March 29, 2024

KOI Fest partners with Centre in the Square

BY MIKE STROMME Kitchener-Waterloo’s biggest showcase vehicle for local indie rock is receiving an upgrade, as KOI Fest expands to Centre In The Square. KOI Fest At The Parking Lot will be a two-stage, indie rock bonanza featuring a mix of local talent and established acts coming to the Centre In The Square (CITS) parking lot on June 25. “The Parking Lot is an exciting new venture and creates new … Continued

Bring calm to your life

By MIKE STROMME Things are going to get a lot more relaxed at Conestoga College now that the QiGong Moving Meditation Club is up and running. QiGong, (pronounced chee-kung), is an ancient Chinese meditation that emphasizes breathing techniques, slowing down the mind, natural movement and posture. QiGong emphasizes the importance of breathing, teaching solid breathing techniques to give the body oxygen. More oxygen allows for better cognitive function and improves … Continued

Conestoga students score new air hockey tables

By MIKE STROMME Red plastic pucks were flying and the unique clink and clank of plastic hitting plastic filled the Sanctuary on Jan. 6 during an air hockey tournament hosted by CSI. Conestoga students took their turns at challenging each other atop the stage as fellow students filtered in and out. The arcade-like competition, Top 40 music playing through the loud speaker, complimentary cotton candy, and various tables set up … Continued