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SUMMARY:Mini 1:12 Little Library
DESCRIPTION:In this 2 1/2 hour workshop\, participants will – with Briar’s guidance – create a miniature little library in 1:12 scale. Your library will stand less than 4″ tall\, and will even have a functioning door! Also included in this workshop are teeny blank books and a variety of popular book covers to fill your library\, along with a glass cloche for displaying your miniature masterpiece. This workshop is one of eight workshops in the Making it Tiny Workshops Series by the new Tiny Ass Art Gallery in St. Jacobs – 8 artists will guide participants in different media\, resulting in lovely small works to take home. Tiny Ass Art Gallery is a collective of 15 local women artists where art focusses on the idea of tiny.     Note: Located at Neruda Arts in St. Jacobs. You’ll receive an email 1 week prior to your workshop regarding directions and parking.Wheelchair accessible via elevator.For ages 12 years +.Maximum of 10 spaces in the workshop.All miniature supplies are included\, including glass cloche and tiny blank books.Can’t get enough of tiny? Check out our other workshops and/or join us at our SPECIAL EVENT Tiny Art After Dark on April 30!
URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/mini-112-little-library/
LOCATION:Neruda Arts\, 8 Spring St\, St. Jacobs\, ON\, N0B 2N0\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Discovery Days: Awesome Axoltols
DESCRIPTION:Happy Birthday Boba! Celebrate Boba our Axolotl\, this weekend with three days full of Axolotl-fun! The celebration kicks off on Friday with the regional PD Day and an appearance from Hands On Exotics. Visit on the weekend for a special Science Stage and Maker activities! Friday\, April 24ALL DAY: Axolotl Scooter Bots in THEMAKERSPACE (Lower Level)11AM: Hands on Exotics: Giant Snake & Friends12PM: Maverick & Friends1PM: Creation Station: Axolotl Bookmarks2PM & 2:30PM: Star Lab Star ShowsSaturday\, April 25 & Sunday\, April 26ALL DAY: Axolotl Scooter Bots Axolotl Scooter Bots in THEMAKERSPACE (Lower Level)11AM: Maverick & Friends\, LIVE!12PM: Science Stage: Axolotls1PM: Creation Station: Axolotl Bookmarks2PM & 2:30PM: Star Lab Star Shows
URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/discovery-days-awesome-axoltols/2026-04-26/
LOCATION:THEMUSEUM\, 10 King Street West\, Kitchener\, ON\, N2G 1A3\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Kitchener Womb to Walking Baby Toddler Show SPRING '26
DESCRIPTION:Being a new parent can be so rewarding but it can also be hard to navigate! That’s why the Womb to Walking Baby Show was created. To provide you with all the local resources you need to ease your parenting journey. We have put together and amazing lineup of local Kitchener\, Waterloo\, Cambridge and Guelph businesses to aid you in your Pregnancy and Parenting Journey. 60 VIP tickets and Gift Bag and General Admission tickets available. VIP tickets and Gift Bag are filled with the most amazing FULL SIZE products and samples. Multiple Door Prizes will be available! Don’t miss out on your chance to win one of these amazing items by scanning your ticket at the door and purchasing from vendors. This is a show you WILL NOT WANT TO MISS! Grab your tickets now!
URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/kitchener-womb-to-walking-baby-toddler-show-spring-26/
LOCATION:Bingemans\, 425 Bingemans Centre Drive\, Kitchener\, ON\, N2B 3X7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Event,Family Friendly
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SUMMARY:Lover's Eyes - Tiny Oil Portraits
DESCRIPTION:In this beginner‑friendly\, 2.5‑hour workshop by Salma Abdulaziz\, you’ll work on miniature panels\, learning simple steps for drawing and painting an eye in tone and colour. All materials are provided. Bring a photo of a loved one’s eye (or your own)\, or choose from curated references\, and leave with a small\, jewel‑like painting to treasure or gift.   This workshop is one of eight in the Making it Tiny Workshops Series by the new Tiny Ass Art Gallery in St. Jacobs – 8 artists will guide participants in different media\, resulting in lovely small works to take home. Tiny Ass Art Gallery is a collective of 15 local women artists where art focusses on the idea of tiny in scale and subject matter.  Details to Note: This workshop takes place at Neruda Arts in St. Jacobs. You will receive an      email 1 week prior to your workshop regarding directions and parking.Neruda Arts is wheelchair accessible (via elevator).This workshop is for people 12 years +.Maximum of 10 students.All supplies are included with your workshop feeCan’t get enough of tiny? Check out our other workshop listings and/or join us      at our VERY SPECIAL EVENT Tiny Art After Dark on April 30!
URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/lovers-eyes-tiny-oil-portraits/
LOCATION:Neruda Arts\, 8 Spring St\, St. Jacobs\, ON\, N0B 2N0\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Cambridge Jazz Festival
DESCRIPTION:Your day at the festival includes complete in/out privileges all day long so you can enjoy other food options provided in the Gaslight District.  Tapestry Hall is located in a wonderful neighbourhood close to old stone buildings and across the street from the Grand River. You can enjoy the Gaslight concourse or opt to stay in all day and soak up our four fantastic entertainment options while enjoying comfortable seating\, a snack menu and an à la carte entré menu as well as a well stocked bar.  A unique jazz experience awaits in Cambridge\,Ontario!Tickets on sale now for Sunday\, April 26\, 2026 from 1:00 PM – 7:30 PM at Tapestry Hall\, Gaslight District\, Cambridge. The inaugural Cambridge Jazz Festival\, celebrating arts\, culture\, and community. General Admission: $45Enhanced Admission including food and beverage: $69
URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/cambridge-jazz-festival/
LOCATION:Tapestry Hall\, Gaslight District\, 74 Grand Ave S\, Cambridge\, ON\, N1S 2L8\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Glasstime
DESCRIPTION:Get creative with glass! Make your choice of a coaster OR window hanging. Each ticket includes 1 kiln-fired glass item. Our instructor will give a brief lesson on fused glass\, and the rest of the time is yours to create a one-of-a-kind artwork! Get creative with colour and texture to create a unique\, functional piece of art. During the workshop\, please photograph your artwork so you can identify it when it comes out of the kiln.  Artwork Pickup + Kiln Firing:Items will be kiln fired after the workshop by our team of studio technicians. You will be emailed 4-6 weeks after the workshop when items are ready for pick up. You can also check our website here to see if your pieces are ready to be picked up. Groups with children:Children aged 10-14 are welcome to attend the workshop as long as they are accompanied by an adult who also has a ticket. 1 adult can bring up to 2 children (all must have a ticket).
URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/glasstime/2026-04-26/
LOCATION:Canadian Clay and Glass Gallery\, 25 Caroline Street North\, Waterloo\, ON\, N2L 2Y5\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Elmira Theatre Company presents A Delicate Art
DESCRIPTION:A Delicate Art is a heart-warming comedy about moving on. Dolly and Florence are alone in Dolly’s Diner when a strange gentleman enters. He proceeds to sweep them off their feet. But is he who he says he is? Written and Directed by award-winning local playwright Michael Grant\, join us for this World Premiere\, April 17 – 26\, 2026 at Elmira Theatre\, 60 Arthur St. S.\, enter off Wyatt St. Tickets are $25. Visit www.elmiratheatre.com for more details.
URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/elmira-theatre-company-presents-a-delicate-art/
LOCATION:Elmira Theatre Company\, 60 Arthur St. S.\, Elmira\, ON\, N3B 2M9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts, Culture, Heritage & Live Performance
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