Kate’s 5 fun things to do this weekend in Waterloo region and area: Nov. 10 to 12 | CBC News

A cool and possible wet weekend is ahead for the area, but it is November so it’s not really a surprise.

Saturday is Remembrance Day and there are a number of ceremonies in Waterloo region, Guelph and Wellington County.

The Kitchener Rangers are hosting two games at home this weekend: Friday night it’s the Peterborough Petes with puck drop at 7 p.m. at The Aud. On Sunday, the Rangers host the Soo Greyhounds. That game gets underway at 2 p.m.

Guelph Storm are also home Friday night, hosting the Flint Firebirds starting at 7:30 p.m. at the Sleeman Centre. 

If you need to drive this weekend, here are some local prices:

Celebrate Deepavali (Diwali)

Saturday 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Waterloo Public Library, John M. Harper Branch

It’s Diwali on Sunday, so don’t be surprised if you hear and see fireworks this weekend.

The event at the Waterloo Public Library is being held in collaboration with the Tamil Cultural Association of Waterloo Region and will include art and performances.

A special event is also being held at The Hub in Kitchener Sunday night to mark Diwali. It will include live music, dancing, food and decorations.

History Rocks

Friday 8 p.m.

TheMuseum, Kitchener

This is a film screening and concert event from Swedish metal band Sabaton. The film tells stories of the First World War from Sabaton’s most recent studio album, The War To End All Wars.

The event will also include performances by Canadian metal bands Ammo and Borealis. Tickets are required.

Kitchener Tequila Expo

Saturday 4 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Bingemans, Kitchener

This one is pretty self-explanatory. Organizers say they’re on a mission “to educate and promote the love of tequila and mezcal.” There will be vendors with various well-known brands, cocktails and beer, as well as food, craft vendors and live entertainment.

Tickets are required.

The Community Players present An Ideal Husband

Friday 8 p.m., Saturday 2 p.m. and 8 p.m., Sunday 2 p.m.

251 Jacob St., New Hamburg

Oscar Wilde’s An Ideal Husband is a comedy that follows politician Sir Robert Chiltern and an unwelcome visitor who threatens to reveal a secret that could destroy his career.

The Community Players are known for putting on a great show and as such, there are limited tickets available for this weekend. The play also runs Thursday to Sunday next week.

Winter and holiday markets

‘Tis the season for makers markets and craft fairs and this weekend there are many of them, so plan ahead.

Etsy Holiday Market — Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. — at RIM Park in Waterloo. Admission is $2 at the door.

Winter Wonderland Bazaar — Saturday 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. — at Forest Hill United Church in Kitchener.

Winterbourne Wonderland Christmas Tea and Marketplace — Saturday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. — at Foundation Christian School in Winterbourne.

Guelph Potters Market Holiday Show — Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. — at Victoria Park East Golf Course in Guelph.

Stratford Sparkles Christmas Market — Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. — at the Stratford Country Club. Entry fee of $3 and kitchen and bar will be open.

A Christmas Miracle Craft Market — Sunday 2:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. — Gale Presbyterian Church, Elmira.

Holiday Market @ Bingemans — Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. — at Bingemans in Kitchener. Admission is $2 and donations to The Food Bank of Waterloo Region will be accepted.

The Merry and Bright Market — Sunday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. — St. Joseph’s Outreach Services, 69 Huron St. in Guelph.

Handmade Craft Market Fergus — Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. — Highland Rugby Club in Fergus.

There is also a coat and boot drive Sunday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Hespeler Memorial Arena. Donations will go to the YWCA and Cambridge Shelter Corp. Donations to the Cambridge Food Bank will also be accepted.

Do you have a winter market coming up? Email me the details.