JUNE 2014
OngoingKids’ Hop
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!Erick Traplin, a popular local musician, performs some of kids' favourite songs on alternate Tuesdays. On the crafts and storytime days, listen to seasonal tales and work together to create unique crafts. Find the schedule here http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Kids_Hop.asp
Afterwards, stop by one of our international food court vendors for a healthy and kid-friendly lunch with plenty of options for adults too!
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Squiggles to Grins - FREE art program every Thursday @ Kitchener Market
Every Thursday from 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Art Innovators will be hosting Squiggles to Grins at the Kitchener Market – a program for children and their parents. Participate in a fun, unique, hands-on creative art experience!
FREE!
AFTER the program, be sure to stop by one of our market vendors for a healthy and kid-friendly lunch with lots of options for adults too!
Space is limited! Reserve a spot now for the Art Innovators’ programs ON THURSDAY by calling 226-647-2781 or emailing Art Innovators at:
pfield@artinnovators.com
The New Downtown Kitchener Library Is Open!
For all KPL events at all the Kitchener Libraries check out http://on.evanced.info/kpl/lib/eventcalendar.asp
Waterloo Public Library events are at http://calendar.wpl.ca/eventcalendar.asp and Cambridge Libraries are here http://www.cambridgelibraries.ca/calendar/date/2014-06/args/all/all/all
June 1
Fire Station Open House
Children and families will have the opportunity to learn about fire prevention and safety through fire rescue, and live fire demonstrations. Children will be able to engage by trying their hand at the fire hose, find their way through the fire maze, learn in the fun safety house, test out their mini-putt skills, jump around on bouncers and so much more!
In addition, there will be a variety of activities including a fun and interactive building workshop and dazzling entertainment by children’s performer, Doug the Great, who is sure to keep the kids asking for more!
A variety of food truck vendors will be open for business to keep your energy up for the festivities.
Come and join the fun and learn with us!
Location: Kitchener Fire Headquarters, 270 Strasburg Road
When: Sunday June 1, 2014
When: 10 – 3 p.m.
Cost: FREE! (food and drink not included)
http://ow.ly/xt9EE
Eastbridge Scavenger Hunt
10am-1pm
$10 per team http://www.eastbridge.info/index.php?option=com_events&task=view_detail&agid=73&year=2014&month=06&day=01&Itemid=1
Kitchener BikeFest in front of Kitchener City Hall from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
BikeFest is a community festival which celebrates the power of the simple bicycle and its role in positively transforming our health, environment, and community. Bring the family for a day of fun, including organized bike rides, bicycle safety checks, cycling skills workshops, an outdoor market, food trucks, live music, and lots of free swag giveaways including the City’s 2014 waterproof, bike map.
Dumfries (Cambridge) Conservation Area Kitefest
Noon-3pm
http://www.windclimbers.ca/dumfries-kitefest-1
KW Art Gallery
Sunday, Jun 1
Drop-in 1 – 4 pm | All ages welcome | Activities designed for
ages 4 – 12 + adult companion
Share creative time with friends and family exploring the world of art and creativity. Enjoy the exhibitions and make one-of-a-kind artwork of your own, take part in drama workshops and interactive games, and listen to stories told by our friends at the Kitchener Public Library. New activities each month.
Art Making: Drop-in anytime between 1 – 4 pm
Visit the Exhibitions: Drop-in anytime between 1 – 4 pm
Story Time: Available at 1:45 pm and 2:45 pm; 15 minute sessions
Drama Workshops: Available at 2 pm and 3 pm; 20 minute sessions
Special Spring Activities:
Jun 1 – Calling all Rainbow Loom® fanatics! Bring along your loom and looming supplies and join us in our “looming circle.” Work on your own colourful creations and share ideas with other creative kids! Drop-in anytime between 1 – 4 pm.
* Suggested donation of $5 per child.
http://www.kwag.ca/en/programs/FamilySundays.asp
Homer Watson Gallery Community Appreciation Day
1pm-4pm
Tours and BBQ
http://www.homerwatson.on.ca/community-appreciation-day-2/
Kidspork KW Launch
2pm-4pm
Meet 2-time Olympic Medalist Heather Moyse
http://www.kwkidsport.com/news-events
Cambridge Kinsmen Carnival
Riverside Park
http://prestonkinclubs.org/prestonkincarnival/
June 2
Last day to register for Free Swimming Lessons For New Canadians
http://www.kitchener.ca/en/livinginkitchener/Swimming_Lessons.asp
June 4
Parents' Night Out
Farmer's Dinner: Wednesday, June 4, 6:30-8:30 p.m. @ Kitchener Market
Go out for dinner on a weeknight and experience something completely new! This dinner brings together chefs, farmers and foodies, all at the same table. We begin the evening with passed hors d'oeuvres in our open concept kitchen; you are then seated at our harvest table for the remainder of the evening for a farmer-inspired four-course meal. We make everything in-house, from scratch, so enjoy our fresh baked bread, fun twists on classic dishes and phenomenal desserts! Please feel free to bring your own wine or beer to enjoy with the meal.
Farmer: Charles Quality Meats. The 'Lobrutto Brother's' farm is in St. Agatha and are a true 'farm to table' butcher, raising and processing their meats all on site. Charles Quality Meats are all antibiotic and hormone-free. Beef and lamb are their specialties, which we will be featuring in the tasting menu.
Contact Michele.McBrideRoach@kitchener.ca to register
For more cooking classes this month visit http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Cooking_classes.asp#June
June 5-7
Act One Play Festival @ Registry Theatre
Shows nightly at 7:30 PM. Tickets are $12, $10 students/seniors, and $5 through eyeGO to the Arts. To order tickets, contact Centre In the Square at 519 578 1570 or 1 800 265 8977 or Buy Tickets Online at http://bit.ly/1icPdeL
https://www.facebook.com/events/702964276410534
June 6
Movie Night- How to Train Your Dragon
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 Grand River Parks Membership 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 10:15 p.m.
Price: Free with admission or $10.00 per vehicle
June 7
Local Food Celebration @ Kitchener Market
We start the day at 9:30 with a tour of our vendors led by Chef D as he picks up local, fresh farm produce, culminating in a cooking lesson utilizing those ingredients. Then at 11 in the Marketplace Chef Mike from Breadbaron serves up lunch appetizers and leads a discussion on the importance of using fresh ingredients! Finally, we end the day with a kids cooking activity, also hosted in the Marketplace, by Chef Gabby of the Walper Hotel.
http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/Calendar/Details.aspx?Id=7c12c867-eef6-4d86-a1e0-ed42c16e20a7
Tri-Pride
Kitchener City Hall
Kid’s Area – Noon to 5pm – A free Kids only play space featuring kid friendly activities and exhibits including a fire truck and police exhibit
http://2014festival.tri-pride.ca/tri-pride-live-music-festival-2014-june-7/
Our Time Machine
Noon-4pm
WERC
178 Victoria St. S. Kitchener
https://www.facebook.com/events/1389192911324825/
Circus @ The Aud
June 7 and 8
Greek Food Festival
Children under 12 free, admission $2 or a Food Bank Donation
Sts. Peter and Paul Greek Orthodox Church located at 527 Bridgeport Road East
Times vary. Info at http://stspeterandpaulgoc.ca/?page_id=70
June 8
Muslim Women Through A Diverse Lense @ Kitchener City Hall
A Kids Zone will also be there with arts and crafts, face painting, and entertainers. Other fun activities include trying on Hijabs, name calligraphy, and henna. For more information on the Coalition of Muslim Women visit www.cmw-kw.org
Muppet Themed Tap Show @ Conrad Centre (DOWNTOWN) 4:30pm
https://www.facebook.com/groups/645963162151140/members/#!/photo.php?fbid=10152488814659265&set=gm.10152414594930750&type=1&theater
June 11
Herrles Market Opens For their 50th season!
https://twitter.com/HerrlesMarket/status/471255835449262080
June 12
Just For Cats Film Festival (YouTube's Cats!)
7pm @ Princess Cinemas
$20 + fees Fundraiser for KW Humane Society
http://www.princesscinemas.com/movie/just-for-cats-internet-cat-video-festival
June 13
Young Female Firefighter Career Day
9am-4pm
Sign up info can be found here
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10152469939154656&set=a.335160189655.151006.61828104655&type=1&theater
Movie Night- Kung Fu Panda
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 Grand River Parks Membership 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 10:15 p.m.
Price: Free with admission or $10.00 per vehicle
June 14
Father's Day BBQ @ Kitchener Market
10am-1pm
Join us on the piazza for fun in the sun celebrating fathers everywhere! A free jumbo hotdog for all dads, live music, crafts for kids, as well as a sneak peek at the line-up of classic cars for Cruising on King!
http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/Calendar/Details.aspx?Id=a4c8168f-701b-4f44-bfd0-9beaca6d877a
Waterloo Service Center Open House
10am-3pm
265 Lexington Ct. Waterloo
The open house will feature fire equipment, dump trucks, sweepers, backhoes and more. Kids will also enjoy the petting zoo, balloons, face painting and free popcorn
http://www.waterloo.ca/openhouse/
$5 Car Wash To Support Nutrition For Learning and CF
11am
https://www.facebook.com/events/1456058647946972/#!/events/241765222686783/
Family Fun Day @ Breslau Recreation Centre
2pm-5pm followed by an Outdoor Movie @ Dusk
$2
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10152854089591040&set=a.10152763268616040.1073741828.308051346039&type=1&theater
Campfires and Fireflies
Laurel Creek Conservation Area, 625 Westmount Rd., Waterloo
Our topic is ‘Fire’ and we will begin with a campfire and marshmallow roasting while we wait for sunset. Then we will search for fireflies in the meadow trails, maybe catch a few to inspect up close! We will provide marshmallows and roasting sticks. Children 16 years or younger must be accompanied by an adult.
Time: 8:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Meet at: Baseball shelter
Price: Free with park admission
JUNE 15
HAPPY FATHER'S DAY
Subaru Triathlon
Shade's Mills Conservation Area, 450 Avenue Rd., CambridgeThis is the first time this event has taken place in Cambridge. The swim will be at Shade's Mills CA. Athlete entry has already been paid by Ironman Canada Inc. Family and friends will pay $5 per spectator. The fees paid go to Shade's Mills Conservation Area. Athletes please enter the Main Gate and you will be directed where to park.
More Information: www.trisportcanada.com
Time: 7:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Price: See website www.trisportcanada.com
Registration: Register and see a full schedule at trisport Canada
June 17
Farmers Picnic @ Steckle Farm
5:30pm-8:30pm
Cost is $35 per family
Register at http://www.stecklehomestead.ca/annual-farmers-picnic/
June 18
World Refugee Day Awards of Distinction
By Community Coalition on Refugee and Immigration Concerns (CCORIC)
6pm-8pm Kitchener City Hall
• Presentation of Waterloo Region’s first annual World Refugee Day Awards of Distinction
• Enjoy a diverse array of music and dance from local community groups of refugee origin
• Light refreshments
Contact: Fauzia Mazhar at (519) 745-4404 ext 209 or fmazhar@kdchc.org
June 20
Cambridge Mayor's Celebration of the Arts
Cambridge City Hall
4:30pm
Children and parents are invited to join us for special activities designed to entertain and delight a young audience from 4:30 to 6:00 pm. Be sure to arrive early, FREE candy bags are available for the first 200 children in attendance
http://www.cambridge.ca/article.php?ssid=510
Movie Night- Puss In Boots
Shade's Mills Conservation Area, 450 Avenue Rd., CambridgeCome 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 Grand River Parks Memebership 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 10:15 p.m.
Price: Free with admission or $10.00 per vehicle
June 20 and 21
Westvale Fun Fair
Midway, Facepainting and Fireworks
https://www.facebook.com/events/499625450165148/
June 21
St. Agatha Strawberry Festival
10am-6pm
http://www.stagathastrawberryfest.com/
Cosplay Picnic @ Victoria Park
12:30pm
https://www.facebook.com/events/1456058647946972/
Not far outside of town in St. Mary's Ontario Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum Induction Day. Apperances by Blue Jays Alumni 1:00pm
http://www.pinterest.com/pin/43699058859661602/
Forest Heights Community Centre Fun Day
Afternoon
http://www.fhcakitchener.ca/news.htm
Saturday, June 21, 2014 | 7:30 – 9:30pm
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June 21 and 22
KW Multicultural Festival and Latitudes Storytelling Festival
Both at Victoria Park
http://www.kwmc.on.ca/content/multicultural-festival
http://latitudesfestival.com/
Summer Lights Festival KW (overnight)
9pm June 21-2am June 22
https://www.facebook.com/events/645358515557696/
June 27
Friday, June 27, 2014 | 10:30am – 12pm
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Ethnic Fashion and Potluck
By Reception House Waterloo Region
Noon-3pm Victoria Park, Kitchener
• Come join refugees celebrating the World Refugee Day
• Enjoy live band “Space of Hope”(a contribution from Shamrose for Syrian Culture)
• Ethnic fashion show and dance
• Crafts for children
• Opportunity to meet with the board members and staff of Reception House
• Bring a dish to share and come to celebrate with us the courage and spirit of refugees
Contact: Ibtihag Sidahmed at 519-743-2113 or ibtihag@kwrcentre.ca
http://worldrefugeedaykw.ca/events/
Friday, June 27, 2014 | 6 – 9pm
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Movie Night - Chicken Run
Shade's Mills Conservation Area, 450 Avenue Rd., CambridgeCome 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 Grand River Parks Membership 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 10:15 p.m.
Price: Free with admission or $10.00 per vehicle
June 28
StoryMob with KPL
Details
| Start Date: | Saturday, June 28, 2014 9:00 AM |
| End Date: | Saturday, June 28, 2014 12:00 PM |
| Title: | StoryMob with KPL |
| Category: | Children's activity |
| Contact: | Michele McBride-Roach |
| Phone: | 519-741-2287 |
| Email: | info@kitchenermarket.ca |
| Details: | As part of the TD Summer Reading Club National kick-off we are doing a StoryMob on Saturday, June 28th. On the same day Story Mobs will be happening in: Carbonnear, Newfoundland & Labrador; Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island; Candiac, Quebec; Dollard des Ormeaux, Quebec; Ottawa, Ontario; Winnipeg, Manitoba; Edmonton, Alberta; and four spots in Toronto. 9:00 – 11:00: we will be making special crafts during the Kids Club at the Market (i.e. costumes, masks, signs etc.) that can be used during the StoryMob 11:00 – 11:30: Mustering – getting everyone ready to go! 11:30: parade around the upper level of the Market, out on to the piazza (weather permitting) for the StoryMob. Once on the piazza, we will take over for a lively and interactive reading of the book. This is a free family event in partnership with the Kitchener Public Library for children of all ages so bring the group! |
Croatian Day @ Kitchener Market
Celebration of Croatian culture including food and music on Saturday, June 28, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Presented by the KW Croatia Club. FREE!
Cinema Under the Stars. June 28 -8 pm. At McLennan Park Kitchener. Free movies Night at the park. Bring a food donation. Movie TBA
June 28 and 29
Firefighters Challenge @ Moose Winooskis
Sportsworld Crossing
Competition runs Saturday and Sunday all day and family Movie Night Saturday at dusk featuring the Lego Movie. Bring the family down for the competition and stay for the movie. Free Pop, Popcorn and Hot Dogs for the movie. Asking for a donations for Camp Bucko, the charity for this awesome event.
https://www.facebook.com/moosewinooskiskitchener/photos/a.289907021129725.69811.287960967990997/570088973111527/?type=1
The Waterloo Air Show
Prices vary. http://waterlooairshow.com/
June 29
Cinema Under the Stars. June 28 -8 pm. At McLennan Park Kitchener. Free movies Night at the park. Bring a food donation. Movie TBA
June 28 and 29
Firefighters Challenge @ Moose Winooskis
Sportsworld Crossing
Competition runs Saturday and Sunday all day and family Movie Night Saturday at dusk featuring the Lego Movie. Bring the family down for the competition and stay for the movie. Free Pop, Popcorn and Hot Dogs for the movie. Asking for a donations for Camp Bucko, the charity for this awesome event.
https://www.facebook.com/moosewinooskiskitchener/photos/a.289907021129725.69811.287960967990997/570088973111527/?type=1
The Waterloo Air Show
Prices vary. http://waterlooairshow.com/
Kick-start your summer by bringing the family to the 2014 Waterloo Air Show, June 28th and 29th. The Canadian Forces Snowbirds will highlight amazing aerial displays of aerobatics, jets and warbirds! New this year will be a Jet School Bus screaming 367mph down the runway spewing a trail of fire
Aviation is showcased on the ground too with additional aircraft parked on the tarmac to get up close to, take photos and speak to the pilots. To round out the day, there will be aviation and community displays, kids activities, performer autographs, food truck alley and licensed areas.
Bring your blankets, chairs and cameras out to the Region of Waterloo International Airport and pick your spot on the grass. There’s not a bad seat in the house when you’re looking skywards!
DATE: Saturday, June 28 & Sunday, June 29
TIME: Gates open 10am - 5pm. Air Show begins at 1pm.
WHERE: Region of Waterloo International Airport, 4881 Fountain Street North, Breslau
COST: General Admission $ 30
Children 5-12 $15
Seniors (65+) $17
Children under 5 FREE
Veterans: FREE
Family (2 Adults & 2 Children) 80
Sky Chalet Tent: $180 (One DAY Sky Chalet VIP Admission to the Air Show
Dedicated Sky Chalet VIP Tent
Onsite VIP Parking
Special VIP Entrance
Early Admission to the Air Show
Catered Food from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Open Pop, Water & Juice Bar
Cash Beer & Wine Bar (you get 2 tickets for an alcoholic beverage of your choice)
Note: Valid photo ID required for alcoholic beverages
Table and Chair Seating in the VIP Sky Chalet Area
Up close to the Action in a Prime Viewing Location (Awesome for Photos!)
One 2014 Waterloo Air Show Wall Calendar
Access to VIP Bathroom Facilities
Dedicated Sky Chalet VIP Tent
Onsite VIP Parking
Special VIP Entrance
Early Admission to the Air Show
Catered Food from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Open Pop, Water & Juice Bar
Cash Beer & Wine Bar (you get 2 tickets for an alcoholic beverage of your choice)
Note: Valid photo ID required for alcoholic beverages
Table and Chair Seating in the VIP Sky Chalet Area
Up close to the Action in a Prime Viewing Location (Awesome for Photos!)
One 2014 Waterloo Air Show Wall Calendar
Access to VIP Bathroom Facilities
TICKETS: www.waterlooairshow.com or at the gate.
MORE INFO: www.waterlooairshow.com
June 29
Sunday, June 29, 2014 | 3 – 8pm
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