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Thursday, Feb. 22
Lenten Organ Series
Central United Church’s six-week lenten organ series, a 30-minute, Thursday-at-noon performance features Dr. Wayne Carroll of St. Thomas. 12 p.m. 220 George St. All welcome, donation appreciated. For more, call Nancy at 519-869-2017
Gallery Tour
Slow view: Beside Myself, at the Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery, 7 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Friday, Feb. 23
Weight Loss Support
Join a registered dietitian and a group of peers in a monthly weight loss support group. West Lambton Community Health Centre, 429 Exmouth St., 10:30 a.m. To register, call 519-344-3017, ext. 259
Symphony Orchestra
International Symphony Orchestra presents family friendly performances in “Beauty and the ‘Beats.” Imperial Theatre, 168 Christina St. N., 7:30 p.m. Cost $35 adults, $33 seniors, $12 students , free children 14 and under accompanied by adult. For more, call 519-332-6591
Saturday, Feb. 24
Coldest Night Walk
Coldest Night of the Year Walkathon is a family-friendly event in support of NeighbourLink Sarnia-Lambton, featuring 2K, 5K and 10K routes. Registration 4 p.m. at First Christian Reformed Church, 1105 Exmouth St.. For more, or to register, visit www.neighbourlinksarnia.org
Hike
Hike from the Children’s Animal Farm in Canatara Park to Rainbow Park. For more, visit www.lambtonoutdoorclub.org
Monday, Feb. 26
Teen Cuisine
Rapids Family Health Team offering a free cooking class for Teens ages 13+. 1150 Pontiac Dr., 5 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Adult Book Club
At Point Edward Library, 10-11 a.m. (adult, drop-in). 419-336-3291
Mystery Book Club
At Sarnia Library, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. (adult, drop-in). Topic: Amish Mysteries.
Chair Yoga
The program is a gentle yoga sequence using chairs both seated and standing for additional support. Offered by Twin Bridges NPLC, free of charge. Lighthouse Community Church, 152 Parker St., 9:30 a.m. or 11 a.m. Mondays until March 26. Register at www.tbnplc.com or 226-776-9030
Gentle Yoga
The program will be incorporating basic yoga poses through gentle sequences. Appropriate for most abilities. Offered by Twin Bridges NPLC, free of charge. Lighthouse Community Church, 152 Parker St., 12:15 p.m. to 1 p.m. Mondays until March 26. Register at www.tbnplc.com or 226-776-9030
Biomimicry
Lambton Wildlife hosts a presentation about biomimicry. Kimberly Gledhill will discuss applications that have been used to innovate a better world. Esso Careers and Learning Centre, 660 Oakdale Ave., 7:30 p.m. For more, call 519-312-9216
Beginning Experience
The non-profit organization Beginning Experience is offering Coping With Life Alone sessions beginning on Feb. 26. Also, a weekend retreat for people coping with grief from loss of a relationship due to separation, divorce, or widowhood, April 27-29. For more, call 519-337-1205 or visit www.sarniabeginningexperience.org
Tuesday, Feb. 27
Balance & Bone Health
Rapids Family Health Team offering a free 5 week education and exercise program on improving balance and bone health. Thompson Gardens, 198 Beckwith St., Corunna, 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Infant Nutrition
Two-week program with a Registered Dietitian. Information on infant nutrition guidelines and learn the ins and outs of making your own baby food. Recommended for those with babies 6-12 months. Offered by Twin Bridges NPLC. 109 Crawford St., 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Also on March 6. Register at www.tbnplc.com or 226-776-9030
Wednesday, Feb. 28
Art & Ideas Talk
At the Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery, 7-8:30 p.m. Part I: Nude, naked and in between, with Dr. Buj
L.A.C.E.
At Bright’s Grove Library, 1:45 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. (adult, pre-register) Ladies Assessment of Current Events. Call 519-869-2351
Healthy Eating
Rapids Family Health Team offering a 4-week healthy eating and lifestyle change group called Healthy Eating and YOU. 233 Cameron St., Corunna, 1:30 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Parkinson’s Support
People with Parkinson’s and their care partners are invited to meet in community room at Clearwater Arena to hear about financial and tax tips from DNA Financial Logistics team, 1400 Wellington St., 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. For more, call 519-337-5330
Spelling Bee
Final day to register for Organization for Literacy in Lambton’s annual Sarnia Spelling Bee. Taking place at Sarnia Library, 124 Christina St. S., 6 p.m. Students Grades 3-4 and 5-6 will compete on March 28, students Grades 7-8 on March 29. To register, visit www.readsarnia.com. For more, contact Judith Farris at 519-332-4876 or [email protected]
Computer Group
Genealogy and ancestry will be discussed at meeting of the Sarnia Computer Users Group. Central United Church, 220 George St., 1 p.m. For more, visit www.scug.ca or call 519-542-1949
Thursday, March 1
Lenten Organ Series
Central United Church’s six-week lenten organ series, a 30-minute, Thursday-at-noon performance features London’s Terry Head on organ and Ken Baldwin on trumpet. 12 p.m. 220 George St. All welcome, donation appreciated. For more, call Nancy at 519-869-2017
Friday, March 2
World Prayer Day
Seven downtown churches participating in the World Day of Prayer, with a service written by the women of Suriname. 2 p.m., St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 261 Christina St. N. All welcome, followed by refreshments. For more, call 519-332-2662
Live Music
The Four Barrel Blues Band will perform at Cheeky Monkey as part of the First Friday cultural walkabout. 130 Christina St. N., 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. For more, call 519-332-0978
Stress Management
Rapids Family Health Team offering free stress management seminar. 233 Cameron St., Corunna, 9:30 a.m. Also at 1150 Pontiac Dr., 9:30 a.m. on March 9. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Saturday, March 3
Bowl for Kids’
Big Brothers Big Sisters seeks teams to participate in Bowl for Kids’ Sake Fundraiser at Hi-Way Bowl. Featuring a 90’s theme. Teams can be 4-6 individuals, cost to enter is a minimum of $500 in pledges. Multiple prize opportunities. For more, contact [email protected] or 519-336-0460.
Sunday, March 4
Bowl for a Cure
Join in the Sarnia Bowl for a Cure, with a sponsorship or donation in support of those impacted by Huntington disease. Marcin Bowl, 609 Helena St., 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. $30 per person 18+, $15 per person 9-17, free for children 8 and under. For more information, visit www.hscevents.ca/SarniaBowl
Monday, March 5
Meditation
Free meditation program to increase self-esteem, improve concentration and reduce stress and anxiety. West Lambton Community Health Centre, 429 Exmouth St., Mondays at 10:30 a.m. or Tuesdays at 6 p.m. For more, call 519-344-3017 ext. 237
Low Impact Exercise
West Lambton Community Health Centre’s low impact exercise classes at Central United Church, 220 George St., 9 a.m. to 10 a.m, Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Also at Living Hope Christian Reformed Church, 1281 Exmouth St., 9 a.m. to 10 a.m., Mondays and Thursdays. Register at first class. For more, call 519-344-3017, ext. 259
Tuesday, March 6
Low Impact Exercise
West Lambton Community Health Centre’s Low Impact Exercise classes at St. Luke’s United Church, 350 Indian Rd., 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Also at High Park United Church, 1081 Brenchley Ave., 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Register at first class. For more, call 519-344-3017, ext. 259
Quit Smoking
Rapids Family Health Team offers free quit smoking workshop and nicotine replacement therapy program. 233 Cameron St., Corunna, 1:30 p.m. Also at 1150 Pontiac Dr., 1:30 p.m. on March 6, 15, and 26. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Wednesday, March 7
Percussion Quartet
Sarnia Concert Association presents percussion quartet TorQ featuring music and humour. Imperial Theatre, 168 Christina St. N., 7:30 p.m. Tickets $40 adults, $25 students, available at box office. For more, call 519-332-6591
Happiness 101
Rapids Family Health Team offering free 4-week course on how to increase overall happiness. 233 Cameron St., Corunna, 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Thursday, March 8
Women’s Day Celebration
Sexual Assault Survivors’ Centre celebrates International Women’s Day and honours women in our community at St. Clair Corporate Building, 265 Front St. N., 5:30 p.m. Includes a DJ, dancing, silent auction, food, cash bar and prizes. Tickets $30 at Sexual Assault Survivors’ Centre. For more, call 519-337-3154
Lenten Organ Series
Central United Church’s six-week lenten organ series, a 30-minute, Thursday-at-noon performance features David Greenslade of London. 12 p.m. 220 George St. All welcome, donation appreciated. For more, call Nancy at 519-869-2017
Friday, March 9
Palestinian Meal
A Palestinian meal will be served at Central United Church, 220 George St., 5:30 p.m. Fundraiser for a Palestinian widow and her children. Cost, $25 adults, $15 children 12 and under. For tickets and information, call 519-344-4561
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. For more, call 519-344-3017, ext. 237
Live Music Cafe
Katherine Yap is the musical guest with Sisters Of Soul host at Foursquare Church, 207 Talfourd St., 7:30 pm. Donations welcomed. For more, contact Fran at [email protected]
Saturday, March 10
March of Dimes
March of Dimes Day fundraising event including a chili sale, bake sale, raffle table with prizes from local businesses, and live music. 993 Maxwell St., 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more, email [email protected]
Hike
Lambton Outdoor Club hike on the Howard Watson Trail, from tennis courts on Cathcart to Tim’s in Bright’s Grove and return. There will be a lunch break. For more, visit www.lambtonoutdoorclub.org
Documentary
Sexual Assault Survivors’ Centre screening the documentary “Girl Up,” directed by former Sarnian Shreya Patel, about domestic human trafficking in Toronto. Brief discussion panel after film. Sarnia Library, 124 Christina St. S., 6:30 p.m. Free with donation for Sarnia-Lambton Committee Against the Trafficking of Women and Children. For more, call 519-337-3154
Monday, March 12
Community Skate
Join MPP Bob Bailey for a free community skate at Progressive Auto Sales Arena, 1455 London Rd., 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. For more, call 519-337-0051
Cooking Class
Rapids Family Health Team offering free cooking class, “Budget Bites.” 1150 Pontiac Dr., 5:30 p.m. Also on March 13, 1:30 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Family Fun Day
EXIT Sarnia hosts a Family Fun Day featuring magician Jayden the Jester and Kira’s Enchanted Princess Parties. Sarnia Library, 124 Christina St. S., 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Free with donation to EXIT’s Habitat for Humanity team. For more, visit www.ExitSarnia.com or call 519-542-1000
Tuesday, March 13
Genealogy
Jane Teskey will discuss new websites and learning how to use record sides, while Alan Campbell will discuss land property record websites 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. Call 519-383-0468 or email [email protected]
Thursday, March 15
Lenten Organ Series
Central United Church’s six-week lenten organ series, a 30-minute, Thursday-at-noon performance features Foster Hill of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian. 12 p.m. 220 George St. All welcome, donation appreciated. For more, call Nancy at 519-869-2017
Cooking Class
Rapids Family Health Team offering free cooking class, “Budget Bites.” 233 Cameron St., Corunna, 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Saturday, March 17
Hike
Lambton Outdoor Club hike at the A.W. Campbell Conservation Authority in Alvinston. For more, visit www.lambtonoutdoorclub.org
Wednesday, March 21
Diabetes Prevention
Rapids Family Health Team offering free workshop for people with high risk of developing diabetes. 1150 Pontiac Dr., 9:30 a.m. Also at 233 Cameron St., Corunna, 9:30 a.m., March 23. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Thursday, March 22
Lenten Organ Series
Central United Church’s six-week lenten organ series, a 30-minute, Thursday-at-noon performance come to an end with William Lupton from Huron College, Western University. 12 p.m. 220 George St. All welcome, donation appreciated. For more, call Nancy at 519-869-2017
Diabetes Cooking
Free class focusing on basics of healthy eating for diabetes prevention and management. Includes education and cooking component. All skill levels welcome. West Lambton Community Health Centre, 429 Exmouth St., 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. To register, call 519-344-3017, ext. 259
Friday, March 23
Weight Loss Support
Join a registered dietitian and a group of peers in a monthly “Waist Away Support Group.” West Lambton Community Health Centre, 429 Exmouth St., 10:30 a.m. To register, call 519-344-3017, ext. 259
Saturday, March 24
Film Festival
The Sarnia Justic Film Festival presents Fractured Land, a film about a young Indigenous leader trying to reconcile traditional teachering with the law to protect the land. Sarnia Library Theatre, 124 Christina St. S. 7 p.m. Free, but donations appreciated. For more, visit Facebook: /SarniaJusticeFilmFestival
Hike
Lambton Outdoor Club hike at Parkhill/Fort Rose Conservation Area. Includes lunch with a fee. For more, visit www.lambtonoutdoorclub.org
Monday, March 26
Teen Cuisine
Rapids Family Health Team offering free cooking class for teens aged 13+. 1150 Pontiac Dr., 5 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Lambton Wildlife
Professor Alan MacEachern from Western University will discuss historic weather observations and climate patterns and what they can tell us at a meeting of Lambton Wildlife. Esso Careers and Learning Centre, 660 Oakdale Ave., 7:30 p.m. For more, call 519-312-9216
Thursday, April 5
Empty Bowls
Annual fundraiser for the Inn of the Good Shepherd features a “poverty meal” of bread and chef soups served in a handmade pottery bowl you keep. Sittings at 5 p.m. and 7 p.m., Lambton College Events Centre. Tickets, $25, available at www.theinnsarnia.ca/tickets or at the college or the Inn, 115 John St.
Sunday, April 8
Rayjon Pickleball
Rayjon’s 2nd annual Pickleball event at St. Patrick’s High School, 1001 The Rapids Pkwy., 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Costs $30 per person or $50 per couple, includes equipment, snacks, pizza, beverages, and prizes. All proceeds to Rayjon’s projects in Haiti and the Dominican Republic. To take part, contact Deb at 519-542-9939 or email [email protected]
Saturday, April 14
Film Festival
Film Festival
The Sarnia Justic Film Festival presents After Spring, a film that explores the Syrian refugee crisis by following two families and an aid working fighting to keep a refugee camp running. Sarnia Library Theatre, 124 Christina St. S. 7 p.m. Free, but donations appreciated. For more, visit Facebook: /SarniaJusticeFilmFestival