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
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
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
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
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
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/
Mondays
Discover Mondays @ Chicopee
There is no better
time to try the amazing sport of skiing or snowboarding than on a Monday at
Chicopee! For only $29, the lowest price in Ontario, you get a beginner lesson,
equipment rentals and a Learning Centre Lift Ticket. Station lessons run from
5pm - 8pm and are provided in a station style format - go through different
micro-lessons at your own pace and advance when you want. Lift tickets valid
until 9pm. Program is available every Monday after 5pm (Starting January
9th). http://www.discoverchicopee.com/index.php/rates-memberships/lift_tickets/
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!
·
March
7: Erick Traplin
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March
21: 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. (resumes
Jan 17) http://www.waterlooregionmuseum.com/plan-your-visit/tots-time/
Family Karaoke - Gemstone Entertainment,
Every Tuesday 7:30pm-11:00pm at Kelsey's 576 King North http://www.gemstoneentertainment.com/karaoke.html
Wednesdays
Student Wednesdays @ Chicopee
Studying is hard work.
Why not take a break and get some fresh air? Whether you’re in elementary
school, high school, university, or college, just show us your active student
card (if over the age of 16) and get an All Access Lift Ticket for ONLY $20! Offer
is available every Wednesday night after 5pm (Starting January 11th). http://www.discoverchicopee.com/index.php/rates-memberships/lift_tickets/
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 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)
http://www.waterlooregionmuseum.com/plan-your-visit/tots-time
Family Karaoke - Gemstone Entertainment,
Thursdays 7:30pm-11:00pm at Wild Wing 600 Laurelwood Dr. http://www.gemstoneentertainment.com/karaoke.html
Fridays
Kitchener
Market
Music and
Movement 10 -10:30 a.m. Jan. 6- Mar. 31
Drop in Play Time 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Jan. 6- Mar. 31
Imagination and creativity are developed and explored through rhymes, songs,
finger plays and gross motor activities. Come out and support your child's
language development and experience the benefits of physical activity. Ages:
Newborns - six http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/Calendar/Details.aspx?Id=da344a53-1ad8-403a-be06-6ffe15ca65f5
Family Fridays @ Chicopee
It’s been a long
week. Time to spend some time with family! Come out to Chicopee on Friday night
and experience a fun and healthy activity together. You can take advantage of
our $39 discover programs (Learning Centre lift ticket, rentals and beginner
lesson) or $25 all access lift tickets. Station lessons run from 5pm - 8pm and
are provided in a station style format - go through different micro-lessons at
your own pace and advance when you want. Program is available after 5pm
every Friday (Starting January 13th). Must be a family of 2 or more. http://www.discoverchicopee.com/index.php/rates-memberships/lift_tickets/
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
11am
http://www.cineplex.com/Events/FamilyFavourites
Sundays
Family Karaoke - Gemstone Entertainment,
Sundays 3:30-7:30 Churchill Arms 355 Erb St. W http://www.gemstoneentertainment.com/karaoke.html
March 2017 Event Blast
March 2
Parents’ Night
Out @ KW Comedy Festival Gala – Centre In The Square https://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.ca/2017/01/kitchener-waterloo-comedy-festival-gala.html
March 4
Hockeytown @ Kitchener City Hall 10am-4pmKitchener Minor Hockey (tyke players) will play five games for a chance
to win the Mayor's Cup. An event for hockey lovers, there will be sporty
games for all ages, inflatable play areas inside the rotunda, a
charitable BBQ and more. This event is Kitchener's 'Winter Classic' for
young hockey players in our city - so come and show them your support
and share in the joy of Canada's sport. http://www.kitchenerevents.ca/whats-on/events?&eventID=121
Free Family Day
Skate @ The Aud 1pm-3pm http://media.metroland.com/newsletters/RecordCirc/Rec_Mar17_online.html
Family Art Hangouts |
Free
Drop-in 1-3 pm | All ages
Everyone welcome | Activities designed for ages 4-12 with adult companion
Meet
us at The Family Centre once a month for free hands-on art-making fun for the
whole family! Activities take place at The Family Centre in the Creative
Space, 65 Hanson Avenue, Kitchener. New activities each month. http://www.kwag.ca/en/programs/FamilyArtHangouts.asp
March 5
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Sunday, March 5,
2017 | 9 – 10am
Location:
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Victoria Park
Pavillion
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Summary:
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Do yoga to beat
arthritis!
Join us Sunday, March 5 for the Arthritis Research Foundation's annual yoga
fundraiser at the Victoria Park Pavillion. Participants of all ages and
abilities come together for a morning of live yoga music, snacks and
drinks, and a specialized yoga session.
Head to powerofmovement.ca to register and we'll see you on the mat!
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Phone number:
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416-586-3224
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Website:
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The Guelph Model Railroad Society welcomes visitors
to our annual Fall show, with special model train
guest *Thomas! When: Sunday March
5th, 2017 – 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. 50 Crimea St. Guelph http://wfreeth.wixsite.com/guelphmodelrailroad
March 9
| Owl Prowl
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Thursday, March 9,
2017 | 7 – 8:30pm
Location:
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rare ECO Centre, 768
Blair Road, Cambridge
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Summary:
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Back by popular
demand! Join Jason Bracey as he shares his knowledge of the species of owls
found in Ontario and at rare. Learn many unique adaptations of owls and how
to identify their various species. Jason will lead you on a "prowl"
to see and hear these beautiful night birds. Registration for this
event fills quickly and we ask that you pay in advance - sign up
today!
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Phone number:
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5196509336
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Website:
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March 11-18 Irish
Real Life Festival – date, times, venues vary http://www.irishreallifefestivalkw.com
March 11
Home Depot Build a Rain Gauge
Saturday, March 11, 2017
– 10:00 AM to noon
Kids will learn how to
build a Rain Gauge with easy to follow step-by-step instructions.
Kids' projects can be
painted in-store. Please dress appropriately for painting. https://www.homedepot.ca/en/home/ideas-how-to/workshops.html
March 12
KW Titans Game
2pm http://kwtitans.com/14519/schedule-and-results
Hockey Her Way
A one day hockey event in support of
girls hockey.
The event consists of 2 learning sessions for girls of all ages:
1) On-ice learn to skate and off-ice hockey fundamentals
2) Off-ice strategy learning and on-ice practice
Then there will be a community co-ed road hockey tournament that anyone is
welcome to come out to and support. There will be road hockey, skill testing
games, music and more.
Come out and support the girls hockey community on March 12, 2017 at The Aud in
Kitchener, Ontario.
http://www.kitchener.ca/en/calendar/Details.aspx?Id=90c33b25-1c0a-4448-bba9-2ab32a349be1
MARCH BREAK
$3.00 Family
Movies @ Landmark Cinemas various times https://www.landmarkcinemas.com/movie-deals/march-movie-break
Spend March
Break with dinosaurs! Bring the whole family to see the new Tyrannosaurus: Meet
the Family exhibit @ Region of Waterloo Museum (DOON
First time in
North America!
March 14
Little Diggers @
Sheridan Nurseries 10:30am-11:15am
Keep those Little Digger's busy this March
Break! They'll create a tissue paper vase that they can fill with flowers or
give as a gift.
Konstructive Kids Craft @ Cambridge Centre Mall
Join us
Tuesday, March 14 1-3pm at Centre Court. Children 6 to 12 years old accompanied
by an adult are invited to create a FREE March Break craft. While supplies
last. http://cambridge-centre.com/events/konstructive-kids-craft-2
March 15
Little Diggers @
Sheridan Nurseries 10:30am-11:15am
Keep those Little Digger's busy this March
Break! They'll create a whole crew of fury forest finger puppet friends to
enjoy the March Break with.
Pre-registration is required. Members: $5.00
& Non-members: $7.00 http://www.sheridannurseries.com/events/little_diggers_club/furry_forest_finger_puppets___little_diggers
It’s Carnival Day at Cambridge Ice Centre on
Wednesday, March 15th!
FREE face painting by Creations Art & Pottery
Studio and balloon art by the Twisted Ones. 10:30am – 3:30pm
FREE Ice Skating* 10:40am to 12 Noon & 2:10pm to
3:30pm *Maximum capacity of 200 patrons. Arrive early to avoid
disappointment. Regular public skate and rental rules apply.
Tea With Granny @
McDougall Cottage – Cambridge 2 to 4 p.m.
A March Break tea
specially meant for you and your granny, or anyone else who is special to
you.We'll be serving up sandwiches, shortbread, scones with cream and more, all
for a mere $15/person plus HST. Please call to reserve a spot. http://mcdougallcottage.com/upcoming-events/event-details/?id=138&type=0&calendar=2
March 16
Little Diggers @
Sheridan Nurseries 10:30am-11:15am
Bring
out your Little Diggers green thumb with this class. We will teach them how to
create their very own magical Fairy Garden that they can bring home! $15 http://www.sheridannurseries.com/events/little_diggers_club/miniature_garden_fun
March Break
Family Fun Day @ Kitchener Market 10:30am-12:30pm FREE EVENT
Please join us for March Break Fun Day at the Kitchener
Market where we will have tons of free activities to keep your little ones
having fun!
- Artshine kid's art programming for all ages (younger children as well as
school aged children)
- Irish dancers
- Face painting
And more!
http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/Calendar/Details.aspx?Id=a08461fe-54aa-48aa-9e28-abccaa45d5c7
March 17 - St Patrick's Day
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Friday, March 17,
2017 | 12 – 3pm
Location:
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North House, 681
Blair Road, Cambridge
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Summary:
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It is easy being
green when you're in a green home on St. Patrick's Day! North House is
rare's solar-powered, green housing prototype. Come learn about
sustainable, compact living and make an environmentally friendly St.
Patrick's Day craft. On this tour, explore many of the emerging technological
advances and concepts of modern living showcased at North House and perhaps
find a leprechaun's pot of gold! Dress in green for extra fun! For children
ages 6-12 and their chaperons.
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Phone number:
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5196509336
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Website:
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St. Patrick’s Day Night Train
http://waterloocentralrailway.com/st-patricks-night-train
March 18
St. Patty’s Day Party @ Kitchener Market FREE EVENT
10am-Noon
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.
The theme is St. Patrick's Day! Wear GREEN and come enjoy Irish themed
festivities, food and fun times!
We will also have:
- Face painting
- Puzzles
- 'Shamrock Scramble'
- Irish Dancers
http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/Calendar/Details.aspx?Id=c0d171d7-93d6-43b6-b628-8b77238e835c
Chapters Waterloo
Saturday, March 18th 2-4PM -
LEGO Minifigure Swap Day * Chapters Waterloo ONLY
The Rules:
All series welcome
(not just the latest) to trade/swap
Kids and Big Kids of
all ages are welcome (Average age 7-13 Years)
Minifigures to be
traded in complete form (Head, body and legs)
Accessories do not
need to be included, but if they are, you’re in luck!
Participants place
their Minifigures in front of them and negotiations begin.
Parents are strongly
encouraged to attend the swap to supervise their child’s trades. Chapters
Waterloo is not responsible for replacing any lost or mini’s traded in error.
Saturday, March 18th -
Local Author Shirley
Hartung as she signs copies of her book, Different
but the same.
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Saturday, March 18,
2017 | 9am – 4pm
Location:
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Cambridge
Newfoundland Club
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Summary:
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Buy! Sell! Trade!
Evaluate! Coins, paper money, gold, silver, tokens, trade dollars, Canadian
Tire money and militaria. FREE ADMISSION.
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Phone number:
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519-807-1881
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Website:
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Kids In Kilts @ McDougall Cottage Cambridge
Drop-in from 1 to 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 month crafty kids will have tons of fun creating Paper Lantern
Balloons. $3 per child, adults, no charge. http://mcdougallcottage.com/upcoming-events/event-details/?id=93&type=0&calendar=2
March 18 and 19
Maple Syrup @ Joseph
Schneider Haus Sat. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sun, 1 to 5 p.m. Sap will be simmering
outside. Sample taffy and maple cake. -admission applies
http://josephschneiderhaus.com/upcoming-events/event-details/?id=212&type=0&calendar=3
March 19
KW Titans Game
2pm http://kwtitans.com/14519/schedule-and-results
The Balloon Tree –
Cambridge Centre For The Arts 60 Dickson St. Cambridge
To Be
Determined Theatre Co. presents a stage adaptation of the beloved Canadian
children's book 'The Balloon Tree'! Leap from reality into this Renaissance
inspired fairy tale by beloved Canadian children's author Phoebe Gilman. We
follow Princess Leora on a magical adventure through her village in search for
the one object that will save them all - a balloon. Up against her evil uncle,
the Archduke, and all the guards in the kingdom she cannot make it without the
help of the villagers, and of course, the audience! Set off on a magical,
musical journey filled with live music, secret passageways, wizards, magic
spells, sword fighting and lots and lots of balloons! This stage adaptation,
written by To Be Determined Theatre Co.'s Artistic Director Alexandra Lent,
sticks to the original story bringing the whimsical charm of this tale to life
onstage. With elements of live music, song, sword fighting and audience
interaction this production is a magical journey for audiences of all
ages.
Doors open at
1:00pm
Tickets can be
purchased at any City of Cambridge Recreation Centre or CORAL online. Bar
Code No. 242092
Admission: $5.00
Phone: (519) 740-4681 ext. 4376
March 23 POWER
RANGERS Special event @ Landmark Cinemas Waterloo – contest coming soon!
March 25
Grub and the
Rainbow @ Centre In The Square 11am and 2pm Tickets:
$10 (Child), $15 (Adult), $35 (Family 5-Pack) http://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.ca/2016/05/family-fun-starts-with-5-for-centre-in.html
Pysanky (Ukrainian
Easter Egg) Workshop @ Joseph Schneider Haus
Two sessions: 10 a.m.
to noon or 2 to 4 p.m. Impress your friends with beautiful hand decorated
Easter Eggs. $10 plus HST, materials included. Pre-register. Ages 12 and up.
Two sessions: 10 a.m. to noon or 2 to 4 p.m. Call 519-742-7752 to register. http://josephschneiderhaus.com/upcoming-events/event-details/?id=204&type=0&calendar=3
March 25 and 26
Egg Dyeing and
Scratching @ Joseph Schneider Haus Sat. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sun. 1 to 5 p.m.
Egg dyeing and scratching –
Pennsylvania-German style. Help the Schneiders scratch decorate
Pennsylvania-German designs onto naturally dyed Easter Eggs. -admission applies
http://josephschneiderhaus.com/upcoming-events/event-details/?id=219&type=0&calendar=3
March 28
2 for 1 tickets
to the KW TITANS GAME WITH CODE TITANTUESDAY 7pm http://kwtitans.com/14519/schedule-and-results
March 29
Alan Doyle @
Centre In The Square https://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.ca/2017/02/alan-doyle-and-beautiful-gypsies-centre.html
March 31
Teddy Bear Night @
Waterloo Region Museum (DOON) 6 to 8 p.m.
Children and their favourite
stuffed animal are invited to a party!
Kids and their favourite teddy
bear or stuffie are once again invited to a fun night at the museum.
Games, crafts, storytelling and delicious snacks are part of the party!
At the end of the evening kids
will leave their stuffie for a sleepover with the dinosaurs at the museum. Then
come back the next day to pick up your stuffie and see the pictures of all the
adventures the stuffed toys had overnight.
Advanced registration required.
Admission is $10 per child plus HST, accompanying adult free.
http://www.waterlooregionmuseum.com/upcoming-events/event-details/?id=415&type=0&calendar=1
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