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After a long northern winter, one of the surest signs of summer is the return of market season.

On Tuesday afternoon, Civic Park will once again fill with local growers, bakers, makers, and food producers as the Kirkland Lake Food & Artisan Market opens its 2026 season.

Visitors can browse everything from fresh produce and homemade treats to handcrafted décor, candles, woodworking, bath products, and locally made gifts. The market also features a mini farmers theme this week: "Ready, Set, Plant, Grow."

For many residents, the market is about more than shopping. It's a chance to reconnect with neighbours, discover new local businesses, and see what local creators have been working on over the winter months.

The market runs from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Civic Park and features a mix of returning favourites and first-time vendors.

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Every July, thousands gather at New York's famous Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest on Coney Island to watch competitors consume an almost unbelievable number of hot dogs.

On June 20, Riverside Farmers’ Market will be looking for a local champion of its own.

The market is hosting a Father’s Day Hot Dog Eating Contest sponsored by Blue Cherry Market Kitchen, with competitors battling for bragging rights, a prize, and perhaps a place in local hot dog history.

The contest begins at 11:00 a.m. beside the Blue Cherry Market Kitchen tent in front of Riverside Place. Participation is free, and the hot dogs will be supplied by Blue Cherry Market Kitchen.

Organizers are asking contestants to pre-register so they can make sure enough hot dogs are ready for everyone brave enough to take on the challenge.

To register, send a message to the Riverside Farmers’ Market on Facebook or email [email protected].

The only question remaining: does Temiskaming Shores have it’s own Joey Chestnut waiting to be discovered? 🌭🏆

The Temiskaming Shores & Area Chamber of Commerce will host its monthly Breakfast Networking event on Thursday, June 18 at LaDonna House. Community members are invited to drop in between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM for networking and conversation.

The morning will also celebrate the official grand opening and ribbon cutting for LaDonna House, giving attendees a chance to welcome the staff and wish them well on their first day of operations.

The Englehart Lee Pool will officially open for the season on Saturday, June 27 with a free community swim from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

Regular summer swim schedules begin Sunday, June 28. Adult swims run daily from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM, with open swims from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM and again from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Fitness swims are held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

The Municipality of McGarry is once again offering seven raised community garden boxes free of charge for the 2026 growing season. Boxes will be available on a first come, first serve basis.

Residents interested in reserving a garden box can contact the municipal office at 705 634 2145. Participants are responsible for soil top ups, seeds, and planting materials, and boxes must be emptied by November 1. A Few still are available.

The Charlton Royal Canadian Legion Branch 227 is selling tickets for a Grill & Chill Prize Package valued at approximately $2,000, donated by Huff Realty.

The prize includes a Blackstone Griddle, Chilly Moose cooler, and gift cards from Yves Prime Cut Meats, the LCBO, and Independent.

Tickets are $10 each and the draw will take place August 3 at 4:00 PM at the Charlton Legion. Tickets are available at the Legion, Huff Realty, MacEwen-Kingstons Service Centre, GarLins Gift Gallery, and from Legion members.

The New Liskeard Lions Club is selling tickets for its Butchers Raffle, with all net proceeds going to Northern Hospice Care. Tickets are $10 each, with the draw taking place September 19 at 12:00 PM during the New Liskeard Fall Fair.

Tickets will be available throughout the summer at the following locations and events:

• Sharma's Independent Grocer — June 4 and June 18, 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• Food Basics — July 9 and July 23, 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• Daily Bread, Temagami — June 20, 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• Biker Reunion — July 3rd and 4th, 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• Ram Rodeo — August 15 and 16, 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• New Liskeard Lions Club members

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