Events

The youth centre has programming daily over the summer for youth ages 12-18. Pick up a calendar at 616 Mowat or call Aimee 274-0561. Youth can golf weekly, hang out at the point and have lunch, go camping, powwow trips, outdoor concerts, and more! All at no cost to the youth! Hope to see some new faces!

The Fort Frances Canadian Bass Championship runs July 24-26 at the Sorting Gap Marina. Check out the special edition included with Wednesday’s Times for a complete list of events and times.

The Fort Frances Canadian Bass Championship continues today (Friday) with the weigh-in starting at 4 p.m. at the Sorting Gap Marina, with the final weigh-in going Saturday, July 26 starting at 3 p.m.

The 53rd-annual North Star Stampede (rodeo) runs July 25-27 (rain or shine) in Effie, Mn. The action starts at 5 p.m. today, and at 2 p.m. on both Saturday and Sunday. Call 1-218-743-3893 for more info.

The “Summer on the Border” variety show, featuring something for every fancy, will be held today (July 25) at 7 p.m. at the Backus Community Center in International Falls. Tickets, available in advance at Betty’s, cost $10 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under. A family pass costs $25.

The youth centre has programming daily over the summer for youth ages 12-18. Pick up a calendar at 616 Mowat or call Aimee 274-0561. Youth can golf weekly, hang out at the point and have lunch, go camping, powwow trips, outdoor concerts, and more! All at no cost to the youth! Hope to see some new faces!

The Fort Frances Canadian Bass Championship runs July 24-26 at the Sorting Gap Marina. Check out the special edition included with Wednesday’s Times for a complete list of events and times.

The Fort Frances Canadian Bass Championship continues today (Friday) with the weigh-in starting at 4 p.m. at the Sorting Gap Marina, with the final weigh-in going Saturday, July 26 starting at 3 p.m.

The 53rd-annual North Star Stampede (rodeo) runs July 25-27 (rain or shine) in Effie, Mn. The action starts at 5 p.m. today, and at 2 p.m. on both Saturday and Sunday. Call 1-218-743-3893 for more info.

The second-annual “Las Vegas Scramble” is slated for Saturday, July 26 at Kitchen Creek. The format is three-person teams (minimum 30 handicap and only one under seven), with the cost being $50/person, which includes golf, meal, and prizes. Call Kitchen Creek (274-4653) to register.

The Clover Valley Farmers’ Market will run Saturday, July 26 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at its McIrvine Road location.

Stock car racing goes at the Emo Speedway on Saturday, July 26 (weather permitting). Hot laps are at 7 p.m., with the first race at 7:30. This week will feature Organ Donor Awareness and Powder Puff races.

The youth centre has programming daily over the summer for youth ages 12-18. Pick up a calendar at 616 Mowat or call Aimee 274-0561. Youth can golf weekly, hang out at the point and have lunch, go camping, powwow trips, outdoor concerts, and more! All at no cost to the youth! Hope to see some new faces!

The 53rd-annual North Star Stampede (rodeo) runs July 25-27 (rain or shine) in Effie, Mn. The action starts at 5 p.m. today, and at 2 p.m. on both Saturday and Sunday. Call 1-218-743-3893 for more info.

Artists are wanted for “Ranier Reflections: An International Celebration” on Sunday, July 27 from 2-6 p.m. at the Lookout Tower in Fort Frances. Bring art supplies and pack a picnic. The artwork then will be displayed Aug. 16 during Ranier’s centennial celebrations. For more info, contact Pam Hawley (274-7891) or Douglas Skrief at 1-218-286-3110.

The youth centre has programming daily over the summer for youth ages 12-18. Pick up a calendar at 616 Mowat or call Aimee 274-0561. Youth can golf weekly, hang out at the point and have lunch, go camping, powwow trips, outdoor concerts, and more! All at no cost to the youth! Hope to see some new faces!

Lakehead University Thunderwolves will hold a hockey school in Fort Frances from Monday, July 28-Friday, Aug. 1. Spaces are limited. Register now at www.thunderwolveshockey.com

Lakehead University Thunderwolves will hold a hockey school in Fort Frances from Monday, July 28-Friday, Aug. 1. Spaces are limited. Register now at www.thunderwolveshockey.com

Town council will hold its next regular meeting Monday, July 28 at 7:15 p.m. at the Civic Centre. The committee of the whole meets first at 5:30, but is expected to be in-camera until 6:10.

The youth centre has programming daily over the summer for youth ages 12-18. Pick up a calendar at 616 Mowat or call Aimee 274-0561. Youth can golf weekly, hang out at the point and have lunch, go camping, powwow trips, outdoor concerts, and more! All at no cost to the youth! Hope to see some new faces!

Lakehead University Thunderwolves will hold a hockey school in Fort Frances from Monday, July 28-Friday, Aug. 1. Spaces are limited. Register now at www.thunderwolveshockey.com

The youth centre has programming daily over the summer for youth ages 12-18. Pick up a calendar at 616 Mowat or call Aimee 274-0561. Youth can golf weekly, hang out at the point and have lunch, go camping, powwow trips, outdoor concerts, and more! All at no cost to the youth! Hope to see some new faces!

Lakehead University Thunderwolves will hold a hockey school in Fort Frances from Monday, July 28-Friday, Aug. 1. Spaces are limited. Register now at www.thunderwolveshockey.com

The Hire Success Work Fair is an initiative of the Fort Frances Service Canada Centre for Youth (SCCY). The event will take place at the Métis Hall on July 30 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and promotes networking between enthusiastic youth and employment agencies from the local community as well as regionally and nationally.

A teen “open mic,” for ages 14 and up, is scheduled for Wednesday, July 30 at 6:30 p.m. at the Fort Frances Public Library. Entry fee is $2. To register, or if you have any questions, call the library at 274-9870.

Lakehead University Thunderwolves will hold a hockey school in Fort Frances from Monday, July 28-Friday, Aug. 1. Spaces are limited. Register now at www.thunderwolveshockey.com

The exhibit, “Ontario Residential Schools: Our Story,” will open Thursday, July 31 at the Fort Frances Museum, complete with an opening prayer at 10 a.m. and then a special presentation about the Mikinaak school in Onigaming at 2 p.m. The exhibit will run until Oct. 11.

A rural agricultural meeting, organized by the Rainy River Future Development Corp., will be held Thursday, July 31 at 7 p.m. at the Emo Legion. Guest speaker will be Colin Langford, stewardship co-ordinator with the MNR. Refreshments will be provided.

Lakehead University Thunderwolves will hold a hockey school in Fort Frances from Monday, July 28-Friday, Aug. 1. Spaces are limited. Register now at www.thunderwolveshockey.com

The exhibit, “Ontario Residential Schools: Our Story,” will open Thursday, July 31 at the Fort Frances Museum, complete with an opening prayer at 10 a.m. and then a special presentation about the Mikinaak school in Onigaming at 2 p.m. The exhibit will run until Oct. 11.

Chapple Heritage Days 2008
Friday & Saturday
August 1st & 2nd
Friday evening 7:30 pm at the Both farm, 4 miles north on Barwick Road. Bonfire, music, hotdogs. bring a lawn chair and come out for an evening of fun.
Sat. beginning at 1 AM. antique tractor pulls, ploughting match, swede saw event, watermelon eating contest, horse and wagon rides, music and much more.
Lunch is available to purchase , proceeds to the Chapple Heriage Museum in Barwick.
For more info call Rilla at 487-2655.

“Chapple Days” will run today (Aug. 1) starting at 7:30 p.m. at the Both farm, featuring a bonfire, wiener roast, and music, and again tomorrow (Aug. 2) starting at 10 a.m. with a wide range of activities planned. Lunch also will be available, with proceeds to the Chapple museum.

The exhibit, “Ontario Residential Schools: Our Story,” will open Thursday, July 31 at the Fort Frances Museum, complete with an opening prayer at 10 a.m. and then a special presentation about the Mikinaak school in Onigaming at 2 p.m. The exhibit will run until Oct. 11.

Chapple Heritage Days 2008
Friday & Saturday
August 1st & 2nd
Friday evening 7:30 pm at the Both farm, 4 miles north on Barwick Road. Bonfire, music, hotdogs. bring a lawn chair and come out for an evening of fun.
Sat. beginning at 1 AM. antique tractor pulls, ploughting match, swede saw event, watermelon eating contest, horse and wagon rides, music and much more.
Lunch is available to purchase , proceeds to the Chapple Heriage Museum in Barwick.
For more info call Rilla at 487-2655.

The Halkirk fire protection team presents its 17th-annual fish fry on Saturday, Aug. 2 from noon-6 p.m. at the Bear Pass fire hall (Armstrong Road). There also will be a penny auction, homemade pies, and quilt draw. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for kids (no dogs, please).

The Clover Valley Farmers’ Market will run Saturday, Aug. 2 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at its McIrvine Road location. This week will feature the “World’s Longest BBQ Challenge” starting at 10 a.m. Tickets cost $10/person, with proceeds going to Family and Children’s Services program.

The exhibit, “Ontario Residential Schools: Our Story,” will open Thursday, July 31 at the Fort Frances Museum, complete with an opening prayer at 10 a.m. and then a special presentation about the Mikinaak school in Onigaming at 2 p.m. The exhibit will run until Oct. 11.

The exhibit, “Ontario Residential Schools: Our Story,” will open Thursday, July 31 at the Fort Frances Museum, complete with an opening prayer at 10 a.m. and then a special presentation about the Mikinaak school in Onigaming at 2 p.m. The exhibit will run until Oct. 11.

The exhibit, “Ontario Residential Schools: Our Story,” will open Thursday, July 31 at the Fort Frances Museum, complete with an opening prayer at 10 a.m. and then a special presentation about the Mikinaak school in Onigaming at 2 p.m. The exhibit will run until Oct. 11.

The fourth-annual National Indian Treaties 1-11 Gathering will be held Aug. 5-8 at Pither’s Point Park. Everyone welcome to attend. A Treaties 1-11 fundraiser golf tournament (four-person scramble) also is planned for Aug. 4 starting at 9 a.m. at Heron Landing. Cost is $500 per team. Contact Brian Johnstone (274-5678) to register or for more info.

The fourth-annual National Indian Treaties 1-11 Gathering will be held Aug. 5-8 at Pither’s Point Park. Everyone welcome to attend. A Treaties 1-11 fundraiser golf tournament (four-person scramble) also is planned for Aug. 4 starting at 9 a.m. at Heron Landing. Cost is $500 per team. Contact Brian Johnstone (274-5678) to register or for more info.

The fourth-annual National Indian Treaties 1-11 Gathering will be held Aug. 5-8 at Pither’s Point Park. Everyone welcome to attend. A Treaties 1-11 fundraiser golf tournament (four-person scramble) also is planned for Aug. 4 starting at 9 a.m. at Heron Landing. Cost is $500 per team. Contact Brian Johnstone (274-5678) to register or for more info.

The fourth-annual National Indian Treaties 1-11 Gathering will be held Aug. 5-8 at Pither’s Point Park. Everyone welcome to attend. A Treaties 1-11 fundraiser golf tournament (four-person scramble) also is planned for Aug. 4 starting at 9 a.m. at Heron Landing. Cost is $500 per team. Contact Brian Johnstone (274-5678) to register or for more info.

The fourth-annual National Indian Treaties 1-11 Gathering will be held Aug. 5-8 at Pither’s Point Park. Everyone welcome to attend. A Treaties 1-11 fundraiser golf tournament (four-person scramble) also is planned for Aug. 4 starting at 9 a.m. at Heron Landing. Cost is $500 per team. Contact Brian Johnstone (274-5678) to register or for more info.

The fourth-annual National Indian Treaties 1-11 Gathering will be held Aug. 5-8 at Pither’s Point Park. Everyone welcome to attend. A Treaties 1-11 fundraiser golf tournament (four-person scramble) also is planned for Aug. 4 starting at 9 a.m. at Heron Landing. Cost is $500 per team. Contact Brian Johnstone (274-5678) to register or for more info.

“Faber Drive” will perform live in concert on Thursday, Aug. 7 at 7 p.m. at the Townshend Theatre (doors open at 6:30). Tickets, which cost $25 each, are available at Sight & Sound.

“Faber Drive” will perform live in concert on Thursday, Aug. 7 at 7 p.m. at the Townshend Theatre (doors open at 6:30). Tickets, which cost $25 each, are available at Sight & Sound.

The fourth-annual National Indian Treaties 1-11 Gathering will be held Aug. 5-8 at Pither’s Point Park. Everyone welcome to attend. A Treaties 1-11 fundraiser golf tournament (four-person scramble) also is planned for Aug. 4 starting at 9 a.m. at Heron Landing. Cost is $500 per team. Contact Brian Johnstone (274-5678) to register or for more info.

The fourth-annual National Indian Treaties 1-11 Gathering will be held Aug. 5-8 at Pither’s Point Park. Everyone welcome to attend. A Treaties 1-11 fundraiser golf tournament (four-person scramble) also is planned for Aug. 4 starting at 9 a.m. at Heron Landing. Cost is $500 per team. Contact Brian Johnstone (274-5678) to register or for more info.

Location: Emo Fairgrounds

Friday: 9 a.m to 4 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday: 8 a.m. to approx 3 p.m.

Halter, Showmanship, Horsemanship, Pleasure, Trail and many other classes. Come out and watch.

Location: Emo Fairgrounds

Friday: 9 a.m to 4 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday: 8 a.m. to approx 3 p.m.

Halter, Showmanship, Horsemanship, Pleasure, Trail and many other classes. Come out and watch.

The annual Kitchen Creek Classic golf tournament runs Aug. 9-10 at Kitchen Creek starting at 9 a.m. each day. The entry fee is $110.

The Clover Valley Farmers’ Market will run Saturday, Aug. 9 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at its McIrvine Road location.

Atikokan Mudslingers present its annual “4x4 Mudfling” on Aug. 9-10 in Atikokan. A dance also will be held on the Saturday night at the Moose Lodge. For more info, call 1-807-597-1494 or 1-870-597-1463 or visit www.bigtimetrucks.com

Atikokan Mudslingers present its annual “4x4 Mudfling” on Aug. 9-10 in Atikokan. A dance also will be held on the Saturday night at the Moose Lodge. For more info, call 1-807-597-1494 or 1-870-597-1463 or visit www.bigtimetrucks.com

Stock car racing goes at the Emo Speedway on Saturday, Aug. 9 (weather permitting). Hot laps are at 7 p.m., with the first race at 7:30. This week features the fourth-annual mid-season shootout (there also will be car rides at intermission).

Location: Emo Fairgrounds

Friday: 9 a.m to 4 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday: 8 a.m. to approx 3 p.m.

Halter, Showmanship, Horsemanship, Pleasure, Trail and many other classes. Come out and watch.

The annual Kitchen Creek Classic golf tournament runs Aug. 9-10 at Kitchen Creek starting at 9 a.m. each day. The entry fee is $110.

Atikokan Mudslingers present its annual “4x4 Mudfling” on Aug. 9-10 in Atikokan. A dance also will be held on the Saturday night at the Moose Lodge. For more info, call 1-807-597-1494 or 1-870-597-1463 or visit www.bigtimetrucks.com

Atikokan Mudslingers present its annual “4x4 Mudfling” on Aug. 9-10 in Atikokan. A dance also will be held on the Saturday night at the Moose Lodge. For more info, call 1-807-597-1494 or 1-870-597-1463 or visit www.bigtimetrucks.com

The Rainy Lake Conservancy will hold its annual general meeting Sunday, Aug. 10 from 3-5 p.m. at La Place Rendez-Vous. Guest speaker will be Robin Reilly, superintendent of Quetico Provincial Park. For more info, contact Mary Lysne at 274-6069.

The fall blood donor clinic will be held Wednesday, Sept. 10 from 4:30-8:30 p.m. and again Thursday, Sept. 11 from noon-3 p.m. and 5-8:30 p.m. at Fort Frances High School.

The fall blood donor clinic will be held Wednesday, Sept. 10 from 4:30-8:30 p.m. and again Thursday, Sept. 11 from noon-3 p.m. and 5-8:30 p.m. at Fort Frances High School.

Town council will hold its next regular meeting Monday, Aug. 11 at 6:50 p.m. at the Civic Centre. The committee of the whole will meet first at 5:30, but is scheduled to be in-camera until 6:10.

A “Meet the Queen Candidates” supper will be held Monday, Aug. 11 at 6:30 p.m. at the Emo Arena. Admission is $8. That will be followed by a fashion show at 7 p.m., with admission being $2 or a Fair Queen button.

A Regional Day of Action, organized by the Youth Action Alliance in support of keeping parks and beaches free of tobacco industry products, is planned for Tuesday, Aug. 12 starting at 2 p.m. with a walk from the Sorting Gap Marina to Pither’s Point. Contact the Northwestern Health Unit for event details.

A barn concert, featuring “Heatherdale,” is planned for Tuesday, Aug. 12 at the Cornell Farm (on La Vallee Road North one mile from Highway 11/71). Opening act, “Ricochet,” begins at 7:30 p.m. Tickets cost $12 in advance (available at Cornell Farms, Greensides in Devlin, and the Clover Valley Farmers’ Market) and $15 at the door.

The Atikokan Crisis Centre is hosting its next monthly women’s luncheon on Wednesday, Aug. 13 from noon-1 p.m. at La Place Rendez-Vous (note the change from the original date of Aug. 20). Admission is free, but pre-registration is required by calling 1-800-465-3348.

The Fort Frances Volunteer Bureau is hosting the annual Terry Fox Run on Sunday, Sept. 14 at 2 p.m. from the old CN station (rain or shine). Call 274-9555 for more info.

The Emo Fall Fair runs Aug. 14-16. See Page A11 in Wednesday’s Times for a complete schedule of events.

Marc Nadjiwan – critically acclaimed Ojibway singer/songwriter will be at the Circle of Life Centre, 616 Mowat Ave, August 14th starting at 6pm. Snacks and refreshments will be provided. Marc will start off with a workshop for young people who want to get into the music industry, followed by an acoustic performance. Admission is free, and everyone is welcome. Call Aimee 274-0561 for more information.

Gospel preaching, featuring guest speaker Leroy Stutzman and sponsored by the Mine Centre Mennonite Church, will be held Aug. 14-17 at 7 p.m. at the East End Hall. Everyone welcome.

The Emo Fall Fair runs Aug. 14-16. See Page A11 in Wednesday’s Times for a complete schedule of events.

Gospel preaching, featuring guest speaker Leroy Stutzman and sponsored by the Mine Centre Mennonite Church, will be held Aug. 14-17 at 7 p.m. at the East End Hall. Everyone welcome.

The Rainy River Valley Agricultural Society’s annual fall fair continues today and tomorrow (Aug. 15-16) at the fairgrounds in Emo. See page C1 in Wednesday’s Times for a complete schedule of events.

Come out enjoy a fish supper on Rainy lake at beautiful Sunny Cove Camp (960 Hwy 11, east of Fort Frances)and support the Watten Volunteer Fire Department. Adults $15, children $6. Cash Bar.

The Emo Fall Fair runs Aug. 14-16. See Page A11 in Wednesday’s Times for a complete schedule of events.

Gospel preaching, featuring guest speaker Leroy Stutzman and sponsored by the Mine Centre Mennonite Church, will be held Aug. 14-17 at 7 p.m. at the East End Hall. Everyone welcome.

The Rainy River Valley Agricultural Society’s annual fall fair continues today and tomorrow (Aug. 15-16) at the fairgrounds in Emo. See page C1 in Wednesday’s Times for a complete schedule of events.

The Kitchen Creek Ladies’ Club is planning a fun tournament (featuring a two ball, best ball format) on Saturday, Aug. 16 starting with a shotgun start at 9 a.m. Entry fee is $40 each, and you can sign up individually or as a team of two. For more info, call the pro shop at 274-GOLF (4653).

This years Ladies Tournament is a "2 Lady Best Ball" format and is open to all ladies. Cost is $40. per player and you can sign up individually, or as a Team of 2 by calling the Pro-Shop at 274-GOLF (4653).

The Tournament is open to all ladies, and will have a shot-gun start on Saturday, August 16th, 2008 at 9:00 am. Registration starts at 8:00 am.

The annual Morson Bass International fishing tournament runs Saturday and Sunday (Aug. 16-17) from the government dock at the end of Highway 621. See page B2 of Wednesday’s Times for a schedule of events.

Gospel preaching, featuring guest speaker Leroy Stutzman and sponsored by the Mine Centre Mennonite Church, will be held Aug. 14-17 at 7 p.m. at the East End Hall. Everyone welcome.

Check out the best-kept secrets of local products and services offered in the district on Friday, Oct. 17 from noon-8 p.m. at the Adventure Inn. Admission is $2, and there also will be prizes, free draws, and much more. Exhibitor booths still available will they last by contacting Angela Halvorsen (274-3276), Brenda Elias (482-3115), or Tonia Dolph (274-6933) or visit the link at www.rrfdc.on.ca

Jan’s School of Dance will hold registration on Sunday, Aug. 17 from 3-6 p.m. in the dance room at the Backus Center in International Falls (use the east sidewalk entrance). The fall-Christmas session begins Monday, Sept. 8.

Come out for a bike ride with the Borderland Bicycle Club! Meet outside Skates & Blades on Tuesday by 6:10 pm for a fun, family-friendly ride around town.

A come-and-go benefit spaghetti supper for Mabel McCormick will be held Wednesday, Aug. 20 from 4:30-8:30 p.m. at the Devlin Hall. There also will be a penny auction. Tickets cost $15 each, with children aged 10 and under being admitted free.

The “First Rider” program, for children who will be riding the school bus for the first time this fall, will be held Thursday, Aug. 21 at 9 a.m. and again at 11 a.m. in the training room at Robert Moore School. To register for either session, call 274-9855 by Tuesday, Aug. 19.

Comedian “Jimmy the Janitor” will perform Thursday, Aug. 21 at 7:30 p.m. at the Townshend Theatre as a fundraiser for the Muskie Redline Club (girls’ hockey team). Tickets, which cost $25 each, are available at Fort Frances General Supply, McTaggarts, Investors, Tompkins Hardware (Emo), and club parents.

The Clover Valley Farmers’ Market will be open Saturday, Aug. 23 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., this week featuring its annual corn roast, and again Thursday, Aug. 28 from 3-6 p.m. at its McIrvine Road location.

A butterfly release, organized by the Rainy River District Palliative Care Program volunteers and originally scheduled for July, now will be held Saturday, Aug. 23 at 2 p.m. in Hannam Park in Rainy River and again Sunday, Aug. 24 at 2 p.m. at the Legion Park in Fort Frances. Butterflies are available for $15 each, which can be ordered by contacting Jennifer Anderson at 276-0202.

Stock car racing goes Saturday, Aug. 23 at the Emo Speedway (weather permitting). Hot laps are at 7 p.m., with the first race at 7:30. This week features the Keith McNally Memorial Season Championship.

A butterfly release, organized by the Rainy River District Palliative Care Program volunteers and originally scheduled for July, now will be held Saturday, Aug. 23 at 2 p.m. in Hannam Park in Rainy River and again Sunday, Aug. 24 at 2 p.m. at the Legion Park in Fort Frances. Butterflies are available for $15 each, which can be ordered by contacting Jennifer Anderson at 276-0202.

Mud Lake City is getting set to host the biggest musical festival in the district. It is the 10th Annual MUD LAKE CITY MUSIC FEST to be held on AUG. 24th - the 4th Sunday in August. Past years have seen 1000 spectators and 38+ local musicians.

Mud Lake City is “The Biggest Little City in the Rainy River Valley”. It is a hands-on, open Air Museum - a private collection of antiques, collectibles, retro & oddities and is a replica of an old western-style town.

Open Mic format - Plug & Play, with Professional Sound System

The 10th-annual Mud Lake City music fest goes Sunday, Aug. 24 starting at 11 a.m. (bring a lawn chair). Admission is free, and lunch will be sold on site. Mud Lake City is located at #1839 on Boxalder Road West (south of Devlin).

An MEC bacon bingo will be held Sunday, Aug. 24 at 7:30 p.m. in the arena auditorium.