Waterloo Air Show, Firefighters Open House, Ground Water Festival,

Ground Water Festival
Waterloo Region Museum (DOON)
Waterloo Wellington Children’s Groundwater Festival

Start Date Monday May 28, 2012
End Date Friday June 1, 2012
9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Regular Admission rates (I'd call ahead to make sure you won't be there when lots of schools will be attending)

Waterloo Air Show is this weekend. June 2 & 3 2012 Tickets/Times/Info can be found here http://waterlooairshow.com/

June 2
Tri Pride Festival at Kitchener City Hall beginning at noon @ Kitchener City Hall
https://www.facebook.com/events/389077767800940/

ECOfest Waterloo Region Museum (DOON)
9:30-4:30pm FREE EVENT http://www.regionofwaterloo.ca/en/abouttheenvironment/ecofest.asp?_mid_=17333

Cambridge Arts Festival

Saturday, June 2, 2012
10am – 8pm
Location: Cambridge City Hall
50 Dickson Street
Summary: This FREE Arts Festival features visual, musical, literary, performance and musical art. Plus new this year: Short Film Festival, Graffiti Art, Yarn Bombing and a new and bigger children's area. This is a great family event that will interest both adults and children! Don't miss this one-of-a-kind free Arts Festival.
Website: http://www.cambridgeartsfestival.com/

Cambridge Riverfest

Saturday, June 2, 2012
10am – 4pm
Location: Riverbluffs Park
251 George Street
Cambridge,
Summary: Riverfest is the perfect event to enjoy with your whole family! Connect with the Grand River through raft rides, reptiles and bird houses! See Ray Xu the magician, Erick Traplin, model boats, vendors, bouncers and much more! Free admission.
Phone number: 519-740-4681 x7499
Website: http://www.cambridgeriverfest.com/

Buster Keaton performed by the VOC Silent Film Harmonic

Saturday, June 2, 2012
9pm
Location: Waterloo Public Square
Waterloo, ON
Summary: Bring your own chair and blanket to enjoy a live musical accompaniment to five classic short films starring Buster Keaton performed by the VOC Silent Film Harmonic. In partnership with the Princess Cinema.
Website: http://www.waterloo.ca/

June 3rd
Central Ontario Hamfest and Fleamarket
Sunday, June 3, 2012
9am – 12pm
Location: Waterloo region Police Assoc.
Recreation Centre
RR2 1128 Rife Road
Waterloo, ON
Summary: 38 years and still going strong, this event brings together Amateur Radio hobbyists and enthusiasts. Many vendors will be present, both indoors and outside. Free prize draws will take place throughout the morning. Price: $7 (under 12 free). for more information info@hamfest.on.ca
Website: http://www.hamfest.on.ca/


Community Appreciation Day

Sunday, June 3, 2012
1 – 4pm
Location: Homer Watson House & Gallery
1754 Old Mill Road
Kitchener,
Summary: Show off your artistic talent and participate in a number of FREE family art activities including Play with Clay, Pioneer Mill Sculpture, Ready, Set, Print and Kinder Art Activities! We'll be firing up the grill for a tasty BBQ too! For more information or to register for this FREE event call 519-748-4377 or visit http://www.homerwatson.on.ca/
 Phone number: 519-748-4377 x224

June 5th
Herrles Market will Open June 5th from 8am-7pm there will be fresh strawberries in the store, the PICK YOUR OWN will start approx one week later
https://www.facebook.com/herrlesfarmmarket#!/pages/Herrles-Country-Farm-Market/109296932487857

KidsHop at the Kitchener Market

Every second Tuesday starting starting May 8
Kids Hop has a new twist!
Dance up a storm with Erick!
Erick Traplin will host Kids Hop every SECOND Tuesday beginning May 8!
Event Dates

◦Jun 05, 2012 Erick Traplin
◦Jun 19, 2012 Erick Traplin
◦Jul 03, 2012 Erick Traplin
◦Jul 17, 2012 Erick Traplin
◦Jul 31, 2012 Erick Traplin
◦Aug 07, 2012 Erick Traplin
◦Aug 21, 2012 Erick Traplin



Looking Ahead

I'm fairly sure I saw a sign that said the Firefighter Open House for the Strausburg/Ottawa St. area is June 10th

June 10th Kitchener Turns 100
Join the Kick Off event from Noon-5pm http://kitchener100.ca/events/1331

June 13th
Seniors’ Day At the Waterloo Region Museum (DOON)
Take a Grandparent out to the Museum!

9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. FREE Admission for Seniors!

June 16th
BBQ at the Kitchener Market
10:30am-1:30pm http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/events.aspx?cid=70223

Music For The Missing
Free event, please bring a food bank donation
10am-10pm at Kitchener City Hall Courtyard http://www.music4themissing.ca/

June 23 & 24
KW Multicultural Festival http://www.kwmc.on.ca/html/festival.html

Summer Camps

STIR IT UP - JUNIOR CHEF CAMP

Dates: Tuesday, July 31 to Friday, Aug. 3, 2012
Classtime: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Cost: $300 per child
Includes: Includes cooking apron, recipes, water bottle, lunch and snacks daily.
Register: call 519-741-2297 or online course code 123181.
Kids from eight to 10 years of age can take over the Marketplace at the Kitchener Market for an interactive cooking camp! Stir it Up will be taught by Stephanie Clairmont, a Registered Dietitian and Nutrition Coach.
Before and after class supervision available. The classes are hands-on, so participants should expect to roll up their sleeves and get messy. Families are encouraged to register early, as spaces are expected to fill up quickly

STIR IT UP - SENIOR CHEF CAMP
Dates: Tuesday, Aug 7 to Friday, Aug. 10, 2012
Classtime: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Cost: $300 per child
Includes: Includes cooking apron, recipes, water bottle, lunch and snacks daily.
Register: call 519-741-2297 or online course code 123181.
Kids from 11 to 13 years of age can take over the Marketplace at the Kitchener Market for an interactive cooking camp!
Before and after class supervision available. The classes are hands-on, so participants should expect to roll up their sleeves and get messy. Families are encouraged to register early, as spaces are expected to fill up quickly

#PrayForLydia Kitchener Market Hockeyfest Contest and more Things To Do in Kitchener Waterloo

#PrayForLydia

As many of you know I often talk about what a wonderful gem Herrles Market is in our community. When young Lydia Herrle was involved in the Erb Rd accident last week and rushed to Sick Kids hospital, a community came together to support the Herrle Family.
For updates from the family you can follow their twitter feed https://twitter.com/#!/herrlesmarket
I've also set up a page with updates on facebook https://www.facebook.com/events/297535526999626.  For those not fully aware of why there are Lime Green Ribbons all over Waterloo Region, I've posted a lot of info here http://1gooddeed.tumblr.com/post/23383903670/prayforlydia-we-hope-you-will-continue-to-keep
Please continue to keep Lydia Herrle in your thoughts and prayers.

Disney Pixar's Brave

We still want you to SMILE lots this week, so I thought many of you might enjoy this little "giggle" from Walt Disney Pictures Canada

Brantford Hockeyfest

We're running a contest to giveaway tickets to see Marianas Trench & Down With Webster in Brantford on June 3rd.  Entry info is here http://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.ca/2012/05/marianas-trench-down-with-webster-ill.html

BLAST TIME

There are 4 different events for this year's Tri-Pride week.  Info can be found here http://tri-pride.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/triPrideFamily.png (family festival info is listed in the Sunday section below)

Thursday, May 24, 2012

Fun Fair
Games, duck pond, raffles, balloon animals, 1 to 3 p.m., proceeds to National Service Dogs, 519-571-7575, Mill Courtland Community Centre, Stirling and Mill, Kitchener


Kinsman Carnival is happening in Cambridge right now (Thursday - Sunday) at Riverside Park. Admission is free, and ride tickets can be purchased there. There are games run by the midway, but also a number of good games for kids run by the Kinsmen themselves helping them to raise money.

Friday May 25
Cruzin' On the Public Square

Start Date: Friday, May 25, 2012
End Date: Friday, May 25, 2012
Time: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Description:
Come out and enjoy the first annual Cruzin' on the Public Square. Many classic cars and vendors will be showcased, and enjoy the music of the Rock n' Roll band, Another Blind Date! All FREE to attend!
If you would like to have your classic car in the show please arrive at the parking lot on the corner of Caroline and Alexandra Ave. between 5:00-6:30 pm. All cars and trucks pre 1985 are welcome!

Friday, May 25, 2012

Location: Lions Hall
40 South Street, West
Elmira
Summary: Children's entertainment from 5pm to 8pm along with a BBQ dinners from 7pm to 8pm. 8pm-10pm there will be a 19 plus dance. Half of the proceeds from this event will go to the Braid family in Elmira for Kandis. the other half of the proceeds will be gong to the London Health Science Centre! Come out for a great time, great prizes, food and music! Tickets: $10 adults, $5 children and $25 for a family. The cost includes the BBQ dinner.
Phone number: 519-669-2666


New Hamburg Mennonite Relief Sale

Friday, May 25 – Saturday, May 26, 2012
Location: New Hamburg Fairgrounds
251 Jacob Street
New Hamburg, ON
Summary: Friday from 5:30pm to 9:30pm and Saturday 7am to 4pm.
Phone number: 519-745-8458
Website: http://www.nhmrs.com/

Saturday May 26th
Free CANNING event at the Kitchener Market this Saturday morning.  Space is limited so call Michele at 519-741-2297 to register

Suddaby's Everything for a Buck Sale!

Clothing, books, kids stuff, Hotdogs and drinks.
Sat May 26th 8-11am
Suddaby P.S.
171 Frederick St Kitchener
Returns For Leukemia Bottle Drive

Saturday, May 26 – Sunday, May 27, 2012
Location: The Beer Stores across Ontario
Summary: Do you need some volunteer hours or just want to make a difference? Check out our website to volunteer or to donate or contact you local Beer Store for more information.
Phone number: 519-451-3699
Website: http://www.bottledrive.ca/

 Elora Lions Spring Fireworks Display

Saturday, May 26, 2012
7pm
Location: Grand River Raceway
Country Road 21
Elora, ON
Summary: Gates open at 7pm, show at dark! Local live entertainment for young children will be available. Admission is a minimum donation of $2 per person with proceeds of this year's event going to Habitat for Humanity.
Phone number: 519-843-5528
Website: http://www.eloralions.org/

Sunday May 27
Event: Henry Sturm Neighbourhood Festival

Start Date: May 27, 2012 1:00 PM
End Date: May 27, 2012 5:00 PM
Category: Free Community Events
Details: Neighbourhood festival with live bands, an artisan bazaar, information booths, a snack stand and more.
Contact Name: Anna Maste
Event Address: Iron Horse Trail, Southeast of Victoria and West Ave
Event Phone: 519-880-8591
Event Email: anna@egate.net

Family Pride Fun Day

 Sunday, May 27, 2012
Description:
Join us with the kids for an afternoon of fun! Hosted at Waterloo Park at the East Gazebo on Sunday May 27th from 12pm to 4pm, this is a great opportunity for rainbow and ally families to have fun together in a great day full of jam-packed activities!
Build your network of rainbow families by joining us and to meet new people! We have lots of great things planned for kids including a rainbow scavenger hunt, fun games, storytelling, Community Art Project, toddler play area, and free cupcakes! Bring your lunch and join us!

Monday May 28, 2012
The event will be at Westheights Public School on Monday May 28 at 7 pm. Tickets are free and can be picked up at DriftwoodPark schol or Westheights and I believe at the Forest Heights community centre as well.

The topic of Dr Karyn’s talk will be on Empathy and Gratitude.

Tuesday May 29
Rogers Daytime's 15th Anniversary Celebration at the Kitchener Market
11am-1pm
Get there early because the first 200 people get FREE CUPCAKES!
Special KID ZONE area at the event w/ KPL Storytime, Music w/Brian and more

Upcoming

The 140 Characters Conference EARLY BIRD tickets are still for sale, so you'll want to grab them before the price increases! http://140confont2012-efbevent.eventbrite.com/

Phew there is so much STUFF TO DO this week!  Let us know what fun events you plan to attend!

Keep Smiling!
Lisa









 

MARIANAS TRENCH DOWN WITH WEBSTER ILLSCARLET Brantford Hockeyfest Contest

Those2Girls Meet Marianas Trench

You may remember this video from a couple of summers ago.


Basically we stalked Marianas Trench at the first Brantford Hockeyfest to get a T-shirt signed by Marianas Trench band members and as you can see from the video it was a success!  To see all the fun we had that day you can see our pics from the first annual Brantford Hockeyfest

Ready To Win?

This year we have even BIGGER NEWS!!!! 
We're Brantford Hockeyfest Ticket Ambassadors.  From Monday May 21, 2012 to Friday May 25, 2012 we will be giving away Tickets to Brantford Hockeyfest JUNE 3, 2012

The lineup that day includes

•  MARIANAS TRENCH
• DOWN WITH WEBSTER
• ILL SCARLET

on the main stage along with several other acts and a second stage with more bands you will enjoy!

How To Win

We'll be giving away pair of GENERAL ADMISSION tickets each day of the contest on Twitter as well as a pair of VIP area tickets here on this blog on Friday  May 25/12

** Note ** Tickets are ONLY for admission to the concert.  You must provide your own transportation, food/drink etc.  For more on what you can bring with you to Hockeyfest please read the Hockeyfest Info Page

To enter the daily draw make sure you are following @those2girls and @branthockeyfest  then tweet

I want @those2girls 2 send me 2 @branthockeyfest 2 see @mtrench #hockeyfest

Make sure to enter the draw for the pair of VIP area as well.  Just leave a comment on this blog of an event you found out about because of Stuff To Do With Your Kids In Kitchener Waterloo along with your email in the comment so we can contact you.

To learn more about the event keep up with our Hockeyfest Updates on Facebook

Who knows you might end up in an awkward pic with a band member too!

Victoria Day, May Long Weekend, Fireworks, International Museum Day

BIG NEWS to add to our line up of local blogs/fan pages/group pages/social networking profiles we now have our own website
http://those2girls.ca/

Today
 Tuesday May 15 2012
We're hosting our LIKE LADDER for Pinterest Pages.  Info is can be found here
https://www.facebook.com/#!/groups/147157275400945

Thursday May 17 2012
91.5 The Beat is part of Corus Feeds Kids Day
http://www.corusent.com/home/Corporate/CorporateSocialResponsibility/CorusFeedsKids/tabid/2564/Default.aspx

Law Enforcement Torch Run
http://www.wrps.on.ca/event/law-enforcement-torch-run-25th-anniversary


Friday May 18 2012 is International Museum Day
We have lots of Museums in KW, but they all seem to be charging full price and nothing out of the ordinary planned that I can see (family wise)
If you know of something happening at a local museum Please Add It To The Comments

KW Kennel Club Show (all weekend)
http://www.kwkennelclub.ca/show_trials.htm & http://goo.gl/9gWmE have info, but I don't know if there is a cost to attend as a spectator

Saturday May 19 2012
Cineplex Family Favourites. Watch a family favourite film each week for only $2.50. A portion of proceeds go towards supporting Starlight Children's Foundation.  This week Jonah : A Veggie Tales movie is playing. A listing of all the Family Favorites can be found here http://www.cineplex.com/Events/FamilyFavourites/Home.aspx

Kids in Kilts Craft

Saturday, May 19, 2012
1 – 4pm
Location: McDougall Cottage
89 Grand Avenue, South
Summary: Kids in Kilts make "Stained Glass" windows to catch the spring sunshine. Free kids 3+. Phone number: 519-624-8250

Sunday May 20 2012
Play with Clay $8 per person http://waterloo.ca/DesktopDefault.aspx?tabid=40&CalendarPage=1&Mid=504&ItemID=3087

*FIREWORKS* night at Mohawk Raceway http://www.woodbineentertainment.com/Mohawk/DiningandGroups/Pages/Fireworks%20Night.aspx


Victoria Day Monday May 21 2012


New Dundee events (Yes they will have* Fireworks * this year)
7:00am - Enjoy a hearty Firefighter breakfast and the community wide garage sales
10:00am - Come to the community park and shop and browse the arts and crafts displays
See antique cars
Savour a delicious BBQ lunch
Bid on the silent auction
12:00pm - Watch the Victoria day parade wind through the community streets to the park
Dusk - Entertainment and \*FIREWORKS* at the Doug Fisher Ball Park ( Community Center)

Also the town of Conestogo usually has *FIREWORKS* on Victoria Day



Fun Stuff - Daily Draws just one click & great gift cards to be won each day
http://www.todaysdraw.com/?invite=25937

140confONT events  http://140confontario.eventbrite.com/
Time to get your Early Bird Tickets for the #140confONT 2012

Our Pals Taylor Jones & Matt Scobel have joined forces to sell the DEAR PHOTOGRAPH book at CARBON COMPUTING (corner of King and Victoria St in Kitchener).  From what I hear it's the best PRICE & PLACE in KW to grab the local author's book  (there may even be a chance to get your copy signed)! http://dearphotograph.com/ & https://twitter.com/carbonationkw
Happy Victoria Day
Keep Smiling!
Lisa

Mother's Day, Stratford Meetup, Waterloo Skatepark, Police Station Open House and other Things To Do in Kitchener Waterloo area

Tonight (Friday)

Get a sitter & join us for the #140confONT tweetup at Stratford Festival tonight at 6:30pm http://stratfest-eorg.eventbrite.com/ Also on that site you can buy tickets to tonight's showing of 42nd Street for $20 (yes I said $20 for a Stratford show- BETTER BE QUICK)


Saturday May12th

Mother's day tea 5 dollars for moms, kids under 2 free.. tea, cupcakes, crafts, flowers, make up and more at the Kitchener Market starting at 10am http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/

Moms and Grandmas ride the Waterloo Central Railway for free May 12th http://waterloocentralrailway.com/the-day-before-mothers-day-moms-ride-free

Police Station Open House at Waterloo Regional Police Headquarters
Free to attend w/Food Bank donations 10am-3pm
http://www.wrps.on.ca/event/police-week-open-house-headquarters

Waterloo Skatepark Grand Opening

WHERE · Father David Bauer Drive, in Waterloo Park, across from Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex
WHEN · Saturday, May 12, 2012
TIME · 12pm - 4pm
Waterloo Skatepark Grand Opening – May 12, 12-4pm
-skateboarding competitions
-watch and meet Canadian pro team, Red Star
- live DJ
-tons of giveaways by major brands
-Vans is providing a fundraising BBQ with all proceeds going to ROOF
Everyone welcome

I also heard on 91.5 The Beat that there will be a RECYCLE YOUR ELECTRONICS event at the TD Canada Trust on Ira Needles

Sunday May 13th

Mother's Day

The Waterloo Concert Band proudly presents A Mother's Day Concert Sunday May 13th at 2 pm Knox Presbyterian Church 50 Erb St West Admission is by voluntary donation to the band. Tax receipts available for donations over $25 There will be door prize draws for the mothers in attendance http://www.waterlooband.com/

Discount admission to African Lion Safari w/coupon http://www.lionsafari.com/promotions/p69

If you know of more events please add them to the comments!
Keep Smiling!
Lisa

Star Wars Day, Free Comic Book Day and other Family Activities

Two of my Favorite Days are happening BACK TO BACK this year!
Star Wars Day ( May the Fourth Be With You) & Free Comic Book Day!

Friday May 4th

is Star Wars Day & if you are wondering the back story you can find it here http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Star_Wars_Day
If you're looking for stuff to post on that day I've created quite a collection here http://pinterest.com/those2girls/star-wars/

May 4th is also Cinco de Mayo & there is a celebration at Kitchener City Hall from 11:30am-1:30pm http://www.kitchener.ca/en/newslist/index.aspx?newsId=PlUsW56KjbbYk5xpHDpgSVjgweQuAleQuAl

Saturday May 5th

 Cinco de Mayo celebration heads up to the Kitchener Market
Kitchener Market will have Latin cultural activities for the whole family, including a mariachi band and cultural crafts by Crystal and Liam of Trash Theatre. There will also be cooking classes for children and adults, featuring Mexican menu items. Live entertainment starts at 10 a.m.

Also on Saturday http://www.polishday.ca/
Doors open at noon on Saturday, May 5 at the Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex, and festivities continue until 8:00 pm. Entry to the event is $4This festival celebrates the Polish culture and contributions to the community, while giving the local Polish-Canadians an opportunity to thank Waterloo Region — for the first time a portion of the proceeds will be supporting the Grand River Hospital Paediatric Unit.

Mannheim Penny Carnival

Saturday, May 5, 2012
9am – 12pm
Location: Mannheim Mennonite Church
Mannheim, ON
Summary: Fun for all children! Proceeds to go to MCC-Penny Power. 'Change for Change'.
http://www.mannheimmennonite.ca/


& did I mention it's FREE COMIC BOOK DAY!!! All the area book stores will have special edition FREE COMIC DAY COMICS to hand out.  They are always fantastic titles with something for everyone!
http://www.freecomicbookday.com/
Comic Book Stores in KW are

J&J Superstore

230 Weber St. N.
Waterloo, 519-725-0443

Lookin For Heroes
93 Ontario St. S. Kitchener 519-570-0873

Carry On Comics
32 King St N Waterloo 516-886-4267

I know in the past some book stores have participated in this as well.  If you know somewhere that is taking part in FREE COMIC BOOK DAY, please add it to the comments!

Sunday May 6th

Gluten Free Shopping Day

Sunday, May 6, 2012
11am – 4pm
Location: Bingemans Conference Centre
425 Bingemans Centre Drive
Kitchener, 
Summary: 20+ vendors and information booths. Vendor samples and shopping day discounts. Free to CCA members, non-members $5 or donation to the Food Bank.


Stuff for the Adults!
Happening Friday, Saturday & Sunday http://grandelicious.ca/ remember this is a 19+ event

#140confONT events MORE EVENT LISTINGS!!! http://140confontario.eventbrite.com/

Meetups are FREE to attend & EARLY BIRD tickets are now available for the CONFERENCE happening in KW Sept 27! Don't miss out on the discount!

Keep Smiling!
Lisa