What’s happening events must be open to the public or virtual, 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]. With pandemic cancellations common, we recommend you verify before attending any community event.
THURSDAY, FEB. 10
Pasta Fest
Pasta Fest at the Dante Club in support of the Brain Injury Association of Sarnia-Lambton. Includes focaccia bread, house salad, penne pasta and meatballs. $15 per order. 1330 London Rd., 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. To order, contact 226-402-2121 or [email protected]
Health Coalition
The Sarnia-Lambton Health Coalition seekingo new members interested in advocating for public healthcare and against private for-profit health services. Free membership. To join, visit the Sarnia-Lambton Health Coalition Facebook page and message Shirley Roebuck
Baby & Me
Dietitian Lynne Brown answers questions about feeding your baby at a virtual “Baby & Me” drop-in class. Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. To receive Zoom link, email [email protected]
SATURDAY, FEB. 12
Teardown Day
Volunteers and large trucks with trailers needed to dismantle, load, and transport Celebration of Lights displays from Centennial Park to storage bins at Sandrin Services. Starting 9 a.m. at Centennial Park. Refreshments provided. For more, contact [email protected]
MONDAY, FEB. 14
Valentine’s Dinner
Point Edward Service Club holding a Valentine’s Day Pasta Dinner. Choice of tomato or alfredo sauce over chicken with shrimp skewer and all the trimmings. 503 Michigan Ave., 6 p.m. Advance tickets only. $25/person. For tickets, call 519-337-9822 after 1 p.m.
Chair Exercise
West Lambton Community Health Centre offering a virtual chair exercise program. Mondays, 1:30 p.m. To register, contact 519-344-3017 ext. 237 or [email protected]
Slow Flow Yoga
Twin Bridges offering a yoga program to build balance and strength. Bring a mat. Mondays until Feb. 28. No class on Feb. 21. Held on Zoom. 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. To register, visit www.tbnplc.com
TUESDAY, FEB. 15
Mindful Eating
Learn the benefits of mindful eating, how to tune into your body’s natural cues, and skills to manage cravings at West Lambton Community Health Centre’s virtual Mindful Eating program. Tuesdays until March 1, 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. To register, contact [email protected]
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 16
Charity Takeover
Refined Fool is holding a charity takeover event with 15% of sales going to Sarnia Sexual Assault Survivors’ Centre. Includes a 50/50 draw. 1326 London Rd., 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. For more, call 519-704-1665
Youth Relationships
The Women’s Interval Home marks Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month with a 10-week program to educate youth on domestic violence and prevent abuse. 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. via Zoom. Wednesdays until April 13. For more or to register, email [email protected]
Low Impact Exercise
West Lambton Community Health Centre offering virtual exercise classes. Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. 9 a.m. To register, contact 519-344-3017 ext. 237 or [email protected]
SATURDAY, FEB. 19
Fishing Derby
Opening of a three-day virtual ice fishing derby. Participants are encourage to submit a photo of a fish caught to the Bluewater Anglers Facebook account, with their name, for a random draw of three prizes. No entry fee. No fishing licence required that weekend.
TUESDAY, FEB. 22
Master Your Health
West Lambton Community Health Centre offers techniques to deal with everyday challenges of living with chronic pain. Includes light exercises for strength and flexibility. Tuesdays until March 29. 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Zoom. To register, visit myhcp_feb22.eventbrite.ca
Body & Mind Inspired
Monthly topics focused on nutrition, healthy lifestyle, and targeting your best weight. Facilitated by a registered dietitian. Virtual. Fourth Tuesday of every month. 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. To register, contact [email protected]
SUNDAY, FEB. 27
Music Concert
Bluewater Chamber Players are performing at Sarnia Library, 124 Christina St. S., 2:30 p.m. Tickets $25 for adults, $20 for seniors and students, free for ages 14 and under. Proceeds donated to Noelle’s Gift. COVID protocols in place. For tickets, contact [email protected] or 519-331-4196 or visit the group’s Facebook page
THURSDAY, MARCH 3
Compassion Fatigue
Lawrence Murphy, founder of Worldwide Therapy Online, to speak on managing compassion fatigue and stress in online service delivery. 8:30 a.m. Free and virtual. Hosted by Sexual Assault Survivors’ Centre and St. Clair Child & Youth Services. Register on Eventbrite. Link available at sexualassaultsarnia.ca.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16
Youth Media Literacy
Sexual Assault Survivors’ Centre holding a group session for ages 13-17 to discuss unhealthy and healthy messages in music. 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Zoom. For questions and registration, contact Trish at 519-337-3154 ext. 203 or [email protected].