What to Do This Weekend in Edmonton with Kids: January 19 - 22
Thursday, January 19, 2012 at 1:14PM
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So, enough about that, let's get down to the real business for why you're here. What are we going to do with the kids this weekend?!
You'll be happy to know that it should be warming up this weekend, just in time to take in some of the winter festivals happening this weekend.
See you out and about! ~Jen
Paint, Paste and Create
Preschool Picasso
What: An art class for preschoolers and parents that fosters self-expression, art appreciation and fine motor skills. This week project is about exploring lines.
Why: It’s held in a real art studio and kids are encouraged to get messy (bring your Bibagogo). The biggest bonus is you don’t have to clean up.
Where: Satellite Studio #130, 15 Perron Street, St. Albert. Register by caling 780-460-4310 or email glendah@artsheritage.ca
When: Saturday, January 21. 10:30 – 11:30. $8 per class.
North-end Families Rejoice
Grand Opening of Java Mama
What: A kid-friendly coffeehouse, Java Mama, is opening in St. Albert this weekend. In addition to coffee and food, there is an indoor play area and classes for parents and children.
Why: This weekend only, kids play for only $2 when you make a donation to the food bank. Plus there will be prizes and free class demos.
Where: #117, 15 Circle Drive, St. Albert
When: Friday, January 20 to Sunday, January 22.
Tikes on trikes
Kids Can Bike at Kinsmen
What: An indoor bike event for preschoolers with bike safety activities, bike decorating, races, an obstacle course, and a bike parade.
Why: Get out of the cold and get some activity as your little one pedals on the indoor track. Bring your own bike, trike or riding toy – and helmets are required.
Where: Kinsmen Sport Centre. Bike drop-off at the field house. $5.70/ child. Parents free when accompanying your child.
When: Sunday, January 22. 1:30 – 4:40 pm.
Ice, Ice Baby
Ice On Whyte Festival
What: This is the last weekend of for this international ice craving competition featuring artists from the Netherlands, Russia, Armenia, Canada and China.
Why: Slide on the giant ice slide, warm up with hot beverage with a donation in the YESS café, chill to some live entertainment and watch artist create a fantasy filled park.
Where: End of Steel Park (103 Street & Tommy Banks Way) Adult Admission is $5, Kids 2-12 are $2.50.
Under 2 free
When: Thursday, Jan 19 – Sun, Jan 22. Monday to Friday gates are open 2pm-10pm. On Saturday and Sunday, festival is open from 10am-10pm.
Tip: There are additional carvings at the Alberta Legislature, Legislature West Lawn. Take the High Level Street Car for free to travel between the two sites.
Cultural Friendship
Alberta-Heilongijang Celebration
What: A 30th anniversary celebration of the twinning of sister provinces Alberta and Heilongjiang, China. Visit the Alberta House Entertainment tent and be entertained by local talent in threatre, music, art and dance. See the full program of events.
Why: In addition to the celebration entertainment, go for a skate on the south lawns.
Where: Alberta Legislature's west lawn
When: January 19 to 22, 2012
Weekend Winter Wonderland
Metropolis Winter Festival
What: This festival runs every weekend through Family Day in mid-February. A variety of activities including winter food, music, live entertainment and interactive exhibits are offered.
Why: Slide on the 44-foot slide ($3) and make a craft in the Children’s Pavilion. Then stop into the Taste of Winter pavilion for dinner.
Where: Churchill Square
When: Friday, January 20 to Sunday, January 2 and every weekend until Family Day.
Did you hear a Who?
Seussical
What: The world of Dr. Seuss comes alive in this colourful, musical production. Horton has heard a Who, and it’s up to him to protect an entire village from certain doom. Narrated by the Cat in the Hat, a lively cast of memorable characters join Horton on his adventures through the outrageous Seussiverse. Recommended for children 5 years of age and up
Why: Seeing a favourite book come to life will delight your Kindergartener.
Where: Citadel Theatre, Shoctor Theatre
When: January 14 – 29, 2012
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