What’s happening events must be open to the public, of general interest, 60 words or less, and received at least two weeks prior to the event. Please include ticket prices, if any, and a phone number or website where readers can obtain more information. Email notices to [email protected]
Thursday, Nov. 8
Wildlife Trivia Night
Lambton Wildlife hostinga Wildlife Trivia Night at Stokes, 485 Harbour Bay Rd., 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Go alone or with a team up to 4. Snacks available. Tickets $15 per person. To register, call 519-490-8978
Improving Assertiveness
Twin Bridges NPLC offering session to provide support, feedback and strategies on the importance of assertiveness and making changes to benefit your well-being. 153 Christina St. S., 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Register at www.tbnplc.com
Shibashi
West Lambton Community Health Centre holding six free Shibashi classes at All Saints’ Anglican Church, 248 Vidal St. N., 11 a.m., on Nov. 8, 15, 22, and Dec. 6, 13. For more, call 519-344-3017
Balance & Bone Health
Rapids Family Health Team offering a 5-week education and exercise program to improve your balance and bone health. 460 Christina St., N., 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Motown Concert
Motown Soul to perform at the Imperial Theatre, 168 Christina St. N., 7 p.m. For information and tickets, call 519-344-7469 or visit the theatre’s website.
Toastmasters
Lambton Toastmasters hosting a sample meeting to show how Toastmasters can help individuals succeed in business and life.
Chamber of Commerce board room, 556 Christina St., 12 noon to 1 p.m. For more contact Julie at [email protected]
Friday, Nov. 9
Travelogue
Alastair Henry and Candas Whitlock will share their experiences backpacking on a budget in their post-retirement years. Strangway Adult Community Centre, 260 East St. N., 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Cost $6 for non-members. Register by calling 519-332-0656
Tribute Artists
Tribute artists to perform Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings and Elvis Presley at the Corunna Legion, 350 Albert St., doors open 6:30 p.m., show 7:30 p.m. $25 per ticket, for sale at the bar. For more, call 519-862-1240
Ski Trip Sign-Up
Bluewater International Ski Club organizing two ski trips to British Columbia, one to Panorama from Jan. 26 to Feb. 2, the other to Silver Star from March 9-16. For more, visit bluewaterskiclub.com or call Donna at 519-542-1547
Rock & Fossil Club
Walter and Nancy Markl will speak about the Goderich Salt Mine at a meeting of the Sarnia Rocks & Fossil Club. Twin Lakes Terrace Retirement Home, 1310 Murphy Rd., 7:30 p.m. For more, contact Mary at 519-869-2003 or Ivan at [email protected]
Live Music Cafe
Lise Michaud will perform and Sisters of Soul host at the Live Music Cafe at Foursquare Church, 207 Talfourd St., 7:30 p.m. Donations welcomed. For more, contact Fran at [email protected]
Saturday, Nov. 10
Christmas Bazaar
Dunlop United Church’s Christmas Bazaar featuring jewelry, crafts, refreshments, bake sale, frozen turkey pies and preserves. All welcome, accessible, free admission. 757 Rosedale Ave., 9 a.m. to noon. For more, call Anna-Mae at 519-542-0204
Hike
The Lambton Outdoor Club is doing a local hike. For more, visit www.lambtonoutdoorclub.org
Show and Sale
The annual Show and Sale in support of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Sarnia-Lambton. Alexander Mackenzie Secondary, 1257 Michigan Ave., 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. Admission $5 for ages 12 and up. For more, contact 519-336-0460 or visit www.sarnia.bigbrothersbigsisters.ca
Candlelight Tribute
The Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 62, holds its 8th annual Candlelight Tribute for Remembrance Day. Candles can be purchased from the Legion for a minimum donation of $5. Bring candles to City Hall on Front Street., between 7 p.m. At 7:30 p.m., proceed to the Cenotaph where you can place your candle. For more, call 519-336-2841
Winter Bazaar
St. Joseph’s CWL Annual Winter Bazaar featuring homemade meat pies, cabbage rolls, spring rolls, baked goods, crafts, raffle table, tea room and more. 293 Stuart St., 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. For more, call Charlene Hummell at 519-542-4244
Fall Polish Bazaar
Featuring potato and cheese pierogi, cabbage rolls, polish sauerkraut, turkey pies, baked goods and a craft table. Hot brunch available. Polish Hall, 173 Exmouth St., 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. For more, call Donna at 519-542-4050
Bazaar
Featuring turkey and roast beef pot pies, butter tarts, baking, crafts, jewelry, books, ‘almost new’ table, and a coffee corner. Bring bags. St. Luke’s United Church, 350 Indian Rd. S., 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. For more, call 519-344-1781
Winter Bazaar
Hosted by St.J oseph's CWL and featuring homemade meat pies, cabbage rolls, spring rolls, pickled asparagus, chili sauce, baked goods, crafts, raffle table and tea room. 9 a.m. to 12 noon. St. Joe's Church, 293 Stuart St. For more, call Charlene at 519-542-424
Sunday, Nov. 11
Roast Beef Dinner
Roast Beef Dinner at St. Bartholomew’s Church, 718 Cathcart Blvd., 5 p.m. Tickets $18, free for children under 12, available at door or by calling 519-383-6933
Monday, Nov. 12
Pro-Am Squash
The Simon Warder Memorial Pro-Am Squash Tournament gets underway, starting with pro qualifying round at Huron Oak. Amateur event begins Friday, and the finals take place Nov. 18. Some matches at Sarnia Riding Club. Proceeds to St. Joseph’s Hospice and Bluewater Health.
For more, visit www.thesimonwarder.ca
Tuesday, Nov. 13
Genealogy
Researchers Randy Evans and Tom Slater will speak at a meeting of the Lambton County Branch of Ontario Genealogical Society, at the LDS Church, 1400 Murphy Rd., 7:30 p.m. Free & open to public. Call 519-383-0468 or email [email protected]
The Lambton Outdoor Club is doing a slower-paced hike around Canatara Park. For more, visit www.lambtonoutdoorclub.org
Ostomy Support
The Sarnia-Lambton Ostomy Support Group will meet Shoppers Home Health Care, 516 Exmouth St., 6:30 p.m. featuring a guest speaker from Convatec. All welcome. For more, call 519-344-9797
Wednesday, Nov. 14
Business Workshops
Fraser Perry explains how to write a business plan at the Sarnia-Lambton Economic Partnership Business Enterprise Centre’s workshop. 1086 Modeland Rd., 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Free, but pre-registration required at Eventbrite.ca. For more, contact [email protected] or 519-332-1820 ext 223
Green Drinks
An informal gathering featuring St. Clair Region Conservation Authority’s director of biology Erin Carroll leading a discussion on improving the health of our watersheds. Free. 100 Christina St. N., open 6:30 p.m., discussion at 7 p.m. For more, contact [email protected]
Happiness 101
Rapids Family Health Team offering a 4-week program run by registered social workers designed to help improve overall happiness. 1150 Pontiac Dr., 1:30 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Ham Dinner
Canon Davis Memorial hosting a ham and scalloped potato dinner. 380 Russell St., 5 p.m. Cost is $15. For tickets and takeout orders, call 519-344-9531
Business Seminar
Business Counsellor Fraser Parry will work through the steps needed to get a business venture off the ground and the information necessary to understand what’s required of new or expanding businesses. Business Enterprise Centre, 1086 Modeland Rd., 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Free. Must register at www.eventbrite.ca or contact [email protected] for information.
Thursday, Nov. 15
Holly Berry Bazaar
At Laurel Lea St. Matthews Church, featuring baked goods, used books and jewelry, cookie walk, knitted items, attic treasures. $2 at door includes coffee and goodie. 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., 837 Exmouth St., For more, call 519-337-7078
Friday, Nov. 16
Stress Management
Rapids Family Health Team offering a free stress management seminar. 1150 Pontiac Dr., 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Secret Santa Shoppe
Children can do their Christmas shopping at Pathway Health Centre, 1240 Murphy Rd. All gifts are pre-wrapped, nothing over $10. Nov. 16 from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m., Nov. 17 from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Nov. 18 from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., and with Sarnia Sting on Nov. 21 from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. For more, call 519-542-3471
Jazz Performance
The Molyneaux Jazz Trio will perform a set of contemporary jazz standards as well as original tunes at the Lawrence House, 127 Christina St. S., 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tickets $10, available at the Lawrence House, www.lawrencehouse.ca, or by calling 519-337-0507
Saturday, Nov. 17
Craft & Bake Sale
Craft and Bake Sale at Trinity Anglican Church, 1194 Murphy Rd., 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. To book a table, call Joan Lake at 519-542-3559
College Open House
Lambton College’s annual Fall Open House with campus tours, program info, a technology forum featuring presentations from local plant managers and industry representatives, opportunities to see new facilities. 1457 London Rd., 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lambton College will pay the $95 application fee for students who apply during the event. For more, visit www.lambtoncollege.ca/openhouse
Spin4Kids
GoodLife Fitness clubs host a one-day fitness fundraiser to help kids through physical activity opportunities. Teams up to eight participate in one hour of high energy group fitness classes like indoor cycling, Zumba, and BodyCombat. Register at spin4kids.com
Christmas Bazaar
Featuring frozen meat pies, attic treasures, deli and bake table, Grandma’s Cupboard, handmade items, and books for sale. Paterson Memorial Church, 120 Russell St. S., 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., coffee room open at 9 a.m. For more, call 519-344-6422
Bake Sale and Deli
Central United Church holding a Bake Sale and Deli featuring turkey pies, fruit pies, butter tarts, frozen entrees, cookies, preserves, and more. 220 George St., 8:3
Christmas Sale
Christmas Craft, Artisan and Vendor Sale featuring charcuterie boards, upcycled woolen mittens, stained glass, metal and wood crafts, preserves, handmade teddy bears, photography, sewing and knitting. DeGroot’s Nurseries, 1840 London Line, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free admission. Cafe and restaurant open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more, call 519-542-3435
Chamber Choir
Celebrate fall with choral music at the Bluewater Chamber Choir’s The Joys of Fall show. Grace United Church, 990 Cathcart Blvd., 2:30 p.m. Tickets $10, available at door. For more, call 226-932-6801
Celebration of Lights
Volunteers of all ages needed to help set up the Celebration of Lights during Community Set-up Day at the Suncor Agora in Centennial Park. Students can have volunteer hours documented. Lunch provided. For more, contact Paula at 519-344-8422, Cathie 519-490-5423, or email [email protected]
0 a.m. to 12 p.m. Free admission. For more, call 519-344-4561
Sunday, Nov. 18
Online Auction
The 35th annual Rotary Club of Sarnia Online and YourTV Auction with hundreds of items and potential gifts up for grabs. On YourTV Channel 700 from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. For more, call Michael at 519-346-3291
Chamber Choir
Celebrate fall with choral music at the Bluewater Chamber Choir’s The Joys of Fall show. Grace United Church, 990 Cathcart Blvd., 2:30 p.m. Tickets $10, available at door. For more, call 226-932-6801
Gifts Of The Season
Opening of annual show and sale at Gallery in the Grove featuring local and handmade art and gifts., 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., 2618 Hamilton Rd. Show run until Dec. 15. For more, visit www.galleryinthegrove.com or call 519-869-4643
Monday, Nov. 19
Gentle Yoga
Free introductory-level yoga program for adults, suitable for most abilities. Offered by Twin Bridges NPLC. Bring your own mat. 153 Christina St. S. (use Front St. entrance), 12:15 p.m. to 1 p.m. Mondays until Dec. 3. Register at www.tbnplc.com
Chair Yoga
Yoga program suitable for most abilities. Free class offered by Twin Bridges NPLC. 153 Christina St. S. (use Front St. entrance), 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. or 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Mondays until Dec. 3. Register at www.tbnplc.com
Teen Cuisine
Rapids Family Health Team offering a free cooking class for teens 13 plus. 460 Christina St. N. (back entrance), 4 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949