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Wednesday, Dec. 23
Cooking Class
Rapids Family Health Team offering a free class on mood-boosting foods to ward off winter blues,1150 Pontiac Dr., at 1:30 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Saturday, Dec. 26
Hockey and Skating
Annual Boxing Day public skate & hockey tournament presented by Sarnia Cabinets in support of Sarnia Christian School, at the Sarnia Sports and Entertainment Centre, 1455 London Rd. Hockey tournament on both rinks 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., and free public skating from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. For more, call 519-383-7750
Sunday, Dec. 27
Family Sunday
Create a portrait to place inside a special mini frame. Featured artwork: Marie Spartali, Girl with White Roses. At the Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery, 147 Lochiel St., 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. For more, call 519-336-8127
Monday, Dec. 28
Movie Night
Free viewing of Guardians of the Galaxy, Sarnia Library Theatre, 124 Christina St. S., 6:30 p.m. For more, call 519-337-3291
Tuesday, Dec. 29
Quit Smoking
Rapids Family Health Team offering a free seminar to help quit smoking with free nicotine replacement therapy, 1150 Pontiac Dr., 10 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Wednesday, Dec. 30
Toddler Dance Party
For preschoolers 5 and under, with their caregiver, at Mallroad Library, 1362 Lambton Mall Rd., 10 a.m. Must pre-register. For more, call 519-845-3324 ext. 5228
Thursday, Dec. 31
Juried Art Show
Deadline for submissions to the Gallery in the Grove’s Juried Art Exhibition, which opens Jan. 17. Open to all artists 18 and older. Entry fee $25, or $40 for two pieces. Download application at www.galleryinthegrove.com or call Sheila at 519-704-1790 for more info.
Friday, Jan. 1
New Year’s Run
Sarnia Roadrunners present the annual 7 km Resolution Run at 1 p.m. Starts at Children’s Animal Farm in Canatara Park. Cost $10. Finishers' medals and refreshments provided. For more, email [email protected]
Sunday, Jan. 3
Art Exhibition Tour
A guided tour of the Beaverbrook exhibition in a group of 10 or less. $25 entry, registration required. At Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery, 147 Lochiel St., 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. For more, call 519-336-8127
Monday, Jan. 4
Women’s Wellness
Health and wellness topics and 30 minute yoga class offered by Twin Bridges NPLC. Free. Bring your own mat. Mondays until Jan. 25. At Lighthouse Community Church, 152 Parker St., 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Register at www.tbnplc.com or call 226-776-9030
Yoga for Kids
Classes offered by Twin Bridges NPLC, including basic yoga poses and meditation to reduce stress. Free. For ages 10 and up. Bring your own mat. Mondays until Jan. 25. At Lighthouse Community Church, 152 Parker St., 3:30 p.m. to 4: 30 p.m. Register at www.tbnplc.com or call 226-776-9030
Parenting Program
Discover your strengths as a parent and build new ones. For parents of children ages 0-5. At Little Friends OYEC Site and Best Start Hub, 295 Essex St., 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Every Monday until Jan. 25. To register, call 519-383-8331 ext. 3568
Healthy Weights
Free five-week program to help make permanent lifestyle changes to manage your weight. Rapids Family Health Team, 1150 Pontiac Dr., 1:30 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Tuesday, Jan. 5
Living with Diabetes
Free workshop provides an overview on living well with diabetes. Rapids Family Health Team, 1150 Pontiac Dr., 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Settlement Services
A YMCA representative available for assistance and information on the services and programs. At the Sarnia Library, 124 S. Christina St., 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more, call Sarnia Library 519-337-3291
Tablet Lesson
For all ages. Lessons on tablets, setting up and how to use them, as well as any computer questions. Point Edward Library, 220 Michigan Ave., 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Must pre-register. For more, call 519-336-3291
Wednesday, Jan. 6
Gentle Yoga
Classes offered by Twin Bridges NPLC, including basic yoga poses and meditation to reduce stress. Free. Bring your own mat. Wednesdays until Jan. 27. At Lighthouse Community Church, 152 Parker St., 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Register at www.tbnplc.com or call 226-776-9030
Chair Yoga
Classes offered by Twin Bridges NPLC, including basic yoga poses and meditation to reduce stress. Free. Bring your own mat. Wednesdays until Jan. 27. At Sandpiper Apartments, 175 Wellington St., 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. Register at www.tbnplc.com or call 226-776-9030
Quit Smoking
Free seminar to help quit smoking with nicotine replacement therapy. Rapids Family Health Team, 1150 Pontiac Dr., 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Thursday, Jan. 7
Pitch It
Junior Achievement hosts its annual Pitch It! Competition featuring student companies competing to win a media marketing package. Free. Sarnia Library Theatre, 124 Christina St. S., 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. For more, call Becky at 519-336-1484
A Healthy You
Food label reading, protein, meal planning, healthy fats, carbs, emotional eating and physical activity. Free six week series, every Thursday until Feb. 11. West Lambton Community Health Centre, 429 Exmouth St., 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. To register, call 519-344-3017 ext. 259
Healthy Cooking
Classes for people living with diabetes, led by a dietician. At the West Lambton Community Health Centre, 429 Exmouth St., 10:30 a.m. To register, call 519-344-3017 ext. 259
Settlement Services
A YMCA representative available for assistance and information on the services and programs available. Mallroad Library, 1362 Lambton Mall Rd., 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more, call 519-542-2580
Saturday, Jan. 9
Winter Activities
Lambton Outdoor Club presents free introduction to winter activities at Lochiel Kiwanis Community Centre, 180 N. College St., 2 p.m. Learn about snowshoeing, XC skiing, dog sledding, winter camping, and navigation & safety. To register, call Tony at 519-542-1578 or e-mail [email protected]
Friday, Jan. 8
Fiddles and Kilts
Celtic-themed International Symphony Orchestra show featuring the Celtic Ensemble Rant Maggie Rant, Sarnia School of Irish Dance and a Pipe and Drum Ensemble. Imperial Theatre, 7:30 p.m., Tickets, $37 adults, $34 seniors, $12 students. For more, call Anne at 519-337-7775
First Friday
Live in-store music by Big Highway as part of First Friday events at Cheeky Monkey, 130 N. Christina St., 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. For more, go to www.cheekymonkeysarnia.ca
Quit Smoking
Free seminar to help quit smoking with nicotine replacement therapy. At Shell Health Centre, 233 Cameron St., Corunna, 9 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Saturday, Jan. 9
Positive Empowerment
The Positive Power Empowerment Series features 11 speakers who will discuss different ways to live well mentally and physically, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., at the Moose Lodge, 874 Phillip St. Tickets, $35, or four for $100, includes light snacks and refreshments. For more, or tickets, email [email protected]
Monday, Jan. 11
Parenting Program
From Corunna Best Start Child & Family Centre. Discuss real life situations with a public health nurse and learn about positive parenting of children ages 1-6. St. Joseph Catholic School, 535 Birchbank Dr., Corunna, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. To register, call 519-892-3151
Tuesday, Jan. 12
Women’s Group
Sarnia’s Little Women is a new sisterhood of young women (20's-30's) who like to get out and meet others in the area for friendship, fun, and laughs. Open to all. First event at the Refined Fool Brewing Co., 137 Davis St., 7 p.m. For more visit www.meetup.com/sarniaslittlewomen
Living with Lung Disease
Rapids Family Health Team offering a free 10-week program held twice weekly, includes exercise and education. At Lighthouse Community Church, 152 Parker St. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Cooking Class
Free cooking class on Solutions for Your New Year Resolutions. At Rapids Family Health Team, 1150 Pontiac Dr., 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Healthy Eating
Free cooking demonstrations to teach you how to make nutritious meals. At Twin Bridges NPLC, 109 Crawford St., 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Register at www.tbnplc.com or 226-776-9030
Wednesday, Jan. 13
Cooking Class
Free class on Solutions for Your New Year Resolutions. At Rapids Family Health Team, 1150 Pontiac Dr., 1:30 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Settlement Services
A YMCA representative available for assistance and information on the services and programs available. At Point Edward Library, 220 Michigan Ave., 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. For more, call 519-336-3291
Thursday, Jan. 14
Living Through Depression
Eight week series, every Thursday, at the West Lambton Community Health Centre, 429 Exmouth St., 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. To register, call 519-344-3017 ext. 259
Quit Smoking
Free seminar to help quit smoking with nicotine replacement therapy. At Rapids Family Health Team, 1150 Pontiac Dr., 1:30 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Teen Advisory Group
Share ideas, make friends, enjoy snacks, and host contests. Teens receive high school volunteer hours for participating. At the Sarnia Library, 124 S. Christina St., 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Must pre-register. For more, call 519-337-3291
Friday, Jan. 15
Book Sale
Rotary Club of Sarnia Bluewaterland’s annual giant book sale runs three days at the Bayside Centre. Paperbacks $1, hardcover $2. Friday 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday $5 gag day. For more, call Suzanne at 519-336-2897
Stress Management
Free workshop to help you effectively manage stress. At Rapids Family Health Team, 1150 Pontiac Dr., 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Saturday, Jan. 16
Alive Inside
Sarnia Justice Film Festival presents Michael Rossato-Bennett’s joyous cinematic exploration of music’s capacity to reawaken the soul and uncover the deepest parts of our humanity. Sarnia Library Theatre, 7 p.m. Admission free, donations gladly accepted. Discussion to follow. For more, call Thea at 519-542-5009
Drawing Instruction
At Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery, 147 Lochiel St., 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Gallery staff and drawing instructors provide guidance to help develop drawing skills. Materials provided. For more, call 519-336-8127
Matinee
At Sarnia Children’s Library, 124 S. Christina St., 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. The selected movie is Planes (rated G). For more, call 519-337-3291
Monday, Jan. 18
Parenting Program
For parents of children ages 0-3. Learn about brain development and child nutrition, sleep, play, physical activity, discipline, attachment and stress. Camlachie United Church OEYC, 6745 Camlachie Rd., 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. To register, call 519-786-6161 ext. 9226
Tuesday, Jan. 19
Healthy Eating
Learn about problematic eating behaviours and how to create healthier relationship with food. Tuesday evenings until Feb. 9. At Twin Bridges NPLC, 109 Crawford St., 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Register at www.tbnplc.com or call 226-776-9030
Wednesday, Jan. 20
Research Your Home
Lambton County Archivist Dana Thorne will discuss how to research the history of your house at a meeting of the Sarnia Historical Society. Royal Canadian Legion Hall, 286 Front St. N., 7 p.m. Free. For more, email [email protected]
Living with Diabetes
Free workshop provides overview on living well with diabetes. At Rapids Family Health Team, 1150 Pontiac Dr., 1:30 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Thursday, Jan. 21
Baby Feeding
Learn tips on how to safely make homemade baby food for babies 6-12 months old. At Twin Bridges NPLC, 109 Crawford St., 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Register at www.tbnplc.com or 226-776-9030
Art Exhibition Tour
A guided tour of the Beaverbrook exhibition in a group of 10 or less. $25 for entry, registration required. At Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery, 147 Lochiel St., 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. For more, call 519-336-8127
Coffee & Conversation
Learn about the services provided and volunteer opportunities available through Lambton Elderly Outreach. At Mallroad Library, 1362 Lambton Mall Rd., 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Must pre-register. For more, call 519-542-2580
Friday, Jan. 22
Movie Night
Free movie night hosted by Lambton County Junior Optimist Club at Courtright Community Hall, 1594 Third St., 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Bring kids’ hats, mittens, or gloves to be donated. For morek call Mary Lou at 519-862-3950
Saturday, Jan. 23
Dancing With The Stars
A fundraiser for the Alzheimer Society of Sarnia-Lambton featuring a dance contest with local celebrities, hors d’oevres and prizes. Holiday Inn, 1498 Venetian Blvd., cocktails at 6 p.m. Tickets, $65, table of eight for $500, by calling 519-332-4444
AGO Bus Tour
Bus to Toronto for a guided tour of the J.M.W. Turner show at the Art Gallery of Ontario. With the Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery. Ticket $125 members, $135 non-members. Registration required. For more, call 519-336-8127