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, July 4
Meditation
A program designed for individuals who have an established meditation practice and are interested in a group setting for guided meditation. Twin Bridges NPLC, 153 Christina St. S., 12 p.m. to 12:45 p.m. Use Front St. entrance. Thursdays until July 25th. Register at www.tbnplc.com
Entertainment Series
Summer Entertainment Series featuring Life Signs at the Germain Park Garden, 7 p.m. Free admission. For more, call 519-332-0330 or visit www.sarnia.ca
Cycling
The Lambton Outdoor Club is riding to the Ipperwash Beach Club. For more, visit www.lambtonoutdoorclub.org
Friday, July 5
Charity Golf Classic
The 19th annual Christine LaBrasceur Memorial Golf Classic in support of the Kidney Foundation, at Huron Oaks Golf Course, 2587 Lakeshore Rd., registration and lunch at 12 p.m., start 1 p.m. $125 per person, includes green fee, cart, lunch and dinner. For more, contact Elaine at 519-344-3462 or [email protected] or visit www.kidney.ca/ontariogolf
Poetry
The “Tamaracks Poetry Celebration” featuring local and area poets offered at the Lawrence House, 127 Christina St S., 7 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. Free admission. For more, call 519-337-0507
Art Exhibition
Opening of Lawrence House members’ exhibition “Hot Stuff/Cool Waters” including paintings, jewelry, pottery, fiber art and mixed media. 127 Christina St. S., 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Free admission. For more, call 519-337-0507
Live Music
The BobCatz perform at Cheeky Monkey for First Friday. 130 Christina St. N., 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Also, “The Easel has Landed” art show & sale by Bill Walters. For more, visit www.cheekymonkeysarnia.ca
Stress Management
Rapids Family Health Team offering free Stress Management Workshop. 1150 Pontiac Dr., 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Art Exhibit
“Mexican Dreams” is a special art exhibit by Marlem Ramires Ruiz opening in Historical Room at the Lawrence House, 127 Christina St. S., 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Show runs through July. For more, call 519-337-0507 or visit www.lawrencehouse.ca
Saturday, July 6
Family Carnival
A free family carnival featurings inflatables, games, dunk tank, obstacle course, face painting, and Family History Centre. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day saints, 1400 Murphy Rd., 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. For more, contact Barb Murphy at [email protected]
Family Fishing
Bluewater Anglers free Family Fun Fishing Day for children under 12 accompanied by an adult. 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Sign-in at Centennial Park near “Fishy Fountain.” Boundaries from Ferry Dock Hill to Government docks. Weigh-in at Hatchery between 11 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Rain or shine. For more, visit www.bluewateranglers.com
Hike
The Lambton Outdoor Club hiking in the Pinery. For more, visit www.lambtonoutdoorclub.org
Stuff The Bus
A city-wide food drive in support of the St. Vincent de Paul and Salvation Army, with stops at 10 stores and supermarkets throughout the day, to stuff two buses with non-perishable food. Barbecue held 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Metro Northgate and Food Basics. For more, call 519-344-1142
Monday, July 8
Entertainment Series
Summer Entertainment Series featuring ‘An Evening of Fiddle’ with Christine Storey and Debbie Wellington at the Suncor Agora in Centennial Park, 7 p.m. Free admission. For more, call 519-332-0330 or visit www.sarnia.ca
Tuesday, July 9
Entertainment Series
Summer Entertainment Series featuring The Siteks at the Suncor Agora in Centennial Park, 7 p.m. Free admission. For more, call 519-332-0330 or visit www.sarnia.ca
Wednesday, July 10
Teen Cuisine
Rapids Family Health Team offering a fun, interactive & free cooking program for ages 13+. 460 Christina St., N at 11 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Entertainment Series
Summer Entertainment Series featuring Dynamic Duel at the Bandshell in Canatara Park, 7 p.m. Free admission. For more, call 519-332-0330 or visit www.sarnia.ca
Entertainment Series
Summer Entertainment Series featuring Trio #1 at Kenwick Park, 7 p.m. Free admission. For more, call 519-332-0330 or visit www.sarnia.ca
Cycling
The Lambton Outdoor Club “Slow Spokes” riding the Howard Watson Trail. For more, visit www.lambtonoutdoorclub.org
Thursday, July 11
Entertainment Series
Summer Entertainment Series featuring Missy Burgess at the Germain Park Garden, 7 p.m. Free admission. For more, call 519-332-0330 or visit www.sarnia.ca
Hike
The Lambton Outdoor Club hiking Blackwell Trails. For more, visit www.lambtonoutdoorclub.org
Saturday, July 13
Family Fun Day
Noelle’s Gift hosts a Free Family Fun Day that includes splash pad, swimming pool, BBQ, snacks and more. Tecumseh Park, 334 Russell St. S., 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Swim times are 12 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. and 2:15 p.m. to 4 p.m. For more, call Sue at 519-331-5681
Ballroom Dance
Sarnia Ballroom Dancing Club holding a dance at the Sarnia Legion, 286 Front St. N., 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. All welcome. For more, visit www.sarniaballroomdancingclub.ca
Barbecue
GraceWay Baptist Church is hosting a community barbecue with face painting, cotton candy, reptile show and more. Sarnia Christian School, 1273 Exmouth St. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more, call 548-997-0027
Card Making
Two card-making classes offered at the Point Edward Library, 220 Michigan Ave., 10:30 a.m. or 1 p.m. Cost is $10, covers supplies to make 2 cards. To book a spot, call 519-336-3291
Monday, July 15
Entertainment Series
Summer Entertainment Series featuring Bluewater Chordsmen at the Suncor Agora in Centennial Park, 7 p.m. Free admission. For more, call 519-332-0330 or visit www.sarnia.ca
Tuesday, July 16
Living Your Values
A session facilitated by a Registered Psychotherapist to discuss the importance of self-reflection and offer strategies that support living with intention. Twin Bridges NPLC, 153 Christina St. S., 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Register at www.tbnplc.com
Entertainment Series
Summer Entertainment Series featuring Rob Dickson and Friends at the Suncor Agora in Centennial Park, 7 p.m. Free admission. For more, call 519-332-0330 or visit www.sarnia.ca
Hike
The Lambton Outdoor Club walking through Sarnia on a Heritage Tour. For more, visit www.lambtonoutdoorclub.org
Wednesday, July 17
Entertainment Series
Summer Entertainment Series featuring Sisters of Soul at the Bandshell in Canatara Park, 7 p.m. Free admission. For more, call 519-332-0330 or visit www.sarnia.ca
Entertainment Series
Summer Entertainment Series featuring Blast from the Past at Kenwick Park, 7 p.m. Free admission. For more, call 519-332-0330 or visit www.sarnia.ca
Cycling
The Lambton Outdoor Club “Slow Spokes” riding from Sombra to Wilkesport. For more, visit www.lambtonoutdoorclub.org
Thursday, July 18
Hospice Speaker
St. Joseph’s Hospice presents Michelle O’Rourke speaking about “Caring for the Caregiver” at Central United Church, 220 George St., 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Free. For more or to register, contact [email protected]
Entertainment Series
Summer Entertainment Series featuring DJ2 at the Germain Park Garden, 7 p.m. Free admission. For more, call 519-332-0330 or visit www.sarnia.ca
Friday, July 19
Bridge Bash
The two-day Point Edward Bridge Bash under the Blue Water Bridge. Friday, opens 7 p.m. features Battles of the Bands winner, and ZZ Top and CCR tribute bands. Saturday, family-friendly entertainment starts 11 a.m. At 7 p.m. Journey, Foreigner, Santana and Fleetwood Mac tribute bands. Both night, 19-plus, $10 entry, beer tent, byob lawnchair. Proceeds support youth and splash pad.
Blues Concert
Albert Castiglia and his band play the Sarnia Legion with Sarnia’s 4 Barrel Blues Band opening. 286 Front St. N., doors open 7 p.m., music 8 p.m. Tickets, $25 advance, $30 at door, available at Cheeky Monkey, Philly Cheese Jakes, Prohibitions Barber, Picker’s Alley and the CBD Clinic. For more, call 519-332-0978
Monday, July 22
Entertainment Series
Summer Entertainment Series featuring The Wade Sisters at the Suncor Agora in Centennial Park, 7 p.m. Free admission. For more, call 519-332-0330 or visit www.sarnia.ca
Tuesday, July 23
Fun with Foods
Twin Bridges NPLC presents “Fun with Foods: An Adolescent Chef in Training” for ages 8-14, to explore a rainbow of fruits and vegetables and learn basic kitchen skills with Registered Dietitian. 153 Christina St. S., 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Use Front St. entrance. Register at www.tbnplc.com
Entertainment Series
Summer Entertainment Series featuring Cordcalling at the Suncor Agora in Centennial Park, 7 p.m. Free admission. For more, call 519-332-0330 or visit www.sarnia.ca
