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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
Open House
See what’s new at the Strangway Centre. Free trial classes, door prizes, demos and instructors to answer questions. 260 East St. N., 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. For more, call 519 332 0656
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
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
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]
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
Underwater Treasures
Underwater photography travelogue of marine life presented by Christine Roenspiess. Includes coffee/tea and Q&A session. Central United Church, 220 George St., 10 a.m. Cost is $2. For more, call 519-344-4561 or 519-344-9741
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
Artist Workshops
The Sarnia Artists’ Workshop winter series of workshops covering various art-related subjects runs Wednesday afternoons till the end of April, at Grace United Church, 990 Cathcart Blvd., from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Cost is $5 per workshop. For more, visit www.sarniaartistsworkshop.com
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
Cancer Research Progress
A presentation by Richard McClelland and Kessie Sebbom at Central United Church. Includes coffee/tea and Q&A session, 220 George St., 10 a.m. Cost is $2. For more, call 519-344-4561 or 519-344-9741
Strengthening Relationships
Tips for communication and conflict. At Twin Bridges NPLC, 109 Crawford St., 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Every Tuesday until Feb. 9. Register at www.tbnplc.com or 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