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PODCAST

Elora Fergus Podcast

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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16:55

Elora & Fergus BIAs Light Up the Towns

Elora Fergus Podcast ·

2025/11/28

Elora's 'Star-burst' lights & Fergus's Riverwalk are ready! Get all the holiday event dates, from Sip & Shops to the Santa Claus Parade! Hosts Ryan Joyce and Barb Eveleigh sit down with Melinda from the Fergus BIA and Maclean from the Elora BIA to wrap up the spooky season and jump straight into the magic of the holidays in Centre Wellington. Following the success of "Monster Month" in Elora and the "Witch Folk Pantry Market" in Fergus , the focus shifts to shopping, lights, and community cheer! In

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19:26

The Final Curtain: Why Riverfest Is Ending After 15...

Elora Fergus Podcast ·

2025/11/25

What really brought 15 years of Riverfest to an end? In this special episode, Ryan and Barb sit down with Spencer Shewan and Mayor Shawn Watters for an open, behind-the-scenes conversation about the sudden and emotional decision to close the chapter on one of Elora's most beloved events. In this episode, you'll learn: The real economic pressures—from rising costs to shifting public spending—made the festival unsustainable. How post-COVID audience habits have changed, and why mid-sized festivals

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14:42

EXCLUSIVE Preview of the Elora Centre for the Arts...

Elora Fergus Podcast ·

2025/11/11

The stunning Elora Centre for the Arts has a new 3500 sq. ft. addition! Hear the surprising origin story, the 'ghost hunters' that visited, and the exciting grand reveal dates! Join Barbara Lustgarten-Evoy and Ryan Joyce as they chat with Lianne Carter, the Executive Director of the Elora Centre for the Arts, for an exclusive look at the massive progress on their expansion project . Lianne reveals that the project, which has been underway for years, surprisingly started with the simple, yet

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11:31

Inside the Fergus Legion and New Riverside Events...

Elora Fergus Podcast ·

2025/11/04

Beyond the Poppy: Learn the proper protocol, what the Fergus Legion does year-round, and how its new Riverside Events Center serves Centre Wellington! Join hosts Ryan Joyce and Barb Evoy as they sit down with Randy Graham, President of the Fergus Legion Branch 275. With the Poppy Campaign (starting the last Friday in October) and Remembrance Day fast approaching, Randy highlights the Legion's central role in honouring our veterans. Learn the proper protocol for wearing the poppy: it should be worn

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15:31

Beyond the Pumpkins: What's happening in Centre...

Elora Fergus Podcast ·

2025/10/28

The costumes are packed away, but the community spirit is just warming up! This week, we're swapping spooky scares for steaming soup as we wrap up one of Centre Wellington's biggest-ever events and look ahead at a November packed with community connection, giving back, and great films. Join us as we share our personal, behind-the-scenes highlights from Monster Month and give you your essential guide to all the local happenings in Elora and Fergus this month. In this episode, you will discover: Our

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12:25

The Scariest Ride in Centre Wellington! Behind the...

Elora Fergus Podcast ·

2025/10/14

Step right up for the final terrifying ride! We chat with Darryl Magierowski, the mastermind behind Salem Frights, about 11 years of scares, the terrifying new "Hell Ride" attraction, and why this might be their last season! Join Barbara Lustgarten-Evoy and Ryan Joyce as they welcome the creator of the legendary Salem Frights, Darryl Magierowski, to the podcast! Darryl pulls back the curtain on over a decade of dedication to frights and reveals the intense details of this year's haunted

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16:00

Mayor Shawn Watters view of PASSIONATE Elora Town Hall

Elora Fergus Podcast ·

2025/10/07

The October 7th Centre Wellington Town Hall was a deeply passionate affair, highlighting the struggle between a "close-knit" community's concerns and the realities of immense tourism pressure. We go inside the packed Jefferson Elora community hall, where residents gathered to confront polarizing issues like rapid growth and infrastructure strain. Mayor Shawn Watters addressed significant resident frustration and the surge in tourism. The biggest news confirmed at the meeting? Reiterating the paid

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12:45

The Man Behind the Monsters: Tim Murton's Creative...

Elora Fergus Podcast ·

2025/10/07

Join us for a fascinating conversation with Tim Murton, the acclaimed artist and "monster maker" behind Elora's legendary Monster Month. This annual event, which Murton started 28 years ago, has become a beloved tradition in Centre Wellington. In this episode, we sit down with Tim right in the heart of downtown Elora, coffee in hand, to explore his journey from a sought-after scenic designer in the movie industry to the creative force behind our local Halloween spectacle . In Our Chat with Tim

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11:00

October 2025: Your Complete Guide to Events, Monster...

Elora Fergus Podcast ·

2025/09/30

Get ready for the biggest month of the year! This episode is your definitive guide to all the ghoulish fun happening for Monster Month in Elora and Fergus . 🎃 The month is packed with family fun: from the Monster Month kick-off at "The Awakening", Magic Show Matinee and Comedy Hypnosis to the thrilling Salem Frights hell ride, Pumpkin Day, Monster March and more! Don't miss a single scare! Here's a look at the events in October: OCT 3: The Awakening! OCT 4: Magic Festival – Family Magic Show

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17:42

Monster Month: A Celebration of Spooky Fun

Elora Fergus Podcast ·

2025/09/23

Step into the world of spooky fun! Join us as we explore the magic behind Sensational Elora's Monster Month, from its monstrous origins to the community spirit that brings it to life. This episode features an exclusive interview with Barbara Lee from Sensational Elora, the organization behind Monster Month. She explains how this month-long event celebrates all things Halloween and the "dark side with a sense of humour". The episode also includes a rare, exclusive interview with a Monster from

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16:39

Magic, Community, and Giving Back: Your Essential...

Elora Fergus Podcast ·

2025/09/16

Get ready for a jam-packed episode! Elora Fergus Podcast hosts Barbara Lustgarten-Evoy and Ryan Joyce dive into a couple of major events coming to our community this week and next! First, Barbara shares all the details about the inaugural Zehrs All Clubs Day—a unique new event uniting local service groups to combat food insecurity and bring our community closer together. Then, Ryan takes us into the world of illusion as he talks about the fifth annual Ontario Magic Festival, celebrating our area's

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08:27

Forest Transformed: The Enchanta Experience

Elora Fergus Podcast ·

2025/09/09

What if you could walk straight into a fairytale? That’s exactly what Enchanta delivers right here in Centre Wellington—and this episode takes you behind the scenes of this one-of-a-kind experience. Here’s what you’ll discover in this episode: 🌲 How Enchanta transforms the forest behind the Sportsplex into a glowing, multi-sensory fantasy realm. 🧚 The inspiring origin story—born out of lockdown as a way to bring imagination and wonder to life. 🎭 What’s new for 2024: two immersive paths, a

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08:10

Pumpkins, Parades & 188 Years of Tradition: Inside...

Elora Fergus Podcast ·

2025/09/02

Step right up—it’s almost fair time! 🍂🎡 The Fergus Fall Fair is back, celebrating 188 years of agriculture, community, and family fun. In this special episode, Ryan and Barb sit down with Russell Gammon, one of the region’s most passionate voices in agriculture, to uncover why this fair is more than just rides and cotton candy—it’s a living tradition. Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode: 🎃 The fascinating history of the Fergus Fall Fair dating back to 1837. 🐑 What makes this fair

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07:14

Your Guide to September 2025 in Elora & Fergus

Elora Fergus Podcast ·

2025/08/25

Fall is almost here, and there's a ton happening in Elora, Fergus and the surrounding areas! Tune in as we give you a rundown of all the can't-miss events coming to Elora and Fergus in September 2025. From antique cars to steampunk costumes, and goats to family fun, we've got your social calendar covered. We'll also tell you about a few free events you can attend and give a special shout-out to the people and organizations who make these things happen. In this episode: Dates and details for the

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13:23

Tartan Up! Our Recap of the 80th Fergus Scottish...

Elora Fergus Podcast ·

2025/08/25

Were you there for the 80th anniversary of the Fergus Scottish Festival & Highland Games? Join us as we recap our experience at one of the biggest events of the year. We'll take you back to the Friday night Tattoo ceremony, where we celebrated the four pillars: pipes and drums, heavy events, dance, and heritage. We’ll also share highlights from our interviews with Outlander star Charles Vandervaart and former soccer player Steven Caldwell, and reveal what it was like to be at the incredible Bay

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07:04

The Launch of the Elora Fergus Podcast: What? Why? Who?

Elora Fergus Podcast ·

2025/08/25

Why is a podcast a must-listen for anyone who loves Elora, Fergus and the surrounding communities? In our very first episode, we're pulling back the curtain to give you the inside scoop on our new show. Hosts Barbara Lustgarten-Evoy and Ryan Joyce explain how they’ll provide on-demand community information, behind-the-scenes insights, and local secrets. You’ll also get to know a little more about your hosts and how they are a reflection of the community. In our first episode: Discover the

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15:47

Fergus Fall Fair with Fair Ambassador Dillon Bernier

Elora Fergus Podcast ·

2020/09/18

This episode we’re talking with the Fergus Fall Fair Ambassador, Dillon Bernier about this years’ Fair postponement, the local impacts, and how we can stay connected with the Fall Fair and Fergus Agricultural Society. Listen Here. https://bit.ly/33Ee5Kv

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58:01

Back to School in Centre Wellington

Elora Fergus Podcast ·

2020/09/11

What does back to school look like in Centre Wellington during COVID? What are the new procedures and steps our school boards and schools are taking? With huge thanks to Barbara Evoy and Cogeco, we share this interview with Upper Grand District School Board Superintendents Gary Slater and Carlo Zen. Show Links: https://bit.ly/2RfapsN

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45:41

Talking Wee Digital Ceilidh Highlights with Fergus...

Elora Fergus Podcast ·

2020/08/12

Today is a big episode! Three guests from the Fergus Scottish Festival and Highland Games join us and give their unique perspectives and feedback from this year’s Wee Digital Ceilidh! Show Links: https://bit.ly/2DNNr8O We start the conversation with Elizabeth Bender, the Fergus Scottish Festival Coordinator who shares the online response, feedback from the community and the local events. We discuss Elizabeth’s personal favourite moments, a few special emails, and what it all means for the

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27:12

Elizabeth Bender Fergus Scottish Festival Coordinator

Elora Fergus Podcast ·

2020/08/05

Today I’m chatting with the Fergus Scottish Festival Coordinator, Elizabeth Bender about the upcoming digital Fergus Scottish Festival & Highland Games. (Show links: https://bit.ly/2Xx0YIB ) This year would have marked 75 years of tradition in Centre Wellington, but Elizabeth calls this year “74.5” :) On this episode, we chat about the recent tough decisions, what it means for the future of the Festival, plus we get insight for what to expect at this year’s digital celebration, the Wee Digital

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