It's All About October
In the Kitchener Waterloo area it's all about October. Whether it be Fall Events, Autumn Activities Oktoberfest, Thanksgiving, Pumpkin Patches, Corn Mazes and/or Halloween there is something for everyone.
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October Blast
October is going to be a blast in The Region Of Waterloo so be sure to check out our E-Blast below to find all the fun family events and activities going on. Whether you have babies, toddlers, young childern, tweens or teens there is something for everyone!
Ongoing Events
For additional events please scrool down to Additional Events
Mondays
Building Blocks to Reading
Did you know that learning to read begins at birth? For babies & their caregivers.
Register online at kpl.org or call 519-743-0271, ext. 258. FREE
Mon. at 1:30 pm, Oct. 21 – Nov. 25, Main Library, 85 Queen St North, Kitchener
Reading Buddies
For children in grades 1 – 4 who have learned to read but need practice.
Register online at kpl.org or at the host library. FREE
Mon. at 6:00 pm, Oct. 7 – Nov. 25, Forest Heights Library, 251 Fischer-Hallman Rd, Kitchener
Mon. at 7:00 pm, Oct. 7 – Nov. 25, Forest Heights Library, 251 Fischer-Hallman Rd, Kitchener
Tuesdays
Kitchener Market Kids Hop Schedule
Tues 11am-Noon
http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Kids_Hop.asp
Little Scientist
Discover the wonder of science through stories & experiments. Ages 3 – 5.
Register online at kpl.org or call 519-743-3558. FREE
Tues. at 2:00 pm, Oct. 8 – 29, Country Hills Library, 1500 Block Line Rd, Kitchener
Reading Buddies
For children in grades 1 – 4 who have learned to read but need practice.
Register online at kpl.org or at the host library. FREE
Tues. at 6:00 pm, Oct. 8 – Nov. 26, Country Hills Library, 1500 Block Line Rd, Kitchener
Tues. at 6:15 pm, Oct. 8 – Nov. 26, Grand River Stanley Park Library, 175 Indian Rd, Kitchener
LEGO® Movie Studio
Create a stop-and-go animation film. Ages 9 – 12.
Register online at kpl.org or call 519- FREE
Tues. at 7:15 pm, Oct. 8 – 29, Pioneer Park Library, 150 Pioneer Dr, Kitchener
Wednesdays
Mom Social Life With Baby
10am-11:30am
Grandparents Day At THEMUSEUM (Downtown Kitchener)
1:00pm
Grandparents get in free with each child's admission
Reading Buddies
For children in grades 1 – 4 who have learned to read but need practice.
Register online at kpl.org or at the host library. FREE
Thurs. at 6:15 pm, Oct. 10 – Nov. 28, Main Library, 85 Queen St North, Kitchener
Thurs. at 6:30 pm, Oct. 10 – Nov. 28, Pioneer Park Library, 150 Pioneer Dr, Kitchener
KPL Kids’ Club
Free stories & crafts for all ages.
Sept 30-Oct 6BrainSTEM Festival at Perimeter Institute
http://www.perimeterinstitute.ca/outreach/brainstem-your-future-now-festival
Additional Events
Oct 2
Waterloo Reads
7pm Albert McCorkmick WPL Branch
http://waterlooreads.wpl.ca/
Oct 3-6
Sunrise Centre Carnival
Oct 4
Home School Day At Waterloo Region Museum (DOON)
Start Date Friday, October 4, 2013
End Date Friday, October 4, 2013
Time 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
All home schooled chidren are invited to a program especially designed for them. Come and explore, learn and discover!
This special day includes a variety of seasonal fun activities and watching demonstrations while meeting curriculum requirements. Cost is $5 per child. All teaching parents are free, children under five are free.
Oct 4-5
Martin's Apples Harvest Festival
Oct 5
Community Planting Project
8:30am-12:30pm
Waterloo Zombie Walk Saturday
Something your teens may enjoy!
Oct 5th at 1 pm
Get your best zombie costume out and come and join us. No zombie costume? Put on your Halloween costume!
Price of admission is a food donation to Nutrition for Learning.
Costume judging right after the Walk and then we will be kicking off the after party right in the Square with DJ AMPZ from 93.3 and DJ CAKE!
DrumFit
DrumFIT combines music, dance, rhythm & learning. Ages 5 – 12.
Register online at kpl.org or call 519-743-0644. FREE
Sat. Oct. 5 at 2:30 pm, Forest Heights Library, 251 Fischer-Hallman Rd, Kitchener
Creative Writing Club
Bring a pencil, a notebook & your imagination! Grades 3 – 6.
Register online at kpl.org or call 519-743-3558. FREE
Sat. Oct. 5 at 2:30 pm, Country Hills Library, 1500 Block Line Rd, Kitchener
Family Fish Fry
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2013
5:00 - 6:30 PM
BRESLAU COMMUNITY CENTRE
100 Andover Drive, Breslau
Separate play area for children (parental supervision required)Perch fish, baked potato, corn, coleslaw, rolls, beverage, choice of pie or cake
Adults $20.00 / Children (6-12 years old) $12.00
Oct 6
Free Family Movie
6pm
THE CROODS
Victoria Hills Community Centre, 10 Chopin Drive
There will be inexpensive snacks for sale, proceeds to go to the Learn English, Make Friends Program.
Oct 6 and 7
Waterloo Region Forest Festival @ Waterloo Region Museum (DOO)
Start Date Wednesday, October 9, 2013
End Date Thursday, October 10, 2013
Time 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
This two day educational festival teaches students several key messages about forest resources in the Region of Waterloo. Presentations and hands-on activities include information on forest ecosystems, stewardship and conservation of the resource, species at risk, and the impacts of climate change.
The Waterloo Region Museum, in partnership with the City of Kitchener, City of Waterloo, Grand River Conservation Authority, Waterloo Stewardship Network, and the Children's Water Education Council, presents the 2
nd annual Forest Festival for grade 6 and 7 students. This is a structured school program that requires advance registration.
http://www.waterlooregionmuseum.com/upcoming-events/2013-october/waterloo-region-forest-festival.aspx
Thursday October 10
Waterloo Public Square
Mayor’s Oktoberfest Luncheon: 11:30AM - 1PM
Free Sausage Lunch
Oct 11-19
Oktoberfest
Also check with the local festhalls about their family day events.
Oct 11
PA Day Drop-In
Bored? Come to the library for games and crafts! Ages 5 – 12. FREE
Fri. Oct. 11 from 2:30 – 4:00 pm, Country Hills Library, 1500 Block Line Rd, Kitchener
Fri. Oct. 11 from 2:30 – 4:00 pm, Grand River Stanley Park Library, 175 Indian Rd, Kitchener
PD Day Fun
Start Date Friday, October 11, 2013
End Date Friday, October 11, 2013
Time 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Village closes at 4 p.m.)
Looking for a fun way to spend a day off from school? Visit the newly opened exhibit Exploring Trees Inside Out!
Enjoy the day and take part in the hands on activities in the museum and in the historic village. Horse drawn wagon rides and a cup of hot apple cider will make this outing a great way to start a weekend. Admission: $10 Adults, $8 Seniors/Students, $5 Children, Children four and under free, Families $25, all admissions plus HST.
http://www.waterlooregionmuseum.com/upcoming-events/2013-october/pd-day-fun!.aspx
Joseph Schnider Haus
Bringing in the Sheaves - Friday, Oct. 11 – PA Day Happenings
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Take part in some fun and engaging hands-on activities that reflect harvest time for the Schneiders. Learn what rye, wheat, and other grain crops can be transformed into besides tasty baking.
Admission
- Adults $2.25
- Seniors/Students $1.50
- Children $1.25
- Family $5
DrumFit
DrumFIT combines music, dance, rhythm & learning. Ages 5 – 12.
Register online at kpl.org or call 519-743-0644. FREE
Fri. Oct. 11 at 10:00 am, Kitchener Market, 300 King St East
Oct 12
Saturday October 12
Oktoberfest Pancake Breakfast: 7:30AM - 11AM
Waterloo Public Square
Oktoberfest - Cooking like Oma
Start Date: | Saturday, October 12, 2013 10:00 AM |
End Date: | Saturday, October 12, 2013 1:00 PM |
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Title: | Oktoberfest - Cooking like Oma |
Category: | Community event |
Address: | 300 King Street East |
Contact: | Michele McBride-Roach |
Phone: | 519-741-2200 x. 5221 |
Email: | michele.mcbrideroach@kitchener.ca |
Details: | Learn to cook like Oma!
Saturday, Oct. 12
10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Celebrate Oktoberfest at the Kitchener Market!
Bring your family to learn how to make pretzels and other traditional German food like Oma makes. Afterwards, see traditional German dancers and music and appearances from some of your favorite Oktoberfest mascots |
Saturday, October 12, 2013
How to Not Get Lost in the Woods
Laurel Creek Conservation Area, 625 Westmount Rd., Waterloo
Learn how to use GPS to find secret clues around the Conservation Area. Then solve the puzzle to win a (small) prize! GPS units will be available for loan with a valid photo ID. Children 16 years or younger must be accompanied by an adult.
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Meet at: Critter shelter
Price: Free with park admission
Oct 12 and 13
Joseph Schnider Haus
Bringing in The Sheaves - Saturday, Oct. 12 and Sunday, Oct. 13
Explore the many uses of wheat and rye, including baking, straw braiding and basketmaking. Don't misss our Scarecrow Workshop, Oct. 12, 1 to 4 p.m. Bring old clothes for your scarecrow. Prizes!
Admission
- Adults $2.25
- Seniors/Students $1.50
- Children $1.25
- Family $5
October 14 Thanksgiving Day
Oktoberfest Thanksgiving Parade
Starting at 8am in Waterloo
Fall Harvest - Thanksgiving Day
Start Date Monday, October 14, 2013
End Date Monday, October 14, 2013
Time 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
On Thanksgiving Day Monday celebrate Fall Harvest. Bring your family to the Waterloo Region Museum for an afternoon of fun activities and enjoy the magnificent colours of fall in Doon Heritage Village.
Enjoy a horse-drawn wagon rides, live musical entertainment and seasonal hands on activities. Sample some of the many flavours of heritage apple varieties from a century ago. Regular admission.
Oct 16-18
Joseph Schnider Haus
Erntefest - Wednesday, Oct. 16 to Friday, Oct. 18
Join us during
Erntefest(Harvest Festival) for our harvest celebration. The Schneiders will celebrate the fall bounty by baking bread and working straw into baskets and bonnets. Drop by to see demonstrations of pickling and preserving, sauerkraut preparation,
schnitzing (drying) and baking. We'll also be brewing beverages for winter use.
Admission
- Adults $2.25
- Seniors/Students $1.50
- Children $1.25
- Family $5
Oct 17
Steam Train To St. Jacobs
http://www.steam-train.org/
Oct 18
2013 Inclusion Celebration
THE MUSEUM – 10 King St. W, Kitchener (DOWNTOWN KITCHENER)
6:00 p.m. An evening of music, stories and celebrating the people who make Waterloo Region an awesome, inclusive place to be!
Featuring Juno Award Nominated Singer-Songwriter Craig Cardiff
along with
Phil Lehman and the Extendables performing an original song celebrating autism
Third Annual Inclusion Awards
Tickets - $10/adult, $5/child, $25/Family (up to 5)
Teen Cooking @ Ira Needles Sobeys
6pm-7:30pm
ages 12-17 cost is $10 + tax
You must pre-register
Oct 19
Steckle Farms Family Day
$2 donation per person
find the info at the bottom of our PUMPKIN PATCH post http://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.ca/2012/09/pumpkin-patches-and-corn-mazes-in.html
Monster Mischief
A cauldron of fun for the whole family. FREE
Register online at kpl.org or call the host library.
Sat. Oct. 19 at 10:30 am, Country Hills Library, 1500 Block Line Rd, Kitchener
KW Reptile Party @ THEMUSEUM (Downtown Kitchener)
11am
I would think that there is an admission charge as well, so make sure to contact them ahead of time
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Saturday, October 19, 2013 | 9 – 10pm
Location: | Western Engineering Claudette MacKay-Lassonde Pavillion |
Summary: | Go ENG is an exciting opportunity for grade 7-10 girls across Ontario to visit thier local university to learn the wonderful world of engineering. |
Phone number: | 519-661-3102 x86988 |
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Heartwood Place presents : Lebkuchendorf
Join us Saturday, October 19 2013 at Kitchener City Hall Rotunda and have some fun at Lebkuchendorf. In English it means "GINGERBREAD VILLAGE" and that's what we will be creating as families and friends decorate their own gingerbread houses. Bring your imagination and camera for an afternoon of fun. The $10 registration fee will help cover the cost of the supplies. There will be refreshments and prizes! Register http://www.heartwoodplace.ca/main2.cfm?eventid=17
Oct 19 and 20
Joseph Schnider Haus
Apple Schnitzing Bee - Saturday, Oct. 19 and Sunday, Oct. 20
Help preserve the fruits of the apple harvest. Activities include schnitzing, or drying apples, making apple butter, pressing cider and tasting heritage apple varieties.
Admission
- Adults $2.25
- Seniors/Students $1.50
- Children $1.25
- Family $5
Elora Fright Fest
October 19 11am-10pm
October 20 11am – 5pm
Next door to the Mill Street Bakery & Bistro – 15 Mill Street East – Elora, ON
FOOD – FRIENDS – FUN – FAMILY
Get your face painted for the Monster March Parade!
http://www.elora-ontario.com/its-monster-month-elora-fright-fest-october-1920.php
Oct 20
Food Truck Festival
October 20, 2013 at Bingemans
Experience the taste of KW’s Largest FOOD TRUCK rally at Bingmenas
12 noon to 5 pm
Partial Proceeds to Nutrition for Learning
Amazing range of Food from Dessert, Vegan, Haute, Casual,
North American, Asian, European, Mexican – Fusion
http://www.nutritionforlearning.ca/events/
OCT 21
Calling all Disney/Family Channel Fans
https://twitter.com/ConestogaMall/status/387286976098877440/photo/1
Book of the Month Club
For teens ages 12 – 18. Register online at kpl.org. FREE
Girl, Stolen by April Henry, Thurs. Oct. 24 at 4:00 pm, Kitchener Market, 300 King St East
Family Storytime & Craft
Register online at kpl.org or call the host library. FREE
Thurs. Oct. 24, 10:00 – 11:30 am, Country Hills Library, 1500 Block Line Rd, Kitchener
Oct 25
Family Storytime at Kingsdale Community Centre
Sing! Read! Play! For children ages 2 & up & their caregivers. FREE
Fri. Oct. 25 at 10:00 am, Kingsdale Community Centre, 80 Wilson Ave, Kitchener
Oct 26
Mother-Daughter Book Club
For girls in Grades 4 – 6 & their moms.
Register online at kpl.org or call 519-896-1736.
Sat. Oct. 26 at 11:00 am, Grand River Stanley Park Library, 175 Indian Rd, Kitchener
Saturday, October 26, 2013
Pumpkinfest At The Kitchener Market
Join us at the Kitchener Market from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm as we celebrate the fall harvest with pumpkins, crafts for children, cooking, music, and a car show! Make a day of it by grabbing lunch with one of our vendors in the international food court upstairs!
University Of Waterloo Science Open House
10 AM - 4 PM
The day will be filled with fun activities and science experiments for children of all ages.
Some of the activities include:
- hands on chemistry experiments
- gold panning
- walk inside a giant cell
- create a laser maze
and much more!
Be sure to see the
Chemistry Magic Show: 11 AM and 2 PM, in Biology 1- Room 271. This high energy show features loud noise, open flames and demonstrations sure to amaze!
https://uwaterloo.ca/science/events/2013-science-open-house-and-gem-mineral-show
Halloween Treasure Hunt
Laurel Creek Nature Centre, 525 Beaver Creek Rd.,, Waterloo
Use Global Positioning System (GPS) units to hunt for Mr. Potato Head parts. Stick your hands in gooey or scary containers to find his eyes, ears, arms, nose and feet. Bring back a complete Mr. Potato Head to earn your treat. Those 16 years old or younger must be accompanied by an adult.
Time: 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Price: $5 for children under 18 years old and $10 for adults
Registration:Please call the Nature Centre at 519-885-1368 to reserve space
Monster Mischief
A cauldron of fun for the whole family. FREE
Register online at kpl.org or call the host library.
Sat. Oct. 26 at 10:30 am, Forest Heights Library, 251 Fischer-Hallman Rd, Kitchener
Sat. Oct. 26 at 10:30 am, Grand River Stanley Park Library, 175 Indian Rd, Kitchener
Trick Or Treat At The Wilson Education Resource Centre
1pm-4pm
178 Victoria St. S. Kitchener
Grand River Cancer Centre Open House
Celebrate 10 years of exceptional cancer care, close to home.
Join us on October 26, 2013 for tours, refreshments, kids crafts and more! Free parking will be provided and there will be lots of activities for the whole family.
When: Saturday, October 26 9 am - 12 pm
Where: GRH’s cancer centre – 835 King St. W Kitchener
Contact: info@grhosp.on.ca
https://www.facebook.com/events/221631951338095/
Halloween in the Village
Oct 26 2013, 10am-12pm
Waterloo Region Children's Safety Village
200 Maple Grove Rd
On Saturday, October 26, 2013, between 10 a.m. and 12 p.m., the Waterloo Region Children’s Safety Village will be hosting our first ‘Halloween in the Village’ safety event.
Open to the public, the Village will provide Halloween Safety Training to the children who attend. Participants will have an opportunity to participate in a variety of games, activities and crafts, all with the Halloween flair. Children will then trick or treat through the 27 miniature buildings that make up the Village. Refreshments will be provided.
All are welcome and admission is just $5 / child. Each child will receive a reflective safety Halloween bag for trick or treating.
All proceeds from the event will go to support the Waterloo Region Children’s Safety Village.
Sunday, October 27, 2013
Halloween Fun for the Family
Shade's Mills Conservation Area, 450 Avenue Rd., Cambridge
Wander the trails in the Enchanted Forest where nothing is real, use a GPS unit to put Mr. or Ms. Potato Head together again, decorate mini-pumpkins, make a bat kite and more fun activities for the family. Children 16 years or younger must be accompanied by an adult.
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Price: Free with park admission
Oct 26 and 27
Oct 27
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Sunday, October 27, 2013 | 8am
Summary: | Doors open at 8am, auction starts at 10am sharp! Huge 38 class show! Returning this year...Saltwater Frag Swap! This event is for fresh and saltwater enthusiasts of all skill levels. Don't miss the area's largest auction of fish show held only once a year. A great place to see different fish in the show, purchase supplies and fiash at a discount from the auction and ask questions from "a-fish-ionados"! Hosed by the area's aquarium clube, K-W Aquarium Society (KWAS). |
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Halloween Cookie Decorating @ Sobey's Ira Needles
1pm-3pm Oct 27 and 5:30pm-6:30 Oct 30
$4.99 + tax
You must pre-register
Monster Mischief
A cauldron of fun for the whole family. FREE
Register online at kpl.org or call the host library.
Thurs. Oct. 31 at 2:00 pm, Kitchener Market, 300 King St East, Kitchener
Kuchen Pops Halloween Party
Decorate A Cupcake for FREE when you arrive in costume
5:30pm-8:30pm
153 Country Hill Dr. Kitchener
Looking Ahead
YOU HAVE OUR MOVEMBER KIDS KW EVENT ON YOUR CALENDAR RIGHT????
Here are the details http://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.ca/2013/08/movember-kids-kw-2013-at-kitchener.html
Saturday November 16, 2013
Royal City Model Railroaders
Home Layout Tour
A self guided tour of Guelph area model railroads.Several local model railroaders have agreed to open their home layouts to the public.Most Layouts will be open from 10:00am to 5:00pm
Annual free open house of Guelph model railroaders.
Theatre for Young Audiences series, which will feature productions of The Velveteen Rabbit (Dec 4-7) and Pinocchio (March 12-14), along with our Saturday Morning Cartoon Parties (Nov 30 and April 12). Full details at
http://www.registrytheatre.com/.
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