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Things to do in and around Chatham-Kent!
Tuesday, October 27, 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.
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 1651Ž2 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.
Wednesday afternoons or Friday mornings
Join the Wii Bowling League at the Wallaceburg Seniors’ Community Centre. No stairs to climb. This can be done sitting in a chair if you are unable to stand. A FUN SOCIAL 2 HOURS. All gaming equipment will be provided. No prior experience with the Wii console is necessary. The league using the Wii electronic game console will be composed of two-person teams. Teams do not have to attend every week, but will need to attend enough days to complete the league schedule. Teams will vie for the “Golden Shoes” Trophy . Less impressive prizes will be handed out to the teams managing the best average score, the best single game score and whatever other milestones or achievements we deem worthy, Sign up dead line by: Oct. 2nd. Fall league 10 weeks ( Oct. 8 Dec. 10th) Wed. 1 3pm or Fridays 9:30 -11:30am. Everyone welcome. Call the Centr at 519-627-6224 for more information.
Every Thursday, Sept. 1 to June 30, 6:30 p.m.
The Kiwanis Club of Ridgetown meets weekly in the basement of the Mount Zion Presbyterian Church, 59 Main St. E., Ridgetown. Summer meetings are hosted by members at various local addresses.
Every Second and Fourth Friday of each month, 7:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
TEENS ROCK for teenagers in grades 7 - 10 meets at the Gym at Charlemont Free Methodist Church, 30127 Brigden Road, R.R.#5, Wallaceburg for basketball, volleyball, soccer, table games, outdoor games, campfires, cookouts, camping trips, community service projects and more. Call 627-8170 or 627-4965 for more details or e-mail janice_smith@cogeco.ca.
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.
Tuesday evenings 6pm - 9pm; October 27, November 3/10/17/24, December 1
The Thames Art Gallery is excited to present their fall class list. Explore visual art with us! There is something for everyone, from the young budding artist to those who wish to polish their skills or tackle something new!. Pottery with Andrea Vuletin - Create a beautiful and practical gift for that special person in your life, or keep it for yourself! Cost: $130+gst member discount available. All classes take place at the Cultural Centre in Studio Two. To book a class, call the box office at 519-354-8338, come into 75 William Street North, or log onto www.cktickets.com. For more information, contact: Mindy Bowls, Thames Art Gallery Curatorial Assistant, The Cultural Centre, 519.354.8346 ext 41 .
Wednesday, October 28, 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.
ERIE RIDGE C.A.T. INVITES YOU TO NETWORKING PARTY
Chatham-Kent’s creative community living or working along Lake Erie from Buxton to Palmyra is invited to an evening of art networking and cultural mapping. This will be one of the first chances to experience Smith & Wilson Estate Winery’s new facilities at 8368 Water Street west of Blenheim on Highway #3. The event is being planned by the Erie Ridge Cultural Action Team (CAT). Organisers encourage writers, actors, musicians, visual artists, designers, architects, magicians, crafters, photographers, quilters, framers, journalists – and more - to attend. If you are creative, come and join other like-minded people to meet members of the CAT team. Learn how you can share in plans for growing our economy through culture and hear from Jim and Lisa Gilbert about a proposed Chatham-Kent-wide Arts Festival. You can also talk to web designer Rob Armstrong about tips in designing a web page and optimising your web presence.
You will be invited to place a colour-coded dot on an Erie Ridge CAT map so by the end of the evening clusters of artists/artisans and supporters will emerge. The information will be used to encourage the development of businesses which support and respond to the creative economy. You may be surprised to find how many artists and art-related businesses exist in our community already. There is no cover charge for this event. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres will be served while you purchase specially chosen vintages from Smith & Wilson’s award-winning selection of wines. Please let Cultural Development Coordinator Patricia Peters know if you can join us by telephoning 519 354 8346 extension 43 or by emailing patriciap@chatham-kent.ca.
Friday, October 30th ONLY!
By special request, The Trial of Mary Jacob returns for one repeat performance at St. Thomas Anglican Church. Buses leave the parking lot of the Central Library, 120 Queen St. at 7:00 pm. Witness a re-enactment of the heart-rending story of two little girls lost in a blizzard in Dover Township. This is a true story as is the macabre tale that follows of the unlucky Mary Jacob who had the misfortune to love the wrong man. Tickets are $25 each. Reserve by phoning (519) 436-2058 or (519) 351-2958. Rain or shine; no refunds; Book early!
Monday evenings 6pm - 9pm; November 2/9/16/23/30, December 7
The Thames Art Gallery is excited to present their fall class list. Explore visual art with us! There is something for everyone, from the young budding artist to those who wish to polish their skills or tackle something new!. Watercolour with Hank Bos - this class focuses on basic techniques including paint application, sketching and composition. Cost: $135+gst member discount available All classes take place at the Cultural Centre in Studio Two. To book a class, call the box office at 519-354-8338, come into 75 William Street North, or log onto www.cktickets.com. For more information, contact: Mindy Bowls, Thames Art Gallery Curatorial Assistant, The Cultural Centre, 519.354.8346 ext 41 .
November 4, 12:15 to 12:50 p.m.
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 Kent¹s 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.
Thursday evenings, November 5/12/19/26, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
The Thames Art Gallery is excited to present their fall class list. Explore visual art with us! There is something for everyone, from the young budding artist to those who wish to polish their skills or tackle something new!. Life Drawing II - no instructor present, model and easels provided . Cost: $35+gst member discount available. All classes take place at the Cultural Centre in Studio Two. To book a class, call the box office at 519-354-8338, come into 75 William Street North, or log onto www.cktickets.com. For more information, contact: Mindy Bowls, Thames Art Gallery Curatorial Assistant, The Cultural Centre, 519.354.8346 ext 41 .
Friday, November 6
Chatham's own Canadian Cowgirls have been asked to take part in the opening ceremonies of the Royal Winter Fair. www.royalfair.org by doing an hounor guard for Prince Charles and Dutchess Camilla. Thats right the Royal's will be there too! Join the Canadian Cowgirls at the Royal Winter Fair on Friday November 6, 2009 for just
$90.00 per person (Cash only). INCLUDES: Deluxe Motor Coach Transportation,
Admission to the Royal Agrigcultural Winter Fair, Taxes.
ITINERARY:
6:00 AM Bus Depart Chatham at the Thames Campus Arena (St. Clair College)
9:30 AM Arrive in Toronto
10 AM Opening Ceremony Starts
Enjoy your day as you explore the entertainment and attractions at the fair
6:00 PM Depart Toronto
The bus is filling up fast. Be sure to reserve your spot today this trip is subject to 30 or more passengers.
Call Homer Dick Travel at 519-354-9800 or TJ Stables at 519-354-7517
Saturday mornings, 10am - 12pm; November 7/14/28, December 5 (no class Nov 21)
The Thames Art Gallery is excited to present their fall class list. Explore visual art with us! There is something for everyone, from the young budding artist to those who wish to polish their skills or tackle something new!.. Children’s Printmaking Class with Marshall Heaton - all the basics! for ages 7- 12. Cost: $85 member discount available. All classes take place at the Cultural Centre in Studio Two. To book a class, call the box office at 519-354-8338, come into 75 William Street North, or log onto www.cktickets.com. For more information, contact: Mindy Bowls, Thames Art Gallery Curatorial Assistant, The Cultural Centre, 519.354.8346 ext 41 .
Saturday afternoons November 7/14/28, December 5 (no class Nov 21), 1pm - 3pm
3D Recycled Sculpture Kids Art Class with Irene MacCreadie! Hey kids! Let's make Bugs and Crawly Creatures and build their habitats! Get messy with the Thames Art Gallery and Irene MacCreadie and learn more about the creatures outside your door! As a class, the students will create larger than life-sized habitats for smaller creatures using paint, cardboard boxes and paper mache. Out of recycled materials, students will then create the spiders, mice, insects or snakes that will live in their new habitats. Local artist Irene MacCreadie will take kids ages 5-7 on an adventure to the forest floor to learn about the creatures and habitats they live in. Classes are in Studio 2 of the Chatham Cultural Centre. Cost: $55. Sign up at the Chatham Cultural Centre Box Office 75 William Street N, online at www.cktickets.com or by phone 519-354-8338.
Saturday afternoons, 1pm - 3pm; November 7/14/28, December 5 (no class Nov 21)
The Thames Art Gallery is excited to present their fall class list. Explore visual art with us! There is something for everyone, from the young budding artist to those who wish to polish their skills or tackle something new!. 3-D Recycled Sculptures with Irene MacCreadie - join Irene for a fun-filled afternoon of artmaking! for ages 5 - 7. Cost: $55 member discount available. All classes take place at the Cultural Centre in Studio Two. To book a class, call the box office at 519-354-8338, come into 75 William Street North, or log onto www.cktickets.com. For more information, contact: Mindy Bowls, Thames Art Gallery Curatorial Assistant, The Cultural Centre, 519.354.8346 ext 41 .
Saturday, November 7, 8:00 p.m.
Wallaceburg & District Council for the Arts presents Paul Reddick and his blues band, Dirty and Ragged, described as one of the best blues bands in Canada, at the Jeanne Gordon Theatre, 505 King St., Wallaceburg. Paul has been nominated for two Juno awards, a W.C. Handy Award and has won several Maple Blues Awards. He will be bringing Maple Award winning blues guitarist Teddy Leonard and the rythym section from Blackie and the Rodeo Kings....Here's the web site.....http://www.paulreddick.ca/
Call the Wallaceburg Museum at 519-627-8962 or me at 519-627-5978 for tickets or information......Reserved seating....cash bar... Tickets are $20.
Monday, November 9, 7:00 p.m.
The Chatham-Kent Museum will be talking all about women’s underwear on November 9, 2009 at 7 p.m. This talk is for fans of Jane Austen and the current costume dramas like “Pride and Prejudice” and “Sense and Sensibility,” lovers of fashion history, and those seeking information on civilian clothing during the War of 1812. The years from 1790 to1820, known as the Regency Era, were a time of extreme change in fashion, when the old styles of garments met with intense modification and experimentation. The selection and styles available to women were vast. Dawn Luckham of Daffodown Dilly Historic Costume and Custom Design and a graduate of the Ontario College of Art (now known as OCAD) and the Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, New York will be our guest for the evening. She will guide us through this era and will be bringing reproduction examples of corsets, petticoats, and other undergarments for participants to examine. Tickets for this event are $10 and include refreshments. A cash bar will also be available. Tickets may be purchased at the Cultural Centre Box Office, 75 William Street North, Chatham, or by calling 519.354.8338 or at www.cktickets.com. Tickets may also be purchased at the door.
Tuesday, November 10, 10 a.m. and 12 noon
World War I was the war that began to unite our country. It gave our citizens a sense of unity and helped to form our sense of nationality. The soldiers in the trenches faced many horrific battles combined with heavy casualties. Life for the enlisted was not full of the fame and glory that they had dreamed war would bring them. On November 10, 2009 the Chatham-Kent Museum will be presenting WWI Soldier Comes Alive. The main source of this monologue’s hard hitting script is from the reminiscences of a ninety-two year old veteran. It does not deal with the political causes of the war or the strategy of battles, but with the horrific reality of day to day life as it was in the trenches. This show will be performed in the intimate setting of Studio One. Seating is limited. The 10 a.m. show is already sold out, but the noon show has seats available. Tickets are $5 for students and adults are $10. Tickets may be purchased at the Cultural Centre Box Office, 75 William Street North, by calling 519.354.8338 or at www.cktickets.com.
Saturday, November 14, 7:30 p.m.
Former students, colleagues and friends of the late Janet Wake will
perform a memorial concert in her memory on Saturday, November 14 at
St. Andrew’s United Church, Chatham at 7:30 p.m. The program will
include strings, flute, piano and voice tribute performances. Janet was
well known for her contributions to the community as a music teacher,
church musician, choir director, Kiwanis Music Festival Secretary and
ORMTA member. The concert is presented by the Ontario Registered
Music Teachers’ Association Chatham-Kent Branch. A freewill offering will
be taken to help establish a scholarship in her memory. For further information, please contact Mary Alice Marchand at 519-354-0962 or mamrelxd@mnsi.net. For additional information about Janet Wake, please contact Lois Pepper at 519-354-5448.
Saturday, November 14, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
In celebration of 25 years of prayer for children and schools, Moms In Touch International is hosting a historic prayer event, inviting Christian women from around the world to gather together to “Arise! Cry Out!” for the generations. Don’t miss this unprecedented prayer event at First Baptist Church, 99 Thomas Ave., Wallaceburg, Ont ! Join Moms In Touch International as we stand shoulder to shoulder, exalting and glorifying God, singing songs of praise and uniting as one voice, with one heart, and in one Spirit. For more information contact Carrie Mccaughrin 519-628-5891 registration begins at 8:15 a.m.
November 16
The Chatham Kiwanis Music Festival Committee has recently announced the dates for the 65th Annual Chatham Kiwanis Music Festival. The Festival will be held from April 6 to April 16, 2010. The Grand Concert is scheduled for Tuesday, April 27. Free copies of the Festival syllabus are available at Tony’s One Stop Music Shoppe, Frank’s Music Centre, Strings ‘N’ Things and Gospel Text Book Store in Chatham. Entries must be postmarked no later than November 16, 2009. Band and Choirs entries must be postmarked no later than Dec. 1, 2009. Registrations can be submitted online, for a reduced entry fee, to www.chathamkiwanis.com/musicfestival, beginning November 1. Registrants are encouraged to use online registration but entries can still be submitted by mail. For further information, contact Lois Pepper at 519-354-8644 or Mary Alice Marchand at 519-354-0962 or mamrelxd@mnsi.net.
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. Tickets are $20.00 for adults and $15.00 for students and seniors. This is not a show for young viewers due to mature content. To order your tickets call the Chatham Culture Box Office at 519-354-8338. Or purchase online at www.cktickets.com <http://www.cktickets.com/> and click on the events calendar to order.
November 18 to January 2
ARTspace is proud to present Process≈Product, an exhibition which examines
the ceramic surface. The artists included in this exhibition are: Beth Turnbull Morrish, David Moynihan, Chris Snedden, and Andrea Vuletin. Beth Turnbull Morrish is a maker of artefacts. Her work tells a story of the foods, meals and customs of her personal culture. The pleasure in using these special, unique dishes adds significance to the acts of eating, drinking, serving and socializing. David Moynihan’s goal as a potter is to enhance the experience of use by allowing “the marks and process of production show through his finished works”. Chris Snedden makes pots out of mid-temperature stoneware clay with slip decoration and his own transfer prints. He is primarily interested in using imagery on clay pieces and different firing types. Andrea Vuletin is the guest curator for this exhibition. She is an exhibiting member of ARTspace. Her work often reflects the nature she sees around her in Chatham-Kent and while digging in her garden.For more information please contact ARTspace at 519-352-1064 or ARTspace.tag@gmail.com.
Saturday, November 21, 1:00 to 4:30 p.m.
Sunday, November 22, 1:00 to 4:30 p.m.
The 2009 Christmas House Tour sponsored by the Captain Garnet Brackin and Kent Regiment Chapter IODE takes place on this weekend. This fundraiser includes several local Chatham homes and businesses on tour that have been decorated by local florists. Refreshments are also available. Tickets are $15 per person and are available at local florists and by calling 519-354-0803. More specifics as to the florists participating will be available soon.
Saturday, November 21, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
(CHRISTMAS) GIFTS & MORE plus BAKE SALE takes place at the Wallaceburg Community Centre, 205 James St. ,,Wallaceburg, $15.00 per table …to register your table call 519-627-6224. One of a kind. Door Admission; non perishable item
Tuesday, December 1, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Employer Awareness Workshop, "Complying with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, takes place at Retro Suites, Chatham. Complimentary dinner. Guest speaker: Elaine Austin from Business Takes Action. To register please email info@leapforthebest.com or call 519-974-4221, ext. 242. Register by Nov. 26th.
December 2, Lunch
A Luncheon Fashion Show takes place at Satellite Restaurant, 145 King St., Chatham to benefit Outreach for Hunger. Call 519-352-5281 to reserve a table.
Wednesday, December 2, 7:15 a.m. to 9:15 a.m.
Employer Awareness Workshop, "Complying with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, takes place at the Oaks Inn, Wallaceburg. Complimentary breakfast. Guest speaker: Elaine Austin from Business Takes Action. To register please email info@leapforthebest.com or call 519-974-4221, ext. 242. Register by Nov. 26th.
Thursday, December 3
Wallaceburg & District Museum Bus Trip to Sarnia Imperial Theatre on Thursday, December 3, 2009. Entertainment by Walter Family Country Christmas, afternoon matinee. This outing includes dinner and a stop at Casino Point Edward. $75.00 per person. Tickets are now available at the Wallaceburg Museum, 505 King Street, Wallaceburg. Phone 519 627-8962 to reserve your seat. We are also holding a draw to win this bus trip for 2 people plus $50. spending money. Tickets are $5.00 and only 100 have been printed.
Friday, December 4, 6:00 to 10:00 p.m.
Autism Ontario - Chatham-Kent is hosting a Spa Night for Women fundraiser event at Kinsmen Auditorium in Chatham. Tickets for the event are $20 in advance or $25 at door. These tickets will allow you access to 3 mini spa treatments (15 minutes in length) from the vendors in attendance. For the first 200 people entering the event, a Swag Bag worth $100 will be given. There will be vendors at the site for shopping and 5 speakers during the evening. For ticket information please contact Verna Southgate, Vice-President, Autism Ontario - Chatham-Kent at 519-351-4531.
Saturday, December 5, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Come to the Ridge House Museum to Deck Your Halls… Parents or grandparents bring your favourite little elf to the Ridge House Museum for our festive day of Christmas ornament and craft making. On Saturday, December 5 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. join us when we create holiday memories and jolly decorations to adorn your home for the Christmas season. Parent and child can work together to create their very own huggable Christmas penguin pillow, German paper stars and a sequined ornament to hang on the tree. Pairs will have the opportunity to create other wintry crafts that they can display all winter long. The day is designed so you can work at your own pace in a relaxed environment. Festive holiday tours of the decorated 1875 Ridge House will also be available. Come and see how Christmas trees were decorated during the Victorian era and enjoy some hot apple cider and a tasty holiday treat. The cost for each adult/child pair to attend is $31.50. All supplies, snacks, and a light lunch are included. Advanced booking prior to November 30 is required as space and supplies are limited. For more information or to book your spot contact Ridge House Museum curator today at 519.674.2223 or email ckridgehouse@chatham-kent.ca.
Sunday, December 6, 12 noon to 5:00 p.m.
Wallaceburg & District Historical Society Christmas Home Tour 2009. On the tour will be five beautifully decorated homes in the Dover area plus a tea and pastry break. Tickets $15.00, advance tickets sale locations in Wallaceburg: Westbrook’s Flower Shoppe, Victoria’s Garden and the Wallaceburg Museum; in Chatham the Purple Pansy. For more information please call the Museum at 519 627-8962.
December 11, 12
In addition to the subscription season, Theatre Kent is producing the holiday classic A Christmas Story Dec. 11 & 12 , 2009. Ralphie¹s 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.
The show will be performed in the Kiwanis Theatre at the Chatham Cultural Centre on December 11, and December 12, with both a matinee and evening performance on the 12th with the cost of all tickets remaining at $10 each. Tickets are available now through the Cultural Centre box office by calling 519-354-8338 or online at www.cktickets.com <http://www.cktickets.com> . CONTACT: Jenne Wason Pickard, Theatre Kent,
519-351-3746 or jenne@mydaymusic.com
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.
April 6 to 16 and April 27
The Chatham Kiwanis Music Festival Committee has recently announced the dates for the 65th Annual Chatham Kiwanis Music Festival. The Festival will be held from April 6 to April 16, 2010. The Grand Concert is scheduled for Tuesday, April 27. Free copies of the Festival syllabus are available at Tony’s One Stop Music Shoppe, Frank’s Music Centre, Strings ‘N’ Things and Gospel Text Book Store in Chatham. Entries must be postmarked no later than November 16, 2009. Band and Choirs entries must be postmarked no later than Dec. 1, 2009. Registrations can be submitted online, for a reduced entry fee, to www.chathamkiwanis.com/musicfestival, beginning November 1. Registrants are encouraged to use online registration but entries can still be submitted by mail. For further information, contact Lois Pepper at 519-354-8644 or Mary Alice Marchand at 519-354-0962 or mamrelxd@mnsi.net.
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.
