LOCAL EVENTS
Events in May 2025
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April 28, 2025(2 events) – 
Join illustrator, Vivian Rosas, for an uplifting and empowering workshop designed to help students celebrate their unique identities and embrace diversity in themselves and others. Drawing inspiration from her illustrated book Queer History A-Z, Vivian will share stories of queer youth who have courageously embraced their true selves, providing students with real-life examples of how identity can be a source of strength, pride, and openness. Through an inclusive and supportive environment, students will engage in meaningful discussions about diversity in identity, background, and experience. They will reflect on the importance of self-acceptance and learn how to foster acceptance and understanding within their communities. Students will then get the chance to create a vibrant self-portrait that highlights the qualities that make them uniquely themselves—whether it's their personality, interests, heritage, or anything they feel defines their identity. Using colorful art supplies, students will bring these self-reflections to life in a creative and meaningful way. This workshop aims to inspire students to feel empowered, proud, and confident in who they are, while also fostering an atmosphere of openness and acceptance toward others. Vivian will be visiting the Elmira Branch as part of Canadian Children's Book Week, hosted by The Canadian Children's Book Centre. – 
Join author, Leonarda Carranza, for an informative session on racism and micro-aggressions. Leonarda will read her picture book, Abuelita and Me based on her and her family’s experiences with racism in Toronto. Together we will go deeper into an understanding of racism through the experience of the characters in the story and talk about how it feels to be excluded or ignored or judged because of the way you look or the way that you speak. By the end of the session, students will come away with a deeper awareness of the impact of racism on individuals and communities and strategies for building healthy communities by supporting each other and challenging racism in age-appropriate ways. Designed for ages 6-12. Leonarda will be visiting the New Hamburg branch as part of Canadian Children's Book Week, hosted by The Canadian Children's Book Centre. Region of Waterloo Library - New Hamburg Branch |
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May 10, 2025(1 event) – Cambridge Moves for Mental Health is a unique community fundraising event, now in its third year, where participants are encouraged to raise donations from supporters and complete one lap (or more!) of a 2.5km route in downton Cambridge by walking, rolling, running, or moving in any other way which brings them joy - all to support mental health in Cambridge, North Dumfries and the broader community. This event not only raises funds in support of mental health services in our community, it also helps to fight the stigma around mental health by highlighting services and showing support for those experiencing mental health related challenges. Porchlight is committed to making this an accessible event and you are invited to complete the march by walking, rolling, running, or moving in any other way of moving which brings you joy. Four-legged participants are also welcome. If you have any concerns about accessibility, you're invited to reach out to Jonathan, the event's accessibility officer, at [email protected].
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May 29, 2025(1 event) – 
Discover, connect, and celebrate at a wonderful event dedicated to building belonging and community in the rural townships of Waterloo Region on Thursday May 29th from 5pm - 8pm. Join us at the North Dumfries Community Complex, MacNeil Hall in Ayr, for an event that brings people together through art, music, movement, and food. Come by yourself, bring the whole family or bring a friend. we would love to see you there! Let us know you will be there by registering here. North Dumfries Community Complex - Ayr |
May 30, 2025(2 events) – 
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and our local charity @woolwichcounsellingcentre is hosting a series of events in support of mental wellness in our local community! How You Can Get Involved: 🏃♀️ Participate in the Move-A-Thon: Walk, run, bike, swim or move in any way that brings you joy to raise funds for local mental health services. 💸 Donate: Your generosity helps provide affordable counselling services to those in need locally. 🟢 Wear Green or Decorate in Green: Show your support by wearing green or decorating your home or business to spark conversations about mental health. 🏢 Own a Business in Woolwich Township? Sign up for a free mental health workshop for your employees and show your commitment to workplace wellness. 🎤 Attend a FREE Community Event on May 30: All ages are invited to Gore Park Bandstand (2:30-6:30 pm) for live music by @danakandtheremedy, fun activities, and refreshments! For more details, visit www.woolwichcounselling.org/all-in-for-mental-health/ Gore Park Bandstand – 
Mental Health Matters: Let’s Celebrate as One Community!Join us for a fun-filled afternoon to wrap up Mental Health Month! This free event is a chance to come together as a community in a show of solidarity and support for mental health. With activities for all ages, this celebration highlights the importance of supporting one another and raising awareness about mental health. Wear green to show your support for mental health awareness! What to Expect:
No registration required – just show up and join the fun! Gore Park Bandstand |
May 31, 2025(1 event) – 
Discover, connect, and celebrate at a wonderful day dedicated to building belonging and community in the rural townships of Waterloo Region. Join us on Saturday May 31st 11am - 2pm at The HUB, located at Elmira Memorial Centre for an event that brings people together through art, music, movement, and food. Come by yourself, bring the whole family or bring a friend. we would love to see you there! Let us know you will be there by registering here. The Hub at the Woolwich Memorial Centre |
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City of Waterloo Museum Exhibitions
January 21 – June 13 | Tuesday – Friday, 10 AM – 4 PM
City of Waterloo Museum, Conestoga Mall (between The Bay and Galaxy Theatre), 550 King Street N, Waterloo
The City of Waterloo Museum is proud to announce the opening of two transformative exhibitions in partnership with the Legacy of Hope Foundation: Killing the Indian in the Child: Generations Lost and Bi-Giwen: Coming Home – Truth-Telling from the Sixties Scoop. These exhibitions delve into the lasting impacts of the Residential School system and the Sixties Scoop while amplifying Indigenous voices, resilience, and the ongoing journey toward Reconciliation.
Exhibition Details:
- Killing the Indian in the Child: Generations Lost –January 21 to mid-April 2025
- Bi-Giwen: Coming Home – Truth-Telling from the Sixties Scoop – Mid-April to June 13, 2025
- Bead the Tract and Original Graphic Recordings by Dakota Brant – January 21 to June 13, 2025
Cost: Free admission