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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
Free Movie Night
Sarnia’s Youth CHAT is hosting an outdoor tobacco-free movie night behind Clearwater Arena on Wellington Street, featuring the Disney movie Big Hero 6 and free popcorn, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. For more, call 519-344-2062 ext. 2167
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
Rabies Clinic
Sarnia & District Humane Society and Blue Cross host a rabies clinic at 131 Exmouth St., 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost, $25 per animal. For more, call 519-344-7064
Sunday, July 26
Fairy Princess Gathering
In the “forest” beside the Humane Society, a fairy princess and woodland creature gathering featuring crafts, fairy show, refreshments, butterfly station, etc. Cost, $25 per child (parents, children under 2 free). Proceeds to the shelter. 131 Exmouth St., 12 noon to 3 p.m. For more, call 519-344-7064
Boat Cruise
Beer Me! Sarnia hosting a cruise aboard the Duc d’Orleans in support of local food organization One Tomato, featuring food and live music. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tickets, $49, available at www.BeerMeSarnia.com. For more, contact [email protected]
Celtic Music
The Bluewater Ceili Band will play at Two Amigos (Murphy Road, Sarnia) from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Free admission. For more, call 519-869-8687.
Monday, July 27
Movie
The Sarnia Library will host a free viewing of the film “Cars” at 7 p.m. Admission is free, but donates for the Inn of the Good Shepherd food bank are accepted. Call 519-337-3291.
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
Mitton Street Mural
Course offered July 28-31 for youth ages 13 to 18 that will result in a graffiti-style mural at a Mitton Street business. Judith & Alix Art Gallery, 147 Lochiel St., 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free, but registration required. For more, call 519-336-8127
Charity Boat Cruise
Hi-Way Bowl hosts a cruise aboard the Duc d’Orleans with live music from Rob Jenkins and The Room. Proceeds to Sarnia & District Humane Society. Tickets $25. Boarding at 6:30 p.m. For more, call 519-542-2234
Saturday, Aug. 1
Model Airplane Meet
Sarnia-based Bluewater RC Flyers hold their annual scale model meet, with radio controlled airplanes of all ages and wingspans to nine feet, 2590 Petrolia Line, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission, $5 per car. All welcome. Food bank donations appreciated. For more, visit www.bluewaterrcflyers.info
Sunday, Aug. 2
Cycling
Lambton Outdoor Club organizing a five-hour, medium-level ride from Shetland to Parks Blueberry farm. Meet at Cathcart Boulevard tennis courts at 8:30 a.m. Helmets mandatory. For more, call Jim at 519-542-8141
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].
Wednesday, Aug. 5
Children’s Art Workshop
Volunteers with the Sarnia Artist Workshop, in co-operation with the city, offer classes at the Canatara Park Animal Farm picnic shelter, 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. for ages 5-8, or 1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. for ages 9-11. $10 per session. For more, call 519- 332-0330, ext. 3218
Thursday, Aug. 6
Hot August Nights
The Sarnia Street Machines host the 10th annual event at Canatara Park from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Music from Bordeline, and Scott Manery & the Barnburners. Admission by donation. Proceeds to Pathways Health Centre for Children.
Friday, Aug. 7
Live Music
Big Highway playing at Cheeky Monkey as part of the First Friday downtown cultural walkabout, along with an art show and sale by Steward Wayne Fanning, 130 Christina St., 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. For more, call 519-332-0978
Movie in the Park
Bright’s Grove Library screening the movie ‘Home’ at an all ages drop-in starting at 8:30 p.m. Bring blankets and lawnchairs. Refreshments available. For more call 519-869-2351
Saturday, Aug. 8
San Rocco Festival
43rd annual event happening Saturday & Sunday at Clearwater Arena. Admission is free, everyone welcome. Food booths, live music, bocce tournaments, kids’ games, dance contest and more. Call 519-384-2796 or email [email protected]
Hiking
Lambton Outdoor Club hosting an easy, two-hour Pinery Beach walk
Pinery Beach Walk. Bring a swim suit and lunch. Meet at 8:30 a.m. at Bright’s Grove shopping area. For more, call Lester at 519-542-7329
Sunday, Aug. 9
Cycling
Lambton Outdoor Club organizing a 70-kilometre return ride from Inwood to Parks Blueberry Farm. Meet 8 a.m. at Cathcart Boulevard tennis courts. Helmets mandatory. For more, call Margaret at 519-542-8905
Monday, Aug. 10
Olympic Art Camp
Week-long camp for children ages six to 12 at the Lawrence House with winter and summer sport themes celebrating Olympic athletes. 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
Toy Hacking
At Point Edward Library, tweens can bring in unloved toys to hack apart and reassemble into new creations. 10 a.m. pre-register by calling 519-336-3291
Wednesday, Aug. 12
Nerf Olympics
Team-based play with Nerf guns including target accuracy and a “man hunt,” at the Bright’s Grove Library, 6 p.m. Pre-register by calling 519-869-2351
Friday, Aug. 14
Puppet Show
Kids on the Block puppeteers present an all-ages show about inclusiveness, acceptance and cultural awareness. Drop-in, 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. For more, call Sarnia Children’s Library at 519-337-3291
Saturday, Aug. 15
Moto-Mode Rally
A 200-km charity dice run for motorcycles of 50cc and up, with all proceeds going to NeighbourLink. Register at WCK Honda, 584 St. Clair Parkway, Corunna. 9 a.m. start, rain or shine. Registration, $30, includes breakfast, prizes. Passengers free. For more, call Janice at 519-332-5875
Charity Auction
Collectors Haven (464 N. Christina St.) will host an auction at 1 p.m. Items include coins, jewelry, collectors items and more. Proceeds to the Pregnancy Crisis Centre. Call 519-491-2326.
Cycling
Lambton Outdoor Club organizing an easy, 35km ride to Corunna for lunch and return. Meet 9:30 a.m. at Centennial Park fish fountain. Helmets mandatory. For more, call Stan at 519-336-9907
Artzscape by the Bay
Two-day art show and sale in Centennial Park featuring live music, food, licensed dining pavilion and dozen of artisans with jewelry, paintings, metalwork, fabric art, glass, photography, etc. in support of Pathways. Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more, call 519-542-3471, ext. 243