EVENTS CALENDAR
The Rainy River Festival of the Performing Arts runs from March 26 to Apr. 24 with full schedule to be released. For more information visit ff-festival.com.
The 12th annual Kiwanis Easter Egg-Stravaganza is hopping back to Rainy Lake Square. Grab a map, visit businesses for treats and return your map for prize draws. Saturday, Apr. 4, 2026 11 a.m.- 1 p.m. Bring your baskets!
Come out to the Fort Frances Public Library, for kids yoga starting Apr. 7 at 4 p.m. Learn some yoga poses, meditation techniques and let out some energy with UNFC’s healthy living kids program coordinator! This is a weekly event happening on Tuesdays at 4pm. Contact Jessica at 807 271 3183 or healthylivingkids@unfc.org to register. Drop ins are also welcome
The Living and Dying well Collective-Rainy River District is hosting a death cafe at the Fort Frances Public Library. Come “drink tea, eat cake and discuss death. Our aim is to increase awareness of death to help people make the most of their (finite) lives.” 6-7:30 p.m. Apr. 7. RSVP requested, spots limited 807-276-2483 or livingdyingwellcollective@gmail.com.
Old-Tyme Dance, Fri. Apr. 10 at the Fort Frances Senior Centre from 7–9 p.m. Featuring old time country/rock by Connie Francis, Elvis, Conway Twitty, Patsy Cline, George Jones, and many others. Snacks & drinks available. For info contact Gene 218-240-5423
The Fort Frances Public Library is hosting a reading of Don’t you Dare Run Away a new comedic play by Robin Taylor Wright featuring local talents Darren Derendorf, Ken Kellar, Kathryn Pierroz, Kate Stevens, and Jennifer Thorpe.
6:30 p.m. Wednesday Apr. 22 in the Shaw room. No admission charge, donations to the actors appreciated. Recommended for those ages 12+.
The Fort Frances Ducks Unlimited Dinner will take place Apr. 25, 2026 at La Place Rendez-Vous. Doors open 5:30 p.m. dinner at 7 p.m. Tickets are $65. For more information or to purchase tickets, contact Nancy, 705-257-2090 or by email ducksunlimitedfortfrances.com. The event is halfway to selling out!
Tour De Fort is hosting a concert featuring Americana Blues artist Sandra Bouza on April 27 at 7:30 p.m. tickets are available online at tourdefort.com and at the Fort Frances Library and Ski’s Variety.
ONGOING EVENTS
The Rainy Lake Readers Book Club meets the third Tuesday of each month from 6:00-7:45 at the Fort Frances Public Library Technology Centre. Visit the Library and check out the display of this month’s book selections. New members always welcome.
Story Time at the Fort Frances Public Library is held every Wednesday at 10:15 a.m. at the Fort Frances Public Library Technology Centre! Story Time features a new theme each week, with carefully selected stories, songs and activities that will captivate and engage your little ones. For ages 2-6 with a caregiver.
Baby Time at the Fort Frances Public Library on Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. “Join us for songs, rhymes, lap bounces, stories, free play and more.”
Pokémon Club at the Fort Frances Public Library is held Fridays at 4 p.m. New to Pokémon? Learn how to play and develop your skills! Recommended for ages 8-14+. Please bring your own snacks.
Lego Club at the Fort Frances Public Library, every Thursday from 3:30-5 p.m. come build, create and connect. Compete in Lego building challenges, create unique builds and build big!
STEM Saturday at the Fort Frances Public Library, from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Stop by for STEM-based fun, games and crafts! Anyone under 8 needs to be accompanied by an adult.
Men’s mental health group takes place the last Friday of January, February. and March at 10:30 a.m. at the HOPE Centre at 324 Victoria Ave. Coffee and Snacks provided, everyone is welcome.
Stroke Survivors group– meeting the Second Wednesday of every month 10-11 a.m. Let’s have a coffee and talk. A good time to make friends with other people that understand what you’re going through. To register call or text Nathan Galusha 807-271-6262 or Shelly Jones 807-276-1319.
Memory Lane Cafe with the Alzheimer Society Kenora and Rainy River Districts. A space where individuals living with dementia and their care partners can socialize, and enjoy engaging activities. Offers a supportive environment to share experiences, and access community support. Meets at the Fort Frances Senior Centre, 1 p.m. on the first Wednesday of each month. Next date is March 4, 2026. For more information call 807-468-1516.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
The 2026 Rainy River District Festival of the Performing Arts runs on various dates from March 26-April 24. If you can volunteer to help out, please contact Maureen at 274-1034. Find more information about the Festival at https://ff-festival.com.
The La Verendrye General Hospital Auxiliary Gift Shop is looking for volunteers. The hours are Monday-Friday, (excluding holidays) from 12:00 – 3:30 p.m. An OPP criminal record check is required which can be applied for on-line. Help is available with this as well as gift shop training and support. All funds raised go to the Auxiliary to honour our pledges for capital equipment at La Verendrye General Hospital. This year our pledge is $100,000 for the MRI. New members are always welcome and forms are available at the Gift Shop. If interested, please email Jan Beazley at janbeazley@gmail.com
The Fort Frances Legion Ladies Auxiliary to Branch #29 is seeking new members to join their dynamic group of fun, hardworking Ladies. If you would like to know more about this group, please contact Andrea at 275-8912.
The Rainycrest Tuck Shop is accepting donations– The Tuck Shop is open to residents, family, staff and visitors. Great items for donation are things like large stuffed bears, gift items and items for residents to place on their night stands or wall/door. Proceeds from the Tuck Shop go to the Rainycrest Auxiliary, and benefit residents. Donations can be dropped off inside the main entrance, labelled ATTN: Tuck Shop.
Rainycrest Auxiliary Membership – New members are always welcome and current members are reminded to renew their membership dues are $10 per year starting in 2026 and can be paid at the Tuck Shop or by calling 274-6954 (Judy) or 271-4114 (Donna).
Meals on Wheels – Seeking volunteer drivers. Contact Nicole Piotrowski at 807-274-3266 ext 4818 or by email n.piotrowski@rhcf.on.ca.
