Shared Threads – Community, Belonging, and Storytelling

Shared Threads is a gallery exploring the weaving of community through textile and image. Drawing inspiration from Celtic knotwork—an ancient visual language of continuity, connection, and interdependence—the works reflect how individual lives are bound together into something stronger and more enduring: community. It will be open from Sunday, March 1 to Monday, March 30. This exhibit features art presented by the IRL Festival, driven by people passionate about Irish culture in Waterloo Region. They are a not-for-profit festival celebrating Ireland’s rich history and dynamic, evolving contemporary culture, which reflects how Irish culture continues to grow, adapt, and connect as the diaspora takes root in new landscapes beyond Ireland. They are hosting separate events where you can experience Irish culture through music, dance, stories and more from March 7 – 17th, 2026!

Location: Grebel Gallery, top floor