Parents' Night Out - Comedy Fundraiser - Enter to Win ages 19+

 

After the success of the Comedy Fundraiser last May, it is back again in support of the Starling Children's Mental Health Centre. This ages 19+ event is perfect for a Parents' Night Out so have a drink, relax and laugh, while we raise money for Starling Children's Mental Health Centre.

This time the lineup includes:

Vinny Vinelli is a comedian, writer, actor and producer. He studied comedy at Second City in Toronto, Chicago and LA. He has performed throughout North America from famed comedy clubs like Flappers (Los Angeles) to Gotham Comedy Club (New York City). And pereformed at comedy festivals such FunnyFest (Calgary - 2024), Danforth Comedy Festival (Toronto - 2024), and many more.

Vinny also currently has two segments on MinddogTV (New York City) called Stars, Stripes and Maple Leaves and the popular Proud to be Italian series, and has co-hosted the Comedy Road podcast.

Phil Howard Pivnick is an award winning magician, and writer. His comedy magic acts have been featured at sold out shows on stages across Ontario, where he’s entertained audiences with his quick wit, fast fingers, and mind boggling illusions.

Martha Chaves is a Latin-Canadian award-winning stand-up comedian, actor, and comedy writer. Daryl Jung from Now Magazine called her “smart, sassy, provocative, and very funny.”

Her TV credits include multiple appearances in the Just For Laughs, the Winnipeg, and the We Are Funny That Way Festivals, to mention a few and her two national comedy specials, Something About Martha on CTV and the Comedy Network, and Comics! on the CBC.

Martha’s often heard on CBC radio’s The Debaters and Laugh Out Loud and is a cast member of CBC’s Because News. Her album Chunky Salsa is available on all platforms and heard on Sirius XM.

Tickets available at this link

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/the-little-theatre-big-comedy-fundraiser-tickets-981858855267

Limited seats available so get your tickets before they are gone!

I am so excited for this comedy show that I am giving away a pair of tickets to attend The Little Theatre BIG Comedy Fundraiser!

Enter to Win

Enter the rafflecopter giveaway for a chance to win a pair of tickets to attend (it works best if you are already logged into your google account). If you have trouble leaving a comment below, then DM me @Those2Girls on instagram to let me know.

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Comedy-Magic Show for Movember @ KPL November 1. 2024 - Ticket Info and Enter to Win

With the success of last year's Magical Evening for Movember, we are thrilled to announce that the Comedy-Magic Show is coming back to Kitchener to perform a MAGICAL EVENING FOR MOVEMBER at the Kitchener Public Library Downtown Kitchener! Laugha-Cadabra is a Family-Friendly Comedy-Magic show  that includes 3 performers for ONE NIGHT ONLY on Friday November 1, 2024 at 7pm

Join us at Kitchener Public Library Theatre for an amazing evening of magic and comedy in support of the Movember campaign. You'll be treated to some amazing comedy and magic, and proceeds will be going to Movember. This event is appropriate for all ages.

Your featured performers are:

Marco Giorgio: Winner of the 2023 Next Italian Comic contest, Marco has performed at the most iconic comedy clubs and festivals in Ontario such as Jokers Comedy Club, The Corner Comedy Club, Comedy Bar, and he has signed a contract to produce & perform shows out of Yuk Yuks comedy clubs across Canada.

Ken Pham: He's a viral social media magician who's had well over 15 millions views of his magic. He's performed across Canada and the US at large theatres, including a sold out show in Las Vegas. Get ready for laughs and a whole lot of audience participation.

David Green: Quite possible the world's punniest comedian, David has performed all over Canada, including on Canada's Got Talent. He runs his own comedy festival, and is one of the most respected comics in Ontario.

GET YOUR TICKETS NOW

Tickets at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/laugha-cadabra-comedy-and-magic-in-support-of-movember-tickets-1008442196757

Have fun and raise funds for Movember all in one ticket!

There will be a limited number of tickets available, so get yours before they are gone!

ENTER TO WIN

To celebrate this event we are thrilled to giveaway a FAMILY FOUR PACK OF TICKETS to the show!

Enter the rafflecopter giveaway for a chance to win a pair of tickets to attend (it works best if you are already logged into your google account) 

If you have trouble leaving a comment below, then DM me @Those2Girls on instagram to let me know.

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Mother's Day Giveaway - Mom's Night Out - Comedy Fundraiser - Enter to Win ages 19+

 

Happy Mother's Day weekend! I kicked it off last night at the Comedy - Magic Show and had to opportunity to meet local comedian Vinny Vinelli.  He let me know that next weekend he is hosting a COMEDY FUNDRAISER for Lutherwood Children's Mental Health Centre. I was so excited to hear that I immediately thought this would make a great PARENTS' NIGHT OUT!

Last Minute Gift for Mom

Looking for a last minute Mother's Day Gift?  I suggest getting her the gift of laughter by purchasing tickets to The Little Theatre BIG Comedy Fundraiser that is taking place on Saturday May 18. 2024 at 8:30pm at the Kitchener-Waterloo Little Theatre. Tickets are $30 each. Please note this is a licensed event for those 19+

Have a drink, relax and laugh, while we raise money for Lutherwood Children's Mental Health Centre.

Luke Lynndale is a comedian, writer, and actor. When Luke is performing, hang on for the ride - it's fast and hilarious. He was a finalist in the Comedian of The North comedy competition in Thunder Bay, ON, performed in the Salem Comedy Festival (Salem, PA), New York Underground Comedy Competition (New York, NY), Comedy Chateau Festival (Los Angeles, CA), Finger Lakes Comedy Festival (Ithaca, NY), Danforth Comedy Festival (Toronto, ON) and Tower City Comedy Festival (Texas, TX). Luke was selected as Best of Fest at the Comedy Chateau Festival. His debut Comedy Album “Luke Lynndale Live” can be found on all streaming platforms.

Phil Howard Pivnick is an award winning magician, and writer. His comedy magic acts have been featured at sold out shows on stages across Ontario, where he’s entertained audiences with his quick wit, fast fingers, and mind boggling illusions.

Vinny Vinelli is a comedian, writer, actor and producer. He studied comedy at Second City in Toronto, Chicago and LA. He has performed all throughout North America including famed comedy clubs like Flappers (LA), Comedy Bar (Toronto), Zanies (Chicago) and Gotham Comedy Club (New York City).

He's the winner of the 2024 FunnyFest Virtual contest, and currently has two segments on MinddogTV (New York City) called Stars, Stripes and Maple Leaves and Proud to be Italian (Release date June 2024)and has co-hosted the Comedy Road podcast.

Tickets available at this link

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-little-theatre-big-comedy-fundraiser-tickets-871928751367 Limited seats available so get your tickets before they are gone!

I am so excited for this comedy show that I am giving away a pair of tickets to attend The Little Theatre BIG Comedy Fundraiser!

Enter to Win

Enter the rafflecopter giveaway for a chance to win a pair of tickets to attend (it works best if you are already logged into your google account). If you have trouble leaving a comment below, then DM me @Those2Girls on instagram to let me know.

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Annual Bestival Fundraiser is a Community Collaboration - Enter to Win

I'll start with the Disclaimer - Yes, I did receive tickets to attend, but this just means I'm able to give away a pair of tickets too! Enter the contest at the end of this post

DATE CHANGE NOW MAY 25th

While the Belmont Village Bestival happens in the fall, it is a year-round effort.  One of the starting points is the Annual Bestival Fundraiser in the Spring!  This All-Ages Event will take place on May 25, 2024 at the Croatian Parish Hall, 180 Schweitzer Street

Kitchener from 5pm-11pm.  

Bestival Fundraiser

There will be a lot happening at this year's Bestival Fundraiser including

- Kitchener Famous Live Podcast collaboration Amanda Kind

- Performances by the ONES TO WATCH Competitors

- AMANDA KIND in concert

- Cash Bar

- Food Vendors

- Silent Auction

and the opportunity to meet others in the community that support the Bestival

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Tickets are $30 and are available through https://www.belmontvillagebestival.com/fundraising or the direct payment link https://www.eventeny.com/events/ticket/?id=8450

We think this will be a fantastic event and are thrilled to giveaway a Pair of tickets to the Bestival Annual Fundraiser!

Enter to Win

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Gizaagi'in Healing and KW Titans Open House Fundraiser and Basketball Day Camp Info

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Summer is just around the corner so now is the time to start making your Day Camp plans.  To get you ready, Gizaagi'in Healing and the KW Titans are holding an Open House Fundraiser on Saturday June 24, 2023 from 1pm-5pm at the Chicopee-Centreville Community Centre at 141 Morgan Ave. Kitchener.  There will be fun activities, food and more! 

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Basketball Summer Day Camp 

This summer Gizaagi'in Healing will be running a Basketball Day Camp in partnership with the KW Titans. It will be running for 8 weeks and kids can spend their time gaining basketball skills from KW Titans player Juwan Miller.  More info TBD.

There will be a day camp for three different age levels

Ages 3-6, 7-10 and 11-15

For Basketball Day Camp pricing and registration, visit https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=-zyfvxw_qUC8DOiqjkiHQhKypeH8X4pDhClXjwBtCIxUMVhJNjRSWFNBSjMwQkw4VVlFU0UwSFcyQS4u

Have questions? Visit their CONTACT US PAGE at https://gizaagiinhealing.org/contact

Contact Contact Us Please don’t hesitate to reach out! Info@gizaagiinhealing.org Sheena Merling CEO/ED Opperations email...

Chance to Golf with a Maple Leafs Legend

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In November of 2019 I was living my best life meeting Maple Leafs Legends at the Maple Leafs Alumni vs. Movember Mavericks Game. Now you have a chance to spend the day golfing with Maple Leafs Legend Rick Vaive at the FORE MOVEMBER Golf Tournament.

This fundraising golf tournament is taking place on August 14th at the Ariss Valley Golf and Country Club (which is only 20 mins from Kitchener).  Not only can you have a fun day of golf, but there is also a chance to have Rick Vaive spend the day on the course golfing with you!

ENTER THE AUCTION

Head to https://www.32auctions.com/GolfWithRickVaive2023 

and bid on a chance to golf with Toronto Maple Leafs Alumni Rick Vaive!  Bidding ends this week so don't miss out on your chance.

Register FORE MOVEMBER

Even if you don't win the auction, you still have a chance to meet Rick Vaive by registering to golf that day. There will be a meet and greet after the tournament.

What: FORE Movember Golf Tournament 

Where: Ariss Valley Golf Club  

When: Monday, August 14, 8am to 3pm

Cost: $125 per golfer 

Included: 18 Holes with power cart, Breakfast, BBQ Lunch, competitions, prizes, raffles

To register: Contact Jeff (jmorriso@gmail.com or 519-591-8259). Please provide the full names of the golfers in your party.

NOTE registration is not validated until payment has been received (cash, cheque or eTransfer).

You don’t have to be a seasoned golfer to participate. This tournament is mainly about raising the necessary awareness and funds to educate the community about Movember and how it globally supports men’s health and wellness. It’s a win-win! Have an amazing day of golf, support and learn more about how Movember contributes towards men’s health and wellness - and while you're at it, meet the Leafs Legend Rick Vaive.

Sin City Illusions - An Evening for Movember PROMO CODE and Chance to Win

We'll start with the Disclaimer - Yes, we did receive complimentary tickets event, but this just means we are able to offer you a chance to win a pair of TICKETS TOO! Enter the contest at the end of this post! 

An evening with 3 of Toronto's finest magicians, with part of the proceeds going to Movember

It's a Magical time of the year and our friends from Sin City Illusions are coming back to Kitchener to celebrate the end of Movember and the start of the Holiday Season!

On December 8th this Vegas-style Magic Show will be performed at The Registry Theatre on Frederick St. at 7:30pm with $5 from every ticket sold going to Movember!  To make this deal even sweeter you can use Promo Code LISA and save 20% on tickets!

Their event last month was filled with magic fans of all ages! There was lots of audience participation and fun was had by all.

For this event your featured performers are:

Keith Brown: Keith is a world-class magician who has performed all over the world since 2002. He's performed in Argentina, Costa Rica, Peru, France, Italy, Belgium, Sweden, Norway, the Czech Republic, Switzerland, Holland, and Finland at large corporate events and sold out venues. He was voted Toronto's best magician in 2013, and won the People's Choice Award. We're VERY excited to see Keith perform, and you'll see why.

Wonderphil: One of the premier performers in Toronto, WonderPhil is not just a magician, he's an entertainer. His shows contain laughs, amazement, and mind-boggling illusions. He's delighted audiences across Canada, and now we're bringing him to you!

Ken Pham: With a large following and over 10 million views on social media, Ken has taken his act from behind the screen to the live stage with much fanfare. He's performed at sold out venues such as The Rec Room, Showtime Comedy, The Royal Comedy Theatre, Five Points Theatre, and Meridian Centrepointe Theatres. His act involves mentalism, magical stage props, and a whole lot of laughter.

Grab the Promo Code and Get Your Tickets for Sin City Illusions - An Evening for Movember

 

Grad Your Tickets before it sells out!

The standard $26 tickets are discounted to $19 (plus fees) for Stuff to do KW fans!

Head to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sin-city-illusions-an-evening-for-movember-tickets-461061466257

then use the discount code LISA at checkout to save 20% on the ticket price. (on the ticket page above the words General Admission, you need to click on the text Enter the promo code, then a text box will pop up, enter LISA then click Apply at the right side of the text box). Ticket prices on the right side of the page will be discounted. After the amount of tickets are selected, click checkout and finish the purchase page).

Enter to Win

Make sure to enter our contest for a chance to win a pair of tickets to Sin City Illusions in Kitchener! The contest listed below (it might take a minute to load the rafflecopter contest form) is for tickets only.  You must provide your own transportation.  Be sure to leave a comment with why you want to win.

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Movember Fundraisers Have Moved Online for 2020 - MovemberKW Fundraiser with Taya

 

As many of you know, MOVEMBER looks a lot different this year. You can see in the pic above we always enjoyed hosting the Movember Events.  Last week we so thrilled that the Kitchener Market included @MovemberKW as part of their Virtual Kids in the Kitchen.  You can learn how to make Moustache Cookies and Movember Treats in the video below.

 ONLINE FUNDRAISER FOR MOVEMBER 2020

Because we cannot take donations in person, we have partnered with TAYA for an online fundraiser!

• Taya is an online boutique run solely by Lisa ensuring very limited handling of merchandise. Shopping at Taya is a fantastic option for the safety conscious, immunocompromised, busy people or those who do not enjoy traditional retail shopping.

• Quality, well-priced, on trend accessories, clothing XS-Plus, handbags and footwear

• Product selection includes natural and sustainable fabrics, fair trade, Canadian made • Quick Shipping or Free KW Delivery to your door

• SSL Secure website and secure payment processing Shop Online at Taya! with Facebook Friends & Fashion from Taya info@taya.ca 519-664-0001 www.taya.ca

Enter the Coupon Codes listed below to received discounts and a portion of the sale will be donated to MovemberKW. DID YOU KNOW THAT TAYA HAS A MOUSTACHE FACEMASK?

• CLOTHING10-MOV Save additional 10% off regular priced & sale priced Clothing (excludes leggings)

• MASK-MOV Get a free $15 Jak’s face mask with purchase of a reg or sale priced Jak’s handbag over $70

• LEG20-MOV $20 ea when you buy 3 or more soft brushed or double brushed Leggings (Reg $23)

• SOX10-MOV $10 ea when you buy 3 or more YoSox Men’s or Women’s patterned socks (Reg $12)

• COAT25-MOV Save $25 when you buy one each of a Jacket/Coat, Hat (min $34.99), Scarf (min $24.99) & Gloves OR code HSC15-MOV Save $15 when you buy a Hat (min $34.99), Scarf (min $24.99) & Gloves

 • TTSET-MOV Buy a 100% Turkish Cotton Towel and Hand Towel for $49.99 (Save $8) Turkish Towels

• SHOE10-MOV $10 off reg & sale priced shoes $79.99+ If your order does not include any of these Coupon Codes, please indicate in Order Comments that your order is part of the Movember fundraiser.

Coupon Codes valid until Nov 30th. Not valid with any other specials or coupon promotions. Shipping & Returns FREE SHIPPING across Canada on orders over $100 & $10 Flat Rate Shipping on orders under $100 FREE DELIVERY on any order amount in Kitchener-Waterloo, St. Jacobs, Conestogo or Bloomingdale, Ontario Style For Your Story Since 2005 www.taya.ca Doesn’t fit? No problem. Products can be returned for refund. All returned fabric items are steamed in line with safety protocols before being restocked.

Need a great gift idea? See all the ways Lisa from Taya uses her Turkish Towel in the video below

For more information about Taya, visit these links

Website: https://www.taya.ca

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

Twitter: https://twitter.com/TayaFashion

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

Let us know what you purchased for the Movember Fundraiser and we will send a shout out!

Mabel's Labels and Movember KW FUNdraisier

#MabelsLables + #KWmov! With everyone heading#BackToSchool we recommend that you label everything going to school/camp/dance class/soccer field with Mabel's Labels. Their labels are waterproof and come with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Shop online at
https://mabelslabels.ca/en_CA/fundraising/support & choose Movember KW from the list

After selected, a little note will come up saying "YOU ARE NOW SUPPORTING MOVEMBER KW" near the top of your screen & it will fade away soon after.

Just by buying something super helpful, you'll also be doing your part to raise funds for MOVEMBER KW! Thanks everyone!

STAY TUNED
Want to meet Mabel? Stay tuned to our Facebook.com/MovemberKW to see where she will show up! 


#kwawesome #wrawesome #watreg #movember

Mabels Labels Fundraiser for Movember KW

#MablesLables + #KWmov! With everyone heading #BackToSchool we recommend that you label everything coming to school/camp/dance class/soccer field with Mabel's Labels. Their labels are waterproof and come with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Shop online at campaigns.mabelslabels.com and choose Movember KW from the list
or head to this direct link
https://mabelslabels.com/c/?funId=9375&cur_website=base
Next you should see a page that says Movember KW Welcomes You. Once you select the Click here to buy button the next screen will say you are supporting Movember KW in the top left side of the page.
Just by buying something super helpful, you'll also be doing your part to raise funds for MOVEMBER KW! Thanks everyone!
#kwawesome #wrawesome #watreg #movember

Kernels Popcorn Conestoga Mall Is Making Fundraising Extra Special – Enter To Win

 

Kernels Popcorn is one of those special places that treats you well while you are grabbing a treat! To make things extra special they have a new promo happening at the Conestoga Mall location to coincide with their fundraising program.

Kernels Popcorn Conestoga Mall Waterloo Fundraiser

While many of you may be familiar with Kernels Popcorn fundraising, the Conestoga Mall location is taking it one step further!

Their special fundraising initiative from now until Dec. 31, 2016 is if anyone needs to raise money for their school, charity, sports team, etc, and you decide to use the Kernels Fundraising Program to do so, the Kernels Conestoga Mall location will match 25% of whatever profits you make! So if you raise $400 the owners of Kernels Popcorn Conestoga Mall (pictured above) will personally donate $100 on top of that.

For more information, visit their Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/kernelswaterloo and click the SEND MESSAGE button under their cover photo.

We think this is such a great way to fundraise, and we are so excited to tell you about this fundraising opportunity that we are also giving away a $25 Kernels Popcorn Gift Card courtesy of Kernels Popcorn Conestoga Mall Waterloo!

Enter To Win

We are giving away a $25 Kernels Popcorn Gift Card! Just enter the Rafflecopter contest below (it may take a minute to load) and be sure to leave a comment at the bottom of this post with which organization you would like to fundraise for.

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eyeGO Do You Go To Support The Local Arts Scene?

Do you know what eyeGO is all about? Here's a quick explanation.

 eyeGO is for high school students who want to experience the best that live arts has to offer at a price they can afford! $5 tickets can be purchased to a variety of shows across Canada with options including live theatre, music, spoken word, dance, and musical theatre.

This year they have 2 initiatives for the local community to get involved in.

The first is a fundraising event for adults and the second is a volunteer opportunity for teens/youth.  Read more about these projects below

Parents' Night Out  

At 7:30 pm on February 25th, 26th and 27th the Registry Theatre is hosting the eyeGO Fundraiser and we think it will make a great Parents' Night Out! Each evening is there will be a Comedy, Movie or Musical performance for you to enjoy. With a PAY WHAT YOU CAN ticket price you can afford to attend all three evenings!  For more information about this fundraiser, visit its Facebook Event Page at https://www.facebook.com/events/1559004807758758 

eyeGO Youth Council 

eyeGO Looking for Enthusiastic Youth Volunteers!

Are you interested in learning how to plan and administrate arts and cultural events in the

Waterloo region?

High school and university aged students are sought to join the eyeGO Youth Council. You will

plan content at venues around the region such as The Registry Theatre and Waterloo Public

Square. As part of the council you will make connections with local artists, media organizations,

and arts administration professionals. It’s a great opportunity to start planning a career in the

arts!

Time and Duties:

We meet once every two weeks, and in the mean time we divvy up tasks like managing social

media, community outreach, print and television media contact, etc. Our main event is Extra

Curricular, a youth arts extravaganza held in Waterloo Public Square on May 28th. So expect

some heavier time investment around May! 

Skillsets we want may include:

Social media, review writing, theatre, music, event planning, good at budgeting your time!

(Good at something not listed? Cool, tell me about it!)

Contact:

Please contact Ben Steele ASAP at

info@eyego.org . Provide a resume, or a portfolio, or any

evidence of Cool Stuff You Do.

Find us at eyego.org or http://facebook.com/eyegoyouthcouncil

 

Looking for a student discount eyeGO production to attend? We suggest you check out CINDERELLA CEO happening during March Break. See the info at  http://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.ca/2016/02/cinderella-ceo-is-coming-to-registry.html

Giving Tuesday and My Movember 2013

What Will You Be Giving On Giving Tuesday?

You hear a lot about Black Friday and Cyber Monday, but have you heard about the new Canadian day of giving? This year Giving Tuesday will be held Tuesday December 3 2013.  You can learn more about it by visiting GivingTuesday.ca

What Will I Be Giving On Giving Tuesday?

I am partnering with Giving Tuesday and I want to do what I can to partner with you and your Giving Tuesday idea as well. Take a look at the video below and then post a link to what you will be doing for Giving Tuesday in the link-up at the end of this post.



Link Up For Giving Tuesday

 Post a link to what you will be doing for #GivingTuesdayCA in the link-up. Here are a few ideas

• It could be a post of an organization you care a lot about 
• Perhaps a pic of you volunteering
• Maybe a fundraising project you are involved in
• Or list your name and donation to My Movember Crowdfund(raising) project

Remember even the smallest acts count in a big way!