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Thursday, Dec. 18
Organ Series
Robert Towers, organist and director of music at Central United Church, concludes the church’s Organ Series, 220 George St., 12 noon to 12:30 p.m. Freewill donation. For more, call 519-344-4561
Christmas Lights Tour
The third annual Sarnia Christmas lights tour begins, with a turn-by-turn, self-guided driving tour becoming available on Facebook today. For all the details, visit https://www.facebook.com/ChristmasLightsTour
Red Ribbon Campaign
Local chapter of Mothers Against Drunk Driving selling baked goods at the Sarnia Legionnaires home game against St. Thomas as part of its campaign to stop impaired driving. Sarnia Arena, 134 Brock St. S., 7 p.m. For more, call 519-399-9962
Friday, Dec. 19
Lit’l Chicago Live
The popular Sarnia-based blues band Lit’l Chicago staging its third annual Christmas Blues Concert at Jack Doyle's Irish Grille, 1249 London Rd. Three sets, from 8 p.m. to midnight. Advance tickets $10 at restaurant, $13 at door. For more, call 519-337-5229
Saturday, Dec. 20
Legion Christmas Party
All welcome at the Royal Canadian Legion Christmas party in Sarnia, Branch 62, from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. at 286 North Front St. Light lunch and music by Stevie D. Advance tickets $5. For more, call Anne at 519-381-8775 or [email protected]
Sunday, Dec. 21
Christmas Sing-a-Long
Everyone welcome to become part of a large choir singing Christmas songs, led by No Greater Cause and Chris Hellinga on piano, with special guest the Harmony Choir. All ages. At Tepperman’s Furniture, Lambton Mall, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. For more, call John at 519-542-3435
Live Nativity Scene
Redeemer Lutheran Church hosts its annual live nativity scene on the church lawn over three nights, Sunday, Monday and Tuesday; 429 Indian Rd., all welcome, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., with carol singing and hot chocolate at 7:30 p.m. For more, call 519-337-6615.
Saturday, Dec. 27
SLACon 2014
A free multimedia convention featuring anime, manga, science fiction, fantasy, horror and comic books with costuming, discussion panels, gaming, artists and films. This year’s theme: "Doctor Who Versus Godzilla.” Sarnia Library, 124 Christina St., 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more, call 519-337-3291
Monday, Dec. 29
Frozen
The Sarnia Library offering a free screening of the animated movie Frozen, the G-rated story of Elsa who learns to deal with her great and powerful gifts. 7 p.m. For more information, call 519-337-3291
Wednesday, Dec. 31
New Year’s Party
Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 62, hosting a New Year’s Eve party with a roast beef buffet at 6 p.m. and dance from 8 p.m. to 1 p.m. 286 North Front St. Tickets $30, couples $50, should be purchased in advance. For more, call Anne at 519-381-8775 or [email protected]
New Year’s Dance
Presented by the Point Edward Optimist Club, featuring entertainment by the Rick Steeves Band. 210 Monk St., 8 p.m. to 2 a.m., shuttle service available, light lunch at midnight. Tickets, $20, available by calling Dan at 519-330-8115 or Andy at 519-542-1154.
Thursday, Jan. 1
President’s Levy
Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 62, hosting the President’s Levy. Starts at 2 p.m. with music by Mid Life Crisis from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. For more, call Anne at 519-381-8775 or [email protected]
Friday, Jan. 2
Writing Contest
The annual Alzheimer Society of Sarnia-Lambton “letters to your loved ones” writing contest begins. All ages welcome, cash prizes, $20 entry fee for adults. Deadline for entries is April 30. Contest rules at www.alzheimer.ca/sarnialambton. For more, call Shannon at 519-332-4444
Art Exhibit
Opening of a show and sale of paintings by Ryan Taylor together with live music by Erica and Sara & The Guys at the Cheeky Monkey, as part of Sarnia’s First Friday cultural walkabout. 130 Christina St. North, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. For more, call 519-332-0978
Saturday, Jan. 3
Smurfs 2
The Sarnia Library children’s department offering two free screenings of the G-rated animated movie Smurfs 2, in which the Smurfs have to rescue Smurfette from an evil wizard, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and again from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. For more information, call 519-337-3291
Friday, Jan. 9
Rebound programs
Today is the deadline to sign up for Sarnia-Lambton Rebound youth programs. The programs, which begin the week of Jan. 13, help youth improve their communication, decision-making, goal-setting, self-esteem and other life skills. For ages eight to 24. For more, contact Stephanie at 519-344-2841, or email [email protected]
Youth Dance
A dance for youth ages eight to 14 supervised by the Boys and Girls Club, at the Lochiel Kiwanis Centre, 180 College Ave. North, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. D.J., door prizes, snacks available. Cost $5. Please see if dance is full before dropping off child. For more call 519-337-3651, or visit www.bgcsarnia.com
Tuesday, Jan. 13
Quilts of Valour
Workshop for quilters and all interested persons in the upper room of the Sarnia Legion, 286 Front St., from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Bring your sewing machine and fabric to make and sash Quilts of Valour blocks, to be used for wounded veterans. For more, call 519-869-2036
Saturday, Jan. 17
Girl Rising
The Sarnia Justice Film Festival’s third offering of the season is Girl Rising, a feature film about the power of education to change the lives of girls in the developing world. Sarnia Library Theatre, 7 p.m., followed by discussion. Admission free, donations gladly accepted. For more, visit www.Facebook.com/SarniaJusticeFilmFestival
Sunday, Jan. 18
Art Show Opening
New exhibition called ‘World of Fantasy’ opening at Gallery in the Grove featuring the work of the late Canadian artist Anna P. Baker. 2618 Hamilton Rd. in Bright’s Grove. Monday to Thursday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., weekends 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more, call 519-869-4643
Monday, Jan. 19
Living with COPD
Free ten-week education and exercise program offered by the Rapids Family Health Team for people living with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. Runs Mondays and Thursdays at the UNIFOR union hall, 900 Devine St. For more and progam times, call 519-339-8949, ext. 151.
Tuesday, Jan. 20
Central Forum
Mike Hurry, executive director of Big Brothers Big Sisters Sarnia-Lambton, shares his experiences of travelling through East Africa at discussion series, 10 a.m., Central United Church, 220 Brock St. Tickets $2. For more, call 519-344-4561