Author: janeswalkwr

When: Saturday, May 3, 1:00-3:30 pm

Where: Meet at the clock tower in the park near the corner of Gaukel and Joseph Streets

Walk Leader: Trent Bauman

This walk will join the Waterloo Region Urban Sketching chapter as part of a nation wide sketch walk. The walk differs a bit from many traditional Jane’s Walks in that we will be stopping at 3-4 sites to sketch a few features of the park. There may be some discussion along the way about the park but the main focus in on drawing the scene in front of you.

Bring your own drawing materials and a small stool or something to sit on.

No experience is needed. Everyone is welcome. Just bring some paper and any mark-making instrument and give it a try.

Time: Saturday May 3rd, 2025, 4:00pm – 6:00pm

Meeting Place: Kitchener Market – Just Outside Front Door

Walk Leader: Tess

This will be the 4th time KW Hungry Minds has hosted a walk through Kitchener downtown area. We talk about the changes that we see – new buildings and businesses as well as the ones that we see are now missing. We talk about how we feel about the change, how it has impacted our interaction with the city, and what we see on the horizon for the future. Everyone welcome to come and share their point of view and experience.

If you can’t make it on Saturday, we are repeating the walk on Sunday. The conversation is sure to be different on each day, so feel free to come to both.

When: Saturday May 3rd, 2:00 – 2:30 pm

Meeting Point: Front Entrance McDougall Cottage, 89 Grand Ave S, Cambridge

Walk Leader: Michelle Bartlett

McDougall Cottage, a c.1858 granite and limestone labourer’s home, is located in downtown Cambridge in the historic factory district on the banks of the picturesque Grand River.

This cottage was home for more than a century to two families of hardworking Scots, the McDougalls and the Bairds. Today the Cottage serves as an interpretation centre celebrating Cambridge’s strong Scottish heritage.

Check out the Galt Horticulture Society/Ferguson Cottage Tour from 1:00-1:30 pm followed by The Cambridge Sculpture Garden Tour from 1:30-1:55, right before this walk. All walks are a few meters from each other.

When: Friday, May 2nd 2025, 5:00pm – 6:00pm

Meeting Point: Abraham Erb Grist Mill, Waterloo Park

Walk Leader: Hannah Gardiner

Waterloo Park sits at heart of the city—physically connecting neighbourhoods, local universities, and cultural institutions. This walking workshop invites participants to imagine new ways of connecting with one another in this public space. Along the route, we will discuss ongoing efforts by community members and local groups to bring people together in public parks. The walk will end with open conversation, giving participants a chance to connect and share ideas with one another. This walk is perfect for those passionate about the cultural vitality of our local parks. All ages are welcome. This Jane’s Walk is made possible with support from 8 80 Cities’ Ontario Community Changemaker’s program, which is funded through the Balsam Foundation.