Tilbury Branch
Adult Craft Program
Tuesday, May 13 | 6:00 pm
Join us on the second Tuesday of every month to create a beautiful and fun craft together with all supplies provided.
Please call 519-682-0100 to register. |
Thamesville Branch Life Writing Wednesdays, May 14 and 28 | 2:00 pm Join us every other Wednesday (April and May) and explore ideas and inspiration for writing about your life - for your own pleasure, to share with friends and family, or to share with a wider audience. Please call the branch to register: 519-692-4251. |
Chatham Branch
Author Talk - Dawn Beecroft Teetzel
Monday, May 26 | 6:30 pm
Drop-in
Dawn has published her second book entitled “My Mary: A Story of One Barnardo Home Child.” Drop by at 6:30 pm and enjoy listening to an excerpt from her book! Autographed copies will be available for sale at $25 per book cash or e-transfer.
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Ridgetown Branch
Card Making Night for Teens and Adults
Tuesday, May 27 | 6:00 pm
Come make a hand-made birthday card with us. All supplies provided. Ages 9+. Please register.
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Blenheim Branch
Creativity Club
Thursday, May 15 | 3:30 to 4:30 pm
Roll up your sleeves and get messy at Creativity Club! On the Third Thursday of each month we’ll explore art, building, science experiments, and more. Whether you're splattering paint, mixing up experiments, or constructing wild creations, this club is all about hands-on fun that lets your imagination run wild. For ages 4 – 12. No registration required. |
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Chatham Branch
Stuffie Sleepover
Tuesday, May 6 | 6:00 to 7:00 pm
Start the evening by bringing your stuffie for a Pajama Storytime. Afterwards, your stuffie gets to stay overnight for an epic sleepover at the library! All ages. Registration required.
Call 519-354-2940 to register |
Blenheim Branch
St. John Ambulance Therapy Dogs
Tuesday, May 6 | 5:30 pm
Enjoy a visit with our furry friend, Summer. Come for cuddles and to read her a story! All ages. Registration required.
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Wallaceburg Branch
Tic, Tac…Spring?
Saturday, May 17 11:00 am to 12:00 pm
This is the season to be outdoors. So, to celebrate join us for a crafty morning in with the Chatham-Kent Museum and make a garden tic-tac-toe game that can be played while enjoying the sunshine. Sponsored by Karen Ewald Wealth Management, RBC Dominion Securities Inc. To register call
519-360-1998. |
Chatham Branch
St. John's Ambulance Therapy Dog Saturdays
Saturday, May 17 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Drop in to the Chatham Children's room and feel, touch, pet, cuddle and talk with some amazing dogs.
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Chatham Branch
Read to a St. John’s Ambulance Therapy Dog
Monday, May 26 | 6:00 to 8:00 pm
Come read to Summer the Dog in English or French! For kids in Grades 1 to 6. Registration starts April 28. Call 519-354-2940 to register
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Tilbury and Wheatley Branches
Tear Art Bookmarks
Tilbury Branch Friday, May 30 | 12:00 to 5:00 pm
Wheatley Branch Saturday, May 31 | 10:00 am to 2:00 pm Who knew tearing up paper and gluing it back together with a little imagination could be so much fun ?!? Drop-in. |
Blenheim Branch
Family Storytime
Wednesday mornings | 10:30 am Join us for stories, songs and rhymes. Best suited for children 5 years and younger. Drop-in. |
Chatham Branch
Tuesday Storytime
Tuesday mornings |10:00 am Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories! Best suited to children 5 years and younger. Drop-in |
Chatham Branch
Thursday Storytime
Thursday mornings |10:00 am Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories! Best suited to children 5 years and younger. Drop-in. |
Chatham Branch
Mother Goose
Wednesday mornings | 10:30 am
Songs, rhymes, and stories for children 0 to 18 months and their caregivers. Please bring a blanket to sit on. Room opens at 10:00 am for playtime and socialization. Drop-in. |
Dresden Branch
Wednesday Morning Storytime
May 7 to 28
Wednesday mornings | 10:15 am Meet us in the basement of Dresden branch for silly stories, songs and socializing. This program is especially for preschool children and babies but all are welcome. Drop-in. |
Dresden Branch
Twilight Tales
Thursday evenings | 6:00 PM Each week we have stories, games and challenges for the whole family. Bring your friends. Drop-in. |
Ridgetown Branch
Spring Storytime
April 4 to May 30
Friday mornings | 10:30 am The library is the place to 'bee' this spring from April 4 to May 30 to enjoy stories and learn songs and rhymes. Ages 0-4 Drop-in |
Tilbury Branch
Family Storytime
April 3 to May 8
Thursday mornings | 10:00 am Join us at the Tilbury Branch for songs, stories, and crafts. Great for children 0 to 6 years. Drop-in |
Wallaceburg Branch
Spring Storytime
April 2 to May 7
Wednesdays mornings | 10:30 am Join Miss Stacey for stories, songs and rhymes for children 2 years and older and their caregivers. Registration required. |
Wallaceburg Branch
Storytime
May 15 to June 5
Thursdays mornings | 10:30 am Stories, songs and rhymes for children 18 months and older and their caregivers. Registration required. |
CKPL Author Tour: Elicia Roper
Chatham Branch Saturday, May 10 | 1:00 pm
Wallaceburg Branch Tuesday, May 13 | 5:30 pm
Ridgetown Branch Saturday, May 17 | 11:00 am
Come meet Elicia at CKPL! Grab your own copy of her book, have it signed, engage in a conversation with the author, and explore a variety of merchandise available for purchase! These events are free and open to all.
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Chatham Branch
Watercolour Doodle Art
Saturday, May 17 | 1:00 pm
Join us for a watercolour doodle art session at the Chatham Branch! No registration required. Available while supplies last. Great for tweens and teens.
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Chatham Branch
Rainbow Read Book Club in Partnership with CK Pride
Saturday May, 17 | 2:30 pm Join us one Saturday a month to discuss a Rainbow Reads book of your selection! Participate either in person or online. If you wish to join virtually, registration is required. Email cklibrary@chatham-kent.ca or call 519-354-2940 to register. |
Blenheim Branch
T(w)een Tuesday
Tuesday, May 27 | 6:00 to 7:00 pm Join staff the last Tuesday of the month for a totally unique hangout, where the vibe always changes but the fun never stops. It’s the perfect spot to meet new friends, try out cool activities, and make your Tuesday the highlight of your month. For ages 10 to 18. Drop-in. |
Chatham Branch
Tuesday Evenings
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Play chess in the Chatham Branch Cafe area every Tuesday evening. We provide the boards and pieces and you provide the strategy! No registration. Open to all ages. |
Ridgetown Branch
Thursday Evenings
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Open to all ages and skill levels. Bring your own board or borrow one from the library. Registration is not required for this free program.
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Wallaceburg Branch
Tuesdays and Thursdays
5:45 pm to 7:45 pm
Drop-in any Tuesday or Thursday night from 5:45 pm to 7:45 pm. Open to all ages and skill levels. Bring your own board or borrow one from the library. Drop-in. |
Wallaceburg Branch
Knitting and Crochet Club
Every Tuesday | 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Every Thursday | 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm Do you like to knit or crochet? Join us every Tuesday evening or Thursday afternoon to trade patterns, give suggestions, or learn a new skill. Registration not required. |
Chatham Branch
C-K Creative Yarns
Wednesday, May 21
1:30 to 3:30 pm Anyone interested in the yarn arts (knitting, macrame, weaving, crochet, etc.) is welcome to participate No registration required. Learn new techniques, participate in project 'show and tells' and get troubleshooting help. |
Tilbury Branch
Every Thursday
4:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Drop-in | All ages |
Wheatley Branch
Every Saturday
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Drop-in | All ages |
Bothwell Branch Bothwell Branch monthly book club meets one Monday a month (except July and August) at 7:00 pm. Contact Bothwell Branch for details at 519-695-2844. Next meeting: Monday, May 12 at 7:00 pm. |
Dresden Branch BYOB to the Dresden book club. Each month is a different theme and you get to choose which book you'll read. Drop-in. |
Highgate Branch Highgate Branch monthly book club meets one Monday a month (except July and August) at 1:00 pm. Contact Highgate Branch for details at 519-678-3313. Next meeting: Monday, May at 1:00 pm. |
Ridgetown Branch Ridgetown Branch monthly book club meets the second Thursday of each month (except August) at 6:30 pm. Stop by the branch to register and pick up a copy of the latest book. Next meeting: Thursday, May 8 at 6:30 pm. |
Thamesville Branch Thamesville Branch monthly book club meets the second Thursday of the month at 11:00 am. Contact Thamesville Branch for details at 519-692-4251. |
Tilbury Branch The Tilbury Branch Book Club meets the first Tuesday of each month at 6:00 pm. Contact Tilbury Branch for details at 519-682-0100. Next meeting: Tuesday, May 3 at 6:00 pm; reading "Bunny" by Mona Awad. |
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