park benchWhile many stores are closed Monday, there will be plenty to do at Hollinger Park during the afternoon.

The Timmins and District Labour Council is hosting activities from 12:30pm until around 4:00pm.

VP of the Labour Council Ben Lefebvre says it’s a celebration of sorts.  He says not too many people know the meaning behind the holiday, other than it’s significance in the calendar when it comes to the start of the new school year.

He says there will be face painting, free mini-putt for the family and a BBQ.  The entire park is rented out for the community, and Lefebvre urges everyone to come out and enjoy the day.