With warmer weather in store this weekend, it might be a good time to get outside for a hike to see some spring flowers.

There’s a Signs of Spring guided nature walk at Huron Natural Area in Kitchener on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. This is a free, drop-in program and people are reminded to wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather.

In Guelph, Silence has launched a new jazz series called Brilliant Corners. Saturday is the first of seven concerts featuring modern jazz musicians alongside internationally acclaimed trumpeter, composer, and arranger Tim Hagans. Tickets are required for the evening shows.

There’s an Awesome Earth Day Clothing Swap at Church of the Good Shepherd Kitchener Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. hosted by Wild Love Vintage. People can bring clean, gently used clothing and accessories to donate, get a ticket for each item donated (up to 50) and then pick a new-to-you item.

There’s a free art cafe at 44 Gaukel in Kitchener Saturday afternoon. Organizers explain art is “served” like in a café, with several creative stations set up around the studio. Registration is required for this event.

The Diyode Community Workshop at 700 York Rd. in Guelph will host their Second Sunday Carver’s Club. People are invited to visit the workshop and try their hand at woodcarving. No experience is needed and no membership is required to attend this event. 

WEFTFest (WEFT stands for Woolwich Expressions in Fibre Traditions) also runs Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 55 Benjamin Rd., Waterloo near the St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market. This event celebrates quilts and fibre arts. There’s also a wine tasting and high tea.

The K-W Titans basketball team continue their series against the Windsor Express. They’re in Windsor on Saturday. If a Game 5 is needed, they’ll be back at The Aud on Tuesday.

Elmira Maple Syrup Festival

Saturday 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Elmira

Thousands of people are expected to visit Elmira on Saturday to celebrate all things maple syrup. There will be pancakes, taffy and lots of sweet treats.

There will also be music, the mall of vendors along Arthur Street, a crafts and collectibles show, family fun area and sugar bush tours.

Kitchener Rangers vs. Soo Greyhounds

Friday at 7 p.m., Sunday at 7 p.m.

Kitchener Memorial Auditorium

The Kitchener Rangers are gearing up for round two of the playoffs against the Soo Greyhounds.

The Rangers swept the Saginaw Spirit in the first round.

The first two games against the Greyhounds will be at the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium. then the team will head north for weeknight games on Tuesday and Thursday.

If a fifth game is needed, they’ll be back at The Aud next Friday.

In related news (and perhaps unsurprising given the team’s success this season) Rangers head coach Jussi Ahokas has been named a finalist for Ontario Hockey League coach of the year.

The coach of the year is voted by the league’s general managers and the winner will be announced on April 16.

Uptown Egg Hunt

Saturday 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Uptown Waterloo

Uptown Waterloo stores and restaurants will celebrate the spring weather this weekend with an egg hunt. There will also be caricature sketches, face painting, inflatable games and an immersive photo booth in the uptown area.

People can get a hard copy of a map to visit businesses to get treats and people are advised to BYOB – bring your own basket.

K-W Wine and Food Show

Friday 5 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Saturday 12 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Kitchener Memorial Auditorium

This is a 19+ event where people can try different beers, cocktails and drinks as well as dishes from vendors and chefs. There will be exhibitors, live cooking demonstrations and music.

Second Saturday Poetry Meet-up

Saturday 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Cambridge Public Library Queen’s Square branch

April is Poetry month and this program brings together poets who want to create together.

The free workshop will go over poetry structures such as limericks, pantoums and villanelle.

The library says to “Come with an itch: a subject or story that is under your skin and bend it into form bringing new life and meaning to your words.”