Park Your Car and Explore Cambridge on Foot
BY MEGAN HONAN | UPDATED JUNE 2024 With gas prices at an all-time high, you may be
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Park Your Car and Explore Waterloo By Foot This Summer
BY MEGAN HONAN | July 2022 While gas may be at an all time high, that doesn’t
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How to explore the best Cambridge has to offer on a day trip from Toronto
Originally Posted in the Toronto Star May 14, 2022 – With historic limestone buildings and a
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Lights! Camera! Action! 5 Filming Locations to Explore in Waterloo Region
As you walk along the area locally known as the Mill Race in Cambridge, you may
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Waterloo Region’s West Montrose Covered Bridge: 140 Years Young
2021 marks a very special birthday for a beloved Waterloo Region landmark. The West Montrose Covered (“Kissing”) Bridge is turning a robust 140 years old! Built in 1881 by John Bear, a Mennonite barn builder, it is a testament to true craftsmanship, care, and creativity.
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GRCA to keep some parks open for limited winter use
KitchenerToday.com – The Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) will be maintaining limited access at a number of conservation areas this winter; however, restrictions will remain in place to help protect staff and reduce the spread of COVID-19.
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Shopping in St. Jacobs: an enjoyable day trip out of the city
OurWindsor.ca – In the early 19th century, Old Order Mennonites from Pennsylvania purchased the land that became St. Jacobs. The village is now packed with shops and studios peddling artisanal wares of every description.
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Stories Behind the Walls of Waterloo Region’s Most Instagram-Worthy Murals: #GaltWings
Sandy Pell shares the story behind the #GaltWings mural she and her partner, Steve Pell, created in Cambridge. This interactive mural was designed to both contribute to the community and attract new people to the Galt area of Cambridge.
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Screampark returning for another scary season
KitchenerToday.com – On September 25 at 8 p.m., Screampark opens for another terrifying season of exhibits. Known as ‘Ontario’s most terrifying outdoor haunted attraction,’ Screampark is going to look very different this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Laurier Filling Sports Void with Recreational Esports League
KitchenerToday.com – With no university sports on the field this fall due to the COVID-19 pandemic, officials with the Wilfrid Laurier Golden Hawks are starting up a new recreational eSports league to fill the void.
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After five months, Castle Kilbride in Baden set to reopen to the public
New Hamburg Independent – After five months, Castle Kilbride is finally reopening to the public. The gradual reopening will include weekends, while all COVID-19 protocols will be in place.
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5 great places to canoe in Waterloo region
WaterlooChronicle.ca – Canoeists and kayakers have many great options in the region, including four rivers — the Grand, Conestogo, Nith and Speed. Here are some routes worth paddling:
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Dining “Art” Fresco
There’s nothing quite like sitting around a table with family and friends and having great conversations over a delicious meal. Now, take that same table, have it painted by a talented local artist, place it on one of our region’s fabulous patios, and you have the recipe for the Art Fresco Project.
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Waterloo Warbirds return to the air after being grounded by COVID-19
CTV News – The Waterloo Warbirds are back in the air flying historical planes and are inviting their friends to join them at the Region of Waterloo International Airport. The Warbirds have also started their private flights once again by appointment only.
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“UNZIPPED” Coming to THEMUSEUM
A Journal of Musical Things – Mick, Keith and the rest of the Rolling Stones will be dancing in the streets all the way to THEMUSEUM in Kitchener next fall. THEMUSEUM will be hosting UNZIPPED, a unique immersive experience into the storied history of one of rock’s best and most enduring bands.
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Kitchener Ribfest announces unique twist in light of COVID-19 pandemic
CTV News Kitchener – This year’s Kitchener Ribfest will look a little bit different than in years past. The 2020 KW Ribfest is going ahead this year as a drive-thru at the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium.
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How to spend 36 Hours in Kitchener-Waterloo this summer
blogTO August 3, 2020 – Kitchener-Waterloo has all the makings of a lovely socially-distanced weekend getaway. While Kitchener-Waterloo might be known as a tech-hub, home to the offices of Google, it’s also filled with some great outdoor gems ready for exploring.
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TD Kitchener Blues Festival presents The KBF True Blue Summer Series!
TD Kitchener Blues Festival Aug. 6, 2020 – The KBF True Blue Summer Series will take place August 28-30, 2020 at a number of restaurants throughout Kitchener. All shows will be free to attend, with some shows being live-streamed.
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Timely exhibition of Indigenous art at Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery
Waterloo Chronicle July 17, 2020 – ‘Soundings,’ at the Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery, amplifies voices often pushed to the margins. Indigenous land and territory are at the heart of Tania Willard’s works, which includes musical scores in the form of drawings, beadwork, video and sound.
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You can now get real-time info on capacity at GRCA parks
KitchenerToday.com July 16, 2020 – The GRCA has launched a new tool to provide guests visiting Grand River Parks for the day with real-time information about the capacity at its parks, helping them to better plan their visits.
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Kid Friendly Things to Do This Summer in Waterloo Region!
From spray pads to bowling, cooking classes to active endeavors, here are some ideas to help keep the kids entertained all summer long: BONUS – they’re fun for parents and guardians too!
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Kitchener bike tour highlights Indigenous historical sites
Posted on KitchenerToday June 26, 2020 – A self-guided bike tour is highlighting important Indigenous sites around Waterloo Region.
It’s been put together by the Kitchener Public Library and ARA Archaeology.
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Meet the Community of Creators at St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market: Angus Burns, White Wolf & Friends
White Wolf & Friends owner Angus Burns produces original wildlife paintings on wood and moose antler carvings. He’s part of the Community of Creators you’ll discover at the St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market.
Why We Love Ayr, Ontario
January 2020 – Harrowsmith Editor-in-Chief Jules Torti takes a look at the village of Ayr, a village she says has become a hot spot for entrepreneurs opening shared-space brew pubs and culinary schools.
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