Friday, July 31, 2015

Stuff To Do In Kitchener Waterloo - August 2015 Kidspark, Bluesfest, Busker Carnival Moparfest And More Events And Activities

Our blast contains ongoing events, one time special events and contests!!!! Because info changes quickly always check the links provided to ensure you have the up to date information

SUMMER VACATION IS IN FULL SWING! MAKE SURE TO FILL YOUR SUMMER DAYS WITH LOTS OF FUN ACTIVITIES. REMEMBER SCHOOL IS JUST ONE MONTH AWAY


Ongoing August Events (see specific date events under the BLAST heading)

Research Studies @ UofW
Contact Lens Research
Currently the top contact lens research centre in the world is continuing to accomplish great things through research done right here at UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOO

The studies are non-invasive and all of our participants are compensated at $20/hr for their time and often get free contact lenses or glasses.
Right they are recruiting 7-11 year olds to participate in a 3yr study
Infant Studies Group
If you’re looking for something new and fun to do with your child, we would love to have you participate in one of our studies! Help us discover how children learn about language and the world around them. Typical studies involve a one time, half hour visit. You stay with your child the entire time and receive a small gift for participating as well! Please contact us or visit our website for more information. We hope to see you soon!
TEL: 519 888 4567
ext. 31164

Fun Passes are being handed out this month to children in public and private schools across the province. Parents can also access a printable version of the Fun Pass online at ontario.ca/funpass.
Also you can find lots of coupons at http://www.attractionsontario.ca/Coupons.aspx
 
LIBRARY EVENTS IN JULY (Pick August)

Wondering where to find the FOOD TRUCKS in KW? We have a post for that!
Kids Bowl Free
2 Free Games Daily All Summer Long
 






Need To Know The TIM HORTONS FREE SWIM TIMES. The list is at
Mondays
Buy a Twilight Pass for only $10.00! SAVE 6.95 per pass. Pass is valid for Big Splash only. Taxes not included. On line purchase only.
Classic Car Show @ Partsource Highland Rd
6pm
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!
July schedule
 


  • August 4: Family Yoga
  • August 11: Erick Traplin
  • August 18: Family Yoga
  • August 25: Erick Traplin

  • PLUS
    Long Table Tuesdays @ Kitchener Market Noon-1:30pm
    20% off Bingemans Big Splash Day Pass! On line purchase only.
    Wednesdays
    Buy a Bingemans Big Splash Day Pass for only $15.00! Save over 50%! On Line purchase only.
    Join us Wednesday evenings in July from 6:30-8:30pm CAMBRIDGE Civic Square for fun and entertainment for the entire family
    On Wednesdays from 7-8 PM from July 8- August 26 join Doon Presbyterian Church at the
    Southwest Optimist Park Kitchener for an hour of sports and games with free
    popsicles at the end! For more info email anneli@doonpc.com
    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


    Waterloo Train Lot Lunches and WPL Maker Events
    11am-2pm
    http://berlin95diner.ca/event/thursday-lunches-train-station-lot-waterloo/

    Food Trucks
    Thursdays Only June 4-Sept3
    Hillside @ Chicopee
    5pm-8pm
    https://www.facebook.com/discoverchicopee/photos/a.192795522857.128822.141482782857/10152910086692858

    Food Trucks
    Thursdays Only June 25-Aug 27
    5:30pm @ Schwaben Club Kitchener
    Food Trucks/Cruise Night and Facepainting

    Food Trucks
    Thursdays Only June 11 to August 20
    5pm-8pm
    Hot Eats Cool Treats
    Roger St Spurline
    https://www.facebook.com/events/111471032520336/

    Outdoor Movie Nights @ Cambridge City Hall
    8:30pm
    http://www.cambridge.ca/news.php?ms=2015-08-01&me=2015-08-31&s=4

    Summer Concert Series @ Castle Kilbride Baden
    Thursday Evenings July, August and September 3rd
    Bring your lawn chair and join us on the front lawn of Castle Kilbride from 7 p.m. - 8 p.m. for an incredible line up of musical guests

    Fridays
    Every Friday is Bake Day in July and August
    Location Joseph Schneider Haus
    Start Date Friday, July 3, 2015
    End Date Friday, August 28, 2015
    The bake oven will be fired up every Friday all summer long. Help make yeast, bread, pies and puddings and sample a bite or two
    Admission applies
    http://josephschneiderhaus.com/upcoming-events/event-details/?id=325&type=0&calendar=3
    Mohawk Raceway
    Enjoy an Italian Buffet every Friday evening in the
    Terrace Dining Room
    Only $19.95 with a reservation!
    PLUS, Kids Eat FREE!*
    Space is limited, so book your table today!
    Call 1-888-675-7223

    Movies Under the Stars @ SHADE'S MILLS
    Come watch a movie under the stars every Friday night starting at dusk. Bring your lawn chair and blankets to sit in front of the big screen. Cancellations due to poor weather or schedule changes will be posted on this page, on GRCA Facebook or mentioned on Twitter @grandriverparks. For more information please contact the park.
    Time: 8:45 p.m. to 10:45 p.m.
    Meet at: Shade's Mills Diamond Shelter
    Price: Free with park membership or $10 per vehicle
    Registration: No registration required
  • August 7 Transformers: Age of Extinction
  • August 14 Home Alone
  • August 21 Penguins of Madagascar
  • August 28 Hugo


  • 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
    Free Movies @ KPL Central Branch (Downtown) 2pm
    Sundays
    Horse-drawn Wagon Rides in the Village -Waterloo Region Muesum (DOON)
    Sundays in July and August, 1 to 4 p.m.
    Sunday afternoons in July and August enjoy horse-drawn wagon rides through Doon Heritage Village then enjoy our Summer Music Series and the hands-on museum gallery and village activities and demonstrations. Wagon rides and all activities are included with general admission.
    http://www.waterlooregionmuseum.com/3773.aspx
    Drum Circle @ Waterloo Public Square
    7pm-9pm
    Join group leader Bev Gooden each Sunday to start your week off to a good beat.
    Participation in our Drum Circles is FREE!
    Drumming is great for the spirit. It builds community and friendships while you express yourself musically.
    All ages and experience levels are welcome.
    Bring a drum or borrow one of ours.
    Waterloo Park Bandshell Free Concerts
    7pm-8:30pm
    Bring your lawnchair, or set out a picnic and enjoy concert bands under the stars on sunday evenings

    Enjoy free live music Sunday evenings at 7:00pm in the beautiful parks of Cambridge
    http://www.cambridge.ca/relatedDocs/2015%20Concerts%20in%20the%20Park.pdf


    August BLAST

    July31-Aug 2
    Mill Race Folk Music Festival Cambridgehttp://www.millracefolksociety.com/Festival.html

    Aug 1
    John Galt Day in GUELPH
    10am-2pm
  • Interactive entertainment featuring Envirodrum
  • Guelph Storm Hockey Tunnel
  • Face painting with Cleo the Clown and her Painting Pals
  • “Tread On It” interactive t-shirt printing
  • Children’s Games & Crafts
  • City of Guelph Water Wagon onsite
  • Water feature open for playing, strolling or splashing
  • Wilson Street Promenade pop-up project
  • http://guelph.ca/event/52741/

    Childrens Circus @ Farm Ayr 2pm
    It is open to the public. Price per Child 4 to 12 years of age is $12 plus HST at the ticket office or should you reserve tickets
    It is only $10 plus HST per child. Adults are for free and are of course welcome to watch the kids participating in the big top.

    AUGUST 3 - CIVIC HOLIDAY

    Impromptu Story time @ Chapters Waterloo Gather your friends and select a story book for our lovely staff to read!

    25th Anniversary @ Grand River Raceway (Elora)
    $5 ACTIVIES for the kids
    info at https://www.facebook.com/groups/2369595749/permalink/10153450668115750/
    and http://grandriverraceway.com/industry-day-2/

    Kidsummer @ Waterloo Region Museum (DOON)
    9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
    Children FREE! KidSummer is a fun family day where children of all ages can have some good old fashioned fun. Free admission for up to two children, with each $10 adult admission purchased.
    Stroll our picturesque 60 acre living history village and also enjoy our indoor museum gallery.
    Features gallery activities, games, and horse-drawn wagon rides. Hands-on activities may include egg collecting from the chicken coop, helping the blacksmith twist iron, or sending a telegraph.
    http://www.waterlooregionmuseum.com/upcoming-events/event-details/?id=2&type=0&calendar=1

    Aug 4
    12-1pm | Downtown Live | At Vogelsang Green | @DTKitchener & facebook.com/dtkitchener

    Sands Alive Playtime 1pm @ Chapters Waterloo
     
    6-7pm | Make Your Body Work running group | At Victoria Park | Weather updates @MYBWfitness

    Aug 5
    12-1pm | Yoga in the Park | With QSY by the Victoria Park clock tower | Weather updates @QueenStreetYoga
    12-1pm | Downtown Live | At Carl Zehr Square + K-W food trucks at Gaukel & Joseph from 11am to 2pm | @DTKitchener

    Playdoh Playtime 1pm @ Chapters Waterloo
     
    5-8pm | Hump Day DTK + Hump Day DFB | $5 deals after 5pm + K-W food trucks & live music at Vogelsang Green, 6-8pm
    6-7pm | Make Your Body Work Bootcamp | At Victoria Park | Weather updates @MYBWfitness

    Aug 6-9
    Marvel Universe Live In HAMILTON
    Discount code at
    http://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.ca/2015/07/new-marvel-universe-live-promo-code.html

    Bluesfest Kitchener
    http://www.kitchenerbluesfestival.com/

    Aug 6
    Safety Tree - Kids Home Alone Workshop in Ayr
    9am
    For Costs And To Register
    http://www.eventbrite.ca/o/safety-tree-8243617191?s=41086662

    Impromptu Story time @ Chapters Waterloo Gather your friends and select a story book for our lovely staff to read!

    Music and Movies in the Park - "Home"
    Waterloo Park Bandshell 7pm

    Aug 7
    12-1pm | Downtown Live | At Carl Zehr Square + K-W food trucks at Gaukel & Joseph from 11am to 2pm | @DTKitchener

    Impromptu Story time @ Chapters Waterloo Gather your friends and select a story book for our lovely staff to read!

    GUELPH Movies in the Square: The Mighty Ducks 9pm
    http://guelph.ca/event/movies-square-mighty-ducks/

    Aug 7-9
    Cambridge Ribfest
    http://cambridgeribfest.com/

    Aug 8
    Baden Cornfest
  • Baden Firefighters Breakfast
  • Tai Chi demonstration
  • Vendors
  • Kid Zone
  • Car show
  • Antique farm tractors
  • Baden Mill tours
  • Tours at Castle Kilbride by donation
  • Corn Roast supper
  • http://www.badencornfest.ca/index.html

    Home Depot Kids Workshop @ 10am
    Kids will learn how to build a Chalkboard Door Hanger with easy to follow step-by-step instructions.
    A great free activity for children ages 4-12
    Kids will learn how to build a Chalkboard Door Hanger using a hammer and glue
    Register http://www.homedepot.ca/workshops/build-a-chalkboard-door-hanger

    Lowes Kids Workshop @ 10am
    Pull Back Racecar
    For Children Grades 2-5
    Register
    https://www.lowes.ca/articles/free-build-and-grow-clinics-for-children_a756.html

    Lego Mini Figure Exchange @ Chapters Waterloo 1pm. Bring your Mini Figures to our swap meet and trade with other kids!

    Aug 8-9
    Children's Stage @ Bluesfest Kitchener
    http://www.kitchenerbluesfestival.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/KBFF2045_PocketGuide_FINAL_LR_v3.pdf

    Aug 9
    Safety Tree - Kids Home Alone Workshop in Cambridge
    9am
    For Costs And To Register
    http://www.eventbrite.ca/o/safety-tree-8243617191?s=41086662

    Teddy Bear themed Coloring @ Chapters Waterloo

    4-5pm | Yoga in the Park | With QSY by the Victoria Park Pavillion | Weather updates @QueenStreetYoga


    Aug 10-14
    Kids In The Kitchen Day Camp @ Kitchener Market
    9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
    $185 per child
    Info at

    Aug 10
    Impromptu Story time @ Chapters Waterloo Gather your friends and select a story book for our lovely staff to read!

    Aug 11
    Safety Tree - Kids Home Alone Workshop in Waterloo
    9am
    For Costs And To Register
    http://www.eventbrite.ca/o/safety-tree-8243617191?s=41086662

    Bairds And The Bees @ Joseph Schnieder Haus
    10am-2pm
    Bees are an important part of our natural environment. Sample some honey treats, see beekeeping equipment and hear why these creatures need our help, when the Baird family from Belwood pay us a visit.
    (I would guess regular admission applies)
    http://josephschneiderhaus.com/upcoming-events/event-details/?id=332&type=0&calendar=3

    Sands Alive Playtime 1pm @ Chapters Waterloo

    6-7pm | Make Your Body Work running group | At Victoria Park | Weather updates @MYBWfitness

    Aug 12
    12-1pm | Yoga in the Park | With QSY by the Victoria Park clock tower | Weather updates @QueenStreetYoga

    Playdoh Playtime 1pm @ Chapters Waterloo
     
    5-8pm | Hump Day DTK + Hump Day DFB | $5 deals after 5pm + K-W food trucks & live music at Vogelsang Green, 6-8pm
    6-7pm | Make Your Body Work Bootcamp | At Victoria Park | Weather updates @MYBWfitness

    Aug 13
    Joseph Schneider Haus Neighbourhood Walking Tour
    Join local historian rych mills for a unique tour of the neighbourhood. Pack a lunch and join us for a presentation and refreshments. Pre-registration required. $10 plus HST per person.
    http://josephschneiderhaus.com/upcoming-events/event-details/?id=334&type=0&calendar=3

    Impromptu Story time @ Chapters Waterloo Gather your friends and select a story book for our lovely staff to read!

    Aug 13-16
    Marvel Universe Live In TORONTO
    Discount code at
    http://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.ca/2015/07/new-marvel-universe-live-promo-code.html

    Aug 14
    Impromptu Story time @ Chapters Waterloo Gather your friends and select a story book for our lovely staff to read!

    Aug 15
    10am-Noon
    Kids In The Kitchen @ Kitchener Market
    FREE EVENT
    Join us for our Kids in the Kitchen program in August where we will be making snacks using fresh Ontario corn! We will also have crafts and activities.
    http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/Calendar/Details.aspx?Id=0eea240e-8615-4fad-9eed-8766cc32d475

    Teddy Bear Picnic 1pm. Bring your best buddy bear and hear some great stories @ Chapters Waterloo

    Fish Kites @ McDougall Cottage Cambridge
    One Saturday afternoon each month, children are invited to create a fun seasonal or Scottish inspired craft. $3 per child. Ages three and up.
    http://mcdougallcottage.com/upcoming-events/event-details/?id=143&type=0&calendar=2

    Childrens Circus @ Farm Ayr 2pm
    It is open to the public. Price per Child 4 to 12 years of age is $12 plus HST at the ticket office or should you reserve tickets
    It is only $10 plus HST per child. Adults are for free and are of course welcome to watch the kids participating in the big top.

    Aug 15-16
    Morparfest New Hamburg
    http://www.moparfest.com/

    Farm Animals @ Waterloo Region Museum (DOON)
    10am-4pm
    Join us to explore the fascinating and fantastic world of farm animals. Make sure to bring your queries about farm animals to these great weekend activities.
    You'll be able to discover the basics of horse care, watch harnessing demonstrations or assist our farm staff with barn chores. You won't be able to contain your egg-citement at our interactive chicken discussion, and children will love discovering the animal answers to our interactive scavenger hunt.
    (I would guess regular admission would apply)
    Events and times can be found at
    http://www.waterlooregionmuseum.com/upcoming-events/event-details/?id=396&type=0&calendar=1

    Aug 16
    KIDSPARK
    Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
    Location: Victoria Park
    The annual Kidspark extravaganza returns this year for EVEN MORE fun and activities!
    The event program for kids will incorporate local dance studio entertainment, food trucks, educational exhibiters, inflatable activities and carnival games.
    Come out and see the ROYAL EXPRESS Trackless Train as it visits Victoria Park for free rides ALL DAY!
    Enjoy a bounce on one of our jumping castles, or race through an inflatable obstacle course and slide down the 21' slide!
    Pack a picnic lunch, bring a water bottle and JOIN US for KIDSPARK!
    http://www.kitchenerevents.ca/en/whatson/Kidspark.asp

    Teddy Bear themed Coloring @ Chapters Waterloo

    4-5pm | Yoga in the Park | With QSY by the Victoria Park Pavillion | Weather updates @QueenStreetYoga

    Aug 17
    Impromptu Story time @ Chapters Waterloo Gather your friends and select a story book for our lovely staff to read!

    Aug 18
    6-7pm | Make Your Body Work running group | At Victoria Park | Weather updates @MYBWfitness

    Sands Alive Playtime 1pm @ Chapters Waterloo

    PARENTS' NIGHT OUT
    Wine and Art: Tuesday, August 18, 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 cheese. This session the topic is Abstract sunflowers!
    http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Cooking_classes.asp#October

    Aug 19
    12-1pm | Yoga in the Park | With QSY by the Victoria Park clock tower | Weather updates @QueenStreetYoga

    Playdoh Playtime 1pm @Chapters Waterloo
     
    5-8pm | Hump Day DTK + Hump Day DFB | $5 deals after 5pm + K-W food trucks & live music at Vogelsang Green, 6-8pm
    6-7pm | Make Your Body Work Bootcamp | At Victoria Park | Weather updates @MYBWfitness

    Bernardin Canning: Wednesday, August 19, 6:30 p.m - 8:30 p.m.. for only $2.00!
    Join Emerie Brine, a canning specialist from Bernardin, for a highly entertaining demonstration and learn how to can peaches, tomatoes, and pickles to keep the taste of harvest in your kitchen all year long. Participants receive a Bernardin goody bag, and recipes. Enter to win prizes too! Books will also be available for purchase.
    http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Cooking_classes.asp#October

    Aug 20
    Safety Tree - Kids Home Alone Workshop in Kitchener
    9am
    For Costs And To Register
    http://www.eventbrite.ca/o/safety-tree-8243617191?s=41086662

    Impromptu Story time @ Chapters Waterloo Gather your friends and select a story book for our lovely staff to read!

    McDougall Cottage Cambridge Dickson Hill Walking TourJoin Joleen Taylor, to discover the ever-changing architectural styles of one of Galt’s finest residential neighbourhoods.
    Learn about the Dickson family who once owned all this land and see some of Galt's oldest homes. $10 per person plus HST. Please call to register.
    http://mcdougallcottage.com/upcoming-events/event-details/?id=316&type=0&calendar=2

    Music and Movies in the Park -
    "Fast and Furious 7"
    Waterloo Park Bandshell 7pm

    Aug 20-23
    Six Nations Fall Fair - Brantford
    http://www.sixnationstourism.ca/data/uploads/events/5.jpg

    Aug 21
    Impromptu Story time @ Chapters Waterloo Gather your friends and select a story book for our lovely staff to read!

    GUELPH Movies in the Square: Kung Fu Panda @ 9pm
    http://guelph.ca/event/movies-square-kung-fu-panda/

    Aug 22
    Kids author Carrie Snyder 11am @ Chapters Waterloo

    Teen authors Alisha Sevigny and Angela Misri 1pm @ Chapters Waterloo

    Childrens Circus @ Farm Ayr 2pm

    It is open to the public. Price per Child 4 to 12 years of age is $12 plus HST at the ticket office or should you reserve tickets
    It is only $10 plus HST per child. Adults are for free and are of course welcome to watch the kids participating in the big top.
     Movie Under The Stars (or inside the gym if raining)Breslau Rec Centre$5 per family. Showing HOME
    https://www.facebook.com/#!/events/806027339514541/?action_history=null

    Aug 22-23
    Link Picnic Festival @ Victoria Park
    http://linkpicnicfestival.com/

    Aug 23
    9:30am-4pm
    The Waterloo Region Museum (DOON) is pleased to host the 4th annual Doon Cruise-In Auto Extravaganza in support of Epilepsy Waterloo Wellington.
    This event is in support of Epilepsy Waterloo Wellington. All makes & models will be on display, custom & stock 1990 and older. Tour the living history village, visit the new galleries in the museum and enjoy a car show.
    The Summer Music Series will take place at the village gazebo with The Ever-Lovin’ Jug Band providing the live music throughout the afternoon. The car show and music is included with general admission.
    $10 Adults, $8 Seniors/Students, $5 Children, Children four and under free, Family $25, all admissions plus HST.
    http://www.waterlooregionmuseum.com/upcoming-events/event-details/?id=274&type=0&calendar=1

    Cupcake Themed Coloring @ Chapters Waterloo

    4-5pm | Yoga in the Park | With QSY by the Victoria Park Pavillion | Weather updates @QueenStreetYoga

    Aug 24
    Impromptu Story time @ Chapters Waterloo Gather your friends and select a story book for our lovely staff to read!

    Aug 25
    Sands Alive Playtime 1pm @ Chapters Waterloo

    6-7pm | Make Your Body Work running group | Weather updates @MYBWfitness

    Aug 26

    12-1pm | Yoga in the Park | With QSY by the Victoria Park clock tower | Weather updates @QueenStreetYoga

    Playdoh Playtime 1pm @ Chapters Waterloo
     
    5-8pm | Hump Day DTK + Hump Day DFB | $5 deals after 5pm + K-W food trucks & live music at Vogelsang Green, 6-8pm
    6-7pm | Make Your Body Work Bootcamp | At Victoria Park | Weather updates @MYBWfitness


    Aug 27-30
    Waterloo Busker Carnival
    http://www.waterloobuskers.com/

    Aug 27
    Impromptu Story time @ Chapters Waterloo Gather your friends and select a story book for our lovely staff to read!

    Aug 28
    Impromptu Story time @ Chapters Waterloo Gather your friends and select a story book for our lovely staff to read!

    Aug 29
    Come to @Chapters Waterloo as you favorite Superhero at 1pm! Readings from superhero themed storybooks

    Aug 30
    Superhero Themed Coloring

    McDougall Cottage Cambridge Walking Tour
    Downtown Galt hosted by Heritage CambridgeStep back in time as Heritage Cambridge takes you downtown in this historical walking tour that looks at the picturesque commercial district of Galt.
    With beautiful nineteenth century architecture and even a heritage conservation district, this area has become popular for filming movies and television shows. Arrive back at the Cottage in time for Piping Down the Sun. $10 per person plus HST. Please call to register.
    http://mcdougallcottage.com/upcoming-events/event-details/?id=314&type=0&calendar=2
    4-5pm | Yoga in the Park | With QSY by the Victoria Park Pavillion | Weather updates @QueenStreetYoga

    Aug 31
    Impromptu Story time @ Chapters Waterloo Gather your friends and select a story book for our lovely staff to read!

    Upcoming Events

    Fall Fairs Are Just Around The Corner! Get the list of 20 Falls Fairs In The Kitchener Waterloo Area

    http://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.ca/2013/08/20-fall-fairs-near-kitchener-waterloo.html


    Drive 4 Change Fundraiser being put on by the Congi Family Meineke Car Care Centre in Waterloo.
     Date September 20
    Time 12 noon to 4 pm
    Where Erbsville Kartway - 675 Conservation Drive Waterloo
     Activities BBQ, Go Karts, Mini-Golf, Music and Raffle Prizes … All proceeds will be donated to Nutrition for Learning
     
    The Wiggles @ Centre In The Square October 8
     
    Anne of Green Gables
    The Musical
    Oct 14 to Nov 8
    Dunfield Theatre Cambridge
    Journey to the shores of Prince Edward Island and follow the misadventures of Anne Shirley, a freckle-faced, red-haired orphan who will immediately capture your heart with her irrepressible spirit and imagination.
    Anne arrives at Green Gables full of hope for a new life, but is dismayed to discover the elderly Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert had expressly asked for a boy. Despite her fiery temper, love of melodrama and proclivity for mischief, Anne manages to charm her way into their hearts … and meet some kindred spirits along the way.
    Brimming with memorable music and magical moments, Anne of Green Gables is deservedly the most popular musical in Canadian theatre history. Join us for this family classic.

    The family programming in The Studio @ Centre In The Square is a great way to spend your Saturday, with packed shows that are original and imaginative and incorporate theatre, dance, puppetry and humour. After two successful years, The Centre is pleased to bring you another great line up of shows for the 15-16 year.
    Tickets for family programming in The Studio: $10.00 (Child), $15.00 (Adult), $35.00 (Family of 5)

    Splash’N Boots

    Saturday, November 28 at 11AM and 2PM
    CENTRE DEBUT

    Splash'N Boots began in Kingston, Ontario in 2003. It was there, while attending Queen’s University, that Taes and Nick performed their first concert together at the local Central Library as part of a class project. During that fifteen minute show Splash'N Boots was born! Splash'N Boots continued performing in the Kingston area, and then took the leap into their first big puddle by releasing their debut album Getting our Feet Wet. Since then Splash’N Boots has received 2014 and 2015 JUNO Award Nominees for Children’s Album of the Year and have performed over 1200 shows in the last 10 years across Canada from Coast to Coast and around the worl. Internationally recognized with performances in sold out venues in Australia, Bermuda, Bahrain, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Spain and California, Splash’N Boots have shared the stage with The Wiggles and the Wiggles Characters, Fred Penner, Sharon and Bram, Robert Munsch, Al Simmons, Max and Ruby as well as Canadian astronaut, Commander Chris Hadfield.

    OGO: Le Théâtre des Petites Âmes
    Saturday, January 23 at 11AM and 2PM
    CENTRE DEBUT
    Recommended for 2.5+ years

    OGO celebrates the creativity and imagination of the young spectator. Inspired by larvar masks and the Simon in the land of chalk drawing, the lead characters uncover a world where they are able to meet and connect. Accompanied by live music on the harmonica, melodica, kalimboa and xylophone, the sounds complete the journey. A creation by Théâtre des Petites Âmes (2015).

    Circus Incognitus with Jamie Adkins
    Saturday, February 20 at 11AM & 2PM
    Recommended for 5 Years +

    In Circus Incognitus, virtuoso clown Jamie Adkins is the vulnerable everyman, who has just written a terrific show. He wanders onto stage with the new show in a box, delighted to find the audience ready waiting. Knowing he has just the thing, Jamie struggles to build the scene around him using everyday objects. Things go awry as his props prove most unhelpful. Theatre goers even get involved in the endeavour by tossing lemons for Jamie to catch on a fork...held between his teeth!

    Room on the Broom: Tall Stories Theatre
    Saturday, March 19 at 11AM and 2PM
    CENTRE DEBUT
    Recommended for Grades Pre K-3rd, Family Audiences

    Musical based on the book by Julia Donaldson & Axel Scheffler. The witch and her cat are flying happily on their broomstick – until a stormy wind blows away the witch's hat, bow and wand. A helpful dog, bird and frog find the witch's lost things, and they all hop on the broom for a ride. But this broomstick's not meant for five and – CRACK – the broom snaps in two! When a hungry dragon appears, who will save the poor witch? And will there ever be room on the broom for everyone? Songs, laughs and scary fun from the company that brought you The Gruffalo and The Snail and the Whale.

    Love That Dog: Theatergoep Kwatta
    Saturday, April 16 at 11AM and 2PM
    CENTRE DEBUT

    Jack hates poetry. Only girls write it and every time he tries to, his brain feels empty. But his teacher, Ms. Stretchberry won't stop giving her class poetry assignments - and Jack can't avoid them. But then something amazing happens. The more he writes, the more he learns he does have something to say. With a fresh and deceptively simple style, acclaimed author Sharon Creech tells a story with enormous heart. Written as a series of free-verse poems from Jack's point of view, Love That Dog shows how one boy finds his own voice with the help of a teacher, a writer, a pencil, some yellow paper, and of course, a dog.

    Big Bad Wolf
    Saturday, April 30 at 11AM and 2PM
    CENTRE DEBUT
    Recommended for Grades K-2nd, Family Audiences

    Windmill Theatre creates and presents incredible performances that captivate our audience's imaginations and resonate deeply. The company's artistic vision has created a unique and distinctive house style of theatre that makes true adventure and creative ingenuity synonymous with the Windmill name. Big Bad Wolf is the most misunderstood character in fairytale history. Put simply, he has no friends -- just incredibly sharp teeth, yellow eyes and his own ideas about personal hygiene. Luckily Heidi Hood, the second cousin twice removed of Little Red, is brave enough to see past this wolf's bad press and an unlikely friendship is born. This hilarious, table-turning tale complete with puppetry, a poetry competition, and plenty of dancing will have you wondering why you were so scared in the first place.
    Read more at http://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.com/2015/06/canada-day-fireworks-summer-day-camps.html#RXrvLBY3e1qSXyH5.99

    Tuesday, July 21, 2015

    Big Music Fest Recap - Media Coverage

     

    It Was A REALLY BIG SHOW

    Big Music Fest returned to Kitchener for the second year in a row and we were there to cover the event.  This year's festival turned out to be a one day event, but they packed it with a lot of punch!
     
    Big Music Fest began with last year's BREAKING BANDS winner THE MODERN HEARTS.  There is no doubt in my mind that you'll be hearing a lot more from this fantastic band in the upcoming months. 
     
     
     
     
    Next up was the only group with a female band member, The Mohrs


    Then we had The Mayor Of Kitchener aka @BerryOnline welcome everyone to Big Music Fest.

     
    After that, the most energenic band of the day, THE GLORIOUS SONS set the tone for the rest of the festival.  They really got everyone up and moving during their set!

     
    They even managed to get the crowd to sing along to MAMA (remember this was in the middle of the afternoon, when everyone was headed to the beer garden, so I call that a concert win for The Glorious Sons).
     

     
    Then it was flashblack time, (remember I mentioned I went to their concert back when they first hit it big) with a high energy performance by EXTREME
    


    Next came Canadian faves MONSTER TRUCK to stage.  They took the crowd by storm with their amp'd up show.

     
    Then the crowd came pouring in when JANE'S ADDICTION hit the Big Music Fest stage.
    

     
     
    and I was able to take what I have deemed as THE PIC OF THE DAY! Hello @DaveNavarro!

     
     
    The show finished off with headliners SOUNDGARDEN, and with no encores (by any of the bands) it did leave the crowd wanting more.
     
     
    While this year's Big Music Fest was very different from last year's event it still was a BIG WIN for Kitchener, Ontario Canada.  If more big name acts see that the Region of Waterloo supports the music scene then we will certainly see more bands wanting to play here.  Plus this gives young talent in the area more exposure to mentors in the music industry.  We see it as win-win for both musicians and fans!
     
     
    Want to see more pics from Big Music Fest? Check out our #BMF2015 Facebook Gallery. There's only another 100 more pictures.

    #ICYMI here's 100+ photos of Big Music Fest. Read more about #BMF2015 at http://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.ca/2015/07/big-music-fest-recap-media-coverage.html
    Posted by Those2Girls - Six Degrees of Us! on Tuesday, July 21, 2015


    UPDATE - Dave Navarro must agree with my earlier statement, as he RT'd it!!!
     

    Saturday, July 18, 2015

    Size Matters! Marvel's #ANTMAN Will Ensure You Know #ItsAllConnected


    The Tiny Hero Comes To The Big Screen

    The next evolution of the Marvel Cinematic Universe brings a founding member of The Avengers to the big screen for the first time with Marvel Studios’ “Ant-Man.” Armed with the astonishing ability to shrink in scale but increase in strength, master thief Scott Lang must embrace his inner hero and help his mentor, Dr. Hank Pym, protect the secret behind his spectacular Ant-Man suit from a new generation of towering threats. Against seemingly insurmountable obstacles, Pym and Lang must plan and pull off a heist that will save the world.

    Marvel’s “Ant-Man” stars Paul Rudd as Scott Lang aka Ant-Man, Evangeline Lilly as Hope van Dyne, Corey Stoll as Darren Cross aka Yellowjacket, Bobby Cannavale as Paxton, Michael Peña as Luis, Tip “T.I.” Harris as Dave, Wood Harris as Gale, Judy Greer as Maggie, David Dastmalchian as Kurt, and Michael Douglas as Dr. Hank Pym. Directed by Peyton Reed and produced by Kevin Feige, p.g.a., Marvel’s “Ant-Man” delivers a high-stakes, tension-filled adventure on July 17, 2015.
     
     

    ANT-MAN Will Ensure You Know #ItsAllConnected

    From the moment the movie begins you know what Marvel means when they say #ItsAllConnected.  For those who are fans of the Marvel Movies and Marvel Television Shows you can see how they continously link the storylines together.  I don't want to give to much away, as I think the less you know about the film, the more you will enjoy it, but Marvel fans will be happy with the way this movie comes together.
     

    What I Liked Most About ANT-MAN

    I think ANT-MAN is reminiscent of the first Iron Man film in many ways.  It's about a man who goes through a serious life change to begin on his journey.  There's a lot of funny scenes a bit of romance and detailed scenes with the villan.  How it was different is that unlike Tony Stark, Scott Lang is not a millionaire playboy, instead he is crook wanting to change his ways.
     

    As A Marvel Fan You Know To

    1. Look for S.H.I.E.L.D Easter Eggs
    2. Watch for the STAN LEE Cameo
    3. Stay in your seat when the credits start rolling
    Another perk of seeing ANT-MAN in 3D is getting to see the Star Wars - The Force Awakens trailer in 3D too!
     
    One more thing, keep in mind #BaskinRobbinsAlwaysFindsOut
     
     
     
     

    Thursday, July 16, 2015

    Dietitians Are Making A Difference With #GuidingStarsCA #PCStars



    In an earlier post I gave you a guided tour of Guiding Stars Program.  This month Diane received a live guided tour of the program from Jennifer, the in store dietitian at the Stanley Park Kitchener Zehrs location. 

    Did You Know That You Can Speak To An In Store Dietitian for FREE?


    Many stores in the Loblaws chain have an in store dietitian that you can meet with.  All you need to do is contact your closest Loblaws affiliated location to find out if your local grocery store is included.  This FREE service is there to help with your dietary choices and can assist in raising your Guiding Stars level.

    What Happened At Diane’s Appointment With The Dietitian


    Meeting with a professional in any field can be intimidating so we thought we would walk you through Diane’s appointment.

     
    1. First Diane filled out a questionnaire so the dietitian had an idea about her grocery choices
    2. Diane also gave her a list of what she would eat on a typical
      • Workday
      • Vacation Day
      • Weekend
    Because as we all know we eat very differently in each of these situations so having examples to begin with can really make a difference.

    1. Then they went on tour of the grocery store
    In step 1 Diane learned that she was on the right track to healthy eating and with a few tweaks she could really get all the nutrition she needs.
     

     

    In step 2 they went over some possible meal ideas to ease the strain on the age old question What Am I Going To Eat?

    In step 3 Diane followed the dietitian through the store seeing exactly what aisles were the best to shop and what to look for when selecting brands.

    How Did It Make An Impact?


    As you can see it was an easy to understand process. Since then Diane has taken the advice and purchased so new items to boost her calcium intake and will be trying out some new recipes this summer. 




    She was also able to email the dietitian with some follow up questions that she had.  She can track her impact using her PC Plus card with on the Guiding Stars website. YES those programs are FREE TOO!

     
    Will You Be Trying The FREE Dietitian Service? If so let us know in the comments that you will be and we would love to hear about your experience too!