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Wednesday, Oct. 12
Green Drinks
Brenda Lorenz and Darrell Randell will lead a discussion on de-listing the St. Clair River at a Green Drinks environmental roundtable. Free, all welcome. 100 Christina St. North, doors open 6:30 p.m. For more, visit www.greendrinks.org/ON/Sarnia
Open Studio
Sarnia Artists’ Workshop presents a free open studio at Grace United Church, 900 Cathcart Blvd., 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. For more, visit www.sarniaartistsworkshop.com or email sarnia.artists.w@gmail.com
Heart Smart Choices
Twin Bridges NPLC offering a two- session program to lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart disease. The second session is on Oct. 19. 109 Crawford St., 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Register at www.tbnplc.com or 226-776-9030
Living With Diabetes
Rapids Family Health Team offering a free workshop that provides a general overview on living well with diabetes at 233 Cameron St., Corunna, 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Film Workshop
For ages 9 to 13. Ian Alexander will show the ins and outs of pre-production planning, filmings, editing and acting. Explore Sarnia’s downtown while producing a short film. Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery, 147 Lochiel St., 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Free. To register, call 519-336-8127 or 519-344-2062
Thursday, Oct. 13
Rummage Sale
Central United Church’s annual two-day rummage and garage sale featuring closing, household items, small appliances, small furniture, craft supplies, jewelry and attic treasures. 220 George St., Friday, 12 noon to 2 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. For more, call 519-344-4561
Friday, Oct. 14
Anti-Poverty Rally
The local Poverty Reduction Network hosts a “Stand Up Against Poverty” rally on the steps of City Hall. Speakers, and highlights from four new Lambton-funded anti-poverty initiatives. 12 noon to 1 p.m. 255 Christina St. N., For more, contact Karen at 519-332-8055, ext. 15
Garage Sale
Two-day sale at Central United Church, 220 George St., Friday 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Items include fall and winter clothing, household items, appliances and furniture, books, cookbooks, jewelry, toys, knitting supplies, plants and more. For more, call 519-344-4561
Sarnia Octoberfest
A two-day celebration of polka, sausage, live music and beer. On Davis Street, between Christina and Front. 19 and over. Tickets, $10 or $25 for weekend. Friday, 5 p.m. to 12:30 p.m., Saturday, 3 p.m. to 12:30 p.m. For more, email info@sarniaoctoberfest.com
Saturday, Oct. 15
Bingo
Mayflower Rebekah Lodge holding a bingo night at All-Saint’s Church, 498 Lyndoch St., Corunna, 7 p.m. Includes door prizes, no cash prizes. Must be 18+ to play. For more, call 519-466-5564
Baby to Teen Sale
Bi-annual fundraising sale at Bethel Pentecostal Church, 1565 London Line, 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. with proceeds to Neighbourlink Sarnia-Lambton. For sale: baby to teen items including clothing, toys, bedding, DVDs, books, games, strollers, etc. For more, call Cindy at 519-344-3283.
Live Music
Lost Pilgims perform a blend of bluegrass, country, folk and Celtic music at Paterson Memorial Church, for the church’s 85th anniversary. 120 Russell St. S., 7 p.m. Tickets $15 in advance, $17 at the door, available by calling office at 519-344-6422, June at 519-337-3445 or Marilyn at 519-344-6360
Axe Throwing
An axe throwing competition called Kick Hunger’s Axe in support of the Inn of the Good Shepherd, at Valley Axe, 1886 London Line, 9 a.m. No experience required. Training and safety rules provided. Team of five costs $200. For more, contact Erica at erica@theinnsarnia.ca or 519-344-1746, ext. 303.
Symphony Opener
The International Symphony Orchestra opens it 2016-17 season with “In the Beginning…” under the baton of music director Douglas A. Bianchi ,with guest pianist Robert Conway. Imperial Theatre, 168 Christina St. N., 7:30 p.m. For more, call Anne at 519-337-7775 or the theatre at 519-332-6591
Bluewater Country Bazaar
Bluewater Country’s annual bazaar at 5700 Blackwell Sideroad, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Includes bake table, white elephant table, raffles, and prizes. All welcome. For more, call Sue at 226-313-2261, or 519-542-2787
Makerspace Ozobot
For ages 8 and up. Sarnia Children’s Library, 124 Christina St. S., 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-337-3291
Electric Library
An opportunity to have device-related questions answered. Participants encouraged to bring their tablets, laptops, eReaders, and other devices along with login information for Apple or Google Play Store. Sarnia Library, 124 Christina St. S., 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-337-3291
Gadget Gallery
Learn about electronic devices you can use to download eBooks, eMusic, eMovies, eMagazines and eAudiobooks from the library. Sarnia Library, 124 Christina St. S., 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. For more, call 519-337-3291
Free Movie
Showing Hotel Transylvania 1 at Sarnia Children’s Library, 124 Christina St. S., 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. For more, call 519-337-3291
Fall Fair
Annual fall fair at Grace United Church, 990 Cathcart Blvd., 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Chili, soups, baked goods, books, DVDs, Tea & Muffin Room, vendors, BBQ and horse & wagon rides. Entry $2 for adults, free for children 12 and under. To volunteer contact Pauline at kferguson25@cogeco.ca or call 519-339-9763.
Murder Mystery Dinner
The theme is “Ghouls Just Want to Have Fun.” Costume is required. Tickets $75 per person. Each ticket includes $25 charitable donation tax receipt. Only 30 tickets available. Location to be given with ticket purchase. At 5:30 p.m. For tickets, call Cheryl at 519-312-7128
Canoeing and Kayaking
Easy, three-hour paddle in the Shetland area. For details and sign up, visit www.lambtonoutdoorclub.org/canoe-kayaking
Hike
Medium level, three-hour hike of the Bright’s Grove Loop in Howard Watson Trail. For details and sign up, visit www.lambtonoutdoorclub.org/hiking
Curator Talk
Join Darryn Doull, the curator of ‘In the Shadow of the Millennium’ at Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery, for talk and tour. At 147 Lochiel St., 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free. To register, call 519-336-8127
Church Concert
Christian rock band Manic Drive performs with Tru-Serva, Blank Pages and Tiffany Sinko at Redeemer Christian Reformed Church, 5834 Blackwell Side Road, 7 p.m. Tickets, $20 advance, $25 at the door. For more, call 519-542-4202
Candlelight Memorial
The Pregnancy and Infant Loss Network hosting a candlelight memorial at the City Hall fountain to acknowledge and honour those who have lost a baby in pregnancy or infancy. 7 p.m., 255 Christina St. N. For more, contact Kerry at kerryboot@hotmail.com or 519-384-0582
Sunday, Oct. 16
Rayjon Trip Info
Information session for anyone interested in joining a Rayjon Awareness Trip to Haiti or Dominican Republic during March break 2017. Grace United Church, 990 Cathcart Blvd., 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Teens 16 and up and all adults welcome. For more, call Bryce at 519-542-1542, or Joanna at 519-869-2659
Christian Concert
Cornerstone Anglican Church presents award-winning Christian recording artist Greg Sykes, 1273 Exmouth St. inside Sarnia Christian School, 6 p.m. Admission free, freewill offering appreciated. For more, call 519-491-5384
Family Sunday
Based on Mitch Robertson’s “Star Values,” participants will choose a constellation to create a watercolour painting using star stickers, wax crayons, and salt. Free and open to all ages. Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery, 147 Lochiel St., 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. For more, call 519-336-8127
Canoeing and Kayaking
Medium level, four-hour paddle in Walpole Island area. For details and sign up, visit www.lambtonoutdoorclub.org/canoe-kayaking
Church Anniversary
Community of Christ Church invites current or former members, participants in the boys or girls program, neighbours, friends, and former students of SS #13 Moore school to the 50th anniversary service and open house. 2390 LaSalle Line, Corunna, 2 p.m. For more, call 519-862-3189
Monday, Oct. 17
Therapeutic Swim
Twin Bridges NPLC is hosting an instructional exercise class performed in an indoor saltwater pool at Pathways Health Centre, 1240 Murphy Rd., 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., on Mondays until November 21. Cost is $10 for 6 sessions. Register at www.tbnplc.com or 226-776-9030
Adult Colouring
Free, relaxing afternoon of colouring and conversation. West Lambton Community Health Centre, 429 Exmouth St., 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. Supplies provided or bring your own. Limited enrollment. To register, call 519-344-3017, ext. 259
Lunchtime Yoga
Provided by Twin Bridges NPLC and suitable for all levels. At Lighthouse Church, 152 Parker St., 12:15 p.m. to 12:45 p.m. Mondays until Nov. 7. Register at www.tbnplc.com or 226-776-9030
Chair Yoga
Classes offered by Twin Bridges NPLC’s certified yoga instructor. Suitable to all levels. At Lighthouse Community Church, 152 Parker St., 11 p.m. to 12 p.m. Mondays until Nov. 7. Register at www.tbnplc.com or 226-776-9030
Quit Smoking
Rapids Family Health Team offering a free seminar to help quit smoking with free nicotine replacement therapy at 1150 Pontiac Dr., 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Sarnia Makers
A monthly gathering at the Sarnia Library Makerspace.The club provides an environment for makers to learn more through discussion, books, DVDs and programs. Help plan new maker workshops and projects. At Sarnia Library, 124 Christina St. S., 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. For more, call 519-337-3291
Junior Achievement
Junior Achievement of Southwestern Ontario offering a free, 18-week company program for high school students interested in learning leadership and business skills. At the SLBDC, 109 Durand St., 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Mondays. Can win scholarships and awards. For more, contact Becky at 519-336-1484 or bkrukowski@jaswont.org or visit www.jacanada.org/sw-ontario
Tuesday, Oct. 18
Sprouting Healthy Futures
Rapids Family Health Team offering free seminar with tips and tricks to raising healthy children. The topic is Go, Slow, Whoa & Learning to Say “No”. 1150 Pontiac Dr., 6 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949.
Living With Diabetes
Rapids Family Health Team offering a free workshop on living well with diabetes at 1150 Pontiac Dr., 1:30 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Wednesday, Oct. 19
Diabetes Cooking
Second session of a free three-month series focusing on the basics of healthy eating for diabetes prevention and management. Led by registered dietitian. All skill levels welcome. Last session on Nov. 16. West Lambton Community Health Centre, 429 Exmouth St., 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Limited enrollment. To register, call Janice at 519-344-3017 ext. 259
Cooking Buddies
West Lambton Community Health Centre’s free cooking class for children ages 6 to 12. Location to be announced. 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Held third Wednesday of every month until April. Limited spaces. To register, call 519-344-3017, ext. 237
Coffee and Conversation
EFT Presentation (often known as ‘tapping’), a process of stimulating the body’s meridian points with the fingertips to heal physical and emotional ailments. Mallroad Library, 1362 Lambton Mall Rd., 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-542-2580
Photography Workshop
For ages 9 to 13. Combine fitness and art in an interactive fast-paced photography workshop. Instructors will guide short jogs through the community. At Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery, 147 Lochiel St., 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Free. To register, call 519-336-8127 or 519-344-2062
Brain Injury
The Brain Injury Association Sarnia-Lambton will hold a free community information night on financial planning with associates from DNA Financial at the VON Building, 1705 London Line, 6:30 p.m. Park and enter from back lot. To attend, call 519-337-5657 or email info@sarniabiasl.ca
Dinner & Raffle
Roast beef dinner at Canon Davis Memorial Church, 380 Russell St. N., 5 p.m. Cost, $15, includes raffle tickets.. To reserve, call 519-344-9531
Horticultural Society
Gardener Marg Dudley will discuss The Challenges of Shade Gardening at a Sarnia Horticultural Society meeting. Redeemer Christian Reformed Church, 5834 Blackwell Sideroad, 7 p.m. All welcome. For more call Barb at 519-332-5837.
Thursday, Oct. 20
Anger Management
An eight- week series held Thursdays until Dec. 8 at the West Lambton Community Health Centre, 429 Exmouth St., 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Identify anger triggers and patterns and practice positive and effective anger management skills. To register, call 519-344-3017 ext. 237
Conflict Resolution
Bring your lunch and learn strategies on how to communicate and resolve conflict in relationships. Twin Bridges NPLC, 109 Crawford St., 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. Thursdays until Nov. 10. Register at www.tbnplc.com or 226-776-9030
Diabetes Prevention
Rapids Family Health Team offering a free workshop for people at high risk of developing diabetes. 1150 Pontiac Dr., 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949
Pasta Fest
To support Italian earthquake victims, the Dante Club holding a Pasta Fest at 1330 London Rd., 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Includes focaccia, pasta, meatballs and salad. Cost $12 adults, $8 for children. Tickets at Dante Club. Take out meals available. For more, call 519-542-9311
Film Screening
Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery screening The Wicker Man. Series recommended for mature viewers only. 147 Lochiel St., 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Free. To register, call 519-336-8127
Potluck Lunch
Fellowship of the Least Coin at St. Luke’s United Church, 350 Indian Rd. S., 12:30 p.m. Bring your own plate, cup, silverware and a dish to share. Followed by service with a guest speaker from the refugee committee. For more, call 519-344-1781
Baha’is of Sarnia
Speakers Josee and Gord Britton will discuss “Our Spiritual Journey” at a spiritual assembly of Bahá’ís of Sarnia meeting. Sarnia Library, 124 Christina St. S., 7 p.m. All welcome. Light refreshments available. For more, email lsaofsarnia@gmail.com
MADD Candlelight Vigil
In remembrance of loved ones killed or injured by impaired driving, MADD Sarnia-Lambton holding a candlelight vigil at the Point Edward Optimist’s Hall, 210 Monk St., 7 p.m. Candles provided. Memorial table on which to place photographs of loved ones. For more, call 519-339-9962 or email office@maddsarnialambton.com
Friday, Oct. 21
Start of a seven-show Theatre Sarnia production of Rock of Ages, a romance told through rock and roll hits. Performances on Oct. 21, 22 and 26-29 at 7:30 p.m., and an Oct. 23 matinee at 2 p.m. Tickets, $35 adults, $17.50 youth. For more, visit www.imperialtheatre.net or call 519-344-7469.
Support Group Weekend
Sarnia Beginning Experience’s fall support group weekend for anyone divorced, separated and widowed. At St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 261 Christina St. N., on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. For more, call 519-331-8859 or 5193375553 or visit www.sarniabeginningexperience.org
Saturday, Oct. 22
Go ENG Girl
Free event for girls in Grades 7-10 interested in science, technology, engineering or mathematics. Students learn from female professionals, academics and students while participating in engineering activities. Info sessions and lunch for parents. Great Lakes Secondary, 275 Wellington St., 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Register at http://www.eng.uwo.ca/outreach. For more, contact Joanne at joanne.moniz@uwo.ca or 519-661-2111, ext. 86988
Fish Fry and Dance
Pickerel Fish Fry and Dance at Corunna Legion, 350 Albert St. Dinner 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., dance at 7:30 p.m. until midnight. Entertainment by Kim and Vic. Tickets $18. advance tickets only. All welcome, wheelchair accessible. For more, call 519-862-1240
Fall Bazaar
St. Benedict’s CWL fall bazaar at St. Benedict’s Parish Centre, 1011 Oak Ave., 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Items include knitting, sewing, baking, deli, cakes, treasures, jewelry, and books. Also available are turkey pies, spring rolls and chili. Luncheon available with soup, sandwiches, muffins. Fore more, email Jackie at jmdetailleur@yahoo.ca.
Makerspace Sewing
For ages 8 and up. Make a ghost using Makerspace equipment. Sarnia Library, 124 Christina St. S., 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-337-3291
Zombiefest
A screening of Frankenweenie at 12 p.m., make-up artists, zombie walk at 2 p.m., followed by zombie fashion show and 14A movie Fido at 3:30 p.m. All ages, but under 18 zombie walkers must have permission slip or be accompanied by adult. Free admission, accepting food donations. Sarnia Library, 124 Christina St. S. Must pre-register by calling 519-337-3291
Gadget Gallery
Questions about using Lambton County Library’s digital resources? Bring your gadgets in to find out how. Camlachie Library, 6745 Camlachie Rd., 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more, call 519-899-2202
Trivia Night
Rotary Club’s 5th annual after-hours trivia night at DeGroot’s Nurseries, 1840 London Line. Doors open at 7 p.m., trivia begins at 8 p.m. Food, auction and door prizes. Cost $25 or $200 for table of 8. To register, email afterhourstrivia@gmail.com or call 519-381-3469
Comedy and Hypnotist
Bright’s Grove Optimist Club presents hypnotist and comedian Jeff West. Huron Oaks Golf Course, 2587 Lakeshore Rd., 7 p.m. to 12 a.m. Includes light buffet, karaoke and door prizes. Tickets are $35. For more, visit www.brightsgroveoptimists.com
Hike
Medium level, three-hour hike of Ausable Trail. For details and sign up, visit www.lambtonoutdoorclub.org/hiking
Water Witching
Learn about the history of water witching and to witness a demonstration by Brian Litchy at Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery, 147 Lochiel St., 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free. To register, call 519-336-8127
Halloween Dance
At Camlachie Community Centre, 6767 Camlachie Rd., 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. Open to all. Cost $30 for non-members of Sarnia Ballroom Dancing Club. For more, visit www.sarniaballroomdancingclub.ca
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