Tuesday, July 29, 2014

Civic Holiday and August 2014 Activities Events and Stuff To Do In Kitchener Waterloo

During the summer months there are a lot of choices in the Kitchener Waterloo area. To make it a bit easier I am listing all the ongoing/weekly events at the top, scroll down to see individual events by date.
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Ongoing Summer Events

Brunswick Frederick Lanes , Kitchener's original 10 pin bowling ally! Is offering special 'Ball Passes' to families in the Stuff to do with your kids in Kitchener Waterloo Group! It's for kids 18 and under. These Ball Passes give kids 2 FREE games of bowling EVERY DAY this summer! They also get a discounted shoe rental of $1.75! Parents head to Brunswick Frederick Lanes (at Frederick Mall) front desk and let them know you saw the BALL PASSES on the Stuff To Do Group!

MONDAYS
Food Trucks @ Kitchener City Hall 11:30am-1:30pm
http://www.downtownkitchener.ca/en/pages/downtown-live.asp?utm_source=June+2014+E-vents&utm_campaign=June+2014&utm_medium=email#DL

Classic Carshow @ Highland Westmount Shopping Centre 6pm https://www.facebook.com/ClassicCarMondays
Summer Concert Series @ Waterloo Square 7pm-8:30pm

TUESDAYS
Kids Hop @ Kitchener Market
Bring your little ones to the Kitchener Market every Tuesday 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!
Erick Traplin, a popular local musician, performs some of kids' favourite songs on alternate Tuesdays. On the crafts and storytime days, listen to seasonal tales and work together to create unique crafts. http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Kids_Hop.asp

Bike It You'll Like It @ Kitchener City Hall
Join us for a community bike ride and receive a $5 lunch coupon at the Kitchener Market! Every Tuesday in July and August. Meet at 11:50am at Kitchener City Hall. Rides are 20-25 minutes and are led by Easy Riders Cycling Club. All rides end at the Kitchener Market where cyclists can enjoy a discounted lunch.


WEDNESDAYS
WPL Story Time @ Waterloo Square 10:30am-11:30am (Beginning July 9th)

Join Kathy Wall LIVE at Bingemans Big Splash every Wednesday all summer long!
If you want to buy tickets for the special price of $14 (plus tax), CLICK HERE to order yours and use thebeat as the promotional password. This special ticket can only be redeemed between 10am - Noon on Wednesdays at the gate.
http://www.915thebeat.com/events/274
Dinosaur Wednesdays @ University Of Waterloo
1pm Earth Sciences Building
http://uwaterloo.ca/earth-sciences-museum/events/dinosaur-wednesdays


THURSDAYS
Family groups can play 5 holes of golf with 8" cups and junior tees. Adults pay $12 and kids are free. Free club rentals, too. View the details at www.merryhillgolf.com

Art Innovators @ Kitchener Market
Every Thursday from 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Art Innovators will be hosting Squiggles to Grins at the Kitchener Market – a program for children and their parents. Participate in a fun, unique, hands-on creative art experience! http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Kids_Art_free_art_program.asp

Waterloo Park Outdoor Movies
Thursday Aug. 7 - Movie: Rio 2 (Trailer)
Musical guest: Erick Traplin

Thursday Aug. 14 - Movie: Mr. Peabody & Sherman (Trailer)
Musical guest: Waterstreet Blues Band
 
(no movie Aug 21, but check the Cambridge listings below

Thursday Aug. 28 - Movie: Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory (1971 Starring Gene Wilder) (Trailer)
Musical guest: Phil 'N' The Blanks
http://parkmovies.ca/movie.html

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Outdoor Movie Night @ Cambridge City Hall
Movies start at dusk (around 8:30/9 pm) - Bring your own lawn chair and blanket.
2014 Movie Lineup
August 7 - Despicable Me 2 (PG)

August 14 - Frozen (PG)

August 21 - The Lego Movie (PG)

August 28 - Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (1971)(G)

Please note: Due to licensing and availability, movie titles may change.
http://www.cambridge.ca/news.php?nid=552

Summer Concerts @ Castle Kilbride
Thursday Evenings in August bring your lawn chair and enjoy unique music every time on the front lawn of Castle Kilbride 7 p.m. until 8 p.m. Admission is by donation. http://www.castlekilbride.ca/newsckList.php

FRIDAYS
As a special summer treat, every Friday morning, Frederick Imagine Cinemas will be showing a childrens' film, for the low box-office price of only $2.00!
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On Friday, August 1st at 10am
THE NUT JOB
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On Friday, August 8th at 10am
THE SMURFS 2
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Friday, August 15th at 10am
RIO 2


Outdoor Movies @ Shades Mill
The movies are free for GRCA Park Membership and day pass holders. Or, up to six people in a vehicle can gain admission for a special flat fee of $10 on Friday nights starting at 7 p.m.
http://www.grandriver.ca/Newsroom/News.cfm?id=662

SATURDAYS
$2.50 Cineplex Family Movies
http://www.cineplex.com/events/familyfavourites

Cheer in the Park
Every Saturday (July 5 - August 23)
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Victoria Park Pavillion
Alternate Location (if it is raining): Twisters Cheer Athletics (330 Gage Avenue, Unit 4&5, Kitchener, ON, N2M 5C6)
Cost: FREE
Contact Info: 519-741-4314 or info@twisterscheerathletics.com
Come join us at Victoria Park in Kitchener for dancing, jumping, tumbling and stunting! There is no need for experience, this is a fun way to learn what cheerleading is all about. This activity can involve the entire family so we hope to see you at Victoria Park

SUNDAYS
Drum Circle @ Waterloo Square 7 - 9 p.m.
Concert Band Series @ Waterloo Park 7 - 9 p.m.
Also be sure to check out the TIM HORTON FREE SWIM LISTINGS
The Grand River Conservation listing for all of their parks http://www.grandriver.ca/Events/
Full KPL calendar
WPL calendar
 
Cambridge Libraries calendar



 

BLAST TIME




 
Please click through the links provided for admission costs and updated information
 
Aug 1 to 3
Emiko's Anime/Comic Book/Gaming Convention @ Crowne Plaza (formely Delta Downtown Kitchener)
 
Aug 3
Open Streets Uptown Waterloo
Various events and venues
see the list here
 
Sunday, August 3, 2014 | 10am – 4pm
Location: Westfield Heritage Village
1049 Kirkwall Road
Rockton ON
Summary:The 10th annual Ice Cream Carnival will take place at Westfield Heritage Village on Sunday August 3 and Monday August 4 from 10 AM to 4 PM. Adult admission is $11.00, seniors (65+) $10.00 and children 6-12 years $6.50. Children five and under are free. Parking is free.
For more information visit www.westfieldheritage.ca or call 519-621-8851

CIVIC HOLIDAY






Aug 4
Kidsummer @ Waterloo Region Museum (DOON)
KidSummer is a family day where kids of all ages can have some good old fashioned fun. FREE admission for up to two children with each paid adult admission.
Enjoy our museum gallery activities, horse drawn wagon rides and more! Help our village blacksmith twist iron, send telegraphs from our train station, and enjoy many more fun unique activities for all ages.
Free admission for up to two children, with each $10 adult admission purchased.
 
Aug 6
Make It Club For Teens
Forest Heights on August 6 from 2 pm. to 3:30 pm.
We’ll have materials on hand to help you complete several Teen Summer Challenges, earn ballots to win an iPod, and meet other teens. For more info on the Teen Summer Challenge, go to teensummerchallenge.weebly.com.
Ages 12-18, or entering Grade 7 this September.
No registration required; just drop in.
 
Aug 6 PARENTS NIGHT OUT - Kitchener Market
Japanese cuisine: Wednesday, Aug. 6, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Traditional Japanese food incorporates simple ingredients and flavourful sauces, dips, or fillings to create healthy and delicious dishes. Seafood, grains, and root veggies are staple ingredients used in Japanese cooking! Our professional chefs will guide you along with step-by-step instructions to make the recipes you’ll take away quick and easy to prepare in your own kitchen.
http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Cooking_classes.asp

Aug 7-10 is the Kitchener Blues Festival Downtown, Children's Stages happen Sat and Sun (THEMUESEUM Stage)
 
Aug 8
Ghostbusters Outdoor Movie - Guelph Market Square
http://guelph.ca/event/movies-square-ghostbusters/

Aug 8-16
World Fastball Tournament
Peter Hallman Ball Park
 
Aug 8
Kitchener Rangers Charity Baseball Game
6:30pm
Peter Hallman Ball Park
http://www.kitchenerrangers.com/article/cheer-on-the-rangers-all-star-softball-team

Friday, August 8 – Sunday, August 10, 2014
Location: Centre Wellington Community Sportplex
550 Belsyde Ave. E
Fergus, ON
Summary:Join us for pipes, drums, heavy events, clans, heritage, author series, vendors and dancing. Come for a mini vacation to Scotland...without the airfare!
Time: 7am - 1am
Cost: Varies depending on the day, see website for details:
www.fergusscottishfestival.com
 
Aug 9
Tour the Kitchener Market with ChefD: Saturday, Aug. 9, 9:30 a.m.
Join us for a free tour and cooking class on the second Saturday of every month. ChefD will take a group around the lower market, showing off his favorite local vendors. Once the tour is done you can come back up to the Marketplace and watch a live cooking demonstration by ChefD preparing the ingredients he's purchased! Sample the dish and then feel free to continue exploring the market on your own. Note: This is a free event, if you wish to attend please register.
http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Cooking_classes.asp
 
Baden Cornfest
I have been told that Entrance into the festival itself and most of the entertainment is free. Some activities have a cost, including the corn fest supper ($12 for adult; $8 for kids under 8) and the dance ($10) and the breakfast may be around $10
 
Construct a community, test a tower, plan a city, build a house, design a dome, and learn about award-winning architecture in Waterloo Region. Collaborate on your project with an architect in training! Ages 6 to 12. It all happens at the Canadian Clay and Glass Gallery, 25 Caroline St N, Waterloo, from 1 to 4 pmhttp://buildingwaterlooregion.ca/home/kids/
 
Aug 9 and 10
e-Waste FDund Raiser
Address: Canadian Tire Store at 400 Weber St N,
Phone:519-569-0977
The K-W Optimist is having an E-waste event at the Canadian Tire Store at 400 Weber St N, Waterloo, ON N2J 3J3.
The E-waste bin will be located behind the Canadian Tire Gas Bar in the Canadian Tire main parking lot.
The event is on Saturday & Sunday August 9 & 10 from 8 AM - 5 PM.
All electronics items are welcome. Please no garbage.
All processes will go directly to the K-W Optimist Club youth programs.
Please drop off your unwanted electronic items and please tell your neighbours & friends about this event
 





Aug 11





Make It Club For Teens
Grand River Stanley Park on August 11 from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
We’ll have materials on hand to help you complete several Teen Summer Challenges, earn ballots to win an iPod, and meet other teens. For more info on the Teen Summer Challenge, go to teensummerchallenge.weebly.com.
Ages 12-18, or entering Grade 7 this September.
No registration required; just drop in.

Minecraft Mayhem For Teens
Central Library
85 Queen St. N., Kitchener
Monday, August 11 from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Everyone age 19 and under is invited to join in the mayhem! We’ll have 24 computers and 10 iPads running Minecraft Pocket Edition. Players can sign up for 1-hour slots – or please feel free to bring your own laptop or tablet. There will also be games and offline crafting.
No registration required; just drop in.

Aug 14
The Tempest Bards Bus Tour @ Victoria Park (if it rains then it will take place @ Kitchener City Hall)
7:30pm
Pay What You Can
http://www.driftwoodtheatre.com/event/tempest-victoria-park-kitchener-august-14/


Aug 16
 
Kids In The Kitchener @ Kitchener Market
10am-Noon Free Event
Bring your kids to the Marketplace to stir up a storm with fun themes and activities focused around food, cooking and nutrition. Classes are taught by one of our professional chefs who give your kids, and you, lots of opportunities to participate. This month have fun in the sun as we dish out some sunshiney summer treats!
 
Construct a community, test a tower, plan a city, build a house, design a dome, and learn about award-winning architecture in Waterloo Region. Collaborate on your project with an architect in training! Ages 6 to 12. It all happens at the Canadian Clay and Glass Gallery, 25 Caroline St N, Waterloo, from 1 to 4 pm http://buildingwaterlooregion.ca/home/kids/

Family Fun Day - Growing Up Healthy @ Waterloo Park
9am-Noon
http://growinguphealthy.ca/community/community-events/family-fun-day/

Saturday, August 16, 2014 | 11am – 3pm
Location: 3160 Alps Road
Ayr, ON
Summary:There willl be lots to see and do for the entire family, including car show, kids activities, treats, BBQ, music, prizes and more! Proceeds go to The Canadian Cancer Society. http://PriorityFest.ca

LEGO MOVIE Outdoor Movie
Saturday August 16. Doors Open at 7pm. Movie starts at 8pm
Tickets $5 at the door
Raffles, snacks, kids entertainment, live bands.
Bring your own lawn chair!
All proceeds go to the Independent Living Centre of Waterloo Region
127 Victoria St S. Kitchener. Independent Living Centre of Waterloo Region

https://www.facebook.com/events/319365878231130/

 
Aug 16 and 17
Moparfest
8am-4pm New Hamburg
Adults $10 Children Under 12 Free
 
Aug 17
Kidspark in Victoria Park
One of the best "family oriented" outdoor events in our opinion!

Aug19
Library Settlement Partnership Program: Let’s Get Ready for School
Central Library
85 Queen St. N.
Tuesday, August 19 at 6 p.m.
An information session for parents with children in any grade who will be attending a Canadian elementary school for the first time. No registration required

Aug20

Wednesday, August 20, 2014 | 5 – 8pm
Location: Constitution Park
Hinks Street
New Hamburg, ON
Summary:Come on out to the Wilmot Family Resource Centre Family Fun Carnival! BBQ, bouncy castle, dunk tank, games and more! An evening of fun for the whole family to enjoy.
 
Parents Night Out Spanish: Wednesday, Aug. 20, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Kitchener Market
Colorful and vibrant! Spain is known worldwide for its lively culture, fast-paced music, and flavourful food. Despite the fast and fun lifestyle, food is not a thing to be rushed in Spain! The same could be said of our Spanish cooking class, where you will learn how to develop flavours in traditional Spanish recipes
 http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Cooking_classes.asp
Aug 21
5pm-9pm
Lou Lou Shops @ Fairview Park
https://www.facebook.com/events/701172906595583/

Aug 21-24
Waterloo Busker Carnival
Aug 23
Sheridan Nurseries Kids Club
10:30am-11:15am price varies register here http://www.sheridannurseries.com/events/little_diggers_club/clay_pot_pen_holder

Build A Bike & Walk A Thon
Saturday Aug 23 2014, 11am-4pm
Location:Meadowlane P.S. School (back field)
Address:236 Forestwood Dr.
Code Yellow, a CAA contractor in the Kitchener/Waterloo area, will be building bikes to benefit local kids. Our drivers will be assembling bikes straight out of the box, and donating them to the Big Brothers and Sisters of Waterloo. Each bike will be inspected for safety prior to presenting them to the local children. This event will be in conjunction with Code Yellow's Twinkle of Hope Foundation Walk-A-Thon, so please come out and join us for a day of fun and good will!
http://codeyellowtowing.webs.com/apps/links/
 
Aug 23-24
Link Picnic Festival in Victoria Park

Aug24
Sunday, August 24, 2014 | 9:30am – 4pm
Location: Waterloo Region Museum and
Doon Heritage Village
10 Huron Road
Kitchener, ON
Summary:The car show and music is included with general admission. Adults $10, seniors/students $8, children $5, children 4 and under free, family $25, all admissions plus HST. www.waterlooregionmuseum.com
 
Aug 31
Kitchener Rangers Fan Appreciation BBQ
11am-2pm (followed by the Charity Game) http://www.kitchenerrangers.com/page/fan-appreciation-bbq
Summer Fun!
 
 
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