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CBC
07-03-2025
- Entertainment
- CBC
The Femme Folks Fest is back in KW for its 6th year
International Women's Day is on Saturday — and with it brings the beginning of the popular local festival, the Femme Folks Fest. It features performance and art that celebrates women and femme-presenting people. The festival is nine days long and spans across five venues in Kitchener and Waterloo. Lisa O'Connell is the artistic director for Pat the Dog Theatre Creation and Ben Gorodetsky is a creator and performer behind one of this season's many shows.
CBC
07-03-2025
- Entertainment
- CBC
Kate's 5 fun things to do in and around Waterloo region: March 7 to 9
It's the weekend at the start of March break and the weather is expected to warm up on Sunday, which makes it a good day to get outside. There's an International Women's Day Celebration in Guelph on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 10C Shared Space on Carden Street that includes a drag show, poetry, dance performance, kids' activities and a mini-self-care workshop. The I Heart Tacos and Beer Festival runs at Bingemans on Friday night and there are two sessions on Saturday. Tickets are required. The Irish Real Life Festival also begins this weekend with an opening event Saturday from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Kitchener city hall, marking the festival's 10th anniversary. There's also an online harp workshop on Saturday and music at The Boathouse in Kitchener on Sunday. It's a great weekend for local hockey. The Kitchener Rangers will host the Windsor Spitfires on Friday night while the Guelph Storm will take on the Sarnia Sting on home ice at the Sleeman Centre. Then on Sunday, Guelph heads to Kitchener for a battle between the local rivals. Puck drops at 2 p.m. at The Aud. The K-W Titans basketball team is on the road this weekend but they do have a mid-week March break game on Wednesday at home against the Sudbury Five. Don't forget we "spring forward" this weekend. Clocks go ahead one hour on Sunday. If you're driving, here are some local gas prices: Femme Folks Fest Saturday and Sunday Various locations in Kitchener and Waterloo This festival combines music, workshops, art installations and community events to celebrate equity and femme works. Saturday there's a clothing swap and a performance called Quartet for Garlic, Cello, Mouth and Telephone. On Sunday, there's a free workshop called Infrastructures for Survival and a performance where people are encouraged to get their feet involved in the music. The festival runs until March 16. Femme Folks Fest website Bee City Seedy Saturday Saturday 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. rare Eco Centre and Slit Barn at 768 Blair Road in Cambridge Bee City Cambridge and rare combine for this celebration of seeds and pollinators. There will be displays from local groups and businesses, a chance to learn about pollinator ecology and hear from rare gardeners. Food Festival Saturday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Stratford Rotary Complex, 353 McCarthy Rd., Stratford There are several local vendors at this food festival both inside and outside. Entry is by donation. Music Weekends in Downtown Guelph Saturday and Sunday at 2 p.m. This is the last weekend for this event. On Saturday, Ginger St. James will perform with the Plank Road Revelations at Red Papaya at 2 p.m. Sunday is the Satellite Collective Showcase but the location is still to be released. K-W Punk Rock Flea Market Saturday 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. The Union, 124 Sydney St. S., Kitchener Lots of local vendors with unique items will be at this market, which will also feature acoustic performances.
CBC
07-03-2025
- General
- CBC
Here's how to celebrate International Women's Day in Waterloo region
Social Sharing There are many ways to celebrate International Women's Day (IWD) in Waterloo region this year, including attending a market for entrepreneurs, enjoying music and sitting down to a meal. International Women's Day falls on Saturday, March 8 this year and serves as a global celebration of all women in social, economic, cultural and political fields. The day is also a reminder of issues surrounding gender equality, reproductive rights, and violence against women. The official International Women's Day website notes that this day has been around for over a century, beginning in 1911 with a gathering of over a million people. The day is not specific to any one country, group or organization but is recognized by many people across the globe. This year's theme is Accelerate Action. Waterloo region is home to many events happening leading up to and on the day. Below is a list of some ways to celebrate the achievements of the women in the region and beyond. International Women's Day Market Friday, 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. CIGI Campus, Waterloo Waterloo Region Small Business Centre has partnered with the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario to create a market that features local women entrepreneurs. They're advertising a wide range of products and the opportunity to familiarize yourself with some of the women-owned businesses in the area. Register in advance to be entered into a draw. Saturday, 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. Cambridge City Hall Soroptomist International of Cambridge is inviting everyone to meet up at Cambridge City Hall, grab a sign, and walk to the University of Waterloo School of Architecture, where keynote speaker Daryn Brito will give a speech and indoor festivities will take place. Water and a small snack will be provided. Attendees are encouraged to wear purple and bring donations of feminine hygiene products. Admission is free but there will be registration at city hall before beginning the walk. Femme Folks Fest 2025 March 8-16 Across Kitchener and Waterloo This festival is a mix of events, performances and art pieces in venues across Kitchener and Waterloo. It was created in 2020 in response to data from the national Equity in Theatre Initiative, which aims to promote, platform and present femme works. The nine-day celebration presents over 25 new art pieces that can be found at Studio Theatre, Centre in the Square, Uptown Waterloo Visitor Centre, Upper Rotunda, Kitchener City Hall, InterArts Matrix Performance Space and the SDG Idea Factory. Details can be found here. International Women's Day Breakfast, Victoria Park Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Victoria Park Pavilion Waterloo Region Small Business Centre is also hosting an IWD breakfast. Tickets are free but there is currently a waitlist. International Women's Day Breakfast, Bingeman's Friday, 8 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Bingeman's Embassy Room The Greater Kitchener Waterloo Chamber of Commerce is hosting its annual breakfast for IWD in partnership with Karen Redman, chair of the region. It typically highlights important speakers in the community who champion women's achievements. Tickets appear to be sold out already, but there's a waitlist for registration in case of cancellations. 2025 International Women's Day Brunch Saturday, March 22 at 11 a.m. Waterloo Regional Police Association and Recreation Centre Waterloo Regional Labour Council is hosting a meal a little further away from the day itself. The day will include guest speaker Joan Minnery, games and a 50/50 draw and a raffle. Ticket prices start at $65 and range based on group size. Donations of feminine hygiene products are also welcome and will go to Monica Place. IWD 2025 - Accelerate Action: Agents of Change Thursday, March 20 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Google Kitchener Women in Communications and Technology have organized a panel discussion, local women business vendors, live music and an open mic in a community networking event to belatedly celebrate the day. International Women's Day Sound Journey Saturday, 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Good Vibrations Rock Shop, Stratford Ethereal Frequencies by Jess is bringing a unique soundscape experience to Stratford for IWD as a way to unwind and connect with people to celebrate the day. They're providing a yoga mat, blanket, pillow, bolster and eye mask to achieve maximum relaxation.
