As always please check all links provided as
times, dates, venues and registration information often changes without our
knowledge.
WE ALSO SUGGEST GOING THROUGH THE FULL LIST
BECAUSE SOME EVENTS MAY REQUIRE PRE-REGISTRATION.
First is list of ongoing events followed by our
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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 and is 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!
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
The Creekside Playground is open on Sundays and
is available to the general public Monday through Thursday 9:30am-11:30am at
various seasons throughout the year. You do not need to be a Creekside
attender to enjoy the use of the playground.
Admission is free! Aside from regular
play, special events/classes are offered throughout the week. This is a
great place for your children to play and for you to meet new friends.
Choose from 2 locations.
Begins Mid September see link for info
660 Conservation Drive, Waterloo.
1356 Weber St East, Kitchener.
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 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.
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
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.
Mondays
Tots at Play (Mondays and Fridays)
Unleash the kids with toys galore!
Unrestricted floor space allows for tons of creative play and action games.
For newborn - 6Y. Caregivers must supervise
children at all times.
Mondays and Fridays, 9:30 - 11:30
a.m.
Manulife Financial Soccer & Sports
Centre in Bechtel Park, 185 Bridge Street, Waterloo
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!
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September 10
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September 24
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.
Nature Play @ Kingsdale Park 3pm-6pm
Wednesdays
Nature Play @ Gzowski Park 3pm-6pm
Thursdays
A FREE art program every
Thursday! -
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.
Ukelele Jam Thursday Nights ages 16+ see
registration info at http://www.musicatgreengables.com/ukulele
Free Community
Music Jam Session (ages 16+)
Fridays
Tots at Play (Mondays and Fridays)
Unleash the kids with toys galore!
Unrestricted floor space allows for tons of creative play and action games.
For newborn - 6Y. Caregivers must supervise
children at all times.
Mondays and Fridays, 9:30 - 11:30
a.m.
Manulife Financial Soccer and Sports Centre in
Bechtel Park, 185 Bridge Street, Waterloo
Saturdays
Family Favourites $2.99 Films @ Cineplex
Home Depot Workshops 2nd Saturday of Each Month
SEPTEMBER 2019 eBlast
Ongoing
Labour Day Long Weekend
SEE WHAT’S ON AT THE CNE
List of Pumpkin Patches and Corn Mazes at http://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.com/2012/09/pumpkin-patches-and-corn-mazes-in.html
Sept 1
The Kitchener Rangers are kicking off the
2019-20 season with fun, food and friends at our annual Fan Fest and Barbecue
in support of the Children’s Wish Foundation!
The annual Fan Fest and Barbecue takes
place at The Aud on Sunday September 1st, 2019 from 10am-2pm as part of
the Kitchener Rangers 2019 Preseason Showcase running Friday August 30th-
Sunday September 1st, 2019.
Fans have the opportunity to meet the
Rangers players, enjoy a BBQ lunch and take part in a number of activities
including inflatable games and rides!
The Sun Life Financial Kids In Gear program,
as always, is on hand to collect new or gently used hockey equipment. Fans are
encouraged to donate to those members of our community that would very much
appreciate the gesture.
Following the BBQ, the Rangers host the final
game of the Preseason Showcase vs. the Peterborough Petes at 2pm. Tickets
will be available at the door with general seating for the game.
Sept 2
Labour Day Picnic @ Waterloo Park Noon-4pm
Sept 6
Outdoor Movie – Secret Life of Pets 2
LOCATION:
Max Becker Commons Park
Corner of Fischer-Hallman Rd and Max Becker Dr,
Kitchener (beside the Sobeys)
**UPDATED SCHEDULE
6:30: Inflatable bouncers
• Animal Land (for children ages 3 and under)
• Full-sized bouncer and inflatable obstacle
course (children 4+ years of age)
7:30-8:15pm: Five the Magician
Dusk (Approx. 8:45): Movie: Pets 2
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
This event is hosted by Owl Child Care to show
our appreciation to the families who trust us with their children every day.
All current and former Owl Child Care families
are invited to attend. They may also invite friends and family as their guests.
Members of the general public are also welcome
to attend the movie.
OTHER DETAILS:
Admission is FREE with non-perishable food or
monetary donation to the Food Bank of Waterloo Region.
Bring a chair, blanket and your family and
friends!
*Snacks available for purchase https://www.facebook.com/events/466576794194151/
Sept 7
Star Performance Free Kick Off Party 11am
Art in
the Park Event will be taking place at Gore Park (68 Arthur St. South, Elmira)
from 10am- 2pm on Saturday September 7th.
Campout in Breithaupt Park. Join us for an evening in our
Urban Forest.
This year, we will be hosting a corn roast, so
bring some food to cook on the grill, and enjoy some corn on the cob.
Bring your own plates and cups.
If you are planning on Camping, please email
bigbreithauptcampout@gmail.com to register your tent.
While this is a family event, please do not
bring dogs if you are planning on camping.
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Set Up Tents- Arrive any time, and set up. Scavenger Hunt and
Marshmallow Stick Find for the Kids
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
DINNER- Grill will be ready for your food. BYO Protein, corn
roast will be provided.
7:30 PM - 7:45 PM
Lighting of Fire- Awards for Scavenger Hunt and Marshmallow
Stick Find
7:45 PM - 8:15 PM
Campfire Songs with Ted Parkinson- Send us your requests
9:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Drum Circle with Kat and the gang
Sept 8
KW Humane Society DASH & SPLASH
The
Humane Society’s iconic Wiggle Waggle Walk will be all wet on September
8th as it moves to Kiwanis Park and partners with
another signature event, Surf Dogs. A 2.5km walk through the
park will get the heart pumping and the canines jumping in anticipation of an
afternoon swim in the pool.
This year marks the 15th celebration of the Surf Dogs event
and our 23rd annual walk. Participants can expect an exciting array
of vendors and exhibitors in the Paw Pavilion. Walkers
raising much-needed funds will have an opportunity to win bigger prizes this
year, while dogs enjoying a cool dip can enter our water contests.
Dash
Admission: Join
the walk by securing $30.00 in pledges and gain FREE admission
for your furry companion for the afternoon splash.
Splash Admission: $10.00 per dog for the afternoon
splash ONLY. https://kwsphumane.ca/events/dash-and-splash
Polish Harvest Festival Noon-8pm
The festivities are part of Polish culture
harvest time with colorful parade, dances, music, and variety of food samples,
open to all ages and families.
$5/person. Children under 14 free.
Sept 10
Mysterious Barricades Concert @ KPL with Safe As Houses and others for Mental Health Awareness https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/2019-kitchener-waterloo-concert-for-suicide-awareness-prevention-and-hope-tickets-63455640529
Sept 13
Sept 13-14
Sept 14
Fresh
Air Feast @ Waterloo Park 11am-2pm
Register
today! Your $5 ticket gets you:
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Admission
to the FRESH AIR FEAST
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A
vegetarian FEAST!
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Surprise
eco swag!
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Carnival
games, live music, raffles and much more!
What
should you bring?
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Your
beautiful self decked out in green!
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Spare
change and cash for extra chances for raffles and prizes
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A
picnic blanket and lawn chairs for your crew
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Anything
that helps you reduce your waste (reusable water bottle, cloth napkins,
reusable straws, etc
University of Guelph 10am-3pm
Arboretum Expo is a free, fun, and educational event for all ages of plant lovers. And trust us when we say, there will be some truly one-of-a-kind treasures available only at the Arboretum Expo! So come and ‘Meet the Trees’ and maybe bring one home too! https://www.facebook.com/events/1526198530844276/
Graffiti Market Block Party
2-8pm
What's going down:
-Our brand new Mixtape Food Truck on-site
-Dee-licious food, snacks, and drinks
-Outdoor Beer Tent
-Serving ice cold Red Circle Brewing Co. Beer
-Live DJ's all day loooong
-Featuring beats from Dj Vandal, Woody Wood, Uncle Doobie, Dj Halk, & Dj Bananamello🎶
-Italian Soda Snow Cone Stand
-Kids painting station
-Funky temporary tats
+ Outdoor games and activities
https://www.facebook.com/events/1285469004963139
Sept 15
Waterloo Ringette will again be hosting our
Come Try Ringette event for our upcoming 2019/2020 season. The fastest
game on ice. A great team sport that believes in teaching speed,
technique and love of sport. Players can start as young as 4. Waterloo
Ringette offers levels of play for all ages (U7 to U19) and is part of the
Ontario Ringette Association.
Sept 21
Ice Cream For Breakfast @ Stanley Park Community Centre 9am-Noon
https://www.facebook.com/events/481696829295814/
The Royal Medieval Faire is an interactive day
consisting of vendors, hands-on displays, food & beverages, games, music,
magic, swordplay, dancing, costumes plus much more.
General admission: $10.00 (ages 14 and up);
Children: $5.00 (ages 13 and under); Family admission: $20 (up to 4 people,
maximum 2 general admission); Babes in arms are free.
This event is suitable for all ages and has
something to offer everyone. It is a great day for the entire family and
those interested in history and the arts.
Join us on faire day to celebrate our 22nd
year!!
www.royalmedievalfaire.org @
Waterloo Park11am-6pm
Doors Open Waterloo Region https://www.regionofwaterloo.ca/en/exploring-the-region/doors-open-waterloo-region.aspx
Sept 17
Grand opening of the Columbia Icefield Field House (CIF Field House) on Tuesday, September 17. A celebration of the new Athletics & Recreation space, the 65,000 square foot project constructed just north of Warrior Field will be officially unveiled during a formal presentation and ceremony at 11 a.m.
Following the ceremony, guests and the greater campus community are invited to stay and attend the President’s Welcome Barbecue happening on Warrior Field from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Complimentary food and beverage will be served.
Register at https://www.ticketfi.com/event/3329/columbia-icefield-field-house-grand-opening-presidents-welcome-bbq
Sept 25
Outdoor Movie in Victoria Park
Hocus Pocus
Sept 27-29
Culture Days https://culturedays.ca/events/grid?query=kitchener&province=ON
Sept 28
Pow Wow @ Waterloo Park https://www.facebook.com/events/2220845028236201/
Hespeler Village Fall Festival https://www.facebook.com/events/617635752094754/
Wellesley Apple Butter and Cheese Festival http://www.wellesleyabcfestival.ca
Oakridge Acres Ayr 9am-4pm
Fall Farm Day fundraising and community event. This is a great event for all ages! Lots to see, taste and experience. Admission is a food or financial donation to the Cambridge Self-Help Food Bank. Activities include face painting, wagon rides, BBQ, live music, straw jump and much more. So come on out to the farm, meet some of the producers that you support when shopping here, try some products, grab lunch from the BBQ (featuring our meats from here at the store) and enjoy a day in the country! https://www.facebook.com/events/2481167178593551/
Lumen
Lumen will illuminate the urban space and engage audiences in a hands-on, participatory experience, taking place in various locations throughout Uptown Waterloo September 28 from 6 to 11 p.m. The 2019 festival will feature 30+ visual, interactive, new media, and performance-based installations from local and nationally acclaimed multidisciplinary artists.
This event is free and open to the public. https://www.facebook.com/events/2324015414505106/
Sept 28-29
Tri-City Supercon @ Bingemans https://www.tricitysupercon.com/
Childern Under 12 are free, other admission prices vary
Looking Ahead
Go ENG Girl - Conestoga
College
DATE: Saturday, October 5, 2019
TIME: 9am - 12noon
DESCRIPTION: Go ENG Girl is an opportunity for girls in grades 7-10 and their
parents/caregivers to learn more about the world of engineering. Please join us
at Conestoga's School of Engineering and Technology for fun, hands-on activities that showcase the power
of engineering and career paths in this field. There will also be opportunities
for participants to meet role models, learn about their work, projects and
accomplishments, and gain insight into education and career
possibilities.
LOCATION: Conestoga College, Cambridge Campus, 850 Fountain
St. South.
FREE: This event is free
but registration is required. Free parking is also available.
REGISTRATION: Register online @ https://events.onwie.ca Registration is limited. Register early to avoid
disappointment.
