Events
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Valentine’s date ideas in KW
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With Valentine’s day just around the corner, there is no shortage of romantic things to do in Kitchener-Waterloo. Whether you’re spending this special day with friends, family or a special someone, with these date ideas are sure to have a fun time and a great bonding experience with your loved ones..
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The origins of Valentine’s Day
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The history behind Valentine’s Day has disappeared under all the roses and chocolates. More often than not, people have cared more about heart shaped chocolates than the history behind the holiday. But what is its true origin? Ironically, Valentine’s Day had no correlation to love at first. While uncertain, some historians have traced its roots…
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Christmas music to scare your grandparents
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It’s hard to go anywhere in December without hearing Christmas music. On the radio, at your parent’s house, even walking through the grocery store- it’s inescapable. There’s a rich history of popular Christmas songs that persist even decades later. The great classics of Bing Crosby, Nat King Cole and Darlene Love harken back to Christmases…
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‘Tis the Season to Consume
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If you ever want to experience true madness, just go shopping during the holiday season. Flocking through crowds in the mall, fighting over deals is nothing short of an Olympic sport. Online shopping is also a frenzy, with occasions like Cyber Monday causing flash sales that have caused popular sites to crash. In the spirit…
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A holiday movie bucket list
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Are you a Hallmark lover or a sucker for Christmas classics? This holiday season, carefully craft your holiday movie bucket list to watch with your loved ones. Nothing says holiday spirit quite like a good film that decks the halls and jingles all the way. Make some hot chocolate and snuggle up for this movie…
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Taking a Cyclefit class at the Athletic Complex
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Group exercise is an amazing way to stay in shape while being motivated by your peers. Laurier offers a unique variety of group exercise classes that cater to different workout types and intensities. I have recently attended three Cylefit classes that are offered at the athletic complex, and I’m definitely planning to return in the…
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Falling in love with fall
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It doesn’t take long for “that” time of year to inevitably roll back around like a wave that’s bound to the shore. The leaves are brown, the sky is gray and your, goosebump-coated skin craves the warm kiss of sunlight. Sporadic shivers run across your body as you try to recall a time when colour,…
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The legacy of Takeoff: his death, career and impact
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Crystal Xue On Nov. 1, rapper Takeoff was shot to death outside of a downtown Houston bowling alley at the age of 28. A suspect is yet to be arrested for the shooting, which occurred at a private party. This abrupt news came as a shock to the millions of fans Takeoff and his hip…
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The world says “No” to Ye
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The artist formerly known as Kanye West has recently espoused rhetoric many have perceived as antisemitic. After his now infamous tweet where he claimed he’d “go death con 3 on Jewish people” and that he was incapable of being antisemitic because “black people are actually Jew.” Ye also went on the Drink Champs podcast, calling…
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Wild Writers Literary Festival returns for 11th year
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From Oct. 28-30 the Wild Writers Literary Festival returned for another year of connecting Canadian writers and authors of all backgrounds and levels of experience. The annual event is hosted by The New Quarterly literary magazine. 2022 not only marked the 11th anniversary of the festival, but also a return to in person festivities. I…
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