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TL;WR for November 21 through November 27 2023
What to do.
Tuesday, November 21
The Kitchener Music Office x Farm League Brewing present the The Fall ‘23 Musician Development Forum at The Registry Theatre at 7 p.m. Learn how to move your music career forward with advice from industry professionals!
Have you always wanted a tattoo, but just want to try out some designs that can be easily removed? Check out KPL’s Teen Digital Art: Temporary Tattoos on Tuesday, Nov. 21 at 6:30 p.m.
Fever Dream Comedy’s Girl Night is taking over the Crazy Canuck DTK at 8 p.m.
Wednesday, November 22
The KW Famous Holiday Pop-Up Shoppe is back for its second festive year. The grand opening is Wednesday, Nov. 22 at 10 a.m. at its new spot in Kitchener City Hall. The shoppe is open from Nov. 22 - Dec. 30 from 10 to 8 p.m. With nearly 150 vendors in an even bigger space, it's a winter wonderland of supporting our local artisans and makers.
KPL has a free screening of Berserk (1967) staring Joan Crawford at 7 p.m.
MODO-LIVE & Programme Present Fionn with Jazz Cabbage and No More Time live at The Hub at 7 p.m.
Join Green Drinks Kitchener Waterloo Cambridge for Green Drinks, a fun and casual gathering where like-minded people come together to enjoy drinks, networking and conversation. Graffiti Market at 7 p.m.
Thursday, November 23
Register for the livestream of KPL’s One Book One Community with Tanya Talaga at 7 p.m. Sold out in person.
Unleash your creativity and make clay ornaments or coasters that you can keep for yourself or gift to someone special at TWB’s Crafts On Tap: Play with Clay at 7 p.m.
Centre In The Square has a great lineup of entertainment scheduled for November, including Classic Albums Live performance of the Beetle’s eighth studio album—Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band.
Joe McLeod & Joey O'Neil play live at Emmanuel United Church at 7 p.m.
Join the Midtown Radio crew at the Jazz Room for a Midtown Radio Music Showcase featuring local artists Jones + The Jackpines and Clarissa Diokno.
BeccaHosts Entertainment has 2000s Music Bingo at 8 p.m. at The Rabbid Fox.
Friday, November 24
Back at The Hub, MODO-LIVE & Programme present Boston Levi with Flowers For Daniel at 7 p.m.
Bring your family to Cambridge City Hall for Phil Kline’s Unsilent Night. It’s a modern twist on carolling with 30 light installations illuminating the route.
It may be Black Friday south of the border, but in Kitchener, it’s all red and blue as the Kitchener Rangers take on the Owen Sound Attack.
Inspired by the support her son received from KidsAbility, Nicole Guse created The Sounds of Christmas, a multi-generational musical variety show that has raised more than $180,000 over the last ten years. The production features traditional, country, and gospel versions of all your favourite Christmas classics.
Love That Remains by Emily Schroth is now showing at the Minds Eye Studio Gallery in Kitchener. Curated by @culturefancier, this collection of semi-realistic, vibrant acrylic paintings and prints is a nostalgic trip down memory lane. Artist reception on Friday, Nov. 24 at 7:30 p.m.
Head to the Gaslight District every weekend from Nov. 24 - Dec. 17 as the District Square comes alive with the spirit of the season at the Gaslight District Christmas Market! Santa will be visiting us every Saturday and Sunday of this event between the hours of 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.
The Just Ideas Songwriting Workshop from the Kitchener Music Office x Farm League Brewing is happening at the Registry Theatre at 7 p.m. Acclaimed hip hop songwriter/producer K. Forest shares his collaboration with Travis Scott, production work and techniques for songwriting.
BeccaHosts Entertainment and Rural Roots presents 80s Night Music Bingo at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, November 25
Get in the holiday spirit and support small businesses in your community at the Belmont Village Holiday Market. Discover awesome local gifts, check off your stocking stuffer and Secret Santa gifts! There’ll be holiday music, treats, and more.
IAM Kitchener presents A Very Merry Indigenous Art Market where you can shop from more than 70 local Indigenous creators. Bring your reusable bags, multiple forms of payment, masks and holiday spirit!
Take a drive to Ayr for the Willibald Winter Market at the Willibald Farm. Explore their amazing lineup of vendors and treat yourself to a delicious craft cocktail at their restaurant.
Meet Recording Artist @jpsungamusic on Nov. 25 at the Movember KW Kids Event from 10 a.m. - moon at The Court at Laurelwood!
KPL’s Cosmic Sci-Fi Festival is coming to the Central Branch on Saturday, Nov. 25 from 10 to 3 p.m. They'll have crafts, activities, and trivia while you wait for a chance to pose with your favourite sci-fi characters. Plus, there’s a free screening of Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope at 1 p.m.
The University of Waterloo Art Gallery has an Arts Open House on Saturday Nov. 25 in East Campus Hall (ECH). The Arts Open House is a day-long series of events presented in collaboration with the Faculty of Arts and the Department of Fine Arts.
Counterpoint Brewing and Peony & Saffron Photography present Pint & Pic. Get a headshot and a pint. 10 spots available when we sent this thing out.
Friday’s Rusty Nail show is already sold out, and the Saturday show with headliner Anna Gustafson is getting close. Get your tickets now!
Sunday, November 26
KPL has a free family screening of Ruby Gillman: Teenage Kraken at 1:30 p.m.
Monday, November 27
It’s never too early to start planning for your retirement—but do you know the ins and outs of TFSAs and RRSPs? Check out Each One Teach One: Financial Literacy - RRSP’s and TFSA’s to up your financial game. And no, bitcoin is not a retirement strategy.
Ways to get involved.
Outrun Hunger is an annual two week-long 3km, 5km or 10km virtual run/walk in support of The Food Bank of Waterloo Region. Registration fee is $10.00. All registration fees will be donated directly to The Food Bank of Waterloo Region. Any donations made in addition to the registration fee will be eligible for a tax receipt – every $1 you share will provide 2 meals. All registrants will be eligible to win prizes courtesy of your favourite local run shop, Runners' Choice Waterloo!
What to read.
Vintage Kitchener bowling alley bids adieu with fond memories, hugs (Joel Rubinoff in The Record)
’Tis the Season: Nine Can’t-miss Holiday Events in Waterloo Region (Ian Shantz in Explore Waterloo)
20+ festive holiday markets to attend near Waterloo Region (CuratedKW)