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AFTERSCHOOL KIDS’ CLUB

Wednesday, April 5 – 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Ages 8 - 12

Learn how to build different contraptions such as ramps, hammers and seesaws to create a chain reaction! This in person program will focus on building while incorporating elements of S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics). Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required.

BUILD WITH CONTRAPTIONS - MARBLE RUNS

Thursday, April 13 – 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Sunday, April 16 – 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Wednesday, April 19 – 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Ages 5+

Develop problem solving skills and an understanding of some basic scientific concepts such as gravity, momentum, actions and reactions, and simple structures. This program will focus on building while incorporating elements of S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics).

LEARNING FOR LIFE: INTERNET SAFETY FOR KIDS

Saturday, April 29 – 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Ages 9-12

Learn from the Sarnia Sexual Assault Survivors’ Centre to learn all about how to stay safe on your favourite social media apps and games. Gain a better understanding of how sophisticated algorithms use your information to target videos and ads based on your demographics and what you “like” in the app.

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Teens

Reverse Silhouette Art

Saturday, March 4 – 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Use our Cameo Silhouette die cutting machine. Staff will demonstrate how the device works, help you to cut out a shape of your choice, and provide art supplies for you to make an art piece using the silhouette as a negative.

TEEN DIY - CANDLE HOLDER

Wednesday, March 15 - 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Unleash your creativity and make a candle holder using materials cut from the Laser Cutter. Materials will be provided.

MAKERSPACE - CORK COASTERS ON THE LASER CUTTER

Tuesday, April 4– 6:30 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.

Staff will give a demonstration of the laser cutter and guide the engraving of a set of four cork coasters to take home. Materials will be provided.

Adults

Tech Tutor

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday – 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Need help navigating your computer, iPad or phone? Trying to set up an e-mail? We can help. Book a one-on-one session with one of our staff members.

LEARNING FOR LIFE - BRING YOUR OWN DEVICE

Sunday, March 5 - 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Sunday, March 26 - 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Bring your device to the library to have questions answered by a library technician. They can assist with smart phones, tablets, e-readers, and electronic library resources such as Libby. Bring charging cables and necessary passwords. This is a drop-in program; no registration required.

Adult Fiction Book Club

Monday, March 6, Tuesday, April 11 - 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Participate in thought-provoking discussions and experience new authors. To reserve your copy visit or call Sarnia Library at 519-337-3291 or visit lclibrary.ca. To reserve an eBook version, browse the Libby app. March: Read “Old Broad Road” and follow Sylvia on her journey as she encounters a brutal assault, depression and a reconciliation with her estranged family.

April: Discuss “The Judge’s List” by John Grisham, a legal fiction novel about judicial corruption. Investigator Lacy Stoltz takes on a judge that is not taking bribes - but he may be taking lives.

History Of Women In Lambton County

Monday, March 6, 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Still Life Drawing Workshop

Ages 16+ | Free | Registration Required

Thursday, March 9 - 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

A collaboration between Sarnia Library and JNAAG

This program is part of a programming series celebrating International Women’s Day. Join Curator/Supervisor Dana Thorne from Lambton Heritage Museum as she explores local stories and shares photographs and artifacts from the museum collection.

LEARNING FOR LIFE - KNIT TO CARE

Wednesday, March 8, April 12 - 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday, March 29, April 26 - 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Learn basic knit skills starting with the knit and purl stitch. Broaden your skill base with techniques like increase and decrease stitches. Patterns for donation projects are also available.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNING (ELL) CONVERSATION GROUP

Saturday, March 11, 25 - 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Thursday, March 16, February 16 – 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Practice your English through topical discussions and casual conversation with other English language learners in our ELL Conversation Group. All levels of speakers are welcome.

ONE BOOK LAMBTONSTILL LIFE DRAWING @ JNAAG

Thursday, March 9 - 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Inspired by the One Book Lambton selection for 2023, participants in this 2 hour session, will warm up with quick drawing exercises before moving onto creating a finished piece. Please note that this program is being held at the Judith and Norman Alix Art Gallery.

LEARNING FOR LIFE - TRIVIA NIGHT

Monday, March 20, April 17 - 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Challenge your friends in a night of trivia. Test your knowledge of geography, science, sports, literature and popular culture.

LEARNING FOR LIFE - WRITING CHALLENGE

Friday, March 24, April 21 - 6:00 p.m. to 6:45 p.m.

Put your writing skills to the test by trying our monthly challenges, then join our in-person discussion for an informal chat about the entries. Entries must follow the word count limit and be family-friendly, but feel free to interpret the prompt however you like. Write in any genre, style or mode. Instructions for submission will be emailed to you after registering.

March - Flash Fiction: The challenge here is brevity, every word counts, and the word count limit is strict. Word Count: 100 words; Prompt: ‘spire’

April - Ekphrasis: Try to capture a work of art from another medium, such as painting, sculpture, or music, using words. Word Count: 300 words

Adult Diy

Thursday, March 23 - 6:30 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.

Friday, April 28 - 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, April 30 - 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

March 23 – Reusable Dryer Sponges: Create a tool that is an eco-friendly and economical alternative to throwaway dryer sheets. All materials will be provided and are scent-free.

April 28 – Bad Art: Get creative and make something from nothing using a variety of materials that can be found in the home. Challenge yourself by subverting the conventional ideas of what “good” art is.

April 30 – Crochet Your Granny’s Granny Square: Continue practicing your crochet skills and learn one of the most common and popular crochet projects. Skills Required: slip knot, casting on, chaining, and single stitch New Skill: double crochet stitch Project: granny square

10 WAYS TO IMPROVE YOUR HEALTH WITH NUTRITION - LAMBTON PUBLIC HEALTH

Monday, March 27 - 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Learn about 10 ways to improve your health through nutrition with Health Promoter and Registered Dietitian Connie VanBellinghen.

Make Of The Monthseasonal Welcome Sign

Saturday, April 1, 8 - 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Wednesday, April 12, 19 - 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Make a 12”x18” seasonal welcome sign using the laser cutter and Silhouette cutter. All materials will be provided.

Makerspace Workshop

Thursdays - 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Fridays - 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Saturdays - 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Receive one-on-one training on select Makerspace equipment at the Sarnia Library. Choose to be trained on the 3D Printer, Laser Cutter, Silhouette Cutter, or Sewing Machine. Once trained you will be able to book time for independent use on the equipment.