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Here's what's on this weekend

There are Orange Shirt Day events, a party at the Croatian Hall and more
2020-10-2 Croatian Hall DB
The Cheers to 90 Years - After Party is at the Croatian Hall in Schumacher tonight.

Orange Shirt Day
Friday, Sept. 30, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Timmins Native Friendship Centre, 179 Kirby Ave.

All community members are invited take part in the local awareness walk and activities being held in honour of Indian Residential School survivors and the children who never made it home. For more information, contact Chantal Sirois or Meagan McLister at 705-268-6262.

Cheers to 90 Years - After Party
Friday, Sept. 30, 7 p.m. - midnight 
Croatian Hall, Schumacher

Dress up, eat, drink, listen to live music and celebrate the 90th anniversary of the Croatian Hall. Tickets are $20 and available here.


Spooktacular Halloween Market
Saturday, Oct. 1, 9 a.m. - noon 
537 Pavilion Dr.

The Mountjoy Farmers' Market is hosting its second annual Halloween event. Wear a costume and trick or treat at the vendors.

Fall Fest
Saturday, Oct. 1, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Third Avenue, Downtown Timmins 

Enjoy food, live music, free activities and more. BeaverTails will be set up for the event. The entertainment includes Eric Girard at 2 p.m., Steffy Rivard at 3 p.m., Lawrence Martin and Vern Cheechoo at 4 p.m., One Hitters at 4:45 p.m., Tequila Toe Jam at 6 p.m., and Dopamine at 7:45 p.m.

Rick Dubeau Meet and Greet
Saturday, Oct. 1, 1-3 p.m.
Lady Luck Restaurant, 33 Balsam St. S.

Stop by and learn more about Ward 5 candidate Rick Dubeau.

A Day in the Life Recruitment Event
Saturday, Oct. 1, 1-4 p.m. 
Northern College, Room H116

The South Porcupine OPP is hosting a recruitment event.It will showcase the career opportunities available with the provincial policing organization. Learn more about the recruitment day here.

Memorial Service for Queen Elizabeth II
Sunday, Oct. 2, 7 p.m.
St. Matthews Cathedral, 331 Fifth Ave. 

The Diocese of Moosonee is hosting the service that will take place in the form of evening prayer. There will be no eulogies or special tributes from dignitaries. Rather it is intended as a simple service of thanksgiving with readings and music related to the expression of the late Queen’s Christian faith in worship and a life of service. All are warmly welcomed to participate and to share in conversation and light refreshment thereafter. Guests may attend in person or on Zoom. To request the link, email [email protected].

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

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.

Griefshare 
Runs Saturdays until Dec. 3, 6-8 p.m.
Bible Fellowship Assembly and Zoom

People grieving the loss of a loved one can start at any time during the 13 weeks. Contact Ted Bendell at 705-360-0697 or email [email protected]. This is a free service provided by the church. If it is of value to you, donations are welcomed towards Bible Fellowship Assembly.

To be considered for future weekend events, email all the details to [email protected] or add the event to our Community Events listing.