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Things to do in and around Chatham-Kent!
Tuesday, November 2, 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.Monday mornings, Nov. 22, 29, Dec. 6, 13, 9:00 a.m. to noon
The Thames Art Gallery is excited to present their fall line up of workshops, classes and open studios for artists and art lovers! Printmaking Open Studio - Previous experience necessary. No instructor present. All materials included. $40 +HST (no discounts available). Register for these classes at The Cultural Centre, 75 William Street North, Chatham, www.cktickets.com or 519-354-8338.
Tuesday evenings 6:15 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Dustbuster Program for grades JK to grade 8 children will take place at the Salvation Army Church, 46 Orangewood Blvd., Chatham. Program starts Sept. 21 with a Family BBQ and Registration. The program presents fun with songs, crafts, bible lessons and games. Free program but freewill donations accepted.
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.
Fourth Wednesday of every Month
Located in the Region of Chatham-Kent, Tulip Tree Needlearts is a chapter of the
Embroiderers' 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.
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.
Thursday evenings, Nov. 11, 18, 25, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
The Thames Art Gallery is excited to present their fall line up of workshops, classes and open studios for artists and art lovers! The Art of Pencil Crayon with Beverly Fish - Learn how to blend, burnish and layer. All materials included. $50 +HST (membership discounts available). Register for these classes at The Cultural Centre, 75 William Street North, Chatham, www.cktickets.com or 519-354-8338.
Friday evenings 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Connexions Teen Program takes place at the Salvation Army Church, 46 Orangewood Blvd., Chatham starting Sept. 24, 2010. For ages 13 to 18 years, program includes meal, inspiring lessons and fun games/activities. Free program but freewill donations accepted.
July 30 to February 20, 1-5 p.m. daily
Over-exposed: the History of Photography
Chatham-Kent Museum
Today, photography has become as art form as demonstrated by the Chatham Camera Club. Explore the history of photography through the Chatham-Kent Museum’s exhibit Over-exposed: the History of Photography. This exhibit explores the development of the photographic process from daguerreotypes to digital and camera obscura to Cybershot©.
November 4, 5, 6, 12, 13, 8:00 p.m.
November 13, 1:00 p.m.
Theatre Kent is thrilled to present this Tony Award winning production which inspired the hit movie. “Chicago” takes place in the roaring twenties where naïve chorus girl Roxie Hart and Vaudeville performer Velma Kelly are on trial for murder. They each vie for the spotlight and the headlines, ultimately joining forces in search of fame, fortune, acquittal and all that jazz. With its show-stopping songs and dazzling dance numbers, “Chicago” is sure to excite audiences. Tickets are just $20 for adults and $18 for seniors and can be purchased at the Cultural Centre, by phone at 519-354-8338 or online at cktickets.com. Tickets for “Chicago” can also be purchased as part of Theatre Kent’s subscription package which includes “Night of the Iguana” by Tennessee
Williams, and “Perfect Wedding” by Robin Hawdon. Please call the Box Office for pricing & info.
Friday, November 5, 7:00 p.m.
The Canadian Cancer Society is hosting the 2nd annual Flavours and Favours event at the Portuguese Canadian Social Club, 346 Grand Ave. E., Chatham. Tickets are $20 per person or $35 per couple (Four $5 restaurant vouchers with each ticket purchased). The event includes wine tasting (Pelee Island), Chocolate and dessert table (Bella Chocolatier), and hor ‘dourves. You get to enjoy all of these treats while having the opportunity to bid on a variety of exciting and useful packages:
For example, here are a few items:
· Handy man donating their time-variety of Professionals
· An annual newspaper subscription-Chatham Daily News
· Delivery of a bouquet a month-Purple Pansy
· Air conditioning and furnace inspection with thermostat installation-QPS
· Concrete and work supplies-Ready Mix and Rob McLemore
· A Web design-3066 Web Development
· 1 massage a month-Completely You
· 1 Gourmet Pizza a month-Boston Pizza
Pass the info along to your friends, and co-workers.
Saturday, November 6
Wallaceburg & District Museum Bus Trip to Frankenmuth, on Saturday, November 6, 2010. Bus trip includes a stop at Bronner’s Christmas Store, a family style chicken dinner at the Bavarian Inn, and time to stroll through downtown Frankenmuth with its many shops and boutiques and beautiful riverfront sites. Price $80 per person. For more information please call the Museum at 519 627-8962 or e-mail: dbogaert@kent.net
Saturday, November 6
The Kent County Stamp Club will be presenting KENTPEX at the KBD Club, 34 Byng Ave., ChATHAM Ont. Free admission admission and parking. Many dealers and a variety of exhibits using Royal 16 page frame. Free draws for Philatelic prizes. For more info contact Paul V. McDonnell @ 519 354 1845 or
pvmcdonnell@sympatico.ca
Sunday, November 8
Talbot Street United Church is making pies on November 26 & 27, order must be placed by November 8. Please call Donna 519-825-7286, Kathy 519-825-4976, Jane 519-825-3751 and email Wanda at wshanks@hotmail.com. Prices are $7 for Pies, $8 for Splenda Pies, $1.50 ea for Shells, 5/7.50 for Flats and 5/6.25 for Tops.
Tuesday, November 9, 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Help Block Parents support this year's United Way Campaign by shopping!! Mary Kay, Party Lite, Epicure, She She, Tupperware, Pampered Chef, Latasia, Avon -- all will be at the United Way Community Innovation Centre, 425 McNaughton Ave. W., Chatham for an Open House Style shopping evening. Drop by any time between 5 and 8 p.m. Your purchase could change someone's life! So start your Christmas shopping here! Free gifts for first 25 visitors.
Friday, November 12
Saturday, November 13
Peter Appleyard is a Canadian jazz vibraphonist, percussionist and composer who drew wide acclaim for his performances with Benny Goodman's jazz sextet in the early 1970's. The Peter Appleyard Quartet will be gracing the stage of Thamesville United Church on the above dates. The evening will include TUC’ s famous roast beef dinner at 6:00 PM, followed by the performance at 7:00 PM. Tickets are only $50 / person. There are only 200 seats available for each performance, and tickets may be purchased in advance only. To order tickets, please call Caroline Osbourne at 519-352-9794, or to get more information call Thamesville United Church at 519-692-4827.
Friday, November 12, 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, November 13, 5:30 p.m. (dinner), 7:00 p.m. (show)
Friday, November 19, 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, November 20, 7:00 p.m.
The Talbot Trail Theatre Company presents their 2010 production of "OZ!" This year's show boasts 37 cast members, a host of volunteers, action, music and, of course, the ever popular- dinner show! General admission show dates are Fri, Nov. 12 & Fri. Nov. 19, Sat. Nov. 20. All shows are assigned seating and begin at 7 PM (doors open at 6:30 PM). Tickets are $5.00 for ages 6 and up and children 5 and under are free. Concessions will be available. This year's dinner show will feature Aunt Em's Thanksgiving Extravaganza! This show will be on Sat. Nov. 13 with dinner being served at 5:30 PM. Tickets are $20.00 per person and will be sold in advance until Nov. 8th. There will be no "show only" seats available for this performance. All performances as well as the dinner show will be held at the Wheatley Baptist Church,
47 Talbot Street East in Wheatley. Tickets are limited, so call now to reserve yours at (519) 825-7433 - ask for Susan!
Saturday, November 13, 7:00 p.m.
Live Dinner Theatre "King's Feast", takes place at Lawson Hall, Branch 28 Legion, 304 St. Clair St., Chatham. All Lords and Ladies are welcome to attend. Enjoy 4 delicious "removes" or courses. Cost is $42 per person or $80 for 2 people. Theatre by "Good Time Productions". Proceeds to the "building Our Future" Fund of Victoria Avenue United Church, 91 Grand Avenue East, Chatham. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. , dinner at 7:00 p.m. If you wish, please dress in costume.
Monday, November 15
Tonight's movie in this year's "Cake & Classics" film series is How Green Was My Valley (1941), 118 minutes. Walter Pidgeon, Maureen O'Hara, and Roddy McDowall star in this drama about a Welsh family and the South Wales coalfield. Enjoy a memorable night out. Treat yourself to a piece of decadent cake, a glass of wine and a classic film - all included in the admission price of only $10 per person. Tickets can be purchased at the Box Office by calling 519-354-8338 or 1-866-807-7770. You can also buy online at www.cktickets.com.
Thursday, November 18, 7:00 p.m.
The Milner Heritage House is no stranger to the paranormal. Many visitors and past staff members have reported ghostly activity; so much so, that the house is featured on the local ghost walks hosted by Sheila Gibbs. Sheila has collected some of the many ghost stories she's heard into two books, conducted many ghost walks,
and acted as a spirit from the past herself. On November 18, the Chatham-Kent Museum invites the public to come and hear how she gained interest in the paranormal, and where this journey has taken her. Along the way, she will list the top ten ways to know you’ve got a ghost and tingle your spine with some riveting tales of spooky happenings. The lecture, including refreshments with Sheila will take place in Studio One of the Cultural Centre. Tickets are $10 and may be purchased at the Cultural Centre Box Office, by calling 519-354-8338, or at www.cktickets.com Limited tickets will be available at the door.
Saturday, November 20
Queen of the House Pageant will take place at the Chatham Cultural Centre in Chatham. deal Quality Events has designed this unique pageant, Queen of the House, empowering Chatham-Kent’s mothers between 35 & 50 years of age. Judging by a panel of judges based on how personal, professional and community accomplishments have contributed to your personal growth and let your inner beauty shine. Proceeds will support the efforts of the Cultural Coalition of Chatham-Kent. Register today! Who will be this year’s Queen of the House? General Admission tickets are available at the Chatham Cultural Centre box office or online at www.cktickets.com. Adults $15 and children 12 & under are $10.
Friday, November 26
Need something for the kids to do on the November PA Day? On Friday, November 26, 2010, the Chatham-Kent Museum will be taking children camping during their Kooky Camp-A -Long P.A. Day program. Parents don’t have to worry about their
children becoming lost in the woods as the camp will take place indoors a t the Cultural Centre in Studio One. Kids age 7-9 will be happy campers when they make their own camp pillows, learn about nature, and make nature crafts. Camp wouldn’t be complete without stories by the campfire! Camp runs from 9 a.m. -4 p.m. with early drop off beginning at 8:30 a.m. and late pick-up available until 4:30 p.m. Campers are asked to bring their own peanut free snacks and lunches. Camp costs are $40 and all materials are included. Registration may be done at the Cultural Centre Box Office, by
phone at 519.354.8338 or on line at www.cktickets.com
Friday, November 26, 7:00 p.m.
The Catherine McVean Chapter IODE will launch its 14th Annual IODE Tree of Tribute project with a tree lighting ceremony at the IODE Garden located at the corner of St. George Street and Metcalfe Street in Dresden, at 7:00 p.m. Established in 1996, Tree of Tribute raises funds to support local healthcare. This year, the Chapter has chosen to direct the proceeds towards the purchase of a Stat Express Centrifuge for the Lab at Chatham-Kent Health Aliance's Sudenham Campus. Tree of Tribute project is launched at the beginning of November and the tree is lit annually on the last Friday in November. Through this project, Chatham-Kent residents are able to purchase bulbs for $10, $20 and $30 and have them placed on the IODE’s Tree of Tribute in honour of a loved one. In December, the IODE will place an ad in the Leader Spirit featuring the names of this year’s Tree of Tribute honourees. To make a donation to this year’s Tree of Tribute project, please call 519-683-4172.
Friday, November 26, 5:30 p.m.
Movember is a word blend of Moustache and November, and is a movement that started in Australia in 2003 in an attempt to use the moustache as a vehicle to raise awareness of Prostate Cancer with the goal of improving men’s health. The CK Movember Finale is being lead by the Kent Havoc Rugby Football Club and the organizing committee includes: Sandra Hanley (Family Service Kent), Dr. Jason Denys, John Lyons (Bulldog Design) and Laverne Hanley (Kent Havoc). The Movember Finale is on November 26th, at the Chatham Armoury beginning at 5:30pm. The theme for the 2010 finale is ‘Save a Bro, Grow a Mo’. Tickets are $50 each and are only available through www.cktickets.com or the Chatham Cultural Centre box office. Attire is either a themed costume related to Movember or semi-formal.
Details of the Movember Finale can be found at http://movember-ck.com/ . The CK Movember Finale has been setup on the Movember website to allow for people to make a pledge to the team and receive an income tax receipt from Prostate Cancer Canada http://ca.movember.com/donate/your-details/tea...m_id/84560/
Wednesday, December 1, 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
The Chatham-Kent Etsy Street Team is proud to sponsor “At Evening at the Mansion” to benefit the Chatham-Kent Women’s Centre. The luxurious shopping event takes place in the opulent setting of The Mansion on Victoria, 158 Victoria Avenue in Chatham. Built in 1875 for the then Lord Mayor of Chatham, The Mansion on Victoria has been restored to its original grandeur and is now an elegant six-bedroom bed-and-breakfast furnished with period antiques. The CK Etsy Street Team was formed in 2009 to promote local artisans and crafters who sell their hand-crafted items online and at “trunk sales” throughout the municipality. All team members must be residents
or have strong ties to Chatham-Kent. The Team’s guiding principle is “Buy Local, Buy Handmade”. Their focus is on supporting each other as individual small business owners and on promoting the Team throughout Chatham-Kent. “An Evening at the Mansion” will showcase the talents of over a dozen of theses artisans presenting exceptional handcrafted wares suitable for the holiday season. The evening will include live entertainment, delicious hors d’oeuvres with hot and cold refreshments. There will also be door prizes valued at over $200.00. For further details on “An Evening at the Mansion” see contact Christy DeKoning at 519 355 1081 or email cketsyteam@gmail.com. Information is also at http://facebook/cketsyteam or http://cketsyteam.com
Sunday, December 5, 6:30 p.m.
The 7th Annual Chatham Kent Dance Festival Benefit for the United Way takes place at the UCC Theatre (the Pines). Tickets are $15 and are available at participating dance schools, by contacting the United Way at 519-354-0430, or by calling Erin at 519-676-0097. Every dance studio in Chatham-Kent is invited to provide 2 dance acts for the festival. Last year's lineup included jazz, tap, ballet, lyrical, modern, belly dancing, Latin dancing, ballroom dancing, Irish dancing, Afro-Caribbean dancing.
Friday, December 10, 10:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, December 11, 1:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Theatre Kent presents its Christmas show, The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, at the Kiwanis Theatre in Chatham. Tickets and more information are available through the Chatham Cultural Centre Box Office by calling 519-354-8338 or visiting www.cktickets.com.
Saturday, December 11, 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, December 12, 2:30 p.m.
Monday, December 13, 10:30 a.m. (for school groups)
Toronto based Ballet Jörgen Canada, whose production of Cinderella was part of the RBC Opening Festival at the Chatham Capitol Theatre are returning to Chatham in December with their production of The Nutcracker as part of the Union Gas Inaugural Season. This production of the fabled ballet, which will include several local children in the cast, has taken on a decidedly Canadian approach. Set in Bisset Ontario, Klara and the Nutcracker Prince travel through the lush summer beauty of Algonquin Parkand experience Canadian landscapes executed by the Group of Seven. Tickets are available on line at www.chathamcapitoltheatre.com, in person at either the Capitol Theatre Box Office, (immediately adjacent to the Capitol Theatre), at the Chatham Cultural Centre Box Office or by phone at 519 354 8338 or 1-866-877-7770. Teachers who are interested in booking seats for their students should call 519 358 7079 ext. 245.
Monday, December 20
Tonight's movie in this year's "Cake & Classics" film series is Roman Holiday (1953), 118 minutes, starring Audrey Hepburn and Gregory Peck. This was Hepburn’s first movie for which she won an Academy Award for her role as an adventure-seeking princess. Enjoy a memorable night out. Treat yourself to a piece of decadent cake, a glass of wine and a classic film - all included in the admission price of only $10 per person. Tickets can be purchased at the Box Office by calling 519-354-8338 or 1-866-807-7770. You can also buy online at www.cktickets.com.
Monday, January 17
Tonight's movie in this year's "Cake & Classics" film series is The African Queen (1951), 105 minutes, starring Humphrey Bogart and Katharine Hepburn. A romance/war/adventure classic. Enjoy a memorable night out. Treat yourself to a piece of decadent cake, a glass of wine and a classic film - all included in the admission price of only $10 per person. Tickets can be purchased at the Box Office by calling 519-354-8338 or 1-866-807-7770. You can also buy online at www.cktickets.com.
Monday, February 14
Tonight's movie in this year's "Cake & Classics" film series is To Have and Have Not (1944), 100 minutes, starring Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall in her first film. A classic romance/war/adventure film, specially selected for Valentine’s Day!
Enjoy a memorable night out. Treat yourself to a piece of decadent cake, a glass of wine and a classic film - all included in the admission price of only $10 per person. Tickets can be purchased at the Box Office by calling 519-354-8338 or 1-866-807-7770. You can also buy online at www.cktickets.com.
Monday, March 21
Tonight's movie in this year's "Cake & Classics" film series is Notorious (1946), 101 minutes, starring Cary Grant, Ingrid Bergman, and Claude Rains. This thriller is directed and produced by Alfred Hitchcock.Enjoy a memorable night out. Treat yourself to a piece of decadent cake, a glass of wine and a classic film - all included in the admission price of only $10 per person. Tickets can be purchased at the Box Office by calling 519-354-8338 or 1-866-807-7770. You can also buy online at www.cktickets.com.
April 4 to April 15, 2011
The Chatham Kiwanis Music Festival Committee has recently announced the
dates for the 66th Annual Chatham Kiwanis Music Festival. The Festival will be
held from April 4 to April 15, 2011. The Grand Concert is scheduled for Tuesday,
April 26. 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 15, 2010. Band and Choirs entries must be postmarked no later than Dec. 1, 2010. 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.
Monday, April 18
Tonight's movie in this year's "Cake & Classics" film series is An American in Paris (1951), 113 minutes, starring Gene Kelly and Leslie Caron. A musical with show-stopping dance numbers. Enjoy a memorable night out. Treat yourself to a piece of decadent cake, a glass of wine and a classic film - all included in the admission price of only $10 per person. Tickets can be purchased at the Box Office by calling 519-354-8338 or 1-866-807-7770. You can also buy online at www.cktickets.com.
Monday, May 16
Tonight's movie in this year's "Cake & Classics" film series is Bringing Up Baby (1938), 102 minutes. A screwball comedy starring Katharine Hepburn and Cary Grant. And a leopard. Enjoy a memorable night out. Treat yourself to a piece of decadent cake, a glass of wine and a classic film - all included in the admission price of only $10 per person. Tickets can be purchased at the Box Office by calling 519-354-8338 or 1-866-807-7770. You can also buy online at www.cktickets.com.
Monday, June 13
Tonight's movie in this year's "Cake & Classics" film series is The Philadelphia Story (1940), 112 minutes, a romantic comedy starring Cary Grant, Katharine Hepburn, and James Stewart. Enjoy a memorable night out. Treat yourself to a piece of decadent cake, a glass of wine and a classic film - all included in the admission price of only $10 per person. Tickets can be purchased at the Box Office by calling 519-354-8338 or 1-866-807-7770. You can also buy online at www.cktickets.com.
