EVENTS CALENDAR
Join us at the Fort Frances Public Library for a screening of the cult classic “But I’m a Cheerleader” (rated R) in celebration of Pride Month! Free, no registration required, popcorn provided. 6 p.m. TONIGHT Tuesday, June 23
Local rockers Kings of None will play a free show in Rainy Lake Square Thursday night, June 25 from 6-8 p.m. featuring openers Go Figure. Open to everyone, bring your own chair.
The Couchiching First Nation 33rd annual Pow-wow has been postponed due to a death in the community. The Pow Wow will be held Sept. 11-13, 2026.
The Fort Frances Legion Ladies Auxiliary will be hosting a pancake breakfast starting at 8 a.m. until 10 a.m. $10 per person under 5 are free. Pancakes, sausage, juice, coffee and tea.
There will be Canada Day events held at the Fairgrounds in Emo on Saturday, June 27 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. featuring a car show, vendors, Food booths, dunk tank, games, trick or treating in the pits and much more.
The Fort Frances Canada Day parade sponsored by Beyak Automotive Group lineup at 10 a.m. and the parade will start at 11 a.m. from the Sorting Gap to the Hospital. There will be a bike decorating contest for the parade, all entrants will get a prize. To sign up a bike or a float email Jennifer@beyakautogroup.com
There will also be a Canada Day Community Carnival presented by the Beyak Automotive Group at Legion park on July 1. from 12-4 p.m. With many fun activities as well as a BBQ lunch for sale by the West Rainy River District Lion’s Club.
The Alberton Recreation Committee is celebrating Canada Day on July 1st at Millennium Park 11 a.m-3 p.m.. Gibson’s Grub will also be on-site with all your favourites (Please bring cash). Bring your bicycles to decorate at the park and parade around the rink! Challenge the mini-Olympics and jump up and down in the Bounce House! Join us for a great Canadian celebration!
The Fort Frances Library will hold its annual Teddy Bear Picnic on Friday, July 3 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. admission $5 under 2 years old, free. Hotdogs on sale $2. Event will feature a magic show, games, face painting, bouncy Castles and more. Pick up your tickets in advance at the Fort Frances Public Library.
Tee off for a great cause! Links for Local Care is your chance to enjoy a fantastic day of golf while supporting Riverside Health Care’s Lights, Camera, DIAGNOSIS campaign for the district’s first MRI and upgraded digital radiography units at La Verendrye General Hospital and the Rainy River Health Centre. July 11, 9 a.m. at Kitchen Creek Golf Course
Spots are limited! Register your team via the link on the Facebook event page. “Links for Local Care.”
There will be a Show and Shine Classic Car show on July 23 from 3-7 p.m. at Fort Frances GM including a free barbecue and treats.
ONGOING EVENTS
The Fort Frances Museum is hosting a summer concert series in Rainy Lake Square! The First show will feature The Honest Heart Collective on July 8 at 6 p.m. Bring your own chairs and listen to some great live music. Local bands to follow with The Faculty on July 29 and Thinking of Pinky Aug. 5, Rough Cut Pine Aug. 12 and Red Right Return Aug. 19.
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 each month 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. For more information call 807-468-1516.
Best for Kitty is Running a Spring Appeal for donations. Tax reeipts available for donations of $20 or more. Online at bestforkitty.net or mailed to: Best For Kitty, 308 Fifth St. W. Fort Frances, ON. P9A 3S1 or by e-transfer bestforkitty@gmail.com.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
The La Verendrye General Hospital Auxiliary Gift Shop is looking for volunteers. The hours are Monday-Friday, from noon – 3:30 p.m. OPP criminal record check is required. 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. 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– 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 ext4818 or by email n.piotrowski@rhcf.on.ca.
