As always please check all links provided as
times, dates, venues and registration information often changes without our
knowledge.
WE ALSO SUGGEST GOING THROUGH THE FULL LIST
BECAUSE SOME EVENTS MAY REQUIRE PRE-REGISTRATION.
First is list of ongoing events followed by our
Monthly Blast
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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
Centre for Ocular Research and Education (CORE)
at the University of Waterloo and is recruiting for a new scientific
study (ID: CYPRESS) that examines how to treat nearsightedness in children aged
6-9. Participants will receive up to $690 for 9 visits over 3 years, and
also receive a free pair of spectacle frames to keep.
If you are interested in participating, please
call for more details or to book your appointment at 519-888-4742. Please
provide the study ID “CYPRESS” when you call. You will be provided with
all relevant study information prior to study enrollment and you are under no
obligation to participate.
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!
EMAIL: babylab@uwaterloo.ca
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
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
FULL MONTH EVENT
CALENDARS
These places have so many events each month, it
is better to just look at them individually
Michaels Craft Store Workshops http://canada.michaels.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-MichaelsCanada-Site/en_CA/Page-Show?cid=store-events
Have an Infant and/or Toddler? Check out OUR
PLACE EARLY YEARS CENTRE calendar http://www.ourplacekw.ca/
If you are willing to drive a little out of
town, then this is the list for BRANTFORD’s HARMONY SQUARE http://www.brantford.ca/residents/leisurerecreation/communityfacilities/HarmonySquare/Pages/EventsandPrograms.aspx
Daily
The Creekside Playground is open on Sundays and
is available to the general public Monday through Thursday 9:30am-11:30am at
various seasons throughout the year. You do not need to be a Creekside
attender to enjoy the use of the playground.
Admission is free! Aside from regular
play, special events/classes are offered throughout the week. This is a
great place for your children to play and for you to meet new friends.
Choose from 2 locations.
660 Conservation Drive, Waterloo.
1356 Weber St East, Kitchener.
660 Conservation Drive, Waterloo.
1356 Weber St East, Kitchener.
Calvary Church Cambridge Indoor Playground
What: We are an indoor
playground located directly in the church building which opens its doors to our
community to allow a safe and friendly environment.
Ages: Suited to infant/crawlers, toddlers and pre-school children.
Ages: Suited to infant/crawlers, toddlers and pre-school children.
Cost: $1.00 minimum per head. This helps
reduce the cost of regular cleaning and new toys.
Hours: Monday –
Thursdays 9:30 – 11:30 am.
Closed: Fridays
all season and Holiday Mondays
Schedule: September
to June (closed for the summer months)
Special Activities: Twice a week there will be different activities offered,
from Play-doh Play to arts and crafts, the activities are geared toward
preschool aged children.
Daycare Workers: We will be opening the playground every Tuesday for any
caregiver that operates a daycare. If you are not a daycare worker, you are
still MORE than welcome to attend on Tuesday! Every day we have coffee, tea,
juice and snacks available for purchase.
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
Mondays
Tot Spot Drop In @ Downtown Kitchener Community
Centre 9:30am-11:30am info at https://www.facebook.com/groups/2369595749/permalink/10156973005215750
Tots at Play (Mondays and Fridays)
Unleash the kids with toys galore!
Unrestricted floor space allows for tons of creative play and action games.
For newborn - 6Y. Caregivers must supervise
children at all times.
Mondays and Fridays, 9:30 - 11:30
a.m.
Manulife Financial Soccer and Sports
Centre in Bechtel Park, 185 Bridge Street, Waterloo
$5.50/visit/family (maximum 4 children) https://events.waterloo.ca/default/Detail/2019-04-05-0930-Tots-at-Play-preschool-drop-in
FREE YOGA IN VICTORIA
PARK @ 5pm https://queenstreetyoga.com/classes/type:dropin/id:88
Show and Shine Classic Car Mondays is upon us!
Join us from 6 pm until dusk every Monday starting this coming Monday June 3rd until Monday September 16th in the parking lot in front of PartSource located at The Shops at Highland and Westmount (563 Highland Road West, Kitchener). https://www.facebook.com/ClassicCarMondays
Legacy every Monday at
7pm. $4 entry with a pack per person into the prize pool @ KW PlaySpace (until
Sept 24) https://www.facebook.com/events/317175528805117
Tuesdays
Bring your little ones to the Kitchener Market
select Tuesdays 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!
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June 4
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June 18
Colour Our Community @
KPL Central (Downtown) every 1st and 3rd Tuesday
of the month from 2pm-4pm
Art can be a tool for
increasing social connections and fostering community inclusion and
integration. Colour Our Community aims to make connections between those who
are often marginalized and members of the community at large in a comfortable,
accessible venue where all are welcome to explore their creativity and
experience connection through art. Colour Our Community is a partnership with
Kitchener Public Library and Circle of Friends.
Nature Play @ Kingsdale Park 3pm-6pm
Wednesdays
Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m. from April 17 - June 5,
Huron Natural Area
- Grow
your young child's love of nature through stories in the forest. We gather
for about an hour and a half to enjoy nature-themed songs and tales, as
well as a short hike.
- Content
is suited for children age five and under.
- Admission
is free and registration is not required.
FREE YOGA IN VICTORIA
PARK @ NOON https://queenstreetyoga.com/classes/type:dropin/id:88
Nature Play @ Gzowski Park 3pm-6pm
Thursdays
A FREE art program every
Thursday! -
Thursday from 11 a.m. -
noon, ARTSHINE will be hosting a parent and 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, kid-friendly lunch with lots of
options for adults too.
Space is limited! Reserve a
spot now for the ARTSHINE programs on Thursday by calling 226-647-2777,
or emailing ARTSHINE.
For those willing to drive out of town
Castle
Concert Series – Castle Kilbride Baden
Thursday
evenings in June, July & August bring your lawn chair and enjoy unique
music every time on the front lawn of Castle Kilbride from 7:00 p.m. -8:00 p.m.
Admission is by donation. Weather permitting.
June
13- Elvis with Mike Lorentz (Oldies)
June
20- Dana K & The Remedy (R&B, Funk & Soul)
June
27 – Twas Now Mike & Diana Erb (Traditional Country & Folk Standards)
Fridays
Beginning January 11th Music and Movement @ Kitchener Market 9:30am – 10:00am
Imagination and creativity are developed and explored through rhymes, songs, finger plays, and gross motor activities. Support your child's language development and experience the benefits of physical activity.
and
Drop In Play @ Kitchener Market 10:00am – 11:00am
Come any time. Join other children and families in play and exploration. An Early Learning professional is available to provide support and information around early learning topics, community resources, programs and referrals.
Free Toddler Time in Cambridge 10-11:30am
registration info at https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10161026679935467&set=p.10161026679935467&type=3&theater&ifg=1
Tots at Play (Mondays and Fridays)
Unleash the kids with toys galore!
Unrestricted floor space allows for tons of creative play and action games.
For newborn - 6Y. Caregivers must supervise
children at all times.
Mondays and Fridays, 9:30 - 11:30
a.m.
Manulife Financial Soccer & Sports
Centre in Bechtel Park, 185 Bridge Street, Waterloo
$5.50/visit/family (maximum 4 children) https://events.waterloo.ca/default/Detail/2019-04-05-0930-Tots-at-Play-preschool-drop-in
Saturdays
Family Favourites $2.99 Films @ Cineplex
Home Depot Workshops 2nd Saturday of Each Month
FREE Hands-on Workshops designed for children
ages 5 - 12. Held on the 2nd Saturday of each month at all The Home Depot
stores. Each child can bring home a newly constructed project, an achievement
pin and certificate https://www.homedepot.ca/en/home/ideas-how-to/workshops.html
Sundays
Waterloo Band Summer Concert Series @ Waterloo
Park various Sundays info at https://twitter.com/WaterlooBand/status/1134260208333725696
Where to find FIREWORKS https://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.com/2019/05/where-to-find-fireworks-in-kitchener.html
Where To Skate https://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.com/2013/01/where-to-skate-in-kitchener-waterloo.html
June 2019 eBlast
June Ongoing
Billy Elliot in Stratford – info at https://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.com/2019/05/strife-strike-and-sensation-are-themes.html
Little Shop of Horrors in Stratford - info at https://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.com/2019/06/little-shop-of-horrors-ensures-that.html
Little Shop of Horrors in Stratford - info at https://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.com/2019/06/little-shop-of-horrors-ensures-that.html
Tea @ Castle Kilbride in Baden Wed-Fri beginning mid June 1:30pm cost $15 https://www.wilmot.ca/en/living-here/Events-and-Exhibits.aspx
June 1, 2019
Tropical
Bird Sanctuary @ Colour Paradise Greenhouses
10am-2pm
Drop in to our
greenhouse on Saturday, June 1 to meet the amazing trained parrots from Jock Flock
Productions. They are a group of knowledgeable parrot owners that love to
entertain and educate people of all ages.
Stop by their table in
our greenhouse to see some incredible bird tricks, interact with exotic birds,
and even get your photo taken with them. How cool is that?
Blair Road Neighbourhood
Association Neighbourhood Day 11am-2pm https://www.cambridgetimes.ca/events/9365407--blair-road-neighbourhood-associatio/
Hespeler's Neighbourhood Day
2pm-6pm https://allevents.in/mobile/amp-event.php?event_id=200017036992501
Road Trip then it’s the Stratford Multicultural Festival
from 1pm-9pm Come join the Multicultural Association of
Perth-Huron for this annual family-friendly cultural event! There will be
music, dancing and ethnic foods to experience. There will also be exhibits for
kids - bouncy castle and a 'touch the truck' experience. You'll find us behind
city hall in Market Square. Donations are welcome, and will support empowering
newcomer women in our community. https://www.facebook.com/events/436863087065837/
Caribbean Dreams Concert @ Country Hills Community Centre
Doors open 7pm Kids 13 & under Free, otherwise $10 https://www.caribbeandreamsconcert.com
June 2
Family Sunday @ Kitchener Waterloo Art Gallery (by Centre in
the Square)
Drop-in from 1-4pm
Free admission
All ages welcome
Free admission
All ages welcome
SPRING 2019 WORK BEE’s @ Steckle Farm
Sunday May 5th
from 2 to 5 pm and Sunday June 2nd from 1 to 4pm!
We’ll provide
the snacks and fresh air, and you provide some extra energy! Families of all
ages are most definitely welcome! We’ll focus on getting some gardens ready,
some paddocks cleaned, some branches picked up, and some leftover leaves raked.
We like to take short breaks to visit the animals, and we’ll take you on a
little tour of the farm as well! Register at http://stecklehomestead.ca/about-steckle-heritage-farm/volunteering-2
Carnival Extravaganza in Guelph @ Riverside Park http://www.guelphlionsclub.org/
Downtown Guelph Exotic Car Show Noon -4pm
splash pad open again, face painting, great live music, a 50/50
raffle with great prizes, while all proceeds help support BBBSG, and exotic
cars you can sit in and snap a photo!
Carden St will be packed end to end with the best exotics our region has to offer! https://www.facebook.com/events/2271339212922813
Carden St will be packed end to end with the best exotics our region has to offer! https://www.facebook.com/events/2271339212922813
Sunday, June 2, 2019 | 3 – 4pm
|
Cost $20, Students $10
June 4
Tuesday, June 4, 2019 | 10am – 6pm
The festivities will begin with Prayer and festival will start
at 10:00 am. It will feature fun- filled activities for children including
pony rides, kiddy train rides, mechanical rides, henna, and large
inflatables. There will also be a wide variety of entertainment including
talent show as well as a variety of cuisines to enjoy through out the
day.
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June 5
Wednesday, June 5, 2019 | 12:30 – 2:30pm
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June 6
Suddaby School Fun Fair 4:30pm-7:30pm https://www.facebook.com/events/309421919982570/
June 7-9
Guelph Multicultural Festival http://gdmf.ca
June 7
June 7th at 6:30pm for ribbon cutting and to
enjoy the Elmira Dog park 6:30pm-8pm https://www.facebook.com/355032784526785/photos/a.403453496351380/2676959075667466/?type=3&theater
June 8
City of Waterloo Service Centre Open House
on Saturday, June 8 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. @ 265 Lexington Ct. Waterloo
Enjoy
equipment rides, face painting, demos and displays. Proceeds from the charity
BBQ go to Ronald McDonald House Charities. https://events.waterloo.ca/default/Detail/2019-06-08-1000-Service-Centre-Open-House
CITY OF KITCHENER NEIGHBOURS DAY
Various Events and Venues https://www.lovemyhood.ca/en/events-parties/neighbours-day.aspx
ROBIN IN THE HOOD FESTIVAL IN ELMIRA 10am-5pm Gibson Park
Festival Day
Admission
$5.00 per Child aged 3-14
$10.00 per Youth/Adult (15+)
$20.00 per Family (2 Adults and up to 4 children)
$5.00 per Child aged 3-14
$10.00 per Youth/Adult (15+)
$20.00 per Family (2 Adults and up to 4 children)
The
HOWLer is Pound Dog Rescue’s largest annual fundraiser. Jo
The 4th annual HOWLer
will be held on Saturday, June 8, 10:00 am -4:00pm, at the WRPA
Recreation Centre, 1128 Rife Road, North Dumfries.
This is an event
for the whole family — four legged, bushy tailed included — and will
involve a 2.5 km fundraiser dog walk, barbecue, vendor tent, raffle prizes ,
various dog demonstrations, and more!
The HOWLer promises to
be a memorable, fun-filled day for the whole family. Come out and help us raise
money for local dogs in need! https://pdrhowler.ca
Cardmaking workshop for kids 2pm-4pm
Ages 9 - 12 June 8th - Featured - Thankyou card for teachers / Birthday Cards / Father's day Card
$15 https://www.facebook.com/groups/2369595749/permalink/10157246414660750
Ages 9 - 12 June 8th - Featured - Thankyou card for teachers / Birthday Cards / Father's day Card
$15 https://www.facebook.com/groups/2369595749/permalink/10157246414660750
90’s Neighbours Day in Williamsburg
Max Becker Common for lots of fun park
activities, face painting with Glencairn Church, 90's trivia, awesome music,
prizes and more!
Park Activities start @ 5pm
Nimblebus on site!! 5-8:00 p.m. https://www.facebook.com/Nimblebus/
Outdoor showing of Space Jam starts @ sunset (around 8:30, 9:00 pm)
Park Activities start @ 5pm
Nimblebus on site!! 5-8:00 p.m. https://www.facebook.com/Nimblebus/
Outdoor showing of Space Jam starts @ sunset (around 8:30, 9:00 pm)
Summerlights Festival in Downtown Kitchener it begins at 8pm
June 9
Grand Porch Party 1pm-5pm Various locations https://grandporchparty.wordpress.com/2019-performance-map
Soapbox Science in Victoria Park 2 pm https://uwaterloo.ca/science/events/soapbox-science-waterloo?_ga=2.198734060.293684015.1559401736-668954866.1546363162
June 13
The Sign Depot Inc. has a new production
facility! Come see our new space during our OPEN HOUSE and FREE BBQ on June
13th from Noon to 6pm.
Find us at
8519 Wellington Rd. Line 86
June
14-16
Canadian
Opera Fest – Various times and locations https://www.vcopera.ca and https://events.waterloo.ca/default/Detail/2019-06-15-1900-2019-Canadian-Opera-Fest-in-Waterloo-Presented-by-
June 14
Friday June 14, 2019, 6 to10 pm, Cambridge City Hall
Each year, for one evening in June, the Cambridge Celebration of
the Arts (CCA) presents the community with a variety of works by local artists
and artists connected to our community.
This free exhibition focuses on works judged in visual, literary
and performance arts competitions. The event showcases many different styles
and genres of art.
The CCA event happens at City Hall, the Square and surrounding
streets. Through a number of partnerships, this celebration also includes
special art experiences for our audiences. We also have kid-friendly and
family-centred activities.
Local restaurants sell a variety of foods and beverages at the
event as well!
June 15-16
Fish
without a license weekend https://www.ontario.ca/page/licence-free-family-fishing
June
15
Father’s
Day BBQ @ Kitchener Market
Saturday, June 15 from 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
The quickest way to Dad’s heart is through his stomach!
Celebrate Father’s Day at the Kitchener Market and join us on
the piazza for an outdoor BBQ.
We'll have live music, kids crafts and some cool cars and
motorcycles on display.
And all dads get a free jumbo hot dog for lunch! https://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/father-s-day-celebration.asp
Card Making
Workshop 2pm-4pm Ages 5 - 8 Featured -
Thankyou card for teachers / Birthday Cards
$15 https://www.facebook.com/groups/2369595749/permalink/10157246414660750
$15 https://www.facebook.com/groups/2369595749/permalink/10157246414660750
Cameron
Heights School 50th Anniversary
Cameron Heights Collegiate Institute, 301
Charles St E, Kitchener,
The school will be open for tours, music and
sporting events from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm. Please plan to join us for our
inaugural Wall of Fame presentations at 12:00 pm. Food trucks will be available
in the afternoon.
St.
Agatha Strawberry Fest https://stagathalionsstrawberryfest.com
FHCA Annual FREE Family Fun Day BBQ
Saturday, June 15, 2019
1:30 to 4:00 pm
Location: Forest Heights Community Centre
1:30 to 4:00 pm
Location: Forest Heights Community Centre
FREE BBQ, rides, and
activities for the whole family!!
Mark the date or volunteer for this event.
Mark the date or volunteer for this event.
Cost: FREE
KING
STREATERY FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL DETAILS
4:00 PM – 11:00 PM
King Street, Downtown Kitchener
THERE IS NO ENTRY COST!
20 Food Trucks
Live Musicians
Various Booths & Tents
Games & Activities
Children’s Programming
*New This Year: Craft Beer Garden!*
Proceeds
directly support Big Brothers Big Sisters of Waterloo Region https://waterloo.bigbrothersbigsisters.ca/event/king-streatery-food-truck-festival
June 16
HAPPY
FATHER’S DAY
Father’s Day Bike Ride
Father’s Day Bike Ride
Reep House and follow cycle paths to Filsinger Park and Monarch Woods
before returning to Reep House. All
ages welcome, although kids under 12 should be accompanied by an adult. Don’t
forget your helmet and some water!
We will be accompanied by Cycling into the
Future, a local organisation that promotes the love of biking among young
people and believes that cycling makes our world a better place – and they’ll
give us a few safety tips along the way.
AGENDA
Intro & Safety Info: 1:30 - 1:40 pm
Bike Ride: 1:40 - 3:00 pm, approx.
Reep Open House: 3:00 - 3:30pm
Bike Ride: 1:40 - 3:00 pm, approx.
Reep Open House: 3:00 - 3:30pm
Free
but you must register at https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/fathers-day-family-bike-ride-tickets-61184883634
Free Admission for Dads @ Castle Kilbride Baden https://www.wilmot.ca/en/living-here/Events-and-Exhibits.aspx
Hops
For Pops @ Waterloo Region Museum (DOON)
Enjoy
this unique beer festival where adults can sample local beer, while visiting
with their friends and family. In addition, the festival features delicious
food from The Chop House, live music, wagon rides and fun activities for all
ages.
$25
plus HST per person includes admission to the museum, Doon Heritage Village and
the beer festival, five beer samples and a souvenir sampling cup. Limited
tickets available. Purchase in advance to avoid disappointment. Must be 19
years of age or older to redeem beer tickets. This outdoor event takes place
rain or shine. All ticket purchases are non-refundable.
This
is a family-friendly event and everyone is welcome to attend. Regular admission
rates to the museum and Doon Heritage Village apply for those who are not
taking part in the beer festival tastings. Rates are $5 for children ages 5 to
12, $11 for adults, and $8 for students and seniors, all admission rates plus
HST. These passes can also be purchased in advance to avoid line ups.
D.J.
Penny will be spinning some top 40 hits and live music from the band Paradox !
Adult
Beer Ticket ( includes 5 beer samples, souvenir mug) - $25
Adult
(non-beer drinking) - $11
Student
& Senior ( non-beer drinking) $8.00
Child
– 5-12 years old - $5
*ONLINE
SALES HAVE THE HST ADDED *
**ALL
TICKETS ARE NONREFUNDABLE ** Get them at https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/hops-for-pops-fathers-day-craft-beer-fest-tickets-60855444272
June 19
Campfire
@ Waterloo Public Square
Gather around the campfire with friends and
neighbours for music, food, fire, and more!
June 19th is a Special True North addition of Campfire.
6:30 p.m BirdCity
7:30 p.m Safe as Houses
8:30 p.m Great Lake Swimmers
June 19th is a Special True North addition of Campfire.
6:30 p.m BirdCity
7:30 p.m Safe as Houses
8:30 p.m Great Lake Swimmers
June
20
Free Yoga @ Victoria Park 7pm-8pm https://www.kitchenerevents.ca/whats-on/events?eventID=2165
True North Festival Concert at Kitchener City Hall beginning at 7pm https://www.kitchenerevents.ca/whats-on/events?eventID=2165
June 21
How To Train Your Dragon 2 @ Shades Mill Cambridge - Free with paid park admission or with your Grand River Parks Membership https://calendar.grandriver.ca/default/Detail/2019-06-14-Friday-Night-Movies-Under-the-Stars-at-Shades-Mill
June 22-23
KW
Multicultural Festival in Victoria Park https://www.kwmc.on.ca/festival-2019
June
22
Breakfast
on the Farm in Elora
Sights
and Lights
UpTown Waterloo + Downtown Kitchener
ION Launch Party
ION Launch Party
Saturday, June 22, 12 – 8 pm
To celebrate the official launch of ION, the Region of
Waterloo’s Light Rapid Transit service, the UpTown Waterloo and Downtown
Kitchener BIAs have put together a fun-filled day and evening to enjoy with the
whole family. Jump on the ION (which is offering FREE rides for the first 11
days of service) and explore all that each core area has to offer!
Special programming will be found throughout UpTown and Downtown
between 12 pm and 10 pm, including acoustic bands, art installations,
performers, free giveaways, a scavenger hunt and an outdoor concert in the
Waterloo Public Square starting at 8 pm https://uptownwaterloobia.com/annual-festivals-events/sights-and-lights
Open Streets is back on the street! Join us on Willis Way for a
great line-up of artists, activities, demos, and performances.
Saturday, June 22
Noon – 5 p.m.
Willis Way, uptown Waterloo
Noon – 5 p.m.
Willis Way, uptown Waterloo
This family-friendly, free event features a street art theme
complete with b-boy/b-girl competition, a scratch DJ showcase, a market place,
community picnic, and street art paintings.
Open Streets celebrates the livable cities movement and we are
excited to open Willis Way to pedestrians only, to host this popular event. https://www.waterloo.ca/Modules/News/index.aspx?feedId=0d868655-ba17-4efa-988b-1951530c7aec&newsId=164891e5-7ab4-44ac-b875-9f6613d3a3e5
Action sport park design unveiling
We are planning new skateboard parks at Albert McCormick
Community Centre, Stork Family YMCA/John M. Harper Branch Library and RIM Park,
as well as a bike park at RIM Park. In January this year, over 300 people
provided input into the features and design for these parks, and we invite the
community to attend the design unveiling.
Saturday, June 22
Noon – 2 p.m.
Skatepark, Father David Bauer Drive
Noon – 2 p.m.
Skatepark, Father David Bauer Drive
Consultants from NewLine Skateparks will be onsite to display
the designs, collect feedback and answer questions. There will also be a draw
for six skateboards and one bike, for those who completed our feedback survey.
The agenda for the event is as follows:
12-12:30 p.m.
·
Greetings from Mayor
Jaworsky and council
·
Draw for skateboards
and bike
·
Free treats!
12:30 – 2 p.m.
·
Meet the action sport
parks design team
·
Discuss the designs
and share feedback
·
Skateboard in the park
and enjoy skills demonstrations
June
23
Westvale
Fun Fair - Red River Park Waterloo
3pm-dusk
activities,
face painting, balloon twisting, circus arts, and the fireworks show https://www.westvale.ca/events
Taste
Real Guelph Wellington Local Food Fest 11:00am - 4:00pm
Ignatius
Jesuit Centre
5420 Hwy 6 North, Guelph/Eramosa
5420 Hwy 6 North, Guelph/Eramosa
Enjoy the tastes of
Guelph Wellington, watch food skills demos and pick up fresh, delicious and
real local food. You can also learn about mushroom growing and foraging,
sausage making, fermenting and composting, bread making, backyard chickens, and
cider making - all through free workshops offered throughout the day.
We love seeing families
sprawled on the grass with their Local Food Fest bags packed full of great
local produce, meat, bread, craft products, and seedlings! We hope you will
take home some new skills from our workshops and cooking demos, and make new
friends and new connections with our local farmers and producers. Scroll
down for workshop times and more information on activities you can enjoy at the
14th Annual Guelph Wellington Local Food Fest!
Admission: Minimum
donation of $5 per person, $10 per family
June 26
Mid-Week Market Night 1 @ Kitchener Market
Wednesday, June 26, from 4-8 p.m.
Wednesday, June 26, from 4-8 p.m.
Nailed It Nite is excited to be a part of the
Kitchener Market's Mid-Week Market by offering a fun drop-off DIY workshop for
children ages 10 and up. You can leave your child at the class and go explore
the Market! Find
the details about this week's workshop: DIY Canadian Flag Sign
For kids:YMCA family activities, face painting and balloons
from 5-7 p.m.
In the Marketplace kitchen: Chef D will be creating seasonal
samples with this week’s special, from 5-6:30 p.m.
Quality Express presents a hand tied floral session. Learn how to create a beautiful bouquet and bring it home with you.
Quality Express presents a hand tied floral session. Learn how to create a beautiful bouquet and bring it home with you.
Music:
DJ Jazz playing inside from 5-7 p.m.
Tim Louis playing inside from 7-8 p.m.
DJ Jazz playing inside from 5-7 p.m.
Tim Louis playing inside from 7-8 p.m.
Market Walk DTK -
Mural Launch Party
We are pleased to have the Downtown Kitchener BIA join us to
unveiled the work of artist Nicole Beno. Enjoy the new 18-meter public art
piece with a market theme on Eby Street while you experience the fun of the
Mid-Week Market
+ Don't miss
out on the Workhaus Open
Jam After Party from 8pm - 11pm featuring a different brewery each week, music
jam led by a Sofar Sounds Waterloo musician (instruments available for use) - Think East Coast
Kitchen Party!
June 27
2019
Steckle Farm Festival, 5:30pm to 8:30pm
Animals will be out to greet you in
the upper paddocks. Bring your picnic blankets, and enjoy a wholesome homemade
dinner of farm fresh salads, delicious honey garlic sausages, soft serve ice
cream and cotton candy and lemonade!
Afterwards, have some fun with
our family tractor rides and scavenger hunt, and dance it out with our own
national treasure and fan favourite, Erick
Traplin
Tickets are $15 for folks 13+ and $10 for kiddos
ages 2-12. Babes in arms are free! Get them at http://stecklehomestead.ca/upcomingevents/farmers-picnic
June 28
Trolls @ Shades Mill Cambridge - Free with paid park admission or with your Grand River Parks Membership https://calendar.grandriver.ca/default/Detail/2019-06-14-Friday-Night-Movies-Under-the-Stars-at-Shades-Mill
June 30
Princess @ Victoria Park
event with our Ice Princess! 11am-Noon
This will be an enchanting
hour with games, songs, stories, dancing, make-overs, and more! Tickets will be
sold for $20 per child (adults and non-participating under 2's will be
free) https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/princess-in-the-park-ice-princess-tickets-62070647979
Celebrate
Canada @ New Apostolic Church 160 Margaret Ave. Kitchener
7pm-10pm
Music By 91.5 the Beat
Petting Zoo, Face Painting, Pony Rides, Balloon Animals
Misting Tent, Extreme Bouncy Castles, Character appearances
Community Art Project, Recreational Sports,
Spectacular Fireworks Show and more! https://www.naccommunity.com
Petting Zoo, Face Painting, Pony Rides, Balloon Animals
Misting Tent, Extreme Bouncy Castles, Character appearances
Community Art Project, Recreational Sports,
Spectacular Fireworks Show and more! https://www.naccommunity.com
Looking
Ahead
CANADA
DAY
Free Canada Day Community Carnival @ Trinity Church
Free Canada Day Community Carnival @ Trinity Church
Free Canada Day Community Carnival. Please come and enjoy an
afternoon of family fun including Hot Dogs, Pop Corn, Cotton Candy, and
Freezies. Check out the Exotic Animals, Marble Mazes, STEM and Robotics
Activities, Games, Races, Preschool Play Zone and More. See you on Canada Day
from Noon to 4:00 PM. 330 Conservation Drive, Waterloo
https://trinityemc.com/canada-day-carnival
Canada
Day Celebrations at University Of Waterloo
For
2019 there will only be a fireworks, they will not be having the full day
event.
Downtown
Kitchener City Hall
CAMBRIDGE
All day
events and fireworks
Canada
Day Celebrations in Guelph
All day
events and fireworks
Canada
Day in New Hamburg, Wilmot Township
All day
events and fireworks
ROAD
TRIPS
July
Town of
St. Mary’s Stonetown Heritage Festival – Info TBD http://www.townofstmarys.com/en/discover-our-town/Stonetown-Heritage-Festival.aspx
Mount
Forest Fireworks Festival – 3rd Weekend of July – Info
TBD https://www.mountforestfireworks.ca
Take
A Kid To The Course, powered by the National Golf Course Owners Association
Canada, allows for a FREE round of golf for youth under 16 when
accompanied by a paying adult.
HUNDREDS of courses will offer FREE golf to youth sixteen and under* who
are accompanied by a paying adult during the Take A Kid to the Course program
beginning July 2nd,
2019.
In addition to free golf, many courses will offer additional
programs such as junior clinics, free range balls, free junior club rentals and
parent/child tournaments.
Simply follow these easy steps to book your tee time today:
Be sure to check any
‘Additional Programs’ they are offering or to check if there are any
restrictions on their offer.
Call the course to
book your tee time. Be sure to let them know you are participating in the Take
A Kid To The Course program!
Enjoy your family time
and remember to HAVE FUN!
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