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Volunteer Mentors Needed – Sarnia & Lambton County
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Sarnia-Lambton is recruiting volunteer mentors for children in Sarnia and Lambton County, with over 100 kids currently waiting. Call 519 336 0460 or apply online to learn how you can be matched and start making a difference.
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National Dog Day adoptable dogs video
The Sarnia & District Humane Society celebrated National Dog Day with a short video showcasing adoptable dogs still seeking forever homes, accompanied by the hashtags #NationalDogDay, #AdoptDontShop, and #SDHumane. The post is a simple, shareable way to support local pet adoption and give shelter dogs extra attention on their special day.
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Meat raffle fundraising event
River City Vineyard is promoting a meat raffle today at Scroggie's from 4 to 6 PM, with tickets priced three for five dollars or two dollars each. All proceeds support the United Way of Sarnia-Lambton, making this a fast, affordable way to help local organizations.
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Alpha Adult Literacy program update
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia reports that a new monitor group in the hills of Saint-Marc, Haiti completed three weeks of training to teach Alpha Adult Literacy across Levels 1, 2, and 4. Three classes will continue, and two new Level 1 classes open this September in communities that have not had Alpha before.
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Back to School collection and donation
Noelle's Gift to Children received Back to School items from Kim Duffield at EXIT Realty Sarnia and the Gal Pals Sarnia Lambton chapter, marking their second year of support. The group has reserved August for future collections, creating an annual tradition to help local students access supplies and essentials.
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Board of Directors recruitment
Habitat for Humanity Sarnia-Lambton is recruiting new members for its Board of Directors. Contact David Waters at dwaters@habitatsarnia.com to learn about the role, responsibilities, and how to apply.
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End of Summer Bash
Black Gold Brewery hosts the End of Summer Bash on Saturday, August 29 from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM at 395 Fletcher St., Petrolia, with $1 from every beer sold donated to Lambton County Developmental Services. Expect live music, food vendors, and a community focused evening supporting people with developmental disabilities.
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50/50 ticket fundraiser
Habitat for Humanity Sarnia-Lambton is running a 50/50 ticket fundraiser with ticket sales open online and a firm deadline of August 30, 2026. Buy tickets at www.habitatsarnia.com/win to support local housing work and enter the raffle before the deadline.
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Summer 50/50 Lottery
Habitat for Humanity Sarnia-Lambton is holding a Summer 50/50 Lottery with a draw on August 31, 2026; half the jackpot will go to one winner while ticket sales support local home building programs. Buy tickets now to support the cause and enter to win, and share the campaign using #HabitatSarnia and #Summer5050.
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Golf tournament raffle announcement
Habitat for Humanity Sarnia-Lambton asks golf tournament participants to keep their 50/50 tickets, the winner will be drawn at the end of August. Hold on to your ticket and watch for the organization to post the official raffle result.
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Train Your Brain fundraising & fall program registration
Literacy Lambton is running the Train Your Brain fundraiser supported by the Kiwanis Club of Sarnia-Lambton Golden K, raising funds through volunteering at Sarnia Jackpot Time bingo to support reading and math programs for Grade 3 and Grade 4 students. Fall program registration opens on 2026-09-01 at 9:00 AM, with details available under the programs tab at literacylambton.org.
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Train Your Brain program announcement
Literacy Lambton opens Fall registration for Train Your Brain on Tuesday, September 1 at 9:00 AM, for children enrolled in Grade 3 or 4. The program uses games like Flip 7 to reinforce math and reading, and relies on volunteers who support the Sarnia Jackpot Time bingo hall to help fund programming.
