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What’s happening in Cambridge this weekend

It's a full schedule of activities and events in the city this weekend
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Galt Jazz offers its first free last-Sunday-of-the-month show on Main Street this Sunday with The Dynamic Quartet from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Check out the full list of things to see and do from May 24 to 26.

Friday, May 24

Undergrowth - Mere Phantoms

Preston Idea Exchange - 435 King St. E, all day

The latest art exhibition curated by Karly Boileau will be on display until June 22.

Shallows

Queen's Square Idea Exchange - 1 North Square, all day

Check out the newest art exhibition from Judy Major-Girardin inspired by wetland habitats. Runs until Aug. 10.

Preston Book Club

Preston Idea Exchange - 435 King St. E, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.

This group meets monthly to discuss a set title. May's book is Truth Telling: Seven Conversations About Indigenous Life in Canada by Michelle Good

Connections 50+ Presents Cambridge Third Age Learning

Queen's Square Idea Exchange - 1 North Square, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Join other older adults and guest speaker David Gasgoigne to learn about how birds impact the ecosystem.

Exhibit – Currents of Change: Inspiring Action along the Grand River

McDougall Cottage - 89 Grand Ave S, 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Explore how the Grand River has helped shape the community.

Macrame Workshop

Farm League Brewing -  295 Ainslie St S, 7 p.m.

Learn about macrame while enjoying a cold drink. Tickets are $45 and can be purchased here.

Karaoke with Emma

Wave Maker Brewery - 639 Laurel St., 8 p.m.

Get your singing voice ready. Sign up starts at 7:30 p.m.

Karaoke at Gator's Tail

970 Franklin Blvd, 8 p.m. - 12 a.m.

Another option to show off your singing skills.

Live Music at the Foundry Tavern

64 Grand Ave S, 8 p.m.

Have a drink and listen to music featuring Jesse T.

Saturday, May 25

Cambridge Farmers’ Market

40 Dickson St, 7:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

A central community food hub, the market features 26 year round vendors and 30 seasonal vendors.

Hespeler Village Neighbourhood Association Garage Sale and Neighbourhood Day

Hespeler Memorial Arena - 640 Ellis Ave, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Browse local sales while the kids participate in a scavenger hunt. A lunch is being put on between 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. with a free skate from 12 p.m. - 1 p.m. To view garage sale locations click here.

Cambridge Cat Show

Dickson Park - 30 Park Hill Rd W, 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Feline enthusiasts unite as they show off their furry friends. Runs all weekend from 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

All '70s Nostalgia Dance Party

Duke and Duchess - 900 Jamieson Pkwy, 9 a.m. - 1 a.m.

Dress up in your best 70's attire and hit the dance floor.

Alison Neighbourhood Community Centre Open House

127 Elgin St. N, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Shop at the free community closet.

Experience Ringette

Hespeler Memorial Arena - 640 Ellis Ave, 10 a.m.

Give the sport a try for free. Helmets, skates and mittens are required for guests but can be borrowed by emailing [email protected]. Registration can be done here.

Planting Day Extravaganza

Preston Idea Exchange - 435 King St. E, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Celebrate the Preston Idea Exchange's renovations with activities, a concert from Erick Traplin and planting in the garden. Participants can create their own soil microbe sculpture from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Introduction to 3D Printing

Old Post Office Idea Exchange - 12 Water St. S, 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Check out the 3D printer and learn how to use it.

National AccessAbility Week Kickoff

City hall - 50 Dickson St., 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Head to city hall to meet with local organizations working to make Cambridge more accessible.

Pokémon Allegiance

Clemens Mill Idea Exchange - 50 Saginaw Pwky, 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Gather with fellow fans of the series for trading, gaming and crafting.

Spring Music Showcase

Wave Maker Brewery - 639 Laurel St., 3 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Local musicians are welcome to play their tunes. Fo' Cheezy Food Truck will be on site.

Live Music at the Foundry Tavern

64 Grand Ave S, 8 p.m.

A second night of music, this time with a performance from Dave Huber.

Yuk Yuk's Comedy

Gator's Tail - 970 Franklin Blvd, 9 p.m.

Enjoy a laugh, food and a drink. Tickets are $25 plus tax and can be purchased by calling 519-620-9800.

Sunday, May 26

Here Comes the Sun Charity Spring Market

Hespeler Legion - 26 Schofield St., 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Shop from 35 local vendors.

Galt Jazz

Main Street, 2 p.m.

Bring a chair, relax and listen to Jazz in the downtown core.

The Tonewheels at The Underwing

Get ready to rock and roll. Tickets are $39.55 can be purchased here.