Sunday, March 20, 2016

March 22 Is UN #WorldWaterDay - See How REALice Canada Can Help Conserve Water

This post is part of the REALice Canada blog team working with Thrifty Mom Media to tell this story and as such I have been compensated. As always we only post our opinions.

If you are wondering what #WorldWaterDay is. The best definition is on the UN Water ABOUT Page. Here is an excerpt from it

Why a World Water Day?

World Water Day is an international observance and an opportunity to learn more about water related issues, be inspired to tell others and take action to make a difference. World Water Day dates back to the 1992 United Nations Conference on Environment and Development where an international observance for water was recommended. The United Nations General Assembly responded by designating 22 March 1993 as the first World Water Day

Over the years the topics have been about clean drinking water, preservation of the world's water supply and this year's theme is water and jobs.  We think that REALice takes all of these ideas and combines them when it comes to their product.

What Is REALice?

REALice® is a technology helping ice arenas around the world save money, emissions and the environment. With this technology, less energy is needed, the return on investment is real, the savings are substantial and REALice creates hard and resilient ice. 

This means a lot to a community like Kitchener-Waterloo because we have so many ice surfaces in the area.  We have indoor rinks in arenas and both the City of Kitchener City Hall and the City of Waterloo's Public Square have arena grade ice.  For a list of ice rinks in the area visit our PUBLIC SKATING NEAR KITCHENER WATERLOO post.


Did you know that rinks has been created and maintained using extremely hot water - 70°C and even more? That's because hot water reduces the air bubbles in water, and fewer air bubbles gives you a smoother surface.
In fact, ice made with air bubbles in it is fragile, brittle, cracks easily - and quickly becomes uneven.  Avid hockey and skating sport fans know that this spells trouble for the athletes.
 
Plus  Heating all of that water, as you can imagine, takes a lot of energy. From boilers working overtime to produce hot water, to compressors needed for cooling, an ice rink requires major energy resources.
 
This is where REALice comes in.

Key benefits REALice are

• Less use of compressors and boilers
• Less use of dehumidifiers
• Less rust on structural beams
• Less water used and wasted
• Verified natural gas consumption reduction of 79%
• Average reduction in electricity of 12%
• Average savings of about $1,000 to $1,200 per month
In addition to these savings, REALice is maintenance free and no extra energy, sources, or systems are needed. It's an immediate improvement in ice quality and costs. It’s greener and better for the environment.
REALice is world recognized technology that allows rinks to make their ice more efficiently.
 
For more information about REALice we suggest visiting their website and social channels listed below
 

Also be sure to check out the article in Macleans Magazine. See their tweet below for the full article link.

What Are You Doing For #WorldWaterDay?

We want to know what you are doing for World Water Day? Leave a comment below to let us know what you and your family are doing to mark World Water Day 2016.

Parents Night Out ARTSHINE And Wine - Enter To Win

We'll start with the Disclaimer - Yes we did receive a complimentary tickets, but this just means we're able to offer you a chance attend too! Enter the contest at the end of this post!

We have reached another milestone!

Last month we celebrated reaching 10,000 twitter followers! This month we have reached another milestone. Our Stuff To Do With Your Kids In Kitchener Waterloo Facebook Group has reached 7,000 members!  We love the support from our members and the interaction on the pages serves as a hot spot of information to Parents in the Kitchener Waterloo area. To thank our members we have partnered with our friends at ARTSHINE for a PARENTS' NIGHT OUT contest.

Artshine And Wine @ Settlement Co

 

Beginning in April, ARTSHINE will be having Artshine And Wine Paint Nights at Settlement Co in Waterloo Ontario. Before you start with the "I'm not artistic" talk, you need to know that NO ART EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED!  Anyone can take the class and come out with a masterpiece! The teaching style is easy to follow and caters to all skills levels.

To learn more about upcoming Artshine Classes we suggest you visit their website and follow their social channels listed below.

Website:  http://www.artshine.ca/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artshine.ca
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ARTSHINEINC
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/artshineforall/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/artshine_arts4all/

An even easier way to follow all of their social networks is to enter the contest below!

Enter To Win 

Enter the rafflecopter contest below (may take a minute to load) and tell us how you feel about art in the comments. It may just win you a night out for you and a guest at Settlement Co for Artshine And Wine!

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Friday, March 18, 2016

Disney On Ice Celebrates 100 Years Of Magic - Review And Ticket Info #DisneyOnIce

Last month we let you know that we would be celebrating some social media milestones by heading to Disney On Ice Celebrates 100 Years of Magic. Yesterday was the big day! We headed to Disney On Ice at the Rogers Centre in Toronto to see how Disney Celebrates 100 Years Of Magic and they know how to throw a celebration!

This spectacular ice skating show covered Disney's most popular movies. Everything from the  traditional animated features like Pinocchio to modern day Pixar films like Frozen! With so many movies being covered in this production everyone got to see many of their favourite characters come to life. With authentic costumed skaters and incredible set designs it felt like you were transported into each musical production. Plus with the show being hosted by Mickey, Minnie, Donald and Goofy there was lots of funny jokes, sing a long moments and clap to the beat moments.  By getting the audience involved they really made sure that there was a lot of interaction in the stadium.

Grab your Mickey ears and get ready for the ultimate Disney experience at Disney On Ice Celebrates 100 Years of Magic! Be charmed by a cast of over 50, with Mouse-ter of Ceremonies Mickey Mouse, sweetheart Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Goofy and Disney Princesses including Cinderella, Rapunzel, Ariel, Snow White and Tiana. Relive the magic of Disney’s Frozen with Anna, Elsa and the hilarious Olaf as they discover that true love is the greatest magic of all. Sing-along to over 30 unforgettable songs including “Let It Go,” “You’ve Got a Friend in Me,” and “Hakuna Matata.” Exciting moments from Disney•Pixar’s Toy Story, Finding Nemo, Disney’s The Lion King, Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin and more will leave the whole family with memories to last a lifetime. Show off your moves at the Disney Magic of Healthy Living dance-along pre-show inspired by the Disney Healthy Living commitment as the celebration of the century skates into your hometown!

This Disney On Ice production is at ROGERS CENTRE (formerly Skydome) in Toronto Ontario Canada over March Break!

Schedule:
March 17, 2016   11:00AM     3:00 PM              7:00 PM 
 March 18, 2016  11:00 AM              7:00 PM
 March 19, 2016  11:00 AM 3:00 PM 7:00 PM 
 March 20, 2016  11:00 AM 3:00 PM


Pricing:
Tickets start at $28!
Grab you tickets at  http://www.ticketmaster.ca/venueartist/131114/830558?brand=doi

Take a look at some of fun moments we captured.
A photo posted by Diane Morgan & Lisa McDonald (@those2girls) on

A photo posted by Diane Morgan & Lisa McDonald (@those2girls) on
Plus you can see just how wonderful the show is by listening to Elsa sing Let It Go from Frozen


For even more pics click on the image below


Disney On Ice Celebrates 100 Years of Magic #disneyonice
Posted by Lisa McDonald on Friday, March 18, 2016






Friday, March 11, 2016

Start Off March Break With Disney On Ice Dare To Dream

As all the kids are heading home to begin March Break we suggest you start the celebration with Disney On Ice Dare To Dream.

Last night Disney On Ice Dare To Dream arrived at London Ontario's Budweiser Gardens. The Disney characters brought their stories to life on the ice to thrill the audience.  Don't worry you we not able to attend last night. There is still time to catch one of the many performances this weekend. Plus we have a PROMO CODE for our readers!


This promo code is valid for Kids tickets on FRIDAY NIGHT AND SATURDAY NIGHT SHOWS at Budweiser Gardens in London Ontario.
Kids tickets start at $15 for the Friday and Saturday 7PM performances! *Restrictions and fees may apply.
Use Promo Code: KIDS
at this link
http://ev13.evenue.net/cgi-bin/ncommerce3/SEGetEventList?groupCode=DOI&linkID=global-labatt&shopperContext=&caller=&appCode=


Disney On Ice Dare To Dream In London Ontario Show Info

Show Times Schedule:

March 10, 2016 7:00 p.m.
March 11, 2016 10:30 a.m. 7:00 p.m.
March 12, 2016 11:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m.   
March 13, 2016 11:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m.
(reminder for those attending on the 13th that the clocks went ahead an hour on Saturday night, so don't be late on Sunday) 

Remember to use the discount codes listed above!
http://ev13.evenue.net/cgi-bin/ncommerce3/SEGetEventList?groupCode=DOI&linkID=global-labatt&shopperContext=&caller=&appCode=

We think tickets to DISNEY ON ICE DARE TO DREAM would be a great way to spend time with the family!
 

Monday, March 7, 2016

Conestoga College #RisingStars @ #KitchenerMarket - Enter To Win

We'll start with the Disclaimer - Yes we did receive a complimentary tickets, but this just means we're able to offer you a chance attend too! Enter the contest at the end of this post!

Rising To The Occasion

Last week we attended the first Conestoga College Rising Stars Dinner @ Kitchener Market. This was a first of an ongoing series happening over the next few weeks at the Kitchener Market's Marketplace Kitchen.

Conestoga College School of Business and Hospitality presents:
the Rising Stars Dinner Series at The #KitchenerMarket
Throughout March and April 2016, aspiring chefs from the Conestoga College School of Business & Hospitality are hosting themed Pop-Up dinners at the Kitchener Farmers Market. These culinary entrepreneurs-in-training will be showcasing local ingredients and exciting menus in a variety of styles, including Asian Street Food, Southern BBQ, East Coast Seafood and more. 
Each 4 course dinner includes Soup, Appetizer, Main Course and Dessert.  Vegetarian options available. 
Location: Upper Level of the Kitchener Farmers Market, 300 King St. East, Kitchener.
Free parking is available on Eby St. 
Doors open at 5:30 pm for Hors d'Oeuvres,
Dinner Service begins promptly at 6 pm
Price: $30 + HST per guest dinner service - Tickets ONLY available online
LCBO licensed event (wine only) - Cash Bar (ATM service available at The Kitchener Market)
As you can see by the images below it was a very unique menu with lots of variety.



We think that this would make a great Parents' Night Out! For more information and to purchase tickets visit  https://www.conestogacommunity.ca/RisingStars2016

Enter To Win

As many of you know we are getting ready to launch our 2016 Food Revolution Day event and we thought it would be a great idea to giveaway Dinner For 2 for the LOCAL 100KM Rising Stars Dinner happening Thursday April 7, 2016.
Take a look at the menu that will be served that day

 
Thursday April 07
5:30 PM
Hors d’oeuvres du Jour

Soup

Garlic and Chili Roasted Tomato Soup with a Basil Buttermilk Foam

Appetizer

Watermelon Radish, Apple and Mouton Rouge Sheep’s Milk Cheese on a bed of Watercress and Baby
Spinach with an Agave, Balsamic Vinaigrette


Main Course

Fresh Pasta with White Rock Farms Ostrich Top Strip and Cluster Oyster Mushrooms and Baby Spinach

Dessert

Peach Curd Pie with Blueberry Gelato, Apple Chips and a Cider Reduction

Coffee, tea 
 
Enter the rafflecopter contest below (may take a minute to load) and tell us why you LOVE eating locally in the comments. It may just win you Dinner For 2!
 
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Friday, March 4, 2016

March Events For St Patricks Day, March Break, Easter And More


Ongoing MARCH Events (see specific date events under the BLAST heading)
Research Studies @ UofW
Contact Lens Research
Currently the top contact lens research centre in the world is continuing to accomplish great things through research done right here at UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOO
The studies are non-invasive and all of our participants are compensated at $20/hr for their time and often get free contact lenses or glasses.
Right they are recruiting 7-11 year olds to participate in a 3yr study
cclr.uwaterloo.ca
Infant Studies Group
If you’re looking for something new and fun to do with your child, we would love to have you participate in one of our studies! Help us discover how children learn about language and the world around them. Typical studies involve a one time, half hour visit. You stay with your child the entire time and receive a small gift for participating as well! Please contact us or visit our website for more information. We hope to see you soon!
WEB: http://uwaterloo.ca/infant-studies-group
TEL: 519 888 4567
ext. 31164
EMAIL: babylab@uwaterloo.ca
Youth Drum & Bugle Corps
Great program for
youths in the KWC area. Our participants come not only from Cambridge, but
Waterloo, Kitchener, Brantford, and surrounding areas as well.
We are not the Scouts.
We are not the Army, Navy or Sea Cadets.
We are a the only Youth Drum and Bugle Corps in the area!
No experience required and we have a modest membership fee ($20 per year). We provide a unique musical education program that not only teaches kids to play music or perform colour guard, we instruct them how to march, perform and basically
just have fun!
Check us out on our website: www.scouthouseband.com/cadets
Daily
Sleep And Your New Baby Waterloo Region Sessions
(various dates and times)
Session Details:
The purpose of the session is help families understand and respond to their baby’s sleep patterns and language, which will in turn strengthen family relationships and contribute to achieving optimal child health.
The 1.5 hour session will be offered weekly starting January 2016 at all three Ontario Early Years Main sites with a mix of daytime, evening and weekend timings
Parents/caregivers can register online athttp://www.earlyyearsinfo.ca/sleep-and-your-new-baby-registration.html
The session will be most beneficial if parents/caregivers brings their baby with them and we encourage bringing a support person to assist with this
http://www.earlyyearsinfo.ca/sleep-and-your-new-baby-regist…
Earth Sciences Museum @ University Of Waterloo
Conestoga Rovers Learning Centre (the “Dino pit”) open Monday to Friday from8:30 am to 4:30 pm.
The museum’s main atrium, mining tunnel, Great Lakes fountain and stunning mineral exhibits open evenings Monday to Friday and weekends from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Plus info about the Scavenger Hunt can be found at
https://uwaterloo.ca/…/earth-sciences-museum-scavenger-hunts
Have an Infant and/or Toddler? Check out OUR PLACE EARLY YEARS CENTRE calendar
http://www.ourplacekw.ca/
Creekside Kids is excited to invite families to the City Park Indoor Playground at Creekside Church. You do not need to be a Creekside attender to enjoy the use of this playground. Admission is free
https://creeksidechurch.ca/playground/
Free gym days
In each ward across Waterloo, children aged 0 – 12 years and their caregivers can participate in free programmed activities each week in the gymnasium of a local school. This program will run from February 8 to March 24. Details are as follows:
1.5 hours per week in each ward
6:30 to 8 p.m.
Scheduled programming by local organizations
Drop-in format
Geared towards children aged 0 - 12 years
Cost is $2.00 per child; children under 2 years are free
Children aged 0 - 4 years require parent participation
The $2.00 fee covers a snack
http://www.waterloo.ca/healthykids/
Mondays
Time out play time (drop-in)
Interact with your child (newborn - 6Y) through creative play and action games. Unrestricted floor space allows children to develop gross motor skills. Caregivers must supervise children at all times.
Program is at MFSSC in Bechtel Park
Mondays from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. (Jan. 4 to May 9, 2016)
Program will not be running on the following dates: Dec. 25, Jan. 1, Feb.15.
Cost: $5.25/vist/family (maximum 4 children) OR $47.25 pass for 10 visits
http://www.waterloo.ca/preschool/
Discover Mondays @ Chicopee Ski Resort
There is no better time to try the amazing sport of skiing or snowboarding than on a Monday at Chicopee! For only $29, the lowest price in Ontario, you get a beginner lesson, equipment rentals and a Learning Centre Lift Ticket. Station lessons run from 5pm - 8pm and are provided in a station style format - go through different micro-lessons at your own pace and advance when you want. Lift tickets valid until 9pm.
Program is available every Monday after 5pm. (Family Day Excluded)
http://www.discoverchicopee.com/…/rates-membe…/lift_tickets/
Tuesdays
Bring your little ones to the Kitchener Market every Tuesday from 11a.m.-noon for a fabulous, fun-filled morning! Be prepared for a high-energy, hopping good time at these FREE weekly children's events as our performers entertain your tots!
March 8: Erick Traplin
March 17: Special Kids Hop with Erick Traplin and Intensely Irish Dancers
March 22: Erick Traplin
Tots Time @ Waterloor Region Museum (DOON)
Join us on Tuesdays for an engaging program for children ages 2 to 5.
Each week is a different theme and the time will be filled with crafts, toy playing, story reading and lots of learning games to help your little one grow. Admission is $2 per child.
10 per cent membership discount applies. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Accompanying adult's admission is free.
http://www.waterlooregionmuseum.com/upcomin…/event-details/…
Wednesdays
Waterloo Region Museum (DOON)
10 to 11 a.m. Are you a new mom looking for some adult time with other new moms? The Waterloo Region Museum is offering a new program for new moms.
Every other Wednesday during the winter months this program offers a fun and interesting morning out with your new baby.
Admission is $3 + HST, 10% membership discount applies
http://www.waterlooregionmuseum.com/upcomin…/event-details/…
Swim to Survive program
Learn to roll into deep water, tread water and swim 50m on front or back! This program will teach water safety and basic skills to help the child gain con dence in and around water. Geared towards children 7-12 years old with minimal swimming ability.
Choose the free session and class time that works for you!
Wednesdays
Feb. 17 to Mar. 9
Times: 4-4:40 p.m. OR 4:45-5:25 p.m
Classes take place at the Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex. For more information or to register call
519-886-1177 ext 27221
http://www.waterloo.ca/healthykids/
Wicked Wednesday @ Chicopee Ski Resort
Wednesday from 5pm to 9pm, hit the slopes for only $20 with an All Access Lift Ticket! This is the great student rate, but if you’re not a student, we’ve got you covered!
Just print the coupon below or show it on your smartphone to get the student price of $20 – even if you’re not a student!
Coupon link is at http://www.915thebeat.com/wicked-wednesdays-chicopee/ and
http://www.915thebeat.com/files/2015/12/chicopeepass.jpg
Thursdays
Art Innovators will be hosting Squiggles to Grins at the Kitchener Market – a program for children and their parents. Participate in a fun, unique, hands-on creative art experience!
FREE! Ages 2-5 + caregiver http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/…/Kids_Art_free_art_program.a…
Tots Time @ Waterloor Region Museum (DOON)
Join us on Thursdays for an engaging program for children ages 2 to 5.
Each week is a different theme and the time will be filled with crafts, toy playing, story reading and lots of learning games to help your little one grow. Admission is $2 per child.
10 per cent membership discount applies. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Accompanying adult's admission is free.
http://www.waterlooregionmuseum.com/upcomin…/event-details/…
FIVE THE MAGICIAN
Boston Pizza at Erb and Erbsville is every Thursday 5:30-7:30pm
Fridays
Friday from 10-10:30 a.m. for Music and Movement @ Kitchener Market
Come out and support your child's language development and experience the benefits of physical activity.
Friday from 10:30-11 a.m. for drop-in playtime.
11:30 - 12:30 pm
Williamsburg Community Centre
A weekly group focusing on issues relevant to being a new parent (or expectant parent) as well as social time to pass common ideas back and forth.
Children come with parents (0 -12 mths).
Light lunch provided
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2369595749/permalink/10153578472550750/
Family Fridays @ Chicopee Ski Resort
It’s been a long week. Time to spend some time with family! Come out to Chicopee on Friday night and experience a fun and healthy activity together. You can take advantage of our $39 discover programs (Learning Centre lift ticket, rentals and beginner lesson) or $25 all access lift tickets. Station lessons run from 5pm - 8pm and are provided in a station style format - go through different micro-lessons at your own pace and advance when you want.
Program is available after 5pm every Friday. Must be a family of 2 or more.
http://www.discoverchicopee.com/…/rates-membe…/lift_tickets/
Saturdays
KPL Kids’ Club Kitchener Market, 300 King St. E. (Upper Level) Every Saturday, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Take a break from shopping and stop by the Kitchener Public Library Space for stories, crafts and fun.
No registration required.
Family Favourites $2.99 Films @ Cineplex
11am http://www.cineplex.com/Events/FamilyFavourites
Swim to Survive program
Learn to roll into deep water, tread water and swim 50m on front or back! This program will teach water safety and basic skills to help the child gain con dence in and around water. Geared towards children 7-12 years old with minimal swimming ability.
Choose the free session and class time that works for you!
Saturdays
Feb. 13 to Mar. 5
Times: 11-11:40 a.m. OR 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m.
Classes take place at the Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex. For more information or to register call
519-886-1177 ext 27221
http://www.waterloo.ca/healthykids/
FREE FLICKS (suited for the older teen crown)
@KPL DOWNTOWN
2pm-4pm
http://kplca.evanced.info/signup/EventCalendar.aspx
Saturday Late Night Student Special @ Chicopee TUBE PARK
$21.00 Saturday Nights purchase by 9:00pm, tube till midnight
Be on-site at the Tube Park before 9:00 pm Beginning Saturday January 9th-February 27th and get three hours of Tubing for only $21.00.
*Must show valid student card: High School, College and University accepted
http://chicopeetubepark.com/special.html
Sundays
FREE FLICKS (family movies)
@KPL DOWNTONWN
2pm-4pm http://kplca.evanced.info/signup/EventCalendar.aspx

MARCH BLAST
March 5
HOCKEYTOWN @ Kitchener City Hall
Downtown Kitchener will transform into a hub of sporty activities for all ages and bring together Kitchener’s hockey enthusiasts. Kitchener Minor Hockey’s youngest players will lace up their skates for a chance to win the Mayors Cup during the 6th annual Hockeytown celebration on March 5 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at Kitchener City Hall.
http://www.kitchenerevents.ca/en/whatson/Hockey-Town.asp
PRO Martial Arts Waterloo Grand Re-Opening
10am
Free karate classes, board breaking, a caricature artist and much more.
Oh, did we forget to mention that there will be food? Pizza, cake and other goodies!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pro-martial-arts-waterloo-gran…
Girls Can Fly
10am-4pm
Calling females of all ages!
Waterloo Wellington Flight Centre is celebrating International Women’s Day by inviting you to bring your daughters, nieces, cousins, friends, and grand-daughters – ANY girls who are interested in the freedom of flight to enjoy a FREE day at our facility (located at the Region of Waterloo International Airport) and experience what a life in aviation is all about.
https://www.wwfc.ca/event/girls-can-fly/
KW Comedy
Family Variety Show
The Registry Theatre
122 Frederick Street, Kitchener
Doors Open: 1:30 PM
Show Time: 2:00 PM
Tickets: $15 / 4 for $50
http://kw-comedy.com/shows.shtml#FamilyShow
Pysanky (Ukranian Easter Egg) Workshop
Location Joseph Schneider Haus
Start Date Saturday, March 5, 2016
End Date Saturday, March 5, 2016
Time 10 a.m. to noon and 2 to 4 p.m.
Impress your friends with beautiful hand decorated Easter Eggs. $10, taxes and materials included. Call to register.
http://josephschneiderhaus.com/upcoming-eve…/event-details/…
Tots Time Workshop: Decorate an Easter Plate @ Waterloo Region Museum (DOON)
10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Children will decorate an Easter plate in this fun workshop!
This will be the perfect plate to leave out for the Bunny stopping by your house this year.
Children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Appropriate for children aged two to six. $9 plus HST per child. Advance registration is required. Capacity limited. 10 percent membership discount applies.
http://www.waterlooregionmuseum.com/upcomin…/event-details/…
March 5 and 6
Egg dyeing and scratching – Pennsylvania-German style @Joseph Schnider Haus
Help the Schneiders scratch decorate Pennsylvania-German designs onto naturally dyed Easter Eggs.
*I would think regular admission applies
http://josephschneiderhaus.com/upcoming-eve…/event-details/…
Read more at http://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.com/…/easter-egg-…
March 5 and 6
Egg Dying and Scratching @ Joseph Schneider Haus
Sat. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sun. 1 to 5 p.m.
Egg dyeing and scratching – Pennsylvania-German style. Help the Schneiders scratch decorate Pennsylvania-German designs onto naturally dyed Easter Eggs.
* I would think regular admission applies
http://josephschneiderhaus.com/upcoming-eve…/event-details/…

MARCH BREAK
Landmark Cinemas
March Break for only $3 while helping out other kids!
That's right, $1 from every $3 ticket sold will go to Kids Help Phone whose mission is to improve the well-being of kids in Canada by providing anonymous and confidential counselling, referrals and information.
https://www.landmarkcinemas.com/moviebreak
Princess Cinemas $5 Matinees Weekdays during March Break
http://www.princesscinemas.com/
Cineplex $2.99 Matinees Weekdays during March Break
http://www.cineplex.com/Promos/marchbreakmovies
KPL March Break Events
http://kplca.evanced.info/signup/EventCalendar.aspx
WPL March Break Events
http://calendar.wpl.ca/eventcalendar.asp
Idea Exchange Cambridge
https://ideaexchange.org/programs/calendar-node-field-time
MarchBreak Camp info for Artshine-Arts4all (formerly Art Innovators) http://www.artshine.ca/march-break-camp.html
Cinderella CEO @ Registry Theatre
For Info http://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.ca/…/cinderella-c…
Boston Pizza Cambridge - Character Dining
Monday to Friday of the upcoming March Break (March 14-18), we're going to have a different character visit over each dinner service!
From 6pm-7pm each night, we'll have the following guests availbale for meet and greets as well as photo opportunities
https://www.facebook.com/events/1694232407459721/
March 12
Colouring and cooking party @ Kitchener Market
Free event
kids activities and a cooking activity using green veggies!
http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/Calendar/Details.aspx…
Kids In Kilts @ McDougall Cottage Cambridge
Drop in anytime between 1 and 4 p.m.
Stamp Block Stampede where crafty kids will be creating their own unique Stamp Blocks which they can use to decorate and personalize their books, clothes and more (with parents permission, of course). $3 per child, adults, no charge.
http://mcdougallcottage.com/upcoming-events/event-details/…
Ceili Dance
Saturday March 12th, 2016
Victoria Park Pavillion
80 Schneider Ave
Kitchener, ON
Time 8:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Tickets: $15.00 – available at door or in advance at Old Goat Books or KW Bookstore
Children under 12: FREE
http://irishreallifefestivalkw.com/…/ceili-cairde-victoria…/
There is also a FAMILY FUN tab on the site for the IRISH FESTIVAL March 12-19 but there was not a lot of info listed at the time this was posted
March 12 and 13 March Break Carnival @ Bingemans
Start off March Break with a trip to Bingemans for the March Break Carnival! For $10 per child (per day), enjoy inflatables, rides, and activities! Carnival located in the Bingemans Marshall Hall on Saturday March 12th and Sunday March 13th.
Admission $10 per child
Adults and children under 2 free. 10am - 4pm
https://www.bingemans.com/secure/dispatch.php…
March 13
Shamrock Sunday @ Button Factory Waterloo
12:30pm-2:30pm
$5 per child
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2369595749/permalink/10153911956030750/
March 15
Art Shine @ Kitchener Market
Free Event
11am-Noon
Art Shine series is perfect for March Break, join other families with preschoolers and school aged kids for a fun art activity.
http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/Calendar/Details.aspx…
March 14
Shopkins appearance @ Fairview Park Mall
Noon-2pm
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2369595749/
Reptiles, Amphibians and Spiders: Oh My!
Joseph Schneider Haus
Hamilton Reptiles are excited to introduce you to some of their scaly super starts with shows at 12:30 to 1:15 p.m. and 1:30 to 2:15 p.m.
Limited seating.
Admission
Adults - $6.00 + HST
Senior/Student - $5.00 + HST
Children - $4.00 + HST (five to 12 years)
Family - $15.00 + HST (two adults and their dependent children)
http://josephschneiderhaus.com/upcoming-eve…/event-details/…
March 15
University of Waterloo’s Let’s Talk Science
Joseph Schneider Haus
Let’s Talk Science are bringing their most exciting and informative hands-on experiments with shows at 10 a.m. to noon and 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.
Admission
Adults - $6.00 + HST
Senior/Student - $5.00 + HST
Children - $4.00 + HST (five to 12 years)
Family - $15.00 + HST (two adults and their dependent children)
http://josephschneiderhaus.com/upcoming-eve…/event-details/…
FREE MOVIE DAY @ Kingsdale Centre
1pm
Movie: The Peanuts Movie
Refreshments are available for purchase
Remember to bring a pillow and blanket to get comfy!
Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult
https://www.facebook.com/events/1516503585321614/
March 16
Artful Fraktur Calligraphy activities with Debbie Thompson-Wilson
Joseph Schneider Haus
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Try your hand at creating calligraphy with guest instructor Debbie Thompson-Wilson.
Admission
Adults - $6.00 + HST
Senior/Student - $5.00 + HST
Children - $4.00 + HST (five to 12 years)
Family - $15.00 + HST (two adults and their dependent children)
http://josephschneiderhaus.com/upcoming-eve…/event-details/…
Tea With Granny @ McDougall Cottage Cambridge
2 to 4 p.m.
A March Break tea specially meant for you and your granny (or anyone else you please).
We'll be serving up sandwiches, shortbread, scones with cream and more, all for a mere $15/person plus HST.
Please call to reserve a spot.
http://mcdougallcottage.com/upcoming-events/event-details/…
March 17
Happy St Patrick's Day
St Patrick's Day Kids Hop @ Kitchener Market
Free Event
Erick Traplin at 11 a.m: Wear your green and celebrate st Patrick's day! Crafts as well.
Irish dancers "Intensly Irish" will perform at 12 p.m.
http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/Calendar/Details.aspx…
St. Patrick's Day @ Waterloo Public Square
Celebration of St. Patrick's day at this fun and family friendly event. Activities, including a live band and dancers, will be presented in collaboration with the Irish Real Life Festival!
Wilderness Survival and Tracking Skills with Earth Tracks’ Alexis Burnett.
Joseph Schneider Haus
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Join us for games and activities that will have you thinking about how to survive outside.
See what can be learned from the animal tracks left behind by the experts in outdoor living!
Admission
Adults - $6.00 + HST
Senior/Student - $5.00 + HST
Children - $4.00 + HST (five to 12 years)
Family - $15.00 + HST (two adults and their dependent children)
http://josephschneiderhaus.com/upcoming-eve…/event-details/…
March 17 to 20
Disney On Ice Celebrates 100 Years of Magic @ ROGERS CENTRE TORONTO
Info at http://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.ca/…/celebrating-…
March 18
Edible Art: Paint and Craft Materials you Can Eat!
Joseph Schneider Haus
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Paint that you can eat and craft materials that you can munch? Stop by for some edible art all day!
Admission
Adults - $6.00 + HST
Senior/Student - $5.00 + HST
Children - $4.00 + HST (five to 12 years)
Family - $15.00 + HST (two adults and their dependent children)
http://josephschneiderhaus.com/upcoming-eve…/event-details/…

Playfit Cambridge
No pre-registration required!
• $5 after 5pm admission (all ages)
• Dance Party in the playground!
• Free Activities! (geared for ages 5+)
• LOTS of play in playground!
https://www.facebook.com/events/779669135496634/
March 19
Tot Time Workshop - Soup In A Jar @ Waterloo Region Museum (DOON)
10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
This workshop for kids will help them to create a tasty soup mix in a jar to enjoy at home or give away as a gift.
Children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Appropriate for children aged three to five. $9 plus HST per child. Advance registration is required. Capacity limited. 10 percent membership discount applies. Due to space restriction, only 1 adult per tot is allowed.
http://www.waterlooregionmuseum.com/upcomin…/event-details/…
March 19 and 20
Maple Syrup @ Joseph Schneider Haus
Sat. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sun, 1 to 5 p.m.
Sap will be simmering outside. Sample taffy and maple cake
* I would guess regular admission applies
http://josephschneiderhaus.com/upcoming-eve…/event-details/…
March 25
Easter Egg Hunt @ Steckle Farm
Easter is coming EARLY this year!
Save the date for Good Friday – March 25th! We’re pleased to offer two hunts again this year.. from 9:30 to 11:30, and from 12:30 to 2:30.
Mark your calendars for March 4th, when tickets go on sale to the public. Our Friends of the Farm will have a link emailed to them a day earlier, on March 3rd.
Children aged 1 to 12 are $10 each, and as always, will be grouped according to age!
http://www.stecklehomestead.ca/calendar-for-steckle-herita…/
National Service Dogs Fundraiser
Easter Egg Hunt For Dogs And Their Families @ Bingemans In Kitchener and Centennial Park in Guelph
Registration is $25 per family
Kitchener https://www.gifttool.com/athon/AthonDetails…
Guelph https://www.gifttool.com/athon/AthonDetails…
Hot Cross Bun Making @ McDougall Cottage Cambridge
Drop-in from 1 to 4 p.m.
Showing how to make that most traditional of Scottish Easter treats – Hot Cross Buns! Stop by for a sample and a free recipe. They’ll be crafts too! Admission by cash donation.
http://mcdougallcottage.com/upcoming-events/event-details/…
March 25-27
Easter Festival @ Springridge Farm (near Milton)
2016 Dates: Good Friday March 25, Saturday March 26 and Sunday Match 27, 10am-4pm
We expect Good Friday to be very busy, so please consider attending Saturday or Sunday or arriving early in the day.
Admission for Easter Festival: $12.00 per person, ages 2-92
There is no admission charge to visit the barn market, bakery & gift shop.
Easter Festival activities include:
Easter Egg Hunt with the Easter Bunny
Professional Puppet Show “Peter Rabbit's Eggcellent Easter Show” - show times
11, 12, 1, 2:30 and 4
Bunny Face Painting
Bunny Ears to Colour and Wear
Wagon Ride & Farm Tour
Access to The Fun Farm Yard: Animal Barn, Giant Sandbox, Corn Trail, Tube Slides, Straw Bale Jumping and Escarpment Lookout
Singing Chicken Show
Goat Mountain
Pony Rides are available for an additional $4 per ride. Maximum weight 80lbs.
The Springridge Farm BBQ Barn is open for Easter Festival. Menu items include grilled-to-perfection hotdogs, sausages, apple chips and the Little Farmer Lunch combo for kids.
Visit the Barn Market for NEW spring décor and farm fresh baking.
http://www.springridgefarm.com/easter-egg-hunt.htm
March 25-28
Easter Fun @ Waterloo Region Museum (DOON)
Start Date Friday, March 25, 2016
End Date Monday, March 28, 2016
Time Regular Hours
Daily activities and games for children, including stories and much more!
Activities - Monday and Friday 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.,
Activities - Saturday 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Is your family looking for something to do this weekend?
Explore the exhibit In The Dark and enjoy the interactive challenges that are part of the exhibit.
Regular admission.
http://www.waterlooregionmuseum.com/upcomin…/event-details/…
March 26
Bingemans Funworx

FunworX Easter Egg Hunt. Saturday March 26. Doors open at 8:45 am , egg hunt from 9:00 am - 10:00 am. Purchase price before March 25th $13.95 plus tax. Price includes admission to Playstructure, $3.00 Playdium Playcard, egg hunt and visit from the Easter Bunny! If purchased after March 25th price increases to $15.95 per child, plus tax.
http://bingemans.com/events/
Easter Egg Hunt @ Sheridan Nurseries
9am
Bring the entire family for an Egg-tastic time at our Annual Easter Fun Day! The fun doesn't end with our Easter Egg hunt; there will also be a colouring contest, great in-store specials and much more...
Fee: Minimum $3 charge per participant.
Proceeds are donated to Children's Wish Foundation & Kids' Health Links Foundation.
http://www.sheridannurseries.com/…/annual_easter_egg_hunt_t…
10am
Spend the morning with the Easter Bunny @ Kitchener Market
PLEASE NOTE THIS EVENT SELLS OUT EVERY YEAR SO REGISTER RIGHT AWAY!
Hop on down to the Kitchener Market and spend the morning with the Easter Bunny! Make a special Easter craft, create an Easter treat at
Kids in the Kitchen and take a picture with the Easter Bunny himself! (Remind Mom or Dad to bring the camera!)
Please register EACH person who will be attending the program.
Cost: food bank donation or 2 dollars per child.
REGISTER AT http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/Calendar/Details.aspx…
Easter Egg Hunt @ Joseph Schnider Haus
Meet the Easter Bunny and bring along a small basket to collect eggs! Please note the Galleries and Historic House will be closed from 10 to 11 a.m. during the Easter Egg Hunt.
For ages eight and younger. $2 suggested donation.
http://josephschneiderhaus.com/upcoming-eve…/event-details/…
Easter Bunny Train will run on Saturday, March 26, 2016 Mr. Bunny will join his friends on board the train and visit children at their seats. While the train travels from the Market to the Village. Mr. Bunny will visit some passengers when the train continues its trip north beyond the Village of St. Jacobs. Tickets may be purchased online through the online ticket window or in person at our Market Station on Saturday, March, 26. Market Station is located in the northeastern corner of the St. Jacobs Market property. The Market Station will only be open on operating days.
http://waterloocentralrailway.com/…/easter-bunny-train-2016/
March 26 and 27
Easter Eggstravaganza @ Joseph Schnider Haus
Sat. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sun 1 to 5 p.m.
Sample some traditional Easter cheese and help the Schneiders scratch decorate Pennsylvania-German designs onto naturally dyed Easter Eggs.
* I would imagine regular admission applies
http://josephschneiderhaus.com/upcoming-eve…/event-details/…
Egg Dying and Rolling @ McDougall Cottage Cambridge
Drop-in from 1 to 4 p.m.
Bring your clan down to McDougall Cottage for some egg-ceptionally good fun. Kids can dye and decorate some of their own eggs using our home-made all natural vegetable dyes. Admission by cash donation.
We'll be showing how eggs were dyed in the good ol’ days, using onion skins. Afterward, everyone is invited to join us in the Cottage’s back yard for a good old fashioned egg rolling race - just like they do at the White House. There will be Easter treats for all kids that come by.
http://mcdougallcottage.com/upcoming-events/event-details/…
March 27
Easter Egg Hunt @ Calvary Cambridge
Jumping Castles
Games, Music and Candy!
Pre-register online at mycalvary.life/eggsplosion

Disney's Zootopia - Advance Screening Review


Earlier this week I had the opportunity to attend an advance screening of Disney's Zootopia and I can't wait to tell you all about it! Don't worry there are no spoilers here, only reasons why you need to see this fantastic film.
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Reasons To Why You Need To See Disney's Zootopia

Much like the film Wall-E, DISNEY'S ZOOTOPIA is a reflection of our society and filled with many social messages about where we are headed and what we should be doing to keep our world a peaceful place to live.  A few messages brought to the forefront of the film are
  • Try Everything. Even if it doesn't work out the first time keep at it
  • Encourage others. Don't put limitations on what they should do
  • Bullying is wrong. What may make someone act out now, could make them ashamed of it later in life
  • Don't judge a book by the cover is the biggest message in this film. Make sure to give everyone a fair shake and they could become someone very important in your life
Another reason to see this film is the amazing animation. Be sure to see this movie in 3D. When you first see the City of Zootopia you suddenly feel immersed in the surroundings.  The way they brought the city to life is a great theatrical achievement.

Also if you are Canadian you will recognize Peter Moosebridge as being voice by famous Canadian news anchor Peter Mansbridge.

The final reason, and the reason why people go to the movies is, this film is very entertaining.  The characters are on point with their reactions to the situations, it has a great story, it has lots of funny moments and a few serious ones to make the audience think about how they can grow as people.

We suggest taking the whole family to see ZOOTOPIA this weekend! If you can't make it this weekend then be sure to make it part of your March Break plans.

 The modern mammal metropolis of Zootopia is a city like no other. Comprised of habitat neighborhoods like ritzy Sahara Square and frigid Tundratown, it’s a melting pot where animals from every environment live together—a place where no matter what you are, from the biggest elephant to the smallest shrew, you can be anything. But when optimistic Officer Judy Hopps (voice of Ginnifer Goodwin) arrives, she discovers that being the first bunny on a police force of big, tough animals isn’t so easy. Determined to prove herself, she jumps at the opportunity to crack a case, even if it means partnering with a fast-talking, scam-artist fox, Nick Wilde (voice of Jason Bateman), to solve the mystery. Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Zootopia,” a comedy-adventure directed by Byron Howard (“Tangled,” “Bolt”) and Rich Moore (“Wreck-It Ralph,” “The Simpsons”) and co-directed by Jared Bush (“Penn Zero: Part-Time Hero”), opens in theatres on March 4, 2016.




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Are you planning on seeing this film or if have watched it, what did you think? Let us know in the comments. We want to hear from YOU!