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Thursday, Feb. 2
Trivia
Weekly trivia night at the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 62, 286 Front St. N., 5:30 p.m., all welcome, $2 charge. For more, call Les at 519-328-0964
Women's Wellness
For women of all ages to enhance preventative health and wellness strategies. Free. Thursdays until Feb. 23 at Twin Bridges NPLC, 109 Crawford St., 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. Register at www.tbnplc.com or 226-776-9030
Read With Legionnaires
For children and families. Meet local hockey players and hear them read books about hockey. At Sarnia Arena, 134 Brock St., 5:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. For more, call 519-332-4876
Board Games Night
Bring and play your favourite games or teach them to others at Sarnia Library, 124 Christina St. S., 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. For all ages. Also on Feb. 9, 16 and 23. For more, call 519-337-3291
Curator Talk
Casual conversation with Lisa Daniels and McIntosh Gallery Curator Catherine Elliot Shaw about early Canadian women artists. Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery, 147 Lochiel St., 7 p.m. Free admission, donations appreciated. To register, call 519-336-8127, ext. 3226 or visit JNAAG website.
Friday, Feb. 3
Live Music
Live in-store music by Evan Dawe & John Pilat at Cheeky Monkey, 130 Christina St. N., 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Part of the First Friday cultural walkabout. For more, call 519-332-0978
Gallery PD Day
Activities include birdhouse making, a cityscape collage, and creating a gallery in a box. Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery. 147 Lochiel St. Drop off 8:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. Pick up 4:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Bring nut-free lunch. $70 per child. To register, call 519-336-8127, ext. 3226
Exhibition Opening
As part of First Friday, two new exhibitions opening at the Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery: Elusive Utopia and Winter Light. 147 Lochiel St. Open until 9 p.m. Free. For more, call 519-336-8127
Saturday, Feb. 4
Pigeon Show
EVENT CANCELLED
Sarnia Poultry, Pigeon & Pet Stock Association’s pigeon show at DeGroot’s Nurseries, 1840 London Line, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free admission, donations welcome. For more, contact Gary Parsons at 519-336-5535 or email [email protected], or Tim Steadman at 519-845-0394 or email [email protected]
Travel Show
Travel experts representing tour operators, cruise lines and hotel resorts will be on hand to discuss destinations at the Sarnia Travel Show. Hosted by Maritime Travel, Sunripe Plaza, 1130 Lakeshore Rd., 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more, call 226-778-4468
Trivia Fundraiser
Annual CNIB trivia fundraiser for the visually impaired hosted by TurnerMoore LLP. Sarnia Riding Club, 980 Riding Club Lane, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Includes cash bar, prizes, snacks and a draw. Entry $30 per person. Register at TurnerMoore LLP. For more, call 519-337-9369
S.T.E.A.M. Club
Explore the world of advanced technologies like robotics, electronics, computers and more. At Sarnia Library, 124 Christina St. S., 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. For all ages. For more, call 519-337-3291
Sunday, Feb. 5
Jews For Jesus
Toronto-based Jews For Jesus lead a 60-minute service at Living Hope Christian Reformed Church, 6:30 p.m. 1281 Exmouth St. All welcome, freewill offering. For more, call Bill at 519-383-7995
Textile Design
Create textile design fabric transfers inspired by paintings of Ian McLean. Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery, 147 Lochiel St., 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Suggested donation $5 per family. All ages. For more, call 519-336-8127
Monday, Feb. 6
Gentle Yoga
Free class offered by Twin Bridges NPLC, incorporating basic yoga poses and meditation to reduce stress. Mondays until Feb. 27 at Lighthouse Community Church, 152 Parker St., 12:15 p.m. to 1 p.m. Bring your own mat. Register at www.tbnplc.com or 226-776-9030
Chair Yoga
Free class offered by Twin Bridges NPLC. Gentle yoga sequence using chairs for additional support. Mondays until Feb. 27 at Lighthouse Community Church, 152 Parker St., 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Register at www.tbnplc.com or 226-776-9030
StrollerFit
Fun, safe “bootcamp” style workout for moms and babies. Suitable for all levels. Offered by Twin Bridges NPLC. Free. Mondays until Feb. 27 at Lighthouse Community Church, 152 Parker St., 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Register at www.tbnplc.com or 226-776-9030
Quit Smoking
Rapids Family Health Team offering a free quit smoking workshop and nicotine replacement therapy program at 233 Cameron St., Corunna, 1:30 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Tuesday, Feb, 7
Central Forum
Retired teacher and traveller Bill Scott leads a photo safari to East Africa's national parks and game reserves. Central United Church, 220 George St., 2 p.m. Cost, $4 at the door. For more, call 519-344-4561
Youth Mental Wellness
For youth in grades 9-12 to openly discuss prevalent issues and suitable strategies to maintain health and happiness. Free. Tuesdays until Feb. 28 at Twin Bridges NPLC, 109 Crawford St., 6 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. Register at www.tbnplc.com or 226-776-9030
Wednesday, Feb. 8
Drawing Workshop
For ages 9 to 13. Create a superhero or villain with comic book drawing techniques. Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery, 147 Lochiel St., 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Suggested donation $10. Also on Feb. 9. To register, call 519-336-8127, ext. 3226 or visit jnaag.ca
Green Drinks
An informal gathering featuring Bluewater Power conservation and demand management coordinator David Mackay leading a discussion on maximizing residential energy efficiency. Free. 100 Christina St. N., open 6:30 p.m., discussion at 7 p.m. For more, contact [email protected]
Thursday, Feb. 9
Fundraiser Luncheon
“Soups On” Luncheon with a a variety of soups, bread and dessert at Corunna United Church, 198 Hill St., 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free will offering supports Heart and Stroke Foundation. Takeout available, all welcome. For more, call 519-862-1052
Healthy Eating
Rapids Family Health Team offering a four-week and lifestyle change group called “Healthy Eating and You.” 233 Cameron St., Corunna, 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Artist Talk
Artist Ian Mclean to speak about his many influences and new exhibition, “Elusive Utopia.” Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery, 147 Lochiel St., 7 p.m. Free, donations appreciated. To register, call 519-336-8127 ext. 3226 or visit JNAAG website
Friday, Feb. 10
Rock & Fossil Club
Vlado Bjelis will speak about his trip to Alaska to collect mineral specimens and pan for gold. Sarnia Rock & Fossil Club. Twin Lakes Terrace Retirement Home, 1310 Murphy Rd., 7:30 p.m. For more, call Mary at 519-869-2003 or email Ivan at [email protected]
Stress Management
Rapids Family Health Team offering a free stress management seminar at 1150 Pontiac Dr., 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949. Also available at 233 Cameron St., Corunna, 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Saturday, Feb. 11
Poultry & Pigeon Show
Sarnia Poultry, Pigeon & Pet Stock Association’s 102nd Annual poultry & pigeon show at DeGroot’s Nurseries, 1840 London Line, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Chickens, pigeons, ducks and rabbits on show. For more, call Sue Cristante at 519-541-1768 or email [email protected], or Tim Steadman at 519-845-0394 or [email protected]
Hiking
Easy two-hour hike of Lorne Henderson Conservation Area with the Lambton Outdoors Club. For details and sign up, visit www.lambtonoutdoorclub.org/hiking
Ladies Darts
The Corunna Legion hosting the Barb Griffin Memorial Ladies Open Dart Tournament. $5 per event. All money returned in prizes. Food available. 350 Albert St. Registration 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m, play at noon. For more, call 519-862-1240
Dance
At the Sarnia Legion, 286 Front St. N., 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. Open to all. Cost $30 per couple. For more, visit www.sarniaballroomdancingclub.ca
Makerspace
For ages 6 and up. Make a craft at Mallroad Library, 1362 Lambton Mall Rd., 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-542-2580
Sunday, Feb. 12
Breakfast and Meat Raffle
Pancakes, sausage, bacon, ham, eggs, and more. St. Joseph’s Parish on Lyndoch Street, Corunna, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost $8 adults, $4 children 6 to 12, free under 6. Take out orders available after 8:30 a.m. For more, call 519-862-1213, ext. 28
Valentine’s Cards
Create homemade Valentine’s Day cards styled after scratch lottery tickets. At Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery, 147 Lochiel St., 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Suggested donation is $5 per family. Open to all ages. For more, call 519-336-8127
Euchre Tournament
Progressive euchre tournament at Corunna Legion, 350 Albert St. Registration 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., play at 1 p.m. Cost $10 per person, all money returned as prizes. Food available, wheelchair accessible, all welcome. Pre-register at the bar or call 519-862-1240
Roast Beef Dinner
At St. Bartholomew’s Church, 718 Cathcart Blvd., 5 p.m. Includes tea, coffee and pie. Cost $15, free under 12. Takeout available. Wheelchair accessible. Tickets available by calling 519-383-6933 or at the door.