The Rainy River Valley Agricultural Society Fall Fair is finally here. The fair begins tomorrow, Thursday, August 17, and goes until Saturday, August 19. This fair is a life-long tradition for many of us and a joy for the youngsters of today. Go with your family or friends, but whatever you do, take in the fair. It promises to be a good one!

The Rainy River District Women’s Institute Museum in Emo is selling birthday and anniversary calendars as a fundraiser. Calendars are $12 each with four names, and an additional 10 cents for each additional name. It’s an important fundraiser for the museum and a great way to keep track of the important dates in your life. You can purchase the calendars at the museum by phone at (807) 482-3991, message them on Facebook, or email museumfundraiser@gmail.com. Alternatively, you can visit the museum’s booth at the Emo Fall Fair.

The Rainy River Ladies Auxiliary’s Bingo at Rainy River Legion is August 20. Doors open at 1:30 p.m. and games start at 2 p.m. Come out and enjoy your Sunday afternoon.

The residents of Alberton are invited to sign up their garage sale for a garage sale trail event held September 9 throughout the community. The residents of Alberton will be hosting this fun-filled event. Maps will be available to download at www.Alberton.ca or can be picked up at the township office by Friday, September 8.

A reminder that there is an George Elliot old-time music dance at the Emo Legion on August 25th. The dance begins at 7 p.m.

Congratulations to Ashley Croswell and Marc LaPore on their August 6th engagement. The couple are planning a late summer or fall 2024 wedding. Proud parents are Mary and Trevor Croswell and Robert and Cathy LaPore.

Robin’s 2 cents

The Five Stages of a Female’s Life

1. To grow up
2. To fill out
3. To slim down
4. To hold it in
5. To HELL with it