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Wednesday June 17
Great Lakes Conference
Sarnia-Lambton hosting the three-day annual meeting and conference of the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative, bringing together elected leaders, businesses and environmental groups. Holiday Inn Conference Centre, Wednesday to Friday. For more, visit www.sarnialambton2015.ca
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
Digital Resources
Learn about hoopla digital (movies and music) and Gale Courses during a drop-in at the Mallroad Library. 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Bring your devices and library card. Apple and Google Play Store passwords required. For more, call 519-542-2580
Kayaking
Lambton Outdoors Club host a two-hour outing at Bright’s Grove Beach, meeting at 7 p.m. Call Hank at 519-542-2590 or 519- 336-2174
Annual General Meetings
The Sexual Assault Survivors' Centre of Sarnia-Lambton and the Women's Interval Home holding their annual general meetings, beginning at 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. respectively. 681 Oxford St. For more, call 519-337-3154
Demystifying Palliative Care
Doctors Allison Crombeen and Glen Maddison describe palliative care and dispel myths and fears that people have about it. Community outreach illness support programs also discussed. Open to all. St. Joseph's Hospice, 475 Christina St. N., 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. For more, call Lisa at 519-337-0537
Thursday, June 18
Author Event
Michael Banovsky, author of Weird Cars, discusses his love of unusual vehicles at a fundraiser for the Organization for Literacy in Lambton. Kiwanis Centre, 180 N. College Ave., 7 p.m. Tickets $10. For more, call 519-332-4876
Saturday, June 20
Dental Family Day
At RiverEdge Dental, a fun day featuring a barbecue, children’s crafts, face painting, balloon shaping and teeth counting. 1330 Exmouth St., 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more, call 519-541-0505
Summer Kick Off
Corunna Legion hosts a party open to all featuring four live bands, backyard BBQ, motorcycle show and shine and open bar, starting at 11 a.m. Free admission. Canned good donations appreciated. Bring a lawn chair. 350 Albert St. For more, call 519-862-1240
Sunshine BBQ
Barbecue for the local Sunshine Foundation featuring hamburgers, hot dogs and fried onions, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., M&M Meats, 1362 Lambton Mall Rd., For more, call Marie at 519-491-5637
Archery 3-D Shoot
Lambton Sportsman’s Club hosting a 3-D archery shoot at 521 Bickford Line (at Highway 40), from 8:00 a.m. to 12 noon. Non-members, $10. Children under 15, free with paid adult. Lunch available. Other shoots July 18, Aug. 15 and Sept. 19. For more, contact Elsie at 519-867-3940, or Len at 519-344-7009
Community Bed Drive
NeighbourLink volunteers will come to your home between 9 a.m. to 12 noon in Sarnia, Point Edward and Bright’s Grove to pick up donation of gently-used beds (free from rips, urine stains & bedbugs) to help low-income families. To arrange pick up call 519-336-5465
Hiking
Lambton Outdoors Club outing to Port Franks for a 2.5 hour, medium-level hike, with some steep dunes. Meet 9 a.m. at Bright’s Grove, near Shopper’s Drug Mart. Bring snacks and water. Call Greg at 519-344-3755
Charity Latin Fiesta
Catholic Hispanic Community of Sarnia-Lambton hosts 3rd annual event at the Polish Hall, featuring live Latin music, entertainment, snacks and raffles, with proceeds supporting development projects in Africa and Colombia. 173 Exmouth St. Tickets, $20, can be ordered at [email protected]
Sunday, June 21
Adrenaline Trail
A new addition to the Huron House Boys’ Home’s annual/walk/skate/bike on Father’s Day, featuring teams of four competing in 10 challenges that test body, mind and teamwork. Mike Weir Park TIME. Age 18 plus. Assigned times, starting at 7 a.m. For more, visit adrenalinetrail.ca or Sharon at [email protected] or Kathy at 519-330-7181
Garden Tour
Sarnia Communities in Bloom presents the 3rd annual Summer Solstice Garden Tour from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. featuring 8 gardens. Tickets $12 available at DeGroot’s, Jenny’s Floral Studio, LaPier’s Flowers & Gifts, Praill’s Greenhouse, Flowers by Bill Bush, KAY’s Petals & Plants, McKellar’s Flowers or Sipkens Nurseries. Call 519-336-3232.
Lunches for Lansdowne
School lunch program fundraiser at Grace United Church featuring beef burgers, salads, bean, desserts, live entertainment and silent auction. 990 Cathcart Blvd. Tickets, $15 adults, $6 ages six-10, free under 5, available at church office or 519-542-1203
Monday, June 22
Charity Auction
A quarter auction held at the Dante Club to help Healing with Smiles, a charity that helps patients with life-threatening illness through gifts of plush ‘healing hippos.’ 1330 London Rd., doors open at 6:30 p.m., Tickets, $5, include auction paddle and snacks. For more, call Danette at 226-932-2558
Wednesday, June 24
Fairy Garden
Learn what pots, plants and accessories to use to create a miniature garden at the Bright’s Grove Library, with Dianne from DeGroot's Nurseries, 6:30 p.m. Pre-register at 519-869-2351
Strawberry Supper
At Paterson Memorial Church, featuring sloppy Joes, salad, chips, ice cream, cake & strawberries. $10 adults, $5 under 12. 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. For more, call 519-344-6422, or 519-344-2870
Hospital AGM
Elizabeth Carlton, a vice president of the Ontario Hospital Association, will discuss change in the health care system at the annual general meeting of Bluewater Health. 5 p.m. in the auditorium (L-2-644), 89 Norman St. For more, visit www.bluewaterhealth.ca
Thursday, June 25
Speechathon
Public invited to attend an evening of short speeches presented by the Riverspeak Toastmasters, followed by a lightning round of evaluation skills. Light refreshments served. 260 Mitton St. N., 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
For more, visit http://riverspeak.toastmastersclubs.org
Ontario filmmaking
Filmmaking in Ontario in the ‘50's and ‘60's, with special screenings and guest Tom McSorley, Executive Director, Canadian Film Institute. 7 p.m., Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery, 147 Lochiel St. Free, donations appreciated. For more, call 519-336-8127
Rayjon Barbecue
All welcome at the annual Rayjon BBQ. Bring a lawn chair and dish to share to 3720 Lakeshore Rd., beginning at 6 p.m. For more, contact Dianne at 519 862 1963, or email [email protected]
Strawberry Social
At Dunlop United Church, with strawberries, ice cream, homemade cake and refreshments, 757 Rosedale Ave. from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Hot dogs, hamburgers and pop also available Tickets, $6 adults, $2 children, at the door or call 519-337-3061 or 519-332-8746
Volunteer In Cambodia
Application deadline for local ambassadors to volunteer with Eyes of Leah International Aid in Cambodia installing latrines, water wells and conducting English classes. For more, visit http://eyesofleah.com/volunteer-cambodia/ambassador-training
The Cloud Explained
Tech company CEO Mat Berube will explain The Cloud and how business owners and managers can safely take advantage of its benefits. Free presentation, presented by Bluewater Technology Access Centre, at Lambton College, Room N105, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Register at [email protected]
Friday, June 26
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, June 27
Canada Day in the Grove
Presented by Bright’s Grove Optimists, including a parade (assembly 10 a.m. at Wildwood Park, start at 11 a.m.) entertainment at Kenwick Park from noon to 3 p.m. including carnival rides and local dancers, and a free, non-alcohol, 8 p.m. concert at Kenwick with Scott Manery and the Barnburners. Bring your lawnchair. For more, email [email protected] or visit them on facebook
Hebrew
Eric Bissell to lead a free introduction to learning the Hebrew letters. At River City Vineyard, 260 Mitton St. N., from 9 a.m. to 12 noon, and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. For more, call Sheila at 519-328-3323
Hiking
A four-hour Lambton Outdoors Club outing on the Howard Watson Trail, meeting 8:30 a.m. at Bright’s Grove, near Shopper’s Drug Mart. Level medium. Contact Greg at 519-344-3755
Sunday, June 28
Charity Art Battle
A number of invited artists have 20 minutes to create works, which are then voted on and auctioned off on Stoke’s Bay patio to raise funds for elementary school art program. Also 3 km walk, 5 & 15 km run, and 15 km bike. For individuals and teams of ten. 485 Harbour Rd. at 9 a.m. For more, call 519-542-2637 or email [email protected]
Band Concert
Lambton Concert Band presents ‘Sounds of Summer,’ its annual community concert, at the Sarnia Library Auditorium, 2:30 p.m. No admission charge, but donations appreciated. For more, call Alison at 519-337-9870
Monday, June 29
Seniors Cruise
Annual Seniors Cruise offers a St. Clair River outing aboard the Duc D’Orleans II, food and refreshments. Cost is only a smile. Cruises leave at approximately, 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 12 noon, 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. from the Front Street dock, rain or shine. For more, call Caryn at 519-344-1763, ext. 306
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
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
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
Free Summer Program
SonSpark Labs hosts a free program at Paterson Memorial Presbyterian Church through to July 10, 9 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. For kids ages 5-12. Call 519-344-6422 or visit www.patersonchurch.ca
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