Kate's 5 fun things to do in and around Waterloo region: Nov. 8 to 10
Holiday market season is underway with several planned this weekend
It will feel like a pretty normal November weekend, with a sunny high of 8 C on Saturday and 11 C with rain on Sunday.
Musician Séan McCann, formerly of Great Big Sea, will perform at Emmanuel United Church in Waterloo on Friday night.
Elmira Theatre Company is presenting Mark Crawford's comedy The Birds and the Bees, with shows Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
The Kitchener Rangers are home Friday night to face the Soo Greyhounds, but are on the road both Saturday (in Owen Sound) and Sunday (in Oshawa).
The Guelph Storm have two home games this weekend. Friday they host the Erie Otters and Sunday afternoon the London Knights are in town.
If you need to drive, here are some local gas prices:
Tequila Expo
Saturday 4 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Bingemans, Kitchener
This one is pretty straightforward. The expo highlights tequila, other Agave spirits as well as food. There will be tastings, an artisan market and live music and performances. Tickets are required.
Bespoke Diwali Marketplace
Saturday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Ken Seiling Region of Waterloo Museum, Kitchener
This festival marks the festival of lights with vendors who will have various items including jewlery, fashion, home decor, food, signature teas, wellness products and more. There will also be a kids corner with treats and crafts, a photo booth and music.
Miss Scrooge
Friday 8 p.m., Saturday 2 p.m. and 8 p.m., Sunday 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Guelph Little Theatre
Penny and Pound Theatre in Guelph is kicking off the holiday season with Miss Scrooge, a take on the Charles Dickens classic A Christmas Carol. Set in Depression-era New York City, the play follows a female Ebenezer Scrooge who is, of course, visited by three spirits.
The 8 p.m. show on Sunday is a pay-what-you-choose performance.
Buffalo Bills Tailgate
Sunday 12 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
The Gaslight District, Cambridge
The Buffalo Bills will face the Indianapolis Colts in Sunday afternoon NFL action and if you can't head to the U.S. to enjoy the game, you can still enjoy a tailgate party.
The game will be on the big outdoor screen at The Gaslight District. People can bring their own food (or buy some from a local business), drinks, grills and decorations.
The event is free and it runs rain or shine. After the Bills take on the Colts, the Eagles vs. Cowboys game will be on the screen.
Holiday markets
Holiday market season has started and there are a few to check out this weekend.
Etsy Holiday Market will run Saturday and Sunday at RIM Park in Waterloo. More than 100 makers are expected to take part. Admission is $2 at the door. Facebook event page
Guelph Potters Market will be held Saturday and Sunday at the Delta Guelph Conference Centre. Facebook event page
Winterbourne Wonderland, a Christmas tea and marketplace, will be held at Foundation Christian School in Woolwich Township on Saturday. Facebook event page
A Winter Market will be held at Willibald Farm Distillery and Brewery on Saturday. Facebook event page
The annual Christmas craft and artisan sale will be held at Centennial Collegiate Vocational Institute in Guelph on Saturday. Facebook event page
Guelph Art Market will be held Sunday at the Guelph Farmers' Market. Facebook event page
The Stratford Sparkles Christmas Market will run Sunday at the Army Navy and Airforce Veterans Unit in Stratford. There will be a free hot chocolate bar. $3 admission. Facebook event page
A Wickedly Odd Holiday Market will be held at the Red Chevron Club in Guelph on Sunday. Items will include nature infused and inspired products, tea, candles, wands, crystals, feltwork and more. Facebook event page
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