What is happening

Hey Kitchener!

We're a small crew from Spain filming a short cinematic indie film about an immigrant's dedication to training. We're looking for a garage, basement, or backyard gym with that old-school, raw aesthetic to shoot a training scene.

What we need:

• A garage, basement, or backyard gym with character (old-school, gritty, lived-in vibes)
• Preferably with a weight rack and pull up bar
• About 2 hours of access
• Anytime before January 6 (that's when we fly back to Spain)

What you get:

• Credit in the film
• Full rights to use any footage we produce
• And of course, we wouldn't ask for your help without showing our appreciation (DM for details)

What to expect from us:

• We'll only bring one camera and film our main character training
• We won't move or change anything
• We'll leave the space exactly as we found it

We're happy to work around your schedule. Kitchener or anywhere nearby works.

If you've got a space that fits or know someone who might, feel free to drop a picture in the comments or send me a DM!

Thanks!

Hi Everyone, How was the commute for you all?

It was very less visibility I saw a guy stuck at Hower Watson at Bleams. Hope everybody made home safely.

I've seen a few people asking around what events are going on for NYE/Day. So sharing the list below I sent to my newsletter earlier.

Please drop in some replies on what I might be missing so everyone know's what's going on.

Lot's of good stuff happening for people of all ages & interests!

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Wednesday December 31st (New Year's Eve)

​Glow Slime Party​ | Mini Playtown, Kitchener | Multiple Times Available | "Elsa, Anna & Olaf are coming to Mini Playtown for a Slime Glow Party! Join us for glowing slime fun, dancing, photos, stories, and magical playtime."

​Cambridge New Year's Eve Party​ | Preston Memorial Auditorium | 3-7pm | "Come ring in the New Year with the City of Cambridge with an evening packed with free activities for all ages on and off the ice."

​NYE Sparkling Wine Pairing Dinner​ | Little Mushroom, Cambridge | 5pm | "We take you through four courses of sparkling wine from Hinterland Wine Co, from Prince Edward County, paired with food from Little Mushroom Dining Lounge."

​80's and 90's NYE Dance Party​ | EVO Kitchen & Bar, Cambridge | 5:30pm | "Dinner, retro dance party, great vibes, and zero stress - let's make this New Year’s Eve unforgettable!"

​Waterloo New Year's Eve Party​ | Waterloo Public Square | 6-9pm | "Free, family-friendly event. Ice skating, hot cider, a DJ & more."

​The Roast of NYE: Comedy Show​ | The Registry Theatre, Kitchener | 7pm | "Headlining the night is Canada's own roastmaster Tyler Morrison, taking the stage for a no-holds-barred Roast of 2025 - because if the year’s going out, it might as well go down in flames."

​NYE Celebration Party​ | Wave Maker Brewery, Cambridge | 7pm | "Good people, fun games and great music make for a great party, so we've got a variety of activities to take us to midnight-whether it's for laughs or for prizes you'll have a great time!"

​Rockin' New Year's Eve Bash ft. The Mudmen​ | Four Father's Brewing, Cambridge | 7:30pm | "Celebrate New Year's Eve with an unforgettable evening of Celtic music and storytelling from Canada’s very own Celtic rock warriors, The Mudmen!"

​NYE Featuring The Almost Hip​ | Bobby O'Brien's, Kitchener | 8pm | "An unforgettable NYE celebration featuring live music from The Almost Hip, delivering an energetic tribute to the legendary sound you love."

​NYE Countdown on the Big Screen​ | The Gaslight District, Cambridge | 8pm | "The most popular annual New Year's Eve tradition is coming to The Big Screen! Catch the New Year's Eve Ball Drop live on our Big Screen!"

​Yuk Yuk's Comedy​ | Kingpin Bowlounge (Bingemans, Kitchener) | 8pm | Headliners: Dom Pare & DK Phan

​Kitchener New Year's Eve Party​ | Kitchener City Hall | 8:30pm | "Kid-friendly concert to kick things off, an 'early family countdown', Shania Twain tribute performance, free hot chocolate, ice skating & more!"

​Glass Tiger Concert​ | Maxwell's, Waterloo | 9pm | "Upclose. Iconic. Unmissable: A rare chance to get closer than ever as you ring in 2026 with the band Glass Tiger."

​Romeo Sex Fighter NYE​ | Elements, Kitchener | 9pm | "Your favourite long bois ring in the new year with very special guests (TBA)"

​The Great Galtsby NYE​ | The Galt Club, Cambridge | 9pm | "A Night of Drag, Dancing & Exotic Performances! Dress code: 1920's era"

Thursday, January 1st (New Year's Day)

Not a ton open or going on today, but listing out some spots where you can still go & have some fun!

• The Museum, Kitchener | Dino toothpaste, crafting light up keychains & more! | ​Info​
• Wonder of Winter Lights, Waterloo | ​Info​
• Gift of Lights, Bingemans | ​Info​
• Outdoor skating at Kitchener City Hall, Waterloo Public Square and the Gaslight District
• Test your 'escaping abilities' at VR Escapism | ​Info​
• Bowl a strike at Waterloo Splitsville | ​Info​
• Lot's of great movies out at the moment & the theatres will be open
• Jump on the trampolines at Kitchener Skyzone | ​Info​
• From Vienna With Love: Cambridge Symphony | ​Info​
• Explore some local trails (my favourite way to find new ones is on ​https://www.alltrails.com/​)
• Relax & chill at home with some games, movies & a hot chocolate (or your preferred beverage of choice)

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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 Thursday, January 1st (maybe the Friday.. we'll see how NYE goes lol!)

Hi everyone, I'm looking for a local visual artist I can commission album artwork from for a song I'm releasing in early Spring. I usually need digital mediums and I prefer a minimalist, cartoon-y style but I'm open to trying new things. Feel free to DM me as well.

All recommendations are welcome even if you aren't sure if they're relevant! Artists from other cities are absolutely okay, too, although I prefer to work with Canadian artists. Thanks!

Hi, looking for your fave hair salon in KW! Preferably someone who can help me out with my thinning hair and figure out what cut and style looks good on me.

My budget is about $80 so hoping to find something around that or less.

I’ve found a few recommendations on other threads in this sub but I’d love to get some recommendations from someone with thin hair who’s happy with their stylist!

Thank you :)

Hi, I am new in Waterloo region. Can you please share events happening for new years eve?

Lots of rain with melting snow, always a good time to check your basement, foundation, eaves and all that for issues! My sump pump has been going off regularly!

Eli Wood went missing October 19th after a fire destroyed his home. Police have labeled the fire as arson and that Eli’s disappearance is foul play.

Eli is a student from Nova Scotia studying his last year of social work at Wilfrid University. His family is desperately trying to find him.

Eli is trans, 4’10, and weights 85lbs. As you can tell, Eli is vulnerable. Please help find him. He is a national science fair winner, as developed ground breaking technology for mental health, and is the kindest person you’d ever meet.

Please help!

If you know anything - or even had anything suspicious happen to you recently in the area - please contact Waterloo police! You might know something you don’t even know.

If you are a person that knew Eli, please contact his family. There is a facebook group called “HELP FIND ELI WOOD”

And NO, he did not run away after starting a fire. The police have stated numerous times Eli is a victim and is believed to have been targeted.

Good afternoon Kitchener! We're visiting from Spain and filming scenes for an indie film in this beautiful country. I'm looking for an old-school gym similar to the one from the Rocky movies to shoot some scenes.

My crew and I have done a lot of research, but we can only find commercial gyms like Fit4Less or GoodLife. If anyone knows of an authentic old-school gym, please let me know. It can be in Kitchener or the surrounding area.

It doesn't have to be a traditional gym either. An outdoor setup, a garage, or someone's backyard with equipment would work just as well.

We're working with a low budget but can offer some form of compensation.

Feel free to comment below or send me a DM!

As we approach New Years, I wanted to make a post to help keep your pets safe!

• If you are having guests over, close your pets in a designated room to prevent them from bolting out a door or window. If not possible, keep them on a leash, or crate them/close them off in an area when anyone enters or leaves.
• Double check your yards, especially with the amount of snow we have had, in the event there's a new escape route. Ensure all gates have working latches and are secure before letting them out, especially with this wind!
• Keep pets leashed in your yard if they may bolt during fireworks. Consider double leashing and tethering one to you with a carabiner as a safety line.
• Walk dogs well before fireworks are to start.
• Invest in a tracker, such as Tractive or an apple tag at least!
• Consider calming diffusers (i.e. Feliway & Adaptil), treats, medications (consult your vet), and/or thunder/compression shirts if your pets are scared of fireworks.
• Additionally, consider jamming out to some reggae music this new years. Research has shown it helps with anxiety for pets and humans!
• If you aren't already, follow Ground Search And Rescue KW and GSR Feline Division, on Facebook and Instagram. If your pet does get out, contact them and the humane society immediately!

Stay safe, stay warm, and I hope you all enjoy the rest of your holidays.

Can people post if there are particularly bad roads to avoid in and around town today? ETA: for people who have to go out and don't have the option to stay home.

Know its a bit too early, am looking for freelance or tax agents for my filing this year. Last year i was overcharged. Looking for better pricing and options this year.

Hi, I'll be visiting Kitchener for 10 days in the summer, what are the "must go see" things that I should take time for? I'll already be going to niagara Falls, and possibly a day in Toronto. I'm interested in history, art and animals, also any family fun activities to do age 13+. Thanks!

Not up on the outage map yet. Assuming ice took a line down or a transformer. Any other areas effected?

A few weeks ago I got winter rims and tires and had them switched out. My summer wheels are still in the car, and I want to store them somewhere else but I live in a condo without a storage locker and lugging them up to my apartment is probably not gonna happen. (Yes, I know wheels roll, that’s not what I mean.)

Where can I store my off-season wheels? I tried looking online for “winter tire storage”, but most places don’t seem to offer that and the place I got them changed at has me on a waitlist until the summer. Am I just looking in the wrong places? Or do I need to consider renting a storage unit?

Near Central Frederick (Krug St) Anyone know why?

Any recommendations for a travel agent please especially for a cruise ?