Bring a Friend Night
Monday, Sept. 12
McIntyre Arena
The Timmins Ringette Association is hosting an open house for potential new players. The free event is open to players of all abilities. The Fun 1 and Fun 2 division open house runs from 6-7 p.m. and is for players ages four to seven years. From 7-8 p.m. the open house is for U12 and U14 divisions for players ages 10 to 13 years. Registration is not required. Participants are asked to arrive early and will need to bring at least a pair of skates, helmet, mittens or gloves. For more information, email [email protected].
Contributing to an Inclusive Timmins
Tuesday, Sept. 13, noon
Zoom
This free learning opportunity is part of Welcoming Week. It will explore why individual contributions matter and who to move from diversity to inclusion and onward. Register here.
Philosophy Café with Edward McEntee
Monday, Sept. 12, 7 p.m.
Timmins Public Library
The philosophy talks are back after a two-year hiatus. Learn more about philosophy and the topics of our times with Edward McEntee. Coffee and tea will be served. Register online here.
Timmins Council Meeting
Tuesday, Sept. 13, 6 p.m.
City Hall
The full agenda is available here.
Open House
Wednesday, Sept. 14, noon to 2 p.m.
330 Second Ave.
The Timmins and District Multicultural Centre and Collège Boréal Settlement Services are holding an open house. Stop by to meet the team and see the new space.
Tenant Rights 101: What you need to know about renting in Ontario
Wednesday, Sept. 14, 1 p.m.
Northern College, room H116
It's being hosted by the TEDC and Timmins-Temiskaming Community Legal Clinic as part of Welcoming Week. More details are available here.
How to prepare for your first job
Wednesday, Sept. 12, 6 p.m.
Timmins Public Library, 320 2nd Ave.
It will cover job searching, cover letter and resume tips, networking, interview preparation and your first day at a new job. It's being hosted by the library and Employment Options Emploi as part of Welcoming Week. Register here.
Author Visit with Julianne Heagy
Thursday, Sept. 15, 2 p.m.
Timmins Public Library
Julianne Heagy will be talking about her book A Stroke of Grace: A Guide to Understanding and Living with ana Acquired Brain Injury. For more information call 705-360-2623 ext. 8519. Register online here.
Bring a Friend Night
Thursday, Sept. 15
McIntyre Arena
The Timmins Ringette Association is hosting an open house for potential new players. The free event is open to players of all abilities. The U10 division open house runs from 6-7 p.m. and is for players ages eight to nine years. From 7-8 p.m. the open house is for U16 and U19 divisions for players ages 14 to 18 years. Registration is not required. Participants are asked to arrive early and will need to bring at least a pair of skates, helmet, mittens or gloves. For more information, email [email protected].
Fall Craft and Vendor Show
Friday, Sept. 16-18
Porcupine Mall
This popular shopping event is back and features local crafters and vendors. It runs Friday, Sept. 16 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 17 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 18 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Touch a Truck
Saturday, Sept. 17, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Second Avenue between Spruce and Brunette
The annual event is back and is a chance to get up close with some of the trucks in town. There is a sensory-friendly hour from noon to 1 p.m. There will also be a free barbecue sponsored by Newmont Porcupine.
Terry Fox Walk
Sunday, Sept. 18, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Gillies Lake
Keep Terry’s vision for a world without cancer alive and raise money for research.
Connaught & District Pioneer Museum
Wednesday-Sunday, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Connaught Road
Learn about local history at this attraction, which offers free admission. Every Saturday there are free hot dogs served up for visitors from noon to 3 p.m.
Gemstone or not? A scientific investigation
Runs until Oct. 12
Timmins Museum: NEC, 325 Second Ave.
This interactive exhibit looks at the fascinating world of gemstones. Discover hints and tricks to discover the difference between real and fake gemstones
To be considered for future weekend events, email all the details to [email protected] or add the event to our Community Events listing.
