Wednesday, Aug. 10
Free Concert
Christine & Larry Play the Oldies perform at the Bandshell in Canatara Park as part of Sarnia’s Summer Music Concert Series. 7 p.m. For more, call 519-332-0330 or visit www.sarnia.ca
Free Concert
Mike Blackmore Group performs at the Kenwick on the Lake Pavilion in Bright’s Grove as part of Sarnia’s Summer Music Concert Series. 7 p.m. For more, call 519-332-0330 or visit www.sarnia.ca
Green Drinks
Jeff Bender of the Canadian Institute for Bat Research and Sharon Peterson of Incredible Bats Chicago will lead a discussion on how to be bat friendly at a Green Drinks environmental roundtable. Free, all welcome. 100 Christina St. North, doors open 6:30 p.m. For more, visit www.greendrinks.org/ON/Sarnia
Settlement Services
YMCA Immigrant/Newcomer Settlement Services. A representative available for one-on- one assistance and information on services and programs available. Point Edward Library, 220 Michigan Ave., 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. For more, call 519-336-3291
Storytime
Hear a story and make a craft. Ages 6 to 9. Also on Aug. 17. Sarnia Children’s Library, 124 Christina St. S., 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. For more, call 519-337-3291
Nerf Olympics
Team-based fun with Nerf guns, including target accuracy and team “Man Hunt.” Ages 8 and up. Bright’s Grove Library, 2618 Hamilton Rd., 6:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. For more, call 519-869-2351
Anniversary BBQ
Bluewater Power celebrating its 100th anniversary with a free community barbecue and cake at Clearwater Arena Park, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Presentation and ribbon cutting at noon. For more, call 519-337-8201
Thursday, Aug. 11
Free Concert
Celtic Trio performs at the Germain Park Gardens as part of Sarnia’s Summer Music Concert Series. 7 p.m. For more, call 519-332-0330 or visit www.sarnia.ca
Bob the Fossil Guy
Learn how things get fossilized with Bob O’Donnell, who will share his large collection of fossils. Three locations: Sarnia Children’s Library, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. (519-337-3291), Mallroad Library, 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. (519-542-2580), and Bright’s Grove Library, 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. (519-869-2351).
Friday, Aug. 12
Stress Management
Rapids Family Health Team offering a free workshop to help effectively manage stress. 1150 Pontiac Dr., 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949. Also offered at 233 Cameron St., Corunna, 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-813-9800
Movie
Disney’s Cinderella at Sarnia Children’s Library, 124 Christina St. S., 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. For more, call 519-337-3291
Saturday, Aug. 13
San Rocco Festival
44th annual San Rocco Festival at the Clearwater Arena, 1400 Wellington St., Aug. 13-14. Food and beverage booths; live bands at 7 p.m. to midnight Saturday, and 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. Sunday; registration for bocce tournaments 11:30 a.m. Saturday; children’s activities Sunday from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.. Free admission. For more, email [email protected]
Hiking
A 2.5 hour hike of the Suncor Nature Way and Wawanosh Wetlands. Easy difficulty level. All welcome. For details and sign-up visit lambtonoutdoorclub.org/hiking
Sunday, Aug. 14
Can Am Jazz
Sarnia Community Foundation presents the 16th Annual Can Am Jazz Jam at the Best Western Guildwood Inn, 1400 Venetian Blvd., 1:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Jon Seiger & The All Stars, The Jitterbugs, musical director George Delgrosso. General admission $25. Cash bar. Tickets at Sarnia Community Foundation, 560 Exmouth St. Unit 110, or call 519-332-2588
Cycling
A 60K cycle ride. Drive to St. Thomas and ride to Port Stanley for lunch and return. Medium difficulty level. All welcome. For details and sign-up visit lambtonoutdoorclub.org/cycling
Fish and Chips Dinner
At Camlachie United Church, 6784 Camlachie Rd., 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Cost $17 adults, $5 children ages 6 to 10. Takeout available. For advance tickets, call 519-899-4720 or 519-542-7089. Tickets might be available at door. For more, visit www.camlachieunited.ca
Kids’s Event
Cartoonist, broadcaster and author Kevin Sylvester will give a cartoon demonstration and discuss his latest children’s book, The Super Duper Monster Viewer, at The Book Keeper. Free, 1 p.m. 500 Exmouth St. For more, call 519-337-3171
Flea Market
Cat Chance holding a flea market with more than 20 vendors on hand, with proceeds supporting the organization’s works. Door prizes and draws. 112 Christina St., 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For more, call Dianna at 519-542-0831
Monday, Aug. 15
Free Concert
Sisters of Soul perform at the Bandshell in Canatara Park as part of Sarnia’s Summer Music Concert Series. 7 p.m. For more, call 519-332-0330 or visit www.sarnia.ca
Canoeing and Kayaking
Three-hour outing for canoes and kayaks. Easy difficulty level. All welcome. For details and sign-up visit lambtonoutdoorclub.org/canoe-kayaking
Tuesday, Aug. 16
Free Concert
Mike Blackmore performs at the Bandshell in Canatara Park as part of Sarnia’s Summer Music Concert Series. 7 p.m. For more, call 519-332-0330 or visit www.sarnia.ca
Living With Diabetes
Rapids Family Health Team offering a free workshop that provides a general overview on living well with diabetes. 1150 Pontiac Dr., 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Tween Crafts
Ages 8 to 12. Creating a stain-glassed butterfly. Mallroad Library, 1362 Lambton Mall Rd., 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. To register, call 519-542-2580
Wednesday, Aug. 17
Free Concert
The R.E.D. Line Band perform at the Bandshell in Canatara Park as part of Sarnia’s Summer Music Concert Series. 7 p.m. For more, call 519-332-0330 or visit www.sarnia.ca
Free Concert
The D.C. Project performs at the Kenwick on the Lake Pavilion in Bright’s Grove as part of Sarnia’s Summer Music Concert Series. 7 p.m. For more, call 519-332-0330 or visit www.sarnia.ca
Quit Smoking
Rapids Family Health Team offering a free seminar to help you quit smoking with free nicotine replacement therapy. 1150 Pontiac Dr., 1:30 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Thursday, Aug. 18
Free Concert
Seaway Sounds performs at the Germain Park Gardens as part of Sarnia’s Summer Music Concert Series. 7 p.m. For more, call 519-332-0330 or visit www.sarnia.ca
Saturday, Aug. 20
ARTZcape
Two-day juried show of fine art and artisan items at Centennial Park, featuring watercolours, jewellry, photography, woodworking and garden art. Food court, chainsaw sculptures and a dance theatre show, in support of Pathways. Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free, donations appreciated.
Yogathon
Sarnia joining 55 cities on four continents to rise together in yoga. Proceeds to ‘Care for Children’ to send underprivileged kids in Asian tribal areas to school, In Canatara Park, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Registration $25. For more, email [email protected]
Yard Sale
Sarnia Lakeshore Optimist Club hosting a yard sale in Newton Park , 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Hot dogs and drinks available. 20x20 foot space costs $20. For more or to reserve a spot, call Tom at 519-312-4038
Blues Cruise
Local blues band Dressed to Kill performs at the third annual Sarnia Blues Cruise on the St. Clair River aboard the Duc D’Orleans II. 297 Front. St. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tickets, $20, by calling 519-331-0962 or email [email protected].
Monday, Aug. 22
Artist Workshop
Beverly Fish shows how to use coloured pencil on black paper. Grace United Church, 990 Cathcart Blvd., 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Run by Sarnia Artists’ Workshop. $60 non-members. For more, visit www.sarniaartistsworkshop.com or email [email protected]
Free Concert
Joan Spalding & the Foggy Mountain Band perform at the Bandshell in Canatara Park as part of Sarnia’s Summer Music Concert Series. 7 p.m. For more, call 519-332-0330 or visit www.sarnia.ca
Tuesday, Aug. 23
Free Concert
Rob Dickens and Friends perform at the Bandshell in Canatara Park as part of Sarnia’s Summer Music Concert Series. 7 p.m. For more, call 519-332-0330 or visit www.sarnia.ca
Wednesday, Aug. 24
Free Concert
Closing Night Celebration at the Bandshell in Canatara Park as part of the Sarnia’s Summer Music Concert Series. 7 p.m. For more, call 519-332-0330 or visit www.sarnia.ca
Canoeing and Kayaking
Two-hour outing for canoes and kayaks. Meet after at Skeeter Barlow’s. Easy difficulty level. All welcome. For details and sign-up visit lambtonoutdoorclub.org/canoe-kayaking
Puppet Show
Kids on the Block “Safety On the Go” Puppet Show for children with a caregiver. At Mallroad Library, 1362 Lambton Mall Rd., 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. To register, call 519-542-2580
Computer training
Réseau-femmes du Sud-Ouest de l'Ontario holding an activity to improve computer skills and typing speed at the Kiwanis Lochiel Centre, 180 College Ave. N., 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. In French only. Snacks and refreshments provided. For more, call 519-332-8897
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