Friday, January 27, 2012

#KWPolar, #PMnight, Family Day & Giveaways

Before the Blast I thought everyone should know this.
MILK RECALL!!!!! http://www.ctv.ca/CTVNews/TopStories/20120127/saputo-milk-recall-cleaning-solution-120127/
Please check your fridge for Tru-Taste Milk with the code listed on that link.

This Saturday is #KW Polar plunge (Jan 28)  is happening at 9am at Waterloo Square
All money raised goes to benefit KidsAbility. We're going to have free hot chocolate, an all
female acapella group, the AcaBellas from the university of Waterloo perform as well as a DJ.

Family friendly, so bring the kids. To donate or find out more information, they can visit www.kwpolar.com

Sunday Jan 29th Family Literacy Day at Conestoga Mall 11am-3pm
http://www.conestogamall.com/CMS/MediaFree/file/FLD2012pdf.pdf

On Feb 4, 2012 Kitchener Minor Hockey will host the 1st ever 24 Hr hockeyfor Health benefitting the Grand River regional cancer centre & st mary`s Cardiac centre.

The event will begin at noon and run for 24 hrs..it will include food, raffles, silent auctions, gaames prizesand so much more.
We will also be having a defibrillator training course and awareness sessions during the course of the event to educate the public.
info online at http://www.kitchenerminorhockey.ca/
Just found out that my son is participating so if anyone is looking to DONATE please send me a message Facebook.com/lisamcdonald122

Fun Stuff

Like Giveaways? Try Your luck here http://www.bassgiraffe.com/giveaways
There's always something for everyone!

I know I'm always running to Staples for items for my son's school projects so I thought this 10% coupon may help http://cdn.redflagdeals.com/redflagdeals/coupons/20120119/staplesredflags_en.jpg
It's valid on Jan 27th & Jan 28th

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

Looking Ahead
PARENTS NIGHT OUT *** 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
(19+ event)
& you know if we're involved it's going to be a blast! Get your tickets quick for #PMnight
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.

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 me to register 741-2297.

Thursday, January 19, 2012

PA DAY, PD DAY, Lunar Celebration, #KWPolar & Fun Activities For KW Families

Waterloo Region Museum (DOON)

Friday Jan 20 2012, 9:30am-5pm
Location:Waterloo Region Museum
Address:10 Huron Rd
Phone:519-748-1914
URL: http://www.waterlooregionmuseum.com/

Explore the exhibits in the Waterloo Region Museum, as schools in Waterloo Region are closed today. Hands-on historical games and activities. Note Doon Heritage Village is closed. Regular admission rates apply.

PA Day in Waterloo


Friday Jan 20 2012, 8am-10pm
Location:Waterloo Facilities
Address:Waterloo
Phone:519-886-1177

URL: http://www.waterloo.ca/padays
Get in on the fun! Regular admission rates apply.
City of Waterloo Museum at Conestoga Mall
Current Exhibition: "ARTifact[ory]"
9:30am-4:00pm. Free admission.
Time Out for Tots, Bechtel Park, 9:30-11:30am. Ages 6 mos to 6 years.
Free skating at neighbourhood outdoor rinks. View locations and schedule. Weather Permitting.
Public Skating, Rink in the Square, 10am-10pm
Parent & Child Skate, RIM Park, 1:30-2:50pm
Public Skate, RIM Park, 1-3 pm
Parent & Child Shinny, WMRC, 1:30-2:50pm
Public Skate, WMRC, 4-4:50pm
Public Swim at the Swimplex, 1-3 pm
Family Swim at the Swimplex, 7:05-8 pm.
Public Swim at the Swimplex, 8-9:30 pm.
Youth Basketball, RIM Park, 7-9:20pm
Full schedule and details at www.waterloo.ca/padays


Lunar New Year
Saturday, January 21, 2012 | 9am – 2pm
Location: Kitchener Market
300 King Street, East
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300 King Street, East
Kitchener, ON

Summary: FREE family event! Celebrate the Lunar New Year at the Kitchener Market. Come watch traditional dances, music and demonstrations inspired by this Asian holiday. Get your face painted and make a craft the whole family can enjoy. Make sure to stop by and watch the Lion Dance! Chinese cooking demonstrations in the Marketplace between 9 and 11am.
Phone number: 519-741-2547
Website: http://www.downtownlive.ca/

SOJHL All-Star Day

Saturday, January 21, 2012
12:30pm
Location: North Dumfries Community Complex
2958 Greenfield Road
Ayr,
Summary: SOJHL All-Star Day with the Prospects Games at 12:30pm and followed by the All-Star Game at 3pm.

Looking Ahead
KW Polar Plunge Jan 28th from 9am-10am at Waterloo Square
Join in or come & cheer them on!
http://kwpolar.com/

On Feb 4, 2012 Kitchener Minor Hockey will host the 1st ever 24 Hr hockeyfor Health benefitting the Grand River regional cancer centre & st mary`s Cardiac centre.

The event will begin at noon and run for 24 hrs..it will include food, raffles, silent auctions, gaames prizesand so much more.
We will also be having a defibrillator training course and awareness sessions during the course of the event to educate the public.
info online at http://www.kitchenerminorhockey.ca/


Fun Stuff

I know I'm always running to Staples for items for my son's school projects so I thought this 10% coupon may help  http://cdn.redflagdeals.com/redflagdeals/coupons/20120119/staplesredflags_en.jpg
It's valid on Jan 27th & Jan 28th

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

We're still looking for March Break Camps, so if you know of one, please leave it in the comments!

Keep Smiling!
Lisa

Friday, January 13, 2012

Food Drive, Beauty and the Beast in 3D, Fun Stuff For Famlies

Saturday
REMEMBER TOMORROW (January 14th) is the Meetup at Granite Transformations for The Food Bank of Waterloo Region.  There will be coffee, snacks, contest and a ** CHILD CARE AREA** come meet other great members of this group at 11:30am at 1486 Victoria St N. Kitchener  (Near Lackner/Bingeman's Centre Dr).  Help fill the cupboards for the Food Bank https://www.facebook.com/events/276766995717283/

Sunday
Sunday, January 15, 2012 | 10am – 4pm
Location: Paris Fairgrounds
Silver Street
Paris, ON
Cost:General $4,WOD-NMRA member $3, children under 10 free

Monday
Kitchener Rangers vs IcePirate/IceHounds
@ The Aud starting at 6pm http://kitchenerrangers.com/article/5th-annual-rangers-vs-cambridge-ice-hounds-and-kitchener-ice-pirates-benefit-game
Free to attend, donations accepted at the door

Looking Ahead

Saturday, January 21, 2012 | 9am – 2pm
Location: Kitchener Market
300 King Street, East
Kitchener, ON
Summary:FREE family event! Celebrate the Lunar New Year at the Kitchener Market. Come watch traditional dances, music and demonstrations inspired by this Asian holiday. Get your face painted and make a craft the whole family can enjoy. Make sure to stop by and watch the Lion Dance! Chinese cooking demonstrations in the Marketplace between 9 and 11am.
Phone number:519-741-2547
Website:www.downtownlive.ca

FUN STUFF

Well this might not be so fun, but if you have kiddies in diapers this might be a great deal for you Pampers & a gift card  http://www.wagjag.com/?w=58046&wid=2c7dcef4ea90b05c642db06b3c128dfc

Earlier this month we attended the BEAUTY AND THE BEAST in 3D with the winners from our contest
I had only saw it on VCR before that, so seeing it on the Big Screen in  3D was amazing!  The opening sequence where the story is told of how the Prince came to be the Beast was done so beautifully you felt like you were in a story book.  If you're able to see it in the theatre you get an exta treat from Disney Pixar.  Tangled Ever After is a new Disney Short film, also show in 3D and the effects are amazing! Here's a sneak peak

So go grap those Food Bank Donations & look forward to seeing you!
https://www.facebook.com/events/276766995717283/
Keep Smiling!
Lisa

Friday, January 6, 2012

Dear Photograph's Local Connection and Events for Families in Kitchener Waterloo Ontario

Yay we're over the 100 fan mark on our newest page
https://www.facebook.com/TaylorJones4ParadeMarshall
Want to know why www.DearPhotgraph.com  is so popular? Watch tonight's CTV NATIONAL NEWS! ow.ly/8kY66
Taylor deserves the recognition of his community and that's why we're giving it our all to have him as our 2012 Parade Marshall!
You can help! Just join our fan page for it. Let us know what you like most about Dear Photograph!

There's still a few FREE TIM HORTON'S SKATE TIMES on Saturday & Sunday this week http://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.com/2011/12/tim-hortons-free-skate-info-for.html
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Saturday

Guelph New Year's Levee
Saturday, January 7
1-4 p.m.
City Hall and Market Square, 1 Carden Street Guelph
Join us for free family-friendly fun!
  • children's crafts and activities
  • performances by Guelph’s own
Funky Mamas at 2 p.m. and 3 p.m.
  • face painting
  • skating on the new outdoor rink in front of City Hall
  • free hot chocolate and cookies


Twelfth Night- Cambridge
An Ancient Midwinter Celebration
Saturday, January 7th, 2012
Festive treats, live music, mummers, and pub carols.
Tickets $15 available at the door, or available for purchase at City Hall, Cambridge Centre for the Arts, Allan Reuter Centre, David Durward Centre, WG Johnson Centre and John Dolson Centre.
Event details http://www.cambridge.ca/relatedDocs/Twelfth%20Night.pdf
8pm
Location: United Kingdom Club, 35 International Blvd., Cambridge
Contact: Please contact www.millracefolksociety.com

Waterloo Region Museum (Doon Heritage Crossroads)
Go to the link & skip to page 6 for events on Saturday & Sunday
http://waterlooregionmuseum.com/media/26061/gallery%20schedule.pdf
Admission: $10 Adults, $8 Seniors/Students, $5 Children, Children four and under free, all admissions plus HST.
Please note that Doon Heritage Village is closed for the season.

Sunday

2012 Waterloo New Year's Levee
Sunday, January 8, 2012 | 11:30am – 2pm
Location:
RIM Park
2001 University Avenue, East
Waterloo, ON
Summary:
Don't miss Mayor Brenda Halloran and council's annual New Year's Levee! There's fun for the entire family, with free food and refreshments, while quantities last. Skating, children's activities, live music and entertainment.

Then from there you can head down to Kitchener City Hall

KITCHENER – Pack up your skates and join Mayor Carl Zehr and city council for the 2012 New Year’s Levee this Sunday, Jan. 8, from 2 to 4 p.m., at city hall.
This free event is an annual ritual to mark the start of another year, exchange New Year’s greetings with friends and neighbours, and with council, in anticipation of good news for the year ahead.
Take a spin around the rink on Civic Square, and then warm up inside the rotunda, where the Kitchener Musical Society Band will perform. There will also be a special performance by members of the Grand Philharmonic Children’s Choir.
Refreshments are donated each year by Bingemans.
What: 2012 New Year’s Levee
Date: Sunday, Jan. 8, 2012
Time: 2 to 4 p.m.
Location: Kitchener City Hall, 200 King St. W.

Hope you have some fun before school starts on Monday!

Keep Smiling!
Lisa