These events are fire. No cap.
TL;WR for March 28 through April 3 2022
What to do.
Tuesday, March 28
Drop in for an a relaxing mediation class at Kitchener Public Library starting at 6:45 p.m. Learn how to transform your mind from negative to positive with the practice of meditation with Buddhist nun, Gen Kelsang Kunden.
House of Friendship and WPL present Addressing the Root Causes of Homelessness through ShelterCare. The root causes of homelessness in our community are complex and not fully visible. What we see in our community is just the tip of the iceberg. Come learn how ShelterCare can help people experiencing homelessness become healthier, find permanent housing, and end the cycle of homelessness for good.
Are you a not-for-profit organization serving racialized communities looking to enhance your grant writing application skills? Grant Writing Workshop for Racialized Communities at KPL is a two-part a grant-writing workshop tailored for racialized groups serving racialized communities that teaches the essentials for writing a successful municipal, provincial, and federal grant application. Tuesday, Mar. 28 and Tuesday, Apr. 4.
Come out to view the winning photographs of the KPL 17th Annual Amateur Photography Contest Awards Ceremony at the KPL central branch. 7–8:30 p.m.
The Apollo has a screening of Cocaine Bear at 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, March 29
Check out the stars with Paul and the KPL Forest Heights team for Telescope Time: Our Celestial Neighbours on Wednesday, Mar. 29 at 7 p.m. There’s a wait-list for the talk, but everyone is invited to hang out with local amateur astronomers who are bringing out their telescopes to help you discover the beauty of our galaxy. Weather permitting, Mars, Venus, and the Moon should be visible.
Learn how to record hip hop background vocals at KPL’s Learn How to Record Hip Hop Background Vocals workshop on Wednesday, Mar. 29 at 6:30 p.m. Attendees will learn the fundamentals of how to record background vocal performances for hip hop music.
TWB Brewing Co-Op has Eric Moon x Cinched Events in the brewery for Together We're Glitter Drag Karaoke Hosted by Melody Bijou at 7 p.m.
Thursday, March 30
Puppies & Pilates is a body engaging 45-minute Pilates class where guests will be joined by some furry four-legged friends! Suitable for all ages and beginners. Thursday, Mar. 30 at 6 p.m.
Chef Eduardo Perez has a Mexican cooking class at the Kitchener Market from 6–8 p.m. Learn to make red rice, chicken tinga, and other amazing Mexican dishes.
The students of Conestoga College's PR program invite you to Mug it Up!, a mug-painting class at Crock-A-Doodle in Waterloo. All proceeds will go to the Business and Education Partnership of Waterloo Region which will be put towards the Youth Creativity Fund.
Celebrate Trans Day of Visibility with a Trivia Night at WPL. This program is presented in partnership with SPECTRUM. Thursday, Mar. 30 at 8 p.m., virtual.
Maxwell’s added a second show for Dwayne Gretzky, this Thursday, Mar. 30 at 7:30 p.m.
BeccaHosts has 90’s Trivia at Play-a-Latte Cafe starting at 7 p.m.
Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery’s Culture Talks brings you Lisa Rapoport, a founding partner of PLANT Architect Inc. and is widely known for her strong conceptual vision and rigorous approach to the practice of architecture and urban design, and for her work in exploring the relationship between architecture, landscape, and the public realm. Thursday, Mar. 30 at 6:30 p.m. at The Walper.
DTK Live at THEMUSEUM brings you softcult with very special guests Pony starting at 7 p.m.
Friday, March 31
Andrei Feher leads the Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony in Troupe Vertigo, a circus-meets-orchestra performance. The modern circus company Troupe Vertigo will amaze the audience with their artistry and acrobatics alongside masterpieces of the symphonic repertoire such as Prokofiev’s Cinderella and Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake. Friday, Mar. 31 and Saturday, Apr. 2 at Centre in the Square.
Saturday, April 1
Grab your glow sticks for the KWFamous x Short Finger Brewing Co. GLOW Warehouse Party. Vibe with them on Saturday Apr. 1 for a glow-in-the-dark warehouse party at Short Finger Brewing Co.
If you’ve got some little ravers, bring them early for the KW Famous Baby Rave from 6:30–8 p.m.
TWB Brewing Co-Op has Road to Ragnarok: Dungeons & Dragons from 1-5 p.m.
Rusty Nail Comedy has headliner Juliana Rodrigues at The Crazy Canuck DTK starting at 6:30 p.m.
Sunday, April 2
Spiritus Ensemble presents Light and Joy - a Concert for Spring at St John the Evangelist Anglican Church in Kitchener. Sunday, Apr. 2 at 3 p.m.
KPL has a free screening of Enchanted at 1:30 p.m.
The Apollo has a Klassic Kidz screening of the Big Bird epic Follow That Bird at 2p.m.
The Princess Original has a screening Thirty-two Short Films About Glenn Gould at 5:30 p.m.
Monday, April 3
Do you have family photographs or objects that you want to share or save digitally? Not sure where to start? KPL has you covered with Show Me How To Digitize! at 9:30 a.m.
Join Robyn Hobbs, owner of Le Prix, for Sustainable Fashion where you will learn about how to build a sustainable wardrobe and what to do with clothing that can’t be reused. Monday, Apr. 3 at 7 p.m.
Ways to get involved.
Porchlight Counselling and Addictions Services is getting ready to host the 1st Annual Cambridge Moves for Mental Health fundraiser in support of their amazing work. Registration is now open and they are looking for our friends, family, and neighbours to come together and come out to destigmatize mental health in Downtown Galt on April 29. There will be music and lunch provided for anyone who participates. Learn more and register today!
Come out to Maxwell's on April 5 for Browns Battle of the Bands. It’s a fun night that combines live music and friendly competition with community involvement. The event runs from 7-11 p.m. and features performances from local artists and bands. Attendees will be able to contribute to the Waterloo region's youth development program by taking part in a fun night of music with all proceeds going to the Business & Education Partnership of Waterloo Region.
What to read.
MôR delivers warm hospitality and a cool vibe (Alex Bielak in The Record…Alex has a talk coming up at Waterloo Public Library on Apr. 11 too)
First pandemic of social media age a communications failure (Terry Pender in The Record)
Childhood memories are sweet, but we can't get lost in them (Anam Latif in Anam’s Substack)