The Beatles were right – all you need is love. And on Valentine’s Day, express all that positive energy with creative activity! Roll up your sleeves and make something beautiful together. Plenty of local options in Kitchener-Waterloo!
The Button Factory | Waterloo Arts & Creative Workshops
Yes, this charming building on Regina Street in Waterloo was indeed a button-making factory many years ago! Now, it is a vibrant center for art making for all – beginners are welcome here. On Saturday February 14, here’s a fresh idea. In a scarf making workshop led by artist Catherina Crezel, participants will dye a large silk scarf using wax-resist to separate the colour layers and create unique patterns. Magic! Or for family togetherness time, a Sunday painting class? You will come away with new artwork for your home. On February 15, Family Sunday – Watercolour Cityscapes Community Arts Centre | Ontario | Button Factory Arts
Cambridge Centre for the Arts | Valentine’s Day Social Dancing
Why not dance? February 15th, 1:00 to 3:00 PM, Drop-in Social Dancing. A casual dance environment for both individuals and couples to socialize and dance. For beginners, experts, and everyone in between! Only $4.90 + HST per person. https://www.cambridgecentreforthearts.ca/
Canadian Clay & Glass Gallery | Galentine’s Jewelry Workshop Waterloo
Passionate about time with your gal pals? Grab your besties on February 14 for a Gal’entines’ jewelry making workshop at the Clay & Glass! And of course, nosh on popcorn, chips and fizzy drinks while you watch “Legally Blonde”. Make either a pair of earrings, a pendant necklace, or a small sculpture to remember the fun. Space is limited for this fundraising program so register soon at the Eventbrite link on the gallery’s website. Home – The Canadian Clay and Glass Gallery
KWFamous Creative Café | Creative Date Spot in Downtown Kitchener
Looking for a more spontaneous and unstructured creative activity? Check out The Creative Café in the Bright Building at 741 King Street West in Kitchener. The funky vintage looking sign sets the tone. Right in the tech heart of the city, this spot is fertile ground for the next BIG THING. The KWFamous Creative Café is more than a café and more than a gallery. It’s a living room for local culture, designed to bring artists, entrepreneurs, and curious humans together over really good coffee. The café includes a playful, food-inspired menu of curated art kits—order what you’re in the mood to make, no experience required. All kits include materials + simple prompts. Order at the counter, make it at your table. A new way to connect with each other and with other creatives. Check it out! KWFamous
Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery (KWAG) | Valentine’s Date Night Ideas
Even if it’s not Valentines Day, make it a date night at KWAG! Savour a “Feast for the Senses”. A chef creates dishes inspired by works of art on exhibition and a sommelier pairs the dishes. Mark your calendar for Thursday April 16th. Or just visit the art gallery on any Friday or Saturday evening. For example, an exciting contemporary exhibition opens on Saturday February 21st from 2:00 to 4:00 PM, with the artist talk at 2:30. This show is international – featuring artists from Norway and Austria. And then maybe dinner to follow in downtown Kitchener? So romantic. Homepage | Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery