Sunday, May 29, 2016

Cooking Up Spring And Summer Fun With #KitchenerMarket






As many of our readers know we are Jamie Oliver Food Revolution Ambassadors for Kitchener Waterloo.  This means we love letting the community know about great events happening in our area.
This spring and summer the Kitchener Market is offering lots of great events both at the Kitchener Market building and other spots in Downtown Kitchener Ontario Canada.  Below we have compiled a list of both weekly and occasional events that the Kitchener Market is involved with! Be sure to visit the registration links to get all the information.

WEEKLY EVENTS

Tuesdays - Kids Hop @ Kitchener Market
Bring your little ones to the Kitchener Market every other 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! http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Kids_Hop.asp

June Schedule
  • June 7: Erick Traplin
  • June 21: Erick Traplin
July Schedule
  • July 5: Erick Traplin
  • July 19: Erick Traplin
August Schedule
  • August 2: Erick Traplin
  • August 16: Erick Traplin
  • August 30: Erick Traplin
Then beginning July 5 - Long Table Tuesdays @ Kitchener Market

Join us on our outdoor piazza Tuesdays at lunch time this summer for live music and a friendly atmosphere for your mid-day break. If you bike to the Market you will receive a $5 off coupon that can be used at any of our International Food Court vendors courtesy of Bike Kitchener! http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/Calendar/Details.aspx?Id=81562983-f3d5-43d6-a292-a4eb03ea986a

Music lineup:
July 5: Tea for Two
July 12: JuneyT
July 19: Jessie Treener
July 26: David G
August 2: Jesse Webber
August 9: Tea for Two
August 16: Jesse Webber
August 23: David G
August 30: Jessie Treener

Wednesdays In June - Mid Week Market DOWNTOWN KITCHENER (City Hall)
Join us EVERY WEDNESDAY IN JUNE for our first ever Mid-Week Urban Farmer's Market at Kitchener City Hall. 11am-2pm
 5 local producers, Breadheads Pizza Oven and Velofix Mobile Bike Repair will be on site! Plus, live music, lots of seating (bring your lunch!) and a few surprises!
Look forward to seeing you there,
The Kitchener Market and The Downtown Crew!

https://www.facebook.com/events/961952643922618/

Thursdays - Artshine @ Kitchener Market
A FREE art program every Thursday!!
Ages 2-12
Every Thursday from 11 a.m. - 12 p.m., ARTSHINE will be hosting a parent n' 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 and kid-friendly lunch with lots of options for adults too!
Space is limited! Reserve a spot now for the ARTSHINE programs ON THURSDAY by emailing ARTSHINE at:manager@artshine.ca
http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Kids_Art_free_art_program.asp

Saturdays - Kitchener Farmers' Market
Every Saturday, for more than 140 years, Kitchener residents have enjoyed the bounty the Saturday farmers' market offers including meat, produce, dairy products and more. Market vendors delight in offering unsurpassed variety, quality and freshness to their many customers, some who are fourth and fifth generation market shoppers.
Hours of operation:
Saturdays: 7 a.m.- 2 p.m., year-round http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/vendors/Hours-of-Operation.asp

SPECIAL EVENTS FOR FAMILIES

June 4 - Bike Picnic Day @ Kitchener Market
Check your bike in our bicycle stand on the piazza and shop at the market for fresh, local food! Dine outside on our community tables with your family and friends, our International Food Court vendors are open from 7-2 PM. There will be live music, face painting, balloons and more fun for the whole family.
Kitchener Art Bomb will be surprising us with some art explosions too!
http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/Calendar/Details.aspx?Id=30cacd1c-9e01-4d7b-881b-584c61f4422b


June 18 - Father's Day @ Kitchener Market
The quickest way to Dad's heart is through his stomach! Celebrate Father's Day at the Market with a BBQ in the sunshine on our piazza. We will have a sneak peek of Cruising on King classic cars, music by Matt Weigner, Face paint by Bre Creative, knife sharpening
Free jumbo hot dog … for all dads
A free jumbo hot dog for all Dads provided by Finest Sausage and Meats!
http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/Calendar/Details.aspx?Id=462a7ce5-4b5c-42a1-9a0e-fa845d61d0d3

June 25 - Kids In The Kitchen @ Kitchener Market
Join us for a summer treat as we use local Ontario strawberries to make a yummy recipe that is easy for kids of all ages and do a fun strawberry themed craft. This event is free, please drop by the Marketplace Room between 9:00-11:00 AM to participate.
http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/Calendar/Details.aspx?Id=5811f423-8eff-4d34-a72e-ed891315de97

July 2 - Canada Day celebrations continue on Saturday at the Market!
9am-2pm
The piazza will be decorated for Canada Day! Come visit the Market booth. We'll be handing out 500 red and white Kitchener Market shopping bags to show our customers how much we appreciate them.There's lots happening outside our piazza!Ride your bike to the market and check it into our bicycle stand. Enjoy breakfast or lunch outside on our community tables with your family and friends. Our International Food Court Vendors are open from 7 a.m.-2 p.m.Play chess in the sunshine, enjoy live music, or get your face painted.
http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/Calendar/Details.aspx?Id=ea99d78e-e9db-4f2b-8ab0-0037a6501a2f

There's something for the whole family!
August 20 - Vegetable Puppets @ Kitchener Market
9am-11am join Kitchener's Artist in Residence Sarah Granskou as she teaches us how to make vegetable puppets in the Marketplace Room!
http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/Calendar/Details.aspx?Id=5eeb621b-e5b7-4120-878b-ec3a6a131c95

PARENTS' NIGHT OUT @ KITCHENER MARKET

June 8, 2016 - 6:30-8:30 PM
Bernardin Canning presents Summer Strawberries! Learn how to safely and properly preserve summer berries so they stay fresh and sweet all year-round. There will be prizes and handouts during this seminar with many opportunities to engage and ask questions from our expert canner Emerie!
Fee - $5.00 incl. tax
To register email info@kitchenermarket.ca with your name and number of guests attending, or phone us at 519-741-2287.
http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/Calendar/Details.aspx?Id=9d6d7355-6346-49c0-99b5-078de2cb8975

PLEASE NOTE COST FOR THESE CLASSES ARE $47 PER PERSON UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED. YOU MUST PRE-REGISTER 

June
Tasty Thai: Wednesday, June 15, 6:30-8:30 p.m. WebReg #217917
Thai dishes are created using many different elements in a harmonious way to create a full dish. Although it sounds complex, the ingredients are simple and healthy! Come in and learn about all of the different components of Thai cuisine, and leave with recipes for some of your favorite meals from Thailand.
Register at http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Cooking_classes.asp

Artshine N' Wine - Encaustics: Thursday, June 16, 6:30-8:30 p.m. WebReg #217916
Encaustics is an ancient art form that involves fusing layers of oil tinted beeswax together with various heating techniques  As the layers are built up, objects can be embedded in the wax and gouging techniques are incorporated to create shapes and designs.  Colors are used simultaneously to add depth and beauty to the work.  Encaustics is a unique medium which allows participants to explore their creativity while effectively engaging the senses. It is both deeply therapeutic while at the same promoting a sense of play. Participants will be taught the basics of encaustics including safety of the equipment, layering and fusing of the wax, embedding of objects, image transfers, and gouging techniques.  Each participant will be given 1-2 practice pieces and then led step by step through the creation of their 'masterpiece'. 
Register at http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Cooking_classes.asp

Intro to Indian: Wednesday, June 22, 6:30-8:30 p.m. WebReg #217918
Indian food can be spicy, sweet, sour, buttery and salty - but most of all it can be addictive! For authentic Indian recipes and hands-on teaching from a professional chef, look no further. Our Indian Cuisine class will show you just how easy it can be to make classic Indian dishes to wow your family and dinner guests alike.
Register at http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Cooking_classes.asp

Summer in Italy - Wine and dine: Wednesday, June 29, 6:30-8:30 p.m. WebReg #217919
Wine and dine yourself with this fun, hands-on class and wine tasting event! We will feature classic Italian small plates and wines from a little closer to home - our very own VQA Niagara wine country. Featured winery TBA.
Register at http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Cooking_classes.asp




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