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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]
Strawberry Social
At Dunlop United Church, with strawberries, ice cream, homemade cake and refreshments, 757 Rosedale Ave. from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Hot dogs, hamburgers and pop also available Tickets, $6 adults, $2 children, at the door or call 519-337-3061 or 519-332-8746
Volunteer In Cambodia
Application deadline for local ambassadors to volunteer with Eyes of Leah International Aid in Cambodia installing latrines, water wells and conducting English classes. For more, visit http://eyesofleah.com/volunteer-cambodia/ambassador-training
The Cloud Explained
Tech company CEO Mat Berube will explain The Cloud and how business owners and managers can safely take advantage of its benefits. Free presentation, presented by Bluewater Technology Access Centre, at Lambton College, Room N105, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Register at [email protected]
Friday, June 26
Quit Smoking
Rapids Family Health Team offering a free ‘quit smoking’ workshop and nicotine replacement therapy program, 1150 Pontiac Dr., 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Saturday, June 27
Canada Day in the Grove
Presented by Bright’s Grove Optimists, including a parade (assembly 10 a.m. at Wildwood Park, start at 11 a.m.) entertainment at Kenwick Park from noon to 3 p.m. including carnival rides and local dancers, and a free, non-alcohol, 8 p.m. concert at Kenwick with Scott Manery and the Barnburners. Bring your lawnchair. For more, email [email protected] or visit them on facebook
Hebrew
Eric Bissell to lead a free introduction to learning the Hebrew letters. At River City Vineyard, 260 Mitton St. N., from 9 a.m. to 12 noon, and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. For more, call Sheila at 519-328-3323
Hiking
A four-hour Lambton Outdoors Club outing on the Howard Watson Trail, meeting 8:30 a.m. at Bright’s Grove, near Shopper’s Drug Mart. Level medium. Contact Greg at 519-344-3755
Sunday, June 28
Charity Art Battle
A number of invited artists have 20 minutes to create works, which are then voted on and auctioned off on Stoke’s Bay patio to raise funds for elementary school art program. Also 3 km walk, 5 & 15 km run, and 15 km bike. For individuals and teams of ten. 485 Harbour Rd. at 9 a.m. For more, call 519-542-2637 or email [email protected]
Band Concert
Lambton Concert Band presents ‘Sounds of Summer,’ its annual community concert, at the Sarnia Library Auditorium, 2:30 p.m. No admission charge, but donations appreciated. For more, call Alison at 519-337-9870
Monday, June 29
Seniors Cruise
Annual Seniors Cruise offers a St. Clair River outing aboard the Duc D’Orleans II, food and refreshments. Cost is only a smile. Cruises leave at approximately, 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 12 noon, 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. from the Front Street dock, rain or shine. For more, call Caryn at 519-344-1763, ext. 306
Wednesday, July 1
Canada Day
Sarnia’s annual parade begins 11 a.m. on North Christina and enters the park. Opening ceremonies at 1:30 p.m. at the bandshell. Things shift to Bayshore Waterfront Park at 4:30 p.m. for music and evening activities. Fireworks at dusk. For more, call 519-332-0330, ext. 3202
Friday, July 3
Live music
Local band Electric Waves provides the music while artist and graphic designer Stewart Wayne Fanning hosts a show at sale at Cheeky Monkey, as part of First Friday. 130 Christina St. N., 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. For more, call 519-332-0978
Saturday, July 4
Canoe & Kayak
Lambton Outdoors Club hosts an outing to Stag Island for a three hour paddle, followed by lunch. Level medium. To reserve a spot call Jim at 519-383-1125
HadouCon
A free multimedia convention featuring anime, science fiction, fantasy and comic books, with costuming, discussion panels, gaming, artists and films. Sarnia Library, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more, contact Jeffrey Beeler at [email protected] or by calling 519-337-3291, ext. 239
Sunday, July 5
Cycling
Join the Lambton Outdoors Club on a cycle outing on the Howard Watson Trail, end to end, 35-40 kilometres, level easy. Lunch along the way. Meet 9 a.m. at the Bright’s Grove shopping area. Helmets mandatory. Call John at 519-869-6525
Monday, July 6
Free Summer Program
SonSpark Labs hosts a free program at Paterson Memorial Presbyterian Church through to July 10, 9 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. For kids ages 5-12. Call 519-344-6422 or visit www.patersonchurch.ca
Summer Art Camp
Week-long camp for children ages six to 12 at the Lawrence House featuring drawing, painting and sculpture drawing on the theme Myths and Mysteries. Art materials provided. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. $44 daily, $150 for week. For more, or registration info, call 519-332-0330, ex.3217
Wednesday, July 8
Geocaching
Sarnia and the St. Clair Conservation Authority offer geocaching Canatara Park Animal Farm picnic shelter, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. $10 per person. Children under 10 must be accompanied by adult. For more call, 519-332-0330, ext. 3218 or visit www.sarnia.ca
Sunday, July 12
Cycling
Drive to Oil Springs and ride 50 km to Dresden for lunch with the Lambton Outdoors Club. Meet 9:00 a.m. at Cathcart Boulevard Tennis Courts. Level medium. Helmets mandatory. For more, call Jim at 519-542-8141
Church Camp
Deadline to register for a free morning camp program offered by Lighthouse Community Church the week of July 20-24, for children entering JK to Grade 5. 152 Parker St. 60 spots available. For registration forms, call Kerry or Alannah at 519-542-7662, [email protected]
Monday, July 13
Kayaking
Join the Lambton Outdoors Club for two-hour paddle, starting 6 p.m. at the Centennial Park boat launch. Level medium. Call Jim at 519-383-1125
Summer Art Camp
Week-long camp for children ages six to 12 at the Lawrence House featuring drawing, painting and sculpture based on stories from Peter Pan to Puss and Boots. Art materials provided. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. $44 daily, $150 for week. For more, or registration info, call 519-332-0330, ex.3217