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December'08 Activities, Events & Programs At a Glance
Please visit the kwkids.com event & program calendar to view all events by the hour!
Christmas Fantasy
What?
See a spectacular display of festive lights that adorn Victoria Park buildings, trees and bridges.
When? Lights will turned on nightly from dusk to midnight until January 2, 2009.
Where? Victoria Park, Downtown Kitchener
Website: www.kitchener.ca
Holiday Train
When? Tuesday, December 2 at 5pm
What?
Thousands of lights make the Holiday Train a magical experience for all who see it. Enjoy live entertainment and support the Cambridge Self Help Food Bank.
Where? Malcolm St. Station, across from GCI, Cambridge
Website: www8.cpr.ca
Christkindl Market
When? Thursday, December 4 to Sunday, December 7
What?
Christkindl Market is part of a tradition in Germany that dates back through the centuries. It is a festival of German Christmas with entertainment, food and shopping. For full details, please visit their website.
How much? FREE ADMISSION
Where? Kitchener City Hall, 200 King Street West, Kitchener
Website: www.christkindl.ca
Contact Info: Please call 519-741-2387 or email info@christkindlcanada.com.
A Hogwarts Christmas: an evening of feasting, festivities, frivolity & fun!
When? Thursday, December 4 to Sunday, December 7
What?
Join us for an exciting evening of Traditional British "cuisine", music, storytelling, and magic! Tickets may be purchased for seating at Gryffindor, Ravenclaw, Hufflepuff or Slytherin - ensure seating at your favourite house by buying tickets EARLY! A Sorting Hat Ceremony will take place before dinner and children between the ages of 8 and 12 are welcome to participate. Parents: ask about the Sorting Hat when you buy your tickets! Door Prizes will be awarded throughout the evening. The Ministry of Magic *strongly encourages* people to dress in appropriate witch and wizard garb. Menu: The house-elves shall be bringing out platters of the following: - Turkey with stuffing, gravy and cranberry sauce. - Roasted potatoes - Glazed carrots - Yorkshire pudding - Savoury leek, mushroom and roasted garlic strudel - various puddings and butterbeer. (Ages 7 +)
How much? Family (2 adults, 2 kids under 18) $150 includes 4 meals and 1 copy of "Tales of Beedle the Bard"
Where? New Hamburg Community Centre, 251 Jacob Street, New Hamburg
Website: www.uppercasebooks.ca
Contact Info: Please call 519-662-3535 or email Kristen (info@uppercasebooks.ca) if you have any questions. She solemnly swears she's up to no good.
Christmas Pageant
When? Friday, December 5 to Sunday, December 7. 4 shows nightly at 6pm, 7pm, 8pm and 9pm.
What?
Follow the Star to Bethlehem... Beautifully choreographed to music and narration, it's a wonderful experience for the entire family! The Pageant features live animals, a cast of 125 & elaborate costumes. Presented outside in the Church Parking Lot. Parking nearby. Dress accordingly. Bleacher seating. Refreshments to follow.
How much? FREE ADMISSION
Where? Bethany Evangelical Missionary Church, 160 Lancaster St. E., Kitchener
Website: www.bethany.on.ca
Contact Info: Please call 519-745-0151 or email bethany@on.aibn.com.
Weekend Santa Trains
When? Santa will be on board Saturdays and Sundays at departing Waterloo at 2:00pm starting Saturday, November 29 and ending Sunday, December 21.
What?
The Waterloo Central Railway is supporting the Knights of Columbus Toy Drive again this year. Passengers who bring in a new toy will receive a free child's ticket. Last year over 600 toys were collected and the railway is hoping to surpass that number this year. The Waterloo Central Railway is hosting Santa once again this year. Train trips last approximately two hours. On Saturdays, passengers have the option of boarding an earlier train to spend some time in St. Jacobs and returning with Santa at 3:00pm from St. Jacobs. On Sundays, the train will not stop in St. Jacobs. Toys may be dropped off at the Waterloo Station at 10 Father David Bauer Drive, Waterloo from Tuesday to Saturday from 9am to 4pm, or on Sundays from 12pm to 4pm. (PLEASE DRESS WARMLY - THE TRAINS ARE NOT HEATED.)
Where? Departs from the Waterloo Station, 10 Father David Bauer Drive, Waterloo
Website: www.steam-train.org
Contact Info: Please call 519-885-2297 or email waterloocentralrailway@steam-train.org.
Children's Christmas Activities
When? The Christmas Activities will be available begining November 15&16 and run every weekend 10am-4pm until the weekend of December 13 &14, 2008.
What?
Paint a Glass Ball Ornament: $4. Make a Gingerbread Man: $4.
Where? Springridge Farm, 7256 Bell School Line, Milton
Website: www.springridgefarm.com
Contact Info: For more information please call 905-878-4908.
Paying a Call: Yuletide Evening Tour
When? Thursdays, December 4 & 11 from 6:30 to 9 pm
What?
During the Victorian era, paying calls was a popular custom. Paying a call meant to visit someone in their home. We at Castle Kilbride invite you to tour the fully decorated Castle, sip on warm apple cider and enjoy live entertainment! Twin City Harmonizers will be performing four-part a cappella harmony in the barbershop style with a variey of "good old songs.
How Much? $5 per person or $20 per family
Where? Castle Kilbride, 60 Snyder's Road West, Baden
Website: www.castlekilbride.ca
Contact Info: Please call 519.634.8444 ext. 256, 259, or 266 or email castle.kilbride@wilmot.ca.
Beverly Hills Chihuahua's Fiesta
When? Friday, December 5 from 11 - 11:45am
What?
Spoil yourself this PD Day by living the pampered Bevely Hills Chihuahua dream adventure. Travel to imaginary Mexico for a fiesta full of dancing, singing and barking. All ages are welcome. Children under 3 must be accompanied by an adult.
How much? FREE (Pick up ticket immediately preceding the program: first come, first served.)
Where? Clemens Mill Library, 50 Saginaw Parkway, Cambridge
Website: www.cambridgelibraries.ca
Contact Info: For more information please call 519-740-6294.
Youth CPR
When? Saturday, December 6 or Sunday, December 7 from 8:30am to 12:30pm
What?
Presented by MyKids2 in association with St. John Ambulance. The kids will learn the principles of emergency scene management; the legal implications of giving first aid; how to be safe when doing first aid; how to identify and provide first aid for choking; and cardiopulmonary resuscitation. (Ages 11 +)
How much? $30/student
Where? St. John Ambulance Office, 250 Gage Street, Kitchener
Contact Info: For more information please call 519-896-3235 or email mykids2@sympatico.ca.
Making Art Together
When? Saturday, December 6 from 10:30 to 11:30am
What?
Inspire your child's curiosity and creativity while rediscovering your own by making art together. Workshops support the artistic development of young learners through art projects that children and adults can do together. (Children ages 3 - 5 + adult)
How much? Adult and child: $10/session (additional child or adult: $5)
Where? Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery, 101 Queen Street North, Kitchener
Website: www.kwag.on.ca
Contact Info: Please call 519-579-5860 or email mail@kwag.on.ca.
Festive Family Day
When? Saturday, December 6 from 1 to 4:30pm
What?
Guests for the afternoon include the Guelph Youth Singers - Chamber Choir accompanied by Ken Gee who will perform at 1:30, followed by local storyteller Brad Woods, and Santa will make a special appearance at 3 p.m. Staff and volunteers have been busy decorating, creating crafts and developing activities for our annual family holiday event. Activities include an interactive display featuring gift givers from around the world and Guelph's Santa Claus parades. Throughout the afternoon, visitors can also explore the Museum, help decorate our Christmas tree, write a letter to Santa, and participate in the many hands-on activities found all over the Museum. What a great way to spend a Saturday afternoon with family and friends!
How much? Adults- $4.00, Seniors, Students and Children - $3.00, Families $10.00, Guelph Museum Members free.
Where? Guelph Civic Museum, 6 Dublin Street South, Guelph
Website: guelpharts.ca/guelphmuseums/
Contact Info: Please call 519-836-1221 or email museum@guelph.ca.
Candyland
When? Saturday, December 6, noon - 5pm. December 7 - 14 (Weekends noon-8pm, weekdays 4-8pm.)
What?
Carousel rides, jumbo candy kebobs, live entertainment, donut bumpers, ice building blocks, gingerbread houses, sweet treats and Santa and Mrs. Claus!
Where? Central Park, 615 King St. E., Preston Towne Centre, Cambridge
Website: www.cambridge.ca
A Visit With St. Nicholas
When? December 6, 7, 13 or 14 at 9:30am, 11am or 1pm
What?
Families are invited to a Visit with St. Nicholas. Enjoy a hot pancake breakfast, followed by a baked gingerbread man to decorate for dessert. Hop aboard a horse drawn wagon for a beautiful winter ride around the Village and visit a selection of buildings preparing for Christmas. Of course the day wouldn’t be complete without the visit from St. Nicholas himself, who drops by to visit with each child.
How much? Families are invited to a Visit with St. Nicholas. Enjoy a hot pancake breakfast, followed by a baked gingerbread man to decorate for dessert. Hop aboard a horse drawn wagon for a beautiful winter ride around the Village and visit a selection of buildings preparing for Christmas. Of course the day wouldn’t be complete without the visit from St. Nicholas himself, who drops by to visit with each child.
Where? Fanshawe Pioneer Village, 2609 Fanshawe Park Rd. E. , London (~ 1 hr 30 min. drive from KW)
Website: www.fanshawepioneervillage.ca
Contact Info: For more information please call 519-457-1296 or email info@fanshawepioneervillage.ca.
Country Christmas
When? December 7, 14, 21, 22, 23 from 1 - 4pm
What?
Enjoy a Christmas in the country from the last turn of the century. Let the little ones meet Father Christmas, sing along with the Christmas carols and enjoy the sites and sounds of a Christmas past.
Where? Doon Heritage Crossroads, 10 Huron Road, Kitchener
Website: www.region.waterloo.on.ca/doon
Contact Info: Please call 519-748-1914 or email rtom@region.waterloo.on.ca.
Family Sunday
When? Sunday, December 7 from 2 to 5pm
What?
Each Sunday features new and inspiring activities for the whole family. Discover exhibitions through interactive activities, create imaginative artwork, listen to a story, and participate in drama games. (Suitable for children ages 4 to 12 accompanied by an adult)
How Much? Free
Where? Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery, 101 Queen Street North, Kitchener
Website: www.kwag.on.ca
Contact Info: Please call 519-579-5860 or email mail@kwag.on.ca.
Birds at your Feeder
When? Sunday, December 7 from 2 to 4pm
What?
Spend an afternoon devoted to our feathery friends. We will go on a short hike to the ‘chickadee tree’, and feed these little puff balls from our hands. Afterwards we will make a special treat for the birds at your feeder.
How Much? $5/person
Where? Guelph Lake Nature Centre, 7743 Conservation Dr., RR 4, Guelph
Website: www.grandriver.ca
Contact Info: Please call 519-836-7860 or email guelphlakenc@grandriver.ca.
Sparkles in the Park
When? December 13 to 31, 2008. Nightly from 5:30 to 9:30pm.
What?
Enjoy festive light displays, free carousel rides nightly. The Grand opening is Dec 20th where Santa and friends will be present. Join us for our Family New Year's Eve Party December 31 at 7pm!
Where? Riverside Park, 685 Woolwich St., Guelph
Contact Info: Please call 519-836-7702 or email amy@falcongroup.ca.
Play with Clay
When? December 14 (Session #1: 1pm-2:15pm; Session #2: 2:30pm-4pm)
What?
A great way to spend Sunday afternoon for all ages. Work with our instructors to create a unique work of art in clay. Space is limited, first-come; first-served. No group reservations.
How much? $5/participant
Where? Canadian Clay & Glass Gallery, 25 Caroline St. N., Waterloo
Website: www.canadianclayandglass.ca
Contact Info: Call 519-746-1882 or email info@canadianclayandglass.ca.
A Night in Bethlehem
When? Sunday, December 16 - 20 from 7 to 9pm
What?
A Night in Bethlehem is a family-friendly event where you can experience what it was like in Bethlehem when Jesus was born. A guide will take you on an outdoor journey to Bethlehem where you will hear the story of the Saviour's birth from the different perspectives of those who were there. You may be surprised along the way, and you may even run across a few animals roaming around! Have your picture taken with a Roman Centurion or a Palestine government official, walk and talk with a citizen of Nazareth, hear King Herod's response to the news, meet with a Roman tax collector, see shepherds in action, and bring home a souvenir from Bethlehem. Over 150 cast and crew are set to make your journeys memorable. Light refreshments will be available at the end of your journey. We encourage you to dress for the weather so that you'll be comfortable throughout the journey.
How Much? Free
Where? The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1250 Strasburg Road, Kitchener
Website: www.anightinbethlehem.ca
Contact Info: Please call 519-579-8663 or email anightinbethlehem@hotmail.com.
Christmas Party
When? Friday, December 19th from 4:30 - 7pm
What?
Come out and celebrate Christmas at Busy Bees! Enjoy a winter craft, indoor play, slice of pizza and drink. Each child receives a present!
How much? $15 per child. Pre register to ensure a spot at our party!
Where? Busy Bees Playground, 2900 King Street East, Unit 2, Kitchener
Website: www.busybeesplay.ca
Contact Info: For more information please call 519-896-PLAY or email michele@busybeesplay.ca.
Hans Brinker, or the Silver Skates
When? December 18 & 19 at 8pm; December 20 at 2 and 8pm
What?
Grinder Productions is pleased to present the stage adaptation of the Dutch children's classic by Mary Maples Dodge.
How much? $15 single ticket; $5 student/child. Tickets are available by calling the Fergus Grand Theatre box office at 519-787-1981.
Where? Fergus Grand Theatre, 244 St. Andrew St. W., Fergus
Website: www.grinderproductions.org
Contact Info: For more information please email grinder@grinderproductions.org.
Christmas Baking for Santa
When? Friday, December 19th from 10:30-11:15am, or Saturday, December 20th from 10:30-11:15am
What?
Christmas Baking for Santa. Come out and bake some Christmas Cookies for Santa!
How much? Cost is $15 per child including indoor play. Pre register to ensure a spot in the class!
Where? Busy Bees Playground, 2900 King Street East, Unit 2, Kitchener
Website: www.busybeesplay.ca
Contact Info: For more information please call 519-896-PLAY or email michele@busybeesplay.ca.
Shepherds' Play
When? Friday, December 19 at 7:00 pm & Saturday, December 20 at 2:00 pm
What?
Share in the magic of a 17th century interpretation of the nativity story, presented in the barn at Fourfold Farm. Dress warmly, and bring blankets or sleeping bags to keep your family toasty on the hay-bale risers. Hot apple cider and cookies will be served after the play.
How much? Pay what you can admission. Generosity is celebrated!
Where? Fourfold Farm Barn, 7682 4th Nichol Line, between Highway 6 (just south of Fergus) and County Road 7 (just south of Elora)
Website: www.trilliumwaldorfschool.com
Contact Info: Please call 519-821-5140 or email info@trilliumwaldorfschool.com for more information.
YULETIDE SPECTACULAR matinee
When? Saturday, December 20 at 2:30 pm
What?
The MOST wonderful concert of the season with the Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony, local choirs, bell choir, dancers, sing-alongs and a special appearance by Santa himself!
How much? $15
Where? Centre In The Square, 101 Queen St. N., Kitchener
Website: www.centre-square.com
Contact Info: Please call 519-578-1570 or email boxoffice@centre-square.com for more information.
Bring Your Child Session at SupperWorks!
When? Saturday, December 20 at 10:30am
What?
Bring the little ones out to experience the fun in our kitchen! At our 'Bring Your Child' Sessions, the kids are by your side helping to scoop, mix and assemble your meals. Enjoy coffee, juice and nut-free treats while you prepare your meals together. The parents say their kids just love eating the dishes they made themselves here at SupperWorks. It will take a about an hour to make 6 full sized meals. Each meal serves 4-6 people, and can be split into 12 meals that serve 2-3 people. Bring home 6 full sized meals for $168.
Where? SupperWorks, 283 Northfield Dr. E., Waterloo
Website: www.SupperWorks.com
Contact Info: Please call 519-568-5630 or email waterloo@supperworks.com for more information.
Winter Solstice Celebration
When? Saturday, December 20 from 7 to 9pm
What?
Join us on the shortest night of the year for some winter fun. We will go for an evening hike, sit around the campfire and do some stargazing if weather permits. Bring a mug for hot chocolate.
How Much? $5/person
Where? Guelph Lake Nature Centre, 7743 Conservation Dr., RR 4, Guelph
Website: www.grandriver.ca
Contact Info: Please call 519-836-7860 or email guelphlakenc@grandriver.ca.
Franklin's Family Christmas Concert
When? Sunday, December 21 at 1 and 4pm
What?
Christmas is here, but Franklin is having trouble finding his Christmas spirit. "Where are all the presents?" he wonders. So Franklin's woodland friends decide to help him out by planning a party! Beaver takes care of entertainment while Bear cooks the food, sampling everything he makes. Fox gathers Christmas decorations for the perfect Christmas tree that Franklin must find all by himself! Join Franklin and friends as they get into magical adventures with a dancing snowman, a wacky gingerbread cookie, and a trio of playful elves. Celebrate the holiday season with lots of audience participation, singing, dancing and the jolliest Christmas spirit ever!
How much? Tickets $25
Where? Centre In The Square, 101 Queen St. N., Kitchener
Website: www.centre-square.com
Contact Info: For tickets please call 519-578-1570 or email boxoffice@centre-square.com.
Saving Luna (Documentary)
When? December 26 - 31, 2008
What?
***Director Suzanne Chisholm will be in attendance to introduce all screenings on our opening weekend. She will follow the film with a Q&A period as well. Don't miss this great opportunity to learn more about this fascinating story!*** Though orcas (or killer whales) spend their lives traveling in groups, various instances have arisen over time in which an orca calf becomes accidentally estranged from its familial clan (or 'pod'). One such case transpired in 2001, with a baby orca christened Luna wound up lost in the depths of Nootka Sound. Suffering from intense loneliness, he sought out and cultivated friendships with humans as quasi-familial substitutes - providing locals with a rare and magical opportunity to connect with a wild beast amid the icy tundra of the Arctic regions. In time, however, trouble erupted: no one could agree on how to respond to the presence of this creature. Fisherman regarded Luna as an annoyance, environmentalists rushed to his aid, and politicos felt that the presence of the whale presented a grave danger on many levels. Documentarists Suzanne Chisholm and Michael Parfit, however, felt transfixed by the creature and created this loving, eponymously-titled documentary portrait of Luna as the very fact of his existence escalated into a global news story and many strove to find a way to save him. (Canada 2008, 92 minutes)
How much? Member $7; Non-members $10; Under 14/Over 65 $6
Where? Princess Cinema, 6 Princess St. W., Waterloo
Website: www.princesscinemas.com
Contact Info: For more information please email suzanne@mountainsidefilms.com.
Indoor Holiday Fun Camp
When? December 22, 23, 24, 29, 30 & 31 from 9:15 to 11:45am
What?
Each day consists of rotation between 3 activity rooms (singing/playing games, baking, arts or crafts, and free play to burn of Holiday energy) and a snack mid-morning.
How much? $20 per day, or $100 for all 6 days. Don't delay sign up today as space is limited!!!
Where? Busy Bees Playground, 2900 King Street East, Unit 2, Kitchener
Website: www.busybeesplay.ca
Contact Info: For more information please call 519-896-PLAY or email michele@busybeesplay.ca.
Winter Adventure Days
When? December 29 - 31 from 2 to 5pm
What?
Take a time out from hectic holiday schedules. The Guelph Lake Nature Centre is offering three half day programs for families during the Christmas break. There will be fun, hands on nature activities for kids (and parents) to enjoy. We will be indoors and outdoors, so please dress for the weather. Please note that parents are welcome to stay for the program. Registration for these special days is mandatory, so please call well in advance. Please phone (519) 836-7860 to pre-register.
How Much? $5/person
Where? Guelph Lake Nature Centre, 7743 Conservation Dr., RR 4, Guelph
Website: www.grandriver.ca
Contact Info: Please call 519-836-7860 or email guelphlakenc@grandriver.ca.
New Year's Eve
When? December 31, 2008 starting at 2pm
What?
Crafts, skating and much more for you and the whole family!! Live entertainment, children's activities, and a countdown to 2009 at midnight.
How much? $20 per day, or $100 for all 6 days. Don't delay sign up today as space is limited!!!
Where? Kitchener City Hall, 200 King Street West, Downtown Kitchener
Website: www.newyearsevekitchener.ca
Contact Info: For more information please call 519-741-3400 ext. 3579 or email michele.mcbrideroach@kitchener.ca.
Dinosaurs Alive!
When? July 1, 2008 - January 11, 2009
What?
Entertaining and educational, this 6000 square foot exhibition featuring life-sized animatronic, moving and roaring dinosaurs takes visitors into prehistoric times! After touring through the foliage and faux dino-scenery, the overall experience and aura is creating with skeletons, fossil displays and dig sites that demonstrate how bones are found and excavated. To complement the visuals, bones, fossils and life-sized recreations, woven throughout the remaining portion of the exhibit are a series of multimedia and static stations that add depth, communication and interpretation that serve to educate visitors on the raw facts of dinosaurs, their life and times and help complete the overall experience of the Mesozoic period.
Where? Children's Museum, 10 King Street West, Downtown Kitchener
Website: www.thechildrensmuseum.ca/dinosaursalive/
Contact Info: 519-749-9387
Cambridge Centre for the Arts
What?
Art workshops for youth and teens
Where? 60 Dickson Street, Cambridge
Contact Info: Call 519-622-9676 or email loukst@cambridge.ca.
Kitchener Public Library
What?
Various programs for kids
Where? Kitchener Public Library - All Branches
Website: www.kpl.org/npe_cal_events_listing_Main.shtml
Contact Info: 519-743-0271
Our Place - Family Resource and Early Years Centre
What?
Programs for Parents, Caregivers and Children from 0 to 6 years (Monday to Saturday).
Where? 154 Gatewood Road (Westmount Rd. E. & Queens Blvd. Area), Kitchener - All Branches
Website: www.ourplacekw.ca
Contact Info: Call 519-571-1626 or email ourplace@ourplacekw.ca.
Walk-In Counselling Clinic
What?
The Walk-In Counselling Clinic serves two purposes: 1) as the “access” or intake point for most of our counselling services, and 2) at the client’s request, to provide a one and half hour single session to determine the nature of the problem and to leave with a plan to address the issue(s). Referral Process: No referral process is required for our Walk-In Counselling Clinic. Simply come to our office on Thursdays during our Walk-In Counselling Clinic hours. We endeavour to have clients seen as quickly as possible, and work on a first-come, first-served basis. If, however, a large influx of individuals come in late in the day we may have to ask people to return the following week. Wait times also vary according to the arrivals of clients.
Where? K-W Counselling Services, 480 Charles Street East, Kitchener
Website: www.kwcounselling.com
Contact Info: For more information, please call 519-884-7000 or email info@kwcounselling.com.
The Art Studios
What?
Drop In & Paint Your Own Pottery (every day!); KidsArt Classes (Monday evenings), KinderArt Classes (Tuesday mornings), Family Nights & More
Where? 22 Regina St. N., Waterloo
Website: www.lucismudhouse.com
Contact Info: Call 519-747-2155 or email helen@lucismudhouse.com.
The Kitchener-Waterloo YMCA
What? Various programs for the whole family!
Where? 333 Carwood Avenue, Kitchener
Website: www.kwymca.org
Contact Info: Call 519-743-5201 or email info@kwymca.org.
The Real Canadian Superstore Cooking School
What?
Cooking classes for ages 3 +
Where? 875 Highland Road, Kitchener
Contact Info: Call 519-745-5589 or email wavey.mckenzie@loblaw.ca.
Waterloo Public Library
What? Children's Programs
Where? Waterloo Public Library - Both Branches
Website: www.wpl.ca
Contact Info: Call 519-886-1310 or email jtaylor@wpl.ca.
YMCA ON Early Years Centre
What? Fun and stimulating programs and workshops for families with children ages 0 - 6.
Where? Two locations in Waterloo: Main (425 University Ave. East) & West (719 Erbsville Road)
Website: www.earlyyearsinfo.ca
Contact Info: Call 519-741-8585 or email oeycinfo@kwymca.org.
Learning About Children's Communication Skills
What?
The Cognitive Development Lab at the University of Waterloo is currently recruiting children and parents who are interested in taking part in a study that looks at how well preschoolers (ages 3 to 4 yrs) understand statements from others. The study takes about 45 minutes and will take place in our lab located at the University of Waterloo. Your child will participate in communication tasks that are formatted like games so that it is a fun experience for him/her. As a thank you, your child will receive a toy to take home. If you and your child (or children) are interested in finding out how to take part in this study, please call or send us an e-mail! Contact persons: Dr. Liz Nilsen (Director); Leilani Mangal (Research Assistant)
Where? University of Waterloo - Cognitive Development Lab, 200 University Avenue West, Waterloo
Contact Info: Call 519-888-4567 ext. 38542 or email childresearch@uwaterloo.ca.
Help us learn how children learn!
What?
Spend an hour watching your child learn and having fun at the University of Waterloo’s Centre for Child Studies! The Centre has been studying children’s language learning and thinking for over 10 years. We are always looking for new parents and children to take part in our studies which are like games and stories, and children receive a certificate and small gift at the end. A visit to the Centre usually takes about an hour and siblings are welcome. Free parking is available beside our building. Our studies have been widely cited in the media and thousands of parents and children have taken part. You can learn more about us and the Centre, our research, parents’ comments and feedback to us, and media reports at our website. Please call or email us to find out more. We’d love to hear from you!
Where? University of Waterloo - Psychology Department, PAS Building, 200 University Avenue West, Waterloo
Website: www.childstudies.uwaterloo.ca
Contact Info: To make an appointment, please call 519-888-4567 ext. 38542 or email ccs@watarts.uwaterloo.ca.
The Art Studios
When? Sunday, December 7 from 3 - 6 pm
What?
Free ornament painting for kids. Winter Day Camp registrations. Chocolate Fountain. Refreshments. Door prizes.
Where? 22 Regina St. N., Waterloo
Website: www.lucismudhouse.com
Contact Info: Call 519-747-2155 or email helen@lucismudhouse.com.
Even Better After Baby Fitness and Personal Training Open House
When? Saturday, December 13 from 9:30 to 11:30am
What?
An Open House to celebrate the launch of an innovative new fitness program for mom and baby or just mom alone starting January 2009.
Where? 180 Sheldon Drive, Unit 2, Cambridge
Contact Info: Call 519-621-8483 or email EvenBetterAfterBaby@gmail.com.
Pre-Christmas Sale
When? Sale Starts Monday, November 3 and goes until December 23 .
What?
Great gift giving ideas, old-fashioned wood toys and vintage Christmas ornaments in Doon Heritage Crossroad’s Presents From the Past Gift Shop during our pre-Christmas Sale.
Where? Doon Heritage Crossroads, 10 Huron Road, Kitchener
Website: www.region.waterloo.on.ca/doon
Contact Info: Please call 519-748-1914 or email rtom@region.waterloo.on.ca.
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prior to embarking on your journey. All events and dates listed
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