What to do.

Tuesday, November 10

The environmental movement took off in the 1960s, but Canada was late to embrace it. In a lecture titled Late to the Table: Canada's Environmental Awakening and the Future of Conservation, Canada’s response to environmental issues, past and present, will be explored. This event will be held at RIM Park from 1:30 - 3:00pm and is $10 at the door. This lecture will be delivered by Dr. Rebecca Rooney, a professor of biology from the University of Waterloo.

40 startups. 400 attendees. One BIG celebration of Canadian innovation! The Accelerator Centre presents the Innovation Showcase. 12 to 4 pm at 300 Hagey Boulevard, Waterloo!

Spectrum has it's Queer Professional Social Mixer starting at 5:30 pm at TWB Brewing. It's free, but grab a ticket to let them know you're attending.

Kitchener Public Library has Terry Fallis: An End in Itself at 7 pm. Moderated by Mike Farwell.

Wednesday, November 11

Remembrance Day ceremonies are happening at:

• Waterloo Cenotaph at 10:30
• Kitchener Cenotaph at 10:20
• Galt Cenotaph, Queen’s Square in downtown Galt at 10:30
• Hespeler Cenotaph at 10:30
• Preston Cenotaph at 10:30

THEMUSEUM has FREE admission from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday evenings from November 11 through December 16, 2026. It’s licensed, too.

Also at THEMUSEUM, learn the art of making fresh orecchiette, paired with Odd Duck’s canned tomatoes in a simple, light tomato and pecorino sauce. It's a Aperitivo Wednesday Workshop from 6 to 9 pm. No professional experience required, just an appetite and, if you’re feeling brave, a willingness to get your hands dirty.

The Laurier Centre for the Study of Canada presents Art of War: Canadian Military Cartoons and Comics in the World Wars. During the world wars, cartooning offered soldiers opportunities to express dissent and criticism that both bolstered morale and avoided overt censorship. As primary sources, these sketches, drawings and comics allow historians to see how soldiers created unique subcultures based on shared stresses, grievances and inside jokes. In this presentation, Matthew Barrett features wartime cartoons and comics to show how they could poke fun at what was the most serious business of life and death consequences. This event starts at 7 pm in-person at the Laurier Centre for the Study of Canada, 232 King Street North, Waterloo and is also available on Zoom.

Foundry Tavern and Jesse Webber Music have One Hit Wonder Music Bingo starting at 7 pm.

TWB Brewing has its Euchre Night starting at 7 pm. $10 in advance/$12 day of. Individuals are welcome! Partners and tables rotate after each round.

Canada's favourite sportscaster Hazel Mae visits KPL to discuss her memoir Before I Let You Go with host Sijia Nelson. 7 pm.

Thursday, November 12

The Loud Library Reading Series is back at Whoopsie Daisy Drinks from 7 to 9 pm.

The Little Mushroom Dining Lounge has Tapas & Trivia (dinner at 6, trivia at 7pm sharp). Donations collected for CMHA Waterloo Wellington (Canadian Mental Health Association). No cover charge or minimum spend, donate what you can.

TWB Brewing has Darts Night at 7 pm. $10 in advance/$12 day of. Individuals are welcome. Partners rotate after each round.

The Kitchener Waterloo Art Gallery presents Feast for the Senses at 7 pm. This special evening at KWAG features Indigenous chef, educator, and FoodZen founder Destiny Moser—who creates a decadent, tapas-style tasting menu inspired by the Gallery's exhibitions. Courses are paired with specialized wine, cocktail, or beverage selections curated by guest sommelier Rebecca Pettigrew--a Toronto-based wine professional, educator, and Beverage Director with over 15 years of experience.

Discover the unique shops and eateries of the Village of St. Jacobs during Village Sparkles. Each weekend features holiday festivities and entertainment for the whole family. We hear Santa might make a couple of early stops on Sunday mornings.

The Walper Hotel is celebrating 133 years of hospitality in Downtown Kitchener with a scotch and dinner experience unlike anything you’ve seen before. Hosted by whisky expert Simon Hooper, this special experience invites you to explore the character, craftsmanship and stories behind each pour. 

BeccaHosts has Good Question music bingo at The Rabbid Fox starting at 8 pm.

Friday, November 13

Social House has 90s Paint & Trivia Night at TWB Brewing Co-Op from 7 to 9:30 pm. Paint your own 90s-inspired makeup or travel bag while testing your knowledge for awesome prizes. This event is strictly 19+, so bring your A-game and your love for nostalgia!

Frederick Lanes Bowling has Punk Rock Bowling with Blue Freezie and Suplex. Doors at 9, music at 10.

Join Social House for 90s Paint & Trivia at TWB Brewing. It's a night packed with 90s-themed trivia and creative painting fun. Paint your own 90s-inspired makeup look or travel bag while testing your knowledge for awesome prizes. This event is strictly 19+, so bring your A-game and your love for nostalgia!

From acoustic pop covers to indie-folk originals, Chandler Berardi has something for everyone in her show. Catch her live at Stockyards Brewing from 6:30 to 9:30 pm. 

Calgary’s own Marc Hallworth is coming to Kitchener for two nights on the Rusty Nail Comedy stage at TWH Social. Known for awesome sets on SiriusXM and at Just For Laughts, the Jersey City Comedy Festival, NXNE, and more, Hallworth has been making audiences buckle over in laughter with his improv-style comedy.  

Farm League Brewing has Jordan Kalist live at 7 pm.

Saturday, November 14

Willibald's Holiday Market is this Saturday from 11 am to 4 pm. Like you need a reason to go the farm.

There are never enough holiday markets! Check out the Snowflake Bazaar at the Breithaupt Centre from 9:30 to 2:30 pm.

The JR is hosting the Punk Cover Fundraiser for the Canadian Cancer Society at The Union. Four local bands take on the music of New Found Glory, Alkaline Trio, Blink-182 and Green Day’s Nimrod, with all proceeds benefiting the Canadian Cancer Society.

Pinch Cabaret is KW's variety show, performance lab & community arts party! The 54th edition of this legendary series features a surprising mix of Psychic Performance, Slacklining, Queer Line Dancing, Improv Comedy, Storytelling, Zines and who knows what else!!! Sat Nov 14 - 8pm | Button Factory Arts - 25 Regina St, Waterloo | Sliding scale tix $5-$30

The UW Ballroom Club is hosting its second annual ballroom competition on Saturday November 14. There's nothing quite like seeing a live dance performance and even better, it's free to attend. and it's free to attend! If you dance ballroom (standard or Latin), you can register and come compete too.

TriCity Improv is back again – performing at the beautiful and historic Albion in downtown Guelph! Tickets are just $10 at the door, but to ensure you get a spot you can book ahead of time on EventBrite. Grab some friends and come on out for a night of spontaneous, fast-paced comedy!

Join a knowledgeable Artist Guide for an insightful, in-depth tour of the Fall Cycle of exhibitions at the Kitchener Waterloo Art Gallery. The fall exhbits are Boring Earth: spontaneous gift, Rosalie Favell: Belonging (1982-2024), and Patricia Deadman: Along the Grand.

Mandy & Chris are playing live at The Rabbid Fox starting at 7:30 pm.

Sunday, November 15

Mandippal is playing the Boathouse starting at 3 pm!

The Duke of Wellington has Anat live starting at 3:30 pm.

There aren’t many surprises in life, that’s why the folks at Good Co. Productions put on their secret shows. Attendees don’t find out the location until the day of the concert, and don’t find out the act until they arrive. It’s a great way to bring a little fun into your night out on the town.  

The Princess Cinema has Twilight - Interactive! at 9:30 pm. Dress up as your favourite Twilight character. “Say it. Out loud. Say it!” Ask for the Sparkling Vampire Combo! Includes a Willibald Purple Seltzer and a Large Popcorn. This gulten-free, low sugar vodka seltzer is flavourited with all-natural white and concord grapes.

Monday, November 16

MT Space has TELL! | Open Mic & Potluck at First United Church in Waterloo. Join then for a special short film screening by local filmmaker Alvin Witcher, followed by an open mic for artists and community potluck.

Ways to get involved.

MT Space is launching a Giving Tuesday campaign in order to establish an endowment to ensure the longevity of the Majdi Bou-Matar Bursary. MT Space Artistic Director Pam Patel will be remounting a rare performance of The Art of Getting Married. It's performance of her solo show she hasn’t done in over a decade. Through multidisciplinary storytelling, this semi-autobiographical piece shares the challenges of navigating an interracial relationship while honouring a traditional upbringing and cultural familial obligations.The one-night only performance is also being paired with a buffet dinner catered by Tamasha | Bar + Indian Grill.

What to read.

RIM Job – Blackberry Tales – The Story of Sumit B (Fraser Pollock)

Rainbow Reels Returns (Katarina Wex, Community Edition)

M4LL PH0T0 Offers a Human-Generated Hit of Nostalgia (Alex Kinsella, Community Edition)

Skip the meat this winter with these tips from local chefs (Jasmine Mangalaseril, CBC)

Ontario doctors demand apology from province for letters flagging high number of days worked, patients seen (Arrthy Thayaparan, CBC)