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Things to do in and around Chatham-Kent!
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
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 to Saturday, 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Research your Family Tree with the help of the Kent Branch Ontario Genealogical Society. Visit their Family History Library in an upstairs room at the main brnch of the Chatham Public Library. They have transcribed copies of census, tombstones, family histories, local histories, etc. for Kent County and surrounding counties. No charge, donations welcome. Contact info@ogskent.on.ca.
Monday mornings, 9:30 a.m.
PINOCHLE will be played at the Wallaceburg Community Centre. All welcome, beginners and experienced.
Last Monday of the month, January to December
Join Dresden's "LET'S COOK" cooking classes. Students ages 7 to 17 are invited to join the classes at the Dresden Christian Reformed Church, 956 Mooney St., Dresden, The FREE classes are held the last Monday of each month from January to December. Students will learn hands on food preparation and cooking skills in a fun environment while focusing on nutrition and safety. After school snacks and dinner are provided for the students. To register contact Wendy Goodreau at 519-683-2825. Spaces are limited but students may join at any time provided there is a space available.
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..
Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m., all year round
Every Tuesday night is TRIVIA NIGHT at the Moose Lodge, 110 Duke St., Wallaceburg. Cost is $2 to play and there are 40 questions plus a bonus wager question. New players can build their own team of four or just join a team that has less than four players. The team that ends up with the most points at the end wins the money. The more players there are, the more money you can win. Every two months there is also a pot-luck dinner. Call Evan Lumley at 519-627-0405 for more information.
First Wednesday of each month, 7:30 p.m.
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.
First Wednesday of each month, 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Join the CHATHAM-KENT THINK TANK for discussions about issues concerning our community, province, country and the world. Location: Chatham Capitol Theatre, East Lounge, 238 King St. W., Chatham.
Wednesday evenings, September - June, 7:45 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
THE BALDOON SQUARES, a square dance and round Dance group, meet at Wallaceburg District Secondary School cafeteria. Usually a light lunch follows the dance. Membership is free for the first three weeks of attendance. Call George Lung at 683-2889 for 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.
Last Wednesday of each month, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m
The Maple City Centre for Older Adults runs a FLEA MARKET. Call Sue Hawkins for more information at 352-5633.
Every Wednesday, 9:30 a.m.
Wallaceburg Community Centre hosts Pepper. Everyone welcome. User fees/prizes.
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. Call 354-1985 for more information.
Every Thursday, 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
HOBBIES AND LAUGHS Social time at the Wallaceburg Community Centre. Cost is $1. Bring your knitting, cross-stitch, etc. Share ideas, patterns. All adults welcome.
Every Thursday, 1:00 p.m.
Wallaceburg Community Centre hosts Euchre. Everyone welcome. User fee/prizes.
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.
Sunday, August 31, 6:30 p.m.
Summer Concerts at Two Creeks Conservation Area, one kilometre north of Wheatley on Kent Road 1 continue with Trish Wales & Company. An electric mix of soft pop, old and new standards. An evening of fun. Admission is free, but a hat is passed during the performances to defray costs and support the volunteer efforts of the Wheatley Two Creeks Assoc. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. Concert is outdoors or in the pavilion if the weather is inclement. Food and beverages offered by Wheatley Scouts.
Tuesday, September 2, 5:30 p.m.
A free one-hour nutrition lecture will be held at the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance Diabetes Centre. Taught by a registered Dietician, it will highlight Carbohydrate Containing Food and How to read Food Labels. This lecture emphasizes healthy eating and is geared toward those with diabetes, impaired glucose or insulin resistance or their families or caregivers. Call 519-437-6086 to reserve a seat.
Wednesday, September 3, 12:15 to 12:55
Patricia M. Productions Fall Luncheon Fashion Show takes place at Rossini's Restaurant, 634 Grand Ave. E., Chatham (519-352-2920) to benefit Meals on Wheels. Call for reservations.
Saturday, September 6
Wallaceburg & District Museum is hosting a bus trip to the Canadian Transportation and Heritage Village in Kingsville. Includes a stop at Pelee Island Winery and a buffet supper at the Car Barn Restaurant. Fee is $75 per person. For more information call 519-627-8962 or email dbogaert@kent.net.
Sunday, September 7, 6:30 p.m.
Summer Concerts at Two Creeks Conservation Area, one kilometre north of Wheatley on Kent Road 1 continue with Early Cash. The songs of Johnny Cash and Steve Earle. Admission is free, but a hat is passed during the performances to defray costs and support the volunteer efforts of the Wheatley Two Creeks Assoc. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. Concert is outdoors or in the pavilion if the weather is inclement. Food and beverages offered by Wheatley Scouts.
Monday, September 8
This is the DEADLINE to register for the Youth Caddy Mentor Program, jointly sponsored by St. Clair College Golf Pro Course and Doug Robbins. The one-day, no cost session will take place in mid-September and the successful trainees will get to caddy for local and celebrity golfers during the September 27th Doug Robbins Charity Golf Classic to benefit the Heart and Stroke Foundation. For more information call 519-355-6386.
Wednesday, September 10, 7:00 p.m.
The meeting of the Merlin Advisory Council takes place at the Merlin Friendship Club. Topics: a presentation by Sgt. Tetreault of the C-K Police about policing in our community; what's happening with the Merlin Beautification Project and Communities in Bloom; why the Merlin Library has moved to the Merlin Friendship Club. For more information call Susanne Drew at 519-689-4364.
Saturday, September 13, 10:00 a.m.
The Chatham-Kent Public Library, Chatham Location invites you to a Grandparent/Grandchild storytime. There will be stories, rhymes and a craft. Suitable for children ages 3 to 8. Registration is limited and begins Sept. 2. Call the Children's Room at 519-354-2940 ext. 247.
Saturday & Sunday, September 13 & 14
Mountain Bike Races at Two Creeks Conservation Area near Wheatley. Contact the Rocket Mountain Biking Club at www.rocketmtb.ca.
Wednesday, September 17
Community Living Chatham-Kent is hosting its Friends Helping Friends Walk & Ride Event. Every dollar raised will help support Community Living in its efforts to help people reach the goal of inclusion in their communities. Registration is at 5:00 p.m. at Burger King parking lot. Official start is 6:00 p.m. Participants will walk on the Grand Avenue Municipal path. For information and pledge sheets drop by Community Living Chatham-Kent, 650 Riverview Dr., Unit 2, Chatham, or call 519-352-1174, ext. 231 or 232 or visit www.clc-k.ca.
Wednesday, September 17, 6:00 p.m.
Wallaceburg & District Historical Society Museum Annual Banquet will be held at Trinity United Church, 750 Wellington St., Wallaceburg. The Social begins at 6 p.m., dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m. There will be a presentation at 7 p.m. by Dawne Mudford on the Baldoon Mystery. Register at the Museum by Monday, September 15. Tickets are $20 and everyone is welcome. For more information call the museum at 519-627-8962 or email dbogaert@kent.net.
Thursday, September 18
The Erie - St. Clair Chapter of Ducks Unlimited is hosting its 2008 Banquet and Fund Raising Event at the Dover Rod and Gun Club, Heron Line, Dover Township. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., dinner served at 7:00 p.m. Cost is $50 per person. The evening will include Live Auction, Silent Auction and Raffles. Raising Money for The Wetlands! For tickets and information call committee members Stan Vincent 519-352-1148 or Paul Burton 519-352-7820.
Saturday, September 20, 10:30 a.m.
Join the Sydenham Field Naturalists for the Hawks and Migrant Birds Watch at Holiday Beach Conservation Area with Brett Groves. Meet at Holiday Beach at 10:30 a.m. and bring a lunch. Entrance fee applies. Great family outing.
Sunday, September 21, 2:00 p.m.
On this day, Two Creeks Conservation Area, one kilometer north of Wheatley on Kent Road 1, dedicates the trees planted in our Memorial Groves. Music on stage with Nicole Barron providing inspirational music.
Saturday, September 27
The First Annual Chatam-Kent Cancer Care Conference will be held at Country View Golf Course - a conference for cancer survivors, caregivers and families. Cost is $50 for early bird registration (before September 1, 2008) and $70 after and includes lunch. Spaces are limited. To register go to www.mylesmiraclemission.ca or call 519-351-4811 for information.
Wednesday, October 1, 12:15 to 12:55
Patricia M. Productions Fall Luncheon Fashion Show takes place at T-Bones Grill House, 953 Charing Cross, Chatham, (360-9401) to benefit the C-K Children's Safety Village. Call for reservations.
Monday, October 6, 10:15 a.m.
A free one-hour nutrition lecture will be held at the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance Diabetes Centre. Taught by a registered Dietician, it will highlight Carbohydrate Containing Food and How to read Food Labels. This lecture emphasizes healthy eating and is geared toward those with diabetes, impaired glucose or insulin resistance or their families or caregivers. Call 519-437-6086 to reserve a seat.
October 13
Mountain Bike Races at Two Creeks Conservation Area near Wheatley. Contact the Rocket Mountain Biking Club at www.rocketmtb.ca.
Wednesday, November 5, 12:15 to 12:55
Patricia M. Productions Fall Luncheon Fashion Show takes place at Glitters Fun Eatery, 162 King St., Chatham (352-0820) to benefit the Chatham Good Fellows. Call for reservations.
Wednesday, December 3, 12:15 to 12:55
Patricia M. Productions Fall Luncheon Fashion Show takes place at the Satellite Restaurant, 145 King St., Chatham (352-5281) to benefit Outreach for Hunger. Call for reservations.
