Latest Events in Waterloo(January Updated)

The Tactical Athlete Games is a first-of-its-kind championship designed to find and crown the ultimate tactical athlete in the UK. Organized by The Red On Group, global leaders in human optimisation and experts in tactical athlete development, this event brings together elite competitors to push the boundaries of performance. Spanning across four challenging events, athletes will be tested on their strength, endurance, agility, and resilience. Unlike traditional competitions, the Tactical Athlete Games uses a unique points-based scoring system, where every second matters. Points are awarded based on how close an athlete’s finish time is to the event winner, rather than their placement in the field. This approach emphasises precision and pace, ensuring that even a fraction of a second can make the difference between victory and defeat. The scoring system is straightforward but demanding. A first-place finish earns 5,000 points, and for every second behind the winner, points diminish by one. For example, if an athlete finishes 2 minutes (120 seconds) behind the first-place time, they will receive 4,880 points. There is no points minimum, so an athlete's score can fall to zero if their time deficit is too large. The male and female athletes with the highest cumulative points across the four events will be crowned the Tactical Athlete Games Champions, earning the ultimate title along with a share of the £1,000 prize pot. With no minimum score or floor, the competition rewards consistency and speed, making every second crucial in the race for the title. The Red On Group's expertise ensures a rigorous, well-structured event, where competitors are pushed to their peak performance in a fair and exciting environment. The event dates are: EVENT 1: Endurance and Speed Event - 01 Feb 2025 EVENT 2: Work Capacity - 16 Mar 2025 EVENT 3: Strength and Power - 27 Apr 2025 EVENT 4: The Final - 29 Jun 2025 Information Source: Coach Mike Chadwick | eventbrite

This one day course is designed to introduce you to the ideas behind and techniques of abstract landscape painting using acrylics. Taking the local landscape as a starting point, this course aims to explore techniques such as altering perspective, abstracting through mark making and experimenting with different viewpoints to produce successful abstract landscape paintings. This course is suitable for all levels. All materials and equipment are provided. Costs: £85 Days: 1 Sunday Times: 10:30 - 16:30 Dates: 2 February Location: Red Room Maximum: 8 Denise Harrison is a trained painter having gained her BA (Hons) degree in Painting at the University of Brighton and then an MA in Painting at the University of the Arts, London (Wimbledon). She is the author of the popular book 'If You're Bored with Acrylics, Read This Book.' Denise has run creative arts classes and workshops for many years in Birmingham, London and Brighton. Her practice is based at Phoenix Art Space where she runs regular painting classes, as well as being a painting tutor at Cass Art Brighton. Information Source: Phoenix Brighton Learning Programme | eventbrite

Welcome to WATERLOO'S OFFICIAL 17+ FROSH FEST 2025! Come join us at The Drink Uptown on King Street North in Waterloo, ON for a wild time you won't forget! Get ready for a night filled with music and good vibes as we kick off the new school year in style. Whether you're a first-year student or a seasoned pro, this event is the perfect way to meet new friends and make memories that will last a lifetime. Don't miss out on the ultimate frosh experience - see you there! 📅 Monday January 6th, 2025 📍The Drink Uptown, 56 King St N, Waterloo, ON N2J 2X1 🔉Dance // EDM // R&B // House // Commercial 🕒 9:30pm-2am 🔞 17+ entry Non-alcoholic Event All Ticket Sales are final Information Source: Waterloo Nightlife | eventbrite

Event description:Enjoy the musical talents of our Laurier students as they showcase their solo skills. This is a great opportunity to support our students and appreciate their hard work throughout the term. Concert ProgramTBA TicketsTo attend any Faculty of Music event, please reserve your tickets online through Eventbrite. If you need assistance reserving a ticket, please speak with Box Office staff upon arrival or email us at concerts@wlu.ca. Tickets for this event are free. Reserving tickets to free Faculty of Music concerts is not required. However, we encourage you to register to receive the most up-to-date information about the events you are interested in. If your plans change and you're unable to attend, kindly cancel your ticket, even if it's a complimentary or free ticket. This will open up the seat for others eager to join. Instructions for canceling free tickets can be found here. To access our complete concert season schedule click here. EntranceIf driving or walking along Hazel St towards University Ave, cross University Ave and drive/walk through the underpass area—the Underpass entrance to the Maureen Forrester Recital Hall is on your right. After parking, head back to the underpass and enter through the glass vestibule, go up the stairs or ramp, and enter through the double doors to the left of the elevator. AccessibilityPlease see our Theatre Visitors’ Guide for full accessibility information related to attending events at the Faculty of Music. ParkingPlease see our Theatre Visitors’ Guide for venue parking information. FAQsRecording Policy: Please refrain from using any audio or video recording devices during the concert. You may take photos at intermission or after the show.For facility rental inquiries, please email concerts@wlu.ca.If you would like to hire a student musician, please fill out this form.Why donate to the Faculty of Music?Music is more than just a hobby or a pastime. It is a powerful force that improves physical, emotional, and cognitive health in countless, tangible ways. By donating to the Faculty of Music, you are supporting the research and education that helps us harness the benefits of music for ourselves, our community, and the world. Join us! Give today. Information Source: Wilfrid Laurier University Faculty of Music | eventbrite

Join us for a fun, inclusive, and FREE drop-in curling workshop hosted by Out on the Ice at the KW Granite Curling Club, in partnership with Spectrum! Whether you're a beginner or just curious about curling, come learn the basics, meet new people, and have a blast on the ice. Date: Saturday, January 11 Time: 2:30pm-5:00pm Location: KW Granite Curling Club, 99 Seagram Dr., Waterloo All skill levels are welcome. No experience necessary! **Curling gear is provided, but participants must bring a pair of clean shoes. Dress for the ice and cold - sweaters, jackets, and gloves are recommended; helmets are recommended for new curlers. Don’t miss out – sign up today and get out on the ice! Information Source: Spectrum Waterloo Region | eventbrite

Don't miss the exclusive opportunity to witness YBN Nahmir performing live at Up Lounge in Waterloo. The event is scheduled to take place on January 15, 2025. The venue, Up Lounge, is located at 9 King Street North, Waterloo, ON N2J 2W6. Secure your ticket for this highly anticipated event for only CA$30. Join us for an unforgettable night of music and entertainment.

Event description:Enjoy the musical magic of Laurier faculty and guests at our Music at Noon Concert series! Whether you are a fan of classical, jazz, or contemporary music, you will find something to suit your taste in our diverse lineup of performers. Concert ProgramTBA TicketsTo attend any Faculty of Music event, please reserve your tickets online through Eventbrite. If you need assistance reserving a ticket, please speak with Box Office staff upon arrival or email us at concerts@wlu.ca. Tickets for this event are free. Reserving tickets to free Faculty of Music concerts is not required. However, we encourage you to register to receive the most up-to-date information about the events you are interested in. If your plans change and you're unable to attend, kindly cancel your ticket, even if it's a complimentary or free ticket. This will open up the seat for others eager to join. Instructions for canceling free tickets can be found here. To access our complete concert season schedule click here. EntranceIf driving or walking along Hazel St towards University Ave, cross University Ave and drive/walk through the underpass area—the Underpass entrance to the Maureen Forrester Recital Hall is on your right. After parking, head back to the underpass and enter through the glass vestibule, go up the stairs or ramp, and enter through the double doors to the left of the elevator. AccessibilityPlease see our Theatre Visitors’ Guide for full accessibility information related to attending events at the Faculty of Music. ParkingPlease see our Theatre Visitors’ Guide for venue parking information. FAQsRecording Policy: Please refrain from using any audio or video recording devices during the concert. You may take photos at intermission or after the show.For facility rental inquiries, please email concerts@wlu.ca.If you would like to hire a student musician, please fill out this form.Why donate to the Faculty of Music?Music is more than just a hobby or a pastime. It is a powerful force that improves physical, emotional, and cognitive health in countless, tangible ways. By donating to the Faculty of Music, you are supporting the research and education that helps us harness the benefits of music for ourselves, our community, and the world. Join us! Give today. Information Source: Wilfrid Laurier University Faculty of Music | eventbrite

Event description:Enjoy the musical magic of Laurier faculty and guests at our Music at Noon Concert series! Whether you are a fan of classical, jazz, or contemporary music, you will find something to suit your taste in our diverse lineup of performers. Concert ProgramTicketsTo attend any Faculty of Music event, please reserve your tickets online through Eventbrite. If you need assistance reserving a ticket, please speak with Box Office staff upon arrival or email us at concerts@wlu.ca. Tickets for this event are free. Reserving tickets to free Faculty of Music concerts is not required. However, we encourage you to register to receive the most up-to-date information about the events you are interested in. If your plans change and you're unable to attend, kindly cancel your ticket, even if it's a complimentary or free ticket. This will open up the seat for others eager to join. Instructions for canceling free tickets can be found here. To access our complete concert season schedule click here. EntranceIf driving or walking along Hazel St towards University Ave, cross University Ave and drive/walk through the underpass area—the Underpass entrance to the Maureen Forrester Recital Hall is on your right. After parking, head back to the underpass and enter through the glass vestibule, go up the stairs or ramp, and enter through the double doors to the left of the elevator. AccessibilityPlease see our Theatre Visitors’ Guide for full accessibility information related to attending events at the Faculty of Music. ParkingPlease see our Theatre Visitors’ Guide for venue parking information. FAQsRecording Policy: Please refrain from using any audio or video recording devices during the concert. You may take photos at intermission or after the show.For facility rental inquiries, please email concerts@wlu.ca.If you would like to hire a student musician, please fill out this form.Why donate to the Faculty of Music?Music is more than just a hobby or a pastime. It is a powerful force that improves physical, emotional, and cognitive health in countless, tangible ways. By donating to the Faculty of Music, you are supporting the research and education that helps us harness the benefits of music for ourselves, our community, and the world. Join us! Give today. Information Source: Wilfrid Laurier University Faculty of Music | eventbrite

Event description:Laurier students compete in the first round of the Ken Murray Concerto Competition. Concert ProgramThere will not be a concert program posted for Round 1. TicketsTicket reservations are not required for the first round. Audience members may enter and leave in between performances. To access our complete concert season schedule click here. AccessibilityPlease see our Theatre Visitors’ Guide for full accessibility information related to attending events at the Faculty of Music. ParkingPlease see our Theatre Visitors’ Guide for venue parking information. FAQsRecording Policy: Please refrain from using any audio or video recording devices during the concert. You may take photos at intermission or after the show.For facility rental inquiries, please email concerts@wlu.ca.If you would like to hire a student musician, please fill out this form.Why donate to the Faculty of Music?Music is more than just a hobby or a pastime. It is a powerful force that improves physical, emotional, and cognitive health in countless, tangible ways. By donating to the Faculty of Music, you are supporting the research and education that helps us harness the benefits of music for ourselves, our community, and the world. Join us! Give today. Information Source: Wilfrid Laurier University Faculty of Music | eventbrite

Develop your skills and increase your confidence in acrylic painting by experimenting with materials, equipment and techniques. The course will cover the formal elements of making a painting through exercises that include, colour, tone and composition. The group will be small and informal so that Denise can spend time tutoring each person. This course is aimed at all levels. All materials and equipment are provided. Costs: £85 Days: 1 Saturday Times: 10:30 - 16:30 Dates: 18 January Location: Red Room Maximum: 8 Denise Harrison is a trained painter having gained her BA (Hons) degree in Painting at the University of Brighton and then an MA in Painting at the University of the Arts, London (Wimbledon). She is the author of the popular book 'If You're Bored with Acrylics, Read This Book.' Denise has run creative arts classes and workshops for many years in Birmingham, London and Brighton. Her practice is based at Phoenix Art Space where she runs regular painting classes, as well as being a painting tutor at Cass Art Brighton. Information Source: Phoenix Art Space | eventbrite

Accessible venue (parking available)Cash-only concessionsTickets opperate on a sliding scaleAMPLIFY KW is a community-focused series where our talented performers will share their music, collaborate, and kick off the new year with this new series dedicated to building community and developing our local talents' catalogues in the collaborative KW's Amplified, the title for any variations of our collaborative works!NOISY JACEE is a former bar-guitar hero, lightly educated, obtusely noisy, and newly painted pretty pretty! She has recently begun existing as herself and is at the very beginning of sharing her story with the microphone! Her songs touch on her experiences with mental health, society, and the fractured remnants of a reality that she grew up expecting. She writes songs when she has something to say, and uses her platform to help spread positive change on a tangible scale. Her first EP, “no bells, no whistles” released on December 6th, 2024 and is an art-piece speaking on the overproduction of music and the lifelessness of AI art! You can find her @noisyjacee on instagram and check out her EP on spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/31dRX5MH2Y9EWRWn5lneSU or your favourite platform! Obviously the hottest in the neighbourhood, our Hotties come by it honestly! Their glamorous altnernative sound is a synesthetics' dream given their gorgeous glam-rock inspired drag! Tell them they're hot and pretty; they already know. @theneighbourhoodhotties on instagram, Patrick @whatsheesesaid and Elle @elleshea13 are putting out banger after hit with topical music that resonates for anyone with mental health and/or relationships. You can feel the 90s alt vibes through ubiquitously powerful vocals and glitter-bomb guitar riffs that will have you joining the Hottie Herd as an Official Hottie! This may be the launching pad sending The Hotties to space, so don't miss your chance to see them up close before the stadium tours! Anat Hector is KWs finest and can be spotted every Sunday doing sungay stuff at The Duke of Wellington. You can always catch her all over town, but never like this! Fan-favourite, Butterfly, is changing the entire scope of Anat's musical career as her newest and best yet, with her full album releasing officially in January, 2025! A story of a friend, a healer, and an irreplaceble gap in Anat's life, Butterfly celebrate's the life and memory of Surely, who passed away in a riptide. Surely is often considered the actual songwritter as this piece came from 10 days of Anat chanelling Surely's spirit. You can find @anat.hector on insta, you can find Butterfly here https://anat-hector.bandcamp.com/track/butterfly and you can find Anat on the 19th by grabbing a ticket to Amplify! Information Source: AMPLIFY KW | eventbrite

ALL OPTIONS REQUIRE ARTWORK TO REMAIN AT VENUE TO DRY A MINIMUM OF 7 DAYS. ARTWORK CAN BE PICKED UP 7-14 DAYS AFTER EVENT DATE. OPTIONS:10X20 ARTIST CANVAS:Our artist grade 10X20 canvas is a great all around choice and offers a higher gloss finish due to the gessoed surface. This is a great option for beginners. 8X10 ARTIST CANVAS POUR:This option allows you to choose a SINGLE, DOUBLE, or TRIPLE PANEL POUR! These are artist grade canvas with a smooth gesso finish and are a great option for beginner pourers! When choosing the DOUBLE or TRIPLE CANVAS POUR option, it is a popular method to line all 3 canvas up and pour across all 3 at the same time. This creates a flowing design that looks great one hung on the wall! 10X20 BIRCH PANEL POUR:These panels are very high quality, artist grade birch panels Made in Canada by Apollon-Gotrick. They are cradled on a 3/4 frame and are perfect for hanging! 4PC COASTER SET POUR:This option includes four 4 blank ceramic coasters with separate self adhesive cork backings and our Liquitex High Gloss Varnish kit to add a glossy sealer once dried! AVAILABLE IN ROUND & HEXAGON SHAPES (Starting in December 2023) Information Source: Paint-tastic by Ellie | eventbrite

Event description:Enjoy the musical magic of Laurier faculty and guests at our Music at Noon Concert series! Whether you are a fan of classical, jazz, or contemporary music, you will find something to suit your taste in our diverse lineup of performers. Concert ProgramTBA TicketsTo attend any Faculty of Music event, please reserve your tickets online through Eventbrite. If you need assistance reserving a ticket, please speak with Box Office staff upon arrival or email us at concerts@wlu.ca. Tickets for this event are free. Reserving tickets to free Faculty of Music concerts is not required. However, we encourage you to register to receive the most up-to-date information about the events you are interested in. If your plans change and you're unable to attend, kindly cancel your ticket, even if it's a complimentary or free ticket. This will open up the seat for others eager to join. Instructions for canceling free tickets can be found here. To access our complete concert season schedule click here. EntranceIf driving or walking along Hazel St towards University Ave, cross University Ave and drive/walk through the underpass area—the Underpass entrance to the Maureen Forrester Recital Hall is on your right. After parking, head back to the underpass and enter through the glass vestibule, go up the stairs or ramp, and enter through the double doors to the left of the elevator. AccessibilityPlease see our Theatre Visitors’ Guide for full accessibility information related to attending events at the Faculty of Music. ParkingPlease see our Theatre Visitors’ Guide for venue parking information. FAQsRecording Policy: Please refrain from using any audio or video recording devices during the concert. You may take photos at intermission or after the show.For facility rental inquiries, please email concerts@wlu.ca.If you would like to hire a student musician, please fill out this form.Why donate to the Faculty of Music?Music is more than just a hobby or a pastime. It is a powerful force that improves physical, emotional, and cognitive health in countless, tangible ways. By donating to the Faculty of Music, you are supporting the research and education that helps us harness the benefits of music for ourselves, our community, and the world. Join us! Give today. Information Source: Wilfrid Laurier University Faculty of Music | eventbrite

Event description:Laurier students compete in the semi-final round of the Ken Murray Concerto Competition. Concert ProgramTBA TicketsTicket reservations are not required for the semi-final round.Audience members may enter and leave in between performances. To access our complete concert season schedule click here. AccessibilityPlease see our Theatre Visitors’ Guide for full accessibility information related to attending events at the Faculty of Music. ParkingPlease see our Theatre Visitors’ Guide for venue parking information. FAQsRecording Policy: Please refrain from using any audio or video recording devices during the concert. You may take photos at intermission or after the show.For facility rental inquiries, please email concerts@wlu.ca.If you would like to hire a student musician, please fill out this form.Why donate to the Faculty of Music?Music is more than just a hobby or a pastime. It is a powerful force that improves physical, emotional, and cognitive health in countless, tangible ways. By donating to the Faculty of Music, you are supporting the research and education that helps us harness the benefits of music for ourselves, our community, and the world. Join us! Give today. Information Source: Wilfrid Laurier University Faculty of Music | eventbrite

In this playful and relaxed weekend course, you will respond to micro-poems and explore traditional and experimental ink drawing, painting, creative typography, collage and mono printing techniques to create figurative or semi abstract imagery. You will then combine your artwork together with words to make a one-off artist's book: a poetic contemplation of transient landscapes. This course is suitable for all levels including beginners and is particularly suitable for anyone interested in illustration or storytelling through Fine Art practice. Basic art materials will be provided. As ideas unfold over the weekend students may want to use their own materials. Dagmara can give advice about any additional materials on the first day. Costs: £140 (+ free entry to the Artist's Book Fair at Phoenix Art Space on the same weekend) Days: 1 weekend Dates: Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 January Times: 10:00 - 16:00 Location: Red Room Maximum: 12 Dagmara Rudkin is a Phoenix-based Polish-British fine artist who creates paintings, drawings, collages and 3D mixed media work using predominantly discarded materials and objects to re-tell stories of real and imagined people, places and their relationships. Over the past 20 years, she has produced personal and collaborative projects with poets, theatre professionals, and film-makers, worked as an artist-in-residence, and held exhibitions in the South East. Currently, she specializes in shroud making for green and traditional burials, utilizing the emotive power of storytelling through textiles to honour rites of passage and commemorate the sacred. Dagmara holds a Joint Honours degree in Painting and Glass, an MA in Sequential Design and Illustration, and a PGCE in Art and Design. She works as an artist educator at Hastings Contemporary and as an Associate Lecturer at Greater Brighton Metropolitan College. Alongside photographer and film-maker Wendy Pye, she offers community and well-being arts projects and workshops through their art organization, Luna Arts. Luna Arts - Luna Arts Information Source: Phoenix Art Space | eventbrite

Event description:Laurier students compete in a final performance for the Ken Murray Concerto Competition. Concert ProgramTBA TicketsTicket reservations are required for the final round. To attend any Faculty of Music event, please reserve your tickets online through Eventbrite. If you need assistance reserving a ticket, please speak with Box Office staff upon arrival or email us at concerts@wlu.ca. Your ticket purchase helps provide Laurier music students with scholarships and the ability to maintain our performance facilities. You are making a difference in the lives of our students and the quality of our venues. We appreciate your support! If your plans change and you're unable to attend, kindly cancel your ticket, even if it's a complimentary or free ticket. This will open up the seat for others eager to join. Instructions for canceling free tickets can be found here. To access our complete concert season schedule click here. AccessibilityPlease see our Theatre Visitors’ Guide for full accessibility information related to attending events at the Faculty of Music. ParkingPlease see our Theatre Visitors’ Guide for venue parking information. FAQsRecording Policy: Please refrain from using any audio or video recording devices during the concert. You may take photos at intermission or after the show.For facility rental inquiries, please email concerts@wlu.ca.If you would like to hire a student musician, please fill out this form.Why donate to the Faculty of Music?Music is more than just a hobby or a pastime. It is a powerful force that improves physical, emotional, and cognitive health in countless, tangible ways. By donating to the Faculty of Music, you are supporting the research and education that helps us harness the benefits of music for ourselves, our community, and the world. Join us! Give today. Information Source: Wilfrid Laurier University Faculty of Music | eventbrite

The DeKalb High School hitting camp is for anyone currently in 3rd – 8th grade looking to develop their hitting and offensive skills! Come work with the high school coaching staff and current players for three consecutive Saturdays in preparation for your season!Campers should have: baseball pants or sweatpants, baseball hat, tennis shoes, & hitting equipment (bat, batting gloves, etc.) Each camp will feature the DHS coaching staff and players on the high school baseball teamCampers will be placed in small groups for more personalized instructionLittle League and travel coaches are welcome to attend free of chargeRegistration gains access to ALL three (3) camps (Cost: $50) Sat. January 25, 2025Sat. February 1, 2025Sat. February 8, 2025** all camps will run from 3:00PM - 4:30PM ** All campers and parents are asked to enter through Door 24T-shirts will be distributed on the final Saturday For questions, please hit the 'contact' button below *Limited spots available* Information Source: DeKalb Baron Baseball | eventbrite

Event description:Enjoy the musical talents of our Laurier students as they showcase their solo skills. This is a great opportunity to support our students and appreciate their hard work throughout the term. Concert ProgramTBA TicketsTo attend any Faculty of Music event, please reserve your tickets online through Eventbrite. If you need assistance reserving a ticket, please speak with Box Office staff upon arrival or email us at concerts@wlu.ca. Tickets for this event are free. Reserving tickets to free Faculty of Music concerts is not required. However, we encourage you to register to receive the most up-to-date information about the events you are interested in. If your plans change and you're unable to attend, kindly cancel your ticket, even if it's a complimentary or free ticket. This will open up the seat for others eager to join. Instructions for canceling free tickets can be found here. To access our complete concert season schedule click here. EntranceIf driving or walking along Hazel St towards University Ave, cross University Ave and drive/walk through the underpass area—the Underpass entrance to the Maureen Forrester Recital Hall is on your right. After parking, head back to the underpass and enter through the glass vestibule, go up the stairs or ramp, and enter through the double doors to the left of the elevator. AccessibilityPlease see our Theatre Visitors’ Guide for full accessibility information related to attending events at the Faculty of Music. ParkingPlease see our Theatre Visitors’ Guide for venue parking information. FAQsRecording Policy: Please refrain from using any audio or video recording devices during the concert. You may take photos at intermission or after the show.For facility rental inquiries, please email concerts@wlu.ca.If you would like to hire a student musician, please fill out this form.Why donate to the Faculty of Music?Music is more than just a hobby or a pastime. It is a powerful force that improves physical, emotional, and cognitive health in countless, tangible ways. By donating to the Faculty of Music, you are supporting the research and education that helps us harness the benefits of music for ourselves, our community, and the world. Join us! Give today. Information Source: Wilfrid Laurier University Faculty of Music | eventbrite

Event description:Enjoy the musical creativity of Laurier’s student composers! They will present their original compositions in a variety of styles and genres. Don’t miss this chance to hear some fresh and innovative sounds from Laurier’s emerging student composers. Concert ProgramTBA TicketsTo attend any Faculty of Music event, please reserve your tickets online through Eventbrite. If you need assistance reserving a ticket, please speak with Box Office staff upon arrival or email us at concerts@wlu.ca. Ticket prices are as follows: General: $30Senior (65+): $22Student*: FreeLaurier Faculty & Staff: Free*Student tickets are for all post-secondary students and individuals under 18. Your ticket purchase helps provide Laurier music students with scholarships and the ability to maintain our performance facilities. You are making a difference in the lives of our students and the quality of our venues. We appreciate your support! If your plans change and you're unable to attend, kindly cancel your ticket, even if it's a complimentary or free ticket. This will open up the seat for others eager to join. Instructions for canceling free tickets can be found here. To access our complete concert season schedule click here. EntranceIf driving or walking along Hazel St towards University Ave, cross University Ave. On the right, you will see the glass walls of the Maureen Forrester lobby—the University Ave entrance is on the wall of the lobby closest to University Ave. AccessibilityPlease see our Theatre Visitors’ Guide for full accessibility information related to attending events at the Faculty of Music. ParkingPlease see our Theatre Visitors’ Guide for venue parking information. FAQsRecording Policy: Please refrain from using any audio or video recording devices during the concert. You may take photos at intermission or after the show.For facility rental inquiries, please email concerts@wlu.ca.If you would like to hire a student musician, please fill out this form.Why donate to the Faculty of Music?Music is more than just a hobby or a pastime. It is a powerful force that improves physical, emotional, and cognitive health in countless, tangible ways. By donating to the Faculty of Music, you are supporting the research and education that helps us harness the benefits of music for ourselves, our community, and the world. Join us! Give today. Information Source: Wilfrid Laurier University Faculty of Music | eventbrite

Cuttlefish casting is an ancient technique of casting in metal using found cuttle bones that get washed up on the beach. Two bones are rubbed together to form a flush flat surface between which you can press objects and scratch designs. Creating a pour hole you can then melt and pour molten metal into the mould creating beautiful cast designs that retain some of the texture of the cuttle. Most materials are provided including cuttle bones and a limited amount of pewter and silver. Extra silver can be purchased on the day, silver is between 60-79p per gram, it fluctuates daily. Please bring design ideas and objects you wish to cast. This course is suitable for all levels Days: 2 Saturdays Costs: £150 Times: 10:30 - 16:30 Dates: Saturday 1 and Saturday 8 February Location: Red Room Maximum: 8 Anna Watson graduated from the University of Brighton with a First Class degree in Materials Practice where she specialised in woodwork and metal. For the past eleven years she has worked in the jewellery industry for commercial designers and artisan jewellers. Anna runs her own jewellery business where she designs work for shops and creates work for national and international exhibitions. In 2018 she did a residency in Athens and has since exhibited in Germany, Greece, Portugal and China. Anna particularly enjoys teaching and encouraging students to develop their designs and ideas. Information Source: Phoenix Brighton Learning Programme | eventbrite

Games: Come explore the hilarious world of improv games in this four session improv series. TheatreSports veteran, improviser and director Ben Gorodetsky is offering a playful, collaborative exploration of short form improvisation (as seen on Whose Line) Over the course of 10 hours of instruction this workshop series will cover a whole whack of improv games: Word at a Time Story, Speak in One Voice, Moving Bodies, Genre-Coaster, Half-Life, Party Quirks, Question Period, and much more! If you have a favourite game you'd like to learn, let us know and we'll add it to the list. Prerequisites: *Some* improv experience recommended. If you're not sure, just email Ben@PinchCabaret.com Dates and times: Thursdays| Feb 6-27 | 7:00-9:30pm Venue: Waterloo Visitor Information Centre | 10 Father David Bauer Dr Accessible Pricing: If cost is a barrier for you, please email Ben@PinchCabaret.com and we'll figure out an accessible price. Don't be shy! About the instructor: Ben Gorodetsky is an improviser, director, and educator based in Kitchener, Ontario. They are curator and host of KW monthly mainstays: Pinch Cabaret and Together We're Boisterous Comedy. Ben is the former Associate Artistic Director of Rapid Fire Theatre, where he perfromed in the flagship TheatreSports show every friday night for seven years, and a nominee for a Canadian Comedy Award. He has performed, taught, and directed improvisation at The Magnet Theatre (NYC), Out of Bounds Comedy (Austin), UCB (LA), Highwire Comedy (Atlanta), English Lovers (Vienna), IGLU (Ljubljana), FERIIR (Reunion Island), Bad Dog (Toronto), and Blind Tiger (Vancouver). His performance work has been presented by The Art Gallery of Ontario, CAFKA, Lumen Fest, Movement Research at Judson Church, The Tank NYC, Mile Zero Dance, Brian Webb Dance Company, Expanse Festival of Movement Arts, Rubaboo Festival, Guelph Dance Festival, SpringWorks, and the Gas Station Arts Centre. They are creator and executive producer of TV series My Pet Ate What? for CTV/Bell Media. They teach at UWaterloo and hold an MFA from Brooklyn College-CUNY and a BFA from the University of Alberta. More info: www.pinchpinchpinch.com/classes *photo of Rapid Fire Theatre by Billy Wong Information Source: Pinch | eventbrite

Event description:Enjoy the musical magic of Laurier faculty and guests at our Music at Noon Concert series! Whether you are a fan of classical, jazz, or contemporary music, you will find something to suit your taste in our diverse lineup of performers. Concert ProgramTBA TicketsTo attend any Faculty of Music event, please reserve your tickets online through Eventbrite. If you need assistance reserving a ticket, please speak with Box Office staff upon arrival or email us at concerts@wlu.ca. Tickets for this event are free. Reserving tickets to free Faculty of Music concerts is not required. However, we encourage you to register to receive the most up-to-date information about the events you are interested in. If your plans change and you're unable to attend, kindly cancel your ticket, even if it's a complimentary or free ticket. This will open up the seat for others eager to join. Instructions for canceling free tickets can be found here. To access our complete concert season schedule click here. EntranceIf driving or walking along Hazel St towards University Ave, cross University Ave and drive/walk through the underpass area—the Underpass entrance to the Maureen Forrester Recital Hall is on your right. After parking, head back to the underpass and enter through the glass vestibule, go up the stairs or ramp, and enter through the double doors to the left of the elevator. AccessibilityPlease see our Theatre Visitors’ Guide for full accessibility information related to attending events at the Faculty of Music. ParkingPlease see our Theatre Visitors’ Guide for venue parking information. FAQsRecording Policy: Please refrain from using any audio or video recording devices during the concert. You may take photos at intermission or after the show.For facility rental inquiries, please email concerts@wlu.ca.If you would like to hire a student musician, please fill out this form.Why donate to the Faculty of Music?Music is more than just a hobby or a pastime. It is a powerful force that improves physical, emotional, and cognitive health in countless, tangible ways. By donating to the Faculty of Music, you are supporting the research and education that helps us harness the benefits of music for ourselves, our community, and the world. Join us! Give today. Information Source: Wilfrid Laurier University Faculty of Music | eventbrite

Flow into Creativity: A Somatic Exploration of Nature, Movement, and Writingwith Daphne Chua & Sharon Kaur What if creativity could flow as effortlessly as fluids, as naturally as the changing light of the seasons? Join us for a 3-hour workshop that weaves gentle, somatic movement with intuitive writing practices, an invitation to explore the sensory richness in the direct experience of the body-mind. Together, we’ll reconnect with the rhythms of the body, the dynamics of nature’s elements, and the boundless possibilities of creative flow.This workshop is for everyone—whether you’re new to movement, writing, or both. Through somatic, body-centered practices, we’ll explore the qualities of the body’s fluid system and their relationships to movement, touch, breath, and states of mind. By tuning into how we perceive gravity, space, smells, sounds, light, and color, we’ll awaken the imagination, deepen imagination, and rediscover the joy of composition. Embodied Awareness: Guided somatic movement to connect with the body’s communication and transportation systems—the fluids that underlie presence, transformation, and flow. Inspiration from the Senses: Explorations that attune to the sensory world, supporting awareness of the present moment and sparking creative imagination. Creative Expression Through Intuitive Flow: Writing prompts that emerge naturally from your embodied experience, allowing your thoughts and words to flow effortlessly.Whether you’re seeking a creative reset, inspiration for your travels, or simply a moment to pause and reflect, this workshop offers a space to explore, play, and connect.Bring your curiosity and your openness to sense, feel and create. We will move, imagine, and express the rhythms within and around us. We look forward to sharing this transformative journey with you. ---- Event details Date: February 9 Time: 3.30pm to 6.30pm Venue: Black Box, 42 Waterloo Street ---- About Daphne A self-professed body-mind and movement nerd, Daphne is always exploring the underlying principles of the human brain-body connections in the way we relate. She applies principles form her studies in the School for Body Mind Centering®, kinesiology, embodied anatomy & physiology through somatics, evidence-based research on the nervous system, trauma physiology, as well as Body Mind Centering. She also has been dancing Contact Improvisation for more than a decade, and facilitates improv workshops using BMC® principles in embodiment and creative expressions. Daphne has helped people of all ages rehabilitate injuries, regain neuromotor functions, manage chronic pain, and work through trauma. She also creates holistic therapeutic trainings and mentorship programs for individuals, movement teachers, fitness instructors, healthcare and corporate professionals.More info on Daphne at www.somatictherapy.asia About Sharon Sharon Kaur is an educator-turned-somatic explorer, currently in her fourth year of Feldenkrais Method® training under Alan Questel, a direct student of Moshe Feldenkrais. With eight years of experience teaching English language and literature, Sharon holds a BA (Education) and CELTA certification. Her journey from academia into somatic practices was driven by a desire to improve her health and deepen her understanding of nervous system regulation. For Sharon, creativity is not about forcing an outcome, but about reconnecting with the body’s innate wisdom to open up new possibilities. Through somatic practices, she believes we can tap into the body’s fluid and sensory intelligence to express ourselves authentically and with ease. She has experienced firsthand how a somatic approach can transform the way we create, moving beyond anxiety and performance pressure to allow creativity to flow naturally. Sharon has led Awareness Through Movement (ATM) workshops on topics like stress relief, healthy back, and pelvic floor health, and has years of experience teaching writing to students and adult learners. For inquiries, connect with Sharon via LinkedIn or email: mail.gursharonkaur@gmail.com Information Source: Somatic Therapy Asia | eventbrite

Sand casting is a process that has been used for millennia to produce metal jewellery and components. You will heat silver until it becomes liquid, and pour it into the cavity created between two layers of sand. You will learn how to create a mould in sand using found objects such as buttons or twigs and then how to melt and pour scrap silver to make a cast copy. 15 grams of silver will be provided for the project, extra silver can be purchased if required. Pewter is provided for practice. Please note that this is not a purpose built jewellery workshop but a great supportive environment for exploration and experimentation. This course is suitable for all levels Costs: £105 Days: 1 Sunday Times: 10:30 - 16:30 Date: 9 March Location: Red Room Maximum: 10 Anna Watson graduated from the University of Brighton with a First Class degree in Materials Practice where she specialised in woodwork and metal. For the past eleven years she has worked in the jewellery industry for commercial designers and artisan jewellers. Anna runs her own jewellery business where she designs work for shops and creates work for national and international exhibitions. In 2018 she did a residency in Athens and has since exhibited in Germany, Greece, Portugal and China. Anna particularly enjoys teaching and encouraging students to develop their designs and ideas. Information Source: Phoenix Art Space | eventbrite

Learn to design and cut a lino tile and use it to print onto your own collaged paper and cards. You can make a series of unique prints or an edition of prints (all the same). It is easy to do this technique by hand so you can make more prints at home or in your studio. Suitable for both beginners and artists with some experience. All materials provided. Students are encouraged to bring their own images to work from, such as drawings or photographs. There will also be images and objects to inspire you in the studio. Please wear old clothes as printing can be messy. Image by former student Costs: £85 Times: 10.30 - 16.30 Date: Saturday 30 November Location: Red Room Maximum: 8 Rachel Cohen studied Art History (BA) at Sussex University and Fine Art (PG Dip) at Brighton. She has an MA in museum and gallery education from the Institute of Education, London. She learned printmaking at a private college in Treviso, Italy and at Kensington and Chelsea Institute in London. Rachel works with wide range of techniques and materials. She creates objects, site-specific installations and participatory events. Information Source: Phoenix Art Space | eventbrite

Event description:Enjoy the musical talents of our Laurier students as they showcase their solo skills. This is a great opportunity to support our students and appreciate their hard work throughout the term. Concert ProgramTBA TicketsTo attend any Faculty of Music event, please reserve your tickets online through Eventbrite. If you need assistance reserving a ticket, please speak with Box Office staff upon arrival or email us at concerts@wlu.ca. Tickets for this event are free. Reserving tickets to free Faculty of Music concerts is not required. However, we encourage you to register to receive the most up-to-date information about the events you are interested in. If your plans change and you're unable to attend, kindly cancel your ticket, even if it's a complimentary or free ticket. This will open up the seat for others eager to join. Instructions for canceling free tickets can be found here. To access our complete concert season schedule click here. EntranceIf driving or walking along Hazel St towards University Ave, cross University Ave and drive/walk through the underpass area—the Underpass entrance to the Maureen Forrester Recital Hall is on your right. After parking, head back to the underpass and enter through the glass vestibule, go up the stairs or ramp, and enter through the double doors to the left of the elevator. AccessibilityPlease see our Theatre Visitors’ Guide for full accessibility information related to attending events at the Faculty of Music. ParkingPlease see our Theatre Visitors’ Guide for venue parking information. FAQsRecording Policy: Please refrain from using any audio or video recording devices during the concert. You may take photos at intermission or after the show.For facility rental inquiries, please email concerts@wlu.ca.If you would like to hire a student musician, please fill out this form.Why donate to the Faculty of Music?Music is more than just a hobby or a pastime. It is a powerful force that improves physical, emotional, and cognitive health in countless, tangible ways. By donating to the Faculty of Music, you are supporting the research and education that helps us harness the benefits of music for ourselves, our community, and the world. Join us! Give today. Information Source: Wilfrid Laurier University Faculty of Music | eventbrite

Love and Laughter: A Valentine’s Comedy Show This Valentine’s Day, let FunnyPeople.ca set the stage for a night of hilarity and heart with Love and Laughter! Whether you're celebrating love, heartbreak, or just the single life, our lineup has something for everyone to enjoy. Headliner Zahan Khursigara, a happily married comedian, brings his trademark wit and wild storytelling to the stage, offering a hilarious glimpse into the chaos of marriage and family life. Then there’s Robbie Da Silva, a divorced comic who’s jumped back into the dating pool and isn’t afraid to share the cringiest, funniest, and most awkward moments along the way. Finally, Geneviève Cube Carpenter rounds out the night with her sharp and relatable humor about navigating the single life, proving that independence can be just as funny as it is empowering. Whether you’re head over heels, newly single, or loving life on your own, Love and Laughter is the perfect way to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Come laugh with us—because no matter your relationship status, comedy always wins! ❤️🎤 Information Source: FunnyPeople.ca | eventbrite

This is a simple course in which you will learn how to make a ring or two in one day! Using copper wire and then silver D-shape wire you will learn how to cut, solder, form and decorate a unique ring. You will be provided with copper wire to practice making and then a strip of D-shape wire. Please note that this is not a purpose built jewellery workshop but a great supportive environment for exploration and experimentation. This course is ideal for absolute beginners! Costs: £95 Days: 1 Sunday Times: 10:30 - 16:30 Date: 23 February Location: Red Room Maximum: 10 Anna Watson graduated from the University of Brighton with a First Class degree in Materials Practice where she specialised in woodwork and metal. For the past eleven years she has worked in the jewellery industry for commercial designers and artisan jewellers. Anna runs her own jewellery business where she designs work for shops and creates work for national and international exhibitions. In 2018 she did a residency in Athens and has since exhibited in Germany, Greece, Portugal and China. Anna particularly enjoys teaching and encouraging students to develop their designs and ideas. Information Source: Phoenix Art Space | eventbrite

Event description:Enjoy the musical magic of Laurier faculty and guests at our Music at Noon Concert series! Whether you are a fan of classical, jazz, or contemporary music, you will find something to suit your taste in our diverse lineup of performers. Concert ProgramTBA TicketsTo attend any Faculty of Music event, please reserve your tickets online through Eventbrite. If you need assistance reserving a ticket, please speak with Box Office staff upon arrival or email us at concerts@wlu.ca. Tickets for this event are free. Reserving tickets to free Faculty of Music concerts is not required. However, we encourage you to register to receive the most up-to-date information about the events you are interested in. If your plans change and you're unable to attend, kindly cancel your ticket, even if it's a complimentary or free ticket. This will open up the seat for others eager to join. Instructions for canceling free tickets can be found here. To access our complete concert season schedule click here. EntranceIf driving or walking along Hazel St towards University Ave, cross University Ave and drive/walk through the underpass area—the Underpass entrance to the Maureen Forrester Recital Hall is on your right. After parking, head back to the underpass and enter through the glass vestibule, go up the stairs or ramp, and enter through the double doors to the left of the elevator. AccessibilityPlease see our Theatre Visitors’ Guide for full accessibility information related to attending events at the Faculty of Music. ParkingPlease see our Theatre Visitors’ Guide for venue parking information. FAQsRecording Policy: Please refrain from using any audio or video recording devices during the concert. You may take photos at intermission or after the show.For facility rental inquiries, please email concerts@wlu.ca.If you would like to hire a student musician, please fill out this form.Why donate to the Faculty of Music?Music is more than just a hobby or a pastime. It is a powerful force that improves physical, emotional, and cognitive health in countless, tangible ways. By donating to the Faculty of Music, you are supporting the research and education that helps us harness the benefits of music for ourselves, our community, and the world. Join us! Give today. Information Source: Wilfrid Laurier University Faculty of Music | eventbrite

Event description:Enjoy the musical talents of our Laurier students as they showcase their solo skills. This is a great opportunity to support our students and appreciate their hard work throughout the term. Concert ProgramTBA TicketsTo attend any Faculty of Music event, please reserve your tickets online through Eventbrite. If you need assistance reserving a ticket, please speak with Box Office staff upon arrival or email us at concerts@wlu.ca. Tickets for this event are free. Reserving tickets to free Faculty of Music concerts is not required. However, we encourage you to register to receive the most up-to-date information about the events you are interested in. If your plans change and you're unable to attend, kindly cancel your ticket, even if it's a complimentary or free ticket. This will open up the seat for others eager to join. Instructions for canceling free tickets can be found here. To access our complete concert season schedule click here. EntranceIf driving or walking along Hazel St towards University Ave, cross University Ave and drive/walk through the underpass area—the Underpass entrance to the Maureen Forrester Recital Hall is on your right. After parking, head back to the underpass and enter through the glass vestibule, go up the stairs or ramp, and enter through the double doors to the left of the elevator. AccessibilityPlease see our Theatre Visitors’ Guide for full accessibility information related to attending events at the Faculty of Music. ParkingPlease see our Theatre Visitors’ Guide for venue parking information. FAQsRecording Policy: Please refrain from using any audio or video recording devices during the concert. You may take photos at intermission or after the show.For facility rental inquiries, please email concerts@wlu.ca.If you would like to hire a student musician, please fill out this form.Why donate to the Faculty of Music?Music is more than just a hobby or a pastime. It is a powerful force that improves physical, emotional, and cognitive health in countless, tangible ways. By donating to the Faculty of Music, you are supporting the research and education that helps us harness the benefits of music for ourselves, our community, and the world. Join us! Give today. Information Source: Wilfrid Laurier University Faculty of Music | eventbrite