Events

Tickets are still available for the Kitchen Creek ladies’ opening banquet on Tuesday, May 8. Cocktails are at 5:30 p.m., with dinner at 6. Call Kitchen Creek (274-4653) to reserve your seat.

Mental Health Week:  May 07 - 13, 2012
 
May 08, 2012

Dr. Michael Evans "23 and 1/2 Hours:  What is the Single Best Thing we can do for our Health", a concise, eye-opening visual lecture that has had over 1.5 million views on YouTube.

7:00 p.m. at the Townshend Theatre
6:00 p.m. Health & Wellness Fair

Tickets are $5.00 and available at CMHA Fort Frances, 414 Scott Street, 274-9400

Health care futurist Dr. Michael Evans will speak Tuesday, May 8 at 7 p.m. at the Townshend Theatre (a health and wellness fair starts at 6 p.m.) Tickets cost $5 each, which are available at the local Canadian Mental Health Association office (414 Scott St.) or by calling 274-9400.

The Muskie boys’ and girls’ soccer teams will open NorWOSSA action Wednesday, May 9 against Dryden and Kenora starting at 10 a.m. Spectators welcome.

Robert Moore will hold its Festival Highlights Tea on Wednesday, May 9 at 1 p.m. in the school gym. Any retired Robert Moore staff member, residents of Rainycrest and senior manors, and parents/families of students are invited to attend.

St. John’s Anglican Church will hold a roast beef supper Wednesday, May 9 from 5-7 p.m. Admission is $13 for adults and $6 for kids aged six-eight (those five and under are free). Everyone welcome!

The Valley Adult Learning Association will begin an eight-week PowerPoint class on Thursday, May 10 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. The cost is $60. Call 274-3553 to register.

In celebration of Nurses Week 2012, the local Ontario Nurses’ Association is sponsoring a get-together on Thursday, May 10 at 7 p.m. at the local Legion. ONA’s theme this year is “Value the Invaluable.” This event is open to all nurses (past and present).

A Mother’s Day plant sale, hosted by Community Living Fort Frances & District, will be held Friday, May 11 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and again Saturday, May 12 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at 340 Scott St.

The 24th-annual Fort Frances Home and Leisure Show runs today (May 11) from 4-9 p.m. and again Saturday, May 12 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Memorial Sports Centre. Admission is $5/person or $20/family, which also includes admission to the “Strongman” competition being held tomorrow from 3-7 p.m. Sunset Country Ford also will be holding an auto show in the ’52 Canadians Arena.

The 24th-annual Fort Frances Home and Leisure Show will be held Friday, May 11 from 4-9 p.m. and Saturday, May 12 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Memorial Sports Centre. The “Strongman” competition will be a returning attraction on the Saturday from 3-7 p.m. The deadline to book a booth is Wednesday, May 2. Call Anthony Mason at 274-5773 or visit www.fortfranceschamber.com for more info.

Canadian fiddle champ Scott Woods presents “Fiddle Legends” today (May 11) at 7 p.m. at the Royal Canadian Legion in Emo. Tickets cost $20 for adults and $10 for children, with a limited number being available at the door.

The annual “Hooked on Talent” show will be held today (May 11) at 7 p.m. at Backus Auditorium in International Falls. Advance tickets, available at Betty’s, City Drug, and the Backus Community Center, cost $12 for adults and $7 for children. Tickets at the door cost $15 for adults and $9 for children.

The 24th-annual Fort Frances Home and Leisure Show runs today (May 11) from 4-9 p.m. and again Saturday, May 12 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Memorial Sports Centre. Admission is $5/person or $20/family, which also includes admission to the “Strongman” competition being held tomorrow from 3-7 p.m. Sunset Country Ford also will be holding an auto show in the ’52 Canadians Arena.

The Fort Frances Curling Club will hold its fifth-annual “Gigantic Garage Sale” on Saturday, May 12 from 8 a.m.-noon on the ice surface. Set-up today (May 11) from 6-8 p.m. Tables cost $25 to rent, which are available by contacting Rick (274-6667) or Patti (274-9337).

A Mother’s Day plant sale, hosted by Community Living Fort Frances & District, goes today (May 11) until 6 p.m. and again Saturday, May 12 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at 340 Scott St.

The Clover Valley Farmers’ Market will be open Saturday, May 12 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at its McIrvine Road location. This week’s theme is Mother’s Day.

An Emergency Services Day will be held Saturday, May 12 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at Canadian Tire. Various agencies will be on hand with displays and giveaways.

Kitchen Creek will host a fundraiser golf tournament Saturday, May 12, with a 10 a.m. shotgun start. Call the pro shop (274-4653) to register your team.

Heron Landing will hold a “Demo Day” on Saturday, May 12 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Call club pro Brian Johnstone at 274-5678 for more details.

Tipping fees at the Fort Frances landfill will be waived—for yard and garden waste only—on Saturday, May 12 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Knox United Church will hold a spring tea and bake sale on Saturday, May 12 from 2-4 p.m. Admission is $3 (donations to the bake sale also appreciated).

A Mother’s Day tea is planned for Saturday, May 12 from 2-4 p.m. at the Church of the Holy Spirit (824 Victoria Ave.) Admission is a donation to the church’s community projects. Everyone welcome—and bring a friend.

“Say it with music” this Mother’s Day at the Borderland Community Orchestra’s spring concert, featuring special guest violinist Shannon Darby, on Sunday, May 13 at 2 p.m. at the Townshend Theatre.

The Borderland Soccer League will hold exhibition games May 14-17 at 7 p.m. at the St. Francis Sportsfields. Registration is still open, with no late fee applied until May 18. Contact Amy Wilson-Hands at 274-9045. Refs and linesmen also are needed (contact Trevor Hands at 274-0955).

A “Quality Time” golf scramble—for kids and adults—will be held Monday, May 14 starting at 5:30 p.m. on the front nine at Kitchen Creek. Cost is $5 per person. Call the pro shop (274-4653) to register.

Town council will hold its next regular meeting Monday, May 14 at 6:45 p.m. at the Civic Centre. The committee of the whole will meet first at 6:20 p.m.

The Borderland Soccer League will hold exhibition games May 14-17 at 7 p.m. at the St. Francis Sportsfields. Registration is still open, with no late fee applied until May 18. Contact Amy Wilson-Hands at 274-9045. Refs and linesmen also are needed (contact Trevor Hands at 274-0955).

The local Celiac and gluten intolerant group will hold its next meeting Tuesday, May 15 at 7 p.m. in Room 160 at Fort Frances High School. For more info, call Dolores (274-0797) or Gemma (274-9592).

A jigging and square dancing workshop is slated for Tuesday, May 15 from 7-9 p.m. at the Sunset Country Métis Hall. For more info, call Anne-Marie Armstrong at the Sunset Country Métis office (274-1386).

The Salvation Army thrift store will hold a spring sale Tuesday, May 15 from 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

The Borderland Soccer League will hold exhibition games May 14-17 at 7 p.m. at the St. Francis Sportsfields. Registration is still open, with no late fee applied until May 18. Contact Amy Wilson-Hands at 274-9045. Refs and linesmen also are needed (contact Trevor Hands at 274-0955).

The Borderland Soccer League will hold exhibition games May 14-17 at 7 p.m. at the St. Francis Sportsfields. Registration is still open, with no late fee applied until May 18. Contact Amy Wilson-Hands at 274-9045. Refs and linesmen also are needed (contact Trevor Hands at 274-0955).

The local MS support group will hold its next meeting Thursday, May 17 at 10 a.m. in the day hospital room.

“Market Thursdays Downtown” will start for the summer season on Thursday, May 17. Book your table now by calling Richard at McTaggarts (274-5371) or Doug at Betty’s (274-9565).

The Borderland Roller Derby League will hold a fundraising barbecue Friday, May 18 from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. in the Safeway parking lot.

The Pictograph Gallery in Atikokan presents “Watercolours of the Northwest,” featuring paintings by Stephen Emms, from May 19-June 23. The gallery, located on the lower level of the Voyageur Mall, is open Tuesday-Saturday from noon-3 p.m.

The final Seniors’ Movie Day of the season will be held Sunday, May 20 at 1:30 p.m. at the Fort Frances Public Library. Admission is free. Call 274-9879 or visit the library’s website for movie details.

Join us for a 6 week Walk Fit Program, sponsored by NWHU, Zumba Fitness with arleneg and Pharmasave. This pedometer challenge runs from Monday, May 21st to Friday, June 29th. Challenge yourself, or join us for scheduled Group Walks, Fitness classes or Seminars for added motivation. Sign up until Friday, May 18th at the Health Unit or call 274-9827.

New Beginnings Fellowship at 1301 Mill Road, Fort Frances, is hosting Reverend Chuck Price, international speaker, for meetings Friday and Saturday, May 25 and 26 at 7pm, and Sunday May 27 10:3 am and 7pm. Chuck has a great sense of humor and the unique ability to communicate with all age groups. He preaches in the power of the Holy Spirit and is passionate to see people's lives changed.

The 11th-annual Emo Walleye Classic runs today and tomorrow (May 25-26). Magician James Grant will perform tonight at 7 p.m. at the Emo Arena, with advance tickets costing $5 or $15 for a family pack of four, followed by a free casino night at 9 p.m. (age of majority). Saturday’s events will include live music by The Nite Hawks from 9 p.m.-1 a.m.

Team “Cancer Busters” will hold a bottle drive as a “Relay for Life” fundraiser today (May 25) starting at 4 p.m. Call 275-5801 and leave a message for pick-up.

Team “Gambler” is holding a spaghetti dinner fundraiser for the “Relay for Life” on Wednesday, May 30 at the Church of the Holy Spirit, with seatings at 5 p.m., 6 p.m., and 7 p.m. Tickets, which cost $12 for adults and $7 for children, can be purchased in advance by calling Sandra McNay (274-9673 or 276-1293), Stacy Chapman Wilde (275-7843), or Anna McNay (274-9268 or 276-1614).

The Legion Ladies’ Auxiliary will hold a pork cutlet dinner today (May 25) at 5:30 p.m. upstairs at the Legion. Admission is $13/person and everyone is welcome.

The 11th-annual Emo Walleye Classic runs today and tomorrow (May 25-26). Magician James Grant will perform tonight at 7 p.m. at the Emo Arena, with advance tickets costing $5 or $15 for a family pack of four, followed by a free casino night at 9 p.m. (age of majority). Saturday’s events will include live music by The Nite Hawks from 9 p.m.-1 a.m.

Energy Fitness will hold its annual “5K in May” on Saturday, May 26 at the Sorting Gap Marina. The 1K kids’ run starts at 8:30 a.m., followed by the 5K run at 9 a.m. The cost is $5 for the 1K event and $20 for the 5K, with proceeds going towards the local “KidSport” program. Celebrity fitness guru Tosca Reno also will be on hand, with an after-party planned from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

The Clover Valley Farmers’ Market will be open Saturday, May 26 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at its McIrvine Road location. This week’s theme is “Bedding Plants.”

There will be a Relay For Life Charity Barbeque/Bake Sale being done on the 26th of May. Team Snow White and the Survivors will be Grilling Hot Dogs and Baking up lots of goodies for this event. The barbeque is being held at Safeway on Scott Street by the South Side doors. Come out and support our Relay For Life and help cure Cancer!!!

The “Friends of the Library” will hold its annual book sale Saturday, May 26 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Fort Frances Public Library.

Superior Dirt Riders will be having its very first race of the season in Emo at the motocross track. Come on out during the Walleye tournament for some high flying action and intense racing. Riders from all across NWO and Minnesota will be there!

“Jumpstart Day” is Saturday, May 26 at Canadian Tire. Make a donation and help get kids off the sidelines (100 percent of your donation stays in the local community).

Fort Dance Studio presents its 13th-annual recital, entitled “Out of the Box,” on Saturday, May 26 and Sunday, May 27 at 7 p.m. at the Townshend Theatre. Tickets available at Betty’s and the door.

Stock car racing goes Saturday, May 26 at the Emo Speedway (weather permitting). Hot laps are at 7 p.m., with the first race at 7:30.

Participate in the Fort Frances Purina Walk for Dog Guides on May 27, 2012 and help provide Dog Guides to people with disabilities in your community.

Fort Dance Studio presents its 13th-annual recital, entitled “Out of the Box,” on Saturday, May 26 and Sunday, May 27 at 7 p.m. at the Townshend Theatre. Tickets available at Betty’s and the door.

The Fort Frances Horticultural Society will hold its next regular meeting Monday, May 28 at the old CN station. The program will begin at 7 p.m. with a presentation by guest speaker Cam Trembath from Voyageurs National Park. The meeting and a lunch will follow.

Town council will hold its next regular meeting Monday, May 28 at 6:20 p.m. at the Civic Centre. The public portion of the committee of the whole will meet first at 5:55 p.m.

An information session on “Driving and Diabetes” is planned for Tuesday, May 29 at 7 p.m. in the ground floor meeting room at La Verendrye Hospital. Admission is free and refreshments will be served. For more info, call 1-807-577-4232 ext. 233.

The Muskie soccer teams are hosting the NorWOSSA playoffs on Wednesday, May 30 at the St. Francis Sportsfield. The boys’ squad is in the final starting at 1:30 p.m. while the girls’ team faces Dryden in the semi-final starting at 11:30 a.m. The girls’ final then is slated for 3:30 p.m. Spectators welcome.

Rainy River Resources will hold open houses on its proposed Rainy River Gold Project on Wednesday, May 30 from 3-8 p.m. at the Rainy River Legion and again Saturday, May 31 from 3-8 p.m. at the Barwick Recreation Centre.

Well-known author and historian Neil McQuarrie will speak about his upcoming book on the Dawson Road, entitled “The Forgotten Trail, From Thunder Bay to Red River,” on Wednesday, May 30 from 7-9 p.m. at the Fort Frances Museum and on Thursday, May 31 at 7 p.m. at the Koochiching Museum in International Falls. Everyone welcome.

The Rainy River Valley Agricultural Society will host a “Tail Gate” flea market (rain or shine) on Saturday, June 2 from 9 a.m.-noon under the grandstand at the Emo Fairgrounds. Coffee, water, and popcorn also will be available.

The Clover Valley Farmers’ Market will be open at its McIrvine Road location.

Stock car racing goes at the Emo Speedway (weather permitting). Hot laps are at 7 p.m., with the first race at 7:30.

The 13th-annual “Fly-in, Drive-In BBQ” is planned for Sunday, June 3 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Fort Frances Airport, with a radio-controlled airplane demonstration slated for 11:30 p.m. There also will be an antique car show and motorcycle display, along with the #908 Rainy Lake Air Cadets’ food booth. Admission is free.

Kitchen Creek is hosting its annual “Memorial Tournament” on Sunday, June 3. Entry fee is $60 (includes skins). Call the pro shop (274-4653) to register.

The Rainy River Valley Agricultural Society presents a tribute to the legends of country music, performed by “Country Blend,” on Sunday, June 3 at 7 p.m. at the Emo Legion. Tickets cost $20 each, which are available at Causeway General Insurance, the Fort Frances Times, Tompkins Hardware, and Jan Judson (482-2428) as well as at the door. Proceeds to improvements at the Emo Fairgrounds.

The Muskie football team will hold its annual spring camp June 4-8 from 6-8 p.m. at Fort High. It will culminate with a barbecue and friendly game of flag football on the Friday. For more info, contact head coach Chad Canfield at 276-2755.

The Muskie football team will hold its annual spring camp June 4-8 from 6-8 p.m. at Fort High. It will culminate with a barbecue and friendly game of flag football on the Friday. For more info, contact head coach Chad Canfield at 276-2755.

The Seniors and Law Enforcement Together (S.A.L.T.) and the Assisted Living Action Group (A.L.A.G.) will meet Tuesday, June 5 at 11 a.m. at the Super 8 Motel. All interested parties are welcome to attend.

The Kitchen Creek Ladies’ Night scramble has been rescheduled for Tuesday, June 5. Call the pro shop (274-4653) to enter.

The Muskie football team will hold its annual spring camp June 4-8 from 6-8 p.m. at Fort High. It will culminate with a barbecue and friendly game of flag football on the Friday. For more info, contact head coach Chad Canfield at 276-2755.

A potluck supper—for seniors only—is planned for Wednesday, June 6 at 5 p.m. at the Sister Kennedy Centre. The local Older Adults program will make a presentation at 5:30 p.m., with cards to follow.

The Muskie football team will hold its annual spring camp June 4-8 from 6-8 p.m. at Fort High. It will culminate with a barbecue and friendly game of flag football on the Friday. For more info, contact head coach Chad Canfield at 276-2755.

A “Block Party” play date, featuring 22 interactive play centres aimed at infants up to Grade 3, is slated for Thursday, June 7 from 4:30-7:30 p.m. outside Fort Frances High School (or in the gym if it rains). Admission is free, with a barbecue dinner included. Transportation to and from the event is available by calling Angela at 274-7244 by June 4.

The Muskie football team will hold its annual spring camp June 4-8 from 6-8 p.m. at Fort High. It will culminate with a barbecue and friendly game of flag football on the Friday. For more info, contact head coach Chad Canfield at 276-2755.