Friday, December 31, 2010

HaPpY NeW YeAr

Hi Everyone!!

Here's what I've found!

Free Events in Waterloo
Manulife Financial Sportsplex & Healthy Living Centre, RIM Park
2001 University Avenue East,
519-884-5363 TTY: 1-866-786-3943
7-9pm: Public Skate @ Pillers Rink
7-9pm: Public Skate @ Optimist Rink
7-9pm: Adult Skate @ Lions Rink

Albert McCormick Community Centre
500 Parkside Drive,
519-885-1220 TTY: 1-866-786-3943
7-9pm: Public Skate

Waterloo Public Square Family New Year Celebration
King Street & Willis Way, Waterloo
519-886-1177 TTY: 1-866-786-3942
8pm-12am: Ring in the New year with music, dancing and free skating on the Ice Rink.
Bring the kids for a 9 o'clock New Year Celebration or stay for the main event at midnight. 12 midnight Free ginger ale “champagne” toast.

(The swimming at the Rec Complex has been Cancelled)

Free Event in Kitchener
City Hall
Ring in 2011 at Civic Square!
Join us for the largest free, outdoor New Year’s Eve celebration of its kind in Waterloo Region! Ring in the New Year at Kitchener City Hall on Friday, Dec. 31 from 5 p.m. to midnight.
Enjoy an evening of family fun with free public skating, live entertainment - and two countdowns to 2011!
Erick Traplin kicks things off at 5 p.m. with a children’s New Year’s Eve celebration.
Beginning at 9 p.m., ring in 2011 with K-W Glee and opening artist, 2009 Canadian Idol contestant Alisha Nauth.

Free Event in Cambridge
Family New Years Eve Party
Friday, December 31st, 2010
Join family and friends to celebrate a new year. Family skating, costumed characters, video skating party, games and more.
6:00 - 8:00pm
Location: Hespeler Arena, 640 Ellis Road
Contact: 519-740-4681 ext. 4277 or
http://www.christmasincambridge.ca/

Free Event in Brantford
Come celebrate New Years Eve at Harmony Square!
With entertainment from Green Daydream! The ultimate Green Day tribute band taking the stage at 10:30pm. Checkerboard Floors will play at 8:30pm. Full stage schedule coming soon!
There will be food, an outdoor licensed area provided by The Piston Broke, skating, music and entertainment all night long! :)
Bre Creative will be facepainting too!
Bring in the new year at Harmony Square!
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Chicopee Event
Ticket cost for this one details are here http://www.discoverchicopee.com/index.php/events/info/chicopee_new_years_bash/

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Jan 2/11
Meet Mayor Zehr and council at New Year’s Levee
Citizens and visitors of all ages are invited to join Kitchener’s mayor and city council at the 2011 New Year’s Levee, held at city hall on Sunday, January 2, 2011 from 2-4 p.m.
This free event is an annual ritual to mark the start of another year, exchange New Year’s greetings with friends and neighbours, and with council, in anticipation of good news for the year ahead.
Bring skates for a spin around the rink on Civic Square, then warm up indoors in the Rotunda, where the Kitchener Musical Society Band will be performing. There will also be a special performance by members of the Grand Philharmonic Children’s Choir.
Refreshments are donated each year by Bingemans.
The levee is a great chance to greet returning members of Kitchener City Council, meet the newest councillors, and continue the holiday spirit into 2011.

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Jan 9th
Mayor’s New Year’s Levee
Time: 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Description:
Don’t miss Waterloo Mayor Brenda Halloran and Council’s annual New Year’s Levee. The event is on Sunday, Jan. 9, from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., at RIM Park.
Enjoy free skating, children’s activities, live music and entertainment, and food and refreshments, while quantities last.
Entertainment will be provided by the K-W Symphony Community Orchestra, pianist Jason White, the Chinese Singing Group, the Wilfrid Laurier University Singers, the Waterloo Collegiate Institute Ensemble, the K-W Skating Club and Happy Space Clowns.
A free Grand River Transit shuttle will run from Conestoga Mall to RIM Park during the event. Call 519-585-7555 for more details on the shuttle.
RIM Park is at 2001 University Ave., Waterloo.
For more information on the levee, please email linda.vandenakker@waterloo.ca or call 519-747-8700.

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Also FYI most kids are off school Jan 14th if you're looking for a good place for them to spend the day while you're at work I highly recommend The Camp @ THE MUSEUM (aka The Children's Museum)
http://www.themuseum.ca/children-camps.htm
ask for Sherri tell her Lisa McDonald sent you.


In the not so distant future we'll be having our APRIL 9th MeFest at the Waterloo Rec Complex. If you know anyone who would like to be a vendor please have them email those2girls@writeme.com


We hope you put it on your 2011 calendar! It shows how much you support this group when you come to the show!

Here's something fun http://email.chuckecheese.com/hostedemail/share.htm?h=22b5b765ad01a9916028973f5d35e003&CID=12354845010&ch=DB51DA44B20FCA2FD5FFBD3DEE703526&show=1
If you move the mouse around & click the mouse it's grabbing tickets for you to redeem at Chuck E Cheese (I got 27)

Also I'm putting together a post about Friendships Formed on Facebook & Twitter. If you'd like to contribute just send a message to my inbox facebook.com/lisamcdonald122


HaPpY NeW YeAr!!!
& Keep Smiling!
Lisa

Sunday, December 19, 2010

Merry Christmas

Monday

Snacks With Santa
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=121597007904078

Unsilent Night
http://www.cambridge.ca/community_services/phil_klines_unsilent_night

Woodside by Lamplight
Victorian-style Christmas, music, refreshments, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.; $3.90, $3.40senior, $1.90 youth, $9.80 family; Woodside National Historical Site, 528 Wellington St. N., Kitchener; to Dec. 21; 519-571-5684.
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Country Christmas - Dec. 20 to 23
Start Date Monday December 20, 2010
End Date Thursday December 23, 2010
1 - 4 p.m.
Enjoy a Christmas in the country from the last turn of the century. Take a horse-drawn wagon ride, let the little ones meet Father Christmas, sing along with Christmas carols and enjoy the sites and sounds of a Christmas past.
Admission: $7 Adults, $5 Seniors/Students, $4 Children, Children four and under free. For more information call 519-748-1914.
Waterloo Region Museum (DOON)

Events at Funworx this week
December 20 2-FOR-1 MONDAY - Receive 2 for 1 admission to Hole-In-Fun glow-in-the-dark mini-golf between 4 pm and close.

December 20-24 CHRISTMAS DAY CAMP - Register ONLINE today!

December 21 TOONIE TUESDAY - Purchase a FunworX Playstructure Admission for only $2.00 from 4 pm - close.

December 22 WACKY WEDNESDAY - Receive unlimited use of Ropes course, Rock Climbing and Hole in Fun for ONLY $10 from 4 pm - Close.

December 23 THEME THURSDAY - Santa Hat Day! Wear a Santa Hat and receive $2 off your FunworX Playstructure Admission from 4pm-close!

December 24 REDUCED HOURS - FunworX will only be open from 10am-5pm today. We apologize for any inconvenience.
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Ongoing is the Christmas lights in Victoria Park Kitchener & Waterloo Park

Tim Horton's Free Skating

Albert McCormick Community Centre - East
December 21 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
December 28 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Albert McCormick Community Centre - West
December 31 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Don McLaren Arena
December 20 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
December 27 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Activa Sportsplex - Patrick J. Doherty
December 21 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
December 31 9:00 am - 11:00 am

Grand River Arena
December 21 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
December 23 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
December 28 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
December 30 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

K.M.A. Complex - Dom Cardillo
December 21 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

K.M.A. Complex - Kinsmen Rink
January 02 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Activa Sportsplex - KMHA Alumni
December 20 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
December 23 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Moses Springer Community Centre
December 23 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
December 29 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
December 30 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
January 02 11:00 am - 12:30 pm

RIM Park - Lions Rink
December 24 9:30 am - 11:30 am
December 31 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

RIM Park - Optimist's Rink
December 31 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

RIM Park - Piller's Ice Haus Rink
December 20 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
December 31 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex
December 22 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
December 27 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
December 31 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

K.M.A. Complex - Kiwanis Rink
December 31 9:00 am - 11:00 am

Lions Arena
December 22 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
December 27 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
December 29 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
December 30 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Sportsworld Crossing Twin Pad - Practice Rink
January 02 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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Fun Stuff (Today only)

Try for a FREE Lipstick Sample http://www.facebook.com/maybellinenewyork#!/maybellinenewyork?v=app_16663301337647

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Know a vendor that would be great for the Spring MeFest?
Let me know or have them email those2girls@writeme.com
We'd love you to RSVP too!
Want to meet the gals that run this page? We'd love to see you that day too!

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=171579092871885

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Lots going on for New Year's Eve

Look for that later this week

Merry Christmas Everyone!

Keep Smiling!
Lisa

Friday, December 10, 2010

Holiday Activities are here!

The lights are up in both Victoria Park & Waterloo Park so get out there & enjoy them!


Saturday, December 11, 2010
10am – 2pm
Location: Kitchener City Hall, Civic Square
200 King Street, West
Summary: This event is FREE and fun for the whole family! Skating demonstrations, mini-hockey games, children's entertainment, special guest appearances by Dan the Music Man, the Kitchener Rangers, K-W Glee and Alisha Nauth FREE draws!
Phone number: 519-741-3400 x3579

Santa Visits the Kitchener Market
Saturday, December 11, 2010
10am – 12pm
Location: Kitchener Marketplace
300 King Street, East
Kitchener, ON Summary: Visit with Santa and enjoy entertainment by Erick Traplin. FREE photo with Mr. & Mrs. Claus with a canned donation to the Waterloo Region Food Bank. FREE goody bag and colouring book while supplies last.
Phone number: 519-741-2297
Website: http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/


WRPS Auxiliary Toy Drive
Saturday, December 11, 2010
10am – 6pm
Location: Waltmart Supercentre
22 Pinebush Road
Cambridge
Summary: Help needy children in our community this holiday season! Help the Waterloo Regional Police Stuff-A-Cruiser with new, unwrapped toys! Donations can also be dropped off to WRPS Headquarters, 200 Maple Grove Road or WRPS Division 2 at 176 Hespeler Road. Toys collected will be donated to needy children through the Knights of Columbus.
Phone number: 519-653-7700
Website: http://www.wrps.on.ca/

Teen Author Event
Saturday, December 11, 2010
2pm
Location: Guelph Public Library
100 Norfolk Street
Guelph
Summary: Join us at the Main Branch for our 3rd Annual Teen Author Event. Meet popular TEEN authors Kathy Stinson and Ed Butts, as they announce the winners of our Books with Beat: Teen Short Story Contest. Everyone is invited to learn some tricks of the trade and have your writing questions answered by the experts.
Phone number: 519-824-6220 ext 239
Website: http://www.library.guelph.on.ca/


SUNDAY
Santa Claus at Montana's in Kitchener
Sunday, December 12 2pm – Sunday, December 19, 2010 4pm
Location: Montana's Cookhouse
740 Ottawa Street, South
Kitchener,
Summary: Come enjoy some great ribs, steaks and comfort food! Bring the children to visit Santa Claus!!
Phone number: 519-579-0524
Website: http://www.montanas.ca/


Upcoming
Tim Horton's Free Skating

Albert McCormick Community Centre - East

December 21 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

December 28 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Albert McCormick Community Centre - West

December 31 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Don McLaren Arena

December 20 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

December 27 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Activa Sportsplex - Patrick J. Doherty

December 21 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

December 31 9:00 am - 11:00 am

Grand River Arena

December 21 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

December 23 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

December 28 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

December 30 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

K.M.A. Complex - Dom Cardillo

December 21 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

K.M.A. Complex - Kinsmen Rink

January 02 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Activa Sportsplex - KMHA Alumni

December 20 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

December 23 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Moses Springer Community Centre

December 23 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

December 29 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

December 30 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

January 02 11:00 am - 12:30 pm

RIM Park - Lions Rink

December 24 9:30 am - 11:30 am

December 31 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

RIM Park - Optimist's Rink

December 31 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

RIM Park - Piller's Ice Haus Rink

December 20 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

December 31 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex

December 22 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

December 27 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

December 31 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

K.M.A. Complex - Kiwanis Rink

December 31 9:00 am - 11:00 am

Lions Arena

December 22 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

December 27 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

December 29 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

December 30 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Sportsworld Crossing Twin Pad - Practice Rink

January 02 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Saturday, December 4, 2010

Lots to Do

Hi Everyone!

Remember if you attended one of the events that I've listed I'd love to hear how it was!

Today (Saturday)
Get a free coffee or tea by donating your empties to 2nd Annual RQ Bottles for Beans Campaign!
http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/event.php?eid=167136566642877&index=1
Time Saturday, December 4 · 9:00am - 2:00pm
Location Seven Shores Urban Market & Cafe
1. Save your Wine, Beer and Liquor Empties
2. Bring them to Seven Shores Cafe on Regina St. on Dec 4th
3. Enjoy a FREE Coffee or Tea!
We'll take the empties back to the beer store, and donate ALL THE CASH to The Food Bank of Waterloo Region!
If you don't have any empties - please feel free to make a non-perishable food item or cash donation.
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I believe Spongebob is making an appreance at the Williamsburg CIBC this morning (you should call to check on times)
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Wonders of Winter starts this evening in Waterloo Park http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/event.php?eid=121094701278499
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Candyland in Cambridge
http://www.cambridge.ca/events/1168
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Christkindl.ca Saturday & Sunday in Kitchener's City Hall
http://www.christkindl.ca/
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Carousel and Lights
Sunday, December 5 – Sunday, December 12, 2010
Location: Central Park
615 King Street
Cambridge, ONCentral Park
615 King Street
Cambridge, ON
Summary: Ride the carousel and be dazzled by the lights! Weekens 12pm to 8pm; Weedkays 4pm to 8pm.
Phone number: 519-740-4681 x4277
Website: http://www.christmasincambridge.ca/
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Wednesday
"Celebrate the Season" by Waterloo County Teachers' Choir
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
7:30pm
Location: First United Church
16 William Street, West
Waterloo, ONFirst United Church
Summary: Featuring music from traditional seasonal fare to the theme song from a video game performed by the 80 voice Waterloo County Teachers' Choir. Children 12 and under free. Donations for the Waterloo Region Food Bank gratefully accepted.
Cost: $10.00 at the door or email wt-choir@rogers.com
Phone number: 519-745-1375
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Upcoming

Celebration on Ice
Saturday, December 11, 2010
10am – 2pm
Location: Kitchener City Hall, Civic Square
200 King Street, West
Summary: This event is FREE and fun for the whole family! Skating demonstrations, mini-hockey games, children's entertainment, special guest appearances by Dan the Music Man, the Kitchener Rangers, K-W Glee and Alisha Nauth FREE draws!
Phone number: 519-741-3400 x3579

Still time to register for Breakfast with Santa at Funworx http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=110475949019434

Something FUN
Check out THEMUSEUM's Holiday Calendar (click on Dec 1st) for an opportunity to get free Children's General Admission http://ow.ly/3ipkS

It's like an online advent calendar

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Remember to SAVE THE DATE for the SPRING EDITION of MeFest
April 9th watch my feed for Vendor info this weekend
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Keep Smiling!
Lisa

Saturday, November 27, 2010

Walking in a Winter Wonderland

Lots of festivities are happening this week!


Saturday
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Brantford Santa Claus parade at 6pm
http://www.jcibrantford.ca/projectdetails.asp?id=139

Revolution
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=144916485550061&index=1
Although it says SOLD OUT, there are some Standing Room Only tickets available for tonight & tomorrow's matinee -contact them for details

Sunday
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Have you saw a lot of Moustaches in KW? Want to know what it's about http://www.discoverchicopee.com/index.php/events/info/welcome_back_winter_party

There is a cost for this event, but if you buy tickets online today (price increases tomorrow) it's 2 for $15 & includes lots of stuff (see website for list) FYI there will be alcohol served.
I will be there along with Bre Creative who will be doing Facepainting for all!

Play w/Clay
http://www.waterloo.ca/DesktopDefault.aspx?tabid=40&CalendarPage=1&Mid=504&ItemID=2325

Wednesday
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Cambridge Christmas Train
http://www.cambridge.ca/relatedDocs/Holiday%20Train%202010.pdf

Thursday
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Christkindl at city hall this week thursday to sunday, procession to open christkindl starts at 6 at clock tower, along with christmas fantasy lights going on at 5:45 at victoria park this thursday, lots of amazing stuff in downtown kitchener for the whole familly

Other stuff

If you were naughty & got a parking ticket in Cambridge you can get back on Santa's nice list by http://www.cambridge.ca/transportation_public_works/engineering_services_division/parking_operations_section


The Tree Of Angels is in Full Swing right now
http://www.shopping.ca/getmallevent?id=19767&mallid=cns


next weekend
Candyland in Cambridge
http://www.cambridge.ca/events/1168

Waterloo Park
http://www.wondersofwinter.ca/ & facebook group http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=121094701278499


Upcoming
Breakfast with Santa at Funworx
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=110475949019434

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& we'd love it if this was the 1st thing on your 2011 calendar
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=171579092871885

Keep Smiling!
Lisa

Friday, November 19, 2010

See TWO Santa Claus Parades in ONE Day!

I read that Kitchener City Hall's skating rink opened for the season today
Tomorrow is the KW Santa Claus Parade in the morning
starting at 10am in Waterloo, coming through on King St

Then tomorrow evening is the Cambridge Santa Claus parade at 6pm on Hespler Rd (by the Cambridge Centre)

BUT BEFORE YOU GO TO EITHER MAKE SURE TO TAKE THIS REFRESHER COURSE (my post from last year)
http://itsnoteasyraisingatween.blogspot.com/2009/11/parade-etiquette.html


5th Annual Royal City Model Railroad Association Layout Tour
Saturday, November 20, 2010
10am – 5pm
Summary: This is a free self-guided tour of 10 different model railroads in the Guelph area. Maps and layout descriptions will be available on tour day at Global Currency Services, 1027 Gordon St. Unit 8, Guelph or email us at info@royalcitymodelrailroaders.com

Sunday
The Waterloo Concert Band presents "A Teddy Bear's Christmas"
Sunday, November 21, 2010
2pm
Location: Parkminster United Church
275 Erb Street, East
Waterloo, ON
Summary: A family friendly interactive musical journey for children of all ages. Narrated by Angie Hill of KoolFM. This is a free-will donation concert in support of Waterloo Concert Band. New, unwrapped toys will be accepted for The Tree of Angels. Non-perishable food items will be accepted for the Food Bank of Waterloo Region.
Website: http://www.waterlooband.com/

Upcoming
Tree of Angels http://www.shopping.ca/getmallevent?id=19767&mallid=cns

I heard about this for the 1st time today http://www.cambridge.ca/relatedDocs/Holiday%20Train%202010.pdf

Family Sundays at the Clay & Glass Gallery (check the dates)
http://www.canadianclayandglass.ca/Family.html

Breakfast with Santa http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=110475949019434

Saturday, November 13, 2010

Santa & Stuff To Do!

Hi Everyone


I heard on the radio that Santa arrived last night at Cambridge Centre-also next Sat Nov 20th is the night time parade I believe

For today Saturday Nov 13th

Christmas Sale at Victorial Hill Rec Centre http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=114711581924645

Guelph Model Railroad Association layouts
http://www.royalcitymodelrailroaders.com/

I read that the CIBC at Williamsburg is having Spongebob, but I didn't see date or time, hope to confirm this week

Looking ahead

For a great Pre-Christmas rush Day out you may want to head to the Season's Christmas Show in Mississauga next weekend http://www.facebook.com/pages/Mississauga-ON/Seasons-Christmas-Show/161484201580
Make sure to tell them that Those2Girls from MeFest in KW sent you!

Also book ahead for Breakfast with Santa at Bingemans http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=110475949019434

Winter Fun Camp
Need a place to take your child/ren to keep them busy during the Christmas Break?
Structured and supervised programming including:
- Outside Activities
- Games
- Crafts
- Movies
- Music
Monday, December 20 – Thursday, December 23: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Friday, December 24: 9 a.m. – Noon
Monday December 27 – Thursday December 30: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Friday, December 31: 9 a.m. – Noon
Cost $25.00 per day / $125.00 full week
Bring Bag Lunches/Snacks will be provided
Must register by December 13, 2010
Where: Kingsdale Community Centre
80 Wilson Avenue, Kitchener, ON
519-748-6463
kingsdaleoffice@houseoffriendship.org

Saturday, November 6, 2010

Brrrrr Welcome To Movember

Hi all!


During this month you'll be seeing a lot of Dads (and Uncles, teenage sons, Buddies) walking around with some additional facial hair!

Movember the month where guys grow a moustache to raise awarness of Men's Prostate Cancer. How does this involve your kids? Well make sure to draw a moustache on them with some eyeliner & take them to Bingemas Funworx Theme Thursday - Movember Day - Thursday November 25th.

Bring your child wearing a moustache to Funworx from 4pm - close, and receive $2.00 off the regular admission rate for the play structure.

Also This FRIDAY NOV 12th myself & Bre Creative will be handing out 50 FREE newspapers at the Tim Horton's at King & Borden in Kitchener from 8:30-9am if you'd like to come & help please message me (only if you're serious & remember it will be cold out)

Otherwise pass by, get a newspaper & HONK to show you support Random Act of Kindness Day (with the Movember team!)

Those2Girls are activily involved as well, head over to our fan page to see what activities you can attend (you'll need a babysitter as these ones are for the those 19 & up) http://www.facebook.com/Those2Girls6DegreesOfUs (psst some of the Moms might want to attend ThoseDamnDivas with us-let us know when you've purchased your ticket so we can get you at our table)

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Back to the Blast
http://www.uptownwaterloobia.com/eventTreasureHunt.html

I also know the new Empire Theatre opened at Ira Needles in Waterloo this weekend. I'd love to hear what people thought of it!

KW Art Gallery
Event Name: Family Sundays
Date: Sunday, November 7, 2010
Contact: Visitor Services @ 519-579-5860
Email: mail@kwag.on.ca
Website: http://www.kwag.ca/
Description: Family Sundays
Free
Drop-in from 1-4 p.m.
(For children ages 4 - 12 accompanied by an adult)
Each Sunday features new and inspiring activities for the whole family. Discover current exhibitions through art making, interactive activities, storytelling, and dramatic play.

Storybook Voices--Grand Philharmonic Children's and Youth Choirs Choral Concert
 Start Date: Sunday, November 07, 2010
End Date: Sunday, November 07, 2010
Time: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Description:
Hear the beautiful young voices of the Grand Philharmonic Choir's youth and children's choirs under our dynamic new conductors, Amanda Brunk (youth) and Andrea deBoer-Jones (children) in "Storybook Voices".
Sunday afternoon, November 7, 3 p.m. at the Cedars Worship Centre, 543 Beechwood Drive, Waterloo.
General Admission--$10/adult; $5/child and high school; $25/family of 2 kids, 2 adults.
This concert includes solos by graduates of Wilfrid Laurier University's opera diploma program!

Also here's the City of Kitchener Skating Schedule link. Some are free skating & some there are fees for so please look carefully. It's not showing properly on my screen for the end dates, so you may want to call 1st http://www.kitchener.ca/en/livinginkitchener/Community_Skating_Schedule.asp

Also if someone could message me when the outdoor rink at City Hall starts up I'll post that too

Friday Nov 12th is RANDOM ACT OF KINDNESS DAY in Kitchener Waterloo!!!!!!!! Remember to pay it forward


LOOKING AHEAD

Winter Fun Camp
Need a place to take your child/ren to keep them busy during the Christmas Break?
Structured and supervised programming including:
- Outside Activities
- Games
- Crafts
- Movies
- Music
Monday, December 20 – Thursday, December 23: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Friday, December 24: 9 a.m. – Noon
Monday December 27 – Thursday December 30: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Friday, December 31: 9 a.m. – Noon
Cost $25.00 per day / $125.00 full week
Bring Bag Lunches/Snacks will be provided
Must register by December 13, 2010
Where: Kingsdale Community Centre
80 Wilson Avenue, Kitchener, ON
519-748-6463
kingsdaleoffice@houseoffriendship.org

Monday, October 25, 2010

Bobs & Lolo PRIZE PACK

We're happy to hear that quality Children's Entertainment is heading to Southwestern Ontario!

Bobs & Lolo are excited to come to Ontario and are celebrating by giving away a CD prize pack to a lucky member of the Group Stuff To Do With Your Kids In Kitchener Waterloo
Just leave a message on the group's wall about your favorite family event you attended in 2010.
The winner will be announced Monday Nov 1, 2010

Here's a list of there upcoming performances

Date: October 31, 2010

Show time: 2pm
Location: River Run Centre, Guelph
http://www.riverrun.ca/

Date: November 6, 2010
Show times: 11am & 2pm
Location: Aeolian Hall, London
http://www.aeolianhall.ca/

Date: November 7, 2010
Show time: 2pm
Location: Lester B. Pearson, Brampton
http://www.myrosetheatre.ca/Content.aspx?id=56

Want to learn more about Bobs & Lolo? Well then visit them on FACEBOOK
http://www.facebook.com/BobsandLoLo

Saturday, October 23, 2010

Week BEFORE Halloween

Hi Everyone
I don't see much on the go for this weekend, but I did find this

Scare the Crows-A Free Family Event

When Saturday, October 23, 2010, 1 – 3pm
Where The Cambridge Sculpture Garden
Grand Avenue, South
Cambridge, ON
Event type Connected Event
Summary Rain date is Saturday, October 30, 2010 same time. All materials (armature, clothing and straw) will be provided and refreshments will be served. Participants are asked to register to ensure that enough materials and refreshments are available. girardin@mcmaster.ca
Phone number 519=740-0248
Website http://www.cambridgesculpturegarden.ca/

Also I had the opportunity to attend Bingemans Screampark last night & for those who have older kids (& not the timid of heart) IT ROCKS!

http://www.facebook.com/?ref=logo#!/pages/Kitchener-ON/Bingemans-Screampark/86600600001

Warning even this website is UBER creepy
http://www.screampark.ca/

If you're still looking for something to do wtih the kids, head out to Herrles Market & ask for Trevor. Then tell him Lisa McDonald sent you.

Seriously do it-he loves it. Then let the kiddies play outside!

Hay Jump, Corn Maze, Playground & my fave RING THE BELL

http://www.herrles.com/
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Next week there's a UofW Science Open house, lots of halloween parties! So make sure to message me for events for the UPCOMING WEEK!

Keep Smiling!
Lisa

Friday, October 8, 2010

MeFest, Oktoberfest, Thanksgivng & Halloween in Kitchener Waterloo

Thank-you to everyone who came to our event! It was wonderful to have so many walk up & tell me they follow this group & find out about so many activities because of it. Your support means so much!
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YAY THANKSGIVING & OKTOBERFEST!!!!
Today (Thursday) is Waterloo's kick off

http://www.oktoberfest.ca/events_details.php?ID=15


Then for a list of Family Activities click http://www.oktoberfest.ca/fce.php

Parade Info
http://www.oktoberfest.ca/fce.php

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Sunday
Hey Lisa!! I was at chapters by where sports world used to be yesterday. They are having a 'meet barbie' on sunday October 10 from 1-430. The first 75 in line get a present from her!

Thanksgiving Monday
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=160961413918756
At the Waterloo Mueseum (Doon Heritage Crossroads)

Little Tot Spot
Thanksgiving Day Parade Drop-in Play - 25% OFF ADMISSION! Monday October 11 from 9am - 1pm. Planning on attending the Thanksgiving Day Oktoberfest Parade? Come play at Little Tot Spot after the parade and enjoy 25% off admission! We’re located steps away from the parade route and will be open from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

I wanted to mention that Shantzholme Pumpkin Farm is also a great place to take the kids. They have a straw maze for the little ones, a corn maze for the bigger ones, pumpkins of coarse and best of all it is free to go and purchases are not necessary. They often have a variety of small animals around also for the kids to see. Here is a link: http://www.shantzholmpumpkins.ca/

Looking ahead

Walper Terrace Family Halloween
http://www.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%253A%252F%252Fkitchener.kijiji.ca%252Fc-community-events-Family-Halloween-Family-Spooktacular-for-Kids-W0QQAdIdZ233463711&h=a965e&ref=nf
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"The Paintball Arena & Mr. Halloween are looking for enthusiastic volunteers immediately to dress up in costume (will be provided) to scare customers in their Haunted House. No audition necessary and times are flexible. Contacts are Hal or Jamie Townsend at The Paintball Arena 69 Agnes St. (corner of Agnes & Park) or call 519-579-7585. Starting in October will also be a paintball Zombie Hunt and The Spooky Dungeon."


http://www.novicepaintball.com/

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You may already know but Ontario's Amber Alert is on Facebook. When I joined this morning they were over 1000 fans, by tonight I think they will be at 10,000 fans.

Please join & show your support
http://www.facebook.com/AMBERalertON



Now back to your regularly scheduled Chicken Dancing!

Saturday, September 18, 2010

Another BIG Weekend is upon us!

I'm going to attend this event for the 1st time (if you've gone before please tell me how it is)


http://www.region.waterloo.on.ca/web/region.nsf/0/52661531B41EC72B85256D1600625754?OpenDocument

& a map of listings here (if there's a listing of directions from on place the next in more of a loop I'd love to know)

http://maps.google.ca/maps/ms?hl=en&ie=UTF8&msa=0&msid=105959181930518156867.00048abd53e0140a38dd0&ll=43.466874%2C-80.459747&spn=0.361801%2C0.615921&z=11

http://www.royalmedievalfaire.org/ at Waterloo Park, admission $5 or $2.50 for those 10 & under

http://www.multiplebirthscanada.org/~kwpomba/clothing.htm Sale Admission is $1 at Moses Springer


Lets Get Them To Boston!
This fundraiser open house combo is to help raise money for the Kitchener Icepirates; a local hockey team here in Kitchener for developmentally challenged/delayed kids. They are heading to Boston in April for their end of the year tournament and they need your help to get them there. Our goal is to raise $5,000 for them. There is going to be lots to do and see; health and wellness seminars, BBQ, car wash, silent auction and more.
Date: September 18, 2010.
Time: 10am to 3pm.

Location: Bodyworks Gym Inc., 2399 Kingsway Drive, Kitchener. For more information call 519-748-9888.http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=150757948282512&index=1#!/group.php?gid=327503221823

Saturday & Sunday

New Hamburg Fall Fair, admission varies by day, http://www.newhamburgfallfair.ca/

events http://www.newhamburgfallfair.ca/sites/default/files/SCHEDULE.pdf

Sunday

K-W Humane Society's 6th Annual Surf Dogs. The day will be filled with hundreds of dogs practicing their "doggy-paddle" and surfing the waves! Silent auction, carnival games, talent competition, and so much more! $10 per dog, humans are free. 11-2.Bingemans

car show in Paris Sunday. It is huge with about 800 + cars every year at the Paris Fairgrounds. It is put on by the Brantford Kinsmen!
$3.00 per person, kids under 10 are free


Sunday September 19th:

Come watch Spinner, Sav, Danny, Peter and Johnny from DEGRASSI the Next Generation hit the stage in their band Soundspeed, Live at Maxwell's Music House
You can listen to their music here: www.myspace.com/soundspeedband
Advanced tickets are $10, $15 at the Door.
This is a special All Ages show!
Call 519-498-5705 for more details. doors open at 7pm. Advanced tickets are available http://www.ticketscene.ca/events/2790

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Plus we're getting so close to MeFest (2 weeks away!!!!)

Believe me there is something for everyone!

being held at the Waterloo Recreation Complex on Saturday October 2nd 2010 9am-4pm

Admission is $5 or $3 with a Food Bank Donation

**Every vendor will have a FREEBIE for you!**

Come for the fun! Shopping/Info/Prizes & GIVEAWAYS!

We encourage all of our members to come & support OUR event (aka Those2Girls)

We also ask that you be generous with your Food Bank Donation as we've been informed that the are very low right now. One of the highlights for us is to see that BIG bin fill right to the top by day's end!

Plus if you see us at the event we'd love to meet you! Just look for our tiaras pictured here on our site http://www.mefest.ca/

Keep Smiling!
Lisa

Tuesday, September 14, 2010

Our new Website

We are thrilled to launch our new Website!


Please take a look over at http://www.mefest.ca/


Make sure to click all the tabs to get the true feeling of our event!

Can't wait to see you on Oct 2nd!

Saturday, September 11, 2010

Lots of STUFF TO DO

Hi Everyone!


1st off the contest I'm in has dropped me back to the 2nd row of contestants (ugh). So if you have a great sense of humour please watch my vid here http://iwearyourshirt.com/hiring/application/7000/lisa-mcdonald?expanddiv=all& (see sort of funny, why you needed the sense of humour)

& then I need you to please give it 5 stars & a quick comment. That's it takes about a minute
Thanks very much

I also got some great news that EZ Street has been having quite a few partrons from our group come & use this group's 35% off Discount!
http://thesunshineisin.blogspot.com/2010/07/life-on-ez-street.html
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Now on to the BLAST
Today (Saturday)
Mayor's Move Morning
http://www.snapkw.com/?option=com_sngevents&id[0]=197927

Attention VW enthusiasts – Vintage VW Car Show. Come and join us on Saturday September 11th as we at Werner’s Auto Service celebrate 30 years in business. 1980-2010. Beginning at 10:00am until 3:00pm we will have a Vintage Volkswagen (air-cooled) car show, a Charity fundraiser barbeque, open house and more.
We are located in the downtown core of (Galt) Cambridge at 78 Shade Street, beside the Galt Garden's Arena

http://www.mightymachinesshowcase.com/main4.cfm
At Bingemans. Costs are listed on the site


You're invitied to an open house celebration of Waterloo's newest fire station.
It will be fun for the entire family with demonstrations, cake and refreshments!
Saturday September 11, 2010
2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Fire Station No. 4
911 University Avenue East
(near RIM Park)
At 2:15 p.m. we will officially raise the Waterloo Fire Rescue flag and it will be inspected by our official Flag Inspector.
At 2:30 p.m the first Live Fire demonstration will be performed by Fire Prevention staff of Waterloo Fire Rescue using our kitchen cooking trailer. Demonstrations to also occur at 3:00 p.m and 3:30 p.m.
Please note: Parking for this event is limited. A shuttle service will transport people from the main lot at RIM Park to the fire station.


Uniglobe Travel Fair in Stanley Park Mall
10 AM to 4 PM. Sunwing, Waterloo Airport, Jamaica Tourist Board and Auto Europe


Sportsworld Crossing
FREE Open Air Movie - How to Train Your Dragon - September 11
Bring a lawn chair and enjoy watching How to Train Your Dragon on the big screen under the stars. Show begins at dusk and takes place in the Central Green Space in front of Moose Winooski's.
Plus free pop and popcorn, cuz a movie is not a movie unless you have the treats!


Public Star Party
Star gazing
Saturday, September 11, 2010
Description:
Public Star Party - FREE
@ dusk in Waterloo Park


Sat & Sunday
Williamsburg Festival
http://www.rbjschlegel.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=26%3Awilliamsburg-town-centre-community-festival&catid=13%3Awilliamsburg-events&Itemid=4

Upcoming
Hi Lisa,
I am running a one time workshop, sing sign and story time (kind of an introduction class) at little tot spot on Wednesday September 22nd from 9:45-10:30 and I was hoping to post it on the Facebook page for "Stuff to do with your kids in Kitchener Waterloo." It is a really cheap even at only $10 and that also includes playtime before and after the workshop.
must register prior to the event, they can do it on my website. http://www.mysmarthandskw.com/


& OF COURSE MeFest
Here's something we hope you'll take a look at http://www.mefest.ca/

We launched our own website for the show yesteday!
Click on the tabs at the top to get an idea of all the fun to be had!

Have a great weekend & KEEP SMILING!!!

Saturday, September 4, 2010

Fall Fun!!! In Kitchener Waterloo & Area

For those of you that are members of the Facebook Group http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=2369595749 will already have this, but for those who aren't May I Suggest......

Pumpkins have arrived at Herrles Market - & they look awesome! Make sure to tell Trevor that Lisa sent you!
http://www.herrles.com/

The Paris Fair is underway
http://www.parisfair.com/pasfair.shtml

Rainy days call for using my 35% off Facebook Discount at EZ STREETS in Cambridge. There are links on my post http://thesunshineisin.blogspot.com/2010/07/life-on-ez-street.html

September 6 - Bingemans Big Splash Back to School Bash - Join us for one last bash before school. Receive FREE admission to Big Splash from 4:00pm – Close on our last day of operation for the 2010 season

Sept 11th the new fire hall by RIM park is opening

Down With Webster $20 in Brantford Sept 30th
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=121144457936370&ref=ts

We're less than a month from MeFest! http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=117631091615329
Make sure to RSVP for your Freebies!
Also make sure to find Diane & I and let us know how you like this group! We'll be the ones in the Tiaras!

Once last thing all of you wonderful peeps, I am in the running for an awesome online contest as a Tshirt wearer! I want it to be Tshirts with Tiaras! Have your say here (those with sense of humour only please).
http://iwearyourshirt.com/hiring/application/7000/lisa-mcdonald?expanddiv=all&
Basically I need 5 star ratings/comments/facebook likes &/or tweets
Imagine if I could do the blast via Tshirt video?

Please let me know if you commented & I'd like to thank-you!

Keep Smiling!
Lisa

Saturday, July 31, 2010

Civic Holiday & FUN STUFF

Happy Long Weekend!

Not so happy with the rain? Well guess what I have a solution!
Head to EZ STREET in Cambridge & get your 35% just for being a memeber of this group.
I know some of you were asking about pricing.
So I went again last Sunday. I got a COMBO #1
Which consists of 2 Rounds of Lazer Runner (LazerTag) AND 2 Rounds of Ballidium (foam ball launcher showdown) & with my discount the total was only $15 per person.
SAWEEEEEEEEEEET
They are on Hwy 24, 580 Hespler Rd Cambridge, behind the A&W
Here's their FB page http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/group.php?gid=113591382011650&ref=ts
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While you're in Cambridge you might want to also visit The Grand Opening for a new Children's Clothing Store http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=137457462941575
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I want to thank Jenn for letting me know about the Pirate Festival in Milton http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/event.php?eid=141006822577035&ref=nf Happening all long weekend
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When I was driving down Highland Rd on Monday I saw that Parts Source has a car show every Monday night
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Thanks to Sean for Today's Parent Kidsummer at Wat Reg Museum (aka Doon Crossroads) Aug 4th
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=2369595749&ref=ts#!/photo.php?pid=5913658&o=all&op=1&view=all&subj=2369595749&aid=-1&id=729068938
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Thanks to Peggy for this list
Aug 1Crusin' the Dub – A&W - Cambridge South Shopping Centre
Mill Race Festival -1pm – 11pm -

Aug2Crusin' the Dub – A&W -Victoria Street Kitchener
Summer Concert Series – Waterloo Public Square – 7pm – 8:30pm

Aug 3 Skatium Doon Pioneer Park
Lions Pride – Main Library – 6:30pm
Free Swim – 10am – 12pm – Idlewood Pool
Concert – noon – Waterloo Public Square - TBA

Aug 4 Skatium
Doon Pioneer Park
Lion's Pride – 11 am – Kitchener Market
Lion's Pride – Pioneer Park Library – 10:30am
Free Swim – Moses Springer – 6:30 – 8pm
Crusin' the Dub – A&W – Bleams Rd. Kitchener
Radio Controlled Boats – City Hall Kitchener – 6:30- 8:30pm

August 5 Kitchener Blues Festival
Skatium
Doon Pioneer Park
Lion's Pride – Forest Heights Library – 10 am
Crusin' the Dub – A&W -Cambridge Hespeler Rd -
Outdoor Movie Night – 50 Dickson Rd. Cambridge – 8:30pm
(The Blindside)

Aug 6 Kitchener Blues Festival
Family Flicks – Kitchener Main Library – 1:30pm (Toy Story 2)
Free Swim – Harry Class – 2:00pm – 4:30pm

Aug 7Kitchener Blues Festival
Kids Club – Kitchener Market – 9am – 11am
Lions Pride – Main Library – 10:30 am
Free Swim – 3:30pm – 5:00pm – Breithaupt Pool
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Now for the FUN STUFF!!!!!!
Make sure you are a part of the #EllenToKW page that I am also admin on because we're holding a contest starting MONDAY
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Ellen-Degeneres-for-Parade-Marshall-of-2010-K-W-Oktoberfest-Parade/121211941239514?ref=ts
Want a hint? Waterpark fun might be in your future!
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Okay here I go wtih my stuff
MeFest ....
Should I wear the Tiara that day?
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=117631091615329
RSVP & leave a comment!

By the way we have a few vendor spots left. We're about 2 months away so you need to email me asap those2girls@writme.com

Saturday, July 10, 2010

July 2010 Family Events & FREE BURGERS FOR A YEAR????

Hi All!1st off YES SUMMER IS HERE!For a list of FREE splashpads http://www.kitchener.ca/visiting_kitchener/pools.html(you'll need to scroll down to the splashpads)
I'm also the ADMIN for http://www.facebook.com/pages/Ellen-Degeneres-for-Parade-Marshall-of-2010-K-W-Oktoberfest-Parade/121211941239514?ref=ts& that means FUN STUFF (challenges etc)! Who's going to follow me there too?One of the challenges is to help Adele from 91.5 the Beat get on Regis & Kelly! Details are here http://www.facebook.com/pages/AdeleNewtonHelp-me-become-co-host-for-a-day-on-Regis-Kelly/132783870089442
Join in & see what we're up to tomorrow....Speaking of Tomorrow (Friday)...IRON MAN will be at the Grand Opening of the new Cambridge Best BuyDetails & times are here http://recp.mkt41.net/servlet/MailView?m=35557683&r=NDA1Mzc1OTczS0&j=NzcxNDkzMzAgS0&mt=1Scroll down to see (also Dora On Saturday)
Downtown Kitchener is hosting Cruise night Friday nighthttp://www.cruisingonking.ca/main.cfm?CFID=4932328&CFTOKEN=d77811e760f715d5-B4D1D96F-0080-2571-1BE28B4826600733
I also want to thank my pal Peggy for compiling a list & making things easier for me
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July 9 Cruising on King-Don McDougall Trio-the museum 11:30am-1: 30pm-Aron al Duo-Latin 4:30pm – 6:30pm – the museumFree Swim, Lyle Hallman 3pm-5pmFamily Flicks @ KPL main (Jumanji) 1:30pmJuly 10 Live Weekend, Kitchener Market, Ken Lewis 11am-1pm Turkish Festival, Waterloo Public Square 10am-7pmArts in the Park, Waterloo Park West 11am-7pmForbes Park Music Festival, Cambridge 10am- 10pmKPL Club@ Kitchener Market 9am-11amNon-Violence Festival, Victoria Park 12pm-9pmJuly 12 Skatium-Chicopee July 11 Earth Born 2010-Canadian Clay Class Gallery, 11am-6pmTurkish Festival, Waterloo Public Square 10am-7pmConcert, Waterloo Band Shell, Waterloo concert Band 7pm-8: 30pmArts in the Park, Waterloo Park West 11am-7pmA&W Cambridge South Shopping Centre, Crusin the DubConcert in the Park Centennial Park Cambridge 7pmSkatium-Chicopee July 12 Free Swim Cameron Heights 6:30pm-8pmA&W Victoria Street Kitchener, Crusin’ the DubSkatium-Chicopee July 13 Bingemans 50th AnniversaryKidsHop Kitchener Market 11-12Toonie Tuesdays Kitchener City Hall 6pm-8pmEclectic Tuesdays, Waterloo Public Square, James O-LSkatium-Chicopee July 14 Schuebbs-Live music, Kitchener Market 11:30am-1: 30pmRemote Control Boats, City Hall 6:30pm-8: 30pmFree Swim, Wilson Pool 2pm-4pmA&W Bleams Road Kitchener, Crusin’ the DubLions Pride@ Kitchener Market KPL, Family 11am Skatium-Chicopee July 15 Uptown Waterloo Thursday nights 12pm-12am – various events on KingKidsHop Kitchener Market 11pm-12pmFree Swim, Harry Class, 2pm-4: 30pmA&W Hespler Road, Cambridge, Crusin’ the DubSkatium-Chicopee July 16 Tone Rangers-Live music Kitchener Market 11:30pm-1: 30pmRibfest Craft Beer Show Victoria ParkUptown Waterloo Jazz FestivalFamily Flicks @ KPL main (Curious George 2) 1:30pmJuly 17 Live weekend, Kitchener Market, Erick Traplin 11am – 1pmRibfest Craft Beer Show - Victoria ParkUptown Waterloo Jazz FestivalKPL Club@ Kitchener Market 9am-11amKPL Main Library, Creative Writing Grades 3-6, 2:30pmJuly 18 Ribfest Craft Beer Show Victoria ParkFree Swim, Breihaupt Pool 3:30pm -5pmUptown waterloo Jazz FestivalEarth Born 2010-Canadian Clay Class Gallery, 11-6pmConcert, Waterloo Bandshell, Kitchener Musical Society, 7-8:30pmA&W Cambridge South Shopping Centre, Crusin the DubConcert in the Park Centennial Park Cambridge 7pmJuly 19 Skatium -Forest HeightsA&W Victoria Street Kitchener, Crusin the DubJuly 20 Skatium -Forest HeightsToonie Tuesdays City Hall 6:00pm -8:15pmEclectic Tuesdays, Waterloo Public Square, TBA
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Also July 18th fundraiser for Julie at Grand River Sports Medicine Centre in Kitchener (700 Strasburg Rd - Forest Glen Plaza) on July 18th, 2010. We are advertising it as a BBQ, and will have games for kids, raffles, silent auction items, and a craft/bake sale. All proceeds will go directly towards funding Julie's on-going care (we will not be donating it to charity).&

****Here's something fun Name the new Harvey's BurgerI named my OUTRAGEOUSLY EPIC Burger (Do you like the sound of that? Then give it an actual LIKE please) http://apps.facebook.com/harveys_nameandwin/burger.asp?ID=12779Then name your own
OKAY SEND ME COMMENTS ABOUT EVENTS YOU ATTENDED, because it's great motivation for our area to provide more events!
Keep Smiling!Lisa

Friday, June 11, 2010

What a (GREAT) week!

Hi Everyone!
Diane & I made it back from Hockeyfest! What a Blast! We were "Go For" girls, enjoyed the band & even tended bar (well beer garden anyway).Did you go? Let us know! Take a look at this vid to see some highlights http://www.brantnews.com/entertainment.cfm?page=entertainment&section=read&articleId=7967
Want to know what's up next for us? Take a look at the back story here http://thesunshineisin.blogspot.com/2010/05/ellentokw.html
Now I can't give any details today (which if definately a difficult task, as I LOVE to share EXCITING happenings!). Let me just tell you that you NEED to keep the early evening of THURSDAY JUNE 24th open!(here's some hints, Arms a flapping & toes a tapping! Dust off those Oktoberfest hats! for a BIG.....)
Okay now on with the show
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Events this weekend
Friday 7:30pm showing of Fantastic Mr. Fox at Waterloo Park http://www.waterlooartsfestival.com/
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Two great events in one on SaturdayThe Grand Opening of Little Tot Spot & the Re-Launch of Momstownhttp://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=128033617222597&index=1& http://www.littletotspot.ca/Site/welcome_to_little_tot_spot_2.html
have the details

Waterloo Arts Festivall (& Sunday Too)http://www.facebook.com/pages/Waterloo-ON/Waterloo-Arts-Festival/198157083856?ref=search&v=wall

Official Opening of Temporary Skate ZoneEveryone is invited to come out and join in the fun! Mayor Brenda Halloran will be on hand to cut the ribbon. There will also be demonstrations and prizes by Sanction Skate & Snow.Date: Saturday, June 12, 2010.Time: 1pm to 4pm.Location: Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex.For more information call 519-884-5363, ext. 257 or john.griffin@waterloo.ca Website: www.waterloo.ca

Portugal Day 2010Date: Saturday, June 12, 2010.11am: Parade. Meeting at 10:30am and departing from the Galt Arena and proceeding to the Portuguese Monument at Queens Square. The Portuguese Flag will be raised upon arrival of all parties included in the parade. 2:30pm After the parade traditional foods from different Portuguese regions will be offered complimentary at the food tent at the Portuguese Club, 870 Townline Road, Cambridge. 4:30pm Afternoon and evening continue filled with entertainment with various local artists, Luso-Can Tuna and folklore groups such as Casa da Madeira, Estrela do Norte, Nazare de Mississauga, Associacao Cultural do Minho.For more information call 519-658-9703. www.portugueseclubofcambridge.com

http://www.kwgreekfest.com/home/ (& Sunday Too)

Upcoming
http://www.grandphilchoir.com/contact2.html$300 total from Sept to the end of April/early May, and they get to sing with KW symphony and in places like Centre in the Square and Guelph River Run. Looking for ages 7-14 primarily, and they could get a 5% discount if they audition before the end of June, and get a tax receipt

Look for another BLAST this Tuesday with our BIG #EllenToKW announcement(one more hint, If Christmas can be in July, why can't Oktoberfest be in June?)

Friday, May 28, 2010

Hockeyfest, Relief Sale, Waterloo Region Museum Events #EllenToKW

**1st off for the past few blasts I've mentioned the Brantford Hockeyfest
http://www.brantfordhockeyfest.com/
Contrary to popular belief it's not a Hockey Tournament
IT'S A CONCERT!!! Remember attending those?
So basically I'm letting you know 3 things.
#1 Brantford is 40 only mins away from KW
#2 The ticket price for 4 bands is less than a Toronto price for one band (& you can pay w/PayPal -that's cool!)
#3 You also have a chance to win a pair of tickets by going to http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=120685491301566 & reading the wall daily
So if you have your tickets, send me a message, we can try to meetup!**
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Okay more fun stuff
Preston Carnival, FREE admission, but I think you have to buy ride tickets (sorry don't know the details)http://www.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fkitchener.kijiji.ca%2Fc-community-events-PRESTON-KINSMEN-CARNIVAL-contest-W0QQAdIdZ204802835&h=d435b

Last Thrusday of the month from May - September, 5:00 pm - Dark at the Williamsburg Town Centre. BBQ, music, raffle prizes!Thursday May 27June 24July 29August 26September 11 and 30Free admission, no advanced registration necessary. Just show up!

New Hamburg Mennonite Relief SaleUnique fun and Mennonite cultural value for all ages. Admission and parking free, buses welcome. Over 2000 volunteers donate time, expertise and resources. All proceeds go to the Mennonite Central Committee. Wheelchair accessible. Air-conditioning in Community Centre.Dates: May 28, 2010 5:30pm to 9:30pm and May 29, 2010 7am to afternoon.Location: New Hamburg Fairgrounds and Historic Arena. www.nhmrs.com 519-745-8458.

17th Annual Emergency Services Muster, Games & ParadeDate: Saturday, May 29, 2010.Location: Waterloo Region Museum.Website: www.waterlooregionmuseum.com

Heritage DayCome out and enjoy a beautiful day and celebrate everything we love about Waterloo!Date: May 29, 2010.Time: 1pm to 5pm.Location: Waterloo Public Square.Website: http://www.waterloo.ca/publicsquare

Kitchener-Waterloo Shreds
Libro Financial Group and Shred-It invite you to bring all the unwanted personal items you can carry for free on-site shredding by Shred-It. Representatives will be there to offer tips on how you can protect yourself against identity theft. A charity BBQ will be held to benefit the Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.Date: Saturday, May 29, 2010.Time: 10am to 2pm.Location: Libro Financial Group, 420 Erb St. W. Waterloo.Website: www.libro.ca

Children's Groundwater FestivalDates: Monday, May 31, 2010 to Friday, June 4, 2010.Location: Waterloo Region Museum.Website: www.waterlooregionmuseum.com
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Looking aheadJune 5th EcoFest http://www.region.waterloo.on.ca/web/region.nsf/DocID/40047883EE3D014C852576C50057885B?OpenDocument
CIBC at Williamsburg & Ottawa is having Dora on June 5th (big sign outside the branch has the times)
Mid JuneCelebrating World Cup Soccer at the Williamsburg Town Center. All sorts of things going to open and close the games.
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=126142557413311
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additional fun things Those2Girls are involved in ...have you heard about this #EllenToKW http://thesunshineisin.blogspot.com/2010/05/ellentokw.html (all links are in the post)
& yes we're still trying to meet The Queen
BUT
1st we want to meet you at Hockeyfest!

Keep Smiling!

Saturday, May 22, 2010

Victoria Day Long Weekend Events In KW & Surrounding area

Cruisin' Home Car ShowWe've changed the date to Sunday May 23rd due to Saturday's rain in the forecast. Sunday May 23rd3:00 pm - 7:00 pmHenry Street - St. Jacobs Free to bring your car & free for spectators!Antiques, hot rods, classics, or muscle cars & trucks!Goodie buckets for the first 125 cars that attend (250 cars attended in 2009). BBQ vendor will be here, as well as raffle tickets in support of the Optimist Club of St. Jacobs!

40th Annual Victoria Day Celebrations( NEW DUNDEE ) Event Date(s) 24-May-10 Event Time 07:00 to 16:00 Price Free Address New Dundee, ON, Canada Food booths in park all day,Over 30 vendors in the park all day,kids events&children's midway rides,Antique car and tractor show in the park,garage sales throughout the town,free hot air balloon rides in the park.Also you can not forget the parade.

Firefighters Pancake BreakfastDate: May 24, 2010Veneu: New Dundee Fire StationPhone: 519-696-2911Email: anitacressmanr@gmail.com

17th Edition of Victoria DayBoth events are free and attendees are urged to bring a lawn chair.Date: Monday, May 24, 2010.Time: 11am-guest speakers, 12pm concert on nearby Roos Island by the Kitchener Musical Society Band.Location: Victoria Park, Kitchener.

Preston Carnival http://kitchener.kijiji.ca/c-community-events-PRESTON-KINSMEN-CARNIVAL-contest-W0QQAdIdZ204802835

Last Thrusday of the month from May - September, 5:00 pm - Dark at the Williamsburg Town Centre. BBQ, music, raffle prizes! Thursday May 27June 24July 29August 26September 11 and 30 Free admission, no advanced registration necessary. Just show up!

If you're going away for a road trip you may want to read this...http://www.toolsforschools.ca/blog/?p=736

There's still time to get you tickets to Hockeyfest in BrantfordHockeyfest - Brantford - OUR LADY PEACE, THE TREWS, MARIANAS TRENCH, illScarlett, Street Pharmacy and My Darkest Days...all for $39.99. Event is being run in conjunction with the 4th Annual Walter Gretzky Street Hockey Tournament at Lions Park.
www.brantfordhockeyfest.com

AS ALWAYS PLEASE LET US KNOW WHICH EVENTS YOU ATTENDED THROUGH THIS POST & If you know any attractions or retailers that would be willing to offer discounts or COUPON CODES for events to our group please have them message me http://www.facebook.com/lisamcdonald122

There's a lot going on next weekend too, here's an advanced look-Make sure to mark your calendar!
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New Hamburg Mennonite Relief SaleUnique fun and Mennonite cultural value for all ages. Admission and parking free, buses welcome. Over 2000 volunteers donate time, expertise and resources. All proceeds go to the Mennonite Central Committee. Wheelchair accessible. Air-conditioning in Community Centre.Dates: May 28, 2010 5:30pm to 9:30pm and May 29, 2010 7am to afternoon.Location: New Hamburg Fairgrounds and Historic Arena. www.nhmrs.com 519-745-8458.

17th Annual Emergency Services Muster, Games & ParadeDate: Saturday, May 29, 2010.Location: Waterloo Region Museum.Website: www.waterlooregionmuseum.com

Heritage DayCome out and enjoy a beautiful day and celebrate everything we love about Waterloo!Date: May 29, 2010.Time: 1pm to 5pm.Location: Waterloo Public Square.Website: http://www.waterloo.ca/publicsquare

Kitchener-Waterloo ShredsLibro Financial Group and Shred-It invite you to bring all the unwanted personal items you can carry for free on-site shredding by Shred-It. Representatives will be there to offer tips on how you can protect yourself against identity theft. A charity BBQ will be held to benefit the Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.Date: Saturday, May 29, 2010.Time: 10am to 2pm.Location: Libro Financial Group, 420 Erb St. W. Waterloo.Website: www.libro.ca

Children's Groundwater FestivalDates: Monday, May 31, 2010 to Friday, June 4, 2010.Location: Waterloo Region Museum.Website: www.waterlooregionmuseum.com
Enjoy your Victoria Day Weekend!

PS anyone have any inside info on how Diane & I can meet THE QUEEN ?

Thursday, May 13, 2010

Mid May Events

Tomorrow (Friday) at my work, we're hosting a DIG IN event as part of our Open House. The DIG IN event is campaign for Food Donations for The Food Bank of Waterloo Region. Their goal is 150,000 pounds of food over this campaign.Please bring your food donations to THE SIGN DEPOT at 51 Borden Ave S. Kitchener (by the Tim Horton's on the corner of Charles & Borden) tomorrow, Friday May 14th from 1-5:30pm. In order to celebrate the event we are holding at BBQ at 1pm & Meet Mayor Carl Zehr at 4pm.The RSVP link is here http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=106936552667224
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For Saturday
Date: May. 15, 2010 Saturday Venue: Waterloo DIG IN Battle of the BandsCome out and listen to some great music put on by the best bands in the Waterloo Region battling it out for first prize! In support of the Waterloo Region Food Bank!Date: May 15, 2010.Location: Waterloo Public Square.Website: http://www.waterloo.ca/publicsquare
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Crestwicke Family Fun Day & AuctionThere will be games to play including a bouncy castle and dunk tank. Free balloons and face painting for all children. Come and enjoy great food hot off the BBQ. All proceeds are in support of Crestwicke Christian Academy. Silent Auction at 10am-1pm.Date: Saturday, May 15, 2010.Time: 10am to 2pm.Location; Crestwicke Baptist Church, 400 Speedvale Ave. E. Guelph.Website: www.crestwicke.org/school
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Annual Garden Cleanup DayJoin us for a fun day of planting, weeding and pruning. Tools and gloves will be provided and refreshments will be served!Date: Saturday, May 15, 2010.Time: 9am to 12pm.Location: Home Watson House & Gallery.For more information or to register call 519-748-4377. Website: www.homerwatson.on.ca
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Saturday only at the Baden Farmers / Vendors Marketat 57 Snyder's road in Baden.8am-3pmThere will be several more vendors outside for our Family Fun Day.
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Shred Day for United WayShred-Tech mobile shredding trucks will be available on site from 9am to 12pm for community members to bring all their documents to be shredded. The cost is just $2 a bag or $4 a bankers box, with all proceeds going to the United Way.Date: Saturday, May 15, 2010.Time: 9am to 12pm.Location: Cambridge Centre Parking Lot #3, 355 Hespeler Road, Cambridge. (outside The Bay).Website: liveunited.ca
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Downtown Neighbourhood Associations Open HouseThere will be free draws for great prizes. Admission is free.Date: Saturday, May 15, 2010.Time: 11am-3pm includes demonstrations and activities for all ages, fun games and events for children. 7pm-10pm Neighbourhood Club Night with The Urban Monks-a popular local band.Location: Downtown Community Centre, 35B Weber St. West, Kitchener.
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For Sunday
K-W Chapter "Gluten Free Vendor Fair"There will be plenty of samples and local vendors on hand. No charge for Canadian Celiac members.Date: Sunday, May 16, 2010.Time: 11am to 4pm.Location: Bingeman Conference Centre, Kitchener.Cost: Non-members $5. Family max 415 or bring a donation to the Waterloo Region Food Bank. Call 519-885-4689 or kwceliac@sympatico.ca
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Early Next Week
Talize sale http://kitchener.kijiji.ca/c-community-events-TALIZE-50-OFF-OR-DOUBLE-THE-POINTS-EVENT-MONDAY-MAY-17TH-W0QQAdIdZ204105401
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Spring Fling FundraiserCome celebrate Spring with Greenway Chaplin Community Centre! Join your family and neighbours for a relaxing afternoon of family fun. Bring your change: Food, drinks, ice cream cones, fun games for kids, face painting, live entertainment for kids, Regional Police and Fire will be at the event, so bring your camera for pictures with the kids. All proceeds raised will go towards children and youth programs in the community.Date: May 18, 2010.Time: 3:30pm to 6:00pm.Location: Greenway Chaplin Community Centre, 116 Rouse Avenue, Cambridge.Website: www.greenwaychaplin.org
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Uptown Country-Free FestivalRain or shine! Date: May 19, 2010.Time: 5pm to 10pm.Location: Waterloo Public Square.Website: http://www.waterloo.ca/publicsquare
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Kitchener Lawn Bowling EventCome out and try lawn bowling at our FREE open house! Bowls provided! Flat shoes required.Dates: May 20,25,27, 2010.Time: 6:30pm.Location: Kitchener Lawn Bowling. Call 519-742-1802 or 519-896-0472.
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Hope these keep you busy! Have you attended any of the events that I've sent out? Please hit reply & tell me about it!
Hope to see you tomorrow
Thanks
Lisa

Sunday, May 9, 2010

SWAGGER WAGON

A big Happy Mother's Day to all. If you're not a Mom, Happy Mother's Day to your Mom!

So leave a comment about how you spent Mother's Day!

Friday, April 2, 2010

Easter Activities & Events For KW

Lisa McDonald April 2 at 10:40pm
So if you're up bright & early Saturday....

There's a garage sale at 176 Royal Orchard Dr. Kitchener

Also This Saturday, a six-foot, three-inch guard for the Harlem Globetrotters will be making his way around town. Catch him at the Kitchener Market from 10 to 11 a.m. -- and enjoy an Easter egg hunt while you're there!
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Easter Eggstravaganza - April 2, 2010 to April 4, 2010
Joseph Schneider Haus Museum
The Schneiders are making Easter cheese, onion-dyeing Easter eggs and scratch-decorating them Pennsylvania-German style. Drop in to see our baby...The Schneiders are making Easter cheese, onion-dyeing Easter eggs and scratch-decorating them Pennsylvania-German style. Drop in to see our baby chicks! Good Friday - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday - 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. General admission rates apply. Adults $2.25, Seniors/Students $1.50, Children $1.25, Family $5.00

Location: Joseph Schneider Haus Museum, 466 Queen St. S.
Telephone: (519) 742-7752
Website: www.region.waterloo.on.ca/jsh

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Easter Egg Hunt at Joseph Schneider Haus - April 3, 2010 (10:00 am to 12:00 pm)
Joseph Schneider Haus Museum
Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Joseph Schneider Haus! Bring your Easter basket. For children eight years and under. Admission is...Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Joseph Schneider Haus! Bring your Easter basket. For children eight years and under. Admission is FREE!

Location: Joseph Schneider Haus Museum, 466 Queen St. S.
Telephone: (519) 742-7752
Website: www.region.waterloo.on.ca/jsh
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Happy Easter Everyone-hope to see you next week for MeFest!

Monday, March 15, 2010

March Break Events & Stuff To Do In Kitchener Waterloo

Kids' stuff
Events for the next 30 days.
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
• Travelling Reptile Show
Visit with snakes, lizards, tarantulas, alligators and more, 1 to 2 p.m.; $1.25, $2.25 adult, $1.50 student/senior, $5 family, 519-742-7752, Joseph Schneider Haus Museum, 466 Queen St. S., Kitchener

Wednesday, March 17, 2010
• Erick Traplin
10 a.m.; free tickets available March 10, 519-743-3558, Country Hills Library, 1500 Block Line Rd., Kitchener

Thursday, March 18, 2010
• Apple Fun Puppetry
10:30 a.m., for ages 4 and up; free, 519-824-6220, Guelph Public Library, 100 Norfolk St., Guelph

• Erick Traplin
10:30 a.m.; free tickets available March 10, 519-743-0271, Kitchener Public Library, 85 King St. N., Kitchener

• March Break Movie
The Last Mimzy, 1:30 p.m.; free, 519-743-0271, Kitchener Public Library, 85 Queen St. N., Kitchener

Saturday, March 20, 2010
• Veggie Tales Movie
plus games, prizes, 10:15 a.m.; $3 at the door, 519-836-9360, Salvation Army Citadel, 1320 Gordon St., Guelph

Sunday, March 21, 2010
• Family Flicks
Aliens in the Attic, 1:30 p.m.; free, 519-743-0271, Kitchener Public Library, 85 Queen St. N., Kitchener
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Bring your kids to Southworks each day between 12 - 3 (March Break) so they can try out a guitar, listen to some music, jam with the instructor, fill out a ballot to win 1 of 3 Fender guitar/amp pkges, and get a free lesson voucher including loaner drums or guitar!!!! So fun for the whole family !!!!
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Chapters Events
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Princess Cinema
http://www.princesscinemas.com/film/?id=1864
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Empire Theatre http://www.empiretheatres.com/theatre/showtimes/94/20100315
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Saturday, February 20, 2010

Wendel Clark in KW, IceDogs Festival, Free Skating, Free Flicks

Today (Sat Feb 20) Wendel Clark will be at the CIBC at Wiliamsburg until 1pm (I think he arrives at 11am, not sure). Corner of Fischer-Hallman & Westmount across from McDonald's
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http://www.icedogsfestivalwaterloo.ca/

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Sunday Feb 21
• Family Flicks
Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian, 1:30 p.m.; free, 519-743-0271, Kitchener Public Library, 85 Queen St. N., Kitchener
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NHL Oldtimers Hockey Challenge
Date: Tuesday, February 23, 2010
Veneu: Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex
Phone: 519-886-2375
Email: tickets@waterloo.ca
Website: www.waterloo.ca
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Free Computer Recycling Drop off Event
Date: February 24, 25, 26, 27
Venue: Rona Cambridge, 66 Pimebush Rd, Cambridge ON
Website:www.myoldpc.ca
Phone: 519-MY-OLD-PC
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Appreciate the Skate on Chili Friday
Start Date: Friday, February 26, 2010
End Date: Friday, February 26, 2010
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Description:
Join the City of Waterloo in thanking the donors who made the rink in the Waterloo Public Square possible!
Come for an evening of skating, and free chili and hot chocolate, while quantities last.
For more information: Call Tracy Suerich 519-886-1177, ext. 271
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Free Learn -to-Skate and Family Skate at the Waterloo Public Square Rink
To Celebrate the opening of the Waterloo Public Square Rink in Uptown Waterloo, Cowan Insurance Group is partnering with the City of Waterloo to sponsor free one-hour skating lessons and a family skate in February and March.
Dates: Sunday, February 28th and Sunday, March 7th, 2010
Times: Learn to Skate - 2p.m. to 3 p.m. Family Skate - 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Venue: Waterloo public Square Rink, corner of King Street and Willis Way
To register: Please email tracy.suerich@waterloo.ca
For more information: Contact Lynne Short at 519-650-6363 ext. 31608
Website: www.city.waterloo.ca/publicsquare
www.cowangroup.ca
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March Break Camp:
Location: Kingsdale Community Centre: 80 Wilson Avenue, Kitchener ON
Date: March 15-19, 2010 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Camp Fee: $25.00 per day/$100.00 per week.
Ages: 6-12
Deadline for Registration: March 8, 2010
Description: Do you need a place to take your kids to stay busy and happy during the school break. Subsidy may be available. Join us for outside activities, games, crafts, movies, music, entertainment, snacks will be available. Please bring your own brown bag lunch. Early & Late drop-off/pick-up available for $.
Contact Information: Register at Kingsdale Community Centre: 80 Wilson Ave, Kitchener
Phone: 519-748-6463
Email: kingsdaleoffice@houseoffriendship.org
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PSSST Have you RSVP'd for our big meetup?
We need to know how many so the vendors bring enough FREEBIES!!!!

http://www.facebook.com/#!/event.php?eid=253539066564&ref=ts
is our meetup page
Did anyone one to do a TRUE meetup downstairs 1st around 9:30am?

&
http://www.facebook.com/#!/event.php?eid=211449425265&ref=ts is the main page for the event

Have a great week everyone
Keep Smiling!

Lisa

Saturday, February 13, 2010

Family Day Events in Kitchener/Waterloo/Region & Upcoming Februaury Events

Here's the list from earlier this week & see below for more listings
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Lisa McDonald February 8 at 5:25am
I know as the week goes on more & more Family Day events will be submitted but here's a start

Skating rink at Kitchener City Hall 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.
- Free community skate with the Kitchener Rangers, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Kinsmen Arena
- Public skating 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Kinsmen Arena, and from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Kiwanis Arena in Kitchener
- Public skating 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Cambridge Ice Centre, in the Cambridge mall.
- Outdoor rinks, weather permitting
- Family swim, movie, Wings of Paradise display, skating and barbecue at the Breithaupt Centre in Kitchener, 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. Free.
- Gallery tours, interactive art activities and stories at the KW Art Gallery. 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Free.
- Great backyard bird count, cider and cookies, taffy on the snow (weather permitting) at the Joseph Schneider Haus Museum, Kitchener. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free.
- Make a bird feeder, and enjoy warm beverages and treats at the McDougall Cottage in the Galt area of Cambridge. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. By donation.
- Family swim, gym games, wall crawl, pre-school games and more at the A. R. Kaufman Family YMCA in Kitchener, free, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Free admission for kids 14 and under at Pinehurt Lake, Shade’s Mills, and Laurel Creek conservation areas. Ice fishing, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing. For hours and activity details go to www.grandriver.ca
- Free face painting, cupcakes, crafts, mad science show and music at Chicopee Ski Club for the Family Day Festival, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Regular admission for ski and snowboard passes.
- Children’s Museum open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Family Fun Fest at the old New Hamburg Arena and Community Centre, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Children’s inflatables, how to make music videos, children’s entertainment by Erik Traplin. $20 per family or $5 per person. Proceeds will be donated to Family & Children’s Services of Waterloo Region.
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Bowling in Cambridge
http://kitchener.kijiji.ca/c-community-events-Family-Festival-at-ibowl-ca-W0QQAdIdZ185681616
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Natural Stone City
http://kitchener.kijiji.ca/c-community-events-Family-Day-Event-at-Natural-Stone-City-Inc-W0QQAdIdZ185536643
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Make the most of Family Day! The City of Waterloo has activities available all day to help you celebrate your family!

At the Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex
Regular admission applies to all.

Swimplex
8 to 9:50am: Adult Lane Swim
8:05 to 8:50am: Shallow Waterfit (Adult)
9 to 9:45am: Boxing Waterfit (Adult)
9 to 9:45am: Deep Waterfit (Adult)
10am to 12 pm: Family Swim
12:10 to 1:50pm: Adult Lane Swim
12:15 to 1pm: Shallow Waterfit (Adult)
1 to 1:45pm: Deep Waterfit (Adult)
2 to 4pm: Public Swim

Sunlife Arena
11am to 12:30pm: Parent and Child Skate
1 to 3pm: Public Skate
8 am to 5 pm: Track Open
& 8 to 11 pm

Public Square
9 to 10:30am: Toddler Skate
4 to 8pm: Family Skate and Food Fair

Skating, jumping castle, colouring, face painting, balloon animals, magician, entertainer, music and carnival games!

Skate rentals will be available on site during the fair at the McPhail’s tent. Cora’s Breakfast & Lunch hours will be extended until 7 p.m.

Waterloo.ca


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Upcoming
WLU Summer Camps Info
http://kitchener.kijiji.ca/c-community-events-FREE-Summer-2010-Camp-Fair-at-Wilfrid-Laurier-University-W0QQAdIdZ182403362

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We're about 2 months away from the BIG DAY
Saturday April 10th at the Waterloo Recreation Complex for MeFest
9am-4pm

Make sure to go to http://www.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fevent.php%3Feid%3D211449425265%26ref%3Dts&h=f8bf83b37a4a7d03112563b99b05b0be & invite your friends as well
(click the link under the logo)
Lots of Meetups happen at MeFest as it's a great Girl's Day Out!

Want to help promote MeFest? We have lots of flyers to distribute.
If you'd like to take some to your work/day care/community centres/other places you frequent it would be greatly appreciated.
Just send me a message or email
those2girls@writeme.com

Remember to come early on event day to get ALL THE FREEBIES!!!!!!!!!

Monday, February 1, 2010

February KW Events, Waterloo Square, Family Day & MeFest

http://www.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.city.waterloo.on.ca%2FPortals%2F57ad7180-c5e7-49f5-b282-c6475cdb7ee7%2FRL_ARTSCULTURE_PUBLICSQUARE_documents%2FWPSFebCal.pdf&h=68857d2280b6513f38d0483cc2b4b8a0
Is a calendar of what's happening in February at the Waterloo Square

Also in February
Waterloo Region Summer Camp Fair
Export to Personal Calendar
Start Date: Thursday, February 04, 2010
End Date: Thursday, February 04, 2010
Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Description:
Free evening to meet professional summer camp directors and discuss great summer choices for children.
Plenty of free parking, displays, brochures and pictures. Bring the children along and enjoy a taste of warmer days ahead.
Location: Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex, 100 Father David Bauer Dr, 519-886-1177.
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Family Workshops - Fun with Watercolours
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Start Date: Tuesday, February 09, 2010
End Date: Tuesday, February 09, 2010
Time: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Description:
$5 + GST per person/per session. For children ages 3-5 accompanied by an adult.
Dabble in watercolours! Discover all about watercolour materials and painting techniques; experiment with colour mixing and oil pastels, and create dry and wet-surface paintings.
Family Workshops inspire your child's curiosity and creativity while rediscovering your own. Workshops support the artistic development of young learners through art projects that children and adults can do together.
Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery, 101 Queen Street North, Kitchener, Located in Centre In The Square.
Gallery Hours: Monday to Wednesday: 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Thursdays: 9:30 a.m. – 9 p.m. Saturdays: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sundays: 1:00 – 5:00 p.m.
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Family Day at Woodside - February 15, 2010 (1:00 pm to 5:00 pm)
Woodside National Historic Site of Canada
Bring your family for a kid-friendly visit to Woodside, which will include a scavenger hunt, outdoor and indoor Victorian games...Bring your family for a kid-friendly visit to Woodside, which will include a scavenger hunt, outdoor and indoor Victorian games and craft making that you can take home with you. Join us as we prepare delicious hot chocolate for you and your family to taste.
Location: Woodside National Historic Site of Canada
Telephone: (519) 571-5684
Website: www.pc.gc.ca/woodside
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Family Day at the Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery - February 15, 2010 ( to 5:00 pm)
Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery
Have fun exploring the Gallery and create art inspired by exhibition themes. Free admission....Have fun exploring the Gallery and create art inspired by exhibition themes. Free admission.
Location: Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery, 101 Queen St. N. Kitchener in Centre In The Square
Telephone: (519) 579-5860
Website: www.kwag.ca
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So did you RSVP for your Freebies yet?
http://www.mefest.blogspot.com/
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(Psst a few vendor tables opened up for MeFest, so if you or someone you know is interested have them message me THIS WEEK!)


Keep Smiling!

Saturday, January 23, 2010

How Dollarama Helps Me, Help Haiti

I feel the world finally learning to rally to help those in need.
I know there is so much more that can be done, but this is my contribution.
Dollarama Stuff
Yes you heard right stuff from Dollarama will help those in need.
Yesterday @Flourishflorals tweeted this link
http://mcc.org/kits/relief
Which had this info
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MCC is asking for donations of 20,000 relief kits as part of its response to the Haiti earthquake. Thank you for joining this response. Relief kits provide valuable supplies to families traumatized by war and disasters. In recent years, kits have been sent to Iraq, Gaza, Bosnia, Serbia, Nepal, Mozambique, Indonesia and Honduras.

Contents (NEW items only)
4 large bars bath soap (leave in wrapping)
1 plastic bottle shampoo (380-710ml / 13-24oz; place bottle in a re-sealable plastic bag)
4 large bars of laundry soap (Some stores carry Fels Naptha, Sunlight or Zote brands; contact your local MCC warehouse with questions)
1 squeeze-tube toothpaste (minimum 130ml / 6oz; leave in box)
4 adult-size toothbrushes (leave in packaging)
4 new bath towels (medium weight, dark or bright colors)
2 wide-tooth combs(6 to 8in / 15 to 20cm)
1 fingernail clipper
1 box adhesive bandages (minimum 40, assorted)
1 package sanitary pads (18-24 thin maxi)

Place contents in a box or bag and deliver to one of the drop-off locations in Canada or the U.S. The kit will be re-packed in a new 5-gallon plastic pail with lid.
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Looking at the list I realized I can purchase a majority of it at Dollarama. So that's what I did!
I got everything except the laundry soap bars. They have them, but they are unwrapped, so I'll get some at the grocery store tomorrow.
I spent less than $20 for all of this.
I hope to drop it off early this week
(the site lists all the drop off locations)
So even when you think you're little donation is just a drop in the bucket, look how much my drop will provide!
Hi Everyone

Here's some new stuff
If you have time today (Saturday)
"Carwash for Haiti" being held by our Waterloo Professional Fire Fighters Assoc @ the Columbia Station.... 10 to 2 today.

Also I went to Dollarama & got all of this stuff
(except the laundry soap bars because there's aren't packaged, so I'll grab them at the grocery store) the Dollarama purchase was less than $20 http://mcc.org/kits/relief
There's drop off locations listed for both Kitchener & Waterloo
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Now here's some fun stuff

Kitchener might make it onto the new Monopoly game!(no Cambridge or Waterloo choice, so we hope all of you will vote KITCHENER)
http://www.monopolyvote.ca/en_CA/world
On the right side of the page you'll need to click LOG IN
Then you need to create a password (just email & a password), after you log in, go back to main page & scroll down to Kitchener. Click on Kitchener. A box will pop up with some info about Kitchener, then click ADD TO MY CITIES. After that the main page will show up again & at the bottom of the screen you'll see a red box that says VOTE, so click that & you'll have to confirm you picked KITCHENER by typing in the code box letters. I think you can vote daily.
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Also currently the East Side Marios on Highland Rd has Kids Eat Free Monday to Wednesday.
They also have a WINNERS promotion as well.
So last week I took my son, he ate for free & our Winning Ticket gave us a free dessert for our next visit.
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This event is a Women Only (sorry NO kids event) for tomorrow, Sunday
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=430499390262&ref=ts
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plus family events I posted last week which can be seen on
http://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.com/2010/01/shake-off-those-january-blahs-esteem.html (you'll need to scroll down a bit, as the 1st few have passed)
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Of course I'd love it if all of you would take a second & RSVP to this
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=253539066564&index=1
& please invite all of your friends you think would want to attend this fun day!
THANKS FOR TAKING A SECOND & DOING THAT FOR ME!
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Saturday, January 16, 2010

Shake off those January Blahs! Esteem Workshop, Family Literacy Day....

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The Nonviolence Festival
In celebration of the life of an iconic figure about positive social change, Waterloo Region's Non-Violence Festival will be holding the Third Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration.
Date: Monday, January 18, 2010.
Time: 7pm to 9pm.
Location: Kitchener City Hall Rotunda.
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Perhaps for some with older children
WISE Public Lecture Series
Public Lecture with Dr. Alistair Miller! Complimentary refreshments will be served at 5:30pm. Kicking Our CO2 Addiction: Difficult but doable; dither or deploy. FREE lecture! Presented by the Waterloo Institute for Sustainable Energy University of Waterloo Campus! Map & driving directions http://www.uwaterloo.ca/map/index.php Visitor parking is available in Lot N.
Date: Thursday, January 21, 2010.
Time: 5:30pm to 7pm.
Location: University of Waterloo, Davis Centre Rm DC 1302.
Website: http://www.wise.uwaterloo.ca/seminar.html
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23rd KW Regional Spelling Bee Competition-Registration now open!!!
Registration: November 2009 to February 2010. Registration fee: $20, includes Study Manual, coaching & SpellPal Membership. Registration Venue & Contacts: Kitchener Waterloo Bilingual School, 600 Erb St. W. Waterloo 519-886-6510. Call 519-954-0710 or 519-886-0802. Email: kwsepllingbee@gmail.com
Coaching session: March 27 & April 3, 2010. Regional Competition: April 10, 2010. Ontario Championship May 2010.
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Sensational Saturdays Morning Enrichment Camps
Six weeks of challenging activities for gifted students in Grades 1-8 in an action packed environment!
Dates: January 23, 2010 to February 27, 2010.
Time: 9am to 12noon.
Location: F. of Ed., WLU.
Website: www.wlu.ca/leap
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Dove Mother and Daughter Self-Esteem Workshop. Join the Kingsdale Community Centre for a great two hour workshop all about you. Pre-registration is required. Workshop will take place on January 23, 2010 1-3 p.m. at 80 Wilson Avenue 519-748-6463
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Big event at Conestoga Mall for Family Literacy Day Jan 31st
http://www.shopping.ca/getmallevent?id=17558&mallid=cns

Actual family literacy day is January 27th, might want to check your local schools, book stores & libraries for events as well (& send them on to me for posting -thanks)
The theme this year is sing for literacy

http://www.abc-canada.org/en/system/files/SFLToolkit-standalone.pdf
additional events are listed here
http://www.abc-canada.org/en/fld/2010/
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Free Community Skate
Join your neighbours and Kitchener Centre MPP John Milloy for a free community skate on the Kitchener Rangers home ice! Warm refreshments will be served.
Date: Sunday, January 31, 2010.
Time: 1pm to 3pm.
Location: Kitchener Auditorium, Dom Cardillo Arena.
Website: www.johnmilloy.onmpp.ca
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