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Thursday, Nov. 29
Dealing with Loss
A workshop to create hope for those dealing with the death of a loved one. Open to the public. 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Lochiel Kiwanis Centre. Tickets $15. email [email protected] or call 519-292-6493.
Holiday Coping
A session to discuss stress management strategies, emotional eating, conflict resolution and more to help navigate the holidays season with ease and enjoyment. 153 Christina St. S., 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Thursdays until Dec. 6. Register at www.tbnplc.com
Turkey Bingo
Christmas Turkey Bingo at Corunna Legion, 350 Albert St., doors open 6 p.m., play at 7 p.m. 25 regular games. 4 cards for $20. “Special Game” is $2 per strip. Food available. All welcome. For more, call 519-862-1240
Friday, Nov. 30
Christmas Bazaar
Afton Park Place LTC presents its annual Christmas Bake Sale and Bazaar, 1200 Afton Dr., 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Includes baked goods, rummage table, and handicrafts. Free admission, all are welcome. For more, call 519-336-2362 between 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m.
Bazaar & Food Drive
At Green Haven Estates, featuring crafts, Avon, Regal, baking, solar crafts, sewing and meat pies. Also collecting food, baby items and socks, hats and scarves for the Salvation Army. 1940 London Line, at Airport Road, 9 a.m. to 12 noon. For more, contact Joyce at 519-542-4803
Messy Church
Parents, grandparents and other caregivers invited to bring children to Central United Church, 220 George St., 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Children will learn about God with games, crafts, Bible stories and fun. Light supper provided. Free will donations appreciated. For more, call 519-344-4561
Saturday, Dec. 1
Breakfast with Santa
Corunna United Church hosting a breakfast with Santa. All kids accompanied by an adult are invited. 198 Hill St., 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Cost $5 adults, $2 children. Photos are $1. Advance tickets required. For tickets and info, call Sharon at 519-862-1957
Pigeon Show
Sarnia Poultry & Pigeon Club holding a Pigeon Show at DeGroot’s Nurseries, 1840 London Line, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free admission, donations welcome. For more, contact Gary at 519-336-5535 or [email protected], or visit the “Sarnia Poultry Pigeon and Pet Stock Association” Facebook page
Christmas In The Village
At St. Paul’s Anglican Church, featuring baking, books, native crafts, meat pies and special vendors. All proceeds to local charities. Free admission, free coffee and popcorn. 210 Michigan Ave., 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more, call 519-337-2811
The Lambton Outdoor Club is hiking at Sawmill Creek. For more, visit www.lambtonoutdoorclub.org
Pet Photo with Santa
Pets photos taken with Santa at DeGroot’s Nurseries, 1840 London Line, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Dec. 1st and 2nd. $10 per pet. Online gallery available, no prints. For more, contact [email protected] or 519-344-7064
Christmas Concert
The Bluewater Chordsmen hosting their annual Christmas Benefit Concert at New Horizons Community Church, 383 Russell St., 1 p.m. Free will donations accepted at the door, all proceeds to Brain Injury Association Sarnia-Lambton and Harmonize for Speech. For more, call 519-332-3918
Creative Writing
Organization for Literacy in Lambton hosting a Creative Writing Workshop with Joy Kita for students ages 10-15. Lawrence House Centre for the Arts, 127 Christina St. S., 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. $10 per student. Register at www.readsarnia.com or 519-332-4876
Bake and Craft Sale
Clara’s Annual Bake Sale, Craft Sale and White Elephant Sale at Corunna Legion, 350 Albert St., 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Proceeds to the Fred Victor Centre for homeless veterans. Accessible building. All welcome. For more, call 519-862-1240
Turkey Draw
Turkey and “Glass Turkey” Draw at the Corunna Legion, 350 Albert St., 3 p.m. Food available. Accessible building. All welcome. For more, call 519-862-1240
Artist Show and Sale
Professional artist J. Allison Robichaud holding a two-day studio show and sale featuring original landscapes, floral and still life paintings. 611 Errol Rd. West, from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. For more, call 519-344-9071
Sunday, Dec. 2
Christmas Concert
Sarnia and District Community Choir presents an audience participation “Caroling and Christmas Concert” at Central Baptist Church, 391 London Rd., 2:30 p.m. Admission is canned goods and/or freewill offering for the Inn of the Good Shepherd. For more, visit www.sarniaanddistrictcommunitychoir.com
Songs and Carols
An evening of songs and carols featuring Sursum Corda and the Point Edward Presbyterian choir at Point Edward Presbyterian Church, 306 Michigan Ave., 7 p.m. Refreshments following. For more, contact Sharon at 519-541-1093, 519 384-1510, or [email protected]
Euchre Tournament
Progressive Euchre Tournament at Corunna Legion, 350 Albert St., registration from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., play at 1 p.m. $10 per person. Pre-register at the bar. Food available. Accessible building. All welcome. For more, call 519-862-1240
Celtic Concert
Bridges of the Spirit concert studies ancient Celts and their reverence for nature and commonalities with Native Americans. Jeff Black, Alyson Fischer, Red Dog George, Irish dancers and pipers. Holiday Inn, Point Edward. 1498 Venetian Blvd. 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tickets, $25, at www.goo.gl/QgrS4B or call 519-312-9602
Monday, Dec. 3
Living With Diabetes
Rapids Family Health Team offers a 2-hour group session that provides a general overview of how to live well with diabetes. 1150 Pontiac Dr., 9:30 a.m. Also on Dec. 4, 233 Cameron St., Corunna, 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Teen Cuisine
Rapids Family Health Team offering a free cooking class for teens ages 13+,. 460 Christina St. N., 4 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Meditation
Helps boost self-esteem, improve concentration, lower blood pressure, reduce stress and achieve emotional balance. West Lambton Community Health Centre, 429 Exmouth St., Mondays at 10:30 a.m., or Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. For more, call 519-344-3017
Tuesday, Dec. 4
Self-Compassion
A session on the importance of self-care ,with practices that enhance kindness and compassion towards self and emotional resilience. 153 Christina St. S., 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Register at www.tbnplc.com
Scott Woods Concert
Scott Woods’ “Old Time Christmas” is two-hour show of seasonal songs, inspirational stories, and family fun. Camlachie United church, 6784 Camlachie Rd., 7 p.m. Admission $25 adults, $10 children. Light refreshments after show. For tickets, call Terry at 519-869-4103 or the church office 519-899-4720
Cooking Class
Rapids Family Health Team offering a free cooking class “Healthy Holiday Baking”. 1150 Pontiac Dr., 1:30 p.m. Also on Dec. 5, 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Photography
Paul Sorensen will discuss photos that ‘Stand Out Above the Crowd.’ whether using professional DSLRs or the latest smart phone technology. Sarnia Photographic Club, at Sarnia Library Auditorium. Social time begins at 6:30 pm. For more, visit www.sarniaphotoclub.com or call Alexa at 519-542-8020
Wednesday, Dec. 5
Donor Clinics
Canadian Blood Services hosting a blood donor clinic at the Dante Club, 1330 London Rd., 2:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Also Dec. 11 at the Dante Club, same time, and Dec. 22 at Temple Baptist Church, 9 a.m. to 12 noon. For more, call Stephanie at 519-331-0764
Overcoming Stress
Learn healthy ways to limit and cope with stress, and how to manage conflict in a positive manner at West Lambton Community Health Centre’s “SOS (Start Overcoming Stress)” class. 429 Exmouth St., 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. To register, call 519-344-3017, ext. 259
Thursday, Dec. 6
Memorial Service
A Christmas special service to remember and honour the lives of lost loved ones, at Bethel Church, 1565 London Line, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Contact office by Dec. 3 to get free Christmas ornament in honour of loved one. For more, call 519-542-7731
Knitting Group
Knit hats and mittens to place on the West Lambton Community Health Centre’s Christmas tree, to give to those in need. Accepting donations of completed hats and mittens, yarn and knitting supplies. All welcome. Monthly, every first Thursday. 429 Exmouth St., 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. No registration required. For more, call 519-344-3017
Friday, Dec. 7
Live Music
Blackmore and Blackmore playing at zZas Pizza Bistro, 170 Christina St. N., 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. For more, call 519-491-2560
Compassion Fatigue
A session to learn the signs and symptoms of burnout and toll it takes on your health, whether caring for others in your personal or professional life. 153 Christina St. S., 110 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Register at www.tbnplc.com
Nativity Walk
View over 300 nativity sets from different countries, accompanied by Christmas music. First Christian Reformed Church, 1106 Exmouth St., 1 p.m. to 9 p.m., and on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. No entrance fee, free refreshments, accessible building. For more, call 519-336-8808
Vendor Sale
Harmony for Youth sale and show includes local trades, crafts, food, and more. Bayside Mall, 150 Christina St. N., 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Use Christina St. entrance. To be a vendor, contact 519-339-6610
Stress Management
Rapids Family Health Team offering a free stress management workshop. 1150 Pontiac Dr., 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Live Music
Live music dedicated to Canadian rock with Big Highway, featuring an art exhibit and sale by Bill Walters. Cheeky Monkey, 130 Christina St. N., 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. For more, call 519-332-0978
Senior’s Social Time
Meet new friends and learn about other free programs and services available at West Lambton Community Health Centre. 429 Exmouth St., 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Monthly, every first Friday. Free. No registration required. For more, call 519-344-3017
Saturday, Dec. 8
Poultry Show
Sarnia Poultry & Pigeon Club holding a Poultry Show at DeGroot’s Nurseries, 1840 London Line, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free admission, donations welcome. For more, contact Gary at 519-336-5535 or [email protected], or visit the “Sarnia Poultry Pigeon and Pet Stock Association” Facebook page
Fun Runs
The Sarnia Roadrunners present 1, 3 and 5 km Fun Runs beginning at the start of Terry’s Loop in Canatara Park, 10 a.m. Bring a donation or canned goods for food bank. All runners and walkers welcome. For more, email [email protected]
Hiking
The Lambton Outdoor Club is hiking in the evening around Centennial Park to enjoy the Christmas Lights. For more, visit www.lambtonoutdoorclub.org
Christmas Bazaar
St. George’s Ukrainian Catholic Church Christmas Bazaar featuring perogies, cabbage rolls, baking and more. 1055 Rosedale Ave., 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more, call 519-542-9903
Christmas Bazaar
Items for sale include artwork, baking, jewelry, home decor, woodworking, handcrafted items, cosmetics and more. Marshall Gowland Manor, 749 Devine St., 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more, call 519-336-3720
Live Music Fundraiser
Robb Sharp & Lit’l Chicago perform along with the River City Band at River City Vineyard, 260 Mitton St. N., 7 p.m. Tickets $20 in advance, $25 at door. Bring a can to support meals and food bank. For tickets, call 519-383-8463 or [email protected] for more information
Greek Christmas Sale
A Christmas sale featuring Greek foods and baked goods at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church, 1299 Murphy Rd., 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. All are welcome. For more, call Mersina at 519-869-6137 or visit www.stdemetriossarnia.org
Sunday, Dec. 9
Christmas Carols
Sursum Corda Christian Male Chorus presenting Community Christmas Carol Sing at First Christian Reformed Church, 1105 Exmouth St., 6:30 p.m. Free admission, everyone welcome. For more, call Bert at 519-312-7727
Tuesday, Dec. 11
Hike
The Lambton Outdoor Club is going for an easy walk along the Suncor Nature Way. For more, visit www.lambtonoutdoorclub.org
Genealogy
The Lambton County Branch of Ontario Genealogical Society hold its Christmas Gathering at the LDS Church, 1400 Murphy Rd., 7:30 p.m. Free & open to public. Call 519-383-0468 or email [email protected]
Wednesday, Dec. 12
Rapids Family Health Team offering a free cooking class “Healthy Holiday Baking”. 437 Colborne Dr., Corunna, 10 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Green Drinks
An informal gathering featuring Larry Cornelis and Brenda Lorenz leading a discussion on how trees communicate, how they live, what they feel and why it matters. Free. 100 Christina St. N., open 6:30 p.m., discussion at 7 p.m. For more, contact [email protected]
Friday, Dec. 14
Live Music Cafe
George Ayers will perform and Sisters of Soul host the Live Music Cafe at Foursquare Church, 207 Talfourd St., 7:30 p.m. Donations welcomed. For more, contact Fran at [email protected]
Souper Lunch
Prepare two nutritious soups at West Lambton Community Health Centre’s “Souper Lunch Friday.” Bring containers to take soup home. St. Luke’s United Church, 350 Indian Rd. S., 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Monthly, every second Friday. Free. No registration required. For more, call 519-344-3017
Christmas Concert
Missy Burgess and Jen Brace will play a collection of traditional and modern Christmas songs. Lawrence House, 127 Christina St. S., 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Also on Sunday, Dec. 16 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Tickets are $10, available at the Lawrence House, www.lawrencehouse.ca, or by calling 519-337-0507
Saturday, Dec. 15
Mixed Dart Tournament
Alf Hughes Memorial Mixed Dart Tournament at Corunna Legion, 350 Albert St., registration from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m., play at 11 a.m. $5 per event. Food available. Accessible building. All welcome. For more, call 519-862-1240
Sunday, Dec. 16
Christmas Hymn Sing
Christmas Hymn Sing at Huron Baptist Church, 1285 Michigan Ave., 6:30 p.m. Food and fellowship to follow. For more, call 519-542-4581
Tuesday, Dec. 18
Trail Walk
The Lambton Outdoor Club is going for an easy walk on the Blackwell Trails. For more, visit www.lambtonoutdoorclub.org
Wednesday, Jan. 2
Donor Clinics
Canadian Blood Services hosting a blood donor clinic at the Dante Club, 1330 London Rd., 2:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Also Jan. 8 at the Dante Club, same time, and Jan. 26 at Temple Baptist Church, 9 a.m. to 12 noon. For more, call Stephanie at 519-331-0764
Saturday, Jan. 26
Twenties Gala
Noelle’s Gift holds a Roarin’ Twenties Gala at the Dante Club, 1330 London Rd., doors open at 5:30 p.m. Riverboat Casino open from 5:30 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. Includes silent auction, live auction, hors d'oeuvres, and more. $125 per ticket. To register, visit www.noellesgift.ca/events or Noelle’s Gift on Facebook
Wednesday, Feb. 6
Donor Clinics
Canadian Blood Services hosting a blood donor clinic at the Dante Club, 1330 London Rd., 2:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Also Feb. 12 at the Dante Club, same time, and Feb. 23 at Temple Baptist Church, 9 a.m. to 12 noon. For more, call Stephanie at 519-331-0764
Wednesday, March 6
Donor Clinics
Canadian Blood Services hosting a blood donor clinic at the Dante Club, 1330 London Rd., 2:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Also March 12 at the Dante Club, same time, and March 23 at Temple Baptist Church, 9 a.m. to 12 noon. For more, call Stephanie at 519-331-0764