Sunday, February 28, 2021

Online Events for St. Patrick's Day, Kitchener Market Cooking and Wellness, Art and More Activities, Videos and Stuff To Do in March 2021

 

As always, we suggest you go through the links now, as some activities require you to pre-register, and often the info will change without our knowledge.

If you are new to our list, the top part is ongoing activities and the eBlast portion further down has date specific events.  We have a great mix of outdoor and online suggestions for you.

ONGOING IN MARCH (eBlast is further down the page)

Our BEST PLACES TO TOBOGGAN LIST can be found at https://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.com/2012/12/best-places-to-toboggan-in-kitchener.html there are even great recommendations in the comments of that post too!

Outdoor Skating Rinks Waterloo (maximum 10 people) https://www.waterloo.ca/en/things-to-do/arenas-and-outdoor-rinks.aspx

Outdoor Skating Rinks Kitchener (does not state maximums) https://www.kitchener.ca/en/things-to-do/outdoor-winter-rinks.aspx#Outdoor-rink-locations

Snow Sculpting Club from Snowbank Productions https://snowbankproductions.weebly.com/snow-sculpting-club.html

Waterloo Show Me the City Walking Tour https://www.winterloofestival.ca/show-me-the-city

Laurel Creek Conservation Area (Waterloo) and Shade’s Mills Conservation Area (Cambridge) Snow Shoeing and Cross-Country Skiing info https://www.grandriver.ca/en/outdoor-recreation/Skiing-and-snowshoeing.aspx  NOTE *Admission fee when attendant is on duty.

KW Counselling Couch to 5K ongoing until March 23 https://www.kwcounselling.com/special-events/run4kwcs-couch-to-5k/

Winter Seed Sowing https://seeds.ca/schoolfoodgardens/nancys-nook-2

Winterloo List of Activities for this winter https://www.winterloofestival.ca

Book a free introduction Roblox game design course from Algorithmics Waterloo:

https://Waterloo.alg.academy (Note we do not know what the regular course cost is)

Looking for new things to do with your child? Do you think your child would enjoy participating in science? If your child is between the ages of 3-7, they are eligible to sign-up for an online study with researchers at the University of Waterloo. Participation is free and the studies are quite fun for children! Children get a certificate at the end and a chance to win a $50 Amazon gift card. A typical session involves a 25-minute Zoom video call with their researchers. If you would like to sign-up, please visit https://www.uwcoral.ca/sign-up. If you have any questions, please email developmentalonline@uwaterloo.ca

OLD POST OFFICE LIGHT SHOW Thursday - Sunday, February 18 to March 28, 2021, Old Post Office 12 Water Street South, Cambridge, ON

Description:

Watch visual effects transform the Old Post Office every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday night!

New to the Winter show, tune your radio into FM 92.5 to hear the music that is set with the video projection. Playing at 7:00, 7:30, 8:00 and 8:30pm. Each show is approximately 15 minutes. Please Note: Some shows may have strobe light type effects that may be disorienting to some residents. Please remember that pandemic guidelines are still in effect and that gathering limits apply. https://ideaexchange.org/programs/event/old-post-office-light-show

#KitchenerSafetyDance

https://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.com/2021/03/the-city-of-kitchener-brings-new.html

March 6-17

VIRTUAL IRISH LIFE FESTIVAL

Various events and prices. Info at https://www.irishreallifekw.com

Artist’s Pallet Durham Region Online Art Classes. Dates and Prices Vary https://www.facebook.com/artistspalettedurham/events/?ref=page_internal

 

Early Years events on Zoom for registration info visit https://earlyyearsinfo.ca

KPL Calendar https://kplca.evanced.info/signup/

WPL Calendar http://calendar.wpl.ca/eventcalendar.asp?lib=all

Region of Waterloo Library Calendar https://www.rwlibrary.ca/en/programs-events/virtual-programs.aspx

Cambridge Libraries Calendar https://ideaexchange.org/programs-events 

March 2021 eBlast

March 2

Kitchener Market Wellness Class Live on the City of Kitchener’s Facebook Page 7pm Info at https://calendar.kitchenermarket.ca/default/Month?StartDate=03/01/2021

March 3

EMPOWERED WOMEN showcases impactful female leaders and provides female-identifying students an opportunity to connect and explore through informative and interactive sessions, panels and more 6:30-9:30pm Register at https://hopin.com/events/woc-empowered_women

DINOSAURS | The Age of Big Weird Feathered Things Virtual Tour at 7pm. Info at https://www.facebook.com/events/444102143504546

March 6

Kitchener Market Kids in the Kitchen Virtual Cooking Class Live on the City of Kitchener’s Facebook Page at 10am Info at https://calendar.kitchenermarket.ca/default/Month?StartDate=03/01/2021

March 6-7

Celebrate Toronto Virtual Show https://www.celebratetoronto.ca

March 7

Drayton Entertainment on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/drayton.entertainment 7:00 p.m. EST

Michael Vanhevel

Swinging Greats of the '40s, '50s and '60s!

Accompanied by Music Director Mark Payne on piano, Alex Baerg on guitar, Dan Baerg on drums, Tony DeLuca on saxophone, and Mark Laidman on bass.

March 8

The Giggle Mat Episode 2. It will be available on youtube and facebook to watch info at

https://www.facebook.com/events/1123673321469285

Kitchener Rangers Women in Hockey Conference 3pm-6pm INFO at https://chl.ca/article/rangers-to-hold-women-in-hockey-conference-on-international-womens-day Register at https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_I1dqbhLMQdKKaG7mTAlmLw

The Humane Society of Kitchener Waterloo & Stratford Perth is excited to be able to offer Virtual Yoga with a licensed instructor, Jaci!

We began offering yoga virtually in August of this year and have found it to be a great success with people of varying ages.  Jaci's approach to practice is gentle and relaxing and the feedback we have received about her teaching has been excellent. Virtual Yoga takes place on Zoom and lasts from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm.  No additional materials are required. Cost:  $15 Register at https://kwsphumane.ca/adults/yoga

March 8-12

Come to Your Senses Fundraiser for DeafBlind Ontario Services. Info at https://deafblindontario.com/events/come-to-your-senses

March 9

Kitchener Market Cooking Class Live on the City of Kitchener’s Facebook Page at Noon. Info at https://calendar.kitchenermarket.ca/default/Month?StartDate=03/01/2021

March 10

Kitchener Market Cooking Class Live on the City of Kitchener’s Facebook Page at 6:30pm Info at https://calendar.kitchenermarket.ca/default/Month?StartDate=03/01/2021

Explore Your Future 2021: Career Speaker Series for Students Grade 7-12 and their parents 6:30-7:30pm Register https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/explore-your-future-2021-career-speaker-series-registration-130819206769

 

Get career inspiration from local professionals at this free online event series for grade 7-12 students and their parents/guardians Get career inspiration from local professionals at this free online event series for grade 7-12 students and their parents/guardians

Careers Starting and Leading Companies

Want to lead? Learn how people like you use their talents to create, build and lead companies across a range of industries.

March 13

Kitchener Market Kids in the Kitchen Virtual Cooking Class Live on the City of Kitchener’s Facebook Page at 10am Info at https://calendar.kitchenermarket.ca/default/Month?StartDate=03/01/2021

Kitchener Market Beach in a Box w/Artshine (limited spots available – drop off

March 12)

Craving some sunshine in your house? Introducing Beach in a Box! Come away with Artshine and the Kitchener Market. With this activity kit, you and your family will be able to watch an online tutorial and paint a tropical scene on canvas together, all supplies included.

Island music list and vacation-mocktails recipes, beach ball, sand, and floral lei will be included in each box. All supplies, paint, canvas and seashells will also be included!

Each kit has supplies for up to four participants. Register Here for your kit! Please note: Kits will be dropped off via porch delivery on Friday, March 12; the video tutorial will premiere at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 13 and can be accessed any time afterwards. To ensure that you recieve your kit promptly, please check that your Activenet account has an up-to-date address.

Cost:

10.00

Info from https://calendar.kitchenermarket.ca/default/Detail/2021-03-13-1130-Beach-in-a-Box-with-ArtShine

March 14

Kitchener Market Cooking Class Live on the City of Kitchener’s Facebook Page at 2pm. Info at https://calendar.kitchenermarket.ca/default/Month?StartDate=03/01/2021

Drayton Entertainment on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/drayton.entertainment 7:00 p.m. EST

The Mantini Sisters

Great songs from the ‘30s to the ‘70s: Jazz to Broadway and Pop to Country!

Accompanied by Music Director Mark Camilleri on piano, Peter Bleakney on bass, and Kevin Dempsey on drums.

March 16

Kitchener Market Wellness Class Live on the City of Kitchener’s Facebook Page 8pm Info at https://calendar.kitchenermarket.ca/default/Month?StartDate=03/01/2021

March 17

HAPPY ST. PATRICK’S DAY

Virtual St. Patrick’s Day: Irish Delight

Kitchener Market Cooking Class Live along with Irish Dancers on the City of Kitchener’s Facebook Page at 6:30pm. Info at https://calendar.kitchenermarket.ca/default/Month?StartDate=03/01/2021

March 20

Kitchener Market Kids in the Kitchen Virtual Cooking Class Live on the City of Kitchener’s Facebook Page at 10am Info at https://calendar.kitchenermarket.ca/default/Month?StartDate=03/01/2021

Drayton Entertainment on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/drayton.entertainment 7:00 p.m. EST

Lee Siegel

Standards, Motown, Broadway, and Beyond!

Accompanied by Music Director Mark Camilleri on piano, Cathy Anderson on cello, Jesse Grandmont on violin, Matt Lima on bass, and David MacDougall on drums.

March 21

Virtual Grand Opening - The Gies Family Centre 2pm Register at

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/virtual-grand-opening-the-gies-family-centre-tickets-137626832561

March 23

Kitchener Market Cooking Class Live on the City of Kitchener’s Facebook Page at 5:30pm. Info at https://calendar.kitchenermarket.ca/default/Month?StartDate=03/01/2021

March 24

Kitchener Market Cooking Class Live on the City of Kitchener’s Facebook Page at 6:30pm. Info at https://calendar.kitchenermarket.ca/default/Month?StartDate=03/01/2021

Explore Your Future 2021: Career Speaker Series for Students Grade 7-12 and their parents 6:30-7:30pm Register https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/explore-your-future-2021-career-speaker-series-registration-130819206769

Helping Professionals - Careers Making a Difference for Others

Want to help others? Learn how people like you use their skills to support and heal people and communities.

March 26

Kitchener Market Cooking Class Live on the City of Kitchener’s Facebook Page at 6:30pm. Info at https://calendar.kitchenermarket.ca/default/Month?StartDate=03/01/2021

March 27

Kitchener Market Kids in the Kitchen Virtual Cooking Class Live on the City of Kitchener’s Facebook Page at 10am Info at https://calendar.kitchenermarket.ca/default/Month?StartDate=03/01/2021

Earth Hour at 8:30pm 

Here are 20 ways to celebrate Earth Hour https://latest.earthhour.org/earthhour-at-home?hsCtaTracking=19ae5736-45b6-4b93-88cd-88cc8ca1d699%7Cc980ae46-8b36-4ad4-8a22-8dbb5ca421d7 from https://www.earthhour.org

March 28

Kitchener Market Cooking Class Live on the City of Kitchener’s Facebook Page at 2pm. Info at https://calendar.kitchenermarket.ca/default/Month?StartDate=03/01/2021

Drayton Entertainment on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/drayton.entertainment 2:00 p.m. EST

Mark Cassius

All For Love!

Accompanied by Music Director Steve Thomas on piano, Dave Dunlop on trumpet, Richard Moore on drums, Paul Pacanowski on saxophone, and Junior Riggan on bass.

March 31

Kitchener Market Cooking Class Live on the City of Kitchener’s Facebook Page at 6:30pm. Info at https://calendar.kitchenermarket.ca/default/Month?StartDate=03/01/2021


Saturday, February 13, 2021

Spend the Family Day Long Weekend with The Croods: A New Age – Review, Activities and Giveaway – Enter to Win #CroodsNewAge

We'll start with the Disclaimer - Yes, we did receive a complimentary copy of this film for review, but this just means we're able to offer you a chance to win one too! Enter the contest at the end of this post.

 

The Croods: A New Age - Review

Last night I kicked off my Family Day Long Weekend by watching The Croods: A New Age.  This family-fun adventure had it all! Action, love, humour and friendship were all included in this animated film. When I say that this family is “animated” I mean more than how the film is made, I mean how they display emotions and express their feelings too!  It begins with The Croods searching for Guy’s perfect tomorrow, but they soon learn that what looks to be perfection, once they dig a little deeper, they find things may not always be as they seem. Things get heated when it comes to love and when it comes to conflict, but the Crood Family knows how to get things done.


The first prehistoric family is ready for another rocking adventure! The Croods have survived fanged beasts, natural disasters, and even young love, but now they must face their biggest challenge yet: another family! In search of a new home, the Croods discover a walled-in paradise created by the sophisticated Betterman family (emphasis on the “better”). As they try to coexist, the differences between the two families escalate into a full-blown feud, but when a new threat forces both families to embark on an epic adventure, they must all learn to work together...or they’ll all go extinct!

 

I think The Croods: A New Age is a great movie to watch with the whole family and Rotten Tomatoes agrees! It has been CERTIFIED FRESH!

Extend the Fun with The Croods Family all Family Day Long Weekend

Your family can enjoy an activity filled Family Day Long Weekend with The Croods: A New Age and celebrate Galentine’s Day, Valentine’s Day and Family Day together.

To get ready for The Croods: A New Age your family can spend the long weekend baking, making and aching to learn more about prehistoric times with some help from the Croods Family.

Here are some great The Croods: A New Age activities to try

Celebrate Galentine’s Day

Send your gal pal this and let her know how great it is to have a friend like her.

 

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Valentine’s Day Cards

Send these Valentine’s Day Cards to show others you are thinking of them

 

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Family Day Activities

Tune in to Family Day with The Croods and The Canadian Museum of Nature on Facebook Live at 2:30 pm (4:30 pm for the event in French)

#FamilyDay #longweekend #familyday2021

Posted by Those2Girls - Six Degrees of Us! on Saturday, February 13, 2021

 

Spend some time creating together too!  Below is a fun combination of a Dot to Dot and Colour by Number page in one.

 

Click to enlarge or download the full activity book in the link below

Find more activities like this in the ACTIVITY BOOK file in our Facebook Group. There is a word search, a recipe and lots of hands-on activities that you can do together as a family while celebrating your The Croods: A New Age fandom!

For more information about this film, visit these links

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheCroods

Twitter: https://twitter.com/dreamworks

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecroods

 

 

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