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Things to do in and around Chatham-Kent!
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
This column will list happenings within and around Chatham-Kent. If you or your group would like to have your event listed e-mail us at editor@cktimes.ca or phone 519-627-5978.First Wednesday of each month, 7:30 p.m., October thru March
Sydenham Field Naturalists meetings and Indoor Programs are held on the 2nd floor of the Wallaceburg Municipal Service Centre, Dufferin Ave., Wallaceburg. See individual dates for Program details.
Wednesday evenings, September - June, 7:45 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
THE BALDOON SQUARES, a square dance and round Dance group, meet at Wallaceburg District Secondary School cafeteria. Usually a light lunch follows the dance. Membership is free for the first three weeks of attendance. Call George Lung at 683-2889 for information.
4th Wednesday of every month, 8:00 p.m.
The KENT COUNTY STAMP CLUB meets in the library at John McGregor Secondary School, 300 Cecile Ave., Chatham every month except July, August and December.
Third Wednesday of the month, 7:00 p.m.
The CHATHAM KENT QUILTERS' GUILD meets at St. Paul's Congregational Church Hall, 450 Park Ave., W., Chatham. New members and guests welcome. Call 354-1985 for more information.
Every Thursday, Sept. 1 to June 30, 6:30 p.m.
The Kiwanis Club of Ridgetown meets weekly in the basement of the Mount Zion Presbyterian Church, 59 Main St. E., Ridgetown. Summer meetings are hosted by members at various local addresses.
Every Second and Fourth Friday of each month, 7:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
TEENS ROCK for teenagers in grades 7 - 10 meets at the Gym at Charlemont Free Methodist Church, 30127 Brigden Road, R.R.#5, Wallaceburg for basketball, volleyball, soccer, table games, outdoor games, campfires, cookouts, camping trips, community service projects and more. Call 627-8170 or 627-4965 for more details or e-mail janice_smith@cogeco.ca.
Saturday, November 29
It's that time of year again, and we are once again holding the Breakfast with Santa, on Saturday, November 29th at the Tilbury Fire Hall on Superior Street, Tilbury. Again, it will be presented by the Merlin, Tilbury and Wheatley Firefighters, the Tilbury Lions Club and the Tilbury Information & HELP Centre. Breakfast starts at 9:00 am with Santa arriving a short while later. Hope to see you there.
Saturday, November 29
Quest for World Gold Curling Bonspiel Fundraiser at Sydenham Community Curling Club, Wallaceburg......to help send Matt Mapletoft and his team to the World University Games in China in February, 2009. $50 per person – individual or team entries....10:00 a.m. to midnight.....dinner/dance. Contact Kevin Wise or Al Bechard at 519-627-3630.....for information of tickets.
Saturday, November 29 and Sunday, November 30
Southwestern Ontario Vintners Association
Taste of the Season Holiday Open House
Essex County, November 29th and 30th, 2008
What: Nine wineries from the Lake Erie North Shore Wine Region (Southwestern Ontario) will be providing an assortment of holiday cheer in their wineries this weekend. We are giving back to the community that has given us so much support! Bring in a canned good to any of the participating wineries and we will match the quantity to deliver to our local food banks.
Interactive wine tastings, gourmet cheeses and sweets, meeting the winemakers and VIP tours will be offered for FREE at all participating wineries. Don't miss your chance to indulge!
Who: Nine wineries in Essex County Chatham-Kent
When: November 29th and 30th, 2008
Where: Essex County and Chatham-Kent
For more information including directions and contact numbers, please visit the Southwestern Ontario Vintners Association (SWOVA) website located at:
www.swova.ca
Monday, December 1
The Chatham-Kent Film Group will be presenting "The Duchess," a film loosely based on Lady Diana Spencer's great-great-great aunt, on Monday, December 1, 2008. The film will be shown at 6:45 P.M. at the Chatham Cinema Six on King St. East. It stars Keira Knightley and Ralph Fiennes; it's a great period piece with lavish costumes and tales of eating disorders, gambling and drug addictions, and adultery. $8.00 for members and $9.00 for non-members. See you at the movies!
Wednesday, December 3, 12:15 to 12:55
Patricia M. Productions Fall Luncheon Fashion Show takes place at the Satellite Restaurant, 145 King St., Chatham (352-5281) to benefit Outreach for Hunger. Call for reservations.
Wednesday, December 3, 7:30 p.m.
The Sydenham Field Naturalists present a presentation on "Stewardship Kent" with Don Hector at their regular monthly meeting. Programs take place on the 2nd floor of the Wallaceubrg Municipal Service Centre, Dufferin Ave., Wallaceburg. Public welcome.
Saturday, December 6
Eye for Art Gala is taking place on Saturday, December 6th at 8 pm. The gala will include hors díoeuvres prepared by Harvest Moon Catering; Pascal, a wine connoisseur, entertaining palettes with vintage wine and cheese pairings; live music will be featured; and Christmas Fantasy silent auction items will be available. The work in the EYe for Art exhibition will be sold by silent auction the evening of the Gala. After the Gala any un-purchased works will be sold on a "first-come, first served" basis at the artist listed price. The proceeds of the event and exposition will be split between the Carlo Rossini Memorial Diabetes Foundation and the Thames Art Gallery. All proceeds will remain within Chatham-Kent. To purchase tickets, please visit the Chatham Cultural Centre box office at 75 William Street North, call 519-354-8338, or click on www.cktickets.com.
Wednesday, December 10, 7:30
The Dresden Horticultural Society present Evelyn Poppe with a demonstration of "Make a Christmas Arrangement" at their meeting at Trinity Christian Centre in Dresden.
Wednesday, December 31
Chatham Chrysler is sponsoring a New Year's Eve Party with proceeds to the Maycourt Club of Chatham an the Alzheimer Society of Chatham-Kent. The event will be held at Chatham Chrysler, 351 Richmond Street with cocktails starting at 5:30 p.m. Dinner by Casa Bella with music by Walkin' 47 and Repertoire. Call Linda at 519-352-3586 or Wendy at 519-352-4937 for tickets......Tickets are $%0 per person.
Wednesday, January 14, 7:00
Dresden Horticultural Society will hold their business meeting at Trinity Christian Centre.
Saturday, January 17, 2:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.
The Chatham Cultural Centre presents PHAT LOVE & the thin girl, a collaborative effort by writer/performer Tara Duffy and director Cynthia Rose. This play captures the hilarious love and life stories of a woman falling heart first into self-acceptance. Her struggles mirror many of our own insecurities about self, body and finding true love. Tickets are $15 and go on sale Sept. 29/08 for CCC members and Oct. 5 for non-members. Call 519-354-8338 or book on-line at www.cktickets.com or get your tickets at the CCC box office, 75 William St. N., Chatham.
January 21, 6:30 p.m.
Annual Dinner Meeting of the Dresden Horticultural Society at Trinity Christian Centre in Dresden. Speaker to be announced.
February 5, 6, 7
Theatre Kent presents A streetcar Named Desire at the Chatham Cultural Centre. For tickets or information call the CCC box office at 519-354-8338 or visit www.cktickets.com.
Saturday, February 7
Benefit Laser Light & Variety Extravaganza Show on SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2009 at Ursuline College, Chatham In Support of the Chatham-Kent Professional Fire Fighters Associationís community charity fund. Proceeds will assist local worthy causes. The Firefighters have assisted many local community projects
including Camp Trillium, Y.M.C.A., Prism Center, Chatham Goodfellows, Children's Safety Village, and Chatham Youth Soccer. A telemarketing drive has begun in the area and we encourage those who receive a call to support the program by sponsoring or purchasing tickets. The Toll Free number for tickets and information is 1-800-516-5810
Wednesday, February 25, 7:00
Monthly meeting of the Dresden Horticultural Society will take place at the Trinity Christian Centre in Dresden.
Saturday, February 14
Simply Red, An Affair of the Heart, at the Portuguese Canadian Social Club – fundraiser for the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Silent Auction, dinner and dancing with Four Diamond Executive Chef Brian Machado, decor by Royal Creations and music by the Tom Lockwood Band. Tickets are $100 per person and can be obtained by calling 519-354-6232 or e-mail lobrien@hsf.on.ca........
Wednesday, March 25, 7:00
Monthly meeting of the Dresden Horticultural Society will take place at the Trinity Christian Centre in Dresden.
March 30 to April 9
The 64th Annul Chatham Kiwanis Music Festival takes place. The grand Concert is scheduled for Monday, April 20. Free copies of the Festival syllabus are available at Tony's One Stop Music Shoppe, Frank's Music Centre, Strings N' Things and Gospel Text Book Store, all in Chatham. Entry Deadline in November 17, 2008 except for Bands whose deadline is December 1, 2008. Register online at http://www.chathamkiwanis.com/musicfestival beginning November 1, or by mail. Contact Lois Pepper at 354-8644 or Mary Alice Marchand at 354-0962 for more information.
Wednesday, April 22, 7:00
Business meeting of the Dresden Horticultural Society will take place at the Trinity Christian Centre in Dresden.
May 7, 8, 9
Theatre Kent presents an original comedy by Chatham-Kent resident Karen Robinet entitled Caught in the Acts on at the Chatham Cultural Centre. For tickets or information call the CCC box office at 519-354-8338 or visit www.cktickets.com.
