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January 21, 2026: What’s Happening in Your Neighbourhood?

Habber Highlight

Three separate photos. The top photo is a view of hte legs and feet of three people skating. The middle photo is a top down view of a table full of plates of food and people's arms reaching in at things as they are gathered around it. The bottom photo is of three people dressed warmly outside in the winter. They are holding hot beverage containers.Out and About Meetups are an invitation for everyone to come together once per month at free community events. Meet up with old friends, make new friends, and explore KW! Out and About’s Local Community Connectors will be there too. Come to Skate Night in January, meet us for a Community Lunch in February and come with us to the Downtown Showdown to Meet The Kitchener Rangers in March,
 

Everything we do will be absolutely free to join in on! There are options to meet with the LCC’s at an earlier time and bus with them to the events too. You might learn some new routes with the LCC’s, just don’t forget your bus fare! You can also meet the group at the event location at the regular start time. Hope to see you there. Let us know you are coming by emailing [email protected]

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Program details can be found in the Community Calendar

 

Four people smiling. They all appear to be of African descent.Celebrate Black History Month
Sunday, February 1
12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
FREE – Registration Required
Ken Seiling Museum – 10 Huron Road, Kitchener

Join the Canadian Caribbean Association of Waterloo Region in to celebrating Black History Month with stories, food, music, and good vibes! t’s a great chance to connect, learn, and honor the amazing contributions throughout history. Expect engaging stories, cool discussions, and a welcoming vibe. Don’t miss out on this awesome community gathering!

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a group of five young people hanging out. There are some plants hanging and on table they are gathered around.January Local Social
Friday, January 30
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
FREE
Thrive HIV Prevention & Support – Unit 6C, 1770 King St E, Kitchener

Calling all folks between the ages of 12-29 in Waterloo Region! Doin’ It is inviting you to their January Local Social. Doin’ It, is a local and inclusive sexual health resource for youth run by Thrive HIV Prevention & Support. If you want a space to craft, share 2026 hopes and talk sexual health—then this is the event for you. This month, celebrate the new year in a calm space where you can be in community with others who are interested in all things sexual health. There will be crafts, colouring, snacks and as always you are welcome to bring your current project.

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A person using clay to sculpt a face.Winter Exhibition’s Opening Reception
Thursday, January 29
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
FREE
Canadian Clay and Glass Gallery – 25 Caroline St. N, Waterloo

The Canadian Clay & Glass Gallery would like to invite you to attend the opening reception of their Winter 2026 exhibitions! All four of the exhibitions will be celebrated alongside snacks, drinks, and remarks from curators and artists alike. If you have visited the Canadian Clay and Glass Gallery in the past, you will know that the art exhibits are often dazzling, moving and unique. If you have never experienced the Gallery before, you won’t want to miss this event as it will be your perfect introduction to the space and the community.

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Ongoing Groups

Three separate photos. The top photo is of a group of people gathered around playing a board game. The middle photo is of two people, each with a cup of tea. The bottom photo is of two people doing a craft together.Games Afternoon
Sundays, January 25, March 22, May 26
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
FREE
Holy Saviour Church (lower hall) – 33 Allen St. E, Waterloo

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Tea and Crafts
Every other Tuesday (Jan 27, Feb 10, etc.)
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Willow River Centre – 243 King St. E, Kitchener

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Afternoon Drop-In
Wednesdays
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Central Library – 85 Queen St. N, Kitchener

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