What to do.
Tuesday, April 13
Watershed Writers has Novelist Tasneem Jamal in conversation with Tanis MacDonald about her inter generational story of an Asian family uprooted in Uganda’s ethnic cleansing by Idi Amin who find a home in Kitchener. Tuesday, April 13 at 6 p.m.. Live stream on CKWR.
Idea Exchange invites you to join wildlife photographer and journalist Paul Gains as he shares his experiences of photographing wildlife in Waterloo Region. Tuesday, April 13 at 7 p.m.
The Waterloo Region Museum has their Women's History in the Making talk on April 13 featuring Amy Smoke who will talk about their experiences of land reclamation in urban spaces and the Land Back Movement across Turtle Island.
Wednesday, April 14
The City of Kitchener has a Erick Traplin Virtual Spring Break Performance at 10 a.m. Could be for the kids. Could be for you if you just need a break. No judgement.
Stress is an inevitable part of life. What if, instead of trying to avoid stress, we find more efficient ways to navigate it? Join your Waterloo Public Library for Stress and our Nervous System with Lindsay Gulanes to explore the ways our nervous system metabolizes stress, integrates survival information, and why connection is so important for thriving. Wednesday, April 14 at 7 p.m.
Thursday, April 15
Learn how to make pineapple upside down cake and chocolate zucchini muffins with Chef Nicole and the City of Kitchener at 10 a.m.
The always amazing Glodeane Brown hosts Celebrating Black Voices in Poetry with your Kitchener Public Library. Thursday, April 15 at 7 p.m.
Over at Idea Exchange, hear from author and biologist Alexandra Morton who will be talking about her book newest book Not on My Watch: How a renegade whale biologist took on governments and industry to save wild salmon. This book focuses on Alexandra’s thirty-year fight to save British Columbia’s wild salmon. Live Q and A to follow the talk. Thursday, April 15 at 7 p.m.
Friday, April 16
We’re not sure what’s happening with actual school, but Tequila School is still in session this Friday, April 16. Taco Farm and Proximo Spirits present a sampling of 1800 Tequila, plus three other tequilas, a 3oz of Sangrita Chaser, and a bag of their famous tortilla chips.
Saturday, April 17
The Culinary Studio is celebrating 10 years in business on Saturday, April 17! Join them for a cooking class that focuses on all of their favourite fancy foods and wine. Make the feast of your dreams in your own kitchen with this substantial appetizer-as-meal style menu! They are paring these food with an amazing Pinot Gris from 2027 Cellars. Saturday, April 17 at 5 p.m. Ticket + Ingredients + Bottle of Wine: $145 (Serves 2-4).
Sunday, April 18
Back online with Idea Exchange, catch a live perfomance from The Kitchener-Waterloo Guitar Orchestra. They are an amateur community guitar ensemble based in Waterloo Region, led by their Music Director, Mariette Stephenson. Their virtual April concert will feature music from The Carnival of the Animals by Camille Saint-Saëns and new music by local composer Shuborno Biswas. Sunday, April 18 at 2 p.m.
Monday, April 19
From Disney and Pixar, to DreamWorks and Studio Ghibli, put your animated film trivia knowledge to the test with BeccaHosts at 8 p.m.
Your Waterloo Public Library has 50’s music trivia on at 7:30 p.m.
Ways to support local.
Coming up on May 14, 2021, join KW Habilitation an interactive tasting and cocktail-making session from the comfort of your home. You'll receive a personalized tequila sample box and they’ll talk tequila, trivia, and cocktails as they raise money in support of KW Habilitation's 50th anniversary.
Have you tried takeout from Little Mushroom Dining Lounge in Cambridge yet?
The YMCA of Three Rivers is one of the largest charities in our community and they are looking for new Board members. If you're looking to volunteer on a Board and have experience in EDI & anti-racism work, health & wellness, real estate development, finance, affordable housing, user-experience innovation, or org development & culture, consider applying here https://www.thisisy.ca/board2021.
What’s your superpower? Soar high, stay safe and participate at your own pace in the KidsAbility Superhero Challenge June 7-13. Join forces (virtually) with others in this fun, friendly and inclusive community challenge. You choose your how to participate to raise funds to support children and youth served by KidsAbility. Register your superpower abilities at www.kidsabilitysuperherochallenge.com or donate to help kids achieve great things at home, at school and in the community!
Check out this video from Kitchener Waterloo Art Gallery’s Our Director of Public Programs, Stephen Lavigne, as he introduces Expressions 46: Through a New Lens.
Expressions 46: Through a New Lens is supported by the Waterloo Region District School Board and the Waterloo Catholic District School Board with Premier Exhibitions Sponsor, Sun Life Financial.
Grand Surf Lounge is back open for curbside takeout!
Seeds & Acorns is a local woodcrafter that makes everything from charcuterie boards to motorized standing height live edge desks. What makes them different? All profit are donated to the Canadian Red Cross to support global COVID efforts. Now that we’re locked down, maybe it’s time to upgrade your home office.
Friend of the newsletter Angela Myers has an awesome 100% beeswax candle company - Enchanted Hexes.
Over on Twitter, we asked for some of your favourite local businesses - here’s what we got!
Paddy suggested Kultrun Market in St. Jacobs
Jenny B suggested @VincenzosTweet, @giftedwaterloo, @Devitthouse, and @CharmedFlowersW, Queen of Hearts Tea Room, Fat Sparrow Group, and Q’s Cakes.
Parnaa wants you to check out Ennio’s, Magic Pizza, Koh I Noor, @271West, @EllisonsBistro, @matter_of_taste, @selectsportskw, @KWPublic, and @CucciCabello.
Tamara L gave some Cambridge suggestions like The Witty & Co and @MonigramCoffee.
Mike M’s neighbourhood favourites are @twbcoop, @shortfingerbeer @StrykerZKitchen, @woodenboatfood, @thriftonkent, and @norrisbakery.
From the heart of midtown, Mike P’s suggestions are @giftedwaterloo, @BooksWordsWorth, @ArabellaParkBar, Yes! Market, @CentralFresh, Winnie's Gluten Free Bakery, and Empress of India.
What to read.
Savour the scrumptious tastes of Colombia at family-run food business in Kitchener (Waterloo Chronicle)
WHAT’S GOING ON HERE?: ‘Respect the Slurp’ in Waterloo (Waterloo Chronicle)
reebee And The Food Bank Of Waterloo Region team up to raise awareness of food insecurity (Communitech News)
Tyson May opens The Good Dog Co. (Community Edition)
Q+A: Chris Albinson brings the world to Waterloo Region (Communitech News)
The first issue of insideWaterloo is out!