Neebing Indigenous Art Fair Opening Reception at Bingemans

Yesterday I was invited to attend the opening reception for the Neebing Indigenous Art Fair at Bingemans in the Embassy Room and I wanted to share my experience and how moving it was.

Bingemans is proud to host the Neebing Indigenous Art Fair for a second year! 

Neebing, meaning by the river, was designed to provide Indigenous artists with a platform to share their stories and talents with the community.  

This event is a collaboration of Indigenous artists whose works celebrate the Grand River and our local Indigenous landscape.

Featured artists include: 

Patrick Paul, Jared Tait, Thomas Sinclair, Autumn Smith, Bree Island, and Chief Ladybird.

I met three of the six artists displaying their pieces and each of them took the time to explain the story behind their paintings and how it connects to their life.

Mishiikenh Kwe (Autumn Smith)

Mishiikenh Kwe (Autumn Smith) was in a dual role of both artist and organizer of the Neebing Indigenous Art Fair.  She explained that she is a member of the Caribou Clan and had family members of other Clans as well that are depicted in the painting. She took inspiration from her Grandmother's stories of her animal helpers and how the spirit of Turtle Island is connected to her Ancestors through the Milky Way.

Thomas Sinclair

Thomas Sinclair took me on a tour of his paintings. While explaining the shapes and themes and how they connected to his life, we also discussed life as an Indigenous artist, knowing your worth and how this sector of art is evolving.  We also spoke about the healing process and connection that this art show is creating and it was an emotional experience for both of us.

Patrick Paul

Patrick Paul spoke of his experience exploring nature and how it connects to the Thunderbird, The emotions of those moments are displayed in his pieces of Woodlands art. Patrick traveled from Manitoba to be part of the Neebing Indigenous Art Fair.

Neebing Indigenous Art Fair Info

Get Tickets to the Neebing Indigenous Art Fair

Now is time to grab your tickets at https://www.indigenouswr.ca/admissions

The Neebing Indigenous Art Fair is running from July 7-16, 2023 at The Embassy Room at Bingemans. There will be various EVENTS during the art show including Live Dancing, Live Painting and a Food Tasting night with KW's Chef Destiny Moser of FoodZen/Cedar Spoon. (Please note the Tasting Event is a separate ticketed event). You can see the full list of events at https://www.indigenouswr.ca/scheduleofevents

January 2022 Virtual Events, Outdoor Activities and Stuff to Do in Kitchener Waterloo

 

Please check all the links listed as info tends to change without our knowledge.  We also suggest you go through the full list as some activities require you to pre-register and many have limited spaces.

Ongoing in January

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!

When it is Outdoor Skating Weather, find rinks below

Outdoor Skating Rinks in Kitchener https://www.kitchener.ca/en/recreation-and-sports/outdoor-skating-rinks.aspx

Outdoor Skating Rinks in Waterloo https://www.waterloo.ca/en/things-to-do/arenas-and-outdoor-rinks.aspx

Outdoor Rink at The Hemlock Barn St. Jacobs https://www.instagram.com/p/CYhjAZUF07t/

Outdoor Skating Rinks in Cambridge https://facilities.cambridge.ca/?CategoryIds=82&FacilityTypeIds=&Keywords=&ScrollTo=google-map-trigger&CloseMap=true&HasAdvancedSearch=false

Outdoor Skating Rinks in Guelph https://www.get.on.ca/living-here/outdoor_rink

Other Ongoing Activities

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 an attendant is on duty.

Virtual Painting Classes from Artist's Palette Durham https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIvFrRQHTlJF34xw2-LmcZg

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

Woodside National Historic Site Self Guided Tours Thursday and Fridays https://www.facebook.com/WoodsideNHS/photos/a.797717783604573/4705277552848557

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

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

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

https://www.facebook.com/TheGiggleMat 

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

January eBlast

Bingemans Gift of Lights continues until January 9th. Info at https://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.com/2021/11/bingemans-gift-of-lights-marks-start-of.html

Beginning January 9 - Family Sunday KWAG https://kwag.ca/civicrm/event/info%3Fid%3D445%26reset%3D1

January 15

Paw Patrol Take-out at Old Marina Restaurant

Info https://www.instagram.com/p/CYroE98lI3W

January 19 6:30pm

Explore Your Future is a series of FREE events to help Waterloo Region youth learn about some career options. While geared towards the early-stage research needs of grade 7 to 10 students, it is open to any youth and family that are interested. Online event. Pre-register at https://www.bepwr.ca/blog/explore-your-future-careers-in-science

January 22

Robin in the Hood Virtual Community Event 

1-5pm, cost $5 Register at http://www.robininthehood.com/virtual-community-day

January 27 

Celebrate Family Literacy Day with Guelph Firefighters 10am

Pre-register https://guelphpl.libnet.info/event/5891049

Family Literacy Day Online Event 4:30pm

Pre-register at https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcvfuquqT0qHdEyH8KXzLA-Dc59ARxzkQfm

January 29

Winterloo - Info TBD https://www.winterloofestival.ca/

Get Ready for February with this Family Craft idea

https://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.com/2015/01/valentines-day-diy-for-whole-family-to.html

Stuff to do in April for Easter, Egg Hunts, Cooking Demos, Art Classes and more Spring Break Events and Online Activities in Kitchener Waterloo and Area

 

As always, we suggest going through the full list, as some events require pre-registration and spots fill up quickly. Please check the links provided as dates/times may be changed without our knowledge.

 

ONGOING EVENTS

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

See the video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QfkJ_wKEMdM&t=5s

If you have any questions, please email developmentalonline@uwaterloo.ca

 Early Years events 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

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 Dinosaur Drive-Thru @ Bingemas April 1-25 prices vary https://www.dinodrivethru.ca/

 Castle Kilbride Tours (Baden) April 3-May30 prices vary https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/castle-kilbride-tour-april-3-may-30-tickets-140079225735?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

 

 April eBlast

April 1

The Giggle Mat Online Show – Bunny Tales info at https://www.facebook.com/TheGiggleMat/posts/125856806162986

Storytime with the Easter Bunny and the Fairytale Fairy on Facebook at 2pm. Info from https://www.facebook.com/events/2840056709602392

Online Easter Chick Biscuit Baking for Kids 10:30am

Registration info and ingredient list at https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/easter-festival-kids-workshop-easter-chick-biscuits-cook-along-free-tickets-141977940843

April 3

Kitchener Market Virtual Easter Celebration LIMITED SPOTS available (kit pick up April 1)

This kit has everything you need to celebrate Easter by making bunny cupcakes and decorating eggs! The kits include the supplies you need to participate in the live Kids in the Kitchen video which will be streamed on April 3 from 10 - 11 A.M. on the City of Kitchener's Facebook page.

 Kits can be picked up from the Kitchener Market on Thursday April 1 from 4 - 6 P.M. Just drive down the ramp on Eby Street into the covered parking lot, park at the curbside pick up sign and a staff member will assist you!

 COST  $5.00

Register at https://anc.ca.apm.activecommunities.com/activekitchener/activity/search/detail/61395?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

 

Easter Egg Hunt @ St. James’ – Rosemount United Church.Pre-registration required. Info at https://sjruc.ca/events/easter-egg-hunt

 Family Painting Online Class – Easter Bunny at Noon info and supply list at https://www.facebook.com/events/3584433855001990

Easter Egg Drive-Thru @ Avenue Road Baptist Church (Cambridge) WHILE SUPPLIES LAST 1pm-3pm 

Meet the Easter Bunny (from your car) and we will deposit a FREE Easter Gift for each child in your vehicle!!  All while you stay safely inside the vehicle!! 

**First come, first served - WHILE QUANTITIES LAST** https://arbchurch.com/events/easter-egg-drive-thru-event/2021-04-03 

 Facebook Live Watercolour Painting Class – Easter Egg Fun at 1pm. Info and supply list at https://www.facebook.com/events/895057681035611

April 6

Online Magic Show and Fundraiser for Food4Kids Waterloo Region

Get ready for a thrilling night of all things magic! 

Second-year students from Conestoga College’s Bachelor of Public Relations program are the hosts behind Magic Matters, a virtual magic show with 100% of ticket sales and donations going towards the amazing acts of local charity, Food4Kids Waterloo Region. Food4Kids Waterloo Region works alongside daily nutrition programs in elementary schools to identify gaps in children’s access to food and makes sure that no child in our community goes hungry during the 84 days of school breaks and the 40 weekends of the school year. Food4Kids Waterloo Region helps over 700 children in our region each year. With our support, we hope to meet the needs of the over 2,500 children in the Waterloo Region who experience hunger. 

This one-hour, interactive and entertaining show is on April 10th, 6-7 pm, right in the comfort of your home! Tailored toward children, the show welcomes the entire family! 

Enjoy a night filled with laughs while interacting and learning magic from our magician Scott Dietrich. Scott is voted Toronto and the GTA’s best children’s entertainer for eight consecutive years by City Parent Magazine readers. 

The magic of it all? Your tickets are just a click away. Visit the Magic Matters event page on Facebook and Instagram and click the link in the description.

Cost is $22.23 Get tickets at https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/magic-matters-tickets-146864837683

April 7

Kitchener Market Online Cooking Class – Power Foods 6:30pm info at https://calendar.kitchenermarket.ca/default/Detail/2021-04-07-1830-Power-Foods-Virtual-Cooking-Class-Demo

April 9

Kitchener Market Online Cooking Class – BBQ Dry Rubs 6:30pm info at https://calendar.kitchenermarket.ca/default/Detail/2021-04-09-1830-BBQ-Dry-Rubs-Virtual-Cooking-Class-Demo

April 10

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 April from 10-11 a.m.

Watch the videos every Saturday on the City of Kitchener's Facebook page.

Virtual Paint Night on YouTube 6:30pm info and supply list at https://www.facebook.com/events/3700069143445437

April 13

Kitchener Market Online Cooking Class for Teens – Steak Tacos 2pm info at https://calendar.kitchenermarket.ca/default/Detail/2021-04-13-1400-Steak-Tacos-Virtual-cooking-class-for-teens

Kitchener Market Virtual Wellness Series 7pm info at https://calendar.kitchenermarket.ca/default/Detail/2021-04-13-1900-Resetting-Your-Mindset-Virtual-Wellness-Series

April 14

City of Waterloo Museum Facebook Live – Firefighting (aimed for ages 4-7) https://www.facebook.com/events/351459759563223

Kitchener Market Online Cooking Class – Vegetarian Goodness 6:30pm info at

https://calendar.kitchenermarket.ca/default/Detail/2021-04-14-1830-Vegetarian-Goodness-Virtual-Cooking-Class-Demo

April 15

Kitchener Market Online Family Baking Class 10am info at https://calendar.kitchenermarket.ca/default/Detail/2021-04-15-1000-Virtual-April-Break-Family-Baking

April 16

City of Waterloo Museum Facebook Live – Outdoor Adventures 1pm info from https://www.facebook.com/events/835431610374241

 

April 17

Kitchener Market Earth Day Clean Up Kit

The theme for Earth Day 2021 is 'Restore Our Earth'! This free kit includes outdoor clean up supplies, an eco-friendly kids craft, and some great safety tips for how to clean up outside while staying safe! Supply kits can be picked up from the Market on Saturday, Apr. 17 from 9AM-2PM at the Localline Grocery area on the upper level. Register at https://anc.ca.apm.activecommunities.com/activekitchener/activity/search/detail/62066?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

 

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 April from 10-11 a.m.

Watch the videos every Saturday on the City of Kitchener's Facebook page.

April 19

Virtual Paint Night on YouTube 6:30pm info and supply list at https://www.facebook.com/events/350720379649278

April 22

Today is EARTHY DAY https://www.earthday.org/earth-day-2021

April 24

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 April from 10-11 a.m.

Watch the videos every Saturday on the City of Kitchener's Facebook page.

April 21

Kitchener Market Online Cooking Class – Make it Marinades 6:30pm info at https://calendar.kitchenermarket.ca/default/Detail/2021-04-21-1830-Make-it-with-Marinades-Virtual-Cooking-Class-Demo

April 23

Kitchener Market Online Cooking Class – BBQ Sauces 6:30pm info at https://calendar.kitchenermarket.ca/default/Detail/2021-04-23-1830-BBQ-Sauces-Virtual-Cooking-Class-Demo

 

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