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O N TA R I O ’ S B L U E C O A S T
SARNIA-LAMBTON
SARNIA • POINT EDWARD • GRAND BEND • PETROLIA
2018
OFFICIAL TRAVEL GUIDE
the coast is just the beginning...
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CONTENTS
Sarnia Cove - Photo Credit: Ryan Farr, Proper Photography
Cover Photo: Kettle Point - Photo Credit:
Welcome to our Communities............................4 Stefan Hofer Photography
Beaches..................................................................8 Tourism Sarnia-Lambton would
like to thank the many volunteer
Boating - Cruising................................................10
photographers, tourism partners,
Fresh & Local.......................................................12 staff and designers who have
Fun & Festive........................................................20 donated their photos for the
production of this publication.
Cycling & Trails....................................................26
While every effort is made
Adventure & Sport..............................................30 to ensure the accuracy of
Theatre..................................................................34 information in this guide, Tourism
Art & Soul..............................................................38 Sarnia-Lambton cannot be
responsible for any errors or
Camping................................................................44 omissions.
Where to Stay......................................................48 This complimentary publication is
We ‘Love’ Our Neighbours................................54 printed in Canada.
Directories............................................................56 FYI Visitors - If you need
accessible entry to any of these
Travel Information...............................................80
businesses, we recommend to
Lambton County Trails........................................82 contact them directly.
1-800-265-0316 | www.OntBlueCoast.com
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Welcome to our Communities
As Warden of Lambton County it I take great pride in welcoming Welcome to the Land of the
is my pleasure to welcome you you to beautiful Sarnia-Lambton. Bluewater -Sarnia-Lambton.
to the home of Discoveries That As the Member of Provincial As the Federal Member of
Matter. Parliament, it is truly a pleasure Parliament for this beautiful
Lambton County, is located to introduce you to some of the community, I’m pleased to
along more than 100 km of many highlights of our region. welcome you to enjoy our lakes
waterfront and pristine beaches It all begins with our spectacular and rivers, forests and fields
where numerous festivals, water scenery! Whether you’re crossing and arts and culture. We have
sports and recreational activities the magnificent Bluewater countless opportunities for you to
occur throughout the year. Bridge, driving along the experience.
The Lambton County Regional picturesque St. Clair Parkway, We are located on the shores
Trails system allows active or exploring the backroads of of the St. Clair River and Lake
transportation enthusiasts the our unique small towns, there’s Huron, and also on the border of
opportunity to experience the always something new to the United States and Canada at
natural assets of our community. discover in every season. Port Huron.
Fresh and locally sourced If you’re looking for fun and Our arts and culture community
produce can be found at area recreation, relax on our sandy are truly world class. Whether
farmers’ markets and some white beaches, tee off at world- you love theatre, art or music,
orchards allow visitors to pick class golf courses, enjoy the Sarnia-Lambton has incredible
their own produce. great outdoors of our parks, amenities suited to every taste
Theatre productions in Petrolia, conservation areas and nature and age group. There are
Sarnia, and the Grand Bend trails, or experience fishing, amazing outdoor opportunities
area are bursting with talent boating and water sports on the for explorers and adventurers of
while Lambton’s museums world renowned blue waters of every skill set.
recount stories from our rich Lake Huron and the St. Clair We are the birthplace of oil in
past, including tales from the River. North America, and have evolved
oil industry whose roots, going Searching for great culture? into a diverse industrial heartland
back more than 150 years, can We’ve got something for the that produces almost one third
be found right here in Lambton whole family to enjoy, including of Canada’s petrochemicals.
County. Of course, visitors art galleries, music, live theatre, We are a bio-hub for both
will also want to expand their fascinating museums and a rich the biochemical industry, and
relationship with the visual arts collection of historical sites. renewable energy.
by visiting the world class Judith
& Norman Alix Art Gallery in Top that off with award-winning Exciting and innovative
downtown Sarnia. For an infusion restaurants, one-of-a-kind relationships exist between
of music, colour, and tradition, shopping experiences and a wide agriculture, academia, industry
check out the many special variety of accommodations – and the community at large. One
events that take place at local and you’ll find everything you’re of the largest solar farms in North
Indigenous communities. looking for to create a truly America is in the riding.
memorable holiday. Sarnia-Lambton is truly a
Lambton County is a community
ripe with activities, places, and What will you choose to enjoy? destination you should visit - see
events to experience. It is my The options are limited only by first hand our Discoveries That
desire that you will enjoy your your imagination! Matter.
time here and that we will see
you again soon.
Sincerely,
Bob Bailey MP Marilyn Gladu
MPP Sarnia-Lambton www.marilyngladu.com
Warden Bill Weber www.bobbaileympp.com
County of Lambton
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ARKONA - FOREST - GRAND BEND - IPPERWASH - PORT FRANKS - THEDFORD
GO ON. GET OUT THERE.
EXPERIENCE
LAMBTON
SHORES
Welcome to the Village of
POINT
EDWARD
The Gateway’s Starlight Casino is only a start!
• New Splash Pad, Waterfront Location
• Two golf courses
• Excellent Hotels/Accommodations
• Fine dining
• World famous french fries
• Sport fishing
• Blue Water Bridges
• Riverfront festivals
• Scuba diving
• Gift shops
• Large marina
• Beautiful walkway along the
St. Clair River and throughout the Village
POINT EDWARD MUNICIPAL OFFICE
135 Kendall Street · 519-337-3021
www.villageofpointedward.com
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Sarnia-Lambton
A great place to visit,
a better place to live.
Any member of the Sarnia-Lambton
Real Estate Board would be pleased
to find you a new home.
555 Exmouth Street
Sarnia, Ontario N7T 5P6
Phone: (519) 336-6871
Fax: (519) 344-1928
Welcome
We know Sarnia-Lambton
Donna Mathewson
Sales Representative
C: 519.466.3443
donna@mathewson.co
www.sarnia.ca
Lynne Brady
Sales Representative
C: 519.381.2353
lynnebradyrealestate@gmail.com
30 Years Award Winning Experience You Can Trust
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Under the Bluewater Bridges – Point Edward
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BEACHES
What does a perfect beach day look like to you?
Parasailing over 1000 feet in the air? Bouncing dad off of
a giant water trampoline? How about sinking your toes
into sand so soft it’s been certified as some of the world’s
best? If you’re looking for the ultimate beach experiences,
you’ve come to the right coast.
Just look for the Blue Flag. When you see a Set your sights on Main Beach in Grand Bend
Blue Flag flying, you know a beach or marina for a quintessential beach town experience.
is clean and accessible, has great water This popular sandy beach features a
quality, meets high safety standards and is splash pad, boardwalk, an easy access to
working hard to protect local shorelines and restaurants and shopping. Connect with a
ecosystems. There are only 26 Blue Flag local outfitter and try parasailing, flyboarding,
beaches in all of Canada, and Ontario’s Blue wakeboarding, waterskiing or tubing, or jam
Coast is home to two. out on the beach with free weekly concerts
all summer long.
If peaceful relaxation is what you’re after,
look no further than Canatara Beach, Sarnia. However you define a water-filled day of fun,
Stretching nearly a kilometre along the endless options await along Ontario’s Blue
shores of Lake Huron near the mouth of the Coast.
St. Clair River, this urban beach has plenty of
kid-friendly activities including a BMX bike
track and animal farm and is close to any
urban comforts you might require.
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Pinery, Grand Bend
Beaches, Grand Bend
Cantara Beach, Sarnia
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The Shores of Lake Huron
∞ Bright’s Grove Beach
∞ Ipperwash Beach
∞ Pinery Beach
The Shores of St. Clair River
∞ Brander Park
∞ Seager Park Xtreme Water Sports, Grand Bend
www.twp.stclair.on.ca
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BOATING-CRUISING
Mackinac Boat Race. Photo credit to Lou Sprenger & Tourism Sarnia-Lambton.
Looking to set sail on some of the bluest waters this side
of the equator? Just head west. Cruise into our waters on
your own boat and dock at one of our many marinas,
(two of which are Blue Flag status) or borrow one from
one of our many friendly outfitters when you arrive.
Yachting is highlighted by the annual Port Further north, you’ll find two of only 8
Huron to Mackinac Race in July. The shore Blue Flag marinas in all of Canada. Both
is lined with thousands of enthusiastic Port Franks and Grand Bend Marina have
onlookers and the river filled with a parade achieved Blue Flag status due to their
of boats, as fabulous world-class yachts sail commitment to environmental standards.
out to their starting points in the lake. Sailing
enthusiasts can take part in the annual Looking to rent a boat when you arrive?
Sailfest Regatta, one of the many events Pontoon boat rentals capable of
hosted by the vibrant sailing community at accommodating a maximum of ten adults are
the Sarnia Yacht Club. available from Bridgeview Marine Services,
while Deep Wave Rentals and Xtreme Water
When you’re ready to call it a night, dock your Sports in Lambton Shores offer weekly
boat at some of the friendliest marinas in the powerboat rentals for visitors looking for
Great Lakes. Both Sarnia Bay Marina and some fun on the water during their stay.
Bridgeview Marina located in Point Edward
offer every amenity needed to enjoy your Whatever floats your boat, we’re ready to
summer home away from home. host your next adventure.
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near Corunna
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Duc d’Orleans II
Come sail with us on the beautiful and scenic Duc D’Orleans II Cruise Ship
St. Clair River aboard the Duc d’Orleans II. Cruise the beautiful St. Clair
A family owned business for over 30 years we River aboard our ship
offer a narrated lunch cruise from Monday – • Ideal for company picnics,
Saturday pointing out areas of interest and a weddings, reunions, or
bit of history, reservations required. We also corporate affairs
offer a “cruise only” on Sundays; a perfect • Daily luncheon cruises
way to spend a sunny afternoon. Charters • Sunday afternoon cruises
also available. Departs Mackenzie Park, Sarnia
Reservations required
297 Front St. N., Sarnia (519) 337-5152 • Toll free: 1-888-493-9941
www.ducdorleans.com www.ducdorleans.com
ONTA R IO’S BLUE C OA ST | 11FRESH & LOCAL
Petrolia Farmers Market
Photo Credit: Lou Sprenger
Sip wine and chat with the winemakers who made it all
by hand. Sink your teeth into fresh caught lake fish while
enjoying a front row seat to one of the best sunsets in the
world. From hops to crops, there’s a new culinary scene
splashing up in Ontario, and it’s all inspired by the laid-
back lifestyles and farm fresh flavours of Lambton County.
When it comes to field-to-froth flavours, it For a true country experience, Twin Pines
doesn’t get more fresh than Stonepicker Orchards and Cider House is packed with
Brewing Company, located on the farm of from-scratch baked goods and award-
owners Joe and Mary Donkers, where ales winning hard cider, while Ontario’s first
and lagers are made from on-site ingredients commercial meadery Munro Honey and
and malt produced right on the farm from Meadery offers a chance to sample the
home-grown barley. Just a quick trip down unique flavours of mead wine.
the road, enjoy a refreshing “Craft Beer” at
the Tap House, located within the established There are over 2150 farms in Lambton County,
Widder Station Golf & Tap House. and a roadside farmstand or farmer’s market
is never hard to come by. Experience the
Located in the heart of the world’s wine belt, aroma of fresh herbs floating through the air
surrounded by lush and peaceful Lambton during your visit to the Forest Glen Herb Farm,
County countryside, owners Marc and Anne and stock up on the fruits of our labour at one
of Alton Farms Estate Winery are taking a of our many farmer’s markets.
hands-on approach to carving out a new
Ontario wine region, picking every grape and The Cottage Petrolia offers; Fire Roasted
labeling every bottle of their lightly filtered, Coffee, exquisite teas, handcrafted espresso
sustainably-produced wines by hand. beverages, pastries, and homemade soups
and sandwiches await you at Petrolia’s new,
locally owned coffee shop.
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Alton Farms Estate Winery
Smackwater Jacks
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Forest Glen Herb Farm Twin Pines Orchards & Cider House
A variety of lovely herb and floral gardens, A harvest experience filled with home-made
as well as an incredible store filled with a food, hand-made crafts and organically
variety of dried floral arrangements, herbs grown produce. The Cider House showcases
and gift items. A special open house sale bountiful displays of country crafts, twig
is held during the month of December. furniture, garden art, gifts and home decor.
Tearoom and demonstrations are available The Cider House Kitchen offers freshly baked
with pre-booked reservations for Groups/ Northern Spy Apple Pie, or take home frozen
Motorcoaches. with Alma’s jams, jellies, chutneys, and pastry
8333 Glendale Dr., Lambton Shores apples with caramel sauce! Sample our hard
www.forestglenherbfarm.com cider and apple wines, too!
8169 Kennedy Rd., Thedford
Tangs China House www.twinpinesorchards.com
In business since 1970, Tang’s China House
specializes in hot and fresh selections of Coffee Lodge
Chinese and North American food using Simple motto, yet extraordinary experience...
fresh, wholesome and quality ingredients for good food. good coffee. good people.
a satisfying experience.
400 Exmouth St., 49 Finch Dr., Lambton Mall,
165 Cromwell St., Sarnia Sarnia, Bluewater Bridge Duty Free Shop,
www.tangschinahouse.ca Point Edward, 4199 Petrolia Line, Petrolia
www.coffeelodge.ca
ONTA R IO’S BLUE C OA ST | 13Alton Farms Estate Winery at the Victoria Playhouse, just steps away!
Welcome to Alton Farms Estate Winery, 4190 Petrolia Line, Petrolia
where our wines are handcrafted from 226-738-0881
100% estate grown grapes. We offer over
seventeen different wines which are
processed and aged right on site. Enjoy a akSence
glass of wine on our outdoor patio complete Visit akSence for beautiful handbags,
with a woodier pizza oven. Canadian-made jewelry, home décor, and
5547 Aberarder Line, Plympton-Wyoming unique gifts. Come in for our delicious Las
www.altonfarmsestatewinery.com Chicas Coffees, Iced Coffees or Italian
Sodas. Enjoy a delicious light lunch or book
our popular High Tea.What goes better
Stonepicker Brewing Company with a wonderful coffee than a sweet treat
Stonepicker Brewing Company is owned and made from scratch? Great daily selection of
operated by Joe and Mary Donkers and Jim homemade squares, scones and muffins.
and Laura Soetemans. Their brewery will 8 Main St. W., Grand Bend
be opening this Spring/Summer at the farm www.aksence.com
of Joe and Mary Donkers which is located 4
km south of Forest on Hwy. 21. They will be
offering a variety of ales and lagers made Petrolia Farmers Market
from on-site ingredients. The water used Fresh produce, baking, handmade crafts.
will be from the farm well and the malt will Shop the Market/Shop the local Businesses
be produced on the farm from home-grown – Make a day of it in Petrolia! Market is every
barley. All of the excess water and brewers Saturday May to October.
grain leftover from the beer process will be 396 Fletcher St., Petrolia
returned to the field and used for fertilizer 519-882-2350
for next year’s beer crop! Tastings and
purchases will be available on site!
7143 Forest Rd., Plympton-Wyoming Olives Casual Cuisine
www.stonepickerbrewing.com Olive’s Casual Cuisine is a casual yet elegant
dining atmosphere. We pride ourselves on
providing an excellent dining experience for
Munro Honey & Meadery a very reasonable price. For lunch you can
Buzz on over to Munro Honey & Meadery. enjoy our “Teahouse” menu featuring our
Being one of Ontario’s largest producers of homemade quiches, strata, salads, soups
honey and hive products in Ontario, we have and more. For dinner our chefs create daily
experience to show the production of honey features in addition to a menu that offers a
from the hive to the table. We are Ontario’s great selection of freshly prepared dishes.
first commercial meadery, producing Our wait staff provides the best of service
international, award-winning, quality honey and strives to not only meet but exceed the
wines. Our gift shop has an array of gift needs of all customers.
baskets and giftware.
See our Observatory Hive. 1591 London Line, Sarnia
www.olivescuisine.ca
3115 River St., Alvinston
www.munrohoney.com
Blackwater Coffee Co.
Blackwater Coffee Company is Sarnia’s
The Cottage Petrolia first and only micro roaster. We feature
Fire Roasted Coffee, exquisite teas, four distinctive styles of coffee, all using
handcrafted espresso beverages, pastries, freshly roasted beans from Africa and South
and homemade soups and sandwiches America. They include traditional drip;
await you at Petrolia’s new, locally owned specialties like espresso and lattes; siphon
coffee shop. Relax in our beautifully designed filter brew; and cold coffee from a drip tower.
setting or grab one of our picnic lunches and
head across the street to Victoria Park for a 177 Christina St. N., Sarnia
delightful afternoon before catching a show www.blackwatercoffee.ca
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Come and visit our award winning Herb
Farm and B & B featuring organically grown
herbs, flowers, spices, produce and more.
Open year around - Daily 10-5
8333 Glendale Drive, Lambton Shores ON
www.forestglenherbfarm.com
519-899-HERB (4372)
Vines OPEN
Wines
to
LOCAL LOCAL YEAR-
ROUND
OPENING SPRING/SUMMER
2018!
7143 Forest Rd. • Plympton Wyoming
WINE TASTINGS • EVENTS
GIFT SHOP • OUTDOOR PATIO
WITH WOOD-FIRED PIZZA OVEN
5547 Aberarder Line
4 km South of Forest Plympton-Wyoming
519-899-2479
www.stonepickerbrewing.com altonfarmsestatewinery.com
...buzz on over to
Munro Honey &Something
Meaderyfor everyone!
Honey & Hive Products • Gift Shop • Observation Hive
“Munro’s Meadery”, Ontario’s First Meadery
Sweet’ning Your Day Since 1914
Hours
January-March, Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm
April-December, Monday-Saturday 9:00am-5:00pm
3115 River Street, Alvinston
519-847-5333
www.munrohoney.com
ONTA R IO’S BLUE C OA ST | 15Freshly Cooked Authentic Indian Cuisine.
Vegetarian, Vegan & Gluten-Free Options.
Open for Lunch, Dinner & Takeout. We Deliver!
May Order OnLine
Expanded to Accommodate Larger Groups
Celebrating Special Occasions & Business Meetings.
Sarnia’s #1 Rated restaurant on Trip Advisor.
A quarter of a century of handcrafted ice 519-491-5650
cream, fresh fudge and chocolates using www.sitarasarnia.com
many locally sourced ingredients creating
traditional and very unique flavours.
Come see what 25 years of
experience brings!
Seasonally - Front Street Shop
Across from Centennial Park
519-491-1231
Year Round - Lambton Mall
519-541-0102
www.icecreamery.ca
WIDDER STATION
GOLF & TAP HOUSE
BOOK YOUR EVENT TODAY!
• Craft Beer Tap House • Public Course
• Tournaments • Weddings & Banquets OPEN GRILL
• Event Facility • Catering In-House & Remote
• Sunday Brunch 10am-2pm (Starts in June) RESTAURANT
• All You Can Eat Salad Bar • Senior Menu
• DAILY SPECIALS • Gifts Cards Available
• 50 Person Banquet Room Available
• Kids Eat Free Everyday
Large groups are welcome.
721 Lite St. • Point Edward, ON • (519) 336-5221
519-296-4653 • info@widderstation.com Mon-Fri: 8am-9pm • Sat: 9am-9pm • Sun: 9am-8pm
www.widderstation.com www.opengrillrestaurant.ca
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without stop at John’s Restaurant.
7 Days a week
• Seating for over 220!
• Lunch and Dinner specials
along with dozens of great
menu options.
Open for Lunch & Dinner • Breakfast Served All Day.
• Bus Tours and Teams
BANQUETS always welcome!
We can accomdate your party with
famousbacon.com • 519.542.9821
a set menu. For more info please 1643 London Line (close to PASA and Clearwater Arenas)
call the restaurant.
Cafe, Espresso Bar,
Fresh Baked Goods
and much more!
400 Exmouth St.
(519-344-6799)
49 Finch Drive
(at Wellington St. across from
Clearwater Hockey Arena)
(519-344-0374)
Lambton Mall
(519-542-0816)
Big Fish Steak & Lounge Blue Water Bridge
Duty Free Shop
1717 London Line • Sarnia, ON (519-336-5333)
519-542-5553 4119 Petrolia Line
(519-882-0633)
bigfishlounge.com www.coffeelodge.ca
Sarnia’s newest Grillhouse!
FREE DESSERT WITH
PURCHASE OF ANY ENTREE
For a good time... call Lola 1150 Christina St. North, Sarnia Ontatio
519 336 8088 Opening Spring 2018
110 Christina St. South, Downtown Sarnia
ONTA R IO’S BLUE C OA ST | 17Big Fish Steak & Lounge Ice Creamery
Big Fish is a trendy steak and seafood Here at The Ice Creamery, desserts are our
restaurant and bar. Sarnia’s newest steak passion. We use only the finest and freshest
and seafood destination offers modern ingredients to create sweets that will fill your
dining with a great atmosphere. We use all belly and warm your heart. Come and visit -
certified angus beef, and all our deserts are your taste buds will thank you!
handmade. We offer a wide selection on our 1380 London Rd., (Lambton Mall), Sarnia
menu, that includes steak, seafood, chicken, www.icecreamery.ca
pasta, and wraps and more. We also have
a great lunch menu, and complete bar with
everything from Martini’s to the perfect pint. John’s Restaurant
One of southwestern Ontario’s favourite
1717 London Line, Sarnia restaurants for nearly 45 years, recognized
www.bigfishlounge.com as the largest independent buyer of Canadian
peameal bacon in all of Canada, with the
Lola’s Lounge majority of its food prepared from scratch.
Step into the world of Lola’s…Sexy, Sassy, Specializing in great home cooking, fast
and Spectacular. Funky Art Deco design lit friendly service and great value.
against a red hue with ultra-lounge sounds 1643 London Line, Sarnia
and a one of a kind dining experience. Enjoy www.famousbacon.com
a signature martini or cocktail at the stylish
bar or an intimate dinner for two. For a party
that makes a statement, Lola’s Lounge offers Dairy Queen
fabulous food and an experience in itself! Dairy Queen is not only soft serve ice cream;
we have a full menu of food. We pride
110 Christina St. S., Sarnia ourselves on having great food and friendly
service. We are locally owned and operated
Lakepoint Grill & Restaurant and we are “Fan Food Not Fast Food.”
Come experience Sarnia’s newest Barbeque 1400 Exmouth St., Sarnia
Grillhouse & Lounge. Featuring Chicken, www.dairyqueen.com
Ribs and Steaks grilled to perfection. Lake
Point is also keeping up with the latest trends
serving up delicious vegetarian, vegan, high Open Grill
protein and gluten free options. You will be The Open Grill brings new tastes and
able to enjoy meeting our in-house wine provides fantastic value. Try our signature
specialist who has the skills to guide you thru steaks, chicken dishes, ribs, or seafood. Our
the process on choosing the perfectly paired famous Salad Bar is included with our dinner
wine for your meal. Lake Point will be offering specials.
lots of special events and activities. Stay 721 Lite St., Point Edward
tuned for more details. www.opengrillrestaurant.ca
1150 Christina St. N., Sarnia
F. I. N. E, A Restaurant
We specialize in casual fine dining and
custom catering for any event. Enjoy lunch
or dinner on our tranquil outdoor patio, or
inside beside our cozy fireplace. Chefs Ben
Sandwith and Erryn Shephard are always
working on new dishes to ensure that you will
have a F.I.N.E. dining experience.
42 Ontario St. S., Grand Bend
www.finearestaurant.com
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$9 99
Two Double Cheese n Dine
for
Burger meals for $9.99
1400 Exmouth St., Sarnia
519-542-8656
Home of The Community’s Ultimate Chinese Dining
CHINA HOUSE
SINCE 1970
• Chinese & Canadian
• Full Menu
• Buffet & Salad Bar
48
• All Day Takeout & Delivery
(utensils available)
• We use vegetable oil YEARS
for all cooking!
LICENSED BY L.L.B.0.
MAJOR CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED
165 Cromwell • 519-336-2200 • Phone/Fax 519-336-2203
• www.tangschinahouse.ca
(Across from Bayside Mall, downtown Sarnia)
akSence
Café, Catering & Gift Boutique
Join friends for breakfast, light lunch
or a traditional English High Tea and
CASUAL, ELEGANT &INTIMATE DINING good conversation at
akSence in Grand Bend
Browse through our gift shop to find that
perfect gift. Jewelry, Home Decor, unique
Canadian made gifts and more
Having a party?
Let akSence make your event as unique
as you are. Weddings, garden parties,
family gatherings, whatever the event we
can help make it a succes!
Serving lunch and dinner,
Monday through Saturday.
(Private rooms available for groups)
13 Main Street, Grand Bend, ON
(519) 541-1333 • 1591 London Line, Sarnia, Canada Tel: 226-377-1851
www.olivescuisine.ca www.aksence.com
ONTA R IO’S BLUE C OA ST | 19FUN & FESTIVE
When you’re blessed with waterfront parks, beaches, and
National Geographic-ranked sunsets as your backdrop,
there’s a lot to celebrate. Whenever our communities
come together, two things are for certain; you can always
find live music and delicious food.
It’s been said we know how to throw a November’s South Western International
great music festival. Thousands gather at Film Festival gives a chance for festival goers
Sarnia Bay to hear the top country music to mingle with some of the top filmmakers
acts across North America at Bluewater from across the globe. All are welcome to
Borderfest, while the Port Huron to Mackinac attend the Aamjiwnaang and Chippewas
Boat Race is celebrated weekend-long with of Kettle and Stony Point First Nations Pow
the annual Bridge Bash under the Blue Water Wows each summer to see spectacular
Bridge. You can find free folk, jazz, and blues displays of Native dancing, crafts, and enjoy
concerts on the beach every week in the authentic aboriginal cuisine.
summer at Summer Sunset Sounds, and our
Canada Day celebrations have won many Lastly, who can forget about the food? Enjoy
awards. heaps of tzatziki and gyros at Greekfest,
vegan food trucks at Vegfest, and slabs of
Our arts and culture celebrations always mouthwatering ribs at Ribfest, before wetting
pack a venue, too. Some 25,000 visitors your whistle with delicious craft beer at
attend the annual cultural walkabout Artwalk Oktoberfest in the fall.
in downtown Sarnia each June, while
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Photo Credit: Metcalfe Photography
Summer Sunset Sounds
Photo Credit:Janette Baillie
Artwalk, Downtown Sarnia
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Lambton Food & Film Festival Sarnia Kinsmen Ribfest
May 24 - 27, 2018 July 5 - 8, 2018
Join us for screenings of award winning An annual tradition since 1999, enjoy
Canadian and international films plus great mouth-watering ribs, inflatables, and live
food, entertainment, shopping, a youth short entertainment on stage nightly.
film competition, and more in downtown Centennial Park
Forest at the Kineto Theatre, one of the oldest 430 Christina St. N., Sarnia
remaining movie theatres in Ontario. www.sarniakinsmen.ca
24 King St. W., Forest
www.forestfestivals.ca/lafff
ONTA R IO’S BLUE C OA ST | 21EVENTS
MARCH APRIL
Annual Ipperwash Syrup Festival Lambton College Host Mini Pow Wow
Silver Birches Campground, Forest Sarnia
Alvinston Maple Syrup Festival Arena Cross - Progressive Auto Sales Arena
AW Campbell C.A., Alvinston Sarnia
Maple Syrup Festival Watford Easter Events
Watford Fire Hall, Watford Forest, Petrolia, Port Franks, Sarnia
Return of the Swans Bluewater Anglers Annual Salmon Derby
Lambton Heritage Museum, Grand Bend Sarnia Bay Marina
Annual Paint Ontario Exhibition & Sale Sarnia Home & Recreation Show
Lambton Heritage Museum, Grand Bend Sarnia Clearwater Arena
Easter in the Park Forest Garden Club Home & Accents Show
Children’s Animal Farm/Canatara Park, Sarnia The Shores Recreation Centre, Forest
Bluewater Angler’s Hatchery Open House
Under Bluewater Bridges, Point Edward MAY
Grand Bend Studio Tour: Arts, Eats & Beats
Grand Bend & area
Victorian Tea
Moore Museum, Mooretown
For a complete list of our
Lambton Food & Film Festival: LAFFF
“EVENTS & FESTIVALS” Forest
please go to Walpole Island Spring Pow-Wow
www.OntBlueCoast.com Walpole Island
FOREST FESTIVALS
Arkona’s Heritage Market FOREST KIWANIS
PRESENTED BY CLUB AT THE
Enjoy free coffee and pastries while you shop! KINETO THEATRE THE OLDEST MODERNIZED
THEATRE IN NORTH AMERICA!
• Wisbeach Chicken • Fresh Flowers • Clothing • Epicure
• Vintage Treasures & Antiques • Mary Kay • Inspired Coffee Lambton
• Hand Crafted Gifts & Jewellery • Abattoir & Smoked Meats FILM & FOOD
FESTIVAL
• Incredible Spread ‘Em Garlic Spread • Soaps & Essential Oils
4th Weekend in May Weekly New Movie
• Loves Sweetness Maple Syrup
Award-winning Canadian and
Releases!
Open year round, every day. international films and docs Friday, Saturday, Sunday and
11am-5pm (Winter) • 10am-7pm (Summer) Open-air farmers’ market
Tuesday at 8 pm
$5 for 2D, $7 for 3D
7283 Arkona Road, Arkona, ON Unique dining experiences
around town Popcorn, drinks and treats
(519) 854-7670 • arkonamarket@gmail.com
facebook.com/ArkonaMarket/ Visit ForestFestivals.ca for film schedules & events.
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JUNE Canada Day
Forest, Grand Bend, Petrolia, Sarnia
Sarnia Artwalk
Downtown Sarnia Kettle & Stoney Point Pow Wow
Kettle Point Park
Kid’s Funfest
Sarnia Clearwater Arena Mackinaw Breakfast
Under Bluewater Bridges, Point Edward
Auto Show, Father’s Day Weekend
Bridgeview Park, Petrolia Mackinaw Race
Under Bluewater Bridges, Point Edward
Canada Day
Bright’s Grove Bridge Bash
Under Bluewater Bridges, Point Edward
Sarnia Street Machines “Cruise in the Park”
Centennial Park, Sarnia Bluewater Borderfest
Centennial Park, Sarnia
Alvinston Pro Rodeo, Father’s Day Weekend
Alvinston Aamjinaang First Nation Pow Wow
Aamjinaang First Nation
Assante Dirty Dash
Canatara Park, Sarnia Summer Sunset Sounds
Grand Bend Main Beach
Grand Bend Beachfest
Grand Bend Art in the Park
Petrolia
Bluewater Borderfest
JULY Sarnia
Sarnia Greekfest
Downtown Sarnia
Sarnia Ribfest
Centennial Park, Sarnia
KINSMEN CLUB
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Sarnia Kinsmen & H.C. STARCK
www.sarniakinsmen.ca
ONTA R IO’S BLUE C OA ST | 23EVENTS
AUGUST Lambton Fall Colour Craft Festival
Grand Bend & Thedford
3rd Annual International Granfondo
Sarnia Reaper’s Realm Haunted Forest Ride
Courtright
Annual Watford Cornfest
Watford Centennial Hall & Park, Watford
Sarnia Street Machine “Hot August Nights” NOVEMBER
Centennial Park, Sarnia Celebration of Lights
San Rocco Festival Centennial Park, Sarnia
Sarnia Santa Claus Parades
Summer Sunset Sounds Corunna, Forest, Kettle Point
Grand Bend Main Beach SWIFF – South Western International Film
Thunder by the Beach Festival
Grand Bend Motorplex Sarnia
Western Ontario Steam Threshers Reunion
Forest Fairgrounds, Forest DECEMBER
Artzcape by the Bay Celebration of Lights
Centennial Park, Sarnia Centennial Park, Sarnia
Gala Days Christmas on the Farm
Port Lambton Children’s Animal Farm/Canatara Park, Sarnia
Christmas in the Village
SEPTEMBER Point Edward
Fall Fairs Santa Claus Parades
Brooke-Alvinston, Petrolia, Petrolia, Sarnia
Plympton-Wyoming, Forest
Jazz & Blues in the Village
McGibbon Park, Sarnia
JANUARY 2019
Sarnia Boy’s Silver Stick
Sarnia Arena’s
OCTOBER Forest Boy’s Silver Stick
Brigden Fall Fair The Shores Recreation Centre, Forest
Bridgden Fairgrounds, Bridgen Sarnia Girl’s International
Silver Stick Tournament
Sarnia Arena’s
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7 days a week.
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On the Canadian Bridge Plaza - keep right after toll
(800) 395-7672 • www.bridgedutyfree.com
Your one-stop resource for community services in Ontario
Walpole Algonac Ferry Ltd.
“The Convenient Crossing”
The Walpole Algonac Ferry
service has been in operation
for over 100 years.
Operating out of the historic Walpole Island First
Nation (Ontario, Canada), the ferry crosses the
St. Clair River to Algonac (Michigan, USA) and
is the closest route between Detroit and Chatham/
Wallaceburg/London/Toronto areas. The two-ferry
operation runs daily, year-round (weather permitting),
with a crossing time of approximately seven minutes.
If you are looking to cross the border in a fast, clean,
and friendly environment, then let The Walpole Algonac
Ferry be your convenient crossing port of entry.
For rates and services, call 1-519-627-7978 visit
http://walpoleislandferry.ca • https://www.facebook.com/WAFLBOAT/
ONTA R IO’S BLUE C OA ST | 25CYCLING & TRAILS
Looking for premium waterfront cycling with
plenty of tasty diversions along the way?
Discover how much more fun a day of cycling riders the chance to see Lambton County’s
becomes when you refuel at quaint coffee natural wonders including Rock Glen Falls,
shops, from-scratch bakeries, and farmer’s Pinery Provincial Park and the ancient kettle
markets along the way. Swap city streets for concretions at Kettle Point.
lakeside trails, thriving fruit orchards, and
open air countryside when you challenge Every August, a force of 800 cyclists
yourself along 600 kilometres of trails along gather on the shores of Lake Huron for the
the coast. Bluewater International Granfondo, a
non-competitive long distance cycling
Ride beside Great Lakes vessels and event welcoming cyclists from across
pleasure craft navigating one of the world’s North America.
busiest waterways along the scenic St. Clair
River Trail, or beneath the twin-spanned Blue Find your next ride on our extensive
Water Bridge on the Point Edward Waterfront trail systems in the region at
Trail. The Lambton Shores Nature Trails offer www.lambtoncountytrails.com.
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Ride Don’t Hide Event 2018 Parks and Recreation Dept., City of Sarnia
June 24 Situated on the shores of Lake Huron at the
Save the Date! Ride Don’t Hide is the mouth of the St. Clair River, the City of Sarnia
Canadian Mental Health Association’s annual is noted for its breathtaking sky-blue water
event to promote awareness of mental health and beautiful waterfront parks. The great
and resources in our community as well as outdoors awaits in this 4-season City where
to break the stigma that so often surrounds residents enjoy swimming at public beaches
mental illness. Choose from 8km, 20km, 50km in the summer, strolling through woodland
and 80km routes. Visit the website for more trails in the fall, snowshoeing in winter, and
event details. visiting our gardens and parks in the spring.
1166 Emily St., Mooretown 255 N. Christina St., Sarnia
www.ridedonthide.com www.sarnia.ca
Bluewater Trails, City of Sarnia
Hike, cycle, or walk across the vast network
of multi-use trails throughout the Bluewater
Trails system, connecting scenic waterfront
public parks, unique displays of history, and
beautiful natural environments.
Lambton County
www.bluewatertrails.com
ONTA R IO’S BLUE C OA ST | 273RD ANNUAL
BLUEWATER
INTERNATIONAL
GRANFONDO
3 DISTANCES
SARNIA, ONTARIO TO CHOOSE FROM
SUN. AUG. 5TH 2018 50K, 100K & 150K
FOR MORE INFO &
TO REGISTER VISIT WWW.BIGF.CA
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$ $
• FAMILY OWNED
£
• SERVING THE AREA FOR OVER 10 YEARS
611 St. Clair Street • Point Edward, ON
(Corner of Ironworks Gym, next to LCBO)
(519) 344-7811 • euroman1949@gmail.com
EVERYTHING YOUR GARDEN NEEDS: Shrubs, Trees,
Perennials, House Plants, Water Plants, A Tropical
Indoor and Outdoor Paradise • Unusual Finds
• Pet Farm • Bird Sanctuary
Paul and Anita VanAdrichem
Year-Round, Open 7 days a week 8 am-5 pm
May-June, Mon.-Fri.: 8 am-8 pm, Sat.-Sun.: 8 am-5 pm
10133 Lakeshore Rd., 3 km south of Grand Bend, on Hwy. 21
T: 519-238-1321 • F: 519-238-1429 • westlandgreen@hay.net
www.westlandgreenhouses.com
Bluewater Trails’ network of
trails and bike-friendly streets
provides safe accessible routes
for community members and
tourists to enjoy the beauty of
Sarnia-Lambton.
City of Sarnia
Parks and Recreation
www.bluewatertrails.com
519-332-0330 ext. 3202
ONTA R IO’S BLUE C OA ST | 29ADVENTURE & SPORT
Deep Wave Rentals
Jump out of a plane. Explore depths below. Jet across the
water’s surface, or downward dog on a paddle board, on
a perfectly still lake. Canoe, wakeboard, kayak or parasail.
Whether you want to hang loose or find your zen, you’re
sure to find something that moves you along
Ontario’s Blue Coast.
Sarnia is the largest city on Lake Huron, and Bounce dad off a giant water trampoline at
Grand Bend one of the most popular resort Xtreme Watersports (they also have pretty
towns in Ontario. This is lake country with a much every watercraft available for rent),
surprisingly tropical twist. One aerial flight or practice your poses on a stand up paddle
1000 feet in the air with Grand Bend Parasail board from Beach Bum Rentals in Brights
overlooking turquoise Lake Huron and you’ll Grove.
be doing a double take, forgetting you’re not
somewhere south of the equator. See Lake Huron from above (8000 feet to be
exact), by jumping out of a plane at Grand
Channel your inner X Games superstar at Bend Sport Parachute Center, or from below
Boarder Pass Cable Wakeboarding Park in by snorkelling its depths to explore antique
Sarnia Bay, where you can practice your ollie shipwrecks.
or front flip without needing your own motor
craft, or unleash your inner James Bond Catch pike, bass, and walleye on a fishing
with a water jet pack rental at Grand Bend charter; experience the great outdoor
Flyboard. tradition of axe throwing, or challenge
yourself at one of 19 premium golf courses,
all of which are waiting once you arrive on
our shores.
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Photo Credit: Lou Sprenger
Grand Bend Parasail
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Indian Hills Golf Course Hiawatha Horse Park & Driving Range
Come find your game at the Hills. The terrain One of Ontario’s fastest harness racing
is hilly and well wooded with ponds and showplaces, Hiawatha Raceway offers live
streams coming into play on eleven holes. racing, & Intertrack (simulcast events) and
There are over 50 traps and bunkers for the dining. Hiawatha Raceway is a fun-filled
golfer to play around. When you come play spot for families and children of all ages with
the Indian Hills Golf Club, you will thoroughly a variety and activities including baseball
take pleasure in our professionally operated diamonds, F1 Karting, Driving Range, and
facilities. Beach Volley Courts. Hiawatha Raceway is
6991 Lakeshore Rd., Lambton Shores not simply an attraction, but a destination.
www.indianhillsgolf.ca 1730 London Rd., Sarnia
www.hiawathahorsepark.com
ONTA R IO’S BLUE C OA ST | 31The Pinery Provincial Park Hi-Way Bowl A breathtakingly beautiful park with 10 km Feel the need to bowl? Located in Sarnia, of sandy beach on the shores of mighty Hi-Way Bowl is your source for lighthearted Lake Huron you will see extremely rare fun! Grab your nearest and dearest and head and fragile Oak Savanna and Coastal Dune to our bowling alley for a memorable night Ecosystems with extraordinary biodiversity out. – over 800 vascular plants, over 300 bird 1898 London Line, Sarnia species. Sunsets here are ranked by National www.hiwaybowl.com Geographic as among the “Top 10 Best in the World”! Plan your trip today to Pinery Provincial Park - always in season. 9526 Lakeshore Rd., Grand Bend www.ontarioparks.com/park/pinery Beach Bumz Rentals 32 | 1 - 8 0 0 - 2 6 5 - 0 3 1 6 | w w w.On t Blu e Co a st .co m
“Best Golf Course in Lambton Shores”
Tee Times: 519-786-5505
or
Book online
www.indianhillsgolf.ca
Hi-Way Bowl offers the most
interactive scoring system
available in the bowling industry.
BESX extreme fun for everyone!
6991 Lakeshore Rd, Lambton Shores, N0N 1J2
Fun for all ages If we’re open our
Licensed under kitchen is open
LIVE RACING L.C.B.O.
SATURDAYS Easy acceses fr
om
May to September 402 highway
Post time 6:30pm
Pool table, darts, stocked
Simulcast Racing all year long,Thursday, Friday &
Saturdays from noon to Midnight.
proshop, restaurant and bar
Driving range open 9am daily, Apr.-Oct. weather permitting.
Interested in renting our baseball diamonds, volleyball
courts or banquet hall? Contact us today!
Hiawatha’s Main Bldg: 519-542-5543
519-542-2234
The Range Sports Park: 519-491-0148
www.hiawathahorsepark.com www.hiwaybowl.com
Pinery
EXPLORING starts here. /PineryProvPark
Open all year, every season. There’s something for everyone.
Enjoy paddling, hiking, skiing, camping, fall colours or sunset watching.
Go online to plan your day trip or book a campsite at OntarioParks.com/welcome
Paid for by the Government of Ontario
ONTA R IO’S BLUE C OA ST | 33THEATRE
Sarnia Lambton Chamber of Commerce 2017 Outstanding
Business Achievement Awards – Imperial Theatre
Photo Credit: TMRRW Inc.
Let us entertain you! From classic dramas to vibrant
musicals, our lively theatre scene always draws a crowd.
Whether you want to laugh out loud or sing along to
famous show tunes, round out your stay on the coast with
a thrilling performance at one of our Heritage theatres.
Built in 1889 as an opera house, Victoria Top Canadian, International & local
Hall which houses the Victoria Playhouse entertainers take the stage at Imperial
Petrolia is one of the brightest jewels in Theatre, located in a beautifully restored
Lambton County’s crown. A National Historic former movie house in downtown Sarnia.
Site of Canada, it hosts a professional Situated in a picturesque country setting,
summer theatre season from May through located inside a spacious century-old barn,
September, as well as a very popular off- the Huron Country Playhouse is just minutes
season concert series. from the sparkling shores of Lake Huron and
is the perfect spot to experience summer
theatre.
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Victoria Playhouse Petrolia
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Huron Country Playhouse
Located in a picturesque country setting,
the Huron Country Playhouse is just minutes
from the shores of sparkling Lake Huron,
this popular destination is the perfect spot to
experience summer theatre.
70689 B Line, Grand Bend
www.draytonentertainment.com/huron-
country-playhouse
Huron Country Playhouse
ONTA R IO’S BLUE C OA ST | 35Imperial Theatre Victoria Playhouse Petrolia
Beautifully restored former, 1930’s Art Deco This theatre offers six exciting professional
movie house in Sarnia’s cultural district theatre productions May through
includes 612-seat balcony and main level September, along with a variety of children’s
seating, with performances by top Canadian, programming, and the year round concert
International & local entertainers. series, Rockin’ at The Playhouse. Housed in
Open year-round. Victoria Hall, a fully accessible designated
168 Christina St. N., Sarnia National Heritage Site, Victoria Playhouse
www.imperialtheatre.net Petrolia provides quality entertainment amid
Victorian splendour.
411 Greenfield St., Petrolia
www.thevpp.ca
Victoria Playhouse Petrolia
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Conservation Area
Rock Glen Falls • Arkona Lions Museum
Live on stage
8680 Rock Glen Rd. • Arkona, Ontario
Gatehouse: 519-828-3071
Ausable Bayfield: 1-888-286-2610
• Museum • Trails • Fossils • Picnic pavilions
at the
• Book weddings, reunions • #RockGlenWedding
Huron
Visit a b c a . o n . c a
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Playhouse
Grand Bend
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Mainstage
West Side Story | June 7 to June 23
Cruisin’ Classics | June 27 to July 7
Canada 151 | July 12 to Aug 4
Disney’s The Little Mermaid | Aug 9 to Sept 2
Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn | Sept 13 to Sept 30
Playhouse II
Kings & Queens of Country | June 13 to June 30
Cinderella: The Panto | July 5 to July 22
Out of Order | July 25 to Aug 11
The Birds and the Bees | Aug 15 to Sept 1
519-238-6000
Book tickets online 24/7
huroncountryplayhouse.com
ONTA R IO’S BLUE C OA ST | 37ART & SOUL
Lambton Heritage Museum
It’s been said that there is an remarkable number of
artists per capita in Lambton County. The laid-back
lifestyles of Ontario’s Blue Coast inspire a talented
community of artists and creatives.
We have been fortunate to have a remarkable a wide range of juried exhibitions on display
number of artists per capita in Lambton near Lake Huron, or awaken your creative
County. The laid-back lifestyles of Ontario’s spirit at one of the many art workshops at The
Blue Coast inspire a talented community of Art Shop in Watford.
artists and creatives. Celebrate the stories
of our past and the talent of today with a visit No trip is complete without a souvenir. Ah!
to one of the many galleries and lakeside Some Art in the Village of Point Edward
studios dotting the coast. specializes in funky, eclectic, and fun
Canadian art jewelry and gifts. Sunset
Located in the centre of Sarnia’s downtown Arts is a co-operative art gallery run by 13
cultural district and a block from the local artists featuring a variety of original
waterfront, the Judith & Norman Alix art including oil, acrylic, and watercolour
Art Gallery offers an eclectic range of situated near the Grand Bend Marina.
exhibitions, tours, lectures and programs.
The gallery’s permanent collection comprises Heritage Sarnia-Lambton
some 1,200 Canadian historical and Care to roam about a fully operational 19th
contemporary works. The Lawrence House century oil field? Why not climb aboard the
Centre for the Arts, housed inside a historic time machine and spend a day with villagers
Victorian mansion, plays host to a unique and farmers of a century ago? The eight
array of programming including spoken word museums of Lambton County offer a vast
and live music performances. variety of events, exhibits, and programs
throughout the year. We invite you to join us
A peaceful gallery experience awaits at anytime. We are sure your experience will
Gallery In The Grove, where you’ll discover truly be time well spent!
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JNAAG
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The Lawrence House Centre for the Arts
A community based, independent, not-for-
profit, charitable organization committed to
encouraging the creation and appreciation
of the visual, performing, and literary arts in
Sarnia-Lambton. The best local gift shop in
Sarnia, featuring locally made art, craft, and
authors is located here. The Lawrence House
holds monthly art exhibitions, with frequent
concerts and workshops.
127 Christina Street South, Sarnia
www.lawrencehouse.ca
Stones ‘N Bones Museum
ONTA R IO’S BLUE C OA ST | 39Stones ‘N Bones Museum Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery
Wander through the beautiful galleries of Located in the centre of Sarnia’s downtown
fluorescent minerals, fossils, dinosaur bones, cultural district, a block from the waterfront,
butterflies, giant insects, shells, coral, antlers, the Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery offers an
horns, enormous shark jaws, superb taxiderm eclectic range of exhibitions, tours, lectures
items & Native American artifacts. Afterward and programs. The gallery’s permanent
visit our unique (expanded) gift store! collection comprises some 1,200 Canadian
223 Christina St. N., Sarnia historical and contemporary works including
www.stonesnbones.ca the Group of Seven, Franklin Carmichael,
Arthur Lismer, J.E.H. Macdonald and A.Y.
Jackson.
Ah! Some Art 147 Lochiel St., Sarnia
A one-of-a-kind gift and art boutique in Point www.jnaag.ca
Edward. All of our items are handcrafted
pieces created by artists and artisans mainly
from Canada, with the remainder coming from Gallery in the Grove
the US. Our items include pottery, greeting Located near Lake Huron, this treasure of an
cards, jewelry, cloth, metal art, photography, art gallery, fosters awareness, appreciation,
glass, and everything in between. and pride in the artistic achievements of both
123 Michigan Ave., Point Edward emerging and established visual artists in
www.ahsomeart.com/index.html Lambton County and throughout Canada.
2618 Hamilton Park Rd., Brights Grove
www.galleryinthegrove.com
Lawrence House
Photo Credit: Jim Paton
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Heritage Building
is s io n
free adm
nt
e r t a in m e
l iv e e n t
The Lawrence House
Centre for the Arts
Exhibits by Regional Artists
CDs by Local Musicians
Books by Local Authors
Gift Shop:
Original Paintings
Pottery
Jewellery
Stained Glass
Cards
& More
Studio and Classroom Space
Handicap Accessible
Public Washrooms
n
F r id a y C elebratio
First pm
o n t h o p en ‘til 9
each m
Regular Hours:
Saturday and Sunday | 11 am to 4 pm
Wednesday to Friday | 11 am to 5 pm
Monday and Tuesday | Closed
127 Christina Street S., Sarnia ON N7T 2M8
519.337.0507 | www.lawrencehouse.ca
ONTA R IO’S BLUE C OA ST | 41Kettle & Stony Point
Gas & Convenience
A great place to fuel up!
7119 Lakeshore Rd. Kettle & Stoney Point FN
One Step Closer
To Better Hearing
Full Service Spa • Medical Esthetics
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Fashion Boutique
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MON: 10 - 4 TUES-THURS: 9 - 7 FRI & SAT: 9 - 5 PETROLIA
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www.glassandpillarspa.com
www.lambtonaudiology.com
Looking for a unique gift or souvenir?
Come shop where the tourists shop!
Find us inside the Tourism Information Centre
located in the Village of Point Edward.
Our gift shop offers specialty items including
local and Canadiana products, such as post cards,
t-shirts, mugs, magnets, and so much more!
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Celebrating 40 years! Discover the unique human and natural history of Lambton County in
our modern exhibit centre: Pioneer life, early settlement, Victorian furnishings and agricultural
technology are all explored. Picnic in the shade of our oak forest. Great fun for all ages!
Where 10035 Museum Road, Grand Bend When Mar. 1 - Oct. 31: Mon. to Fri. 10am - 5pm; Weekends/Holidays 11am - 5pm;
Nov. 1 - Feb. 28: Mon. to Fri. 10am - 5pm (outdoor buildings closed) More lambtonmuseums.ca/heritage or 519-243-2600
Lambton County Archives
Lambton County Archives is the archival centre for genealogical and local history research in
the County of Lambton. We preserve and make accessible historical and family documents for
researchers.
Where 787 Broadway Street, Wyoming When Mon., Wed., & Fri. 9am - 5pm; Tues. & Thurs. 9am - 5pm & 6pm - 9pm;
Sat. 12pm - 5pm More lambtonmuseums.ca/archives, 519 845-5426 or facebook.com/lambtoncountyarchives
Oil Museum of Canada
Uncover Lambton County’s oil discovery and its major worldwide impact during your visit to this
National Historic Site. The Oil Museum of Canada and seven outdoor interpretive buildings reveal
an intriguing oil story. Working wells continue to trickle in the Oil Heritage Conservation District - a
unique pocket of present day history to see!
Where 2423 Kelly Road, Oil Springs When May 1 - Oct. 31: 10am - 5pm daily; Nov. 1 - Apr. 30: Mon. to Fri. 10am - 5pm
More lambtonmuseums.ca/oil or 519-834-2840
Moore Museum
Our 13 building historic village engages you in discovering the life and work of past generations.
Your heritage journey includes a one-room schoolhouse, general store, log cabin, Victorian cottage,
railway station, caboose, historic church and more.
Where 94 Moore Line, Mooretown When March & April: Mon. to Fri., 9am to 4pm; May - Aug.: Fri. to Tues. 11am - 5pm;
Sept. to Mid-Dec. Mon. - Fri. 9am - 4pm (Closed Easter weekend, Labour Day, Thanksgiving and Remembrance Day)
More mooremuseum.ca or 519-867-2020
Sombra Museum Cultural Centre
Discover the unique turn-of-the-century Victorian home in Sombra Village. Includes period home
furnishings, heritage exhibits and more. The newly built Sombra Museum Cultural Centre includes an
extensive marine collection as well as housing a growing archival collection.
Where 3476 St. Clair Parkway, Sombra When Victoria Holiday Weekend: 1pm - 4pm;
June, July & Aug.: 11am - 4:30pm daily; Sept: 1pm - 4pm daily More sombramuseum.webs.com or 519-892-3982
Arkona Lions Museum and Information Centre
Museum displays include Devonian fossils such as brachiopods, gastropods, crinoids and horned
coral as well as artifacts. Bus tours and school groups are welcome. The museum was upgraded in
2015 with new donations of fossils, minerals and artifacts and six new display cases among other
improvements.
Where 8680 Rock Glen Road, Arkona When May, June, Sept & Oct. Weekends 10am - 5pm or by appointment.
June - Aug. daily 10am - 5 pm More abca.on.ca or 519-828-3017
heritagelambton.ca Take a closer look!
Discover Lambton’s stories and history through
@heritagelambton a network of local museums and archives.
Be sure to visit one nearest you.
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