Community Messages

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐎𝐍! 

Our 𝐏𝐀𝐖𝐑 𝐁𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 has officially kicked off and 𝐫𝐮𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠, 𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟏𝐬𝐭!  Start collecting those bottles and cans, and help us turn them into food, shelter, and care for animals in need.

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐂𝐚𝐧 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩:
 Bring your empty alcohol bottles & cans to PAWR –𝟒𝟎𝟓 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐀𝐯𝐞 𝐄, 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐦
 Look for the drop-off trailer 𝐢𝐧 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐭 of the shelter during business hours
 Spread the word and get your friends involved!

Every bottle, every can—it all adds up to real help for animals who need us. Let’s make this our biggest bottle drive yet!

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐎𝐍! 

Our 𝐏𝐀𝐖𝐑 𝐁𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 has officially kicked off and 𝐫𝐮𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠, 𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟏𝐬𝐭!  Start collecting those bottles and cans, and help us turn them into food, shelter, and care for animals in need.

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐂𝐚𝐧 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩:
 Bring your empty alcohol bottles & cans to PAWR –𝟒𝟎𝟓 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐀𝐯𝐞 𝐄, 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐦
 Look for the drop-off trailer 𝐢𝐧 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐭 of the shelter during business hours
 Spread the word and get your friends involved!

Every bottle, every can—it all adds up to real help for animals who need us. Let’s make this our biggest bottle drive yet!

Join the Active Lifestyle Centre for their Walk Fit program on Mondays, 12-1pm and Wednesdays, 10-11am. 

Contract the ALC for more information: 20 Merritt Ave, Chatham 519-352-5633.

Upgrade your gadgets? Don't toss them, recycle them! From computers and printer cartridges to TVs (except rear projection), cell phones, cameras, and batteries – Habitat for Humanity Chatham-Kent has you covered. Stop by ReStore to donate today.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐎𝐍! 

Our 𝐏𝐀𝐖𝐑 𝐁𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 has officially kicked off and 𝐫𝐮𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠, 𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟏𝐬𝐭!  Start collecting those bottles and cans, and help us turn them into food, shelter, and care for animals in need.

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐂𝐚𝐧 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩:
 Bring your empty alcohol bottles & cans to PAWR –𝟒𝟎𝟓 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐀𝐯𝐞 𝐄, 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐦
 Look for the drop-off trailer 𝐢𝐧 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐭 of the shelter during business hours
 Spread the word and get your friends involved!

Every bottle, every can—it all adds up to real help for animals who need us. Let’s make this our biggest bottle drive yet!

Residents in CK are reporting calls from 'the fire department' asking for donations. CKFR will never ask for personal or financial information.

CKFR is reminding residents to be aware of suspicious emails, texts, or calls, and please report to Chatham-Kent Police Service

Nutrition is about more than just food—it’s about living a healthier, more balanced life.

You can speak to a Registered Dietitian for free by calling Health811. Whether you have questions about balanced meals, managing dietary needs for your family, or starting new habits, support is just a call or click away.

Call 811 or chat online: ontario.ca/Health811.

Celebrate Earth Day at the Tilbury Branch of the Chatham Kent Public Library on Tuesday, April 22 from 1pm to 6pm by making a seed ball with wildflower seeds, soil, and clay. Plant Your seed bomb at home and watch it bloom!

Chatham-Kent Public Library offers Dial-A-Story! Simply call 519-354-2940, choose "3" for Dial-A-Story and listen to your heart's content!

See something in your neighbourhood that needs repair? Get it done with 3-1-1. Use www.CK311.ca to requests repairs, or call 3-1-1 from anywhere in Chatham-Kent. 

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐎𝐍! 

Our 𝐏𝐀𝐖𝐑 𝐁𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 has officially kicked off and 𝐫𝐮𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠, 𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟏𝐬𝐭!  Start collecting those bottles and cans, and help us turn them into food, shelter, and care for animals in need.

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐂𝐚𝐧 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩:
 Bring your empty alcohol bottles & cans to PAWR –𝟒𝟎𝟓 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐀𝐯𝐞 𝐄, 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐦
 Look for the drop-off trailer 𝐢𝐧 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐭 of the shelter during business hours
 Spread the word and get your friends involved!

Every bottle, every can—it all adds up to real help for animals who need us. Let’s make this our biggest bottle drive yet!

Do you know how to keep yourself and your household safe in the case of a weather emergency? 
1. Make an emergency preparedness plan 
2. Build your emergency kit 
3. Stay informed 
Learn more at ontario.ca/BePrepared

Get your steps in and join the The Mental Health Network of Chatham Kent - Hope House on Wednesdays for their Walk Fit Days at the Health Plex!

Join Jeff at 10:15 to get your steps in. Please meet at Hope House for 10am to join. Call 519-351-3100 for more info.

Join the Active Lifestyle Centre for their Walk Fit program on Mondays, 12-1pm and Wednesdays, 10-11am. 

Contract the ALC for more information: 20 Merritt Ave, Chatham 519-352-5633.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐎𝐍! 

Our 𝐏𝐀𝐖𝐑 𝐁𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 has officially kicked off and 𝐫𝐮𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠, 𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟏𝐬𝐭!  Start collecting those bottles and cans, and help us turn them into food, shelter, and care for animals in need.

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐂𝐚𝐧 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩:
 Bring your empty alcohol bottles & cans to PAWR –𝟒𝟎𝟓 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐀𝐯𝐞 𝐄, 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐦
 Look for the drop-off trailer 𝐢𝐧 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐭 of the shelter during business hours
 Spread the word and get your friends involved!

Every bottle, every can—it all adds up to real help for animals who need us. Let’s make this our biggest bottle drive yet!

The Health811 service, including the phone line, online chat feature and website, is available in English and French. Translation support is also available in over 200 languages, including Indigenous languages such as Cree, Ojibwe and Inuktitut, through Health811’s phone service.

www.ontario.ca/health811

Do you have a child that is between the ages of 0-5 without a doctor or nurse practitioner? Our First Five team can help!

The First Five team is comprised of a Nurse Practitioner and a Nurse that can provide primary care, referral requests, immunizations, and acute illness treatment.

Register here: www.ckchc.ca/programs-services/first-five/

Make a DIY Tile Coaster at Chatham Branch of the Chatham-Kent Public Library in April! All supplies are provided. Join them Thursday, April 24 at 6:30pm or Friday, April 25 at 2pm. Limited spaces are available. Register by calling 519-354-2940.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐎𝐍! 

Our 𝐏𝐀𝐖𝐑 𝐁𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 has officially kicked off and 𝐫𝐮𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠, 𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟏𝐬𝐭!  Start collecting those bottles and cans, and help us turn them into food, shelter, and care for animals in need.

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐂𝐚𝐧 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩:
 Bring your empty alcohol bottles & cans to PAWR –𝟒𝟎𝟓 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐀𝐯𝐞 𝐄, 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐦
 Look for the drop-off trailer 𝐢𝐧 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐭 of the shelter during business hours
 Spread the word and get your friends involved!

Every bottle, every can—it all adds up to real help for animals who need us. Let’s make this our biggest bottle drive yet!

Make a DIY Tile Coaster at Chatham Branch of the Chatham-Kent Public Library in April! All supplies are provided. Join them Thursday, April 24 at 6:30pm or Friday, April 25 at 2pm. Limited spaces are available. Register by calling 519-354-2940.

Red & White Roller Night at the Bothwell Arena! April 25th with family skate from 6:30-8:30pm and adult skate from 8:30-10:30pm. 

Dress as a hoser… throw on a toque, get out that Lumberjack plaid, Canadian Tuxedo, or Team Canada gear! Call (519) 401-7791 for more info.

Mark your calendars and get ready for the ultimate fan experience! CK Expo is returning to the Chatham-Kent John D. Bradley Convention Centre on April 26th & 27th, 2025.

SAVE THE DATE! From comics and cosplay to collectibles and gaming, CKX brings together fans of all ages for an unforgettable weekend. Stay tuned for more details, and visit ckexpo.ca for updates.

Students learn how to interview for a babysitting job, choose safe and age-appropriate toys and games, perform basic first aid, diapering and feeding techniques, and handle bedtime (11-15 years). Sign up for the babysitting course in Dresden on April 26th at 519-360-1998 or municipalityofchathamkent.ca

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐎𝐍! 

Our 𝐏𝐀𝐖𝐑 𝐁𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 has officially kicked off and 𝐫𝐮𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠, 𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟏𝐬𝐭!  Start collecting those bottles and cans, and help us turn them into food, shelter, and care for animals in need.

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐂𝐚𝐧 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩:
 Bring your empty alcohol bottles & cans to PAWR –𝟒𝟎𝟓 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐀𝐯𝐞 𝐄, 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐦
 Look for the drop-off trailer 𝐢𝐧 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐭 of the shelter during business hours
 Spread the word and get your friends involved!

Every bottle, every can—it all adds up to real help for animals who need us. Let’s make this our biggest bottle drive yet!

The next concert from The Wallaceburg Concert Band will be on April 26, 7pm at the W.D.S.S. Webber Auditorium. Be sure to be a part of the audience that will be talking about this show the day after. Not only will the music be great, but they have some very special guest artists joining them!

wallaceburgconcertband.ca for more info.

Mark your calendars and get ready for the ultimate fan experience! CK Expo is returning to the Chatham-Kent John D. Bradley Convention Centre on April 26th & 27th, 2025.

SAVE THE DATE! From comics and cosplay to collectibles and gaming, CKX brings together fans of all ages for an unforgettable weekend. Stay tuned for more details, and visit ckexpo.ca for updates.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐎𝐍! 

Our 𝐏𝐀𝐖𝐑 𝐁𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 has officially kicked off and 𝐫𝐮𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠, 𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟏𝐬𝐭!  Start collecting those bottles and cans, and help us turn them into food, shelter, and care for animals in need.

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐂𝐚𝐧 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩:
 Bring your empty alcohol bottles & cans to PAWR –𝟒𝟎𝟓 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐀𝐯𝐞 𝐄, 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐦
 Look for the drop-off trailer 𝐢𝐧 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐭 of the shelter during business hours
 Spread the word and get your friends involved!

Every bottle, every can—it all adds up to real help for animals who need us. Let’s make this our biggest bottle drive yet!

Join ck animal rescue on April 27 from 2-4 PM at The Common Room (805 Grand Ave, Chatham) for a fun and creative fundraising event.

For a $25 suggested donation, you'll get to paint your own custom record.

RSVP to: terryjanssens@gmail.com to secure your spot! 

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐎𝐍! 

Our 𝐏𝐀𝐖𝐑 𝐁𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 has officially kicked off and 𝐫𝐮𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠, 𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟏𝐬𝐭!  Start collecting those bottles and cans, and help us turn them into food, shelter, and care for animals in need.

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐂𝐚𝐧 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩:
 Bring your empty alcohol bottles & cans to PAWR –𝟒𝟎𝟓 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐀𝐯𝐞 𝐄, 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐦
 Look for the drop-off trailer 𝐢𝐧 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐭 of the shelter during business hours
 Spread the word and get your friends involved!

Every bottle, every can—it all adds up to real help for animals who need us. Let’s make this our biggest bottle drive yet!

Join the Active Lifestyle Centre for their Walk Fit program on Mondays, 12-1pm and Wednesdays, 10-11am. 

Contract the ALC for more information: 20 Merritt Ave, Chatham 519-352-5633.

The Chatham-Kent Film Group will be screening this years Best Picture winner Anora on April 28 at Galaxy Cinemas! There will only be one screening at 7PM and tickets are $5 for season passholders and $10 for non-members.

We have a few spaces available for our upcoming Memory & Aging Program!

During this 5-week program, participants will learn about changes in memory that normally occur with age, factors affecting memory, how to minimize age-related changes, and strategies for improving memory function. This program is facilitated by the CKCHC and Thamesview Family Health Team.

Register today by:
 519-397-5455 x 117
 registration@ckchc.ca

Upgrade your gadgets? Don't toss them, recycle them! From computers and printer cartridges to TVs (except rear projection), cell phones, cameras, and batteries – Habitat for Humanity Chatham-Kent has you covered. Stop by ReStore to donate today.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐎𝐍! 

Our 𝐏𝐀𝐖𝐑 𝐁𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 has officially kicked off and 𝐫𝐮𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠, 𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟏𝐬𝐭!  Start collecting those bottles and cans, and help us turn them into food, shelter, and care for animals in need.

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐂𝐚𝐧 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩:
 Bring your empty alcohol bottles & cans to PAWR –𝟒𝟎𝟓 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐀𝐯𝐞 𝐄, 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐦
 Look for the drop-off trailer 𝐢𝐧 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐭 of the shelter during business hours
 Spread the word and get your friends involved!

Every bottle, every can—it all adds up to real help for animals who need us. Let’s make this our biggest bottle drive yet!

Residents in CK are reporting calls from 'the fire department' asking for donations. CKFR will never ask for personal or financial information.

CKFR is reminding residents to be aware of suspicious emails, texts, or calls, and please report to Chatham-Kent Police Service

Nutrition is about more than just food—it’s about living a healthier, more balanced life.

You can speak to a Registered Dietitian for free by calling Health811. Whether you have questions about balanced meals, managing dietary needs for your family, or starting new habits, support is just a call or click away.

Call 811 or chat online: ontario.ca/Health811.

See something in your neighbourhood that needs repair? Get it done with 3-1-1. Use www.CK311.ca to requests repairs, or call 3-1-1 from anywhere in Chatham-Kent. 

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐎𝐍! 

Our 𝐏𝐀𝐖𝐑 𝐁𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 has officially kicked off and 𝐫𝐮𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠, 𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟏𝐬𝐭!  Start collecting those bottles and cans, and help us turn them into food, shelter, and care for animals in need.

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐂𝐚𝐧 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩:
 Bring your empty alcohol bottles & cans to PAWR –𝟒𝟎𝟓 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐀𝐯𝐞 𝐄, 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐦
 Look for the drop-off trailer 𝐢𝐧 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐭 of the shelter during business hours
 Spread the word and get your friends involved!

Every bottle, every can—it all adds up to real help for animals who need us. Let’s make this our biggest bottle drive yet!

Do you know how to keep yourself and your household safe in the case of a weather emergency? 
1. Make an emergency preparedness plan 
2. Build your emergency kit 
3. Stay informed 
Learn more at ontario.ca/BePrepared

Get your steps in and join the The Mental Health Network of Chatham Kent - Hope House on Wednesdays for their Walk Fit Days at the Health Plex!

Join Jeff at 10:15 to get your steps in. Please meet at Hope House for 10am to join. Call 519-351-3100 for more info.

Join the Active Lifestyle Centre for their Walk Fit program on Mondays, 12-1pm and Wednesdays, 10-11am. 

Contract the ALC for more information: 20 Merritt Ave, Chatham 519-352-5633.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐎𝐍! 

Our 𝐏𝐀𝐖𝐑 𝐁𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 has officially kicked off and 𝐫𝐮𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠, 𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟏𝐬𝐭!  Start collecting those bottles and cans, and help us turn them into food, shelter, and care for animals in need.

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐂𝐚𝐧 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩:
 Bring your empty alcohol bottles & cans to PAWR –𝟒𝟎𝟓 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐀𝐯𝐞 𝐄, 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐦
 Look for the drop-off trailer 𝐢𝐧 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐭 of the shelter during business hours
 Spread the word and get your friends involved!

Every bottle, every can—it all adds up to real help for animals who need us. Let’s make this our biggest bottle drive yet!

The Health811 service, including the phone line, online chat feature and website, is available in English and French. Translation support is also available in over 200 languages, including Indigenous languages such as Cree, Ojibwe and Inuktitut, through Health811’s phone service.

www.ontario.ca/health811

Do you have a child that is between the ages of 0-5 without a doctor or nurse practitioner? Our First Five team can help!

The First Five team is comprised of a Nurse Practitioner and a Nurse that can provide primary care, referral requests, immunizations, and acute illness treatment.

Register here: www.ckchc.ca/programs-services/first-five/

The Battle of Longwoods - War of 1812 Education Day returns Friday, May 2, 2025! Hear the crack of the musket and step back in time to experience history come alive during this special single-day, multi-school event presented in partnership with the Upper Thames Military Reenactment Society.

Advance registration required, limited space available.

Bright Beginnings Expo (Indoor Program) (0-30m)
For parents/caregivers with little ones 30 months or younger. Come out to meet community professionals and learn about early child development and local services.
*Registration Required
Location: Queen Elizabeth II P.S. Gym (79 Eugenie St., Chatham)
o Saturday, May 3, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Don't miss award winning comedian and best-selling author, Ron James on his Not Nearly Done Yet Tour!

May 3, 7:30pm.

This show has a run time of approximately 105 minutes; no intermission
 

Registration is now open for the 9th Annual Hike for Hospice! Register at www.hikeforhospiceck.com and come out with the family on May 4th.

Join the Active Lifestyle Centre for their Walk Fit program on Mondays, 12-1pm and Wednesdays, 10-11am. 

Contract the ALC for more information: 20 Merritt Ave, Chatham 519-352-5633.

Residents in CK are reporting calls from 'the fire department' asking for donations. CKFR will never ask for personal or financial information.

CKFR is reminding residents to be aware of suspicious emails, texts, or calls, and please report to Chatham-Kent Police Service

Nutrition is about more than just food—it’s about living a healthier, more balanced life.

You can speak to a Registered Dietitian for free by calling Health811. Whether you have questions about balanced meals, managing dietary needs for your family, or starting new habits, support is just a call or click away.

Call 811 or chat online: ontario.ca/Health811.

Join staff at the Tilbury Branch of the Chatham Kent Public Library for Book Club on Tuesday, May 6 at 6pm! Please call the Tilbury Branch at 519-682-0100 for more information.

Do you know how to keep yourself and your household safe in the case of a weather emergency? 
1. Make an emergency preparedness plan 
2. Build your emergency kit 
3. Stay informed 
Learn more at ontario.ca/BePrepared

Get your steps in and join the The Mental Health Network of Chatham Kent - Hope House on Wednesdays for their Walk Fit Days at the Health Plex!

Join Jeff at 10:15 to get your steps in. Please meet at Hope House for 10am to join. Call 519-351-3100 for more info.

Join the Active Lifestyle Centre for their Walk Fit program on Mondays, 12-1pm and Wednesdays, 10-11am. 

Contract the ALC for more information: 20 Merritt Ave, Chatham 519-352-5633.

Sprucedale United Church Broasted Chicken Dinner – Wednesday, May 7, 2025 – 493 Victoria Ave., Chatham. Includes all the fixings. 4:30-6:30 pm – 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 sprprov@gmail.com with your information or call the Church office at 519-354-0060 and leave a message.

Oscar Nominate Night: I’m Still Here

Wednesday, May 7, 2025
Chatham Capitol Theatre
7:00 pm
Admission $7 at the door or Flash Your Pass

A mother is forced to reinvent herself when her family's life is shattered by an act of arbitrary violence during the tightening grip of a military dictatorship in Brazil, 1971.

Rating: PG-13
Genre: Drama, Biography, History
Run time: 1 h 16 min
Stars: Fernanda Torres, Fernanda Montenegro, Selton Mello

The Health811 service, including the phone line, online chat feature and website, is available in English and French. Translation support is also available in over 200 languages, including Indigenous languages such as Cree, Ojibwe and Inuktitut, through Health811’s phone service.

www.ontario.ca/health811

Do you have a child that is between the ages of 0-5 without a doctor or nurse practitioner? Our First Five team can help!

The First Five team is comprised of a Nurse Practitioner and a Nurse that can provide primary care, referral requests, immunizations, and acute illness treatment.

Register here: www.ckchc.ca/programs-services/first-five/

Enjoy a concert of big band music with everything from Count Basie to the Beatles with the Baddest Big Band at 7 pm. Tickets ($30) are available at the church office, 85 William Street, S. or online at www.standrewschatham.org/tickets. For further information call 519-352-0010 or www.standrewschatham.org/tickets. 

Spice up your life at the Capitol Theatre with Spice Wannabe - The Spice Girls Tribute 

Don't miss this 90's nostalgia straight from Las Vegas!

 May 11, 3:00 pm
www.cktickets.com 

Join the Active Lifestyle Centre for their Walk Fit program on Mondays, 12-1pm and Wednesdays, 10-11am. 

Contract the ALC for more information: 20 Merritt Ave, Chatham 519-352-5633.

Nutrition is about more than just food—it’s about living a healthier, more balanced life.

You can speak to a Registered Dietitian for free by calling Health811. Whether you have questions about balanced meals, managing dietary needs for your family, or starting new habits, support is just a call or click away.

Call 811 or chat online: ontario.ca/Health811.

Are you a fan of crafting? Come and join the Tilbury Branch of the Chatham Kent Public Library on the second Tuesday of each month for a delightful and creative crafting session. Register in advance by calling 519-682-0100. 

Do you know how to keep yourself and your household safe in the case of a weather emergency? 
1. Make an emergency preparedness plan 
2. Build your emergency kit 
3. Stay informed 
Learn more at ontario.ca/BePrepared

Join the Active Lifestyle Centre for their Walk Fit program on Mondays, 12-1pm and Wednesdays, 10-11am. 

Contract the ALC for more information: 20 Merritt Ave, Chatham 519-352-5633.

Join the Chatham-Kent Chamber of Commerce for The 137th Chatham-Kent Business Excellence Awards!

🗓 May 15, 2025

⏰ 6:00pm

📍 Chatham Capitol Theatre

Tickets on sale now at www.cktickets.com

Join the Active Lifestyle Centre for their Walk Fit program on Mondays, 12-1pm and Wednesdays, 10-11am. 

Contract the ALC for more information: 20 Merritt Ave, Chatham 519-352-5633.