BINGO Night
Saturday, February 22
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
FREE – Registration Required
Stanley Park Community Centre – 505 Franklin St. N, Kitchener
Hosted by the Stanley Park Community Association, BINGO Night is an event to be enjoyed by everyone. BINGO is a fun classic game that is easy to learn and a great reason to get out and socialize. You can find what other programs and events Stanley Park Community Association has on their website. While you’re there, check out their Community Garden or their free takeout program called “Stanley Park Eats”.
There are lots of neighbourhood and community associations in Kitchener and Waterloo just like the one in Stanley Park. These groups of volunteers make the community stronger in so many ways. Find one that’s near you and check out their website. There are plenty of ways to get involved!
Open Mic Poetry Night
Tuesday, February 18
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
FREE – Registration Required
Main Library – 35 Albert St. Waterloo
Enter a judgement-free zone at the Waterloo Main Library for a special evening of fellowship and poetry. They are encouraging well-seasoned and first-time performers alike to share original pieces of writing. If you are not ready to perform, you can enjoy poetry nonetheless by being a supportive listener, that works too.
There are no right or wrong ways to write poetry. It can be long or short, rhyming, rhythmic or neither. The best part is, you can write about absolutely anything! Get creative or get your fingers ready to snap some applause. Either way, this will be a fun event you won’t want to miss. Light refreshments will be provided.
African Sunset Shadow Art
Tuesday, February 18
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
$25
Kingsdale Community Centre – 72 Wilson Ave. Kitchener
Africa has vastly different landscapes, including deserts, highlands, lakes, savannas, and rainforests, but what do they all have in common? Gorgeous sunsets! Join Sunbeam Community & Developmental Services and make a beautiful sunset art piece. It will be a great way to bring some colour to they gray skies of winter.
Sunbeam has lots of other fun events coming up too including dances, crafts and bowling. You can check out their other events here.
Family Day In Paradise
Monday, February 17
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
FREE
Freedom in Christ Church – 1643 Bleams Rd. Kitchener
The Williamsburg Community Association is hosting a Disney’s Moana themed event this Family Day. There will be lots of family fun going on indoors and out. Crafts, Games and roasting marshmallows are some of the activities that will be available. You will also have an opportunity to meet Moana and Maui!
Magical Performance and Fun Fair
Monday, February 17
11AM – 4 PM
$15 + fees
Ken Seiling Waterloo Region Museum – 10 Huron Road Kitchener
It’s a day of magic and fun at the Ken Seiling Waterloo Region Museum with local magician Scott Boyd! Scott will bring his incredible talent and charm to our grand theatre in an all ages magic show that will leave you thrilled and amazed!
Safer Sex and Relationships (Ages 16 – 24)
Tuesday, February 18
7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
FREE – Registration Required
Central Library – 85 Queen St. N, Kitchener
This workshop will focus on practical sexual health and relationship skills such as communicating with partners, expressing and respecting boundaries, safer sex practices and routine Sexually Transmitted Infection testing. You can come with a partner or solo. Come and learn about this important topic in a safe and welcoming environment.
Friendship Café
Tuesday, February 18
1:15 PM – 2:30 PM
FREE – Registration Required
Health Caring KW – 44 Francis St. S, Kitchener
The Friendship Café is a welcoming space designed to bring our community together. Whether you’re looking to connect with others, enjoy a meal, or learn something new regarding healthy aging, this is the place for you! To register, call 519-745-4404 or email [email protected]
Open Mic Comedy Night
Wednesday, February 19
8PM
Pay what you can
Midnight Run Café – 84D King Street N, Waterloo
Come see seasoned and amateur comics test their funny – or take the plunge and try your first ever stand-up comedy set! Open Mic Comedy Night at Midnight Run Cafe is on the third Wednesday of every month. Sign up starts in-person at 8, and the show begins around 8:30. Please be advised the show is intended for mature audiences. Viewer discretion is strongly encouraged.
Buddy Choir at Our Studio
Mondays
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
FREE
Our Studio – 109 Ottawa Street South, Kitchener
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Schooner Street Brewery Trivia
Wednesdays
7:30PM
FREE
Schooner Street Brewery – 200 Bathurst Dr. #200, Waterloo
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Music Bingo
Thursday, February 20
8PM – 10 PM
FREE
The Rabbid Fox Tavern – 123 Pioneer Drive, Kitchener
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