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, April 20
Book Roundup
Organization for Literacy collecting gently used books for adults and children. No encyclopedias, textbooks, atlases or religious books. Donations can be brought to Lochiel Kiwanis Community Centre, 180 College Ave. N. For more, call 519-332-4876
Trivia Night
Catch the Ace lottery raffle returns to The Royal Canadian Legion, 286 Front St. N. Thursday night trivia starts at 5:30 p.m. for $2, and the Ace raffle draw at 7:30 p.m. Tickets $2 are sold starting at 5 p.m. Must be present to win. For more, call 519-336-2841
Friday, April 21
Car Seat Clinic
Lambton Public Health and community partners holding a free child car seat clinic. Seats must be installed prior to attending. Parents must bring car seat manual, vehicle manual and child to the clinic. Lambton Public Health, 160 Exmouth St., 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Must register by calling 519-344-2062, ext. 2111
Spring Quarter Auction
Central United Church’s Spring Fling Quarter Auction includes vendors Pampered Chef, OBI Perogies, Origami Owl, Epicure, PartyLite, etc. 220 George St., doors open 6 p.m., auction 7 p.m. Admission $5. For tickets call 519-344-4561
Live Music
The energetic Marwills take the stage at Paddy Flaherty’s. 9:30 p.m., 130 Seaway Rd. No cover. For more, call 519-336-1999
Sisters of Soul
Sue Webber, Fran Schweitzer, Cathy Landeryou, Cheryl MacFarlane and George Webber play gospel, Motown and blues. Lawrence House Centre for the Arts, 127 Christina St. S., 9 p.m. Tickets $10. For more, call 519-337-0507
Saturday, April 22
Film Festival
The Sarnia Justice Film Festival presents Bugs, a film about insects and their potential as a new superfood to feed the world. Sarnia Library Theatre, 7 p.m., followed by post-film discussion. Admission free, donations accepted. For more, visit www.Facebook.com/SarniaJusticeFilmFestival
Paint Nite
At Paint Nite, an artist gives step-by-step instructions to create a painting. 19+ event, cash bar and menu available. Station Music Hall, 505 Campbell St. Mingle 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., event 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tickets $45, portion of sales going to Boys & Girls Club. Register at www.paintnite.com/events/_1166242
Aquarium Society Auction
The Spring Auction of the Sarnia Aquarium Society will be held at Sarnia Christian School, 1273 Exmouth St. Doors open at 9:30 a.m., auction at 11 a.m. Enter via gym entrance off Exmouth. Auction includes thousands of fish, aquariums, live plants, tank supplies, literature, and more. For more, call Jack at 519-542-8282 or Wayne at 519-674-3192
Spring Flea Market
Includes crafts, garage sale items, clothes, woodworking, local vendors, jewelry and more. Strangway Centre, 260 East St. N., 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free admission. For more, call 519-332-0656
Soup and Dance
St. Thomas Catholic Parish hosting an evening of Latin dance lessons and tasty soup. At St. Thomas Aquinas Parish, 895 Champlain Rd., 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. Also on June 17, Sept. 23 and Nov. 25. Cash bar. $20 per person. Proceeds to St. Thomas Aquinas Refugee Program and St. Joseph Shelter in Bukavu. For more, call 519-312-2025
Record Store Day
Celebrate music and the people who create it and sell it at 10th annual International Record Store Day. Cheeky Monkey, 130 Christina St. N., 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Includes draws, giveaways and live music by Blackmore & Blackmore. For more, call 519-332-0978
Love Legacy
Love Legacy fundraiser to raise funds for L’Ecole D’Union, a school in the impoverished town of Calvaire, Haiti. Dante Club, 1330 London Rd., 8 p.m. Includes entertainment, dancing, games, prizes, silent auction, food and drinks. Cost $10 advance, $15 at door. For tickets, call/text 519-328-4859 or 519-339-9985, or buy at Sharky’s, Dante Club or DeShane Chiropractic.
Electronic Recycling
École secondaire Franco-Jeunesse collecting used electronics (computers, telephones, TVs, etc.) at 1103 Michigan Ave., 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Also on April 23. If you can’t drop off, arrange for pick up by calling 519-542-5970 or 519-857-4932 or email [email protected]
Basement Sale
At St. Luke’s United Church, including household items, books, linens, odds and ends. No clothing. Hot dogs and coffee available., 350 Indian Rd. S., 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. For more, call 519-344-1781
Daffodil Dip
Join the fight against cancer with a first dip in the lake. 980 Riding Club Lane, registration at 10 a.m., dip at 11 a.m., food and entertainment until 2 p.m. Participants encouraged to raise $100. No age limit. Registration fee pre-event $40, $60 on event day, $120 for family of 4 pre-event, $200 event day. For more, call 519-332-0042
Live Music
Alternative country band Sunparlour Players take the stage at Paddy Flaherty’s, with songwriter Andrew Penner on vocals, guitar, banjo, percussion and more, and Michael Rosenthal on drums, glockenspiel, banjo, keyboards and bass. 130 Seaway Rd., 10 p.m. No Cover. For more, call 519-336-1999
Smart Serve Training
Offered by Lambton Public Health. Must be 18 or turning 18 in 2017. ID required., 160 Exmouth St., 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Also on Wednesday, April 26, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Cost $25. Must pre-register by calling 519-383-8331 ext. 3526 or ext. 3537, or 1-800-667-1839 or visit www.lambtonhealth.on.ca
Fishing Derby
Bluewater Anglers’ Club spring derby for both shore and boat anglers. Cost $10 for non-members. Tickets available at the Outdoorsmen and Bucks Bait until 5:30, April 21. For rules and prizes, visit www.bluewateranglers.com
‘50s & ‘60s Dance
“Back to the Hop Dance” featuring Wolfeman DJ at the Moose Lodge, 874 Philip St., starting at 8 p.m. Twist and jive contest for prizes. Admission $8 at door. For more, call 519-433-2579
Sunday, April 23
Breakfast and Meat Raffle
Pancakes, sausage, bacon, ham, eggs, and more. St. Joseph’s Parish on Lyndoch Street, Corunna, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost $8 adults, $4 children 6 to 12, free under 6. Take out orders available after 8:30 a.m. For more, call 519-862-1213, ext. 28
Family Sunday
Help local wildlife and add artistic flare to your family’s trees by making an abstract Cheerio bird feeder at Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery’s Family Sunday. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 147 Lochiel St., 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Free, suggested donation of $5 per family. For more, call 519-336-8127
Jazz Classics
Riverview Jazz Trio returns to the Lawrence House to perform acoustic instrumental jazz including swing, bebop, blues and soul. 127 Christina St. S., 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Tickets $10. For more, call 519-337-0507
Youth Challenge
Sarnia Gives hosts the Change The World: Ontario Youth Volunteer Challenge. The challenge runs till June 3 and is is an opportunity for students age 14 to 18 years to gain volunteer hours at events in Sarnia-Lambton. For more visit www.ctwsarnia.com or email [email protected]
Roller Skating
Public rolling skating for ages 18+ at Clearwater Arena, 1400 Wellington St., 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Admission $7 per person. Rentals available for $3. Also on April 30. For more, call Brad at 519-384-0612, email [email protected] or visit “Roller skating in Sarnia” Facebook page.
Monday, April 24
Music Festival
The 88th Lambton County Music Festival runs April 24 to May 4 featuring solos, ensembles, choirs and bands. Performances held at a variety of venues from Sarnia Library to schools and churches. Admission free, donations accepted. Event listings in a program available for $3 at van Goozen Music, 115 South Mitton St.
Tuesday, April 25
Handweavers Guild
Learn about the ancient art of loom weaving and yarn spinning with the Sarnia Handweavers and Spinners Guild. St. Luke’s United Church, 350 Indian Rd. S., 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. All welcome, bring your own lunch. For more, call Dorothy after 6 p.m. at 519-336-3737 or email [email protected]
Wednesday, April 26
Income Tax Clinic
Free Community Volunteer Income Tax Clinic for persons with low income is being held at the Corunna Library, 417 Lyndoch St., 2:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. For more, visit www.cra-arc.gc.ca/tx/ndvdls/vlntr/clncs/menu-eng.html
Computer Group
Paul West from Bluewater Regional Networks will talk about the Sarnia Lambton Global Smart 21 Award and initiatives happening across the region at meeting of the Sarnia Computer Users Group. Grace United Church, 7 p.m. For more, call 519-542-1949 or visit www.scug.ca
Thursday, April 27
Mental Health Luncheon
Guest speakers from Rebound and Goodwill Industries will share insights at a mental health luncheon organized by Safe Communities Sarnia-Lambton. 12 noon to 1:30 p.m. At Royal Canadian Legion, 286 Front St. N. Silent auction. Tickets, $20, including lunch, available at Goodwill, Rebound and www.Eventbrite.ca For more, call Dante at 519-312-3865
Artist Talk
Mary Abma speaks about the Ash Tree Memorial Project and how she translated her passion for the dead trees into a community collaborative performance art piece. Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery, 147 Lochiel St., 7 p.m. Free, give what you can. To register, call 519-336-8127, ext. 3226 or visit website.
Friday, April 28
Beginning Experience
Beginning Experience organization holding a weekend retreat for people coping with grief from loss of relationship due to separation, divorce, or widowhood. April 28-30. For more, call 519-331-8859 or visit www.sarniabeginningexperience.org
Gallery PD Day
Spend the PD Day making unique crafts to share with friends and family at Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery, 147 Lochiel St. Drop off 8:30 a.m. to 9 a.m., pick up 4:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Pack nut-free lunch. Cost $70 per child. To register, call 519-336-8127, ext. 3226 or visit website.
Performance Art
Join local artist Mary Abma in the Ash Tree Memorial Trail Performance at Canatara Park. Walk the trail, leave birdseed offerings and use QR codes to view each tree’s memorial page. Visit JNAAG where artifacts made in commemoration of trees will be displayed. 10 a.m. Free, give what you can. Also on April 29. For more, call 519-336-8127
Live Music
Nashville artist David Olney join Ottawa’s Brock Zeman and Blair Hogan onstage at Paddy Faherty’s No cover. 130 Seaway Rd., 9:30 p.m. For more, call 519-336-1999
Live Music
The Fat Catz return to the Lawrence House with their fusion of blues, jazz, rock and Latin fusion. 127 Christina St. S., 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tickets $10. For more, call 519-337-0507.
Day of Mourning
Event to remember workers hurt of killed on the job. Canadian Unions unite in call to Remember Westray - Enforce the Law, in honour of miners killed in the 1992 Westray coal mine explosion. At Firefighter Memorial Garden, Clifford Hansen Fire Station, 240 East St. N., 6 p.m. For more, call John Millholland at 519-542-2375
Saturday, April 29
Biker Blessing & Breakfast
A blessing and breakfast buffet to kick off the riding season. At Parkway Church, 551 Murray Dr., Corunna, 10 a.m. All welcome. Includes door prizes. Donations of canned goods be collected for NeighbourLink. Cost $10. For more, call Janice at 519-332-5875 or visit www.facebook.com/events/371894763167663
Open Jam
Musical jam session at the Corunna Legion, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., with a meat draw at 4 p.m. Wheelchair accessible. 350 Albert St., For more, call 519-862-1240
Chicken Dinner
Courtright United Church’s chicken dinner fundraiser at Courtright Silverdome on Third Street, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Three pieces of broasted “spring” chicken. Tickets $18. For more, call Alison at 519-383-1157 or Jill at 519-491-5510
Spring Dinner-Dance
Fundraiser at Lady of Mercy Parish Hall, 390 Christina St. N., 6:30 p.m. to 12 a.m. Music, dancing, cash bar, gift basket raffle, door prizes and more. Three-course Italian dinner. Semi-formal attire. Tickets $40, earlybird tickets $35, for sale at Sacred Heart, St. Michael and St. Ben’s churches. For more, call 519-336-2653
Live Music
Peterborough’s Melissa Payne and band take the stage at Paddy Flaherty’s. No cover. 130 Seaway Rd., 9:30 p.m. For more, call 519-336-1999
Sunday, April 30
Museum Mural
Deadline for submission by artists to create an outdoor mural at the Moore Museum, to enhance the appearance and foster community heritage. Details available at 519-867-2020.
Chordsmen Show
Sarnia Bluewater Chordsmen present their annual show at the Imperial Theatre, 168 Christina St. N., 2 p.m. Chordsmen and smaller ensembles featured with guests from Lambton Youth Choir. Tickets at theatre box office. Proceeds to local charities. For more, call 519-339-9927
Family Sunday
Make pinatas in honour of Cinco de Mayo, a celebration of Mexican culture and rich diversity in community. Children must be accompanied by adult. Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery, 147 Lochiel St., 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Free, suggested donation of $5 per family. For more, call 519-336-8127
Turkey Dinner
Lunches for Learning fundraising dinner includes turkey with potatoes, stuffing, gravy, cranberries, squash casserole, vegetables and homemade desserts. Grace United Church, 990 Cathcart Blvd., 5 p.m. Tickets, $15 adults, $7 children 13-16, free under 12, at the church or call 519 542-1203
Tea Party Fundraiser
Mad Hatter’s Tea Party hosted by BrewBakers Coffee & Tea and St. Joseph’s Hospice. Tea with lunch, cakes, silent auction, hat contests and live entertainment. Gourmet Cafe, 1086 Modeland Rd., 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tickets, $45, at the hospice or by calling Lesley at 519-337-0537, or email [email protected]