New Year's Levee, KW Titans, Winterloo and More January 2019 Events, Activities and Stuff To Do in Kitchener Waterloo and Area

As always please check all links provided as times, dates, venues and registration information often changes without our knowledge.

WE ALSO SUGGEST GOING THROUGH THE FULL LIST BECAUSE SOME EVENTS MAY REQUIRE PRE-REGISTRATION.

First is list of ongoing events followed by our Monthly Blast

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Ongoing Events

University of Waterloo Research Studies

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 cclr.uwaterloo.ca

Centre for Ocular Research and Education (CORE) at the University of Waterloo  and is recruiting for a new scientific study (ID: CYPRESS) that examines how to treat nearsightedness in children aged 6-9. Participants will receive up to $690 for 9 visits over 3 years, and also receive a free pair of spectacle frames to keep.

If you are interested in participating, please call for more details or to book your appointment at 519-888-4742.  Please provide the study ID “CYPRESS” when you call. You will be provided with all relevant study information prior to study enrollment and you are under no obligation to participate.

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!

WEB: http://uwaterloo.ca/infant-studies-group

EMAIL: babylab@uwaterloo.ca

Social Development Lab

Our lab is currently looking for children to help with our research! Our lab looks at personality and the social world for young children. Our study involves parents and their children coming into our lab and answering a few questions. Kids get to play some fun computer games as well! The typical sessions take around 2 hours and parents are always able to observe their child during the social interaction tasks. In appreciation of your time, children get a small gift. To learn more about our lab and what we do, check out our website! Follow us on Facebook and twitter to keep up to date with our fun!

Twitter: SDLab_UW
Facebook: Social Development Lab Waterloo
Website: uwaterloo.ca/social-development-lab
TEL: 519-888-4567 ext.38775
Email: sdl@uwaterloo.ca

Youth Drum and Bugle Corps

Great program for youths in the KWC area. Our participants come not only from Cambridge, but Waterloo, Kitchener, Brantford, and surrounding areas as well. We are not the Scouts. We are not the Army, Navy or Sea Cadets. We are the only Youth Drum and Bugle Corps in the area!

No experience required and we have a modest membership fee ($20 per year). We provide a unique musical education program that not only teaches kids to play music or perform colour guard, we instruct them how to march, perform and basically just have fun! Check us out on our website: www.scouthouseband.com/cadets

FULL MONTH EVENT CALENDARS

These places have so many events each month, it is better to just look at them individually

KPL Calendar http://kplca.evanced.info/signup/calendar

WPL Calendar http://calendar.wpl.ca/eventcalendar.asp

Region of Waterloo Libraries Calendar http://calendar.rwlibrary.ca/?_mid_=17409

Cambridge Libraries – Idea Exchange Calendar http://ideaexchange.org

Michaels Craft Store Workshops  http://canada.michaels.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-MichaelsCanada-Site/en_CA/Page-Show?cid=store-events

Have an Infant and/or Toddler? Check out OUR PLACE EARLY YEARS CENTRE calendar http://www.ourplacekw.ca/

Grand River Conservation Authority https://calendar.grandriver.ca/default

Waterloo Region Museum http://calendar.waterlooregionmuseum.ca/Default/Month

Schneider Haus Museum http://calendar.schneiderhaus.ca/Default/Month

McDougall Cottage http://calendar.mcdougallcottage.ca/Default/Month

If you are willing to drive a little out of town, then this is the list for BRANTFORD’s HARMONY SQUARE http://www.brantford.ca/residents/leisurerecreation/communityfacilities/HarmonySquare/Pages/EventsandPrograms.aspx

Daily

Calvary Church Cambridge Indoor Playground

What: We are an indoor playground located directly in the church building which opens its doors to our community to allow a safe and friendly environment.
 Ages: Suited to infant/crawlers, toddlers and pre-school children.

 Cost: $1.00 minimum per head. This helps reduce the cost of regular cleaning and new toys.

Hours: Monday – Thursdays 9:30 – 11:30 am.

Closed: Fridays all season and Holiday Mondays

Schedule: September to June (closed for the summer months)

Special Activities: Twice a week there will be different activities offered, from Play-doh Play to arts and crafts, the activities are geared toward preschool aged children.

Daycare Workers: We will be opening the playground every Tuesday for any caregiver that operates a daycare. If you are not a daycare worker, you are still MORE than welcome to attend on Tuesday! Every day we have coffee, tea, juice and snacks available for purchase.

https://mycalvary.life/event/indoor-playground/?event_rdate=20180917093000%2C20180917113000

Sleep And Your New Baby Waterloo Region Sessions

(various dates and times)

Session Details:

The purpose of the session is help families understand and respond to their baby’s sleep patterns and language, which will in turn strengthen family relationships and contribute to achieving optimal child health.

The 1.5 hour session will be offered weekly at all three Ontario Early Years Main sites with a mix of daytime, evening and weekend timings

Parents/caregivers can register online at http://www.earlyyearsinfo.ca/sleep-and-your-new-baby-registration.html The session will be most beneficial if parents/caregivers brings their baby with them and we encourage bringing a support person to assist with this http://www.earlyyearsinfo.ca/sleep-and-your-new-baby-regist…

Earth Sciences Museum @ University Of Waterloo

Conestoga Rovers Learning Centre (the “Dino pit”) open Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.

The museum’s main atrium, mining tunnel, Great Lakes fountain and stunning mineral exhibits open evenings Monday to Friday and weekends from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.

Plus info about the Scavenger Hunt can be found at https://uwaterloo.ca/…/earth-sciences-museum-scavenger-hunts

Mondays

Legacy every Monday at 7pm. $4 entry with a pack per person into the prize pool @ KW PlaySpace (until Sept 24) https://www.facebook.com/events/317175528805117

Tuesdays

Bring your little ones to the Kitchener Market select Tuesdays 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!

• January 7

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

Colour Our Community @ KPL Central (Downtown) every 1^st and 3^rd Tuesday of the month from 2pm-4pm

Art can be a tool for increasing social connections and fostering community inclusion and integration. Colour Our Community aims to make connections between those who are often marginalized and members of the community at large in a comfortable, accessible venue where all are welcome to explore their creativity and experience connection through art. Colour Our Community is a partnership with Kitchener Public Library and Circle of Friends.

 https://kplca.evanced.info/signup/eventdetails?eventid=27070&lib=5

Thursdays

A FREE art program every Thursday!

(Please note some Thursdays in December may be cancelled, call the phone number below to be sure)

Thursday from 11 a.m. - noon, ARTSHINE will be hosting a parent and tot program at the Kitchener Market - a program for children and their parents. Participate in a fun, unique, hands-on creative art experience!

AFTER the program, be sure to stop by one of our market vendors for a healthy, kid-friendly lunch with lots of options for adults too.

Space is limited! Reserve a spot now for the ARTSHINE programs on Thursday by calling 226-647-2777, or emailing ARTSHINE.

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

Fridays

Beginning January  11^th Music and Movement @ Kitchener Market  9:30am – 10:00am
Imagination and creativity are developed and explored through rhymes, songs, finger plays, and gross motor activities. Support your child's language development and experience the benefits of physical activity.
and
Drop In Play @ Kitchener Market  10:00am – 11:00am
Come any time. Join other children and families in play and exploration. An Early Learning professional is available to provide support and information around early learning topics, community resources, programs and referrals.

https://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/Calendar/Details.aspx?Id=1c8cc05f-5a40-4746-8a22-3ce7a3c8355f

Saturdays

Family Favourites $2.99 Films @ Cineplex

11am http://www.cineplex.com/Events/FamilyFavourites

Home Depot Workshops 2nd Saturday of Each Month

FREE Hands-on Workshops designed for children ages 5 - 12. Held on the 2nd Saturday of each month at all The Home Depot stores. Each child can bring home a newly constructed project, an achievement pin and certificate https://www.homedepot.ca/en/home/ideas-how-to/workshops.html

REMINDER OF OUR MABEL’S LABELS FUNDRAISER!

ONGOING IN JANUARY

Ongoing UNTIL JANUARY 5 Gift of Lights KW @ Bingemans https://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.com/2018/11/sights-sounds-and-snow-for-this-years.html

Where To Toboggan http://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.com/2012/12/best-places-to-toboggan-in-kitchener.html

Where To Skate https://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.com/2013/01/where-to-skate-in-kitchener-waterloo.html

January 2019 Event Blast

Jan 1

Kitchener Utilities Free Skating until 1pm @ The Aud https://www.facebook.com/events/127889684795942

Free Skate in Elmira 1:30-3:30pm @ Woolwich Arena https://www.facebook.com/events/537640433376185

First Day Hike @ Huron Natural Area 2-3:30pm

Start your new year off with a visit to the woods and join us for a First Day Hike! We’ll be exploring the trails at Huron Natural Area and nourishing our senses with the sights, sounds and fresh air! If conditions permit, this will be a moderate paced walk with stops to take in our surroundings. 

Meet at the picnic shelter located at the main park entrance. This drop-in event is offered for free to the community. 

Please note that washroom facilities are closed for the season. Make sure you dress for the weather and trail conditions. In the event of severe weather, this program will be cancelled. Notification of any changes will be made on Facebook and Twitter. https://www.facebook.com/events/1230128627136081

The Wonders of Winter fireworks are now re-scheduled for today @ 6pm https://www.facebook.com/CreateWaterloo/photos/a.136687730003635/802114303460971/?type=3&theater

Jan 4

Free Kids Games and Crafts 10:30am-4pm @ Williamsburg Community Centre https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10156590421200973&set=p.10156590421200973&type=3&theater&ifg=1

Free Skating @ Waterloo Rec Complex 4pm-4:50pm Free skating for the whole family and fun activities too. A great way to wrap up the holiday break. https://www.facebook.com/events/200893820838817/?active_tab=about

Jan 5

KW Titans @ The Aud 7pm http://kwtitans.com/14519/schedule-and-results

Jan 6

City of Waterloo Mayor’s Leeve

11:30am-1pm @ Waterloo Rec Complex

The community is invited to celebrate 2019 with Mayor Dave Jaworsky and council at the annual New Year's Levee. Grab your kids, grab your skates and swimsuit for a fun afternoon. Free skating from 10am-noon and free swimming from 2:05-4pm. https://www.facebook.com/events/2153633664689330

City of Kitchener Mayor’s Leeve

1:30-4pm @ Kitchener City Hall

Come one, come all! Celebrate the New Year with Mayor Berry Vrbanovic, council members and your neighbours at our free carnival-themed celebration under the big top of City Hall!

Step right up and enjoy these activities:
- Carnival games
- Face painting
- Balloon animals
- Magician
- Skating in Carl Zehr Square
- Live musical performances

Warm up with some hot chocolate and enjoy popcorn and cotton candy on us! Light refreshments catered by Bingemans will also be available.

A big thank you to our sponsors: Grand River Inflatables, Bingemans, and Cheek Squad Face Painting! https://www.facebook.com/events/215915025957130

KW Titans @ The Aud 2pm http://kwtitans.com/14519/schedule-and-results

Jan 10

KW Titans @ The Aud 7pm http://kwtitans.com/14519/schedule-and-results

Jan 12
Chicopee Community Night - Guelph

Free all-access lift tickets from 5 pm to 9 pm for Guelph residents with proof of residence. $36 Discover Package also available. http://www.discoverchicopee.com/index.php/events

FORMER NHL ALL-STARS VS GUELPH PROFESSIONAL FIRE FIGHTER ALL STARS IN SUPPORT OF THE GUELPH FIRE FIGHTERS BENEVOLENT FOUNDATION

The Guelph Firefighter All-Stars will face off against a full line-up of former NHL hockey heroes. This annual game is a great family event that includes lots of skill and lots of laughs. This (25th) annual game is to raise funds for the Firefighters Benevolent Foundation.

This fund is used to assist area hospitals in purchasing medical and emergency equipment. The fund has risen over $500,000 since it began in 1984. Money is used to purchase electric beds and crash carts, as well as contribute toward the C.T. Scan (CAT scan), Dialysis Machine, and equipment for the Chemotherapy Unit.

FEATURING
Mark Laforest, Al Iafrate, Darryl Shannon, Larry Murphy, Craig Muni, Ric Nattress, Nik Antropov, John Ogrodnick, Bernie Nicholls, Gary Leeman & Dave Hutchison 

SATURDAY, JANUARY 12, 2019

7:30 PM (Doors open at 6:30 pm)

 SLEEMAN CENTRE

50 Woolwich St. - Guelph

TICKET AND INFORMATION LINE 1-800-516-5810

NOTE this event doesn’t list the ticket price http://www.prohockeyheroes.com/2018/06/pro-hockey-heroes-vs-guelph.html

Jan 14

Falcons @ Country Hills Community Centre

Please join the staff and community at Country Hills Community Centre for a free family falconry demonstration! This event is great for all ages so please feel free to bring your family, friends and neighbours.

TICKETS: Free tickets are available at Country Hills Community Centre, or phone the centre at 519-741-2596 and let us know you will be attending https://www.facebook.com/events/1955874308055841

Jan 15

KW Titans @ The Aud SPECIAL 11am SCHOOL DAY GAME http://kwtitans.com/14519/schedule-and-results

Jan 17

KW Titans @ The Aud 7pm http://kwtitans.com/14519/schedule-and-results

Jan 19

Mini Pop Kids In LONDON ONTARIO (also in Kitchener in February) Info at https://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.com/2018/10/mini-pop-kids-live-in-london-and.html

KW Titans @ The Aud 7pm http://kwtitans.com/14519/schedule-and-results

Jan 20
Chicopee Community Night - Cambridge
Free all-access lift tickets from 5 pm to 9 pm for Cambridge residents with proof of residence. $36 Discover Package also available. http://www.discoverchicopee.com/index.php/events

Jan 24

KW Titans @ The Aud 7pm http://kwtitans.com/14519/schedule-and-results

Jan 25-27

Winterloo

Winterloo is the city's annual cold weather festival. 

This three day winter festival takes place in Waterloo Public Square, Waterloo Park West, and the Train Station. Each day new and repeat activities will occur. This event has been running for sixteen years, and this year we have some old favourite’s like skating, chili cook off, and the Tumblebus along with some fun new events.

Friday, January 25

Waterloo Public Square, 7 to 9:00 p.m.

Skate Night Date Night - Musician TBA

Saturday, January 26 and Sunday, January 27

Winter Uptown

Various locations in uptown Waterloo, 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Princess Cinemas - movie screening at 4:00 p.m. (movies to be announced)

Waterloo Public Library - winter storytime inside + an outdoor hot chocolate warming station

Button Factory Arts - TBD - Saturday only

UpTown Waterloo BIA Chili Cook-Off - Chainsaw Restaurant

Skating in Waterloo Public Square

More TBA

Winter Warmth

Visitor and Heritage Information Centre, 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

JACK the Nimblebus - indoor playground on a bus

More TBA

Winter Cultures

Waterloo Park West, 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Ice Carvings (2)

Matt Morris - Giant Snow Carvings

Snowman Building Station

Beavertails Food Truck

St Jacobs Horse Drawn Tours - Free Horse Drawn Carriage Rides 

More TBA

Winter Survival

Waterloo Park West, 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Waterloo Polar Plunge for Special Olympics

Ice Fishing Game - large county fair style game with magnets and foam fish

More TBA

Winter Sports

Waterloo Park West, 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Winter Golf - chipping

Waterloo Region Nordic Club - TBA

Moutain Equipment Co-op Kitchener - Snow Shoe Nerf Biathlon

Winter Obstacle Course

More TBA https://www.waterloo.ca/en/things-to-do/winterloo.aspx?fbclid=IwAR0UxmbQ2jUGLd8RyfazZ5yLz8hwAAAfMm5LbRkfcnprUfw7EnetuAtYd6c

Jan 27

Family Literacy Day @ Conestoga Mall 11am-4pm https://www.facebook.com/events/517651142061276

Chicopee Community Night - Waterloo
Free all-access lift tickets from 5 pm to 9 pm for Waterloo residents with proof of residence. $36 Discover Package also available. http://www.discoverchicopee.com/index.php/events

Jan 31

KW Titans @ The Aud 7pm http://kwtitans.com/14519/schedule-and-results

Looking Ahead

The Mini Pop Kids in Kitchener in 2019

Info at https://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.com/2018/10/mini-pop-kids-live-in-london-and.html