Rusty Nail ComedyFest takes over KW!
TL;WR for September 12 through September 18 2023
What to do.
Tuesday, September 12
How do we restore and build trust in science and technology? Hear from Nobel Laureate Donna Strickland and a panel including Canada Research Chair Ashley Mehlenbacher, and University of Waterloo's Dean of Engineering Mary Wells. This free community lecture is presented in partnership with CBC Kitchener Waterloo and will be moderated by Craig Norris. Limited in-person seats and livestream tickets are still available.
Kitchener Public Library presents 85 Queen: An Evening with Emma Donoghue, moderated by Janet Somerville, author and book reviewer for the Toronto Star. Learned by Heart is a heartbreakingly gorgeous novel based on the true story of two girls who fall secretly, deeply and dangerously in love at boarding school in nineteenth century York, from the bestselling author of Room and The Wonder.
Wednesday, September 13
The Apollo has a screening of To Live and Die in L.A. – A Tribute to William Friedkin at 8:45 p.m.
Thursday, September 14
The University of Waterloo Art Gallery has an artist reception for José Luis Torres, Sharl G. Smith, and Natalie Hunter at from 5 to 8 p.m.
Death from Above 1979 play Maxwell’s starting at 7:30 p.m.
The Rabbid Fox has Hair Bands Music Bingo at 8 p.m.
Rusty Nail ComedyFest '23 kicks off at the Crazy Canuck with Big Norm, Max Sheldrick, Mo Sitta, and more starting at 7:30 p.m. On the other side of town, check out Shannon Laverty at the Lancaster Smoke House, also starting at 7:30 p.m.
Friday, September 15
Melbourne-based sister duo Charm of Finches bring their intricate indie-folk to Emmanuel United Church at 7 p.m.
Joni NehRita returns to The Jazz Room with Dave Gouveia on percussion and Abu Ghouri and Abena Peprah on backing vocals. Show starts at 8 p.m.
Rusty Nail ComedyFest '23 continues with two shows to choose from. In Kitchener, check out Shannon Laverty and Andrew Barr at The Crazy Canuck DTK at 7:30 p.m. In Waterloo, you can see Arthur Simeon, Jason Allen, and Keesha Brownie at the KW Little Theatre 7:30 p.m.
The Foundry Tavern has Darryl Romphf live at 7 p.m. in the Gaslight District.
The Yeti and Friends Art Market is back from 7 to 11 p.m.
The 10th Anniversary Blocktoberfest Bash is back with two nights of music, beer, and festivities in St. Jacobs. On Friday, Sept. 15, check out Conexión Latina and on Saturday, Sept. 16, hear Twin City Alpine Echo and DJ Palmer on the 1's and 2's.
Saturday, September 16
For the first time since 2019, Doors Open Waterloo Region returns for in-person tours of 20 unique sites. This year, you can see inside the Detweiler Meetinghouse and Roseville Cemetery in Ayr, the Idea Exchange (Old Post Office) in Cambridge, the Waterloo Central Railway Restoration and Maintenance Facility, and more.
The Kitchener Market Fall Fair is back on Saturday, Sept. 16 from 7 to 3 p.m. Your regular favourites will be there, plus more than 20 local artisan vendors, carnival games, a magic show, live music, and more.
The Kitchener Westmount Rotary Club is hosting a garage sale and bottle drive. Come and check out their great selection of items and please bring any alcohol cans or bottles to donate. This is a great opportunity to support Rotary in our community.
Get ready to go medieval at the 26th annual Royal Medieval Faire in Waterloo Park. Transport yourself to the past with swordplay, games, vendors, music, dancing, food and drink, and more!
Hearts Open for Everyone presents the first-ever Multicultural Festival of Elmira on September 16. Enjoy a day of eclectic live performances, vendors, kids’ entertainment, and food trucks. You’ll experience a Turkish musical performance by the always amazing Juneyt, Mexican dancing from Camexicanus, and an opening ceremony from Crow Shield Lodge.
It’s a triple bill at Emmanuel United Church with Shawna Caspi, Claire Coupland, and Sarah Hiltz live on stage starting at 7 p.m.
Lost in Japan, Living Room for Small and some very special guests play The Hub starting at 7 p.m., followed by the Up All Night Kitchener: One Direction Dance Party at 10 p.m.
Closing night of the Rusty Nail ComedyFest ‘23 has Darrin Rose at the KW Little Theatre and Chris Robinson at the Crazy Canuck DTK.
Sunday, September 17
Help protect and conserve land in Waterloo Region and Wellington County at the rare Trail Party at the rare Conservation Area. There’s something for everyone, whether you run, walk, or roll! Take on a 3.5 km walk, a 4.5 km adventurous walk with views of breathtaking cliffs, or challenge yourself with the 5 km fun run. BBQ and live music are included in the race registration cost. Every $2 raised protects one square metre of environmentally sensitive land today and for future generations.
If you’re constantly searching for gluten-free goodness, the Gluten Free Fest is for you! Discover the latest and greatest gluten-free products from local, regional, and Canadian vendors. Sunday, Sept. 17, 2023, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at Bingemans Conference Centre.
Monday, September 18
We’ll always have Paris (Ontario). The Princess has a special screening of Casablanca, the first movie they ever showed 38 years ago!
Ways to get involved.
Food4Kids Waterloo Region is having an Open House on Thursday, Sept. 14 from 11 to 5 p.m. Learn how the Ontario Trillium Foundation and their community supporters have helped their mission and made an impact for kids in Waterloo Region. Don’t miss this opportunity to visit their facility and learn more about their programs that support children living with severe food insecurity and how they are growing to meet the need.
What to read.
‘Lost generation’ of home buyers shut out of market (Joel Rubinoff in The Record)
Try the tasty pad Thai and more at divine family restaurant in Guelph (Andrew Coppolino in The Record)