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Thursday, July 6
Summer Music
Summer Music Series at the Germain Park Gardens, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Free admission. Featuring The Bass Crooner. For more, call 519-332-0330. Summer Events Guide available at City Hall or online at www.sarnia.ca
Community BBQ
Sarnia-Lambton MPP Bob Bailey hosts a community BBQ at Bright’s Grove Kenwick Park, Kenwick St., 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Free hot dogs and hamburgers. Weather permitting. Non-perishable food items accepted for local food banks. For more, call 519-337-0051
Robotics
Explore the world of robotics at Sarnia Children’s Library, 124 Christina St. S., 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. For children. Also on July 13, 20, and 27. For more, call 519-337-3291
Dash & Dot
Learn to code with toy robots. Bright’s Grove Library, 2618 Hamilton Rd., 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-869-2351
Movie Night
Exit Realty Twin Bridges’ free family screening of the movie Trolls in Canatara Park. 8 p.m. Face painting, free popcorn. For more, call 519-542-1000
Friday, July 7
Ribfest 2017
The Sarnia Kinsmen return of Ribfest runs July 7, 8 and 9 in Centennial Park. Free admission begins daily at noon, and $5 after 6 p.m. Live music and five 'ribbers' will be on hand. Activities for kids. Donations accepted throughout weekend. For more, visit www.sarniakinsmen.ca or call 519-383-6124
Summer Music
Summer Music Series at the Tecumseh Park, 7 p.m. Free admission. Featuring Opening Night. For more, call 519-332-0330
Block Party
St. Paul’s United Church holding a block party every Friday until Aug. 11th. 360 Devine St., 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Games, food, and fun. Everyone welcome. For more, call Kim at 519-332-1676
Live Music
Blackmore & Blackmore performs at Cheeky Monkey, 130 Christina St. N., 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. For more, call 519-332-0978
Live Music
White Cowbell Oklahoma
White Cowbell Oklahoma returns to Paddy Flaherty’s with music, chainsaw wielding, toilet paper carving and more. 130 Seaway Rd., 10 p.m. Tickets $10 at ticketscene.ca and at the door. For more, call 519-336-1999
Love of Local
As part of First Friday, a For The Love of Local 150th event will take place at 140 Christina St. N., featuring 25 local and handmade vendors, with food and ice cream available. 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Proceeds to Ronald McDonald House Charities.
Toy Hacking
Give old toys new life by taking them apart and reassembling them into new creations. Some old toys available but feel free to bring your own. For ages 6 and up with caregiver. Mallroad Library, 1362 Lambton Mall Rd., 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. For more, call 519-542-2580
Saturday, July 8
Live Music
Wulf Van Waldow and band The Overtones take the stage at Paddy Flaherty’s with their mix of soft rock. No cover, 9:30 p.m., 130 Seaway Rd. For more, call 519-336-1999
Family Fishing Day
Free event hosted by Bluewater Anglers in Centennial Park. 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Sign in at near the McPherson “fish” fountain and get a bucket to collect gobies and ticket for hot dog and pop. Fish as a family. Weigh-in at Point Edward hatchery, 11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. For more, call 519-344-9821
Kids Free Day
Organized by the Seaway Kiwanis, a day of free food and fun at the Children’s Animal Farm. BMX activities, electronic games, inflatables and climbers, live music and food. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Canatara Park.
Sunday, July 9
Boat Cruise
Sarnia Braves Baseball Association holding a fundraising cruise aboard the Duc d'Orleans II, with entertainment by local band Dressed to Kill. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tickets, $20, can be purchased by calling Laurie at 519-384-4812
Jazz Dinner
Live music outdoors at Paddy Flaherty’s with Art Hratchian and Friends. No cover, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., 130 Seaway Rd. For more, call 519-336-1999
Monday, July 10
Summer Music
Summer Music Series at the Bandshell in Canatara Park, 7 p.m. Free admission. Featuring The Sarnia Outtaliners. For more, call 519-332-0330
Cooking Class
Rapids Family Health Team offering free cooking class “Goodbye Boring Salads”. 1150 Pontiac Dr., 5:30 p.m. Also on July 11 at 1:30 p.m. and July 12 and 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Maker Fun Factory
Central Baptist and Paterson Memorial partnering to offer Make Fun Factory for kids who have completed JK-grade 5. July 10 to July 14, 120 Russell St. S., 9 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. Free. Register at www.patersonchurch.ca. For more, call 519-344-6422
Gentle Yoga
Incorporates basic yoga poses and meditation to reduce stress. Free classes offered by Twin Bridges NPLC. Mondays until July 24. Lighthouse Community Church, 152 Parker St., 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. Bring your own mat. Register at www.tbnplc.com or 226-776-9030
Kids Movie
Sarnia Children’s Library showing Moana. 124 Christina St. S., 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. For more, call 519-337-3291)
Puppets On the Go
Featuring Lambton County puppeteers. Bright’s Grove Library, 2618 Hamilton Rd., 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. For more, call 519-869-2351
Chair Yoga
Twin Bridges NPLC’s free class is a gentle yoga sequence using chairs. Lighthouse Community Church, 152 Parker St., 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Mondays until July 24. Register at www.tbnplc.com or 226-776-9030
Tuesday, July 11
Summer Music
Summer Music Series at the waterfront stage at Centennial Park, 7 p.m. Free admission. Featuring Blast from the Past. For more, call 519-332-0330
Preschool Play
Circle time followed by sensory play.
Ages 18 months and up. Siblings welcome. Bright’s Grove Library, 2618 Hamilton Rd., 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Also on July 18 and 25. For more, call 519-869-2351
Wednesday, July 12
Green Drinks
An informal gathering featuring coastal outreach specialist Rhiannon Moore leading a discussion on the Scourge of the Nurdle. Free. 100 Christina St. N., open 6:30 p.m., discussion at 7 p.m. For more, contact [email protected]
Euchre
Sarnia Legion hosts Euchre Night Wednesday nights. Ten or eleven games of Progressive Euchre. 286 Front St. N., in downstairs lounge, 6:45 p.m. All welcome. For more, call 519-336-2841
Thursday, July 13
Summer Music
Summer Music Series at the Germain Park Gardens, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Free admission. Featuring MJM Musical Memories with Janet. For more, call 519-332-0330. Summer Events Guide available at City Hall or online at www.sarnia.ca
Trash to Treasure
Get creative with eco-friendly upcycled crafts at Mallroad’s Library Trash to Treasure Thursdays. Materials supplied. 1362 Lambton Mall Rd., 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. For more, call 519-542-2580
Tales for Tots
For ages 0 to 3 with caregiver. Bright’s Grove Library, 2618 Hamilton Rd., 9:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. Also on July 20 and 27, and Aug. 3 and 10. Must pre-register by calling 519-869-2351
Stories in the Park
Stories in Wildwood Park for children. Held inside in rainy weather. Bright’s Grove Library, 2618 Hamilton Rd., 2:30 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. Also on July 20 and 27. For more, call 519-869-2351
Friday, July 14
Summer Music
Summer Music Series at the Tecumseh Park, 7 p.m. Free admission. Featuring Reminiscence. For more, call 519-332-0330
Stress Management
Rapids Family Health Team offering free stress management seminar. 1150 Pontiac Dr., 9:30 a.m. Also at 233 Cameron St., Corunna, 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Saturday, July 15
Bring a Friend
Bring a Friend challenge at Hiawatha Horse Park, 1730 London Rd., gates open at 5:30 p.m. Activities include rides in starting gate car, free programs, food discount, and prizes. For more, visit www.standardbredcanada.ca/bringafriend
Mending Clinic
Bring pants that are too long to Sarnia Library and get help shortening and hemming. All items must be clean or freshly laundered. 124 Christina St. S., 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. For more, call 519-337-3291
Sunday, July 16
Hobbyfest
28th Annual Hobbyfest event at Centennial Park, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. A relaxed way for groups and clubs to showcase what they do. Free admission. For more, call 519-332-0330
Monday, July 17
Summer Music
Summer Music series at the Bandshell in Canatara Park, 7 p.m. Free admission. Featuring Lifesigns. For more, call 519-332-0330
Sphero & Air Hogs
Sphero is a robotic ball controlled with a tilt, touch or swing of a tablet. Air Hogs are small stunt quadcoptors flown using a remote control. Mallroad Library, 1362 Lambton Mall Rd., 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-542-2580
Tuesday, July 18
Summer Music
Summer Music Series at the waterfront stage at Centennial Park, 7 p.m. Free admission. Featuring Sisters of Soul. For more, call 332-0330
Nutrition Series
Twin Bridges NPLC Registered Dietician hosts a monthly nutrition series. This month: “Crockpot Cooking.” Open to all. 109 Crawford St., 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Register at www.tbnplc.com or 226-776-9030
Ozobots
Play with Ozobots, small, smart robots that follow lines and read and react to colour codes. Point Edward Library, 220 Michigan Ave., 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-336-3291
Wednesday, July 19
Summer Music
Summer Music Series at the Kenwick on the Lake Pavilion, 7 p.m. Free admission. Featuring Blast from the Past. For more, call 519-332-0330
Summer Music
Summer Music Series at the waterfront stage at Centennial Park, 7 p.m. Free admission. Featuring Mike Blackmore. For more, call 519-332-0330
Quit Smoking
Rapids Family Health Team offering free quit smoking workshop and nicotine replacement therapy program. 233 Cameron St., Corunna, 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Summer Strings
Deadline to register for International Symphony Orchestra’s Introductory Summer String Programme, open to ages five to seniors. July 24th to 28th, 251 Vidal St. N., 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Violin or cello, instruments provided. Ends with a recital. Cost $60. To register, call 519-337-7775 or 810-984-8857 or email [email protected]
Thursday, July 20
Summer Music
Summer Music Series at Germain Park Gardens, 7 p.m. Free admission. Featuring The Celtic Hillbillies. For more, call 519-332-0330. Summer Events Guide available at City Hall or online at www.sarnia.ca
Golf Tournament
Join Sting alumni, current players and hocket operations staff at the Sarnia Sting’s 2nd annual Charity Golf Tournament in support of Pathways Health Centre for Children. Huron Oaks Golf Source, 2587 Lakeshore Rd., 1 p.m. Registration $500 for 4 people, includes 18 holes and dinner. To register, call 519-541-1717, ext. 1
Community BBQ
Sarnia-Lambton MPP Bob Bailey hosts a community BBQ at Sarnia Dow People Place, Front St. N., 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Free hot dogs and hamburgers. Live music. Weather permitting. Non-perishable food items accepted for local food banks. For more, call 519-337-0051
Friday, July 21
Bridge Bash
Two-day concert under the Blue Water Bridge, organized by the Point Edward Optimists. Friday: Life Signs, Southern Fryde Inc., and The Gypsy Flats. Saturday: Scott Manery and the Barnburners, Highway Jones and Chain Reaction. Food booth, $5 cover, gates open 6 p.m., bands start 8 p.m. For more, call email [email protected]
Summer Music
Summer Music Series at the Tecumseh Park, 7 p.m. Free admission. Featuring Roundhouse. For more, call 519-332-0330