Another Halloween is in the books, so what do we do with those old pumpkins?

Option 1, donate it. Clean unpainted mold free pumpkins can be donated to farms for feed, or animal sanctuaries like Shelby’s Ranch, or Happily Ever Esther Farm Sanctuary in Cambridge (make sure to call ahead).

Option 2, you can compost it. Just remove any wax plastic or decorations first.

Option 3,  throw it out if it’s been chemically treated or it’s super moldy.

DO NOT just dump them, especially in conservation areas. It might seem like a nice treat for wildlife, but GRCA warns that rotting pumpkins can disrupt local ecosystems.

You can check out Karis’s full story tonight on CTV Kitchener!

Another Halloween is in the books, so what do we do with those old pumpkins?
Option 1, donate it. Clean unpainted mold free pumpkins can be donated to farms for feed, or animal sanctuaries like <a href="https://shelbysranchwebsite.my.canva.site/">Shelby&rsquo;s Ranch</a>, or Happily Ever Esther Farm Sanctuary in Cambridge (make sure to call ahead).
Option 2, you can compost it. Just remove any wax plastic or decorations first.
Option 3, &nbsp;throw it out if it&rsquo;s been chemically treated or it&rsquo;s super moldy.
DO NOT just dump them, especially in conservation areas. It might seem like a nice treat for wildlife, but GRCA warns that rotting pumpkins can disrupt local ecosystems.
You can check out Karis&rsquo;s full story tonight on <a href="https://www.ctvnews.ca/kitchener/">CTV Kitchener</a>!

WHAT TO DO WITH YOUR OLD HALLOWEEN PUMPKIN IN KW

What’s on Tap for the Next Few Weeks:

 

September 25 
Prostgarten at the Gaslight District (runs September 25 – October 4) 

September 26
Oktoberfest Family Treasure Hunt at Fairview Park Mall
Schwaben Club – Biergarten Nights
Prostgarten at the Gaslight District

October 2 
Schwaben Club
Stuff A Bus – Onkel Hans Food Drive at the Kitchener Rangers
Prostgarten at the Gaslight District

October 3
Oktoberfest Wunderwagon Seniors Tour – Rockway Centre
Schwaben Club – Biergarten Nights
Uber Haus at Maxwell’s
Goatfest at Concordia Club
Prostgarten at the Gaslight District

October 4
Oktoberfest Wunderwagon Seniors Tour – Waterloo Mayor’s Market
Family Day at the Schwaben Club
Prostgarten at the Gaslight District

October 9
Willkommen Platz in DTK – Official Keg Tapping (11:30 am – 12:30 pm)

Biergarten (11:00 am – 10:00 pm)

                              Authentic Bavarian Entertainment including Walter Ostanek (12:30 – 7:00 pm)

Vendor Villages (King Street 11:00 am – 7:00 pm) (Kitchener City Hall 11:00 am – 5:00 pm)

                              KIDtoberfest (11:00 am – 5:00 pm)                       Hans Haus Pop Up (11:00 am - 9:00 pm)

                              Bran Van 3000 (7:00 pm – 8:00 pm)                      Bif Naked (8:30 pm – 10:00 pm)                      
Concordia Club
Habsburg Haus (Alpine Club)
Hubertushaus
Schwaben Club

October 10
Willkommen Platz in DTK – Authentic Bavarian Entertainment including Walter Ostanek (11:00 – 7:00 pm)

Biergarten (11:00 am – 10:00 pm)

Vendor Villages (King Street 11:00 am – 7:00 pm) (Kitchener City Hall 11:00 am – 5:00 pm)
KIDtoberfest (11:00 am – 5:00 pm)        Hans Haus Pop Up (11:00 am - 9:00 pm)

DOGtoberfest (12:00 pm – 6:00 pm)      Lee Aaron (8:30 pm – 10:00 pm)                             
Concordia Club
Habsburg Haus (Alpine Club)
Hubertushaus
Schwaben Club

October 11
Willkommen Platz in DTK – Authentic Bavarian Entertainment including Walter Ostanek (11:00 – 4:00 pm)

Biergarten (11:00 am – 7:00 pm)

Vendor Village (King Street 11:00 am – 7:00 pm) (Kitchener City Hall 11:00 am – 5:00 pm)  
KIDtoberfest (11:00 am – 5:00 pm)                       DOGtoberfest (12:00 pm – 6:00 pm)

                              Hans Haus Pop Up (11:00 am - 7:00 pm)            Robyn Ottolini (4:30 pm – 6:00 pm)                                          
Family Day at Concordia Club
Family Day at Habsburg Haus (Alpine Club)
Family Day at Hubertushaus
Family Day Schwaben Club

October 12
Thanksgiving Day Parade – start time 9:30 am – Weber St. from Frederick Street to Bridgeport Road
Family Day at Concordia Club
Family Day at Habsburg Haus

October 14
Concordia Club – “Honky Tonk at the Conc” & Food Bank event
Habsburg Haus – So You Think You Can Tanz

October 15
Stuff A Bus– Onkel Hans Food Drive at Centre In The Square
Corporate Night at the Schwaben Club
Concordia Club – Corporate Night and Chamberfest 

October 16 & 17
Damenfest Breakfast (16th at the Walper Hotel)
Concordia Club
Habsburg Haus (Alpine Club)
Hubertushaus
Schwaben Club

 

Details about all official K-W Oktoberfest events and activities can be found at oktoberfest.ca

What&rsquo;s on Tap for the Next Few Weeks:
&nbsp;
September 25 
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.prostgarten.ca/">Prostgarten </a>at the Gaslight District (runs September 25 &ndash; October 4)&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
September 26
<ul>
<li>Oktoberfest Family Treasure Hunt at Fairview Park Mall</li>
<li><a href="https://www.oktoberfest.ca/festhallen/schwaben-club/">Schwaben Club</a> &ndash; Biergarten Nights</li>
<li>Prostgarten at the Gaslight District</li>
</ul>
October 2 
<ul>
<li>Schwaben Club</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Stuff A Bus &ndash; Onkel Hans Food Drive at the <a href="https://chl.ca/ohl-rangers/">Kitchener Rangers</a></li>
<li>Prostgarten at the Gaslight District</li>
</ul>
October 3
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.oktoberfest.ca/wunderwagen/">Oktoberfest Wunderwagon Seniors Tour</a> &ndash; Rockway Centre</li>
<li>Schwaben Club &ndash; Biergarten Nights</li>
<li><a href="https://maxwellswaterloo.com/event/uberhaus-oktoberfest-at-maxwells/">Uber Haus</a> at Maxwell&rsquo;s</li>
<li><a href="https://goatfest.ca/">Goatfest </a>at Concordia Club</li>
<li>Prostgarten at the Gaslight District</li>
</ul>
October 4
<ul>
<li>Oktoberfest Wunderwagon Seniors Tour &ndash; Waterloo Mayor&rsquo;s Market</li>
<li>Family Day at the Schwaben Club</li>
<li>Prostgarten at the Gaslight District</li>
</ul>
October 9
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.oktoberfest.ca/willkommenplatz/">Willkommen Platz</a> in DTK &ndash; Official Keg Tapping (11:30 am &ndash; 12:30 pm)</li>
</ul>
Biergarten (11:00 am &ndash; 10:00 pm)
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Authentic Bavarian Entertainment including Walter Ostanek (12:30 &ndash; 7:00 pm)
Vendor Villages (King Street 11:00 am &ndash; 7:00 pm) (Kitchener City Hall 11:00 am &ndash; 5:00 pm)
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href="https://www.oktoberfest.ca/kidtoberfest/">KIDtoberfest </a>(11:00 am &ndash; 5:00 pm)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href="https://www.oktoberfest.ca/hanshaus/">Hans Haus Pop Up</a> (11:00 am - 9:00 pm)
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href="https://www.facebook.com/branvan3000/">Bran Van 3000</a> (7:00 pm &ndash; 8:00 pm)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href="https://www.bifnaked.com/">Bif Naked</a> (8:30 pm &ndash; 10:00 pm)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.oktoberfest.ca/festhallen/concordia-club/">Concordia Club</a></li>
<li>Habsburg Haus (<a href="https://www.oktoberfest.ca/festhallen/alpine-club/">Alpine Club</a>)</li>
<li><a href="https://www.oktoberfest.ca/festhallen/hubertushaus/">Hubertushaus</a></li>
<li>Schwaben Club</li>
</ul>
October 10
<ul>
<li>Willkommen Platz in DTK &ndash; Authentic Bavarian Entertainment including Walter Ostanek (11:00 &ndash; 7:00 pm)</li>
</ul>
Biergarten (11:00 am &ndash; 10:00 pm)
Vendor Villages (King Street 11:00 am &ndash; 7:00 pm) (Kitchener City Hall 11:00 am &ndash; 5:00 pm) KIDtoberfest (11:00 am &ndash; 5:00 pm)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Hans Haus Pop Up (11:00 am - 9:00 pm)
<a href="https://www.oktoberfest.ca/dogtoberfest2026/">DOGtoberfest </a>(12:00 pm &ndash; 6:00 pm)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href="https://www.leeaaron.com/">Lee Aaron</a> (8:30 pm &ndash; 10:00 pm)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Concordia Club</li>
<li>Habsburg Haus (Alpine Club)</li>
<li>Hubertushaus</li>
<li>Schwaben Club</li>
</ul>
October 11
<ul>
<li>Willkommen Platz in DTK &ndash; Authentic Bavarian Entertainment including Walter Ostanek (11:00 &ndash; 4:00 pm)</li>
</ul>
Biergarten (11:00 am &ndash; 7:00 pm)
Vendor Village (King Street 11:00 am &ndash; 7:00 pm) (Kitchener City Hall 11:00 am &ndash; 5:00 pm)&nbsp; KIDtoberfest (11:00 am &ndash; 5:00 pm)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; DOGtoberfest (12:00 pm &ndash; 6:00 pm)
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Hans Haus Pop Up (11:00 am - 7:00 pm)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href="https://www.robynottolini.com/">Robyn Ottolini</a> (4:30 pm &ndash; 6:00 pm)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Family Day at Concordia Club</li>
<li>Family Day at Habsburg Haus (Alpine Club)</li>
<li>Family Day at Hubertushaus</li>
<li>Family Day Schwaben Club</li>
</ul>
October 12
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.oktoberfest.ca/thanksgiving-day-parade/">Thanksgiving Day Parade</a> &ndash; start time 9:30 am &ndash; Weber St. from Frederick Street to Bridgeport Road</li>
<li>Family Day at Concordia Club</li>
<li>Family Day at Habsburg Haus</li>
</ul>
October 14
<ul>
<li>Concordia Club &ndash; &ldquo;Honky Tonk at the Conc&rdquo; &amp; Food Bank event</li>
<li>Habsburg Haus &ndash; So You Think You Can Tanz</li>
</ul>
October 15
<ul>
<li>Stuff A Bus&ndash; Onkel Hans Food Drive at <a href="https://centreinthesquare.com/">Centre In The Square</a></li>
<li>Corporate Night at the Schwaben Club</li>
<li>Concordia Club &ndash; Corporate Night and <a href="https://greaterkwchamber.com/networking-events/annual-premier-events/chamberfest/">Chamberfest </a></li>
</ul>
October 16 &amp; 17
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.oktoberfest.ca/damenfest/">Damenfest </a>Breakfast (16th at the Walper Hotel)</li>
<li>Concordia Club</li>
<li>Habsburg Haus (Alpine Club)</li>
<li>Hubertushaus</li>
<li>Schwaben Club</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
Details about all official K-W Oktoberfest events and activities can be found at oktoberfest.ca

All Things Oktoberfest 2026

We chatted with Rick about some of his biggest regrets, who was the first to read it, and reactions from friends and family about some of the juicy revelations. 

If you want to hear more from the book, and meet Rick in person he will be at The Kitchener Public Library September 21st, and at the London Public Library October 15th. 

We chatted with Rick about some of his biggest regrets, who was the first to read it, and reactions from friends and family about some of the juicy revelations.&nbsp;
If you want to hear more from the book, and meet Rick in person he will be at The K<a href="https://kpl.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=346022">itchener Public Library</a> September 21st, and at the <a href="https://www.lpl.ca/events/tempted-conversation-rick-campanelli">London Public Library</a> October 15th.&nbsp;

RICK CAMPANELLI OPENS UP ABOUT THE SECRETS HE THOUGHT HE’D TAKE TO HIS GRAVE

The Waterloo-based Dragonflyers, a dragon boat team made up entirely of breast cancer survivors, is heading to France to compete in an international competition alongside 4,500 survivors from 25 countries.

The team includes 24 paddlers from across Waterloo Region and surrounding communities, ranging in age from 28 to 77. After raising more than $15,000 through local fundraisers, the team has now raised another $23,000+ online to help cover travel and competition costs.

The Dragonflyers say dragon boating has helped them rebuild strength, improve mobility and mental health, and show others that there can be a fulfilling life after cancer.

If you would like to support the team, here's their Go Fund Me

The Waterloo-based Dragonflyers, a dragon boat team made up entirely of breast cancer survivors, is heading to France to compete in an international competition alongside 4,500 survivors from 25 countries.
The team includes 24 paddlers from across Waterloo Region and surrounding communities, ranging in age from 28 to 77. After raising more than $15,000 through local fundraisers, the team has now raised another $23,000+ online to help cover travel and competition costs.
The Dragonflyers say dragon boating has helped them rebuild strength, improve mobility and mental health, and show others that there can be a fulfilling life after cancer.
If you would like to support the team, here's their<a href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/breast-cancer-survivors-international-dragonboat-regatta?utm_id=97758_v0_s00_e0_tv2_a1demo0jp8kup3&amp;fbclid=IwY2xjawTVx5NleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE1NFVRd0phcEF5amtyU0VYc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHu9dTjsxozDpO_ZcCmt44svy7E9HotAHW0ORFPLgmrQ3pPVpKi5_-sk19-RT_aem_W0rALIqMDeMTQILEmXxNZQ"> Go Fund Me</a>

WATERLOO DRAGON BOAT TEAM HEADING TO FRANCE

Shreya Rao is a WWF Living Planet Leader and current University of Waterloo student completing a Bachelor of Environment in Environment, Resources, and Sustainability. 

If you’ve ever wanted to make a positive impact, Shreya knows how its done!

Earth Day is a reminder each year to slow down and think about how our everyday choices impact the planet. Across Canada, WWF Canada is doing important work to protect nature, supporting endangered species, restoring ecosystems, and tackling climate change. Their efforts focus on creating a healthier, more sustainable future where both wildlife and communities can thrive. You can make a one time $5 donation by texting the word EARTH to 45678

Shreya Rao is a WWF Living Planet Leader and current University of Waterloo student completing a Bachelor of Environment in Environment, Resources, and Sustainability.&nbsp;
If you&rsquo;ve ever wanted to make a positive impact, Shreya knows how its done!
Earth Day is a reminder each year to slow down and think about how our everyday choices impact the planet. Across Canada, WWF Canada is doing important work to protect nature, supporting endangered species, restoring ecosystems, and tackling climate change. Their efforts focus on creating a healthier, more sustainable future where both wildlife and communities can thrive. You can make a one time $5 donation by texting the word EARTH to 45678

How You Can Make An Impact With WWF Living Planet Leader Shreya Rao

Every year on Earth Day, people around the world come together to support environmental protection and reflect on how to better care for the planet. Organizations like WWF Canada play a big role in that effort, working to protect wildlife, restore habitats, and fight climate change. Through conservation programs, research, and community initiatives, WWF Canada helps safeguard species at risk and promotes sustainable solutions that benefit both nature and future generations. You can help by texting the word EARTH to 45678 to make a one time $5 donation.

You can check out Megan's podcast Good Nature here! 

Happy Earth Day!

Every year on Earth Day, people around the world come together to support environmental protection and reflect on how to better care for the planet. Organizations like <a href="https://wwf.ca/">WWF Canada</a> play a big role in that effort, working to protect wildlife, restore habitats, and fight climate change. Through conservation programs, research, and community initiatives, WWF Canada helps safeguard species at risk and promotes sustainable solutions that benefit both nature and future generations. You can help by texting the word EARTH to 45678 to make a one time $5 donation.
You can check out Megan's podcast <a href="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1333-good-nature-with-megan-le-327972638/">Good Nature</a> here!&nbsp;
Happy Earth Day!

#EarthDay Chat With The President & CEO of WWF Canada 

In honour of Betsy the million km car, we want to know if your car has a name! 

In honour of Betsy <a href="https://www.ctvnews.ca/toronto/consumer-alert/article/heres-how-this-ontario-mans-van-reached-1-million-kilometres/">the million km car</a>, we want to know if your car has a name!&nbsp;

DOES YOUR CAR HAVE A NAME 

Karis has more on the story from CTV Kitchener here:

Homewood Health launched a YouTube series dedicated to winter wellbeing.

Here's a list of some local businesses in Cambridge that have deals for Blue Monday today! 

Fabutan in Cambridge is even offering free tanning today! 

 

Karis has more on the story from CTV Kitchener <a href="https://www.ctvnews.ca/kitchener/article/new-resources-available-to-help-cope-with-the-winter-blues/">here:</a>
Homewood Health launched a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AyUt-FIrdHk">YouTube series</a>&nbsp;dedicated to winter wellbeing.
Here's a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cambridge.ca/en/parks-recreation-culture/cabin-fever.aspx">list of some local businesses</a> in Cambridge that have deals for Blue Monday today!&nbsp;
<a href="https://fabutan.com/locations/ontario/cambridge/st-andrews/">Fabutan</a> in Cambridge is even offering free tanning today!&nbsp;
&nbsp;

WAY’S TO COMBAT BLUE MONDAY IN KW

Looking for a lil’ last minute Christmas moment?

The KW Famous Pop-Up Shoppe! KW Famous is a non-profit that put together a beautiful shoppe full of hand made items from local artists.

Books, pictures, clothing, décor, stickers, toys, jewelry, candy, and its all local!  

You can find it in the Bright Building 741 King St W, Kitchener.

 

Looking for a lil&rsquo; last minute Christmas moment?
The KW Famous<a href="https://kwfamous.com/pages/holiday-pop-up-shoppe"> Pop-Up Shoppe</a>! <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kwfamous/">KW Famous</a> is a non-profit that put together a beautiful shoppe full of hand made items from local artists.
Books, pictures, clothing, d&eacute;cor, stickers, toys, jewelry, candy, and its all local! &nbsp;
You can find it in the Bright Building 741 King St W, Kitchener.
&nbsp;

THE KW FAMOUS HOLIDAY POP-UP SHOPPE IS HERE 🎄

Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest kicks off this weekend and runs September 26 – October 18. Find out about all things Bavarian at oktoberfest.ca.

What’s on Tap for the Next Few Weeks:

September 26
Bingemans KOOL Haus – Theory of a Deadman

September 27
Oktoberfest Family Treasure Hunt at Fairview Park Mall
Schwaben Club – Biergartenfest
Bingemans KOOL Haus – I Mother Earth

October 2
Stuff A Bus – Onkel Hans Food Drive at Centre In The Square

October 3
Schwaben Club
Bingemans KOOL Haus – Tim Hicks
Stuff A Bus – Onkel Hans Food Drive at Kitchener Rangers

October 4
Schwaben Club
Bingemans KOOL Haus – 54.40, Oktoberfest Family Breakfast (free), Kinderfest Fall Fair

October 10
FREEWillkommen Platz in DTK – Official Keg Tapping (11:30 am – 12:30 pm)

                              Authentic Bavarian Entertainment including Walter Ostanek (12:30 – 7:00 pm)

Vendor Village (King Street 11:00 am – 7:00 pm) (Kitchener City Hall 11:00 am – 5:00 pm)

                              FARMtoberfest (9:00 am – 3:00 pm)                        KIDtoberfest (11:00 am – 5:00 pm)

                              Daniel Romano’s Outfit (7:00 pm – 8:00 pm)       Steven Page (8:30 pm – 10:00 pm)                         
Concordia Club
Habsburg Haus (Alpine Club)
Hubertushaus
Schwaben Club
Bingemans KOOL Haus – Amanda Marshall

October 11
FREE Willkommen Platz in DTK – Authentic Bavarian Entertainment including Walter Ostanek (11:00 – 7:00 pm)

Vendor Village (King Street 11:00 am – 7:00 pm) (Kitchener City Hall 11:00 am – 5:00 pm)
KIDtoberfest (11:00 am – 5:00 pm)                       DOGtoberfest (11:00 am – 6:00 pm)

                              Always on Friday (7:00 pm – 8:00 pm)                   The Watchmen (8:30 pm – 10:00 pm)                         
Concordia Club
Habsburg Haus (Alpine Club)
Hubertushaus
Schwaben Club
Bingemans KOOL Haus – Retroberfest with Strange Advance, The Box, Images in Vogue and The Golden Keys

October 12
FREE Willkommen Platz in DTK – Authentic Bavarian Entertainment including Walter Ostanek (11:00 – 7:00 pm)

Vendor Village (King Street 11:00 am – 7:00 pm) (Kitchener City Hall 11:00 am – 5:00 pm)  
KIDtoberfest (11:00 am – 5:00 pm)                       DOGtoberfest (11:00 am – 6:00 pm)

                              Jessie T and Friends (7:00 pm – 10:00 pm)                                                                       
Concordia Club – Family Day
Habsburg Haus (Alpine Club)
Hubertushaus
Schwaben Club – Family Day

October 13
Thanksgiving Day Parade – start time 9:30 am – Weber St. from Frederick Street to Bridgeport Road
Concordia Club – Family Day
Habsburg Haus – Family Day

October 15
Concordia Club – Food Bank Event
Habsburg Haus – So You Think You Can Tanz

October 16
Concordia Club – Chamberfest 

October 17 and 18
Damenfest Breakfast
Concordia Club
Habsburg Haus (Alpine Club)
Hubertushaus
Schwaben Club

<a href="https://www.oktoberfest.ca/">Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest</a> kicks off this weekend and runs September 26 &ndash; October 18. Find out about all things Bavarian at <a href="https://kwoktoberfest.sharepoint.com/sites/F_Sys/Shared%20Documents/KWODATA/ADMINISTRATION/Media%20Releases/2025/oktoberfest.ca">oktoberfest.ca</a>.
What&rsquo;s on Tap for the Next Few Weeks:
September 26
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.oktoberfest.ca/festhallen/bingemans/">Bingemans KOOL Haus</a> &ndash; Theory of a Deadman</li>
</ul>
September 27
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.oktoberfest.ca/event-calendar/fairviewparkfamilytreasurehunt/">Oktoberfest Family Treasure Hunt</a> at Fairview Park Mall</li>
<li><a href="https://www.oktoberfest.ca/festhallen/schwaben-club/">Schwaben Club</a> &ndash; Biergartenfest</li>
<li>Bingemans KOOL Haus &ndash; I Mother Earth</li>
</ul>
October 2
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.oktoberfest.ca/event-calendar/stuffabus/">Stuff A Bus</a> &ndash; Onkel Hans Food Drive at Centre In The Square</li>
</ul>
October 3
<ul>
<li>Schwaben Club</li>
<li>Bingemans KOOL Haus &ndash; Tim Hicks</li>
<li>Stuff A Bus &ndash; Onkel Hans Food Drive at <a href="https://chl.ca/ohl-rangers/">Kitchener Rangers</a></li>
</ul>
October 4
<ul>
<li>Schwaben Club</li>
<li>Bingemans KOOL Haus &ndash; 54.40, <a href="https://wrhnf.ca/events/">Oktoberfest Family Breakfast</a> (free), Kinderfest Fall Fair</li>
</ul>
October 10
<ul>
<li>FREE <a href="https://www.oktoberfest.ca/event-calendar/willkommenplatz/">Willkommen Platz</a> in DTK &ndash; <a href="https://www.oktoberfest.ca/events/2025-official-keg-tapping/">Official Keg Tapping</a> (11:30 am &ndash; 12:30 pm)</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Authentic Bavarian Entertainment including Walter Ostanek (12:30 &ndash; 7:00 pm)
Vendor Village (King Street 11:00 am &ndash; 7:00 pm) (Kitchener City Hall 11:00 am &ndash; 5:00 pm)
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href="https://www.oktoberfest.ca/event-calendar/farmtoberfest/">FARMtoberfest</a> (9:00 am &ndash; 3:00 pm)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; <a href="https://www.oktoberfest.ca/event-calendar/kidtoberfest2025/">KIDtoberfest</a> (11:00 am &ndash; 5:00 pm)
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href="https://www.danielromanomusic.com/">Daniel Romano&rsquo;s Outfit</a> (7:00 pm &ndash; 8:00 pm)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; <a href="https://www.stevenpage.com/">Steven Page</a> (8:30 pm &ndash; 10:00 pm)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.oktoberfest.ca/festhallen/concordia-club/">Concordia Club</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.oktoberfest.ca/festhallen/alpine-club/">Habsburg Haus</a> (Alpine Club)</li>
<li><a href="https://www.oktoberfest.ca/festhallen/hubertushaus/">Hubertushaus</a></li>
<li>Schwaben Club</li>
<li>Bingemans KOOL Haus &ndash; Amanda Marshall</li>
</ul>
October 11
<ul>
<li>FREE Willkommen Platz in DTK &ndash; Authentic Bavarian Entertainment including Walter Ostanek (11:00 &ndash; 7:00 pm)</li>
</ul>
Vendor Village (King Street 11:00 am &ndash; 7:00 pm) (Kitchener City Hall 11:00 am &ndash; 5:00 pm) KIDtoberfest (11:00 am &ndash; 5:00 pm)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href="https://www.oktoberfest.ca/events/dogtoberfest2025/">DOGtoberfest</a> (11:00 am &ndash; 6:00 pm)
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href="https://alwaysonfriday.com/">Always on Friday</a> (7:00 pm &ndash; 8:00 pm)&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.the-watchmen.com/">The Watchmen</a> (8:30 pm &ndash; 10:00 pm)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Concordia Club</li>
<li>Habsburg Haus (Alpine Club)</li>
<li>Hubertushaus</li>
<li>Schwaben Club</li>
<li>Bingemans KOOL Haus &ndash; Retroberfest with Strange Advance, The Box, Images in Vogue and The Golden Keys</li>
</ul>
October 12
<ul>
<li>FREE Willkommen Platz in DTK &ndash; Authentic Bavarian Entertainment including Walter Ostanek (11:00 &ndash; 7:00 pm)</li>
</ul>
Vendor Village (King Street 11:00 am &ndash; 7:00 pm) (Kitchener City Hall 11:00 am &ndash; 5:00 pm)&nbsp; KIDtoberfest (11:00 am &ndash; 5:00 pm)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; DOGtoberfest (11:00 am &ndash; 6:00 pm)
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href="https://jessiet.ca/">Jessie T</a> and Friends (7:00 pm &ndash; 10:00 pm)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Concordia Club &ndash; Family Day</li>
<li>Habsburg Haus (Alpine Club)</li>
<li>Hubertushaus</li>
<li>Schwaben Club &ndash; Family Day</li>
</ul>
October 13
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.oktoberfest.ca/event-calendar/thanksgiving-day-parade/">Thanksgiving Day Parade</a> &ndash; start time 9:30 am &ndash; Weber St. from Frederick Street to Bridgeport Road</li>
<li>Concordia Club &ndash; Family Day</li>
<li>Habsburg Haus &ndash; Family Day</li>
</ul>
October 15
<ul>
<li>Concordia Club &ndash; Food Bank Event</li>
<li>Habsburg Haus &ndash; So You Think You Can Tanz</li>
</ul>
October 16
<ul>
<li>Concordia Club &ndash; <a href="https://widgets.greaterkwchamber.com/feeds/events/event.aspx?id=12398&amp;wid=401&amp;cid=325">Chamberfest </a></li>
</ul>
October 17 and 18
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.oktoberfest.ca/damenfest/">Damenfest Breakfast</a></li>
<li>Concordia Club</li>
<li>Habsburg Haus (Alpine Club)</li>
<li>Hubertushaus</li>
<li>Schwaben Club</li>
</ul>

KW OKTOBERFEST KICKS OFF TODAY 

All the fun highlights from weekday afternoons with Rae! Listen LIVE from 2-7!

All the fun highlights from weekday afternoons with Rae! Listen LIVE from 2-7!

Rae Kelly - Sound Bites

Interim Executive Director Lisa McIntosh stopped by to chat about the Magic of Giving which is their annual giving campaign. The goal is to raise $45,000. It’s enough to match 30 vulnerable children with a caring adult.

Right now, 85 kids in our community are waiting for a mentor.

 Donate or volunteer, for more info: https://london.bigbrothersbigsisters.ca/

Interim Executive Director Lisa McIntosh stopped by to chat about the Magic of Giving which is their annual giving campaign. The goal is to raise $45,000. It&rsquo;s enough to match&nbsp;30 vulnerable children&nbsp;with a caring adult.
Right now, 85 kids in our community are waiting for a mentor.
&nbsp;Donate or volunteer, for more info: https://london.bigbrothersbigsisters.ca/

Big Brothers Big Sisters of London & Area

So you think you can tell? Science wants to help.

So you think you can tell? Science wants to help.

Smiles, Real vs Fake

There's NO WAY!?! Aren't they the same?

Rain vs Showers

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Why Kids Sports Stink!

If money were no object, what would you have at your place?

If money were no object, what would you have at your place?

Dream Home Features

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Can you beat this? Work place anniversary gifts that slap.

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29 VM's -- 69 unanswered text messages. The reason WHY she has so many unread/unheard items is anxiety causing.

29 VM's -- 69 unanswered text messages. The reason WHY she has so many unread/unheard items is anxiety causing.

KP's Phone Emergency

Poor kid - poor babysitter. You won't believe this story.

Poor kid - poor babysitter. You won't believe this story.

When there actually is a monster under your bed!

Get caught up on what's going on with "Jeff, KP & Backstage Ben".

Get caught up on what's going on with "Jeff, KP &amp; Backstage Ben".

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Wake up with Jeff, KP and Backstage Ben!

Virgin Radio Mornings KW & London

Get Schooled #43

Virgin Radio presents Get Schooled, the Finance Edition with The Credit Counselling Society. This week we’re talking about Fall and great ways to save this season!

Virgin Radio presents Get Schooled, the Finance Edition with The Credit Counselling Society. This week we’re talking about Fall and great ways to save this season!

Get Schooled #42 - Fall Savings

Virgin Radio presents Get Schooled, the Finance Edition with The Credit Counselling Society. This week we’re talking about the expense of streaming and subscription services.

Virgin Radio presents Get Schooled, the Finance Edition with The Credit Counselling Society. This week we’re talking about the expense of streaming and subscription services.

Get Schooled #41 - Streaming Services

Virgin Radio Presents “Get Schooled”  - The Finance Edition…with the Credit Counselling Society. It’s all about having a rock solid budget and a next egg to fall back on!

Virgin Radio Presents “Get Schooled”  - The Finance Edition…with the Credit Counselling Society. It’s all about having a rock solid budget and a next egg to fall back on!

Get Schooled #40 - Savings Reminder

Virgin Radio Presents “Get Schooled”  - The Finance Edition…with the Credit Counselling Society. Now is a great time to start setting aside money for gifts so you can avoid the ho ho ho - OH NO!

Virgin Radio Presents “Get Schooled”  - The Finance Edition…with the Credit Counselling Society. Now is a great time to start setting aside money for gifts so you can avoid the ho ho ho - OH NO!

Get Schooled #39 - Christmas Reminder

Virgin Radio Presents “Get Schooled”  - The Finance Edition…with the Credit Counselling Society. Here are some back to school tips!

Virgin Radio Presents “Get Schooled”  - The Finance Edition…with the Credit Counselling Society. Here are some back to school tips!

Get Schooled #38 - School Prep

Virgin Radio Presents “Get Schooled”  - The Finance Edition…with the Credit Counselling Society. Here are some grocery budgeting tips!

Virgin Radio Presents “Get Schooled”  - The Finance Edition…with the Credit Counselling Society. Here are some grocery budgeting tips!

Get Schooled #37 - Grocery Budgeting

Virgin Radio presents “Get Schooled”  -the Finance Edition…with Credit Counselling Society. This week, its all about the snowball and avalanche methods.

Virgin Radio presents “Get Schooled”  -the Finance Edition…with Credit Counselling Society. This week, its all about the snowball and avalanche methods.

Get Schooled #36 - Snowball and Avalanche Methods

Virgin Radio Presents “Get Schooled”  - The Finance Edition…with the Credit Counselling Society. Here are some of the top “Don’ts” to playing off your debt!

Virgin Radio Presents “Get Schooled”  - The Finance Edition…with the Credit Counselling Society. Here are some of the top “Don’ts” to playing off your debt!

Get Schooled #35 - Don'ts

Virgin Radio Presents “Get Schooled”  - The Finance Edition…with the Credit Counselling Society. Here are some of the top “Do’s” to playing off your debt!

Virgin Radio Presents “Get Schooled”  - The Finance Edition…with the Credit Counselling Society. Here are some of the top “Do’s” to playing off your debt!

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