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The April edition of This Month in Lambton includes the following news, service updates, programs and events:
- Lambton County Children’s Services Workforce Development career fair
- Accessibility Advisory Committee looking for two new members
- Dig safe!
- Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events
- Stay up to date on construction projects and road closures
- Living snow fence program
- Three new exhibits now open at JNAAG
- Upcoming events at JNAAG
- For Posterity’s Eyes Only: Heritage Hour examining historic letters, diaries, and private correspondence
- Lambton Heritage Museum celebrates Italian heritage in new feature exhibit
- Upcoming Lambton County Library events
Lambton County Children’s Services Workforce Development career fair
Lambton County Children’s Services Workforce Development group is hosting a Career Fair on Tuesday, May 7 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at Sarnia Legion Branch 62 (286 Front Street North, Sarnia).
Child care providers across Lambton County are recruiting for full and part time positions, including Early Childhood Educators, Educator Assistants, and Support Staff, as well as licensed home child care positions.
Bring your resume, apply for positions, discuss opportunities, learn more about careers in the industry, and gather information for friends and family who may be interested. All attendees will be entered to win a prize.
Visit www.LambtonChildCare.ca for more information or follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
Accessibility Advisory Committee looking for two new members
The County’s Accessibility Advisory Committee is looking for two new members! The Committee advises Council on the preparation, implementation, and effectiveness of its Accessibility Plan and provides Council with advice on the accessibility of County facilities.
If you are interested in joining the Accessibility Advisory Committee, visit lambtononline.ca/accessibility to learn more.
Dig safe!
Spring is here and you might be starting to think about outdoor spring projects – many of which could involve some digging.
Knowing what’s underground before you dig – such as gas lines, electricity cables, and communications cables – can help protect you, your family, and others from personal injury, loss of essential services, and expensive restoration costs.
Homeowners and contractors are required, by law, to obtain utility locates before starting construction or excavation projects. Once your property has been inspected and lines have been marked, you will know the approximate location of utilities and can dig safely.
For more information about safe digging practices, visit www.digsafe.ca. If you have construction or landscaping plans, contact Ontario One Call at 1-800-400-2255 or visit OntarioOneCall.ca.
Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events
Do you know how to dispose of items like nail polish, nail polish remover, household cleaners, or batteries? Although these may not be items we usually consider dangerous, they are considered household hazardous waste items.
You can bring your household derived hazardous waste to one of the upcoming Household Hazardous Waste Day events and it will be disposed of by experts, at no cost to you!
Household Hazardous Waste Day events will be held at Clean Harbours Canada, 4090 Telfer Road, St. Clair Township from 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. on the following upcoming dates:
- Saturday, April 27
- Saturday, May 25
- Saturday, June 22
- Saturday, September 21
- Saturday, October 26
Corrosive, toxic, reactive and flammable materials will be collected. These items should never be placed in a regular landfill because they have the potential to injure sanitation workers and damage our environment.
Other accepted items include pharmaceuticals (expired prescription medications), pesticides and herbicides, fertilizers, aerosols, pool chemicals, used oil, oil filters, propane cylinders, fluorescent lights (tubes and compact), fire extinguishers, paint thinner, and oil based and latex paints and stains.
Items not accepted include: PCBs, commercial, industrial, agricultural, or radioactive wastes, electronics, and explosives (flares and ammunition).
The County’s Hazardous Waste Collection Events are for household derived hazardous materials only. Commercially generated hazardous waste, including industrial and agricultural, will not be accepted.
For more information visit lambtononline.ca/hhw or call 519-845-0801.
Stay up to date on construction projects and road closures
Temporary closures and detours on County Roads may take place due to seasonal construction and other events, like severe weather or emergency road work. In some cases, construction projects may also result in partial closures or lane reductions.
Did you know the County posts information on planned and upcoming road closures and construction projects at lambtononline.ca/roadclosures and lambtononline.ca/construction? You can also view a real-time map from Municipal511 on the Road Closures page that includes upcoming and current planned closures, as well as emergency road closures from the County and local municipalities.
Living snow fence program
The time for spring planting is almost here! Landowners and farmers - did you know the County runs a living snow fence program?
Living snow fences use standing rows of corn to help keep wind-blown snow off County roads, reducing the need for plowing and salting.
If you own land along a County Road and are interested in participating in the program, visit lambtononline.ca/snowfence to learn more about program requirements, compensation, and how to participate.
Three new exhibits now open at JNAAG
| Into the Garden of the Exquisite Unknown – Siobhán Humston |
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Step into the enchanting world of "In the Garden of Exquisite Unknown" by the visionary artist Siobhán Humston, where philosophy, spirituality, and the delicate dance of life and death intertwine seamlessly. Siobhán Humston's artistic mastery transcends conventional boundaries, spanning sculptural installation, mixed media drawing, and soft sculpture, among other mediums. Drawing inspiration from her surroundings in Lake Huron, Plympton-Wyoming, and Lambton-County, Humston's work reflects a profound connection to nature and the evolving world around her. |
| Homage – Jon Sasaki |
| In “Homage”, Toronto conceptual artist Jon Sasaki’s reverence for the Group of Seven and their enduring legacy in Canadian art takes center stage in this awe-inspiring project. Witness the transformation of palettes used by the Group members and Tom Thomson into mesmerizing microbial landscapes, capturing the essence of Canadian art history in a truly unique way. |
| Tom Thomson and the Group of Seven |
| In tandem with Sasaki’s captivating exhibition, don't miss the opportunity to immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of Tom Thomson and the Group of Seven's artwork. Displayed alongside their original palettes, paintboxes, and artist tools, this exhibition offers a rare glimpse into the essence of Canadian artistry. |
Upcoming events at JNAAG
| Art & Ideas – In Conversation with Jon Sasaki |
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Saturday, May 4 - 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Artist Jon Sasaki will lead a tour of his exhibition Homage, describing the process of growing microbial colonies from historic objects, examining how the project relates to his longstanding interest in the Canadian Landscape painting tradition, and the way that artistic depictions of nature dovetail with broader questions around Canadian national identity. The informal walkthrough will be conversational, with attendee input welcomed throughout. This program is free, however registration is required. Learn more and register on the Art & Ideas page of the JNAAG website. |
| Art & Ideas – In Conversation with Joanie & Gary McGuffin |
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Thursday, May 16 - 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. For over 30 years the McGuffins have been a voice for the landscapes we know and love, particularly Canada’s North inspiring people to re-connect with the natural world. Joanie and Gary McGuffin join us to speak about their search for iconic locations captured by artists from The Group of Seven and their documentary, Painted Land. This program is free, however registration is required. Learn more and register on the Art & Ideas page of the JNAAG website. |
| Adult workshop – Creative Photography with Sierra Rei Hart |
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Thursday, May 23 - 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. Calling all aspiring photographers! Join us on a photographic journey with award winning photographer, Sierra Rei Hart. Learn how to create masterpieces with your camera and phone. This workshop will focus on composition and lighting to enhance your images. Discussions and group activities will inspire you to see the world through a different lens. This workshop is $45 plus tax, per person. A member discount is available. Learn more and register on the Adult Workshops page of the JNAAG website. |
For Posterity’s Eyes Only: Heritage Hour examining historic letters, diaries, and private correspondence
There are fascinating things you can learn about history by examining records that were not originally created for the public eye. Join the Heritage Sarnia-Lambton network on Thursday, May 9 at 7:30 p.m. for another exciting Heritage Hour titled For Posterity’s Eyes Only: Historic Diaries, Letters, and Correspondence.
Discover the inner thoughts, opinions, and feelings of local residents in Lambton County through documents in our museum collections. These include diaries, journals, and correspondence that have been carefully stored for decades – in some cases, over 150 years!
Register for this virtual talk now at lambtonmuseums.ca.
Lambton Heritage Museum celebrates Italian heritage in new feature exhibit
What does it feel like to take the first step onto a ship that will sail you 7,000 kilometers away from your home? How do you decide what to take with you, and how do you say goodbye to your loved ones? What awaits you on that distant shore? Discover the stories of Italian families that immigrated to Sarnia-Lambton over the last century in Lambton Heritage Museum’s new feature exhibit Il Cammino: From Italy to Sarnia-Lambton.
Available from May 15 to June 29, this exhibit explores topics like Italian traditions brought to Canada, challenges and accomplishments of early immigrants, and the ways Italian heritage is still alive today.
To learn more about this exhibit, including programming and special events accompanying it, visit the exhibit webpage at heritagemuseum.ca.
Upcoming Lambton County Library events
| Free Comic Book Day – Saturday, May 4 |
| Free comic books will be available at Lambton County libraries during regular opening hours on Saturday, May 4. |
| One Seed Lambton – Monday, May 6 |
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2024's One Seed Lambton selection is Dark Green Zucchini! This vegetable is a high-yielding, heirloom variety that is delicious however you prepare it. Seed packs are available for free at all Lambton County libraries, while supplies last. Join a One Seed Lambton Workshop and learn about growing, seed saving, and more from community experts. Visit the One Seed Lambton page on the Lambton County Library website for more information. |
| Author Talk and Book Signing with Renowned Photographer, Larry Towell |
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Friday, May 3 - 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Internationally renowned photographer, Larry Towell, will be presenting his past and present works, followed by a book signing at the Sarnia Library Theatre. Register online and you could win a signed copy of "The Mennonites"! |
| Emergency Preparedness Workshop |
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Friday, May 10 - 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. In this free workshop, Lambton County Archives will discuss the history of emergencies in Lambton County and the surrounding area and Emergency Planners from your community will discuss emergency planning and household preparedness. Participants will learn how to create their own personal emergency plan, review shelter-in-place and evacuations, and use Sarnia-Lambton Alerts and Environment Canada's emergency tools. This workshop will close with a Q&A and a draw for a starter Emergency Response Kit. Space is limited, registration is required. Register online through the Emergency Preparedness Workshop event on the Library event calendar. |
Looking Ahead
9 a.m., May 1, 2024 - Lambton County Council Meeting
9 a.m., May 15, 2024 - Committee of the Whole
Agendas and minutes for Committee and Council meetings are available on the online Meeting Calendar.
Open Sessions of Lambton County Council and Committee meetings are streamed live and are available for archival viewing by clicking on the links below.
Council & Committee Agendas, Minutes & Livestreams Upcoming Meeting Livestreams
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