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Additional police and bylaw officers will patrol this area on these dates to help keep the traffic moving. As well, signs will be posted along the roads to let people know where to go. ”

Here is a list of the temporary changes:

No left turns onto Lester Street from University Avenue West
No left turns onto Lester Street from Columbia Street West
No left turns onto University Avenue West from Lester Street, and no through traffic
Lester Street will be one way from Seagram Drive to Columbia Street West
No left turns onto Spruce Street from Columbia Street West
Spruce Street will be one way from Hickory Street West to Columbia Street West

ANNOUNCING: STEEL RAIL SESSIONS!

admin — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 18:56:39 +0000

Very thrilled to announce the RQ event of the Century:

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 24th, 2010

Moving Art in Waterloo Region

$15 in advance

7pm start | 8pm train leaves the station | 11pm afterparty

19+ event

Dress like you mean it.

More details to come, Friday September 3rd.

WEEKEND.

admin — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 14:17:37 +0000

Oh man. This weekend was pretty awesome.

Beautiful weather – and perfect company.

I think this about sums it up….

Busy week. Bring it on.

BEST.VIDEO.EVER.

admin — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 19:26:55 +0000

Thank you Alana. I can never repay you for the joy this video has given me.

http://vimeo.com/14190306

The Art of Being : Yoga in KW|AG

admin — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 13:32:26 +0000

WOW. Last night I skipped Cinq a Sept to check out “The Art of Being” a Yoga workshop put on by KW|AG and Queen St. Yoga.

I was pretty stressed walking up Queen Street to the gallery – things are a little nutters in my life right now (in a good way) – there’s a ton happening at work, and a HUGE RQ event in the works. Details on Monday i hope! Anyways, the to-do list is out of control and so the idea of trying to chill and meditate seemed like a bit of quality time i may not have had to work with.

I WAS WRONG.

This 2 hour session was unreal!

Meaghan from Queen St. Yoga is awesome, just as a starting point, and you combine that with Kirstie from KW|AG and how can you go wrong??? The first hour was a lot of relaxation and muscle meditation and traditional yoga stretches. All good times, and much needed.

The second part was more mind/body spiritual and tied in really amazingly to the third part – a silent, self guided viewing of both current exhibits inside the gallery. SO AWESOME. You HAVE NO IDEA what you are missing when you view art in a crowded and noisy space! You miss EVERYTHING! Not to get all righteous on you or anything, but honestly – this was a massively enlightening experience for me. hahaha.

(As an aside, you only have 2 more weeks or so to see the Kissick, Mary Catherine Newcomb & Grand River Installations… i highly suggest you get over there ASAP)

So yes, The Art of Being was awesome, you should look for the next one, or email the gallery and tell them that you’re so sorry you missed the first one and will they please do another one asap because you need a 2 hour reality check that involves amazing art and wicked people and some weird squash fetuses.

Look at how lovely we are!

Thank you so much Meaghan :)

PS. I heard Cinq a Sept was pretty boss too ;)

NU BERLIN! This Saturday!

admin — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 14:46:10 +0000

Here’s the details people, it’s a 2-parter!

First, for those who are inclined and able to secure a spot (see below), there is the “From Farmhouse to Table” cooking glass at the Kitchener Market. Once the class is over, we will make our way to Kitchener City Hall to check out the sites, sounds and vibes of KW Urban Culture 2010.

Cooking Class
The class runs from 10:30 – 11:15 at the Kitchener Market. It is free, but you must register to secure a spot. There are only 40 spots (for everyone, not just n.b.), so pop here to go through the registration hoops.

KW Urban Culture 2010
Once the fun and games of the cooking class are done, we will be (likely by 11:45ish) at the KW Urban Culture event/fest, taking place at Kitchener City Hall. Here are the event’s details as taken from its facebook page:

It all sounds very promising and makes for a great way to spend part of a Saturday. Sign up for the cooking class if you can, but in any event, see you at KW Urban Culture.

CCGG : I’ve changed my mind.

admin — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 13:29:09 +0000

You can do that you know? change your mind.

I haven’t been a fan of it in the past, but in my wise old age, I’m coming around to it.

Which is why, I was happy to read this news last night:

The City of Waterloo will be providing a one-time grant to the Canadian Clay and Glass Gallery following the organization’s release of its new sustainability plan.

“The Canadian Clay and Glass Gallery is a cultural cornerstone in our community. Investing in the gallery is an investment in arts and culture in Waterloo,” said David Smith, the city’s general manager of Community, Culture and Recreation Services.

“Not only does this national gallery attract visitors to the uptown, but it’s also increasingly becoming a destination that’s frequented by residents. With its new sustainability plan in hand, the gallery is positioned to continue to provide this service to our community.”

… The gallery had requested $70,000 in funding, but the city opted to provide a one-time grant of $51,150. City staff will continue to work with the gallery to ensure this funding is used to further its new sustainability plan. This plan includes reworking its board structure and governance model, demonstrating financial accountability and improving accessibility for the community.

This is your chance CCGG – You can do great things. You have amazing people on your side wanting to make you a popular, accessible and cool spot. Seize it.

PS. I know this is a hot button for some of you readers – get typing and post a comment.

Art & Soul – Thursday 6:30!

admin — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 16:08:01 +0000

AWESOME YOGA EVENT THIS THURSDAY!!!!!!!!! Who wants to Come with me????

The Art of Being

with Meaghan Johnson of Queen Street Yoga

Thursday, August 266:30-8:30 p.m.
$25+HST

Queen Street Yoga and the Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery (KW|AG) have partnered to bring yoga and art together. Join Meagan Johnson, Director of Queen Street Yoga for an evening of yoga, meditation and discovery of KW|AG’s exhibitionsthrough embodied awareness.

This two-hour workshop will begin in KW|AG’s new program space with yoga and meditation practice; stretching, releasing stress and building the capacity to be present in our physical body. Once in a state of embodied awareness participants will explore the exhibitions through a self-guided walk. The evening will conclude with a sharing of experiences.

Mats and props will be provided however participants are encouraged to bring their own if they have them.
Maximum of 15 participants.

Cabin in the Woods

admin — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 14:01:55 +0000

Hi! How was your weekend?

I was off on holidays last week – chilling out in a cabin in the woods.

Thanks for organizing & capturing on camera @obersun.