City of Kitchener Announces In-Person Events are Returning in 2022

It was announced today that many events are planned for this year at various locations in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada.  Many familiar festivities and getting set to happen soon along with some new ones too!

Here is a list provided by the City of Kitchener

 

Events and festivals 

King StrEATery Food Truck Festival & Our World Festival of Music 

Sunday, June 12 

Join Big Brothers Big Sisters of Waterloo Region for the largest food truck festival of the year with more than a dozen food trucks, craft beer garden, live music,

 and entertainment.  

Neighbours Night 

Friday, June 17, Victoria Park 

Kick off the summer with the city’s first major outdoor event since 2019. Bring your lawn chairs to Victoria Park, reconnect with neighbours from across our community

 and enjoy a free concert headlined by national recording artists Virginia to Vegas and Delaney Jane with special guest Reve. More details to come.  

Neighbours Day

Saturday, June 18 

Residents are invited to join us for a neighbourhood porch party! From porches to driveways, front lawns to boulevards, local musicians will lend their unique talents

 by staging pop-up concerts in neighbourhoods all over Kitchener.  

Summer Lights Festival 

Saturday, June 18 

Ignite the night by celebrating the best of art, tech, dance, music and creative experiences in Downtown Kitchener. More details about the region’s most popular nighttime festival will be announced in the coming months. 

KW Multicultural Festival

 June 25-26, Victoria Park 

An opportunity for the community to share food, fun, music, and dance. Featuring community groups, ethnic associations, artisans, and both professional and amateur

 performers from our community. Applications will open soon. 

Canada Day 

Friday, July 1, Downtown Kitchener 

Join us for the annual Canada Day celebration on July 1 in downtown Kitchener with activities for the whole family and a huge concert into the evening to cap off the night. 

Cruising on King 

Friday, July 9, Downtown Kitchener 

The biggest street party of the year is back with classic cars lining King Street surrounded by live entertainment and bustling patios. 

 

Downtown Kitchener Ribfest and Craft Beer Show 

July 15-17, Victoria Park 

Celebrate the best summer has to offer! Enjoy mouth-watering barbequed ribs and chicken, an incredible selection of Ontario craft-brewed beer, plus live entertainment,

 and a Kids Fun Zone, all in the open atmosphere of Victoria Park. 

Wayback Festival 

Saturday, July 23 

Kitchener’s annual classic-rock weekend returns under a new name. This year’s concert will be headlined by legendary Canadian rockers. Stay tuned for artist announcements.  

 

TD Kitchener Blues Festival 

August 4-7, Downtown Kitchener 

The largest true blues festival in Canada returns with four days of outstanding international blues acts and local talent.

Kidspark

 

Sunday, August 21, Victoria Park 

It’s fun. It’s free. It’s amazing.  Kids of all ages are invited to the annual festival in Victoria Park, bringing together music, learning, food, and fun. 

K-W Oktoberfest 

September 23 – October 15 

Canada’s largest Bavarian Festival is back this year, better than ever! Onkel Hans and Tante Frieda are excited to see you don your Tracht, raise a stein, polka around, and enjoy delicious Bavarian cuisine from German Clubs and local restaurant partners. 

KW Greek Festival 

Eat, drink, dance, Opa! 2022 festival date and details to be announced. 

 

Local sports 

Kitchener Rangers 

The Rangers are welcoming fans back in full capacity at the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium. There are only two home games left at the Aud this season where you can cheer on the Rangers as they make a late season playoff push.  

KW Titans 

Opening their National Basketball League of Canada season with a new coach in February, the Titans are happy to welcome fans back in full capacity at the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium. Single and group tickets are on sale now. 

Kitchener Panthers 

The Intercounty Baseball League season is almost here! The Panthers’ opening day is on Friday, May 20 in London and they return to Jack Couch Park for their home opener on Monday, May 23. Single and season tickets are on sale now. 

City facilitates and downtown patios 

Kitchener Market 

Full capacity and special events have returned to the Kitchener Market! Visit the Market events calendar to see what is planned, like the

DTK Maple Sugar Shack on April 2. The Saturday farmers’ market will have vendors moving outdoors soon. Look for live music, movies, artisan markets, cooking and DIY classes all spring and summer. 

Community centres 

City community centres are hosting fun and activities throughout the spring and summer. Look for neighbourhood events near you 

Outdoor patios 

Restaurant patios have become a permanent fixture across our community. The City anticipates as many as 75 expanded patios to continue across Kitchener. 25 of these patios will be in Downtown Kitchener thanks to the Downtown Kitchener BIA’s Patio Program featuring a custom-designed patio experience.

 

Arts and culture 

KW Art Gallery: Expressions 

February 19 – May 15, 2022 

Every year, Expressions showcases student art from across Waterloo Region and highlights the perspectives and experiences of young artists in our community. This year,

 students were encouraged to see celestial movement as a symbol of change and reflect on how they have moved, adapted and grown over the past year. 

THEMUSEUM: UNZIPPED 

Extended until April 18, 2022 

UNZIPPED is the first international exhibition devoted to the world-famous rock band, The Rolling Stones. 

For more info please visit https://www.kitchener.ca/en/news/welcome-back-kitchener-city-coming-back-to-life-with-in-person-events-festivals-and-sports.aspx

Luna, Chip and Inkie: Adventure Rangers Go - Review and Giveaway

We'll start with the Disclaimer - Yes, I did receive early episodes for review, but this just means I'm able to giveaway a prize too! Enter the contest at the end of this post.

Over the last few months, we have been telling you about the new Knowledge Kids show Luna, Chip and Inkie: Adventure Rangers Go. It is headed to a digital screen near you on April 4, 2022 but we are able to catch a sneak peek of the upcoming episodes. This show is sure to be a hit for families with young ones.  This adorable animated series has lots of lessons, problem-solving processes and giggles galore! The show will appeal to a modern-day audience by showing teachable moments. The episodes had topics like best hygiene practices when you are sick, learning how to work together for a common goal and it even had an episode about self-regulation and belly breathing! Take a look at the trailer below to see what this series has in store.

Set in the forests, mountains, lakes and ocean near the fictional town of Eagle Creek, the series is inspired by the rugged, natural beauty of the Pacific West Coast. In each episode, the trio of enthusiastic helpers tackle problems in their town, but not before they experience some hilarious flops that require them to look for different ways of unlocking a solution. Our heroes remind young viewers that even though they might feel overwhelmed as they face challenges, looking at the problem in a different way and having the resilience to try again are the keys to unlocking solutions. 

We think Parents with Children aged 3-6 will really enjoy watching Luna, Chip and Inkie: Adventure Rangers Go together as a family.

Where to Find Luna, Chip and Inkie: Adventure Rangers Go

During the first three weeks of its release, there will be 15 episodes to watch (5 each week for the first 3 weeks of April) and then additional episodes will be added through the year. They will all stream for FREE on Knowledge Kids.ca making this show accessible to everyone with digital devices.

About Knowledge Kids 

Knowledge Kids is a safe, trusted environment with the best and brightest shows for kids aged  2-8 brought to you by Knowledge Network, B.C. 's viewer-supported public broadcaster. Free and commercial-free, Knowledge Kids is available on Knowledge Network’s television service in  B.C. and across Canada via the KnowledgeKids.ca website and Knowledge Kids streaming video  apps, available for iOS, Android, Apple TV, Roku and the Amazon Fire Stick. For  more information, visit Knowledge.ca or KnowledgeKids.ca or follow Knowledge Kids on Facebook and Instagram @KnowledgeKids

Enter To Win

Luna, Chip and Inkie: Adventure Rangers Go is about to be released on Knowledge Kids and we are celebrating with a giveaway! 

GIVEAWAY

The prize pack will include the following

Adventure Rangers Backpack

Flashlight

Binoculars

Seed packages

Stickers 

Button 

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Easter Egg Hunt List for Kitchener Waterloo and Area 2022

Many of these Easter Egg Hunts require pre-registration, so check ALL the links to ensure you don't miss out! NOTE: PRICES VARY

April 3, 2022

Spring Shop and Egg Hunt at the Cambridge Newfoundland Club 11am-4pm

https://www.facebook.com/events/1097571021095062

April 9, 2022

Schneider Haus Egg-stravaganza

Event runs rain or shine. This event takes place entirely outdoors, please dress accordingly. The Historic Haus and galleries will be closed.

Time Tickets available between 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Tickets are for a 60 minute visit. Info https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/schneider-haus-egg-stravaganza-tickets-294593807007

Easter Party and Egg Hunt from Storybook Events 11am-1pm https://www.storybookevents.ca/event-details/easter-party-egg-hunt

Easter Chicks DIY Photos and Egg Hunt at Parkwood Gardens Church Guelph 9am-5:30pm Free to register at https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/easter-chicks-diy-photos-and-egg-hunt-at-parkwood-gardens-church-tickets-291468308557

EASTER WEEKEND
April 15-18 Easter Egg Hunt for a Donut at en route for children 12 and under https://www.onroute.ca/news/easter-weekend

Good Friday

April 15, 2022

National Service Dogs Easter Egg Hunt for Dogs and Their Families. Info at https://nsd.on.ca/easter-egg-hunt-for-dogs/ then scroll down and pick Kitchener or Guelph for the local information

Easter at Addie's in Saint George  (near Brantford)

10am-2pm 

Take part in the festivities with crafts, games, vendors, a petting zoo, and egg hunts! https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/8th-annual-easter-at-addies-tickets-275027323127

CC Alexander's Easter Egg Hunt For The Kids in Brantford Good Friday, April 15th Noon-3pm https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/cc-alexanders-easter-egg-hunt-for-the-kids-tickets-290602829887

April 16

Steckle Farm Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt - SOLD OUT https://stecklehomestead.ca/family-farm-programs/upcomingevents/easter-egg-hunt/

Easter Egg Hunt at Victoria Park Kitchener at 10:30am at the Gazebo from 519 Community Collective https://www.facebook.com/groups/519communitycollective/posts/1276557979538921

Egg Decorating at Kitchener Market 9am-11am https://calendar.kitchenermarket.ca/default/Detail/2022-04-16-0900-Egg-cited-for-Spring-Family-Activity (not a hunt, but Easter Egg family activity)

Easter Egg Hunt at Six Nations Chiefswood National Historic Site (Brant County) 10am https://chiefswoodnhs.ca/easter-egg-hunt/

Rockwood Nursery School Easter Egg Hunt at Rockmosa Park (15 mins from Guelph) Times vary by age group https://www.facebook.com/rockwoodnurseryschool/posts/1671385273201078

April 17

HAPPY EASTER

April 18

Easter Egg Hunt at 1pm at the Mill Courtland Community Centre

https://www.instagram.com/p/CcOzvoWOCq2

As more are confirmed they will be added. If you know of others, please list them in comments or on our FACEBOOK GROUP https://www.facebook.com/groups/2369595749

NEED IDEAS TO PLAN YOUR OWN UNIQUE EASTER HUNT? THEN HEAD TO https://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.com/2019/03/unique-easter-hunts-are-so-much-fun.html

March Break, St. Patrick's Day, KW Titans and More Events, Activities and Stuff to do in Kitchener Waterloo

 

Please check all the links listed as info tends to change without our knowledge.  We also suggest you go through the full list as some activities require you to pre-register and many have limited spaces.  The top part of our list is for ONGOING EVENTS and further down you can see the MONTH SPECIFIC EVENTS

Virtual Painting Classes from Artist's Palette Durham https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIvFrRQHTlJF34xw2-LmcZg

Michael's Free Online Crafting Classes https://canada.michaels.com/en/onlineclasses

Artshine YouTube Lessons https://www.youtube.com/c/Artshine/videos

Looking for new things to do with your child? Do you think your child would enjoy participating in science? If your child is between the ages of 3-7, they are eligible to sign-up for an online study with researchers at the University of Waterloo. Participation is free and the studies are quite fun for children! Children get a certificate at the end and a chance to win a $50 Amazon gift card. A typical session involves a 25-minute Zoom video call with their researchers. If you would like to sign-up, please visit https://www.uwcoral.ca/sign-up. If you have any questions, please email developmentalonline@uwaterloo.ca

Early Years events on Zoom for registration info visit https://earlyyearsinfo.ca

YMCA Virtual Events https://www.thisisy.ca/

KPL Calendar https://kplca.evanced.info/signup/

WPL Calendar http://calendar.wpl.ca/eventcalendar.asp?lib=all

Region of Waterloo Library Calendar https://www.rwlibrary.ca/en/programs-events/virtual-programs.aspx

Cambridge Libraries Calendar https://ideaexchange.org/programs-events 

City of Waterloo Museum Activities https://www.waterloo.ca/en/things-to-do/city-of-waterloo-museum.?_mid_=1764

Region of Waterloo Museum (DOON) events https://www.waterlooregionmuseum.ca/en/index.aspx#

Joseph Schneider Haus events https://www.schneiderhaus.ca/en/index.aspx

Woodside National Historic Site Self Guided Tours Thursday and Fridays https://www.facebook.com/WoodsideNHS/photos/a.797717783604573/4705277552848557

Wilmot Family Resource Centre https://wilmotfamilyresourcecentre.wordpress.com/events/calendar

KW Adventure Walks https://kwescape.ca/games

KW Titans Schedule https://www.kwtitans.com/games/

Kitchener Market Events Calendar https://calendar.kitchenermarket.ca/default/Month

Breastfeeding Buddies @ Kitchener Market - Fridays at Noon https://www.facebook.com/events/1621771831554485/?ti=ls

Saturdays watch new episodes of Ukulele U with Kitchener's Isy https://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.com/2022/02/the-amazing-isy-aboagye-takes-her.html

ONE MONTH FREE TRIAL – MUSIC LESSONS

In this unique Preschool Music Program, we learn all about Rhythm & Melody, PLUS children learn how to read Bars of music, make their own Bars of music and read Notes in a Scale on the Staff!

Come try it out! One Month Free!

After the free trial, if you are interested in signing up, classes start from $350 depending on Program purchased, Program Time purchased and age of your child. Do you have questions? Book a free Zoom Call to ask all about it! https://calendly.com/anatworld/music-lessons-2021 

Are you ready to jump on in for the Month's Trial, Click here: https://anatworld.convertri.com/free-month-trial

 The Giggle Mat is a brand new children's show!

https://www.facebook.com/TheGiggleMat 

Come visit Dizzy, Mr. Purpleman, Miss Kate and Uncle PJ as they discover, explore and express themselves in the amazing world around them through stories, music, dance, crafts, juggling, magic, laughs and more!"Like" on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGiggleMat/​​​

Website: https://www.nuvoentertainment.com/the-giggle-mat

MARCH 2022 Events

March 5-17

Irish Real Life Festival. Various Events https://www.irishreallifekw.com/calendar or https://www.irishreallifekw.com/

March 6

KWAG Family Sunday Online event https://kwag.ca/civicrm/event/info%3Fid%3D448%26reset%3D1

March 7

Celebrating Women Leading in the Arts online event 11:30am-1pm Register https://secureca.imodules.com/s/1681/15/news-events.aspx?sid=1681&gid=2&pgid=4399&cid=12483

March 8

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY

High Tea and Tales with Muslim Women @ The Family Centre at 5:30pm. Registration by donation at https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/high-tea-and-tales-with-muslim-women-tickets-269067286497

March 11

KW TITANS Game @ The Aud https://www.kwtitans.com/games/ 7pm

March 13

Free public skate at RIM Park courtesy of Kuppers + Greene Orthodontics on March 13 from 3:30 to 4:20 p.m. Registration info at https://events.waterloo.ca/default/Detail/2022-03-17-0900-March-Break-activities

KW TITANS Game @ The Aud https://www.kwtitans.com/games/ 2pm

FIRST RESPONDERS GAME

MARCH BREAK

Dino Drive Thru @ Bingemans Beginning March 11 Various Prices https://www.dinodrivethru.ca/ 

Also, Bingemans has Funworx and Kingpin Bowlounge open https://bingemans.com/

March 14-18 In Person March Break Programing TBA for City of Waterloo Museum (Conestoga Mall) https://www.facebook.com/groups/2369595749/posts/10159895916230750/

Swimming @ the Waterloo Rec Complex during March Break 

Monday to Friday public swims from 1:30 to 2:15 p.m. and 3:00 to 4:15 p.m.
Monday, Wednesday, Friday public swim from 7:45 to 9:00 p.m. (diving boards will be open 8:10-9:00 p.m.).

City of Waterloo Museum (Conestoga Mall)
Join us Monday to Friday between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. to explore our Health in Space exhibit and find out what it is like to be an astronaut. Discover which foods you can take to space and try our ‘I spy’ game. All completed ‘I spy’ cards will be entered to win a space themed prize! Info from https://events.waterloo.ca/default/Detail/2022-03-17-0900-March-Break-activities

Time for Toys @ Castle Kilbride in Baden March 16-20 $25 per Family 10am or 2pm https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/time-with-toys-family-tour-tickets-252237999647

March 14

Erick Traplin Virtural Show March 14, 10:30 am The Guelph Library - Virtual Show- www.guelphpl.ca info from https://www.facebook.com/erick.traplin.9/posts/10159686962216023

Regular price public skates at RIM Park are on March 14, 16 and 17 from 1:30 to 2:20 p.m. and 3:00 to 3:50 p.m.Registration info at https://events.waterloo.ca/default/Detail/2022-03-17-0900-March-Break-activities

March 15

Erick Traplin Live @ Kitchener Market 11am info from https://www.facebook.com/erick.traplin.9/posts/10159686962216023

March 16

Regular price public skates at RIM Park are on March 14, 16 and 17 from 1:30 to 2:20 p.m. and 3:00 to 3:50 p.m.Registration info at https://events.waterloo.ca/default/Detail/2022-03-17-0900-March-Break-activities

March 17

HAPPY ST. PATRICK'S DAY

Erick Traplin Live @ Kitchener Market 11am info from https://www.facebook.com/erick.traplin.9/posts/10159686962216023

Regular price public skates at RIM Park are on March 14, 16 and 17 from 1:30 to 2:20 p.m. and 3:00 to 3:50 p.m.Registration info at https://events.waterloo.ca/default/Detail/2022-03-17-0900-March-Break-activities

Living and Working in Space Zoom Event at 6pm. Register https://www.eventbrite.com/e/living-and-working-in-space-registration-280209372777

March 19

Ramadan Bazaar @ Bingemans 10am-5pm https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/ramadan-bazaar-2022-tickets-252294919897

March 20

Kitchener Model Train Show @ Bingemans 9:30am-3pm Various prices https://www.facebook.com/events/1158504648290723/

March 23

CHL/NHL Top Prospects Game 8pm @ The Aud Tickets $27 https://www.theaud.ca/en/events-tickets/chl-nhl-top-prospects-game.aspx

March 25

KW TITANS Game @ The Aud https://www.kwtitans.com/games/ 7pm

March 26

2022 Holi Show & Mela in Cambridge. 5:30-9pm Various Prices https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/2022-holi-show-mela-tickets-278323993557

Earth Hour at 8:30pm https://www.earthhour.org/

March 28

KW TITANS Game @ The Aud https://www.kwtitans.com/games/ 7pm

Luna, Chip and Inkie: Adventure Rangers Go - Premiere Date and New Trailer

 

Earlier this year we gave you a First Look at Luna, Chip and Inkie: Adventure Rangers Go which will be found soon on Knowledge Kids.  Today we are thrilled to announce the show will premiere on Monday April 4, 2022. 

During the first three weeks of its release, there will be 15 episodes to watch (5 each week for the first 3 weeks of April) and then additional episodes added through the year. They will all stream for FREE on Knowledge Kids.ca making this show accessible to everyone with digital devices.

Take a look at the new trailer

Set in the forests, mountains, lakes and ocean near the fictional town of Eagle Creek, the series is inspired by the rugged, natural beauty of the Pacific West Coast. In each episode, the trio of enthusiastic helpers tackle problems in their town, but not before they experience some hilarious flops that require them to look for different ways of unlocking a solution. Our heroes remind young viewers that even though they might feel overwhelmed as they face challenges, looking at the problem in a different way and having the resilience to try again are the keys to unlocking solutions. 

We think Parents with Children aged 3-6 will really enjoy watching Luna, Chip and Inkie: Adventure Rangers Go together as a family.

About Knowledge Kids 

Knowledge Kids is a safe, trusted environment with the best and brightest shows for kids aged  2-8 brought to you by Knowledge Network, B.C. 's viewer-supported public broadcaster. Free and commercial-free, Knowledge Kids is available on Knowledge Network’s television service in  B.C. and across Canada via the KnowledgeKids.ca website and Knowledge Kids streaming video  apps, available for iOS, Android, Apple TV, Roku and the Amazon Fire Stick. For  more information, visit Knowledge.ca or KnowledgeKids.ca or follow Knowledge Kids on Facebook and Instagram @KnowledgeKids

We cannot get over how cute these characters are and are looking forward to hearing how your little ones react to seeing them on the screen.  Be sure to let us know next month!

Ghostbusters: Afterlife Puts You on the Path of Finding Your True Spirit - Review and Giveaway

 We'll start with the Disclaimer - Yes, I will receive a copy for review, but this just means I'm able to giveaway the film as a prize too! Enter the contest at the end of this post.

I have always been a Ghostbusters fan.  I have watched all the previous films and was even a big fan of The Real Ghostbusters Saturday Morning Cartoon Series.  As someone who doesn't watch scary movies, Ghostbusters always had more "funny" than "fright" and that was why I enjoyed it so much. After watching Ghostbusters: Afterlife I am glad to see that they still follow that pattern.  This movie is rated PG-13 and does have some frightening scenes, but they are usually followed up with a punchline or heroic moment.

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Just like the other films, the story opens with something strange in the neighbourhood, but this time the neighbourhood happens to be Summerville. Summerville is a quiet farm-town with an odd past, and soon to be the new home of Callie and her two kids, Phoebe and Trevor. They go there looking to salvage what they can from a deceased relative's homestead, and soon find more than they bargained for. While they are all critical of each other and the situation that they are in, their journey takes on a whole new spirit when the supernatural enters the scene.

Ghostbusters; Afterlife is a wonderful throwback to the first film with a bit of teen drama added to the mix.  This film is edgier and the characters have a bit more angst towards one another, but in the end, they realize they were brought to Summerville for a higher purpose and find their true paths.  This spirited adventure was fantastic to watch and filled with fun surprises. The Blu-Ray+DVD+Digital version includes extra footage of Jason Reitman (Ghostbusters: Afterlife) and his Father who created the original Ghostbusters film, Ivan Reitman. Today Jason posted that his Father had passed away. Ghostbusters: Afterlife will serve as a tribute to the legendary filmmaker. It truly is a family affair. 

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For families with teenagers we think you will enjoy watching the film and the extra footage together, so we are going to giveaway a copy of Ghostbusters: Afterlife.  Enter for a chance to win below.

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The Amazing Isy Aboagye Takes Her Talent to Screens Across Canada in CBC's Ukulele U

 

We were thrilled to learn that one of our Stuff to do KW families had some very big news! The amazing Isy Aboagye is starring in the new CBC Kids Saturday Morning Show and CBC Gem Streaming Show Ukulele U!

Many local families know that Isy has been performing locally at events like Kitchener Bluesfest and singing the National Anthem at KW Titans game.  We wanted to learn more about Isy's journey to our television and video screens across Canada so we asked her five questions about it.

Thanks to Isy for taking some time out of her hectic schedule for this interview and to her Mom Danielle for helping us set it up!

1. How did this role come about?

 I work with an agent in Toronto and audition for a lot of roles. Since COVID, most of the auditions are done online, so I sent in an audition tape and then had an opportunity to audition over Zoom with the Director, David Connolly, Melanie Doane, the Host, and a couple of other people. I had to learn some new songs and a couple of dances and then we just had some fun! I found out a few weeks later that I got the part and I was so excited! We recorded all of the music individually in a recording studio in Toronto and then finally got to meet the rest of the cast on the first day of filming in Hamilton. 

2. What is your favorite part of being on the show?

 Number one is the Music! The songs are so catchy and fun to sing and listen to. Everyone who has heard the music loves it! There are new versions of old classics and Melanie made some amazing new songs too! I also loved that I got to make so many new friends. It was so nice to be able to sing and dance with other people after we had been in quarantine for so long. We had to take a lot of precautions to be safe, but we still managed to have so much fun together. I’m so happy that I met everyone and that I made some really great friends. 

3. What advice do you have for other kids looking to follow this path? 

You need to practice, take classes and have fun! I take Vocal, Guitar/Ukulele and Acting lessons. It’s a lot of work to memorize new scripts and songs for auditions, but every opportunity gives you a chance to learn something new. Also, don’t get discouraged! You might audition for 100 roles and only get one, just keep being you and working hard. 

4. Who are your role models?

I really look up to a lot of musicians, especially older blues music icons like Etta James. I also really love more modern musicians like SZA, Alica Keys or Adele! I love the opportunity to learn from musicians. I’ve been really lucky that Kitchener has some really cool musicians who I look up to and who take the time to work with younger musicians like myself. When they take the time to mentor younger musicians, we get to learn so much and I really hope they know how much we appreciate their time and that they are role models to a lot of people like myself. 

5. What are your future plans?

I am going to keep working on becoming a better musician and actor. I am excited to be back to school and look forward to being able to hang out with friends and just be a normal teenager. I also can’t wait for everyone to see the new episodes of Ukulele U that come out every Saturday on CBC and stream on CBC Gem.

For more info visit these links

Uke U Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uke.u.kids/

Uke U Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Ukulele-U-101309915777169

Isy's Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/isabelle.aboagye/