June 2026
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Passages June 2026
In This Issue…
Searching for Slocum: A Brier Islander Goes the Distance — A remarkable journey across the United States uncovers rare artifacts, archival documents, and new pieces of maritime history as efforts continue to build the Joshua Slocum Society and Slocum Boot Shop collection.
ICS Track & Field Heads to Provincials — Islands Consolidated School athletes deliver a record-breaking season, earning district titles, setting new records, and qualifying competitors for the Nova Scotia School Athletic Federation Provincial Championships.
Ann’s Community Gardens Readying for a Fresh Season — Volunteers prepare for a new growing season as the greenhouse adopts a community-focused approach that encourages residents to work together and share in the harvest.
How About Hawthorn? — This month’s plant feature explores one of the region’s most distinctive trees, examining its history, wildlife value, striking blooms, and famously formidable thorns.
Sandy Cove Conservancy Updates — Local students and volunteers remove hundreds of pounds of marine debris during the first beach cleanup of the year, while plans move ahead for summer programming and community events.
Community News & Events — Find updates from local organizations, village commissions, churches, schools, libraries, and community groups, along with upcoming fundraisers, celebrations, meetings, and summer activities across Long Island, Brier Island, and Digby Neck.
Summer Around the Islands — From Old Home Weekend plans and lobster suppers to trail openings, shoreline cleanups, and community gatherings, June marks the beginning of another busy season across the Islands and the Neck.
Featured stories from this issue
Ann’s Community Gardens Readying for a Fresh Season
In Search of Joshua Slocum