Tuesday, October 3, 2017

Thanksgiving Parade, Oktoberfest, Halloween, Pumpkin Patches and more October Fall Events In Kitchener Waterloo



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


CURRENT CONTESTS

Long Island Medium Theresa Caputo @ The Aud

 
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

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


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

Be a snow angel! Keeping sidewalks free of ice and snow can be very challenging for older adults and people with limited mobility. As a snow angel, you can be good neighbour by clearing snow for those who need assistance. All you have to do is adopt a sidewalk and keep it clear when it snows. Watch for people in your neighbourhood who could use help removing snow and lend them a hand. It’s also a great opportunity for students to complete volunteer hours needed and to exercise outdoors! Learn more: www.kitchener.ca/snowangels

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 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!

  • October 10th
  • October 24th


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. (resumes Jan 17)


Wednesdays

Wednesday evening workshops @ Kitchener Waterloo Art Gallery (beside Centre In The Square) 5:30pm with an emphasis of having fun and making cool stuff for ages 6-11.

DIY Kids offers exciting hands-on workshops each day where the emphasis is on having fun and making cool stuff.  Suitable for all skill levels, with new projects introduced each day. All materials are included. $15 + hst https://kwag.ca/civicrm/event/info?reset=1&id=86

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!

FREE! Ages 2-5 + caregiver (resumes Jan 12) http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/…/Kids_Art_free_art_program.a…

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.(resumes Jan 17 for Tues and Jan 19 for Thursdays)  


 

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


October 2017 Event Blast


Don’t forget to check our PUMPKIN PATCHES AND CORN MAZES LIST


 


Here’s a list of various FAMILY EVENTS FOR OKTOBERFEST http://oktoberfest.ca/Events?kw=&ca=FCEvents&fh=All&dt=All

For all events at Oktoberfest visit http://oktoberfest.ca/Events

For those with older teens, they may enjoy BINGEMANS SCREAMPARK http://bingemans.com/screampark/

Oct 5

Oct 5-9
Erin Fall Fair http://www.erinfair.com

Oct 6-7
PARENTS NIGHT OUT

Oct 6-9
Rockton World’s Fair http://www.rocktonworldsfair.com

Oct 7
'Celebrating Identity' is the second annual art exhibition by immigrant Muslim women artists of Kitchener Waterloo,- celebrating Ontario/Canada 150, Islamic History/ Heritage month and women's history month.
FREE entrance on the day of the launch ONLY. 1pm-3pm Please register at https://celebratingidentity.eventbrite.ca/

OCTOBER 9
HAPPY THANKSGIVING
Oktoberfest Thanksgiving Parade

This year the parade begins at WEBER and FREDERICK in KITCHENER at 8:30am and follows WEBER ST. ONLY.  It ends at WEBER and BRIDGEPORT RD in Waterloo http://kwoktoberfestparade.oktoberfest.ca AND LOOK FOR US (LISA AND DIANE) ON THE VIRGIN RADIO FLOAT!!!!!!

 Oct 6-10
Burford Fall Fair http://www.burfordfair.ca

Oct 14
Cook Like Oma @ Kitchener Market
Bring your family and learn how to make pretzels an other traditional German food like Oma makes.
Afterwards, enjoy traditional Oktoberfest dancing and music, along with appearances from some of your favorite Oktoberfest mascots!

9:00 A.M - Vicki from Essen demonstrates a German inspired soup
10:00 A.M - ChefD from 'At Home with ChefD' on Rogers TV

This event is free with a donation of non-perishable items, or a toonie, towards the Waterloo Region Food Bank. We will be collecting donations onsite.

 Latitudes Storytelling Festival @ KPL Central (Downtown Kitchener) 10am-4pm http://latitudesfestival.com

 
The Band Destiny Live @ Country Hills Community Centre 6pm

Oct 22
Come "trunk or treating" with your dog on October 22nd 3-5PM.
811 Bleams Rd. Kitchener
There will be treats for the dogs and hopefully some tricks. Please have your dog come dressed up for proper trick-or-treating! We will have a photobooth for your dog to get their Halloween photo done! Donations gladly accepted to go towards a local shelter.
https://www.facebook.com/events/152070342058016

Oct 23
Great Big Boo @ Galaxy Cinemas Waterloo (Conestoga Mall) 4pm and 6pm

Oct 24
Early Years Centre @ The Kitchener Market for The Family Kitchen
Join Reem Tuesdays from 9:30-11 a.m. in the Marketplace for family cooking time. This program will provide strategies to families on how to involve children in the kitchen.
Register in person at Our Place Family Resource and Early Years Centre or by phone at 519-571-1626.

Oct 25
PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT
Thai Cooking Class @ Kitchener Market
Tasty Thai - Oct. 25, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
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. Cost and registration info at http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Cooking_classes.asp

OCTOBER 26
PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT
MOVEMBER KW LAUNCH @ EDELWEISS TAVERN 6-9PM Info TBA

Oct 27
Campfire @ Waterloo Public Square 7-9pm

Oct 28
Monster Mash @ Kitchener Market
10am-Noon
Spooky skeletons and creepy crawlies abound in our Halloween space filled with fun decorations and treats for kids! We will be hosting a super monster mash so come dressed for the occasion in your favourite costume.. Goodies and crafts, along with fun music to dance to, will put everyone in the spirit to celebrate Halloween from sunrise to sunset!
Please bring a donation for the Waterloo Region Food Bank with you. 
http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/Calendar/Details.aspx?Id=8e00f618-1733-4a2f-a6a7-e8639de3cfda

Kids in Kilts
Drop in anytime between 1 and 4 p.m.
McDougall’s Halloween Spooktacular
Join us for a phantasmic afternoon filled with crafts, activities, carving demos, toffee tasting and more. Wear your costume and plan for some Samhain (Halloween) fun! $3 per child, adults, no charge.
http://www.mcdougallcottage.ca/en/index.aspx

 
Trunk or Treat
Date: Saturday, October 28, 3PM – 5PM
Location: 1373 Lobsinger Line, Waterloo, ON (near the St. Jacobs Market)
Cost: Free
Contact: Ben Emery – (519) 664-2611

Description: Join us for our 5th annual free Trunk or Treat. Great for the whole family. We fill our parking lot with all kinds of decorated cars and people in costumes. Go from trunk to trunk to see the exciting displays and play fun games to earn free candy. No need to bring anything, just come on out with your family and enjoy! Feel free to dress up too. There will be a nice warm place inside for moms and babies to warm up.


Wine and Dine Date Night with ChefD - Oct. 28, 6:30-8:30 p.m Fee $99 per couple

Wine and dine during a fabulous evening event with ChefD from 'At Home with ChefD' on Rogers TV! Come out in pairs to enjoy a first-class four course meal and learn about some classic wine pairings. This course is a demonstration so you can sit back, relax and enjoy the night. Please note: the class fee is $99 per couple. Register at http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Cooking_classes.asp

October 29
Pet Friendly Howl-o-ween event @ Kitchener City Hall 1pm-2pm https://www.facebook.com/events/232765827251307
 
 
Halloween Party @ Descendants 11:30am-1:30pm Wear your costumes and enjoy halloween music, candy and face painting!

Kid’s Grilled Cheese Combo (sandwich, juice, fruit and treat) for $5.00. 10+ craft beers on tap for the grown up kids.

Artshine-Arts4all will be here to lead the kids through their own masterpiece. Family Fun for everyone https://www.facebook.com/events/1902476563348144
 
Pumpkin Carving in Cambridge Join us on October 29th as we carve pumpkins, enjoy juice, hot chocolate, tea, coffee, snacks and an afternoon of fun!
From spooky to jolly, carving pumpkins is a all-time tradition and trick-or-treaters certainly enjoy the creativity
of Jack-o'-lanterns when they come knocking on your door.
$15: includes one pumpkin, carving tools, markers, stickers, candles, drinks, Kernels popcorn and of course candy.
Please note, an adult must accompany child/ children.
Spaces are limited. Must register beforhand at https://eventdepot.eventastic.com/search
 
Soul Cake Demo @ McDougall Cottage Drop in between 1 and 4 p.m. https://www.facebook.com/events/1861066087556915
 
Sunday Family Fun Day @ Waterloo Region Museum (DOON)  12:00 p.m. Cookie Decorating- Join our staff to make some festive Halloween cookies
1:00 p.m. BINGO- Join us for some Halloween themed BINGO
2:00 p.m. Halloween Trivia - Test your Halloween knowledge in a fun trivia game in the Hall of Fame
2:30 p.m. Costume Parade- Come and show off your awesome costumes in our parade!
...
3:00 p.m. Cookie Decorating- Join our staff to make some festive Halloween cookies
4:00 p.m. BINGO- Join us for some Halloween themed BINGO

Ongoing

Game wall in the Foyer- pumpkin golf, ring toss and more!

Crafts in the Foyer- make a bag to hold your goodies and more

Find the bats and owls for fun facts!

Note, Doon Heritage Village is closed.

Included with regular admission: $11 Adults, $8 Seniors/Students, $5 Children, Children four and under free, Families $25, all admissions plus HST.
 
Pumpkin Carving in Woolwich Bring your little kids, your big kids or even just yourselves. We'll have pumpkins, stencils, cutters and lots of inspiration available for you to create a work of art. Keep the pumpkin carving clean up to a minimum this year and join the fun.
Cost is $10 with all the equipment and clean up handled by us and one pumpkin to take home. Food and beverages provided by Lourenço's Bakery are avilable to purchase on site. RSVP to secure your spot and your requested number of pumpkins from our pumpkin patch!  https://www.facebook.com/events/1920285044654723
 
Halloween Family Night @ St. Andrews
At St. Andrew's we LOVE our Family Night programs! This will be our third annual Hallloween bash and it's set to be the best one yet! Join us at 4:30 in the gym for:
Pumpkin decorating
Mummy Bowling
Apple Bobbing
Spooky Mini golf
...and other ghoulish games

Everything is FREE but you are welcome to make a small free will donation if you'd like to help us cover our costs.
 
4th Annual Trick or Treat Halloween Party @ Playfit Kids Club
This event is open to individuals with ASD, their siblings and caregivers only within Waterloo region or registered members of Autism Ontario Waterloo. Members receive advance registration.
Maximum 2 caregivers per family.  https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/4th-annual-trick-or-treat-halloween-party-registration-38487766947
 
October 30

Skyzone The City of Cambridge is letting Cambridge youth between the ages of 13-18 are invited to come celebrate Halloween on October 30th for FREE. All you need to do is fill out this form and we'll send you tickets if you're eligible: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe5HBZS7kUAoULzQalvEWRYCyg7wvqln229wluecC1uXcUhcg/viewform?c=0&w=1  https://www.facebook.com/events/290640694758802
 
October 31
HAPPY HALLOWEEN
Skyzone   Bring your toddlers in to Sky Zone from 10am-12pm or 1pm-3pm in costume on Halloween for a fun time as well as trick-or-treating in the park.
Tickets are only $8.00 per child
Reserve your spot now as space is limited!
Children 5 & under only. A waiver must be signed by the parent/guardian of the child attending.
Tuesday, October 31, 2017 | 4 – 4:50pm
Location: Albert McCormick Community Centre
Summary:The City of Waterloo invites all skaters to an afternoon Halloween Skate Party.

Live DJ & giveaways included!
Phone number:519-885-1700
 

Trunk or Treat @ Forward Church 4:30-6:30pm TRUNK OR TREAT… a safe, fun event for the whole family!
On October 31, come in costume and fill your treat bag from creatively decorated tables and trunks.
No need to RSVP – simply gather the family, invite a friend and head on over. We look forward to seeing you on Tuesday. Doors open at 4:30pm. https://www.facebook.com/events/1721322001225745


GET READY WE HAVE LOTS OF STUFF HAPPENING FOR MOVEMBER!!!!
Head to www.facebook.com/movemberkw for all the updates

 

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