WHAT’S HAPPENING
What’s Happening events must be open to the public, of general public 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, Nov. 19
Financial Literacy
Financial literacy workshop providing the tools and knowledge to better understand and manage personal finances. Goodwill Career Centre, 1249 London Rd. 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. To register, call 519-332-4333
Horticultural AGM
All welcome to attend the Sarnia Horticultural Society’s annual general meeting. Bring seeds, bulbs, corms to exchange, and a treat. DeGroot’s Nurseries Green Room, 7 p.m. For more, call Barb at 519-332-5837
Church dinner
All invited to Canon Davis Memorial Church for a ham and scalloped potato dinner, 380 Russell St S., 5 p.m. $13 adults, $6 children. Take-out available. To reserve tickets, call 519-332-1926
Thursday, Nov. 20
Poor Boy Luncheon
Ladies of the Corunna Legion hosting a poor boy luncheon as the campaign kickoff for 33rd annual Operation Christmas Tree, a holiday food and toy collection program for less fortunate families. All welcome, free will donation, 350 Albert St., 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more, call Fred at 519-862-2379 or visit www.operationchristmastree.caFM Transmitter
New Adventures in Sound Art leads a sound-based workshop about the process of creating your own operational FM micro-transmitter. 7 p.m., the Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery. For more, call 519-336-8127, ext. 3227
Friday, Nov. 21
P.D. Day at Library
Sarnia Children’s Library hosts P.D. Day activities from 2:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Includes a story and other activities. For more, call 519-337-3291
Gala for Harmony
Second annual charity gala in support of Harmony for Youth, including a silent auction, live music from The Lefty’s, pizza buffet and appetizers. Boston Pizza, 1400 Exmouth St., 7 p.m. Tickets, $25, available at Boston Pizza, Damar Security and Harmony office. For more, call 519-336-0344
Secret Santa Shoppe
Children can do their Christmas shopping for others at Pathway Health Centre. All gifts are pre-wrapped, $3 to $10, in support of Pathways. Friday, Nov. 21 and 28, 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday, Nov. 22 and 29, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Sunday, Nov. 23 and 30, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more, call 519-542-3471
Greenhaven Bazaar
The Green Haven Park office hosting a bazaar from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. featuring homemade meat pies, stained glass and more. Non-perishable food or cash donations for Inn of the Good Shepherd and Salvation Army accepted. For more, call 519-542-4803
Saturday, Nov. 22
Revolution
The Sarnia Justice Film Festival’s second offering of the season is Revolution, a film about changing the world from documentary filmmaker Rob Stewart who journeys through 15 countries over four years. Sarnia Library Theatre, 7 p.m., followed by discussion. Admission free, donations gladly accepted. For more, visit www.Facebook.com/SarniaJusticeFilmFestival
Christmas Bazaar
At Paterson Memorial Church, featuring frozen meat, turkey and apple pies, attic treasures, deli and bake table, handmade items, books, etc. Coffee and muffins $2. Please bring your own shopping bags. 120 S. Russell St., from 9:30 a.m. to 12 noon. For more, call 519-344-6422
Church Bazaar
At St. Michael Church in Bright’s Grove, featuring tourtieres, baking, unique gift baskets, quilting, sewing, crafts, books etc. All welcome, 1920 Wildwood Dr., 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more, call 519-869-2845
Fall Bazaar
At Sacred Heart Church, two day bazaar featuring baking, preserves, knitting, attic treasures, books, jewelry, accessories, etc., as well as meat and fruit pies for sale. 1465 Lecaron Ave, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. For more, call Linda at 519-542-8322
Pub Night
At Our Lady of Mercy Hall, featuring the Jack Doyle’s “Kitchen Party Band” with a cash bar, draw, prizes and pizza available. 390 Christina St N., 6:30 p.m. Tickets, $5, available at Parish office, 1011 Oak St. or by calling 519-336-2653, ext. 13
Craft & Vendor Sale
At St. Paul’s United Church, featuring more than 25 vendors offering crafts, jewelry, wooden roses, steeped tea, Tupperware, Arbonne, Mary Kay, Avon, etc. Free admission, 360 Devine St., 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more, contact Jennie at 519-383-8723
Craft & Vendor Sale
More than 100 display tables set up for a free public craft, vendor and yard sale at DeGroot’s Nurseries, 1840 London Line, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more, call Lynn at 519-542-3435 x235
Christmas Bake Sale
At St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church, a selection of Greek sweets and more, 1299 Murphy Road, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more, contact Father Chrysostomos at 519-542-1142, [email protected]
Sunday, Nov. 23
Roast Beef Dinner
At St. Bartholomew’s Church, a community roast beef dinner, 718 Cathcart Blvd., 5 p.m. Tickets, $15, children under 12 free, available at the door or by calling 519-383-6933, Tuesday to Friday, 9 a.m. or 1 p.m.
Action in the Gallery
Put away the pencils and make art with your body, while learning about the relationship between sound and movement. 1 p.m., the Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery. For more, call 519-336-8127, ext. 3227
Monday, Nov. 24
Arm Knitting
The Mallroad Library hosts a workshop on Arm Knitting for adults and kids, ages 10 and up, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. $15, includes all materials. To pre-register, call 519-542-2580
Tablet Lesson
Adults can learn how to set up and use a tablet from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Point Edward Library. Also, have computer related questions answered. To pre-register, call 519-336-3291
The Night Sky
Amateur astronomer Richard Weatherston will discuss the wonders of the night sky and humankind’s attempts to understand the universe at a meeting of Lambton Wildlife. Free admission, YMCA Careers Centre, 660 Oakdale Ave. For more, visit www.lambtonwildlife.com
Tuesday, Nov. 25
Live Auction
The Girlfriends Giving Goodwill live auction features door prizes and new and almost new fashions. A fundraiser for Goodwill Industries – Essex Kent Lambton, at Jack Doyle’s, doors open 5:30 p.m., auction at 7:00 p.m. Tickets, $25, available by calling Gayle at 519-332-0440, ext. 26
Wednesday, Nov. 26
Bridge Luncheon
Dunlop United Church holding a snowman bridge luncheon, with proceeds to the church kitchen fund. 757 Rosedale Ave., Tickets, $8.50, available by calling Gail at 519-542-2720
Thursday, Nov. 27
Healthy for the Holidays
Presented by West Lambton Community Health Centre and the Canadian Diabetes Association. Cooking demonstration part of a fun evening with food and information. 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., 429 Exmouth St. For more, call Janice at 519-344-3017 ext. 259 or email [email protected] to register
Phil Jenkins
Ottawa-based author, journalist, musician and historian Phil Jenkins reads from his novel, An Acre of Time. 7 p.m., the Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery. For more, call 519-336-8127, ext. 3227
Turbine Film
We’re Against Industrial Turbines sponsoring a free screening of the documentary Down Wind, Sarnia Library theatre, 124 Christina St., 7 p.m. For more, call Floyd at 519-899-4438
