EVENTS CALENDAR
Hunter’s Dinner fundraiser for the West Rainy River District Lions Club. Featuring wild meat and fish. Nov. 8 doors at 4:30, dinner at 6 p.m. tickets $50, available online at westlions.ca or from Telford Advent, 807-271-2007, Kent Ogden at Cloverleaf Grocery Store or any West Rainy River District Lion’s Club member.
Fine Line Art Gallery is celebrating its 30th anniversary with an open house on Thursday, Nov. 6 from 1-7 p.m. Come celebrate this milestone at the gallery!
St. John the Baptist Anglican Church is hosting a Turkey supper on Friday, Nov. 7. 5-7 p.m. Turkey and Fixin’s $25 adults, $12 kids 6-10 under 6 free. For takeout or delivery call 807-275-9330.
Christmas Family Craft Night with the Fort Frances Chamber of Commerce, BIA and and the Fort Frances Museum. Nov. 10 6 p.m. at the Fort Frances Museum. Limited spaces, call 807-274-7891 to register.
Remembrance Day Ceremonies will take place at the Cenotaph at the Fort Frances Cemetery at 11 a.m. on Tuesday Nov. 11.
Honouring our Veterans Powwow hosted by the United Native Friendship Centre. Nov. 11, 2025 at the Couchiching Multi-use building. Doors open 4 p.m. light dinner 5 p.m. Grand Entry 6 p.m. Everyone is welcome to come out and share stories, dance and sing while remember and honouring indigenous veterans.
Free entry to the Fort Frances Lakers Nov. 11 game sponsored by Rainy River District Ontario Health Team. “We’ll be recognizing our veterans during our Remembrance Day opening ceremonies with the Royal Canadian Legion, and spreading awareness for November’s health initiatives: diabetes and men’s mental health.” See the Lakers faceoff against the Ironwood Lumberjacks at 7:15 p.m.
Shine the Light on Woman Abuse second annual tea and scones fundraiser. Nov. 13 2025 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Pink Parasol Tea Room. $15 includes tea or coffee and a scone with fixin’s. Eat in or take out available. Tickets available through Jennifer Horton at Pink Parasol Tea Room, or from Sharon Calder 807-274-1172 or from Riverside Community Counselling. Cash only, proceeds will be donated to the Riverside Health Care Sexual Assault Dept.
The Downtown Fort Frances BIA and the Chamber of Commerce invite you to an official Christmas Tree Lighting in Rainy Lake Square starting at 5:30 p.m. on Friday Nov. 21 with loads of fun family activities. “Join us as we celebrate lighting our 20 foot tall Christmas tree. Bring the whole family out and enjoy the sights and sounds of Christmas.”
Royal Canadian Legion Ladies Auxiliary to Branch #29 Monthly supper will be Nov. 21. Turkey Dinner. $25 each $12 under 12. Limit of 140 available. Tickets available at the Legion office, Senior Centre or through Vicki at 807-271-3514. Delivery available within Fort Frances. Tickets must be purchased by Nov. 18. Doors open 4:30 p.m. dinner served 5:30.
ONGOING EVENTS
CHRISTMAS HAMPER APPLICATIONS – Salvation Army Food bank clients may apply for a Christmas Hamper. please call (807) 291-0012 to book an appointment today. No walk-ins, please. Deadline: Friday, November 28, 2025.
Bingo has resumed at the Senior Centre– Fridays from Sept. 12 until Dec. 5. For more information call Diane, 807-275-9308.
Memory Lane Café hosted by the Alzheimer Society–a welcoming space where individuals with dementia and their care partners can connect socialize and enjoy activities. At the Fort Frances Senior Centre 1 p.m. Dec. 3 will be the last day for 2025. For more info call 807-468-1516.
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 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. No registration required. Perfect for ages 2-6 with a caregiver.
Baby Time is back at the Fort Frances Public Library! Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. “Join us for songs, rhymes, lap bounces, stories, free play and more.”
Pokémon Club is held Fridays at 4 p.m. at the Fort Frances Public Library Technology Centre. New to Pokémon? Learn how to play and develop your skills! We play Pokémon cards in the unlimited format, which means that you can use cards from any set to build your deck! Recommended for ages 8-14+. Please bring your own snacks.
Lego Club at the 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 is at the Fort Frances Public Library Technology Centre, 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.
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.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
The Fort Frances Lakers are always open to new gameday volunteers– Positions include camera operators, Stats keepers, camera operators, beer garden servers and security, and raffle sales. Training provided and volunteer hours available for high school students Contact Fortfranceslakersmedia@gmail.com to volunteer.
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, knick knacks, 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, which benefits 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.
Best for Kitty is in need of foster homes, to provide a safe environment to house cats while they wait for forever homes. Support and supplies are provided. For more information, e-mail bestforkitty@gmail.com, for more information. Donations accepted via e-transfer, or donate through www.bestfortkitty.net for tax receipts. Cheques can be dropped off at Northwoods Gallery and Gifts.
