September 16, 2026

It’s no secret that your humble column writers, Team Fergmeijer, harbour a dedicated love and great respect for nature, especially trees. We once had a chance to see giant redwood trees in person and they really are so cool. They just have something incredibly special going on. It’s hard to describe if you haven’t seen them. It’s a certain je ne sequoia. 

We offer our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Steve Radulovich, who passed away recently. Steve was a familiar and much-loved presence in Kagawong, and his loss will be felt not only by those closest to him, but throughout our community and across Manitoulin. 

The last of the popcorn and buttertarts have been eaten, and we’re officially going through Kagawong summer market withdrawal. Thankfully, there will be a special Saturday Kagawong market on October 3rd! Stay tuned for more details.

Upcoming September Seniors Active Living events include an Exit Café with End-of-Life Doula Nicky Brown on Thursday, September 24 from 10:30am until noon (cost of $2) and a free hearing screening  on Wednesday, September 30 from 10am until 11am. A new 8-week strength training class for men and women over 55 starts Tuesday, September 29 from 10am until noon. Cost is $20 per week and class size is limited to 16 participants. All programs are at the Park Centre. Contact Mary at 705 348-2285 for more information!

Want a chance to learn more about the candidates running for mayor and council? Come out to the Meet the Candidates event Wednesday September 30th at the Park Centre. The event starts at 6:30pm. Audience questions will be taken (in an orderly fashion).

The Township of Billings is accepting applications for Election Officials for the upcoming municipal elections. Check out the township website at www.billingstwp.ca for more information or stop by the town office. Applications due by Friday, September 25th. 

Happy birthday to former Kagawongians Kevin M and Ken M who we presume are turning 29, though they live off-Island, so it’s anyone’s guess how they do the whole aging thing. 

Body Stories Dance is getting ready to launch a new season, which includes dance classes for all ages at the Kagawong Park Centre on Mondays. Classes include Creative Movement for ages 3-4, and 4-6; Kids’ Contemporary for ages 6-9, Youth Contemporary for ages 10+, and Teen Jazz for ages 13+. And don’t forget the adults! Once a month on Fridays will be a Mindful Movement Gathering for the more seasoned among us. Be sure to check out www.bodystoriesdance.com for information on all sessions and to register. 

The library is back to their fall hours (Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4pm-7pm and Saturdays from 10am-1pm), but the landfill is maintaining their summer hours until November (Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2pm-6pm, and Saturdays and Sundays 10am-4pm). Meanwhile, the museum is also back to off-season hours, Wednesday through Sunday, 10am until 5pm.

Hot on the heels of this year’s hockey-themed History Day in Kagawong, the Old Mill Heritage Centre has announced that legendary hockey star Bobby Orr will be taking centre ice at History Day in Kagawong 2027! Save the date of Thursday, August 12, 2027 so as to not miss another great event moderated by Kagawong’s own (that’s right, we’re claiming him) Steve Paikin. 

It’s weird that pirates is not pronounced the same way as pilates. Probably because pirates has an argh in it. Have a great week!