As always please check all links
provided as times, dates, venues and registration information often changes
without our knowledge.
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THROUGH THE FULL LIST BECAUSE SOME EVENTS MAY REQUIRE PRE-REGISTRATION.
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Ongoing
Events
University
of Waterloo Research Studies
Research
Studies @ UofW Contact Lens Research
Currently
the top contact lens research centre in the world is continuing to accomplish
great things through research done right here at UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOO. The
studies are non-invasive and all of our participants are compensated at $20/hr
for their time and often get free contact lenses or glasses. Right they are recruiting 7-11 year olds to participate in
a 3yr study cclr.uwaterloo.ca
Centre for Ocular Research and Education
(CORE) at the University of Waterloo
Recruiting for a new scientific
study (ID: CYPRESS) that examines how to treat nearsightedness in children aged
6-9. Participants
will receive up to $690 for 9 visits over 3 years, and also receive a free pair
of spectacle frames to keep.
If you are interested
in participating, please call for more details or to book your appointment at 519-888-4742.
Please provide the study ID “CYPRESS” when you call. You will be
provided with all relevant study information prior to study enrollment and you
are under no obligation to participate.
Infant
Studies Group
If
you’re looking for something new and fun to do with your child, we would love
to have you participate in one of our studies! Help us discover how children
learn about language and the world around them. Typical studies involve a one
time, half hour visit. You stay with your child the entire time and receive a
small gift for participating as well! Please contact us or visit our website
for more information. We hope to see you soon!
WEB:
http://uwaterloo.ca/infant-studies-group
EMAIL:
babylab@uwaterloo.ca
Social Development Lab
Our lab is currently looking for children to help with our research! Our lab
looks at personality and the social world for young children. Our study involves
parents and their children coming into our lab and answering a few questions.
Kids get to play some fun computer games as well! The typical sessions take
around 2 hours and parents are always able to observe their child during the
social interaction tasks. In appreciation of your time, children get a small
gift. To learn more about our lab and what we do, check out our website! Follow
us on Facebook and twitter to keep up to date with our fun!
Twitter: SDLab_UW
Facebook: Social Development Lab Waterloo
Website: uwaterloo.ca/social-development-lab
TEL: 519-888-4567 ext.38775
Email: sdl@uwaterloo.ca
Youth
Drum and Bugle Corps
Great
program for youths in the KWC area. Our participants come not only from
Cambridge, but Waterloo, Kitchener, Brantford,
and surrounding areas as well. We are not the
Scouts. We are not the Army, Navy or Sea
Cadets. We are the only Youth Drum and Bugle
Corps in the area!
No
experience required and we have a modest membership fee ($20 per year). We
provide a unique musical education program that not only teaches kids to play
music or perform colour guard, we instruct them how to march, perform and
basically just have fun! Check us
out on our website: www.scouthouseband.com/cadets
FULL MONTH EVENT CALENDARS
These places
have so many events each month, it is better to just look at them individually
Daily
Calvary Church Cambridge Indoor Playground
What: We are an indoor playground located directly in the church
building which opens its doors to our community to allow a safe and friendly
environment.
Ages: Suited to infant/crawlers,
toddlers and pre-school children.
Cost: $1.00
minimum per head. This helps reduce the cost of regular cleaning and new toys.
Hours: Monday – Thursdays 9:30 – 11:30 am.
Closed: Fridays all season and Holiday Mondays
Schedule: September to June (closed for the summer months)
Special Activities: Twice a week there will be a
different activities offered, from Play-doh Play to arts and crafts, the
activities are geared toward preschool aged children.
Daycare Workers: We will be opening the
playground every Tuesday for any caregiver that operates a daycare. If you are
not a daycare worker, you are still MORE than welcome to attend on Tuesday!
Every day we have coffee, tea, juice and snacks available for purchase.
https://mycalvary.life/event/indoor-playground/?event_rdate=20180917093000%2C20180917113000
Sleep
And Your New Baby Waterloo Region Sessions
(various
dates and times)
Session
Details:
The
purpose of the session is help families understand and respond to their baby’s
sleep patterns and language, which will in turn strengthen family relationships
and contribute to achieving optimal child health.
The
1.5 hour session will be offered weekly at all three Ontario Early Years Main
sites with a mix of daytime, evening and weekend timings
Parents/caregivers
can register online at http://www.earlyyearsinfo.ca/sleep-and-your-new-baby-registration.html The session
will be most beneficial if parents/caregivers brings their baby with them and
we encourage bringing a support person to assist with this http://www.earlyyearsinfo.ca/sleep-and-your-new-baby-regist…
Earth
Sciences Museum @ University Of Waterloo
Conestoga
Rovers Learning Centre (the “Dino pit”) open Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to
4:30 pm.
The
museum’s main atrium, mining tunnel, Great Lakes fountain and stunning mineral
exhibits open evenings Monday to Friday and weekends from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Plus
info about the Scavenger Hunt can be found at https://uwaterloo.ca/…/earth-sciences-museum-scavenger-hunts
Mondays
Legacy
every Monday at 7pm. $4 entry with a pack per person into the prize pool @ KW
PlaySpace (until Sept 24) https://www.facebook.com/events/317175528805117
Tuesdays
Bring your little ones to the Kitchener Market select
Tuesdays from 11a.m.-noon for a fabulous, fun-filled morning! Be prepared for a
high-energy, hopping good time at these FREE weekly children's events as our
performers entertain your tots!
- December 4
- December
18 (Santa will be here!)
http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Kids_Hop.asp
Colour Our Community @ KPL Central
(Downtown) every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month from
2pm-4pm
Art
can be a tool for increasing social connections and fostering community
inclusion and integration. Colour Our Community aims to make connections
between those who are often marginalized and members of the community at large
in a comfortable, accessible venue where all are welcome to explore their
creativity and experience connection through art. Colour Our Community is a
partnership with Kitchener Public Library and Circle of Friends.
Thursdays
A FREE art program every Thursday!
(Please note
some Thursdays in December may be cancelled, call the phone number below to be
sure)
Thursday from
11 a.m. - noon, ARTSHINE will be hosting a parent and tot program at the Kitchener
Market - a program for children and their parents. Participate in a fun,
unique, hands-on creative art experience!
AFTER the
program, be sure to stop by one of our market
vendors for a healthy, kid-friendly lunch with lots of
options for adults too.
Space is
limited! Reserve a spot now for the ARTSHINE programs on Thursday by calling
226-647-2777, or emailing
ARTSHINE.
Fridays
Music and Movement @ Kitchener Market
9:30am – 10:00am
Imagination and creativity are developed and explored through rhymes, songs,
finger plays, and gross motor activities. Support your child's language
development and experience the benefits of physical activity.
Drop In Play @ Kitchener Market 10:00am
– 11:00am
Come any time. Join other children and families in play and exploration. An
Early Learning professional is available to provide support and information
around early learning topics, community resources, programs and referrals.
Saturdays
Family
Favourites $2.99 Films @ Cineplex
Home Depot Workshops 2nd Saturday of
Each Month
REMINDER OF
OUR MABEL’S LABELS FUNDRAISER!
ONGOING IN DECEMBER
Wonders of
Winter in Waterloo Park. Begins Dec 1. Ends at Midnight on New Year’s Eve
The Tim
Hortons Free Skate Schedule is not up yet
Dec 2018 Event Blast
Dec 1
Wonders of Winter
WATERLOO PARK Opening Night
Please join us on
Saturday December 1st for our 2018 Opening Night! Events will include:
•5:30 pm:
Community Candle Light Event
•6:00 pm:
Fireworks
•7:00 pm – 8:30
pm: Horse-Drawn Trolley Rides
•6:00 pm – 9:00
pm: Drinks (hot cocoa, hot cider, water – $1.00 cash only)
Join us for
Waterloo’s great traditional festival, our 25th year!
Please note
Waterloo Park does not accommodate vehicular drive through traffic and, at this
time, is not barrier free.
http://www.wondersofwinter.ca
Dec 1-2
Live Christmas
Pageant in Elmira
3rd Annual Live
Christmas Pageant! Please set aside December 1st and 2nd as we present Christ's
birth and life, with a cast of over 100 and live animals. Parking is available
across the street in the Foodland or Home Hardware Parking Lots. Accessible
Parking available at the church. This event is outdoors, so please dress
accordingly. There is limited seating for each show; arrive early to guarantee
your spot. Please join us after each show for hot chocolate and cookies!!
Shows run each
night at 6pm, 6:45pm and 7:30pm https://www.facebook.com/events/328262421295560
Dec 2
Sensitive Santa @
Cambridge Centre 8:30am-10:30am
This sensory
friendly environment provides lower lighting and a quieter surrounding. Each
family that attends will receive a complimentary photo with Santa to
commemorate this magical holiday season. This special time to visit with Santa
is reserved for children with social, emotional or behavioral needs.
To keep this
event sensory friendly and organized, we ask that each family register
in advance. Space is limited. We encourage you to share this information
with educators, social workers, and medical professionals who work with
children living with special needs. ALSO ON DEC 9TH AND 16TH http://calendar.cambridge.ca/default/Detail/2018-12-02-0830-Sensitive-Santa
DIY Holiday
Wrapping Paper and Cards! 1pm-4pm @ Mill-Courtland Community Centre
Free event but
you must register at https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/diy-holiday-wrapping-paper-and-cards-tickets-52944000932
A Classic Christmas: Thrill of Hope by Slate Church
Experience the magic of Christmas this December 2nd at
Maxwell’s Concerts & Events. Gather the whole family for a spectacular
production and merry festivities, including music, food trucks, free hot
drinks, activities for kids, a photo booth and more! Service times at 11 AM, 2
PM, 4 PM, 6 PM.
https://www.slatechurch.com/events
'Twas the Night
Before Christmas - Waterloo Concert Band @ Knox Church Erb St Waterloo
2pm-4pm Join conductor Trevor Wagler and the
50-piece Waterloo Concert Band in a family friendly musical celebration of the
holiday season. Music old and new, familiar and surprising. Admission free
(donations of any amount always appreciated). Treats for all at intermission!
The Waterloo Concert Band has proudly served the Twin Cities since 1858.
https://www.kitchenerevents.ca/whats-on/events?eventID=1852
Christmas
mementoes @ Woodside Historical Site
10 am to 12 pm
Discover the enchantment
of a Victorian Christmas morning. Dip a pen in ink and write a letter to Santa
Claus while sampling seasonal cookies and apple cider. Decorate a cookie
ornament to take home and hang on your tree.
Fee: General admission plus $7.80 https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/lhn-nhs/on/woodside/activ/souvenirs-mementoes
Holiday Miniature Train @ Cambridge
Centre
Stop by for a FREE
ride on the Holiday Miniature Train 11am to 8pm. https://cambridge-centre.com/events
Walk of Lights
Walk of Lights
this Christmas at K-W Christian Fellowship. During this FREE 20 minute tour,
view the tallest Christmas tree in the city and walk through the 6000 light
dome that opens unto various live scenes of Christmas. Have your children talk
to the shepherds and pet the sheep. The Walk of Lights ends by opening unto a
live Nativity Scene with an angelic choir.
100 Bleams Rd. 5:30-8pm https://www.facebook.com/events/558980584533770/577829509315544/?notif_t=admin_plan_mall_activity¬if_id=1543708182102019
Chanukah @ Waterloo Public Square 5:30pm
Come out to kick off the Chanukah holiday
on Dec. 2, as we light a giant menorah and enjoy Chanukah treats!
Featuring latkes and donuts - menorahs and candles - dreidels and chocolate
gelt - greetings from elected officials - the lighting of the region's tallest
menorah - a grand fireworks display
A toy drive for hospitalized children will be held at this event; please
consider bringing a new toy along with you.
"A little light dispels much darkness"
Happy Chanukah to all! https://www.facebook.com/events/1090635774429527/
Christmas @ The Safety Village
Tickets are general admission, everyone
requires a ticket. Tickets will not be available at the door.
** Food bank donations will be accepted.**
Come out for a family friend evening and see the Children’s
Safety Village like you’ve never seen it before. Listen to a story with Santa,
take part in seasonal arts and crafts or stroll through the village to see the
sparkles from more than 3000 lights bulbs. The event runs regardless of
weather, be sure to wear appropriate clothing.
Accepting food bank donations at this event!
Please, no large strollers, and no wagons.
Various times. Only a few times left http://waterlooregioncsv.com/events/christmas/
Cultural Christmas @ International Gospel
Centre
Sample what Christmas tastes around the
world! Something for all ages!!!! Cookie making and gingerbread house
decorating for kids and authentic Christmas cuisine tasting for the adults.
Free for all!! Wednesday December 5 at 7:00pm
https://www.facebook.com/events/746530612369951
Dec 6
26th annual CHYM Tree of Hope radiothon @
Fairview Park Mall
Proceeds support Family & Children's Services of the Waterloo Region
Foundation to help children, youth and families thrive, not just at this time
of seasonal giving, but all year long.
JOIN US AT THE MALL:
9 am - 6 pm – play a life-sized game of Connect 4
9 am - 6 pm – have your photo taken in our Festive Photo Booth
10:30 am -12:00 pm – “Musical Petting Zoo” – explore percussion instruments
with Arts 4 All
1:00 - 3:00 pm - Meet Olympic medalist Jocelyn Larocque of the Canadian Women’s
Ice Hockey Team (2018 Silver, 2014 Gold)
3:30 – 4:30 pm - Princesses from Fairytale Parties
4:30 pm - Dance for Kindness https://www.facebook.com/events/202197933886529/
Yoga Hike at
Huron Natural Area - Free Event! 10am-11:30am
Free event!
Drop-in program - no registration required.
Get your vitamin-N (nature) along with your daily exercise on a 90-min yoga
hike at Huron Natural Area.
This hike will integrate yoga breaks as we walk the trails in the beauty of the
meadows, maples and pines! The walking
pace will be moderate with leisurely portions. Yoga postures will be suitable
for all skill levels.
No yoga mat required, but please bring comfortable walking shoes and water. https://www.facebook.com/events/236640460385483/
The Rockway
Entertainers Senior Mixed Chorus is pleased to present their annual Christmas
concert series. This year, they will be performing at three different locations
for your enjoyment for an afternoon event on Dec 6th at 2pm at Rockway Centre Guaranteed
to put a smile on your face, and put you in the holiday spirit. Bring the whole
family! $10 Per Person. Kids under 12 are free.
https://calendar.kitchener.ca/events/Detail/2018-12-06-1400-Rockway-Entertainers-Christmas-Dreams-Concert-Seri
Skate with Santa @ Cambridge Centre
Jolly St. Nick will be strapping on his
skates and hitting the ice for our annual Skate with Santa on December 6 from
6:10pm-7:30pm.
*maximum capacity of 200 skaters, arrive early to avoid disappointment. https://www.facebook.com/events/304791566783480
Location:
Cambridge City Hall, 50 Dickson Street
A modern twist
on caroling, all ages can enjoy walking through downtown Cambridge with
thousands of participants. To add to the event, download the music for free to your phone and
bring your portal speaker or borrow one of ours!
The walk starts in Civic Square at 7 pm. View the proposed route map for 2018. Please note this map is
tentative and is subject to change.
Phil Kline's
Unsilent Night is an event held in more than 30 cities around the
world. Relive the magic with this video from 2016! To enhance the walk,
over 30 light installations will be illuminated along the route for attendees
to enjoy and interact with.
During the walk
enjoy some shopping as the Downtown Cambridge BIA is hosting a Moonlight Shopping event. Some stores will be
open until 10 pm (or even later).
For more
information on Phil Kline's Unsilent Night email the event staff or
call (519)740-4681 ext 4277.Interested in volunteering? Email the event staff or call 519-740-4681
ext 4603. https://www.cambridge.ca/en/parks-recreation-culture/christmas-in-cambridge.aspx
Dec 6-9
Christkindl
Market @ Kitchener City Hall
This year’s performances
are listed at https://www.christkindl.ca/entertainment/?fbclid=IwAR0TlRAV26LENng7FkBqd8TE7H8zHNiuiO-LLkcip2cdcT7xej3bNDDlkgQ&_rdr
More info at https://www.christkindl.ca
See our post from
last year at https://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.com/2017/12/christkindl-market-kitcheners-other.html
Dec 7
Christmas Market
@ Cambridge City Hall
Fri Dec 7, 4 to
9 pm
- 6 pm
Salvation Army Band
- 6 pm
Cambridge Seniors Choir
- 6 to 9 pm Galt Love
- 6:30 to 8
pm Live greens wreath making workshop with Cambridge Rivers
Edge Gardeners. To register for this workshop email the instructor Jeannette. Wreath
details; indoor/outdoor use, 14 inch ring, fresh boxwood & seeded
eucalyptus. Cost: $25.
- 7 pm
Girlfriends Choir
- 8 pm
Addison Women's Choir
- Meet Willy
Melt & wandering entertainers throughout City Hall
Dec 7-8
K-W Singers Songs
of the Season
Annual holiday concert on December 7 & 8 at
7:30pm at Calvin Presbyterian Church, 248 Westmount Rd. E., Kitchener.
Directed by Jane Gingerich and accompanied by Donna Mak, the choir will be
performing traditional carols, a mixture of sacred and secular music, as well
as more out-of-the ordinary seasonal pieces. The concert will also include
audience participation with sing-a-long Christmas carols.
The concert will also include guest performances from piano students Jennifer
Jia, Phoebe Lin, Elmer Lei, Elvin Lei, Brianna Liang & Chelsea Liang.
Refreshments are available at a reception after the concert, along with a
chance to mingle with the choir and performers.
Tickets are $10 and will be available at the door http://www.kwsingers.org/news/songs-for-the-season-2018
The Velveteen
Rabbit @ the Registry Theatre
Performances Friday December 7 at 6:30pm
Saturday December 8 at 2pm and 6:30pm
Sunday December 9 at 2pm at The Registry Theatre.
Tickets are $20, general admission, $15 seniors and children (12 and
Read more at http://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.com/2018/11/the-velveteen-rabbit-is-perfect-start.html
Walk of Lights
Walk of Lights this Christmas at K-W Christian
Fellowship. During this FREE 20 minute tour, view the tallest Christmas tree in
the city and walk through the 6000 light dome that opens unto various live
scenes of Christmas. Have your children talk to the shepherds and pet the
sheep. The Walk of Lights ends by opening unto a live Nativity Scene with an
angelic choir.
100 Bleams Rd.
5:30-8pm https://www.facebook.com/events/558980584533770/577829509315544/?notif_t=admin_plan_mall_activity¬if_id=1543708182102019
Dec 8
Santa @ Kitchener Market 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. Please
bring a canned good for the waterloo region food bank and your own camera for a
picture with Santa!https://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Holiday-Events.asp
The Rockway
Entertainers Senior Mixed Chorus is pleased to present their annual Christmas
concert series. Saturday December 8th at 2pm at the Breithaupt Centre.
Guaranteed to put a smile on your face, and put you in the holiday spirit.
Bring the whole family! $10 Per person Kids
under 12 are free.
https://calendar.kitchener.ca/events/Detail/2018-12-06-1400-Rockway-Entertainers-Christmas-Dreams-Concert-Seri
Christmas Market
@ Cambridge City Hall
Sat Dec 8, 8 am
to 4 pm
- 7 am to 1
pm Cambridge Farmers' Market
- 9 am to 3
pm Horse drawn trolley rides through Downtown Cambridge sponsored by the Downtown Cambridge BIA and the Cambridge Farmers' Market
- 10 am
David Durward Centre Bell Ringers
- 10 am to 4
pm Ceramic Workshop with Play with Clay. Ceramic pieces range from $5
to $15. This is a drop-in program.
- 11 am
Shout Sister Choir
- 12 pm
Fairview Seniors Community Bell Ringers
- 1 pm Penn
& Pound Theatre
- Meet Willy
Melt & wandering entertainers throughout City Hall
Christmas Fantasy
in Victoria Park Opening Night
Bring the whole family out for some holiday
cheer! View the spectacular display of festive lights that adorn Victoria
Park’s buildings, trees and bridges.
5:30-8 p.m. - Activities on Roos Island, Victoria Park
6 p.m. - Lights will be turned on in Victoria Park
Enjoy music, crafts and free hot chocolate, Santa, reindeer &
more https://www.kitchenerevents.ca/whats-on/events?eventID=174
Lantern Walk - Saturday December 8, 7 p.m. Huron
Natural Area.
Bring a lantern
(not a flashlight) and we will sing songs about light and go for a walk around
the pond. Many tin can lantern DIY ideas can be found online. If you don't have
a lantern, come out anyways! We will also have some tea light candles on
hand as well. Meet at the main picnic shelter. https://www.kitchener.ca/en/city-services/kitchener-natural-areas-program.aspx?fbclid=IwAR1opgKdEnRwFl8vl9MaHnjtAoK6oYx_abVdho8dauV_xkX_NFKAQjfklHA#Outreach-events-and-activities
Dec 8-9
A Christmas Adventure
presented by Live History @ Woodside Historical Site
"In Time For
Christmas" Saturday, December 8 and Sunday, December 9, 1 pm to
5 pm
Woodside will be open to the general public from 10 am to
12 pm
This holiday season, join us on a very special live
action role playing adventure with the international touring company "Live
History!" It is Christmas time at Woodside, but all is not as cheery
as it seems.
As the audience, you will choose to enter the experience
as one of three characters: a servant, attempting to keep your job past
Christmas, for you know the Kings are making cuts to the household.
an invited guest, attempting to gain an audience with
Isabelle Grace King in order to ask her advice before your legal, social, or
political issues catch up with you.
a friend of young Willie, hoping to help arrange a
meeting between him and the young woman he is courting; but sneaking him out
past his parents and arranging excuses is more difficult than you planned. If
you succeed, there will be a grand reward. Failure, however, will make for a
very sad Christmas indeed. Audience entrance times every 15 minutes. Experience
length: 60 minutesPeriod costumes encouraged!Admission is $14.70 per person.
Book your tickets starting November 8 by calling
519-571-5684. Reservations are encouraged as spaces are limited! https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/lhn-nhs/on/woodside/activ/theatre
Dec 9
Sensitive Santa @
Cambridge Centre 8:30am-10:30am
This sensory
friendly environment provides lower lighting and a quieter surrounding. Each
family that attends will receive a complimentary photo with Santa to
commemorate this magical holiday season. This special time to visit with Santa
is reserved for children with social, emotional or behavioral needs.
To keep this
event sensory friendly and organized, we ask that each family register
in advance. Space is limited. We encourage you to share this information
with educators, social workers, and medical professionals who work with
children living with special needs. ALSO ON DEC 16TH http://calendar.cambridge.ca/default/Detail/2018-12-02-0830-Sensitive-Santa
Christmas Market
@ Cambridge City Hall
Sun Dec 9, 12
to 4 pm
- 12 to 4 pm
Pet photos (pets must be well behaved and on a leash). Cost per 4x6 photo
is $5.
- 1 to 3 pm
Cookie decorating with Zaza Eats. This is a drop-in program and is free of
charge.
- Meet Willy
Melt & wandering entertainers throughout City Hall
Holiday Open House & Kids in Kilts @
McDougall Cottage Cambridge
Drop in 1 to 4 p.m.
It’s our chance to thank you for another unforgettable year and wish you all
the best for the holiday season. We’d love it if you would stop in this
afternoon to join us for a cup of cheer, a few tasty treats and plenty of
Scottish hospitality. Harpist Barbara Hull will provide a beautiful backdrop
for the afternoon. In addition to enjoying some holiday cheer, Kids in Kilts will
be having tons of fun crafting sock snowmen.
And don’t’ forget that our Paint the Grand Exhibit and Silent Auction end today
at 5 p.m., so be sure to place a final bid on that painting by your favourite
Paint the Grand artist. https://www.facebook.com/events/721961614855839/
Dec 13
Yoga Hike at
Huron Natural Area - Free Event! 10am-11:30am
Free event!
Drop-in program - no registration required.
Get your vitamin-N (nature) along with your daily exercise on a 90-min yoga
hike at Huron Natural Area.
This hike will integrate yoga breaks as we walk the trails in the beauty of the
meadows, maples and pines! The walking pace will be moderate with leisurely
portions. Yoga postures will be suitable for all skill levels.
No yoga mat required, but please bring comfortable walking shoes and water. https://www.facebook.com/events/236640460385483/
Ticket prices vary http://kwtitans.com/14519/schedule-and-results Learn more about this year’s team at https://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.com/2018/11/the-kw-titans-want-to-make-it-november.html
Lamplight @ Woodside
Historical Site
Thursday, December 13, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Behold the splendour of a Woodside Christmas by the soft
glow of lamplight. Cozy up under the mistletoe and enjoy hot apple cider. Warm
up by the crackling fire and sample roasted chestnuts outside on the grounds.
Fee: General admission plus $7.80 per person. Register before Sunday, December 9, by calling
519-571-5684 https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/lhn-nhs/on/woodside/activ/lanternes-lamp
Dec 14-15
A Lost & Found Christmas
December 14
and 15, 2018 Emmanuel United Church, 22 Bridgeport Road, Waterloo
Get in the
holiday spirit with our variety show, filled with stories both funny and
heartwarming and featuring special musical guest, Michael Kelly Cavan.
Best enjoyed
by ages 10 and up. Times and ticket prices vary https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?actions=4&p=15
Dec 15
Santa @ Kitchener
Market 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. Please bring
a canned good for the waterloo region food bank and your own camera for a
picture with Santa! https://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Holiday-Events.asp
Tree of
Remembrance Event @ Williamsburg Cemetery
Each year,
families are invited to the Dedication Centre at Williamsburg Cemetery to see
the Tree of Remembrance. This breath-taking 20-foot fir tree is decorated by
cemetery staff.
In an effort to
help those in need, Williamsburg Cemetery features a Christmas tree that is
ready to be dressed with donations of new hats, mitts, scarves, socks and
boots. We invite you to drop by Williamsburg and contribute toward this worthy
cause. All items will be donated to local charities, such as St. John's
Kitchen, which provides support and outreach services in downtown Kitchener, as
well as the Salvation Army and YWCA Mary's Place.
Both trees are
located in the Dedication Centre at Williamsburg Cemetery at 1541 Fischer
Hallman Road. Guests are welcome to drop-off donations, hang an ornament
or quietly reflect throughout the month of December, Monday through Friday 9 -
4 p.m.
Dec 15
Sing and Skate
The Noteworthy Singers will be bringing
Christmas cheer with a fun sing-along from 3pm to 4pm at the McCormick Branch.
After singing, lace up your skates and hit the ice for a FREE open skate from
4pm to 5pm. Just drop in. Registration not required. Everyone welcome! https://www.facebook.com/events/881585495565391/
A Hespeler Village Christmas presented by Century 21
Village on The River Team and the Hespeler Village BIA! Noon-4pm
This annual event will feature an assortment of holiday attractions for the
whole family! Come to visit Santa at the Village Square and have your photo
taken for free! Next, take a horse and carriage ride around our quaint village
and see the wonderful holiday window displays in our amazing shops! There will
be carolers, performances, face painting and more! There will also be an
assortment of food and warm beverages available! Shop, dine, and explore
Hespeler Village this Christmas Season! A Hespeler Village Christmas - see you there!
https://www.facebook.com/events/1097551760407532
Dec 16
Sensitive Santa @
Cambridge Centre 8:30am-10:30am
This sensory
friendly environment provides lower lighting and a quieter surrounding. Each
family that attends will receive a complimentary photo with Santa to
commemorate this magical holiday season. This special time to visit with Santa
is reserved for children with social, emotional or behavioral needs.
Dec 18
Kids'
Hop @ Kitchener Market Dec. 18 from 11 a.m. - noon: - Erick Traplin and Santa
sing Christmas classics for the kids.
Santa @ Kitchener
Market 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Please
bring a canned good for the waterloo region food bank and your own camera for a
picture with Santa! https://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Holiday-Events.asp
Dec 21
Santa @ Kitchener
Market 11a.m.-2p.m. Please bring a
canned good for the waterloo region food bank and your own camera for a picture
with Santa! https://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Holiday-Events.asp
Plus
Friday Dec. 21
from 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. Christmas Market @ Kitchener Market
If you cannot
make it down to our Saturday Christmas Market we have the event for you! Come
and shop the Friday before and get all the goods without the early morning
rise. We have local hand crafted artisans who create one of a kind items that
make the best gifts for your loved ones. Then stop by for lunch here as well
for $10 specials from our International Food Court!
Winter Solstice
Shinrin-Yoku Guided Walk - Free Event @ Huron Natural Area 6:30-8:30pm
Celebrate the
changing of the seasons on an evening Shinrin-Yoku walk led by a certified
Nature and Forest Therapy Guide. The roots of this program stem from the
Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku, also known as “forest bathing”. This will be
a gentle and mindful walk where we get to explore Huron Natural Area by
twilight or moonlight and observe the seasonal changes.
Registration
required via email at knap@kitchener.ca or phone 519-741-2600 ext. 4177. https://www.facebook.com/events/2061019787496604
Dec 22
Santa @ Kitchener
Market 9 a.m.-11 a.m. Please bring a
canned good for the waterloo region food bank and your own camera for a picture
with Santa! https://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Holiday-Events.asp
Plus
Christmas
Market @ Kitchener Market Saturday Dec. 22 from 7 a.m. – 2 p.m.
If you are
frantically searching for that last minute Christmas gift, yummy ingredient or
dinner centrepiece, have no fear! This year the Kitchener Market is a
one-stop-shop with tons of vendors and artisans with unique gift ideas and
delicious additions to your Christmas dinner. Get here early for your best
selection of items.
Advent &
Christmas Carols & Readings in the German Language 3pm-4pm
Mount Zion Church
29 Westmount Rd. S. Waterloo K-W's German cultural roots are celebrated
in this non-denominational service of readings and music to mark the Christmas
season. Guest musicians are members of the Leupold Chorale, directed by Don
Nevile.
For those looking for a road trip Santa is at Jolly Farm
Toys in Arthur 1pm-4pm
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2369595749/permalink/10156846553390750/
Dec 23
KW Titans @ The Aud 2pm
Dec 31st
There are free New Year’s Eve events
at Kitchener City Hall and Waterloo Public Square but they don’t have the info
up yet.
New Year’s Eve in Cambridge
Join us to
celebrate a new year with some skating, crafts entertainment and more!
The City offers wrist bands for an hour of skate time. Only one skate
time per family. Doors of the Hespeler Arena, 640 Ellis Road, open at
4:45 PM.
Wonders of Winter Fireworks @ Waterloo Park
http://www.wondersofwinter.ca
Looking Ahead
The Mini Pop
Kids in Kitchener and London in 2019
Info at https://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.com/2018/10/mini-pop-kids-live-in-london-and.html
