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Wednesday, Oct. 5
Child Car Seat
Lambton Public Health and community partners holding a child car seat clinic. Seats must be installed prior to attending. Parents must bring their car seat manual, vehicle manual and child to the clinic. At Fire Hall, 240 East St., 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. For more, call at 519-344-2062, ext. 2346
Painted Rocks
Sarnia Artists’ Workshop presents an acrylic painting class with Margaret Bauer, Grace United Church, 900 Cathcart Blvd., 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Cost is $5. For more, visit www.sarniaartistsworkshop.com or email [email protected]
Concert Association
The Sarnia Concert Association presents Debussy vs Ravel: The Judgement of Paris, which combines chamber music with story-telling. Imperial Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Tickets, $40 adults, $25 students, available by calling 519-344-7469 or at the door.
Youth Ensemble
International Symphony Orchestra welcomes young string players of all levels to particpate in St. Cecilia’s Youth Ensemble. Weekly rehearsals. Modest fee with assistance available. First rehearsal, Lochiel Kiwanis Centre, 180 College St. N., 6:30 p.m. For more, call 519-337-7775 or email [email protected]
Speech Contest
Area 71 Toastmasters hosting an evening of humerous speeches and table topics at the Sarnia Public Library Auditorium, 6:15 p.m., Cost $5. For more, contact Elizabeth at [email protected]
Yoga
Classes offered by Twin Bridges NPLC’s certified yoga instructor. Suitable to all levels. At Lighthouse Community Church, 152 Parker St., 5:30 pm. To 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays until Oct. 26. Register at www.tbnplc.com or 226-776-9030
Turkey Bingo
25 regular games, four cards for $20, including a “special game” of $2 per strip. First prize $500 RBC prepaid Visa card. At the Corunna Legion, 350 Albert St. Doors open 6 p.m., play at 7 p.m. All welcome, food available, wheelchair accessible. For more, call 519-862-1240
Living With Diabetes
Rapids Family Health Team offering a free workshop that provides a general overview on living well with diabetes. 1150 Pontiac Dr., 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Thursday, Oct. 6
Seniors Tai Chi
A six-week series at the Mooretown Sports Complex, 1166 Emily St., Mooretown., 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Led by a certified instructor. To register for this free program, call Troy at 519-786-4545, ext. 281
Low Impact Exercise
West Lambton Community Health Centre’s low impact exercise classes at Cantara Park’s covered picnic pavilion, north of the bandshell. Every Thursday until Oct. 27, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. For more, call 519-344-3017, ext. 237
Seniors’ Tai Chi
West Lambton Community Health Centre’s free six-week series at the Mooretown Sports Complex, 1166 Emily St., Mooretown, 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Led by a Certified Instructor. To register, call Troy at 519-786-4545, ext. 281
Chronic Disease
“Master Your Health” is a six-week program from people living with chronic disease. At the West Lambton Community Health Centre, 429 Exmouth St., 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Every Thursday until Nov. 10. To register, call 519-344-3017, ext. 259
Cookbook Club
Share favourite recipes and get new ones. Bright’s Grove Library, 2618 Hamilton Rd., 6:45 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-869-2351
Books and Robots
Listen to a story and explore the world of robots at Sarnia Children’s Library, 124 Christina St. S., 4 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. For kids school age. Also on Oct. 13 and 20. Must pre-register by calling 519-337-3291
Board Games Night
Provides attendees with the opportunity to meet and game with other board gamers. Meetings held upstairs in the magazine area. Also on Oct. 13, 20 and 27. At Sarnia Library, 124 Christina St. S., 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. For more, call 519-337-3291
Maker Meet-Up
An opportunity for makers to meet to create together in the Makerspace. Also on Oct. 13, 20 and 27. At Sarnia Library, 124 Christina St. S., 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more, call 519-337-3291
Friday, Oct. 7
Golf Tournament
Sarnia Elks Open 2016 Golf Scramble at St. Clair Parkway Golf Course, 132 Moore Line, Mooretown, 11 a.m. Includes golf, meal and prizes. Cost $60 or $240 a team. All welcome. Send entry to Box 1267, Corunna ON, N0N 1G0, 519-862-2077. For more, email [email protected]
Live Music
Live music during First Friday at the Cheeky Monkey, 130 Christina St. N., 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. starting with Mike Blackmore. Special appearance by Theatre Sarnia’s “Rock of Ages” cast members at 7 p.m. For more, call 519-332-0978
Stress Management
Rapids Family Health Team offering a free workshop to help effectively manage stress at 1150 Pontiac Dr., 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949. Also in Corunna at 233 Cameron St., 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-813-9800
Art Exhibition
Artist Kirsten Anderson opens a solo show at the Lawrence House featuring 13 of her abstract expressionist paintings. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., 127 Christina St. S. For more, call 1-647-527-4267 or email [email protected]
Art Gallery Movember
Start the “Movember” season at the Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery by making a faux mustache. 147 Lochiel St., 6 p.m. to 9p.m. For more, call 519-336-8127
Saturday, Oct. 8
‘50s & ‘60s Dance
Featuring Wolfeman DJ and a live tribute to Buddy Holly by Buddy Shea, at the Sarnia Legion, 286 Front St. N., starting at 8 p.m. For more, call 519-433-2579
Button Making
At Makerspace in Sarnia Children’s Library, 124 Christina St. S., 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. For more, call 519-337-3291
Necomimi Ears
For ages 8 and up. At Makerspace in Sarnia Children’s Library, 124 Christina St. S., 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-337-3291
Sunday, Oct. 9
Family Sunday
Make a fall wreath to decorate the door inspired by autumn’s palette at 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
Tuesday, Oct. 11
Join The Chorus
Sarnia Bluewater Chordsmen begin practices for their annual Christmas Chorus performances. No auditions, no cost. Music provided. Tuesdays at 7 p.m., All Saints Anglican Church parish hall, Vidal and Charlotte streets. For more, call David at 519-339-9927
Genealogy
Researchers Tom Slater & Randy Evans will discuss the History of Sarnia’s “Big Tom” Cannon at a meeting of the Lambton County Branch of Ontario Genealogical Society, at the LDS Church, 1400 Murphy Rd. 7:30 p.m. Free & open to public. For more, call 519-383-0468 or email [email protected]
Sleep Health
Twin Bridges NPLC offering a three-week program focused on achieving optimal wellness with strategies to achieve restorative sleep. 109 Crawford St., 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesdays until Oct. 25. Register at www.tbnplc.com or 226-776-9030
Cooking Class
Rapids Family Health Team offering a free class on recipe makeover at 1150 Pontiac Dr., 5:30 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Wednesday, Oct. 12
Green Drinks
Brenda Lorenz and Darrell Randell will lead a discussion on de-listing the St. Clair River at a Green Drinks environmental roundtable. Free, all welcome. 100 Christina St. North, doors open 6:30 p.m. For more, visit www.greendrinks.org/ON/Sarnia
Open Studio
Sarnia Artists’ Workshop presents a free open studio at Grace United Church, 900 Cathcart Blvd., 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. For more, visit www.sarniaartistsworkshop.com or email [email protected]
Heart Smart Choices
Twin Bridges NPLC offering a two- session program to lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart disease. The second session is on Oct. 19. 109 Crawford St., 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Register at www.tbnplc.com or 226-776-9030
Living With Diabetes
Rapids Family Health Team offering a free workshop that provides a general overview on living well with diabetes at 233 Cameron St., Corunna, 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Film Workshop
For ages 9 to 13. Ian Alexander will show the ins and outs of pre-production planning, filmings, editing and acting. Explore Sarnia’s downtown while producing a short film. Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery, 147 Lochiel St., 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Free. To register, call 519-336-8127 or 519-344-2062
Friday, Oct. 14
Garage Sale
Two-day sale at Central United Church, 220 George St., Friday 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Items include fall and winter clothing, household items, appliances and furniture, books, cookbooks, jewelry, toys, knitting supplies, plants and more. For more, call 519-344-4561
Saturday, Oct. 15
Bingo
Mayflower Rebekah Lodge holding a bingo night at All-Saint’s Church, 498 Lyndoch St., Corunna, 7 p.m. Includes door prizes, no cash prizes. Must be 18+ to play. For more, call 519-466-5564
Baby to Teen Sale
Bi-annual fundraising sale at Bethel Pentecostal Church, 1565 London Line, 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. with proceeds to Neighbourlink Sarnia-Lambton. For sale: baby to teen items including clothing, toys, bedding, DVDs, books, games, strollers, etc. For more, call Cindy at 519-344-3283.
Live Music
Lost Pilgims perform a blend of bluegrass, country, folk and Celtic music at Paterson Memorial Church, for the church’s 85th anniversary. 120 Russell St. S., 7 p.m. Tickets $15 in advance, $17 at the door, available by calling office at 519-344-6422, June at 519-337-3445 or Marilyn at 519-344-6360
Axe Throwing
An axe throwing competition called Kick Hunger’s Axe in support of the Inn of the Good Shepherd, at Valley Axe, 1886 London Line, 9 a.m. No experience required. Training and safety rules provided. Team of five costs $200. For more, contact Erica at [email protected] or 519-344-1746, ext. 303.
Symphony Opener
The International Symphony Orchestra opens it 2016-17 season with “In the Beginning…” under the baton of music director Douglas A. Bianchi ,with guest pianist Robert Conway. Imperial Theatre, 168 Christina St. N., 7:30 p.m. For more, call Anne at 519-337-7775 or the theatre at 519-332-6591
Bluewater Country Bazaar
Bluewater Country’s annual bazaar at 5700 Blackwell Sideroad, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Includes bake table, white elephant table, raffles, and prizes. All welcome. For more, call Sue at 226-313-2261, or 519-542-2787
Makerspace Ozobot
For ages 8 and up. 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
Electric Library
An opportunity to have device-related questions answered. Participants encouraged to bring their tablets, laptops, eReaders, and other devices along with login information for Apple or Google Play Store. Sarnia Library, 124 Christina St. S., 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-337-3291
Gadget Gallery
Learn about electronic devices you can use to download eBooks, eMusic, eMovies, eMagazines and eAudiobooks from the library. Sarnia Library, 124 Christina St. S., 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. For more, call 519-337-3291
Free Movie
Showing Hotel Transylvania 1 at Sarnia Children’s Library, 124 Christina St. S., 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. For more, call 519-337-3291
Fall Fair
Annual fall fair at Grace United Church, 990 Cathcart Blvd., 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Chili, soups, baked goods, books, DVDs, Tea & Muffin Room, vendors, BBQ and horse & wagon rides. Entry $2 for adults, free for children 12 and under. To volunteer contact Pauline at [email protected] or call 519-339-9763.
Murder Mystery Dinner
The theme is “Ghouls Just Want to Have Fun.” Costume is required. Tickets $75 per person. Each ticket includes $25 charitable donation tax receipt. Only 30 tickets available. Location to be given with ticket purchase. At 5:30 p.m. For tickets, call Cheryl at 519-312-7128
Canoeing and Kayaking
Easy, three-hour paddle in the Shetland area. For details and sign up, visit www.lambtonoutdoorclub.org/canoe-kayaking
Hike
Medium level, three-hour hike of the Bright’s Grove Loop in Howard Watson Trail. For details and sign up, visit www.lambtonoutdoorclub.org/hiking
Curator Talk
Join Darryn Doull, the curator of ‘In the Shadow of the Millennium’ at Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery, for talk and tour. At 147 Lochiel St., 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free. To register, call 519-336-8127
Sunday, Oct. 16
Rayjon Trip Info
Information session for anyone interested in joining a Rayjon Awareness Trip to Haiti or Dominican Republic during March break 2017. Grace United Church, 990 Cathcart Blvd., 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Teens 16 and up and all adults welcome. For more, call Bryce at 519-542-1542, or Joanna at 519-869-2659
Christian Concert
Cornerstone Anglican Church presents award-winning Christian recording artist Greg Sykes, 1273 Exmouth St. inside Sarnia Christian School, 6 p.m. Admission free, freewill offering appreciated. For more, call 519-491-5384
Family Sunday
Based on Mitch Robertson’s “Star Values,” participants will choose a constellation to create a watercolour painting using star stickers, wax crayons, and salt. Free and open to all ages. Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery, 147 Lochiel St., 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. For more, call 519-336-8127
Canoeing and Kayaking
Medium level, four-hour paddle in Walpole Island area. For details and sign up, visit www.lambtonoutdoorclub.org/canoe-kayaking
Toronto-based Holocaust survivor and peace activist Suzanne Weiss will discuss dismantling barriers in Israel, 10:30 a.m., Central United Church, 220 George St. Question and answer period to follow. For more, call 519-344-4561 or email [email protected]
JNAAG Family Sunday
Create moon reflectors using tin foil and cardboard, based on Maggie Groat’s work. Free, open to all ages. At Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery, 147 Lochiel St., 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. For more, call 519-336-8127