Adult Summer Reading Contest
Rest, relax and recharge this summer at the library!
Starting with a visit to CKPL can lead anywhere! Beginning June 26, pick up your bookmark and participate in our Adult Summer Reading contest! Every time you visit CKPL and borrow items, you have a chance to win an amazing prize pack featuring gift cards to local businesses. Contest is best suited for adults 16+ and will run until August 31.
Take a break from mowing the lawn and soak up the sun reading a good book. Reduce your screen time and explore the outdoors with a Park Pass, pickle ball kits or play pack. Check out a puzzle or teach yourself how to play the ukulele! Maybe up your fitness by walking while listening to an audiobook or stop into the library to satisfy your TBR list. Let CKPL help you to find your escape this summer.
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.
- August 05 - Let's Play Cards
- August 12 - Make a Pool Noodle Whirligig
- August 19 - Wheatley Past & Present
- August 26 - Let's Just Chat: What did you do this summer? What you are your plans for the fall?
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!
Writer's Meetup
Chatham Branch Community Living Cafe
Saturday, September 12
3:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Come and provide support to those experiencing writer's block or maybe having a hard time breaking into the publishing world. This is a chance to network with like-minded individuals with experience, find a match for mentorship, or share advice and anecdotes. This experience is best suited for ages 18+. No registration required. The library will provide the space, the participants will provide conversation, support and experience. Light refreshments provided.
Family History Fair
Chatham Branch
Saturday, September 26
10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Visit with local historical groups, attend presentations, participate in fun family activities and get genealogy tips from experienced researchers. A full schedule of events will be posted in early September.
Hosted in partnership with Kent Branch, Ontario Ancestors.
Chatham 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.
