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SUMMARY:Oakville Historical Society Speaker Night - "SOPHIA POOLEY 1766 - 1856: An Enslaved Woman and the Men who Owned Her"
DESCRIPTION:The Oakville Historical Society is pleased to announce the speaker for our first “Speaker Night” of 2026\, local historian\, Ms. Jane Mulkewich\, on Wednesday\, March 18\, 2026 at\n7:30 pm in the Coach House (right next door to the Oakville Historical Society).\nJane is a seventh-generation descendant of some of the first white settlers in Ontario\, and her own family genealogy research combined with her anti-racism work\nhas led to her research on indigenous history and racialized people in Ontario. A graduate of McMaster University\, she has held some high-profile roles doing\nanti-racism work with the Hamilton Police Service and with McMaster University\, and went to law school at the University of Western Ontario when she was in her\n40s. Currently Jane is Legal Director (with a team of five lawyers) of a large union representing 75\,000 essential workers across Ontario in a wide range of sectors.\nJane lives in Dundas\, and has two adult sons.\nThe story of Sophia Pooley may well be the only existing first-person narrative of someone who lived in slavery in Canada. She was interviewed by Benjamin\nDrew\, and her story was published in a collection of his interviews in 1856 when she was over 90 years old. She was born in New York state where her master (or\nowner) was Joseph Harris (according to Jane Mulkewich’s research). Later\, she was brought to Canada as a young girl by Joseph Brant\, a Mohawk Chief\, whom\nshe lived with for almost 30 years\, and later she was sold to Samuel Hatt\, before getting her freedom. Other prominent settlers including early settlers of Oakville\nmake a guest appearance in Sophia’s story.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/oakville-historical-society-speaker-night-sophia-pooley-1766-1856-an-enslaved-woman-and-the-men-who-owned-her/
LOCATION:Oakville Historical Society\, King Street 110\, Oakville\, Ontario\, L6J 1B1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251207T110000
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SUMMARY:Oakville Historical Society - Victorian Christmas Tea
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Victorian Christmas Tea on Sunday December 7. \nStep back in time\, into the cosy cottages which will be festively wreathed with boughs and candles. Our costumed ladies will welcome and serve you a delightfully arranged tier of savoury and sweet treats with an appropriately festive twist accompanied by a piping hot pot of tea. \nWe are again offering tables of four at three sittings and as a member you have the opportunity to purchase your tickets in our advance sale until Sunday November 16 with no Eventbrite fees incurred. After that date the sales will be open to everyone with the Eventbrite fees in effect. \nPlease be advised:\nThe cottages are not wheelchair accessible. Children 10 years of age and older are welcome when accompanied by an adult. Unfortunately we cannot accommodate dietary requirements\, our menu can be viewed on our website at\nhttps://www.oakvillehistory.org/activities/christmas-tea-advanced-sales \nYou can purchase your advance tickets by clicking the following link:\nhttps://www.oakvillehistory.org/activities/christmas-tea-advanced-sales
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/oakville-historical-society-victorian-christmas-tea/
LOCATION:Oakville Historical Society\, King Street 110\, Oakville\, Ontario\, L6J 1B1\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Oakville Historical Society":MAILTO:information@oakvillehistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251130T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251130T170000
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SUMMARY:Oakville Historical Society Festive Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Our Festive Gathering Open House is being held Sunday\, November 30th from 2 to 5 pm at the OHS offices at 110 King street. \nThis is a wonderful time to join in fellowship with other members\, and for the Society to thank you for your ongoing support and involvement. Without you\, we would not exist! \nJoin us as we toast the season!
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/oakville-historical-society-festive-gathering-2/
LOCATION:Oakville Historical Society\, King Street 110\, Oakville\, Ontario\, L6J 1B1\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Oakville Historical Society":MAILTO:information@oakvillehistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251119T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251119T193000
DTSTAMP:20260418T081043
CREATED:20251028T132530Z
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SUMMARY:Oakville Historical Society Speaker Night: First In\, Last Out. Women's Division\, Royal Canadian Air Force\, World War II
DESCRIPTION:The Oakville Historical Society is pleased to announce the speaker for our next “Speaker Night”\, Ms. Glad Bryce\, on Wednesday\, November 19111\, 2025. This will be held via ZOOM at 7:30 pm – so no travelling on a cold evening required! \nMs. Bryce is extremely accomplished\, authoring many books\, teaching at the high school\, college and university levels\, as well as being an accomplished athlete. She won 3 gold medals at the 2009 FINA World Swim Championships in Sweden. She is additionally a renowned water-colourist with her paintings appearing in many homes and galleries. \nThis presentation will provide a historical view of the Royal Canadian Air Force\, Women’s Division\, as well as Nursing sisters\, during World War II. Ms. Bryce’s book\, entitled “First in Last Out”\, includes extensive photographs and documents detailing the history of the Women’s Division from its formation to its disbanding in 1946\, as well as stories that show the contributions and bravery of the women who served. \nOur presenter and author of this publication will share the stories of these women\, showing they can be a source of inspiration for all people\, as we learn of their challenging paths during the war. It is notable that when Queen Elizabeth was given a copy of Glad’s book “First !n Last Out” during a visit to Canada in 2010\, she immediately began reading and was so engrossed\, she almost missed her next appointment – and the book was placed in the Queen’s personal library\, later sending Glad a personal letter complimenting her work. \nOne could write pages on this amazing presenter\, and we hope you take the opportunity to meet her\, via Zoom\, on November 19th at 7:30 pm- via Zoom! \nPLEASE NOTE: THE LINK TO CONNECT TO THE ZOOM PRESENTATION WILL BE SHARED IN THE FUTURE!
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/oakville-historical-society-festive-gathering-2-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250927T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250927T163000
DTSTAMP:20260418T081043
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SUMMARY:Oakville Historical Society : Culture Days at the Thomas House & Fall Fair
DESCRIPTION:Culture Days is a national celebration of arts and culture. Every year at the end of each September\, millions of people attend thousands of free participatory arts and culture events across the country both in-person and online. Culture Days programs invite the public to get hands-on and behind-the-scenes to highlight the importance of arts and culture in our communities. \nThe Oakville Historical Society is proud to participate in Culture Days. Join us to explore interactive demonstrations and learn about the life of early settlers at The Thomas House\, built in 1829 as the original home of The Thomas Family\, and now furnished and presented as a pioneer home of the 1830 -1840s. \nPlus \n\nJoin us for some old fashioned Fall fun! \nHomemade baking and preserves \n”Pioneer Pics” – old time Photo Booth \nCrafts and activities and more! \n\n 
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/oakville-historical-society-culture-days-at-the-thomas-house-fall-fair/
LOCATION:Oakville Historical Society\, King Street 110\, Oakville\, Ontario\, L6J 1B1\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Oakville Historical Society":MAILTO:information@oakvillehistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250925T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250925T190000
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SUMMARY:Oakville Historical Society Speaker Night : "Stonehooking 1830’s to 1920 - An era that gave way to Concrete and Prohibition"
DESCRIPTION:Please Join Us for SPEAKER NIGHT – Thursday\, September 25th\, 2025 – 7:00 pm\, at the Coach House: Stonehooking 1830’s to 1920 – An era that gave way to Concrete and Prohibition with Mr. Ross Gordon Noel. \nThis evening will provide a historical view of Stonehooking – the trade\, and Stonehookers\, the ships\, the captains and their crews. \nThe significance of stonehooking to towns on the north shore of Lake Ontario\, and what on earth does it have to do with craft beer? \nFollowing his passion for beer (and large projects)\, Ross embraced the craft beer movement and founded Stonehooker Brewing Company in February 2016. The brewery was built on Lakeshore\, just east of Port Credit\, and opened in 2019 with 6 beers on tap\, a taproom\, and a brand that pays tribute to the historical significance of a forgotten industry. Now in its 7th year of operation\, Stonehooker is the proud brewery of award-winning beer with 54 recipes and many local favourites\, all traditionally brewed with all-natural ingredients. \nBorn and raised in Toronto\, Ross graduated from the Ryerson Business program in 1984. His career in IT spanned 3 decades and multiple industries including manufacturing\, telecom\, finance and public utilities. He has held management roles in several Canadian banks and he’s also a certified PMP (Project Management Professional). An avid sailor\, Ross maintains a keen interest in the history and culture of Port Credit and Lake Ontario. \nHope to see you soon!
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/oakville-historical-society-speaker-night-stonehooking-1830s-to-1920-an-era-that-gave-way-to-concrete-and-prohibition/
LOCATION:Oakville Historical Society\, King Street 110\, Oakville\, Ontario\, L6J 1B1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250618T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250618T210000
DTSTAMP:20260418T081043
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SUMMARY:Oakville Historical Society Speak Night "The Fossmobile"
DESCRIPTION:Please join us as Ron Foss shares his historic journey of reverse engineering Canada’s first successful gasoline engine automobile\, as a tribute to its inventor – his grandfather! \nRon Foss is a former resident of Oakville\, and now lives in Burlington. He is a sought after keynote speaker\, sharing this Canadian family story of the first successful gasoline powered automobile\, built here in Canada. \nJune 18\, 2025 7:30-9:00pm \nPlease plan to arrive by 7:15 pm. Street parking is limited. The Coach House\, 8 Navy St.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/oakville-historical-society-speak-night-the-fossmobile/
LOCATION:Oakville Historical Society\, King Street 110\, Oakville\, Ontario\, L6J 1B1\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Oakville Historical Society":MAILTO:information@oakvillehistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250608T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250608T163000
DTSTAMP:20260418T081043
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SUMMARY:Oakville Historical Society - Mayor's Historical Picnic
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy lots of fun for all ages at the annual Mayor’s Historical Picnic. Bring your own lunch and lawn chair and enjoy live music\, dance performances\, crafts\, games\, and more. \nPresented by the Oakville Historical Society in cooperation with the Town of Oakville.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/oakville-historical-society-mayors-historical-picnic/
LOCATION:Lakeside Park\, 144 Front Street\, Oakville\, Ontario\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Oakville Historical Society":MAILTO:information@oakvillehistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250504T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250504T173000
DTSTAMP:20260418T081043
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SUMMARY:Oakville Historical Society - Afternoon Tea at The Cottages [SOLD OUT]
DESCRIPTION:Note: Event is sold out (April 14\, 2025) \n\nIn 1840 the Duchess of Bedford introduced the custom of having a light snack in the afternoon to tide her over as dinner was served very late. The habit spread throughout the aristocracy and quickly developed into a more substantial repast. \nJoin us for “Afternoon Tea at the Cottages” on Sunday May 4.  Our costumed ladies will serve you savoury finger sandwiches\, delectable sweets\, fresh scones with cream and strawberry preserves and piping hot tea in our Spring Garden tea room. Feel free to dress up a little or a lot. Hats\, gloves and fascinators are welcome. \nWe will have three sittings at: 12:00\, 2:00 and 4:00.  In order to best make use of our limited space\, we are offering tickets in tables of four\, so bring along your Duke and/or Duchess friends and family. \nRegretfully\, the cottage is not wheelchair accessible. Children 10 years of age and older are welcome when accompanied by an adult. \nTickets:\nMembers of the Oakville Historical Society have the opportunity to purchase advance tickets directly from the Society thus avoiding the Eventbrite fee.\nTickets are $40 per person. You can pay at the office\, 110 King St on Tuesday or Thursday afternoons between 1:00-4:30 pm or by etransfer at historyoakville@gmail.com. \nPlease be sure to order in groups of 4 tickets and note in the comments your name\, email and which sitting you prefer. (12:00\, 2:00 or 4:00)\, otherwise we cannot guarantee a reservation will be held as we will not be able to send you a confirmation. \nTickets will be available to the general public Monday April 7. \nPlease go to our website at https://www.oakvillehistory.org/activities/afternoon-tea-at-the-cottages for the menu and further details\, any questions can be directed to oureventsohs@gmail.com
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/oakville-historical-society-afternoon-tea-at-the-cottages/
LOCATION:Erchless Museum\, 8 Navy St\, Oakville\, Ontario\, L6J 2Y5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Oakville Historical Society":MAILTO:information@oakvillehistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250426T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250426T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T081043
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SUMMARY:Oakville Historical Society Earth Day Erchless Museum
DESCRIPTION:ON SATURDAY\, APRIL 26th\, PITCH-IN FOR A CLEAN\, GREEN\, LITTER-FREE OAKVILLE \nThe Museum is participating in the 34th annual Earth Day Clean Up and would like to extend the invitation to all of friends at the Oakville Historical Society. Hopefully the weather will cooperate and we can all pitch in to clean the areas around the Museum\, the OHS and Lakeside Park. Coffee and treats will be provided. \n“The 34th annual Earth Day Clean Up of Oakville Nature Sites will take place on Saturday\, April 26 beginning at 9 am sharp unless noted at most of the sixty-six nature sites now scheduled for cleaning up\,” remarked Stephen Dankowich\, co-Founder and Executive Director of the Oakville Community Centre for Peace\, Ecology and Human Rights (OCCPEHR). \n“Before noon and in just a few hours time on April 26\, hundreds and hundreds of Oakville citizens and students will together beautify and transform Oakville’s nature sites! Waste will be removed from our beautiful parks\, trails\, ravines\, woodlots\, waterways and lakefront in a concerted community-wide effort to maintain a clean\, green\, litter-free Oakville\,” he exclaimed. \n“You will be joining in with people around the world also doing something positive and important for the natural environment in celebration of Earth Day. We look forward to receiving your confirmation of participation\,” he added. \nThe Theme for the 34th annual event encourages everyone to “Pitch-in for a clean\, green\, litter-free Oakville.” \nErchless Museum and Oakville Historical Society
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/oakville-historical-society-earth-day-erchless-museum/
LOCATION:Erchless Museum\, 8 Navy St\, Oakville\, Ontario\, L6J 2Y5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Oakville Historical Society":MAILTO:information@oakvillehistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250219T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250219T193000
DTSTAMP:20260418T081043
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SUMMARY:Oakville Historical Society Speaker Night - The story of St. Mary's Pioneer Cemetery
DESCRIPTION:Hello everyone! \nPlease join us for our first Speaker Night of the year. \nWhen: Wednesday – February 19\, 2025 – 7:30 PM \nWhere: The Coach House on the Erchless Estate (corner of King and Navy) \nWhat: The story of St. Mary’s Pioneer Cemetery. \nFor those interested in Oakville history\, cemeteries\, and genealogical research\, come hear the fascinating story of St. Mary’s Pioneer Cemetery. In 2020\, Ms. Terry Murphy and Mr. Michael Johnson set themselves a goal to find out something about every stone in this park-like home to some of Oakville’s oldest residents. \nThe names on these monuments became people whose stories they felt deserved attention. Here lie people who weathered the crises of the past two centuries\, gave birth to families\, started businesses that laid the foundations of Oakville\, and built the community we have inherited. The worn and broken stones called out with particular poignancy. Who were the individuals who donated their hard-earned money to erect\, with such deep affection\, these memorials to their loved ones? \nTerry will review the “detective” tools they found most helpful in identifying many previously illegible (and even buried) stones. What began as a challenge became a labour of love\, as the residents of the cemetery became family. The more they researched\, the more they realized how story-rich the cemetery is and how important it is to preserve pioneer cemeteries. \nPlease come early as seating is limited. \nSee you all there!
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/oakville-historical-society-speaker-night-the-story-of-st-marys-pioneer-cemetery/
LOCATION:Oakville Historical Society\, King Street 110\, Oakville\, Ontario\, L6J 1B1\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Oakville Historical Society":MAILTO:information@oakvillehistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250117T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250117T213000
DTSTAMP:20260418T081043
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SUMMARY:Oakville Historical Society Burns Supper
DESCRIPTION:Please join us as we celebrate the birthday of Robbie Burns\, the world famous Scottish poet! \nPoetry\,music\, Highland dancing\, bagpipes\, and a traditional dinner of Steak pie\, Neeps\, Tatties\, Haggis\, Trifle and Shortbread. Cash Bar. \nFriday January 17th from 6:30 – 9:30 pm at St. John’s United Church. \nTickets are limited and are selling fast\, sales will close on January 14 at midnight. Dust off ye old tartan and come celebrate!
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/oakville-historical-society-burns-supper/
LOCATION:St. John’s United Church\, Randall Street 262\, Oakville\, Ontario\, L6J 1P9\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Oakville Historical Society":MAILTO:information@oakvillehistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241208T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241208T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T081043
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T143011Z
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SUMMARY:Oakville Historical Society Publications Sale
DESCRIPTION:Our books and publications make great holiday gifts! Drop by and browse our selection\, open to the public at the Oakville Historical Society offices.  Full catalogue online at www.oakvillehistory.org
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/oakville-historical-society-publications-sale/2024-12-08/
LOCATION:Oakville Historical Society\, King Street 110\, Oakville\, Ontario\, L6J 1B1\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Oakville Historical Society":MAILTO:information@oakvillehistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241207T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241207T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T081043
CREATED:20241204T143011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T143011Z
UID:10001392-1733569200-1733587200@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
SUMMARY:Oakville Historical Society Publications Sale
DESCRIPTION:Our books and publications make great holiday gifts! Drop by and browse our selection\, open to the public at the Oakville Historical Society offices.  Full catalogue online at www.oakvillehistory.org
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/oakville-historical-society-publications-sale/2024-12-07/
LOCATION:Oakville Historical Society\, King Street 110\, Oakville\, Ontario\, L6J 1B1\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Oakville Historical Society":MAILTO:information@oakvillehistory.org
GEO:43.4420904;-79.6678162
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241206T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241206T210000
DTSTAMP:20260418T081043
CREATED:20241031T145052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T145052Z
UID:10001382-1733508000-1733518800@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
SUMMARY:Oakville Historical Society Festive Gathering
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to have the added entertainment for you of a slide show showing accomplishments and successful events of the Oakville Historical Society. Additionally\, we are pleased to offer for purchase an assortment of books detailing the historical background of our Town. \nThis is a wonderful time to join in fellowship with other members\, and for the Society to thank you for your ongoing support and involvement. Without you\, we would not exist! As per our tradition\, please feel free to bring a finger-food to complement our festive buffet. \nJoin us as we toast the season!
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/oakville-historical-society-festive-gathering/
LOCATION:St. John’s United Church\, Randall Street 262\, Oakville\, Ontario\, L6J 1P9\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Oakville Historical Society":MAILTO:information@oakvillehistory.org
GEO:43.4476588;-79.6684318
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241005T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241005T163000
DTSTAMP:20260418T081043
CREATED:20240916T152415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T152415Z
UID:10001354-1728133200-1728145800@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
SUMMARY:Oakville Historical Society Fall Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join us for some old fashioned fall fun: \n\nCrafts and activities\nHomemade baking and preserves\n“Pioneer Pics” old time photo booth with pioneer costumes and props\nPlus more!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe will have lots going on at our two downtown locations: \nThe Oakville Historical Society offices at 110 King St\, Oakville \nplus \nThe Thomas House pioneer home at 144 Front Street\, Oakville
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/oakville-historical-society-fall-fair/
LOCATION:Oakville Historical Society\, King Street 110\, Oakville\, Ontario\, L6J 1B1\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Oakville Historical Society":MAILTO:information@oakvillehistory.org
GEO:43.4420904;-79.6678162
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240916T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240916T193000
DTSTAMP:20260418T081043
CREATED:20240905T135426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240905T135426Z
UID:10001344-1726515000-1726515000@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
SUMMARY:Oakville Historical Society Speakers Night: UNDERSTANDING AFRICAN CANADIAN HISTORY THROUGH THE LENS OF EMANCIPATION DAY
DESCRIPTION:Topic: UNDERSTANDING AFRICAN CANADIAN HISTORY THROUGH THE LENS OF EMANCIPATION DAY: 190 YEARS AND COUNTING \nWhen: Monday\, September 16th\, at 07:30 pm \nWhat: \nThis year marks the 190th Emancipation Day. The occasion recognizes the legal abolition of slavery in most of the British empire\, including Canada\, where the last remains of enslavement were nearing the end through gradual abolition. Dr. Natasha Henry-Dixon will discuss the history of the commemoration of Emancipation Day in Canada and walk through what this cultural and political tradition illuminates about Black history in Canada. \nNatasha Henry-Dixon is an assistant professor of African Canadian History at York University. \nJoin on Zoom : https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85460129382?pwd=ndNuVyz8YUAY7YOXqd4fZBuYOCvK87.1
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/oakville-historical-society-speakers-night-understanding-african-canadian-history-through-the-lens-of-emancipation-day/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="Oakville Historical Society":MAILTO:information@oakvillehistory.org
GEO:56.130366;-106.346771
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240617T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240617T193000
DTSTAMP:20260418T081043
CREATED:20240604T201042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T201042Z
UID:10001310-1718652600-1718652600@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
SUMMARY:Oakville Historical Society Speakers Night: OH CANADA! Our Home and Inventive Land
DESCRIPTION:Topic: OH CANADA! Our Home and Inventive Land\nYou can see more information with this link: https://professormarkrector.com \nWhere: Coach House \nThe Coach House is located next door to the Oakville Historical Society office. The address is 114 King Street. Entrance is through the park side sliding doors. \nWhen: Monday\, June 17th\, at 07:30 pm \nWhat: Professor Mark Rector will be talking about Canadian inventions \nFrom a life-long passion for Canadian inventors and technology\, Professor Mark Rector’s presentation is chock full of inventors’ stories\, firsts\, and innovations that happened here in our “Home and Inventive Land.” \nFrom the compound steam engine and gasoline of the Industrial Revolution to the lightbulb and the telephone of the Victorian era to the Canadarm and Blackberry of today; we invented them all!!! \nFrom the tragedy of the Avro Arrow to the triumph of millions saved by the pacemaker. The stories of Bell Canada\, the Robertson screw\, SPAR Aerospace\, Northern Telecom and Easy-Off! All of the Canadian ingenuity and innovation crammed into one light\, breezy presentation. \nHe will also be selling copies of his book for $30 (two copies for $50) cash only please\, tax included. \nThank you\, and we hope to see you next at the presentation.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/oakville-historical-society-speakers-night-oh-canada-our-home-and-inventive-land/
LOCATION:Oakville Historical Society\, King Street 110\, Oakville\, Ontario\, L6J 1B1\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Oakville Historical Society":MAILTO:information@oakvillehistory.org
GEO:43.4420904;-79.6678162
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240527T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240527T193000
DTSTAMP:20260418T081043
CREATED:20240508T142035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T142035Z
UID:10001291-1716838200-1716838200@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
SUMMARY:Oakville Historical Society Speakers Night: Cameos\, did you know?
DESCRIPTION:Where: Coach House \nThe Coach House is located next door to the Oakville Historical Society office. The address is 114 King Street. Entrance is through the park side sliding doors. \nTopic: Cameos\, did you know? \nWhen: Monday\, May 27th\, at 07:30 pm \nWhat: Marie Descent will be talking about Cameos \nMarie\, a pharmacist by profession\, has always had a keen interest in gemstones. After taking several gemmology courses\, she developed a deep appreciation for antique jewellery\, fell into its rabbit hole\, and ultimately\, discovered the side tunnel of cameos. \nCameos have been around for thousands of years and there is a lot more than meets the eye when looking at them\, from the different materials from which they are crafted\, through their uses and the diverse subject matter they depict\, to how styles have evolved over the years. In short\, they are more than grandma’s old brooch. \nWhile reading and studying everything that she could about these miniature works of art\, Marie has become a passionate cameo enthusiast and collector. If you ask her how many she has\, she’ll sheepishly reply: “not enough”. \nWhile she doesn’t call herself an expert\, Marie has acquired much knowledge on cameos and is happy to share this with you. \nSo\, let Marie entertain you with things you might not have known about the world of cameos. You may say\, “Well\, I didn’t know that”!
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/oakville-historical-society-speakers-night-cameos-did-you-know/
LOCATION:Oakville Historical Society\, King Street 110\, Oakville\, Ontario\, L6J 1B1\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Oakville Historical Society":MAILTO:information@oakvillehistory.org
GEO:43.4420904;-79.6678162
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231125T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231125T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T081043
CREATED:20231108T152628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T152628Z
UID:10001225-1700920800-1700928000@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
SUMMARY:Oakville Historical Society Annual Publications Sale
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to invite you to our annual OHS publications sale. Books\, Maps\, Prints\, and Playing Cards available! \nCash\, cheque or credit/debit cards accepted
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/oakville-historical-society-annual-publications-sale/
LOCATION:Oakville Historical Society\, King Street 110\, Oakville\, Ontario\, L6J 1B1\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Oakville Historical Society":MAILTO:information@oakvillehistory.org
GEO:43.4420904;-79.6678162
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231113T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231113T193000
DTSTAMP:20260418T081043
CREATED:20231031T141458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231031T141458Z
UID:10001214-1699903800-1699903800@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
SUMMARY:Oakville Historical Society Speakers' Night - Tracing the Norton family tree
DESCRIPTION:Alan Norton\, while not a genealogy expert\, has extensively researched\, over the last 50 years\, multiple branches of his family’s history. Not only will he share some of the fascinating stories and pictures he uncovered about his family tree\, but he will also share some of his learnings for those of you who might also be interested in tracing your own family history. You won’t want to miss this great OHS Speakers Night event.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/oakville-historical-society-speakers-night-tracing-the-norton-family-tree/
LOCATION:St. John’s United Church\, Oakville\, 262 Randall Street\, Oakville\, Ontario\, L6J 1P9\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Oakville Historical Society":MAILTO:information@oakvillehistory.org
GEO:43.4476427;-79.66856
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230215T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230215T210000
DTSTAMP:20260418T081043
CREATED:20230213T180853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230213T195544Z
UID:10000887-1676487600-1676494800@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
SUMMARY:Oakville Historical Society Speakers' Night - “Outside the Gate:  The True Story of a British Home Child in Canada”
DESCRIPTION:Join by Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3614629408?pwd=dnp2a0R3TGEySXgzVmdpR0NRendIQT09 \nWednesday\, February 15th\, 2023  7:20 pm. – 9:00 pm. \n​Between 1869 and 1932\, over 100\,000 children were sent from Britain to Canada through assisted juvenile emigration. These migrants are called “home children” because most went from an emigration agency’s home for children in Britain to its Canadian receiving home. The children were placed with families in rural Canada. \nThe children were promised a bright future in the land of opportunity\, and some managed to make a good life\, but many were abused\, neglected and reviled by those who took them in. Although most still had families back home\, reunification was discouraged. One of those children was Winnie Cooper. Born in Scarborough\, Yorkshire in 1908\, she was sent at age twelve to Barnardo’s Village Home for Girls near London. Three years later\, Winnie was shipped off to a farm in rural Ontario. Nothing back in England had prepared her for working the rough land in Canada\, but despite the long days\, isolation\, and bitterly cold winters\, Winnie’s natural wit and cheery disposition helped her find love and friendship. Yet she always dreamed of returning to her mother in Yorkshire. \n​The story\, told by her granddaughter\, author Carol Marie Newall\, is a family saga of love and loss\, pain and joy as Winnie struggled to find her place in a young inhospitable country. It’s also a revealing portrayal of a troubling chapter in Canadian and British history.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/oakville-historical-society-speakers-night-outside-the-gate-the-true-story-of-a-british-home-child-in-canada/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="Oakville Historical Society":MAILTO:information@oakvillehistory.org
GEO:56.130366;-106.346771
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221116T192000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221116T210000
DTSTAMP:20260418T081043
CREATED:20221111T170241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221111T170241Z
UID:10000794-1668626400-1668632400@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
SUMMARY:Oakville Historical Society Speakers Night: History of the Oakville Fire Department
DESCRIPTION:Rick Barrett: History of the OFD\n​​\nRick Barrett is a retired Captain with the Oakville Fire Department. \nHis career ran from April 1976 until retirement in May 2004. \nRick spent his career working at the different stations situated throughout Oakville\, finishing as Captain on Ladder 232. \nFor one year\, Rick was the first Public education officer for the OFD. \nHear about the early years of the OFD and the volunteers. Then the transition when Oakville started hiring full time in the early 60’s. \nThe equipment and changes that occurred over the years. \nSee pictures of the major fires that were fought in Oakville’s history.\n​\nWhat happens after dark at the Oakville Fire Department Museum?
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/oakville-historical-society-speakers-night-history-of-the-oakville-fire-department/
LOCATION:St. John’s United Church\, Oakville\, 262 Randall Street\, Oakville\, Ontario\, L6J 1P9\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Oakville Historical Society":MAILTO:information@oakvillehistory.org
GEO:43.4476427;-79.66856
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220216T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220216T210000
DTSTAMP:20260418T081043
CREATED:20211210T180114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211210T180114Z
UID:10000432-1645039800-1645045200@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
SUMMARY:Oakville Historical Society Speakers Night (Virtual): Farmerettes
DESCRIPTION:Bonnie Sitter – Farmerettes \nShe is the co-author of a number of books\, including one on Farmerettes (which is the topic she will be speaking to us on). \nApparently one of our members is quoted in the book\, June Hitchcox as she was a Farmerette. \nIt should also be noted that our virtual OHS Speakers Night will be offered publicly via the OHS website and Facebook page – we suggest you log in early so as not to be disappointed as there will be a limit of 100 Zoom connections.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/oakville-historical-society-speakers-night-virtual-farmerettes/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="Oakville Historical Society":MAILTO:information@oakvillehistory.org
GEO:56.130366;-106.346771
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