Coffee’s On ☕
2026-01-21 09:30 - 11:30, 2026-01-28 09:30 - 11:30, 2026-02-04 09:30 - 11:30, 2026-02-11 09:30 - 11:30, 2026-02-18 09:30 - 11:30 (America/Toronto) | Calvary Gospel Church, 55 Queen Street, Blind River, Ontario, P0R 1B0, Canada
Looking for a welcoming place to spend your Wednesday morning? Coffee’s On is happening every week at Calvary Gospel Church in Blind River, and everyone is invited!
📅 When: Every Wednesday🕤 Time: 9:30 – 11:30 am📍 Where: Calvary Gospel Church, 55 Queen Street, Blind River
Come out and enjoy a delicious cup of coffee, light refreshments, and great conversation. Whether you’re meeting up with friends, making new connections, or simply enjoying a relaxed midweek outing, Coffee’s On is the perfect spot.
It’s a casual and friendly environment open to all — a chance to slow down, share a smile, and be part of the community.
☕ Come for the coffee, stay for the company! 💛

Blind River Army Cadets
2026-01-21 18:30 - 21:00, 2026-01-28 18:30 - 21:00, 2026-02-04 18:30 - 21:00, 2026-02-11 18:30 - 21:00 | Blind River Legion Hall, 27 Hawkins Street, Blind River, ON, P0R 1B0, Canada
Are you 12–18 years old and looking for adventure, leadership skills, and lifelong friends? The 2407 Blind River Army Cadets are welcoming new members! Enjoy camping trips, survival training, marksmanship, citizenship projects, and team-building challenges—all completely free.
📅 Meetings: Wednesday evenings, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM📍 Location: Blind River Legion (upstairs hall)
Build confidence, learn valuable skills, and have a blast while giving back to your community.
📞 More info: Call 705-356-2407 or 💬 message them on Facebook: facebook.com/groups/262161590588489📝 Register online here: registration.cadets.gc.ca/get-started

Youth Trivia Night 🧠🎉
2026-01-22 15:30 - 16:30 | The Well, 18 Woodward Ave, Blind River, Ontario, P0R 1B0, Canada
Thursday, January 22, 2026 | 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.📍 The Well – 18 Woodward Avenue, Blind River
Join the Métis Family Wellbeing Program at The Well for a fun and relaxed Youth Trivia Night! Youth are invited to come hang out, team up with friends, and test their knowledge with trivia questions on a variety of topics. No pressure—just laughs, learning, and friendly competition.
✔️ Open to all youth in the Blind River area🎁 Prizes to be won👥 Teams made up of peers🙌 Drop-ins welcome
📩 Please RSVP by January 19, 2026 by contacting Madalynn Soltys, Métis Family Wellbeing Coordinator📞 705-849-3099✉️ MadalynnS@metisnation.org

Thessalon Pickleball 🏓
2026-01-26 18:15 - 21:15, 2026-02-02 18:15 - 21:15, 2026-02-09 18:15 - 21:15, 2026-02-16 18:15 - 21:15 | Thessalon Memorial Arena, 132 Main Street, Thessalon, Ontario, P0R 1L0, Canada
📅 When: Wednesday, 6:15 – 9:15 p.m.📍 Where: Thessalon Public School Gymnasium💲 Cost: Just $2.00 per player, per session🏷️ Membership: A Pickleball Canada membership is required. Sign up for only $10.00 at the Thessalon Town Office.
Come out for some smashing fun and great exercise with friends and neighbors!📞 For more information: Message Thessalon Pickleball on Facebook or call Jan at 705-842-2037.

Storytime Fun - Erik the Viking Sheep Reading 📚🐏
2026-01-27 10:30 - 12:00 | Iron Bridge Public Library, 10 Main Street, Iron Bridge, Ontario, P0R 1H0, Canada
Come out for a fun and cozy morning of reading and imagination as author Elizabeth Creith visits the Iron Bridge Public Library to read her delightful children’s book, Erik the Viking Sheep!
🗓 Tuesday, January 27, 2026⏰ 10:30 a.m.📍 Iron Bridge Public Library
Bring the kids and enjoy a lively storytime, followed by snacks and refreshments for everyone to enjoy. Even better — the first three families to register will receive a free copy of the book! 🎉📖
👉 Pre-registration is required:🌐 www.keyon.ca📞 705-356-4677
This is a wonderful opportunity to meet the author, share a love of reading, and spend a cheerful morning at the library. We can’t wait to see you there! 😊

Northshore Cornhole League 🎯
2026-01-27 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-02-03 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-02-10 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-02-17 19:00 - 20:00 | Blind River Legion Hall, 27 Hawkins Street, Blind River, ON, P0R 1B0, Canada
Looking for something fun to do on Tuesday nights? Check out the Northshore Cornhole League in Blind River!
📅 Every Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025 – May 30, 2026🕖 7:00 p.m.📍 Upper Legion – 27 Hawkins St., Blind River💲 $5.00 Pay-As-You-Play
No equipment needed • Ages 19+ • Open to the public • Everyone can play!
ℹ️ Learn more & register: https://app.iplayacl.com/

Coffee Hour
2026-02-04 09:30 - 11:30 | Church of Redeemer, 257 Main Street, Thessalon, ON, P0R 1L0, Canada
Come out for a warm and welcoming coffee hour at Church of the Redeemer in partnership with Zion United Church!
📅 Date: 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each Month
🕤 Time: 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
📍 Location: Church of Redeemer
Come and enjoy a delightful morning with friends, neighbors, and fellow community members. Whether you’re a regular attendee or a first-time visitor, everyone is welcome to share in good conversation, delicious coffee, and tasty treats.

Iron Bridge Lions Monthly Spaghetti Dinner 🦁🍝
2026-02-04 16:30 - 19:00 | Iron Bridge Lions Hall, 10 Clarissa Street, Iron Bridge, Ontario, P0R 1H0, Canada
Join the Iron Bridge Lions for their monthly Spaghetti Dinner, held the first Wednesday of every month, starting October 1st!
📍 Location: Iron Bridge📆 Recurring: First Wednesday of each month🕓 Doors open at 4:30 PM | 🍽 Dinner served at 5:00 PM💵 $15 per person – cash only🍷 Cash bar available👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family friendly!
Enjoy a full meal featuring:🥗 Salad🍝 Spaghetti & Sauce🍞 Garlic Bread☕ Tea or Coffee🍰 Dessert
Grab your friends and family and make it a monthly outing! Great food, great company, and all for a great cause.

☘️ St. Patrick’s Fundraiser – Live Music & Tea 🎶
2026-02-07 14:00 - 17:00 | Richards Landing Legion, 1534 10th Side Road, Richards Landing, Ontario, Canada
Join the community for a St. Patrick’s themed fundraiser in support of renovations. Enjoy an afternoon of live music 🎵, tea and oatcakes 🍵, and a chance to win a door prize 🎁.
📅 Date: Saturday, March 7
⏰ Time: 2:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Richards Landing Legion, Branch 374
1534 10th Side Road
💚 Admission: $10 donation
👦 Youth 15 and under are free.
Everyone is welcome to attend and support this fundraising initiative.

Crafter’s Hive – Monthly Craft Gathering 🎨🧶
2026-02-10 10:00 - 14:00 | Thessalon Township Community Centre, 4 Little Rapids Road, Thessalon, Ontario, P0R 1L0, Canada
Looking for a relaxed, creative space to craft and connect?Join the Crafter’s Hive for a welcoming monthly craft session where you can bring your own project, share ideas, and enjoy time with fellow crafters.
🗓 When: Every second Tuesday of the month⏰ Time: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.📍 Location: Thessalon Township Community Centre (4 Little Rapids Road)
All skill levels are welcome — whether you knit, crochet, sew, paint, or dabble in a bit of everything. Bring your supplies, grab a seat, and enjoy a creative afternoon.
✨ Come out and craft!

🎿 Olympic Biathlon Watch Party
2026-02-11 08:05 - 10:00, 2026-02-14 08:30 - 10:00, 2026-02-15 08:30 - 10:00, 2026-02-18 08:05 - 10:00 | Thessalon Curling Club, 120 Main Street, Thessalon, Ontario, P0R 1L0, Canada
🎿 Cheer on Shilo Rousseau! 🍁 Olympic Biathlon Watch Parties📍 Thessalon Curling Club📅 Multiple Dates This February
Let’s rally together and support local biathlete Shilo Rousseau as she competes at the 2026 Olympic Winter Games! Join us for LIVE watch parties at the Thessalon Curling Club — it’s a great way to cheer on Shilo and enjoy fun community spirit with your neighbours.
✨ Watch Party Dates & Times(Events begin with live race broadcasts – arrive a bit early to grab a spot!)

Sunday, February 8 – 7:55 a.m. – Mixed 4×6 km Relay (start time may vary)

Wednesday, February 11 – 8:05 a.m. – 15 km Individual

Saturday, February 14 – 8:35 a.m. – 7.5 km Sprint (qualifies for Pursuit)

Sunday, February 15 – 8:35 a.m. – 10 km Pursuit (depends on sprint results)

Wednesday, February 18 – 8:05 a.m. – 4×6 km Relay

Saturday, February 21 – 8:05 a.m. – 12.5 km Mass Start (if qualified)

📣 What to Expect

Live Olympic biathlon coverage on the big screen

Community cheering and support for Shilo

A great way to connect with neighbours and celebrate local athletic achievement

🧣 Wear your Team Canada colours and bring your spirit! 🍁

🎣 RY’S FISHING PALS – Annual Ice Fishing Tournament ❄️
2026-02-14 09:00 - 15:00 | Bright Lake, 779 Sunset Beach Road, Iron Bridge, Ontario, P0R1H0, Canada
Bring the kids out for a fun day on the ice at the RY’s Fishing Pals Annual Ice Fishing Tournament!
📅 Saturday, February 14, 2026📍 Bright Lake Boat Launch📝 Registration: Starts at 8:00 a.m.🎣 Fishing: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.🍔 Food & Awards to follow
👧🧒 Ages: 1–16💲 FREE registration
🏆 Prizes for:

Biggest Fish (1st–10th place)
Biggest Perch (Girl & Boy)
Mystery Fish
Plus prizes for every child!

This family-friendly event is hosted by Rys Fishing Pals and is a great way to enjoy winter outdoors and introduce kids to ice fishing.
📲 Find them on Facebook: Rys Fishing Pals
🎉 Dress warm, bring your fishing gear, and enjoy a great day on the ice!

PIONEER NIGHT 🌾🎻
2026-02-16 19:30 - 21:00 | Thessalon Township Community Centre, 4 Little Rapids Road, Thessalon, Ontario, P0R 1L0, Canada
🎻🌾 PIONEER NIGHT 🌾🎻A Celebration of the Past & Present
Step back in time and enjoy a cozy winter evening filled with music, laughter, and local history!
The Thessalon Township Heritage Association invites you to Pioneer Night on:
📅 Monday, February 16, 2026 (Family Day)⏰ 7:30 p.m.📍 Little Rapids Community Centre(3 km north of Thessalon off Hwy 129)
✨ What’s in store?

🎶 Live music by Station Road

😂 Humour & storytelling

📜 A touch of local history

🍪 And to top it all off… baked beans, biscuits & cookies!

💲 Admission: $10 per person
Bring a friend, bring the family, and enjoy a warm, welcoming night that celebrates where we’ve been — and where we are today.

Pancake Supper 🥞🫓
2026-02-17 17:00 - 19:00 | Iron Bridge United Church, 22147 Hwy 17, Iron Bridge, Ontario, P0R 1H0, Canada
Hosted by Iron Bridge United Church
📍 22147 Hwy 17, Iron Bridge, ON📅 Tuesday, February 17🕔 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.💸 Entry by Donation
Join us for a delicious community dinner of fresh, fluffy pancakes and warm fellowship. All are welcome – come hungry and bring a friend!
Syrup, smiles, and good company await!
For more info, contact the Iron Bridge United Church.
