Getting Set For December 2014 and Christmas
Ongoing Events (For Date Specific Events Scroll To The BLAST Portion Of This Post)
Wonders Of Winter - Waterloo Park
Lights on every night thru to Dec 31 – 5:30 to 10:30 pm (later on New Years Eve)
Trolley Nights: Nov 29, Dec 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 24, 26, 27, 31.
Concession nights: Nov 29, Dec 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30 and 31.School House Plays: December 5, 6:30-8:30 PM, December 6, 6:30-8:30 PM and December 12, 6:30-8:30 PM
http://www.wondersofwinter.ca/
Christmas Fantasy - Victoria Park (begins Dec 6)
http://www.kitchenerevents.ca/en/whatson/ChristmasFantasy.asp
Christmas At Castle Kilbride
Various Dates and Times
http://www.castlekilbride.ca/newsckList.php
Tuesdays
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!
December schedule
- December 2: Crafts
- December 9: Erick Traplin
- December 16: Christmas party with Erick Traplin and Santa Claus
http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Kids_Hop.asp
Thursdays
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! Ages 2-5 + caregiver http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Kids_Art_free_art_program.asp
Saturdays KPL Kids’ Club
Kitchener Market, 300 King St. E. (Upper Level)
Every Saturday, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Take a break from shopping and stop by the Kitchener Public Library Space for stories, crafts and fun.
No registration required.
Family Favourites $2.50 Films @ Cineplex
11am
December 6 Nightmare Before Christmas PG 76 min.
December 13 It’s a Wonderful Life G 130 min.
December 20 Joyeux Noel 14A 116 min.
December 27 Christmas Vacation PG 97 min.
Sundays
December 7 How the Grinch Stole Christmas G 105 min
December 14 Mr. Peabody and Sherman G 92 min
The Little MermaidThe Splashy New Broadway Musical
November 19 - December 21 | Dunfield Theatre Cambridge
In a magical kingdom fathoms below, the beautiful mermaid Ariel longs to leave the ocean to live in the world above. When the evil sea witch Ursula grants Ariel the opportunity to sprout legs and go after the heart of Prince Eric, she jumps at the opportunity. But with forces working against her, Ariel will need help if she is ever to see her dreams come true.https://www.draytonentertainment.com/Online/article/2014_mermaid_dtc?sessionlanguage=
KW Little Theatre presents... Yes Virginia, There is Santa Claus
Various Dates
Location:Kitchener Waterloo Little Theatre
Address:9 Princess St. East
THE BLAST
Dec 1
CP Holiday Train
| Cambridge (Galt) | 10 Malcolm Street, former Galt Station | 2014-12-1 | 4:00 PM | 4:15 PM - 4:55 PM | 4:55 PM | Kira Isabella |
| Ayr | Inglis Street at CP crossing | 2014-12-1 | 5:15 PM | 5:30 PM - 6:10 PM | 6:10 PM | Kira Isabella |
Family Storytime and Swap
Grand River KPL Wednesday, December 3 from 9 am to noon
Join us for a fun-filled morning of stories, songs and a swap!
Between November 24 and December 3, drop off any previously loved baby/kids
clothes, toys or books at the Grand River Stanley Park Library.
On December 3, drop-in for Story Time and pick up some new-to-you treasures!
You do not need to have donated items in order to participate in the swap. Any
remaining items will be donated to the Community Outreach Program at Our
Place, Family Resource and Early Years Centre.
All ages
No registration required.
MOMS' NIGHT OUT
Ladies night out - Cocktails and appetizers: Thursday, Dec. 4, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Impress your holiday guests with the cocktail and appetizer recipes you'll learn in this informative, hands-on cooking class! Enjoy a glass of wine while our chef teaches you delicious cocktails combined with delectable appetizers. And perhaps the best part, you get to sample your creations throughout the class!
http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Cooking_classes.asp
Dec 4-7
The Snow Queen @ The Registry Theatre
Friday Family Drop-in
Country Hills KPL Friday, December 5 @ 2:30 – 4 pm
Games and activities for kids and caregivers to play with and explore.
All ages
No registration required.
Winter Lights And Music @ Market Square Guelph
6:30pm-10pm
A free family-friendly event to start off the holiday season.
- Festive fanfare by Guelph Symphony Orchestra’s Brass Quartet
- Welcome by Mayor-Elect Cam Guthrie
- Lighting of the Christmas tree and Square
- Public skating to holiday music
http://guelph.ca/event/winter-lights-music/
Dec 5-7
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Friday, December 5 – Sunday, December 7, 2014
| Summary: | December 5 & 6 at 7:30pm, December 7 at 1:30pm. North Perth Players will bring Dickens classic, A Christmas Carol to the stage! Suitable for all ages but recommended for those 6+. Advance tickets: Adult $15, 12 and under $5 will be available at Chocolates on main in Listowel after November 12. |
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Dec 6
Santa Claus Breakfast: Dec. 6, 10-11:30 a.m. Kitchener MarketDine with the big man himself! Santa will visit the Marketplace for a sit-down family-style breakfast and photo session. This event has limited seating, please register early through our cooking classes page to ensure a spot and let us know exactly how many people in your family will be attending this event. This breakfast is free with a donation to the food bank.
Register at http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Cooking_classes.asp
Candyland in Cambridge
Synthetic ice surface offers 'any weather' family fun! Marshmallow toss, jumbo candy kebobs, live entertainment, donut bumpers, ice building blocks, gingerbread houses, sweet treats and Santa and Mrs. Claus! 10am - 5pm
Central Park, 615 King Street, East Cambridge
Baden Santa Claus Parade
1:30pm
Take Your Child To The Bookstore Day @ WERC
Christmas Fantasy Kick Off
4:30pm-7:30pm
Victorial Park
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Saturday, December 6, 2014 | 6 – 8pm
| Summary: | With Carol Singing and treats! Free admission-freewill offering accepted. |
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The Waterloo Regional Police Male Chorus is hosting a Christmas concert with special Guests, Susan Aglukark, singer/songwriter and the Eastwood collegiate Girls treble Choir.
7pm
First Baptist Church 306 Erb St W. Waterloo
Part of the proceeds will be donated to Monica Place Waterloo for pregnant and parenting youth and Susan Aglukark's Arctic Rose Project
to feed hungry children in the Arctic.
Santa is Coming!
Santa is Coming to EAFWR and ASWR
Join us for a photo with Santa, delicious treats and a holiday craft!
We have created a calm and quiet atmosphere for anyone with a disability and/or sensory sensitivities (and their siblings) to come and meet Santa.
- Saturday December 6: 10am-12:30pm, 1:30pm-4pm
- Sunday December 7: 10am-12:30pm, 1:30pm-4pm
Call 519-741-0190 x0 to sign up for your time with Santa
Due to the popularity of this event, you must register to reserve for your time with Santa!
http://www.eafwr.on.ca/events/santa-eafwr/
Dec 7
Volunteer Recognition and Country Christmas at Waterloo Region Museum (DOON)
11am-4pm
It's a special Country Christmas event to recognize the wonderful work and time volunteers contribute to the Region of Waterloo - our way of saying thank you!
Take a horse-drawn ride, tour the exhibits in the Waterloo Region Museum, take in some seasonal silent movies, musical entertainment, meet Father Christmas and enjoy the special activities and seasonal goodies that will make your day at the Waterloo Region Museum extra special. General public are welcome as well.
Regional volunteers are free. Public admission: $10 Adults, $8 Seniors/Students, $5 Children, Children four and under free, all admissions plus HST.
Dec 9
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Tuesday, December 9, 2014 | 7pm
| Summary: | A Community Caroling Concert with Inshallah and the Inter-Mennonite Children's Choir.
Phone: 519-746-0722 |
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MOMS' NIGHT OUT
Ladies night out - Cocktails and appetizers: Thursday, Dec. 11, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Impress your holiday guests with the cocktail and appetizer recipes you'll learn in this informative, hands-on cooking class! Enjoy a glass of wine while our chef teaches you delicious cocktails combined with delectable appetizers. And perhaps the best part, you get to sample your creations throughout the class!
http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Cooking_classes.asp
Country Christmas at Waterloo Region Museum (DOON)
Enjoy a Christmas in the country from the last turn of the century. A great way to celebrate this holiday season!
Take a horse-drawn wagon ride, let the little ones meet Father Christmas, sing along with Christmas carols and enjoy the sites and sounds of a Christmas past.
Admission: $10 Adults, $8 Seniors/Students, $5 Children, Children four and under free, all admissions plus HST.
Dec 12
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Friday, December 12, 2014 | 7:30pm
| Summary: | Featuring CBC radio's Tom Allen (narrator), Larry Larson (trumpet), Lori Gemmell (harp) and Ian Sadler (pipe organ). Tickets for adults $25 in advance/$30 at the door; for children and students $5 in advance/$10 at the door. 519-699-5367 or 746-6768. |
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Dec 13
Gingerbread making with Santa: Dec 13, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Kitchener MarketBring your kids to the Marketplace to stir up a storm with fun themes and activities focused around food, cooking and nutrition. Classes are taught by one of our professional chefs who give your kids, and you, lots of opportunities to participate. This month, come make and decorate a gingerbread house with Santa Claus! This class is free, please indicate the number of participants when you register so we can ensure we have the right amount of ingredients on hand.Register at http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Cooking_classes.asp
North House Christmas Tour (RareSites)
Description:
Saturday, December 13, 2014
10:00 am to 11:30 am
North House
North House is a solar-powered, green housing prototype that is used as a living lab by researchers and provides a science and technology site for
rare's school programs. On this tour, explore many of the emerging technological advances and concepts of modern living showcased at North House and perhaps see The Spirit of Christmas Future!
Cost: $8.00 or $3.00 with an Events Discount card
http://www.raresites.org/events/?ee=126
Dec 13-14
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Saturday, December 13 – Sunday, December 14, 2014
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| Summary: | Join us for a Victorian Christmas House Tour at Les Diplomates B&B in Waterloo/ Dec 13 & 14/ from 2-6 P.M./ at 100 Blythwood Road in Waterloo/. Hot apple cider along with cakes, cookies and goodies, will be offered and served. All proceeds from the donation box will go to the Waterloo Public Library.. Joyeux Noël a Tous & Merry Christmas to all! Victorian Christmas |
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PARENTS' NIGHT OUT
Wine And Art: Tuesday, Dec. 16, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Join us for a fun new series - Wine & Art! Hosted by a certified Art Innovators teacher, this two-hour class will feature hands-on instruction as you create two pieces of artwork, accompanied by wine and a platter of gourmet cheese. The artwork created in this session will be an acrylic painting of winter trees.
Register at http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Cooking_classes.asp
Dec 19
Friday Family Drop-in
Country Hills KPL Friday, December 19 @ 2:30 – 4 pm
Games and activities for kids and caregivers to play with and explore.
All ages
No registration required.
Dec 19
Winter Fun Family Event @ WERC
Noon-6pm
Winter themed crafts and games, WERC choir performs at 5:30pm
Free admission. Taking donations for the science lab
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2369595749/#!/photo.php?fbid=10152824685522570&set=gm.10152842717100750&type=1&theater
Lamplight @ Woodside
Friday, December 19
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Behold the splendour of a Woodside Christmas by the soft glow of lamplight. Cozy up under the mistletoe and enjoy hot apple cider. On our grounds, warm up by the crackling fire and sample roasted chestnuts. $7.80 per person. This program requires advance registration as space is limited. Please register before Friday, December 12 by calling 519-571-5684. This program is subject to minimum enrollment.
http://www.pc.gc.ca/eng/lhn-nhs/on/woodside/visit/visit3.aspx
Dec 20
Kids In The Kitchen and Christmas Market @ Kitchener Market
Reindeer Treats 10am- Noon
Christmas market
December 20, 7 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Make a festive craft! Be sure to visit the market to pick up all of your holiday entertaining needs. Carolers will celebrate the Christmas spirit with beautiful holiday songs.
http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Christmas-in-the-Market.asp?_mid_=91081
Christmas Cheer
Saturday, December 20
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Delight in the spirit of a Victorian Christmas as you are guided on an interpretive tour of the King family home decorated for the season. Hear a selection of carols from the era. Sample seasonal baking complimented by tea and coffee. Admission: $14.70 per person. This program requires advance registration as space is limited. Please register before Friday, December 12 by calling 519-571-5684. This program is subject to minimum enrollment.
http://www.pc.gc.ca/eng/lhn-nhs/on/woodside/visit/visit3.aspx
Dec 22
Kung Fu Panda Movie Marathon
Central Library, 85 Queen St. N.
Monday, December 22 @ 2 pm: Kung Fu Panda PG (92 min)
Monday, December 22 @ 3:30 pm: Kung Fu Panda Holiday PG (21 min)
Monday, December 22 @ 4 pm: Kung Fu Panda 2 PG (90 min)
Start your winter holiday with a fun movie marathon! Drop in and watch just one, or the entireKung Fu Panda series. Fun for the whole family.
Dec 28
The Nutcracker Performance By Canada's Ballet Jorgen @ Centre In The Square
2pm and 7pm
For more information visit our post about THE NUTCRACKER and you may just become a lucky ticket winner!
Dec 28- Jan4
Event Calendar for Woodbine Centre Fantasy Fair
http://www.fantasyfair.ca/events/Default.htm
Prices vary http://www.fantasyfair.ca/pricing/Default.htm
Dec 29
The Kratt Brothers In Brantford
Animated Kratt Brothers, Martin and Chris, "come to real life" in a classically Wild Kratts story.
Off "To the Creature Rescue!” the Kratt Brothers activate some fan favorite Creature Power Suits to confront a comic villain. Through hilarious pratfalls and amazing animal ‘wow facts’ the Wild Kratts team rescues a helpless animal friend and returns her home "Living Free and in the Wild!"
Tickets are $30.00 and VIP tickets are $75.00 for Wild Kratts and are available by visiting the Sanderson Centre box office located at 88 Dalhousie Street, Brantford.
NEW YEAR'S EVE
Kitchener City Hall
Activities planned for this years event include live entertainment for both children and adults beginning at 7 p.m. on Civic Square until the clock hits midnight.
Inside the Rotunda we'll feature a Toy Con and 80's throwback party presented by Canadian Toy Con, a vintage arcade games lounge presented by Games Exchange, 80's videos and more.
Additional details for his years lineup will be released shortly.
Children's Programming will take place on Civic Square from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
The remaining evening program will take over Civic Square from 9 p.m. until midnight
http://www.kitchenerevents.ca/en/whatson/New-Years-Eve.asp
Waterloo Public Square and Various Facilities
The City of Waterloo celebrates New Year's Eve - Dec. 31 - with activities at our recreation facilities thanks to generous support from sponsors. Ring in the new year with us!
Family celebration in Waterloo Public Square will run from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Dec. 31, with free outdoor skating to today’s hottest music and special effects by Thunderstorm productions. Enjoy Free hot chocolate courtesy of Tim Hortons plus free party favors while supplies last!
Mad science will be on hand for the evening with jaw-dropping demonstrations and free interactive activities for the kids. This year, everyone can take home their very own home made slime to enjoy for hours on end.
Tim Holland the puppet tamer, with his crazy antics and funny friends, has just been added to the exciting lineup.
Kids who can’t stay up until the clock strikes midnight can take part in an early countdown at 9 p.m. with a free ginger ale “champagne” toast, followed by the FX Worx Inc. fireworks display raining down on the Public Square.
Free indoor public skating will be held at the Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex and RIM Park’s Manulife Financial Sportsplex from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. These events have been generously sponsored by Tim Hortons.
Family New Year's Eve Party Cambridge
December 31 - 5-8pm
Hespeler Arena, 640 Ellis RoadJoin family and
friends to celebrate a new year. Plan your evening Family
New Years Eve
Chicopee New Year's Eve Bash New Year’s Eve Bash & Fireworks
Ring in the new year at Chicopee with free skiing and snowboarding, followed by an awesome fireworks show.
From 5:00pm - 9:00pm:
Lift tickets are FREE
Discover Lessons are FREE
Rentals are just $20
Then, at 10pm, we will have our annual fireworks display with a hot chocolate toast.
There is no cost for watching the fireworks display, so come out and bring the family!
http://www.discoverchicopee.com/index.php/events/info/new_years_eve_bash_fireworks/
Upcoming Events
PARENTS' NIGHT OUT COOKING CLASSES
MORE FUN-FILLED FAMILY SHOWS COMING TO THE CENTRE
KITCHENER, ON – Centre In The Square announces three fun-filled family shows coming to The Studio on Saturdays starting in January 2015: Pomme: The Story of An Apple, Doktor Kaboom! and Bill Blagg’s Trickin’.
Pomme: The Story of An Apple
Saturday, January 31, 2015 11 AM & 2 PM
Inspired by haikus written in Quebec and in France, Pomme captures young imaginations with puppet movement and playful characters. Pomme is an apple who wishes to become a person, and through his journey he discovers that being an apple is really okay. Full of gentle wit and humour, Pomme is a puppet poem to savour as a family. Recommended for ages 3 to 6.
Doktor Kaboom!
Saturday, March 14, 2015 at 11 AM & 2 PM
Doktor Kaboom! is an hilarious interactive science variety show for audiences of all ages created by Actor/Comedian David Epley. Using theatre and humour Doktor Kaboom! takes his audience on an amazing tour through the wonders of scientific exploration. Join him for a side-splitting journey of increasingly spectacular (and often successful) science experiments and demonstrations.
Bill Blagg’s Trickin’
Saturday, May 9, 2015 at 11 AM and 2 PM
Bill Blagg’s cabaret show Trickin’ is a highly interactive experience packed with Bill’s trademark magic and comedy! From flying toilet paper to balloon sword swallowing, this non-stop show has it all! Minds will be read, wedding rings will vanish (don’t worry they come back), ordinary objects will come to life and much more! Trickin’takes the magic from the stage to the audience and even puts it in their hands! This is an action-packed not-to-be-missed show filled with magical surprises, tons of laughs and total entertainment
Tickets to Pomme: The Story of An Apple, Doktor Kaboom!, and Bill Blagg’s Trickin’ may be purchased online at www.centreinthesquare.com, by calling 519-578-1570 or 1-800-265-8977, or in person at the Centre In The Square Box Office (101 Queen Street North). Tickets for each show are $10 (adult), $5 (child), or $25 (family of 5) plus applicable fees.
If we missed an event, be sure to add it to the comments below!
