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Wednesday, Aug. 24
Free Concert
Closing Night Celebration at the Bandshell in Canatara Park as part of the Sarnia’s Summer Music Concert Series. 7 p.m. For more, call 519-332-0330 or visit www.sarnia.ca
Canoeing and Kayaking
Two-hour outing for canoes and kayaks. Meet after at Skeeter Barlow’s. Easy difficulty level. All welcome. For details and sign-up visit lambtonoutdoorclub.org/canoe-kayaking
Puppet Show
Kids on the Block “Safety On the Go” Puppet Show for children with a caregiver. At Mallroad Library, 1362 Lambton Mall Rd., 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. To register, call 519-542-2580
Computer training
Réseau-femmes du Sud-Ouest de l'Ontario holding an activity to improve computer skills and typing speed at the Kiwanis Lochiel Centre, 180 College Ave. N., 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. In French only. Snacks and refreshments provided. For more, call 519-332-8897.
Take Off Pounds Sensibly
TOPS offers helpful weight loss information and friendly support to help you reach your weight loss goal. The non-profit group meets every Wednesday at Community of Christ Church, 1104 Leckie Dr. Weigh in from 6:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., meeting from 7 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. For more, call Nancy at 519-332- 5273.
Thursday, Aug. 25
Free Concert
Blackmore Beats performs at the Germain Park Gardens as part of Sarnia’s Summer Music Concert Series. 7 p.m. For more, call 519-332-0330 or visit www.sarnia.ca
Hiking
A two-hour hike of Blackwell Trails. Easy difficulty level. All welcome. For details and sign-up visit lambtonoutdoorclub.org/hiking
Diabetes Prevention
Rapids Family Health Team offering a free workshop for people at high risk of developing diabetes. 1150 Pontiac Dr., 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Cat in the Hat
Celebrate Cat in the Hat’s birthday with story, craft and refreshments. Sarnia Children’s Library, 124 Christina St. S., 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. For more, call 519-337-3291
Friday, Aug. 26
Quit Smoking
Rapids Family Health Team offering a free seminar to help quit smoking with free nicotine replacement therapy. At 1150 Pontiac Dr., 10 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Saturday, Aug. 27
Canoeing and Kayaking
Three-hour “Paddle & Pour” in Port Huron. Medium difficulty level. All welcome. For details and sign-up visit lambtonoutdoorclub.org/canoe-kayaking
Cycling
A 30K ride from Courtright to Sombra, take the ferry to Marine City for lunch and return. Easy difficulty level. All welcome. For details and sign-up visit lambtonoutdoorclub.org/cycling
Cycling
A 100K ride. Carpool to Port Huron and ride to Marine City, cross to Sombra and return. Hard difficulty level. All welcome. For details and sign-up visit lambtonoutdoorclub.org/cycling
Monday, Aug. 29
Movie Showing
The G Rated movie “Minions” will be shown at the Sarnia Library, 124 Christina St. S., 7 p.m. Free admission, but donations of canned goods will be accepted for the Inn of the Good Shepherd. For more, call 519-337-3291
Cooking Class
Rapids Family Health Team offering a free cooking class on protein powered breakfasts. 1150 Pontiac Dr., 5:30 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Tuesday, Aug. 30
Black & White Game
Sarnia Sting host the annual Black & White hockey game in support of the United Way, 7:05 p.m. at the Progressive Auto Sales Arena. Free game follows a tailgate party 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. in the parking lot, with interactive kids games and beer gardens. Ford’s Drive 4UR program donating $20 for each person who test drives a Ford. For more, call Dach at 519-464-2124
High Fibre Cooking
Cooking classes teach the benefits of fibre with tips to add fibre to your diet. 109 Crawford St., 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Register at www.tbnplc.com or 226-776-9030
Thursday, Sept. 1
YMCA Settlement Services
A representative available for one-on-one assistance and information on services and programs available. Mallroad Library, 1362 Lambton Mall Rd., 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more, call 519-542-2580
Maker Meet-Up
An opportunity for makers to meet and create together in the Makerspace. Sarnia Library, 124 Christina St. S., 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more, call 519-337-3291
Makerspace Programs
Workshops available for ages 10 to adult on using 3D printer, book binder, button maker, laser cutter, sewing machine, vinyl cutter, and more. Sarnia Library, 124 Christina St. S. For info or to make a reservation, visit www.lclibrary.ca, email [email protected] or call 519-337-3291 ext. 5921.
Board Games
Attendees can meet and game with other board gamers. Meetings usually held upstairs in magazine area of Sarnia Library, 124 Christina St. S., 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. For more, call 519-337-3291
Friday, Sept. 2
Movie in the Park
Showing Kung Fu Panda 3 in Wildwood Park, 8:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Bring blankets and lawn chairs. For more, call 519-869-2351
Live Music
D Wayne & The Blue Train perform at the Cheeky Monkey as part of First Friday festivities. Also, show of outdoor scenes by artist Bill Walters. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., 130 Christina St. N. For more, visit www.cheekymonkeysarnia.ca
Saturday, Sept. 3
Back to School BBQ
The 14th annual Kiwanis Back to School BBQ held in front of Staples on London Road., 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sept. 3 and 4. All proceeds to school supplies for children in Sarnia-Lambton. For more, email Sheila Donald at [email protected]
Library Crafters
Bring your unfinished knit, crochet, embroidery, beadwork, quilting, etc. and socialize with other crafters at Camlachie Library, 6745 Camlachie Rd., 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. For more, call 519-899-2202
Sunday, Sept. 4
Cycling
A 50K cycle ride. Drive to Goderich and ride the Rail Trail. Easy difficulty level. All welcome. For details and sign-up visit lambtonoutdoorclub.org/cycling
Tuesday, Sept. 6
Stress Management
Gain an understanding about stress and its physical and mental effects. Reduce stress with a gentle yoga session. Bring a yoga mat or towel. At Twin Bridges NPLC, 109 Crawford St., 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., on Tuesdays until Sept. 27. Register at www.tbnplc.com or 226-776-9030
Healthy Weights
Rapids Family Health Team offering a free, five-week program to help make permanent lifestyle changes and manage weight. 1150 Pontiac Dr., 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949. Also available at 233 Cameron St., Corunna, 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949.
Quit Smoking
Rapids Family Health Team offering a free seminar to help quit smoking with free nicotine replacement therapy. 1150 Pontiac Dr., 1:30 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Cooking Class
Rapids Family Health Team offering a free class on Filling Up On Fibre, 1150 Pontiac Dr., 5:30 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
YMCA Settlement Services
A representative will be available for one-on-one assistance and information on the many services and programs available. At Sarnia Library, 124 Christina St. S., 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more, call 519-337-3291
Wednesday, Sept. 7
Child Car Seat
Lambton Public Health and community partners holding a child car seat clinic. Seats must be installed prior to attending. Parents must bring their car seat manual, vehicle manual and child to the clinic. At Lambton Public Health, 160 Exmouth St., 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. For more, call at 519-344-2062 ext. 2346
Lambton Youth Choir
The Choir is accepting new members; Grade 4 and up as of September 2016. First rehearsal at Wyoming Legion, 593 Erie St., 6:15 p.m. For more, call R. Brown at 519-882-1514
Ski Club
Bluewater Ski Club welcomes new and returning members to new ski season at Stokes by the Bay, after 7 p.m. Sign up for 2017 destinations. Revelstoke, BC: Jan. 21-28 or Big White, BC: Feb. 25-March 4. For more, call 519-384-9988
Living with Diabetes
Rapids Family Health Team offering a free workshop on living well with diabetes.1150 Pontiac Dr., 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Cooking Class
Rapids Family Health Team offering a free class on Filling Up On Fibre, 1150 Pontiac Dr., 1:30 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949. Also available Sept. 8, 9:30 a.m.
Girl Guide Registration
Registration and information night for girls ages 5 to 17 interested in fun, friendship and adventure. 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Dunlop United Church, 757 Rosedale Ave. For more, email [email protected]
Thursday, Sept. 8
Low Impact Exercise
West Lambton Community Health Centre’s low impact exercise classes meet at the Canatara Park covered picnic pavilion, north of the bandshell, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., on Thursdays until Oct. 27. For information call 519-344-3017 ext. 237
Friday, Sept. 9
Stress Management
Rapids Family Health Team offering a free workshop to help effectively manage stress. 1150 Pontiac Dr., 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949, Also available at 233 Cameron St., Corunna, 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-813-9800
Saturday, Sept. 10
Hiking
A 4.5 hour hike of Wildwood Conservation Area. Medium difficulty level. All welcome. For details and sign-up visit lambtonoutdoorclub.org/hiking
Canoeing and Kayaking
Four-hour outing at Port Austin/Turnip Rock in Michigan. Medium difficulty level. All welcome. For details and sign-up visit lambtonoutdoorclub.org/canoe-kayaking
Cycling
A 45K cycle ride. Drive to Lambton Heritage Museum, cycle into the Pinery, then down the trail to Grand Bend for lunch and return. Easy difficulty level. All welcome. For details and sign-up visit lambtonoutdoorclub.org/cycling
Fall Fair
Trinity Church holding its annual fall fair at 1194 Murphy Rd., 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Live music, inflatables, Belgian horse-drawn wagon rides, face painting, hot dogs, corn on the cob, refreshments, Pokemon Go, phone charging station and Wi-Fi. Free. For more, call 519-542-9261.
Electric Library
An opportunity to have device-related questions answered. Participants should bring their tablets, laptops, eReaders, and other devices as well as login information for either the Apple or Google Play Store. Sarnia Library, 124 Christina St. S., 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. To pre-register, call 519-337-3291