Events

Ontario P.C. leader Tim Hudak will be at La Place Rendez-Vous on Thursday, Jan. 7 at noon to discuss his party’s northern jobs plan. Fort Frances Chamber of Commerce members who would like to attend are asked to RSVP by phone or e-mail by Tuesday, Jan. 5.

The Zone 1&2 men’s and women’s senior playdowns continue at the Fort Frances Curling Club today through Sunday (draw times are posted at www.fortfrancescurlingclub.ca) Admission is free and spectators are welcome.

The Muskie girls’ hockey team will host the Kenora Broncos in NorWOSSA action today (Jan. 8) at 7:30 p.m. at the Ice For Kids Arena. Admission is $5 for adults and $3 for students.

The Zone 1&2 men’s and women’s senior playdowns continue at the Fort Frances Curling Club today through Sunday (draw times are posted at www.fortfrancescurlingclub.ca) Admission is free and spectators are welcome.

The annual Christmas tree pick-up, organized by the Fort Frances Fire Brigade, is set for Saturday, Jan. 9 starting around 2 p.m. Donations accepted. Call 274-9841 if you have any questions.

The Rainy Lake Nordic Ski Club is holding a fundraiser dinner/dance, featuring music by the Mud Lake City Boys, on Saturday, Jan. 9 at the Little Beaver Snow Park. Cocktails are at 6 p.m., with dinner (chicken and ribs) at 7. Tickets cost $25 each, which are available at the 364 Food Store or by calling Maria at 274-5642.

The Fort Frances Thunderhawks will host the Kenora Thistles in men’s senior ‘AAA’ action on Saturday, Jan. 9 at 7 p.m. at the Ice For Kids Arena and again on Sunday, Jan. 10 at 2 p.m. at the Emo Arena. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for students (kids under six are free).

The Zone 1&2 men’s and women’s senior playdowns continue at the Fort Frances Curling Club today through Sunday (draw times are posted at www.fortfrancescurlingclub.ca) Admission is free and spectators are welcome.

The Boston Pizza Royals are hosting an eight-team PeeWee ‘AA’ tourney this weekend at the Memorial Sports Centre, with the finals slated for Sunday. Admission is free and spectators are welcome.

The Fort Frances Thunderhawks will host the Kenora Thistles in men’s senior ‘AAA’ action on Saturday, Jan. 9 at 7 p.m. at the Ice For Kids Arena and again on Sunday, Jan. 10 at 2 p.m. at the Emo Arena. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for students (kids under six are free).

Town council will hold its next regular meeting Monday, Jan. 11 at 6:15 p.m. at the Civic Centre. The committee of the whole will meet in-camera first at 5:30 p.m.

The Muskie boys’ hockey team will host Baudette in exhibition action on Tuesday, Jan. 12 at 7:15 p.m. at the Ice For Kids Arena. It’s also Parents’ Night.

The Rainy River Valley Agricultural Society will hold its annual meeting Tuesday, Jan. 12 at 7:30 p.m. at the Emo-La Vallee Community Centre (arena). Memberships for the upcoming year may be purchased for $10 each. Everyone welcome!

“Paramedic” will perform Tuesday, Jan. 12 at 7:30 p.m. at the Townshend Theatre as part of the “tour de Fort” concert series. A limited number of single tickets available for $25 for adults and $10 for students (ID required).

You are invited to attend the Rainycrest Family Council Meeting on Tuesday January 19th at 1:30 p.m. Please note the meeting will be held at the Super 8 Motel, because of the closure of Rainycrest due to the flu. Anyone who is interested in working to make our seniors home the best place it can be for the current residents and the residents of the future is cordially invited to join us.

The Fort Frances Writers’ Group will hold its monthly meeting Wednesday, Jan. 13 at 6:30 p.m. at the Fort Frances Public Library (note: all meetings from January to June will be held on the second Wednesday of the month).

The Rainy River Cattlemen’s Association will hold its annual meeting Wednesday, Jan. 20 at 7 p.m. (location to be announced). The meeting will include an election of officers and two guest speakers, with all district producers encouraged to attend.

The annual “Penny for Your Thoughts” weigh-in for the Alzheimer Society of Kenora-Rainy River District will be held at Canadian Tire on Friday, Jan. 22 from 4-7 p.m. and again Saturday, Jan. 23 from 8:30 a.m.-noon.

The annual “Penny for Your Thoughts” weigh-in for the Alzheimer Society of Kenora-Rainy River District will be held at Canadian Tire on Friday, Jan. 22 from 4-7 p.m. and again Saturday, Jan. 23 from 8:30 a.m.-noon.

The fifth-annual “Chefs’ Charitable Dinner and Auction,” a fundraiser for the Alzheimer Society of Kenora-Rainy River District, will be held Sunday, Jan. 24 at the Adventure Inn. The evening also will feature a penny table, silent auction, entertainment, and perhaps a live auction.

Enjoy a free teen movie at the library. "WHIP IT" will play Friday Jan. 29th @ 6:30 p.m. Free fun & snacks. Call the library @ 274-9870 for more information

Atikokan Snowarama 2010, the 32nd-annual snowmachine ride to White Otter Castle, will be held Saturday, Jan. 30. Registration will be held at the Sno-Ho Club chalet (Airport Road) on Friday, Jan. 29 from 7-9 p.m. and again Saturday, Jan. 30 from 8-10 a.m.

A girls’ Bantam and Midget hockey tournament runs today through Sunday (Feb. 5-7) at the Memorial Sports Centre.

The Fort Frances Aquanauts are hosting a regional swim meet this weekend at the Memorial Sports Centre pool. Action gets underway today at 6 p.m., and again Saturday and Sunday at 9 a.m.

Family Movie Night "WHERE THE WILD THINGS ARE" will be played Friday Feb. 5th @ 6:30 p.m. Bring the family and enjoy a free movie at the library

The Fort Frances Lakers will host the Fort William North Stars in SIJHL action tonight (Feb. 5) at 7:30 p.m. at the Ice For Kids Arena.

A girls’ Bantam and Midget hockey tournament runs today through Sunday (Feb. 5-7) at the Memorial Sports Centre.

The Rainy Lake Nordic Ski Club will be hosting a family ski day on Saturday, Feb. 6 from noon-3 p.m. at the Rocky Inlet trails. All are invited who wish to ski or snowshoe. Some equipment is available, and qualified instructors will be on site.

“An Evening of Laughs Fundraiser,” featuring former resident Ryan McMahon and guests, will be held Saturday, Feb. 6 at the arena auditorium (age of majority only). There also will be bar services, snacks, and prizes. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. (rush seating), with the show starting at 8:30.