Welcome to the archive of Team Fergmeijer's Kagawong news column in The Manitoulin West Recorder and The Manitoulin Expositor.

Wednesday, February 19, 2025

February 19, 2025

Long-time readers will remember that Team Fergmeijer loves to cook (as evidenced by our hit series of unpublished cookbooks). Hearing about our enthusiasm for all things edible, a group has reached out to us to take part in a chili cook off. The teams have to be anonymous for judging purposes, so we have to come up with a team name. We could use any feedback from you, lovely readers, on our options: Chili Con Carnage; The Spice Cadets; Red Hot Chili Preppers; The Scoville Scalawags; The Capsaicin Crew; Inferno Incognito. 

The problem with our Short Poems for a Short Month challenge is that it wraps up so quickly! Just one more week to email us your submissions. Since this week’s column appears to be chili related, here is one contribution: 


There once was a cook from Kagawong,

Whose chili was fiery and strong.

With peppers so hot,

One bite, you’d see spots—

And be sweating the whole day long.


In related news…St. John’s Anglican church is holding a chili luncheon on Saturday, March 8th (11-2pm). Now, these nice folks won’t get jalapeno business if you don’t stop by, but would you really want to miss out on some delicious homemade chili dinner that includes biscuits and refreshments for just $14? Desserts are available, also and it can all be eaten at the church or take it home with you. 


Today! Big news! Billings Township will be offering senior active living programming for 2025. All seniors are invited to drop by the Park Centre today at 1pm to kick off the new program and help develop the schedule of activities for the year.


And for the younger crowd, applications are now being accepted for summer student positions with the township! Students (age 15+ upon commencement of employment) are welcome to apply for Marina Assistant (2 positions), Public Works Assistant (2 positions), Museum Assistant, and Library Assistant. Applications (cover letter and resumé) are due by email to tmills@billingstwp.ca by noon on Friday, March 7. 


Happy birthday wishes go out to Suedy H and Ruth F this week as they celebrate another successful 29th trip around the sun. Wishing you both a day full of fun, laughter, and cake. Lots and lots of cake… because at your age, it’s important to keep the energy levels up!


This year is the 100th anniversary of the Old Mill in Kagawong and the museum board is planning a variety of ceremonial events and is looking for additional historical information. If you know of anyone who could help or who worked at the mill/hydro plant, the museum board would be grateful for any information (oldmillheritage@billingstwp.ca)


Mamma Mia! at MSS is a hit! And you still have one weekend left to catch the show! This Broadway favourite will have you dancing, jiving, and having the time of your life, singing along to the songs of ABBA. Friday Feb. 21st (7pm), Saturday Feb. 22nd (2pm matinée). Tickets are $20 at the door or online at bit.ly/MammaMiaMSS 


Deepen your connection with your body with the free Inclusive Mindful Movement classes at the Park Centre Mondays, now through March 3rd (8-9pm). Come out for a gentle, joyful movement practice focused on helping you find more ease in your movement and alignment. No dance experience necessary. Space is limited. Pre-registration is encouraged. www.bodystoriesdance.com (647-213-1497). 


A good-bye haiku

Doesn’t have to be drawn out,

Lengthy, laggard, dawd…


Have a great week!

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