March 26th, 2026

Good Afternoon, Waterloo Region!

So for those that clicked through onto the 'upcoming events' site on Monday, thanks so much & appreciate the feedback.

Since I can't reliably get the full list into the email each week, it's now going to live under 'Upcoming Events' in the 'What's Happening' section - this'll actually be a good thing, giving you easy access each time the newsletter's sent.

I'll also put a 'new' badge on anything that was recently added. For example, there's a fun looking comedy/magic walking tour coming up this May in Waterloo!

Make sure to check it out.

In today's email:

• a TON of events (especially on Saturday)
• Brutus
• the longest echo
• local goat playtimes
• & more

Let's dive in 👇

-Ross at Grand River Buzz

WHAT'S HAPPENING

General

​KW Home & Garden Show | The Aud, Kitchener | Fri, Mar. 27th - Sun, Mar. 29th | "Offering the most comprehensive information about home and garden solutions to the Waterloo region, the KW Home & Garden Show, enjoys more than 150 exhibitors and an estimated 15,000 visitors. Visitors can expect to find the answers to their home décor, renovation and landscaping questions - all in one place."

​The Neighbours: Play | The Conrad Centre for the Performing Arts, Kitchener | Multiple days & times throughout the end of March | "From Governor General’s Award winner, Nicolas Billon (Butcher, Iceland), The Neighbours examines how good people can be complicit in acts of cruelty. “An astonishing play that ensnares you in its grasp and doesn’t let go.” (Toronto Star)"

​The Nether: Play | UofW Theatre of the Arts | Thu, Mar. 26th, Fri, Mar. 27th and Sat, Mar.28th at 7pm | "When a young detective uncovers a disturbing brand of entertainment, she triggers an interrogation into the darkest corners of the imagination. The Nether is both a serpentine crime drama and haunting sci-fi thriller that explores the consequences of living out our private dreams." - note: there's also some other dates to attend throughout the weekend!

Thursday, March 26th

​The Watchmen with Stuck On Planet Earth | Elements, Kitchener | 7pm | "Two great brands in one night - presented by MODO-LIVE & 107.5 Dave Rocks."

​The Music of Billy Preston & Booker T. Jones | The Jazz Room, Waterloo | 8pm | "Lance Anderson and Matt Weidinger return to the Jazz Room to premiere a new show celebrating the music of two iconic keyboardists (organ/piano) known for defining soul, funk and R&B."

​Magic After Dark | The Boathouse, Kitchener | 9pm | "Jump into a world of wonder, mystery, and impossible moments. Prepare to be amazed by jaw-dropping illusions, mind-bending mentalism, and a touch of real-life wizardry from a trio of masters."

Friday, March 27th

​Mini Museum Explorers | Ken Seiling Waterloo Region Museum | 9am | "A special early access experience designed for our youngest visitors and their caregivers! This program offers families the unique opportunity to explore the museum galleries before opening hours, creating a calm, quiet, and child-friendly environment."

​Trivia Night: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban | E.V.O. Kitchen, Cambridge | 6pm

​Jays Home Opener On The Big Screen | Gaslight District, Cambridge | 7pm | "Grab your crew, throw on your Jays gear, and come cheer them on with us!"

​Pottery, Pints & Prosecco | Canadian Clay & Glass Gallery, Waterloo | 6pm | "Each ticket includes all materials for a kiln-fired project, one drink, and full kiln firing service that takes place after your visit. Items are foodsafe, dishwasher safe, and microwave safe."

​Dave Menard: Live | Block Three Brewing, St. Jacob's | 6pm

​Scottish Country Dance | Church of the Holy Saviour, Waterloo | 7pm | "Join us for a fun class designed for beginners. The class is high-energy but the footwork isn’t too complicated (this isn’t Highland dance or tap dancing!)."

​Ron Leary: Live | TWB Brewing, Kitchener | 7pm | "Singer-songwriter Ron Leary’s smoky, rye-soaked voice is legendary throughout Ontario’s southern region."

​Line Dance Party | Remix Swing, Waterloo | 8pm | "Grab your indoor shoes and join us for two fun and engaging line dance lessons followed by a social hour. Everyone is welcome!"

​Oliver Whitehead's: Antler Project | The Jazz Room, Waterloo | 8pm | "A guitarist and composer. His compositions include works for orchestra, choir and chamber groups, as well as music for TV, radio, theatre and ballet. He has performed at major jazz festivals including Montreal and Detroit. His recordings include a Juno nominated jazz album."

Saturday, March 28th

​Spring Craft Market | Sunnyside Public School, Kitchener | 10am | "40+ vendors and representatives from companies like Tupperware, Scentsy, Norwex, and more."

​Spring Market | Gale Presbyterian Church, Elmira | 10am | "Candles, home décor, sweets and treats, skincare, jewelry, fashion, greeting cards, baked goods, clothing, hair care, and toys and gifts for kids - are just some of the items you’ll find at our vendor’s booths! There is no entrance fee to get into this event."

​Country Sugar Bush Tours | St. Jacob's Farmers Market | 10:30am & 1:15pm (two options) | "At the sugar bush, meet Norman and Bernadine Horst and their family, who have been farming here for generations. Norman will explain their unique maple syrup process and answer your questions"

​Souper G.O.A.T's | City Hall Atrium, Cambridge | 12pm | "Enjoy a delicious selection of handcrafted soups from local restaurants, along with non‑alcoholic beverages and live jazz music from Patti Payne, in a welcoming community atmosphere. Proceeds supporting the Meals on Wheels program. Be sure to stop by the Community Support Connections table to cast your People’s Choice vote for the best soup and take part in the 50/50 draw."

​Hot Cross Buns Bread Workshop | Schneider Haus, Kitchener | 1pm | "Learn to make buns so delicious they made a nursery rhyme about them! As your dough rises, you’ll take a coffee break, enjoy samples of hot cross buns fresh from our historic bake oven and a tour of the Historic Haus and Outbuildings."

​80+ Hockey Hall of Fame Event | Waterloo Recreation Complex, Waterloo | 1pm | "Discover inspiring stories that highlight their passion for the sport and the impact they have made over the years. Games, inductions, dinner & more throughout the day!"

​Tunes for Tiny Home Takeout 2026 | St. Mary's Church, Kitchener | 1:30pm | "More than a concert - it supports a mission that provides meals, care, and connection for those in need. Proceeds help Tiny Home Takeout continue its vital work offering nourishment, compassion, and hope to those in need."

​Sharing the Passion: Panel Discussion | KW Art Gallery, Kitchener | 2pm | "This panel comes together to share their passion for art collecting, both personally and institutionally, and to discuss why donating artworks to art museums in perpetuity is critically important."

​Claytime: Beginner Clay Workshop | Canadian Clay & Glass Gallery, Waterloo | 2pm | "Our instructor will demonstrate basic handbuilding techniques and show you how to combine simple forms with sculptural elements to create fun and functional pieces for your home! Items are foodsafe, dishwasher safe, and microwave safe."

​The Good-Bye Winter Patio Party | TWB Brewing, Cambridge | 5pm | "Bundle up and head outside to roast hot dogs, make s'mores, and enjoy some fire-poked beer."

​An Evening with Stealing Dan | Room 47, Waterloo | 6pm | "Join us for An Evening With Stealing Dan – Waterloo's Steely Dan tribute band! Live tunes, good vibes, and great company in one epic night!"

​The Divines: Live | The Museum, Kitchener | 7pm | "From the sweet harmonies of ’60s doo-wop girl groups to the iconic sounds of Aretha Franklin, Bonnie Raitt, and Amy Winehouse, The Divines and their incredible band will take you on a high energy tour of your all-time favourites."

​Indie Rock Night | The Union, Kitchener | 7pm | "Catch 4 great bands ranging from indie rock to alt rock to prog!"

​My Son The Hurricane: Live | Maxwell's, Waterloo | 7:30pm | "A multi-horn, multi-drummer, multi-singer explosion of energy, My Son the Hurricane is known for their powerful live shows and genre-bending blend of funk, jazz, hip-hop, and rock."

​ES:MO | The Jazz Room, Waterloo | 8pm | "Elizabeth Shepherd and Michael Occhipinti, two imaginative musicians who blend genres to create music that is uniquely their own. ES:MO fuses a love of songwriting with the inventive musicianship they’re known for as perennial Juno Award nominees and veterans of Canada’s music scene."

​Up To Here: Tragically Hip Tribute | E.V.O. Kitchen, Cambridge | 8:30pm | "From Blow at High Dough to Bobcaygeon, this is the soundtrack of Canada done right - loud, proud, and full of heart."

Sunday, March 29th

​Berry Cute Book Swap | Whoopsie Daisy Drinks, Kitchener | 1pm | "Join us for a romance book swap to celebrate spring!"

​Dried Floral Bouquet Workshop | Arabella Park Beer Bar, Kitchener | 1pm | "In this beginner-friendly workshop, you’ll design a dried floral arrangement inside a glass dome, using a curated selection of preserved blooms, grasses, and foliage to build a delicate, long-lasting display."

​Back Then: Spring Fling Sunday Funday | Four Fathers Brewing, Cambridge | 1pm | "A throwback inspired celebration with live music, interactive moments, and space to dance or hang out. It’s your excuse to get dressed up, enjoy the music, and make a day of it - all while still being home and cozy by night."

​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."

​Mass for the Endangered | St. Matthew’s Centre, Kitchener | 2pm | "Among others - The Elora Singers, joined by an instrumental chamber ensemble, illuminates the textures and tensions of this captivating composition, its moments of stillness and its surges of emotion."

Upcoming Events

​Candle Making Workshop | St. Jacob's Candle Company | Multiple dates upcoming in April | While this isn't a 'major' event, I wanted to share it here because whenever I go to feature it in an email... it's sold out. A popular event - get in while you can if this interests you!

​Baby Goat Playtime & Snuggles | Udderly Ridiculous Farm Life, Bright | Multiple dates available starting in May | "In this experience, you’ll interact with a variety of unique baby goats, pet their soft coats, and pick them up for the cuddles of a lifetime." Note: at first I thought there was a glitch with their website booking system... but no - they are literally booked out until early May. Technically outside of the region, but when I saw how popular and fun it was, I decided to share anyway.

This is where the upcoming events website will live going forward:

Click right here to check it out if you haven't done so already! As mentioned in the intro, added in an upcoming magic/comedy event that looks fun.

Farmers Markets

​St. Jacobs | Saturday, March 28th (7am—3:30pm) - Outdoor stalls are now open!

​Kitchener | Saturday, March 28th (7am—2pm)

​Cambridge | Saturday, March 28th (7am—1pm)​

* none of these events are sponsored. that will always be made obvious if so.​

WEATHER

🌤️ Fri, Mar. 27th | HIGH 2° | NIGHT -10° | 20% POP

🌤️ Sat, Mar. 28th | HIGH 1° | NIGHT -1° | 30% POP

⛅️ Sun, Mar. 29th | HIGH 10° | NIGHT 3° | 30% POP

🌤️ Mon, Mar. 30th | HIGH 14° | NIGHT 3° | 40% POP

SPORTS

🥅 Kitchener Rangers (OHL)

Series tied 0-0 between Saginaw & Kitchener (best of 7)

• Next Game: Fri, Mar. 27th | Game 1: Saginaw at Kitchener | 7pm | Tickets​​
• Upcoming: Sun, Mar. 29th | Game 2: Saginaw at Kitchener | 7pm | Tickets​​
• First Round Playoff Schedule:

🏀 KW Titans (BSL)

1st Overall (17 wins, 7 losses)

• Next Home Game: Thu, Mar. 26th | Kokomo Bobkats at KW Titans | 7pm | Tickets | "Blackout game & volunteer celebration in collaboration with the Kitchener Panthers."
• Upcoming: Sat, Mar. 28th | Windsor Express at KW Titans | 4pm | Tickets | "Orange jersey game."

* what other sports would you like to see included here? reply to let me know what you'd find useful!

COMEDY

Friday, March 27th

​Rusty Nail Comedy | TWH Social, Kitchener | 8pm | Headliner: Rob Bebenek

​Rusty Nail Comedy | Morty's Pub, Waterloo | 8pm | Headliner: Manolis Zontanos

Saturday, March 28th

​Eric Johnston “Son of a Bull” Comedy Tour Live | Block Three Brewing, St. Jacobs | 7pm | "Known for his high energy delivery and fearless honesty, Johnston blends sharp storytelling with physical comedy, turning real life chaos into relentless laughs."

​Yuk Yuk's Comedy​ | Kingpin Bowl Lounge, Kitchener (Bingemans) | 8pm | "Featuring: Chuck Byrn, Alex Brovedani & Adrienne Fish"

​Rusty Nail Comedy | TWH Social, Kitchener | 8pm | Headliner: Rob Bebenek

​TriCity Improv Presents: Wakey-Wakey, Hibernation's Over! | KW Little Theatre, Waterloo | 8pm | "Our talented performers will have you in stitches with their quick wit and hilarious, fully improvised scenes and games. If you like Whose Line Is It Anyway, you'll love TriCIty Improv!"Goodvibes started out by selling cold-pressed juice out of their downtown Kitchener location, along with delivering to dozens of cafes, stores, yoga studios & more throughout the region.

ADOPTABLE PET OF THE WEEK

Meet Brutus!

Brutus first came to the shelter earlier this month, and is a 4 year old male that weighs 61lbs. Just look at that smile!

"A handsome boy with a gentle soul who just needs a little time to show his true colours. He can be shy and a bit nervous when meeting new people, but with patience and kindness, his true personality quickly comes through. Once he feels comfortable, Brutus transforms into a fun-loving, affectionate companion who enjoys being close to his people. He loves going for walks and will happily join you on outdoor adventures, and he occasionally enjoys play time as well. Brutus is looking for a calm, understanding home where he can build confidence and share his sweet, loyal heart."

Tap here to find out more.

And there are tons of dogs, cats and other animals that are looking for their forever homes. You can find the adopt page here.

* if you adopt a dog or any pet from these emails, reply and let me know! I'd love to send you a special gift to help get things started

RANDOM FACTS OF THE DAY

Vultures are Nature’s "Purifiers": Vultures have stomach acid so powerful that it can safely digest anthrax, botulism, and cholera. This makes them vital to the ecosystem by cleaning up carcasses that would otherwise spread disease.

The Light Lag: When you look at the Sun, you are seeing it as it was 8 minutes and 20 seconds ago. If the Sun were to suddenly vanish, we wouldn't know - or even see the darkness - for nearly nine minutes.

The Longest Echo: The world record for the longest echo in a man-made structure was set inside an underground oil storage tank in Scotland. If you fire a blank pistol inside, the sound reverberates for a staggering 112 seconds.

THANK YOU!

Hope you have a great weekend! See you again Monday 🐝

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