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Theft

Attended my child’s field trip today and as we were walking on Christopher Dr in Galt, a car pulls up to the curb, a woman gets out of the vehicle and literally with zero shame, rips this other parents necklace right off of her neck! The thief jumps back in the passenger’s seat and the car speeds off. In front of a group of children. Classy. Is this what Cambridge had become? How do we explain this to our children? The audacity of some people. Just gobsmacked.

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u/kittyfromtheblock87 — 24 hours ago
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Local events this weekend!

Hey! hope you're having a nice week so far! We need this warmth back though 😎

Lots going on this weekend to choose from, enjoy :)

As per usual, I've put together a list of some popular upcoming events for my newsletter (Grand River Buzz - https://grandriverbuzz.ca/signup) - and wanted to share them here too.

Please comment below something I might've missed so everyone can see! And if you're attending something on the list shout it out so others know it's one to look out for.

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General

​High Seas Teas​ | Castle Kilbride, Baden | Fri, Sat & Sun at 1:30pm | "Enjoy a delightful, guided tour of Castle Kilbride and the Vogue Voyages exhibit by costumed staff. Afterwards sip on lemon chiffon tea while you indulge in a taste of tea menu items from around the world (British scones and baklava). Teas will be held on the front lawn except for in the event of inclement weather (rain or heat) teas will be held indoors."

​​​Bloom Fest​​​ | Shuh Orchards, West Montrose | Sat & Sun from 9am-7pm | "Join us for our first annual Bloom Fest. Enjoy a wagon ride through the apple blossoms, sip hard cider, listen to local live music and let the kids explore our petting zoo, corn box, playground and many other activities."

Friday, May 22nd

​Dungeons & Dragons Night​ | WG Johnson Centre, Cambridge | 5-9:30pm | "No prior experience is required. Games can be adapted for beginners and experienced players alike, and staff or volunteers are on hand to guide participants through gameplay and rules."

​Glue & Brew: Cambridge Junk Journalling Club​ | JTM Cake Studio, Cambridge | 6pm | "Whether you fill your journal with photos, stickers, thoughts or junk, there are no rules here. Just scissors, paper, fun... and some really good coffee!"

​Sgraffito on Glass​ | Canadian Clay & Glass Gallery, Waterloo | 6:30pm | "Get creative with contrast! Layer and scratch off glass paint to reveal a unique composition on a glass base of your choice."

​Comedy Show​ | Midnight Run Cafe, Waterloo | 7pm | "Headliner: Paul Marroquin"

​Patio Music Series: Zoltar​ | TWB Brewing, Kitchener | 7pm | "Good vibes, great beer, and live music. Pay What You Can to help us better support and compensate our amazing local musicians."

​Trivia: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix​ | E.V.O. Kitchen, Cambridge | 7pm | "Attention all witches, wizards, and Muggles! The magic rolls on with the next spellbinding night in our all-new Harry Potter trivia series!"

​Music Bingo: Greatest Hits​ | Rural Roots, Elmira | 7:30pm | "We’re playing the biggest songs of all time across every era, so expect nonstop sing-alongs, throwback anthems, and crowd favourites all night long. Grab your crew, test your music knowledge, and play for some great prizes."

​Brother Elsey​ | Maxwell's, Waterloo | 7:30pm | "A rising indie rock band of brothers from Michigan, Brother Elsey blends heartfelt Americana, indie rock energy, and powerful storytelling into a live show that’s both emotional and electrifying."

​Poetry & Music​ | The Registry Theatre, Kitchener | 7:30pm | "A magical evening where poetry and music swirl together in the harmony of call and response, moving through the air like dancers in love."

​Rusty Nail Comedy​ | TWH Social, Kitchener | 8pm | "Headliner: Zabrina Douglas"

​Yves Léveillé Quartet​ | The Jazz Room, Waterloo | 8pm | "A celebrated pianist and composer renowned for bridging the gap between cerebral complexity and lyrical beauty. Over a career spanning more than three decades, he has released nine original albums - earning critical acclaim and prestigious honours"

Saturday, May 23rd

​​​Heartfulness Chair Yoga​​​​ | Waterloo Memorial Recreation Center, Waterloo | 8:30am | "The session starts at 8:55 AM with Relaxation & mind centring exercise for 5 mins followed by Meditation for about 30-45 minutes. Followed by learning Heartfulness techniques & interactive session, Q&A on topic of the day. Light refreshment after the session."

​Camp 5K Family Fun Day​ | Laurel Creek, Waterloo | 11am-3pm | "Your ticket gives you access to a full day of fun including a balloon artist, face painting, tons of games and activities, a campfire, and so much more."

​Waterloo Region Women’s Expo​ | Bingemans, Kitchener | 11am-4pm | "A vibrant celebration of connection, creativity, and community. Bringing together inspiring speakers, local women-led businesses, and interactive experiences, it’s a space to learn, shop, and grow."

​Everyday Makeup Masterclass​ | Nailed It, Wellesley | 1pm | "Ready to refresh your makeup routine and learn techniques that truly work for you? Join Kalie for a hands-on workshop and learn how to create a modern makeup look that you can wear every day."

​All That Big Band Jazz​ | The Registry Theatre, Kitchener | 2pm | "Music director Simon Wheeldon and the Hamilton based big band pack a punch with traditional and contemporary big band arrangements."

​Bloom into Summer: Wreath Making Workshop​ | The Grove Cafe, Kitchener | 3pm | "Join me for a cozy, creative afternoon where you’ll design your own 10” summer wreath using beautiful seasonal faux florals. Each wreath is unique, and blooms may vary slightly, making your creation truly one of a kind."

​Mom’s Gone Mild​ | Maxwell's, Waterloo | 6pm | "Ladies, this one’s for you. Back by popular demand, Waterloo’s favourite early-night video dance party returns for another unforgettable evening."

​Ink Nite​ | Ink Den, Waterloo | 6:30pm | "Just like a paint night except you get to try the art of tattooing!"

​Murder Mystery - The Time Lock Murders​ | E.V.O. Kitchen, Cambridge | 6:30pm | "Step into an evening of food, fun, and whodunit!"

​Something's Always Flying: Live​ | Rural Roots, Elmira | 7:30pm | "Join them on a ride through the history of rock music and experience the nostalgia and excitement of hearing your favourite hits performed live with energy and passion. Get ready to unleash your inner rock star and sing along to their unforgettable performances."

​Slamdemonium II​ | The Aud, Kitchener | 7pm | "Slamdemonium II returns for an unforgettable night of professional wrestling featuring wrestlers who have competed on some of the biggest stages in the world (ex. WWE). More than just a wrestling event, the show's a fundraiser for KidsAbility Centre for Child Development - with all net proceeds donated in support of their important work in our community."

​Birth Of The Cool​ | The Registry Theatre, Kitchener | 8pm | "Robin and his specially assembled all-star big band deliver the seminal Miles Davis album Birth of the Cool."

​Tony Lee Gen-X Comedy Hypnosis​ | Dallas Nightclub, Kitchener | 8pm | "Brace yourself for a journey back to the golden era of comedy, where laughter was raw, unfiltered, and left audiences in stitches until their stomachs ached. A portion of ticket sales help personally support costs for continued relief efforts in Jamaica."

​Comedy Show​ | Wave Maker Brewery, Cambridge | 8pm | "Expect a stacked lineup of professional comedians delivering sharp, relatable, and absolutely hilarious sets - all in one of Cambridge’s best craft beer spots."

​Rusty Nail Comedy​ | TWH Social, Kitchener | 8pm | "Headliner: Zabrina Douglas"

​Luis Deniz Quartet​ | The Jazz Room, Waterloo | 8pm | "Cuban born/Toronto based saxophonist Luis Deniz, teams up with long time collaborators Adrean Farrugia, Roberto Occhipinti and Mark Kelso, to perform music from his Juno nominated album “El Tinajon”, plus other selections."

​Yuk Yuk's Comedy​​ | Bingemans Bowlounge, Kitchener | 9pm | "Featuring comedians Adrienne Fish, Ronald Hae & Greg Palone"

Sunday, May 24th

​Meet Lightning McQueen​ | The District Square, Kitchener | 1pm | "Lightning McQueen Ontario is coming back to The Gaslight District! He'll be in our District Square to help us celebrate the Canadian Grande Prix, which will be playing on The Big Screen! There's also a screening of the movie 'Cars 2' beforehand."

​Coaster Sewing & Quilting Workshop​ | Metro Restaurant, Kitchener | 1pm | "Join us for a cozy afternoon of creativity as we explore the art of hand sewing and quilting - perfect for anyone who loves crafts and a little self-expression!"

​​​​Glasstime​​​​ | Canadian Clay & Glass Gallery, Waterloo | 2pm | "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."

​Big Band Theory​ | The Registry Theatre, Kitchener | 2pm | "Jontue’s soulful vocals will delight the audience with renditions of songs of the greatest jazz singers, and backed by the region’s premier big band."

​The Losing End Album Preview​ | Farm League Brewing, Cambridge | 2pm | "Jesse Parent and The Pines preview their upcoming album, "The Losing End" and some of Jesse's fan favourites."

​The Tap Room Gang​ | The Jazz Room, Waterloo | 4pm | "A collaborative quartet that brings a fresh and interactive take on classics and hidden gems from the 1920s and 30s hot jazz repertoire."

​Rock This Town: A New Wave​ | Princess Cinemas, Waterloo | 4pm | The long awaited sequel to the 2022 documentary hit Rock This Town! From the film critic John Rubinoff: "It was shockingly brilliant...a surprisingly entertaining music doc about Waterloo Region's thriving music scene in the '80s."

Farmers Markets

​St. Jacobs​ | Saturday, May 23rd (7am—3:30pm)

​​Kitchener​ | Saturday, May 23rd (7am—2pm)

​Cambridge​ | Saturday, May 23rd (7am—1pm)

​Elmira​ | Saturday, May 23rd (8am-1:30pm)​

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This was one of the many sections found in today's 'Grand River Buzz' newsletter. Delivered Monday & Thursdays straight to your email. You can sign up here to keep in the loop: https://grandriverbuzz.ca/signup - next one will go out Monday, May 25th (in today's newsletter we also had sections for community highlights, weather, sports, adoptable pet of the week, question of the week, a great spot to eat at & random facts of the day)

u/Fragrant-Divide240 — 1 day ago
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Favour

Hey guys
I am doing a barber course and it’s been just a week
I need some people who can volunteer for me to do a haircut on them
I know I am new
But I really want people to practice on
It will be free of cost
I will give free haircuts
Please dm me

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u/Famous-Teaching8249 — 2 days ago
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Greenbrier Road apt - recycling always dumped into garbage truck?

The Greenbrier apartments are a pretty clean / friendly place to live, but I've been noticing for the last year or two that when the trash / recycling is collected they just dump both into the same truck? I have a perfect view from my apt over top, there's no divider or anything, and the bins are always very well sorted so there's very little contamination risk. There's a literal garbage chute for garbage and recycling you have to haul downstairs by foot.

Any idea why Greenbrier would be so bad at recycling? Such a waste of time considering most people are retired and spend time carefully putting recycling aside just to have it dumped into the garbage...

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u/Sequince69 — 2 days ago
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𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐠𝐞 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬/𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬: 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐍𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐲 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬’ 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐖𝐚𝐢𝐭 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐎𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐨

Hi everyone,
I’m a PhD researcher at the University of Waterloo studying parents’ and caregivers’ experiences when bringing young children (aged 0–4) to emergency departments in Ontario, including families from Cambridge and surrounding communities.

If this is something you might be interested in, or if you’d like more information, please feel free to reach out. My email is: dsbhatta@uwaterloo.ca

You can also find more details below. Thank you so much for your time!

Who can participate?

You may be eligible if you:

• Are a parent or primary caregiver of a child aged 0–4 years

• Accompanied your child to a non-pediatric (general) hospital emergency department in Ontario (such as Cambridge Memorial Hospital or others in the region).

• Visited the emergency department within the past 6 months

• Are comfortable to participate in an interview conducted in English

What does participation involve?

• A one-on-one interview lasting approximately 45–60 minutes

• Discussion of your experiences with emergency department wait times and communication

• Interviews conducted virtually, by phone, or in person based on your preference

Voluntary participation

Participation is completely voluntary. You may decline to participate or withdraw at any time without any consequences.

Interested or want more information?

𝑃𝑙𝑒𝑎𝑠𝑒 𝑐𝑜𝑛𝑡𝑎𝑐𝑡 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑟𝑒𝑠𝑒𝑎𝑟𝑐ℎ𝑒𝑟 𝑑𝑖𝑟𝑒𝑐𝑡𝑙𝑦:

Dipika Shankar Bhattacharyya, PhD Candidate,

School of Public Health Sciences, University of Waterloo.

𝐄𝐦𝐚𝐢𝐥: 𝐝𝐬𝐛𝐡𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐚@𝐮𝐰𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐥𝐨𝐨.𝐜𝐚

𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐲 𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝐛𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐝 𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐖𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐥𝐨𝐨 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐄𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐁𝐨𝐚𝐫𝐝. 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐨𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐭𝐨 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐞.

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u/Admirable-Elk9922 — 2 days ago
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Preston Springs for Sale - OLT Approved, 3 Towers, 635 Units, DC Reductions

Anyone got 13M sitting around?

FFS all this argument about how we need density, and that the density not require any parking in favour of transit not expected for decades. Here we go again.

Developer gets everything they ask for INCLUDING approximatetly 19.5M in reduced Development Charges... IMMEDIATELY lists the property for sale. Not, hey industry lets partner and get this built, no, a straight disposition with the DC reductions advertised as a selling point.

That's an extra +/- 13M that will now be entered into the land aquisition line in the new owner's pro-forma, requiring them to come back later for more units.

Can't wait.

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u/TheBlackPool — 3 days ago
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Cambridge was Spared again

No Tornado or Severe thunderstorm warning at all just a severe thunderstorm watch. Tracked south of Cambridge heard London was hard hit and Hamilton, St Catherine's and Niagara Falls had a red level severe thunderstorm warning never knew that was possible.

u/Educational-Cap-8211 — 3 days ago
▲ 4 r/cambridgeont

Equipment removal service.

Hi, I’m on the lookout for a company that can take away my old water softener in Cambridge. I recently had a plumber install a new one, but he’s been out of touch for the last month and hasn’t answered my calls/messages. I’m not familiar with any removal services in the area. The old equipment is quite heavy and difficult for me to manage on my own.

Any advice or a rough idea of the cost would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks

Thank you

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u/anii11 — 3 days ago
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Disgusting community in cambridge

Was driving home today and near zehrs there was a orange tabby cat that someone hit and left to die infront of a round about. It literally had its eye pop out but was on its last few breaths and we got out to move it off the road. So many disgusting people driving by and acting like this isnt something important or an emergency. A dying animal taking its last few breaths yet people had the audacity to yell and say move. Honestly didn’t know so many disgusting and heartless people lived in this city. Some man drove up to us after yelling about calling humane society when he didn’t even ask if we did first. It was 6pm and closed all we could do is move the kitty off the road so people don’t run over the poor things deceased body and leave a message to humane society. same man had the audacity to not get out and do anything or call himself. Disgusting city with disgusting people honestly. Cannot stop thinking about the poor kittys last movements as we got out, really hoping it was no one’s pet, we did not see a collar or anything of the kitty. Shouldve added this in before aswell but part of why i said disgusting is because as we drove up and saw the cat the 2/3 cars infront of us passed by and most likely also ran over the cat more as they werent even trying to avoid it and if we did not stop to move it wouldve kept happening and the kitty already suffered enough. That is very disturbing to know multiple people probably saw the cat after it was acc hit and had a chance to shorten the suffering by helping it but chose not to. Every life is genuinely equal and its disgusting that people wouldnt help something that was or is clearly in need.

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u/Impossible_Metal_408 — 4 days ago