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Week of Oct. 6

What’s happening events must be open to the public, of general interest, 60 words or less, and received at least two weeks prior to the event.
Whats Happening

What’s happening events must be open to the public, of general interest, 60 words or less, and received at least two weeks prior to the event. Please include ticket prices, if any, and a phone number or website where readers can obtain more information. Email notices to [email protected]

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


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