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Thursday, Aug. 2
Hot August Nights
Annual car show and concert in Canatara Park, hosted by Sarnia Street Machines, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Proceeds to Pathways Health Centre for Children. For more, call 519-332-0330
Summer Series
Entertainment Series featuring Missy Burgess 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
Cooking Class
Rapids Family Health Team holding a free “Spice makes Everything Nice” cooking class. 437 Colborne St., Corunna, 10 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Friday, Aug. 3
GreekFest
Twelfth annual Sarnia GreekFest, in downtown Sarnia, featuring entertainment, Greek foods and activities for the whole family. For more, contact Ashley at 519-491-6615 or [email protected]
Live Music
Emm Gryner performs at Cheeky Monkey during the First Friday cultural walkabout. Also art exhibit and sale “Escape” by Bill Walters. 130 Christina St. N., 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. For more, call 519-332-0978
New Exhibitions
The Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery welcomes new exhibitions “John Kissick: The Boom Bits,” and “Jaime Angelopoulos” for First Friday. 147 Lochiel St., 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Free, give what you can. For more, call 519-336-8127
Artisans on the Lawn
The Lawrence House hosts its first “Artisans on the Lawn” Aug. 3- 4 at 127 Christina St. S.. Jewellery, fabric art, pottery, paintings, and more for sale. Food supplied by Harmony for Youth both days, live music Friday night and Saturday, face painting for children Saturday. Free admission. For more, call 519-337-0507
Exhibit and Music
New members’ exhibit “Summer, Summer” opens at the Lawrence House, 127 Christina St. S., running until the end of the month. Musicians including Mike Blackmore and Jerry Prouty perform in the foyer or on the lawn, weather permitting. Free admission. For more, call 519-337-0507
Saturday, Aug. 4
Movie
Sarnia Library showing the children’s movie “Born in China.” Rated G. Open to all ages. 124 Christina St. S., 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. For more, call 519-337-3291
Paddling
Lambton Outdoor Club is paddling the Black River. For more, visit www.lambtonoutdoorclub.org
Sunday, Aug. 5
International Granfondo
Bluewater International Granfondo is this arean’s signature cycling event, for all levels of cyclists. Starts and finishes at Mike Weir Park in Bright’s Grove Supporting St. Joseph’s Hospice and Bluewater Health’s Palliative Care. For more information, contact 519-336-8667 or [email protected]
Tuesday, Aug. 7
Summer Series
Entertainment Series featuring The Siteks at the Suncor Agora in Centennial Park, 7 p.m. Free admission. For more, call 519-332-0330
Wednesday, Aug. 8
Summer Series
Entertainment Series featuring Electric Grandparents at the Bandshell in Canatara Park, 7 p.m. Free admission. For more, call 519-332-0330
Summer Series
Entertainment Series featuring Six Degrees at Kenwick Park, 7 p.m. Free admission. For more, call 519-332-0330
Camp2CONNECT
Lambton College’s third annual free day camp for individuals with developmental disabilities, with accessible activities for ages 5 and up. 1457 London Rd., 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Participants must be accompanied by support staff or parent/guardian and bring own lunches, drinks and snacks. Must pre-register at lambtoncollege.ca/Camp2Connect. For more, email [email protected]
Cycling
Lambton Outdoor Club holds a leisurely ride along the various paved bike paths through London followed by lunch. For more, visit www.lambtonoutdoorclub.org
Thursday, Aug. 9
Summer Series
Summer Entertainment Series featuring Bill Hines 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.
Friday, Aug. 10
Meat Raffle
The Sarnia Moose Lodge’s Friday meat raffles, held weekly through the summer. All proceeds go to local charities. Taco Salad Dinner available for purchase. 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., 874 Phillip Street. For more, call 519-336-7900
Saturday, Aug. 11
San Rocco Festival
26th Annual San Rocco Festival held at the Our Lady of Mercy Church Hall, 390 Christina St. N. Saturday 7 p.m. to 11 p.m., and Sunday with Holy Mass at 11 p.m. in Italian and English, festivities at 1 p.m. to 11 p.m. Free admission, everyone welcome. For more, call Frank at 519-330-0925
Music Fest
Second annual Bright’s Grove Music Fest includes live music, vendors and food. Kenwick Park, 1 p.m. to 11 p.m. In support of the Canadian Mental Health Association. For more, visit the BGMusicFest Facebook page
Unleashed 2018
The Unleashed 2018 fashion show takes place at Stoke’s Bay, 485 Harbour Rd. and includes a DJ’d afterparty. Tickets are $30, available at the Sarnia & District Humane Society. Proceeds to Humane Society. For more, call 519-344-7064
Hiking
Lambton Outdoor Club is hiking the Medway Meadows in London. For more, visit www.lambtonoutdoorclub.org
Garage Sale
Sarnia-Lambton Big Brothers Big Sisters hosting a garage sale at 10 Lorne Cres., starting at 7 a.m. with plenty of free parking. Hot dogs for sale. Donations welcome until Aug. 8. Call 519-336-0460 for more
Music Fest
The Bright’s Grove Music Fest hosts nine local live music arts with a variety of food and entertainment vendors. Free. For all ages. Kenwick Park, 1 p.m. to 11 p.m. For more, visit the Bright’s Grove Music Fest Facebook page
Sunday, Aug. 12
Family Fun Day
Sarnia Family Fun Day takes place at the Canatara Park Kiwanis Pavilion, 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. For more, call 519-332-0330
Monday, Aug. 13
Coping with Life Alone
Sarnia Beginning Experience’s ‘Coping with Life Alone’ program offers support for people who are widowed, separated or divorced and stuck in grief. For more, visit www.sarniabeginningexperience.org or call 519-337-1205
Cooking Class
Rapids Family Health Team holding a free “Spice Makes Everything Nice” cooking class. 1150 Pontiac Dr., 1:30 p.m. Also on Aug. 14, 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Summer Series
Entertainment Series featuring Rockwork at the Suncor Agora in Centennial Park, 7 p.m. Free admission. For more, call 519-332-0330
Bible School
Vacation Bible School with games, stories, crafts and refreshments from Aug, 13 to 15. Christ Lutheran Church, 6482 Telfer Rd., 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Free for ages 4 to 10. Pre-register by calling 519-869-2838
Tuesday, Aug. 14
Summer Series
Entertainment Series featuring Mike Blackmore Percussion Group at the Suncor Agora in Centennial Park, 7 p.m. Free admission. For more, call 519-332-0330
Improve Communication
Learn practical ways to improve how you communicate. Topics include assertiveness, active listening, conflict resolution, and health maintenance in relationships. Offered by Twin Bridges NPLC and facilitated by registered psychotherapist. Free. 153 Christina St. S., 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. To register, visit www.tbnplc.com
Wednesday, Aug. 15
Summer Series
Summer Entertainment Series featuring The R.E.D. Line Band at the Bandshell in Canatara Park, 7 p.m. Free admission. For more, call 519-332-0330
Diabetes Prevention
Rapids Family Health Team holding a free workshop for people at high risk of developing diabetes. 1150 Pontiac Dr., 9:30 a.m. Also on Aug. 24, 233 Cameron St., Corunna, 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Summer Series
Entertainment Series featuring Blackmore and Blackmore at Kenwick Park, 7 p.m. Free admission. For more, call 519-332-0330
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]
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
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
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
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
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
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
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