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Wednesday, Nov. 5
Detroit Chamber Soloists
Artistic director Pauline Martin collaborates with a line-up of international artists for the second show in the Sarnia Concert Association’s 79th season at the Imperial Theatre. 7:30 p.m. Tickets by subscription, or $40 adults, $25 students. For more, call 519-344-7469
Diabetes Awareness Day
Fairwinds Lodge hosting a free Diabetes Awareness Day for individuals living with or at risk of diabetes. Various health care providers available to answer questions and provide services. Find out if you are at risk and what resources are available. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., 1218 Michigan Ave. For more, call 519-332-0373
Euchre Tournament
The Sarnia Branch of the Royal Canadian Naval Association hosting a euchre tournament, open to the public and all welcome. 1420 Lougar Ave, 1 p.m. For more, call 519-344-0331
Financial Literacy
Financial literacy workshop providing the tools and knowledge to better understand and manage personal finances. Goodwill Career Centre, 1249 London Rd. 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. To register, call 519-332-4333
Thursday, Nov. 6
Rayjon Pastafest
Fifth annual Rayjon Pastafest features an Italian dinner, gift baskets, silent auction, developing world art and info about Rayjon projects. Dante Club, 1330 London Rd, 5 p.m. to 7pm., eat in or take out. Adults $12, students $10, children 11 & under $8, family of four $35. For tickets, contact Joan, 519 542 3893, or [email protected]
Diabetes Testing Day
Hosted by Hogan Pharmacy and Canadian Diabetes Association. Have your blood sugar levels and blood pressure checked and talk to experts about results and medications. A report is sent to your family doctor, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Strangway Centre, 260 East St. N. For more, call 519-332-0373
Weight Management
The support group Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) will be holding a grand weigh-in at the Community of Christ Church. 1104 Leckie Dr., 6 p.m. to 6: 45 p.m., followed by a meeting. For more, contact Gerry at 519-336-3513
Friday, Nov. 7
Fusion
Celebrity chef David Adjey will entertain audiences on stage at the two-day Fusion event, which will see over 50 vendors, Ontario wineries, breweries, and food producers share their products, 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. both nights. Tickets $10. For more, call 519-882-0933 ext. 53
Live Music
Blues-based funk band Deja Voodoo playing live at the Cheeky Monkey during the November First Friday cultural walkabout, 130 Christina St., 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. For more, call 519-332-0978
Live music
Country music artist Tanya Marie Harris returns for a First Friday show at Liquid Johnnys, 117 N. Christina St. For more, call 519-244-1196
Comedy Night
Bill Bushart headlines a comedy night at Stokes Bay, 485 Harbour Rd., starting at 9 p.m. Tables are $50 for four people. For more, call 519-337-8466
Saturday, Nov. 8
Celebrities on Canvas
Community Concerns for the Medically Fragile presents the
8th annual celebrity art auction, with works by Natalie MacMaster, Leonard Cohen and more. Lambton College Event Centre, doors open 5:30 p.m., buffet dinner at 6 p.m., cash bar. Tickets, $65, or a table of eight for $475 (including a $125 tax receipt). For more, call 519-344-2719
Church Bazaar
The All Saints Anglican Church will host its 2014 Christmas Bazaar from 9 a.m. to noon, corner of Charlotte and Vidal streets, with baking, deli, knitting, sewing, attic treasures, "bits & pieces", books and more. Admission is free, tearoom $2. For more info, call 519-344-5167.
Christmas Bazaar
Dunlop United Church bazaar featuring jewelry, crafts, knitting, homemade cake and refreshments, bake sale, preserves, frozen meals and soups. 757 Rosedale Av., 9 a.m. to 12 noon. Free admission. For more, call 519-337-3061
Silver Bells Bazaar
Strangway Centre’s silver bells bazaar featuring woodworking, books, treasure table, baked goods, vendors, plants, jewelry, etc. Café will be open. 260 East St. N., 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Free admission. For more, call 519-332-0656
Charity Silent Auction
Bidding closes at 1 p.m. this day on a two-week charity auction at Collector’s Haven, 464 Christina St. N. Bidding in $2 increments on pottery, coins, books, comics, silver chains, etc. All proceeds go to St. Joseph’s Hospice. For more, call 519-491-2326
Literary Reading
Poet John B. Lee, Vanessa Shields and local writers Diana Koch and Grace Vermeer participate in the Bluewater Reading Series, a free public event at John’s Restaurant “Famous Room,” 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. For more, contact Venera at 519-869-2725 or [email protected]
Breakfast Gathering
Guest speaker Paul Falconer addressing a breakfast session of the Full Gospel Business Men's Fellowship International, Sarnia chapter, 9 a.m. at the Bridge Tavern, 106 Michigan Ave. All welcome. For more, call Lew at 519-491-7542 or e-mail Garth at [email protected]
Running event
The Sarnia Roadrunners present one, three and five kilometre runs in Canatara Park, starting at 9 a.m. Events start at the cannon; cost is $3. All runners and walkers welcome. For more, contact [email protected]
Library Remembrance Day
Remembrance Day for children, includes a story and other activities, from 2:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Sarnia Children’s Library. For more, call 519-337-3291
Fall Fundraiser
Live music with Jaime Lee and Craig Moore, DJ Dave Burrows and magician Chris Westfall at Norm’s Pub N’ Grill, in support of Pandas/Pans Ontario. 1450 London Rd., admission $10, doors open 8 p.m. For more, or tickets, call 519-333-8554
Sunday, Nov. 9
Cenotaph Parade
The Pt. Edward Servicemen's Association holding a Remembrance Day parade. All invited. Form up at 10:30 a.m. at the Service Club, 503 Michigan Ave, and leave for the cenotaph at 10:45 a.m. Refreshments back at Club immediately following the service. For more, call 519-337-9822
Monday, Nov. 10
WW2 Anniversary
The Sarnia Library will present two short films documenting what happened in the Autumn of 1944 during: Cinderella on the Left and Crisis on the Hill. Event starts 7 p.m. Admission free. For more call 519-337-3291 ext. 5907
Tuesday, Nov. 11
Genealogy
John Collins will discuss First World War Remembrance at a meeting of the Ontario Genealogical Society, Lambton branch, 7:30 p.m., LDS Church, 1400 Murphy Rd. For more, contact Janet at 519-383-0468
Linden MacIntyre
The Canadian journalist and award-winning novelist at the Sarnia Library Auditorium for a reading and book signing in support of Organization for Literacy in Lambton. Tickets, $25, available at The Book Keeper or OLL. For more, call 519-332-4876
Wednesday, Nov. 12
City Planning
Jane Cooper, Sarnia’s director of planning and building will discuss ‘Are We Planning to Make Sarnia a Great City?’ at the next ‘Green Drinks’ environmental discussion, 7 p.m., Limbo Lounge’s back room, 196 Christina St. N. No charge. For more, contact [email protected]
Balance & Bone Health
Rapids Family Health Team in Corunna offering program to boost balance and bone health, 233 Cameron St. No charge, but pre-registration required. Every Wednesday for four weeks, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. For more, call 519-813-9800
Friday, Nov. 14
An Event Apart
Three-day exhibition and sale of unique art kicks off Friday with an evening gala featuring live music, hors d’oeuvres and cash bar, Degroot’s Nurseries, 1840 London Line, 7 p.m. Tickets $50, available at Scotiabank and The Lawrence House, good all weekend. Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., tickets $8. Proceeds to suicide prevention. For more, visit aneventapart.ca or call Lynn at 519-899-2898
Trivia Night
The After-Hours Rotary Club hosts the 3rd annual Rotary Trivia Night at Jack Doyle's Irish Grille & Sports Bar, 8 p.m. $200 for a table of eight. Event includes trivia, food, entertainment and door prizes. To register, email [email protected] or call 519-381-3469
Live Music Café
A night of free live music featuring the Sisters Of Soul, with local bands and guest soloists. Coffee, tea, and munchies provided. Donations accepted. At the Foursquare Gospel Church, 207 Talfourd St., 7:30 p.m. For more, call Fran at 519-332-4320
Art At The Lake
Three-day show and sale featuring the work of 60 artists including painters, jewelry artisans, glass blowers, woodworkers, photographers, etc., with live music and demonstrations. Lambton College Event Centre, Friday, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free, hospice donations appreciated. For more, email [email protected] or visit www.sarniaartistsworkshop.com
Saturday, Nov. 15
Christmas Bazaar
Third annual Christmas Bazaar at King George VI School featuring jewelry, handmade items and multiple vendors such as Tupperware, Avon, Regal, Stampin’ Up, Party Lite, etc. Free admission, 585 O'Dell Ave, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more, call Martina at 519-344-8741
Church Bazaar
St. Luke’s United bazaar featuring turkey pot pies, apple and pumpkin pies, bake table, crafts, books and a lunch of chili, hot dogs, soup, muffins, etc. 350 Indian Rd. South, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more, call 519-344-1781
Bake And Deli Sale
At Central United Church featuring turkey pies, cookies, soups, preserves, pies and more. Refreshments available. Corner of George and Brock streets, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. For more, call 519-344-4561
Craft & Bake Sale
At Trinity Anglican Church, featuring antiques, crafts, baked goods, meat pies, books, etc. 1194 Murphy Rd., from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Vendor tables $20. For more, call 519-542-3559