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Things to do in and around Chatham-Kent!
Tuesday, June 30, 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
July 2-31
The Municipal Youth Council is excited to announce a series of dances to keep youth busy this summer. The Municipal Youth Council has partnered with local youth DJ Christopher Glassford of CG Audio to provide music that will appeal to a variety of tastes. Thursdays are pre-teen nights for those aged 10-13 (not yet in high school) and Fridays are reserved for teens 14-18 (high school students) until the end of July. Each week has a theme with a semi-formal event planned for the final week. Admission is $5 and a canteen is available. Dates and themes include:
Pre-teen
7pm-10:30pm
Teen
7:30pm-11:00pm
Theme
Location
July 2
July 3
Country Music Night
Kinsmen Auditorium
July 9
July 10
Techno
Kinsmen Auditorium
July 16
July 17
Cyber Request Night
Kinsmen Auditorium
July 23
July 24
Hawaiian Luau
Civic Centre Patio
July 30
July 31
Semi-Formal
Kinsmen Auditorium
Details and up-to-date information can be found at www.ckyouth.com.
Further information by contacting the Municipal Youth Council at 360-1998.
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
July 10, 11
Come downtown and celebrate Tastefest with ARTspace. Works of art created by local artists will be on display and for sale in the “Ontario’s Finest” Wine Pavilion in the Downtown Chatham Centre for two days only! Friday July 10th from 11 - 9 and Saturday July 11th from 10 - 5:30. Come try a glass of Ontario wine and take in some food and drink themed work.
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.
Saturday, July 25, 1:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
East Side Pride Committee, along with neighbourhood partner Woodstock Industrial Institute, are celebrating 10 years of building a safer neighbourhood by hosting a party at the WISH Center and Taylor Park. Free BBQ in Taylor Park, Basketball- 3 on 3, Dance Competition, Swimming, Games, Face painting, Entertainment, Door Prizes, Clown and Magic; Fire, Police, Ambulance displays and much more! Pre-Register for dance and basketball competitions at the WISH Centre
Saturday, July 25
The Milner Heritage House, Ridgetown will be hosting a Victorian picnic complete with a poetry reading contest. Contestants are asked to pick a poem that was published between the years of 1837 and 1901 and to recite or read the poem at the Victorian Picnic in Tecumseh Park. Victorian or Victorian-inspired dress is required. The winner of the contest will be chosen by those in attendance at the picnic, and a prize of $50 will be awarded. Poems do not have to be memorized. Those wishing to enter the contest may do so by calling 519.354.8338 or visiting the Cultural Centre Box Office at 75 William Street North, Chatham. Contestants must leave the title of the poem and its author along with their personal information. The contest is limited to 10 contestants on a first-come, first-served basis. Poems must not be longer than 5 minutes in length.
Saturday, July 25, 11:30 a.m.
The Milner Heritage House will recreate a Victorian Family Picnic in the park. Guests will dine on china plates, and listen to traditional fiddle music. After a delectable “en plein air” lunch, ladies and gentlemen will be treated to a Victorian poetry recitation contest in which 10 contestants will recite a Victorian poem of their choice. Winners of the contest will be chosen by the picnic guests and a $50 prize will be awarded to the winner. Luncheon activities will be followed by traditional Victorian games and races – three legged, potato sack, spoon & egg, and the less rigorous croquet. Prizes will also be awarded. The Victorian Family Picnic begins at 11:30 a.m. with lunch served at noon. The cost for the catered lunch is $15 and pre-registration is required. Discounts are offered for members of the Chatham Cultural Centre. Reservations may be made by calling 519.354.8338, visiting the Chatham Cultural Centre Box Office, or by credit card at www.cktickets.com. For those wishing to only participate in the game portion, registration is not required. The games will begin at 1:45 p.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.
Saturday, August 1, 6:00 p.m.
The door between the past and the present will open once again when the Ridge House Museum, along with its many dedicated volunteers, presents the 10th Annual Spirit Ride. Experience the simple joy and pleasure of a wagon ride as you are entertained with historical sketches and colourful tales of lively characters from Ridgetown’s past. As a special treat this year, characters from different decades will mix and mingle with each other to give spirit riders a glimpse into how life in Ridgetown has changed through the generations. Wagons will leave the Ridge House Museum every twenty minutes beginning at 7 pm and lasting approximately one hour. This year, we will have a barbeque in the back yard from 6 pm to 8 pm serving up low-cost tasty treats and refreshments! All proceeds of the barbeque will go to “Öa time to mournÖ,” a bereavement group consisting of ex-clients who would like to support others in need. Stop in at the Ridge House Museum and get your tickets today! Individual tickets are $7 and children under 12 are free with the purchase of an adult ticket. All riders require a ticket and are encouraged to purchase them ahead of time to ensure availability. A limited number of tickets will be available on the day of the Spirit Ride, August 1, from 1 pm to 5 pm and from 6 pm to 8:30 pm. For more information or to book your seat on a ride: phone 519 674 2223, email ckridgehouse@chatham-kent.ca, or stop in at the museum, located at 53 Erie Street South in Ridgetown, open daily 1 pm to 5 pm.
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.
Monday, August 3 (Civic Holiday)
Bothwell Town-Wide Yard Sales. Food Booth and washrooms available at the Bothwell Legion starting at 7:00 a.m.
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.
August 5-29
An installation by Chatham-Kent artist Mark Reinhart will be featured at ARTspace August 5 to August 29, 2009. An opening will take place on August 6th @ 7 pm at ARTspace. Reinhart is interested in colour, seeing it in different ways, and in antithesis to its location. Reinhart’s work favours movement, and interaction, and seeks to constantly rearrange the components that make it up through change, surprise, rhythm, and beat. Reinhart has his B.A. from the University of Western Ontario where he studied film, culture, and writing, as well as visual art. 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 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.
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!
Saturday, August 8, 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Come and relive the good old days with blueberries and entertainment at the Blueberry Social at the Ridge House Museum in Ridgetown. We will be serving fresh blueberries and homemade vanilla ice cream! While enjoying your fresh berries and homemade ice cream, you can listen to live music and take part in old-fashioned games and activities – challenge your friends and family to a game of crokinole, leapfrog, or a sack race.
You may also enjoy a personal tour through the house with one of our costumed interpreters. Don’t miss your chance to explore Contain Your Enthusiasm, an exhibit highlighting storage containers from native clay pots to modern day plastic storage! Before you leave the Ridge House Museum, purchase your very own homemade blueberry pie to enjoy later (limited quantities). Tickets to the Ridge House Museum Blueberry Social are $10 per person and $5 for children under 10 years of age. Tickets must be purchased prior to August 5th. There will be a small number of tickets available at the gate on the day of the event. Chatham Cultural Centre Membership discounts apply. For further information or to purchase a ticket please call 519 674 2223, click www.chatham-kent.ca/ridgehouse, email ckridgehouse@chatham-kent.ca, or stop in at the museum, located at 53 Erie Street South in Ridgetown, open daily 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
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 9-12
Mark your calendars! The Communities in Bloom National judges will be here August 9th -12th which is a little later than has been customary. Hope to see you along the way!
The TENTATIVE itinerary has us in the following communities on these days:
Sun. Aug. 9 pm - Chatham
Mon. Aug. 10 am - North & South Buxton, Merlin, Tilbury
pm - Wheatley, Erieau, Blenheim, Ridgetown
Tues. Aug. 11 am - Ridgetown, Thamesville, Bothwell
pm - Dresden, Mitchell's Bay, Chatham
Wed. Aug. 12 am - Wallaceburg & depart to Sarnia
Monday, August 10, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Designed to fit into your schedule and whisk you away from the every day, ARTspace announces Art Camp for Adults! For three Mondays in August ART space will be holding small, personal classes instructed by ARTspace exhibiting members. Today’s class is “Bold, Beautiful Leaves” with Tracy Bultje. Students will learn basic watercolour techniques with an emphasis on colour theory by painting various arrangements of leaves. This is a vibrant, exciting session for anyone who wishes to relax and experience the wonder of colour and the beauty of design. Bultje is a self-taught artist who works full-time in her home studio in Chatham. Many children and adults have enjoyed her enthusiastic approach to teaching art. Bultje has developed a series of fun and comprehensive lessons through teaching for over 15 years. Recently, she has been working on large canvasses in acrylic and displays some of her smaller works at ARTspace. Lunch will be provided at the Satellite restaurant. Class size is limited to only 8 students per class, so sign up today before spaces run out! The cost is $60 plus GST per student, supplies included. To register or find out more information contact ARTspace between Monday and Friday from 10am to 5pm at 519-352-1064.
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.
Monday, August 17, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Designed to fit into your schedule and whisk you away from the every day, ARTspace announces Art Camp for Adults! For three Mondays in August ART space will be holding small, personal classes instructed by ARTspace exhibiting members. Today’s class is “Colour Mixing in Landscape Painting” with Leonard Jubenville The purpose of the workshop will be to teach participants how to manipulate colour to achieve dimension in painting. Aerial perspective will also be explored. Students will learn how to make objects appear to advance and recede by using colour contrast and intensity. The goal of the day will be to achieve a balanced composition with colour. Jubenville is currently represented by Scollard Street Gallery in Yorkville, Ontario and has also had a solo exhibition at the Thames Art Gallery. Jubenville is well known for his landscape paintings of the area. Lunch will be provided at the Satellite restaurant. Class size is limited to only 8 students per class, so sign up today before spaces run out! The cost is $60 plus GST per student, supplies included. To register or find out more information contact ARTspace between Monday and Friday from 10am to 5pm at 519-352-1064.
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.
Monday, August 24, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Designed to fit into your schedule and whisk you away from the every day, ARTspace announces Art Camp for Adults! For three Mondays in August ART space will be holding small, personal classes instructed by ARTspace exhibiting members. Today’s class is “Using Photographs in the Painting Process” with Scott Livingstone Students will bring in photographs of landscape (their own, or clipped from magazines) with the intention of producing a landscape painting in acrylics. Students will learn to manipulate source photos and produce an original work from these sources. Various techniques in acrylics will be explored during this workshop. Livingstone has been painting and teaching in the CK area for 25 years. He has exhibited work widely in the area and has been a regular contributor to "Eye for Art" and various juried exhibitions in South-western Ontario. Scott's work varies from realistic landscape paintings and drawings, to
non-objective paintings and sculpture. Lunch will be provided at the Satellite restaurant. Class size is limited to only 8 students per class, so sign up today before spaces run out! The cost is $60 plus GST per student, supplies included. To register or find out more information contact ARTspace between Monday and Friday from 10am to 5pm at 519-352-1064.
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 5, 6, 7, 13, 14
Theatre Kentπs season kicks off its season with the musical Evita. This musical masterpiece by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice tells the story of the controversial first lady of Argentina. Evita is being directed by Jamie Johnston with musical direction by Tom Overton. 2009-2010 Season subscriptions are available at the reduced rate of $36 until September 30th only. After September 30th subscriptions are on sale for $42 through November 5th. Regular price to see all three shows would be $50. Subscriptions may be purchased at the Chatham Cultural Centre Box Office, 75 William Street North in Chatham, or by calling 519-354-8338, or on cktickets.com. Single tickets go on sale as of September 8th. For more information on Theatre Kent or to get involved either on stage or backstage, visit www.theatrekent.org <http://www.theatrekent.org/> or call 519-436-0043.
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.
December 11, 12
In addition to the subscription season, Theatre Kent is producing the holiday classic A Christmas Story Dec. 11 & 12 , 2009. Ralphieπs quest for a Red Ryder BB Gun comes to life as this favourite holiday film hits the stage. The play is adapted by Philip Grecian from the film and moemoir by Jean Shepherd and will be directed by Karen Robinet
December 22, 12 noon to 10:30 p.m.
The original Olympic flame will be travelling from Athens, Greece and making its journey across Canada, in an effort to “light the land, generate pride in our nation, and celebrate the possible!” The Olympic flame will be passing through a number of Chatham-Kent communities over a three day period, and will be stopping overnight for a very special “cauldron lighting” ceremony in Chatham on December 22, 2009. To celebrate this historic moment, the municipality will be hosting a free full-day event to showcase, honour, and celebrate our community’s cultural diversity, heritage, local accomplishments, and community champions. Taking place at the Kinsmen Auditorium and Memorial Arena, from 12 p.m. until approximately 10:30 p.m., this event includes a full day of free family activities, performances, art demonstrations, and sporting events.
February 4, 5, & 6, 2010
Theatre Kent presents The Elephant Man by Bernard Pomerance. This Tony-Award winning play, based on the life of John Merrick, will be directed by Jane Ingraham. For tickets call Chatham Cultural Centre Box Office, 75 William Street North in Chatham, or by calling 519-354-8338, or on cktickets.com. For more information on Theatre Kent or to get involved either on stage or backstage, visit www.theatrekent.org <http://www.theatrekent.org/> or call 519-436-0043.
May 6, 7, 8, 2010
Theatre Kent’s subscription season wraps up with Opening Night. This hilarious comedy written by Canadian favourite Norm Foster and directed by Jan Holt tells the story of an unusual evening out at the theatre. For tickets call the Chatham Cultural Centre Box Office, 75 William Street North in Chatham, or by calling 519-354-8338, or on cktickets.com. For more information on Theatre Kent or to get involved either on stage or backstage, visit www.theatrekent.org <http://www.theatrekent.org/> or call 519-436-0043.
