Staff
While the temperature is supposed to be rather mild on Saturday, there is “SnO” way the Friends of Fort Frances Museum won’t hold their annual family fun day.
“SnOasis 5: Canada Alive!” is set to go March 4 from noon-2 p.m. at the Fort Frances Public Library Technology Centre.
The event, named this year in honour of Canada’s 150th birthday, once again has been organized by the Friends of the Fort Frances Museum, with some help from the library, Rainy Lake Nordic Ski Club, and Sunset Country Métis.
“We’d love to get some fresh snow for Saturday, but so far it looks like a great day weather-wise for ‘SnOasis 5,'” said Friends acting president Sarah Marusyk.
Outdoor activities will include skiing and snowshoeing (weather permitting), along with games.
Inside the library, there will be face-painting, hot chocolate and cookies, “Storytime” yoga with Meghan Spooner, and the family movie, “Pinocchio,” at 2 p.m.
Meanwhile, the Memorial Sports Centre will hold a toonie swim at 2:30 p.m. (children must be accompanied by an adult).
There also will be some delicious food on hand Saturday.
For instance, the Friends will be serving up their now-famous “Auger Dogs” while the Sunset Country Métis will be offering people a chance to make bannock on a stick.
All of these activities are free, except for the toonie swim.
“We will, however, have our donation box available to contribute to the event and other Friends of the Museum endeavours,” noted Marusyk.
If you’re a high school student who needs volunteer hours to graduate, or just a community member looking to help out, you’re welcome to volunteer.
Anyone interested in lending a hand can contact Marusyk at 276-4481 or via e-mail at sarahmarusyk@gmail.com
