Sunday, May 26, 2013

PA DAY Father's Day June Events And Activities In Kitchener Waterloo - Stuff To Do With Your Kids In KW

Happenings In Kitchener Waterloo


Here are some great events happening in June

Kinsmen Carnival May 30-June 2 at Riverside Park Cambridge
Free admission. Discounted ride tickets can be purchased from Giant Tiger in Preston until May 30th
Info and activity times listed here http://prestonkinclubs.org/preston-kinsmen-carnival/

Get on the KIDS BOWL FREE list at Dickson Bowl Cambridge
http://pinterest.com/pin/43699058856859401/

May 31
PA Day Events
Looking for ideas while the kids are off school?

10:30am THEMUSEUM (Downtown Kitchener)
Meet Captain Patrick "Flocho" Pollen, a Canadian Forces fighter pilot who is this year’s pilot of the CF-18 Demonstration Team!
http://www.themuseum.ca/events/canadian-forces-pilot-captain-pollen-cf-18-demonstration-team

Friday, May 31, 2013 | 1 – 4pm
Location: McDougall Cottage
89 Grand Ave S
Cambridge, On
Summary:Invite yer favourite adult, share an afternoon of fun, free, interactive day-away-from-school activites at the Cottage. Drop in anytime between 1 & 4pm.
Phone number:519-624-8250

PA Day Drop In
Crafts & stories – don’t miss out on the fun! Ages 5 12. FREE
Fri. May 31, 2:30 4 pm, Grand River Stanley Park Library, 175 Indian Rd, Kitchener


June 1st
KPL Kids’ Club
Come one, come all – for stories & crafts at the Kitchener Market. FREE
Saturdays from 9:00 am – 11:00 am, Kitchener Market, 300 King St E

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


Come see the Kitchener Rangers Street Team at DQ Laurelwood
Saturday June 1st at 1:30PM. There will be face painters and music as well. Raising funds for Cancer Relay for Life.

Creative Writing Club
Bring a pencil, a notebook and your imagination! Grades 3 – 6.
Register online at kpl.org one week before the program.
Sat. June 1 at 2:30 pm, Country Hills Library, 1500 Block Line Rd, Kitchener

Life With Baby Mummytime Cafe
When
01 Jun 2013
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The Spinal Garage – Kitchener
Register here http://goo.gl/Sc7y5

Tri Pride Festival
The tri-Pride Live Music Festival is celebrating ONE HEART ONE COMMUNITY on Saturday June 1st from 12pm-8pm with three great live stages at the Kitchener Civic Square & King Street in Kitchener!
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT KING STREET STAGE PRESENTED BY PAUL CURZON
Enjoy the day with our biggest live entertainment stage ever on King Street in front of Kitchener City Hall.
 
TD KIDZ ZONE PRESENTED BY TD CANADA TRUST
Kids play all day for free! The TD Kidz Zone will also be housed at the Clock Tower at Victoria Park. A volunteer-supervised “kids-only” activity centre with plenty of fun things to do for the tots! Featuring Tumble Bus!
 
Home Education Resource Emporium
offering resources from a variety of vendors plus activities for kids to learn, enjoy and become involved in.
Schwaben Club (1668 King St. E, Kitchener, ON)
Saturday June 1st 9:30-4:30
free admission but collecting kids books for Books With No Bounds charity that we have attending.
Tumblebus is providing fitness and fun from 9:30-10:30 at $2 per child.
Vendors include: books, educational toys, puppets, felt boards, organization products, teachers, musicians, authors and more!
 
Cambridge Arts Festival June 1 from 2pm-10pm
Cambridge City Hall (50 Dickson)
www.cambridgeartsfestival.com
 
Cambridge Riverfest June 1
www.cambridgeriverfest.com (click on "Entertainment" link for schedule of events)

 
Stanley Park Park Community Centre
Is your Father the coolest of all Dads?? If you so, you are invited to create the Best Father’s Day Gift ever!! You can choose from a few of our craft ideas or totally create your own from our list of special materials.
Ages 4—8
Saturday June 1, 2013
10:00—11:00am
Please register in advance http://www.spcakitchener.ca/
Cost $5.00 / Child

Saturday, June 1, 2013 | 10am – 4pm
Location: Various locations throughout Stratford
Summary:In celebration of a century of railway and park heritage, we invite you to visit 12 sites depicting Stratford's heritage. Starting at the Queen of the Square, Stratford's City Hall, to view heritage photos, enjoy railway heritage talks and pick up information about all the sites open today including private homes, historic churches, the railway station and the Perth County Court House for some of the finest examples of terra cotta in Canada.
Phone number:519-271-5140
Website:www.visitstratford.ca

Bingemans Waterpark Opens
http://www.bingemans.com/bigsplash/events.php
 
Lions Lagoon Waterloo Park is now FREE
 

Splash Pads Open May 20 - September 23

Parents are reminded that splash pads are unsupervised facilities and that
supervision is important to keep children safe.
June 1st and 2nd
Waterloo Air Show
ticket prices vary http://www.waterlooairshow.com/faq/ticket-prices

Springtime in Paris Ontario Events
Lions Park Paris Festival listings http://www.springtimeinparis.ca/events.html

June 2
Dumfries Kitefest June 2  from  Noon-3pm
entrance is off of Dunbar near Hespeler rd. (Cambridge)
www.windclimbers.ca (link to event is on the left of their page)

Community Appreciation Day @ Homer Watson Gallery
Sunday, June 2, 2013 | 1:00-4:00PM | Admission: FREE
http://www.homerwatson.on.ca/community-appreciation-day/

Kitchener Art Gallery
Family Sundays
Start Date: Sunday, June 2, 2013
End Date: Sunday, June 2, 2013
Contact: Visitor Services @ 519-579-5860
Email: mail@kwag.on.ca
Website: www.kwag.ca
Description: Drop in 1-4 PM

All ages welcome. Activities designed for ages 4-12+ adult companion.

Spend an afternoon with friends and family. Enjoy the exhibitions, make one-of-a-kind artwork, take part in drama workshops and games, and listen to stores read by KPL staff.

*Suggested donation of $5 per child.
June 3
Classic Car Mondays @ Highland and Westmount Shopping Centre
https://www.facebook.com/ClassicCarMondays

June 4

Erick Traplin @ Kids Hop Kitchener Market 11am -Noon


Bedtime Tales
Wear your pajamas to this storytime! All Ages. FREE
Tues. June 4 at 6:30 pm, Country Hills Library, 1500 Block Line Rd, Kitchener
Hoop the Loop Back to Search Results

Details

Start Date:
Tuesday, June 04, 2013 7:00 PM
End Date:
Tuesday, June 04, 2013 8:00 PM
 
Title:
Hoop the Loop
Category:
Community Events
Address:
 Waterloo Public Square 75 King St. S.
Contact:
Leslie Hepditch
Phone:
519-886-1177 ext: 271
Email:
Website:
Details:
Join in the benefits of hooping every Tuesday for the months of June, July and August. Laugh, play, and get a work out with your hoop. We will also have hoops and an instructor on site to teach you all the tricks!

June 5
Meadowlane Public School Fun Fair
Wednesday Jun 5 2013, 5:30-8:30pm
Location:Parking lot/ gym/ school property
Address:236 Forestwood Drive

June 7

Family Storytime & Craft Bring your own snack. Register online one week before the program. FREE
Fri. June 7, 10:00 – 11:30 am, Country Hills Library, 1500 Block Line Rd, Kitchener

June 8
Let’s show some love  appreciation to our dads. Fun for the whole family!
Register online at kpl.org one week before the program. FREE
Sat. June 8 at 10:30 am, Grand River Stanley Park Library, 175 Indian Rd, Kitchener   

June 8
Saturday, June 8, 2013 | 2 – 4pm
Location: 621 King St W
Summary:OPP - Roll over Vehicle
Waterloo Regional Police - Ride and Collision Centre
Kitchener Fire Department - Fire Safety and Prevention
St John Ambulance - Child Care Seat Safety
Med Star - Defibrillator Demo
Ratz-Bechtel funeral Home - Colouring area

Robin In The Hood June 8th 2013
Festival Day -Elmira
10:00am to 5:00pm

Festival Day Admission
$5.00 per Person
$15.00 per Family (Parents & Children, 5 people or less)
http://www.robininthehood.com/



Start Date:
Saturday, June 08, 2013 9:00 AM
End Date:
Saturday, June 08, 2013 12:00 PM
 
Title:
Community Planting at Eastbridge Pond
Category:
City Events
Address:
Eastbridge Pond south of Eastbridge Blvd between Acadia Crt and Cabot Tral
Contact:
City of Waterloo
Phone:
519-747-8643
Email:
Website:
Details:
The Laurel Creek Citizens Working Group is hosting a Community Planting event on Saturday, June 8 around Eastbridge Pond. Drop in between 9 a.m. - noon and help plant 200 native shrubs and 100 wildflowers around the shoreline. Vegetation on the banks helps to improve water quality and provides habitat for wildlife!

The city provides hand tools, gloves and refreshments. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy, closed-toe footwear. A parent or guardian must supervise their child under the age of 18.

June 8 and 9
KW Greekfest
http://kwgreekfest.com/


June 9
Donkey Day 2013 - 20th Annual Celebration!
Our ever-popular fund raising event is an afternoon in the country for animal lovers of all ages.
Sunday June 9, 2013, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Admission: Adults $10, Children $5 (3-18)
http://thedonkeysanctuary.ca/visit-us/donkey-day-2013

Sunday, June 9, 2013

10:00am until 3:00pm
Country Paws Boarding - 1829 Hopewell Creek Road, Breslau, ON
https://www.facebook.com/events/143984889113788/

June 11
Kids Hop Kitchener Market 11am -Noon http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Kids_Hop.asp

June 14
Mayor's Celebration Of The Arts - Cambridge
4:30pm-11:30pm
Cambridge City Hall http://www.cambridge.ca/mayor_city_council/mayors_celebration_of_the_arts






Saturday, June 15th, 2013
Saturday, June 15, 2013 | 10am – 2pm
Location: Sobeys
235 Ira Needles Blvd.
Kitchener, ON
Summary:Come join us in the parking lot for games, prizes, bouncy castle, face painting, The Maple Lodge Truck will be doing a BBQ! Entrance is a food bank donation! Come show your support and have fun!
Phone number:519-743-9491
 
 
St. Agatha Strawberryfest
10am -11pm
Strawberry Festival Info
http://www.stagathastrawberryfest.com/

Multicultural Family Day
12 noon- 6pm
John M Harper Library & Stork Family YMCA
500 Fischer Hallman Road North, Waterloo

Kitchener Market Father's Day BBQ -details to come
 
Let’s show some love & appreciation to our dads. Fun for the whole family!
Register online at kpl.org one week before the program. FREE
Sat. June 15 at 10:30 am, Country Hills Library, 1500 Block Line Rd, Kitchener 

Waterloo Service Centre Open House
10am-3pm
Free Event

June 15
Free Bike Safety Day & Stanley Park Community Centre
10am-12:30pm
Bike Safety Course (Ages 14 & Under) all participants will be entered into a free draw for prizes and a new bike, Bike Inspections by Brauns, entertainment by Erick Traplin, face painting, jump castle, mini golf, hot dogs, popcorn and candy floss (rain or shine, helmets mandatory). http://www.spcakitchener.ca/Spring2013.pdf
 
Albert McCornick Arena Family Fun Day
11am-2pm
Join us for a day of crafts, games, and fun! Tickets are $5/child, Adults are free. Come around to the Library Entrance of The Albert McCormick Community Centre, we're in the community room, and outside. http://www.waterloo.ca/en/Calendar/Details.aspx?Id=a4c60d6f-948a-49eb-8365-25bf0039e1a6&PID=Events
 
Summer Picnic
June 15th, 2013​ (rain date June 22nd)
Blue Beech Connector, at Laurel Creek, in between the
Abraham Erb Public School and the SJAM fields.
11:00 am - 4:00PM


Sunday June 16th
Happy Father's Day

Open Streets Uptown Waterloo

June 18
Kids Hop Kitchener Market 11am -Noon http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Kids_Hop.asp


June 22
Breakfast on the Farm, hosted by Heritage Hill Farms of New Dundee, ON for breakfast, entertainment, and education in support of Ontario's food and farming industry. Breakfast will be served from 9:00 a.m. to 12 noon with tours wrapping up by 1:00 p.m.
 
Mother-Daughter Book Club
New members welcome! FREE
Sat. June 22 at 11:00 am, Grand River Stanley Park Library, 175 Indian Rd, Kitchener
To register, contact Christy at 519-743-0271 ext. 277 or christy.giesler@kpl.org
 
Lattitudes Storytelling Festival
Victoria Park
 
June 25
Kids Hop Kitchener Market 11am -Noon http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Kids_Hop.asp

June 27
TD Summer Reading Club
GO try new things! GO make new friends! GO to the library! www.tdsummerreadingclub.ca
Registration begins Thursday, June 27 at all KPL locations. FREE

 
LOOKING AHEAD
 
Kitchener Market Kids Cooking Camp
 
 
July 1st Canada Day Celebrations
 
Also

Canada Day @ Waterloo Region Museum (DOON)9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. FREE Admission!

Waterloo Region Museum is throwing a party to celebrate Canada Day and everyone is invited! Admission is FREE to the museum and Doon Heritage Village for this fun family event including musical entertainment, fun games like croquet and horseshoes. Guests bring your own picnic lunch or purchase a tasty BBQ lunch.

License Free Fishing on selected dates in July http://pinterest.com/pin/43699058857208044/

Take A Kid To The Course - Free Golfing http://pinterest.com/pin/43699058857290905/
 
 
 
 




 

Friday, May 24, 2013

Family Fun In Kitchener Waterloo Lots Of Stuff To Do With Your Kids In KW

A BIG THANK-YOU

First off we want to say a BIG THANK-YOU to everyone involved with our Food Revolution event.  We appreciated all who participated!  Look for post over the weekend recapping the event.

BLAST TIME

May 24
Friday, May 24 | 5pm – Saturday, May 25, 2013 | 3pm
Location: New Hamburg Fairgrounds
251 Jacob St
New Hamburg, Ontario
Summary:The Relief sale begins Friday at 5:30 pm with a BBQ supper and quilt preview. At 7 pm there is a silent auction and a furniture auction featuring handcrafted furniture mady by Mennonites. Canada's largest charity quilt auction is Saturday at 8:30 am. Nearly 200 quilts will be auctioned. Scrumptious food, quilts, outdoor equipment, furniture, flowers, plants and much more are available for sale. Proceeds support the initiatives of Mennonite Central Committee world-wide.
Phone number:519-573-1717
Website:www.nhmrs.com

May 24
Join the City of Waterloo for the second annual Cruzin' on the Square. It is coming up on May 24 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. in the Waterloo Public Square.
This event will feature classic and specialty cars, vendors, activities and live entertainment by Another Blind Date.
http://www.waterloo.ca/en/gettingactive/CruzinontheSquare.asp
May 25

Re/Max Solid Gold's 3rd Annual "Yard Sale For The Cure"!
Come on out to our 3rd annual Yard Sale for the Cure in support of the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation!
 8am - 2pm on Saturday May 25, 2013 right here at 180 Weber Street South in Waterloo for:
* Great Sale Items!
* Live Entertainment All Day
* Awesome Raffle Prizes To Be Won
* BBQ
* Face Painting For The Kids!
* A Great Time For A Great Cause!
 All proceeds go to support the CBCF in their fight to cure breast cancer!

https://www.facebook.com/#!/events/521231084594234/


Mother-Daughter Book Club
For girls in Grades 4 6 & their moms. New members welcome! FREE
Contact Christy at 519-743-0271 ext. 277 or christy.giesler@kpl.org Sat. May 25 at 11 am, Grand River Stanley Park Library, 175 Indian Rd, Kitchener



Saturday, May 25 – Sunday, May 26, 2013
Location: Woolwich Memorial Centre
24 Snyder Avenue, South
Elmira, ON
Summary:Meet representatives from the pet industry showing their products and/or services.
Phone number:519-500-3594
Website:www.woofwichpetshow.ca
Family Art Saturdays (Free)

Details

Start Date:
Saturday, May 25, 2013 1:00 PM
End Date:
Saturday, May 25, 2013 4:00 PM
Title:
Family Art Saturdays (Free)
Category:
Arts, Culture, Film and Music
Address:
101 Queen Street North
Contact:
Kitchener - Waterloo Art Gallery
Phone:
519-579-5860
Email:
Website:
Details:
Sat, May 25 | 1 – 4 pm
Join the Waterloo Public Library and the Gallery at the McCormick Branch Library located at the McCormick Community Centre, 500 Parkside Drive, Waterloo, for family art-making and stories. May 25th, make an animal come to life using just pencil and paper, and explore the art of paper folding to create a beautiful origami bird. Contemporary Art 101 (Free)


Saturday, May 25, 2013 | 7 – 9pm
Location: Grand River Raceway Elora
Summary:The Elora Lions are holding their Spring Fireworks Fundraiser at the Grand River Raceway on County Road 21 in Elora. 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 community and Lions projects. Gates open at 7pm. Fireworks being after sunset.
Phone number:519-240-0065
Website:www.eloralions.org
May 26
BIKEFEST at Kitchener City Hall
11am-4pm
 
May 28
Kids Hop @ Kitchener Market
11am-Noon
Kingdom Animalia Music
 
May 31
PA Day Drop In
Crafts & stories – don’t miss out on the fun! Ages 5 12. FREE
Fri. May 31, 2:30 4 pm, Grand River Stanley Park Library, 175 Indian Rd, Kitchener 
 
 
We have a lot of events posted to our group page as well from our AWESOME members! Take a look    https://www.facebook.com/groups/2369595749/
Looking Ahead
June 1st
Tri Pride Festival
The tri-Pride Live Music Festival is celebrating ONE HEART ONE COMMUNITY on Saturday June 1st from 12pm-8pm with three great live stages at the Kitchener Civic Square & King Street in Kitchener!
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT KING STREET STAGE PRESENTED BY PAUL CURZON
Enjoy the day with our biggest live entertainment stage ever on King Street in front of Kitchener City Hall.
TD KIDZ ZONE PRESENTED BY TD CANADA TRUST
Kids play all day for free! The TD Kidz Zone will also be housed at the Clock Tower at Victoria Park. A volunteer-supervised “kids-only” activity centre with plenty of fun things to do for the tots! Featuring Tumble Bus!
 
Home Education Resource Emporium
offering resources from a variety of vendors plus activities for kids to learn, enjoy and become involved in.
Schwaben Club (1668 King St. E, Kitchener, ON)
Saturday June 1st 9:30-4:30
free admission but collecting kids books for Books With No Bounds charity that we have attending.
Tumblebus is providing fitness and fun from 9:30-10:30 at $2 per child.
Vendors include: books, educational toys, puppets, felt boards, organization products, teachers, musicians, authors and more!
June 1st and 2nd
Waterloo Air Show



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Ongoing Events

Kids’ Hop @ Kitchener Market

Bring your little ones to the Kitchener Market every Tuesday from 11a.m.-noon for a fabulous, fun-filled morning! Be prepared for a high-energy, hopping good time at these FREE weekly children’s events as our performers entertain your tots!
Afterwards, stop by one of our international food court vendors for a healthy and kid-friendly lunch with plenty of options for adults too!
http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Kids_Hop.asp

KPL Kids Club
Free stories, crafts and fun (upper floor). All Ages. FREE
Saturdays from 9 11 am, Kitchener Market, 300 King St East, Kitchener
Homework Help for French Immersion
Grades 1 6. No need to register – drop in. FREE
Thursdays, 4:00 5:30 pm until May 16, Forest Heights Library, 251 Fischer-Hallman Rd, Kitchener

Comic Creators Exhibit at Waterloo Museum (Conestoga Mall)
http://www.waterloo.ca/en/government/currentexhibition.asp
running until May 31, 2013

YWCA Girls Programs (Cambridge but open to KW & area residents too)
Info for all programs can be found here http://www.ywcacambridge.ca/girlsprograms/index.html
The May events calendar can be found here
Subsidy and transportation are available upon request. All programs are FREE unless otherwise noted. YOU MUST PRE REGISTER. You can do so by calling 519-267-6444 or email
k.maclaggan@ywcacambridge.ca

What is Dance Dance Party Party?
It's simple: No Boys. No Booze. No Judgment. (Legwarmers Optional)
Dance Dance Party Party is a women-only freestyle dance session happening all over this great Earth. But what does that mean? Women from all ages dance to an eclectic mix of dance songs, and leave as friends, refreshed. It's like reliving that late-night dance party from a sleep-over party you had when you were 10. It also just so happens to be incredible exercise that you don't even realize you're doing.
Location: The Button Factory (25 Regina St. S, Waterloo)
When: The 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month, 6:00pm-7:00pm
Who: All folks who are female-identified. Children who want to participate and dance with us are also welcome.
How much: Bring $5 to contribute to the space rental. Children are free.
What to bring: Dancing shoes, comfy, cool clothes (you will break a sweat), a water bottle.
Contact: Email ddppkw@gmail.com to join our mailing list or like us on Facebook.
New NOT FOR PROFIT Life With Baby
Many free and low cost events for parents with babies

Monday, May 20, 2013

Fireworks In Kitchener Waterloo 2013

Where To Find Fireworks Displays Near Kitchener Waterloo Ontario


Looking for the best places to see *** FIREWORKS *** in the Kitchener Waterloo area?  Here's our list for the  holiday fireworks displays we know about this year! Scroll down to see all the fireworks dates this summer!
Please note: Some activities and events have admission costs, so please check the links provided for full information.

Fireworks Kitchener Waterloo


May 18 2013
Fireworks in the Town Of Conestogo
see @CWOptimists twitter feed for details


May 20 2013
Victoria Day In New Dundee
All Day events and fireworks
http://www.newdundee.ca/event/victoria-day-celebrations/

May 25 2013
Saturday, May 25, 2013 | 7 – 9pm
Location: Grand River Raceway Elora
Summary:The Elora Lions are holding their Spring Fireworks Fundraiser at the Grand River Raceway on County Road 21 in Elora. 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 community and Lions projects. Gates open at 7pm. Fireworks being after sunset.
Phone number:519-240-0065
Website:www.eloralions.org

June 22 2013
Westvale Fun Fair and Fireworks
http://www.westvale.org/index.php/events/31-2013-westvale-family-fun-fair-firework

Saturday June 30
Family Events & Fireworks
4pm-11pm
https://www.facebook.com/SchipplingRon#!/photo.php?fbid=504574172929913&set=a.308866162500716.78379.308849739169025&type=1&theater

Saturday June 30
Moose Winooskis Kitchener/Cambridge
FireFit Challenge
beginning at 10am
Then Saturday night there is an Outdoor Movie (Madagascar 3) with free popcorn, pop and hot dogs for the first 500 people.End the night with a spectacular Fireworks Show for Canada Day.
More info here
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Waterloo-Region-Firefit-Championships/343350052442909

July 1 2013
Canada Day Celebrations at University Of Waterloo
All day events and fireworks
http://uwaterloo.ca/canada-day/about-canada-day-celebrations

Monday, July 1CANADA DAY IN DOWNTOWN w DRAGONETTE!!
Performances all evening!!
Fireworks at 10 p.m.
Civic Square, City Hall Kitchener

Canada Day Celebrations in Cambridge
All day events and fireworks
http://www.cambridgecanadaday.ca/home.html

Canada Day Celebrations in Guelph
All day events and fireworks
http://www.canadadayinthepark.ca/

Canada Day In New Hamburg
Monday July 01, 2013 - 10:00 am
Scott Park - New Hamburg
All Day events & Fireworks
Event times are listed here http://www.newhamburgindependent.ca/whats-on/events/ just scroll down to July 1st


St Jacobs Sizzlefest w/ FIREWORKS
Saturday August 17, 2013
2 p.m. - dusk

Friends & neighbours mingle to celebrate summer in a small-town atmosphere. Activities include demos by fire dept, musical entertainment 2 - 8 p.m., classic cars, FIREWORKS! Free admission; donations to St. Jacobs Volunteer Fire Dept. Come early to shop, and enjoy a bite to eat.
http://www.stjacobs.com/events

Waterloo Buskers
August 24
10pm Uptown Waterloo Parkade
http://www.waterloo-buskers.com/schedule

If you know of any additional fireworks displays be sure to leave them in the comment section of this post.




Wednesday, May 8, 2013

Mothers Day, Victoria Day Long Weekend and Other Kitchener Waterloo Events In May

A Shout Out To All The Mothers!




May 9
Book of the Month Club for Teens
Read a new book each month and talk about it. Ages 12 – 18.
May’s book pick: Cinder by Marissa Meyer
Register online at kpl.org or with the host library. FREE
Thurs. May 9 at 4 pm, Kitchener Market, 300 King St. East, Kitchener

KW Braves Junior “A” Lacrosse Club vs Peterborough (HOME OPENER)

Details

Start Date:
Thursday, May 09, 2013 8:00 PM
End Date:
Thursday, May 09, 2013 10:00 PM
 
Title:
KW Braves Junior “A” Lacrosse Club vs Peterborough (HOME OPENER)
Category:
Special events
Address:
400 East Ave. Kitchener, ON
Contact:
KW Braves Junior “A” Lacrosse Club
Phone:
http://www.kwbraveslacrosse.com/
Details:
KW Braves home games are played in the Kinsmen Arena at The Aud.

Admission for Regular Season Games

$8.00 for adults
$5.00 for seniors and students
All minor lacrosse players are FREE

May 10

Family Storytime & Craft
Please bring a nut-free snack. Register online at kpl.org, 1 week before the program. FREE
Fri. May 10, 10 am, Country Hills Library, 1500 Block Line Rd, Kitchener
May 11
Hot Shots Street Hockey Tournament
http://www.facswaterloo.org/portal/
 

Mother's Day At Kitchener Market

Tea For Mom

May 11
9am to Noon

This year, let the Kitchener Market help you thank your mother for all she does with a relaxing tea party. The royal treatment for mom includes a cupcake from Delicately Yours and, of course, tea. Kids can show their appreciation for their moms by decorating clay pots while enjoying their own cookie and drink.

This event is free for the community to enjoy
 

Mother’s Day Tea

Bring your mom and join us for stories, crafts & a special treat.Register online at kpl.org, 1 week before the program. FREE
Sat. May 11 at 10:30 am, Forest Heights Library, 251 Fischer-Hallman Rd, Kitchener
Sat. May 11 at 10:30 am, Grand River Stanley Park Library, 175 Indian Rd, Kitchener

May 12
The Art Studio
Mother's Day Tea Party
Sunday, May 12, 2013
1:00-3:00  and 3:30-5:00
$20/adult, $15/child
Includes refreshments & studio time.Ceramics are priced individually. Reserve early do avoid disappointments.
Tea Party Menu
English Tea Pink Delicious Cupcakes Chocolate Dipped Strawberries Esta Chocolate Truffles
http://theartstudios.com/

Sunday, May 12, 2013 | 1 – 4pm
Location: Kitchener Waterloo Art Gallery
101 Queen Street, North
Kitchener, ON
Summary:All ages welcome. Actvities designed for ages 4-12 + adult companion. Spend an afternoon with friends and family. Enjoy the exhibitions, make one-of-a-kind artwork, take part in drama workshops and games, and listen to stories read by KPL staff. Suggested donation of $5 per child.
Phone number:519-579-5860
Website:www.kwag.ca

 
Sunday, May 12, 2013 | 1 – 5pm
Location: McDougall Cottage
89 Grand Ave S
Cambridge, On
Summary:Bring yer mother hiter fer a Tartan Tea on her special day. Vocalist/guitarist Geoff Lewis provides the musical mood. $12.50 per person. A posy her mum? Add $2. Seatings at 1 & 3pm but only fer those who've reserved.
Phone number:519-624-8250

Kitchener Panthers Baseball vs. Guelph (HOME OPENER)

Details

Start Date:
Sunday, May 12, 2013 2:00 PM
End Date:
Sunday, May 12, 2013 5:00 PM
 
Title:
Kitchener Panthers Baseball vs. Guelph (HOME OPENER)
Category:
Special events
Address:
400 East Ave. Kitchener, ON
Contact:
Kitchener Panthers
Phone:
http://www.kitchenerpanthers.com
Website:
Details:
The Kitchener Panthers are a community owned, volunteer run baseball team that was established in 1919 as a founding member of the Intercounty Baseball League.
Formerly known as the KW Dutchmen and the Kitchener Legionnaires, the club has won 10 league championships throughout its history.

The team plays out of Jack Couch Park at The Aud in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada.

Admissions
Adults - $8.00
Seniors & Students 13 & Under - $6.00
Season (21 Games) Tickets - $80.00

 
 
Thursday, May 16, 2013 | 6 – 9pm
Location: Homer Watson House & Gallery
1754 Old Mill Road
Kitchener, ON
Summary:This FREE annual event welcomes families and community members to experience a wide variety of fun art activities and a tasty BBQ. All you need to bring is your imagination! On this day only, receive up to 15% summer camp registrations and memberships are buy one get one free.
Phone number:519-748-4377 x241
Website:www.homerwatson.on.ca

May 18
Creative Writing Club
Bring a pencil, notebook and your imagination! Register online at kpl.org, 1 week before the program. FREE
Sat. May 18 at 2:30 pm, Country Hills Library, 1500 Block Line Rd, Kitchener

Bedtime Tales
Wear your pajamas to this storytime! All Ages. FREE
Tues. May 14 at 7:15 pm, Country Hills Library, 1500 Block Line Rd, Kitchener

Mark May 18th off on your calendar!!!! We're hosting another Family Friendly Event at the Kitchener Market!
Make sure to come to FOOD REVOLUTION DAY at Kitchener Market!!! You can find the details here http://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.ca/2013/03/food-revolution-day-at-kitchener-market.html

Helping citizens to make healthy food choices.

We have lots of fun activities happening throughout the day including:

• Foodlink’s Buy Local, Buy Fresh 2013 map kick-off
• 11:30 a.m. - Run For Life speaks on their upcoming family-friendly races
• 2 p.m. - Meet and greet with Canadian boxing champion, Fitz The Whip Vanderpool
• Sportco activity table
• Activity table with Rogers Daytime healthy lifestyle blogger, Erica Kloetstra
• Try Dance Dance Revolution with The Game Asylum
• Planting with Eco Eats
• Learn about the Nutrition For Learning Program in schools
• Meet Jane from Fresh Endeavours and Meaghan from GoGirlfriend and learn about their Farm Tour Vlogs
• Try out Run For Life’s spin bike
• Play with Foodlink’s Farm in a Box
• And may more fun activities!
 
May 19

Sunday, May 19, 2013 | 1:30 – 4pm
Location: St. Marys Museum
177 Church Street, South
St. Marys, ON
Summary:Tea and refreshments will be served. Activities and crafts for the whole family! Admission is free. This year's theme: A Royal Baby Shower.
Phone number:519-284-3556
Website:www.stmarysmuseum.ca
 
 
May 20
Monday, May 20, 2013 | 10am
Location: Victoria Park
Kitchener, ON
Summary:The program begins at the Queen Victoria Monument on Jubilee Drive at 11am. About 45 minutes later everyone adjourns to Roos Island where the Kitchener Musical Society band will perform a concert of traditional and contemporary favourites. Following the concert, people are invited to stroll through the newly-renovated park and then visit the Victoria Park Gallery. There is no admission charge and everyone is advised to bring a lawn chair and refreshments. For more information call 519-742-4990 or rychmills@golden.net
Phone number:519-742-4990

 

Victoria Day In New Dundee
All Day events and ** FIREWORKS **
http://www.newdundee.ca/event/victoria-day-celebrations/

There are usually FIREWORKS in the Town Of Conestogo but I can never find online info for it



May22
Family Storytime & Craft
Please bring a nut-free snack. Register online at kpl.org, 1 week before the program. FREE
Wed. May 22, 10 am, Grand River Stanley Park Library, 175 Indian Rd, Kitchener

May 23
Babytime – Stories & Swap
Storytime and swap! Bring baby clothes, toys or books you no longer need. Ages 0 23 months.
Register online at kpl.org FREE
Thurs. May 23 at 10 am, Forest Heights Library, 251 Fischer-Hallman Rd, Kitchener
 
May 24
Friday, May 24 | 5pm – Saturday, May 25, 2013 | 3pm
Location: New Hamburg Fairgrounds
251 Jacob St
New Hamburg, Ontario
Summary:The Relief sale begins Friday at 5:30 pm with a BBQ supper and quilt preview. At 7 pm there is a silent auction and a furniture auction featuring handcrafted furniture mady by Mennonites. Canada's largest charity quilt auction is Saturday at 8:30 am. Nearly 200 quilts will be auctioned. Scrumptious food, quilts, outdoor equipment, furniture, flowers, plants and much more are available for sale. Proceeds support the initiatives of Mennonite Central Committee world-wide.
Phone number:519-573-1717
Website:www.nhmrs.com

May 24Join the City of Waterloo for the second annual Cruzin' on the Square. It is coming up on May 24 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. in the Waterloo Public Square.
This event will feature classic and specialty cars, vendors, activities and live entertainment by Another Blind Date.
http://www.waterloo.ca/en/gettingactive/CruzinontheSquare.asp
May 25

Mother-Daughter Book Club
For girls in Grades 4 6 & their moms. New members welcome! FREE
Contact Christy at 519-743-0271 ext. 277 or christy.giesler@kpl.org Sat. May 25 at 11 am, Grand River Stanley Park Library, 175 Indian Rd, Kitchener

Saturday, May 25 – Sunday, May 26, 2013
Location: Woolwich Memorial Centre
24 Snyder Avenue, South
Elmira, ON
Summary:Meet representatives from the pet industry showing their products and/or services.
Phone number:519-500-3594
Website:www.woofwichpetshow.ca
 
Family Art Saturdays (Free)

Details

Start Date:
Saturday, May 25, 2013 1:00 PM
End Date:
Saturday, May 25, 2013 4:00 PM
Title:
Family Art Saturdays (Free)
Category:
Arts, Culture, Film and Music
Address:
101 Queen Street North
Contact:
Kitchener - Waterloo Art Gallery
Phone:
519-579-5860
Email:
Website:
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Sat, May 25 | 1 – 4 pm
Join the Waterloo Public Library and the Gallery at the McCormick Branch Library located at the McCormick Community Centre, 500 Parkside Drive, Waterloo, for family art-making and stories. May 25th, make an animal come to life using just pencil and paper, and explore the art of paper folding to create a beautiful origami bird. Contemporary Art 101 (Free)


Saturday, May 25, 2013 | 7 – 9pm
Location: Grand River Raceway Elora
Summary:The Elora Lions are holding their Spring Fireworks Fundraiser at the Grand River Raceway on County Road 21 in Elora. 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 community and Lions projects. Gates open at 7pm. Fireworks being after sunset.
Phone number:519-240-0065
Website:www.eloralions.org

 
May 31
PA Day Drop In
Crafts & stories – don’t miss out on the fun! Ages 5 12. FREE
Fri. May 31, 2:30 4 pm, Grand River Stanley Park Library, 175 Indian Rd, Kitchener
Looking Ahead
 
June 1st
Tri Pride Festival
The tri-Pride Live Music Festival is celebrating ONE HEART ONE COMMUNITY on Saturday June 1st from 12pm-8pm with three great live stages at the Kitchener Civic Square & King Street in Kitchener!
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT KING STREET STAGE PRESENTED BY PAUL CURZON
Enjoy the day with our biggest live entertainment stage ever on King Street in front of Kitchener City Hall.
TD KIDZ ZONE PRESENTED BY TD CANADA TRUST
Kids play all day for free! The TD Kidz Zone will also be housed at the Clock Tower at Victoria Park. A volunteer-supervised “kids-only” activity centre with plenty of fun things to do for the tots! Featuring Tumble Bus!
 
June 1st and 2nd
 
Waterloo Air Show
 

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Ongoing Events

Kids’ Hop @ Kitchener Market

Bring your little ones to the Kitchener Market every Tuesday from 11a.m.-noon for a fabulous, fun-filled morning! Be prepared for a high-energy, hopping good time at these FREE weekly children’s events as our performers entertain your tots!
Afterwards, stop by one of our international food court vendors for a healthy and kid-friendly lunch with plenty of options for adults too!
http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Kids_Hop.asp

KPL Kids Club
Free stories, crafts and fun (upper floor). All Ages. FREE
Saturdays from 9 11 am, Kitchener Market, 300 King St East, Kitchener
Homework Help for French Immersion
Grades 1 6. No need to register – drop in. FREE
Thursdays, 4:00 5:30 pm until May 16, Forest Heights Library, 251 Fischer-Hallman Rd, Kitchener

Comic Creators Exhibit at Waterloo Museum (Conestoga Mall)
http://www.waterloo.ca/en/government/currentexhibition.asp
running until May 31, 2013

YWCA Girls Programs (Cambridge but open to KW & area residents too)
Info for all programs can be found here http://www.ywcacambridge.ca/girlsprograms/index.html
The May events calendar can be found here
Subsidy and transportation are available upon request. All programs are FREE unless otherwise noted. YOU MUST PRE REGISTER. You can do so by calling 519-267-6444 or email
k.maclaggan@ywcacambridge.ca

What is Dance Dance Party Party?
It's simple: No Boys. No Booze. No Judgment. (Legwarmers Optional)
Dance Dance Party Party is a women-only freestyle dance session happening all over this great Earth. But what does that mean? Women from all ages dance to an eclectic mix of dance songs, and leave as friends, refreshed. It's like reliving that late-night dance party from a sleep-over party you had when you were 10. It also just so happens to be incredible exercise that you don't even realize you're doing.
Location: The Button Factory (25 Regina St. S, Waterloo)
When: The 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month, 6:00pm-7:00pm
Who: All folks who are female-identified. Children who want to participate and dance with us are also welcome.
How much: Bring $5 to contribute to the space rental. Children are free.
What to bring: Dancing shoes, comfy, cool clothes (you will break a sweat), a water bottle.
Contact: Email ddppkw@gmail.com to join our mailing list or like us on Facebook.
New NOT FOR PROFIT Life With Baby
Many free and low cost events for parents with babies