I cannot recommend this little oasis for artists,lovers of fine papers and associated creative…read moreparaphenalia highly enough! If you're into well curated,eclectic and quality "stuff,"then this is the place to go. Owner and staff are knowledgeable and super helpful and everyone is made to feel welcome. Stock is continually expanding and although a simple browse is fascinating, I find that leaving empty handed is impossible. My fave retreat when I have cabin fever and need inspiration. Try it.. you'll be hooked!

Great selection of prints/posters. I like the tshirts,…read moreunfortunately 30 bucks is too pricey. Great location and always friendly staff.

This space is absolute beautiful, stunning, gorgeous…read more.. As an art lover.. this cafe is a dream. I lived the ability to sit down and enjoy my treats then take a stroll through the gallery. This place was very spacious with tons of seating. The atmosphere was friendly. The customer service was great too. I loved all the syrup options that they offer. I ordered the Matcha with Toasted Marshmallow syrup and a cowboy cookie! Everything was perfect. I loved every moment of being here.

This place is newly opened and already buzzing. Gorgeous design, lovely floor to ceiling windows,…read morecoffee, snacks + a gallery / shop. Curated by Julia Veenstra it's got lovely vibes so far with a large gallery space and a boutique shop at the back with artistic clothes and jewelry.

David was very helpful in finding the right mats and frames for my tapestry and my diplomas. The…read moreend results look beautiful. I am thrilled!

Fabulous framing by Dave. I have taken several pieces here and am extremely pleased with the…read moreresults. Dave will take the time to find the perfect frame and mat for your piece, his attention to detail is outstanding. I won't go anywhere else!

The reasons I am a fan of Conestoga River Pottery:…read more - Every piece is unique and a work of art made by artists on site - Most of the items are really practical that I can use everyday around the house - Prices are really reasonable - Love the rustic and country like design (but this is quite personal) - You can even see the work area with all the pottery in making! If you are in the area, come and support local arts and crafts. Nothing here is mass produced. Located inside The Village Silos. NO photos allows inside the store!

This place was recommended by someone else on yelp. And in spite of covid I went for it. I biked…read morethe miles to get to St. Jacob's and found this place rather charming. Located in the silos in the town of St. Jacob's, around the corner from the EcoCafe, Conestoga River Pottery has a lot to offer anyone walking through the door. Every shelf is filled with unique peices and collections for purchase. Its inspirational and quite lovely to bear witness to such beauty and creativity. I walked in and took my time in looking around. Found this gorgeous travel mug, a heart ornament and a small magnet made from another local artist of the landscape from BC. Where I had just visited months earlier. The young lady working was friendly. I called before going to ensure they would be open. She was talkative and upbeat. Definitely chipper compared to the other person there. Not too sure if the older gentleman was the potter/artist. He didnt seem very friendly, unfortunately. Perhaps my expectations are too high these days for people to offer a little bit more warmth. Especially with respect to this current, temporary pandemic. I understand everyone has their own ways of coping and we are all individually processing the changing times in whatever ways we can manage. When business owners are not personable, it makes me not want to be supportive. That's how I think as a patron and that's my bottom line. The mug I got is pretty awesome. It has a corked top. I encouraged some friends to visit, hopefully they'll follow through on that. And they'll have some good interactions with the shop owner.

The Idea Exchange in Cambridge is, ultimately, a library. The employees and volunteers in place for…read morethe Cambridge Comic Arts Festival were all fantastically polite, warm, and helpful. The building itself is also quite beautiful, with lots of natural light and visual interest. I learned it has been renovate or added to four times! There are plenty of computers for people to use, and other technological tools -- some of which I didn't even recognize. There is ample seating for studying and even a private meeting room (though it is made of clear glass, so visual privacy is a no-go). It's also kid-friendly with plenty of children's books and hands-on activities for the youngest patrons. As someone who's worked in libraries in the past, I foudn Idea Exchange to be a real pleasure.

Time travelled back to 1914 one afternoon. So peaceful and serene looking at life in the early…read more1900s, especially the cool the artifacts. It takes about 2 hours to explore the grounds starting with the entrance from the Region of Waterloo Museum which is connected to the Doon Heritage Village on Huron Road. Staff are wonderful at answering questions and showing how the old tools and equipment were used back then. Some of the old tools are just rock solid and will last forever. Wood was the primary construction materials used for building. This explains why fire insurance was a fast growing business. Insurance companies in the Region thrived and made the economy grow in that sector for years to come. The Martin House is beautifully decorated inside and out. The family was of Old Order Mennonite religion. There were very conservative colour schemes used, and no mirrors were allowed in the home! The Old Post Office is connected to a custom tailor service in the same building. Our hostess explained how the one man operation (tailor and postmaster) was in charge of both businesses. Suits were made to order and were outfitted with ties and cuff links. It was a profitable venture until the Eaton's catalogue business became more popular. The Dry Goods Grocery Store is "stocked" with canned goods and non-perishables such as soap and laundry detergent. Brand names included McCormicks and Heinz. Homes were equipped with a cast iron stove that kept the premises warmer in the winter months. Check out the feet of the stoves which were designed like ones you would find on vintage pianos. Very enjoyable afternoon spent and we learned a lot about early life and hard work of the German community and how it all started in Kitchener (then known as Berlin).

There's a first time for everything and for $5 you can see for yourself! The Aberfoyle Antique…read moreMarket has a huge array of shops and goods to peruse. There were all kinds of items from glass dishes, to dolls, records, furniture, clothes, collectibles, metal tools, books all sorts of things. Prices were reasonable. I could spend all day looking around. There were a few cafe and snack stand options. The cafe had some seating and some a lineup when we were there on a Sunday afternoon. We sat in an outdoor patio area with tables and umbrellas - it was very nice to have a place to rest and have a coffee. I would definitely come here again.

Absolutely the sweetest and most wonderful flea market, filled with gorgeous items. Some sellers…read moreare renting tables, some sellers are longterm. A ton of Canadiana, everything you want to see in a flea market including a lovely central square where you can get hot dogs and hamburgers, and diner food. Loved the little coffee shop staffed by two super sweet sisters who made me an Arnold Palmer out of lemonade and ice tea. I'll be back!

I was house-hunting for a while, got cramped and wanted to stop somewhere. Came across this place…read moreand immediately knew it was going to be awesome. Old and rare bookstores I often find have great selection, and it did! The books were in great condition and for only around $5 each. The staff there were amazing to chat to. From manga to children's books, horror, romance, history and old, leather-bound books. I loved it here. Can't wait to come back :)

The quintessential used book store! From the front door, to the stacks of books, and the old vault,…read morethis place just oozes with the used bookstore vibe. Friendly helpful staff, and great prices. Always some interesting find.