by Barbara Lustgarten-Evoy and Ryan Joyce
Welcome to the Elora Fergus Podcast! Want to feel more connected to the place you call home? This is our essential source for on-demand community information in Fergus, Elora, and the surrounding areas. Each short episode is packed with local stories, things to do, behind-the-scenes insights, and need-to-know news. We're here to keep you connected to the people and events that make our towns special, from the biggest festivals to the hidden gems only a local would know.
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May 12, 2026
<p data-path-to-node="6">Summer in Elora and Fergus is about more than just the Gorge—it's about the hidden treasures right under our feet (and sometimes in the mud!).</p> <p data-path-to-node="7">In this special roundtable episode, hosts <strong data-path-to-node="7" data-index-in-node="42">Barbara Evoy</strong> and <strong data-path-to-node="7" data-index-in-node= "59">Ryan Joyce</strong> are joined by <strong data-path-to-node= "7" data-index-in-node="84">Gracie Klutz</strong> and <strong data-path-to-node="7" data-index-in-node="101">Peter Mohr</strong> for a deep dive into making the most of the sunniest months in Centre Wellington. Whether you're looking to keep the kids engaged without the "school" label or seeking a quiet morning by the river, this episode is packed with low-cost, high-joy local inspiration.</p> <p data-path-to-node="8"><strong data-path-to-node="8" data-index-in-node="0">In this episode, we explore:</strong></p> <ul data-path-to-node="9"> <li> <p data-path-to-node="9,0,0"><strong data-path-to-node="9,0,0" data-index-in-node="0">Summer "Un-Schooling":</strong> How to foster curiosity and entrepreneurship through nature and local community programs.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="9,1,0"><strong data-path-to-node="9,1,0" data-index-in-node="0">The Art of the Hunt:</strong> From photography "colour hunts" to the fascinating world of <strong data-path-to-node="9,1,0" data-index-in-node= "80">Mudlarking</strong> along our historic riverbanks.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="9,2,0"><strong data-path-to-node="9,2,0" data-index-in-node="0">Local Landmarks:</strong> Why the Pierpoint trail and the "new roller coaster" on Highway 6 are on our radar.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="9,3,0"><strong data-path-to-node="9,3,0" data-index-in-node="0">The Pool Dilemma:</strong> Peter Mohr shares the cold, hard (56°F!) truth about pool maintenance in Canada.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="9,4,0"><strong data-path-to-node="9,4,0" data-index-in-node="0">Creative Vision:</strong> What kind of public art would the team create if there were no limits? (Think giant glass, tiny watercolours, and termite-proof pipers).</p> </li> </ul> <p data-path-to-node="10"><strong data-path-to-node="10" data-index-in-node="0">Listen in for a reminder that the best summer memories don't have to cost a cent—they just require a little bit of curiosity.</strong></p>
March 17, 2026
<p>As British Columbia officially pulls the plug on the twice-yearly clock change, we're asking: why is Ontario still stuck in the past?</p> <p>This week, Ryan joins us from Aruba (where they've already figured it out) to debate why we're still "springing forward" and "falling back" in Centre Wellington. We dig into the health impacts, the historical "farming" myths, and why your sleep schedule is still at the mercy of New York and Quebec.</p> <p>Plus, we talk tropical travel, the ultimate HBO binge-watch list, and a quick update on the future look of the show.</p>
March 2, 2026
<p><span class="citation-70">With a record-breaking amount of snow in Ontario, Centre Wellington is officially a winter wonderland—whether we like it or not</span><span class= "citation-70 citation-end-70"><sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="10"><!----></sup><sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="10"><!----></sup><sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="10"><!----></sup> <sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="10"> <!----></sup></span><span data-path-to-node="11,4">!</span> <span data-path-to-node="11,6"><span class="citation-69">This week,</span> <strong data-path-to-node="11,6" data-index-in-node= "11"><span class="citation-69">Ryan Joyce</span></strong> <span class="citation-69">and</span> <strong data-path-to-node= "11,6" data-index-in-node="26"><span class="citation-69">Barbara Lustgarten-Evoy</span></strong> <span class="citation-69">talk about keeping sane during the deep freeze and look ahead to an action-packed March</span></span><span 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data-path-to-node="13,0,1"><!----><span data-path-to-node= "13,1,1,0"><strong data-path-to-node="13,1,1,0" data-index-in-node= "0"><span class="citation-67">Winter Binge-Watching:</span></strong> <span class="citation-67">How we're staying warm indoors, from Barb's movie picks (</span><span class="citation-67">Steele</span><span class= "citation-67">,</span> <span class="citation-67">The Trap</span><span class="citation-67">, and</span> <span class="citation-67">The Rip</span><span class= "citation-67">) to Ryan's deep dive into</span> <span class="citation-67">The Gilded Age</span> <span class="citation-67">and</span> <span class="citation-67">Game of Thrones</span></span><span class= "citation-67 citation-end-67"><sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="13"><!----></sup><sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="13"><!----></sup><sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="13"><!----></sup><sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="13"><!----></sup><sup 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data-turn-source-index="14"><!----></sup> <sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="14"> <!----></sup></span><span data-path-to-node="13,2,1,2">.</span></p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="13,0,1"><!----><span data-path-to-node= "13,3,1,0"><strong data-path-to-node="13,3,1,0" data-index-in-node= "0"><span class="citation-65">Community Leadership:</span></strong> <span class="citation-65">Meet the new board presidents for the</span> <strong data-path-to-node="13,3,1,0" data-index-in-node= "60"><span class="citation-65">Fergus Scottish Festival</span></strong> <span class="citation-65">(Christine Denbeck) and the</span> <strong data-path-to-node="13,3,1,0" data-index-in-node="113"><span class="citation-65">Fergus Agricultural Society</span></strong> <span class= "citation-65">(Denise Cancadan)</span></span><span class= "citation-65 citation-end-65"><sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="15"><!----></sup><sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="15"><!----></sup><sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="15"><!----></sup> <sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="15"> <!----></sup></span><span data-path-to-node="13,3,1,2">.</span></p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="13,0,1"><!----><span data-path-to-node= "13,4,1,0"><strong data-path-to-node="13,4,1,0" data-index-in-node= "0"><span class="citation-64">March Break for the Kids:</span></strong> <span class="citation-64">*</span> <strong data-path-to-node="13,4,1,0" data-index-in-node= "28"><span class="citation-64">Fergus Grand Theatre:</span></strong> <span class="citation-64">A specialized theater program for ages 10+</span></span> <span class= "citation-64 citation-end-64"><sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="16"> <!----></sup></span><span data-path-to-node="13,4,1,2">.</span></p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="13,0,1"><!----><span data-path-to-node= "13,4,2,0,1,0"><strong data-path-to-node="13,4,2,0,1,0" data-index-in-node="0"><span class="citation-63">Elora Centre for the Arts:</span></strong> <span class="citation-63">The "Wild Canada" March Break Camp (hurry, only 14 tickets left!)</span></span> <span class= "citation-63 citation-end-63"><sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="17"> <!----></sup></span><span data-path-to-node= "13,4,2,0,1,2">.</span></p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="13,0,1"><!----><span data-path-to-node= "13,4,2,1,1,0"><strong data-path-to-node="13,4,2,1,1,0" data-index-in-node="0"><span class="citation-62">Wellington County Museum:</span></strong> <span class="citation-62">The "Nature Detectives" daily drop-in programs</span></span> <span class= "citation-62 citation-end-62"><sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="18"> <!----></sup></span><span data-path-to-node= "13,4,2,1,1,2">.</span></p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="13,0,1"><!----><span data-path-to-node= "13,5,1,0"><strong data-path-to-node="13,5,1,0" data-index-in-node= "0"><span 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Welcome to the Elora Fergus Podcast!
Want to feel more connected to the place you call home? This is our essential source for on-demand community information in Fergus, Elora, and the surrounding areas.
Each short episode is packed with local stories, things to do, behind-the-scenes insights, and need-to-know news. We're here to keep you connected to the people and events that make our towns special, from the biggest festivals to the hidden gems only a local would know.
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