Archive for the ‘Arts/Entertainment/Culture’ Category

Fundraising event next Thursday for the Lawrence House Centre for the Arts

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The Lawrence House Centre for the Arts is holding its inaugural River Cruise Summer Fundraiser on the Duc D'Orelans II on Thursday, July 14 from 6:00-9:00 pm. “This will be a great opportunity to support the Lawrence House,” said Board Chairperson Janette Hewitt. “As a Not For Profit organization we depend upon the public's support [...]

County approves establishment of a broad-based cultural plan as part of moving forward

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Culture can play a key role in the future vitality and prosperity of Lambton County, councillors were told at their Wednesday meeting. The Council, after hearing details of a cultural plan developed by London-based Hume Communications, gave its unanimous acceptance of the document, which presenter Gordon Hume says is a major step forward. Hume told [...]

KISS puckers up for Bayfest

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Thousands of fans will converge on Centennial Park today in anticipation of the opening tonight of Rogers Bayfest. The legendary band, KISS, kicks things off tonight. The entire lineup is listed below.   The ROCK Line-up: July 6 - KISS, The Envy, Inambush, The Crunge July 7 – MARIANAS TRENCH, Tokyo Police Club, The 88’s, To Tell July 8 – STEVE [...]

The countdown to Rogers Bayfest is on

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The massive 90 foot wide stage is now up in Centennial in advance of thousands of fans descending on Sarnia's waterfront for Rogers Bayfest 2011. New York City legendary rockers, KISS, will open the two-week long event next Wednesday evening.  

Petrolia Discovery announces winners of Father’s Day Classic car show

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Top prize in the Petrolia Discovery's Annual Classic Car Show, held in Bridgeview Park, Petrolia, on Father's Day, June 19, 2011 was taken by Ron Bedard of Sarnia for his 1936 Plymouth (pictured at right). Other winners included: 2nd Prize:  Ron Box, Denfield,  1941 Plymouth Convertible 3rd Prize:  Mike Hudson, Sarnia,  1951 Chevrolet Sports Coupe People's [...]

Red Green will duct tape his way to Sarnia, Oct. 28

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Red Green is coming to Sarnia's Imperial Theatre Oct. 28. The appearance is one of over 40 performances as Green (aka Steve Smith) rolls across Canada between September and November.  Most noted as the handyman who believes “anything is possible if you use enough duct tape,” Red Green has been entertaining North American audiences for [...]

Rogers Bayfest to include local artists showcase this year

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Rogers Bayfest has added something new to its lineup for this season. The Artist Showcase on Christina Street at Lochiel will take place on Saturday, July 9 and Sunday, July 10 at 11 am each morning.   Admission is free. There will be local artists, painters, jewelry makers and sculptors that will have the chance [...]

Another First Friday is nearly upon us

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"If the first of July be rainy weather, It will rain, more of less, for four weeks together." -  John Ray and whatever the weather come on out to the First Friday cultural walkabout. Ups N’ Downs Pub & Grill 226 Front St. N.   Ups N Downs presents “ART AND BILL ELDRIDGE” 9:30pm to [...]

Sarnia Rotarians gearing up to bring Mackinac watchers breakfast

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There's no better way for sailors and landlubbers alike to prepare for the start of the annual Mackinac sailing race than with a plateful of delicious pancakes and sausages – all for the good of Rotary community projects.  The Rotary Club of Sarnia is once again preparing to welcome area residents and visitors to its [...]

Sarnia Street Machines show their stuff at Centennial Park on Sunday

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The Sarnia Street Machines will host its annual Cruise in the Park on Sunday at Centennial Park. Registration begins at 9 am and the show continues until 4 pm. All vehicles must be registered to be eligible for any of the $1,000 in prize money available.