Events

Participants and spectators are wanted for the “Scott Street Show ’n Shine,” presented by the International Early Iron Car Club, on Saturday, June 9 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. The registration fee is $15 and barbecued food will be available, with proceeds going to the annual Fort High bursary fund.

The Clover Valley Farmers’ Market will be open Saturday, June 9 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at its McIrvine Road location. This week will feature a yard sale.

The Muskie Sports Association will host a fundraising golf scramble Saturday, June 9 at Kitchen Creek. Entry fee is $400 for a team of four, with plenty of cash prizes up for grabs. To enter as a team or an individual, call the course at 274-GOLF (4653).

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

Free computer classes at the Fort Frances Public Library Technology Centre will be held on Monday, June 11 from 6-8 p.m. (on Paypal) and Monday, June 18 from 2-4 p.m. (on iTunes). For more info or for individualized training, contact Charlotte at 274-9879 or via e-mail at ffpltc@gmail.com

A “quality time” family scramble for kids and adults is set for Monday, June 11 at 5:30 p.m. at Kitchen Creek (front nine). The fee is $5, which includes a hotdog, chips, and a juice box).

Town council will hold its next regular meeting Monday, June 11 at 6:40 p.m. at the Civic Centre. The committee of the whole will meet first at 6:05 p.m.

Rainycrest Family Council will be holding a Pot Luck supper at the Super 8 Motel on Tuesday June 12th at 5 pm. Anyone with a loved one or friend, or anyone with an interest in Rainycrest is welcome to attend. We encourage you to come and find out how we can work to make the lives of Rainycrest Residents the best they can be.

Everyone is encouraged to drop by the ‘Open House’ in the Kenora- Rainy River Child and Family Services Multi-purpose Room at 240 First Street East, on June 12 between the hours of 1 – 3 p.m. for some refreshments, to meet the staff and to learn more about the ‘Supervised Access Program.

The Northwest Catholic District School Board will hold its next regular meeting (via videoconference) on Tuesday, June 12 at 6:30 p.m. at St. Francis School.

The Rainy River Future Development Corp. will hold its annual general meeting Tuesday, June 12 at 7 p.m. at the Emo Legion. Annual memberships can be purchased for $5 at the RRFDC office (608 Scott St.) or by calling 274-3276 (you must be a paid member a minimum of 10 days prior to the meeting in order to vote).

Kim Churchill will be playing at Cornell Farms on June 12, 2012 beginning at 7:30 p.m. Kim is one of Australia's best kept secrets. His unique style involves intricate finger picking, percussive beats on his guitar and powerful melodies. Kim has played at the Live from the Rock Folk Festival in Red Rock and torued with Harry Manx. The opener will be fellow Australian Benjalu.

The annual “Strawberry Social,” hosted by the La Verendrye Hospital Auxiliary, will be held Thursday, June 14 from 1-4 p.m. on the hospital grounds. Enjoy strawberry shortcake, ice cream, and a drink for $4. There also will be tables featuring plants, baking, and used books, along with a “Lucky Dozen” raffle and the “Pick-a-Strawberry” game.

The annual “Relay for Life” Survivor Dinner is set for Friday, June 15 at 4 p.m. at Boston Pizza. All cancer survivors are invited, along with a caregiver. Call Nicole at 274-3369 to register.

The annual “Relay for Life” gets underway today (June 15) at Fort Frances High School, with opening ceremonies at 6:30 p.m. and the “Survivors’ Lap” to follow. The luminary ceremony—“A Walk to Remember”—then will be held at 10 p.m. The public is welcome to attend.

Flea Market at the Watten Fire Hall - Reef Point Road
Saturday, June 16 - 8am to 1pm

• Household and Kitchen Items
• Clothing
• Furniture
• Sporting Goods
• Baby & Children’s Items
• Books
• Something for Everyone!

Freshly baked good and BBQ (hamburgers, hotdogs, fries)

The Clover Valley Farmers’ Market will be open Saturday, June 16 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at its McIrvine Road location. This week’s theme is “Father’s Day.”

Retired teacher Jack Hedman will hold a book-signing for “The Gift of Gab: A Collection of Recollections” on Saturday, June 16 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at Northwoods Gallery & Gifts. Copies also will be available for $16 each.

The Watten fire department will hold its annual fundraising BBQ, bake sale, and flea market on Saturday, June 16 at the Watten fire hall (Reef Point Road). If anyone has items to donate, contact Rob (274-1813) or Brian (274-6057) for more info.

The movie "Courageous" will be shown at New Beginnings Fellowship, 1301 Mill Road in Fort Frances, on Saturday, June 16 at 6 pm. This action packed police drama is sure to leave you challenged and inspired. There is no cost to attend and all are welcome.

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

Free computer classes at the Fort Frances Public Library Technology Centre will be held on Monday, June 11 from 6-8 p.m. (on Paypal) and Monday, June 18 from 2-4 p.m. (on iTunes). For more info or for individualized training, contact Charlotte at 274-9879 or via e-mail at ffpltc@gmail.com

The Northwest Training and Adjustment Board will hold a come-and-go community meet-and-greet on Monday, June 18 from 10 a.m.-noon at the Emo Inn. Meet the board of directors and staff, and find out how we can assist you with labour market issues.

Free computer classes at the Fort Frances Public Library Technology Centre will be held Monday, June 18 from 2-4 p.m. (on iTunes). For more info or for individualized training, contact Charlotte at 274-9879 or via e-mail at ffpltc@gmail.com

A “quality time” family scramble for kids and adults is set for Monday, June 18 at 5:30 p.m. at Kitchen Creek (front nine). The fee is $5, which includes a hotdog, chips, and a juice box). Call the pro shop (274-4653) to sign up.

The local MS self-help group will hold its next meeting Thursday, June 21 at 10 a.m. in the hospital day room.

The grand opening of the Northern Ontario Sportfishing Centre in Sioux Narrows will be held Thursday, June 21. Events, including a boat show, will get underway at 10 a.m., with the official ceremonies slated for 2 p.m.

Riverside Health Care Facilities, Inc. will hold it next open board meeting Thursday, June 21 at 6:30 p.m. in the boardroom at La Verendrye Hospital.

A “Family Fun Day” will be held Friday, June 22 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church There will be carnival-like games and activities, making for an evening of fellowship and fun for the whole family. Following 5 p.m. mass on Saturday, a jubilee celebration banquet will be held at La Place Rendez-Vous. It will start with a symposium at 6 p.m., followed by dinner at 7.

The Clover Valley Farmers’ Market will be open Saturday, June 23 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at its McIrvine Road location.

RBC Financial Group will hold its sixth-annual Charity Golf Classic on Saturday, June 23 at Kitchen Creek. It features a best ball format (four-person teams), with a shotgun start at 10 a.m. Entry fee is $100/person or $400/team, which includes dinner and the chance to win lots of prizes.

A “Learn to Sail” program, offered by the Rendezvous Yacht Club, is planned for Saturday, June 23 leaving from a private residence near Rainy Lake Marine east of Ranier. The fee is $20/person, which includes lunch. To register or for more info, call Eric Johnson at 1-218-244-6506.

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

Community Living Fort Frances and District will hold its annual general business meeting Monday, June 25 at 5:30 p.m. in the boardroom (340 Scott St.) For more info, call Wendy at 274-5556 ext. 210.

The Fort Frances Horticultural Society will hold its June “Picnic in the Park” on Monday, June 25 at 6 p.m. at the Legion Park. Members and friends should bring a dish to share, eating utensils and a chair. If raining, the potluck will be held at the old CN station.

Fort Frances town council will hold its next regular meeting Monday, June 25. The public portion of the committee of the whole is scheduled to meet at 6:50, with the regular meeting of council to follow at 7:30.

A joint meeting of the Seniors and Law Enforcement Together team (S.A.L.T.) and Assisted Living Action Group (A.L.A.G.) will be held Tuesday, June 26 at 11 a.m. in the boardroom at the Northwestern Health Unit office. All interested parties are welcome to attend.

The Canadian Red Cross standard first aid CPR/AED Level C training will be held June 26-27. Call 276-4522 to register.

The United Native Friendship Centre will holds its annual general meeting on Tuesday, June 26 at the Circle of Life Centre (616 Mowat Ave.). Dinner at 5:30 p.m., meeting at 6.

The Canadian Red Cross standard first aid CPR/AED Level C training will be held June 26-27. Call 276-4522 to register.

A community event to celebrate the retirement of chief librarian Margaret Sedgwick will be held Wednesday, June 27 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Fort Frances Public Library Technology Centre. Refreshments provided by the “Friends of the Library.”

CUPE Local 65 will hold its general membership meeting on Wednesday, June 27 at 7:30 p.m. at the Fort Frances Volunteer Bureau.

Riverside Health Care Facilities, Inc. will hold its annual meeting Thursday, June 28 at 7 p.m. in the cafeteria at the Emo Health Centre.

The Teddy Bears’ Picnic will be held Friday, June 29 at 11 a.m. at the Fort Frances Public Library. Tickets are $3 each and are available at the library. Bring your teddy bear, blanket and picnic lunch, and be prepared to have a fun time.

English-style fish and chips will be served up Friday, June 29 at St. John’s Anglican Church from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Adults $8, children $4. Eat in or take- out. To pre-order, call 274-5193 from 11-11:30 a.m. and 1-4 p.m. only.

A pie sale will be held on Friday, June 29 at Knox United Church (340 Church Street) from noon-3 p.m. Buy whole pies or get it by the piece with coffee or tea.

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 12th-annual “Castin’ for Cash” bass tournament goes today and tomorrow (July 6-7) at Lake Despair Lodge. Weigh-ins start at 3:30 p.m. each day, with a fish fry set for tonight and music by Warren Anderson on Saturday. Food booths and refreshments also will be available both days.

Honouring our 7th Generation by Strengthening our Culture and Traditions
Location: Onigaming Pow-Wow Grounds
Onigaming First Nation, near Nestor Falls ON

Host Drum: Onigaming Community Drum Co-Host: Crow Lake Drum Princess & Brave Pageant Dance Exhibition
Bob Kelly Memorial - Men's Traditional 1st Place - $1000 2nd Place - $600 3rd Place - $300

The 12th-annual “Castin’ for Cash” bass tournament goes today and tomorrow (July 6-7) at Lake Despair Lodge. Weigh-ins start at 3:30 p.m. each day, with a fish fry set for tonight and music by Warren Anderson on Saturday. Food booths and refreshments also will be available both days.

Honouring our 7th Generation by Strengthening our Culture and Traditions
Location: Onigaming Pow-Wow Grounds
Onigaming First Nation, near Nestor Falls ON

Host Drum: Onigaming Community Drum Co-Host: Crow Lake Drum Princess & Brave Pageant Dance Exhibition
Bob Kelly Memorial - Men's Traditional 1st Place - $1000 2nd Place - $600 3rd Place - $300

The Clover Valley Farmers’ Market will be open Saturday, July 7 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 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.

A “Summer Musical Revue” will be held at Cornell Farms on Saturday, July 7 starting at 7:30 p.m. Tickets cost $10, which are available at the Clover Valley Farmers’ Market, the Fort Frances Public Library, Greensides General Store in Devlin, or from Cornell Farms (486-3477). Follow Cornell Farms on Facebook for updates on performers.

Honouring our 7th Generation by Strengthening our Culture and Traditions
Location: Onigaming Pow-Wow Grounds
Onigaming First Nation, near Nestor Falls ON

Host Drum: Onigaming Community Drum Co-Host: Crow Lake Drum Princess & Brave Pageant Dance Exhibition
Bob Kelly Memorial - Men's Traditional 1st Place - $1000 2nd Place - $600 3rd Place - $300

The next “Quality Time Family Scramble” for kids and adults is slated for Monday, July 9 at 5:30 p.m. at Kitchen Creek (front nine). The cost is $5/person, which includes a hotdog, chips, and juice box).

Town council will hold its next regular meeting Monday, July 9 starting at 7:25 p.m. The committee of the whole will meet first starting at 6:40.