March 29, 2024

Creating art while meditating

BY RILEY LINSEMAN Meditation and painting. What do they have in common? People got the answer at the Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery on Jan. 22 at an event called Paths to Improved Creativity. Karoline Varin, interim public programs co-ordinator at KWAG, was the organizer for this event. Along with Shaina Lehan and Mindy Alexander, facilitators of Sustainable Happiness Art Workshops, Varin invited guests to relax, meditate and create some art with water … Continued

Behind the nails

BY SARAH VEENSTRA It’s a work of art. A modern day Picasso designed to withstand the simple, mundane activities of everyday life. It’s more than just a manicure. There’s a new business in town, travelling around, colouring women’s lives in a small but uplifting way. “There is nothing like working with someone who truly loves what they do,” said longtime client Erin White. “It was evident from the moment I … Continued

Students participate in fundraiser for mental health

BY CHRISTEL ALLISON Green- and yellow-coloured powders were the colourful part of a cold, rainy morning when Condors came out to run and walk for mental health. On Oct. 24, Conestoga Students Inc. held a five-kilometre Mental Health Colour Run or Walk to raise money in support of Lutherwood. Lutherwood is a non-profit health and social service organization in Waterloo that provides mental health, employment, housing and family support services … Continued