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Thursday, Feb. 16
Pasta Fest
All you can eat Pasta Fest hosted by Alexander Mackenzie Secondary School’s special education department. Silent auction, mini raffle, dessert table and live entertainment. At the Dante Club, 1330 London Rd., 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Doors open 4:30 p.m. Cost $12 adults, $8 children under 12. For tickets, call 519-542-5505
Pallet Board Art
Take an old weathered pallet board and create and eco-friendly art piece. Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery, 147 Lochiel St., 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Cost $35. Materials included. With complimentary wine. Must register by calling 519-336-8127, ext. 3226
Writing Contest
Alzheimer Society of Sarnia-Lambton’s 8th annual writing contest now accepting submissions of letters, poems and short stories on the topic of celebrating memory. All ages, cash prizes. Entry deadline April 28. Visit www.alzheimer.ca/sarnialambton for details or call Heather at 519-332-4444
Saturday, Feb. 18
Film Festival
The Sarnia Justice Film Festival presents Paper Tigers, a film that explores an alternative high school with a radically different approach to student discipline. Sarnia Library Theatre, 7 p.m., followed by post-film discussion. Admission free, donations accepted. For more, visit www.Facebook.com/SarniaJusticeFilmFestival
Euchre
At St. Joseph’s Parish Hall in Corunna, with registration at 6:30 p.m. and games starting at 7 p.m., 346 Beresford St. $5 entry fee. Light lunch served later. All proceeds to St. Joseph and St. Charles parish renovation fund. For more, call 519-862-2173.
Open House
Drop-in open house and retirement party for Larry Liriotakis, former co-owner of the Bridge Tavern. John’s Restaurant, 1643 London Line, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. All welcome. For more, call John at 519-630-5128
Sunday, Feb. 19
Concert Series
evan.john performs ‘Songs of Simon & Garfunkel’ for the House Concert Series at the Lawrence House, 127 Christina St. S., 3 p.m. Tickets, $10, available by calling 519-337-0507
Pasta Dinner
Army Cadet Corps holding a pasta dinner at the Royal Canadian Legion, 286 Front. St. N., 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Gluten-free available. Tickets $12 adults, $8 ages 6 to 11, free under 5, or $35 for two adults and two children. For more, email Joanne at joannechair2016@gmail.com
Monday, Feb. 20
Family Day Activities
Use the illustrations of Barbara Reid to inspire a family portrait made of colourful plasticine, participate in a scavenger hunt and watch a short film about hockey. Free, donations appreciated. Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery, 147 Lochiel St., 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. For more, call 519-336-8127
Wednesday, Feb. 22
Clay Workshop
For ages 9 to 13. Create a unique coil creation with clay-handling techniques. At Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery, 147 Lochiel St., 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Suggested donation $10. Also on Feb. 23. To register, call 519-336-8127 ext. 3226 or visit jnaag.ca
Diabetes Prevention
Rapids Family Health Team offering a free diabetes prevention class at 233 Cameron St., Corunna, 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Computer Users
The Phoenix Project from Lambton College discusses its program of refurbishing computers for donation to organizations around the world. Sarnia Computer Users Group. Grace United Church, 990 Cathcart Blvd., 7 p.m. For more, visit www.scug.ca
Chamber AGM
Aamjiwnaang Chief Joanne Rogers and Lambton Warden Bill Weber to speak at Chamber of Commerce’s annual general meeting. Cash bar 6:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., meeting and speakers 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Lambton College Event Centre, 1485 London Rd. Register at www.sarnialambtonchamber.com. For more, call 519-336-2400
Thursday, Feb. 23
Photography
Kierson Nelson presents “Where Spirits Speak,” featuring photos from Amazonia, and Bill De Meester presents photos from “Franklin Island,” Georgian Bay, at St. Luke’s United Church, 350 Indian Rd. S., 7 p.m. Donations at door to YMCA’s breakfast and afterschool Programs. For more, call 519-344-1781
Friday, Feb. 24
Pastafest
The Kidney Foundation’s 14th annual Pastafest at the Quality Inn, 751 Christina St. N. First seating at 11:30 a.m., second seating at 12:30 p.m. Tickets $15 each and includes one nonalcoholic beverage. For tickets, call 519-344-3462 or email ehayter@kidney.on.ca
Ham Dinner
A ham dinner at High Park United Church, 1081 Brenchley St., from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. All welcome. Cost, $10. For more, call 519-336-9251
Living With Diabetes
Rapids Family Health Team offering a two-hour group session with an overview of how to live well with diabetes. 233 Cameron St., Corunna., 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Saturday, Feb. 25
Hiking
Easy two-hour hike of Bickford Woods with the Lambton Outdoors Club. For details and sign up, visit www.lambtonoutdoorclub.org/hiking
Meat Draw
Open Jam and meat draw at the Corunna Legion, 350 Albert St., 2 p.m. Draw at 4 p.m. Food available, wheelchair accessible, all welcome. For more, call 519-862-1240
Finding Dory
Free screening of Finding Dory at Sarnia Library, 124 Christina St., 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. For more, call 519-337-3291
Electric Library
Have device-related questions answered. Bring tablets, laptops, eReaders and other devices as well as login information for either the Apple or Google Play Store. At Sarnia Library, 124 Christina St. S., 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. For more, call 519-337-3291
Oil Painting
An oil painting workshop with artist Ian McLean, focusing on techniques of underpainting, glazing, expressive colour, and mark making. For adults. At Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Cost $90. Materials and lunch provided. Must register by calling 519-336-8127, ext. 3226 or visiting the JNAAG website.
E-Waste Recylcing
Laurel Lea St. Matthew’s Church hosting an electronic waste recylcing event to help those who can’t get to a recylcing centre. Accepting anything with a cord (computers, TVs, small appliances), but nothing containing refrigerant. 836 Exmouth St., 9 a.m. to noon. For more, call 519-337-7078
Sunday, Feb. 26
Imagined Landscapes
Coat an abstract layer of wax with black paint to create an imagined landscape with action and colour. Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery, 147 Lochiel St., 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Suggested donation $5 per family. Open to all ages. For more, call 519-336-8127
Lasagna Dinner
At Grace United Church, featuring meat, veggie and gluten-free lasagna, salad, bread and dessert. In support of Lunches for Learning. 990 Cathcart Blvd., 5 p.m. Tickets, $15 adults, $6 ages 13-17, free under 12 with purchase of adult ticket, available at church office or call 519-542-1203
Monday, Feb. 27
Forest Birds
Biologist and science educator Jody Allair will speak about at-risk forest birds at a free Lambton Wildlife event. All welcome. YMCA Careers and Learning Centre, 660 Oakdale Ave., refreshments and social gathering at 7 p.m., information at 7:30 p.m. For more, visit www.lambtonwildlife.com
Adult Colouring
At the West Lambton Community Health Centre, 429 Exmouth St., 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. All supplies provided, or bring your own. Free. To register, call 519-344-3017, ext. 259
Healthy Futures
Rapids Family Health Team offering a free parent information session on ‘portion distortion’ and food sneaking. 1150 Pontiac Dr., 6 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Tuesday, Feb. 28
Cooking Class
Learn how to cook healthy and inexpensive meals at the West Lambton Community Health Centre, 429 Exmouth St., 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Must pre-register by calling Rebecca at 519-344-3017 ext. 277
Community Dinner
Rapids Family Health Team offering a free lasagna family dinner. Guest speakers will offer tips on raising healthy children while children prepare dessert and participate in activities. Mooretown Sports Complex, 1166 Emily St., Mooretown, 5:30 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Pancake Supper
Pancakes and sausage supper at Camlachie United Church, 6784 Camlachie Rd., 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Includes coffee, tea and dessert. Cost $9 adults, $5 children ages 6 to 10, free 5 and under. Tickets at door. Takeout available, accessible building. For more, visit www.camlachieunited.ca
Pancake Lunch & Dinner
Shrove Tuesday pancake lunch and dinner at Dunlop United Church, 757 Rosedale Ave. Lunch 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., dinner 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Cost $6 adults, $3 children age 10 and under. For more, call 519-337-3061
Pancake Supper
Pancakes, sausage and dessert at St. Giles Presbyterian Church, 770 Lakeshore Rd., 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Cost $7 adults, $3 children, free for under 4. For more, call 519-542-2253
Pancake Supper
Pancake supper at Canon Davis Memorial Church, 380 Russell St., 5 p.m. Cost $6 adults, $3 children under 12. For more, call 519-344-9531
Pancake Supper
At All Saint’s Anglican Church in Corunna, 393 Lyndoch St. from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. Pay what you can. For more, call 519-344-5167
Spelling Bee
Deadline for registration for the annual Sarnia Spelling Bee, which will be held March 22 and 23 at 6 p.m. at the Sarnia Library, 124 Christina St. S. Students in Grades 3-5 should register for March 22, students Grades 6-8 register for March 23. For more, contact Judith Farris at 519-332-4876 or oll3@bellnet.ca.
Bingo & Euchre
A bingo and euchre lunch at High Park United Church, 1081 Brenchley St., 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. All welcome. Every Tuesday. For more, call 519-336-9251
Thursday, March 2
Soft Skills Training
Learn what soft skills employers are look for and how to build on your strengths at a Sarnia Lambton Workplace Development Board event. St. Clair Corporate Centre, 265 Front St. N., 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Free, requires registration. For more, email julie.allen@slwdb.org or call 519-332-0000
Friday, March 3
World Prayer Day
All Saints Anglican Church in Corunna hosting a World Day of Prayer service, prepared this year by women in the Philippines. 178 Hill St. , 2 p.m. freshments to follow. All welcome. For more, call 519-813-9084
World Prayer Day
St. Luke’s United Church hosting World Day of Prayers service for all zone 1 churches in Sarnia. 1:30 p.m., followed by social time and refreshments. 350 Indian Rd. S. For more, call 519-344-1781
Live Music
At the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 62, featuring The Sarnia Kitchen Party Band. 286 Front St. N., 8 p.m. Free, all welcome, dance floor available. For more, call 519-336-2841
Live Music
The rock band Round House performs at the Cheeky Monkey, 130 Christina St. N., 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. For more, call 519-332-0978
Saturday, March 4
Dance
At the Royal Canadian Legion, 286 Front St. N., 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. Open to all. Sarnia Ballroom Dancing Club. Cost $30. For more, visit www.sarniaballroomdancingclub.ca
Sunday, March 5
Vendor Sale
Over 25 vendors including Scentsy, Steeped Tea, Hush Now Sweet Baby, The Crafting Tree, Barbaradolls, Tupperware, and more. At Point Edward Arena, 210 Monk St., Point Edward, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free admission. For more, call Jennie at 519-383-8723
Wednesday, March 8
Concert
Sarnia Concert Association presents Buzz Brass at the Imperial Theatre, a stage production by the Canadian quintet ranging from classical to jazz and blues. 168 Christina St. N., 7:30 p.m. Cost $40 adults, $25 students. For more, email sarniaconcert@gmail.com
Women’s Day
Sarnia Modern Women’s International Women’s Day celebration at the Holiday Inn, 1498 Venetian Blvd., 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Cost $50 per person. For tickets, visit www.sarniamodernwomen.eventbrite.ca. For more, email info@SarniaModernWomen.com
Thursday, March 9
Lenten Organ Series
Central United Church’s annual lenten organ series, featuring a 30-minute, Thursday-at-noon performance, launches with Alma Knox on piano and Robert Towers on organ, 12 p.m. 220 George St., All welcome, donation appreciated. For more, call Nancy at 519-869-2017
Friday, March 10
Soup Lunch
Prepare two nutritious soups at St. Luke’s United Church, 350 Indian Rd., 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Bring containers to bring soup home. Offered by West Lambton Community Health Centre. To register, call 519-344-3017, ext. 237
Wednesday, March 15
Breastfeeding Class
Have breastfeeding questions answered and find out where to get extra help at the West Lambton Community Health Centre, 429 Exmouth St.m 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. To register, call 519-786-4545, ext. 231
Thursday, March 16
Lenten Organ Series
Central United Church’s six-week lenten organ series – a 30-minute, Thursday-at-noon performance, continues with Joel VanderZee of VanderZee Organ Builders. 12 p.m. 220 George St. All welcome, donation appreciated. For more, call Nancy at 519-869-2017.
Friday, March 17
St. Patrick’s Concert
Sarnia organist and keyboardist Ollie Case presents a St. Patrick’s Day concert at Laurel Lea St. Matthew’s Church, 837 Exmouth St., 7 p.m. Tickets $20 adults, $10 students. For tickets, call 519-337-7078 or email llsm@cogeco.net
St. Patrick’s Coffee
St. Patrick’s Day Coffee at All Saints’ Anglican Church, 248 Vidal St., 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Includes baking, knitting, sewing and a tea room for $2. For more, call 519-344-5167
Saturday, March 18
Free Skating
In Motion marked 10th anniversary with a free skate event at Clearwater Arena, 1400 Wellington St., 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Family yoga at 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m., infant massage tutorial at 12 p.m. and 1:30 p.m, and children’s obstacle course at 12:30 p.m. Snacks provided. To register, contact info@sarniainmotion.ca or 519-542-6060
Sunday, March 19
Breakfast and Meat Raffle
Pancakes, sausage, bacon, ham, eggs, and more. St. Joseph’s Parish on Lyndoch Street, Corunna, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost $8 adults, $4 children 6 to 12, free under 6. Take out orders available after 8:30 a.m. For more, call 519-862-1213, ext. 28
Monday, March 20
Adult Colouring
At West Lambton Community Health Centre, 429 Exmouth St., 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. All supplies provided or bring your own. Free. To register, call 519-344-3017, ext. 259
Wednesday, March 22
TOPS Open House
The weight loss support group Take Off Pounds Sensibly holding an open house at the Community of Christ Church, 1104 Leckie Dr., from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. For more, call Nancy at 519-332-5273
Thursday, March 23
Lenten Organ Series
Central United Church’s six-week lenten organ series, a 30-minute, Thursday-at-noon performance, continues with William Lupton of Huron College, London. 12 p.m. 220 George St. All welcome, donation appreciated. For more, call Nancy at 519-869-2017
Friday, March 24
Weight Loss Support
Join a registered dietitian and a group in a monthly weight loss support group. Share successes and struggles while learning how to live a healthy lifestyle. Fourth Friday of the month, West Lambton Community Health Centre, 429 Exmouth St., 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. To register, call 519-344-3017, ext. 259
Saturday, March 25
Film Festival
The Sarnia Justice Film Festival presents The Apology, a film about women who were forced into sexual slavery by the Japanese army during the Second World War. Sarnia Library Theatre, 7 p.m., followed by post-film discussion. Admission free, donations accepted. For more, visit www.Facebook.com/SarniaJusticeFilmFestival
Monday, March 27
Horticulturist Justin Nicol will speak about local trees and the benefits and struggles they face in an urban landscape at a free Lambton Wildlife event. All welcome. YMCA Careers and Learning Centre, 660 Oakdale Ave., refreshments and social gathering at 7 p.m., information at 7:30 p.m. For more, visit www.lambtonwildlife.com
Tuesday, March 28
Cooking Class
Learn how to prepare inexpensive and healthy meals at West Lambton Community Health Centre’s “Penny Pinching Pleasers” cooking class. 429 Exmouth St., 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Must register by calling Rebecca at 519-344-3017, ext. 277
Thursday, March 30
Lenten Organ Series
Central United Church’s six-week lenten organ series, a 30-minute, Thursday-at-noon performance, continues with Gerald Vreman of Centre Street Baptist, St. Thomas. 12 p.m. 220 George St. All welcome, donation appreciated. For more, call Nancy at 519-869-2017
Thursday, April 6
Lenten Organ Series
Central United Church’s six-week lenten organ series, a 30-minute, Thursday-at-noon performance, continues with 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
Thursday, April 13
Lenten Organ Series
Central United Church’s six-week lenten organ series, a 30-minute, Thursday-at-noon performance, continues with David Troiano of Gross Pointe Park, Michigan. 12 p.m. 220 George St. All welcome, donation appreciated. For more, call Nancy at 519-869-2017
Saturday, April 22
Film Festival
The Sarnia Justice Film Festival presents Bugs, a film about insects and their potential as a new superfood to feed the world. Sarnia Library Theatre, 7 p.m., followed by post-film discussion. Admission free, donations accepted. For more, visit www.Facebook.com/SarniaJusticeFilmFestival
Sunday, April 23
Breakfast and Meat Raffle
Pancakes, sausage, bacon, ham, eggs, and more. St. Joseph’s Parish on Lyndoch Street, Corunna, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost $8 adults, $4 children 6 to 12, free under 6. Take out orders available after 8:30 a.m. For more, call 519-862-1213, ext. 28
Saturday, April 29
Biker Blessing & Breakfast
A blessing and breakfast buffet to kick off the riding season. At Parkway Church, 551 Murray Dr., Corunna, 10 a.m. All welcome. Includes door prizes. Donations of canned goods be collected for NeighbourLink. Cost $10. For more, call Janice at 519-332-5875 or visit www.facebook.com/events/371894763167663
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