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Sunday brisket hash brunch feature
Alternate Grounds Café & Dockside is serving a limited time 19 hour smoked brisket hash for Sunday brunch on August 23, featuring shredded potatoes, sautéed vegetables, cheese, two over easy eggs, and toast, plus mimosas with many juice options. The cafe notes only three Sunday brunches remain in the season, so come early to enjoy the water top patio in Sarnia and secure a plate.
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Late-night limited-time appetizer
BrownStones offers all 14 appetizers for $12 each every night after 8 PM, making it a great late night spot for groups or solo bites. For a limited time Mozzarella Bombs remain on the menu through the end of August, spotlighting a crowd favorite alongside the full late night lineup.
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Kid Food Nation
Kid Food Nation runs an eight week kids cooking program in Grand Bend starting September 9, 2026, meeting 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM at 69 Main Street East for children ages 7 to 12. The program costs $75 with all supplies included, and registration inquiries can be directed to Sarah at skiernan@bgcsarnia.com or 519-337-3651.
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Vietnamese Beef Noodle Bowl - Seasonal Menu Item
Alternate Grounds Café & Dockside is serving a seasonal Vietnamese Beef Noodle Bowl with rice noodles, shaved beef, ginger spinach, bean sprouts, fresh herbs, crunchy peanuts, and lime. The cafe says there are five weeks left in the season from the August 14 post, making this a perfect patio lunch while it lasts. Head to Dockside for a bright, savory bowl built for sunny afternoons.
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Dockside season closing notice
Alternate Grounds Café & Dockside announced on August 18, 2026 that the Dockside season has one month left, inviting guests to enjoy tacos, cocktails, and the waterfront atmosphere before service ends around September 18. Stop by during the final month to catch the seasonal menu and dockside seating while it is still available.
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Homemade Chicken Balls & THE MORNING GLORY
Boulevard Grill has brought back two crowd favorites: light, crispy Homemade Chicken Balls with sweet and sour sauce, and THE MORNING GLORY burger with two house smashed patties, bacon, cheese, crispy onions, and a sunny side up egg. Both menu items are available through Sunday, August 23, 2026, so stop by this week to try them.
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C.A.C.H.É. Child Care — program details
C.A.C.H.É. Child Care at Pathways Health Centre For Children offers licensed inclusive care for children ages 18 months to 6 years, Monday to Friday from 7:30 A.M. to 5:30 P.M. The program includes morning and afternoon snacks and a catered lunch, follows Ontario early years pedagogy, and carries a daily fee of $22. Parents can register through the Lambton OneList website.
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The Backyard Farmer SOFRA Cooking Class
Math Plus Tutors shared The Backyard Farmer SOFRA Cooking Class on 2026-08-23, featuring Egyptian Village style cooking with a strong multicultural, holiday spirit. The session combined hands on cooking with cultural conversation and a personal tribute to the instructor's grandmother.
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Dolly's Jerk Joint BBQ Announcement
Dolly's Jerk Joint sold out by 2:30 PM at their recent Sarnia BBQ pop up and announced the next event for Saturday, August 29, 2026. Expect authentic jerk barbecue and a community crowd, so plan to arrive early to avoid missing out.
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Rainy day baked goods — Apple New York Cheesecake, Cherry Pie Bars, Cinnamon Buns
Petrolia Street Bakery is stocked with Apple New York Cheesecake, Cherry Pie Bars, and Cinnamon Buns, and today is the last day for seasonal Cornbread. The shop is open 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, and note they will be closed on Saturday, 2026-08-29 for a private event, so stop by today to stock up.
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BBQ smoked Pork Chop meal preorder
Forest Curling & Social Club is taking preorders for a BBQ smoked Pork Chop meal for drive thru pickup on September 18, 2026, with the Lounge open for guests to eat and socialize and a Cash Bar available. Preordering helps ensure you get a meal and makes pickup faster on the day.
