That weird week where we move from schnitzel to scares.

Your TL;WR for October 13 to October 19.

The Transylvania Club dancers were just one of the awesome groups putting a show in the annual Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest Thanksgiving Day Parade on Monday.

What to do.

Tuesday, October 13

The cold war was a time when superpowers had the world holding its breath. Responses from Western society to the cold war will be examined in the initial lecture from TAL-KW titled From Deference To Defiance: How The 60s Unraveled The Cold War Consensus at RIM Park from 1:30 - 3:00pm. $10 at the door.

Wednesday, October 14

Help shape an inclusive creative space in Waterloo Region. The Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery is hosting two community information-gathering sessions next week to help expand what accessibility looks like at the gallery. Come share your experiences and ideas!

In-person Luncheon Session (Lunch is provided!): Wednesday, October 14th | 11:30 am - 2:00 pm | Onsite at KWAG (101 Queen St N, Kitchener)
Online Morning Session: Saturday, October 17th | 10:30 am - 12:00 pm | Virtual via Zoom

So You Think You Can Tanz at Habsburg Haus is an event you cant miss! The friendly competition started out as a way to showcase each dance group from the local German Clubs and turned out to be the busiest night of the festival. Great food, music, and dancing!

The Hamilton Family Theatre in Cambridge has its production of Murder On The Orient Express running from October 14 to November 1.

The Yeti has the Ben Stager Band, Michael Antelope, and A Horse Named Friday on stage live at 8, doors at 7:30. $15 of PWYC.

Thursday, October 15

Professional wrestling returns to The Aud in Kitchener with NXT Live, presented by the WWE. See WWE NXT Superstars in person, including Tony D’Angelo, Lola Vice, Kendal Grey, Jaida Parker and Shiloh Hill.

Inter Arts Matrix is launching a new series of artist talks on October 15 at Fresh Ground Cafe: TIN CAN TALKS. For the first talk, traditional hand poke tattoo artist Kaluyahawi Jocelyn Antone will speak about Ukwehuwe markings, storytelling and meanings behind these cultural motifs and designs. Kaluyahawi is also available for flash tattoos at the Willow River Centre on the 15 and 16. Limited spots are available! Book yours now!

Product Management Waterloo has Codify your taste — design faster without losing it at 6 pm inside Builder's Club. It's a great event for designers, PMs, and founders already using AI to move faster who have noticed the work losing its edge.

Pinch Arts has a workshop exploring how to be a human person in front of other people! Taught by Emme Kay Kennedy, local stand-up comedian, events hostess, amd workshop facilitator, you'll take turns being performer and being audience, you'll take big swings at making people laugh, learn how to ask the audience questions, even how to do nothing on stage and still hold the room.

The Schneider Haus National Historic invites you to Bloody Berlin Walking Tour, a nighttime walk by lantern light through the back alleys and side streets of Downtown Kitchener. This guided tour takes you through the streets of Berlin, where you’ll uncover chilling stories of crime, murder, and mystery that have shaped the city over centuries.

Lots of trivia this week, including general knowledge trivia at Farm League Brewing hosted by Rell!

Kitchener Public Library has Chris Banks and Tanis MacDonald: Poetry of Survival and Joy at 7 pm. Books will be available to purchase onsite from Words Worth Books.

The Rabbid Fox has 2000s music bingo at 8 pm!

Friday, October 16

CJ Bishop headlines Rusty Nail Comedy at TWH Social at 7:30 pm.

BeccaHosts has trivia featuring music, sports, history, movies, geography and more at Rural Roots Brewing at 7:30 pm.

Stockyards Brewing has Chandler Berardi live on stage from 6:30 to 9:30 pm.

The Registry Theatre presents It Falls With The Rain at 7:30 pm. It Falls With The Rain, Dust and Soul Dance’s first full-length contemporary dance work, choreographed by Artistic Director Tara Butler, features five dancers and an original score by award winning composer Edgardo Moreno.

Not this Fifth Element.

The Jazz Room has Fifth Element on stage at 8 pm. The music of Fifth Element is rooted in The Great American Songbook, and this rich resource has allowed artists from all generations in the jazz genre to explore creative artistry both individually and collectively.

Head down to Wave Maker Craft Brewery as Emma hosts a night of karaoke! Sign up starts at 7:30. Reservations are encouraged by DM.

Saturday, October 17

The Frederick Art Walk is a walkable art tour and sale through the Central Frederick neighbourhood of Kitchener, Ontario. Each year, local artists come together to offer their art for sale as a community and welcome people into this unique neighbourhood. October 17 and 18, 10 to 5 pm.

Enjoy pumpkin picking, creepy characters, and more at the Moore Farms Monster Mash Market in Ayr. Explore a curated vendor market, listen to live music, grab a coffee from Alexander Henry’s, and treat yourself at the ice cream truck or Longhorn Smokehouse.

Check out a sonic improvised performance by @feralagathist, responding to “Toward One Another”, an outdoor installation by @ernestdaetwyler. 2 pm - DM for locati0n.

Paper Marché has a Pop-Up Market from 11 to 7 pm. Come shop unique finds, discover local makers, and get a head start on your holiday shopping while supporting small businesses.

Centre in the Square has a 2 pm and 7 pm show of Cirque du so Gay: Under The Big Top in the Studio Theatre.

Collective Soul is rocking the main stage at Centre in the Square starting at 8 pm.

Public Seating DIY presents Ruby Doom, Lamzy Divey, and chatter live at Lost Vessel Vintage. Doors at 7, music at 8. $15 or PWYC.

Join The Ontario Paranormal Society in touring Homer Watson House and Gallery after dark with paranormal investigation equipment in your hands! Hold a conversation with Homer, Phoebe, or one of the many other ghosts that call the gallery home.

Central Church in Cambridge has KW Symphony – Baroque and Beyond at 7:30 pm.

The Sonic Uke Ensemble is playing Emmanuel United Church at 7:30 pm.

Retro Rollers has Hot Wheels and Disco Feels from 7 to 11 pm. Live DJs, great vibes — all ages welcome!

Sunday, October 18

Celebrate the irresistible rhythms and timeless melodies of Cuba as The Buena Vista Orchestra takes the stage at Centre in the Square in a spectacular tribute to one of the most celebrated musical movements in the world.

Monday, October 19

The Princess has two screenings of You Can See Everything at 3:25 and 7 pm.

Ways to get involved.

Try outs for the next Champions for Charity are coming up on November 7 and 10 — and they're looking for more women who are ready to step into the ring to raise funds for an awesome charity that supports children and their families in our community. No experience necessary. Trust me, even I did it.

Learn more and sign up!