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Wednesday, October 16, 2002

This column will list happenings within and around Chatham-Kent. If you or your group are hosting an event which you would like listed here, please e-mail us at

Every Friday and Saturday night in October and Sunday, October 13 (weather permitting), dusk till midnight. REAPER'S REALM HAUNTED FOREST Ride of Horror. Admission $7 per person. Tecumseh Rd. Halfway between Oil Springs Line and Bickfor Line. For more information call 519-867-3223 or 519-867-3532.

Thurs., Oct.17-Sat., Oct.26
INTO THE WOODS presented by London Musical Theatre at the Palace Theatre, 710 Dundas St. E. One of Stephen Sondheim's most popular works, cleverly intertwining well-known fairy tales on a hilarious yet profound journey through the deep dartk woods. Tickets and information from the Grand Theatre Box Office 519-672-8800 or 1-800-265-1593.

Fri., Oct. 18, 7:00 p.m.
CHAIR-I-TY AUCTION ,
A.E.A. is asking each Artist to donate a decorated chair for the Chair-ity Art Auction
Anything that resembles a chair, any size, anything goes. If it's amazing, we'll get higher bids. This is a fun and interactive way to fund-raise and it shows the public that art comes in many forms and levels of functionality!
The auction is Friday Oct 18, doors open at 7 p.m., bidding at 8. We have a celebrity auctioneer, Greg Hetherington from the radio (CKSYFM) .

Thurs., Oct.17, 8:00 p.m.
Fri., Oct. 18, 8:00 p.m.
Sat., Oct.19, 8:00 p.m.
The renegade players will be staging Norm Foster's "THE FOURSOME" at the Chatham Cultural Centre, 75 William Street North, Chatham. The Foursome is a warm, funny play which takes place entirely on the eighteen tees of a golf course. Four old college chums, home for their fifteen year reunion, hook up for a round of golf and share their successes and failures. Renegade players has promised to donate $2.00 per ticket sold to the United Way. Tickets can be purchased by calling the Cultural Centre's toll free number at 866-807-7770, or locally at 354-8338.

Fri.Oct. 18 and Sat. Oct. 19, 8:00 p.m.
Sun. Oct. 20, 2:00 p.m.
The Capitol Theatre, Windsor presents HEART'S RETURN, a bittersweet, romantic musical by award winning local journalist Veronique Mandal. Tickets $18 from the Capitol Theatre Box Office. Call 253-7729, Tues. through Sat., noon to 6:00 p.m.

Fri., Oct. 18, 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Sat., Oct. 19, 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Downtown Chatham presents HARVESTFEST - Pet readings, Haunted House, Crafters and local vendors, Art in the Alley (Capitol Theatre), Ghost Walk (Heritage Days), Live Entertainment, Bake Sales, Chili Cookoff, Pig Roast (Jaycee's).

Sat., Oct. 19, 1:30 - 4:00 p.m.
OPEN HOUSE AND TEA at Park St. Place in Dresden to celebrate their 15th anniversary. Musical entertainment by TRIAD at 2:00 p.m. Call Penny at 683-4474.

Sat., Oct. 19, 8:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.
50's & 60's DANCE at the Moose Lodge, Wallaceburg. Music by PAST TYMES. Tickets $2 per person at the door. Prizes for best dressed. Music starts at 9:00 p.m.

Tues., Oct.22, 8:00 p.m.
Wallaceburg & District Council for the Arts presents The Glass Onion Folk Club featuring HARRY MANX, winner of Best Blues Album at the Canadian Independent Music Awards. Enter the "Harry Zone". Jeanne Gordon Theatre, 505 King St., Wallaceburg. For tickets ($15) call 519-627-8962 or e-mail gardiner@kent.net

Thur. Oct. 24, 6:30 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.
The Slots at Windsor Raceway presents BOWZER'S ROCK n ROLL PARTY at the Capitol Theatre, Windsor. If you loved Sha Na Na, you won't want to miss this show! Limited tickets from the Capitol Theatre Box Office. Call 253-7729, Tues. through Sat, noon to 6:00 p.m.

Thurs., Oct. 24 - Sat., Oct. 26, 8:00 p.m
Sun. Oct. 27, 2:00 p.m.
Theatre Kent presents A WONDERFUL LIFE at the Kiwanis Theatre, Chatham Cultural Centre. Frank Capra's film classic has been brought to vibrant theatrical life. A stunning musical feast the whole family will enjoy! Tickets $18. Call 519-354-8338.

Fri. Oct. 25, Sat. Oct. 26, 8:00 p.m.
Sun. Oct. 27, 2:00 p.m.
The Capitol Theatre, Windsor presents HEART'S RETURN, a bittersweet, romantic musical by award winning local journalist Veronique Mandal. Tickets $18 from the Capitol Theatre Box Office. Call 253-7729,, Tues. through Sat., noon to 6:00 p.m.

Fri., Oct. 25, 7:30 p.m.
The "World Famous" LIPIZZANER STALLIONS at the Sarnia Sports & Entertainment Centre. Information or charge by phone 519-541-1717 or visit www.lipizzaner.com.

Sat., Oct. 26, 1:00 p.m - 3:00 p.m.
IODE FASHION SHOW at the Old Czech Hall in Dresden. Includes coffee, tea and desserts. Tickets $10 available at Audrey's Fashions in Dresden.

Sat. Oct. 26, 7:00 p.m.
MJM Entertainment and The Capitol Theatre, Windsor present a Dinner Theatre production on A HALLOWEEN MURDER MYSTERY. Tickets $30 per person (includes dinner) from the Capitol Theatre Box Office. Call 253-7729, Tues. through Sat., noon to 6:00 p.m.

Sat., Oct. 26, 12 noon - 4:00 p.m.
Sun, Oct. 27, 12 noon - 4:00 p.m.
The Pottery Barn STUDIO SALE of handcrafted pottery. 17 Martin Park Road, Wallaceburg. Call 519-627-5742 if you need directions.

Sat., Oct. 26, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Sunl, Oct. 27, 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
FINE ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW, Kinsmen Auditorium, Tweedsmuir & Queen St., Chatham. Admission $3.50, 12 and under free.

Sat., Oct. 26, 2:00 p.m and 7:30 p.m.
Sun., Oct. 27, 2:00 p.m.
The "World Famous" LIPIZZANER STALLIONS, John Labatt Centre, London. Tickets on sale at all Ticketmaster outlets or call 888-222-6608 to charge or 519-432-9300 for information.

Fri., Nov. 1, 8:00 p.m.
Sat., Nov. 2, 8:00 p.m.
Theatre Kent presents A WONDERFUL LIFE at the Kiwanis Theatre, Chatham Cultural Centre. Frank Capra's film classic has been brought to vibrant theatrical life. A stunning musical feast the whole family will enjoy! Tickets $18. Call 519-354-8338.

Wed., Nov. 6, 8:00 p.m.
The Concert Series at the Chatham Cultural Centre presents TRIO HOCHELAGA. Dedicated primarily to the Romantic and Post-Romantic repertoire, pianist Richard Raymond, violinist Anne Robert and cellist Benoit Loiselle combine their passion for music. Tickets are $20 from the Chatham Cultural Centre box office, 519-354-8338.

Fri., Nov. 8, 7:00 p.m.
The Family Series at the Kiwanis Theatre, Chatham Cultural Centre presents WINNIE-THE-POOH. A charming musical adventure for anyone who has ever loved a teddy bear. Tickets are $10 from the Chatham Cultural Centre box office, 519-354-8338.

Sun., Nov.17, 2:00 p.m.
The Sunday Studio Series at the Chatham Cultural Centre presents the TOM LOCKWOOD JAZZ QUARTET. Tickets are $20 from the Chatham Cultural Centre box office, 519-354-8338.

Thursday, Nov. 21, 8:00 p.m.
Ralph Murphy and Friends at the Oak's Inn. Award winning songwriters Ralph Murphy, Pat Alger and James Dean Hicks will perform a series of #1 country and folk songs. This should be an evening to remember. For tickets call 519-627-1433 (Oak's Inn) or 519-627-5978 (Wallaceburg Arts Council).

Thurs., Nov. 21, 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Jazz Night at Baldoon Golf Club with KEN KRONE & GUEST. For reservations call 627-2366.