Letter from the Editor Summer in a tourist town is like a family reunion; you don’t always know who’s coming or how long they’ll stay, but it’s best to greet them with a smile and maybe point them toward the best perch in town. As the summer season heats up, so too does the flow of visitors to our beautiful lakeside community.
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Whether they’re here for the beach, the boutiques, to see a play, or just to wander with a fresh waffle cone of ice cream in hand, let’s remember how important these out-of-towners are to our local businesses. A warm welcome can go a long way and even maybe bring them back again next year (hopefully with a few friends in tow). Now, while we’re on the topic of visitors, let’s have a little chat about one of Lake Erie’s less charming habits: the undertow. As inviting as our sparkling shoreline looks on a sunny day, Lake Erie can be unpredictable. Undertow currents are strong and sneaky, and they don’t discriminate. Even the strongest swimmer can be caught off guard. If you’re heading into the water, stay close to shore, keep an eye on children at all times, and always check for beach warnings before diving in. A few quick safety tips: never swim alone, stay within designated swim zones, and don’t overestimate your abilities. If you do find yourself caught in a current, try not to panic — swim parallel to the shore until you’re free of the pull, then head back in. And if you’re enjoying the water with kids, make sure they’re wearing life jackets, not just floaties. Safety may not be as fun as splash fights, but it’s the key to making summer memories for the right reasons. Of course, not all summer fun involves sand in your shoes. We’ve got a full calendar of community festivals and fairs to look forward to – and trust me – you’ll want to mark these down. Nostalgia Nights in St. Thomas kicks things off on July 12, followed by the always popular CALIPSO Festival right here in Port Stanley from August 2 to 5. Then it’s fair season! The Aylmer Fair runs August 8 to 10; the Rodney Fair is on September 12 to 14; the Wallacetown Fair follows from September 26 to 28, and the Dorchester Fall Fair rounds out the season from October 10 to 13. Have a safe, sunny, and joy-filled summer. And don’t forget, there is no August issue of the Port Stanley Villager. We’ll be back with more local stories and events in September.
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