DIG IN for the Food Bank and Waterloo Region Museum and More

First off I want to Thank everyone that helped with the Fundraising Sale last Saturday.  I have an update here http://thesunshineisin.blogspot.com/2011/05/update.html

Thursday
A Night in the Park
Thursday, May 12, 2011
5:30 – 9pm
Location: Victoria Park
Clock Tower at
Gaukel Street Entrance
Kitchener, ON
Summary: This event will showcase local food vendors, artisans, musicians and performers from the local area and offer our community a change to showcase their diversity and arts of the Waterloo Region. Join us for a community experience to remember!

Saturday

Hot Shots Street Hockey Tournament -Sportsworld Crossing
http://www.facswaterloo.org/portal/index.php

Police Open House 10am-3pm
http://www.wrps.on.ca/event/police-week-open-house


Youth Week-Capture the Flag
Saturday, May 14, 2011
1pm
Location: Waterloo Park
100 Westmount Road, North
Waterloo,
Summary: Registration 1:00pm, Start time 1:30pm.Gather friends and put in a team of 10 or sign up as an individual and we will find a team for you! Register in advance on the Waterloo Youth Council Facebook Page. (Westmount and University Avenue, West Entrance Bench #9).
Cost: $2.00 in advance, $4.00 at event
Phone number: 519-886-1177

DIG IN for the Food Bank this weekend

Waterloo Square Battle of the Bands
http://www.phatalbert.ca/digin/page/home


Preparing to Garden Workshop
Saturday May 14, 2011, 9 a.m. to noon
Registration Required
The novice gardener will learn all there is to know about starting a garden. This workshop will provide a hands-on overview of soil preparation, essential tools, watering, fertilizing and preventing weeds. Call 519-748-1914 or visit http://www.waterlooregionmuseum.com/  for more information.

Food Bank Day at Waterloo Region Museum
Saturday May 14, 2011, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Free
Free Admission to Doon Heritage Village and the Waterloo Region Museum with a non-perishable food. Call 519-748-1914 or visit http://www.waterlooregionmuseum.com/  for more information.

SUNDAY
Video Gaming Meet
http://kitchener.kijiji.ca/c-ViewAdLargeImage?AdId=274674124
more info here http://kitchener.kijiji.ca/c-buy-and-sell-video-games-consoles-other-Kitchener-Waterloo-Spring-Video-Game-Swap-Meet-W0QQAdIdZ274674124

Waterloo Region Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
Sunday May 15, 2011, 2 p.m.
Free
Join the citizens of Waterloo Region as they pay tribute to eight individuals and two sports teams in recognition of their accomplishments and outstanding contributions to this community. Call 519-748-1914 or visit http://www.waterlooregionmuseum.com/  for more information.

Every Tuesday all summer is Taco Tuesday at Kitchener City Hall from 11:30am-1:30pm

International Museum Day
Wednesday May 18, 2011, 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. or 2 to 3 p.m.
Regular Admission
International Museum Day at the Waterloo Region Museum. Tom Reitz , Manager/Curator gives museum building tour and James Jensen, Curator of Exhibits gives a power point tour of the exhibits opening later this year. Call 519-748-1914 or visit http://www.waterlooregionmuseum.com/  for more information.

Looking ahead

Heritage Plant Sale
Saturday May 21, 2011, 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. or while plant supply lasts.
Free admission for plant sale
The Friends of Waterloo Region Museum host their 16th Annual Heritage Plant Sale. A selection of the flower and vegetable varieties that can be found in the several heritage gardens at the historic site will be available for purchase while supplies last. Free admission for plant sale. Call 519-748-1914 or visit http://www.waterlooregionmuseum.com/  for more information.


NEW DUNDEE Victoria Day Celebrations
Monday May 23 2011, 7am-3pm
Location:New Dundee
Address:New Dundee Park
URL: http://www.newdundee.ca/
Entire town garage sale
Hot air balloon rides
Family activities
Silent auction
Classic car show
Market vendors
Food vendors
Come and Play PARADE starts at 2pm.
ALL YOU CAN EAT PANCAKE BREAKFAST - New Dundee Fire Hall
$5 Kids
$10 Adults