Cheer on Team Canada at Chatham-Kent Public Library!
Chatham-Kent Public Library is bringing the excitement of the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 straight to our communities! From February 6 to March 15, CKPL will present a mix of live screenings and pre-recorded Olympic coverage through CBC Gem at Chatham, Blenheim, Merlin, and Tilbury branches during open hours. Don't miss a single goal! This family-friendly event is free and open to everyone. Come decked out in red and white and bring your loudest cheering voice. Go Team Canada!
Don't miss a moment of the action – download CBC Gem or watch on CBC TV.
Chatham Branch is streaming during open hours, but make sure you join us for:
Paralympics
Mar 6 – 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm – Opening Ceremony
Mar 7 – 2:35 pm - 4:35 pm – Para Hockey – Canada vs. Slovakia
Mar 9 – 3:55 pm - 5:35 pm – Para Hockey – Canada vs. Japan
Mar 10 – 12:05 pm - 2:05 pm – Para Hockey – Canada vs. Czechia
Mar 11 – 3:05 pm - 5:35 pm – Wheelchair Curling – Canada vs. Slovakia
Mar 12 – 1:35 pm - 4:05 pm – Wheelchair Curling – Canada vs. USA
Mar 13 – 2:05 pm - 4:05 pm – Para Hockey – Semi-Finals
Mar 14 – 10:05 am -1:05 pm – Wheelchair Curling – Gold Medal Game
Ridgetown and Highgate branches are streaming the following events:
Ridgetown Branch
Paralympics
Mar 6 - 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm - Opening Ceremony
Mar 10 - 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm - Para Hockey
Mar 12 - 1:30 pm - 4:05 pm - Wheelchair Curling
Mar 13 - 2:05 pm - 4:05 pm - Para Hockey Semi Finals
Highgate Branch
Paralympics
Mar 9 - 3:35 pm - 5:35 pm - Para Hockey
Mar 11 - 3:05 pm - 5:35 pm - Wheelchair Curling
Café Capers-Chatham Branch
Join us Wednesday mornings for a different caper each week. Some activities will be challenging, others will get you crafting and still others will be relaxing and fun.
February 25 - Community Sketches: Buxton Past & Present
Registration is not required. Simply drop by the Library Café on Wednesday mornings from 10:00 am to 11:00 am. While in the café, you can also treat yourself to a hot or cold drink and a tasty snack if you like!
A Fun Afternoon of "Catan"
Looking to keep your mind sharp and meet new friends? Come and learn the world-famous board game "Catan" with Sam!
It's not just a game, it's a wonderful way to:
- be social: trade resources like wool, brick, and grain with fellow players. "Catan" is highly interactive and full of laughter!
- make new friends: connect with other like-minded people in CK in a fun, relaxed setting
- exercise your brain: practice strategic thinking and resource management
Meet at Chatham Branch's Library Café every week on Friday from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm, from Feb 20, 2026 to March 27, 2026.
Tech Workshop: Digital Decluttering 101
Ready to declutter your digital world? Want to find out where your information resides? Are you overwhelmed with an overflowing inbox and too many notifications, feel like you're drowning in information overload? Learn to incorporate digital decluttering into your day-to-day life. Join Lisa with this Digital Decluttering 101 workshop to liberate yourself from the overwhelming clutter of data, notifications, and digital chaos. Registration is required and Teams meeting link will be shared. contacting Ask CKPL.
Thursday, February 26, 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Chatham Branch Meeting Room,
Ridgetown Branch,
Wallaceburg Branch or Online
Puzzle Swap - Chatham Branch
Meeting Room
Saturday, February 28
10:00 am to 11:00 am
Want to participate? Drop your puzzles off to the Chatham Branch during library open hours the week of February 23 to February 27. Staff will provide you with a voucher to return on Saturday, February 28 to select your new-to-you puzzles. We are looking for puzzles in good condition, with all their pieces and in strong boxes.
Buying a Car? Know your Rights! Informational WebinarThinking about buying a car? Join us for a webinar presented by the Ontario Motor Vehicle Industry Council (OMVIC) — the regulator of motor vehicle
sales in Ontario — in partnership with Chatham-Kent Public Library. Get expert tips and resources to make confident decisions when buying new or used vehicles.
Tuesday, March 31 2026
6:30 to 7:30 pm
In person or online at Chatham 2nd floor board room, Blenheim, Merlin, Ridgetown or Tilbury branches. Zoom meeting link will be shared with those who prefer to attend online.
Mahjong ClubChatham Branch
Mondays, 3:00 pm
Come and play the ancient Chinese game of Mahjong. Our in-person Mahjong Club takes place in the first floor Cafe area. This is a free, drop-in program.
Movies
Chatham Branch
Tuesdays at 2:00 pm
Watch our Facebook page or look for our in-house listing for weekly movies. No registration required. Donation at the door suggested.
Spice Club
Join us each month as we explore a new spice. This is a virtual program and registration is required.
Contact us to register.
