The Fort Frances Muskies Football team will play their last game of the regular season on home turf, Friday, October 21. Kick-off is at 2 p.m. A concession will be available, with all proceeds supporting the team. GO MUSKIES!
Local Author visits at the Fort Frances Public Library Technology Centre– Saturday, October 22nd @ 11:00am Frank Maraj will be signing and reading from his latest book Snapshots of Life: the Story of Pinnie and Bella. Copies of the book will be available to purchase for $30.00; a light lunch will be served.
Volunteer Bureau Coat Drive–Drop off Mon-Wed. Oct. 24-26 from 1-6 p.m. Accepting donations of all gently used winter gear. Coats, snowpants, boots, hats, and mittens etc. Items can be picked up by those who need them on Thurs. and Fri. Oct. 27-28 from 1-6 p.m.
The Monthly Supper of the Royal Canadian Legion Ladies Auxiliary to Branch #29 will be Chicken Parmesan. Dinner is $20 per-paid, with payment due October 21. Dine-in, pick-up or delivery available. Dinner includes pasta, Caesar salad, bun and dessert. Dinner will be Friday, October 28 at 5:30. Doors open at 4:30, upstairs of the Legion. Call Josie at 276-3293.
A Haunted Swim will be hosted by the Memorial Sports Centre, Friday October 29. The regular Toonie Swim from 3-4:30 is being transformed into a spooky haunted house, with decorations and spooctacular fun! Regular skill and supervision restrictions apply.
The Annual Trunk or Treat will be taking place at the Fort Frances Public Library Technology Centre parking lot, Halloween night from 5-7 p.m. Load up your little ghosts and goblins for an evening of fun! Donations of cash and candy are welcome. To register as a trunk, contact the library.
The holidays are just around the corner, and the Salvation Army is seeking businesses and individuals willing to adopt a family in need. In this rewarding program, you adopt a family,and make their Christmas morning magical, with a turkey and all the fixings, and gifts for under the tree. Contact the Salvation Army to find out how you can take part.
Learn how to write a poem, Saturday, November 12 at 11:00am – Fort Frances Public Library Technology Centre. Workshop is How to Write a Poem: The Tools & Techniques, facilitated by Evan J. A free poetry writing workshop for ages 14+. To register please call (807) 274-9879 or email ffpltc@gmail.com
Fall workshops at the Museum–The Museum is hosting a variety of creative workshops over the fall. See their Facebook page for more information. Workshops include felting, ink drawing, cookie decorating, Christmas Wreaths and more.
Valley Adult Learning Association free fall courses– Basic Computers Wed. 1:30-3:30 p.m. Oct. 5-Nov. 2. Excel Tues. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Oct. 18-Nov. 15. Cricut Thurs. 6-8 p.m. Nov. 3-Dec. 1 Mobile Devices Wed. 1:30-3:30 p.m. Nov. 16-Dec.7
Rainycrest Auxiliary Membership–New members are needed and current members are reminded to renew their membership for 2023 dues are $5 per year and can be paid at the Tuck Shop or by calling 274-6954 (Judy) or 271-4114 (Donna)
2nd Annual Community parking lot Hockey Tournament– Hosted by Fort Frances GM. Oct. 22 11 a.m.-3 p.m. four-on-four teams. No Entry fee free refreshments. Email holly@ beyakgroup.com or fill out a digital entry form on Facebook. All ages welcomed.
Fort Frances Lions Club TV Bingo– Starts Sept. 15 at 6:30 p.m. on Shaw Cable. Bingo cards available at the usual outlets
Bingo at the Sister Kennedy Centre– 1:30-3:30 p.m. every Friday fro the next eight weeks. Starting Sept. 9 and ending Oct. 28. All Senior welcome.
Tai Chi– Fall/winter Tai Chi sessions for 55 plus will begin at the Senior Centre on Monday September 19th. For further information call Cindy at the Fort Frances Senior Centre, 274-7656, or Carole at 274-5736.
Fort Frances Writer’s Group– Will be starting in-person meetings at the Church of the Holy Spirit 834 Victoria Ave. Second Wednesday of every month starting Sept. 14 at 6 p.m. New members welcome. Call Sherry at 276-8922 for more information.
