EVENTS CALENDAR
Thank you to everyone who came to the library to watch our 55+ Movie Matinee! Due to its popularity, we will be screening Song Sung Blue again next Thursday (Feb 26) at 1 pm! “Lightning and Thunder, a Milwaukee husband and wife Neil Diamond tribute act, experience soaring success and devastating heartbreak in their musical journey together.” Rated PG 2 hours 12 minutes long. Starring Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson.
PD Day movie, Friday Feb. 27 1-3 p.m. featuring The Bad Guys 2. Rated G, 1 hour 44 minutes long, free entry and popcorn provided.
PD Day fun at the Fort Frances Museum Bird Crafts, Feb. 27 2-4 p.m. Cost: $10.40
Legion Ladies Auxiliary monthly supper, Friday Feb. 27. Roast Beef dinner. Prepaid only. Tickets at the Senior Centre, Legion office or by calling Vicki, 807-271-3514. Take out and delivery available.
The deadline to submit entries for the 2026 Rainy River District Festival of the Performing Arts is Monday March 2, 2026 at 12pm (noon) CST. Visit https://ff-festival.com for more information.
In recognition of International Women’s Day and the 2026 theme Give to Gain, community partners are coming together to host a free garage sale for anyone who needs it. Donations accepted Weds. March 4, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. at the Métis Hall. Clothing, household items, and personal items are welcome. No furniture please. Free community garage sale Thursday, March 5, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
The Curl Fort Frances Community Centre will host a Brier Final watch party on March 8. Signup at the club or call 807-274-6667. Doors open at 4 p.m. game starts at 5 p.m.
$25 admission includes lasagna dinner, games and prizes. Proceeds to the building renovation fund.
The Annual Nestor Falls Winter Carnival runs Friday March 6 to Sunday March 8 kicking of with a fish fry Friday night, Fishing Derby, snowmobile scavenger hunt, cribbage tournament, and Dance on Saturday and a pancake breakfast, kids curling, and lumberjack competition on Sunday. See Facebook for more details Annual Nestor Falls Winter Carnival.
ONGOING EVENTS
St. Mary’s Church Lenten fish fry returns on each Friday of Lent. Feb. 20- Mar. 27. Pickup starting at 4 p.m. Deadline for orders is 3 p.m. the Thursday before. For more information contact Barb 807-276-1226.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.
Bingo at the Fort Frances Senior Centre Runs from Jan. 16 until March 13, 2026 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Contact Diane Maxey for more details 807-275-9308.
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.
