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Community Voice – coming events

November 30, 2023

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Friday, December 1, 2023:
• Adult Colouring at the CKPL Chatham Branch Community Living Café. Every Friday. 2:00pm until 4:00pm. Are you looking for a creative outlet? Need some time to escape the everyday? Come and connect with people of all ages and skill levels while colouring away the stress of the day. Come alone or bring a friend. No registration required, come and go as you please.

• Join us at the Merlin Legion Br. 465 for our delicious Merlickin Pork Chops includes 1 chop, scalloped potatoes or fries, veggies, bun and dessert. Serving 4:30 to 7 pm . RSVP 519-689-4884.

• The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open 11:00am–9:30pm. Kitchen open for lunch 11:00am–1:30pm. Supper will be served from 4:00–6:00. No orders after 5:30pm. Tonight’s specials are Pork Roast or Fish & Chips, $13.00. Take out is available by calling 519-351-8733 or 519-351-5639. Fun Darts start at 7:00pm. Everyone Welcome.

• Clair Culliford of The Veranda Presents will read his recent verse and prose at Mrs. Bell’s Tea Room at 1 pm. Some of the writings will be humorous, some thoughtful, some complimentary, and some satirical or perhaps sarcastic. All will be entertaining. The reading is called “From My Cabin Overlooking The Thames.” At the Tea Room, you can enjoy a pot of tea and delicious scones with clotted cream and strawberry jam.

Saturday, December 2, 2023:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

• Join us at the Merlin Legion Br. 465 for our delicious Merlickin Chicken plus menu serving 4 to 7pm Plus tonight we welcome you to be entertained by “The All Nighters” 7 to 11 pm Questions call 519-689-4884.

• MARK YOUR CALENDARS! Jubilee Chorus presents: “Christmas Joy! A Festival of Lessons and Carols”. This free concert will take place at Grace Christian Reformed Church (255 Tweedsmuir Ave W) on Saturday, December 2, at 7pm. A freewill offering will be received with the proceeds going to support Refuge Pregnancy Support Services. Bring your friends and enjoy, and on select pieces singing along!

• The Wallaceburg Concert Band presents it’s annual Christmas Concert, “The Magic of Christmas”, at 7pm in the WDSS Webber Auditorium (920 Elgin St., Wallaceburg). Free admission. Freewill donations are graciously accepted.

• The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open 11:00am–9:30 pm. There will be a meat draw at 3:30, 4:30 and 5:30pm. Kitchen open for lunch 3:00pm– 5:30pm. Entertainment by The D.A.M. Band from 4:30-9:30. Come check out our menu. Everyone Welcome.

Sunday, December 3, 2023:
• Creekside Church – 10:00 a.m Sunday’s at the Active Lifestyle Centre, Merritt Ave. Haven’t been to church in a while? Come find community with us. creeksidechurch.ca.

• The CK Singers Community Choir is pleased to present “The Gift of Christmas” concert at First Presbyterian Church in Chatham on Sunday, December 3^rd at 2:30 pm featuring Christmas music both new and old. Joining the choir will be soloists Andrew Derynck and Amy Clifford along with Amy Tapley on French horn and Holly McCubbin on flute. Free will offering to support the local food bank. All are welcome to experience the joy of music at Christmas.

Tuesday, December 5, 2023:
• Chess Club at Chatham Branch of CKPL. 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm. Drop in program. Great opportunity to learn new strategies by playing with different players. All ages and all skill levels are welcome.

• ALC Carpet Bowling, 12pm–3pm. $3 members $5 non-members. Make new friends and have fun!

• The Chatham Legion, Branch 642 corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open
11:00am–9:30pm. Kitchen open for lunch 11:00am–1:30pm. Today’s special is spaghetti with meat sauce. Come play Euchre at 1:00 or spend the evening playing Shuffleboard or Euchre starting at 7:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome.

• Essentrics Class at 11am at the Ridgetown Area Adult Activity Centre for adults ages 45 and up. This functional fitness class aims to enhance mobility and strength. $3 for members or $6 for non-members. Call the Centre at 519-674-5126 to learn more.

Wednesday, December 6, 2023:
• The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open 11:00am– 9:30 pm. Kitchen open for lunch 11:00am–1:30pm. Our daily special is meat loaf dinner. Come check out our other daily specials. We have Fun Darts at 7:00 pm. Everyone is welcome.

• The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open 11:00am–9:30 pm. Kitchen open for lunch 11:00am–1:30pm. Come check out our daily specials. Senior Euchre starts at 1:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome.

• Join Ally Hill and Emily Taylor at 6pm for a vinyl paint night at Bill’s Place 48 Centre Street, Chatham. Pay what you may entry fee proceeds support CK Pride. All materials provided. All ages welcome but 16+ recommended. Reservations: Nathan.Dawthorne@ckpride.com.

• Pasta Lunch Fundraiser at The Active Lifestyle Centre from 11am-2pm in The Common Ground Café – Eat in or Take Out! Pasta, meatballs, garlic toast and a brownie for only $12 Support your 50+ Recreation, come for a tour! 20 Merritt Ave Chatham. Call to order today or come on in and sit awhile and meet some new friends! 519-352-5633.

• Carpet bowling from 2-4pm at the Ridgetown Area Adult Activity Centre for adults ages 45 and up. Beginners and experienced bowler’s welcome. You can participate by standing or sitting. $3 for members or $6 for non-members. Call the Centre at 519-674-5126 to learn more.

Thursday, December 7, 2023:
• Blue Christmas service – 7:00pm at St. Paul’s Congregational Church, 450 Park Ave. W. If you are navigating grief and loss this Christmas, we invite you to join us to be encouraged, strengthened and refreshed. For more info call 519-436-0255.

• Join us at the Merlin Legion Br. 465 for a fun filled afternoon with the Jam Session from 1 to 4:30 pm All are welcome to attend. A donation of $2. From 4 to 7 Homemade Panzerotti + Menu available – Call 519-689-4884 Join us at the Merlin Legion Br. 465.

• Line Dancing at 11am at the Ridgetown Area Adult Activity Centre. $3 for members or $6 for non-members. Call the Centre at 519-674-5126 to learn more.

• Games Room Open House from 1-3pm at the Ridgetown Area Adult Activity Centre. Come check out the awesome billiard games we have available and learn how to play 8-ball, snooker, tabletop shuffleboard, and crokinole. If you’re an experienced pool, shuffleboard or crokinole player, come out and share your tips and techniques! Call the Centre at 519-674-5126 to learn more.

Friday, December 8, 2023:
• Adult Colouring at the CKPL Chatham Branch Community Living Café. Every Friday. 2:00pm until 4:00pm. Are you looking for a creative outlet? Need some time to escape the everyday? Come and connect with people of all ages and skill levels while colouring away the stress of the day. Come alone or bring a friend. No registration required, come and go as you please.

• Join us at the Merlin Legion Br. 465 – for our delicious Xmas Turkey Dinner. RSVP 519-689-4884 ASAP. From 7 to 11 be Entertained by our one and only Dean Robert a fine musician.

• Bi-Monthly Movie Nights with CK Pride. Join us a Bill’s Place (48 Centre St., Chatham) for a 2SLGBTQIA+ themed holiday film, “Single All the Way” (2021). More information available at ckpride.com/calendar.

• The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open 11:00am–9:30 pm. Kitchen open for lunch 11:00am–1:30pm. Supper will be served from 4:00–6:00. No orders after 5:30pm. Tonight’s specials are Roast Beef or Fish & Chips, $13.00. Take out is also available by calling 519-351-8733 or 519-351-5639. Fun Darts start at 7:00pm. Everyone Welcome.

• Active Lifestyle Centre Wrapping Party Fundraiser – Can’t find time to get everything done before Christmas? Let the ALC help and leave your wrapping to us! Help us FUNDRAISE for an amazing cause! Proceeds go towards creating enriching programs for the ALC 50+ community! On December 8 & 15, 2023 from 9am -4pm you can drop your gifts off and let our elves do all of your hard work. 20 Merritt Ave, Chatham. 519-352-5633.

• Beginners Tai Chi at 10am at the Ridgetown Area Adult Activity Centre for adults ages 45 and up. Tai Chi is a gentle way to relieve stress, improve balance and flexibility, and inner peace through graceful movements and mindfulness. $3 for members or $6 for non-members. Call the Centre at 519-674-5126 to learn more.

• Friday supper at the Chatham Moose Lodge, 850 Richmond St is a Breaded Pork Chop with potatoes, vegetable, coleslaw and a bun. Dine ins $12 and pickups $13. All meals are served at 6 PM. Please call daily at 519-352-8291 to order. Everyone welcome.

Saturday, December 9, 2023:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

• Join us at the Merlin Legion Br. 465 – come be entertained by Dan Knight – Musician from 7 to 11 pm. Merlickin Chicken plus Menu served from 3 to 7pm.

• Saturdays at 7 at St. Andrew’s presents “Seeing is Believing” at the Chatham Capitol Theatre at 7 pm. Come and celebrate the magic of Christmas at this concert featuring St. Andrew’s concert choir, chamber orchestra, children’s choir and talented local musicians. Tickets ($25) are available at the Cultural Centre box office or online at www.cktickets.com. Children 12 and under are free. For more information www.standrewschatham.org/music or call 519-352-0010.

• The Chatham Legion Branch 642 corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open
11:00am–9:30pm. There will be a meat draw at 3:30, 4:30 and 5:30pm. Kitchen open
for lunch 3:00pm–5:30pm. Entertainment by Unity Station from 4:30-9:30. Come
check out our menu. Everyone Welcome.

• East Side Pride Breakfast With Santa! Free to everyone at the Wish Centre at 10am. Everyone welcome. The Breakfast with Santa has been an activity that we have enjoyed putting on with our community partners for many years. It has grown every year to over 400 people for breakfast, holiday celebrations, music and a visit with Santa and Mrs Claus.

• East Side Pride Turkey Bingo and Raffle at the Wish Centre. $10 for books- Specials $1.

6:30pm. Doors open at 5:30 pm. Must be 18 to play.

Sunday, December 10, 2023:
• Creekside Church – 10:00 a.m Sunday’s at the Active Lifestyle Centre, Merritt Ave. Haven’t been to church in a while? Come find community with us. creeksidechurch.ca.

• Join Locally Unique Markets at Red Barn Brewing Co in Blenheim from 12pm-4pm for our Christmas at Red Barn vendor Market. Shop 15+ local vendors, makers & bakers. Santa will be on site from 1pm-3pm for a visit and photos. Enjoy food from local food truck CK SmashBurger. Join us in supporting Outreach For Hunger by bringing non-perishable food or personal hygiene products that will be distributed to those in need.

Tuesday, December 12, 2023:
• Chess Club at Chatham Branch of CKPL. 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm. Drop in program. Great opportunity to learn new strategies by playing with different players. All ages and all skill levels are welcome.

• ALC Carpet Bowling, 12pm–3pm. $3 members $5 non-members. Make new friends and have fun!

• The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open 11:00am–9:30 pm. Kitchen open for lunch 11:00am–1:30pm. Today’s special is spaghetti with meat sauce. Come play Euchre at 1:00 or spend the evening playing Shuffleboard or Euchre starting at 7:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome.

• Karaoke and Cocoa Fundraiser in The Common Grounds Café at The Active Lifestyle Centre from 12-3pm Enjoy some laughs and some serious vocalists while sipping on some Hot Cocoa with all the fixings. $8 your choice Chocolate Stix, Cinnamon Stix, Sprinkles, Marshmallows oh my! Specialty Flavor shots available at the bar. Come on in and get your laugh on! Support your 50+ Recreation today! 20 Merritt Ave Chatham. Call for details! 519-352-5633. Open to everyone!

• Active Lifestyle Centre Cocoa and Karaoke Fundraiser from 12-3 PM in the Common Grounds Café. Admission is $8 this includes a hot cocoa bar with all the fixins you can imagine! You can add $2 for a shot of extra fun (LLBO licensed) in your hot cocoa. The price of admission also includes the karaoke, you are free to sing your heart out or listen to the stars! There will also be food and snacks available for purchase. This is all happening at 20 Merritt Ave! Call us at 519-352-5633 with any questions.

• Join us for a free, informative presentation on Fisheries Management in the Great Lakes by Brian Locke from the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources & Forestry. Open to the public. Free to attend at the Ridgetown Area Adult Activity Centre at 3:30pm.

• Wanda Bell, owner of Mrs. Bell’s Tea Room, is coming back to CKPL to explore even more about the history of Afternoon Tea as well as Victorian Christmas Traditions. Visit the Chatham Branch of Chatham-Kent Public Library at 7:00 pm for this tea-lightful event!

To find out more about CKPL programs and events, visit www.ckpl.ca.

Wednesday, December 13, 2023:
• The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open 11:00am–9:30 pm. Kitchen open for lunch 11:00am–1:30p.m. Our daily special is meat loaf dinner. Come check out our other daily specials. We have Fun Darts at 7:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome.

• Join the monthly Men’s Social Club at Sons of Kent in Chatham for a holiday pint! Gay, bi, queer, questioning etc welcome. Reservations: Nathan.Dawthorne@ckpride.com.

Thursday, December 14, 2023:
• Retired Workers Chapter Meeting are the perfect opportunity to enjoy coffee and baked goods and visit with friends and former fellow workers. Keep up to date with the community, pensions, benefits and info provided from informed leadership and guest speakers. Spouses are welcome. 10:00am at the Unifor Local 127, 405 Riverview Dr., Chatham.

• Bill’s Place Community Space Drop-In. 330-630pm. Come spend some time in a 2SLGBTQIA+ safe space 48 Centre St., Chatham. Hang out, have a coffee, do your homework, ask a question, read a book, or chat about life or what we’ve been working on. Get some clothes from our Out of the Closet program, use the Community cupboard & more! No RSVP needed! Come & go as you please. All ages & allies welcome.

• The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham from 11:00am–9:30 pm. Kitchen open for lunch 11:00am–1:30pm. Come check out our daily specials. Senior Euchre starts at 1:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome.

• Christmas Dinner at 6pm at the Ridgetown Area Adult Activity Centre. Join us for a joyous evening of caroling, good company, and a Christmas Dinner with dessert, wine, or sparkling beverage, prepared by the Turin United Church Women! Tickets are $40/pp. Call 519-674-5126 or visit the Centre to learn more and get your tickets.

Friday, December 15, 2023:
• Adult Colouring at the CKPL Chatham Branch Community Living Café. Every Friday. 2:00pm until 4:00pm. Are you looking for a creative outlet? Need some time to escape the everyday? Come and connect with people of all ages and skill levels while colouring away the stress of the day. Come alone or bring a friend. No registration required, come and go as you please.

• The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open 11:00am–9:30pm. Kitchen open for lunch 11:00am–1:30pm. Supper served from 4:00–6:00. No orders after 5:30pm. Tonight’s specials are ham & scallops or fish & chips, $13.00. Take out available by calling 519-351-8733 or 519-351-5639. Everyone Welcome.

Saturday, December 16, 2023:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

• The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open 11:00am–9:30 pm. Meat draw at 3:30, 4:30 and 5:30pm. Kitchen open for lunch 3:00pm–5:30pm. Entertainment by the Marquis from 4:30-9:30. Come check out our menu. Everyone Welcome.

Sunday, December 17, 2023:
• Creekside Church – 10:00 a.m Sunday’s at the Active Lifestyle Centre, Merritt Ave. Haven’t been to church in a while? Come find community with us. creeksidechurch.ca.

Monday, December 18, 2023:
• Diabetes, Healthy Feet & You. Join us and learn how to take control of your health! Access virtual programs using any computer, tablet, or smartphone. All workshop materials are provided free of charge.1:30pm—4:00pm. Register at https://dhfy_dec18.eventbrite.ca.

Tuesday, December 19, 2023:
• Chess Club at Chatham Branch of CKPL. 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm. Drop in program. Great opportunity to learn new strategies by playing with different players. All ages and all skill levels are welcome.

• ALC Carpet Bowling, 12pm–3pm. $3 members $5 non-members. Make new friends and have fun!

• The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open 11:00am–9:30 pm.Ktchen open for lunch 11:00am–1:30pm. Today’s special is spaghetti with meat sauce. Come play Euchre at 1:00 or spend the evening playing Shuffleboard or Euchre starting at 7:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome.

Wednesday, December 20, 2023:
• Kent Coin Club meeting at the Active Lifestyle Center (7pm – 8pm). 20 Merritt Ave Chatham. New Members and guests welcomed. Come to a meeting and meet others with similar interests. We have members that collect Canadian, USA, and World coins and paper money. Gain knowledge and trends of the hobby. For more info contact President Paul Robb (probb1@cogeco.ca) (289-228-2817).

• Rainbow Reads Teen Book Club: 6:30pm. Ages 12-19 monthly book club at Bill’s Place (48 Centre St., Chatham). Books available one month in advance at any CKPL branch or Bill’s Place. CK Pride & CKPL partnership.

• The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open 11:00am–9:30pm. Kitchen open for lunch 11:00am–1:30pm. Our daily special is meat loaf dinner. Come check out our other daily specials. We have Fun Darts at 7:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome.

Thursday, December 21, 2023:
• The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open 11:00am–9:30pm. Kitchen open for lunch 11:00am–1:30pm. Come check out our daily specials. Senior Euchre starts at 1:00pm. Everyone is welcome.

• Christmas Turkey Dinner Fundraiser Takeout – Let us do the cooking from 11am-3pm. Turkey, mashed potatoes, vegetable, stuffing, gravy, cranberry, roll and a dessert for only $20. Support your 50+ community at the Active Lifestyle Centre, 20 Merritt Ave Chatham Call to place your order today! 519-352-5633 Open to everyone!

• Active Lifestyle Centre Christmas Dinner Take out. Unwrap the magic of the season with our Christmas Takeout Dinner! For just $20, savor a festive feast crafted by our kitchen elves that Includes: Turkey, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Stuffing, Vegetable, Cranberry, Roll and Dessert . Mark your calendar, and let the flavors of joy be the highlight of your holiday. Hurry, reserve your taste of Christmas cheer! Pre-Payments will be accepted starting December 1st. Call us at 519-352-5633 or visit the front desk at 20 Merritt Ave.

• Painting & Photo Collage Workshop from 1-3pm at the Ridgetown Area Adult Activity Centre. Reflect on the joys, challenges, and special memories of 2023. Get creative and make a unique photo collage, using 4-5 of your favourite photos from the year, along with paint, paper, and stickers! Call the Centre at 519-674-5126 to learn more, $12 for members, $15 for non-members.

Friday, December 22, 2023:
• Adult Colouring at the CKPL Chatham Branch Community Living Café. Every Friday. 2:00pm until 4:00pm. Are you looking for a creative outlet? Need some time to escape the everyday? Come and connect with people of all ages and skill levels while colouring away the stress of the day. Come alone or bring a friend. No registration required, come and go as you please.

• The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open 11:00am–9:30pm. Kitchen open for lunch 11:00am–1:30pm. Supper will be served from 4:00–6:00. No orders after 5:30pm. Tonight’s specials are cabbage rolls or fish & chips, $13.00. Take out available by calling 519-351-8733 or 519-351-5639. Fun Darts start at 7:00 p.m. Everyone Welcome.

Saturday, December 23, 2023:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

• The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham from 11:00am–9:30pm. Meat draw at 3:30, 4:30 and 5:30pm. Kitchen open for lunch 3:00pm–5:30pm. Entertainment by Allen James from 4:30-9:30. Come check out our menu. Everyone Welcome

Sunday, December 24, 2023:
• Creekside Church – 10:00 a.m Sunday’s at the Active Lifestyle Centre, Merritt Ave. Haven’t been to church in a while? Come find community with us. creeksidechurch.ca.

Tuesday, December 26, 2023:
• The Chatham Legion, Branch 642 corner of William & Colbourne St. Chatham will
be closed today for Boxing Day. We will re-open tomorrow from 11:00–9:30pm.

Wednesday, December 27, 2023:
• The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open 11:00am–9:30pm. Kitchen open for lunch 11:00am–1:30pm. Our daily special is meat loaf dinner. Come check out our other daily specials. We have Fun Darts at 7:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome.

Thursday, December 28, 2023:
• The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open 11:00am–9:30pm. Kitchen open for lunch 11:00am–1:30pm. Come check out our daily specials. Senior Euchre starts at 1:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome.

Friday, December 29, 2023:
• Adult Colouring at the CKPL Chatham Branch Community Living Café. Every Friday. 2:00pm until 4:00pm. Are you looking for a creative outlet? Need some time to escape the everyday? Come and connect with people of all ages and skill levels while colouring away the stress of the day. Come alone or bring a friend. No registration required, come and go as you please.

• The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open 11:00am-9:30pm. Kitchen open for lunch 11:00am–1:30pm. Supperserved 4:00–6:00pm. No orders after 5:30pm. Tonight’s specials are liver & onions or fish & chips, $13.00. Take out is also available by calling 519-351-8733 or 519-351-5639. Fun Darts start at 7:00 p.m. Everyone Welcome.

Saturday, December 30, 2023:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

• Bill’s Place Community Space Drop-In. 11am-3pm. Come spend some time in a 2SLGBTQIA+ safe space 48 Centre St., Chatham. Hang out, have a coffee, do your homework, ask a question, read a book, or chat about life or what we’ve been working on. Get some clothes from our Out of the Closet program, use the Community cupboard & more! No RSVP needed! Come & go as you please. All ages & allies welcome.

• The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open 11:00am–9:30pm. There will be a meat draw at 3:30, 4:30 and 5:30pm. Kitchen open for lunch 3:00pm–5:30pm. Entertainment by Southern Hospitality from 4:30-9:30. Come check out our menu. Everyone Welcome.

Sunday, December 31, 2023:
• Creekside Church – 10:00 a.m Sunday’s at the Active Lifestyle Centre, Merritt Ave. Haven’t been to church in a while? Come find community with us. creeksidechurch.ca.

• Come ring in the New Years at Br. 642 Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham. Doors open at 5:00 with a Roast Beef Supper being served at 6:30. Music by The
Good Old Boys. Tickets $40.00 each and can be purchased at the Branch.

Friday, January 5, 2024:
• Come to the Cabaret with Glenda Rose 7-9pm. An evening of Cabaret style traditional drag with Glenda Rose at Bill’s Place (48 Centre St., Chatham). Showcasing the music of Liza Minnelli, Bette Midler, Shirley Bassey & others. Fundraiser for CK Pride. Light refreshments available. $20 tickets (Cash only) available after Dec 1 at Turns & Tales, Bill’s Place drop-in hours (ckpride.com/calendar) or info@ckpride.com. This is an 18+ event.

Saturday, January 6, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Thursday, January 11, 2024:
• Retired Workers Chapter Meeting are the perfect opportunity to enjoy coffee and baked goods and visit with friends and former fellow workers. Keep up to date with the community, pensions, benefits and info provided from informed leadership and guest speakers. Spouses are welcome. 10:00am at the Unifor Local 127, 405 Riverview Dr., Chatham.

Saturday, January 13, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Wednesday, January 17, 2024:
• Kent Coin Club meeting at the Active Lifestyle Center (7pm – 8pm). 20 Merritt Ave Chatham. New Members and guests welcomed. Come to a meeting and meet others with similar interests. We have members that collect Canadian, USA, and World coins and paper money. Gain knowledge and trends of the hobby. For more info contact President Paul Robb (probb1@cogeco.ca) (289-228-2817).

Saturday, January 20, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Sunday, January 21, 2024:
• 21st Annual Chatham-Kent Toy Show and Sale. Come and See: Farm Toys, Trains, Sports Cards, Trucks, Construction, Model Ships, Books, Planes, Cars, Action Figures, Dolls, Collectibles, Coins, and more! Displays and hands-on activities from many local organizations. Time: 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Location: John D. Bradley Convention Centre, 565 Richmond St., Chatham, ON. Admission: Adults – $5. Students – $2. Children 6 and under – Free.

Saturday, January 27, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Saturday, February 3, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Thursday, February 8, 2024:
• Retired Workers Chapter Meeting are the perfect opportunity to enjoy coffee and baked goods and visit with friends and former fellow workers. Keep up to date with the community, pensions, benefits and info provided from informed leadership and guest speakers. Spouses are welcome. 10:00am at the Unifor Local 127, 405 Riverview Dr., Chatham.

Saturday, February 10, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Saturday, February 17, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Wednesday, February 21, 2024:
• Kent Coin Club meeting at the Active Lifestyle Center (7pm – 8pm). 20 Merritt Ave Chatham. New Members and guests welcomed. Come to a meeting and meet others with similar interests. We have members that collect Canadian, USA, and World coins and paper money. Gain knowledge and trends of the hobby. For more info contact President Paul Robb (probb1@cogeco.ca) (289-228-2817).

Saturday, February 24, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Saturday, March 2, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Saturday, March 9, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Thursday, March 14, 2024:
• Retired Workers Chapter Meeting are the perfect opportunity to enjoy coffee and baked goods and visit with friends and former fellow workers. Keep up to date with the community, pensions, benefits and info provided from informed leadership and guest speakers. Spouses are welcome. 10:00am at the Unifor Local 127, 405 Riverview Dr., Chatham.

Saturday, March 16, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Saturday, March 23, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Wednesday, March 20, 2024:
• Kent Coin Club meeting at the Active Lifestyle Center (7pm – 8pm). 20 Merritt Ave Chatham. New Members and guests welcomed. Come to a meeting and meet others with similar interests. We have members that collect Canadian, USA, and World coins and paper money. Gain knowledge and trends of the hobby. For more info contact President Paul Robb (probb1@cogeco.ca) (289-228-2817).

Saturday, March 30, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Saturday, April 6, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Thursday, April 11, 2024:
• Retired Workers Chapter Meeting are the perfect opportunity to enjoy coffee and baked goods and visit with friends and former fellow workers. Keep up to date with the community, pensions, benefits and info provided from informed leadership and guest speakers. Spouses are welcome. 10:00am at the Unifor Local 127, 405 Riverview Dr., Chatham.

Saturday, April 13, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Wednesday, April 17, 2024:
• Kent Coin Club meeting at the Active Lifestyle Center (7pm – 8pm). 20 Merritt Ave Chatham. New Members and guests welcomed. Come to a meeting and meet others with similar interests. We have members that collect Canadian, USA, and World coins and paper money. Gain knowledge and trends of the hobby. For more info contact President Paul Robb (probb1@cogeco.ca) (289-228-2817).

Saturday, April 20, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Saturday, April 27, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Saturday, May 4, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Thursday, May 9, 2024:
• Retired Workers Chapter Meeting are the perfect opportunity to enjoy coffee and baked goods and visit with friends and former fellow workers. Keep up to date with the community, pensions, benefits and info provided from informed leadership and guest speakers. Spouses are welcome. 10:00am at the Unifor Local 127, 405 Riverview Dr., Chatham.

Saturday, May 11, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Wednesday, May 15, 2024:
• Kent Coin Club meeting at the Active Lifestyle Center (7pm – 8pm). 20 Merritt Ave Chatham. New Members and guests welcomed. Come to a meeting and meet others with similar interests. We have members that collect Canadian, USA, and World coins and paper money. Gain knowledge and trends of the hobby. For more info contact President Paul Robb (probb1@cogeco.ca) (289-228-2817).

Saturday, May 18, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Saturday, May 25, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Saturday, June 1, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Saturday, June 8, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Thursday, June 13, 2024:
• Retired Workers Chapter Meeting are the perfect opportunity to enjoy coffee and baked goods and visit with friends and former fellow workers. Keep up to date with the community, pensions, benefits and info provided from informed leadership and guest speakers. Spouses are welcome. 10:00am at the Unifor Local 127, 405 Riverview Dr., Chatham.

Saturday, June 15, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Wednesday, June 19, 2024:
• Kent Coin Club meeting at the Active Lifestyle Center (7pm – 8pm). 20 Merritt Ave Chatham. New Members and guests welcomed. Come to a meeting and meet others with similar interests. We have members that collect Canadian, USA, and World coins and paper money. Gain knowledge and trends of the hobby. For more info contact President Paul Robb (probb1@cogeco.ca) (289-228-2817).

Saturday, June 22, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Saturday, June 29, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Saturday, July 6, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Thursday, July 11, 2024:
• Bill’s Place Community Space Drop-In. 330-630pm. Come spend some time in a 2SLGBTQIA+ safe space 48 Centre St., Chatham. Hang out, have a coffee, do your homework, ask a question, read a book, or chat about life or what we’ve been working on. Get some clothes from our Out of the Closet program, use the Community cupboard & more! No RSVP needed! Come & go as you please. All ages & allies welcome.

Saturday, July 13, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Wednesday, July 17, 2024:
• Bill’s Place Community Space Drop-In. 330-630pm. Come spend some time in a 2SLGBTQIA+ safe space 48 Centre St., Chatham. Hang out, have a coffee, do your homework, ask a question, read a book, or chat about life or what we’ve been working on. Get some clothes from our Out of the Closet program, use the Community cupboard & more! No RSVP needed! Come & go as you please. All ages & allies welcome.

Saturday, July 20, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Saturday, July 27, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Saturday, August 3, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Thursday, August 8, 2024:
• Bill’s Place Community Space Drop-In. 330-630pm. Come spend some time in a 2SLGBTQIA+ safe space 48 Centre St., Chatham. Hang out, have a coffee, do your homework, ask a question, read a book, or chat about life or what we’ve been working on. Get some clothes from our Out of the Closet program, use the Community cupboard & more! No RSVP needed! Come & go as you please. All ages & allies welcome.

Saturday, August 10, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Saturday, August 17, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Wednesday, August 21, 2024:
• Bill’s Place Community Space Drop-In. 330-630pm. Come spend some time in a 2SLGBTQIA+ safe space 48 Centre St., Chatham. Hang out, have a coffee, do your homework, ask a question, read a book, or chat about life or what we’ve been working on. Get some clothes from our Out of the Closet program, use the Community cupboard & more! No RSVP needed! Come & go as you please. All ages & allies welcome.

Saturday, August 24, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Saturday, August 31, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Saturday, September 7, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Thursday, September 12, 2024:
• Retired Workers Chapter Meeting are the perfect opportunity to enjoy coffee and baked goods and visit with friends and former fellow workers. Keep up to date with the community, pensions, benefits and info provided from informed leadership and guest speakers. Spouses are welcome. 10:00am at the Unifor Local 127, 405 Riverview Dr., Chatham.

Saturday, September 14, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out.Wheelchair accessible.

Wednesday, September 18, 2024:
• Bill’s Place Community Space Drop-In. 330-630pm. Come spend some time in a 2SLGBTQIA+ safe space 48 Centre St., Chatham. Hang out, have a coffee, do your homework, ask a question, read a book, or chat about life or what we’ve been working on. Get some clothes from our Out of the Closet program, use the Community cupboard & more! No RSVP needed! Come & go as you please. All ages & allies welcome.

Saturday, September 21, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Saturday, September 28, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Saturday, October 5, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Thursday, October 10, 2024:
• Retired Workers Chapter Meeting are the perfect opportunity to enjoy coffee and baked goods and visit with friends and former fellow workers. Keep up to date with the community, pensions, benefits and info provided from informed leadership and guest speakers. Spouses are welcome. 10:00am at the Unifor Local 127, 405 Riverview Dr., Chatham.

Saturday, October 12, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Wednesday, October 16 2024:
• Bill’s Place Community Space Drop-In. 330-630pm. Come spend some time in a 2SLGBTQIA+ safe space 48 Centre St., Chatham. Hang out, have a coffee, do your homework, ask a question, read a book, or chat about life or what we’ve been working on. Get some clothes from our Out of the Closet program, use the Community cupboard & more! No RSVP needed! Come & go as you please. All ages & allies welcome.

Saturday, October 19, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Saturday, October 26, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Saturday, November 2, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Saturday, November 9, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Thursday, November 14, 2024:
• Retired Workers Chapter Meeting are the perfect opportunity to enjoy coffee and baked goods and visit with friends and former fellow workers. Keep up to date with the community, pensions, benefits and info provided from informed leadership and guest speakers. Spouses are welcome. 10:00am at the Unifor Local 127, 405 Riverview Dr., Chatham.

Saturday, November 16, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Wednesday, November 20, 2024:
• Bill’s Place Community Space Drop-In. 330-630pm. Come spend some time in a 2SLGBTQIA+ safe space 48 Centre St., Chatham. Hang out, have a coffee, do your homework, ask a question, read a book, or chat about life or what we’ve been working on. Get some clothes from our Out of the Closet program, use the Community cupboard & more! No RSVP needed! Come & go as you please. All ages & allies welcome.

Saturday, November 23, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Saturday, November 30, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Saturday, December 7, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Thursday, December 12, 2024:
• Retired Workers Chapter Meeting are the perfect opportunity to enjoy coffee and baked goods and visit with friends and former fellow workers. Keep up to date with the community, pensions, benefits and info provided from informed leadership and guest speakers. Spouses are welcome. 10:00am at the Unifor Local 127, 405 Riverview Dr., Chatham.

Saturday, December 14, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Wednesday, December 18, 2024:
• Bill’s Place Community Space Drop-In. 330-630pm. Come spend some time in a 2SLGBTQIA+ safe space 48 Centre St., Chatham. Hang out, have a coffee, do your homework, ask a question, read a book, or chat about life or what we’ve been working on. Get some clothes from our Out of the Closet program, use the Community cupboard & more! No RSVP needed! Come & go as you please. All ages & allies welcome.

Saturday, December 21, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out. Wheelchair accessible.

Saturday, December 28, 2024:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:00am, serving indoors, no take out.

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