What’s Poppin’: January 18 and 19
Saturday:
From 2:30 to 4 p.m. Story Time with Drag Queens (and Kings) followed by Crafting with Queens will be at Mary JL Black Library. The events are free and everyone is welcome. Visit the link for more information.
The Lakehead Thunderwolves basketball teams wrap up a weekend series with the Toronto Metropolitan University Bold at the Thunderdome. The women's game starts at 6 p.m., with the men's matchup getting underway at 8 p.m. This Saturday’s matchup will also be the team’s annual “Think Pink” night in association with the TBRHSF, with funds raised going towards breast cancer research in the region. Fans who attend the game and donate $20 or more a the TBRHSF kisoks will be entered into the draw to win a Porter Airlines voucher. To donate to the cause and support the team’s fundraising efforts visit this link.
The Thunder Bay North Stars welcome the Kam River Fighting Walleye to the Fort William Gardens for a 7:30 p.m. contest.
Sunday:
The Thunder Bay Autosport Club is hosting ice racing on Mission Bay starting at noon.
From 2 to 4 p.m., enjoy an afternoon of recreation, creativity, and fun for all ages as Winter FunDays continues! Experience the thrill of snowshoeing at Chapples Golf Course. Whether you're a beginner or experienced, everyone is welcome. Snowshoes will be available for use while supplies last. Or, unleash your creativity at the Baggage Building Arts Centre in Marina Park with CAHEP’s Poetry Art craft activity. Combine words and art to express yourself by crafting poetry from magazine cutouts and layering it over your own artwork using various media. Winter FunDays runs every Sunday until March 16, offering a new free activity each week. Don’t miss this perfect opportunity to embrace the season and make the most of winter in Thunder Bay.
All Weekend Long:
Port Arthur Minor Hockey Association’s 47 annual Thunder Bay Amateur Minor Hockey Tournament. Robins Restaurant has been the Official Premier Sponsor for over 32 years. There will be over 135 teams in attendance, with over 35 from out of town. Visit the website for more information.
Events listed here are submitted by the community. If you want to see your event listed or you know What's Poppin' on upcoming weekends, let us know by emailing us before 4 p.m. on Friday. Be sure to include as much info as possible!
