A friend of Team Fergmeijer (aka a FOTF) let us know that they had just started dating a firefighter. She was very excited to tell us about her new flame. She said that although he was a bit of a hot-head, there were definitely sparks flying between them right off the bat. We didn’t want to put her in the hotseat, but we were very curious about this new man. We had a lot of questions, like what bugs him most in the summertime (fireflies), if he had ever been interviewed on tv (we wondered if he was flamous), and if he enjoyed his job (he got very fired up at this one; turns out he has a burning passion for firefighting). Boy, are we on fire with these flaming hot puns! We thought they would be a surefire way to light up your day.
We would like to wish a very Happy 29th birthday to Mike Z, Amy H, Diane L, Amanda G, and Susan S. Can you believe we used to think people our age were adults and had their life in order?
The Billings Township Library would like to thank everyone who came out to the beach movie last weekend. You were a fun and enthusiastic crowd! If anyone has suggestions for next year’s beach movie, email billingsreads@gmail.com.
The library is wrapping up its summer hours this week. Thursday August 31st is the last day of summer hours. On Saturday, September 2nd regular hours begin again (Tues-Thurs 4-7pm; Sat 10am-1pm). Many thanks to summer librarian Emily who kept the place running like clockwork. Local bibliophile Jamie Ward was overheard saying, “I really appreciate that Emily runs things by the book, yo!”
Manitoulin Secondary School is hosting a Grade 9 BBQ on Wednesday, August 30th. Incoming Grade 9 students can attend to pick up their timetables, get tours of the school, get their lockers set up, and meet some of their teachers. The event is free. Contact the school for more information. First day of classes - for both elementary and secondary schools - will be Wednesday, September 6.
Island daredevil Hailey F attended Camp Molly in Azilda last week. The four-day camp gives young women in grades 11 and 12 an inside look at a career in fire and emergency services. They took part in a series of activities based on Firefighter Level 1 training, such as Fire Investigation and Fire Dynamics, Medical Scenarios, Auto Extrication, Firefighter Survival and Forcible Entry, and more. Hailey kicked butt and took names - she and her teammates beat the volunteer firefighter organizer team by a whole half-second in the challenge obstacle course on the last day.
If you are a LEGO fan, you may be familiar with Andrew T and his summer business - Island reBrick - that he ran at the Kagawong market this year. Andrew launched his business as part of the Summer Company 2023 program, which provides training, experience and networking for young entrepreneurs. Last week, Andrew was honoured, along with seven other local youth, with a certificate of achievement from the Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade. Congratulations!
Speaking of the market, the last Kagawong Market of the 2023 season will be September 6th (from 10am-3pm), so it’s not too late to peruse the many vendors showcasing amazing, creative, delicious, and practical things, all at the covered rink beside the Park Centre.
The Township is requesting proposals for a five-year comprehensive strategic plan, as well as a corporate website. Interested? For more information on the request for proposals, check out the township website at billingstwp.ca, or contact Emily Dance, CAO/Clerk at edance@billingstwp.ca.
Body Stories Dance Instruction is offering dance classes at the Park Centre in Kagawong this fall, for ages five through adult. Check out their fall schedule for more information, or to register: https://www.bodystoriesdance.com/schedule#schedule
4elements Living Arts has announced the return of the annual Elemental Festival, September 23rd and 24th this year. The festival celebrates the beauty, bounty and history of Mnidoo Mnising. There will be singing, dancing, artistic workshops, and a new dinner & performance event with chefs and performers collaborating to highlight the delicious bounty grown here on Manitoulin. Visit the festival Facebook page for more information.
We’re not entirely sure who invented fire, but they were probably a really bright spark. Have a great week!
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