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Thursday, Feb. 13
Shibashi
West Lambton Community Health Centre offering Shibashi sessions at All Saints Anglican Church, 248 Vidal St. N., 11 a.m. Perfect for beginners. Thursdays until March 26. Register at first class. For more, call 519-344-3017
Soups On Luncheon
The Corunna United Church is holding a “Soups On” Luncheon with a variety of soups, bread and dessert. 198 Hill St., 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Takeout available. Freewill offering for ACCESS Open Minds Sarnia Lambton c/o Bluewater Health Foundation. All welcome. For more, call Sylvia at 519-862-1040
Community Choir
Sarnia and District Community Choir invites anyone interested in singing to a musical afternoon. No auditions or music reading required. Redeemer Lutheran Church, 429 Indian Rd. N., 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Sacred and secular music. For more, visit www.sarniaanddistrictcommunitychoir.com or email [email protected]
Friday, Feb. 14
Souper Lunch
Prepare two nutritious soups at West Lambton Community Health Centre’s “Souper Lunch Friday.” Bring own containers to take soup home. St. Luke’s United Church, 350 Indian Rd. S., 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Free. Register by calling 519-344-3017, ext. 259
Self-Compassion
A two-part series to explore the concept and practice of self-compassion through group discussion and personal reflection. Twin Bridges NPLC, 153 Christina St. S., 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Also on Feb. 21st. Register at www.tbnplc.com
Singing Valentines
The Bluewater Chordsmen are offering singing valentines on Feb. 14 and 15. Includes 3 songs from the quartet, a rose and a card with a personalized message from sender. $40 city deliveries, $60 county deliveries or group Valentine’s. All proceeds to charity. For more, call David at 226-402-3060
Prime Rib Dinner
Point Edward Service Club hosting a prime rib dinner with all the trimmings. 6 p.m., 503 Michigan Ave. Tickets, $25, are limited. For more, call 519-337-9822
HUB Youth Advisory
The HUB invites youth ages 16-24 interested in entrepreneurship, employment and leadership skills or an idea for a youth-led social enterprise to join a community conversation starter. Sarnia-Lambton Rebound, 10 Lorne Cres., 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Transportation available by contacting [email protected]
Saturday, Feb. 15
Ballroom Dance
A Valentine’s themed ballroom dance at the Sarnia Legion, 286 Front St. N., 8 p.m. to 11 p.m., with a Papa Loves Mambo Workshop at 7:30 p.m. All welcome, $30/couple for non-members of Sarnia Ballroom Dancing Club. For more, visit sarniaballroomdancingclub.ca or call George 519-542-7438
Jam Session
The Sarnia Legion hosts a “Jam at the Legion” event every third Saturday of the month. 286 Front St. N., 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Musicians invited to bring instruments and join in. For more, call 519-336-2841
Sunday, Feb. 16
Roast Beef Dinner
St. Bartholomew’s is hosting a roast beef dinner, 718 Cathcart Blvd., 5 p.m. Cost $18 adults, children under 12 free. Accessible building. Tickets available at door, or by calling 519-383-6933
Monday, Feb. 17
Retro Video Games
Refined Fool presents District Beta VR and Retro Video Game Family Day afternoon. 1326 London Rd., 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Free. For more, call 519-402-4111
Tuesday, Feb. 18
Gladu Nomination
The local Conservative Party riding association inviting supporters to sign MP Marilyn Gladu’s nomination papers in her bid to become the next Conservative Party leader. Navy Club, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., 1420 Lougar St. in Sarnia. For more, call 519-479-0718
Full Life
A session to help sleep better, feel happier, gain energy, enjoy better relationships, and help others. West Lambton Community Health Centre, 429 Exmouth St., 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesdays until April 7. To register, call 519-344-3017, ext. 259
Winter Luau
Wear vacation wear at the Strangway Centre’s Winter Warm Up Luau. 260 East St. N., 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. $6 for non-members. Register in advance. For more, call 519-332-0656
Sea Cadets
The Sarnia 132 Repulse Sea Cadets is a free program for youth ages 12 to 18 that includes weekend camps, music lessons, fitness and sailing. Meetings are held Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., in the basement of the downtown post office. For more, call 519-337-9842
Wednesday, Feb. 19
Facts and Chat
Strangway Centre holding a “Facts and Chat” on the Shine at Home program. 260 East St. N., 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Free. Register in advance. For more, call 519-332-0656
Horticulture
Holly Chaytor will discuss growing plants from seed at a meeting of the Sarnia Horticultural Society. All welcome. Free admission. Memberships available. 7 p.m. Lochiel Kiwanis Centre, 180 College Ave. N. From more, call Barb at 519-332-5837
Chair Exercise
A free program sponsored by VON offering moves done sitting or standing beside a chair. St. Bartholomew’s Church, 718 Cathcart Blvd., 10 a.m. Mondays and Wednesdays. Register during first attendance. For more, contact [email protected]
Thursday, Feb. 20
Pasta Fest
At the Dante Club, featuring a pasta dinner, silent auction and bake table. Takeout available. Proceeds support the Alternative Lifeskills Learning and Medically Fragile programs at Alexander Mackenzie Secondary School. 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., 1330 London Rd. $12 adults, $8 children. For more, call 519-542-9311
Alzheimer Society
Sarnia Alzheimer Society is partnering with the Lambton OPP to host a registry day, an chance for individuals living with dementia to be registered as someone at risk of going missing. Point Edward Council Chambers, 135 Kendall St., 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Refreshments provided. For more, call 510-332-4444
Saturday, Feb. 22
Coldest Night
The Coldest Night of the Year is a fundraising walk held to raise money for NeighbourLink Sarnia-Lambton and better understand the experience of people on the street. Up to 200 walkers and 25 teams expected. 2k, 5k, and 10k routes. Starts 5 p.m. at Sarnia Christian School, 1273 Exmouth St. For more, call Corene at 519-336-5465 or email [email protected]
Movie Music
The International Symphony Orchestra presents an evening of great movie music, including scores from Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings and Pirates of the Caribbean. 7:30 p.m., Imperial Theatre, 168 Christina St. N. For tickets, call 519-337-7775
Hike
The Lambton Outdoor Club is hiking at Pinery Provincial Park. For more, visit www.lambtonoutdoorclub.org
Fish Fry
Point Edward Service Club is hosting an all-you-can-eat fish fry. 503 Michigan Ave., 5 p.m. $17 per person. For more, call 519-337-9822
Sunday, Feb. 23
Film Screening
cineSarnia presents “Sometimes, Always, Never,” a comedy/drama about a Scrabble-obsessed man who searches for his son who stormed off one night after arguing over a two-letter word. Sarnia Library, 124 Christina St. S., 7:30 p.m. Also on Feb. 24. Rush tickets $10. For more, visit www.cinesarnia.com or @cinesarnia on Twitter
Monday, Feb. 24
Mini Medical School
Dr. Allison Crombeen and Dr. Glenna Cuccarolo to speak about “Understanding Resuscitation,” at Bluewater Health’s Mini Medical School. 89 Norman St., Auditorium, Level 2, London Rd. Building, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. No scented products. For more and to register, email [email protected]
Tea and Talk
Strangway Centre holding a “Tea and Talk” on Communication in Healthy Relationships. 260 East St. N., 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Cost $2. Register in advance. For more, call 519-332-0656
Chair Exercise
A free program sponsored by VON offering simple moves done sitting or standing beside a chair. St. Bartholomew’s Church, 718 Cathcart Blvd., 10 a.m. Mondays and Wednesdays. Register during first attendance. For more, contact [email protected]
Wildlife Presentation
Winifred Wake of Nature London will speak about Chimney Swifts, their life story, how to witness a wildlife spectacle, the challenges they face, and how volunteer monitors can help. YMCA Learning Centre, 680 Oakdale Ave., 7 p.m. For more, visit lambtonwildlife.com
Tuesday, Feb. 25
Shrove Tuesday
Pancake lunch at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 261 Christina St. N., 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Includes pancakes, sausages, tea/coffee and jello. Cost $7 adults, $3 children 7 and under. Extra servings of meat $3. For more, contact 519-332-2662 or [email protected]
Kitchen Basics
A hands-on session with a Registered Dietitian to learn the basics and principles of the kitchen. Twin Bridges NPLC, 153 Christina St. S. (Front St. entrance), 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Register at www.tbnplc.com
Pancake Supper
Camlachie United Church hosting all-you-care-to-eat pancake and sausage supper. Includes coffee, tea, dessert. 6784 Camlachie Rd., 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Tickets $10 adults, $5 children 6 to 10, children 5 and under free. Takeout available. Accessible, fragrance-free building. For more, visit www.camlachieunited.ca
Pancake Supper
Serving pancakes, sausages and dessert at St. Giles Presbyterian Church, 770 Lakeshore Rd., 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Cost is $7 adults, $3 children under 10. For more, call Suzanne at 519-542-2253
Sea Cadets
The Sarnia 132 Repulse Sea Cadets is a free program for youth ages 12 to 18 that includes weekend camps, music lessons, fitness and sailing. Meetings are held Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., in the basement of the downtown post office. For more, call 519-337-9842
Pancake Supper
Featuring sausages, pancakes, orange juice, tea and coffee at the Point Edward Service Club, 503 Michigan Ave., 5 p.m. $8/person, kids 5 and under free. For more, call 519-337-9822
Pancake Supper
Grace United Church hosting a pancake supper with all you can eat pancakes, crepes and sausages. Gluten-free available. Tickets at door, adults $10, children 10 and under $5. 990 Cathcart Blvd., 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Proceeds to church youth programs. For more, call 519-542-1203 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Pancake Supper
A Shrove Tuesday pancake and sausage supper at Canon Davis Memorial Church, 380 Russell St. N., 5 p.m. Cost $6 adults, $3 children under 12. To reserve tickets, call 519-344-9531
Wednesday, Feb. 26
Facts and Chat
Strangway Centre holding a “Facts and Chat” with an Adopt-a-Driveway Pilot Update. 260 East St. N., 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Free. Register in advance. For more, call 519-332-0656
Card Making
Make two cards at the Strangway Centre’s Card Making class. 260 East St. N., 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Cost $13.50. Register in advance. For more, call 519-332-0656
Parkinson’s Support
A special Parkinson’s Support meeting at Clearwater Arena, 1400 Wellington St., 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. People living with Parkinson’s meet in lower hall with Tai Chi instructor Master Jim Carrothers. Care partners meet in upper hall with Christine Wright of Alzheimer Society. For more, call 519-337-5330
Thursday, Feb. 27
Puzzle Competition
Refined Fool presents “Gettin’ Jigsaw With It.” Teams of 4 max will battle to complete a 500-piece puzzle in under 3 hours. 1326 London Rd., 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. $10/team or $2.50/person. Prize to winning team. Puzzle provided. For more, call 519-402-4111
Friday, Feb. 28
Weight Loss
Join a Registered Dietitian and a group of peers at West Lambton Community Health Centre’s monthly Waist Away Support Group. 429 Exmouth St., 10:30 a.m. Every fourth Friday. To register, call 519-344-3018, ext. 259
Pastalicious
Sample pasta, pizza and desserts from local eateries while supporting the Kidney Foundation. The Danta Club, 1330 London Rd., seatings at 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.. Tickets, $15, available at 519-344-3462 or email [email protected]
Colouring and Chat
Bring pencil crayons and colouring books for a session of colouring and conversation. Coffee provided. West Lambton Community Health Centre, 429 Exmouth St., 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. For more, call 519-344-3017, ext. 237
Saturday, Feb. 29
Hike
The Lambton Outdoor Club is hiking at the Dunes and Swales in Ipperwash. For more, visit www.lambtonoutdoorclub.org
Trivia Night
A trivia night and nacho bar at St. Thomas Aquinas Parish Hall, 895 Champlain Rd., doors open 5:30 p.m., dinner 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., trivia 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tickets $20. Cash bar. For tickets or more information, call 519-336-2907
Bowling Bash
Hi-Way Bowl hosting a fundraising bowling event in support of the Westover Treatment Centre. $25 per person, includes shoe rental, two games of bowling, and munchies. Hi-Way Bowl, 1898 London Line, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. For more, call 519-542-2234
Card Making
Create two greeting cards at Point Edward Library, 220 Michigan Ave, 10:30 a.m. or 1 p.m. $10, supplies and instruction provided. To register, call 519-336-3291