Blenheim Branch
How to Train Your Dragon
10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Ready to unleash your inner dragon trainer? Join us for legendary activities and dragon-sized fun! No flame-proof gloves required.
All ages. Drop-in. |
Bothwell Branch
Dare to Dream Days
10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Dream good things and bring them to life with our dream jar craft. Positivity abounds at the branch with activities and colouring. All ages. Drop-in both days (June 6 & 7).
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Chatham Branch
National Donut Day
10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Drop in and join us for National Donut Day! Pretend to work at a donut shop, make a craft and more. (Real donuts not provided).
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Dresden Branch
Giant Day
10:00 am to 3:00 pm Giant Connect 4, giant walking feet and a giant craft! Great for all ages. Drop-in. |
Highgate Branch
Dragons Love Tacos Party
10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Play Tacos vs. Burritos, try your hand at some dragon origami, check out some hot dragon books! All ages. Drop-in.
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Ridgetown Branch
Explore the World of Minecraft
12:00 to 5:00 pm
Enjoy Minecraft themed crafts, activities and play Minecraft on the Playstation 4. Avoid the mobs and see if you can find diamonds around the branch! Ages 4+. Drop-in.
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Tilbury Branch
Bingo
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm All ages welcome. Drop-in.
1:00 pm - Traditional Bingo
2:00 pm - Let's Move! Bingo
3:00 pm - Summer Bingo |
Wallaceburg Branch
Here Comes the Sun!
10:30 am
Brighten your day with stories, crafts and a scavenger hunt. Create a suncatcher to celebrate summer! Ages 5 and up. Registration required - call 519-627-5292.
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June 3
"The Soloist"
A newspaper journalist discovers a homeless musical genius and tries to improve his situation. Featuring Jamie Foxx and Robert Downey Jr. Rated PG 13. (2009)
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June 10
"King Richard" A look at how tennis superstars Venus and Serena Williams became who they are after the coaching from their father Richard. Featuring Will Smith. Rated G. (2021) |
June 17
"The Kite Runner" Amir lives in California with his wife Soraya. He receives a call from his uncle Rahim Khan who urges him to travel to Afghanistan and rescue the son of Amir's childhood servant and friend, Hassan. Featuring Khalid Abdalla and Atossa Leoni. Rated 14 A. (2007) |
June 24
"W." A chronicle of the life and Presidency of George W. Bush. Featuring Josh Brolin. Rated PG 13. (2008) |
Tilbury Branch
Adult Craft Program
Tuesday, June 10 | 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. |
Chatham Branch
CK Reads Book Club Meeting
Tuesday, June 17 | 6:30 pm
CK Reads book club meetings will be offered quarterly. The meeting to discuss “Blackwater Falls” by Ausma Zehanat Khan will take place on Tuesday, June 17 at 6:30 pm at the Chatham Branch. Drop-in.
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Tilbury Branch
Stuffie Slumber Party
Storytime with Pigeon | Thursday, June 5 at 6:30 pm
Stuffie pick-up | Friday, June 6 from 12:00 to 5:00 pm
Join us for Pigeon stories, crafts, and activities! After storytime, tuck in your stuffie and get them ready for their library stuffie slumber party! Pick up your stuffie on Friday to see what they got up to overnight. All ages welcome. Drop-in.
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Bothwell Branch
Swiftie Party!
Thursday, June 5 | 6:00 to 7:00 pm
This night is "Taylor-made" for all of you Swifties out there! Come dressed in Style, Bejeweled and looking Gorgeous inspired by your favorite Taylor Era, or stay comfortable in your favorite old Cardigan. This event has something for everyone like getting down to her music, making friendship bracelets and flavoured lip balm. I Wish You Would stop by! All ages. Drop-in.
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Dresden - Jackson Park
Teddy Bear Picnic
Wednesday, June 11
10:30 am to 12:00 pm
Join us under the big tree in Jackson Park for Teddy stories, Teddy songs and Teddy crafts. Best for children 5 and under but all are welcome.
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Blenheim Branch
Creativity Club
Thursday, June 19 | 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 to 12. Drop-in.
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Chatham Branch
St. John's Ambulance Therapy Dog Saturdays
Saturday, June 21 | 10:00 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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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
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. |
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. |
Tilbury Branch
Family Storytime
Thursday mornings at 10:00 am
June 5 to 26
Join us at the Tilbury Branch for songs, stories, and crafts. Great for children 0 to 6 years. Drop-in.
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Wallaceburg Branch
Storytime
Thursday, June 5 | 10:30 am Stories, songs and rhymes for children 18 months and older and their caregivers. Registration required. Call 519-627-5292. |
Chatham Branch
Rainbow Read Book Club in Partnership with CK Pride
Saturday, June 14 | 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. |
Chatham Branch
Paper Quilling!
Saturday, June 14 | 1:00 to 2:00 pm
Join us to create your very own paper quilling masterpiece! Great for tweens and teens. No registration required. Available while supplies last.
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Ridgetown Branch
Teen Perler Bead Craftapalooza!
Tuesday, June 17 | 6:00 to 7:00 pm
Using colourful perler beads, make an earring holder or keychain. Many designs to choose from! Ages 9-16. All supplies provided.
Drop-in. |
Blenheim Branch
T(w)een Tuesday
Tuesday, June 24 | 6:00 to 7:00 pm Drop-in on the last Tuesday of the month for a totally unique hangout where the vibe always changes, but the fun never stops. Try cool activities, meet new friends and make T(w)een Tuesday the highlights of the month! Ages 10-18. Drop-in. |
Chatham Branch Retro Buttons!
Saturday, June 28 |1:00 to 2:00 pm
Drop by to make retro-themed buttons! Free to attend, no registration required. Great for tweens and teens! You can earn extra ballots by attending programs for Teen Summer Reading Club.
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Summer Reading Club Instagram Photo Challenge June 28 to August 30 Available for all ages to enjoy! Tag us by using #2025ckplsummer @ckplibrary. Tag us in your posts and stories about: - Current Reads
- Favourite Book Covers
- Program or Events
- Games from the library!
- Book Selfie or Book Face
- CKPL materials on vacation!
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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. |
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. |
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. |
Ridgetown Branch 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. |
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, June 3 at 6:00 pm; reading "March" by Geraldine Brooks. |
Subjects include:- Addiction
- Aging
- Alternative medicine
- Cancer
- Diabetes
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- Exercise and fitness
- Health education
- Holistic medicine
- Menopause
- Nutrition
- Stress and anxiety
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