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Submit your coming events to bruce@chatham­voice.com or [email protected]

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Thursday, September 3, 2026:
Join us at The Chatham Legion, 39 William St. N. Chatham,  11am-9:30pm. The kitchen is open for lunch 11am-1:30pm with some of your favourite dishes! Euchre at 1 pm. Everyone is welcome!  

• Lunch at the Chatham Moose Lodge, 850 Richmond St. from 11am-1:30pm. Daily specials and menu items available.

Friday, September 4, 2026:
Join us at The Chatham Legion, 39 William St. N. Chatham 11am -9:30pm. The kitchen is open for lunch 11am-1:30pm. Tonight’s dinner specials, served 4pm-5:30pm, are Fish & Chips or Roast Beef for $15 (HST Included). No orders after 5:30pm. Take out available by calling 519-351-8733 or 519-351-5639. Fun Darts at 7pm. Everyone is welcome!

• Lunch and supper at the Chatham Moose Lodge, 850 Richmond St. Lunch is from 11am -1:30pm. Includes daily specials and menu items. Friday supper is a Ham & Scallop Potato dinner with baked beans, coleslaw and a bun. Dine ins $14 and Pickup $15. All meals are served at 6pm. Please call 519-352-8291 to order.

Saturday, September 5, 2026:
Join us at The Chatham Legion, 39 William St. N. Chatham, 11am -9:30pm. Line Dancing 11am-12pm. Kitchen open 3pm-5:15pm. Meat draws at 3:30, 4:30, 5:30 and a 50/50 draw at 5:30. On Stage we have “Back to Back” 4:30-9:30pm. Everyone is welcome!

Sunday, September 6, 2026:
Breakfast at the Chatham Moose Lodge, 850 Richmond St from 9 AM until Noon.  All meals are cooked to order.

Tuesday, September 8, 2026:
Soprano, alto, tenor or bass– we want you! The CK Singers community choir begins a new session of having fun learning music in four parts at 7 pm at First Presbyterian Church. New members most welcome and there is no need to read music to sing with us. Practices go from 7-9pm with a fifteen- minute refreshment break. We perform at retirement and nursing homes, at volunteer appreciation dinners, monthly club meetings or wherever we can fit in 25-30 people. For more information, contact Director Nancy Tapley at 519-354-0463 or email [email protected].

• Join us at The Chatham Legion 39 William St. N. Chatham 11am -9:30pm. Kitchen is open for lunch 11am-1:30pm, featuring Spaghetti & Meat Sauce plus other delicious specials. Euchre at 1pm and 6:30 pm. Shuffleboard starts at 7 pm Everyone is welcome! 

Wednesday, September 9, 2025:
• Peer support group  for anyone living with or who will be living with an ostomy. Education for family, friends and public about ostomies. 2nd Wednesday of every month at 7pm. Wellwise Home Health and Wellness on the corner of St. Clair St. And McNaughton Ave. For info phone 1-226-627-8233 or by invitation to our private Facebook page ostomychatham or by email [email protected].

• Join us at The Chatham Legion, 39 William St. N. Chatham,  11am-9:30pm. Kitchen is open for lunch 11am-1:30pm. It’s Meatloaf Wednesday! Other delicious specials too. Fun Darts at 7 pm. Everyone is welcome!

Thursday, September 10, 2026:
• Join us at The Chatham Legion, 39 William St. N. Chatham,  11am-9:30pm. The kitchen is open for lunch 11am-1:30pm with some of your favourite dishes! Euchre at 1 pm. Everyone is welcome! 

• Lunch at the Chatham Moose Lodge, 850 Richmond St from 11 AM until 1:30 PM.  Daily specials and menu items available.

Friday, September 11, 2026:
• Jordan’s Run the Runway at the Chatham-Kent Municipal Airport. Now in its third year in Chatham-Kent, Jordan’s Run the Runway, presented by Siskinds LLP, is a one-of-a-kind fast and flat 5K run, walk, roll or pole.  To be held at the Chatham-Kent Municipal Airport from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. A rain or shine event, it is open to participants of all ages and abilities, offering an unforgettable evening of fun and celebration. Funds raised help to support financial assistance that allows low-income or vulnerable children, youth, families and seniors access to YMCA programs and services. Register at www.ymcaswo.ca/jordans-run-runway. Adult registration is $60.
 
• Join us at The Chatham Legion, 39 William St. N. Chatham,  11am-10pm. Kitchen is open for lunch 11am-1:30pm. Tonight’s dinner specials from 4pm-5:30pm are Fish & Chips or Chicken Fingers for $15 (HST Included) No orders after 5:30pm. Take out is available by calling 519-351-8733 or 519-351-5639. On our patio is “Chuck Fitzgerald” 7pm-10pm. BBQ starting at 6pm. Fun Darts starting at 7pm. Everyone is welcome!
 
• Lunch at the Chatham Moose Lodge, 850 Richmond St from 11 AM until 1:30 PM.  Daily specials and menu items available.   Friday night supper is a Lasagna dinner with a caesar salad and a bun. Dine ins $14 an pickups $15.  All meals are served at 6 PM.  Please call 519-352-8291 to order.
 
Saturday, September 12, 2026:
• Shrine Day: Truly, a hidden gem in Southwestern Ontario; Our Lady of the Rosary Shrine, located at 5773 10th Line, Merlin. Served by the Rosarian Order. Check out our Shrine Schedule and additional details on our website: www.olrshrine.ca/shrine. Come out and enjoy an oasis of Peace with Our Lord & His Blessed Mother; everyone is welcome to attend. 
 
• Join us at The Chatham Legion, 39 William St. N. Chatham, 11am -9:30pm. Line Dancing 10am-12pm. Kitchen is open 3pm-5:15pm. Meat Draws at 3:30, 4:30, 5:30 and a 50/50 draw at 5:30pm. “GTO” on stage 4:30-9:30pm. Everyone is welcome!
 
• Barks & Brews from 12-6pm at Red Barn Brewing Co. in Blenheim! Enjoy local shopping, delicious eats, cold drinks, and live entertainment — all while supporting Pet and Wildlife Rescue and the animals in our community. Barks & Brews is a pet-friendly event, so bring your four-legged friends along for the fun and help us support PAW! 
 
Sunday, September 13, 2026:
• Calling all Veterans. The Chatham Legion, 39 William St N. Chatham will be hosting a Buddy Check for all Veterans 10am -12pm. Enjoy a coffee and talk to other Veterans. This venue is for Veterans Only.
 
• Dawn Valley United Church 137th Anniversary at 4pm. 507 Dawn Valley Rd, Dawn-Euphemia. Special music by The Robinson Family. Roast Beef Supper. Freewill Offering. All are welcome.
 
• Enjoy the talents of youth on Sunday, September 13, 6pm, with ultrasonik. Classic rock favorites performed by musical prodigy teens, note for note. Food and drink by the Scouts. We pass the hat. Lots of parking. 
 
• Breakfast at the Chatham Moose Lodge, 850 Richmond St from 9 AM until Noon.  All meals are cooked to order.
 
Tuesday, September 15, 2026:
• Join us at The Chatham Legion, 39 William St. N. Chatham,  11am-9:30pm. Kitchen is open for lunch 11am-1:30pm featuring Spaghetti & Meat Sauce plus other delicious lunch specials. Euchre at 1pm and 6:30pm. Shuffleboard starts at 7 pm. Everyone is welcome!
 
• 2026 Summer Encore Evening of local open mic talent from 7-9pm. Shrewsbrew is a relaxed evening, held at the Shrewsbury Community Hall, where local musicians can share their talents with each other and the community. Absolutely free. Musicians are welcome to drop by. Great opportunity to make new friends. Coffee, tea and pop refreshments are served along with the occasional treats. Shrewsbury Community Hall, 112 New Scotland Line, Blenheim. Do you have a performance art talent you would like to share? Send us an email at [email protected] with your contact info, talent descriptions and any needs.
 
• Join us at the Chatham Public Library from 7:00-8:30pm for the Chatham stop of the Renewed Canadian Welcome Book Tour to hear from book contributor Rena Namago as she has a conversation with Dr. Vasanthi Venkatesh and former migrant worker and activist, Gabriel Allahdua about Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program, the settler colonial roots of Canada’s immigration system, and grassroots movements for change. This event is free to attend but attendees are requested to RSVP at https://cpj.ca/events/the-renewed-canadian-welcome-book-tour-chatham/.
 
Wednesday, September 16, 2026:

• Heart Buddies Meeting. 3rd Wednesday of every month, 465 Grand Ave, W, 6:30 pm. For more info call 519 354 0070.

• Join us at The Chatham Legion, 39 William St. N. Chatham,  11 am-9:30pm. Kitchen is open for lunch 11am-1:30pm. It’s Meatloaf Wednesday! We have other delicious specials too. Fun Darts at 7pm. Everyone is welcome!

Thursday, September 17, 2026:
• Food Drive – help fill our shelves and feed local families. Support The Salvation Army Community & Family Services by donating non-perishable food items during our community food drive. Donation locations: Real Canadian Superstore & Food Basics in Chatham. September 17 – 19.

• Join us at The Chatham Legion, 39 William St. N. Chatham,  11am-9:30 pm. Kitchen is open for lunch 11am-1:30pm with some of your favourite dishes! Euchre at 1pm. Everyone is welcome! 

• Join Us for a Fun Night of Bingo & Community Support! St. Andrew’s Residence is partnering with Riverview Gaming Centre to raise funds for our Programs Department — and we’d love for you to be part of it! 6:30pm. Riverview Gaming Centre, 497 Riverview Drive, Chatham. Tickets: $25 each. $15 from every ticket goes directly to support the amazing programs at St. Andrew’s Residence. Your ticket includes: New Player Package: 1 three-strip book, 2 Early Birds, 2 Super Jackpots, 1 Blast, 1 U-Pick 8. Come out for a night of fun, prizes, and giving back to the community. Every ticket helps make a difference! Can’t make it on September 17th? No problem! Your ticket is valid anytime between September 17 and October 17, 2026 — so you can still support a great cause and enjoy your Bingo night when it works for you. You can purchase tickets at the reception at St. Andrew’s Residence.

• The Chatham-Kent Quilters’ Guild meets the third Thursday of each month at St. Paul’s Congregational Church, 450 Park Ave W, Chatham. The next meeting will be September 17, 2026. Doors open at 6:00 for socializing and shopping. The meeting starts at 7:00pm. Everyone is welcome to join us, but the fee for non-members will be $10 per meeting. Come and enjoy our presentations, guest speakers and all of the other fun at our meeting. Our membership fee is $50
per year and this entitles you to our newsletter and all of our regular meetings free of charge. You are welcome to contact us through our Facebook page or our website at www.ckquiltguild.com for more information.

Fridau, September 18, 2026:
• We are kicking off Legion Week with a flag raising ceremony at 10:00am at City Hall. Please join us there! After the flag raising, head back to the Legion at 39 William St. N. Chatham which will be open 11am-9:30pm. Kitchen is open for lunch 11am-1:30pm. Tonight’s dinner specials, served 4pm-5:30pm, are Fish & Chips or Cabbage Rolls for $15 (HST Included) No orders after 5:30pm. Take out available by calling 519-351-8733 or 519-351-5639. Fun Darts at 7pm. Everyone is welcome!

Saturday, September 19, 2026:
• “Eras” concert at St. Andrew’s United Church. Saturdays at 7 opens its 14th season with a program that will take the audience on a journey through the music of each decade from the 40’s to today. Local musicians will perform solos and duets that celebrate the defining sounds of each generation. Donations at the door (suggested $20. per person) support the music program at St. Andrew’s. Doors open at 6:30pm. For further information www.standrewschatham.org/events or call 519-352-0010.

• Join us at The Chatham Legion, 39 William St. N. Chatham, 11am -9:30pm. Line Dancing 10am-12pm.  Kitchen open 3pm-5:15pm. Meat Draws at 3:30, 4:30, 5:30 and a 50/50 draw at 5:30pm. On Stage we have “Unity Station”  4:30-9:30pm. Everyone is welcome!

Sunday, September 20, 2026:
• To begin Legion Week, there will be a Drum Head Service at Legion Branch 252 in Bothwell, 162 George St. E, starting at 1:45pm. Everyone is welcome!

Wednesday, September 23, 2026:
• Join us at The Chatham Legion, 39 William St. N. Chatham 11am -9:30pm. Kitchen is open 11am-1:30pm. It’s Meatloaf Wednesday! We have other delicious meals too. Ladies Auxiliary is hosting Game Night. Come play Darts, Cards and/or Cornhole. Light lunch available. Registration at 6:30 and the games begin at 7pm. There will also be fun darts at 7pm. Everyone is welcome! 

• Chatham-Kent Coin Club meeting at John McGregor Secondary School Library (7pm – 8pm). 300 Cecile 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. Check out our Webpage (https://ckcoinclub.com). For more info contact President Jim Austin ([email protected]) (226-627-6789).

Thursday, September 24, 2026:
• Join us at The Chatham Legion, 39 William St. N. Chatham, 11am -9:30pm. Kitchen open for lunch 11am-1:30pm with some tasty specials. Euchre at 1pm. This is Legion Week and there will be a Volunteer Appreciation BBQ starting at 5pm. Fun Darts at 7pm. Everyone is welcome!

Friday, September 25, 2026:
• Annual Roast Beef Dinner. Join us at 5pm for a dine in Roast Beef Dinner with dessert at Christ Church Anglican, 80 Wellington St. W., Chatham. Doors open at 4:45pm. Tickets are Adults $25.00 and Children 10 and under $14.00 and are available by calling the church office 519-352-1640 or calling John 519-437-0260.
 
• Join us at The Chatham Legion, 39 William St. N. Chatham, 11am -9:30pm. Kitchen is open for lunch 11am-1:30pm. Tonight’s Dinner Specials from 4pm-5:15pm are Fish & Chips or Liver & Onions for $15 (HST included) No orders after 5:30pm. Take out is also available by calling 519-351-8733 or 519-351-5639. Bring the family! This is Legion Week and there will be a Members and LA Members Appreciation Dinner for $7.50. Non-members will pay $15.00. Everyone is welcome!
 
• Kenesserie Camp’s Women’s Weekend – Sept 25-27 – It is a great opportunity to get away from your everyday stressors, spend time in the fresh air of nature, enjoy creative activities, and delicious meals! Kenesserie.com
 
Saturday, September 26, 2026:
• Join us at The Chatham Legion, 39 William St. N. Chatham, 11am -9:30pm. Line Dancing 10am-12pm. The kitchen is open 3pm-5:15 pm. Meat Draws at 3:30, 4:30, 5:30 and a 50/50 draw at 5:30pm. On Stage we have “The Dam Band” 4:30-9:30pm. Everyone is welcome!
 

Sunday, September 27, 2026:
• Help support the Veteren Tribute Garden. Ride your motorcycle in a led ride to the cenotaps in Chatham, Wallacebrug, Wheatley and Merlin. Ride starts at 11am at the Canadian Legion, 39 William St N., Chatham. $25/rider. $10/passenger. Tax receipt provided if needed. Pledge sheets & waivers available if needed [email protected]. Support the Legion by purchasing a burger/hotdog. 

Monday, September 28, 2026:
• Join us at The Chatham Legion, 39 William St. N. Chatham at 7pm for a Fashion Show, hosted by our Ladies Auxiliary.

Tuesday, September 29, 2026:
• Join us at The Chatham Legion 39 William St. N. Chatham, 11am -9:30pm. Kitchen open for lunch 11am-1:30pm, featuring Spaghetti & Meat Sauce plus other delicious lunch specials. Euchre at 1pm and 6:30pm. Shuffleboard starts at 7pm. Everyone is welcome!   

Wednesday, September 30, 2026:
• Join us at The Chatham Legion, 39 William St. N. Chatham, 11am -9:30pm. Kitchen is open 11am-1:30pm. It’s Meatloaf Wednesday! We have other delicious meals too. Fun Darts at 7pm. Everyone is welcome!

Saturday, October 3, 2026:
• Get ready for an afternoon packed with delicious eats, great vibes, and plenty of fun! Join us at Cascades Casino Chatham from 12pm-5pm for our Food Truck Festival in support of the Boys and Girls Club of Chatham-Kent! A variety of food trucks. Something for every craving. Great entertainment & atmosphere. Fun for friends, family and foodies alike! Bring your appetite and come hungry—you won’t want to miss this tasty afternoon at Cascades Casino Chatham!

Wednesday, October 7, 2026:
• Sprucedale United Church Broasted Chicken Dinner.  493 Victoria Ave., Chatham. Includes all the fixings. 4:30-6:30pm – drive-thru only. Adults $25.00 – Children Under 12 $10.00. Tickets must be purchased in advance and picked up prior to the event. Please email [email protected] with your information or call the Church office at 519-354-0060 and leave a message.

Wednesday, October 14, 2026:
• Peer support group  for anyone living with or who will be living with an ostomy. Education for family, friends and public about ostomies. 2nd Wednesday of every month at 7pm. Wellwise Home Health and Wellness on the corner of St. Clair St. And McNaughton Ave. For info phone 1-226-627-8233 or by invitation to our private Facebook page ostomychatham or by email [email protected].

Wednesday, October 21, 2026:
• Heart Buddies Meeting. 3rd Wednesday of every month, 465 Grand Ave, W, 6:30 pm. For more info call 519 354 0070.

• Chatham-Kent Coin Club meeting at John McGregor Secondary School Library (7pm – 8pm). 300 Cecile 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. Check out our Webpage (https://ckcoinclub.com). For more info contact President Jim Austin ([email protected]) (226-627-6789).

Wednesday, November 11, 2026:
• Peer support group  for anyone living with or who will be living with an ostomy. Education for family, friends and public about ostomies. 2nd Wednesday of every month at 7pm. Wellwise Home Health and Wellness on the corner of St. Clair St. And McNaughton Ave. For info phone 1-226-627-8233 or by invitation to our private Facebook page ostomychatham or by email [email protected].

Wednesday, November 18, 2026:
• Chatham-Kent Coin Club meeting at John McGregor Secondary School Library (7pm – 8pm). 300 Cecile 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. Check out our Webpage (https://ckcoinclub.com). For more info contact President Jim Austin ([email protected]) (226-627-6789).

• Heart Buddies Meeting. 3rd Wednesday of every month, 465 Grand Ave, W, 6:30 pm. For more info call 519 354 0070.

Wednesday, December 9, 2026:
• Peer support group  for anyone living with or who will be living with an ostomy. Education for family, friends and public about ostomies. 2nd Wednesday of every month at 7pm. Wellwise Home Health and Wellness on the corner of St. Clair St. And McNaughton Ave. For info phone 1-226-627-8233 or by invitation to our private Facebook page ostomychatham or by email [email protected].

Wednesday, December 16, 2026:
• Heart Buddies Meeting. 3rd Wednesday of every month, 465 Grand Ave, W, 6:30 pm. For more info call 519 354 0070.

• Chatham-Kent Coin Club meeting at John McGregor Secondary School Library (7pm – 8pm). 300 Cecile 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. Check out our Webpage (https://ckcoinclub.com). For more info contact President Jim Austin ([email protected]) (226-627-6789).

Wednesday, January 20, 2027:
• Chatham-Kent Coin Club meeting at John McGregor Secondary School Library (7pm – 8pm). 300 Cecile 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. Check out our Webpage (https://ckcoinclub.com). For more info contact President Jim Austin ([email protected]) (226-627-6789).

Wednesday, February 17, 2027:
• Chatham-Kent Coin Club meeting at John McGregor Secondary School Library (7pm – 8pm). 300 Cecile 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. Check out our Webpage (https://ckcoinclub.com). For more info contact President Jim Austin ([email protected]) (226-627-6789).

Wednesday, March 10, 2027:
• Chatham-Kent Coin Club meeting at John McGregor Secondary School Library (7pm – 8pm). 300 Cecile 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. Check out our Webpage (https://ckcoinclub.com). For more info contact President Jim Austin ([email protected]) (226-627-6789).

Wednesday, April 21, 2027:
• Chatham-Kent Coin Club meeting at John McGregor Secondary School Library (7pm – 8pm). 300 Cecile 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. Check out our Webpage (https://ckcoinclub.com). For more info contact President Jim Austin ([email protected]) (226-627-6789).

Wednesday, May 19, 2027:
• Chatham-Kent Coin Club meeting at John McGregor Secondary School Library (7pm – 8pm). 300 Cecile 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. Check out our Webpage (https://ckcoinclub.com). For more info contact President Jim Austin ([email protected]) (226-627-6789).

Wednesday, June 16, 2027:
• Chatham-Kent Coin Club meeting at John McGregor Secondary School Library (7pm – 8pm). 300 Cecile 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. Check out our Webpage (https://ckcoinclub.com). For more info contact President Jim Austin ([email protected]) (226-627-6789).

5 COMMENTS

  1. I would like to know how much it would cost to put an invitation in the CK EVENTS.
    It is a non profit organisation

  2. Discover your family tree at the FamilySearch Center open house on Wednesday June 4th at 7:00 PM, at 23 Detroit Dr., Chatham. Finger food (all free)

  3. Could we add our event to your community calendar?
    Vendor Show April 18, 2026, 10am-2pm Good Shepherd School, 4 Edith St., Thamesville.
    Support small businesses while helping to raise funds for St. Paul’s Church. You’ll see clothing, jewelry, wellness products, 3D and crocheted toys, pet treats, home baking and much more. Stay for lunch!

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