May 1, 2008
Kitchener, Season Opening
Doon Heritage Crossroads, 10 Huron Road
$7 adult, $4 child.
519-748-1914
www.region.waterloo.on.ca/doon
May 2-4, 2008
Kitchener, Madame Butterfly
Centre in the Square, 101 Queen St. N., N2H 6P7
Puccini's famous Opera is an ageless tale of heartache and betrayal.
Ticket Centre
1-800-265-8977
boxoffice@centre-square.com
May 3, 2008
St. Marys, Toronto Blue Jays Clinic and Hall of Fame Opening Day
386 Church Street, South, N4X
The Toronto Blue Jays clinic coaches are coming to St. Marys to do 2 four hour clinics. Ages 6 - 9 from 9 am - 1 pm and ages 10 - 16 from 2 pm - 6 pm. The cost of the clinic includes the 4 hour clinic, BBQ lunch, Jays hat and Jays T-shirt. We are expecting 200 kids so sign up early, as we might have to put a maximum number on the day. Also the Hall of Fame opens for the season the same day!
519-284-1838
May 3, 2008
Palmerston, Photo Car Rally
Palmerston Legion, 260 Daly Street, Palmerston, ON, $20 a person, 4 per car, cameras
supplied, dinner and prizes to follow. 1:30pm start
Contact 519.338.5896 for info or to register your team
May 3, 2008
Cambridge, HERITAGE HOUSE TOUR,
(519) 621-4461
May 3, 2008
Cambridge, AFRICAN LION SAFARI
OPENS FOR THE SEASON. Come for a day of springtime fun. Drive through large Game Reserves and spot all the new babies! 519-623-2620, or 1-800-461-9453, www.lionsafari.com .
May 3, 2008
Guelph, Annual Poppy Push Fundraiser
McCrae House, 108 Water Street
Several varieties of poppies for sale as well as perennial and annuals from the historic gardens will be available for sale.. Free admission to McCrae House with the purchase of two or more plants. The opening of new exhibit: Forty Years Later: Still Keeping the Faith will take place at 11:00 am. 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
(519) 836-1482
museum@guelph.ca
May 4, 2008
Kitchener, Heritage and Rare Breeds Livestock Day
Doon Heritage Crossroads, 10 Huron Road
Several varieties of heritage and rare breed farm animals, sheep dog demonstrations, and horse driving demonstrations. $7 adult, $4 child. 10 Huron Road
519-748-1914
www.region.waterloo.on.ca/doon
May 4, 2008
Harrow, Yard Sale - John R. Park Homestead and Conservation Area
915 County Rd 50 East
Treasures old and new. Beginning of Homestead's extended summer hours. From 11am to 4pm. Free admission
Janet Cobban
519-738-2029
jrph@erca.org
May 4-11,2008
Guelph, Iluminating Landscapes
Studio 404, 404 York Rd. Guelph, Ont..
Original oil paintings by Connie Melnik.Acrylic/pastel paintings by Pamela Fielding. Opening /reception Sat. May 4 from 1-4. Free
C. Melnik
519-824-7628
cnnmelnik@yahoo.com
May 10-11, 2008
Leamington, Shore & Songbird Celebration - Hillman Marsh Conservation Area, Mersea Rd 2 @ Cnty Rd 37
Join expert naturalist to celebrate shore and songbirds as they migrate through the internationally renowned shorebird habitat, and songbirds and shorebirds up close and personal as they are banded by experts. Not to be missed! From 9am to 4pm. $6.00/ vehicle entry fee.
Bev Wannick
519-776-5209 ext 308
bwannick@erca.org
May 11, 2008
Palmerston, MOTHER'S DAY SMORG & SILENT AUCTION
Palmerston Legion, 260 Daly Street, Palmerston, ON, advance tickets only. 5 pm - 7 pm
Contact 519.343.3919 for info
May 11, 2008
Doon Heritage Crossroads, 10 Huron Road
Kitchener, Waterloo County Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
We pay tribute to several individuals in recognition of their personal accomplishments and outstanding contributions to this community.
519-748-1914
www.region.waterloo.on.ca/doon
May 17, 2008
Kitchener, Heritage Plant Sale
Doon Heritage Crossroads, 10 Huron Road
A selection of flower and vegetable varieties from the heritage gardens will be available for purchase.
519-748-1914
www.region.waterloo.on.ca/doon
May 12, 2008
Stratford, Stars of the Festival
Stratford Northwestern Secondary School
"Stars of the Festival" celebrates excellence in music, speech, drama and dance. Winners from the Kiwanis Festival of the Performing Arts in Stratford perform at this gala concert.
7 pm - 9 pm. Fee: Free will donation
519-273-3011
May 18, 2008
Harrow, Parade of Horse Breeds-John R. Park Homestead and Conservation Area, 915 County Rd 50 East
Learn the history of fifteen breeds, from tiny ponies to giant draught horses. Pat some noses and chat with the owners. @ 1:30 pm. Adult- $4.50, Child- $3.00, Family- $15.00
Janet Cobban
519-738-2029
jrph@erca.org
May 15, 2008
Kitchener, Geritol Follies "Follies in Love Again"
Centre in the Square, 101 Queen St. N., N2H 6P7
This incomparable Variety Show is a rip-roaring musical and comedy extravaganza. Featuring music,dance and comedy of our times from Cole Porter tunes to Cleopatra skits, the entertainment never stops! Starts at $19.00
Ticket Centre
1-800-265-8977
boxoffice@centre-square.com
May 16-25, 2008
Kitchener, THE MEMORIAL CUP
Canadian Major Junior A Hockey championship tournament, with the top four Junior A teams in the three Canadian leagues, including the host team, the Kitchener Rangers. At the Kitchener Auditorium.
May 21-22, 2008
Kitchener, Electric Thursdays: One Night in L.A. - the music of Michael Jackson
Centre in the Square, 101 Queen St. N., N2H 6P7
Rock Out with the KW Symphony and the Jeans 'n Classics Band. Starts at $29.00
Ticket Centre
1-800-265-8977
boxoffice@centre-square.com
May 22, 2008
Stratford, Swing into Spring
Stratford Tourism Alliance, 47 Downie Street
The River Garden Inn, Community Living Stratford is hosting the 5th annual Swing into Spring with dinner, demonstrations, live and silent auctions. Tickets are $30 per person.
519-273-7484
info@welcometostratford.com
May 24, 2008
Kitchener, 16th Annual Emergency Services Muster
Doon Heritage Crossroads, 10 Huron Road
Games and Parade – Fire, Police, Ambulance – antique and modern fire trucks, police cars and ambulances, fire safety demonstrations, and fire game competitions between fire fighters. Free.
519-748-1914
www.region.waterloo.on.ca/doon
May 27-31, 2008
St. Jacobs, A SAMPLING, UFOs & TEA
Schoolhouse Theatre, 11 Albert St.
Tues. May 27-Fri. May 30, 10 am - 8 pm; Sat. May 31, 10 am - 4 pm
Feature Artist: Rosemary Plummer. Admission: $5 includes tea
May 27-31, 2008
St. Jacobs, CONTEMPORARY QUILTS
Silo Weavers at The Village Silos, 1441 King St. North
Tues. May 27-Fri. May 30, 10 am - 8 pm; Sat. May 31, 10 am - 4 pm
Guest Artist: Susan Norman. Free admission
May 27-30, 2008
St. Jacobs, QUILTS FOR THE WORLD
St. Jacobs Mennonite Church, 1310 King St. North
Tues. May 27 - Thurs. May 29, 10 am - 8 pm; Fri. May 30, 10 am - 4 pm
Guest Artists: Needle Sisters of Elmira. Admission: $4. Quilt Appraisals by appointment: call 905-6392441 or email judy.lyons@sympatico.ca
May 28, 2008
St. Jacobs, CHURCH THEATRE TRUNK SHOW
Church Theatre, 1376 King St. N.
Two shows: 2:30 and 7:30 pm. Featured Artists: Nina Stahlschmidt & Marion Holman. “Feed Bags- Recycled Then and Now”. Admission: $5 - tickets available at the door
Call 519-664-3419
May 28-31, 2008
Cambridge, The David Durward Centre "Quilt Galore 2008"
David Durward Centre, 62 Dickson St.
Each year, the David Durward Centre Quilters prepare an exceptional exhibit. This year promises to be better than ever! Look for a wonderful selection of quilts by local artists. Quilts large and small, old and new will be on display. Come and see the only wooden quilt in the local area. Admission: Free. Thurs-Fri: 9:00am-8:00pm, Sat. 8:00am-2:00pm
Caralee Robertshaw
519-740-4681 ext 4634
robertshawc@cambridge.ca
May 29, 2008
Toronto, Innovators' Ball 2008
Ontario Science Centre, 770 Don Mills Rd
A night of culinary delights, drinks, dancing, and exploration – all under one roof. Building on the incredible success of the inaugural Innovators' Ball in 2007, the 2008 event will truly be "out of this world." The theme will be based on the newest exhibition scheduled to open at the Science Centre in June. Facing Mars and Innovators' Ball guests will be among the first to experience this remarkable attraction.
416-696-1000
call_centre@osc.on.ca
May 29-31, 2008
St. Jacobs, MERCHANT MALL
Woolwich Community Centre, Parkside Drive
Thurs. May 29, 10 am - 7 pm; Fri. May 30, 10 am - 5 pm; Sat. May 31, 10 am - 4 pm
Free admission. Also Quilters’ Café onsite
519-746-0476
ronlangill@sympatico.ca
May 30-31, 2008
New Hamburg, THE ONTARIO MENNONITE RELIEF SALE AND QUILT AUCTION,
Norm S. Hill Park.
An estimated 30,000 people attend this event, with quilt auction, general auctions, crafts, plant sale, food, entertainment, with all proceeds to the Mennonite Central Committee’s relief and development efforts. Friday evening, all day Saturday.
May 31, 2008
Kitchener, Family Water Festival
Doon Heritage Crossroads, 10 Huron Road
Door prizes, household water saving tips and gadgets. Free.
519-748-1914
www.region.waterloo.on.ca/doon
May 31, 2008
Stratford, Rural Urban Auction
Stratford Fairgrounds Coliseum, 20 Glastonbury Dr.
This Rural Urban event will promote quality items to be auctioned in support of the new Agriplex facility at the new Rotary Complex. Items for auction will include articles donated from many rural and urban customers and businesses.
10 am - 4 pm. Fee: Free
519-271-5130
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