Saturday, May 28, 2011

Lots of Stuff To Do Activities

Saturday


Foodlink invites members of the public to attend the launch of its 2011 Buy Local! Buy Fresh! map which will take place at the St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market on Saturday, May 28, 10am-noon. Free copies of the special anniversary issue will be available from representatives of Foodlink throughout the morning. Be among the first to get your copy, and pick up some great local food at the same time!

Join the City of Waterloo at a community planting event at Waterloo Park on Saturday, May 28 from 9:30 a.m. to noon.
Hundreds of trees will be planted thanks to a $15,000 TD Green Streets matching grant awarded by TD Friends of the Environment and Tree Canada. There will be fun for the entire family with tree planting and interactive activities.
The event will kick off with an opening ceremony from 9:30 a.m. to 10 a.m., followed by tree planting and urban forest activities until noon. Enter Waterloo Park through the Westmount Road entrance between Father David Bauer Drive and University Avenue West.
For more information, please call 519-747-8643.

Community Fair for Cancer Care wtih Darryl Sittler
Saturday, May 28, 2011
9:30am – 2pm
Location: Grand River Regional Cancer Centre
835 King Street, West
Kitchener, Summary: Tours of the cancer centre for a look at "behind the scenes", a variety of informational displays and a speaker series including keynote speaker, Darryl Sittler. Free parking, enter to win door prizes! No registration required.
(*Note, I don't know if there is a cost for this event*)

National Multiple Births Awareness Day
Saturday, May 28, 2011
12 – 4pm
Location: East Gazebo, Waterloo Park
Waterloo, On
Summary: On May 28th please join KW-POMBA as we celebrate National Multiple Births Awareness Day. This year's theme: Prenatal education and professional support must reflect the unique needs of Canada's multiple-birth community.

Get Up and Active with TVOKids' Don't Sit Still Tour!
Saturday, May 28, 2011
11 – 11:45am
Location: The Museum
10 King Street, West
Kitchener,Summary: EatRight Ontario presents the TVOKids Don't Sit Still Tour. TVOKids hosts Kara and Drew present a live stage show jam-packed with funky songs, cool dance moves and much more. It is a free show and there will be giveaway bags! Don't miss out!
Phone number: 416-484-2600 x5550
General Admission to the first floor of THEMUSEUM is free before 11am!

COME PLAY WITH US!! BRING YOUR TOYS, GAMES, ART, INSTRUMENTS, AND SPORTING EQUIPMENT
The Vermont Park Neighbourhood Association and the City of Waterloo bring you this unique event. This is a participatory event so feel free to bring your own instruments, games and sporting equipment to share and play with others.
Featuring: ...
• Street sale (9 a.m. to noon)
• hand-made, traditional children’s games and crafts
• children’s entertainment
• book exchange (bring a book, take a book!)
• popular French & Quebecois culinary favourites by donation,
such as 'merguez-frites' and crepes
(merguez is a spicy sausage, and frites are french fries!)
SPECIAL GUESTS: The Value Village People
Traditionally held in spring throughout Europe, a Kermesse is a small, neighbhourhood festival usually held in or around the village church grounds. A Dutch-language term that derives from the word 'kerk' (church) and 'mis' (mass), the term Kermesse was also used in English and French.
European immigrants brought this traditional, spring festival to North America, including the mainly-Germanic residents of Waterloo Region. Featuring games, music and food, a Kermesse is a perfect way for a neighbourhood to celebrate spring.
https://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=172186076172161
Vermont Park
Margaret Avenue North, Vermont Street, Murdock Street
Waterloo, ON
11am-4pm

Time: May 28, 2011 from 10am to 1pm
Location: The Hive and Grove
Street: 226 Frederick St
City/Town: Kitchener
Phone: 519-578-5683
Event Type: workshop
Organized By: The Hive and Grove
Encourage your child's connection to nature!
This class, for kids 6 and older, will explore both nature and art as participants sponge paint gourd birdhouses. Every gourd turns out beautifully! Kids can hang them from a tree in the yard or on a nature hike to help give a bird a cozy haven. Awesome gifts for kids to give their mom's or grandma's.
Each gourd is weather proof and able to stay out all year. All supplies are provided.
Facilitator: Nicole Ferrill
Cost: $25 + HST (includes gourd, all painting supplies and weather proofing)
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Sunday

Glenhyrst Art Gallery of Brant welcomes you to this one of a kind free event that celebrates arts and culture in partnership with youth and the community!
Rain or Shine in the Gallery, Coach House, Cottage and Gardens
Featuring an Opening Reception for the School Art Exhibition "Expressions 2011," which will showcase up to 10 works of art from all participating elementary and secondary schools in Brant County
Hands-on workshops in:
Painting
Clay
Dance
Acting
Storytelling
Performances by student musicians, actors and dancers
Refreshments
Food available for purchase
Launch of CULTURE QUEST, where members of the cultural sites of the Brantford Museum and Gallery Association will be on site to engage your spirit in Arts and Heritage in Brantford and Brant County
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=214161075263961
Glenhyrst Art Gallery of Brant
20 Ava Rd
Brantford, ON
1-4pm

Wednesday, May 18, 2011

Victoria Day 2011 in Kitchener Waterloo

Long Weekend Blast

Heritage Plant Sale
Saturday May 21, 2011, 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. or while plant supply lasts.
Free admission for plant sale
The Friends of Waterloo Region Museum host their 16th Annual Heritage Plant Sale. A selection of the flower and vegetable varieties that can be found in the several heritage gardens at the historic site will be available for purchase while supplies last. Free admission for plant sale. Call 519-748-1914 or visit http://www.waterlooregionmuseum.com/  for more information.

Dog Show (May 21-23)
http://kitchener.kijiji.ca/c-ViewAdLargeImage?AdId=274196967

Sunday *FIREWORKS*
Mohawk Raceway http://www.woodbineentertainment.com/Mohawk/Pages/FFFN_2011.aspx


NEW DUNDEE Victoria Day Celebrations
Monday May 23 2011, 7am-3pm
Location:New Dundee
Address:New Dundee Park
URL: http://www.newdundee.ca/  
Entire town garage sale
Hot air balloon rides
Family activities
Silent auction
Classic car show
Market vendors
Food vendors
Come and Play PARADE starts at 2pm.
ALL YOU CAN EAT PANCAKE BREAKFAST - New Dundee Fire Hall
$5 Kids
$10 Adults

Victoria Day in Victoria Park
Monday, May 23, 2011
11am
Location: Victoria Park
Kitchener, ON
Summary: 11:00am we will begin a half hour program recalling Victoria's influence on our history. 12:00pm the Kitchener Musical Society Band will entertain with a free concert at the bandstand on Roos Island. Attendees are reminded to bring a lawn chair for a more comfortable day!

Also the town of Conestogo usually has *FIREWORKS* on Victoria Day


Owl Prowl with Jason Bracey
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
6:30 – 8:30pm
Location: rare Administration Centre
1679 Blair Road
Cambridge,
Summary: Please dress accordingly for the weather and event. Space is limited so please register early!
Cost: $8.00 ($3.00 with rare event Discount Card)
Phone number: 519-650-9336 x125
Website: http://www.raresites.org/  



May 26th
Williamsbug Car Show http://kitchener.kijiji.ca/c-community-events-Cruise-Night-Car-Show-and-Shine-W0QQAdIdZ280233171


Looking ahead

Foodlink invites members of the public to attend the launch of its 2011 Buy Local! Buy Fresh! map which will take place at the St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market on Saturday, May 28, 10am-noon. Free copies of the special anniversary issue will be available from representatives of Foodlink throughout the morning. Be among the first to get your copy, and pick up some great local food at the same time!


Brant County Family Arts Day. (I don't know if there is a cost)
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=214161075263961
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Also we want everyone to plan ahead for the LONG WEEKEND http://thesunshineisin.blogspot.com/2011/05/using-rare-sense-to-deflate-elephant.html

& For Fun PLEASE help us by liking this page
http://www.facebook.com/PattySullivanOnDWTS
Thanks & Keep Smiling!
Lisa

Saturday, May 14, 2011

DIG IN for the Food Bank and Waterloo Region Museum and More

First off I want to Thank everyone that helped with the Fundraising Sale last Saturday.  I have an update here http://thesunshineisin.blogspot.com/2011/05/update.html

Thursday
A Night in the Park
Thursday, May 12, 2011
5:30 – 9pm
Location: Victoria Park
Clock Tower at
Gaukel Street Entrance
Kitchener, ON
Summary: This event will showcase local food vendors, artisans, musicians and performers from the local area and offer our community a change to showcase their diversity and arts of the Waterloo Region. Join us for a community experience to remember!

Saturday

Hot Shots Street Hockey Tournament -Sportsworld Crossing
http://www.facswaterloo.org/portal/index.php

Police Open House 10am-3pm
http://www.wrps.on.ca/event/police-week-open-house


Youth Week-Capture the Flag
Saturday, May 14, 2011
1pm
Location: Waterloo Park
100 Westmount Road, North
Waterloo,
Summary: Registration 1:00pm, Start time 1:30pm.Gather friends and put in a team of 10 or sign up as an individual and we will find a team for you! Register in advance on the Waterloo Youth Council Facebook Page. (Westmount and University Avenue, West Entrance Bench #9).
Cost: $2.00 in advance, $4.00 at event
Phone number: 519-886-1177

DIG IN for the Food Bank this weekend

Waterloo Square Battle of the Bands
http://www.phatalbert.ca/digin/page/home


Preparing to Garden Workshop
Saturday May 14, 2011, 9 a.m. to noon
Registration Required
The novice gardener will learn all there is to know about starting a garden. This workshop will provide a hands-on overview of soil preparation, essential tools, watering, fertilizing and preventing weeds. Call 519-748-1914 or visit http://www.waterlooregionmuseum.com/  for more information.

Food Bank Day at Waterloo Region Museum
Saturday May 14, 2011, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Free
Free Admission to Doon Heritage Village and the Waterloo Region Museum with a non-perishable food. Call 519-748-1914 or visit http://www.waterlooregionmuseum.com/  for more information.

SUNDAY
Video Gaming Meet
http://kitchener.kijiji.ca/c-ViewAdLargeImage?AdId=274674124
more info here http://kitchener.kijiji.ca/c-buy-and-sell-video-games-consoles-other-Kitchener-Waterloo-Spring-Video-Game-Swap-Meet-W0QQAdIdZ274674124

Waterloo Region Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
Sunday May 15, 2011, 2 p.m.
Free
Join the citizens of Waterloo Region as they pay tribute to eight individuals and two sports teams in recognition of their accomplishments and outstanding contributions to this community. Call 519-748-1914 or visit http://www.waterlooregionmuseum.com/  for more information.

Every Tuesday all summer is Taco Tuesday at Kitchener City Hall from 11:30am-1:30pm

International Museum Day
Wednesday May 18, 2011, 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. or 2 to 3 p.m.
Regular Admission
International Museum Day at the Waterloo Region Museum. Tom Reitz , Manager/Curator gives museum building tour and James Jensen, Curator of Exhibits gives a power point tour of the exhibits opening later this year. Call 519-748-1914 or visit http://www.waterlooregionmuseum.com/  for more information.

Looking ahead

Heritage Plant Sale
Saturday May 21, 2011, 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. or while plant supply lasts.
Free admission for plant sale
The Friends of Waterloo Region Museum host their 16th Annual Heritage Plant Sale. A selection of the flower and vegetable varieties that can be found in the several heritage gardens at the historic site will be available for purchase while supplies last. Free admission for plant sale. Call 519-748-1914 or visit http://www.waterlooregionmuseum.com/  for more information.


NEW DUNDEE Victoria Day Celebrations
Monday May 23 2011, 7am-3pm
Location:New Dundee
Address:New Dundee Park
URL: http://www.newdundee.ca/
Entire town garage sale
Hot air balloon rides
Family activities
Silent auction
Classic car show
Market vendors
Food vendors
Come and Play PARADE starts at 2pm.
ALL YOU CAN EAT PANCAKE BREAKFAST - New Dundee Fire Hall
$5 Kids
$10 Adults

Wednesday, May 4, 2011

Generosity & Mother's Day in Kitchener Waterloo

Make sure you the Fundraiser Yard Sale for the family that lost their home in Grismby this SATURDAY  104 Craigston Pl. Waterloo

Fundraiser /Garage Sale Saturday May 7th 8 - 12ish. Many new items priced to sell! Remember Mother's Day and Father's Day is just around the corner!
For a suggested donation of just $1/ballot, you will have a chance to win 4 passes to Bingemans Waterworx! 4 passes to Glen Ridge Golf OR 4 tickets to your Kitchener Rangers hockey game, 2011/2012 Season, on the rails!! Be there rain or shine!!!
Details about what happened are here





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May 6
Waterloo Square UW EcoCAR-The Next Challenge: 1 – 6pm

Grand River Motorcycle Ride For Dad Show & Shine
Friday, May 6, 2011
6 – 9pm
Location: Zehrs Beechwood
450 Erb Street, West
Waterloo, support the cause of prostate cancer research and education at a motorcycle show and shine in the Zehrs Beechwood parking lot. BBQ and prizes! For more information call 519-580-4271.
Cost: $5.00 per bike

Phone number: 519-580-4271
Website: http://www.motorcycleridefordad.org/
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Saturday
Yard Sale at 104 Craigston Pl SEE ABOVE!!!


Free Comic Book Day at all local KW Comic Shops

Charity BBQ Day at all M&M Meat Shops

The Region of Waterloo is hosting the "Travel Wise - Gear up for Summer" event on May 7. Bring your Bike to the Waterloo Public Square for a tune-up with Recycle Cycle, a helmet fitting with King Street Cycle, some short CanBike lessons and more to help you start the bike season off right!

Mom To Mom Sale Highview Community Church
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Sunday

Happy Mother's Day!!!!

Bike Swap at Chicopee