Get involved

Want to plan a neighbourhood movie night?

Outdoor movie nights are always a blast! Take advantage of the warm summer nights and plan one for your neighbourhood.

We have mini grants, event equipment and even a how-to guide to help you plan an outdoor movie night.

Hit reply to this email to get started today!

Find your next meeting or event space

If you want a space to meet with neighbours in Waterloo, check out the Gathering Spaces Map.

The map includes locations of indoor and outdoor spaces fitting for outdoor movie nights, picnics, meetings, parties and more.

To add, update or comment on a space, complete this form.

More ways to get involved

• Neighbourhood groups are often looking for volunteers to plan events and activities. Consider getting involved with your neighbourhood.



• Did you know that you can borrow event equipment for neighbourhood events? We have things like lawn games, tents, tables, outdoor movie equipment and more! Interested? Reply to this email to start the process.

• The Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion has informational and educational resources online. Explore these resources and find information to help support an inclusive community.

Get inspired

Celebrating 30 years

The Southwick Croyden Neighbourhood celebrated 30 years in the neighbourhood with a community potluck!

The event included music, yummy food and a slideshow with highlights from the past 30 years. They even received a celebration certificate from Mayor McCabe!

This event was supported by an operating grant, which helps neighbourhood groups and events that have operated for two years or more.

Summer solstice campfire

Last month, the Lakeshore South Community Association planned a Summer Solstice event to celebrate the summer season with the help of a mini grant.

The event included a community campfire and neighbours enjoyed s'mores, games, music and prizes.

Would you like to host a fun gathering in your neighbourhood this summer? Consider applying for a mini grant!

Get in the know

New skate park in Waterloo!

There's a new skate park in Waterloo, by the Stork Family YMCA/Waterloo Public Library - John M. Harper Branch.

The 900 square metre skate park can be found on the northeast side of the building between the library and access driveway. It includes a small bowl for beginners and a larger bowl for intermediate skaters.

Gather some neighbours and check it out!

Find it at 500 Fischer-Hallman Rd N, Waterloo, ON.

Art market

On July 26 the Art Market will be set up at the Waterloo Public Square. The market runs from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. with live music from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

There will be artists, crafters and makers from across Waterloo.

Learn more about the Art Market.

More things to know!

• Check out this blog post about pollinator gardens and learn more about how to make your garden pollinator-friendly.

• Nominate someone for the Waterloo Region Community Foundation's Community Awards. Deadline: July 17

• Help shape the future of the Grand River Transit and share your ideas about transit.

• Don't forget to check out the Active Waterloo guide for summer programming opportunities!

• Neighbours in the Columbia Forest area are encouraged to vote on the new playground at White Elm Park.

• Stay up to date on projects happening across the City of Waterloo by signing up and subscribing to Engage Waterloo.

• Check out the Waterloo Public Library's website for details on upcoming programs, activities and events. Browse the summer catalogue, join a summer reading club, or explore Waterloo Park with an Adventure Through History. 

• The Clay and Glass Gallery offers different events and programs for the community to participate in.

• Check out the Rainbow Community Calendar to find details on SPECTRUM's groups and events.

• Learn more about reporting Hate Incidents or Discrimination: involving Islamophobia, Racism, Anti-Immigrant Sentiment and religion, disability, sexual orientation, or ethnicity.

• Waterloo Region has a long history of welcoming refugees and refugee claimants. Immigration Waterloo Region shares information on community support for refugees living in our region.

July Diversity Calendar

July 1: Canada Day

July 1: Beaumont-Hamel Memorial Day

July 3: Asala (Dharma Day)

July 9: Nunavut Day

July 9: Martydom of the Bab

July 11: World Population Day

July 11: Imamat Day

July 12: Orangemen’s Day

July 14: International Non-Binary People’s Day

July 15: World Youth Skills Day

July 18: Nelson Mandela Day

July 19 – August 17: Muharram

July 21: Chökhor Düchen

July 24: International Self-Care Day

July 27: Tisha B’Av

July 27: Ashura

July 28: World Hepatitis Day

July 28: Day of Commemoration of the Great Upheaval

July 30: International Day of Friendship

Source: Canadian Centre for Diversity & Inclusion's Diversity Calendar

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