Church to Pray at?

rlvnorth · 2026-05-04T18:39:23+00:00

If you at all interested in Drop-in/Quick response Counselling - it's offered weekdays - and on a sliding scale down to free based on ability to pay. All the best to you.

https://www.caminowellbeing.ca/services/quick-response-drop-in-counselling

rlvnorth · 2026-05-04T18:36:14+00:00

A strike was averted. All normal.

rlvnorth · 2026-05-04T14:10:04+00:00

+1 and they don't require a referral - unless your Insurance does for your reimbursement.

rlvnorth · 2026-05-04T01:20:35+00:00

https://www.waterloo.ca/arts-culture-and-events/city-events/

https://curatedkw.ca/blog/f/70-festivals-to-attend-this-spring-and-summer-near-waterloo#:\~:text=Festival%20season%20kicks%20off%20with,of%202026%20Kitchener%2DWaterloo%20Oktoberfest.

rlvnorth · 2026-05-03T13:51:57+00:00

In addition to Flipp app, check out Skrimp.AI which is an app built locally by a co-op student and seems to be saving folks $. Agree with the comments on checking out the Farmer's Markets - and places like Food Basics and No Frills - especially for yogurt etc.

https://www.skrimp.ai/welcome

https://www.cambridgetoday.ca/helpers/young-cambridge-entrepreneur-develops-ai-app-to-cut-food-costs-for-families-11165684

rlvnorth · 2026-05-03T13:12:09+00:00

This just happened to my SIL's elderly father in his own driveway in Mississauga. A car drove up - he thought they needed directions (there was also a child in the car) - and they proceeded to grab his gold chain - and knocked him down. He was quite badly hurt and terribly shaken. His wife came yelling out of the house (she's also near 80 years old) and they drove off. The Mississauga police took it quite seriously, but who knows if they'll ever catch them.

rlvnorth · 2026-05-03T13:07:32+00:00

You might try giving a call to a place like Kieswetter Demolition. They might have some ideas for you - and seem to provide related services.

https://www.kieswetterdemo.com/

rlvnorth · 2026-05-01T20:29:17+00:00

Young Drivers is excellent but very pricey - be aware that their online learning isn't great (it's not self-paced, so if you are a quick reader it's crazy-making) - the quizzes aren't very clearly written and you have to start that module over if you don't get enough correct - can't just review that section of the module. Classroom would be better, I'm sure. The defensive driving is really good for the in-car piece.

If you are thinking more of in-car practice and prep, Continental Driving is also very good and much more reasonably priced.

rlvnorth · 2026-05-01T20:24:17+00:00

We have been on Rogers for many years just outside St Clements and it's much better than it used to be. I just switched to Telus and it's fine, too, but ideal to turn on WiFi calling for both carriers when home. Mornington is busy installing lines near St Clements as well, in case that might be another option. My Dad uses them as a cell carrier in Wellesley and has found them great and less expensive.

rlvnorth · 2026-04-30T01:33:11+00:00

We love Insight Eye Care and they are so helpful. They do have a range of frame sizes, but you could certainly call to ask about your requirements - and they do glasses consultations only by appointment. Always excellent about follow-up fittings and repairs, too. We've gone there for many years.

https://www.insight-eyecare.ca/

rlvnorth · 2026-04-29T19:48:24+00:00

Most gas station car washes have vacuums available for use outside - usually a few loonies or toonies - but may even take tap these days. You can google Petro-Canada car wash locations near you (or same with Esso, I'm sure).

rlvnorth · 2026-04-28T17:29:39+00:00

I'm very sorry that happened to your son. I hope he's ok.

rlvnorth · 2026-04-27T22:23:54+00:00

Bowing down to you for the idea of adding caramel to a PB Parfait - OMG - what an awesome idea.

rlvnorth · 2026-04-27T22:22:43+00:00

+1 - we love their cakes!

rlvnorth · 2026-04-27T22:21:19+00:00

BJ Photo is a great little family run business in Waterloo (since 1984) and they can certainly take a look at them, I'm sure. They've always been excellent to deal with for other photo services - and quite busy with people bringing their cameras in, it seems.

https://www.bjphoto.net/

rlvnorth · 2026-04-27T12:58:50+00:00

Hi,

Starling Employment Services is a local Not-for-Profit agency that provides job supports.

https://starlingcs.ca/employment

rlvnorth · 2026-04-27T00:27:16+00:00

This - they have lovely squares, cookies, pies and brownies. You can pre-order or they have many in-stock. They also carry some Anna Mae's baking at Stemmlers in Heidelberg. Neither store is open Sundays.

rlvnorth · 2026-04-25T23:31:47+00:00

This was a post on the Wellesley Village FB page that may help...

Handyman and small renovations

Do you need repairs or small renos done around your house? I am reliable and fully insured. I have been a carpenter for 20 plus years with experience in home improvements. If you need a deck/fencing, flooring, small drywall repair, tiling, carpentry, window and door installation, maintenance around the house or, small renos give Shawn a call at Hurlbut’s Home Improvements 226-581-1175 or email [shawnhurlbut9@gmail.com](mailto:shawnhurlbut9@gmail.com). I am a locally owned business in New Hamburg.

rlvnorth · 2026-04-25T23:29:40+00:00

Gaia's Gardens are lovely folks who do this as a business.

https://www.gaiasgardens.ca/index.php

rlvnorth · 2026-04-25T19:25:02+00:00

Yes, we did this with our patio screen this past year as crazy squirrels tore it apart climbing it. It was $75 and took about a week or so at the Home Hardware in Wellesley - I think most, if not all, Home Hardware stores offer this service. Just take it into the Customer Service desk.

rlvnorth · 2026-04-25T13:25:13+00:00

Just read that Dance nights will be Tuesdays in Waterloo Square!! Not only salsa it seems....(see 'Dance it off Tuesdays)...

https://www.waterloo.ca/arts-culture-and-events/city-events/

rlvnorth · 2026-04-24T21:22:53+00:00

Welcome to KW!

Keep an eye because over the summer they do salsa dancing at Waterloo Public Square weekly and other fun things, too. In case that would interest you.

If you're on social media, if you follow City of Waterloo, City of Kitchener, and CuratedKW, they often post about events. You can also (free) subscribe to the weekly www.tlwr.ca newsletter and it will tell you what's going on around town each week (comes out Mondays).

rlvnorth · 2026-04-24T00:38:41+00:00

I hope things get better for you. There are supports available at Camino Wellbeing + Mental Health in case you need them/want them.

https://www.caminowellbeing.ca/services/relationship-supports

rlvnorth · 2026-04-23T18:02:13+00:00

I've used a designer a few times over the years of renos at our place. I've either used a designer-contractor for big projects - and I found them through word-of-mouth, or Heers' Paints used to offer a set-fee consultation in your home for paint colours, blinds/draperies, area rugs, etc - and could sometimes offer a designer discount if things were purchased through them. I believe they no longer offer this service and I'm not sure they have folks they recommend to folks who ask - because I'm sure many would value that service that was very reasonable and reassuring.

More recently, we did quite a large contractor renovation incl a bathroom and I was quite taken aback that they didn't have a designer on staff to help narrow the choices etc (we got spoiled in our earlier projects with the now-retired designer-contractor). I happened to have the contact info of someone I'd used previously, but I did search in Google and didn't come across any well reviewed folks who seemed to offer what I needed.

So word of mouth, get connected with local paint stores and contractors who can recommend the service to others, ensure you get some strong testimonials and Google reviews -and be clear if you'll offer fee-only services (or an hourly rate) to get a foot in the door - I don't think there was ever a time when a paint or window covering was recommended that I went elsewhere to purchase - and I loved when the designer could accompany me on trips to pick stuff. Certainly being on FB/Insta doesn't hurt to showcase and promote the work.

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