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Reframing Medea: Natalie Haynes at Kitchener Public Library
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There is something slightly disorienting about someone laughing during a discussion of a mother killing her children. But that is exactly what happens when British Author Natalie Haynes speaks on Medea, the mythological figure who commits infanticide to exact revenge on her husband. On March 16, the Kitchener Public Library hosted Haynes in conversation about…
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The Adventures of Dunk and Egg
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In the wake of author George R.R. Martin’s growing frustrations with HBO’s House of the Dragon (an adaptation of his 2018 fictional historiography, Fire and Blood), his praise for HBO’s latest series came as a surprise. In a blog post, Martin described A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms (AKOTSK) as “as faithful an adaptation as a reasonable man could hope for.” …
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No Friend to This House reimagines one of Greek myth’s most infamous women
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Greek myths are rarely kind to women, and Natalie Haynes has built a career by proving that they are rarely fair, either. In her most recent novel, No Friend to This House, the British classicist revisits an ancient tragedy through a modern lens. Haynes will discuss the book at the Kitchener Public Library on Mar. 16 as part of her tour,…
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Canada’s Biggest Night in Music – What to Know Before the 2026 Junos
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As the 2026 Juno Awards approach, Canada’s biggest night in music highlights artists who defined the past year. Scheduled to take place on March 29 in Hamilton, this year’s ceremony arrives at a moment when streaming service algorithms and viral sound bites shape listening habits more than ever before. Yet the Juno Awards remain one of the few…
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Natalie Haynes Comes to Kitchener: Here’s What to Read
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On March 16, British comedian, historian, classicist, broadcaster and author, Natalie Haynes will visit the Kitchener Public Library as part of her No Friend to This House book tour. Known for blending her sharp humour with classical Greek mythology, Haynes has quickly become a prominent authorwithin the growing genre of feminist Greek myth retellings. Her work includes fiction, non-fiction and broadcast media that offer different perspectives on ancient stories that have long…
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Marty Supreme: How Timothée Chalamet Revived the Art of the Movie Star
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By his understanding that movie stars are not meant to be relatable, but watched, Timothée Chalamet has revived the art of the movie star. His understanding is highlighted in the Marty Supreme press tour. New Hollywood is so saturated with nepo babies that it is difficult to identify a real malemovie star—the hype distracts us. The era of stars like…
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Wake Up Dead Man sharpens the mystery?
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Released in late November, Rian Johnson’s Wake Up Dead Man (2025) is quite possibly the best film in the Knives Out franchise. With outstanding performances, a satisfyingly complex plot and stunning cinematography, the third installment is bound to captivate audiences from start to finish. The film follows the familiar Knives Out formula, introducing audiences to a suspicious,…
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A Guide to Better Habits: What Atomic Habits Gets Right
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In 2018, James Clear released Atomic Habits, an award-winning self-help book on how to build good habits, break bad ones, and combat procrastination. Atomic Habits gained an immense following, went viral on social media, and has sold 20 million copies worldwide as of February 2024, with Slate hailing it as the “self-help book ofthe decade”. The impact of Atomic Habits is undeniable, but does Atomic Habits hold up seven years later? For many, January is a…
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5 POC Authors to Refresh Your TBR in the New Year
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As we head into the New Year, it’s the perfect time to refresh your TBR (To be read). Here are some outstanding POC authors worth adding to your reading list. Nikita Gill Known for her beautiful and emotionally resonant poetry collections, Nikita Gill is an Irish Indian writer whose work often explores mythology, girlhood, and healing. She recently released her first novel, Hekate, a Greek myth retelling that blends her signature poetic style with a full narrative arc. Gill’s writing is gentle, reflective, and easy to fall into, making her the perfect author to add to your TBR this year. Zadie Smith A staple in contemporary literature, Zadie Smith is known for her sharp, witty, and deeply observant writing. Whether you pick up White Teeth, or her more recent fiction and essays, her work offers smart, layered…
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Festive Viewing: A Curated December Movie Guide
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With the winter break creeping in, we’re about to hit that weird limbo between Christmas and New Year’s when no one knows what day it is, and we all pretend that lounging counts as productivity. If you need something to do besides doom scrolling social media in bed, here are ten solid movie recommendations for the holiday season. A Very Jonas Christmas Movie (2025) “A Very Jonas Christmas” is an engaging and heartwarming Christmas story featuring the Jonas Brothers (of course), Chloe Bennet, and Priyanka Chopra. This…
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