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Thursday, Nov. 10
Diabetes Prevention
Rapids Family Health Team offering a free diabetes prevention class at 1150 Pontiac Dr., 1:30 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Tales for Tots
For ages 18 months to 3 years with caregiver. At Bright’s Grove Library, 2618 Hamilton Rd., 9:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-869-2351
Story Hour
For ages 3 to 5 with caregiver. At Bright’s Grove Library, 2618 Hamilton Rd., 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Must pre-register calling 519-869-2351
Family Story Time
For ages 5 and under with caregiver. Focusing on the yop 100 picture books to read by Kindergarten. Children receive poster and stickers. At Mallroad Library, 1362 Lambton Mall Rd., 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Nov. 10, 17 and 24. Must pre-register by calling 519-542-2580
Art & Ideas
Series at the Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery, 147 Lochiel St., 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Maggie Groat discusses her artwork in the exhibition In the Shadow of the Millennium. Free. To register, call 519-336-8127, ext. 3226 or visit gallery website.
Toastmasters
Learn communication, leadership and public speaking skills at the Lambton Toastmasters Open House. Goodwill Office Board Room, lower level, 1121 Wellington St., 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. For more, visit www.lambton.toastmastersclubs.org
Saturday, Nov. 12
Church Anniversary
Roast Beef Dinner at Pateron Memorial Church to celebrate the church’s 85th anniversary, 120 Russell St. S., 6 p.m. Tickets, $16, available by calling the office at 519-344-6422 or Marilyn 519-344-6360
Christmas Bazaar
At Dunlop United Church, includes bake sale, frozen meals, jewelry, crafts, sewing, and more. Refreshments available. Free, everyone welcome. 757 Rosedale Ave., 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. For more, call 519-337-3061, ext. 22 or email [email protected]
Hike
Easy, three-hour hike of the Killaly Woods in northeast London. For details and sign up, visit www.lambtonoutdoorclub.org/hiking
Fall Bazaar
Queen of Peace Catholic Women League’s Fall Polish Bazaar at the Polish Hall, 173 Exmouth St., 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Potato and cheese pierogi, cabbage rolls, polish sauerkraut and homemade baked goods. Hot brunch available. For more, call Donna Longo at 519-542-4050
Show & Sale
Two-day Show & Sale in support of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Sarnia-Lambton. Includes over 120 vendors. At Northern Collegiate High School, 940 Michigan Ave. Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.,, Sunday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission $5, free for kids under 12. For more, call 519-336-0480 or visit www.bigbrothersbigsisters.ca/sarnia/en/Home/events/showandsale
Fall Dance
At Camlachie Community Centre, 6767 Camlachie Rd., 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. Sarnia Ballroom Dancing Club. $30 for non-members. For more, visit www.sarniaballroomdancingclub.ca
Movie
Showing “Ratchet and Clank” at Sarnia Library, 124 Christina St. S., 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. For more, call 519-337-3291
Board Governance Training
The Social Services Network of Sarnia-Lambton presents a Community Governance Leadership Workshop. Lambton College Event Centre, 1485 London Rd. Registration and continental breakfast at 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. Mary Lynn McPherson Strive to speak about “Challenges Shaping the Sector” 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tickets $30. Register at www.eventbrite.ca
Family Bazaar
Turkey pot pies, crafts, baking, jewelry, books, and more. Coffee corner with muffins and biscuits available. At St. Luke’s United Church, 350 Indian Rd. S., 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. For more, call 519-344-1781
Garage Sale
Indoor garage sale at Laurel Lea St. Matthew’s Presbyterian Church, 837 Exmouth St., 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. For more, visit www.llsmpc.ca or call 519-337-7078
Fall Bazaar
St. Clair Retirement Home’s fall bazaar at 170 Front St. S., 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Vendors include Watkins, Avon, Scensty, Christmas Crafts, jewelry, white elephant talbe, clothing and baked goods. Proceeds to resident group fund. For more, call 519-336-1455
Sunday, Nov. 13
Family Sunday
Learn about foreground and background and how to produce landscapes with tissue paper. Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery, 147 Lochiel St., 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Free and open to all ages. For more, call 519-336-8127
Breakfast Fundraiser
Our Lady of Mercy’s Knights of Columbus sponsoring a breakfast to support Rayjon’s hurricane relief efforts. 390 Christina St. N., 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Breakfast includes pancakes, sausages and eggs. Cost $6 adults, $3 children under 12. For more, contact McKillican at 519-862-1963 or [email protected]
Monday, Nov. 14
Lunch & Learn
Karen Riley from Hogan Pharmacy discusses Eating Healthy Over the Holidays at the Strangway Centre, 260 East St. N., 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Cost $10 for non-members. Includes lunch. To register, call 519-332-0656
Makerspace
Monthly gathering to discuss making at the Sarnia Library Makerspace. Help plan what new maker workshops you would like to see. At Sarnia Library, 124 Christina St. S., 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. For more, call 519-337-3291
The Choking Game
Parents and teens aged 13-16 invited to learn about dangerous challenges and games occurring in the community. Lakeshore Community Church, 2815 Old Lakeshore Rd., 6:30 p.m. Also on Nov. 15. For more, visit Jacob's Legacy of Love on Facebook or email [email protected]
Lunchtime Yoga
Provided by Twin Bridges NPLC and suitable for all levels. At Lighthouse Community Church, 152 Parker St., 12:15 p.m. to 12:45 p.m. Mondays until Dec. 5. Register at www.tbnplc.com
or 226-776-9030
Chair Yoga
Classes offered by Twin Bridges NPLC’s certified yoga instructor and suitable to all levels. At Lighthouse Community Church, 152 Parker St., 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Mondays until Dec. 5. Register at www.tbnplc.com or 226-776-9030
Tuesday, Nov. 15
Cooking Class
Rapids Family Health Team offering free class on Healthy Diabetes Cooking. 1150 Pontiac Dr., 5:30 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Healthy for Holidays
Food and information for diabetes prevention and management. Learn tips for staying healthy through the holiday season, with holiday recipes from a dietician. West Lambton Community Health Centre, 429 Exmouth St., 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Limited enrollment. To register, call 519-344-3017, ext. 259
Forest Excelsior Band
Concert featuring the Forest Excelsior Band and vocalist Theresa Wallis. Sarnia Library auditorium, 124 Christina St. S., 8 p.m. Admission by freewill donation. For more, call 519-337-3291
Wednesday, Nov. 16
Cooking Class
Rapids Family Health Team offering a free class on cooking with whole grains. 1150 Pontiac Dr., 1:30 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Ham Dinner
Ham and scalloped potatoes with dessert, coffee and tea. Canon Davis Memorial Church, 380 Russell St. N., 5 p.m. Cost $15 adults, $7 children. For more, call 519-344-9531
Artist Workshop
Sarnia Artists’ Workshop presents Watercolour Landscapes with Janet Morris at Grace United Church, 900 Cathcart Blvd., 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Cost $5. For more, visit www.sarniaartistsworkshop.com or email [email protected]
Thursday, Nov. 17
Cooking Class
Rapids Family Health Team offering a free class on cooking with whole grains. 1150 Pontiac Dr., 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Rhythm & Rhyme
For ages 0 to 23 months with caregiver. Sarnia Children’s Library, 124 Christina St. S., 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. For more, call 519-337-3291
Teen Advisory Group
Use all Makerspace equipment as a TAG. Teens can earn high school volunteer hours for attending. Sarnia Library, 124 Christina St. S., 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. For more, call 519-337-3291
Taxes for Artists
Bring questions and concerns about doing taxes as a self-employed artist to Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery’s tax information/presentation session with Brian Borts. Free. 147 Lochiel St., 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. To register, call 519-336-8127 ext. 3326 or visit the gallery’s website.
Friday, Nov. 18
Rhythm & Rhyme
For ages 0 to 23 months with caregiver. Sarnia Children’s Library, 124 Christina St. S., 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. For more, call 519-337-3291
Treasure Sale
At St. Giles Church, two-day sale featuring baking, turkey pies, frozen meals, books, puzzles, housewares, jewelry and more., 770 Lakeshore Rd., Friday 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free admission. For more, call 519-542-2253
Beauty and the Beast
Theatre Sarnia’s production of “Beauty and the Beast” opens at the Imperial Theatre, 168 Christina St. N., 7:30 p.m. on Nov. 18, 19, and 23-26. Also on Nov. 20 at 2 p.m. For tickets, call 519-344-7469 or visit www.imperialtheatre.net
Saturday, Nov. 19
Chuch Bazaar
Talk O’ the Town Bazaar includes turkey and apple pies, baked goods, harvest table, sewing, knitting, handmade soap, treasures, jewelry and a lunchroom. Free admission. St. Bartholomew’s Church, 718 Cathcart Blvd., 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more, email [email protected]
Gadget Gallery
Lambton County Library's Travelling Gadget Gallery offers assistance on topics ranging from navigating online catalogues, to downloading and streaming various types of media. Bring tablets, laptops, eReaders and login information for the Apple or Google Play Store. At Mallroad Library, 1362 Lambton Mall Rd., 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. For more, call 519-845-3324 ext. 5221
Hike
Medium level, three-hour hike of Springwater Conservation Area. For details and sign up, visit www.lambtonoutdoorclub.org/hiking
Artisan Sale
Christmas artisan, craft and vendor sale at DeGroot’s Nurseries, 1840 London Line, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Includes 100+ tables selling steeped tea, sewing, knitting, toys, photographic art, food products and more. DeGroot’s Teahouse with a cafe on location. For more, call 519-542-3435
Turkey Dinner
Lambton Centre presents a turkey dinner with live musical entertainment, at Central United Church, 220 George St., 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Cost $15 adults, $10 in advance, and $8 children under 12, or $5 in advance. Proceeds to the Centre and Summer Camp. Takeout available. For more, call 519-786-5663
Nutcracker Ballet
St. Clair Youth Ballet perform excerpts from the Nutcracker at the Sarnia Library Theatre, 124 Christina St. S., 2 p.m. Tickets $10 and available Monday and Wednesday at Sarnia Ballet School or Body Moves. For more, call 519-336-7987
Makerspace Program
For ages 8 and up. Sew a felt coin bank at Sarnia Children’s Library, 124 Christina St. S., 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-337-3291
Open House & eLibrary
Drop-in to Mallroad Library for refreshments, door prizes and kids’ crafts. At the eLibrary Showcase, learn about tablets and eReaders, discover how to navigate new online catalogue and explore Freegal and PressReader. 1362 Lambton Mall Rd., 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For more, call 519-542-2580
Christmas Home Tour
IODE Sarnia Lambton Municipal Chapter’s 10th and final two-day Christmas Home Tour, showcasing five festively decorated heritage and contemporary Sarnia homes. Saturday and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets $15, at DeGroot’s Nurseries, and Indian, Exmouth, and Murphy Shoppers Drug Marts. For more, call 519-899-4318
Christmas Bazaar
Turkey and apple pies, attic treasures, deli and bake table, handmade items, books, and more. Coffee and muffins for $2. Bring your own shopping bag. Paterson Memorial Church, 120 Russell St. S., 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. For more, call 519-336-3424
Craft and Bake Sale
Trinity Anglican Church holding its antique craft and bake sale at 1194 Murphy Rd., 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Items include jewelry, crafts, homemade baking and more. For more, call 519-542-9261
Christmas Bazaar
Two-day bazaar featuring baking, preserves, knitting, attic treasures, gift baskets and pies at Sacred Heart Church, 1465 Lecaron, Saturday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and following 5:30 p.m. mass. Sunday, following 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. masses. For more, call 519-344-2992
MADD Voluntary Toll
Sarnia Police and OPP join MADD volunteers and students in collecting donations at various retail locations. Money used to fight drunk driving. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more, call Carol at 519-339-9962
Christmas Bazaar
St. Michael’s Church holding its annual Christmas Bazaar at 1920 Wildwood Dr., Bright’s Grove, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Items include baking, gift baskets, handmade quilts, sewing, crafts, a silent auction, jewelry and more. All welcome. For more, call 519-542-5944
Roast Beef Dinner
Roast beef dinner at High Park United Church, 1081 Brenchley St, 5 p.m. Includes potatoes, vegetables, dinner rolls and dessert. Cost $15. For more, call 519-336-9251
Sunday, Nov. 20
Holiday Cafe
Holiday Cafe 2016 featuring Seaway Sounds, at St. Thomas Aquinas Church Hall, 931 Champlain Rd. Doors open 1:30 p.m., show begins at 2 p.m. Wheelchair accessible. Includes raffle to support local charity. Tickets, $12 adults, $6 for 12 and under. Call Kelly at 519-383-5582
Roast Pork Dinner
Roast pork dinner with homemade dessert at Camlachie United Chuch, 6784 Camlachie Rd., 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Cost $15 adults, $6 children ages 6 to 10, free children 5 and under. Takeout available. Fully accessible building. For tickets call, 519-899-4720 or leave a message at 519-542-7089
Monday, Nov. 21
Adult Colouring
All supplies provided, or bring your own. Free. At West Lambton Community Health Centre, 429 Exmouth St., 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. To register, call 519-344-3017, ext. 259
Wednesday, Nov. 23
Cooking Class
Rapids Family Health Team offering free class on cooking with whole grains. 481 Colborne Rd., 10 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Living With Diabetes
Rapids Family Health Team offering a two-hour group session providing an overview of How to Live Well with Diabetes at 1150 Pontiac Dr., 1:30 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Diabetes Prevention
Rapids Family Health Team offering a free diabetes prevention class at 233 Cameron St., Corunna, 1:30 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Adult Colouring
At Sarnia Library, 124 Christina St. S., 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. For more, call 519-337-3291
L.A.C.E
Ladies Assessment of Current Events is a monthly discussion series focusing on current events. Bright’s Grove Library, 2618 Hamilton Rd., 1:45 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. Must pre-register for calling 519-869-2351
Art Workshop
After-school workshop for ages 9-13. Learn about nature conversation with a focus on monarch butterflies. Make art from homemade butterfly milkweed seed paper. Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery, 147 Lochiel St., 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Also on Nov. 24. To register, call 519-336-8127 ext. 3226 or visit the gallery’s website.
Brain Injury Talk
Carl R. Lokko, a clinical social worker, will discuss counselling and consulting services at a meeting of the Brain Injury Association Sarnia-Lambton. Free. 1705 London Line, 6 p.m. For more, call 519-337-5657
Thursday, Nov. 24
Film Screening
Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery screening of Ansiktet, the Magician. Series recommended for mature viewers only. Free. At 147 Lochiel St., 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. To register, call 519-336-8127, ext. 3226 or visit gallery website.
Age-Friendly Community
City of Sarnia hosts an Age-Friendly Sarnia community summit to present and discuss research findings and create an Age-Friendly Action Plan. Lambton College Event Centre, 1485 London Rd., 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Prizes drawn for completing surveys. Register at agefriendlysarnia.com or contact Dale Mosley at 519-332-0330, ext. 3307 or [email protected]
Advent Organ Series
Central United Church’s ‘Downtown Noon Hour Organ Series’ at 220 George St., featuring Alma Roberts of Knox Church, St. Thomas and Robert Tower of Central United, Sarnia. For more, call 519-344-4561