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Things to do in and around Chatham-Kent!
Tuesday, November 4, 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.
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.
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.
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, 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.
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, November 5, 7:30 p.m.
The Sydenham Field Naturalists present a program on "Insects" with Stan Kaveney at their regular monthly meeting. Programs take place on the 2nd floor of the Wallaceubrg Municipal Service Centre, Dufferin Ave., Wallaceburg.
Thursday, November 6, 8:00 p.m.
The Imperial Theatre, Sarnia presents comedian Gerry Dee - Last Canadian Standing Tour. Tickets are $36.50 per person. Call the box office at 1-877-344-7469 or visit www.imperialtheatre.net.
November 6, 7, 8, 14, 15
Theatre Kent presents Beauty and the Beast at the Chatham Cultural Centre. For tickets or information call the CCC box office at 519-354-8338 or visit www.cktickets.com.
November 8, 9
The 39th Annual Festival of Crafts takes place at Kinsmen Auditorium with over 80 truly unique arts and crafts vendors. The show is hosted by the Municipality in conjunction with the Kiwanis Club of Ridgetown. For information regarding the show or to request and application for a booth, please call the Municipality of Chatham-Kent at 519-360-1998.
Wednesday, November 12, 7:30
The Dresden Horticultural Society presents Ruth Song demonstrating a project with Dried Flowers. The project, "Make a Christmas Card" will be presented at the Presbyterian Church in Dresden. There are only 20 spaces so call early to 519-683-6675 to reserve a spot.
Friday and Saturday, November 14 and 15, 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, November 16, 2:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Theatre Sarnia presents Man of La Mancha at the Imperial Theatre in Sarnia. Tickets are: adults $24, seniors $22, students $14. Call the box office at 1-877-344-7469 or visit www.imperialtheatre.net
Saturday, November 15, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
The Canadian Cancer Society hosts Let's Scrap Cancer - Scrapbooking Event at St. Clair College, Thames Campus. The $30 registration fee includes a $20 tax receipt. For more info call 519-352-3960.
Sunday, November 16
Sunday, November 16, 2008: The Tilbury Knights of Columbus are sponsoring The Tilbury Autumn Doll and Farm Toy Show, ěLand of Lincoln,î celebrating the Lincoln Toy factory products of the ë50ís and í60ís, which were produced on Young Street in Tilbury. The show lasts from 10 A.M. to 3 P.M. Admission is $2.50 per person; children under 12 are free when accompanied by an adult. Early bird admission at 8:00 A.M. is $10. The location is the Knights of Columbus Hall at the end of Bond Street, which is off Queen St. in Tilbury. Proceeds will be donated to community projects. Contact Richard Armstrong at 519-682-3565 or HYPERLINK "mailto:richardarmstrong@sympatico.ca" richardarmstrong@sympatico.ca for more information.
Monday, November 17
Child Development Clinic – If you do not have a Family Doctor or Nurse Practitioner for your toddler, you can attend a free 18 month clinic on November 17, 2008 to get your toddler immunized and receive an 18 month development package. A clinic will be held at the Best Start Hub at Winston Churchill Public School from 9:00 am ń 12:00 noon. Call 519-352-7270 ext. 2903 to book an appointment.
November 17
Deadline for registration for the 64th Annul Chatham Kiwanis Music Festival, March 30 to April 9, 2009. The grand Concert is scheduled for Monday, April 20. 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, all in Chatham. Entry Deadline in November 17, 2008 except for Bands whose deadline is December 1, 2008. Register online at http://www.chathamkiwanis.com/musicfestival beginning November 1, or by mail. Contact Lois Pepper at 354-8644 or Mary Alice Marchand at 354-0962 for more information.
Wednesday, November 19
Saturday, November 22
Theatre Sarnia presents Man of La Mancha at the Imperial Theatre in Sarnia. Tickets are: adults $24, seniors $22, students $14. Call the box office at 1-877-344-7469 or visit www.imperialtheatre.net
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.
Wednesday, December 3, 7:30 p.m.
The Sydenham Field Naturalists present a presentation on "Stewardship Kent" with Don Hector at their regular monthly meeting. Programs take place on the 2nd floor of the Wallaceubrg Municipal Service Centre, Dufferin Ave., Wallaceburg. Public welcome.
Wednesday, December 10, 7:30
The Dresden Horticultural Society present Evelyn Poppe with a demonstration of "Make a Christmas Arrangement" at their meeting at Trinity Christian Centre in Dresden.
Wednesday, January 14, 7:00
Dresden Horticultural Society will hold their business meeting at Trinity Christian Centre.
Saturday, January 17, 2:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.
The Chatham Cultural Centre presents PHAT LOVE & the thin girl, a collaborative effort by writer/performer Tara Duffy and director Cynthia Rose. This play captures the hilarious love and life stories of a woman falling heart first into self-acceptance. Her struggles mirror many of our own insecurities about self, body and finding true love. Tickets are $15 and go on sale Sept. 29/08 for CCC members and Oct. 5 for non-members. Call 519-354-8338 or book on-line at www.cktickets.com or get your tickets at the CCC box office, 75 William St. N., Chatham.
January 21, 6:30 p.m.
Annual Dinner Meeting of the Dresden Horticultural Society at Trinity Christian Centre in Dresden. Speaker to be announced.
February 5, 6, 7
Theatre Kent presents A streetcar Named Desire at the Chatham Cultural Centre. For tickets or information call the CCC box office at 519-354-8338 or visit www.cktickets.com.
Saturday, February 7
Benefit Laser Light & Variety Extravaganza Show on SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2009 at Ursuline College, Chatham In Support of the Chatham-Kent Professional Fire Fighters Associationís community charity fund. Proceeds will assist local worthy causes. The Firefighters have assisted many local community projects
including Camp Trillium, Y.M.C.A., Prism Center, Chatham Goodfellows, Children's Safety Village, and Chatham Youth Soccer. A telemarketing drive has begun in the area and we encourage those who receive a call to support the program by sponsoring or purchasing tickets. The Toll Free number for tickets and information is 1-800-516-5810
Wednesday, February 25, 7:00
Monthly meeting of the Dresden Horticultural Society will take place at the Trinity Christian Centre in Dresden.
Saturday, February 14
Simply Red, An Affair of the Heart, at the Portuguese Canadian Social Club – fundraiser for the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Silent Auction, dinner and dancing with Four Diamond Executive Chef Brian Machado, decor by Royal Creations and music by the Tom Lockwood Band. Tickets are $100 per person and can be obtained by calling 519-354-6232 or e-mail lobrien@hsf.on.ca........
Wednesday, March 25, 7:00
Monthly meeting of the Dresden Horticultural Society will take place at the Trinity Christian Centre in Dresden.
March 30 to April 9
The 64th Annul Chatham Kiwanis Music Festival takes place. The grand Concert is scheduled for Monday, April 20. 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, all in Chatham. Entry Deadline in November 17, 2008 except for Bands whose deadline is December 1, 2008. Register online at http://www.chathamkiwanis.com/musicfestival beginning November 1, or by mail. Contact Lois Pepper at 354-8644 or Mary Alice Marchand at 354-0962 for more information.
Wednesday, April 22, 7:00
Business meeting of the Dresden Horticultural Society will take place at the Trinity Christian Centre in Dresden.
May 7, 8, 9
Theatre Kent presents an original comedy by Chatham-Kent resident Karen Robinet entitled Caught in the Acts on at the Chatham Cultural Centre. For tickets or information call the CCC box office at 519-354-8338 or visit www.cktickets.com.
