It's the start of March Break, which means there are many family events taking place throughout the region this weekend and carrying on through next week.

We should see some sun on Saturday, some rain on Sunday but it'll be warmer than it has been in recent weeks, almost feeling — dare I say it — spring like.

Opening Reception: Neighbours

7 p.m. to 10 p.m., Friday, March 8

Idea Exchange Queen's Square, 1 North Square, Cambridge

Heather Majaury leads this project of storytelling, quilt making and arts-based activities and select works from participants on display at the new Cambridge Art Galleries exhibition. Blue Sky Singers will be performing at the opening of the exhibit, which is responding to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Call To Action 93. Gabrielle Clermont, community engagement specialist for Idea Exchange, says in a release if you can't make it out Friday night, there will be a series of events this month for people to have the "opportunity to learn from our Indigenous and newcomer friends and neighbours, and to create a better understanding of the diversity of stories that form our community." The exhibit runs until April 20.

Grand Analog is headlining the GAIN Music festival in Guelph this weekend.

GAIN Music and Arts Festival

2 p.m. to midnight, Friday, March 8

12 p.m. to midnight, Saturday, March 9

2 p.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday, March 10

Various locations, downtown Guelph

See music in some of the usual spots, like Brothers Brewing, Jimmy Jazz, Red Brick Cafe or Dstrict (The Kramdens are playing the Friday night show — some of you might recognize the lead singer), or some unconventional spots, like Apple Salon. There are so many bands packed into just one weekend so plan accordingly.

Guelph bonus: Not part of the festival, but if you find yourself in Guelph Sunday night, check out A Kevin McDonald with an Evening. The Kids in the Hall alum will be at Red Papaya in Old Quebec Street Mall starting at 7 p.m.

Pop Shop Swap

4 p.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday, March 9

McCabe's Irish Pub, 352 King St. W., Kitchener

If you've been spring cleaning or Marie Kondo-ing your place, take those clothing piles to McCabe's to swap items, do some thrift hunting of your own and socialize with others doing the same. There's a suggested entry fee of $5 with proceeds to Women's Crisis Services of Waterloo Region.

OUA Quigley Cup Women's Volleyball Final Four

6 p.m. to 10 p.m., Friday, March 8

3 p.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday, March 9

University of Waterloo, Physical Athletics Complex

Watch some high-level volleyball this weekend. Cheer on the Waterloo Warriors as they take on Toronto in a semi-final match Friday at 6 p.m. The second game at 8:30 p.m. sees Western take on Ryerson. Then the bronze medal match is at 3 p.m. Saturday, followed by the gold medal match at 6 p.m.

Cosplay Karaoke

7 p.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday, March 9

The Round Table Waterloo, 105-280 Lester St., Waterloo

Can Spock sing a love song? This is one way to find out. Dress up as your favourite character and sing your heart out. Just a fun way to spend a Saturday night. Cosplay is not required but encouraged.