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What's Happening, week of July 2

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, July 1

Canada Day

Sarnia’s annual parade begins 11 a.m. on North Christina and enters the park. Opening ceremonies at 1:30 p.m. at the bandshell. Things shift to Bayshore Waterfront Park at 4:30 p.m. for music and evening activities. Fireworks at dusk. For more, call 519-332-0330, ext. 3202

Friday, July 3

Live music

Local band Electric Waves provides the music while artist and graphic designer Stewart Wayne Fanning hosts a show at sale at Cheeky Monkey, as part of First Friday. 130 Christina St. N., 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. For more, call 519-332-0978

Saturday, July 4

Canoe & Kayak

Lambton Outdoors Club hosts an outing to Stag Island for a three hour paddle, followed by lunch. Level medium. To reserve a spot call Jim at 519-383-1125

HadouCon

A free multimedia convention featuring anime, science fiction, fantasy and comic books, with costuming, discussion panels, gaming, artists and films. Sarnia Library, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more, contact Jeffrey Beeler at [email protected] or by calling 519-337-3291, ext. 239

Sunday, July 5

Cycling

Join the Lambton Outdoors Club on a cycle outing on the Howard Watson Trail, end to end, 35-40 kilometres, level easy. Lunch along the way. Meet 9 a.m. at the Bright’s Grove shopping area. Helmets mandatory. Call John at 519-869-6525

Monday, July 6

Summer Art Camp

Week-long camp for children ages six to 12 at the Lawrence House featuring drawing, painting and sculpture drawing on the theme Myths and Mysteries. Art materials provided. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. $44 daily, $150 for week. For more, or registration info, call 519-332-0330, ex.3217

Quit Smoking

Rapids Family Health Team offering a free ‘quit smoking’ workshop and nicotine replacement therapy program, 1150 Pontiac Dr., 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949

Wednesday, July 8

Geocaching

Sarnia and the St. Clair Conservation Authority offer geocaching Canatara Park Animal Farm picnic shelter, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. $10 per person. Children under 10 must be accompanied by adult. For more call, 519-332-0330, ext. 3218 or visit www.sarnia.ca

Cooking With Leafy Greens

Rapids Family Health Team offering a free class on cooking with leafy greens, 1150 Pontiac Dr., at 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949

Amnesty Letter Writing

Learn more about world human rights issues during an hour of letter writing and signing on behalf of Amnesty International. DeGroot’s Nurseries Green Room, 1840 London Line, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. All welcome. Contact Peter at [email protected] or Thea at[email protected]

Thursday July 9

Cooking With Leafy Greens

Rapids Family Health Team offering a free class on cooking with leafy greens, 1150 Pontiac Dr., at 1:30 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949

Sunday, July 12

Cycling

Drive to Oil Springs and ride 50 km to Dresden for lunch with the Lambton Outdoors Club. Meet 9:00 a.m. at Cathcart Boulevard Tennis Courts. Level medium. Helmets mandatory. For more, call Jim at 519-542-8141

Church Camp

Deadline to register for a free morning camp program offered by Lighthouse Community Church the week of July 20-24, for children entering JK to Grade 5. 152 Parker St. 60 spots available. For registration forms, call Kerry or Alannah at 519-542-7662, [email protected]

Monday, July 13

Kayaking

Join the Lambton Outdoors Club for two-hour paddle, starting 6 p.m. at the Centennial Park boat launch. Level medium. Call Jim at 519-383-1125

Summer Art Camp

Week-long camp for children ages six to 12 at the Lawrence House featuring drawing, painting and sculpture based on stories from Peter Pan to Puss and Boots. Art materials provided. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. $44 daily, $150 for week. For more, or registration info, call 519-332-0330, ex.3217

Wednesday July 15

Quit Smoking

Rapids Family Health Team offering a free ‘quit smoking’ workshop and nicotine replacement therapy program, 1150 Pontiac Dr., 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949

Friday July 17

Stress Management

Rapids Family Health Team offering a free stress management seminar, 1150 Pontiac Dr., 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949

Saturday, July 18

Giant Yard Sale

Lakeshore Optimist Club hosting a giant yard sale at Newton Park, corner of Cathcart and McCrie, with hotdogs and refreshments available. 20 x 20 foot space for $20. Bring your own table. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more, or to reserve a site, call 519-344-8175

Sunday July 19

Hobbyfest

Learn about a variety of hobbies and interests at the 26th annual Hobbyfest, in the open field at Canatara Park. 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., free admission. For more, call 519-332-0330, ext. 3202 or 3218.

Monday, July 20

Summer Art Camp

Week-long camp for children ages six to 12 at the Lawrence House that explores differ materials and methods of painting, drawing and sculpture. Art materials provided. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. $44 daily, $150 for week. For more, or registration info, call 519-332-0330, ex.3217

Tuesday, July 21

Ladies Night

Five-week, partner-based fitness program for women that combines sports, yoga, pilates and others in evening workouts in the big field at Canatara Park. 7 p.m. Portion of proceeds to charity. For more, or to register, visit www.benefitnessstudio.com

Friday July 24

Quit Smoking

Rapids Family Health Team offering a free ‘quit smoking’ workshop and nicotine replacement therapy program, 1150 Pontiac Dr., 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949

Saturday, July 25

Hiking

Join the Lambton Outdoors Club for a three-hour hike from the Canatara Park Animal Farm at 9 a.m. to Rainbow Park and return. Level easy. Contact Bruce at 519-862-1234

Monday, July 27

Summer Art Camp

Week-long camp for children ages six to 12 at the Lawrence House featuring drawing, painting and sculpture with the focus on creatures and machines that fly. Art materials provided. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. $44 daily, $150 for week. For more, or registration info, call 519-332-0330, ex.3217

Tuesday, July 28

Hiking

Join the Lambton Outdoors Club for a two-hour Sarnia Historical Tour, meeting 6:30 p.m. at the Centennial Park flag court. Level Easy. Contact Doug at 519-330-4960

Monday, Aug. 3

Musical Theatre Day Camp

Stars of Tomorrow begins today and runs to Aug. 9. For more, call 519-490-4373 or email [email protected].


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