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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
Live Music
All-Canadian singer-songwriter Edward Sayers takes the stage at Paddy Flaherty’s. No cover, 9:30 p.m., 130 Seaway Rd. For more, call 519-336-1999
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
Live Music
The rock and blues band The Marwills takes the stage at Paddy Flaherty’s. No cover, 9:30 p.m., 130 Seaway Rd. For more, call 519-336-1999
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.
Concert Series
Fáilte performs Celtic reels, jigs and polkas at the House Concert Series, featuring Brendan D’Arcy, Tessa Catton, Christine Storey, Justine De-Koning and Kyle Cook. The Lawrence House, 127 Christina St. S., 3 p.m. Tickets $10, available by calling 519-337-0507
Monday, Feb. 13
Aktion Club
A new members meeting for the Kiwanis Aktion Club, a service group composed of developmentally disabled adults who want to join the community. Wawanosh Enterprises, 822 Confederation St., 3 p.m. For more, call Christine at 519-332-1707
S.T.E.A.M. Club
Sarnia Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Makers Club explores what is new in science, technology, entertainment, anime and making. For all ages. At Sarnia Library, 124 Christina St. S., 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. For more, call 519-337-3291
Depression and Anxiety
Learn to identify depression and anxiety and their causes, enhance energy levels, sleep quality, mood, relationships, and emotional intelligence. Free introductory DVD presentation at Seventh Day Adventist Church, 1620 Modeland Rd., 7 p.m. For more, call Lois at 519-542-0064.
Living With Diabetes
Rapids Family Health Team offering a two-hour group session and overview of how to live well with diabetes. 1150 Pontiac Dr., 1:30 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Cooking Class
Rapids Family Health Team offering a free cooking class “Love Your Heart – Eat Smart” at 1150 Pontiac Dr., 5:30 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949. Also available Feb. 14, 9:30 a.m.
Tuesday, Feb. 14
Central Forum
Judith Morris, president and CEO, discusses Lambton College, its new construction and programs and first 50 years of success. Central United Church, 220 George St., 2 p.m. Cost, $4 at the door. For more, call 519-344-4561
Cooking Class
Free cooking class and nutritional advice. Free. At Twin Bridges NPLC, 109 Crawford St., 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Register at www.tbnplc.com or 226-776-9030
Tween Book Club
For ages 9 to 11. At Bright’s Grove Library, 2618 Hamilton Rd., 4:15 p.m. to 5 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-869-2351
Ostomy Support
“Travelling With An Ostomy” discussed at meeting of the Sarnia Lambton Ostomy Support Group. At Shopper’s Home Health, 516 Exmouth St., 6:30 p.m. All interested parties welcome. For more, call 519-344-9797
Jazz Dinner
A Valentine’s Jazz Dinner with Art Hratchian and Jeff Getty at Paddy Flaherty’s, 130 Seaway Rd., 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. No cover, reservations recommended. For more, call 519-336-1999
Wednesday, Feb. 15
Photography Workshop
For ages 9 to 13. Create digital collages at the Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery, 147 Lochiel St., 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Suggested donation $10. Also on Feb. 16. To register, call 519-336-8127 ext. 3226 or visit jnaag.ca
Diabetes Cooking Series
Second session in a three-month series focused on healthy eating for diabetes prevention and management. All skill levels welcome. At the West Lambton Community Health Centre, 429 Exmouth St., 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Free. To register, call Janice at 519-344-3017, ext. 259
Breastfeeding Class
Have breastfeeding questions answered and find where to get extra help at the West Lambton Community Health Centre, 429 Exmouth St., 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. To register, call 519-786-4545, ext. 231
Coffee and Conversation
At Mallroad Library, 1362 Lambton Mall Rd., 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Topic to be announced. Must pre-register by calling 519-542-2580
Healthy Eating
Rapids Family Health Team offering a four-week lifestyle change group called “Healthy Eating and you.” 1150 Pontiac Dr., 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-894
Federal Retirees
National Association of Federal Retirees luncheon at the Navy Club, 1420 Lougar St., 12 p.m. For more, call Gloria at 519-869-6326 or Pat at 519-869-8872 or email [email protected]
Roast Pork Dinner
At Canon Davis Memorial Church, 380 Russell St., 5 p.m. Cost is $15. For tickets, call 519-344-9531
Thursday, Feb. 16
Pasta Fest
All you can eat Pasta Fest hosted by Alexander Mackenzie Secondary School’s special education department. Silent auction, mini raffle, dessert table and live entertainment. At the Dante Club, 1330 London Rd., 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Doors open 4:30 p.m. Cost $12 adults, $8 children under 12. For tickets, call 519-542-5505
Pallet Board Art
Take an old weathered pallet board and create and eco-friendly art piece. Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery, 147 Lochiel St., 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Cost $35. Materials included. With complimentary wine. Must register by calling 519-336-8127, ext. 3226
Saturday, Feb. 18
Film Festival
The Sarnia Justice Film Festival presents Paper Tigers, a film that explores an alternative high school with a radically different approach to student discipline. Sarnia Library Theatre, 7 p.m., followed by post-film discussion. Admission free, donations accepted. For more, visit www.Facebook.com/SarniaJusticeFilmFestival
Euchre
At St. Joseph’s Parish Hall in Corunna, with registration at 6:30 p.m. and games starting at 7 p.m., 346 Beresford St. $5 entry fee. Light lunch served later. All proceeds to St. Joseph and St. Charles parish renovation fund. For more, call 519-862-2173.
Sunday, Feb. 19
Concert Series
evan.john performs ‘Songs of Simon & Garfunkel’ for the House Concert Series at the Lawrence House, 127 Christina St. S., 3 p.m. Tickets, $10, available by calling 519-337-0507