Monday, October 31, 2016

Movember, Breakfast With Santa, PD DAY, Santa Claus Parade, CP Holiday Train and More November 2016 Events, Activities And Stuff To In Kitchener Waterloo

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As always please check all links provided as times, dates, venues and registration information often changes without our knowledge.

First is list of ongoing events followed by our Monthly Blast

Ongoing Events

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

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!

TEL: 519 888 4567
ext. 31164
EMAIL: babylab@uwaterloo.ca

Youth Drum & 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 a 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

Daily
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 starting January 2016 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

Have an Infant and/or Toddler? Check out OUR PLACE EARLY YEARS CENTRE calendar http://www.ourplacekw.ca/


Creekside Kids is excited to invite families to the City Park Indoor Playground at Creekside Church. You do not need to be a Creekside attender to enjoy the use of this playground. Admission is free https://creeksidechurch.ca/playground/


Tuesdays

·         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!

  • November 8: Erick Traplin
  • November 22: Erick Traplin


Tots Time @ Waterloo Region Museum (DOON) Join us on Tuesdays for an engaging program for children ages 2 to 5.Each week is a different theme and the time will be filled with crafts, toy playing, story reading and lots of learning games to help your little one grow. Admission is $2 per child. 10 per cent membership discount applies. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Accompanying adult's admission is free. http://www.waterlooregionmuseum.com/upcomin…/event-details/…

Thursdays
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!


Tots Time @ Waterloo Region Museum (DOON)

Join us on Thursdays for an engaging program for children ages 2 to 5. Each week is a different theme and the time will be filled with crafts, toy playing, story reading and lots of learning games to help your little one grow. Admission is $2 per child. 10 per cent membership discount applies. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Accompanying adult's admission is free. http://www.waterlooregionmuseum.com/upcomin…/event-details/…

FIVE THE MAGICIAN
Boston Pizza at Erb and Erbsville is every Thursday 5:30-7:30pm

Fridays
FREE FLICKS

@KPL DOWNTOWN


 Construction Squared

 
A weekly noon hour event series featuring local performers.Join us in Waterloo Public Square every Friday from 12-1pm.http://www.waterloo.ca

Saturdays

Saturdays KPL Kids’ Club Kitchener Market, 300 King St. E. (Upper Level) Every Saturday, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.Take a break from shopping and stop by the Kitchener Public Library Space for stories, crafts and fun.No registration required.

Family Favourites $2.99 Films @ Cineplex


FREE FLICKS (suited for the older teen crown)


Sundays

Waterloo Public Square Drum Circle - Sunday evenings from 7:00pm - 9:00pm in Uptown Waterloo.Bring your drum & percussion & a folding chair.It's free & everyone is welcome! https://www.facebook.com/KWDrumCircles/?fref=ts

November 2016 Event Blast



Nov 1

The Westvale Community Association is running the Westvale Pumpkin Parade on Tuesday November 1st. Everyone is welcome! Details here: https://www.facebook.com/events/284244471947513/

Pumpkinpalooza @ Victoria Park Clock Tower 6:45 PM - 8 PM

2nd annual pumpkinpalooza! Bring your jack o'lantern to the park to put on display with the pumpkins of neighbours. https://www.facebook.com/events/1043570875764387

Nov 2

Parents’ Night Out Tasty Thai - Nov. 2, 6:30-8:30 p.m. @ Kitchener Market

One of the most popular international cuisines, 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

Nov 5

Safety Tree Class – Elmira



School of Witchcraft and Wizardry with Let's Talk Science at U of Guelph

Please note, this is a drop in event so please feel free to go to which ever rooms you are most interested in and come to the event whenever you have time (however, it will take at least 2 hours to see most of the activities). Any children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult (someone 16 or older). 

Although this event would be fun for all ages (especially Harry Potter fans), it is targeted towards children ages 5 to 13. 

Things to bring with you: something to decorate as a wand and a bag to carry home all of the handmade goodies from throughout the day. Costumes are encouraged! FREE Event but you must register at https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/school-of-witchcraft-and-wizardry-with-lets-talk-science-at-u-of-guelph-tickets-26510675143


Nov 6

The Guelph Model Railroad Society welcomes visitors to our annual Fall show, with special model train guest *Thomas! 

When: Sunday November 6th, 2016 – From 10AM until 4PM Admission: $5.00 per adult. Children 12 and under free. Proceeds go to help fund the club.*Please note: All trains, including Thomas, are models, not full size. http://wfreeth.wixsite.com/guelphmodelrailroad

Visit Joseph Schneider Haus at the Kitchener Waterloo Art Gallery for Family Sunday, November 6, 1 to 4 p.m. Family Sunday has a $5 suggested donation per child. http://josephschneiderhaus.com/upcoming-events/event-details/?id=726&type=0&calendar=3


Nov 7 and 8

Elf The Broadway Musical @ Centre In The Square.


Nov 9
Wee Hands @ Waterloo Region Museum (DOON) 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Are you a new mom looking for some adult time with other new moms? This is a fun and interesting program just for you.The Waterloo Region Museum is offering a new program for new moms.  On specific Wednesdays during the fall we will be offering a session that will be fun and interesting and give you a morning out with your new baby.Admission is $3 plus HST, membership discount applies. http://www.waterlooregionmuseum.com/upcoming-events/event-details/?id=524&type=0&calendar=1


Parents’ Night Out Soups and Stews - Nov. 9, 6:30-8:30 p.m. @ Kitchener Market

Autumn leaves are swirling down; the air is starting to feel crisp and frosty! Warm up to a bowl of homemade soup or stew using one of the fabulous recipes you'll learn in this class. Soups and stews can be made ahead of time and frozen for future meals; they are also a great way to incorporate fresh veggies into your diet. Register at http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Cooking_classes.asp


November 12

MOVEMBER KIDS KW @ Kitchener Market
 

FREE EVENT!!!! 10am-Noon @ Kitchener Market Upper Marketplace Kitchen

Stuff to do with your kids in Kitchener Waterloo and the #KitchenerMarket Present #Movember Kids KW. A ***FREE*** Family Event from 10am-Noon In The Upper Marketplace Kitchen!
Confirmed for the event so far
*Moustache Cookie Baking & Decorating by
Little Magic Parties *Facepainting by Bre Creative
*Activity Sheets from Sportco Source for Sports
* Artshine-Arts4all Craft
*Photo Booth by
Gary's Lens Photography
*Moustache Nail Art, Finger Nail Polishing by VIPS Very Important Party and Spa
*MOVE by Movember special guests from PWA Canada
*Our Place Family Resource and Early Years Centre Activity
*Visit From
City of Kitchener Mayor Berry Vrbanovic
*Mental Health & Motivation from Shayne Smith of Tee Talent Apparel

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I.AM.ME @ Centre In The Square
 


 

Nov 16

Parents’ Night Out How to Build a First Class Charcutrie Board - Nov. 16, 6:30-8:30 p.m. @ Kitchener Market

Charcutrie boards are the best way to kick off a dinner party - and now you can show off the insider knowledge you will learn in this hands-on class. Our chef will lead you through the classic components of a charcutrie board, some local delicacies you can get right at the Kitchener Market, and demonstrate how to layout your pieces to compose a beautiful board! Each participant will setup and sample their own board throughout the duration of this class. Register at http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Cooking_classes.asp
 
Nov 17th
Santa’s Arrival @ Cambridge Centre
Watch Santa arrive in style on the Zamboni at Cambridge Ice Centre Thursday, November 17th at 6pm. FREE skating takes place after Santa’s arrival from 6:10pm to 7:30pm *All regular public skate rules and regulations will apply.

Nov 18 – PD DAY


Waterloo Region Museum (DOON) 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. (village closes at 4 p.m.) Visit to engage your children during their day away from school. Special seasonal and hands-on activities are scheduled throughout the day for children of all ages.Visit the Waterloo Region Museum and take part in the hands on activities in the historic village and the museum and make this outing a great way to start a weekend. Admission:  $10 Adults, $8 Seniors/Students, $5 Children, Children four and under free, Families $25, all admissions plus HST. http://www.waterlooregionmuseum.com/upcoming-events/event-details/?id=11&type=0&calendar=1

Joseph Schneider Haus
Don't sit around your house all day, come visit ours! We'll have crafts, activities and fresh baked snacks to make it a memorable day out. Regular Admission http://josephschneiderhaus.com/upcoming-events/event-details/?id=750&type=0&calendar=3

Nov 19
KITCHENER SANTA CLAUS PARADE!
It begins at 10:30am at KITCHENER MARKET
http://lionsclubofkitchener.com/?page_id=28

Child Workshop: Mug and Hot Chocolate Gifts – Waterloo Region Museum (DOON) 10:30-11:30am
During this fun workshop, each child will make three take-homes to make hot chocolate extra special during the chilly weather or they can use them as gifts at Christmas. For ages 6 to 10 years old.A specially decorated ceramic mug, layered hot chocolate mix in a jar and chocolate dipped spoons.Admission is $15 plus HST per child. Membership discount applies. Capacity limited. Pre-registration required. MasterCard, Visa, and American Express accepted. No refunds. Book by phone at 519-748-1914. One adult to accompany child to workshop but space is limited http://www.waterlooregionmuseum.com/upcoming-events/event-details/?id=740&type=0&calendar=1

Cambridge Santa Claus Parade
6:00pm
http://cambridgesantaparade.com/

Nov 20

Family Workshop: Holiday Cards @ Region of Waterloo Museum (DOON) 1:30pm-3:30pm
The whole family can join us to make a dozen specialty cards, gift tags, and envelopes with guided demonstrations for 6 holiday card designs. All ages.There will also be plenty of specialty paper and other supplies if families wish to design their own cards, such as stamps, ribbon, jewels and special holiday cut-outs. Make a dozen cards (12), gift tags, and envelopes.Admission is $20 plus HST per family (based on WRM’s family definition). Membership discount applies. Capacity limited. Pre-registration required. MasterCard, Visa, and American Express accepted. No refunds. Book by phone at 519-748-1914. http://www.waterlooregionmuseum.com/upcoming-events/event-details/?id=741&type=0&calendar=1

Nov 21

Homeschooler Village Christmas @ Waterloo Region Museum (DOON) 9:30am-4pm
Come and explore how various cultural groups celebrated Christmas in rural Waterloo County in 1914.Step back in time to experience the sights and sounds of an early 20th century Christmas in Doon Heritage Village.The village is all decked out in its Christmas finery.    Most appropriate for students at grade 2 level (but all are welcome)Cost $5.50 per child All Teaching Parents are free Children aged 4 and under are free No need to book in advance, just come on the day! http://www.waterlooregionmuseum.com/upcoming-events/event-details/?id=22&type=0&calendar=1

Nov 23

Ladies/Mom’s Night Out: Cocktails and Apps - Nov. 23, 6:30-8:30 p.m. @ Kitchener Market
Impress your holiday guests with the cocktail and appetizer recipes you'll learn in this informative, hands-on cooking class! Enjoy a glass of wine while our chef teaches you delicious cocktails combined with delectable appetizers. And perhaps the best part, you get to sample your creations throughout the class! Register at http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Cooking_classes.asp

Nov 26

Kids In Kilts McDougall Cottage Cambridge
Drop in between 1 - 4 p.m. One special day each month, we invite children, ages 3 and up, to create a fun seasonal or Scottish inspired craft. This months crafty kids will have tons of fun creating Graham Cracker Cottages.$3 per child, adults are free. http://mcdougallcottage.com/upcoming-events/event-details/?id=780&type=0&calendar=2

Grinch Tree - Parent/Child Class @ Sheridan Nurseries
Together, parents and Little Diggers will create their very own Grinch Tree! Inspired by everyone’s favourite Dr. Seuss, this unique Christmas tree is fun to make! Pre-registration is required.
Saturday, November 26, 2016 10:30 - 11:15 am Special Class Price: $15.00 Pre-registration is required http://www.sheridannurseries.com/events_and_locations/little_diggers


Nov 29
CP HOLIDAY CHRISTMAS TRAIN
Cambridge @ 4pm and Ayr at 5:20pm
http://www.cpr.ca/holiday-train/schedule-canada

Bernardin Canning Holiday Event @ Kitchener Market

6:30pm-8:30pm Join EMERIE BRINE a canning specialist from Bernardin, for an exciting new holiday class. Bernardin is making your holiday gift giving easy with this innovative cooking class with a focus on quick holiday gift ideas and hostess gifts along with cranberries and pepper jellies.

Cost: $5 at the door
Register at
info@kitchenermarket.ca

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