Saturday, June 1, 2019

June Summer Festivals, Fireworks, Family Fun and Stuff To Do in the Kitchener Waterloo 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!
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
Region of Waterloo Libraries Calendar http://calendar.rwlibrary.ca/?_mid_=17409
Cambridge Libraries – Idea Exchange Calendar http://ideaexchange.org
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
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
The Creekside Playground is open on Sundays and is available to the general public Monday through Thursday 9:30am-11:30am at various seasons throughout the year.  You do not need to be a Creekside attender to enjoy the use of the playground.
Admission is free!  Aside from regular play, special events/classes are offered throughout the week.  This is a great place for your children to play and for you to meet new friends.
Choose from 2 locations.
660 Conservation Drive, Waterloo.
1356 Weber St East, Kitchener.


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.

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
Tot Spot Drop In @ Downtown Kitchener Community Centre 9:30am-11:30am info at https://www.facebook.com/groups/2369595749/permalink/10156973005215750

Tots at Play (Mondays and Fridays)
Unleash the kids with toys galore! Unrestricted floor space allows for tons of creative play and action games.
For newborn - 6Y. Caregivers must supervise children at all times.
  Mondays and Fridays, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Manulife Financial Soccer and Sports Centre in Bechtel Park, 185 Bridge Street, Waterloo 

FREE YOGA IN VICTORIA PARK @ 5pm https://queenstreetyoga.com/classes/type:dropin/id:88

Show and Shine Classic Car Mondays is upon us!
Join us from 6 pm until dusk every Monday starting this coming Monday June 3rd until Monday September 16th in the parking lot in front of PartSource located at The Shops at Highland and Westmount (563 Highland Road West, Kitchener). https://www.facebook.com/ClassicCarMondays


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!
·         June 4 
·         June 18

Colour Our Community @ KPL Central (Downtown) every 1st and 3rd 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.

Nature Play @ Kingsdale Park 3pm-6pm

Wednesdays
Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m. from April 17 - June 5, Huron Natural Area
  • Grow your young child's love of nature through stories in the forest. We gather for about an hour and a half to enjoy nature-themed songs and tales, as well as a short hike.
  • Content is suited for children age five and under.
  • Admission is free and registration is not required. 

FREE YOGA IN VICTORIA PARK @ NOON https://queenstreetyoga.com/classes/type:dropin/id:88



Nature Play @ Gzowski Park 3pm-6pm

Thursdays
A FREE art program every Thursday! -
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.

For those willing to drive out of town
Thursday evenings MAY 2nd to June 3rd www.jolleysfarmtoys.ca #ToyClub

Castle Concert Series – Castle Kilbride Baden
Thursday evenings in June, July & August bring your lawn chair and enjoy unique music every time on the front lawn of Castle Kilbride from 7:00 p.m. -8:00 p.m. Admission is by donation. Weather permitting.
June 13- Elvis with Mike Lorentz (Oldies)
June 20- Dana K & The Remedy (R&B, Funk & Soul)
June 27 – Twas Now Mike & Diana Erb (Traditional Country & Folk Standards)


Fridays

Beginning January 11th 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.


Tots at Play (Mondays and Fridays)
Unleash the kids with toys galore! Unrestricted floor space allows for tons of creative play and action games.
For newborn - 6Y. Caregivers must supervise children at all times.
  Mondays and Fridays, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Manulife Financial Soccer & Sports Centre in Bechtel Park, 185 Bridge Street, Waterloo 

Saturdays
Family Favourites $2.99 Films @ Cineplex

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

Sundays
Waterloo Band Summer Concert Series @ Waterloo Park various Sundays info at https://twitter.com/WaterlooBand/status/1134260208333725696




June 2019 eBlast

June Ongoing

Billy Elliot in Stratford – info at https://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.com/2019/05/strife-strike-and-sensation-are-themes.html

Little Shop of Horrors in Stratford - info at https://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.com/2019/06/little-shop-of-horrors-ensures-that.html


Tea @ Castle Kilbride in Baden Wed-Fri beginning mid June 1:30pm cost $15 https://www.wilmot.ca/en/living-here/Events-and-Exhibits.aspx

June 1, 2019
Tropical Bird Sanctuary @ Colour Paradise Greenhouses
10am-2pm
Drop in to our greenhouse on Saturday, June 1 to meet the amazing trained parrots from Jock Flock Productions. They are a group of knowledgeable parrot owners that love to entertain and educate people of all ages.
Stop by their table in our greenhouse to see some incredible bird tricks, interact with exotic birds, and even get your photo taken with them. How cool is that?
It's a perfect day of fun for the whole family! https://www.colourparadise.com/news-events.php

Blair Road Neighbourhood Association Neighbourhood Day  11am-2pm https://www.cambridgetimes.ca/events/9365407--blair-road-neighbourhood-associatio/
Road Trip then it’s the Stratford Multicultural Festival from 1pm-9pm Come join the Multicultural Association of Perth-Huron for this annual family-friendly cultural event! There will be music, dancing and ethnic foods to experience. There will also be exhibits for kids - bouncy castle and a 'touch the truck' experience. You'll find us behind city hall in Market Square. Donations are welcome, and will support empowering newcomer women in our community. https://www.facebook.com/events/436863087065837/
Caribbean Dreams Concert @ Country Hills Community Centre
Doors open 7pm Kids 13 & under Free, otherwise $10 https://www.caribbeandreamsconcert.com


June 2
Family Sunday @ Kitchener Waterloo Art Gallery (by Centre in the Square)
Drop-in from 1-4pm
Free admission
All ages welcome

SPRING 2019 WORK BEE’s @ Steckle Farm
Sunday May 5th from 2 to 5 pm and Sunday June 2nd from 1 to 4pm! 
We’ll provide the snacks and fresh air, and you provide some extra energy! Families of all ages are most definitely welcome! We’ll focus on getting some gardens ready, some paddocks cleaned, some branches picked up, and some leftover leaves raked. We like to take short breaks to visit the animals, and we’ll take you on a little tour of the farm as well! Register at  http://stecklehomestead.ca/about-steckle-heritage-farm/volunteering-2

Carnival Extravaganza in Guelph @ Riverside Park http://www.guelphlionsclub.org/

Downtown Guelph Exotic Car Show Noon -4pm
splash pad open again, face painting, great live music, a 50/50 raffle with great prizes, while all proceeds help support BBBSG, and exotic cars you can sit in and snap a photo!

Carden St will be packed end to end with the best exotics our region has to offer!
https://www.facebook.com/events/2271339212922813

Sunday, June 2, 2019 | 3 – 4pm
Location:
Summary:
The Rainbow Chorus, conducted by Music Director Alison MacNeill, is excited to perform songs of celestial celebration. Moondance, Stairway to Heaven, Rewrite the Stars and more!
The concert will also feature a raffle and a reception.
Website:
Cost $20, Students $10

June 4
Tuesday, June 4, 2019 | 10am – 6pm


The festivities will begin with Prayer and festival will start at 10:00 am. It will feature fun- filled activities for children including pony rides, kiddy train rides, mechanical rides, henna, and large inflatables. There will also be a wide variety of entertainment including talent show as well as a variety of cuisines to enjoy through out the day. 


June 5
Wednesday, June 5, 2019 | 12:30 – 2:30pm


Come try the sport of lawn bowling at our open house! An accessible sport, fun for all ages, you'll be hooked from the first bowl you roll!

Free lessons and instruction will be provided followed by short games with other new bowlers

June 6
Suddaby School Fun Fair 4:30pm-7:30pm https://www.facebook.com/events/309421919982570/
June 7-9
Guelph Multicultural Festival http://gdmf.ca

June 7
June 7th at 6:30pm for ribbon cutting and to enjoy the Elmira Dog park 6:30pm-8pm https://www.facebook.com/355032784526785/photos/a.403453496351380/2676959075667466/?type=3&theater

June 8
City of Waterloo Service Centre Open House on Saturday, June 8 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. @ 265 Lexington Ct. Waterloo
 Enjoy equipment rides, face painting, demos and displays. Proceeds from the charity BBQ go to Ronald McDonald House Charities. https://events.waterloo.ca/default/Detail/2019-06-08-1000-Service-Centre-Open-House

CITY OF KITCHENER NEIGHBOURS DAY
Various Events and Venues https://www.lovemyhood.ca/en/events-parties/neighbours-day.aspx

ROBIN IN THE HOOD FESTIVAL IN ELMIRA 10am-5pm Gibson Park
Festival Day Admission
$5.00 per Child aged 3-14
$10.00 per Youth/Adult (15+)
$20.00 per Family (2 Adults and up to 4 children) 

The HOWLer is Pound Dog Rescue’s largest annual fundraiser. Jo
The 4th annual HOWLer will be held on Saturday, June 8, 10:00 am -4:00pm, at the WRPA Recreation Centre, 1128 Rife Road, North Dumfries.
This is an event for the whole family — four legged, bushy tailed included — and will involve a 2.5 km fundraiser dog walk, barbecue, vendor tent, raffle prizes , various dog demonstrations, and more!
The HOWLer promises to be a memorable, fun-filled day for the whole family. Come out and help us raise money for local dogs in need! https://pdrhowler.ca

Cardmaking workshop for kids 2pm-4pm
Ages 9 - 12 June 8th - Featured - Thankyou card for teachers / Birthday Cards / Father's day Card
$15
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2369595749/permalink/10157246414660750

90’s  Neighbours Day in Williamsburg
Max Becker Common for lots of fun park activities, face painting with Glencairn Church, 90's trivia, awesome music, prizes and more!
Park Activities start @ 5pm

Nimblebus on site!! 5-8:00 p.m. https://www.facebook.com/Nimblebus/
Outdoor showing of Space Jam starts @ sunset (around 8:30, 9:00 pm)

Summerlights Festival in Downtown Kitchener it begins at 8pm

June 9
Grand Porch Party 1pm-5pm Various locations https://grandporchparty.wordpress.com/2019-performance-map

June 13
The Sign Depot Inc. has a new production facility! Come see our new space during our OPEN HOUSE and FREE BBQ on June 13th from Noon to 6pm.
Find us at
8519 Wellington Rd. Line 86
FREE but you need to register at https://guestlist.co/events/609114

June 14-16

June 14
Friday June 14, 2019, 6 to10 pm, Cambridge City Hall   
Each year, for one evening in June, the Cambridge Celebration of the Arts (CCA) presents the community with a variety of works by local artists and artists connected to our community.
This free exhibition focuses on works judged in visual, literary and performance arts competitions. The event showcases many different styles and genres of art.
The CCA event happens at City Hall, the Square and surrounding streets. Through a number of partnerships, this celebration also includes special art experiences for our audiences. We also have kid-friendly and family-centred activities.
Local restaurants sell a variety of foods and beverages at the event as well! 

June 15-16

June 15
Father’s Day BBQ @ Kitchener Market
Saturday, June 15 from 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
The quickest way to Dad’s heart is through his stomach!
Celebrate Father’s Day at the Kitchener Market and join us on the piazza for an outdoor BBQ.
We'll have live music, kids crafts and some cool cars and motorcycles on display.
And all dads get a free jumbo hot dog for lunch! https://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/father-s-day-celebration.asp

Card Making Workshop 2pm-4pm  Ages 5 - 8 Featured - Thankyou card for teachers / Birthday Cards
$15
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2369595749/permalink/10157246414660750

Cameron Heights School 50th Anniversary
Cameron Heights Collegiate Institute, 301 Charles St E, Kitchener,
The school will be open for tours, music and sporting events from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm. Please plan to join us for our inaugural Wall of Fame presentations at 12:00 pm. Food trucks will be available in the afternoon.
St. Agatha Strawberry Fest https://stagathalionsstrawberryfest.com
FHCA Annual FREE Family Fun Day BBQ
Saturday, June 15, 2019
1:30 to 4:00 pm
Location: Forest Heights Community Centre
FREE BBQ, rides, and activities for the whole family!!
Mark the date or volunteer for this event.
Cost: FREE

KING STREATERY FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL DETAILS
4:00 PM – 11:00 PM
King Street, Downtown Kitchener
THERE IS NO ENTRY COST!
20 Food Trucks
Live Musicians
Various Booths & Tents
Games & Activities
Children’s Programming
*New This Year: Craft Beer Garden!*
Proceeds directly support Big Brothers Big Sisters of Waterloo Region https://waterloo.bigbrothersbigsisters.ca/event/king-streatery-food-truck-festival

June 16
HAPPY FATHER’S DAY
Father’s Day Bike Ride
Reep House and follow cycle paths to Filsinger Park and Monarch Woods before returning to Reep House. All ages welcome, although kids under 12 should be accompanied by an adult. Don’t forget your helmet and some water!
We will be accompanied by Cycling into the Future, a local organisation that promotes the love of biking among young people and believes that cycling makes our world a better place – and they’ll give us a few safety tips along the way.
AGENDA
Intro & Safety Info: 1:30 - 1:40 pm
Bike Ride: 1:40 - 3:00 pm, approx.
Reep Open House: 3:00 - 3:30pm

Free Admission for Dads @ Castle Kilbride Baden https://www.wilmot.ca/en/living-here/Events-and-Exhibits.aspx

Hops For Pops @ Waterloo Region Museum (DOON)
Enjoy this unique beer festival where adults can sample local beer, while visiting with their friends and family. In addition, the festival features delicious food from The Chop House, live music, wagon rides and fun activities for all ages.
$25 plus HST per person includes admission to the museum, Doon Heritage Village and the beer festival, five beer samples and a souvenir sampling cup. Limited tickets available. Purchase in advance to avoid disappointment. Must be 19 years of age or older to redeem beer tickets. This outdoor event takes place rain or shine. All ticket purchases are non-refundable.
This is a family-friendly event and everyone is welcome to attend. Regular admission rates to the museum and Doon Heritage Village apply for those who are not taking part in the beer festival tastings. Rates are $5 for children ages 5 to 12, $11 for adults, and $8 for students and seniors, all admission rates plus HST. These passes can also be purchased in advance to avoid line ups.
D.J. Penny will be spinning some top 40 hits and live music from the band Paradox !
Adult Beer Ticket ( includes 5 beer samples, souvenir mug) - $25
Adult (non-beer drinking) - $11
Student & Senior ( non-beer drinking) $8.00
Child – 5-12 years old - $5
*ONLINE SALES HAVE THE HST ADDED *

June 19
Campfire @ Waterloo Public Square
Gather around the campfire with friends and neighbours for music, food, fire, and more!

June 19th is a Special True North addition of Campfire.
6:30 p.m
BirdCity
7:30 p.m
Safe as Houses
8:30 p.m
Great Lake Swimmers
June 20

True North Festival Concert at Kitchener City Hall beginning at 7pm https://www.kitchenerevents.ca/whats-on/events?eventID=2165

June 21
How To Train Your Dragon 2 @ Shades Mill Cambridge - Free with paid park admission or with your Grand River Parks Membership https://calendar.grandriver.ca/default/Detail/2019-06-14-Friday-Night-Movies-Under-the-Stars-at-Shades-Mill


June 22-23
KW Multicultural Festival in Victoria Park https://www.kwmc.on.ca/festival-2019

June 22
Breakfast on the Farm in Elora

Sights and Lights
UpTown Waterloo + Downtown Kitchener
ION Launch Party
Saturday, June 22, 12 – 8 pm
To celebrate the official launch of ION, the Region of Waterloo’s Light Rapid Transit service, the UpTown Waterloo and Downtown Kitchener BIAs have put together a fun-filled day and evening to enjoy with the whole family. Jump on the ION (which is offering FREE rides for the first 11 days of service) and explore all that each core area has to offer!
Special programming will be found throughout UpTown and Downtown between 12 pm and 10 pm, including acoustic bands, art installations, performers, free giveaways, a scavenger hunt and an outdoor concert in the Waterloo Public Square starting at 8 pm  https://uptownwaterloobia.com/annual-festivals-events/sights-and-lights
Open Streets is back on the street! Join us on Willis Way for a great line-up of artists, activities, demos, and performances. 
Saturday, June 22
Noon – 5 p.m.
Willis Way, uptown Waterloo 
This family-friendly, free event features a street art theme complete with b-boy/b-girl competition, a scratch DJ showcase, a market place, community picnic, and street art paintings. 
Open Streets celebrates the livable cities movement and we are excited to open Willis Way to pedestrians only, to host this popular event. https://www.waterloo.ca/Modules/News/index.aspx?feedId=0d868655-ba17-4efa-988b-1951530c7aec&newsId=164891e5-7ab4-44ac-b875-9f6613d3a3e5

Action sport park design unveiling 
We are planning new skateboard parks at Albert McCormick Community Centre, Stork Family YMCA/John M. Harper Branch Library and RIM Park, as well as a bike park at RIM Park. In January this year, over 300 people provided input into the features and design for these parks, and we invite the community to attend the design unveiling. 
Saturday, June 22
Noon – 2 p.m.
Skatepark, Father David Bauer Drive 
Consultants from NewLine Skateparks will be onsite to display the designs, collect feedback and answer questions. There will also be a draw for six skateboards and one bike, for those who completed our feedback survey. The agenda for the event is as follows: 
12-12:30 p.m.
·         Greetings from Mayor Jaworsky and council
·         Draw for skateboards and bike
·         Free treats!
12:30 – 2 p.m.
·         Meet the action sport parks design team
·         Discuss the designs and share feedback
·         Skateboard in the park and enjoy skills demonstrations 

June 23
Westvale Fun Fair - Red River Park Waterloo
3pm-dusk
activities, face painting, balloon twisting, circus arts, and the fireworks show https://www.westvale.ca/events
Taste Real Guelph Wellington Local Food Fest 11:00am - 4:00pm
Ignatius Jesuit Centre
5420 Hwy 6 North, Guelph/Eramosa
Enjoy the tastes of Guelph Wellington, watch food skills demos and pick up fresh, delicious and real local food. You can also learn about mushroom growing and foraging, sausage making, fermenting and composting, bread making, backyard chickens, and cider making - all through free workshops offered throughout the day. 
We love seeing families sprawled on the grass with their Local Food Fest bags packed full of great local produce, meat, bread, craft products, and seedlings! We hope you will take home some new skills from our workshops and cooking demos, and make new friends and new connections with our local farmers and producers. Scroll down for workshop times and more information on activities you can enjoy at the 14th Annual Guelph Wellington Local Food Fest!
Admission: Minimum donation of $5 per person, $10 per family


June 26
Mid-Week Market Night 1 @ Kitchener Market
Wednesday, June 26, from 4-8 p.m.
Nailed It Nite is excited to be a part of the Kitchener Market's Mid-Week Market by offering a fun drop-off DIY workshop for children ages 10 and up. You can leave your child at the class and go explore the Market! Find the details about this week's workshop: DIY Canadian Flag Sign
For kids:YMCA family activities, face painting and balloons from 5-7 p.m.
In the Marketplace kitchen: Chef D will be creating seasonal samples with this week’s special, from 5-6:30 p.m.
Quality Express presents a hand tied floral session. Learn how to create a beautiful bouquet and bring it home with you.
Music:
DJ Jazz playing inside from 5-7 p.m.
Tim Louis playing inside from 7-8 p.m.
Market Walk DTK - Mural Launch Party
We are pleased to have the Downtown Kitchener BIA join us to unveiled the work of artist Nicole Beno. Enjoy the new 18-meter public art piece with a market theme on Eby Street while you experience the fun of the Mid-Week Market
+ Don't miss out on the Workhaus Open Jam After Party from 8pm - 11pm featuring a different brewery each week, music jam led by a Sofar Sounds Waterloo musician (instruments available for use) - Think East Coast Kitchen Party!

June 27
2019 Steckle Farm Festival, 5:30pm to 8:30pm
Animals will be out to greet you in the upper paddocks. Bring your picnic blankets, and enjoy a wholesome homemade dinner of farm fresh salads, delicious honey garlic sausages, soft serve ice cream and cotton candy and lemonade!
 Afterwards, have some fun with our family tractor rides and scavenger hunt, and dance it out with our own national treasure and fan favourite, Erick Traplin
Tickets are $15 for folks 13+ and $10 for kiddos ages 2-12. Babes in arms are free! Get them at http://stecklehomestead.ca/upcomingevents/farmers-picnic

June 28
Trolls @ Shades Mill Cambridge - Free with paid park admission or with your Grand River Parks Membership https://calendar.grandriver.ca/default/Detail/2019-06-14-Friday-Night-Movies-Under-the-Stars-at-Shades-Mill


June 30
Princess @ Victoria Park event with our Ice Princess! 11am-Noon
This will be an enchanting hour with games, songs, stories, dancing, make-overs, and more! Tickets will be sold for $20 per child (adults and non-participating under 2's will be free) https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/princess-in-the-park-ice-princess-tickets-62070647979

Celebrate Canada @ New Apostolic Church 160 Margaret Ave. Kitchener
7pm-10pm
Music By 91.5 the Beat
Petting Zoo, Face Painting, Pony Rides, Balloon Animals

Misting Tent, Extreme Bouncy Castles, Character appearances
Community Art Project, Recreational Sports,
Spectacular Fireworks Show and more! https://www.naccommunity.com

Looking Ahead
CANADA DAY
Free Canada Day Community Carnival @ Trinity Church
Free Canada Day Community Carnival. Please come and enjoy an afternoon of family fun including Hot Dogs, Pop Corn, Cotton Candy, and Freezies. Check out the Exotic Animals, Marble Mazes, STEM and Robotics Activities, Games, Races, Preschool Play Zone and More. See you on Canada Day from Noon to 4:00 PM.   330 Conservation Drive, Waterloo https://trinityemc.com/canada-day-carnival
Canada Day Celebrations at University Of Waterloo
For 2019 there will only be a fireworks, they will not be having the full day event.

Downtown Kitchener City Hall
Afternoon events and fireworks INFO TBD https://www.kitchenerevents.ca/whats-on/events?eventID=145
CAMBRIDGE
All day events and fireworks
Canada Day Celebrations in Guelph
All day events and fireworks

Canada Day in New Hamburg, Wilmot Township
All day events and fireworks

ROAD TRIPS
July
Town of St. Mary’s Stonetown Heritage Festival – Info TBD http://www.townofstmarys.com/en/discover-our-town/Stonetown-Heritage-Festival.aspx

Mount Forest Fireworks Festival – 3rd Weekend of July – Info TBD https://www.mountforestfireworks.ca



Take A Kid To The Course, powered by the National Golf Course Owners Association Canada, allows for a FREE round of golf for youth under 16 when accompanied by a paying adult.
HUNDREDS of courses will offer FREE golf to youth sixteen and under* who are accompanied by a paying adult during the Take A Kid to the Course program beginning July 2nd, 2019.
In addition to free golf, many courses will offer additional programs such as junior clinics, free range balls, free junior club rentals and parent/child tournaments.
Simply follow these easy steps to book your tee time today:
View the Participating Courses page to view the listing of courses in your area.
Be sure to check any ‘Additional Programs’ they are offering or to check if there are any restrictions on their offer.
Call the course to book your tee time. Be sure to let them know you are participating in the Take A Kid To The Course program!
Enjoy your family time and remember to HAVE FUN!
*Please note that 1 junior under 16 plays free with 1 paid adult. http://kidsplaygolf.ca/about


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