl of hot and hearty soup, warm fellowship and an audio visual presentation “Psalms of Praise”; 12 to 2 p.m., free, Wilmot Centre Missionary Church, 2463 Bleams rd., Petersburg, 519-634-8687, amkoebel@gmail.com Fundraisers Saturday, January 5 North Waterloo Farm Toy Show 31st annual north Waterloo Farm toy Show featuring a live charity auction at 1 p.m. by Hei-View auctions; auction proceeds will be donated to the Children’s Wish Foundation., 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., $2, 12 and under free (with adult), Linwood Community Centre, 5279 ament Line, Linwood, 519-392-6785, fred.heimpel@gamil.com Monday, January 7 The Bachelor Viewing Party in Support of Cystic Fibrosis register by Saturday, Jan. 5: attention “the Bachelor” fans: the Kitchener-Waterloo Kinettes and the Watchtower have teamed up to raise money for Cystic Fibrosis; viewing party on Mondays to Jan. 28; prizes and vendors, 7:30 p.m. $15, includes a drink, light snacks, and a donation, the Watchtower restaurant, 280 Lester St., unit 105, Waterloo, squareup.com/store/watchtowerkw, caseysherritt@gmail.com LOOKING AHEAD Top Guns ’50 and ’60s Dance for The Food Bank — Jan. 12 DJ darrel will play your favourite songs; requests are encouraged; proceeds to the Food Bank of Waterloo region; please bring food items to donate; prizes for best costumes, snacks, parking behind or nearby, 7:30 p.m. to 12 a.m., $12, royal Canadian Legion, Br. 412, 601 Wellington St. n., Kitchener, 226-755-1461, gerthebear@live.ca Health TUESDAY, January 8 Caregiver Support Information Sessions Community Support Connections’ four-week sessions address the unique role and needs of caregivers; topics include reflections on aging, effective communication, and self-care; after completing sessions, one-on-one support available; all welcome, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., free, Community Support Connections, Meals on Wheels and More, 61 Woolwich St. n., Breslau, communitysupportconnections.org/, 519-772-8787 ext. 210 Kids’ stuff Saturday, January 5 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 January STEM Week
explore all things Science, technology, engineering, and Math; for kids of all ages who want to dive into experiments, explore exciting projects, be creative, and try their hand at innovative technologies; at all library locations, 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., free, Idea exchange, libraries, Cambridge, ideaexchange.org/programs/event/january-stemweek, 519-621-0460 Explore Play Learn
Songs, stories and fun for preschoolers; drop in, 11 to 11:45 a.m., free, Waterloo Public Library, 35 albert St., Waterloo, www.wpl.ca/holiday_programs, 519-886-1310 ext. 129, shall@ wpl.ca Monday, January 7 Tots at Play Preschool Drop-In unleash the kids with toys galore; unrestricted floor space allows for tons of creative play and action games suitable for newborn to six years; caregivers must supervise children at all times, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., $5.50 family (up to four children) or $49.50 for 10 visits, Bechtel Park, 185 Bridge St. W., Waterloo, www.waterloo.ca/preschool, 519-886-1177 ext. 27280, dawn.tozer@waterloo.ca Sales and bazaars Saturday, January 5 New Year, New You: Craft Show and Vendor Sale Spoil yourself with everything you actually wanted for Christmas; a few local vendors, hand selected by Savvy events present you the very best, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., free, the Kin Club of Cambridge (Preston), 1400 Hamilton St., Cambridge, newyear-newyoucraftshow.eventbrite.ca, 519-222-7872, savvyevents@gmail.com Workshops Monday, January 7 Write Now Writing Group Write stories to share with others; to improve your 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; 18 to 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 LOOKING AHEAD Bullet Journaling 101 — Jan. 10 Learn about the Bullet Journal (Bujo) and how it can help you to become more organized and productive in your daily life; part journal, part planner, a Bullet Journal can be whatever you want it to be, 3:30 to 5 p.m., free, Idea exchange | Clemens Mill Library, 50 Saginaw Pkwy., Cambridge, ideaexchange.org/ programs-events, 519-621-0460 Adults Craft and Colouring Club — Jan. 10
tap into your creative side with a low-key evening of colouring, crafts and socializing; materials and instructions supplied and you bring the creativity; no registration required, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., free, Kitchener Public Library, Country Hills Branch, 1500 Block Line rd., Kitchener, www.kpl.org, 519-743-7502, askus@kpl.org Maker Mondays — Jan. 14
register by Saturday, Jan. 12: Book geeks unite; create all sorts of wonderful things for, and with, books; from bookmarks to buttons to book art, ideas for everyone, 4 to 5:30 p.m., free, Idea exchange | Clemens Mill Library, 50 Saginaw Pkwy., Cambridge, ideaexchange.myshopify.com/, 519-621-0460 Basics of Photography SLR (Film or Digital) — Jan. 14
register by Friday, Jan. 11: Learn basics of good photography through the traditional study of automatic and manual controls, focus, exposure, shutter speed, aperture, flash work and camera care; needed: single lens reflex or mirrorless interchangeable lens camera; to Feb. 11,
7 to 9:45 p.m., $80 plus HST, Idea exchange | Queen’s Square Library, 1 north Sq., Cambridge, ideaexchange.myshopify.com/, 519-621-0460 iPad and iPhone for Beginners — Jan. 15
register by Sunday, Jan. 13: Learn about settings, features and apps; bring your own device, 2 to 4 p.m., free, Idea exchange | Queen’s Square Library, 1 north Sq., Cambridge, ideaexchange. myshopify.com/, 519-621-0460 Cellphone Photography Workshop — Jan. 15
register by Monday, Jan. 14: Learn to take the best photos on your cell phone; make portraits, landscapes, and product shots look like a masterpiece without the fancy equipment, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., free, Kitchener Public Library, Central Branch,
85 Queen St. n., Kitchener, www.kpl.org, 519-743-7502, askus@kpl.org Introduction to Coding for Adults — Jan. 15
register by Monday, Jan. 14: upgrade your tech skills; each week learn to create your own computer programs using the Python programming language; no coding experience needed; weekly, to March 5, 6:30 to 8 p.m., free, Kitchener Public Library, Central Branch, 85 Queen St. n., Kitchener, www.kpl.org, 519-743-7502, askus@kpl.org French: Not Just Child’s Play — Jan. 16
Brush up on your French conversation skills or learn a bit of Canada’s second official language in a comfortable setting; Wednesdays to March 26, excluding Feb. 20, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., free, Idea exchange | Preston Library, 435 King St. e., Cambridge, ideaexchange.org/ programs-events, 519-621-0460