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Things to do in and around Chatham-Kent!
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
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.Daily March 21 to September 20: The Ridge House Museum is open daily from 1:00pm to 5:00pm. Appease your senses with a personally guided tour of this beautifully restored 1875 home. Large groups are welcome with advanced booking. General admission is by donation. For more information or to book a tour please contact the Ridge House Museum curator @ 519 674 2223 or email ckridgehouse@chatham-kent.ca
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.
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. Contact ltrinacty@hotmail.com for more information.
Wednesday evenings May 20, 27 and June 3 at 7 p.m.
This spring, spend your Wednesday evenings at the Chatham Cultural Centre learning about art masterpieces whilst sampling a beverage from the artist’s home country. We begin on May 20th with James McNeill Whistler’s Portrait of the Artist’s Mother. The actual title of this work is Arrangement in Grey and Black, but that wasn’t acceptable to the sensibilities at the time and the painting was re-titled in order to be accepted by the British Academy. On the second Wednesday we will discuss The Sunflowers painted by Vincent van Gogh. It is likely that van Gogh’s repeated use of the sunflower may have to do with the artist’s experimentation with newly available yellow pigments. The last work in this series will be The Kiss by Gustav Klimt. This work may have been influenced by the Byzantine murals he saw while visiting Italy, it utilizes gold leaf and is Klimt’s best known work of his ‘Golden Period’. Francoise Richard of the LCBO will be making the beverage selections for each evening, themed around the home country of the featured artist. This month will be the United States, the Netherlands and Austria. Please join us in Studio 1 at the Chatham Cultural Centre. Tickets are $10 per evening or $30 for all three evenings (with a membership discount available). Tickets can be purchased on line at cktickets.com, by calling 519-354-8338 or visiting the CCC box office. A limited number of tickets are available at the door.
Last Wednesday of every month
ARTspace is pleased to announce that we will be hosting networking events
for fibre artists! The cost is 25¢ payable at the door. What, you ask, is a fibre artist? A fibre artist works with natural or synthetic fibres; he may knit or crochet, she may work with collage, they may weave or dye material. At the Fibre Network night artisans will
bring their projects to work on, supplies to create artist trading cards will be available, ideas and techniques will be shared and artists will socialize while being productive. To attend a Fibre Network meeting just call ART space to RSVP at 519-352-1064, email artspace.tag@gmail.com, or show up Wednesday, April 29 @ 7pm with your quarter.
ARTspace is a gallery featuring artwork created by Chatham-Kent artists and
is located at 1651é2 King Street West in downtown Chatham, Ontario. ARTspace
is open 12-5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. ARTspace is a Thames Art
Gallery community arts initiative in partnership with the Community Futures
Development Corporation and Municipality of Chatham-Kent Community
Partnership Fund.
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.
Fourth Wednesday of every Month
Located in the Region of Chatham-Kent, Tulip Tree Needlearts is a chapter of the
Embroiderersí Association of Canada www.eac.ca. The aim of the organization is to preserve traditional techniques and promote new challenges in the Art of Embroidery through education and networking. Meetings are the 4th Tuesday of every month. For information on meetings or classes please phone 519 674-5538 or 519 354-8590. Workshops are designed to offer members an opportunity to learn both new and advanced methods of needlework. Projects and Classes are ongoing throughout the year. Stitch-ins are held regularly in members homes throughout the region of Chatham-Kent. These offer an opportunity for members to share expertise and ideas. Tulip Tree Needlearts offers group and individual courses through the Embroiderersí Association of Canada. Membership is $50.00 and includes a subscription to the quarterly national magazine Embroidery Canada.
Sundays all summer
The Chatham Tennis Club sponsored spring and summer tennis tournament schedule begins soon, Sunday May 24. Twenty-four tournaments are planned over 12 Sundays this summer. The Silver division (born in 1995 and earlier) will play Sundays at 1 pm while the older Gold division (born in 1984 and later) play Sundays at 7 pm. All play will be at the Joe Carpenter courts on McNaughton Ave.
Twelve tournaments are planned in each age group, three singles, three doubles(boys and girls) and three mixed doubles. For an registration fee of only $30 a player can compete in as many as nine tournaments over the summer.
The goal is to provide a competitive experience for local youth who have left high school and for those who hope to compete for their schools during the high school tennis season. For information on how to get involved call Justin Van Horn (351-3129) or Larry Lahey (354-1833). This is the entire schedule:
May 24 - BS/GS July 5 - BS/GS Aug. 2 - BS/GS
June 7 - GD July 12- GD Aug. 9 - GD
June 14 - BD July 19 - BD Aug. 16 - BD
June 26 - MXD July 26 - MXD Aug. 23 - MXD
Wednesday, June 17
Patricia M Productions are helping the Food Bank in Tilbury and the Outreach for Hunger again this year, with the Fashion Tour...where the audience sits back and enjoys lunch or supper in the town of their choice. And we bring you Fashions from all over Chatham - Kent.
1pm Lunch at the Blue Bonnet in Tilbury
6pm Dinner at the Tru's Grill House in Chatham. Call the restaurant for reservations.
Thursday, June 18
The Opening of the non-juried Community Arts Initiative exhibition Call and Response at the Thames Art Gallery will be part of the First Annual Summer Art Crawl taking place tonight in downtown Chatham.
June 18, 6:30 p.m.
Chatham-Kent artist Becky Fixter-Vagners will be featured at ARTspace. An opening will occur on June 18th @ 6pm at ARTspace and will be the first stop on the First Annual Summer ARTcrawl! The exhibit will also include work by ARTspace exhibiting members; local artists whose work has been chosen by the ARTspace selection committee. ARTspace is a gallery featuring artwork for sale created by Chatham-Kent artists. ARTspace is located at 165Ω King Street in downtown Chatham, Ontario. ARTspace is open 12pm-5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.
Thursday, June 18,
FIRST ANNUAL SUMMER ART CRAWL! Crawl downtown Chatham with local artists and help us to welcome summer by burying ≥Old Man Winter≤. We start at ARTspace, 1651é2 King Street West at 6pm with the opening of A Fine Balance by Becky Fixter-Vagners. Enjoy a cool beverage to prepare you for the trek to the next stop. Accompany the New Orleans style funeral procession of “Old Man Winter” to
William Street Cafe, King and William at 7pm. View the great local art work that is always on display at the Café, purchase your café favourite and enjoy the musical styling of Sarah Hiltz. The procession continues to the Thames Art Gallery at 8pm where we will ceremoniously bury winter. Take in the newest Community Arts Initiative:
Call and Response an exhibition by local and regional artists of works based on the Thames Art Gallery permanent collection. Deanna Bowen will be on hand to talk about her exhibition: Stories to pass on... The work reflects the soulful feeling of blues music. The work comes out of her master of visual studies thesis from the University of Toronto. Purchase more cool drinks and enjoy entertainment by Southwest Blues Revue. No tickets are needed. Donπt forget to dress for the weather and be ready to walk! The opening reception events are free and open to the public. Too long of a walk for you? Come and join us at your favourite venue, donπt miss out on all the fun
Friday, June 19
Free Swimming at C-K Community Pools as follows:
Wallaceburg Community Pool, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Gable Rees Rotary Pool in Blenheim, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Saturday, Sunday June 20th and 21st
Get Fresh, Strawberry Festival at Jennen Family Farm Market, 11775 Baseline Road, RR#7 Thamesville, ON. Go to www.jennenfarmmarket.com or www.berryfestivals.com for more information. Schedule of events is as follows: Saturday---Artisan Vendors 9-2, Taste Testing, U-Pick Strawberries for Heart and Stroke Charity and Charity BBQ (Proceeds to Dresden Swim Team); Sunday --- Taste Testing, U-Pick Strawberries for Heart and Stroke Charity, Farm Tours
Sunday, June 21, 6:30 p.m.
For the 14th season, live music will echo from the natural amphitheatre at Two Creeks Conservation Area just north of Wheatley on Kent Road 1. Ranging from country to bluegrass to blues to gospel to pop, over the season the concerts will provide something for every musical taste and mood. The music is free, although the hat is passed to defray expenses and to continue the work of the volunteers who administer and maintain the conservation area. Light snacks are available from Wheatley Area Scouting. In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be held under the large open-air pavilion on the site. Be sure to bring lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy the music. For more information, visit www.twocreeks.ca or e-mail info@twocreeks.ca.
Telephone 519-324-6988. Tonight’s concert is by Len Wallace and the Diggers (Celtic)
Monday, June 22, 10:15 a.m.
A free 1 to 1 1/2 hour nutrition lecture will be held at the Chatham Kent Health Alliance Diabetes Centre, classroom B122. Taught by the registered Dietitian, the topic will be Weigh to Go. The following items will be discussed: BMI – Body Mass Index explained; Waist Circumference; Guidelines to achieving Healthy Weight loss; Health Eating as part of a Healthy Lifestyle. This lecture is geared towards those with diabetes, impaired glucose or insulin resistance with diabetes meal plans or their families or caregivers. Please call ahead to reserve your seat by calling (519) 437-6086.
Thursday, June 25, 9:30 a.m.
Jana Murphy will address the Kiwanis Club of Chatham-Kent Golden at the Chatham Cultural Center on William Street in Studio One, on the topic of Alzheimers and related Dementia. This is of special interest since most of the 50 members are retired and entering their "golden" years. Also it is of general interest in understanding to better able to assist and cope with family members having this problem. Studies related to Alzheimers and Dementia do indicate some ways we might stave off the beginnings of these diseases.
June 26, 8:00 p.m.
The Retro Suites Hotel is inviting those with a fascination for the supernatural to join the hotel for a series of summer ghost walks through Chatham’s downtown streets. Local historians Sheila Gibbs and Jim Gilbert will once again lead the hour-long, monthly strolls in conjunction with RetroFest. The lantern-lit walks will begin, rain or shine from the lobby of the Retro Suites Hotel, located at 2 King Street West. Tickets are $10 per person and $5 for children 12 and under. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel at 1-866-617-3876.
Friday, June 26
Free Swimming at C-K Community Pools as follows:
Wallaceburg Community Pool, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Gable Rees Rotary Pool in Blenheim, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
All Outdoor Pools (Walter Hawkins, Jaycee, Orville Wright, Dresden, Ridgetown, Thamesville, Tilbury), 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.
Friday, June 26 to Sunday, June 28
Come to Tilbury for the Tilbury Family FunFest. Admission: $ 5:00(day), $10.00 (weekend), $20.00 (pay one price rides & entertainment included - day); $30.00 (pay one price rides & entertainment - weekend); Children under 4 are free. Friday Events
5:00 pm Midway Opens - Mechanical and Inflatable Rides – Memorial Park
5:00 – 7:00 pm Community Dinner/ Official Opening – Queen Street
5:00 pm Culture on Queen “Art Crawl” – Downtown Tilbury
6:00 pm Beer Gardens – Memorial Park
7:00 pm Official Ribbon Cutting –Memorial Park
7:30 pm Bands - “2112” a tribute to RUSH – Memorial Park
9:00 pm Bands - “Hells Bells” a tribute to ACDC – Memorial Park
11:00 pm Close
Saturday
8:30 am Home Built Soap Box Derby Racing – Memorial Park
9:00 – 11:00 am Baby Contest – Leisure Centre
10:30 am Mary Lambert Concert – Library Lawn
11:00 – 4:00 pm Flower Show / Craft Show – Ryder Hall / Arena
11:00 am Midway - Mechanical and Inflatable Rides – Memorial Park
11:00 – 6:00 pm Drag U Down Customs Car Autobash & New Car Display – Arena
11:00 – 5:00 pm Meat Drawn / BBQ – Tilbury Legion
11:00 am Beer Gardens – Memorial Park
12:00 Noon Parade “An Old Fashioned Summer” – Downtown Tilbury
1:30 pm Drum Circle – Memorial Park
1:30 – 5:00 pm Tilbury Idol – Memorial Park
1:30 pm Horse Riding Demonstrations and Pony Rides – Memorial Park
7:00 pm Bands - RAVENS – Memorial Park
8:00 pm Bands - Jay Dee Bixby – Canadian Idol Winner – Memorial Park
11:00 pm Close
Sunday
11:00 am Western Outlaws Lawnmower Racing –Memorial Park
11:00 – 4:00 pm Midway - Mechanical and Inflatable Rides – Memorial Park
1:30 – 5:30 pm Tilbury Idol – Band – Area 51—Memorial Park
7:00 pm Close Tuesday June 30/09
Tilbury Fireworks Event 8:00 pm Live Entertainment; 9:30 pm Fireworks - Donations welcome
Sunday, June 28, 6:30 p.m.
For the 14th season, live music will echo from the natural amphitheatre at Two Creeks Conservation Area just north of Wheatley on Kent Road 1. Ranging from country to bluegrass to blues to gospel to pop, over the season the concerts will provide something for every musical taste and mood. The music is free, although the hat is passed to defray expenses and to continue the work of the volunteers who administer and maintain the conservation area. Light snacks are available from Wheatley Area Scouting. In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be held under the large open-air pavilion on the site. Be sure to bring lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy the music. For more information, visit www.twocreeks.ca or e-mail info@twocreeks.ca.
Telephone 519-324-6988. Tonight’s concert is by the Rusty Halos – three women performing folk, rock & gospel. Great fiddling.
June 29 – July 24
TK Wings Performers Training Camp will be held in Unit T206 upstairs in the Downtown Chatham Centre. The camp, for youth ages 8 - 15 is a comprehensive arts program offering development in various theatre concepts, providing confidence-building skills and encouraging participants to explore communication and cultural activities. This Session will produce the musical version of "The Wind in the Willows" and will take the participants through the entire process of mounting a theatrical production, which will be performed for the public on the final day of each camp. The camp will be adjusted according to interest, so if a child loves theatre but would rather work backstage than perform, whether it be making costumes or learning about stage lighting, he or she is welcome to do so. Attendance is just $400 for four full weeks. It's $300 to add an additional child from the same family or for the same child to attend a second camp. Call Gina Paradis at 519-354-6388 or email paradao@mnsi.net for more information or to register
Monday, June 29, 5:15 p.m.
A free 1 to 1 1/2 hour nutrition lecture will be held at the Chatham Kent Health Alliance Diabetes Centre, classroom B122. Taught by the registered Dietitian, the topic will be Weigh to Go. The following items will be discussed: BMI – Body Mass Index explained; Waist Circumference; Guidelines to achieving Healthy Weight loss; Health Eating as part of a Healthy Lifestyle. This lecture is geared towards those with diabetes, impaired glucose or insulin resistance with diabetes meal plans or their families or caregivers.
Please call ahead to reserve your seat by calling (519) 437-6086.
July 3, 4 and 5]
The Rotary Club of Chatham Sunrise will be hosting a Ribfest on July 3, 4 and 5, 2009. It will be held in Tecumseh park and will feature internationally renowned Ribbers, local vendors, entertainment in the bandshell, classic car display and other activites designed to create fun for the whole family For more information, please contact the Jim Nash, Event Chairperson at 519 380-9265 ext 221 or e-mail at jnash@enviroshake.com
Friday, July 3, 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Are you looking to meet like-minded artistic individuals? Are you feeling lonely working by yourself in the studio all day? Miss those great conversations you used to have in art/music/drama class? Then the ARTbar is for you! The ARTbar is the place to socialize with artists and like-minded people. It is open to everyone; visual and performing artists, spoken/written word, musicians and wannabes. A cash bar is available to help the creativity flow. ARTbar is happening the first Friday of every month this summer, June 5th, July 3rd, August 7th, and September 4th from 6 until 9pm. Itπs being held in Studio 2 of the Chatham Cultural Centre – a great space to work on your
art or just hang out. Bongos and berets are optional! No cover charge!
Sunday, July 5, 6:30 p.m.
For the 14th season, live music will echo from the natural amphitheatre at Two Creeks Conservation Area just north of Wheatley on Kent Road 1. Ranging from country to bluegrass to blues to gospel to pop, over the season the concerts will provide something for every musical taste and mood. The music is free, although the hat is passed to defray expenses and to continue the work of the volunteers who administer and maintain the conservation area. Light snacks are available from Wheatley Area Scouting. In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be held under the large open-air pavilion on the site. Be sure to bring lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy the music. For more information, visit www.twocreeks.ca or e-mail info@twocreeks.ca.
Telephone 519-324-6988. Tonight’s concert is by Ian Bell and Geoff Somers – songs old and new with stories aplenty.
July 6-17
Take A Bow Productions is offering a 2-week Drama Session for children 5-9 years of age. Students learn method acting, character development, character techniques, voice, scene study, dance, movement, set design, Improv techniques, costuming, black light theatre, mask making and much more. Students perform a One-hour variety show at the end of each session. Cost for program is $225.00 with All Materials Included. Early drop off at 8:30 and late pick-up until 4:30 are offered. Lunch is supervised. To register, contact the Chatham Cultural Centre box office at 519.354.8338. Or go on line at www.cktickets.com <http://www.cktickets.com/>
July 6-17, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (early drop-off 8:30 a.m., late pick-up 4:30 available)
Playing in a Dinosaur’s Jungle - Art Camp for Kids
This two-week session for age 7-9 years is designed to get kids excited about prehistoric life, ancient jungles and rain forests, the possibility of unknown animal species and all kinds of art making methods. Explore jungles and rain forests of the past and the present to see what is currently living in them and what has lived there in the past. Carve prehistoric caves out of clay, draw a prehistoric man in pencil, and learn about life for man before the ice age. Place: Studio 2, Chatham Cultural Centre Price: $215 for two-week session, member discounts available. Tickets are available online at www.cktickets.com, at the box office at 75 William Street North, or by phone at 519.354.8338.
July 8, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Need a cure for summer boredom? Wacky Wednesdays at the Ridge House Museum are back! Boys and girls, aged 5 to10, are invited to the Ridge House Museum on Wednesday afternoons this summer for crafts, games, and activities. Each themed day will begin with a story from one of our favourite books. After our story, we will dive into theme-related crafts. Make your own scarecrow from the Wizard of Oz or join us for Mary Poppins Day to make and decorate your own kite! Plant bean seeds just like Jack or visit on Little Vampire Day when we make our very own crushed-can bats! Today’s theme is The Wizard of Oz. Space is limited, so you must register your child at least one week in advance! Sign up for as many days as you would like. The cost is $10 per child for each Wednesday afternoon attended. For more information, or to register, call the Ridge House Museum at 519-674-2223 or email ckridgehouse@chatham-kent.ca.
July 8 to August 14, weekly
The Chatham-Kent Museum “Adventures under the Sea” summer camp is a great weeklong program to keep your kids active and occupied during those long summer months. Weekly camps start on July 8th 2009 and run until August 14, 2009 for children ranging from ages 5-9 (please see www.cktickets.com <http://www.cktickets.com/> for dates and ages). At camp kids will learn about underwater life, be introduced to new sea creatures each day as well as learn about rivers and oceans and where to locate them on a map. Kids will have fun seeing and taking care of real live fish, and through arts and crafts, water activities, science experiments and games, they will be able to identify new things by the end of the week.
Early drop off is available in Studio 1 at 8:30am, and late pick up available until 4:30pm at Studio 1 for a small fee. The 5-day program runs from 9am until 4pm, and children will need to bring their own peanut-free snacks and lunches. Please dress appropriate for the weather, as we will be spending some time each day outside. This weeklong program is only $85.00 for Cultural Centre members or $95.00 for non-members. To get your tickets, please contact or visit the Box Office at 519-354-8338 or at www.cktickets.com <http://www.cktickets.com/>
July 8th 2009 to August 14, 2009
The Chatham-Kent Museum “Adventures under the Sea” summer camp is a great week long program to keep your kids active and occupied during those long summer months for children ranging from ages 5-9 (please see www.cktickets.com for dates and ages). At camp kids will learn about underwater life, be introduced to new sea creatures each day as well as learn about rivers and oceans and where to locate them on a map. Kids will have fun seeing and taking care of real live fish, and through arts and crafts, water activities, science experiments and games, they will be able to identify new things by the end of the week. Kids will have a blast on Environment Day as they learn about environmental dangers in the oceans, and how we can each make a difference to keep the planet safe! Early drop off is available in Studio One at 8:30am, and late pick up available until 4:30pm at Studio One for a small fee. The 5 day program runs from 9am until 4pm, and children will need to bring their own peanut-free snacks and lunches. Please dress appropriate for the weather as we will be spending some time each day outside. This week long program is only $85.00 for Cultural Centre members or $95.00 for non-members. To get your tickets, please contact or visit the Box Office at 519-354-8338 or at www.cktickets.com
Sat. July 11th,
The Dresden Horticultural Society Garden Tour takes place.
Sunday, July 12, 6:30 p.m.
For the 14th season, live music will echo from the natural amphitheatre at Two Creeks Conservation Area just north of Wheatley on Kent Road 1. Ranging from country to bluegrass to blues to gospel to pop, over the season the concerts will provide something for every musical taste and mood. The music is free, although the hat is passed to defray expenses and to continue the work of the volunteers who administer and maintain the conservation area. Light snacks are available from Wheatley Area Scouting. In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be held under the large open-air pavilion on the site. Be sure to bring lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy the music. For more information, visit www.twocreeks.ca or e-mail info@twocreeks.ca.
Telephone 519-324-6988. Tonight’s concert is by River Junction Band – hard driving country.
July 13-16
The South Side Tennis Academy will be offering tennis instruction this summer at the Doug Allin Tennis Courts (JMSS) for youth 10 years and older or born in 1999 or prior to 1999. Head instructor is Larry Lahey. For further information you may call Mr. Lahey (354-1833) or email him (lahlin@sympatico.ca) to request a registration form which will have further information.
July 15, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Need a cure for summer boredom? Wacky Wednesdays at the Ridge House Museum are back! Boys and girls, aged 5 to10, are invited to the Ridge House Museum on Wednesday afternoons this summer for crafts, games, and activities. Each themed day will begin with a story from one of our favourite books. After our story, we will dive into theme-related crafts. Make your own scarecrow from the Wizard of Oz or join us for Mary Poppins Day to make and decorate your own kite! Plant bean seeds just like Jack or visit on Little Vampire Day when we make our very own crushed-can bats! Today’s theme is Pirates. Space is limited, so you must register your child at least one week in advance! Sign up for as many days as you would like. The cost is $10 per child for each Wednesday afternoon attended. For more information, or to register, call the Ridge House Museum at 519-674-2223 or email ckridgehouse@chatham-kent.ca.
Sunday, July 19, 6:30 p.m.
For the 14th season, live music will echo from the natural amphitheatre at Two Creeks Conservation Area just north of Wheatley on Kent Road 1. Ranging from country to bluegrass to blues to gospel to pop, over the season the concerts will provide something for every musical taste and mood. The music is free, although the hat is passed to defray expenses and to continue the work of the volunteers who administer and maintain the conservation area. Light snacks are available from Wheatley Area Scouting. In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be held under the large open-air pavilion on the site. Be sure to bring lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy the music. For more information, visit www.twocreeks.ca or e-mail info@twocreeks.ca.
Telephone 519-324-6988. Tonight’s concert is by (to be announced) - bluegrass
July 20-23
The South Side Tennis Academy will be offering tennis instruction this summer at the Doug Allin Tennis Courts (JMSS) for youth 10 years and older or born in 1999 or prior to 1999. Head instructor is Larry Lahey. For further information you may call Mr. Lahey (354-1833) or email him (lahlin@sympatico.ca) to request a registration form which will have further information.
July 20-31
Take A Bow Productions is offering a 2-week Drama Session for children 9-12 years of age. Students learn method acting, character development, character techniques, voice, scene study, dance, movement, set design, Improv techniques, costuming, black light theatre, mask making and much more. Students perform a One-hour variety show at the end of each session. Cost for program is $225.00 with All Materials Included. Early drop off at 8:30 and late pick-up until 4:30 are offered. Lunch is supervised. To register, contact the Chatham Cultural Centre box office at 519.354.8338. Or go on line at www.cktickets.com <http://www.cktickets.com/>
July 20-31, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (early drop-off 8:30 a.m., late pick-up 4:30 available)
This two-week session for age 9-11 years is designed to get kids excited about prehistoric life, ancient jungles and rain forests, the possibility of unknown animal species and all kinds of art making methods. Explore jungles and rain forests of the past and the present to see what is currently living in them and what has lived there in the past. Carve prehistoric caves out of clay, draw a prehistoric man in pencil, and learn about life for man before the ice age. Place: Studio 2, Chatham Cultural Centre Price: $215 for two-week session, member discounts available. Tickets are available online at www.cktickets.com, at the box office at 75 William Street North, or by phone at 519.354.8338.
July 22, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Need a cure for summer boredom? Wacky Wednesdays at the Ridge House Museum are back! Boys and girls, aged 5 to10, are invited to the Ridge House Museum on Wednesday afternoons this summer for crafts, games, and activities. Each themed day will begin with a story from one of our favourite books. After our story, we will dive into theme-related crafts. Make your own scarecrow from the Wizard of Oz or join us for Mary Poppins Day to make and decorate your own kite! Plant bean seeds just like Jack or visit on Little Vampire Day when we make our very own crushed-can bats! Today’s theme is Mary Poppins. Space is limited, so you must register your child at least one week in advance! Sign up for as many days as you would like. The cost is $10 per child for each Wednesday afternoon attended. For more information, or to register, call the Ridge House Museum at 519-674-2223 or email ckridgehouse@chatham-kent.ca.
July 24, 25, 26
Dresden Exhibition. This year’s theme is “Meet Me at the Fair” and new this year is the Parade on Saturday at 11 a.m.
Sunday, July 26, 6:30 p.m.
For the 14th season, live music will echo from the natural amphitheatre at Two Creeks Conservation Area just north of Wheatley on Kent Road 1. Ranging from country to bluegrass to blues to gospel to pop, over the season the concerts will provide something for every musical taste and mood. The music is free, although the hat is passed to defray expenses and to continue the work of the volunteers who administer and maintain the conservation area. Light snacks are available from Wheatley Area Scouting. In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be held under the large open-air pavilion on the site. Be sure to bring lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy the music. For more information, visit www.twocreeks.ca or e-mail info@twocreeks.ca.
Telephone 519-324-6988. Tonight’s concert is by the Laws – Canada’s greatest folk duo since Ian and Sylvia.
July 27 to August 21
TK Wings Performers Training Camp will be held in Unit T206 upstairs in the Downtown Chatham Centre. The camp, for youth ages 8 - 15 is a comprehensive arts program offering development in various theatre concepts, providing confidence-building skills and encouraging participants to explore communication and cultural activities. This Session will produce the musical version of "The Velveteen Rabbit" and will take the participants through the entire process of mounting a theatrical production, which will be performed for the public on the final day of each camp. The camp will be adjusted according to interest, so if a child loves theatre but would rather work backstage than perform, whether it be making costumes or learning about stage lighting, he or she is welcome to do so. Attendance is just $400 for four full weeks. It's $300 to add an additional child from the same family or for the same child to attend a second camp. Call Gina Paradis at 519-354-6388 or email paradao@mnsi.net for more information or to register
July 29, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Need a cure for summer boredom? Wacky Wednesdays at the Ridge House Museum are back! Boys and girls, aged 5 to10, are invited to the Ridge House Museum on Wednesday afternoons this summer for crafts, games, and activities. Each themed day will begin with a story from one of our favourite books. After our story, we will dive into theme-related crafts. Make your own scarecrow from the Wizard of Oz or join us for Mary Poppins Day to make and decorate your own kite! Plant bean seeds just like Jack or visit on Little Vampire Day when we make our very own crushed-can bats! Today’s theme is The Paper Bag Princess. Space is limited, so you must register your child at least one week in advance! Sign up for as many days as you would like. The cost is $10 per child for each Wednesday afternoon attended. For more information, or to register, call the Ridge House Museum at 519-674-2223 or email ckridgehouse@chatham-kent.ca.
July 31, 8:00 p.m.
The Retro Suites Hotel is inviting those with a fascination for the supernatural to join the hotel for a series of summer ghost walks through Chatham’s downtown streets. Local historians Sheila Gibbs and Jim Gilbert will once again lead the hour-long, monthly strolls in conjunction with RetroFest. The lantern-lit walks will begin, rain or shine from the lobby of the Retro Suites Hotel, located at 2 King Street West. Tickets are $10 per person and $5 for children 12 and under. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel at 1-866-617-3876.
Sunday, August 2, 12:00 p.m.
Wheatley Optimist Club Presents...the 6th Annual Wheatley Idol Talent Competition, at Two Creeks Conservation Area. Overall Winner will WIN a RECORDING PACKAGE sponsored by Professional Studios & more.
Sunday, August 2, 6:30 p.m.
For the 14th season, live music will echo from the natural amphitheatre at Two Creeks Conservation Area just north of Wheatley on Kent Road 1. Ranging from country to bluegrass to blues to gospel to pop, over the season the concerts will provide something for every musical taste and mood. The music is free, although the hat is passed to defray expenses and to continue the work of the volunteers who administer and maintain the conservation area. Light snacks are available from Wheatley Area Scouting. In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be held under the large open-air pavilion on the site. Be sure to bring lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy the music. For more information, visit www.twocreeks.ca or e-mail info@twocreeks.ca.
Telephone 519-324-6988. Tonight’s concert is by Ron Leary with Mr. Chill and Scotty Hughes – ballads, folk and country rock.
Aug.4-14, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (early drop-off 8:30 a.m., late pick-up 4:30 available)
Playing in a Dinosaur’s Jungle - Art Camp for Kids
This two-week session for age 10-14 years is designed to get kids excited about prehistoric life, ancient jungles and rain forests, the possibility of unknown animal species and all kinds of art making methods. Explore jungles and rain forests of the past and the present to see what is currently living in them and what has lived there in the past. Carve prehistoric caves out of clay, draw a prehistoric man in pencil, and learn about life for man before the ice age. Place: Studio 2, Chatham Cultural Centre Price: $215 for two-week session, member discounts available. Tickets are available online at www.cktickets.com, at the box office at 75 William Street North, or by phone at 519.354.8338.
August 4-21
Take A Bow Productions is offering a 2-week Drama Session for children 9-17 years of age. Students learn method acting, character development, character techniques, voice, scene study, dance, movement, set design, Improv techniques, costuming, black light theatre, mask making and much more. Students perform a One-hour variety show at the end of each session. Cost for program is $335.00 with All Materials Included. Early drop off at 8:30 and late pick-up until 4:30 are offered. Lunch is supervised. To register, contact the Chatham Cultural Centre box office at 519.354.8338. Or go on line at www.cktickets.com <http://www.cktickets.com/>
August 5, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Need a cure for summer boredom? Wacky Wednesdays at the Ridge House Museum are back! Boys and girls, aged 5 to10, are invited to the Ridge House Museum on Wednesday afternoons this summer for crafts, games, and activities. Each themed day will begin with a story from one of our favourite books. After our story, we will dive into theme-related crafts. Make your own scarecrow from the Wizard of Oz or join us for Mary Poppins Day to make and decorate your own kite! Plant bean seeds just like Jack or visit on Little Vampire Day when we make our very own crushed-can bats! Today’s theme is The Little Vampire. Space is limited, so you must register your child at least one week in advance! Sign up for as many days as you would like. The cost is $10 per child for each Wednesday afternoon attended. For more information, or to register, call the Ridge House Museum at 519-674-2223 or email ckridgehouse@chatham-kent.ca.
Friday, August 7, 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Are you looking to meet like-minded artistic individuals? Are you feeling lonely working by yourself in the studio all day? Miss those great conversations you used to have in art/music/drama class? Then the ARTbar is for you! The ARTbar is the place to socialize with artists and like-minded people. It is open to everyone; visual and performing artists, spoken/written word, musicians and wannabes. A cash bar is available to help the creativity flow. ARTbar is happening the first Friday of every month this summer, June 5th, July 3rd, August 7th, and September 4th from 6 until 9pm. Itπs being held in Studio 2 of the Chatham Cultural Centre – a great space to work on your
art or just hang out. Bongos and berets are optional! No cover charge!
August 9
On the 9th of August 2009 from 1-5pm, Sprucewood Shores Estate Winery will be hosting the 15th Annual Southwestern Ontario Vintage Tasting. This much anticipated event will bring together our regions vintners, showcasing their best vintage wines.
Come out and enjoy an afternoon of delicious food, entertainment, and wine from around the region. Tickets are $50 per person; as this event sells out fast, please purchase your tickets early or call (519)-738-9253 to reserve your tickets today.
Sunday, August 9, 6:30 p.m.
For the 14th season, live music will echo from the natural amphitheatre at Two Creeks Conservation Area just north of Wheatley on Kent Road 1. Ranging from country to bluegrass to blues to gospel to pop, over the season the concerts will provide something for every musical taste and mood. The music is free, although the hat is passed to defray expenses and to continue the work of the volunteers who administer and maintain the conservation area. Light snacks are available from Wheatley Area Scouting. In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be held under the large open-air pavilion on the site. Be sure to bring lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy the music. For more information, visit www.twocreeks.ca or e-mail info@twocreeks.ca.
Telephone 519-324-6988. Tonight’s concert is by The Connection – Southern and contemporary gospel group featuring The Baileys.
August 12, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Need a cure for summer boredom? Wacky Wednesdays at the Ridge House Museum are back! Boys and girls, aged 5 to10, are invited to the Ridge House Museum on Wednesday afternoons this summer for crafts, games, and activities. Each themed day will begin with a story from one of our favourite books. After our story, we will dive into theme-related crafts. Make your own scarecrow from the Wizard of Oz or join us for Mary Poppins Day to make and decorate your own kite! Plant bean seeds just like Jack or visit on Little Vampire Day when we make our very own crushed-can bats! Today’s theme is Jack and the Beanstock. Space is limited, so you must register your child at least one week in advance! Sign up for as many days as you would like. The cost is $10 per child for each Wednesday afternoon attended. For more information, or to register, call the Ridge House Museum at 519-674-2223 or email ckridgehouse@chatham-kent.ca.
Sunday, August 16, 6:30 p.m.
For the 14th season, live music will echo from the natural amphitheatre at Two Creeks Conservation Area just north of Wheatley on Kent Road 1. Ranging from country to bluegrass to blues to gospel to pop, over the season the concerts will provide something for every musical taste and mood. The music is free, although the hat is passed to defray expenses and to continue the work of the volunteers who administer and maintain the conservation area. Light snacks are available from Wheatley Area Scouting. In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be held under the large open-air pavilion on the site. Be sure to bring lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy the music. For more information, visit www.twocreeks.ca or e-mail info@twocreeks.ca.
Telephone 519-324-6988. Tonight’s concert is by the Back Beatniks – pop music of the 50’s and 60’s.
August 21, 8:00 p.m.
The Retro Suites Hotel is inviting those with a fascination for the supernatural to join the hotel for a series of summer ghost walks through Chatham’s downtown streets. Local historians Sheila Gibbs and Jim Gilbert will once again lead the hour-long, monthly strolls in conjunction with RetroFest. The lantern-lit walks will begin, rain or shine from the lobby of the Retro Suites Hotel, located at 2 King Street West. Tickets are $10 per person and $5 for children 12 and under. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel at 1-866-617-3876.
Saturday, August 22
ATTENTION CHATHAM-KENT ARTISTS & ARTISANS. The Capitol Theatre is presenting the 2nd Annual Mayor's Gala for the Arts. The majority of the funds raised from this year's gala will support the ongoing efforts to restore and open the Capitol Theatre. Additional support will be directed to other deserving arts organizations
in our community. The theme is "Paris By Night". To this end, we are hoping to create the feel of a Parisian Riverfront Art display. In Paris on the Seine, artists often will set up and display their wares and be creating while people stroll by. This allows them to sell their work and also showcase it. We are looking for artists who would be willing to set up in Tecumseh Park on the evening of the 22nd and showcase their art. Whatever else that you want to do, such as drawing or painting while the evening is going on, is up to
you. You would need to provide your own tables and awning if you wish, (suggested, due to possible weather constraints). Artists are subject to approval from the Mayor's Gala committee. For more information, or to request space, please contact Cathy Handsor at marketing@chathamcapitoltheatre.com.
Sunday, August 23, 6:30 p.m.
For the 14th season, live music will echo from the natural amphitheatre at Two Creeks Conservation Area just north of Wheatley on Kent Road 1. Ranging from country to bluegrass to blues to gospel to pop, over the season the concerts will provide something for every musical taste and mood. The music is free, although the hat is passed to defray expenses and to continue the work of the volunteers who administer and maintain the conservation area. Light snacks are available from Wheatley Area Scouting. In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be held under the large open-air pavilion on the site. Be sure to bring lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy the music. For more information, visit www.twocreeks.ca or e-mail info@twocreeks.ca.
Telephone 519-324-6988. Tonight’s concert is by Dale Butler Trio Plus – Folk and Gospel.
Sunday August 30, 6:30 p.m.
For the 14th season, live music will echo from the natural amphitheatre at Two Creeks Conservation Area just north of Wheatley on Kent Road 1. Ranging from country to bluegrass to blues to gospel to pop, over the season the concerts will provide something for every musical taste and mood. The music is free, although the hat is passed to defray expenses and to continue the work of the volunteers who administer and maintain the conservation area. Light snacks are available from Wheatley Area Scouting. In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be held under the large open-air pavilion on the site. Be sure to bring lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy the music. For more information, visit www.twocreeks.ca or e-mail info@twocreeks.ca.
Telephone 519-324-6988. Tonight’s concert is by Regael – favourites bringing the music of Ireland and Great Britain.
Friday, September 4, 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Are you looking to meet like-minded artistic individuals? Are you feeling lonely working by yourself in the studio all day? Miss those great conversations you used to have in art/music/drama class? Then the ARTbar is for you! The ARTbar is the place to socialize with artists and like-minded people. It is open to everyone; visual and performing artists, spoken/written word, musicians and wannabes. A cash bar is available to help the creativity flow. ARTbar is happening the first Friday of every month this summer, June 5th, July 3rd, August 7th, and September 4th from 6 until 9pm. Itπs being held in Studio 2 of the Chatham Cultural Centre – a great space to work on your
art or just hang out. Bongos and berets are optional! No cover charge!
September 13
The Chatham Kent Women’s Centre is hosting a very exciting event and we need MEN to walk. We’re here to tell the world that men can help put an end to violence. Walk a Mile in Her Shoes®: The International Men’s March to Stop Rape, Sexual Assault & Gender Violence asks men to literally walk one mile in women’s shoes while raising funds and awareness for the Chatham Kent Women’s Centre. The entire community is invited to participate – men, women and children. Pre registration is required for the male walker to receive his own pair of high heeled shoes. Registration and additional pledges will also be accepted the morning of the walk, however shoe availability cannot be guaranteed. Team sponsors are encouraged. If you or a man that you know would like to participate please let us know ASAP so we can guarantee to have a pair of shoes in your size. Contact Tonya Verburg, Residential Manager Chatham Kent Women's Centre, at 519-351-9145 ext. 223 (1-800-265-0598) or email tonyav@ckwc.org.
October 2, Lunch
A Luncheon Fashion Show takes place at T-Bones Grill House, 953 Charing Cross Rd., Chatham to benefit the Chatham-Kent Children’s Safety Village. Call 519-360-9401 to reserve a table.
November 4, Lunch
A Luncheon Fashion Show takes place at Glitters Fun Eatery, 162 King St., Chatham to benefit the Chatham Goodfellows. Call 519-352-0820 to reserve a table.
November 17, 18, 19
Take a Bow Productions presents the Broadway rock musical, RENT. Winner of nearly every major industry award, including the 1996 Pulitzer Prize for Drama and the 1996 Tony Award for Best Musical, RENT continues to be a cornerstone of modern American musical theatre. RENT first opened at the off-Broadway, New York Theatre Workshop. The New York Times theatre critic Ben Brantley called it an “exhilarating, landmark rock opera” with a “glittering, inventive score” that “shimmers with hope for the future of the American musical.” The performance takes place at the Kiwanis Theatre, Chatham Cultural Centre.
December 2, Lunch
A Luncheon Fashion Show takes place at Satellite Restaurant, 145 King St., Chatham to benefit the Kidney Foundation. Call 519-352-5281 to reserve a table.
