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Things to do in and around Chatham-Kent!
Tuesday, January 5, 2010
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 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.
January 6, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Employment Workshop- Succeeding At Interviews. Have you ever wondered why some people seem to succeed at interviews? Come and learn the interview techniques that will help you ace your next interview. Free, to everyone. Adult Language & Learning Centre 48 Fifth St., 3rd floor Suite310. To register or for more information call Connie or Norma at 519-354-7424
Friday, January 8
Area experts, including professional cinematographer Michael Jari Davidson will hold workshops on elements of feature film production for Chatham-Kent high school students on Friday, January 8th beginning at 8:30am at St. Clair College, Thames Campus. Jari Davidson will present an Introduction to Professional Cinematography Equipment and Lighting. Other workshops include Special Effects Make-up and Sound Recording for Film with local recording engineer Brett Samsom of Musical Strings and Things. Teachers from local high schools are invited to bring their Communications/Arts students to St. Clair College, Thames Campus for the one-day workshop series. Students are also invited to bring along short samples of their work for a student showcase screening. Interested teachers should contact Paul Bourdeau at Ursuline College or Peter Martin at TVCOGECO. The Film 101 Festival combines the student film competition with a series of film production workshops, and screenings of selected films from the National Film Board of Canada archives. The main purpose of the festival is to encourage the development of student film makers, but members of the general public are welcome to attend the National Film Board screenings and student showcase. The festival is presented by TVCOGECO in partnership with the Chatham-Kent and Sarnia-Lambton regional Boards of Education. Sponsors include Bulldog Design Inc., the National Film Board of Canada and St. Clair College.
January 11, 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.
The Canadian Cancer Society is hosting a support group for individuals living with BREAST cancer. The meeting will be held at the Chatham-Kent Unit office, 746 Richmond St., Units A & B, Chatham from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. There is no fee, but registration for new participants is appreciated. Please call 352-3960 for more information.
January 11 to February 19
Chatham-Kent Teachers and Principals can now book their grade 6 and grade 5/6 classes for safety education programming at the Children’s Safety Village, located in C.M. Wilson Conservation Area. Chatham-Kent Police will address Internet Safety and Cyber Proofing, Chatham-Kent Paramedics will teach Basic First-Aid and the role of the paramedic, and C-K Farm Safety Association will focus on ATV, lawnmower and farm safety. All programs presented are set as per the Ontario School Curriculum guidelines. This service is free of charge thanks to the many sponsors and donors who care about the personal safety training of the youth of Chatham-Kent. Bookings are based on a first come first serve basis. Call 519-360-1270 or visit www.cksafetyvillage.org to book your class or for more information.
Tuesday, January 12, 7:00 to 10:00 p.m.
The Wallaceburg and District Museum is offering a clock repair course on Tuesday evenings. The ten week course will begin January 12, 2010. Classes will be held from 7 to 10 p.m. weekly at the Museum, 505 King Street, Wallaceburg. For more information call Eldon Grant at 627-5870, or contact the Museum at 627-8962
Tuesday, January 12, 7:00 p.m.
The Erie Ridge Cultural Action Team (CAT) has organised an information meeting as a follow-up to their October successful networking and mapping event. Everyone interested in expanding cultural activities in Chatham-Kent is encouraged to attend the free gathering at the Ridgetown Municipal Centre on Main Street (opposite Foodland).
The highlight of the evening will be a talk by Director of Economic Development Kathy Weiss. Ms. Weiss will share some practical ideas about how the Municipal departments of Economic Development and of Tourism can work together with artists, craftspeople, writers, actors, designers, photographers, artisans and others to create a more culturally-connected economic base in Chatham-Kent. Also speaking on the evening will be a representative from the Highgate United Church. Members of the congregation are being pro-active in looking for a creative re-use of the building when church services stop in June this year. Some of the options being explored involve possible studio spaces and/or a performance venue. The Erie Ridge CAT extends from North Buxton to Palmyra but for this special meeting, all Chatham-Kent CAT members and other local artists and crafters are invited to attend. Light refreshments will be served so an indication of attendance would be appreciated by Erie Ridge CAT Chair Heather Gaze at hgaze@sympatico.ca or telephone 519 674 0999.
January 12, 13, 14, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Job Search Workshop- Entering the Canadian Workplace. This is a Job Search Workshop for newcomers to Canada who have not found a job of their choice.
This is a free three-day workshop that provides resume writing and cover letters tips, interview preparation, strategies to tap hidden job markets, self-branding and networking, and more. To register or for more information call Connie or Norma at 519-354-7424, Adult Language & Learning Centre 48 Fifth St., 3rd floor Suite 310, Chatham.
Saturday, January 16, 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
The Wallaceburg and District Museum is welcoming the New Year with a double bill feature. The museum will be showing two blockbuster hits in partnership with the Chatham-Kent’s Municipal Youth Committee and the Wallaceburg Museum Youth Committee. At 2 pm we will be showing “Clouding with a Chance of Meatballs”. There
will be fun activities for the children and maybe for the moms and dads. If you can’t make it for the matinee show, don’t worry. We will be showing “Where the Wilds Things Are” at 7 pm. The museum doors will be open at 6 pm so you can come in and check out our latest displays. Admission to the museum is $2 for individuals and $5 for a family of four. With your admission, you will receive a voucher for a pop and popcorn. The voucher is limited to 1 per person. For more information contact Adam at 519-627-8962.
Saturday, January 16,
Manulife Walk for Memories Raises Crucial Funds to Stem the Rising Tide of Dementia. This event supports local services for people with dementia and their caregivers. The Alzheimer Society of Chatham-Kent’s Manulife Walk for Memories has
special urgency this year amidst news of the escalating numbers of people with dementia and the potential crippling effect on Canadian families, the health care system and the economy. The Walk will be held on the morning of Saturday, January 16th at the Downtown Chatham Centre. Supporters can donate or register to walk and collect pledges at www.walkformemories.ca or by contacting the Alzheimer Society of Chatham-Kent at 519.352.1043.
Sunday, January 17, 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Toy Show and Sale. Come and see Farm toys, Trucks, Construction Vehicles, Cars, Trains, Boats, Planes, Dolls, Hot Wheels, Tonka, Collectibles and much more! Chatham Aeronauts Model Flying Club Display, Chatham Model Railroad Club Display. The Chatham-Kent Block Parent Program will provide a fingerprint identification clinic from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. NEW Location: St. Joseph's Parish Centre, 184 Wellington St. West, Chatham. Admission: Adults $3, students $2, children 6 and under free. For Toy Show info call 519-352-8365. Proceeds to Essex-Kent Junior Farmers and Chatham-Kent 4-H.
Monday, January 18, 7:00 p.m.
The Kiwanis Theatre presents the 1953 classic film, From Here to Eternity.
From Here to Eternity is a drama film based on the novel of the same name by James Jones. It deals with the troubles of soldiers, played by Burt Lancaster, Montgomery Clift, Frank Sinatra and Ernest Borgnine stationed onHawaii in the months leading up to theattack on Pearl Harbor. Deborah Kerr and Donna Reed portray the women in their lives. The film won eight Academy Awards out of 13 nominations, including Best Picture, Best Director (Fred Zinnemann), Best Writing, Adapted Screenplay, Best Supporting Actor (Sinatra) and Best Supporting Actress (Reed). Tickets for Cake & Classics: From Here to Eternity are $10 each and include the movie, a piece of decadent cake, and a glass of wine. There will not be an intermission. To reserve your seat and piece of decadent cake, contact the Cultural Centre box office at 519.354.8338, come in to 75 William Street North, or log onto www.cktickets.com.
Tuesday, January 19, 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.
The Canadian Cancer Society is hosting a support group for individuals living with cancer. The meeting will be held at the Chatham-Kent Unit office, 746 Richmond St., Units A & B, Chatham from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. There is no fee, but registration for new participants is appreciated. Please call 352-3960 for more information.
Wednesday, January 20, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
The Chatham-Kent Chamber of Commerce presents a Not-For-Profit Business After Hours highlighting the Not-For Profit/Public Sector agencies in Chatham-Kent. Not for Profit organizations may contact the Chamber office to reserve a space now. Deadline to register is Jan.13. Cost for a space is $35 for members, $65 for non-members (gst included). Call the Chamber office at 519-352-7540, ext. 21. Host is the Portuguese Canadian Social Club of Chatham at 346 Grand Ave. E., Chatham. Cost is $5 at the door.
Saturday, January 23, 6:00 p.m.
Crawl downtown Chatham with local artists this January 23rd for the Second Annual Winter ARTcrawl! Join us in celebrating the birth date of influential artist Eduoard Manet. The evening will begin at ARTspace with the opening of New Works by Exhibiting Members and cocooning, a window installation by Kelly Ridley. Beginning at 6 pm, Ridley will be in the window knitting herself into a cocoon. Snacks and a hot apple cider will be provided to keep you warm on the walk at 7 p.m. to William Street Café. At the William Street Café, groove to the music of Sarah Hiltz and view the great local artwork that is always on display at the Café. Purchase one of your William Street Café favourites or a cup of the evening’s special hot drink to keep you warm on the 8 p.m. walk to the Thames Art Gallery. At TAG, enjoy the tunes of the Chatham-Kent Mountaineers and check out the newest Community Arts Initiative, In the Manner of Manet. Toronto artist Laura Moore will be on hand to talk about her art exhibit Kernel Memory. There will also be snacks and a cash bar where you can purchase another featured hot beverage for the evening. No tickets are needed. We look forward to seeing you there! Don’t forget to dress warm and be ready to walk! The opening reception events are free and open to the public.
Sunday, January 24, 2:00 p.m.
Christine Tithecott, daughter of Elizabeth and Dr. Gary Tithecott, will be performing a selection of classical piano music in support of Chatham-Kent Health Alliance’s Highest Priority Needs. The event will take place at St. Andrews United Church in Chatham, 85 William Street, Chatham. Christine Tithecott has completed a Masters program in Piano Performance from the University of Western Ontario and is currently preparing for an application for doctoral studies. Christine holds a graduated Bachelor of Music Degree in Music Education from the University of Western Ontario (2007) and a Solo Piano Performer ARCT Diploma from the Royal Conservatory of Music. She has also completed in various competitions and presented recitals in Canada and France.
Christine will perform her repertoire from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. and a reception with refreshments will follow from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. Tickets are available for $10 each or three for $25. Tickets can be purchased through the Foundation of Chatham-Kent Health Alliance at 519.436.2538, foundation@ckha.on.ca or by visiting the Foundation’s Chatham office at 9 Ursuline Ave.
Tuesday, January 26, 8:00 a.m to 9:00 a.m.
Chatham-Kent Chamber of Commerce presents the 2010 Agribusiness Workshop Series. The first workshop is "Agricultural Health and Safety 202" presented by I.A.P.A. Cost per workshop is $12 for members and $17 for Non-members (+GST). Discount when registering for both workshops (Business Planning, Feb.23) is $20 for members and $30 non-members (+GST). All workshops are located at the Chatham-Kent Chamber Office, 54 Fourth St., Chatham. Continental Breakfast at 7:45 a.m. To register or for information call the office at 519-352-7540.
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.
Tuesday, February 23, 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
Chatham-Kent Chamber of Commerce hosts the second part of its 2010 Agribusiness Workshop Series, "Business Planning", presented by Ontario Soil & Crop Improvement Association. Cost per workshop is $12 members and $30 non-members (+GST) . There is a discount if booked with the January 26th workshop. Continental breakfast at 7:45 a.m. Workshops are at the Chatham-Kent Chamber of Commerce Office, 54 Fourth St., Chatham. To register or for information call 519-352-7540.
Thursday, February 25, 8:00 a.m.
122nd Annual General Meeting of the Chatham-Kent Chamber of Commerce will take place at Smitty's Banquet Room, 307 Grand Ave.W., Chatham. Buffet Breakfast. $15 per person. For reservations call Sarah Smith, Administrative Assistant, 519-352-7540, ext. 21.
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.
