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Things to do in and around Chatham-Kent
Wednesday, September 17, 2003
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.First Saturday of every month, 7:00 a.m. - noon
The Ridgetown Marketplace FLEA MARKET at the Ridgetown Bingo Hall. Free admission, free parking.
Tuesdays, 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
The Thames Art Gallery provides FREE GUIDED TOURS FOR SENIORS. Featuring local, national and international art. Call 354-8338 for more information.
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.
July 26 - Sept. 30
The Chatham-Kent Museum will be telling the story of three young local men who fought in the Korean War. Artifiacts, medals, memorabilia and photos from these three men will be on display in the museum lobby at 75 William St. N. in Chatham daily from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Admission is by voluntary donation. For more information call 360-1998.
Tuesdays, September 9 - October 14
The Thames Art Gallery of the Chatham Cultural Centre is offering WATERCOLOUR WORKSHOPS FOR THE BEGINNER AND INTERMEDIATE with Leamington artist, Tammie McKay. Intermediate Sessions run on Tuesday afternoons from 1-4 p.m. and the beginner sessions run on Tuesday evenings from 6:30-9:30 p.m. The cost is $75 plus GST for members and $85 plus GST for non-members (materials are not included). For more information or to register, call teh Chatham Cultural Centre Box Office at 354-8338.
Wednesdays, September 10 - November 5, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
The Thames Art Gallery of the Chatham Cultural Centre is offering ADULT POTTERY - HANDBUILDING, for the beginner and the intermediate student. This 8 week course will explore all aspects of clay and the hand-building process. Participants will be guided through the workshop by local potter, Andrea Vuletin. The cost is $185 plus GST for non-members, $175 plus GST for members. Register by calling the Chatham Cultural Centre Box Office at 354-8338.
September 10 - 19
Oaks Inn in Wallaceburg presents CHAPTER TWO by Neil Simon at their Acorn Dinner Theatre. Matinees and evening performances. Call 627-1433 for tickets or information or visit www.oaksinn.net.
Wednesday, September 17, 6:30 p.m.
Wallaceburg & District Historical Society will hold its ANNUAL BANQUET at Trinity United Church, 750 Wellington St., Wallaceburg. Social at 6:00 p.m., dinner at 6:30, Program at 7:00. Tickets are $15. The program is "Our Lady Help of Christians 1878-2003, celebrating its 125th Anniversary". Everyone welcome. Please register at the Museum by Friday, September 12. For information call the Museum at 627-8962 or e-mail: wallaceburg.museum@kent.net
Thursday, September 18, 7:00 p.m.
THE CHATHAM-KENT QUILTERS' GUILD meets the third Thursday of the month at St. Paul's Congregational Church Hall, 450 Park Ave. W., Chatham. New members and guests are welcome. Call 354-1984 for more information.
Saturday, September 20
Dresden Minor Hockey FUN DAY AND EQUIPMENT SALE. For information call Ken at 683-2106
Saturday, September 20
Dresden Legion Branch 113 celebrates Legion Week with a "KICK OFF DANCE". Live music. Tickets $5.
Sunday, September 21, 12 noon to 4:00 p.m.
The Chatham-Kent Museum presents the 2nd annual Tea & Silent Auction in Studio One at the Chatham Cultural Centre. All items will be Tea related - teacups, teapots, home decor. Tea, sandwiches and homemade goodies will be served and doorprizes will be drawn. Proceeds to the restoration and furnishing of Milner Heritage House. Tickets are $5 at the door or at the Chatham Cultural Centre Box Office, 354-8338, 75 William St.N., Chatham, Monday - Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to noon.
Sunday, September 21, 1:30 p.m.
The local chapter of the Golden Wing Road Riders Association invites motorcycle enthusiasts from all over SW Ontario to gather at the RCL Parking Lot in Blenheim for its twentieth annual MOTORCYCLE TOY RUN. The entourage is expected to arrive at the Salvation Army church parking lot, 46 Orangewood Blvd., Chatham around 3 p.m. for refreshments and prizes and will be greeted by the Salvation Army band playing Chritmas carols.
Monday, September 22
Registration begins for Wallaceburg Library's THE TALES FOR TWOS program for 2 year olds. It will run Fridays at 11:00 a.m., October 3-24.
Parent or guardian must be with the child during the sessions. Call 627-5292 or drop in to the library to register.
Monday, September 22, 7:30 p.m.
Wallaceburg SANTA CLAUS PARADE MEETING will be held at the Knights of Pythias Hall on Nelson St. in Wallaceburg. All interested parties are invited to attend. Future meetings, Oct. 6 and 22, Nov. 3 and 17.
Monday, September 22
All Candidates Meetings for the Chatham-Kent-Essex riding candidates in the upcoming Provincial Election will take place from 9:00 a.m to 10:00 a.m. at Chatham-Kent Secondary School, 285 McNaughton Ave. East in Chatham and from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Park Street United Church in Chatham.
Tuesday, September 23, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Wallaceburg Chamber of Commerce presents BUSINESS AFTER HOURS at the Royal Bank of Canada, 552 James St., Wallaceburg.
Wednesday, September 24
2nd ANNUAL MAYOR'S GOLF TOURNAMENT will be held at Deer Run Golf Course to benefit the Mayor's Youth Council and their Skateboard Park project. Cost is $85 which includes, golf, dinner, prizes and cart. Call 351-7700 for information
Wednesday, September 24, 7:00 p.m.
An all candidates meeting of Chatham-Kent-Essex riding contenders in the upcoming Provincial Election at the Chatham-Kent Sexual Assault Crisis Centre, 405 Riverview Dr., Chatham.
Wednesday, September 24, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
FREE PUBLIC FORUM with speaker Leo Desjardins, Couple and Family Therapist with the Dr. Svec Institute in the Canadian Mental Health Assoc. Auditorium, 240 Grand Ave. W. (back door), Chatham. Sponsored by the Chatham-Kent Family Network. Call 436-6100 ext.222 for information.
Wednesday, September 24, 8:00 p.m.
KENT COUNTY STAMP CLUB meets the fourth Wednesday of every month, except July, August and December, in the library at John McGregor Secondary School, 300 Cecile Ave, Chatham.
Wednesday, September 24, 7:00 p.m.
Come celebrate the arrival of autumn by exploring this year's bountiful havest paired with selected wines from vintages past. Hosted by winemaker Steven Brooks at Stargazers Restaurant on River Road in Chatham, this EPICUREAN EQUINOX feast will feature such fare as Pelee Island Whitefish Caviar, Pan Seared Quail with potato gnocchi finished with tarragon cream and Braised Venison Shanks. Dessert and coffee, of course. Cost is $89.95 per person. Call 351-9351 for reservations.
Friday, September 26, 6:30 p.m.
The Kent Federation of Agriculture will host an All Candidates Meeting with Lambton-Kent-Middlesex candidates starting at 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday, October 1
Roast Beef Dinner at Dresden United Church. Adults $12, children $5.
Saturday, October 4, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
CRAFT SALE at the Oil Springs Community Centre. $2 admission. Proceeds to Oil Springs Community Centre Restoration Fund.
October 8 - November 8
Renaissance Art Gallery presents AUTUMN EXPOSITION OF ART. Artists are invited to submit up to 2 works for this show. A registration fee of $20 is required. All proceeds to the upkeep of the Renaissance Art Gallery in Ridgetown. For more information and a brochure, call 674-0802.
Friday, October 17, 7:00 p.m.
Renaissance Art Gallery in Ridgetown is holding its second "Chair-ity Auction" Fundraiser. Bid on "arty" chairs and mailbox art. Chairs and mailboxes will be on display at the ARt Gallery in Ridgtown starting October 1.
Saturday, October 18, 8:00 p.m.
The Wallaceburg Museum presents GLASSHOUSE RAGTIME CABARET, voice and piano performance by David and Martha Mann at the Jeanne Gordon Theatre, 505 King St., Wallaceburg. All proceeds to Wallaceburg Museum Glass House Gallery. Admission $12. Cabaret style refreshments. Call the Museum at 637-8962 to reserve.
Saturday, October 18, 10:00 a.m. - Noon
Children's Saturday Fall Art Workshops at the Renaissance Art Gallery in Ridgetown presents BASIC CARTOONING. For ages 9 to 13, the cost is $12 per workshop.
Thursday, October 23, 11:00 a.m - 1:00 p.m.
CHILI LUNCHEON at Christ Anglican Church in Dresden.
October 25 - 26
FINE ARTS, CRAFTS AND HANDMADE COLLECTIBLES SHOW at Kinsmen Auditorium in Chatham.
Tuesday, November 4, 7:00 p.m.
The Ontario Ministry of Culture invites you to meet representatives from the ONTARIO ARTS COUNCIL, THE CANADA COUNCIL FOR THE ARTS AND THE ONTARIO MINISTRY OF CULTURE at an evening workshop focusing specifically on helping culture and arts organizations and artists keep abreast of the programs and services of these bodies. The workshops are offered free of charge, but you must register by Friday, October 24. Register by fax to 519-973-1414, by e-mail to HYPERLINK "mailto:ghislaine.brodeur@mczcr.gov.on.ca"; ghislaine.brodeur@mczcr.gov.on.ca or mail to G. Brodeur, 221 Mill St., Windsor, ON N9C 2R1.
Saturday, November 8, 10:00 a.m. - Noon
The Children's Saturday Fall Art Workshops at Renaissance Art Gallery in Ridgetown presents DRAWING MAGIC for children ages 9 to 13. $12 per workshop.
Saturday, December 6, 10:00 a.m. - Noon
The Children's Saturday Fall Art Workshops at Renaissance Art Gallery in Ridgetown presents COLOUR FOR CHRISTMAS for children ages 9 to 13. $12 per workshop.
