What to do.
Tuesday, May 17
odd duck, Wine and Provisions is back at Aura-La Bakery for another amazing pop-up. This week, the menu is roasted grass-fed beef picahna or a vegan pasta. 11–1 p.m.
The K-W Oktoberfest Rogers Women of the Year recognizes and pays tribute to outstanding women in the community in the following categories: Arts & Culture; Community Service; Entrepreneur; Group Achievement; Health & Wellness; Lifetime Achievement; Professional; Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math (STEM); and Young Adult. Join them in-person or online this Thursday, May 17 at 7:30 p.m.
The Waterloo Public Library hosts Quantum Steampunk: The Physics of Yesterday’s Tomorrow with Dr. Nicole Yunger Halpern at 7 p.m.
Leading Through the Unknown is a live Speaker Series bringing together some of Canada’s leading strategists and experts on the 7 keys to Transformational Fundraising from Hussey Philanthropic Consulting. Join them on Tuesday, May 17 at noon for Transformational Fundraising - Leading Through the Unknown.
Wednesday, May 18
Grab some friends and head over to Descendants Beer & Beverage for Trivial Dispute Week 9 at 7 p.m.
Based on an internationally recognized true story, Peace By Chocolate tells the story of a Syrian refugee family who start a successful chocolate business in Nova Scotia. The Princess Twin has screenings at 4 p.m. and 6 p.m.
The Princess Original has Cowboy Bebop playing at 8:45 p.m.
Vixens and Tease present Stripping In Diamonds: Highbrow Burlesque at The Jazz Room. It’s nn evening filled with tantalizing burlesque, sensational drag and the glamorous Miss Paige from Montreal. Wednesday, May 18 at 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, May 19
Stroll Walking Tours has their Black Presence in Berlin tour this Thursday, May 19 from 5:30–7 p.m.
BeccaHosts has “The 80s” Music Bingo at Descendants starting at 8 p.m.
The Underdog Dance Corp. hosts Salsa in the Square in Uptown Waterloo. They have a half-hour beginner dance lesson at 7 p.m. followed by dancing from 8–11 p.m. Free to the public, but donations are GREATLY appreciated!
Friday, May 20
The Crystal Method play Maxwell’s Concerts & Events this Friday, May 20. Doors open at 7:30 p.m.
Your KW Titans have two home playoff games at The Aud—Friday, May 20 and Saturday, May 21 at 7 p.m. versus the Sudbury 5.
Saturday, May 21
Learn how classic hip hop beats were made at Kitchener Public Library. Saturday, May 21 from 1–3 p.m. Using Sample Stitch, an interactive audio sequencer, they will examine the precise splices that these producers made when chopping up vinyl recordings.
Waterloo Public Library’s Eastside Amazing Race is on at 1 p.m. Race against other teams as you complete challenges at the Eastside Branch. Work with your team to solve clues and complete challenges at each leg of the journey. Complete the race for your chance to be entered in to win a family prize pack.
Bobby O’Brien's is hosting the 2022 Kitchener Blues Fest kickoff party this Saturday, May 21 at 6 p.m. with live music from Elliot and the Audio Kings and David Vest & the Willing Victims.
Visit all the murals in the West End of Downtown Kitchener with Stroll Walking Tours from 2:30–4 p.m.
The Yeti has DJ Roubie live at 7 p.m. with great food and drinks too.
Sunday, May 22
The Beer Pong league is back at Descendants Beer & Beverage at 3 p.m.
Monday, May 23
The Apollo Cinema has a screening of Everything Everywhere All At Once at 6:30 p.m.
Ways to support local.
KW Counselling Services is celebrating over 70 years of providing accessible counselling services to individuals, couples, and families in Waterloo Region. You can help them continue this work by participating in their Couch to 5K fundraiser from wherever you are! You can create a team, join a team, join as an individual, or donate here.
KidsAbility Superhero Challenge is a fun and accessible week-long challenge when our community comes together to raise awareness and funds by unleashing their superpowers. Get a team together and register today!
The Farwell4Hire fundraiser for Cystic Fibrosis research runs through the end of May. Check out the site for ways to donate and their awesome online auction.
What to read.
Beautifully Bespoke: Chef Lenore Johnson of Lenjo Bakes (Explore Waterloo Region)
WRDSB Introduces Black Artist-in-Residence Program, Antonio Michael Downing Becomes First Mentor (Community Edition)
Fast food fixture for sale in Waterloo (The Record)