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TL;WR for January 14 through January 20 2024

Jan 13, 2025

"Everybody's playin' through something here. Ya gotta play through it. Ya gotta battle." - Shoresy. (Let’s Go Rangers!)

What to do.

Tuesday, January 14

Brisqette Counselling presents a private screening of the documentary The M Factor at the Princess Cinema. The (M) Factor: Shredding the Silence on Menopause filmexplores the hidden impact of menopause on women's lives. Menopause has ramifications beyond just an individual woman’s well-being. The far-ranging results of women enduring untreated menopause include billions of dollars in lost wages, upended careers, family disruptions, and emotional chaos.

Winter is coming! Third Age Learning Kitchener-Waterloo presents North of 60: A Window into the Canadian Arctic. Wilfrid Laurier University professor of global studies Alex Latta reveals the systemic shift in Arctic preservation and governance, as Indigenous leaders seek jurisdiction over lands that were defined and controlled by colonist-led governments. The eight-part Zoom series price is $60. Learn more at TAL-KW.ca.

Are you a startup founder or thinking of becoming one? Check out Startup Drinks KW at Arabella Park Beer Bar from 6:30 to 9:30 pm. Tickets are $12 and include your first beverage.

Wednesday, January 15

Join the Laurier Centre for the Study of Canada (232 King St N) to hear Jordan Kinder launch his new book, Petroturfing, on how the pro-oil movement leveraged social to spark the oil cultural wars in Canada. The event begins at 7:00pm. If you’d prefer to watch on Zoom, please register here.

It’s hip hop night at Skate Night, Date Night in Uptown Waterloo. DJ King Kadeem is spinning the hottest hip hop beats (which all come from the 90s. Sorry gen alpha, it’s true) from 6 to 8 pm.

Rusty Nail Comedy has its Old School PRO AM night at TWH Social starting at 7:30 pm.

Thursday, January 16

The Data Peer 2 Peer group meets at the Communitech Hub at 8 am with guest speaker Allie Grassie discussing data, the personal side of data, how to keep it safe and how to gain value from it.

Make a run for the St. Jacobs Farmers Market for the St Jacobs Market Food Tour with Stroll Walking Tour from 9:30 to 11:30 am.

MT Space invites you to get a sneak peek at its amazing new theatre pieces in the works! The Works-In-Progress Mini Festival features four shows at the Registry Theatre in various stages of development. From script readings to workshop performances, be part of the development of these works in progress.

Grab your dictionary and check out Game On! Scrabble at KPL Forest Heights Library at 6:30 pm.

Willow River Centre and Waterloo Public Library have an Indigenous Reading Circle at 7 pm at the main branch.

Tapas & Trivia is happening the Little Mushroom Dining Lounge. Trivia starts at 7pm sharp. Prizes to be won! All in support of Domestic Violence Victim's Alliance (DVVA) Limited space (only 8 teams of up to 4 people) so book your table ahead.

“The Prince of Groove” Xavier Solis plays the Jazz Room at 8 pm.

TWB Brewing has Lavender Fizz - A 2SLGBTQIA+, Women & Non-binary Comedy Open Mic hosted by local stand-up comic Sarah Thompson! No tickets, please pay what you can to support Lavender Fizz.

Friday, January 17

Your Kitchener Rangers take on the Flint Firebirds at the Aud at 7 pm.

In Your Walls plays Schooner Street Brewery starting at 7 pm with food from Casa de Sabor.

Bryan O'Gorman headlines Rusty Nail Comedy at TWH Social starting at 7:30 pm.

The Jazz Room has Red Hot Ramble at 8 pm.

TWB Brewing has a Euchre Tournament. $18/pair - ticket includes two 12 oz beers or non-alc beverages. 6 to 9 pm.

Saturday, January 18

Support one of your local book stores as it makes repairs after a fire. Check out the Old Goat Books pop-up at the Princess Cinema from 12 to 6 pm.

Learn how to produce basic drum rhythms at the Heffner Studio at KPL’s Central Branch starting at 3 pm.

Kitchener Public Library presents an evening with New York Times bestselling author Lisa Genova on January 18. Genova’s latest novel, More or Less Maddy, is the story of a young woman diagnosed with bipolar disorder who rejects the stability and approval found in a traditionally “normal” life for a career in stand-up comedy.

WHAT’S IN THE BOX?!?!?!?! The Princess Cinema has a screening of Se7en for its 30th anniversary at 9:30 pm. 30 years? I was 19 when I saw this movie at the cinema at the Governor’s Square Mall in Tallahassee? How is that even possible?

Rusty Nail Comedy has Bryan O'Gorman headlining their first-ever show at The Falls Road Pub on Victoria St.

The Mixtape plays the Malt & Barley starting at 8 pm.

Sunday, January 19

If you’re a woman or non-binary writer living in Waterloo Region with the goal of publishing more creative work in 2025, join Kelly Pedro for the Women Who Submit: Waterloo Region chapter launch from 1-3 pm (drop in) at the Visitor Information Centre, 10 Father David Bauer Drive in Waterloo. They’ll share resources to help you find the best literary fit for your work! Meetings are always free and open to all.

KPL has a free screening of Trolls World Tour at the Central Branch at 1:30 pm.

Your KW Titans take on they’re rivals the London Knights on Sunday, Jan. 19 at 2 pm.

Wave Maker Craft Brewery has its New Year's Fun Run starting at 3 pm.

Direct from CTV’s “Roast Battles Canada” to Kitchener, you catch comedian Keith Pedro live at The Hub in Kitchener on January 19. Keith has performed at Massey Hall, and the Just for Laughs festival, and he’s bringing his quick-witted improvisational skills to town for a laugh-out-loud evening of comedy.

Amplify KW’s debut show features an entirely queer crew of local performers playing their own music and collaborating together. Each solo performance is interspaced with collaborative work, showcasing the diverse talent of the performers and keeping the audience on the edge of their seats. This concert features The Neighbourhood Hotties, Noisy Jacee, and Anat Hector. 1 to 4 pm at the KW Little Theatre.

Monday, January 20

The Princess Twin has an encore screening of Rock This Town at 7 pm. Rock This Town brings to life the exciting history of rock music concerts in KW from the 1960s & ‘70s. An insider’s look into the gritty reality of building the local live music scene. A 70-minute documentary featuring interviews with music business pros plus performances by today’s musicians. Rock stars come and go but live music is here to stay!

Turn Blue Monday into the Best Monday Ever on January 20, 2025, with the Battle of the Bands – Tech Edition at Maxwell’s Concerts and Events! Six bands made of local tech leaders will light up the stage in support of CMHA Waterloo Wellington. Tickets are just $25, making them the perfect holiday gift and a great way to kick off your company’s 2025 social calendar. Don’t miss this chance to flip the script on Blue Monday, connect as a community, and rock out for mental health!

Ways to get involved.

It’s that time of year again! Students in grades 4, 5 and 6 are invited to answer the question “What does home mean to you?” in our annual Meaning of Home writing contest. Until February 21, 2025, every student who enters a poem or essay will help Habitat for Humanity Waterloo Region build safe and affordable homes.

Founded in 2007 by Sagen, the Meaning of Home contest has raised over $2.7 million while encouraging thousands of students to become more active and compassionate citizens. Last year, close to 15,000 entries raised $327,000, helping families across Canada build a brighter future through affordable homeownership.

Teachers or parents who are interested in having their grade 4, 5 or 6 students participate can access an educational module at meaningofhome.ca that includes writing tips and information on affordable housing issues in Canada. Entries can be submitted via mail or online. Winners will be announced by June 2025.

The annual KidsAbility Plasma Car Races is one of the most anticipated events of the year! Mark your calendars for Wednesday, March 5, 2025 @Catalyst 137 from 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. This is your chance to rev up your engines and race to the finish line in our plasma car showdown! Only 30 team placements are available, and you don’t want to be left in the dust! All proceeds go to KidsAbility, making your participation even more impactful.