Community Voice – coming events

Submit your coming events to bruce@chatham­voice.com or michelle@chathamvoice.com

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• Calling All Artists: 13th Annual Juried Art Exhibition at the Wallaceburg and District Museum Art and Education Room. The exhibit is open to all mediums and ages 19 and over. Entry Deadline June 15, 2024. Exhibition on display June 18th – July 31.

• Register today for the Merlin Legion Car Show. Sunday July 21st from 10 am to 3 pm
Trophies and prizes PLUS a Meat draw – 50/50 and BBQ full of booze draw!! Call Lori at 519-476-5870 for information.

• Eben Ezer Canadian Reformed Church is excited to host a free Kids Klub for all kids ages 5 to 12 from July 15 to 19. Kids Klub runs from 6.15pm to 8.15pm with an optional free dinner for participating kids at 5.30pm. Details and registration are here: https://chatham-ebenezer.com/kidsklub

Monday, June 24, 2024:
• St.Clair Estates Social Club  Euchre 1 p.m. 9 Dunkirk Street, Chatham.

• The Active Lifestyle Centre invites you to our amazing Woodshop Monday thru Friday at 20 Merritt Ave, Chatham! Open to all members between 9am-12pm! Our experienced Woodshop Volunteers are available for guidance throughout the morning and afternoons would be available by request. They have all the equipment you could need to complete your next project! Only $3 a day for Members! 519-352-5633.

Tuesday, June 25, 2024:
• Join the Kiwanis Club of Chatham-Kent as they are off to the Huron County Playhouse to see “Fiddler on the Roof” and a visit to the Hessenland Inn. $155 includes Badder Coach from Chatham, prime theatre seats and one great meal at noon. For more info call Cathy Telfer at 519-359-1665 or email bustrips2024@chathamkiwanis.com.

• Come join us at The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham
from 11:00am–9:30pm. The kitchen is open to serve lunch from 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 7:00pm. Everyone is welcome.

• Enjoy a friendly game of euchre, 7:00 pm. Br. 642 Legion, 39 William St. Chatham,
$5/person, For information, call 519-351-8733.

Wednesday, June 26, 2024:
• Come join us at The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham
from 11:00am–9:30pm. The kitchen is open to serve lunch from 11:00am–1:30pm. Our daily special is Meat loaf Dinner. Come check out our other daily specials. We have Fun Darts at 7:00pm. Everyone is welcome.

• Windsor Casino Bus Trip, cost $35/person with $15 free play returned, no refund unless bus is cancelled, enjoy an airconditioned 56 seat bus. Boarding bus 10:15 am, departing 10:30 am.; call 519-351-8733, Br 642 Legion, 39 William St., Chatham.

• RWTO Retired Women Teachers of Ontario, Chatham-Kent Branch will meet at 9:30 a.m. (meal $35) at Hidden Hills Golf Course, Chatham. Bring a friend and join us for coffee, book sale, brief business, a program and socializing with former colleagues. Meal at noon. Call Lynn 519-676-5900 by June 22.

Thursday, June 27, 2024:
• Come join us at The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St.
Chatham from 11:00am–9:30pm. The kitchen is open to serve lunch from 11:00am-1:30pm. Come check out our daily specials. Senior Euchre starts at 1:00pm. Everyone is welcome.

• Merlin Legion 519-689-4884 – Join us for a fun filled afternoon –  Jam Session – bring your instruments or singing voices from 1 to 4:30 pm.  All are welcome to attend.  A donation of $2.  From 4 to 7.   Homemade Panzerotti + Menu available.

• Are you craving a good game of Bridge…or 2? The Active Lifestyle Centre would love for you to join in at 20 Merritt Ave, Chatham. The group meets from 9am-12pm and is Open to the Public! There is also Relaxed Bridge on Tuesdays from 12:30-3pm. User fees apply, $3 for Members and $6 for Non-Members. 519-352-5633.

• The Active Lifestyle Centre invites you to our Chatham-Kent Public Library Presentation at 20 Merritt Ave, Chatham. This Presentation will be from 2-3pm and is Open to the Public. This event will cover all of the free resources the Library wants you to use! Everything from free online papers to Home Service deliveries! Call or Visit to Register, user fees apply: $3 for Members, $6 for Non-Members. 519-352-5633.

Friday, June 28, 2024:
• Come join us at The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham from 11:00am–9:30pm. The kitchen is open to serve lunch from 11:00am–1:30pm. Supper will be served from 4:00–6:00. 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 7:00pm. Everyone Welcome.

• Merlin Legion 519-689-4884 – Call for meal menu.

• Friday night supper at the Chatham Moose Lodge, 850 Richmond St is a salisbury steak dinner with potatoes, vegetables, salad and a bun. Dine ins $13 and pickup $14. All meals are served at 6pm. Please call daily at 519-352-8291 to order. Everyone welcome.

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.

• Bill’s Place Community Space Drop-In.. 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.

• Come join us at The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham
from 11:00am–9:30pm. There will be a meat draw at 3:30, 4:30 and 5:30pm. The kitchen is open to serve lunch from 3:00pm–5:30pm. Entertainment by Good Company from 4:30-9:30. Come out and check out our menu. Everyone is welcome.

• Merlin Legion Br. 465 Call 519-689-4884 for details.  Join us for our delicious Merlickin Chicken plus menu serving 4:30 to 8 pm ENTERTAINMENT – 7 to 11 pm “Back to Back”

Sunday, June 30, 2024:
• Merlin Legion invites you to our Community Family Fun Day @ 4pm Fireworks at dusk.

• Windsor’s classic rock/dance band, Crack the Whip, comes to the Two Creeks stage on Sunday, June 30th, at 6pm. No admission but we pass the hat. 1km north of Wheatley. Food and beverage by the Scouts.  For more info see twocreeks.ca.

Monday, July 1, 2024:
• Come celebrate Canada Day at the Wallaceburg & District Museum’s 40th Anniversary. 12:00pm-5:00pm. 12:00pm celebration begins. Food, bbq, vendors, games, entertainment, glitter tattoos, face painting, bouncy castles, photo booth. 505 King St., Wallaceburg. For info call 519-627-8962. We are looking for vendors.

• St.Clair Estates Social Club  Euchre 1 p.m. 9 Dunkirk Street, Chatham

• Canada Day -Monday – Come join us at The Chatham Legion, corner of
William & Colborne St. Chatham from 11:00 a.m.– 5:00 p.m. on the patio, the BBQ will be open for burgers, cheese burgers, sausage on a bun, hot dogs & fries. Starting at 1:00pm, we will be entertained by Allen James. EVERYONE IS WELCOME.\

Tuesday, July 2, 2024:
• Come join us at The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St., Chatham from 11:00 a.m.– 9:30 p.m. The kitchen is open to serve lunch from 11:00 a.m. – 1:30p.m. 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, July 3, 2024:
• Come join us at The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne
St. Chatham from 11:00 a.m.– 9:30 p.m. The kitchen is open to serve lunch from 11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Our daily special is Meat loaf Dinner. Come check out our other daily specials. EVERYONE IS WELCOME.

Thursday, July 4, 2024:
•  Come join us at The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St.
Chatham from 11:00 a.m.– 9:30 p.m. The kitchen is open to serve lunch from 11:00 a.m. – 1:30p.m. Come check out our daily specials. Senior Euchre starts at 1:00 p.m. EVERYONE IS WELCOME.

Friday, July 5, 2024:
• Bill’s Place Community Space Drop-In.. 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.

• Come join us at The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St.
Chatham from 11:00 a.m.– 9:30 p.m. The kitchen is open to serve lunch from 11:00 a.m. – 1:30p.m. Supper will be served from 4:00 – 6:00. No orders after 5:30 p.m. Tonight’s specials are Cabbage Rolls and potatoes or Fish & Chips, $13.00. Take out is also available by calling 519-351-8733 or 519-351-5639. Everyone Welcome

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.

• The 2024 Blueberry Social will take place at the Sombra Museum Cultural Centre (3476 St. Clair Pkwy), on Saturday, July 6^th 1-4PM. The event will entail the serving of fresh blueberry desserts, live music provided by the Clearwater Chordsmen, and ample opportunity to view some of our new exhibits. The event has an admission fee of $8 for adults, $3 for children, $2 for preschool and $4 for members.

• Come join us at The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St.
Chatham from 11:00 a.m.– 9:30 p.m. Patio BBQ from 12:00 to 5:00p for burgers, cheese
burgers, sausage on a bun, hot dogs & fries. There will be a meat draw at 3:30, 4:30 and 5:30p.m. Entertainment by The Marquis Band from 4:30-9:30. Everyone Welcome.

• Chatham Branch Summer Puzzle Swap – 10:00 am until 11:00 pm Meeting Room. Looking to swap out your puzzles that are 500 pieces or more, that are in good condition and not missing any pieces? This is your opportunity to participate in the Chatham Branch of CKPL Puzzle Swap. We ask those that are interested in participating to drop off puzzles Tuesday, July 2 until Friday, July 5 during library hours, to receive a voucher to return on Saturday, July 6 between 10:00 am until 11:00 pm to “shop” for new to you puzzles. Early birds get the best selection. No registration required. All ages are welcome. For more information visit wwww.ckpl.ca

Monday, July 8, 2024:
• WALLACEBURG VACATION BIBLE CAMP –  Mon. July 8 to 12, 2024 from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm.  Theme is Deep Sea Discovery.  Bible Stories, Games, Crafts, Snacks, Songs, etc.  for further information or registration contact 519-627-6325 or 519-627-4367.

• St.Clair Estates Social Club  Euchre 1 p.m. 9 Dunkirk Street, Chatham.

• Come and play the ancient Chinese game of Mahjong at the library. Chatham Branch’s Mahjong Club from 3:00 pm to 4:45 pm in the Chatham Branch Meeting Room. Take this opportunity to play Mahjong with family and friends while enjoying our air conditioning! Come learn the basics of Chinese Mahjong or join a group that already is well versed in the game. All playing levels welcome. Join us for some tiled fun! Need more information? contacting Ask CKPL: Phone: 519-354-2940 Text: 519-401-7174 Email: cklibrary@chatham-kent.ca Facebook Chat: @ckplibrary To find out more about programs and events at Chatham-Kent Public Library, visit www.ckpl.ca.

Tuesday, July 9, 2024:
• Come join us at The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St.
Chatham from 11:00 a.m.– 9:30 p.m. The kitchen is open to serve lunch from 11:00 a.m. – 1:30p.m. 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, July 10, 2024:
• Come join us at The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne
St. Chatham from 11:00 a.m.– 9:30 p.m. The kitchen is open to serve lunch from 11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Our daily special is meat loaf Dinner. Come check out our other daily specials. EVERYONE IS WELCOME.

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.

• Come join us at The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham from 11:00 a.m.– 9:30 p.m. The kitchen is open to serve lunch from 11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Come check out our daily specials. Senior Euchre starts at 1:00 p.m. EVERYONE IS WELCOME.

Friday, July 12, 2024:
• Come join us at The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St.
Chatham from 11:00 a.m.– 9:30 p.m. The kitchen is open to serve lunch from 11:00 a.m. – 1:30p.m. Supper will be served from 4:00 – 6:00. No orders after 5:30 p.m. Tonight’s specials are Chicken Parmesan and potatoes or Fish & Chips, $13.00. Take out is also available by calling 519-351-8733 or 519-351-5639. On the Patio, you will be entertained by Back-to-Back 7pm to 10pm. EVERYONE IS 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.

• Come join us at The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St.
Chatham from 11:00 a.m.– 9:30 p.m. There will be a meat draw at 3:30, 4:30 and 5:30 p.m. The kitchen is open to serve lunch from 3:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Entertainment by the Corner Stone Band from 4:30-9:30. Come check out our menu. EVERYONE IS WELCOME.

Sunday, July 14, 2024:
• Calling all Veterans. The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham will be hosting a Buddy Check for all Veterans from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00p.m. Come enjoy a coffee and talk to other Veterans. This venue is for Veterans Only.

Monday, July 15, 2024:
• Eben Ezer Canadian Reformed Church is excited to host a free Kids Klub for all kids ages 5 to 12 from July 15 to 19. Kids Klub runs from 6.15pm to 8.15pm with an optional free dinner for participating kids at 5.30pm. Details and registration are here: https://chatham-ebenezer.com/kidsklub.

• St.Clair Estates Social Club  Euchre 1 p.m. 9 Dunkirk Street, Chatham.

• Come and play the ancient Chinese game of Mahjong at the library. Chatham Branch’s Mahjong Club from 3:00 pm to 4:45 pm in the Chatham Branch Meeting Room. Take this opportunity to play Mahjong with family and friends while enjoying our air conditioning! Come learn the basics of Chinese Mahjong or join a group that already is well versed in the game. All playing levels welcome. Join us for some tiled fun! Need more information? contacting Ask CKPL: Phone: 519-354-2940 Text: 519-401-7174 Email: cklibrary@chatham-kent.ca Facebook Chat: @ckplibrary To find out more about programs and events at Chatham-Kent Public Library, visit www.ckpl.ca.

Tuesday, July 16, 2024:
• Come join us at The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St.
Chatham from 11:00 a.m.– 9:30 p.m. The kitchen is open to serve lunch from 11:00 a.m. – 1:30p.m. 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, 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.

• Games Night at Bill’s Place, 48 Centre Street with CK Pride at 630pm .  You are welcome to bring a game to see if others want to play it or play what we have. Light refreshments / snacks potluck.

• Come join us at The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne
St. Chatham from 11:00 a.m.– 9:30 p.m. The kitchen is open to serve lunch from 11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Our daily special is Meat loaf Dinner. Come check out our other daily specials. EVERYONE IS WELCOME.

Thursday, July 18, 2024:
• Come join us at The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St.
Chatham from 11:00 a.m.– 9:30 p.m. The kitchen is open to serve lunch from 11:00 a.m. – 1:30p.m. Come check out our daily specials. Senior Euchre starts at 1:00 p.m. EVERYONE IS WELCOME.

Friday, July 19, 2024:
• Come join us at The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St.
Chatham from 11:00 a.m.– 9:30 p.m. The kitchen is open to serve lunch from 11:00 a.m. – 1:30p.m. Supper will be served from 4:00 – 6:00. No orders after 5:30 p.m. Tonight’s specials are Roast Beef and potatoes or Fish & Chips, $13.00. Take out is also available by calling 519-351- 8733 or 519-351-5639. Everyone is welcome.

• Running Creek Ministry Hosting tent meetings with Pastor Rene McIntyre
& Open Heaven Worship Team @ 7PM and Saturday, July 20 @ 3PM & 7PM. 29292 Running Creek, Wallaceburg ON. 519-328-5672. email:runningcreekministry@gmail.com.

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.

• Come join us at The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St.
Chatham from 11:00 a.m.– 9:30 p.m. There will be a meat draw at 3:30, 4:30 and 5:30 p.m. The kitchen is open to serve lunch from 3:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Entertainment by Southern Hospitality from 4:30-9:30. Come out and check out our menu. Everyone is welcome.

• Running Creek Ministry Hosting tent meetings with Pastor Rene McIntyre
& Open Heaven Worship Team@ 3PM & 7PM. 29292 Running Creek, Wallaceburg ON. 519-328-5672. email:runningcreekministry@gmail.com.

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.

• 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.

• Chatham-Kent 4H Judging Night – Registration: 6pm. Judging starts: 6:30pm. Location: Dresden Fair Grounds. Rain Date: August 1st, 2024.

• Come join us at The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St.
Chatham from 11:00 a.m.– 9:30 p.m. There will be a meat draw at 3:30, 4:30 and 5:30 p.m. The kitchen is open to serve lunch from 3:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Entertainment by Terry Barker and Friends from 6:00-9:30. Come out and check out our menu. EVERYONE IS WELCOME.

Monday, July 29, 2024:
• St.Clair Estates Social Club  Euchre 1 p.m. 9 Dunkirk Street, Chatham.

• Come and play the ancient Chinese game of Mahjong at the library. Chatham Branch’s Mahjong Club from 3:00 pm to 4:45 pm in the Chatham Branch Meeting Room. Take this opportunity to play Mahjong with family and friends while enjoying our air conditioning! Come learn the basics of Chinese Mahjong or join a group that already is well versed in the game. All playing levels welcome. Join us for some tiled fun! Need more information? contacting Ask CKPL: Phone: 519-354-2940 Text: 519-401-7174 Email: cklibrary@chatham-kent.ca Facebook Chat: @ckplibrary To find out more about programs and events at Chatham-Kent Public Library, visit www.ckpl.ca.

Tuesday, July 30, 2024:
• Come join us at The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St.
Chatham from 11:00 a.m.– 9:30 p.m. The kitchen is open to serve lunch from 11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. 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, July 31, 2024:
• Come join us at The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne
St. Chatham from 11:00 a.m.– 9:30 p.m. The kitchen is open to serve lunch from 11:00 a.m. –1:30 p.m. Our daily special is Meat loaf Dinner. Come check out our other daily specials. EVERYONE IS WELCOME.

Friday, August 2, 2024:
• Bill’s Place Community Space Drop-In.. 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 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.

• Art on the Boulevard in Erieau August 3, 2024 from 9 am to 4 pm. Stroll down our tree lined boulevard during this free event and meet and purchase works of over 100 artists from across Ontario. Tour cottages and homes in the village from 10 am – 2 pm at a cost of $20 per ticket. Tickets can be purchased at the information table. Local musicians DAM Band will be playing in the gazebo on the boulevard throughout the day. Come enjoy your day.

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.

• CK Pride is hosting Chatham-Kent Pride Week with lots of fun events for all ages!  ckpride.com/pride. Various municipalities have been holding pride celebrations since the first Canadian gay rights protest in August 1971. Come help us observe this tradition!

• Pride Dance at Jazzbah, 270 King St. W., Chatham. 9pm. Start off CK Pride Week. $5 cash at the door and a special pride themed drink. 19+ event. ckpride.com/pride.

Sunday, August 11, 2024:
• Diversity Service at St. Andrew’s United Church. 85 William St. S., Chatham. 1030am. ckpride.com/pride.

Monday, August 12, 2024:
• Pride Flag Raising at Municipal Civic Centre, 315 King St. W., Chatham. 12pm. ckpride.com/pride.

• Come and play the ancient Chinese game of Mahjong at the library. Chatham Branch’s Mahjong Club from 3:00 pm to 4:45 pm in the Chatham Branch Meeting Room. Take this opportunity to play Mahjong with family and friends while enjoying our air conditioning! Come learn the basics of Chinese Mahjong or join a group that already is well versed in the game. All playing levels welcome. Join us for some tiled fun! Need more information? contacting Ask CKPL: Phone: 519-354-2940 Text: 519-401-7174 Email: cklibrary@chatham-kent.ca Facebook Chat: @ckplibrary To find out more about programs and events at Chatham-Kent Public Library, visit www.ckpl.ca.

Tuesday, August 13, 2024:
• Rainbow Storytime and Sundae Funday at Bill’s Place, 48 Centre St., Chatham. 630pm.  All ages storytime by CKPL and free ice cream sundaes!  ckpride.com/pride.

Wednesday, August 14, 2024:
• LINCK Youth Pride fundraising BBQ lunch. 12 pm. 495 Grand Ave W., Chatham. Ckpride.com/pride. Bill’s Place Community Space Drop-In. 330-630pm.

• Come spend some time in a 2SLGBTQIA+ safe space at 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. ckpride.com

• Pride Pub Night at Sons of Kent, 27 Adelaide St. S., Chatham. 7pm. Come join us for a drink! ckpride.com/pride.

Thursday, August 15, 2024:
• Pride Movie night: The Birdcage at The Capitol, 238 King St. W., Chatham. 7pm. $5 cash tickets. After the movie join us for an after-treat at Turns and Tales, 213 King St. W., Chatham. Bring your CK Pride Membership card for a discount! ckpride.com/pride.

Friday, August 16, 2024:
• CKPL Virtual pride puzzle. Facebook.com/CKPLibrary

• Pride Community Bonfire at 21118 Base Road., (between Blenheim and Ridgetown). 9pm.  CK Pride president is hosting her annual inclusive bonfire. ckpride.com/pride.

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.

• Pride Parade. King St., Chatham. 11am.  Leaving from Municipal Civic Centre, following Fifth Street down Centre Street, to Harvey Street. Celebrate with pride! ckpride.com/pride.

• Pride Fest at 48 Centre St., Chatham. 12-4pm.  Platinum Sponsored by Municipality of Chatham Kent, Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation, Pinnacle Freight Specialists Inc., and Royal Bank Canada.  Street vendors, food, and community booths, Mainstreet Credit Union foam machine, Giant unicorn sprinkler, live music and drag competition. ckpride.com/pride.

Sunday, August 18, 2024:
• Drag Brunch at The Garden 193 King St., Chatham.  1130am.  Epoxy is hosting an 18+ drag brunch to finish off CK Pride Week! ckpride.com/pride.

• Come and play the ancient Chinese game of Mahjong at the library. Chatham Branch’s Mahjong Club from 3:00 pm to 4:45 pm in the Chatham Branch Meeting Room. Take this opportunity to play Mahjong with family and friends while enjoying our air conditioning! Come learn the basics of Chinese Mahjong or join a group that already is well versed in the game. All playing levels welcome. Join us for some tiled fun! Need more information? contacting Ask CKPL: Phone: 519-354-2940 Text: 519-401-7174 Email: cklibrary@chatham-kent.ca Facebook Chat: @ckplibrary To find out more about programs and events at Chatham-Kent Public Library, visit www.ckpl.ca.

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.

• Games Night at Bill’s Place, 48 Centre Street with CK Pride at 630pm .  You are welcome to bring a game to see if others want to play it or play what we have. Light refreshments / snacks potluck.

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.

Monday, August 26, 2024:
• Come and play the ancient Chinese game of Mahjong at the library. Chatham Branch’s Mahjong Club from 3:00 pm to 4:45 pm in the Chatham Branch Meeting Room. Take this opportunity to play Mahjong with family and friends while enjoying our air conditioning! Come learn the basics of Chinese Mahjong or join a group that already is well versed in the game. All playing levels welcome. Join us for some tiled fun! Need more information? contacting Ask CKPL: Phone: 519-354-2940 Text: 519-401-7174 Email: cklibrary@chatham-kent.ca Facebook Chat: @ckplibrary To find out more about programs and events at Chatham-Kent Public Library, visit www.ckpl.ca.

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.

• 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.

Friday, September 6, 2024:
• Bill’s Place Community Space Drop-In.. 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 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.

• 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 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.

• Games Night at Bill’s Place, 48 Centre Street with CK Pride at 630pm .  You are welcome to bring a game to see if others want to play it or play what we have. Light refreshments / snacks potluck.

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.

• 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.

Friday, October 4, 2024:
• Bill’s Place Community Space Drop-In.. 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 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.

• 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 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.

• Games Night at Bill’s Place, 48 Centre Street with CK Pride at 630pm .  You are welcome to bring a game to see if others want to play it or play what we have. Light refreshments / snacks potluck.

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.

• 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.

Friday, November 1, 2024:
• Bill’s Place Community Space Drop-In.. 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 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.

• 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 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.

• Games Night at Bill’s Place, 48 Centre Street with CK Pride at 630pm .  You are welcome to bring a game to see if others want to play it or play what we have. Light refreshments / snacks potluck.

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.

Wednesday, November 27, 2024:
• Join the Kiwanis Club of Chatham-Kent as they are off to the Victoria Playhouse Petrolia to see “Starbright Christmas” and a visit to Actor’s Restaurant. $150 includes Badder Coach from Chatham, prime theatre seats and one great meal at noon. For more info call Cathy Telfer at 519-359-1665 or email bustrips2024@chathamkiwanis.com.

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.

• 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.

Friday, December 6, 2024:
• Bill’s Place Community Space Drop-In.. 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 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.

• 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 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.

• Games Night at Bill’s Place, 48 Centre Street with CK Pride at 630pm .  You are welcome to bring a game to see if others want to play it or play what we have. Light refreshments / snacks potluck.

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.

• 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.