WHAT’S HAPPENING
What’s Happening events must be open to the public, of general public interest, 60 words or less, and received at least two weeks prior to the event. Please include ticket prices, if any, and where to obtain more information. Email notices to [email protected].
Thursday, July 24
Music in the Gardens
Musician Chris Molyneaux performs in the gardens as part of the free Strangway Community Centre music series, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m., 260 East St. North. Bring your own chairs and blankets. Moves inside in bad weather. For more, call 519-332-0656
Ladies Night Fitness
Benefitness Studio program for women in the big field at Canatara Park, running Monday to Thursday, 7 p.m., until Aug. 25. Combines sports, yoga, kettle bells, cross-fit and pilates. A friend is recommended; many drills are partner-based. Cost, $95 for entire program, $10 for drop-ins, which are welcome. For more, call 519-381-1432 or visit [email protected]
Friday, July 25
Tobacco-Free Movie Night
Sarnia’s Youth CHAT will offer a free screening of The Lego Movie at dusk in the grassy area behind the Clearwater Area. Free popcorn, interactive games, Lego activities and a Lego dance party with music on the showmobile from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. For more call 519-344-2062 ext. 2167 or visit www.lambtonhealth.on.ca.
Saturday, July 26
Stuff the Bus
Citywide food drive in which participants fill a grocery bag with non-perishable food and help “stuff the bus” at 10 grocery store in Sarnia, Corunna and Bright’s Grove. Food can also be taken to the Salvation Army, 970 Confederation St., or St. Vincent de Paul, 228 Davis St.
Tuesday, July 29
Learn English Classes
The YMCA offers English as a Second Language program to newcomers Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the YMCA Learning and Career Centre, 660 Oakdale Ave. For more, call 519-336-5950, ext. 234
Wednesday July 30th
Grove Music Series
Located at the Kenwick on the Lake Pavilion, 2759 Old Lakeshore Road, Bright’s Grove, 7:30 pm, a free music concert is available to the public. Featuring Gary Boyle & South Winds tonight. Bring your own lawn chair! For more information, contact 519 332 0330 Ext. 3202.
Thursday, July 31
Music in the Gardens
The Celtic Trio performs in the gardens as part of the free Strangway Community Centre music series, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m., 260 East St. North. Bring your own chairs and blankets. Moves inside in bad weather. For more, call 519-332-0656
Friday, Aug. 1
Live Music
Mike Blackmore, Chris Molyneaux and Dan Martin perform at Cheeky Monkey, 130 Christina St. North as part of the August First Friday cultural walkabout, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Also opening is an exhibit by emerging visual artists commemorating Sarnia's 100 years as a city. For more, visit www.cheekymonkeysarnia.ca
Saturday, Aug. 2
Model Airplane Rally
The Sarnia-based Bluewater R/C Flyers invite the public to their 37th annual scale model airplane rally at 2590 Petrolia Line. Many different models, demonstrations. Entry, $5 per car. From 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more, call Al at 519-862-2184
Wednesday, Aug. 6
Children’s Art Class
In co-operation with the Sarnia Artist Workshop, art classes offered at the Canatara Park Animal Farm picnic shelter. 9:30 a.m. to 12 noon for children aged 5 to 8, or, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. for children age 8 to 11. $10 per child. For more, call 519 332 0330 ext. 3202 or 3218.
Thursday, Aug. 7
Ladies Night Fitness
Benefitness Studio program for women in the big field at Canatara Park, running Monday to Thursday, 7 p.m., until Aug. 25. Combines sports, yoga, kettle bells, cross-fit and pilates. A friend is recommended; many drills are partner-based. Drop-ins welcome, $10 per session. For more, call 519-381-1432 or visit [email protected]
Music in the Gardens
A double bill of the Electric Grandparents and Mike Blackmore perform in the gardens as part of the free Strangway Community Centre music series, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., 260 East St. North. Bring your own chairs and blankets. Moves inside in bad weather. For more, call 519-332-0656
Friday, Aug. 8
Aussie Band Live
Australian recording artists Murder Mouse Blues Band will play at Paddy Flaherty’s, 130 Seaway Rd. For more, call 519-336-1999
Saturday, Aug. 9
Charity Barbecue
Charity barbecue, garage sale and bake sale at 1649 Murphy Rd, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Money raised will support Pandas/Pans Ontario, a new organization locally helping children who develop a neuropsychiatric disorder associated with the streptococcus bacteria. For more, or to donate items, call 519.381.7120 or email [email protected]