Earn rewards by reading all summer long with CKPL! We've got a variety of programs and contests planned for the whole family. Learn more by visiting CKPL's 'Happening Now' programming page.
CKPL's Program Calendar
CKPL's Program Calendar
Visit CKPL's Program Calendar to browse the complete listing of all library programs for all ages!
Adult Programs
Virtual Author Talk with Ian Kennedy
Saturday, August 27
3:00 pm
Via Zoom
Join us for a live virtual author talk with local author Ian Kennedy. Ian will be discussing his book, "On Account of Darkness: Shining Light on Race and Sport". Discover how Chatham-Kent's marginalized athletes have played an important role in the history of systemic racism in North American sport. The virtual program will be held on Saturday, August 27 at 3:00 pm. Registration and an email address are required.
Movies at CKPL
Watch a movie with us at the Chatham Branch. Movie time is 2:00 pm. Movies are shown in the Meeting Room. No registration required (limited seating available).
Tuesday, August 2 - "Wonder Woman 1984" (PG-13) Stars: Gal Gadot, Chris Pine, Kristen Wiig
Tuesday, August 9 - "The 355" (PG-13) Stars: Jessica Chastain, Penélope Cruz, Bingbing Fan
Join us via Zoom the last Wednesday of each month at 6:00 pm for a discussion of that month's listen. All audiobook club selections are available from OverDrive 24/7 without holds or wait lists! Registration is required to participate in the Zoom discussion. August's selection is "Purple Hibiscus" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie (August 31).
Tilbury Branch
The Tilbury Branch Book Club meets at 6:00 pm on the first Tuesday of each month. August's selection is "Good Girl's Guide to Murder" by Holly Jackson (August 2).
Book Club Kits
Hosting your own book club? CKPL has book club kits that contain multiple copies of the same title! Place a hold on book club kit titles in our online catalogue.
Adult Trivia Night
Join us every Wednesday for virtual Trivia Night! Each week CKPL posts a new Trivia Night game on CKPL's Facebook page. The game will be available from 6:00 pm until midnight. To play, click the link in our Facebook post, choose a nickname and enter the game. Don't forget to check back the next day to see how everyone scored!
Teen Programs
Teen Summer Switch Party
Tuesday, August 2
6:00 pm
Blenheim Branch
Celebrate summer by coming and playing Nintendo Switch games on the big screen! Bring a friend or make new ones. Ages 12 to 18 welcome. No registration required.
Games, Switch, Wii and cosplay are so much better when you bring a friend. Every week is a different adventure. Best for ages 13 to 16. Registration encouraged. Please call 519-683-4922 to register.
Featured Kids Programs
Bubbleology
Tuesday, August 9
11:00 am Wheatley Area Arena
Registration not required
Tuesday, August 9
1:30 pm
Blenheim Arena, Blue Line Room
FREE tickets are required and are available at the Blenheim Branch
Stunningly beautiful, mind-blowing, magical and hilarious. Join Miss T, the Bubble Queen and her Bubbleology Show for a magical and wondrous bubble extravaganza!
Fairy Tale BINGO
Thursday, August 11
2:30 pm
Wallaceburg Branch
Fun and prizes! Ages 5 + Registration not required.
WAMBO LEGO
Saturday, August 13
10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Wallaceburg Branch
If you are downtown for WAMBO drop in and get creative with our LEGO. All ages. Registration not required.
Mystic Drumz Show “The Legend of Marshmallow Island”
Come join the fun on this fabulous musical adventure to find Marshmallow Island. Meet all the hilarious characters who colour the show with a splash of silly. This Adventure in World Music blends multicultural music themes and interactive audience participation! Featuring high tech screen projections, incredible sound effects and unique instruments from around the world. Bring the whole family to laugh and learn together as we track down ‘The Legend of Marshmallow Island’.
If you have access to a digital device, you can read anywhere, anytime using CKPL’s digital collections. Using Libby, hoopla or ComicsPlus you can access and download titles to your device and read them anywhere from an airplane to a zoo. No internet connection needed. Visit www.ckpl.ca/virtual for more information.
Still using the OverDrive app? Switch to Libby! The legacy OverDrive app will soon be retired and our digital library will best be enjoyed with Libby. Libby offers the same collection of digital titles from our library, but with new features we know you'll love.
Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines to read on your phone or tablet using the Libby app by OverDrive. It's free and easy to get started for new users and a streamlined experience for current OverDrive app users. Learn more at overdrive.com/apps/libby/.
If you currently use the legacy OverDrive app and need assistance, Ask CKPL.