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Wow, how is this upcoming weekend the last one of July? Crazy! Why doesn’t February fly by like this? Anyway, lots of things happening around town, as usual in Kincardine in summer. Cruise Night is this Friday, just a couple of days away; hopefully the weather co-operates. Of course, the Phantom Piper and the Saturday Night Pipe Band will go on as usual.
Also don’t miss the Summer Sing-a-Long this Sunday at Dunsmoor Park. Tomorrow, Walker House is the venue for Active Living 55+ “Coffee, Cake & Conversation from 10:30 - 12:30. It’s free, so stop by for friendly conversation and yummy treats!
Only a couple of days left for our business sponsor for the July Scavenger Hunt! Get your entries in for a chance to win a free pizza from Patz Pizza in Tiverton! And for those who haven’t heard of the scavenger hunt yet, here’s how it works:
Each issue will have a trivia question. The answer is located somewhere in the issue. Email your answer to [email protected]. All correct entries will get entered into a draw at the end of the month. Each month a local business will donate a prize. You can enter as many times as you wish. You’ll find more details, the trivia question (and the answer) below….keep reading!
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Notices
Courtesy of Lindsay Wright
The Point Clark Lighthouse opens for the season on Friday, June 26! Visit beautiful Point Clark and book a ticket to climb to the top of this National Historic site and explore the Lightkeepers' museum! Open daily from 10:30am - 5pm. Wear closed toe/backed shoes (no flip flops or slides) Ages 4+ only up the tower (but the museum is free for those under 4!) Booking tickets in advance is encouraged: visit secretsofthebackforty.com to book your tickets today!
Notice: Marine Archaeology Survey of SS Erie Belle Wreck Site Planned for Summer 2026. A licensed marine archaeology survey will take place this summer in Lake Huron to document the SS Erie Belle wreck site. Qualified volunteers, including archaeologists, divers, and historians, will document and record remains of the site, including detailed measurements of the Boiler Beach boiler, to help better understand and preserve this part of local history.
Municipality of Kincardine Media Release - July 24th, 2026
Community Safety Zone Approved for Highway 21 Near Kincardine Township-Tiverton Public School. The Municipality of Kincardine is pleased to announce that the Province of Ontario has approved a new Community Safety Zone on Highway 21 near the Kincardine Township-Tiverton Public School (KTTPS). The Community Safety Zone will extend along Highway 21 from approximately 300 metres south of the KTTPS entrance to approximately 300 metres north of the school entrance. It encompasses the primary school access area, including student drop-off and pick-up, school bus operations, and the section of roadway with the highest level of vehicle activity. Read the full media release here
Trivia Question
When is the NEXT Summer Sing-a-Long Happening in Dunsmoor Park?
Email us your answer to be entered in the draw at the end of the month for the monthly prize.
This Month’s Prize: Free Medium Pizza with 2 toppings from PATZ PIZZA, Tiverton
Ice Cream served Thursday - Sunday 4-8
Uncle Perry’s Tiverton - Menu
Hours: 7am-3pm 519 368-4444
Introducing our new owner Brady McDonald and his team working for you at Brady's No Frills Kincardine.
Spotlight on History
The first Old Boys’ and Girls’ Reunion was in 1907 when Rod McLeod of Duluth brought home the first motor car to be seen in the area. (source: Do You Remember? A lighter Side of Kincardine’s History; Wanita Hollands)
EVENTS
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Friday, July 31st 5:30 - 8:30 - Classic cars, special interest vehicles, and motorcycles are all on display Queen Street in Downtown Kincardine!
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Saturdays June 27th to September 5 Lakeside Downtown Kincardine. Visit kincasrdinewelcomes.ca for more info
Every night (except Saturdays) from July 1st - August 31st. For more info visit kincardinewelcomes.ca
Paddy’s Pub Night - Walker House Museum
This year, we're introducing the Wandering Windows exhibit, As you wander downtown Kincardine from September 11 to 13, keep an eye on storefront windows that have been transformed into mini art galleries featuring the work of local artists. Learn more here: www.kincardineartcrawl.ca
Stay tuned in the coming weeks for more info on:
Arts Alive Market: Saturday, Sept. 1, 10am - 4pm Victoria Park, Kincardine
Cruise Night: September 4 5:30 - 8
Gathering of the Bands: Saturday, August 29
Marine Heritage Day: Saturday, August 22 11-3
Want to see even more events? Check out kincardinewelcomes.ca
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