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For an Englehart family finding it hard to cover holiday essentials, a Christmas hamper can provide groceries, hygiene items and a gift for children.

The Rotary Club of Englehart has opened applications for its Christmas Hamper Program, with a deadline of Monday, November 16.

The program is intended for local individuals and families facing financial challenges during the holiday season. Hampers include groceries, personal care items and a gift for children ages 18 and younger.

Residents can apply for themselves or submit an application on someone else's behalf at forms.gle/JSxxqvyp2dMtM7VCA.

Paper applications are also available at Englehart Town Hall. Applications must be submitted by November 16.

For families who have lost loved ones on Highway 11, the grief never fully goes away. But what if our roads could be designed so that a simple mistake doesn't cost someone their life?

That's the question behind a new 10-minute video telling the story of Going the Extra Mile for Safety (GEMS), a subcommittee of the Temiskaming Shores & Area Chamber of Commerce.

The video shares the stories of families who have lost loved ones in highway crashes and the local effort to make Northern Ontario roads safer.

That effort has helped secure commitments for two 15-kilometre pilot projects on Highway 11 using a road design known as 2+1.

The idea comes from Sweden, where a road safety philosophy called Vision Zero is built around a simple belief: nobody should have to die on the roads.

Rather than expecting drivers to never make mistakes, Sweden began designing roads that could help prevent those mistakes from becoming fatal.

The 2+1 design uses alternating passing lanes with a crash-rated centre barrier separating opposing traffic. Drivers get regular opportunities to pass slower vehicles without crossing into oncoming traffic.

GEMS members travelled to Sweden to learn about the design and how it has been used to reduce serious highway crashes.

According to GEMS, 2+1 highways can offer major safety improvements at a lower cost than traditional four-lane divided highways. They can also follow existing routes without bypassing communities that depend on highway traffic.

Through its GEMS subcommittee, the Temiskaming Shores & Area Chamber of Commerce has helped bring a local concern to the attention of provincial decision-makers.

For the families featured in the video, the goal goes beyond two pilot projects. It's about a future where losing someone on the highway is no longer accepted as an unavoidable part of driving.

Watch the 10-minute documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hS0Rkj_UKO8

Does your child or grandchild love making people laugh? Maybe they're always coming up with funny stories or have a knack for making others smile.

École secondaire catholique Sainte-Marie is offering a free workshop on Wednesday, November 4 for students in Grades 7 to 12 who want to try their hand at comedy.

Running from noon to 2:55 p.m., the workshop will teach students how to write humour and create their own stand-up comedy routine.

There's also an opportunity for participants to represent their school in a provincial comedy competition, with prizes and scholarships up for grabs.

Only 20 spaces are available.

Parents and grandparents who know a young person with a funny side might want to encourage them to give it a try.

Interested students can register by visiting Mrs. Roberge at the school office or contacting her by email.

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The Grandpals Program is looking for volunteers aged 55 and up to connect with elementary students through conversation, storytelling and shared learning. Volunteers visit classrooms weekly for 8 to 10 sessions, and orientation and support are provided. No teaching experience is needed. Contact Alex Leveille at 705-647-5709 or [email protected].

The 2027 Hilliardton Marsh wall calendars are now available at retailers across the area. Pick one up in Elk Lake at J&S Variety; in New Liskeard at Clean Scene, Findlay's Drug Store, Gilli's Truck Stop and Chat Noir Books; in Cobalt at The Lavender Fox and White Mountain Publications; in Englehart at Williams & Scott Hardware and Marshall's Pharmasave; in Earlton at Earlton Timber Mart; in Thornloe at Northern Feed & Supplies; and in Haileybury at Smallman IDA Pharmacy.

Timiskaming Home Support is looking for volunteers to deliver Meals on Wheels in the community. Anyone who can spare time to help neighbours get a hot meal can call 1-877-318-9678 to sign up.

The Rotary Club of Temiskaming Shores and Area runs Sunday night bingo every Sunday evening from September to March, 7:00 to 8:00 PM on Eastlink 10 and Facebook Live. The club distributes over $35,000 across the local community for people and projects in need. The club welcomes new volunteers and members.

The Classic Theatre Cobalt has cancelled its upcoming production of Canada's Hundred Days, which was scheduled for Saturday, November 7 at 7:30 PM. The theatre cites unforeseen circumstances and thanks patrons for their understanding. For more information, contact the box office at (705) 679-8080 or [email protected].

The Town of Englehart is looking for residents to serve on its Special Events Committee for the 2026-2030 term. The committee promotes active lifestyles and community involvement, helps develop local events and supports fundraising. Applications are available on the town website and at Community Hall and Town Hall, or by email at [email protected]. Apply by Monday, November 23, 2026.

Village Noël Temiskaming is running a 50/50 raffle during its November 19 to 21 event. Buy and fill out tickets at the information kiosk near the entrance for a chance to win thousands of dollars. Advance tickets are available by emailing [email protected].

The Temiskaming Shores Public Library has posted its November calendar. Regular offerings include a weekend book sale and La Leche League Tuesday mornings. Light-therapy lamp loans begin November 9, Service Canada visits November 19, and a Christmas Craft and Story event runs November 28. The library is closed November 11 for Remembrance Day. Full calendar at temisklibrary.com.

Elk Lake Public School is accepting donations of new items for its annual Facebook auction fundraiser. If you have something new to give, the school would love to hear from you. Bidding opens at 8 AM on December 2 and closes at 8 PM on December 3 on Facebook.

The Temiskaming Shores Public Library wants to hear from French-language readers. From November 1 to 30, patrons can fill out a bookmark survey at the library about French book and article purchases.

Each completed bookmark returned enters the participant in a prize draw, and multiple bookmarks may be filled out. The library says the results will help enrich its collection, improve services, and plan for the future.

Timiskaming Home Support is looking for community-minded people to join its Board of Directors. Board members help guide the organization's work supporting seniors living independently with dignity and care. To learn more, call 1-877-318-9678 or email [email protected].

Village Noël Temiskaming needs 4 fire keepers for Friday, November 20, with shifts at 9:00–11:00 AM, 11:00 AM–1:00 PM, 1:00–3:00 PM, and 3:00–5:00 PM. Fire keepers tend the fire and welcome visitors to the warm atmosphere of the village. Without a keeper, there is no fire, so call 705-650-0503 to join the volunteer team.

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👑 Sat Nov 7 · Ms Claybelt Pageant, 6:30 PM, $40
🎄 Thu Nov 5 · Gingerbread Christmas Auction, doors 6 PM, $15
🍝 Fri Nov 6 · Give-Back Dinner, 5-7 PM, $5 (veterans and seniors 60+ free)

🃏 Card Day
📍 Coeur du Village, Earlton · 🕖 Every Tuesday, 1-4 PM
The Golden Age Club hosts a card day every Tuesday afternoon; come play cards with the club.

👨‍👩‍👧 After School Reading Boost
📍 Englehart Public Library · 🕖 Tuesdays, 3:30-4:30 PM · 💲 Free
One-on-one reading help with Sue for kids; call (705) 544-2100 or message the library on Facebook to register.

🎭 Adult Dance Classes at PDDS
📍 Dymond Community Hall, New Liskeard · 🕖 8:20-9:05 PM · 💲 $15 drop-in
Tuesday and Wednesday night adult classes run through November, from ballet to hip hop; drop-ins welcome, questions to [email protected].

🎭 Food for Thought Exhibition
📍 Temiskaming Art Gallery, Haileybury · 🕖 During gallery hours until Nov. 23
Ontario Society of Artists members exhibition with work by Cesar Forero, Melissa LaPorte, Sue Gamble and Gerry Gooderham.

🎄 Christmas Wish Applications
📍 Online at tschristmaswish.ca · 🕖 Applications open now and close Tuesday, Dec. 1
The Christmas Wish program raises money to provide gifts of new clothing and toys to local school-aged children in need.

🃏 Washers Night
📍 Coeur du Village, 18 10e rue, Earlton · 🕖 Wednesdays, 7-9 p.m. · 💲 $6.50 members, $7 non-members
Play washers every Wednesday evening; all skill levels welcome.

🩺 Flu/COVID Clinic
📍 Coeur du Village, Earlton · 🕖 3:00–7:00 PM
Roll up your sleeve at the bilingual flu and COVID clinic, running Thursday afternoon and evening.

🎄 Gingerbread Christmas Auction
📍 Riverside Place · 🕖 Doors open 6:00 PM · 💲 $15 admission, includes snackies
Northdale Manor's fundraiser features a silent and live auction plus an attendance draw with 100 gifts for $20.

🍝 Pickerel Platter
📍 Silver Cafe & Pizza · 🕖 Noon, last seating 6 p.m.
Save the date for a pickerel platter with all the fixings.

🍝 Give-Back Dinner
📍 Royal Canadian Legion Branch 87, Kirkland Lake · 🕖 5:00 - 7:00 PM · 💲 Veterans and seniors 60+ eat free, others $5
Spaghetti, garlic bread, salad and dessert; bring a non-perishable item for the food bank, takeout after 6 PM.

🎭 The Sound of Music
📍 Classic Theatre, Cobalt · 🕖 7 PM · 💲 $10 cash at the door or online
The Classic Theatre in Cobalt presents the movie The Sound of Music.

🃏 Crib Night
📍 Coeur du Village, Earlton · 🕖 7:00 PM · 💲 $20 entry
The Club de l'Âge d'Or hosts a crib tournament open to everyone, with prizes for first, second and third.

🛍️ Vendors Market and Bake Sale
📍 St. Patrick's School, Cobalt · 🕖 10 AM-2 PM
St. Patrick's CWL hosts a vendors market and bake sale in the gym, with lunch served by the Grade 7/8 students; reserve a table at 705-647-2303.

🎭 Intermediate Stained Glass Workshop
📍 Open Studio Libre, Haileybury · 🕖 10 AM-3 PM · 💲 $425 non-members, $340 TAG members, materials included
Make a 15 by 21 inch floral stained glass panel with Carmen Cantin over two weekends; previous experience required.

🃏 Euchre Tournament
📍 Haileybury Legion Branch 54, Haileybury · 🕖 1:00 PM · 💲 $5 entry
Eight games of euchre, pick your own partner; register by calling Betty at (705) 647-6684.

🤝 Awards & Appreciation Night
📍 Good Shepherd Church, Englehart · 🕖 Doors 4:00 PM, dinner 6:00 PM
The Englehart & District Agricultural Society's annual pot luck dinner and silent auction; bring a dish or an auction item and RSVP to Dawn at 705-570-1831.

🏆 TPHC Year End Banquet
📍 Riverside Place, Temiskaming Shores · 🕖 Cocktails 5 PM, dinner 6 PM · 💲 $25 adults, $10 kids under 10
Awards, silent auction, DJ and dancing; tickets from any director or Fairstone in New Liskeard.

🍝 Spaghetti Dinner & Silent Auction
📍 Englehart Arena · 🕖 5 to 7 PM · 💲 $15 adults 13 and over, $10 children 3 to 12, free under 3
Spaghetti with veggie or meat sauce, bun, Caesar salad, dessert and drinks; silent auction support at [email protected].

🤝 Ms Claybelt Pageant
📍 Dymond Community Hall, New Liskeard · 🕖 6:30 PM · 💲 $40
Crown the next Ms Claybelt, with all proceeds to the Haileybury Food Bank; contact Jodi at 705-647-6307 or [email protected].

🏆 Adult Learn To Curl Train The Trainer Workshop
📍 Horne Granite Curling Club, New Liskeard · 🕖 Time not given
A one-day Curling Ontario workshop for club officials and potential instructors on attracting and keeping new curlers.

🥞 Lions d'Earlton Brunch
📍 Coeur du Village, 18 10e rue East, Earlton · 🕖 9 a.m.-1 p.m. · 💲 $15 for Lions
The Earlton Lions serve Sunday brunch at Coeur du Village.

🙏 Indigenous Remembrance Day Service
📍 Royal Canadian Legion Branch 87, Kirkland Lake · 🕖 11:00 AM
Remembrance service honouring Indigenous veterans, with soup and sandwiches to follow in the branch.

🃏 Team Cribbage Tournament
📍 Motel Coutu, Notre-Dame-du-Nord · 🕖 1:30 PM · 💲 $40 per team
All funds returned as prizes; bar opens at 1:00 PM, kitchen at 4:00 PM. Call 819-723-2131 to register.

🎭 125, rue des Malaises
📍 Empire Cinema Twins, New Liskeard · 🕖 7 PM
ACFO-Témiskaming presents this French comedy film; tickets at the ACFO-Témiskaming office in New Liskeard or online. More info

👨‍👩‍👧 Family Program
📍 Armstrong Township Public Library, 35 10th Street, Earlton · 🕖 9 AM-12 PM
Crafts, story time, music and sensory fun for families with children ages 0-6, also on Wednesday, Nov. 25; register with the QR code on the library's poster.

🤝 Seniors Gardening Program Starts
📍 Location to be announced, Temagami · 🕖 1:00 PM
The Municipality of Temagami's Seniors Growing Closer gardening program now begins Thursday, Nov. 12, with sessions through March 2027; everyone welcome, with free senior transport from the townsite.

🤝 Skating Club Photoshoot Fundraiser
📍 Shelley Herbert-Shea Memorial Arena, Haileybury · 🕖 4:30-6:30 PM · 💲 $20 session fee
Photo sessions with Justina Phippen Photography, with proceeds supporting the Temiskaming Shores Skating Club.

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