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Wednesday, June 10
Church Anniversary
On its 90th anniversary, United Church of Canada Moderator Gary Paterson leads workshop on increasing diversity within the church. Central United, 220 George St., 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Register at 519-344-4561. Historic items on display at 6 p.m., followed by a procession from City Hall, and worship service and mass choir at 7 p.m.
Thursday, June 11
Surf Inn Turf
Fundraiser for the Inn of the Good Shepherd featuring East Coast lobster and beef tenderloin with live music, prizes and a live auction at the Holiday Inn, 1498 Venetian Blvd. Tickets, $80. Patio reception at 5:30 p.m., dinner at 7 p.m. For more, call 519-344-1746, ext. 303
400th Anniversary
All invited to ceremony marking 400th anniversary of the Francophone presence in Ontario, hosted by Ecole Les Rapides and Franco-Jeunesse schools, featuring a tree planting, choir and plaque presentation. Bayshore Park (Front and London), 10:30 a.m. For more, call Sorinna at 416-432-1338
Fogo Island Reflections
Assistant curator Darryn Doull reflects on his residency at Fogo Island, Newfoundland. Free, 7 p.m. Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery
147 Lochiel St. For more, call 519-336-8127
Friday, June 12
Fred Eaglesmith
The Fred Eaglesmith Traveling Steam Show performs at the Sarnia Library Auditorium at 8 p.m. Tickets are $25 available at Cheeky Monkey.
Saturday, June 13
Kids Funfest
20th annual version of Kids Funfest with over 80 activities for children aged one to 12, including games, rides, inflatables, music and more. On the open grounds behind Clearwater Arena, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is free. For more, call 519-332-0330, 3202/3218 or www.sarnia.ca
Giant Garage Sale
Lambton Seniors Association garage sale on the back parking lot at 420 East St. North, from 8 a.m. to 12 noon. Tables available. Call 519-491-6105
Roadrunners
Sarnia Roadrunners present 1, 3, 5 and 10 km runs, starting 8:30 a.m. Start at Canatara Park cannon. Cost is $3. All runners and walkers welcome. For more, contact [email protected]
Charity Yard Sale
North-end community charity yard sale at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church, 1299 Murphy Rd, from 8 a.m. to 12 noon. Vendors welcome. Coffee and donuts available. For more, call Dina at 519-466-5680
Spring Flea Market
Flea market and trunk sale at Grace United Church, 990 Cathcart Blvd., 9 a.m. to 12 noon. Free admission. Parking spaces for trunk sale $10, or three for $25. For more contact Pauline at 519-339-9763, or kferguson25@cogeco
Sunday, June 14
Canoe & Kayak
Lambton Outdoors Club hosts an outing to the Walpole-Snye River Area. Five to six hour paddle, level easy. To reserve a spot contact Judy at 519-336-3919 several day in advance
Cycling
Lambton Outdoors Club cycle outings. Meet at the Cathcart Boulevard tennis courts at 8:30 a.m.. One group drives to Dashwood, then cycles to Bayfield and back. 45 kilometres, level easy. Call Leslie at 519-882-3435. Another drives to Mount Carmel, cycles to Bayfield, 70 km return. Helmets mandatory. Call Walley at 519-336-1883
Church Anniversary
Redeemer Lutheran Church celebrates its 80th anniversary in Sarnia with a special service at 10 a.m., with guest preacher Rev. Derek Mathers. 429 Indian Rd. For more, call Carolyn at 519-466-0190
Family Sundays
Families create art together each Sunday in June at the Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. 147 Lochiel St. Free, donations appreciated. For more, call 519-336-8127
Monday, June 15
The Wealthy Barber
St. Clair Child & Youth presents “An Evening with David Chilton” co-star of CBC’s Dragons’ Den and author of The Wealthy Barber, at the Imperial Theatre at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $30 and include a copy of The Wealthy Barber Returns. Tickets available through Imperial Theatre Box Office, 519-344-7469.
Elder Abuse
Sarnia-Lambton Elder Abuse Awareness Network planting a tree at the Aamjiwnaang First Nation Community Centre, 12 noon, 1972 Virgil Ave., to recognize World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Free BBQ lunch. For more, call 519-384-5715
Tuesday, June 16
Pan Am Games Torch
Sarnia hosts arrival of the Pan Am & Para Pan Am Games torch at city hall, 9 a.m., then on to the athletics track on East Street and the Aamjiwnaang First Nation. For more, call 519-332-0330, ext. 3202
Job Fair
At Express Employment Professionals, 347 Christina St., from 2 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Bring your resume. For more, call 519-336-7962
Wednesday June 17
Great Lakes Conference
Sarnia-Lambton hosting the three-day annual meeting and conference of the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative, bringing together elected leaders, businesses and environmental groups. Holiday Inn Conference Centre, Wednesday to Friday. For more, visit www.sarnialambton2015.ca
Quit Smoking
Rapids Family Health Team offering a free ‘quit smoking’ workshop and nicotine replacement therapy program, 1150 Pontiac Dr., 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Digital Resources
Learn about hoopla digital (movies and music) and Gale Courses during a drop-in at the Mallroad Library. 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Bring your devices and library card. Apple and Google Play Store passwords required. For more, call 519-542-2580
Kayaking
Lambton Outdoors Club host a two-hour outing at Bright’s Grove Beach, meeting at 7 p.m. Call Hank at 519-542-2590 or 519- 336-2174
Annual General Meetings
The Sexual Assault Survivors' Centre of Sarnia-Lambton and the Women's Interval Home holding their annual general meetings, beginning at 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. respectively. 681 Oxford St. For more, call 519-337-3154
Demystifying Palliative Care
Doctors Allison Crombeen and Glen Maddison describe palliative care and dispel myths and fears that people have about it. Community outreach illness support programs also discussed. Open to all. St. Joseph's Hospice, 475 Christina St. N., 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. For more, call Lisa at 519-337-0537
Thursday, June 18
Author Event
Michael Banovsky, author of Weird Cars, discusses his love of unusual vehicles at a fundraiser for the Organization for Literacy in Lambton. Kiwanis Centre, 180 N. College Ave., 7 p.m. Tickets $10. For more, call 519-332-4876
Saturday, June 20
Dental Family Day
At RiverEdge Dental, a fun day featuring a barbecue, children’s crafts, face painting, balloon shaping and teeth counting. 1330 Exmouth St., 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more, call 519-541-0505
Summer Kick Off
Corunna Legion hosts a party open to all featuring four live bands, backyard BBQ, motorcycle show and shine and open bar, starting at 11 a.m. Free admission. Canned good donations appreciated. Bring a lawn chair. 350 Albert St. For more, call 519-862-1240
Sunshine BBQ
Barbecue for the local Sunshine Foundation featuring hamburgers, hot dogs and fried onions, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., M&M Meats, 1362 Lambton Mall Rd., For more, call Marie at 519-491-5637
Archery 3-D Shoot
Lambton Sportsman’s Club hosting a 3-D archery shoot at 521 Bickford Line (at Highway 40), from 8:00 a.m. to 12 noon. Non-members, $10. Children under 15, free with paid adult. Lunch available. Other shoots July 18, Aug. 15 and Sept. 19. For more, contact Elsie at 519-867-3940, or Len at 519-344-7009
Community Bed Drive
NeighbourLink volunteers will come to your home between 9 a.m. to 12 noon in Sarnia, Point Edward and Bright’s Grove to pick up donation of gently-used beds (free from rips, urine stains & bedbugs) to help low-income families. To arrange pick up call 519-336-5465
Hiking
Lambton Outdoors Club outing to Port Franks for a 2.5 hour, medium-level hike, with some steep dunes. Meet 9 a.m. at Bright’s Grove, near Shopper’s Drug Mart. Bring snacks and water. Call Greg at 519-344-3755
Charity Latin Fiesta
Catholic Hispanic Community of Sarnia-Lambton hosts 3rd annual event at the Polish Hall, featuring live Latin music, entertainment, snacks and raffles, with proceeds supporting development projects in Africa and Colombia. 173 Exmouth St. Tickets, $20, can be ordered at [email protected]
Sunday, June 21
Adrenaline Trail
A new addition to the Huron House Boys’ Home’s annual/walk/skate/bike on Father’s Day, featuring teams of four competing in 10 challenges that test body, mind and teamwork. Mike Weir Park TIME. Age 18 plus. Assigned times, starting at 7 a.m. For more, visit adrenalinetrail.ca or Sharon at [email protected] or Kathy at 519-330-7181
Garden Tour
Sarnia Communities in Bloom presents the 3rd annual Summer Solstice Garden Tour from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. featuring 8 gardens. Tickets $12 available at DeGroot’s, Jenny’s Floral Studio, LaPier’s Flowers & Gifts, Praill’s Greenhouse, Flowers by Bill Bush, KAY’s Petals & Plants, McKellar’s Flowers or Sipkens Nurseries. Call 519-336-3232.
Lunches for Lansdowne
School lunch program fundraiser at Grace United Church featuring beef burgers, salads, bean, desserts, live entertainment and silent auction. 990 Cathcart Blvd. Tickets, $15 adults, $6 ages six-10, free under 5, available at church office or 519-542-1203
Wednesday, June 24
Fairy Garden
Learn what pots, plants and accessories to use to create a miniature garden at the Bright’s Grove Library, with Dianne from DeGroot's Nurseries, 6:30 p.m. Pre-register at 519-869-2351
Strawberry Supper
At Paterson Memorial Church, featuring sloppy Joes, salad, chips, ice cream, cake & strawberries. $10 adults, $5 under 12. 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. For more, call 519-344-6422, or 519-344-2870
Thursday, June 25
Speechathon
Public invited to attend an evening of short speeches presented by the Riverspeak Toastmasters, followed by a lightning round of evaluation skills. Light refreshments served. 260 Mitton St. N., 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
For more, visit http://riverspeak.toastmastersclubs.org
Ontario filmmaking
Filmmaking in Ontario in the ‘50's and ‘60's, with special screenings and guest Tom McSorley, Executive Director, Canadian Film Institute. 7 p.m., Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery, 147 Lochiel St. Free, donations appreciated. For more, call 519-336-8127
Rayjon Barbecue
All welcome at the annual Rayjon BBQ. Bring a lawn chair and dish to share to 3720 Lakeshore Rd., beginning at 6 p.m. For more, contact Dianne at 519 862 1963, or email [email protected]