On Saturday, June 20, SHOW welcomed residents, neighbors, donors, staff, volunteers, Board members, and community supporters to our Community BBQ & Open House for an afternoon centered around connection, conversation, and community.

Held at our Erb Street location, the event was created as an opportunity to bring people together in a relaxed and welcoming environment and to open our doors to those interested in learning more about supportive housing and the work happening right here in Waterloo.

Throughout the afternoon, guests enjoyed hot dogs, refreshments, and time together while connecting with residents and staff and taking informal tours of the common spaces led by Executive Director Brian Paul. Guests also had the opportunity to learn more about SHOW’s exciting plans for modular supportive housing and how this expansion will help address the growing need for housing options for older adults in our community.

One of the most meaningful parts of the day was seeing residents and neighbors connect in a space that felt natural and welcoming. Conversations were shared over lunch, stories were exchanged, and new relationships were formed. Events like this remind us that supportive housing is about more than a place to live — it’s about creating opportunities for belonging and building strong, connected communities.

We were also honored to recognize and celebrate supporters whose generosity has helped make SHOW’s work possible, including donors who have supported SHOW for 10 consecutive years and those whose extraordinary contributions continue to strengthen our ability to serve residents with dignity and care.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the day such a success — and to our residents for welcoming our community into their home.

Together, we continue to build a community where everyone belongs.