Family Friendly

Get comfy and enjoy various stories read to you by Don Liz!

What can you expect?

• Sit back and relax while enjoying the art of storytelling
• Enjoy snacks and warm beverages
• A fun and lighthearted way to relax

When and where?

Thursday, November 7

6:00pm – 7:00pm

Link Inclusion Lounge

All November long, if you bring a non-perishable food item or donation for WUSA Food Support Services to any Renison event, you will be entered into a draw to win 1 of 3 Mel’s Diner Gift Cards!

Winter is here, and we want to celebrate the start of the season with you and the City of Waterloo! Join your peer leaders for a walk to Waterloo Park to experience the Wonders of Winter Lights, horse and carriage rides, hot drinks, and great times!

What can you expect?

• Walk from Renison or take the ION to Waterloo Park
• Take photos with friends and see interesting light displays at the park
• Enjoy horse and carriage rides around the park and purchase warm drinks to make the experience even more magical!

When and where?

Saturday, November 30

6:00pm – 9:00pm

Meet in the Atrium to walk to Waterloo Park

All November long, if you bring a non-perishable food item or donation for WUSA Food Support Services to any Renison event, you will be entered into a draw to win 1 of 3 Mel’s Diner Gift Cards!

Do you love reading but can never find the time? We have the solution for you! Bring a book and get ready to get comfy in the Atrium while you and a group of friends take a break to read!

What can you expect?

• Independent reading with other book lovers
• Warm beverages and light snacks to enjoy while you read
• A chance to talk about your book (and all books) with other participants!

When and where?

Wednesday, November 27

7:00pm – 9:00pm

Link Inclusion Lounge

All November long, if you bring a non-perishable food item or donation for WUSA Food Support Services to any Renison event, you will be entered into a draw to win 1 of 3 Mel’s Diner Gift Cards!

The holidays are right around the corner, and so is the end of the term! Take some time to create a personal card for someone in your family, your friends, or someone who has been supportive this term!

What can you expect?

• Get creative and customize your own greeting card
• Write a card for someone you care about or keep it for future use!
• Relax, make friends, and have fun before the term ends!

When and where?

Tuesday, November 26

All students: 4:00pm – 6:00pm

Residence students: 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Renison Atrium

All November long, if you bring a non-perishable food item or donation for WUSA Food Support Services to any Renison event, you will be entered into a draw to win 1 of 3 Mel’s Diner Gift Cards!

As International Education Week comes to a close, join us to watch an international movie! Decide as a group if you want to watch your movie "subbed" or "dubbed" and enjoy a new movie that you may have never seen before!

What can you expect?

• Pick a movie from another culture
• Enjoy popcorn and cultural snacks
• Engage in a great conversation about the movie and different cultures!

When and where?

Friday, November 22

7:00pm – 10:00pm

Dunker Family Lounge

All November long, if you bring a non-perishable food item or donation for WUSA Food Support Services to any Renison event, you will be entered into a draw to win 1 of 3 Mel’s Diner Gift Cards!

The ELI Student Leadership Team has been hard at work planning a Culture and Sustainability Fair for International Education Week! Come out and show your support and learn all about sustainable initiatives from around the world!

What can you expect?

• Interactive booths hosted by students in BASE, GOALS, and EFAS
• A chance to learn about the UN Sustainable Development Goals and global initiatives
• Try some cultural snacks and enjoy a fun drop-in event

When and where?

Thursday, November 21

New time: 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Renison Atrium

All November long, if you bring a non-perishable food item or donation for WUSA Food Support Services to any Renison event, you will be entered into a draw to win 1 of 3 Mel’s Diner Gift Cards!

Show off your competitive side and play some fun board games with peer leaders!

What can you expect?

• Try different board games
• Make new friends
• Enjoy some snacks!

When and where?

Wednesday, November 13

6:00pm – 9:00pm

Renison Atrium

All November long, if you bring a non-perishable food item or donation for WUSA Food Support Services to any Renison event, you will be entered into a draw to win 1 of 3 Mel’s Diner Gift Cards!

Join our Chaplain, Rev. Scott McLeod, for a worship service in the Anglican Tradition. Everyone is welcome!

What can you expect?

• Participate in the Eucharist, also known as the Lord's Supper or Communion.
• A full Anglican service and a chance to develop a sense of community.

When and where?

Monday, November 4, 11, 18, 25

6:00pm – 8:00pm

Chapel of St Bede

Renison's Annual One Sky Festival is back for its 30th Anniversary! Enjoy vibrant performances, fun and interactive booths, and taste delicious food as we celebrate Chinese, Japanese, and Korean cultures. Family and friends can enjoy face painting, writing their names in calligraphy, trying on traditional costumes and clothing of the featured countries!

What can you expect?

• Live performances at Atrium
• Food and hands-on experience booths at Cafeteria and Link
• A chance to explore Chinese, Japanese, and Korean culture

When and where?

Saturday, November 23

11:00am - 2:00pm

Various locations around Renison

This event is free for all participants!

Interested in volunteering? Reach out to Karrie Cornies at karrie.cornies@uwaterloo.ca.