What Is Open Canada Day July 1st Near Kitchener Waterloo Ontario

Wondering What's Open On Canada Day?

As always we have a list complied of all the Canada Day weekend events and activities! You can read it over at http://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.ca/2013/06/canada-day-events-near-kitchener.html

BUT what about sometimes you need to get some last minute things!  Here's a list of places open on Canada Day July 1 2013

• Herrles Market There you will find a great marketplace with a local food flare.  Their Pick Your Own Strawberry patch will also be open July 1st and there is an outdoor play area for the kids!  For more info visit the Herrles Market website
• St. Jacobs The Village of St. Jacobs shops will be open. Take a look at the St Jacobs website for more info
• St Jacobs Outlet Mall The St Jacobs Outlet mall is open from 10am-5pm. You can see all their Holiday Hours listed on their information page
• Shoppers Drug Mart Most Shoppers Drug Mart locations are open on Canada Day. The ones that offer grocery items can be very helpful in a pinch
• M&M Meats Many locations of M&M Meats will be open July 1st. Check out their listings to find out if there's one near you open on Canada Day. If you're going make sure to grab the FREE HAMBURGER BUNS coupon (with burger purchase) from the ONLINE COUPONS FOR CANADIANS Pinterest board 

Also most Movie Theatres, variety stores, coffee shops, restaurants, GRCA parks, public splash pads and public OUTDOOR pools are open Canada Day. Same with most amusement centres like Bingemans, Bowling Alleys, Chuck E Cheese and LaserQuest. Check their websites for hours and pricing.  If you know somewhere else that is not listed on this post or our event listings post please let us know by leaving a comment below!

Canada Day Events Near Kitchener Waterloo Ontario

Here's a list of the events around Kitchener Waterloo For Canada Day Weekend.
Please note the dates & times.
Also note that some events have fireworks & some don't, some are free and some require admission

CANADA DAY WEEKEND

Friday, June 28, 2013

Movie Night - Spiderman

Shade's Mills Conservation Area, 450 Avenue Rd., Cambridge
Come watch movies under the stars starting at dusk every Friday night! The food concession will be open and offering snacks and drinks. Visitors should bring lawn chairs and blankets to sit in front of the big screen. Movies are all rated parental guidance (PG) or general admission (G) and are suitable for families. The movies are free for season pass holders and day pass holders. Or, up to six people in a vehicle can gain admission for a special flat fee of $10 on Friday nights starting an hour before show time. Cancellations will be posted on Facebook and Twitter.
Time: 8:45 p.m. to 10:45 p.m.
Price: Free with admission or $10.00 per vehicle

Saturday June 29
Family Events and Fireworks
4pm-11pm
https://www.facebook.com/SchipplingRon#!/photo.php?fbid=504574172929913&set=a.308866162500716.78379.308849739169025&type=1&theater

Saturday June 29
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

Canada Day Celebration

Sunday, June 30, 2013 | 6:30 – 9:30pm Location: New Apostolic Church 319 Bridgeport Road, East Waterloo, ONNew Apostolic Church 319 Bridgeport Road, East Waterloo, ON Summary: Free admission and BBQ (donations are welcome). Erick Traplin, Grand River Inflatables, face painting, horseshoes, road hockey and more. The event will end with a spectacular fireworks show. Please support the Waterloo region Food Bank with a non-perishable item. Fun for the whole family! 519-884-1360

CANADA DAY EVENTS

Happy Canada Day!

July 1st Canada Day Celebrations

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

Canada Day Downtown Kitchener w/DRAGONETTEPerformances all evening!!
Fireworks at 10 p.m.
Civic Square, City Hall Kitchener

http://www.downtownkitchener.ca/en/livemusic/2013schedule.asp

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 @ 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.

Canada Day In New Hamburg

Monday July 01, 2013 - 10:00 am

Scott Park - New Hamburg

All Day events and Fireworks

Event times are listed here http://www.newhamburgindependent.ca/whats-on/events/ just scroll down to July 1st

Free Swim At Harry Class Pool
July 1 from 2pm-4:30pm info at top left corner of this calendar http://www.kitchener.ca/en/livinginkitchener/resources/AQUA_HCPRecreationalSwimsSchedules.pdf

WONDERING WHAT IS OPEN ON CANADA DAY? We have a post for that too! Check it out over at http://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.ca/2013/06/what-is-open-canada-day-july-1st-near.html

Looking Ahead
For fun after Canada Day look for my review of THE LONE RANGER. I was at the Kitchener Premiere and will be posting about it on July 3. For more ways to save money at the movies visit our Movie Ticket Discounts post and to learn about the Outdoor Movies happening near Kitchener Waterloo check out our Outdoor Movies 2013 post 

For more events happening in July check out  http://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.ca/ and scroll down to the date you're looking for.

Happy Canada Day and Keep Smiling

Also KEEP CALM and LOVE CANADA!

FREE Tim Horton's Swim Times Summer 2013 Near Kitchener Waterloo

from the Tim Horton's Page http://www.timhortons.com/ca/en/difference/free-swimming.html
Listings for Kitchener/Waterloo, Cambridge, Guelph & Brantford/Paris

Free Swim Times Near Kitchener Waterloo

Kitchener / Waterloo
Kitchener - Breithaupt Cente - AquafitJuly 09 8:30 pm - 9:15 pm
July 16 8:30 pm - 9:15 pm
July 23 8:30 pm - 9:15 pm
July 30 8:30 pm - 9:15 pm
August 06 8:30 pm - 9:15 pm
August 13 8:30 pm - 9:15 pm
August 20 8:30 pm - 9:15 pm
August 27 8:30 pm - 9:15 pm
Kitchener - Breithaupt CentreJuly 14 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
July 28 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
August 18 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Kitchener - Cameron Heights PoolJuly 15 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
August 12 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
August 25 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Kitchener - Cameron Heights Pool - AquafitJuly 10 8:00 pm - 8:45 pm
July 17 8:00 pm - 8:45 pm
July 24 8:00 pm - 8:45 pm
July 31 8:00 pm - 8:45 pm
August 07 8:00 pm - 8:45 pm
August 14 8:00 pm - 8:45 pm
August 21 8:00 pm - 8:45 pm
August 28 8:00 pm - 8:45 pm
Kitchener - Forest Heights PoolJuly 06 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
August 10 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Kitchener - Forest Heights Pool - AquafitJuly 11 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
July 18 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
July 25 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
August 01 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
August 08 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
August 15 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
August 22 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
August 29 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Kitchener - Harry Class PoolJuly 01 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
July 31 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
August 30 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Kitchener - Idlewood PoolJuly 01 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
July 11 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
August 15 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Kitchener - Kiwanis ParkAugust 02 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Kitchener - Lyle Hallman PoolJuly 12 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
August 27 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Kitchener - Lyle Hallman Pool - AquafitJuly 06 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
July 13 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
July 20 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
July 27 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
August 03 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
August 10 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
August 17 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
August 24 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Kitchener - Wilson PoolJuly 01 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
July 17 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
August 24 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Waterloo - Moses Springer - Adult Lane & Waterfit ClassJuly 16 4:30 pm - 6:15 pm
August 05 10:30 am - 1:00 pm
September 02 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Waterloo - Moses Springer - Public SwimJune 28 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
July 08 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
July 25 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
August 13 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
August 23 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Waterloo - Waterloo Swimplex - Adult Lane & Waterfit ClassJuly 04 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
July 30 12:00 pm - 1:25 pm
August 30 5:45 am - 9:45 am
Waterloo - Waterloo Swimplex - Public SwimJuly 17 7:05 pm - 8:30 pm
August 05 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
August 24 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Cambridge
Ed Newland PoolJuly 05 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
July 12 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
July 19 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
July 26 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
August 02 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
August 09 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
August 16 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
August 23 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
George Hancock PoolJuly 05 2:15 pm - 5:00 pm
July 12 2:15 pm - 5:00 pm
July 19 2:15 pm - 5:00 pm
July 26 2:15 pm - 5:00 pm
August 02 2:15 pm - 5:00 pm
August 09 2:15 pm - 5:00 pm
August 16 2:15 pm - 5:00 pm
August 23 2:15 pm - 5:00 pm
John Dolson PoolJuly 05 1:45 pm - 4:00 pm
July 12 1:45 pm - 4:00 pm
July 17 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
July 19 1:45 pm - 4:00 pm
July 26 1:45 pm - 4:00 pm
August 02 1:45 pm - 4:00 pm
August 09 1:45 pm - 4:00 pm
August 14 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
August 16 1:45 pm - 4:00 pm
August 23 1:45 pm - 4:00 pm
Kinsmen Soper Park PoolJuly 05 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm
July 12 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm
July 19 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm
July 26 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm
August 02 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm
August 09 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm
August 16 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm
August 23 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm
W.G. Johnson PoolJuly 05 6:05 pm - 8:00 pm
July 12 6:05 pm - 8:00 pm
July 17 6:35 pm - 8:00 pm
July 19 6:05 pm - 8:00 pm
July 26 6:05 pm - 8:00 pm
July 31 6:35 pm - 8:00 pm
August 02 6:05 pm - 8:00 pm
August 09 6:05 pm - 8:00 pm
August 16 6:05 pm - 8:00 pm
August 23 6:05 pm - 8:00 pm

Guelph
Lyon Leisure Pool - Public SwimJuly 07 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
July 14 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
July 21 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
July 28 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
August 04 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
July 03 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
July 10 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
July 17 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
July 24 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
July 31 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
August 07 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
August 11 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Victor Davis Pool - Lane SwimJuly 08 8:30 pm - 10:00 pm
July 15 8:30 pm - 10:00 pm
July 22 8:30 pm - 10:00 pm
July 29 8:30 pm - 10:00 pm
August 12 8:30 pm - 10:00 pm
August 19 8:30 pm - 10:00 pm
August 26 8:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Victor Davis Pool - Public SwimJuly 04 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
July 11 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
July 18 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
July 25 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
August 01 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
August 08 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
August 15 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
August 22 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
West End Community Centre - AquafitJuly 05 5:30 pm - 6:15 pm
July 12 5:30 pm - 6:15 pm
July 19 5:30 pm - 6:15 pm
July 26 5:30 pm - 6:15 pm
August 02 5:30 pm - 6:15 pm
August 09 5:30 pm - 6:15 pm
August 16 5:30 pm - 6:15 pm
August 23 5:30 pm - 6:15 pm
West End Community Centre - Public SwimJuly 02 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
July 09 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
July 16 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
July 23 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
July 30 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
August 06 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
August 13 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
August 20 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Brantford & Paris
Earl Haig Family Fun Park- Splash AdmissionJuly 16 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
August 13 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
August 27 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Paris Community Pool & Splash PadJuly 04 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
July 10 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
July 11 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
July 17 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
July 18 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
July 24 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
July 25 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
July 31 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre- Adult/Family SwimJuly 08 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
July 14 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
July 21 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
August 11 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre- AquafitJuly 10 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
July 17 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm
July 24 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
August 07 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm
Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre- Public SwimJuly 10 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
July 17 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
July 29 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Woodman Park Pool- Public SwimJuly 12 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
July 23 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
August 02 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Woodman Park Pool- Public/Family SwimJuly 02 1:30 pm - 5:00 pm
August 13 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
August 20 1:30 pm - 5:00 pm

End of June And Canada Day Activities In Kitchener Waterloo And Surrounding Area

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


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

 

Crusin' With The Stars

Saturday June 22, 2013 - 09:00 am — Linwood Recreation Complex - Linwood

Classic Car Show at 9:00 am. Tribute Artists: Neil Diamond, The Wellesley Idol Finalist for 2012, Roy Orbison, Tom Jones, Patsy Cline, Dusty Springfield, Kenny Rogers starring on stage at 11:00am till 5:00pm. Bring your own Lawn Chairs. Food & Beverages available. Donations to support: Linwood Fire Station, Linwood Lions, Linwood Rec Committee and Linwood Rod & Gun fundraising projects. For Further Information call: 519-698-2019 or 519-698-2553.

Classic Vehicle Entry Fee $5.00

General Admission​
​$5.00 a car load or $2.00 per person
Kids 12 & under free

http://www.cruisinwiththestars.com/

June 22 and 23

Lattitudes Storytelling Festival (& Multicultural Festival)

Victoria Park

http://www.latitudesfestival.com/

June 25
Kids Hop Kitchener Market 11am -Noon http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Kids_Hop.asp

Thursday, June 27

11:30 a.m.- 2 p.m.
FOOD TRUCK: S.W.A.T Truck “Sandwiches w/ a Twist”
Performance by Tyler Schwende
Civic Square, City Hall

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

 

CANADA DAY WEEKEND

Friday, June 28, 2013

Movie Night - Spiderman

Shade's Mills Conservation Area, 450 Avenue Rd., Cambridge
Come watch movies under the stars starting at dusk every Friday night! The food concession will be open and offering snacks and drinks. Visitors should bring lawn chairs and blankets to sit in front of the big screen. Movies are all rated parental guidance (PG) or general admission (G) and are suitable for families. The movies are free for season pass holders and day pass holders. Or, up to six people in a vehicle can gain admission for a special flat fee of $10 on Friday nights starting an hour before show time. Cancellations will be posted on Facebook and Twitter.
Time: 8:45 p.m. to 10:45 p.m.
Price: Free with admission or $10.00 per vehicle

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

Canada Day Celebration

Sunday, June 30, 2013 | 6:30 – 9:30pm Location: New Apostolic Church 319 Bridgeport Road, East Waterloo, ONNew Apostolic Church 319 Bridgeport Road, East Waterloo, ON Summary: Free admission and BBQ (donations are welcome). Erick Traplin, Grand River Inflatables, face painting, horseshoes, road hockey and more. The event will end with a spectacular fireworks show. Please support the Waterloo region Food Bank with a non-perishable item. Fun for the whole family! 519-884-1360

CANADA DAY EVENTS

Happy Canada Day!

July 1st Canada Day Celebrations

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

 

Canada Day Downtown Kitchener w/DRAGONETTEPerformances all evening!!
Fireworks at 10 p.m.
Civic Square, City Hall Kitchener

http://www.downtownkitchener.ca/en/livemusic/2013schedule.asp

 

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 @ 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.

 

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

 

 

Other July Events

Kitchener Market Kids Cooking Camp

http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Summer_Camp.asp

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/

Tooney Tuesday Has Changed To Discovery Square
Every Tuesday evening in July
Kitchener City Hall
http://www.kitchenerevents.ca/en/whatson/DiscoverySquare.asp

Civic Square Cambridge
Events Every Wed. In July
Cambridge City Hall
http://www.cambridge.ca/relatedDocs/CivicSquare2013PosterFinal.pdf

Thursday, July 411:30 a.m.- 2 p.m. FOOD TRUCK: The Schmuck Truck Performance by DJ Attila the Spun Civic Square, City Hall   July 6 Kids In The Kitchen Kitchener Market - Free http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Kids_in_the_Kitchen.asp Forbes Park Music Festival

Saturday, July 6, 2013 | 10am – 10pm Location: Forbes Park 25 Forbes Street Cambridge, ONForbes Park 25 Forbes Street Cambridge, ON Summary: This FREE festival is a hit with the entire family, always delivering a very entertaining day to the citizens of Cambridge by showcasing both amateur and professional bands, arts & crafts vendors, food, refreshments and much more. The children's program runs from 10am-3pm and features clowns, jugglers, jumping castles and more. Come enjoy a day with family and friends!

History Under the Trees

Saturday, July 6, 2013 | 11am – 4pm Location: Waterloo Region Museum 10 Huron Road Kitchener, ONWaterloo Region Museum 10 Huron Road Kitchener, ON Summary: Recount family and community stories that will be told under the marquee on the village green with light refreshments served. General admission: Adults $10, seniors/students $10, children $5, children 4 and under free, family $25. All admissions plus HST. A discount for Waterloo Historical Society Members applies. 519-748-1914. www.waterlooregionmuseum.com Phone number: 519-748-1914

Thursday, July 11 11:30 a.m.- 2 p.m. FOOD TRUCK: West of Seoul Performer is TBC - check back! Civic Square, City Hall July 12 Crusing On King Show and shine in Victoria Park from 3-7 pm The Cruise on King Street from 7-8 pm Car Show on King Street from 8 - 10 pm Plus live music, exhibits and activities. http://www.kitchener.ca/en/livinginkitchener/CruisingOnKing.asp   July 13 Head Start For Baby - Bellies, Bumps & Babies event 10am 30 Fairway Rd S Kitchener, ON N2A 2N2 More info on the Life With Baby site http://www.lifewithababy.com/Waterloo-Region-Calendar?eventId=706303&EventViewMode=2&CalendarViewType=1&SelectedDate=7%2F15%2F2013 The Nonviolence Festival's Day in the Park

Saturday, July 13, 2013 | 12 – 5am Location: Victoria Park Island Kitchener, ONVictoria Park Island Kitchener, ON Summary: This 9th annual day of celebration brings the community together to recognize the many powerful, positive forces in Waterloo Region. There will be music, food, vendors, and children's games. Admission is free! Please email us at nonviolencefest.com for more information, or visit our Facebook page www.facebook.com/pages/the-non-violence-festival/

Wednesday, July 17
Noon - 8 p.m.
KING STREET ART MARKET
King Street, between Young & Ontario Streets
Artisans, vendors & music all day!

Thursday, July 18

11:30 a.m.- 2 p.m.
FOOD TRUCK: Café du Monde Crepe Truck
Performance by Ty Baynton
Civic Square, City Hall

July 19-21

KW Ribfest

Victoria Park Kitchener
Midway Info

The midway, operated by Billy G Amusements, is adjacent to the Ribfest (outside the fenced area) and offers rides and activities for children of all ages. Various ticket options are available: Single Ticket $1.75 20 Pack $30.00 40 Pack $55.00 All Day Unlimited $30.00

- See more at: http://www.kitchenerribandbeerfest.com/Ribfest-Kitchener-Midway.htm#sthash.uwxU7DZm.dpuf
For more info about KW Ribfest visit http://www.kitchenerribandbeerfest.com

July 19-20
Cambridge Highland Games
Free Parking and Kids 12 and Under are Free
Churchill Park
200 Christopher Dr. Cambridge
http://www.cambridgehighlandgames.com/

Thursday, July 25

11:30 a.m.- 2 p.m.
FOOD TRUCK: S.W.A.T Truck
Performance by JoJo Worthington, Ukulele
Civic Square, City Hall

Sunday, July 28
ROCK AND RUMBLE
Concert & motorcycle show
Kitchener City Hall, Civic Square

I received a notice about

Lego Robotics Camp we are running this summer for children age 9 to 14. It will be running during the week of August 5th - 9th and August 19th-23rd at Knox Church in Waterloo. Our camp differs from most camps in that we are putting most of our focus on the exciting world of lego robotics.

Full day camp for a week is $250 plus tax. Includes a free t-shirt. http://brickworksacademy.com/

As always if you know of a great LOW COST or FREE family event post it in the comments!

Keep Smiling!

Lisa

Outdoor Movies In The Kitchener Waterloo Area 2013

Where To Find Outdoor Movies Near Kitchener Waterloo

Movies under the stars at Shade’s Mills. Come watch movies under the stars starting at dusk every Friday night beginning June 7 until the end of September at Shade’s Mills Conservation Area on Avenue Road in Cambridge. The movies are free for season pass holders and day pass holders. Or, up to six people in a vehicle can gain admission for a special flat fee of $10 on Friday nights starting at 8 p.m.

http://www.grandriver.ca/Newsroom/News.cfm?id=662

Stuff A Hummer & Outdoor Movie (Movie TBA)
Waterloo Regional Police Assoc. Rec Centre, 1128 Rife Rd., Cambridge (near Ayr)
Friday June 21, come support the Food Bank of Waterloo Region at this family friendly event. It's free with a donation to the food bank, the day will include:
Head-to-head Food Drives - the GoingHOME Team Hummer vs. the Bennett GM Escalade!
BBQ starting @ 6:30pm
Tethered rides on the Re/Max Hot Air Balloon
(rides are weather permitting; an additional donation is suggested with all proceeds going... to the Food Bank of Waterloo Region)
Bouncy Castles & Games
Police & Sponsor Displays
Family-friendly Movie @ dusk on a 30-foot outdoor screen! Vote on-site for your favourite film! details and the email to RSVP is in my blog post. Please help spread the word.http://www.shasherslife.com/2013/06/3rd-annual-stuff-hummer-movie-in-park.html


Waterloo Park
http://parkmovies.ca/

City Of Cambridge City Hall
http://www.cambridge.ca/relatedDocs/CivicSquare2013PosterFinal.pdf

Aug 23
$5 Outdoor Movie Night - Hotel Transylvania
Friday August 23rd from 7pm-10 pm for a showing of Hotel Transylvania. The screen will be set-up at 127 Victoria Street South, Kitchener. Tickets are 5$ and kids under 3 are free, this is a cash only event with all proceeds going to ILCWR. The event will include live performances by Le Bon Fi, Raffles, Snacks and Kids Entertainment. Be sure to bring your own lawn chair.
http://www.ilcwr.org/content/join-us-movies-under-stars

As well there is The Mustang Drive In in Guelph
http://www.mustangdriveinguelph.ca/

This one is in early fall
https://www.facebook.com/events/308870979247629/

If you know of any other OUTDOOR MOVIES in the area please leave it in the comments
For indoor movies tips and tricks make sure to visit our post http://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.ca/2013/01/movie-ticket-discounts-in-kitchener.html

Father's Day, Fireworks And Canada Day Events in Kitchener Waterloo Ontario

To All The Dads Happy Father's Day

 

Our first annual Farmers Picnic is being held at Steckle Heritage Farm in

Kitchener on Wednesday, June 12^th 2013, from 5:30 to 8:30 pm. This fun family focused event is to engage the community in good old fashion fun while raising funds to support our annual animal care costs, as well our new demonstration garden beds.

Our Farmers Picnic has family (two adults, and two children) tickets available to pre-purchase online via our website, for $25 for our ‘Friends of the Farm’ cardholders, and $30 for the general public. Individual and additional tickets are $10 per adult, and $5 per child.

http://www.stecklehomestead.ca/blog/1309/

Thursday June 1311:30 a.m.- 2 p.m.
FOOD TRUCK : Breadheads
Performance by Tim Louis
Civic Square, City Hall

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

Friday, June 14, 2013

Movie Night- Bolt

Shade's Mills Conservation Area, 450 Avenue Rd., Cambridge
Come watch movies under the stars starting at dusk every Friday night! The food concession will be open and offering snacks and drinks. Visitors should bring lawn chairs and blankets to sit in front of the big screen. Movies are all rated parental guidance (PG) or general admission (G) and are suitable for families. The movies are free for season pass holders and day pass holders. Or, up to six people in a vehicle can gain admission for a special flat fee of $10 on Friday nights starting an hour before show time. Cancellations will be posted on Facebook and Twitter.
Time: 8:45 p.m. to 10:45 p.m.
Price: Free with admission or $10.00 per vehicle

June15
Kitchener Market Father's Day BBQ

Celebrate Father’s Day at the Kitchener Market
FREE hot dog or sausage for all dads!
Saturday, June 15

10a.m.-1p.m.
Join us in the piazza for a bbq in the sunshine:
· live music
· kids crafts
· sneak peek of Cruising on King featuring classic cars
· KFUN live remote
Enter to win a pair of designer jeans courtesy of Channer’s!
Get free styling tips to make Dad that much cooler.

http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/Calendar/Details.aspx?Id=3619dbae-4ab7-4b2d-bdf6-b86fef55ea6f

 $2.50 Cineplex Movie list http://pinterest.com/pin/43699058857383798/


Saturday, June 15th, 2013

2nd Annual Kids Fun Day! At Sobeys Ira Needles

Saturday, June 15, 2013 | 10am – 2pm Location: Sobeys 235 Ira Needles Blvd. Kitchener, ONSobeys 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

http://multiculturalwaterloo.wordpress.com/

Let’s show some love and 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

http://www.waterloo.ca/en/government/ServiceCentreOpenHouse.asp

 

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

http://www.laurelcreek.ca/#!events/c8hd

Hamilton Air Show
http://www.hamiltonairshow.com/

Sunday June 16th

Happy Father's Day

Hamilton Air Show

http://www.hamiltonairshow.com/

Open Streets Uptown Waterloo

http://openstreetsutw.ca/ 1pm - 5pm

June 18

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

Wenesday, June 19
Noon - 8 p.m.
KING STREET ART MARKET
King Street, between Young & Ontario Streets
Artisans, vendors & music all day!

Thursday, June 2011:30 a.m.- 2 p.m.
FOOD TRUCK : Breadheads
Performance by Meghan Weber
Civic Square, City Hall

World Refugee Day Community Concert
June 20 | 5 to 8 pm: Kitchener City Hall
A unique opportunity to share music and performing arts from around the world! Musicians of refugee backgrounds from Latin America, Asia and Africa as well as local choirs and drumming groups.

Contact: Fauzia Mazhar at 519-745-4404 ext 209 | fmazhar@kdchc.org

 

Friday, June 21, 2013Movie Night- Treasure Planet

Shade's Mills Conservation Area, 450 Avenue Rd., Cambridge
Come watch movies under the stars starting at dusk every Friday night! The food concession will be open and offering snacks and drinks. Visitors should bring lawn chairs and blankets to sit in front of the big screen. Movies are all rated parental guidance (PG) or general admission (G) and are suitable for families. The movies are free for season pass holders and day pass holders. Or, up to six people in a vehicle can gain admission for a special flat fee of $10 on Friday nights starting an hour before show time. Cancellations will be posted on Facebook and Twitter.
Time: 8:45 p.m. to 10:45 p.m.
Price: Free with admission or $10.00 per vehicle

Stuff A Hummer & Outdoor Movie (Movie TBA)
Waterloo Regional Police Assoc. Rec Centre, 1128 Rife Rd., Cambridge (near Ayr)

Friday June 21, come support the Food Bank of Waterloo Region at this family friendly event. It's free with a donation to the food bank, the day will include:
Head-to-head Food Drives - the GoingHOME Team Hummer vs. the Bennett GM Escalade!
BBQ starting @ 6:30pm
Tethered rides on the Re/Max Hot Air Balloon
(rides are weather permitting; an additional donation is suggested with all proceeds going... to the Food Bank of Waterloo Region)
Bouncy Castles & Games
Police & Sponsor Displays
Family-friendly Movie @ dusk on a 30-foot outdoor screen! Vote on-site for your favourite film! details and the email to RSVP is in my blog post. Please help spread the word.

http://www.shasherslife.com/2013/06/3rd-annual-stuff-hummer-movie-in-park.html

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.

Free to register http://www.farmfoodcare.org/about-us/breakfast-on-the-farm

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

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

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

June 22 and 23

Lattitudes Storytelling Festival (& Multicultural Festival)

Victoria Park

http://www.latitudesfestival.com/
 

June 25
Kids Hop Kitchener Market 11am -Noon http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Kids_Hop.asp

Thursday, June 2711:30 a.m.- 2 p.m.
FOOD TRUCK: S.W.A.T Truck “Sandwiches w/ a Twist”
Performance by Tyler Schwende
Civic Square, City Hall

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

Friday, June 28, 2013

Movie Night - Spiderman

Shade's Mills Conservation Area, 450 Avenue Rd., Cambridge
Come watch movies under the stars starting at dusk every Friday night! The food concession will be open and offering snacks and drinks. Visitors should bring lawn chairs and blankets to sit in front of the big screen. Movies are all rated parental guidance (PG) or general admission (G) and are suitable for families. The movies are free for season pass holders and day pass holders. Or, up to six people in a vehicle can gain admission for a special flat fee of $10 on Friday nights starting an hour before show time. Cancellations will be posted on Facebook and Twitter.
Time: 8:45 p.m. to 10:45 p.m.
Price: Free with admission or $10.00 per vehicle

LOOKING AHEAD

Kitchener Market Kids Cooking Camp

http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Summer_Camp.asp

July 1st Canada Day Celebrations

Happening in Waterloo and Cambridge. See our Post on Fireworks Near Kitchener Waterloo to get the details http://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.ca/2013/05/fireworks-in-kitchener-waterloo-2013.html

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/

Tooney Tuesday Has Changed To Discovery Square
Every Tuesday evening in July
Kitchener City Hall
http://www.kitchenerevents.ca/en/whatson/DiscoverySquare.asp

Civic Square Cambridge
Events Every Wed. In July
Cambridge City Hall
http://www.cambridge.ca/relatedDocs/CivicSquare2013PosterFinal.pdf

Thursday, July 411:30 a.m.- 2 p.m. FOOD TRUCK: The Schmuck Truck Performance by DJ Attila the Spun Civic Square, City Hall   Forbes Park Music Festival

Saturday, July 6, 2013 | 10am – 10pm Location: Forbes Park 25 Forbes Street Cambridge, ONForbes Park 25 Forbes Street Cambridge, ON Summary: This FREE festival is a hit with the entire family, always delivering a very entertaining day to the citizens of Cambridge by showcasing both amateur and professional bands, arts & crafts vendors, food, refreshments and much more. The children's program runs from 10am-3pm and features clowns, jugglers, jumping castles and more. Come enjoy a day with family and friends!

History Under the Trees

Saturday, July 6, 2013 | 11am – 4pm Location: Waterloo Region Museum 10 Huron Road Kitchener, ONWaterloo Region Museum 10 Huron Road Kitchener, ON Summary: Recount family and community stories that will be told under the marquee on the village green with light refreshments served. General admission: Adults $10, seniors/students $10, children $5, children 4 and under free, family $25. All admissions plus HST. A discount for Waterloo Historical Society Members applies. 519-748-1914. www.waterlooregionmuseum.com Phone number: 519-748-1914

Thursday, July 1111:30 a.m.- 2 p.m. FOOD TRUCK: West of Seoul Performer is TBC - check back! Civic Square, City Hall   July 12 Crusing On King Show and shine in Victoria Park from 3-7 pm The Cruise on King Street from 7-8 pm Car Show on King Street from 8 - 10 pm Plus live music, exhibits and activities. http://www.kitchener.ca/en/livinginkitchener/CruisingOnKing.asp   The Nonviolence Festival's Day in the Park

Saturday, July 13, 2013 | 12 – 5am Location: Victoria Park Island Kitchener, ONVictoria Park Island Kitchener, ON Summary: This 9th annual day of celebration brings the community together to recognize the many powerful, positive forces in Waterloo Region. There will be music, food, vendors, and children's games. Admission is free! Please email us at nonviolencefest.com for more information, or visit our Facebook page www.facebook.com/pages/the-non-violence-festival/

Wednesday, July 17
Noon - 8 p.m.
KING STREET ART MARKET
King Street, between Young & Ontario Streets
Artisans, vendors & music all day!

Thursday, July 1811:30 a.m.- 2 p.m.
FOOD TRUCK: Café du Monde Crepe Truck
Performance by Ty Baynton
Civic Square, City Hall

July 19-21

KW Ribfest In Victoria Park Kitchener
Midway Info

The midway, operated by Billy G Amusements, is adjacent to the Ribfest (outside the fenced area) and offers rides and activities for children of all ages. Various ticket options are available: Single Ticket  $1.75                                                                       20 Pack $30.00 40 Pack $55.00 All Day Unlimited $30.00

- See more at: http://www.kitchenerribandbeerfest.com/Ribfest-Kitchener-Midway.htm#sthash.uwxU7DZm.dpuf
For more info about KW Ribfest visit http://www.kitchenerribandbeerfest.com

July 19-20
Cambridge Highland Games
Free Parking and Kids 12 and Under are Free
Churchill Park
200 Christopher Dr. Cambridge
http://www.cambridgehighlandgames.com/

Thursday, July 2511:30 a.m.- 2 p.m.
FOOD TRUCK: S.W.A.T Truck
Performance by JoJo Worthington, Ukulele
Civic Square, City Hall

Sunday, July 28
ROCK AND RUMBLE
Concert & motorcycle show
Kitchener City Hall, Civic Square

 

I received a notice about

Lego Robotics Camp we are running this summer for children age 9 to 14. It will be running during the week of August 5th - 9th and August 19th-23rd at Knox Church in Waterloo. Our camp differs from most camps in that we are putting most of our focus on the exciting world of lego robotics. 

Full day camp for a week is $250 plus tax. Includes a free t-shirt. http://brickworksacademy.com/

 

 

As always if you know of a great LOW COST or FREE family event post it in the comments!

Keep Smiling!

Lisa

June Events And Activities For Father's Day and other Things To Do In Kitchener Waterloo

Did You Enter The Contest?

There is only a few days left to get your entry in for our Q BBQ Public House contest! Get yours in now! http://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.ca/2013/06/q-bbq-public-house-contest.html

 

Where To Cool Off In Kitchener Waterloo

Bingemans Waterpark Opens
http://www.bingemans.com/bigsplash/events.php

Lions Lagoon Waterloo Park is now FREE

http://www.waterloo.ca/en/gettingactive/splashpad.asp

City Of Kitchener Splash Pads http://www.kitchener.ca/en/livinginkitchener/PoolsAndSwimming.asp

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.

• Breithaupt Park Splash Pad, Breithaupt Park, 806 Union St., 519-741-2502.
• Centreville Chicopee Splash Pad, 141 Morgan Ave., 519-741-2490
• Chandler Mowat Splash Pad, 222 Chandler Dr., 519-741-2733
• Doon Pioneer Park Splash Pad, 150 Pioneer Dr., 519-741-2641
• Kingsdale Splash Pad, 78 Wilson Ave., 519-741-2540
• Vanier Park Splash Pad,329 Vanier Dr.

• Opening date TBD:
  
  • Centreville Chicopee Splash Pad, 141 Morgan Ave., 519-741-2490
  • McLennan Park Splash Pad, 901 Ottawa St. S., 519-741-2345
  • Victoria Park Splash Pad, Courtland Ave. W., 519-741-2890

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   

Friday, June 7, 2013

Movie Night- Wreck it Ralph

Shade's Mills Conservation Area, 450 Avenue Rd., Cambridge
Come watch movies under the stars starting at dusk every Friday night! The food concession will be open and offering snacks and drinks. Visitors should bring lawn chairs and blankets to sit in front of the big screen. Movies are all rated parental guidance (PG) or general admission (G) and are suitable for families. The movies are free for season pass holders and day pass holders. Or, up to six people in a vehicle can gain admission for a special flat fee of $10 on Friday nights starting an hour before show time. Cancellations will be posted on Facebook and Twitter.
Time: 8:45 p.m. to 10:45 p.m.
Price: Free with admission or $10.00 per vehicle
http://www.grandriver.ca/Events/


June 8

Public Safety Day

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 -Elmira10:00am 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:	stewardship@waterloo.ca
Website:	http://www.waterloo.ca/LCC
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.

Saturday, June 8, 2013

For The Birds

Laurel Creek Conservation Area, 625 Westmount Rd., Waterloo
This is prime bird watching season as songbirds are pairing up and beginning to nest. Come and learn how to use an iPod for bird song identification. You can bring or borrow a pair of binoculars to help identify bird species. We will also examine different bird nests up close. Children 16 years or younger must be accompanied by an adult.
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Meet at: Baseball shelter
Price: Free with park admission

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/
Kindness for Kenadie @ The Schwaben Club
Noon-4pm
Free Admission, Free Facepainting, and more
Details here
https://www.facebook.com/photo.phpfbid=558366470873148&set=o.124584217692193&type=1&theater

I also think I saw a sign that the Ottawa/Strausburg Fire Dept was having their Open House on June 9th starting at 10:30am.  If anyone that lives nearby could clarify that it would be appreciated!

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

2nd Annual Kids Fun Day! At Sobeys Ira Needles

Saturday, June 15, 2013 | 10am – 2pm Location: Sobeys 235 Ira Needles Blvd. Kitchener, ONSobeys 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

http://multiculturalwaterloo.wordpress.com/

Kitchener Market Father's Day BBQ

Celebrate Father’s Day at the Kitchener Market
 FREE hot dog or sausage for all dads!
 Saturday, June 15

10a.m.-1p.m.
 Join us in the piazza for a bbq in the sunshine:
· live music
· kids crafts
· sneak peek of Cruising on King featuring classic cars
· KFUN live remote
 Enter to win a pair of designer jeans courtesy of Channer’s!
Get free styling tips to make Dad that much cooler.

http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/Calendar/Details.aspx?Id=3619dbae-4ab7-4b2d-bdf6-b86fef55ea6f

Let’s show some love & appreciation to our dads. Fun for the whole family!
Register online at kpl.org one week before the program. FREESat. June 15 at 10:30 am, Country Hills Library, 1500 Block Line Rd, Kitchener

Waterloo Service Centre Open House

10am-3pm

Free Event

http://www.waterloo.ca/en/government/ServiceCentreOpenHouse.asp

 

Friday, June 14, 2013

Movie Night- Bolt

Shade's Mills Conservation Area, 450 Avenue Rd., Cambridge
Come watch movies under the stars starting at dusk every Friday night! The food concession will be open and offering snacks and drinks. Visitors should bring lawn chairs and blankets to sit in front of the big screen. Movies are all rated parental guidance (PG) or general admission (G) and are suitable for families. The movies are free for season pass holders and day pass holders. Or, up to six people in a vehicle can gain admission for a special flat fee of $10 on Friday nights starting an hour before show time. Cancellations will be posted on Facebook and Twitter.
Time: 8:45 p.m. to 10:45 p.m.
Price: Free with admission or $10.00 per vehicle

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

http://www.laurelcreek.ca/#!events/c8hd

Hamilton Air Show
http://www.hamiltonairshow.com/

Sunday June 16th

Happy Father's Day

Hamilton Air Show

http://www.hamiltonairshow.com/

 

Open Streets Uptown Waterloo

http://openstreetsutw.ca/ 1pm - 5pm

June 18

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

Friday, June 21, 2013

Movie Night- Treasure Planet

Shade's Mills Conservation Area, 450 Avenue Rd., Cambridge
Come watch movies under the stars starting at dusk every Friday night! The food concession will be open and offering snacks and drinks. Visitors should bring lawn chairs and blankets to sit in front of the big screen. Movies are all rated parental guidance (PG) or general admission (G) and are suitable for families. The movies are free for season pass holders and day pass holders. Or, up to six people in a vehicle can gain admission for a special flat fee of $10 on Friday nights starting an hour before show time. Cancellations will be posted on Facebook and Twitter.
Time: 8:45 p.m. to 10:45 p.m.
Price: Free with admission or $10.00 per vehicle

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.

Free to register http://www.farmfoodcare.org/about-us/breakfast-on-the-farm

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

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

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

June 22 and 23

Lattitudes Storytelling Festival

Victoria Park

http://www.latitudesfestival.com/

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

 

Friday, June 28, 2013

Movie Night - Spiderman

Shade's Mills Conservation Area, 450 Avenue Rd., Cambridge
Come watch movies under the stars starting at dusk every Friday night! The food concession will be open and offering snacks and drinks. Visitors should bring lawn chairs and blankets to sit in front of the big screen. Movies are all rated parental guidance (PG) or general admission (G) and are suitable for families. The movies are free for season pass holders and day pass holders. Or, up to six people in a vehicle can gain admission for a special flat fee of $10 on Friday nights starting an hour before show time. Cancellations will be posted on Facebook and Twitter.
Time: 8:45 p.m. to 10:45 p.m.
Price: Free with admission or $10.00 per vehicle

LOOKING AHEAD

Kitchener Market Kids Cooking Camp

http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Summer_Camp.asp

July 1st Canada Day Celebrations

Happening in Waterloo and Cambridge. See our Post on Fireworks Near Kitchener Waterloo to get the details http://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.ca/2013/05/fireworks-in-kitchener-waterloo-2013.html

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/

 

As always if you know of a great LOW COST or FREE family event post it in the comments!

Keep Smiling!

Lisa