Went to go see Perfect Blue there recently. The movie description was vague and there were no…read morecontent warnings on the Playhouse website nor before the start of the movie. The movie contained horrific scenes of assault (r***) to the point where I was shocked that was even allowed to be shown in theatres. Shows an incredible lack of responsibility for community safety and wellbeing.

Our first visit was Sunday night. So pleased to find out vaccines are required AND we could enjoy…read morepopcorn, candy and drinks at the movies! They also serve alcoholic drinks and hot apple cider. I can't wait to see more movies with my new membership. Awesome local spot for films.

TLDR - Highly recommended to come with family. Even if you are adults, just come because this park…read moreis too cool to miss. We came to ride the vintage streetcars to see the fall colors. There were 4 streetcars. They ran in a circle to other areas of the park. The volunteers refurbished them to good repairs condition. Kudos to top results! Even though we came for the rail rides, we were blown away by the museum. So many ancient ones including some from early 1900's, the years around World War One. We were allowed to walk through some of the streetcars. I was glad to see an (old) advertisement to sell a detached house for CDN$69k near Toronto waterfront. LOL. This park is full of delights and treasures not easily found in the urban city of Toronto. A bit of a drive but you will be well rewarded.

If you have kids who are into trains, this is the place to go. You get to ride different streetcars…read morethrough the forest, get ice cream from inside a streetcar (kiddie scoop is only $2.25), and see frogs in the pond. The annual membership is worth it if you live in the area or plan to visit more than a few times. The volunteers are passionate about the streetcars, and are a wealth of knowledge. Lots of space and picnic tables. Lots of parking available. The trains leave every half hour, and they run rain or shine. Only time they will stop the trains is if there is lightning/thunderstorms because it is too dangerous.

Came for my first show here! Attended this weekend's Milton Film Festival for 3 films in the…read moreMattamy Theatre. The theatre was a little cold so consider keeping your jacket with you, or bring a scarf. The seating was very soft and comfortable. The theatre was small enough that views from all seating on the ground floor had a decent view of the stage. There's also balcony seating, but I haven't sat there yet and can't vouch for the views upstairs. The main building is nice and clean. There's seating in the lobby area, but concessions and services do not open unless there's a show. There's an art gallery space where temporary exhibitions are displayed. Last year I saw a lovely Indigenous arts show that was great! The building is also attached to the Milton Public Library which is worth a visit and is a Silver level LEED awarded building! There's plenty of free parking in their free outside lot.

We went early Sunday afternoon and we were the only people there. We didn't order any food or…read moredrink, but they have a decent looking menu. Clean space, lots of seating. The staff were nice and let us know about upcoming events.

Good price, but, lighting is way too dark which makes it very difficult to see step ups and step…read moredowns and things that are sticking up and easy to trip over. Very old. Needs a total refurbishment.

When I am on vacation or am travelling, I try my best to visit a museum. I typically come to…read moreWaterloo either on business or to shop. I frankly don't know much about the history of the area. Since Canada Day landed on a Sunday this year, a lot of businesses were closed on Monday. However, Waterloo Region Museum broke out of this mode and was open. Perfect! This museum is in Kitchener. You can't miss the museum's colourful exterior and pleasing scenic view as you pull into the parking lot. I parked under a tree to provide some much needed shade for my car and walked in. Admission is $11 plus tax. The woman at the desk was kind to show me where everything was with the help of the map in the program guide. I walked over to the museum area and was greeted by an older gentleman. Everyone I talked to seemed so surprised that it was my first time at the museum for some reason. I looked like a complete tourist, armed with my digital SLR camera in hand. The man recommended that I go outside and explore Doon Heritage Village first. It has been hot outside these days and I showed up early, so the heat wasn't as bad as it could be. I spent nearly two hours exploring each building in the village and understanding how Mennonites lived in 1914. You see everything from the post office to the meat market. There are staff dressed up in clothing back in the day providing good information. There is also a farm with chickens, horses, and more. After I was done, I walked back into the Waterloo Region Museum. I looked like I had done an intense workout. I was sweating buckets, mainly because it was so hot and humid outside. I needed a towel and a shower! I sat down in the theatre to cool off and learn more about the lives of folks living in Kitchener (formerly Berlin) back in 1914. It was fascinating that I watched the whole slide show a second time before venturing into the exhibits at Waterloo Region Museum. The museum houses information and artifacts about the region, including a hall of fame on the second floor. You learn about the history of local industries, such as Schniders and Kuntz, with the latter becoming Carling and then Labatt's. I also learned about Abraham Erb, a Mennonite who settled in Waterloo from Pennsylvania, who is known to have founded Waterloo. The hotel that I am staying at is sitting on the street named after him. I loved my time here. I spent roughly 3.5 hours soaking up all the exhibits. I had a great time despite sweating so much. (250)

If ever traveling to Waterloo or Kitchner, this museum is a great place to visit. The first floor…read moreincludes the history of the area and the reasons why Europeans immigrated to the region, including great testimonials from people of various countries. There is a large collection of historic artifacts displayed documenting the community's heritage. The second floor displays Canada's Hall of Fame heroes, from military to government to sports figures; it is quite informative and impressive! Outside, behind the museum, one is thrust into the era of 1914, with a steam engine, historic buildings, and artifacts, including workers in period costume. Each worker has knowledge of the respective building. There is even a historic farmhouse that belonged to a Mennonite family. Out back there are chickens and a pig. Toward the front of the house are beautiful horses. It is well worth the time to visit this museum.

I love this place. a short walk from campus. their outdoor collection is inspiring. I liked how…read morethings seem to fit together like you're in fairytale. it incredible that the entry is free of charge. thank you guys for democratizing art.

RATING FOR OUTDOOR SCULPTURE GARDEN…read more We were in Guelph for hubby's work assignment; and as a good Yelper/budget tourist, I had to scope out interesting and free spots to explore in the city. It was a holiday weekend so the museum itself was closed; but the outdoor sculpture garden is always open, even on holidays and weekends. The Donald Forster Sculpture Park takes up 2 1/2 acres, and is the "largest sculpture park at a public gallery in Canada, featuring 39 works by prominent Canadian and international artists" - website. There are many trees to shade you from the sun, but only a few places to sit if you want to rest. I adore outdoor sculpture gardens because they combine art and beautiful landscaping. The sculptures were easy to locate since they were in the museum's perimeter. I was happy that I able to find all of them without much effort; and since they were positioned close together, I could take my time admiring each piece. Make sure to download a map from their website http://artgalleryofguelph.ca/education_list/sculpture-park/ My favorite sculpture was Evan Penny's "Mask" 1989 (bronze). It's an optical illusion: watch my video and you'll understand why it is my favorite https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/sQE9JuasZ7buV4FYJG860g?select_video=p4ikSjC4h0eBetLExs1ANQ&utm_source=oshare&ref=yelp-android. I had a lovely time strolling through this beautiful outdoor sculpture garden. Next time I'll have to visit the indoor art gallery as well; it's also free!

I had a great time at my first Hillside last summer. My husband grew up nearby so had been several…read moretimes before - after years of epic stories I was happy to finally experience it for myself. We got a campsite with some friends and pitched a tent. It was nice to have a fire at night. The campground has showers you have to pay for - bring extra change! I had never experienced a timed shower and had to beg folks walking by for change so I could finish washing my hair. We brought bikes so were were able to get around the island to and from the concert grounds easily. There is bike parking lot as well. Music wise it was amazing! So many different kinds of music and venues. The schedule goes all day and night. There were a bunch of classes and workshops you could take as well. We had fun walking around checking out the art, eating lots of snacks, enjoying the music and sunshine. Great recycling and compost setup. I would definitely return and recommend the festival to friends. We had a blast! It seems like the kind of place you get to do what makes you happy. Plenty of time to rest or nap, relaxed peaceful environment. There were lots of families and kids activities too.

I've been to the Westdale a few times to see my friends perform in Hamilton Fringe shows and also…read morein Independent film screenings. Both experiences have been great! It's been a while but I recall good service and snacks. The theatre itself is mainly for films, but there is a small stage as well for live shows. The theatre feels large and seats over 300 people with good views.

The previous reviews are years old. This place has been renovated and brought back to its former…read moreglory, with all the modern updates. High calibre acts are being brought in and some Canadian legends have played and will be playing here. It's a top notch place.