July 2021 Events, Online Activities and Stuff to do with Your Kids in Kitchener Waterloo and Area

 

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 LIST

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

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

YMCA Virtual Events https://www.thisisy.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 

City of Waterloo Museum Activities https://www.waterloo.ca/en/things-to-do/city-of-waterloo-museum.?_mid_=1764

Region of Waterloo Museum (DOON) events https://www.waterlooregionmuseum.ca/en/index.aspx#

Joseph Schneider Haus events https://www.schneiderhaus.ca/en/index.aspx

McDougall Cottage Cambridge events 

KW Adventure Walks https://kwescape.ca/games/

Kitchener Market Events https://calendar.kitchenermarket.ca/default/Month

Grand River Conservation Authority Parks info https://www.grandriver.ca/en/grand-river-parks.aspx

KITCHENER SPLASH PADS ARE OPEN – info at https://www.kitchener.ca/en/pools-and-swimming/splashpads.aspx

KITCHENER SWIMMING POOLS OPEN AT REDUCED CAPACITY 

Harry Class, Kiwanis Park, Idlewood and Wilson outdoor pools will all reopen on Monday, June 14 with a 25 percent capacity. For more information and to book an outdoor pool time slot where applicable, visit www.kitchener.ca/outdoorpools. 

BINGEMANS Big Splash Partial Opening on July 7th. Big pool without waves and Splash Park $10.95+ tax and you need to prebook at http://www.bingemans.com/bigsplash  Mini Golf is open for $8+ tax. Book at http://www.bingemans.com/bigsplash/attractions-mini-golf.php

and events at ON THE GRAND http://bingemans.com/onthegrand/

OUTDOOR MOVIE and DRIVE-IN MOVIE INFO https://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.com/2021/06/where-to-find-outdoor-movies-for-summer.html

Max's Sportsworld has Mini Golf and the Driving Range open. Prices vary. Info from https://www.maxssportsworld.ca 

TAKE A KID TO THE COURSE STARTS JULY 5TH AT PARTICIPATING COURSES (Cambridge, Conestoga, New Dundee locations close by). Free golf for kids when accompanied by a paying adult. Info at http://kidsplaygolf.ca

Skatium Mobile Skatepark dates

• July 5 to 9: Doon Pioneer Park Community Centre
• July 12 to 16: Williamsburg Community Centre
• July 19 to 23: Victoria Hills Community Centre
• July 26 to 30: Bridgeport Community Centre

info from https://www.kitchener.ca/en/recreation-and-sports/outdoor-fitness-options.aspx#July

HOT SHOTS BASKETBALL CHALLENGE

at locations across Kitchener.
Registration is now open for youth 8-16 years old!

Register for free online at Kitchener Active Net.

Find the date and location that works best for you on the Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/cityofkitchener/events

Info from 

 https://www.facebook.com/groups/2369595749/permalink/10159469459855750

OUTDOOR FOOD TRUCK LOCATIONS POSTED DAILY AT https://www.facebook.com/Kwfoodtrucks

 KITCHENER COMMUNITY CENTRE FOOD TRUCKS https://www.kitchener.ca/en/arts-culture-and-events/food-truck-days.aspx

Kitchener Outdoor Sport, Recreation and Fitness areas https://www.kitchener.ca/en/recreation-and-sports/outdoor-fitness-options.aspx 

Old Post Office Light Show THURS-SUN beginning July 15 Various times and shows. Info at https://www.cambridge.ca/en/parks-recreation-culture/Public-Art-and-Sculpture-Gardens.aspx

Attractions ONTARIO coupons for 2021 https://attractionsontario.ca/coupons

ONE MONTH FREE TRIAL – MUSIC LESSONS
In this unique Preschool Music Program, we learn all about Rhythm & Melody, PLUS children learn how to read Bars of music, make their own Bars of music and read Notes in a Scale on the Staff!

Come try it out! One Month Free!

After the free trial, if you are interested in signing up, classes start from $350 depending on Program purchased, Program Time purchased and age of your child. Do you have questions? Book a free Zoom Call to ask all about it! https://calendly.com/anatworld/music-lessons-2021 

Are you ready to jump on in for the Month's Trial, Click here: https://anatworld.convertri.com/free-month-trial

 

https://www.facebook.com/TheGiggleMat

The Giggle Mat is a brand new children's show!

Come visit Dizzy, Mr. Purpleman, Miss Kate and Uncle PJ as they discover, explore and express themselves in the amazing world around them through stories, music, dance, crafts, juggling, magic, laughs and more!

"Like" on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGiggleMat/​​​

Website: https://www.nuvoentertainment.com/the-giggle-mat

Mondays and Thursdays - AGO Summer Pop Online Get ready for Summer POP! Join us this July for FREE online art activities, every Monday through Thursday. These daily artmaking breaks are open to children of all ages and you can do them all at home, inside or out! Each day has something new to offer. https://ago.ca/summer-pop

Every Saturday Morning - Kitchener Market  Virtual Kids in The Kitchen is an online version of our popular cooking classes that can be enjoyed by the whole family, right in your own home. Chef Nicole welcomes you into her kitchen every Saturday in July from 10-11 a.m. Watch the videos on the City of Kitchener's Facebook page.

https://calendar.kitchenermarket.ca/default/Month

Live Music in Belmont Village Every Saturday Beginning July 24 https://www.belmontvillagebestival.com/bestival-2021

July 2021

July 1

Cambridge Canada info http://www.cambridgecanadaday.ca/

Woolwich Canada Day info https://www.woolwich.ca/en/living-here/woolwich-stay-home-stay-active.aspx

Williamsburg Canada Day Update https://www.facebook.com/williamsburgca/photos/pcb.4845205562172639/4845205415505987/

July 2

Summer Fun w/Erick Traplin Online 10am https://www.facebook.com/events/190168889575309

July 3-11

License-Free Fishing Week in Ontario http://www.ontariofamilyfishing.com/ and  https://www.ontario.ca/page/licence-free-family-fishing

July 9 - Aug 1

PARIS SUMMER FAIR https://www.facebook.com/groups/2369595749/posts/10159461182225750/

July 10-11

ROCKTON TRACTOR TOUR Drive-Thru experience safely takes you on an fun trip through our incredible displays of farm equipment, antique tractors, construction equipment and more! Finish off your drive-thru with a Rockton Lions Food Truck "Car-B-Que"! Grab your Tickets, Pack the Car up and head on over to the Rockton Fairgrounds July 10th & 11th for a truly unforgettable Agricultural experience. 

Tickets are $20 Registration info https://www.ticketscene.ca/series/870

Shark Week starts July 11th.  Here are some fun viewing party ideas https://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.com/2018/07/fun-ways-to-celebrate-shark-week-shark.html

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July 19

Guelph Nighthawks Game @ Sleeman Centre ticket link https://am.ticketmaster.com/nighthawks/buy  https://www.thenighthawks.ca/schedule

July 22

Guelph Nighthawks Game @ Sleeman Centre ticket link https://am.ticketmaster.com/nighthawks/buy https://www.thenighthawks.ca/schedule

July 27

Guelph Nighthawks Game @ Sleeman Centre ticket link https://am.ticketmaster.com/nighthawks https://www.thenighthawks.ca/schedule

Fun Ways to Celebrate Shark Week – Shark Week Themed Viewing Party Ideas

When I heard that it’s the 30^th Anniversary of SHARK WEEK I could hardly believe it!  I know many families watch the Discovery Channel and look forward to this annual event, so what better way to mark it then to put together some SHARK WEEK Party Ideas from all over the internet!  Some are for the kiddos but there a few for the adults to enjoy as well.  Let us know if you try any of them out by leaving a comment below

Shark Slime DIY

Have fun with this Slime Craft. Get the info at https://momluck.com/diy-shark-slime-perfect-activity-shark-week

Shark Sensory Bottle DIY

Learn how to put it together at https://modernmomlife.com/diy-shark-sensory-bottle

Ocean Themed Activities

Lots of printables and ocean themed fun at https://extremecouponingmom.ca/diy-summer-camp-at-home-ocean-theme

Shark Theme Party

This Shark Theme Wedding Idea list has lots of great Shark Week Party Ideas http://www.abrideonabudget.com/2014/08/shark-week-wedding-ideas.html

Make These Fun Shark Suckers

Find the recipe at https://www.theflyingcouponer.com/make-these-fun-shark-suckers

Vegan and Gluten-Free Shark Attack Float

Get the recipe at https://nerdymamma.com/shark-attack-float-aka-blue-raspberry-float-vegan-and-gluten-free

Vegan and Gluten-Free Shark Attack Coconut Ice Cream

This fun snack can be found at https://nerdymamma.com/shark-attack-coconut-ice-cream-vegan-gluten-free

Shark Attack Mocktail (or Cocktail for the Adults)

This one is not for the faint of heart.  It uses grenadine to replicate the blood https://thesuburbansoapbox.com/shark-attack-cocktail

Shark Themed Cocktails (for the Adults)

After keeping the kids busy with all the Shark Week ideas, you deserve something for yourself http://robyns.world/2014/08/15/5-shark-week-cocktail-recipes

Do you have a SHARK WEEK idea to add? Leave the info in the comments!