June 24, 2026

One half of Team Fergmeijer suffered a bit of an unfortunate accident over the weekend. She was taking a group photo for a family visiting the village when a giant wheel of cheddar fell from the sky, crushing her leg. It’s especially tragic as the family being photographed tried to warn her. 

Sadly, but necessarily, the Bridal Veil Falls and the Kagawong River Trail remain closed to the public due extensive washout damage from the floods this spring. Repairs are currently being undertaken; updates from the township will be provided as more information becomes available.

It’s finally here! The first Kagawong market of the summer is today! Stop by between 10am and 3pm at the Kagawong River Complex / Park Centre parking lot. We can’t wait to see you there! 

A fixture in Kagawong over the past few years, Team Aelick will be taking a break from their Stroll/Move for Liver fundraising walk through the village this summer. Instead, they will be hosting a yard sale on June 27th, at 30 Maple Drive in Kagawong with proceeds going to Liver Canada, supporting public understanding and awareness of liver diseases, and providing support to those affected. Visit liver.ca to find out more!

Get your eco-art on with Manitoulin’s own Sophie Edwards July 9, 16, 23, 30 The acclaimed environmental artist will help participants explore a range of materials, ecological voices,and nature observations in a series of sessions designed for children and adults. Different activities each week! Pre-registration via Sophie’s website is encouraged (www.sophieanneedwards.ca).  

Want to know if there is currently a ban on fires/burning in the township? Since we have to submit this column a week before the paper gets delivered to your mailbox, we are not a reliable source of information for that question. Best to check with the township office, or on the township Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/billingstownshipkagawong

The library is pleased to welcome back Dana as the summer librarian this year. They will be starting their summer hours starting the Saturday after Canada Day (July 4th). Dana will be holding things together at the library while the library board tackles the various fundraisers and activities running throughout the summer. There’s the annual used book sale on Saturday, July 25th (11-3pm at the red-roofed pavilion), beach movie night on Saturday August 8th (showing Labryrinth!), and of course their busy table at the market each week. 

Happy 29th birthday to occasional Kagawongian, Abbie N who is celebrating her big day this week. They say wisdom comes with age, and we know that’s true from our own family. Our favourite great-aunt has enough wisdom to fill a library. She has the soul of a poet, the memory of an elephant, and advice for just about every situation. She also has the heart of a lion and a lifetime ban from the zoo, which raises a few questions. 

The starting lineup has been announced! Don’t miss former MCTV Sports Director John Walton, Keeper-of-the-Cup (yes, that’s THE cup!) Phil Pritchard, and former NHL veteran Rod Schutt live and in-person at “History Day in Kagawong” on August 13th at the Park Centre. Also joining the celebrations that day will be the Conn Smythe, Norris, and Canada Cup trophies, courtesy of the Hockey Hall of Fame! Tickets on sale now at the Old Mill Heritage Centre in Kagawong.

We’ve been getting into romantasy novels lately and it has raised some important questions. For example, do wizards with ADHD have trouble with hocus focus? Would they be prescribed Abracadadderall? Have a great week!