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Where To Find Fireworks Displays Near Kitchener Waterloo Ontario
Looking for the best places to see *** FIREWORKS *** in the Kitchener Waterloo area? Here's our list for the holiday fireworks displays we know about this year! Scroll down to see all the fireworks dates this summer! Please note: Some activities and events have admission costs, so please check the links provided for full information.
May 18 2013
Fireworks in the Town Of Conestogo
see @CWOptimists twitter feed for details
The Elora Lions are holding their Spring Fireworks Fundraiser at the Grand River Raceway on County Road 21 in Elora. Local live entertainment for young children will be available. Admission is a minimum donation of $2 per person with proceeds of this year's event going to community and Lions projects. Gates open at 7pm. Fireworks being after sunset.
Read a new book each month and talk about it. Ages 12 – 18. May’s book pick: Cinder by Marissa Meyer Register online at kpl.org or with the host library. FREE Thurs. May 9 at 4 pm, Kitchener Market, 300 King St. East, Kitchener
KW Braves Junior “A” Lacrosse Club vs Peterborough (HOME OPENER)
Details
Start Date:
Thursday, May 09, 2013 8:00 PM
End Date:
Thursday, May 09, 2013 10:00 PM
Title:
KW Braves Junior “A” Lacrosse Club vs Peterborough (HOME OPENER)
Category:
Special events
Address:
400 East Ave. Kitchener, ON
Contact:
KW Braves Junior “A” Lacrosse Club
Phone:
http://www.kwbraveslacrosse.com/
Details:
KW Braves home games are played in the Kinsmen Arena at The Aud.
Admission for Regular Season Games
$8.00 for adults
$5.00 for seniors and students
All minor lacrosse players are FREE
May 10
Family Storytime & Craft
Please bring a nut-free snack. Register online at kpl.org, 1 week before the program. FREE Fri. May 10, 10 am, Country Hills Library, 1500 Block Line Rd, Kitchener May 11
This year, let the Kitchener Market help you thank your mother for all she does with a relaxing tea party. The royal treatment for mom includes a cupcake from Delicately Yours and, of course, tea. Kids can show their appreciation for their moms by decorating clay pots while enjoying their own cookie and drink.
Bring your mom and join us for stories, crafts & a special treat.Register online at kpl.org, 1 week before the program. FREE Sat. May 11 at 10:30 am, Forest Heights Library, 251 Fischer-Hallman Rd, Kitchener Sat. May 11 at 10:30 am, Grand River Stanley Park Library, 175 Indian Rd, Kitchener
May 12
The Art Studio
Mother's Day Tea Party
Sunday, May 12, 2013
1:00-3:00 and 3:30-5:00
$20/adult, $15/child
Includes refreshments & studio time.Ceramics are priced individually. Reserve early do avoid disappointments.
Tea Party Menu
English Tea Pink Delicious Cupcakes Chocolate Dipped Strawberries Esta Chocolate Truffles
All ages welcome. Actvities designed for ages 4-12 + adult companion. Spend an afternoon with friends and family. Enjoy the exhibitions, make one-of-a-kind artwork, take part in drama workshops and games, and listen to stories read by KPL staff. Suggested donation of $5 per child.
Bring yer mother hiter fer a Tartan Tea on her special day. Vocalist/guitarist Geoff Lewis provides the musical mood. $12.50 per person. A posy her mum? Add $2. Seatings at 1 & 3pm but only fer those who've reserved.
Phone number:
519-624-8250
Kitchener Panthers Baseball vs. Guelph (HOME OPENER)
Details
Start Date:
Sunday, May 12, 2013 2:00 PM
End Date:
Sunday, May 12, 2013 5:00 PM
Title:
Kitchener Panthers Baseball vs. Guelph (HOME OPENER)
The Kitchener Panthers are a community owned, volunteer run baseball team that was established in 1919 as a founding member of the Intercounty Baseball League.
Formerly known as the KW Dutchmen and the Kitchener Legionnaires, the club has won 10 league championships throughout its history.
The team plays out of Jack Couch Park at The Aud in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada.
Admissions
Adults - $8.00
Seniors & Students 13 & Under - $6.00
Season (21 Games) Tickets - $80.00
This FREE annual event welcomes families and community members to experience a wide variety of fun art activities and a tasty BBQ. All you need to bring is your imagination! On this day only, receive up to 15% summer camp registrations and memberships are buy one get one free.
Bring a pencil, notebook and your imagination!Register online at kpl.org, 1 week before the program. FREE Sat. May 18 at 2:30 pm, Country Hills Library, 1500 Block Line Rd, Kitchener
Bedtime Tales
Wear your pajamas to this storytime! All Ages. FREE Tues. May 14 at 7:15 pm, Country Hills Library, 1500 Block Line Rd, Kitchener
The program begins at the Queen Victoria Monument on Jubilee Drive at 11am. About 45 minutes later everyone adjourns to Roos Island where the Kitchener Musical Society band will perform a concert of traditional and contemporary favourites. Following the concert, people are invited to stroll through the newly-renovated park and then visit the Victoria Park Gallery. There is no admission charge and everyone is advised to bring a lawn chair and refreshments. For more information call 519-742-4990 or rychmills@golden.net
There are usually FIREWORKS in the Town Of Conestogo but I can never find online info for it
May22
Family Storytime & Craft
Please bring a nut-free snack. Register online at kpl.org, 1 week before the program. FREE Wed. May 22, 10 am, Grand River Stanley Park Library, 175 Indian Rd, Kitchener
May 23 Babytime – Stories & Swap Storytime and swap! Bring baby clothes, toys or books you no longer need. Ages 0 – 23 months. Register online at kpl.org FREE Thurs. May 23 at 10 am, Forest Heights Library, 251 Fischer-Hallman Rd, Kitchener
The Relief sale begins Friday at 5:30 pm with a BBQ supper and quilt preview. At 7 pm there is a silent auction and a furniture auction featuring handcrafted furniture mady by Mennonites. Canada's largest charity quilt auction is Saturday at 8:30 am. Nearly 200 quilts will be auctioned. Scrumptious food, quilts, outdoor equipment, furniture, flowers, plants and much more are available for sale. Proceeds support the initiatives of Mennonite Central Committee world-wide.
May 24Join the City of Waterloo for the second annual Cruzin' on the Square. It is coming up on May 24 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. in the Waterloo Public Square.
This event will feature classic and specialty cars, vendors, activities and live entertainment by Another Blind Date. http://www.waterloo.ca/en/gettingactive/CruzinontheSquare.asp May 25
Mother-Daughter Book Club
For girls in Grades 4 – 6 & their moms. New members welcome! FREE Contact Christy at 519-743-0271 ext. 277 or christy.giesler@kpl.orgSat. May 25 at 11 am, Grand River Stanley Park Library, 175 Indian Rd, Kitchener
Sat, May 25 | 1 – 4 pm
Join the Waterloo Public Library and the Gallery at the McCormick Branch Library located at the McCormick Community Centre, 500 Parkside Drive, Waterloo, for family art-making and stories. May 25th, make an animal come to life using just pencil and paper, and explore the art of paper folding to create a beautiful origami bird. Contemporary Art 101 (Free)
The Elora Lions are holding their Spring Fireworks Fundraiser at the Grand River Raceway on County Road 21 in Elora. Local live entertainment for young children will be available. Admission is a minimum donation of $2 per person with proceeds of this year's event going to community and Lions projects. Gates open at 7pm. Fireworks being after sunset.
Crafts & stories – don’t miss out on the fun! Ages 5 – 12. FREE Fri. May 31, 2:30 – 4 pm, Grand River Stanley Park Library, 175 Indian Rd, Kitchener
Looking Ahead
June 1st
Tri Pride Festival
The tri-Pride Live Music Festival is
celebrating ONE HEART ONE COMMUNITY on Saturday June 1st from
12pm-8pm with three great live stages at the Kitchener Civic Square & King
Street in Kitchener!
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT KING STREET STAGE
PRESENTED BY PAUL CURZON
Enjoy the day with our biggest live
entertainment stage ever on King Street in front of Kitchener City Hall.
TD KIDZ ZONE PRESENTED BY TD CANADA
TRUST
Kids play all day for free! The TD
Kidz Zone will also be housed at the Clock Tower at Victoria Park. A
volunteer-supervised “kids-only” activity centre with plenty of fun things to do
for the tots! Featuring Tumble Bus!
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!
Afterwards, stop by one of our international food court vendors for a healthy and kid-friendly lunch with plenty of options for adults too! http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Kids_Hop.asp
KPL Kids’ Club
Free stories, crafts and fun (upper floor). All Ages. FREE Saturdays from 9 – 11 am, Kitchener Market, 300 King St East, Kitchener
Homework Help for French Immersion
Grades 1 – 6. No need to register – drop in. FREE Thursdays, 4:00 – 5:30 pm until May 16, Forest Heights Library, 251 Fischer-Hallman Rd, Kitchener
Subsidy and transportation are available upon request. All programs are FREE unless otherwise noted. YOU MUST PRE REGISTER. You can do so by calling 519-267-6444 or email
What is Dance Dance Party Party?
It's simple: No Boys. No Booze. No Judgment. (Legwarmers Optional)
Dance Dance Party Party is a women-only freestyle dance session happening all over this great Earth. But what does that mean? Women from all ages dance to an eclectic mix of dance songs, and leave as friends, refreshed. It's like reliving that late-night dance party from a sleep-over party you had when you were 10. It also just so happens to be incredible exercise that you don't even realize you're doing. Location: The Button Factory (25 Regina St. S, Waterloo) When: The 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month, 6:00pm-7:00pm Who: All folks who are female-identified. Children who want to participate and dance with us are also welcome. How much: Bring $5 to contribute to the space rental. Children are free. What to bring: Dancing shoes, comfy, cool clothes (you will break a sweat), a water bottle. Contact: Email ddppkw@gmail.com to join our mailing list or like us on Facebook.
New NOT FOR PROFIT Life With Baby
Many free and low cost events for parents with babies
Free Comic Book Day Locations In The Kitchener Waterloo Area
The first Saturday in May is FREE COMIC BOOK Day!
I have always been a fan of Free Comic Book Day! It is a great day to see what is buzzing in your community. When I first heard of Free Comic Book Day I thought it was a day that comic book stores got rid of old comic books that didn't sell. BOY WAS I WRONG!
What Is Free Comic Book Day?
Free Comic Book Day day when comic companies such as Marvel and DC Comics giveaway limited edition Comics made especially made for this yearly event.
Free Comic Book Day takes place at most comic book store and some retail book stores. This year's Official Kitchener Waterloo Area Free Comic Book Day retailers are
LOOKIN FOR HEROES 93 Ontario St S
Kitchener, ON, N2G1X5
(519) 570-0873
CARRY-ON COMICS & BOOKS
32 King Street North
Waterloo, ON, N2J2W8
(519) 886-4267
J & J
230 Weber Street North
Waterloo, ON, N2J3H4
(519) 725-0443
RETRO ROCKET COMICS AND TOYS
124 Bishop Street North
Unit 14
Cambridge, ON, N3H2K1
(519) 653-4460
THE DRAGON 55 Wyndham St N
Unit T-19B
Guelph, ON, N1H7T8
(519) 763-5544
ALTERNATE ICONS 257 Marlborough St Brantford, ON, N3S4T4
If you know of a local retailer participating in Free Comic Book Day that is not on this list make sure to leave it in the comment section of the post!
Make sure to come back after you did your Free Comic Book Day run and let us know which comics you received!
New Dundee Public School 2nd Annual Fun Fair and Silent Auction
1430 Bridge Street New Dundee, ON
519-696-2296
5 to 8 p.m.
A family of 4 can eat for $ 15
Proceeds will fund leadership programs, music, science and technological equipment to enhance students learning!
Keep the little ones entertained with live entertainment featuring a reptile show, carnival games and the game asylum.
Air Cadets will have a flight simulator on site.
5 % of profits will be donated to KW humane society.
You know we LOVE FREE COMIC BOOK DAY Happening May 4 2013 (also known as STAR WARS DAY) Learn more about Free Comic Book Day Here http://www.freecomicbookday.com/Home/1/1/27/206 This is a list of participating local comic book stores. Some local book stores are known to participate as well, so if you know of a place that is not listed please put the link in the comments 1
LOOKIN FOR HEROES
& then stay for the Cinco De Mayo Festivities
- Live performances
- Mariachi bands
- Mexican food
- Children's crafts
- Face painting
- Cooking classes
Music line-up:
10:30 - 11:15 a.m. Manuel Balcazar
11:25 - 12:25 a.m. Proyecto Altiplano
12:45 - 1:45 p.m. Los Mariachis de Noche
Waterloo Youth Council Event
Crafty Creations: A Drop-In Craft Workshop Saturday May 4th, from 12:00pm-3:00pm This event will take place just outside of Winners at Conestoga Mall.
A little bit about the event:
The City of Waterloo Youth Council invites you to join us for an afternoon of crafts! There will be 5 different crafts to choose from, a colouring station and special guest Robin Oakes! Robin Oakes is a local artist who will be creating caricatures of those who drop by. This is a free event, but donations are much appreciated, as they will benefit Kids Ability.
For more info email youthcouncil@waterloo.ca
Mother’s Day Tea
Bring your mom & join us for stories, crafts & a special
treat.Register online at kpl.org, 1 week before the program.
FREE Sat. May 4 at 10:30 am, Country Hills Library, 1500 Block Line Rd, Kitchener
May 5th
Waterloo Youth Council Event
2nd Annual Celebrate Our World: A Festival of Environmental Awareness Sunday May 5th, from 12:00pm-3:00pm @ Waterloo Public Square an afternoon of musical talent and various local environmental vendors. Ask them questions, check out their green products, and learn how you can help save our world. All donations will benefit Laurel Creek Conservation Centre.
There will be balloon animals, bubbles, a face painter and more - bring the whole family!For more info email youthcouncil@waterloo.ca
May 9
Book of the Month Club for Teens
Read a new book each month and talk about it. Ages 12 – 18. May’s book pick: Cinder by Marissa Meyer Register online at kpl.org or with the host library.
FREE Thurs. May 9 at 4 pm, Kitchener Market, 300 King St. East,
Kitchener May 10
Family Storytime
& Craft
Please bring
a nut-free snack. Register online at kpl.org, 1 week before the program.
FREE Fri. May 10, 10 am, Country Hills Library, 1500 Block Line Rd, Kitchener May 11
Bring your mom & join us for stories, crafts & a special
treat.Register online at kpl.org, 1 week before the program.
FREE Sat. May 11 at 10:30 am, Forest Heights Library, 251 Fischer-Hallman
Rd, Kitchener Sat. May 11 at 10:30 am, Grand River Stanley Park Library, 175 Indian
Rd, Kitchener
May 12
The Art Studio
Mother's Day Tea Party
Sunday,
May 12, 2013
1:00-3:00
& 3:30-5:00
$20/adult,
$15/child
Includes
refreshments & studio time.Ceramics
are priced individually. Reserve
early do avoid disappointments.
Tea
Party Menu
English
Tea Pink
Delicious Cupcakes Chocolate
Dipped Strawberries Esta
Chocolate Truffles
Bring a pencil, notebook and your imagination!Register online at kpl.org, 1 week before the program.
FREE Sat. May 18 at 2:30 pm, Country Hills Library, 1500 Block Line Rd,
Kitchener
Bedtime Tales
Wear your pajamas to this storytime! All
Ages. FREE Tues. May 14 at 7:15 pm, Country Hills Library, 1500 Block Line Rd,
Kitchener
We have lots of fun activities happening throughout the day including:
• Foodlink’s Buy Local, Buy Fresh 2013 map kick-off
• 11:30 a.m. - Run For Life speaks on their upcoming family-friendly races
• 2 p.m. - Meet and greet with Canadian boxing champion, Fitz The Whip Vanderpool
• Sportco activity table
• Activity table with Rogers Daytime healthy lifestyle blogger, Erica Kloetstra
• Try Dance Dance Revolution with The Game Asylum
• Planting with Eco Eats
• Learn about the Nutrition For Learning Program in schools
• Meet Jane from Fresh Endeavours and Meaghan from GoGirlfriend and learn about their Farm Tour Vlogs
• Try out Run For Life’s spin bike
• Play with Foodlink’s Farm in a Box
• And may more fun activities!
May22
Family Storytime & Craft
Please bring a nut-free snack. Register online at kpl.org, 1 week before the program. FREE Wed. May 22, 10 am, Grand River Stanley Park Library, 175 Indian Rd,
Kitchener
May 23 Babytime – Stories & Swap Storytime and swap! Bring baby clothes, toys or books you no longer
need. Ages 0 – 23
months. Register online at kpl.org FREE Thurs. May 23 at 10 am, Forest Heights Library, 251 Fischer-Hallman Rd, Kitchener
May 25
Mother-Daughter Book Club
For girls in Grades 4 – 6 & their moms. New
members welcome! FREE Contact Christy at 519-743-0271 ext. 277 or
christy.giesler@kpl.orgSat. May 25 at 11 am, Grand River Stanley Park Library, 175 Indian
Rd, Kitchener
May 31
PA Day Drop In
Crafts & stories – don’t miss out on the fun! Ages 5 – 12.
FREE Fri. May 31, 2:30 – 4 pm, Grand River Stanley Park Library, 175 Indian Rd, Kitchener
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Ongoing Events
Kids’ Hop @ Kitchener Market
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!
Afterwards, stop by one of our international food court vendors for a healthy and kid-friendly lunch with plenty of options for adults too! http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Kids_Hop.asp
KPL Kids’ Club
Free stories, crafts and fun (upper floor). All Ages.
FREE Saturdays from 9 – 11 am, Kitchener Market, 300 King St East, Kitchener
Homework Help for French Immersion
Grades 1 – 6.
No need to register – drop in. FREE Thursdays, 4:00 –
5:30 pm until May 16, Forest Heights Library, 251 Fischer-Hallman Rd, Kitchener
Subsidy and transportation are available upon request. All programs are FREE unless otherwise noted. YOU MUST PRE REGISTER. You can do so by calling 519-267-6444 or email
What is Dance Dance Party Party?
It's simple: No Boys. No Booze. No Judgment. (Legwarmers Optional)
Dance Dance Party Party is a women-only freestyle dance session happening all over this great Earth. But what does that mean? Women from all ages dance to an eclectic mix of dance songs, and leave as friends, refreshed. It's like reliving that late-night dance party from a sleep-over party you had when you were 10. It also just so happens to be incredible exercise that you don't even realize you're doing. Location: The Button Factory (25 Regina St. S, Waterloo) When: The 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month, 6:00pm-7:00pm Who: All folks who are female-identified. Children who want to participate and dance with us are also welcome. How much: Bring $5 to contribute to the space rental. Children are free. What to bring: Dancing shoes, comfy, cool clothes (you will break a sweat), a water bottle. Contact: Email ddppkw@gmail.com to join our mailing list or like us on Facebook.
New NOT FOR PROFIT Life With Baby
Many free and low cost events for parents with babies
Walt Disney Pictures has some new trailers for upcoming films! Make sure to check them out and let us know in the comments which you are most excited to see
We'll also have Monsters University and Iron Man 3 info in upcoming posts!
As always if I missed a great FREE or LOW COST event be sure to post it in the comments!
Keep Smiling!
Lisa
Did you know that Mother's Day is fast approaching?
The Kitchener Market is once again holding their TEA FOR MOM event!
This year, let the Kitchener Market help you thank your mother for all she does with a relaxing tea party. The royal treatment for mom includes a cupcake from Delicately Yours and, of course, tea. Kids can show their appreciation for their moms by decorating clay pots while enjoying their own cookie and drink.
Cost: $5 per ticket or $15 for family of 4
You MUST pre-register for this event as it sold out last year.
Just email
I hope it's here to stay! Here are a few more ideas that might brighten your day!
PD DAY Kitchener Waterloo and Area BLAST!!!!!
PD DAY Programs & Activities
Friday April 19 2013
There is lots to do for the PD Day in Kitchener Waterloo. Make sure to contact the program providers listed below to ensure they have room for your child and to find out about any costs or enrollment requirements.
New Dundee Public School 2nd Annual Fun Fair and Silent Auction
1430 Bridge Street New Dundee, ON
519-696-2296
5 to 8 p.m.
A family of 4 can eat for $ 15
Proceeds will fund leadership programs, music, science and technological equipment to enhance students learning!
Keep the little ones entertained with live entertainment featuring a reptile show, carnival games and the game asylum.
Air Cadets will have a flight simulator on site.
5 % of profits will be donated to KW humane society.
You know we LOVE FREE COMIC BOOK DAY Happening May 4 2013 (also known as STAR WARS DAY) Learn more about Free Comic Book Day Here http://www.freecomicbookday.com/Home/1/1/27/206 This is a list of participating local comic book stores. Some local book stores are known to participate as well, so if you know of a place that is not listed please put the link in the comments 1
LOOKIN FOR HEROES
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!
Afterwards, stop by one of our international food court vendors for a healthy and kid-friendly lunch with plenty of options for adults too! http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Kids_Hop.asp
What is Dance Dance Party Party?
It's simple: No Boys. No Booze. No Judgment. (Legwarmers Optional)
Dance Dance Party Party is a women-only freestyle dance session happening all over this great Earth. But what does that mean? Women from all ages dance to an eclectic mix of dance songs, and leave as friends, refreshed. It's like reliving that late-night dance party from a sleep-over party you had when you were 10. It also just so happens to be incredible exercise that you don't even realize you're doing. Location: The Button Factory (25 Regina St. S, Waterloo) When: The 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month, 6:00pm-7:00pm Who: All folks who are female-identified. Children who want to participate and dance with us are also welcome. How much: Bring $5 to contribute to the space rental. Children are free. What to bring: Dancing shoes, comfy, cool clothes (you will break a sweat), a water bottle. Contact: Email ddppkw@gmail.com to join our mailing list or like us on Facebook.
As always if I missed a great FREE or LOW COST event be sure to post it in the comments!
Keep Smiling!
Lisa
