The City of Kitchener Brings a New Version of The Safety Dance for 2021

When we heard the words “The Safety Dance” it conjured up memories of Men Without Hats and their 80s hit Safety Dance.

 

Now in 2021, The City of Kitchener has a new Safety Dance to help citizens remember all the precautions they should be taking during the pandemic. It includes reminders to wash your hand, wear your mask, stay 6 feet apart and shelter at home. The Safety Dance Challenge is up and running and by posting your version, you have a chance to win prizes too!

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Even Mayor Berry is getting in on the action.

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“As the pandemic wears on, it’s important that we keep public health safety measures top of mind,” said Kitchener Mayor Berry Vrbanovic. “Our safety dance challenge is a fun, lighthearted way to get up, move, and challenge friends and family to do the same. I’d encourage everyone – families with kids, teens, adults, and seniors to all take the challenge.”

 

The Safety Dance Challenge Info

The Kitchener Safety Dance Challenge:

·         Visit www.instagram.com/cityofkitchener for the safety dance soundtrack and choreography.

·         Learn the moves, record the dance on your own or with some friends and family.

·         Post the Instagram reel to your Instagram story with hashtag #KitchenerSafetyDance, tagging @cityofkitchener and challenge at least two friends to do the same.

  

With prizes up for grabs, Kitchener residents are encouraged to be creative with their safety dance challenge entry. The grand prize winner will win a Campfire Evening Getaway prize pack. This prize pack includes a free reservation at the Stanley Park community centre fire pit on an evening of your choice as well as a $75 grocery store gift card to buy all of your favourite campfire snacks. Five random entry winners will also each win a $45 gift card to a local restaurant or bake shop. 

 

All month long, the City will be featuring safety dance contest entries on the City’s Instagram story.

One entry per person. Contest closes at 11:59 p.m. on March 31, 2021.

 

We want to see your #KitchenerSafetyDance videos too! Post the link to your video in the comments and we will make sure to LIKE it!

 

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

The Stuff To Do KW - #12GiftsOfChristmas List

With only a few days left to get your Christmas shopping done, we thought we would give you some great ideas.  Plus many of these links have contests as well so you might just WIN something while you shop our #12GiftsOfChristmas list!

Tickets for Experiences

1.       Gift of Lights KW @ Bingemans tickets – Info at http://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.com/2018/11/sights-sounds-and-snow-for-this-years.html

2.       KW Titans tickets – Info at http://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.com/2018/12/the-kw-titans-give-back-to-local.html and/or http://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.com/2018/11/the-kw-titans-want-to-make-it-november.html

3.       Mini Pop Kids tickets – Info at http://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.com/2018/10/mini-pop-kids-live-in-london-and.html

Great for Gift Giving

4.       Custom Cottage Sign – Info at https://thesigndepotcottagesigns.com

5.       Weird But True! Books – Info at http://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.com/2018/12/our-world-is-weird-weird-but-true-by.html

6.       Stuck On You Bento Box – Info at http://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.com/2018/12/start-2019-with-healthy-lunches-thanks.html

Stocking Stuffers

7.       MAM Products – Info at http://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.com/2018/12/this-company-keeps-both-parents-and.html

8.       Sambucol Products – Info at http://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.com/2018/12/recovertwiceasfast-with-sambucolcanada.html

9.       Go Sili Cup – Info at http://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.com/2018/11/we-got-silly-with-our-new-gosili-cups.html

For Movie Fans

10.   Ralph Breaks The Internet Tickets – Info at http://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.com/2018/11/wreck-it-ralph-blasts-to-future-in.html

11.   Mary Poppins Tickets – Info at http://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.com/2018/11/wreck-it-ralph-blasts-to-future-in.html

12.   Christopher Robin DVD – Info at http://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.com/2018/11/disneys-christopher-robin-review-enter.html

We hope this list gives you some time back during this busy season!  Let us know if you checked out any of the links by leaving a comment below

KW Titans 2 For 1 Tickets COUPON for Game 3 On Wednesday May 10, 2017

Titans 2 For 1 Tickets For Game 3 On Wednesday May 10, 2017

As they say this Wednesday is "DO OR DIE" for the KW Titans.

This important game is a make or break for the team, and we want to make sure you are in the stands!

To make this happen the KW TITANS are offering 2 FOR 1 BOWL TICKETS for this Wednesday's game. In order to do that you must print off this coupon below and present it at the box office. NOTE THIS IS NOT VALID FOR ONLINE PURCHASES.

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BOWL SEATS mean regular seating in the stands. Floor/Court Side seats will be regular price.

Are you going to the game? Let us know in the comments!

Virginia To Vegas #UTOPIANTOUR Kick Off In #KWAWESOME

As many of you know we are love attending concerts, especially ones by Canadian Artists. This one was extra special as it was a show by an artist from the area. This week we attended the Virginia To Vegas show which is his first time as a headliner for a concert tour. The #UTOPIANTOUR was kicked off at Maxwell’s in Waterloo Ontario and he treated this concert as a homecoming to Southwestern Ontario. To get a glimpse of what went on, check out the facebook live and youtube videos below.

By the way, the irony is not lost on me that LIGHTS OUT is the best lit video of the mix.

As mentioned in the last video, we did stick around for a meet and greet with both VIRGINIA TO VEGAS and the opening band REPARTEE.

Looking for information about the Virginia To Vegas and/or the Utopian Tour? Head to the website http://www.virginiatovegas.com for more information.

To see all the pics from this great night of Canadian music, click the image below.