Events
Past Events
BarterWorks\' Marketplace
- Date
- Saturday, August 28, 2010
- Time
- 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Location
- 43 Queen Street South, Kitchener
- Description
- All are welcome to join us at Queen Street Commons Cafe, 43 Queen Street South, Kitchener.
Meet local artisans, community minded entrepreneurs and vendors
Vendors accept barter dollars and cash!
Potluck Picnic
- Date
- Sunday, August 15, 2010
- Time
- 3 pm
- Location
- Waterloo Park
- Description
- Who: All Bailey\'s Members and Suppliers past and present, BarterWorks, Grand River Car Share, Transition KW, Our Community Dollar and Waterloo Region Food System Roundtable or others who are interested in joining us.
What: Pot-Luck dinner and fun.
When: Sunday, August 15th, Arrive at 3pm; Begin eating at 5pm
Where: Waterloo Park, Westmount Road Entrance (West side), \"Picnic Servery\" (near area #9) - see map at http://sn.im/picnicmap) Why: Fun for all!
Please fill out this form to RSVP for the upcoming Pot Luck Picnic. All are welcome! Please bring your own reusable glasses, dishes and cutlery, if possible, as well as a pot luck dish to share (Don\'t forget a serving utensil!) Consider listing ingredients or supplying a recipe for those who have food restrictions or really love what you made.
Non-Violence Festival
- Date
- Saturday, July 10, 2010
- Time
- Noon to 9 p.m.
- Location
- Roos Island - Victoria Park, Kitchener
- Description
- BarterWorks is partipating in the Festival again this year. All are welcome to join our vendors and others as we celebrate a diversity of gifts and talents.
BarterWorks Community Marketplace
- Date
- Saturday, June 26, 2010
- Time
- 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Location
- 43 Queen Street South, Kitchener (between King & Charles)
- Description
- BarterWorks:K-W\'s Local Trading Network offers a festival of possibilities! Live music, one-of-a-kind gifts, great food. Discover a diversity of local gifts and talents. Meet our eco-conscious and community spirited artisans, entrepreneurs and craft vendors. Grain mill demonstration. You are invited to join in the FUN!
Call 519 749.9177 ext 304 or e-mail barterworks@theworkingcentre.org for more info!
BarterWorks Member Potluck, Show & Tell
- Date
- Tuesday, June 15, 2010
- Time
- 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
- Location
- 43 Queen Street S., Kitchener
- Description
- Come out and share your favourite dish. Enjoy a festival of good food, lively conversation and learn about what members have to offer.
Please RSVP to barterworks@theworkingcentre.org or call 519 749.9177 ext. 304.
BarterWorks 101
- Date
- Tuesday, June 15, 2010
- Time
- 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
- Location
- 43 Queen Street South, Kitchener
- Description
- If you would like to learn more about how \"barter\" works you are welcome to join us from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Queen Street Commons, 43 Queen Street South, Kitchener(between King & Charles - next to Second Look Books).
Call 519 749.9177 ext 304 for more information.
Followed by member potluck.
BarterWorks Community Market Event
- Date
- Saturday, May 29, 2010
- Time
- 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Location
- Queen Street Commons, 43 Queen St. S., Kitchener
- Description
- Join us as we celebrate a diversity of gifts & talents! Meet local, community spirited artisans and entrepreneurs. Find plants, seedlings, stained glass, encaustic art, cards, books, home decor, accessories and more! View demonstration on beautiful hand-made jewellry using recycled paper. Also, enjoy healthy vegetarian fare at Queen Street Commons Cafe!
BarterWorks Community Market and More!
- Date
- Saturday, April 24, 2010
- Time
- 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Location
- 43 Queen St. S., Kitchener
Member Potluck Meet & Greet
- Date
- Tuesday, April 20, 2010
- Time
- 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
- Location
- 43 Queen St. S., Kitchener
Spring Flea Market and Craft Show
- Date
- Saturday, March 27, 2010
- Time
- 11 am to 3 pm
- Location
- Queen Street Commons 43 Queen St. South, Kitchener
- Description
- Join BarterWorks members for a celebration of crafts and spring cleaning.
Participate in a workshop with Meghan Mackinnon on environmentally friendly cleaning techniques. Learn how to turn unwanted fabric into cleaning towels and t-shirts into shopping bags. Workshop begins at 2 pm.
For more information contact the BarterWorks Office at 519-749-9177 ext 304
Market Day & Trade Fair
- Date
- Saturday, February 27, 2010
- Time
- 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Location
- 43 Queen Street South, Kitchener
BarterWorks Market & Trade Fair
- Date
- Saturday, February 27, 2010
- Time
- 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Location
- 43 Queen Street South, Kitchener
- Description
- All are welcome to attend our monthly Market Day & Trade Fair on Saturday, February 27th 2010. Come on out and meet our local artisans and entrepreneurs. Presentation on \"Ethical Marketing\" to be confirmed. For more information please contact the BarterWorks office 519.749.9177 ext. 304 or send a message to us at barterworks@theworkingcentre.org.
Member Potluck
- Date
- Tuesday, February 16, 2010
- Time
- 6:30 p.m.
- Location
- 43 Queen St. S., Kitchener (Queen Street Commons)
- Description
- Bring samples of products or business cards/brochures to display that represent what you have to offer to the membership. Contact office for more details.
A special presentation by Angela on Indian Cooking will start around 7:15 p.m. A wonderful way to network!
Please RSVP 519.749.9177 x 304 or e-mail barterworks@theworkingcentre.org.
P.S. No time to cook? You are welcome to pick up some Cafe fare and join in the fun.
Introduction to BarterWorks
- Date
- Tuesday, February 16, 2010
- Time
- 5:30 p.m.
- Location
- 43 Queen Street South, Kitchener
- Description
- BarterWorks membership info session tonight at 5:30 p.m. with Greg. Bring your friends, bring your questions. All are welcome.
Please RSVP. Thanks.
BarterWorks Market Day
- Date
- Saturday, January 30, 2010
- Time
- 10 a.m. to 2 p.m
- Location
- 43 Queen Street South, Kitchener
- Description
- On the last Saturday of the month we host our Market Day at Queen Street Commons & Cafe. Vendors offer a variety of crafts and other goods. Take the opportunity to meet other members and share what you offer. Bring products, business cards or shopping lists.
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.
For all inquiries or suggestions please contact Greg at 519-749-9177 ext 304 or by email
barterworks@theworkingcentre.org. Our office hours are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 10-4 pm
BW Discussion/ Potluck
- Date
- Tuesday, January 19, 2010
- Time
- 5:30 p.m. BW Info Session & 6:30 p.m. Member Potluck
- Location
- 43 Queen Street South, Kitchener
- Description
- On the third tuesday of each month we hold back to back events. At 5:30 pm we host an introduction to BarterWorks for prospective members or those who might like a refresher on how to make the most of their membership. Immediately following this at 6:30 pm members we are gathering for a potluck to share a meal and learn what each other is offering or looking for.
Look forward to seeing you there!
For all inquiries or suggestions please contact Greg at 519-749-9177 ext 304 or by email barterworks@theworkingcentre.org. Our office hours are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 10-4 pm
Fair Trade Coffee Presentation
- Date
- Thursday, January 14, 2010
- Time
- 4 p.m.
- Location
- 43 Queen Street South, Kitchener
- Description
- Join BW member Ulises Fuentes for a presentation on the organizations in Guatamala and Kitchener-Waterloo that bring you Cafe Justica, the wonderful coffee that Ulises offers to BW members.
Festive Season Sale
- Date
- Saturday, November 28, 2009
- Time
- 10-3pm
- Location
- 43 Queen Street South, Kitchener
- Description
- Celebrate the Festive Season! Alternative Gift Ideas. Listen to local musicians play seasonal favourites while exploring creative gift giving ideas such as Pottery, recylcled crafts, artist supplies, handmade soaps and paper and cards, herbal products, gift certificates that support Working Centre projects and more For more information call Greg at 519-749-9177ext 304 or email barterworks@theworkingcentre.org
Festive Season Sale
- Date
- Friday, November 27, 2009
- Time
- Friday 5-8 pm
- Location
- 43 Queen Street South, Kitchener
- Description
- Celebrate the Festive Season! Alternative Gift Ideas. Listen to live Jazz music while exploring creative gift giving ideas such as Pottery, recylcled crafts, artist supplies, handmade soaps and paper and cards, herbal products, gift certificates that support Working Centre projects and more
For more information call Greg at 519-749-9177ext 304 or email barterworks@theworkingcentre.org
BW Networking Night
- Date
- Tuesday, November 17, 2009
- Time
- 5:30-6:30pm
- Location
- 43 Queen Street South
- Description
- Meet other BarterWorks members and those interested in joining. Learn how to make the most of your BarterWorks membership. Stay after the meeting for live music. For more information or suggestions, contact Greg at 519-749-9177 ext 304 or barterworks@theworkingcentre.org
\"Plan C\" and \"The Power of Community\"
- Date
- Thursday, November 12, 2009
- Time
- 6:45 pm
- Location
- Princess Twin Cinema, Waterloo
- Description
- Join the author and director for a discussion of the book \"Plan C\" and the award winning documentary \"The Power of Community: How Cuba survived Peak Oil. Admission 2 B$
For information contact Stephen at 519.888.6917 or email: info@transitionkw.ca
Event co-sponsored by Our Community Dollar and BarterWorks
BarterWorks Market Day
- Date
- Saturday, October 31, 2009
- Time
- 11 - 3 pm
- Location
- Queen Street Commons 43 Queen St. South
- Description
- Join BarterWorks members and celebrate local skills. Browse tables hosted by Artisans, Crafters and Home based business owners. Learn how BarterWorks can help you build your business and community. For more information contact our office at 519 749-9177 ext 304
BarterWorks Meet and Eat
- Date
- Tuesday, October 20, 2009
- Time
- 5:30 -6:30 pm
- Location
- Queen Street Commons 43 Queen St. South
- Description
- Once a month on the third Tuesday of the month we invite BW members and those interested in joining to meet one another, learn what each other offers and needs and how to make the most of their membership. Feel free to bring food to share. RSVP appreciated, contact Greg at 519-749-9177 ext 304
BarterWorks Market & Trade Fair
- Date
- Saturday, September 26, 2009
- Time
- 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Location
- Queen Street Commons, 43 Queen St. S., Kitchener
BarterWorks Dinner & Celebration
- Date
- Tuesday, September 22, 2009
- Time
- 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. (doors open at 6 p.m.)
- Location
- 97 Victoria St. N., Kitchener (St John\'s Kitchen, 2nd Floor)
- Description
- BarterWorks members, partners and friends are invited to celebrate our community, get to know each other and learn more about future Barter possibilities. Please join us for good food, conversation, music, and special speakers: Greg Robers (BarterWorks), Joe Mancini (The Working Centre), and Gary Jones (introducing \"Our Community Dollar\"). Please RSVP by Wednesday, September 16th.
BarterWorks Market Day
- Date
- Saturday, July 25, 2009
- Time
- 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Location
- 43 Queen Street South, Kitchener
- Description
- Celebrate Summer!!! Join us ... meet, eat, trade, chat, enjoy!
Market at Queen Street Commons
- Date
- Saturday, May 30, 2009
- Time
- 11-3 pm
- Location
- 43 Queen Street South, Kitchener
- Description
- The Market at Queen Street Commons is hosted by BarterWorks and is open the last Saturday of every month in celebration of the local economy.
Come out and celebrate local skills, learn how you can make a difference by making things or providing services for others.
For more information contact the BarterWorks office 519-749-9177 ext 304 or barterworks@theworkingcentre.org
The Market at Queen Street Commons
- Date
- Saturday, April 25, 2009
- Time
- 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
- Location
- 43 Queen Street South, Kitchener
- Description
- The Market at Queen Street Commons is hosted by The Working Centre and BarterWorks on the last Saturday of every month in celebration of the local economy.
BarterWorks Annual Festive Season Market Event and Sale
- Date
- Saturday, November 29, 2008
- Time
- 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Location
- 43 Queen Street South, Kitchener
- Description
- Enter a Winter Wonderland of unique gift giving ideas! Featuring: Art ~ Jewellery~ Herbal products ~ Hand made paper and gifts ~ Fair trade coffee ~ Edibles ~ Knitted wear ~ Collectibles ~ Crafts ~ Books ~ Gift Certificate options and more!
Hosted by BarterWorks and Queen Street Commons Cafe at The Working Centre. All welcome!
Autumn Trade Fair & Sale
- Date
- Saturday, October 25, 2008
- Time
- 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Location
- Queen Street Commons, 43 Queen St. South, Kitchener
- Description
- Celebrate the fall season. Support small businesses and crafters in your neighbourhood, and enjoy a harvest of vegetarian fare at the Queen Street Commons Café along the way. Featuring: Herbal Products and Gifts ~ Fair trade coffee ~ Edibles ~ Fiber Arts ~ Crafts ~ New & Used Books ~ and more! For more information call: 519-749-9177 x 304 Email: barterworks@theworkingcentre.org
BarterWorks Trade Fair and Market Day
- Date
- Saturday, May 31, 2008
- Time
- 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. NEW TIME
- Location
- QUEEN STREET COMMONS. 43 Queen St. S. Kitchener
BarterWorks Networking and Trade Fair
- Date
- Saturday, April 26, 2008
- Time
- 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Location
- Queen Street Commons, 43 Queen St. South, Kitchener
Knitting Workshop with Chris Dorman
- Date
- Saturday, December 15, 2007
- Time
- 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Location
- The Working Centre, 43 Queen St. S., Kitchener
- Description
- This is a beginner knitting workshop for those who want to learn to knit or improve their skills. The workshop will cover the basics such as knitting techniques, stitches, and patterns.
For more information or to register call 519 749-9177, x 237. Fee is $5 (100% Barter accepted). Bring 5 or 6 mm needles and an inexpensive ball of acrylic yarn.
BarterWorks Festive Season Sale
- Date
- Saturday, November 24, 2007
- Time
- 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Location
- 43 Queen St. South, Kitchener
BarterWorks Autumn Colours Market
- Date
- Saturday, October 27, 2007
- Time
- 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.
- Location
- 43 Queen Street South, Kitchener
- Description
- Join us at Queen Street Commons for our Autumn Colours Market. Come visit, learn more about BarterWorks and meet your local entrepreneurs, artisans and crafters!
Our venue, Queen Street Commons Cafe and Gift Shop, is located at The Working Centre and offers fine vegetarian fare and scrumptious desserts to enhance your shopping adventure!
Introduction to Voluntary Simplicity
- Date
- Wednesday, October 3, 2007
- Time
- 7 p.m.
- Location
- 43 Queen St. S., Kitchener
- Description
- Join facilitator Fiona Heath in exploring the basic concepts and practices of the voluntary simplicity movement. Participants will receive general guidelines for a voluntary simplicity circle.
Please register in advance by leaving a messge at 519.749.9177 x. 304, or email barterworks@barterworks.org.
P.S. Potluck starts at 5:30 p.m.
Member Potluck
- Date
- Wednesday, October 3, 2007
- Time
- 5:30 p.m.
- Location
- 43 Queen St. S., Kitchener
- Description
- Come out and share some of your favourite dishes with fellow BarterWorks members. It is a great opportunity to meet others and possibly create opportunities for future trading.
Workshop to follow on Voluntary Simplicity facilitated by Fiona Heath author of the Simple Living Guide.
For more information please contact the Office at 519.749.9177, ext. 304 or e-mail us at barterworks@barterworks.org.
BarterWorks Annual General Meeting
- Date
- Saturday, September 29, 2007
- Time
- 1:45 p.m.
- Location
- 43 Queen St. S., Kitchener
- Description
- BarterWorks Annual General Meeting will follow our Trade Fair and Market Day. If you are interested in joining the Board of Directors we would love to hear from you.
Want to participate or learn more? Please contact the office at 519.749.9177 x 304, or e-mail us at barterworks@barterworks.org.
BarterWorks Fall Trade Fair and Market Day
- Date
- Saturday, September 29, 2007
- Time
- 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Location
- 43 Queen St. S., Kitchener
- Description
- Join us Saturday, September 29th for our Fall Trade Fair and Market Day featuring vendors offering an array of arts and crafts as well as a variety of business services.
Members can book at table by calling the office at 519.749.9177 ext. 304 or e-mailing barterworks@barterworks.org.
Earth, Home & Garden Spring BarterWorks Fair
- Date
- Saturday, April 28, 2007
- Time
- 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Location
- 43 Queen Street South, Kitchener
- Description
- All are welcome at the Earth, Home and Garden Spring BarterWorks Fair. Unearth a variety of unique offerings from BarterWorks members including: organic edibles, seeds and sprouts; garden supplies and home accents; books and earth-friendly goods ... and more.
For more info or to book a table please call Deborah at 519 749-9177, ext. 304 or e-mail: barter_worksoffice@yahoo.ca. Hope to see you there!
BarterWorks March Market
- Date
- Saturday, March 31, 2007
- Time
- 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Location
- 43 Queen Street S., Kitchener
- Description
- The March Market will feature a variety of unique offerings from members of the BarterWorks community.
Come visit, learn more about BarterWorks and meet local entrepreneurs, artisans and crafters!
Hosted by BarterWorks "K-W's Local Trading Network" ALL ARE WELCOME!
BarterWorks Wellness Fair and Market Day
- Date
- Saturday, February 24, 2007
- Time
- 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Location
- 43 Queen St. S., Kitchener
- Description
- Time to chase away those February blahs!
The next BarterWorks Market Day also features a wellness component. Learn more about natural products, whole foods, sprouting, holistic living and more!
For more information please contact BarterWorks at barter_worksoffice@yahoo.ca or 519-749-9177 x 304.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Intro to Waterloo Region Assets+ Project for Small Business
- Date
- Wednesday, February 21, 2007
- Time
- 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
- Location
- Queen Street Commons, 43 Queen St. S., Kitchener
- Description
- Information Session on W.R.A.P. especially for BarterWorks members. This 10 week Small Business Readiness Training program assists people who are interested in self-employment - starting, maintaining or expanding their own business - but who may not be able to access mainstream small business supports. Please register by Monday, February 19th by email: wrap@theworkingcentre.org or call Beth Weisberg (519) 743-1151, ext 104. For more info please see the February issue of BarterWorks News & Views.
Annual Festive Season Fair!
- Date
- Friday, November 24, 2006
- Time
- Friday 24th 7-9pm and Saturday 25th 10am-4pm
- Location
- 43 Queen Street South
- Description
- Hosted by the Queen Street Commons Café and BarterWorks. Local artisans and BarterWorks members offering one-of-a-kind jewellery, pottery, clothing, herbal products, books and so much more. Friday Nov 24, 7-9pm and Saturday Nov 25 10am-4pm at 43 Queen Street South, Kitchener (between King and Charles), 519-749-7199 Ext. 304.
BarterWorks Autumn Colours Market
- Date
- Saturday, October 28, 2006
- Time
- 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Location
- 43 Queen St. S., Kitchener
- Description
- Featuring a variety of offerings from BarterWorks members. Located at Queen Street Commons (Cafe), 43 Queen St. S.
Come visit, learn more about BarterWorks and meet your local entrepreneurs, artisans and crafters!
BarterWorks Market Day
- Date
- Saturday, June 24, 2006
- Time
- 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
- Location
- 43 Queen Street South, Kitchener
- Description
- BarterWorks Market Day. Hosted by BarterWorks, K-W's Local Trading Network. Featuring: CRAFTS, HAND-TIED COZY BLANKETS, JEWELRY, KNITS, BOOKS, HOME BAKED GOODS, HERBAL PRODUCTS, "GARAGE SALE" AND MORE. Meet and support local artisans and crafters. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. Bring your friends and neighbours.
NOTE: This will be the last Market of the season. Markets will resume in September. Have a great summer!
Knitting Workshop - Beginners
- Date
- Saturday, February 25, 2006
- Time
- 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Location
- 43 Queen St. S., Kitchener
- Description
- Hosted by The Working Centre. Open to all. Join us upstairs at 43 Queen St. S. in the Paperkraf Workshop area.
For more information or to register please call Amaryah at 749-9177 x 238.
Fee: $5 (100% B accepted)
Cost Effective Meal Planning with Bill Rieck
- Date
- Wednesday, January 18, 2006
- Time
- 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
- Location
- 43 Queen St. S., Kitchener
- Description
- Bring along your favourite dish and stay for an informative talk by Bill on how to develop highly efficient meal planning techniques, that are both nutritious and cheap. Demonstrations and samples will be provided. Mmmmmmmm..................
Fair Trade plus Coffee Presentation
- Date
- Wednesday, December 31, 1969
- Time
- 4 p.m.
- Location
- 43 Queen St. S., Kitchener
- Description
- Join BarterWorks\' member Ulises Fuentes for a presentation on the organizations in Guatamala and Kitchener-Waterloo that bring you Cafe Justica, the wonderful coffee that Ulises offers to BW members.
Location: Queen Street Commons, 43 Queen St. S., Kitchener
