The Blind River Main Street Merchants host the Fall Festival & Sidewalk Sale on Saturday, October 13/18.  Various businesses/activities from 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. including music, artisans, pumpkin carving demonstrations, Octoberfest Special, fish fry & BBQ,  Youth and Adult Pumpkin Carving Contests, etc.   Instore Specials; Refreshments; Customer Appreciation Draws – times will vary by merchant.  For more info contact festivals@blindriver.ca or 705-356-2251 ext 222.  The Curling Club & Rotary Club host Octoberfest/Barbecue from 4:00 – 11:00 p.m.  One-on-One Curling Challenge, Music Jam Session, Cash Bar.  Contact Cathy at 705-356-1028 for more info.