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Thursday, Aug. 16
Summer Series
Summer Entertainment Series featuring Bluewater Ceili Band at the Germain Park Garden, 7 p.m. Free admission. For more, call 519-332-0330. Summer Events Guide is available at City Hall or at www.sarnia.ca
Pete the Cat Party
Drop-in for games, activities and birthday cake in celebration of Pete the Cat’s birthday. Sarnia Library, 124 Christina St. S., 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. All ages. For more, call 519-337-3291
Friday, Aug. 17
Barn Bash
City hosting a Brock Street Barn Bash in support of ongoing renovations at the Sarnia Arena, 134 Brock St. S. Family friendly, new concessions open, cash bar and live show by Scott Manery and the Barn Burners. 7 p.m. to midnight. Admission $5. For more, call 519-332-0330, ext. 3210 or 3202.
Saturday, Aug. 18
Live Music
Rod Stewart Tribute starring Vic Vega performing all the hits throughout the night. Corunna Legion, 350 Albert St., doors open at 7 p.m., show at 8 p.m. Tickets $25. For more, call 519-862-1240
Artzscape by the Bay
Two-day show and sale showcasing 80 artists and artisans from all over Ontario with art, music, licensed dining pavilion and activities for adults and children. In support of Pathways Health Centre for Children. Centennial Park, Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.. For more, visit www.artzscapebythebay.weebly.com or contact [email protected] or 519-542-3471, ext. 243
Sunday, Aug. 19
Can Am Jazz
The Sarnia Community Foundation presents the 17th annual Can Am Jazz event at the Best Western Guildwood Inn, 1400 Venetian Blvd., 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. An afternoon jazz concert featuring Sharon Beeler and The Swing City Jazz Bang. Cash bar. Tickets, $25, by calling Sarnia Community Foundation at 519-332-2588
Family Sunday
Create digital paintings by layering shapes and filling them in with patterns inspired by John Kissick’s paintings at the Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery’s Family Sunday. Children must be accompanied by adult. 147 Lochiel St., 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Free, suggested donation of $5 per family. For more, call 519-336-8127
Fish & Chips
Fish and Chips dinner at Camlachie United Church, 6784 Camlachie Rd., 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Cost $18 adults, $5 children 6 to 10. Might be limited tickets at door. Take-out and gluten-free available. Fully accessible, fragrance-free building. For tickets, call 519-899-4720 or 519-869-4727. For more, visit www.camlachieunited.ca
Paddling
Lambton Outdoor Club is paddling at the Pinery. For more, visit www.lambtonoutdoorclub.org
Monday, Aug. 20
Summer Series
Entertainment Series featuring The R Jammers at the Suncor Agora in Centennial Park, 7 p.m. Free admission. For more, call 519-332-0330
Tuesday, Aug. 21
Outdoor Movie Night
Libro Credit Union’s hosts an outdoor movie night in Canatara Park. Activities begin at 6:30 p.m., followed by movie at 9 p.m. Free admission. Bring a lawn chair. For more, call 519-332-0330
Summer Series
Entertainment Series featuring Joan Spading and the Foggy Mountain Band at the Suncor Agora in Centennial Park, 7 p.m. Free admission. For more, call 519-332-0330
Wednesday, Aug. 22
Summer Series
Entertainment Series featuring The Buck Brothers at the Bandshell in Canatara Park, 7 p.m. Free admission. For more, call 519-332-0330
Cycling
Lambton Outdoor Club is cycling the Avoca Trail in Michigan. For more, visit www.lambtonoutdoorclub.org
Paddling
Lambton Outdoor Club is paddling at Bright’s Grove. For more, visit www.lambtonoutdoorclub.org
Summer Series
Entertainment Series featuring Bluewater Ceili Band at Kenwick Park, 7 p.m. Free admission. For more, call 519-332-0330
Thursday, Aug. 23
Art Pod
Designed for youth with special needs and an interest in fine arts. Explore the process of op art using geometric shapes, lines and curves to create optical illusions. Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery, 147 Lochiel St., 5 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. Ages 9-16. Caretaker or respite worker required. Free, give what you can. Register by calling 519-336-8127 ext. 3226
Red Dot Tour
Fifteen minute Red Dot Tours of the gallery are created for the casual and curious. No registration necessary. Free, give what you can. Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery, 147 Lochiel St., 7 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. For more, call 519-336-8127
Summer Series
Entertainment Series featuring Macsmusic at the Germain Park Garden, 7 p.m. Free admission. For more, call 519-332-0330. Summer Events Guide is available at City Hall or at www.sarnia.ca
Cycling
Lambton Outdoor Club is cycling the Macomb Orchard Trail starting in Richmond, Michigan. Stopping for lunch on the way. For more, visit www.lambtonoutdoorclub.org
Saturday, Aug. 25
Hobbyfest
Annual Hobbyfest, a day of fun, relaxation and participation in interactive activities and displays, at Germain Park and the Strangway Centre, East St., 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more, call 519-332-0330
Humane Society Gala
Bright’s Grove Animal Hospital presents “Howling at the Moon,” a formal gala in Canatara Park. Cocktails, three-course meal, silent auction and entertainment by a jazz band. Tickets available online. For more, contact Trista Lowe at [email protected]
Author Reading
Authors Tom Gannon Hamilton, Heather Roberts Cadsby, Phyllis Humby and Sharon Berg give readings at the Sarnia Library as part of a Southwestern Ontario Tour organized by Sarnia’s Big Pond Rumours. Free, 124 Christina St., 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. For more, call Sharon at 289-808-1025
Cornhole Tourney
Pembina hosts its first Cornhole/Bean Bag Toss Tournament at Corunna Legion, 350 Albert St. All ages welcome. Team of two can sign up for double knockout format. Entry fee is $40/person. All proceeds to United Way. To register, call United Way at 519-336-5452 or Pembina at 519-862-1001
Guided Tour
Free guided tour of the current exhibition at Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery, 147 Lochiel St., 1:30 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. Free, give what you can. Register by calling 519-336-8127, ext. 3226
Hiking
Lambton Outdoor Club is hiking the Auburn Loop of the Maitland Trail. For more, visit www.lambtonoutdoorclub.org
Sunday, Aug. 26
Rose Gardens Reunion
An informal gathering to remember the Rose Gardens roller skating complex and proprietors Dick and Elsie Rose being held at the Canatara Park beach pavillion. All welcome. Bring a picnic, memories and favourite memorabilia. Free, 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Cycling
Lambton Outdoor Club is cycling between Bothwell and Dresden in Kent County with a stop for lunch. For more, visit www.lambtonoutdoorclub.org
Tuesday, Aug. 28
Stress Management
A free session to highlight the effects of stress and provide practical ways to cope and make healthy changes. Offered by Twin Bridges NPLC, facilitated by registered psychotherapist. 153 Christina St. S., 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. To register, visit www.tbnplc.com
Wednesday, Aug. 29
Teen Cuisine
Rapids Family Health Team holding a free cooking class for ages 13+. 460 Christina St. N., 10 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Paint Night
Join local artist Cat Cabajar and paint a portrait of your own pet. Lizards and Bar Grill, 785 Exmouth St., 6 p.m. Cost $55 per person. In support of SickKids Hospital. To register, contact [email protected]
Thursday, Aug. 30
Slow View Tour
Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery’s Slow View tour of the exhibition “John Kissick: The Boom Bits” allows the mind to settle on one work and rediscover joy of looking at art. 147 Lochiel St., 7 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Free, give what you can. Register by calling 519-336-8127, ext. 3226
Summer Series
Entertainment Series featuring The Casuals at the Germain Park Garden, 7 p.m. Free admission. For more, call 519-332-0330
Tuesday, Sept. 4
Women's Fitness
Bootcamp-style fitness class includes cardiovascular, strength and flexibility exercises, suitable for most levels. Consult Primary Care Provider before participating. 153 Christina St. S., use Front St. entrance, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays until September 25. Free. Offered by Twin Bridges NPLC. Register at www.tbnplc.com
Adult Yoga
Free yoga program suitable for most levels. 153 Christina St. S., use Front St. entrance, 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays until September 25. Bring your own mat. Offered by Twin Bridges NPLC. Register at www.tbnplc.com
Wednesday, Sept. 5
Ski Trip Sign-Up
Bluewater International Ski Club organizing two ski trips to British Columbia, one from Jan. 26 to Feb. 3, the other from March 9-16. Meet at Stokes Bay Grill & Bar, 485 Harbour Rd., 7 p.m. $40 membership required. For more, call Bruce at 519-466-7197
Meditation
Free four-week session teaches the basics of meditation practices and provides practical ways to increase mindfulness in every day living. Offered by Twin Bridges NPLC. 153 Christina St. S., 12 p.m. to 12:45 p.m. Wednesdays until Sept. 26. Register at www.tbnplc.com
Saturday, Sept. 8
Run Of Exploding Colour
Five-kilometre run in Canatara Park organized by the Festival of Good Things. Participants celebrate health and happiness by getting plastered in explosions of colour. Registration 9:30 a.m., run 10:30 a.m. $40 adults, children’s discount. For more, or to register, visit www.explodingcolour.com or call 519-479-0554
Art In The Park
Rotary Club of Sarnia-Bluewaterland host the annual Art in The Park show and sale at Mike Weir Park in Bright’s Grove, featuring arts and crafts, food and music. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more, visit artintheparksarnia.com or call Janice at 519-481-0870
Sunday, Sept. 9
Gallery in the Grove
Opening reception of Elizabeth Tasker’s Retrospective exhibition at Gallery in the Grove, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Show runs until Oct. 13. For more, visit www.galleryinthegrove.com or visit the Facebook page.
Tai Chi Open House
Free open house and demonstration of the Taoist Tai Chi arts at Lochiel Kiwanis Centre, 180 College Ave. N., 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Free admission. For more, call 519-344-0346
Monday, Sept. 10
Chair Yoga
Yoga program suitable for most abilities. 153 Christina St. S., use Front St. entrance, 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. or 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Mondays until Oct. 1. Free. Offered by Twin Bridges NPLC. Register at www.tbnplc.com
Gentle Yoga
Introductory level yoga program suitable for most abilities. 153 Christina St. S., use Front St. entrance, 12:15 p.m. to 1 p.m. Mondays until October 1. Bring your own mat. Free. Off
ered by Twin Bridges NPLC. Register at www.tbnplc.com
Tai Chi Open House
Free open house and demonstration of the Taoist Tai Chi arts at Camlachie Community Centre, 6767 Camlachie Rd., 7 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Free admission. For more, call 519-344-0346
Tuesday, Sept. 11
Acupuncture
Free 6-week program offered by Twin Bridges NPLC in collaboration with local chiropractors. Designed for those with osteoarthritis of the knee. 153 Christina St. S., use Front Street entrance, 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays until October 18. Register at www.tbnplc.com
Flavours of Fall
Free session offered by Twin Bridges NPLC. Learn easy ways to cook with the local flavours of the season. 153 Christina St. S., use Front St. entrance, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Register at www.tbnplc.com
Genealogy
Dana Thorne will discuss the Reliable Sources in Research: An Oil History Case Study at a meeting of the Lambton County Branch of Ontario Genealogical Society, at the LDS Church, 1400 Murphy Rd., 7:30 p.m. Free & open to public. Call 519-383-0468 or email [email protected]
Wednesday, Sept. 12
Tai Chi Open House
Free open house and demonstration of the Taoist Tai Chi arts at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 437 Colborne Rd., Corunna, 6:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Free admission. For more, call 519-344-0346
Sunday, Sept. 16
Downriver Craft Sale
The 30th annual Downriver Craft & Gift Sale at the Moore Musuem featuring more than 80 vendors selling art, woodworking, garden accessories, knitting, jewelry, jams, fudge, etc. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m,, 94 Moore Line, Mooretown. For more, call 519-867-2020
Tuesday, Sept. 18
Balance in Life
Session to explore the concept of balance in life and provide strategies to help in maintaining balance through life’s demands. 153 Christina St. S., 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Free. Offered by Twin Bridges NPLC. Register at www.tbnplc.com
Wednesday, Sept. 19
Drugs In The Workplace
The Sarnia-Lambton Economic Partnership’s Business Enterprise Centre hosting a seminar on substance use and abuse in the workplace, with attention to the upcoming legalization of recreational marijuana. Tickets $40. Lambton College Events Centre, 1485 London Rd., 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. For more, call 519-332-2504
Thursday, Sept. 20
Women's Connection Group
Small group will explore the work of Brene Brown in areas that include imperfection, courage and belonging. Offered by Twin Bridges NPLC. 153 Christina St. S., 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Thursdays until October 4. Register at www.tbnplc.com
Sunday, Sept. 23
Kidney Walk
The Kidney Foundation’s Kidney Walks raises funds for research, vital programs, and services that support people with kidney disease. Canatara Park Kiwanis Pavilion, 9 a.m. For more, visit www.kidneywalk.ca or call Elaine Hayter at 519-344-3462
Tuesday, Sept. 25
Bone Health
Information session by Twin Bridges NPLC provides understanding on the importance of bone health, with preventative lifestyle strategies through nutrition and physical activity. 153 Christina St. S., 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Register at www.tbnplc.com
Thursday, Sept. 27
Paint Party
IODE Errol Egremont holds a “Paint Like a Comedian” paint party and bake sale at Sarnia Riding Club, 980 Riding Club Ln., registration 6:30 p.m., event 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tickets $45. Proceeds to “Do it for Sarnia” mental health campaign. For tickets, call Linda at 519-381-5688 or Georgette at 519-336-5535
Tuesday, Oct. 8
Genealogy
Local historian and author Phil Egan discusses the U.S. Civil War at a meeting of the Lambton County Branch of Ontario Genealogical Society, at the LDS Church, 1400 Murphy Rd., 7:30 p.m. Free & open to public. Call 519-383-0468 or email [email protected]
Friday, Oct. 12
Grief Support
Sarnia Beginning Experience holding a fall support group weekend for anyone widowed, separated or divorced and stuck in grief. October 12-14. For more, visit www.sarniabeginningexperience.org or call 519-337-1205
Tuesday, Nov. 13
Genealogy
Researchers Randy Evans and Tom Slater will speak at a meeting of the Lambton County Branch of Ontario Genealogical Society, at the LDS Church, 1400 Murphy Rd., 7:30 p.m. Free & open to public. Call 519-383-0468 or email [email protected]
Tuesday, Dec. 11
Genealogy
The Lambton County Branch of Ontario Genealogical Society hold its Christmas Gathering at the LDS Church, 1400 Murphy Rd., 7:30 p.m. Free & open to public. Call 519-383-0468 or email [email protected]