Elmira Maple Syrup Festival, Earth Hour and Easter Activities in Kitchener Waterloo

Saturday
Elmira Maple Syrup Festival http://www.elmiramaplesyrup.com/

I think I heard that The Easter Bunny is at Fredrick Mall this Saturday, but not sure if this Saturday or next Saturday.

29th Annual Doubleheaders Model Railroad Layout Tour

Saturday, March 31, 2012 | 9am – 3pm Location: Hespeler Arena 640 Ellis Road, West Cambridge, ONHespeler Arena 640 Ellis Road, West Cambridge, ON Summary: Over 40 layouts to visit. You drive to view model train layouts located at many places throughout Guelph, Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge and surrounding areas. Many layouts open 9am t 9pm. Tickets and maps available 9am-3pm at the Hespeler Arena. Children must be supervised by an adult. Cost: $6 per person Phone number: 519-622-9555 Website: www.doubleheaders.org

40th Annual Gem & Mineral Show

Saturday, March 31 | 10am – Sunday, April 1, 2012 | 5pm Location: Paris Fairgrounds 139 Silver Street Paris, ONParis Fairgrounds 139 Silver Street Paris, ON Summary: The Brantford Lapidary & Mineral Society is holding their 40th Annual Gem & Mineral Show. Demonstrations, Exhibits, 'Mine for Gems' Display, Silent Auction! Cost: Adults $5, 12 years and under free Website: www.brantfordlapidarymineral.ca

Sale & Open House

Saturday, March 31, 2012 | 10am – 3pm Location: Adult Recreation Centre 185 King Street, South Waterloo, ONAdult Recreation Centre 185 King Street, South Waterloo, ON Summary: The Owl's Nest Creative Wood Carvers and Artists invite you to an Open House and Sale. Items for sale include bowls, birds, clay modeling, soap stones, jewellery, gourds, driftwood pens and much more! Phone number: 519-579-1020 Website: www.waterloo.ca

Happily Ever After Ball

Saturday, March 31, 2012 | 3 – 5:30pm Location: Country Hills Community Centre 100 Rittenhouse Road Kitchener, ONCountry Hills Community Centre 100 Rittenhouse Road Kitchener, ON Summary: Come out for a magical and playful afternoon! Meet Cinderella, Rapunzel and Flynn Rider! Games, crafts, snacks and more! $15-Proceeds to Women's Crisis Services of Waterloo Region. Call 519-208-5451 for tickets, or kirstenk.stylist@peekaboobeans.com Phone number: 519-208-5451

http://earthhour.org/ & the Canadian site is http://earthhour.org/
Easter Weekend
Kitchener Market on Apr 7 to spend the morning with the Easter Bunny! Crafts and treats included too! FREE: http://bit.ly/scxYln

Local Earth Hour Celebrations

Kitchener City Hall 7:30pm-9:30pm March 31st http://p.twimg.com/AoX9uaiCQAEIbVi.jpg:small

Waterloo WLU (Laurier) 7pm-10pm Scient Atrium Earth Hour Event

 Sunday April 1st
Clay & Glass Gallery
Play with Clay 1st Session: 1:00pm – 2:15pm

2nd Session: 2:30pm – 4:00pm
All Ages
-$8/participant

Looking Ahead

PARENTS NIGHT OUT at Chateau Des Charmes
http://140meetup2.eventbrite.com/
(Psst chances are you have the next day off work)

Good Friday April 6th
Easter Egg Hunt for Dogs and their Families, FUNDRAISER FOR National Services Dogs
 Bingemans in Kitchener425 Bingemans Centre DriveRegistration begins at 10:00 a.m., Hunt begins at 11:00 a.m.
$20 per family
http://www.gifttool.com/athon/AthonDetails?ID=1327&AID=1809

Saturday April 7th
9am-11am
 Kitchener Market spend the morning with the Easter Bunny! Crafts and treats included too! FREE
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10150705224789656&set=a.10150401586214656.379515.61828104655&type=1&theater

18th Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Joseph Schneider Haus Museum. Saturday April 7th at 10:00am. Joseph Schneider Haus Museum, 466 Queen Street South, Kitchener. For more information call 519-742-7752.

Sheridan Nurseries Easter Egg Hunt http://www.sheridannurseries.com/events/event/easter_egg_event


Fundraiser (also looking for prize donations)
http://iam1ru.stageserver.ca/bigevent.aspx
Happening in April @Bingemans

St Patrick's Day #ZacksDreamRoom & more Fun Family Activities

St. Patrick's Day
Saturday, March 17, 2012 | 9am – 12pm
Location:
Kitchener Market
300 King Street, East
Kitchener, ON
Summary:
Featuring: Fiddling fun with John, Irish Academy dancing, The Shannigans. The Market Place will host crafts and cookie decorating!

21st Annual Cambridge Coin Show
Saturday, March 17, 2012 | 9am – 4pm
Location:
Cambridge Newfoundland Club
1500 Dunbar Road
Cambridge, ON
Summary:
Admission Free! Buy, sell, trade, evaluate-at 52 tables! Proceeds to charitable organizations. Tokens, trade dollars, coins, paper money, ctc coupons, militaria.

Spring Open House
Saturday, March 17, 2012 | 11am – 1pm
Location:
Conestoga Doon Campus
299 Doon Valley Drive
Kitchener, ON
Summary:
Bring the family and check out our new campus and facilities. There will be demonstrations and interactive activities!

Sunday

You may have caught Heather and Paul on CANADA AM earlier this week
you can see them starting at the 16:25 min. Recognize anything at the 18:37 minute mark? http://www.ctv.ca/canadaAMPlayer/index.html?video=638948
This one is a bit of a jaunt, but is very dear to my heart. I hope you can make it as it will be something that will touch your heart in so many ways.
http://elmo4zack.eventbrite.com/#m_1_100

Wednesday

Waterloo 4-H Sign Up Night

Wednesday, March 21, 2012 | 7pm Location: St. Agatha Community Centre 1793 Erb's Road St. Agatha, ONSt. Agatha Community Centre 1793 Erb's Road St. Agatha, ON Summary: For youth aged 9-12 as of January 1, 2012 and offers hands on learning experiences. At this event you can talk with leaders and other 4-H members to hear about 4-H in Waterloo County! Phone number: 1-877-661-6667 Website: www.waterloo4-h.ca

Looking Ahead

Fundraiser (also looking for prize donations)
http://iam1ru.stageserver.ca/bigevent.aspx
  Happening in April @Bingemans


EARTH HOUR is this month.  Please submit any activities you know for it!
http://earthhour.org/ & the Canadian site is http://earthhour.org/
Also we've opened the CALL FOR SPEAKERS & EARLY BIRD TICKET SALES for #140confONT http://140confont2012.eventbrite.com/

Fun Stuff

Chuck E Cheese Activity Sheet with 50 free tickets http://www.chuckecheese.com/promotions/activities.php?utm_source=BH&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=030112

March Break, #ZacksDreamRoom & St. Patrick's Day Family Events

Canstruction Waterloo Region
Saturday, March 10 – Sunday, March 18, 2012
Location: Conestoga Mall
550 King Street, North
Waterloo, ONConestoga Mall
550 King Street, North
Waterloo, ON

Summary: Visit Conestoga Mall to view amazing gravity defying can structures. You can help decide the Pople's Choice Award by voting for your favourite structure with a donation in the team sign. This fundraiser is a great encouragement to the teams of architects, engineers, designers and students who will be donating over 35,000 lbs of food via their structures.
Phone number: 519-743-5576
Website: www.thefoodbank.ca


MARCH BREAK
March Break Camp @ The Kitchener Market
tuesday to friday march 9 am till 430 care also available 830-9 and 430 till 5
for children ages 8 till 13 , only 14 spots, 200 for the week, lunch and snacks included.
it is called stir it up.. junior chef camp... call to register 741-2297.

Princess Cinema Family March Break Films $5 http://www.princesscinemas.com/film/?id=2576

Toonie Madness Empire March Break films http://www.empiretheatres.com/toonie-matinees
St. Patrick's Day @ Kitchener Market http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/pdf/st_pattys_poster_2012.pdf

Waterloo March Break Activities in Waterloo http://www.waterloo.ca/DesktopDefault.aspx?tabid=1458 (drop down menu)

2nd Annual Clarky's Kids Day at Cookie Cutters!

Friday, March 16, 2012 | 9am – 8pm Location: Cookie Cutters 36 Northfield Drive, East Waterloo, ONCookie Cutters 36 Northfield Drive, East Waterloo, ON Summary: enjoy face painting, raffle draws and refreshments as we help raise funds for Clarky's Kids. You can find out more information about this amazing charity by viewing their website at kitchenerrangers.com… Cookie Cutters will donate $3 from every cut, so book your child's appointment today by calling 519-880-0528. Phone number: 519-880-0528 Website: www.haircutsarefun.com

21st Annual Cambridge Coin Show

Saturday, March 17, 2012 | 9am – 4pm Location: Cambridge Newfoundland Club 1500 Dunbar Road Cambridge, ONCambridge Newfoundland Club 1500 Dunbar Road Cambridge, ON Summary: Admission Free! Buy, sell, trade, evaluate-at 52 tables! Proceeds to charitable organizations. Tokens, trade dollars, coins, paper money, ctc coupons, militaria.

St. Patrick's Day

Saturday, March 17, 2012 | 9am – 12pm Location: Kitchener Market 300 King Street, East Kitchener, ONKitchener Market 300 King Street, East Kitchener, ON Summary: Featuring: Fiddling fun with John, Irish Academy dancing, The Shannigans. The Market Place will host crafts and cookie decorating!

Spring Open House

Saturday, March 17, 2012 | 11am – 1pm Location: Conestoga Doon Campus 299 Doon Valley Drive Kitchener, ON Summary: Bring the family and check out our new campus and facilities. There will be demonstrations and interactive activities!

This one is a bit of a jaunt, but is very dear to my heart.  I hope you can make it as it will be something that will touch your heart in so many ways.
http://elmo4zack.eventbrite.com/#m_1_100

If you don't know my friend Heather, please watch this vid & see why I think she is one of the strongest women I know.



Fundraiser (also looking for prize donations)
http://iam1ru.stageserver.ca/bigevent.aspx  Happening in April @Bingemans

Also we've opened the CALL FOR SPEAKERS & EARLY BIRD TICKET SALES for #140confONT http://140confont2012.eventbrite.com/

#140confONT Kitchener Market Disney Trailers & more

So elated to tell you that the 140 Characters Conferene is returning to Kitchener Waterloo.  Last night was our KICK OFF EVENT http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GMxDom2xqEg



So since ou're all on my GOOD PEOPLE list, I wanted to let you know that you can grab an EARLY BIRD ticket here http://140confont2012.eventbrite.com/

Blast Time

Saturday March 3rd
Decorate your very own cupcake and craft this Saturday, from 10-11:30am in the Marketplace at the Kitchener Market! www.kitchenermarket.ca

Galaxy Cinema 11:00am Jumanji $2.50 (I recommend this for the older kiddies, the younger ones might be a little timid during some of the scenes)

For a listing of all the upcoming Sat morning $2.50 movies here's the list https://onlineticketing.cineplex.com/SelectPerformances.aspx?guid=e52d9bb8-7dd9-45c4-aedd-86941353186b

March 8th
Funworx Fundraiser for THE MADISON PROJECT -discount admission
http://www.madisonproject.blogspot.com/

Looking Ahead

Canstruction Waterloo Region

Saturday, March 10 – Sunday, March 18, 2012 Location: Conestoga Mall 550 King Street, North Waterloo, ONConestoga Mall 550 King Street, North Waterloo, ON Summary: Visit Conestoga Mall to view amazing gravity defying can structures. You can help decide the Pople's Choice Award by voting for your favourite structure with a donation in the team sign. This fundraiser is a great encouragement to the teams of architects, engineers, designers and students who will be donating over 35,000 lbs of food via their structures. Phone number: 519-743-5576 Website: www.thefoodbank.ca

MARCH BREAK
March Break Camp @ The Kitchener Market
tuesday to friday march 9 am till 430 care also available 830-9 and 430 till 5
for children ages 8 till 13 , only 14 spots, 200 for the week, lunch and snacks included.
it is called stir it up.. junior chef camp... call to register 741-2297.

Princess Cinema Family March Break Films $5 http://www.princesscinemas.com/film/?id=2576

Toonie Madness Empire March Break films http://www.empiretheatres.com/toonie-matinees
St. Patrick's Day @ Kitchener Market http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/pdf/st_pattys_poster_2012.pdf

Fundraiser (also looking for prize donations)
http://iam1ru.stageserver.ca/bigevent.aspx Happening in April @Bingemans

Upcoming Disney Movie Trailer

WHAT WAS THAT NUMBER AGAIN? #WWTNkw Hockey Town Fun Activities

Sat Feb 25th

Hockey Town
We're turning Civic Square into a hub of hockey activities on Saturday, February 25th!
From mini hockey games featuring Kitchener Minor Hockey Association (KMHA) players, meet-and greets-with former Kitchener Rangers including George Halkidis, Scott Dickie, Peter Tsimikalis, Mike Torchia, Mike Amodeo and Matt Manias to a Hockey Hall of Fame display of memorabilia - we will be Hockey Town!
Also just added, Game Asylum will be at the event! Come out and experience gaming on a whole new level.
The festivities will run from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., in front of Kitchener City Hall.
http://www.kitchener.ca/hockeytown


For the past two decades, Heritage Wilmot has been proud to present an annual Heritage Day in Wilmot Township. The Heritage Day event offers an opportunity for the public to learn about this wonderful Township. Wilmot residents and business owners have an opportunity to showcase the unique heritage and culture of this corner of the Region. This year, Heritage Wilmot is pleased to present the theme of "Recipes of Our Past: Culinary Traditions of Wilmot Township." As part of the heritage day, the committee also recognizes residents and businesses that demonstrate significant contributions to heritage preservation in Wilmot Township.
When: Saturday February 25 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: St. Agatha Community Centre at 1793 Erb’s Road Admission is free!

REMEMBER THE ORGINAL POSTER BOY CAMPAIGN WHEN THE GUY LIVED ON THE BILLBOARD FOR A MONTH?????
Well he's heading back to KW http://guestlistapp.com/events/87789 Come & meet Neil Hedley!
It's free to attend but you must RSVP!
His book is currently on the top of the AMAZON list for business advertising. He will be speaking & signing books at the event as well

Feb 29th
#140confONT KICK OFF @ the Schwaben Club (19+ event) http://140meetup1-estw.eventbrite.com/ on the day that comes around only ONCE every FOUR years!

Family Day Weekend Activities in KW

Feb 18
Project Macfrica has added a FAMILY HOUR to the event from 6:30-7:30pm http://pmnight.eventbrite.ca/?ebtv=C

see the fun here http://pmnight.tumblr.com/post/17714968235/reason-6-video-production-by-george-briggs (video)

Feb 18 & 19
Icedogs Festival http://www.icedogsfestivalwaterloo.ca/

Feb 20

Bring on the Sunshine FREE https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=254850784584138&set=a.124843060918245.20066.124842957584922&type=3&theater

Mayor's Movie Morning http://www.mayorsmoviemorning.com/

Play with Clay $8 http://www.theclayandglass.ca/education/family/

 Steckle Heritage Farm event from 10am to 2pm. Parking is at 226 McIntyre Drive. Scheduling information will be posted on our website at www.stecklehomestead.ca. and also on Facebook www.facebook.com/steckle

I heard on the Radio that RIM is sponsoring a bunch of events around KW, but you have to check the paper for details.  If you know the details, please leave a comment with them.

Looking Ahead

We're hosting a book launch next week (19+ event) REMEMBER THE ORGINAL POSTER BOY CAMPAIGN WHEN THE GUY LIVED ON THE BILLBOARD FOR A MONTH?????
Well he's heading back to KW http://guestlistapp.com/events/87789 Come & meet Neil Hedley!
It's free to attend but you must RSVP!
His book is currently on the top of the AMAZON list for business advertising.  He will be speaking & signing books at the event as well

Feb 29th
#140confONT KICK OFF @ the Schwaben Club (19+ event) http://140meetup1-estw.eventbrite.com/  on the day that comes around only ONCE every FOUR years!

  March 8th
Funworx Fundraiser for THE MADISON PROJECT -discount admission
http://www.madisonproject.blogspot.com/

March Break Camp @ The Kitchener Market
tuesday to friday march 9 am till 430 care also available 830-9 and 430 till 5
for children ages 8 till 13 , only 14 spots, 200 for the week, lunch and snacks included.
it is called stir it up.. junior chef camp... call to register 741-2297.
Fundraiser (also looking for prize donations)
http://iam1ru.stageserver.ca/bigevent.aspx Happening in April @Bingemans

Last night I attended launch for the next season of the KW Symphony.  I have yet to post about it, but please read Erica's blog for all the details http://www.bassgiraffe.com/2012/02/kws-2012-13-season-launch-event%e2%80%8f.html

Hope to see many of you THIS SATURDAY http://pmnight.eventbrite.ca/?ebtv=C

Keep Smiling!
Lisa

Pinterest, #PMnight, #WWTNkw, Valentines Day, Family Day & other great events in Kitchener Waterloo

On a snowy day like today, it's a great time to get aquainted with Pinterest if you haven't already!
http://thesunshineisin.blogspot.com/2012/02/pinterest-is-of-interest-top-10-reasons.html
If you love it as much as we do, make sure to join our Pinterest Pals facebook group https://www.facebook.com/#!/groups/147157275400945/

Other fun sites to check out on a Snowy DAY What are you doing with your extra day this year? Check out 29 Leaps, another great KW initiative http://1gooddeed.tumblr.com/ has the details
Fun Stuff
Like Giveaways? Try Your luck here http://www.bassgiraffe.com/giveaways & here http://www.mybigbluworld.com/
There's always something for everyone!
Have you heard about Bargain Hunting Momma? Here's her group page https://www.facebook.com/groups/174840402618136/

Find great deals like this
59% off a Family Pass to Fantasy Fair http://www.wagjag.com/?w=59316&wid=2c7dcef4ea90b05c642db06b3c128dfc

GREAT NEW COUPON SITE For Southwestern Ontario! http://dealmobiles.ca/
(print off coupons, you don't have to buy the coupon like groupon etc)
& they are on Facebook too https://www.facebook.com/#!/dealmobiles

I know many of you have Tassimo machines, some are valid to get sent a replacement part http://www.tassimosafetyrecall.com/
________________
Fun for those 19+

 *** Might make a great Valentine's Gift ***
February 18th we're helping with the Project Macfrica FUNdraiser. For info on Project Macfrica you can read the post on my blog http://thesunshineisin.blogspot.com/2012/01/project-macfrica-fundraiser-feb-1811.html
To purchase tickets head to http://pmnight.eventbrite.ca/?ebtv=C (or you can pay cash for tickets by sending me a message before Friday)
(19+ event)
& you know if we're involved it's going to be a blast! Get your tickets quick for #PMnight

REMEMBER THE ORGINAL POSTER BOY CAMPAIGN WHEN THE GUY LIVED ON THE BILLBOARD FOR A MONTH?????
Well he's heading back to KW http://guestlistapp.com/events/87789 Come & meet Neil Hedley!
It's free to attend but you must RSVP! (19+ event)

You know we're always chatting about TWEESTOCK well the EARLY BIRD ticket pricing ends tomorrow http://guestlistapp.com/events/85692

Know anyone wanting to start a business in Cambridge? Crock-A-Doodle is looking for a franchaise owner https://www.facebook.com/CrockADoodleinCambridge for details
Fundraising event at Bingemans http://iam1ru.stageserver.ca/bigevent.aspx THE BIG EVENT

BLAST TIME!!!!

TODAY Sat Feb 11th
Hockey Day In Canada @ THEMUSEUM $10
http://www.themuseum.ca/blogs/celebrate-hockey-day-in-canada-with-us-2012-02-10.cfm

Sunday Feb 12
Free Community Skate @ Kit Aud http://www.johnmilloy.onmpp.ca/Events.aspx

Free Skate Sunday Shantz Mennonite Church is hosting a free public skate @ Wilmot Rec Complex from 2:30pm - 4:15pm all are welcome :)

Tues Feb 14th aka VALENTINES DAY
Location:Montana's Waterloo

Address:310 The Boardwalk (Ira Needles Blvd at University)

Come see Kricket the Clown on Tuesdays from 5-8 at Montana's newest location in Waterloo.
Bring the family and have some fun! Call 519-576-1212 for more info.

Wed Feb 15th

KW Minor Sports Registration

Wednesday, February 15 | 5:30pm – Thursday, February 16, 2012 | 9pm Location: Conestoga Mall 550 King Street, North Waterloo, ONConestoga Mall 550 King Street, North Waterloo, ON Summary: 2012 Spring/Summer Kitchener-Waterloo Minor Sports registration! Get your child active and involved! One stop shop for Kitchener & Waterloo programs. For more information about Fee Assistance and attending sporting groups, visit www.waterloo.ca/minorsports Phone number: 519-886-1177 x273

Fri Feb 17th

Location:Waterloo Town Square

Address:75 King Street South

Phone:519.591.4326

URL: http://kdub.ca

'Shake-n-Skate' is a series of free, family-friendly public skating parties in UpTown Waterloo. Bundle-up, grab your friends and head to the rink for an evening of beats & blades!

Looking Ahead
FAMILY DAY
Steckle Heritage Farm hosts its first annual Winter Fun Day on Family Day February 20th, 2012
Family Day on February 20th, 2012 will bring a Winter Fun Day to Steckle Heritage Farm. The event will focus on old fashioned winter fun for the family from 10am to 2pm. The event is free of charge, and will have many activities for the family such as snow sculpture, crafts and visiting with our animals. A highlight of the event will be having two talented local story tellers of the Baden Storytellers Guild sharing their tales in the Honey House beside the fireplace at 11am and 1pm. Our guest storytellers are Carolyn Wilker, storyteller and author of Once Upon a Sandbox and Derek Brisland, sharing Frog and Toad stories. Our gentle slope will be set up for tobogganing so don’t forget to pack your equipment. You are also welcome to try out snowshoes and cross-country skis at this free winter event. Hot chocolate and snacks will be available for a small charge.
The event is at Steckle Heritage Farm from 10am to 2pm. Parking is at 226 McIntyre Drive. Scheduling information will be posted on our website at www.stecklehomestead.ca. and also on Facebook www.facebook.com/steckle

Play with Clay $8 http://www.theclayandglass.ca/education/family/

March 8th
Funworx Fundraiser for THE MADISON PROJECT -discount admission
http://www.madisonproject.blogspot.com/

March Break Camp @ The Kitchener Market
tuesday to friday march 9 am till 430 care also available 830-9 and 430 till 5
for children ages 8 till 13 , only 14 spots, 200 for the week, lunch and snacks included.
it is called stir it up.. junior chef camp... call to register 741-2297.