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Thursday, Jan. 3
Diabetes Cooking
West Lambton Community Health Centre holding free Diabetes Education & Cooking Class led by a registered dietitian. Current topic vegetarian. All skill levels welcome. 429 Exmouth St., 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. To register, 519-344-3017, ext. 259
Friday, Jan. 4
Goal Setting
An interactive session to start 2019 with clear intentions and ability to set goals for the year. Hosted by Twin Bridges NPLC.153 Christina St. S., 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Register at www.tbnplc.com
Seniors Coffee
West Lambton Community Health Centre hosts a seniors coffee and board games day each First Friday of the month. 429 Exmouth St., 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Free. No registration required. For more, call 519-344-3017
Live Music
Me & Mr. Smith perform at Cheeky Monkey for First Friday. 130 Christina St. N., 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Bill Walters’ “Gifts Abound” exhibit on display for the month. For more, visit www.cheekymonkeysarnia.ca
Art Exhibition
Opening of the Floyd Gibson Mayor Awards Exhibition opens at the Lawrence House. Mayor presents cash prizes to winning local artists. Opening 6 p.m. Show runs till end of January. 127 Christina St., For more, call 519-337-0507
Live Music
Blackmore and Blackmore plays the Zzas Pizza Bistro during First Friday, 170 Christina St. N. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. For more, call 519-491-2560
Saturday, Jan. 5
Hike
The Lambton Outdoor Club is hiking at the Wawanosh Wetlands. For more, visit www.lambtonoutdoorclub.org
Hobbies Open House
See what recreation activities are available for adults 20+ at a Strangway Centre Open House. 260 East St. N., 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Free admission. For more, call 519-332-0656
Sunday, Jan. 6
Tai Chi
Lean how Tai Chi can improve health during introduction to the FLK Taoist Tai Chi arts. Lochiel Kiwanis Centre, 180 College Ave. N., 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Also on Jan. 7, Camlachie Community Centre, 6767 Camlachie Rd., 7 p.m., and Jan. 8, St. Andrew’s Presbyterian, 437 Colborne Dr., 6:30 p.m. For more, call 519-344-0346
Monday, Jan. 7
Chair Yoga
Free yoga program suitable for most abilities, offered by Twin Bridges NPLC. 153 Christina St. S. (use Front Street entrance). Mondays until Jan. 28 at 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., or 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Wednesdays until Jan. 30, 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Register at www.tbnplc.com
Gentle Yoga
Introductory-level free yoga program for adults, suitable for most abilities offered by Twin Bridges NPLC. Bring your own mat. 153 Christina St. S. (use Front St. entrance), 12:15 p.m. to 1 p.m. Mondays until Jan. 28. Register at www.tbnplc.com
Dance Lessons
Sarnia Ballroom Dancing Club begins a winter session of ballroom dance lessons including foxtrot and samba, and cha cha and quickstep. For more, visit www.sarniaballroomdancingclub.ca
Healthy Eating
Rapids Family Health Team offering a 4-week, 2-hour group session to help make permanent healthier lifestyle changes. 1150 Pontiac Dr., 1:30 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Meditation
To help increase self-esteem, improve concentration, lower blood pressure and reduce stress. West Lambton Community Health Centre, 429 Exmouth St.. Mondays at 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. Free. To register, call 519-344-3017 ext. 237
Travel Tips
Travel agent Linda Crooks demonstrates how to pack a carry-on and standard suitcase for your vacation and answers questions about packing. Strangway Centre, 260 East St. N., 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Cost $6 for non-members. Pre-register by calling 519-332-6056
Tuesday, Jan. 8
Donor Clinic
Canadian Blood Services hosting a blood donor clinic at the Dante Club, 1330 London Rd., 2:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. For more, call Stephanie at 519-331-0764
Women’s Fitness
Bootcamp-style fitness class includes cardiovascular, strength and flexibility exercises, suitable for most levels. Consult Primary Care Provider first. 153 Christina St. S., use Front Street entrance, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays until Jan. 29. Free. Offered by Twin Bridges NPLC. Register at www.tbnplc.com
Adult Yoga
Free yoga program suitable for most levels. 153 Christina St. S., use Front St. entrance, 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays until Jan. 29. Bring your own mat. Offered by Twin Bridges NPLC. Register at www.tbnplc.com
Bridges to Change
Four-week program to help understand the 'why' of eating behaviours. Sessions explore problematic eating patterns and provide healthy solutions to transform your relationship to food. Facilitated by Registered Social Worker. 153 Christina St. S., 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesdays until Jan. 29. Register at www.tbnplc.com
Living With Diabetes
Rapids Family Health Team offering a 2-hour group session that provides a general overview of how to live well with diabetes. 1150 Pontiac Dr., and 233 Cameron St., Corunna, 9:30 a.m. Also on Jan. 10, 233 Cameron St., 1:30 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Tai Chi
Canadian Tai Chi Academy starting beginner Tai Chi classes on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at The Vineyard, 260 Mitton St. N., 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Cost $15 per month. For more, contact 226-932-7091 or [email protected]
Photography
Music industry photographer and Lambton College professor Richard Beland explains the process of orchestrating a major photo shoot at a meeting of the Sarnia Photographic Club. Sarnia Library Auditorium. Free. Social time 6:30 p.m. For more, visit www.sarniaphotoclub.com
Genealogy
Annual general meeting of the Lambton County Branch, Ontario Genealogical Society. 7:30 p.m. LDS Church, 1400 Murphy Road. Newcomers, websites and a tour of the Family History Center discussed. For more, contact Janet at 519-383-0468 or [email protected]
Wednesday, Jan. 9
Cooking Class
Rapids Family Health Team offering a free cooking class “Solutions to Your New Year’s Resolutions.” 1150 Pontiac Dr., 1:30 p.m. Also on Jan. 10 at 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Diabetes Prevention
Rapids Family Health Team offering a 12-week program for people at risk of developing diabetes. 460 Christina St. N., 6 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Facts and Chat
Strangway Centre hosts Habitat for Humanity presentation on how “Volunteers Make a Difference.” 260 East St. N., 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Free. Pre-register by calling 519-332-0656
Soil Health
Award-winning farmer Mike Belan discusses improving soil quality using environmentally friendly practices at a Green Drinks discuss at 100 Christina St. 7 p.m., free, all welcome. Doors open 6:30 p.m., discuss at 7 p.m. For more, visit Facebook.com/GreenDrinksSarnia or GreenDrinks.org/ON/Sarnia
Thursday, Jan. 10
Meditation
Free four-week session teaches the basics of meditation practices and provides practical ways to increase mindfulness in everyday living. Offered by Twin Bridges NPLC. 153 Christina St. S., 12 p.m. to 12:45 p.m. Wednesdays until Jan. 31. Register at www.tbnplc.com
Anger Management
Identify your anger triggers and patterns and practice positive and effective anger management skills. West Lambton Community Health Centre, 429 Exmouth St., 6 p.m. Tuesdays until February 28. To register, call 519-344-3017, ext. 237
Friday, Jan. 11
Self-Compassion
A weekly program to create a kinder, more compassionate relationship with yourself. Session include information, personal reflection and group discussion to support emotional resilience and well-being. 153 Christina St. S., 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Fridays until Jan. 25. Register at www.tbnplc.com
Giant Book Sale
Rotary Club of Sarnia Bluewaterland’s annual three-day sale with up to 30,000 books available at the Bayside Centre, George Street entrance. All books $1 or $2. Fill a bag for $5. 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. For more, call Camilla at 519-908-9508 or John at 519-542-1065.
Souper Lunch
Prepare two nutritious soups at West Lambton Community Health Centre’s “Souper Lunch Friday.” Bring containers to take soup home. St. Luke’s United Church, 350 Indian Rd. S., 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Monthly, every second Friday. Free. No registration required. Free. For more, call 519-344-3017
Live Music Cafe
Greg Wilson performs and Sisters of Soul host the a Live Music Cafe at Foursquare Church, 207 Talfourd St., 7:30 p.m. Donations welcomed. For more, contact Fran at [email protected]
Saturday, Jan. 12
Hike
The Lambton Outdoor Club is hiking in the Ipperwash Dunes and Swales. For more, visit www.lambtonoutdoorclub.org
Monday, Jan. 14
Distress Line Volunteers
Family Counselling Centre seeking volunteers for the Distress Line, a confidential telephone crisis support service, and Tel-Check, an outbound call to seniors and persons with disabilities who live alone. 1086 Modeland Rd., 6:30 p.m. Also on Jan. 21. To register, call Donna at 519-336-0120, ext. 251
Meet and Greet
Strangway Centre hosts a “Women in Touch Meet and Greet,” a social 50+ women’s group. 260 East St. N., 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. For more, call 519-332-0656
Tuesday, Jan. 15
Nutrition Program
A free interactive program by Twin Bridges NPLC to teach basics of reading and interpreting Nutrition Facts. 153 Christina St. S., 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Register at www.tbnplc.com