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SUMMARY:Book Launch - Behind the Bricks: The Life and Times of the Mohawk Institute
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a talk by the editors of a new book titled\, Behind the Bricks: The Life and Times of the Mohawk Institute\, about the history of Canada’s oldest and longest running residential school located in Brantford. The school was a model for the larger residential school system in Canada\, and learning about its history helps us work towards reconciliation. September 30th is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation\, so join us to learn more about this important part of Canada’s history. Co-editors Alison Norman and Rick Hill will discuss the unique project which brought together community and academic historians and resulted in an important new book. \nhttps://press.ucalgary.ca/books/9781773856520/ \n7:00 PM\, Doors Open \n7:30 PM\, Presentation and Q&A by two of the book’s editors\, Rick Hill and Alison Norman. For those not able to join in person\, you can sign up to listen to the presentation on Zoom by clicking here. \n8:15 PM\, Light Refreshments\, and a chance to buy a signed copy of Behind the Bricks. Proceeds from the sale will go towards supporting the Woodland Cultural Centre. \n— \nRick Hill is a Tuscarora of the Beaver Clan\, and is a community-based historian at the Six Nations of Grand River. He is also an artist\, writer\, and curator. Rick has worked for many years on exhibits for the Woodland Cultural Centre. He is the founder of the Mohawk Institute Research Group. \nAlison Norman is a historian working for the federal government\, at Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada. She is also a graduate faculty member at Trent University.  She is a founding member of the Mohawk Institute Research Group. Alison is a former board member of the Ontario Historical Society\, and the current book review editor for Ontario History.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/book-launch-behind-the-bricks-the-life-and-times-of-the-mohawk-institute/
LOCATION:John McKenzie House\, 34 Parkview Ave.\, North York\, Ontario\, M2N 3Y2\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Doors Open Toronto @ John McKenzie House
DESCRIPTION:Visit the Ontario Historical Society and the historic John McKenzie House during 2025 Doors Open Toronto. Visitors will have the chance to explore the historic house and headquarters of the OHS\, and learn how the historic building was saved by the community\, and still functions as an active community space to this day. \nThe John McKenzie House was built in 1913\, in a style described as Queen Anne Revival\, Arts and Crafts\, and Edwardian. The grand\, red brick house is profiled by a large L-shaped veranda with stylized Doric columns. Significant interior features include the centre hall plan\, a vestibule door and sidelights with beveled and leaded glass\, a large leaded art glass window that lights the landing of the main staircase\, panelled doors\, and original radiators. In 1993\, the Ontario Historical Society (OHS) entered into a partnership with the former City of North York to preserve and restore the John McKenzie House\, which serves as the provincial headquarters of the OHS.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/doors-open-toronto-john-mckenzie-house-2-2/
LOCATION:John McKenzie House\, 34 Parkview Ave.\, North York\, Ontario\, M2N 3Y2\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240827T130000
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SUMMARY:NeighbourLink Future Forward Fair
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for the Future Forward Fair on Tuesday\, August 27th\, from 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM at the John McKenzie House\, 34 Parkview Ave\, North York\, ON M2N 3Y2! Enjoy a vibrant showcase of local youth artisans\, plus free face painting and caricatures. It’s a fantastic chance for young entrepreneurs to spotlight their businesses without any event space costs. Interested in being a vendor? Apply here.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/neighbourlink-future-forward-fair/
LOCATION:John McKenzie House\, 34 Parkview Ave.\, North York\, Ontario\, M2N 3Y2\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="NeighbourLink":MAILTO:info@neighbourlink.org
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SUMMARY:NeighbourLink Youth Mobilization Unit: Garden Party
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Garden Party on Friday\, August 23rd\, from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM at the John McKenzie House! Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon of outdoor pot painting and a fascinating presentation on Indigenous plants. Bring your own pots for a creative painting session or use one of our upcycled pots. Plus\, we’re hosting a clothing drive\, so feel free to bring gently used clothing. RSVP here!
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/neighbourlink-garden-party/
LOCATION:John McKenzie House\, 34 Parkview Ave.\, North York\, Ontario\, M2N 3Y2\, Canada
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SUMMARY:NeighbourLink Tech and Tea and John McKenzie House
DESCRIPTION:Join us for FREE tech support\, refreshments\, and conversation! Bring your own devices. \nNeighbourLink youth volunteers will offer basic tech support at this event (e.g. filling out online applications and forms\, connecting with a call centre over the phone on behalf of a senior\, downloading and demonstrating how to use various apps\, phone storage issues\, etc.). Volunteers also speak many languages besides English\, like Cantonse\, Farsi\, Mandarin\, Russian\, and Ukrainian.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/neighbourlink-tech-and-tea-and-john-mckenzie-house/
LOCATION:John McKenzie House\, 34 Parkview Ave.\, North York\, Ontario\, M2N 3Y2\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Doors Open Toronto @ John McKenzie House
DESCRIPTION:Visit the Ontario Historical Society and the historic John McKenzie House during 2024 Doors Open Toronto. This year’s theme is hidden histories. \nThe John McKenzie House was built in 1913\, in a style described as Queen Anne Revival\, Arts and Crafts\, and Edwardian. The grand\, red brick house is profiled by a large L-shaped veranda with stylized Doric columns. Significant interior features include the centre hall plan\, a vestibule door and sidelights with beveled and leaded glass\, a large leaded art glass window that lights the landing of the main staircase\, panelled doors\, and original radiators. In 1993\, the Ontario Historical Society (OHS) entered into a partnership with the former City of North York to preserve and restore the John McKenzie House\, which serves as the provincial headquarters of the OHS.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/doors-open-toronto-john-mckenzie-house-2/2024-05-25/
LOCATION:John McKenzie House\, 34 Parkview Ave.\, North York\, Ontario\, M2N 3Y2\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Ontario Historical Society":MAILTO:ohs@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
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SUMMARY:Ontario Women’s History Network 2023 Annual Conference and AGM (In-Person and Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Teaching and Interpreting Human Rights in Ontario’s History \nDates:  Oct. 20-21\, 2023\nLocation:  Toronto\, Ontario (click here to see location details) \nClick here to view the Program for OWHN 2023 Conference \nClick here to view the Paper and Panel Descriptions for the Conference \nClick here to register for the conference \nAbout OWHN\nThe Ontario Women’s History Network (OWHN) encourages the preservation\, production\, and dissemination of women’s and gender history in Ontario\, with a special emphasis on teaching and study of history. We welcome students\, teachers\, museum professionals\, public historians\, professors\, archivists\, librarians\, independent researchers and anyone else interested in women’s and gender history. \nTo see information about previous conferences visit: Past Conferences
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/ontario-womens-history-network-2023-annual-conference-and-agm-in-person-and-virtual-oct-21/
LOCATION:John McKenzie House\, 34 Parkview Ave.\, North York\, Ontario\, M2N 3Y2\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Ontario Women's History Network":MAILTO:info@owhn-rhfo.ca
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SUMMARY:Panoply Theatre Collective at John McKenzie House: A Midsummer Night's Dream
DESCRIPTION:A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM\nSHAKESPEARE’S CLASSIC COMEDY AT A BEAUTIFUL HISTORIC HOUSE!\nSeptember 14th-16th at the John McKenzie House\nThis show is a remount of our June 2023 production – we’re so excited to bring some midsummer magic to North York!\nThis is a Canadian Actors’ Equity Association production under the Artists’ Collective Policy. \nA Midsummer Night’s Dream is a wild and wondrous comedy filled with summer magic! The king & queen of fairies have both arrived in a forest outside of Athens to celebrate the Duke’s upcoming wedding. As their fighting escalates with the use of a powerful love spell\, their fairy servants band together to wreak havoc on the mortals that enter the forest! \nWe are so glad to be receiving support for this production from the WCRA (Willowdale Central Ratepayers Association) and the Ontario Historic Society. \nThis is an outdoor event – there will be seating provided\, but feel free to bring extra blankets/sweaters/snacks/etc. \nIn the case of inclement weather\, we will notify you of any cancellation via email and on our social media channels. Refunds will not be provided in the event of a show cancellation\, however patrons are welcome to transfer their tickets to another performance if applicable. \nThere are public washrooms available onsite (subject to closure). There is free street parking after 6pm.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/panoply-theatre-collective-at-john-mckenzie-house-a-midsummer-nights-dream/2023-09-16/
LOCATION:John McKenzie House\, 34 Parkview Ave.\, North York\, Ontario\, M2N 3Y2\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230915T190000
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SUMMARY:Panoply Theatre Collective at John McKenzie House: A Midsummer Night's Dream
DESCRIPTION:A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM\nSHAKESPEARE’S CLASSIC COMEDY AT A BEAUTIFUL HISTORIC HOUSE!\nSeptember 14th-16th at the John McKenzie House\nThis show is a remount of our June 2023 production – we’re so excited to bring some midsummer magic to North York!\nThis is a Canadian Actors’ Equity Association production under the Artists’ Collective Policy. \nA Midsummer Night’s Dream is a wild and wondrous comedy filled with summer magic! The king & queen of fairies have both arrived in a forest outside of Athens to celebrate the Duke’s upcoming wedding. As their fighting escalates with the use of a powerful love spell\, their fairy servants band together to wreak havoc on the mortals that enter the forest! \nWe are so glad to be receiving support for this production from the WCRA (Willowdale Central Ratepayers Association) and the Ontario Historic Society. \nThis is an outdoor event – there will be seating provided\, but feel free to bring extra blankets/sweaters/snacks/etc. \nIn the case of inclement weather\, we will notify you of any cancellation via email and on our social media channels. Refunds will not be provided in the event of a show cancellation\, however patrons are welcome to transfer their tickets to another performance if applicable. \nThere are public washrooms available onsite (subject to closure). There is free street parking after 6pm.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/panoply-theatre-collective-at-john-mckenzie-house-a-midsummer-nights-dream/2023-09-15/
LOCATION:John McKenzie House\, 34 Parkview Ave.\, North York\, Ontario\, M2N 3Y2\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230914T190000
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SUMMARY:Panoply Theatre Collective at John McKenzie House: A Midsummer Night's Dream
DESCRIPTION:A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM\nSHAKESPEARE’S CLASSIC COMEDY AT A BEAUTIFUL HISTORIC HOUSE!\nSeptember 14th-16th at the John McKenzie House\nThis show is a remount of our June 2023 production – we’re so excited to bring some midsummer magic to North York!\nThis is a Canadian Actors’ Equity Association production under the Artists’ Collective Policy. \nA Midsummer Night’s Dream is a wild and wondrous comedy filled with summer magic! The king & queen of fairies have both arrived in a forest outside of Athens to celebrate the Duke’s upcoming wedding. As their fighting escalates with the use of a powerful love spell\, their fairy servants band together to wreak havoc on the mortals that enter the forest! \nWe are so glad to be receiving support for this production from the WCRA (Willowdale Central Ratepayers Association) and the Ontario Historic Society. \nThis is an outdoor event – there will be seating provided\, but feel free to bring extra blankets/sweaters/snacks/etc. \nIn the case of inclement weather\, we will notify you of any cancellation via email and on our social media channels. Refunds will not be provided in the event of a show cancellation\, however patrons are welcome to transfer their tickets to another performance if applicable. \nThere are public washrooms available onsite (subject to closure). There is free street parking after 6pm.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/panoply-theatre-collective-at-john-mckenzie-house-a-midsummer-nights-dream/2023-09-14/
LOCATION:John McKenzie House\, 34 Parkview Ave.\, North York\, Ontario\, M2N 3Y2\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230622T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230625T170000
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SUMMARY:Anatomy of Siddhartha\, Sculpture Exhibit by Lubo Brezina at the John McKenzie House
DESCRIPTION:Opening: June 22\, 5-10pm\nJune 23 • 10am-5pm\nJune 24 & 25 • 11am-5pm \nLubo Brezina is an artist living and working in Toronto. Since completing a Bachelors\ndegree in Architecture at the University of Toronto in 1996\, Lubo has been exploring\nbuilt work\, sculpture and carving at varying scales\, particularly in wood. He enjoys\ntaking on projects that encourage interaction between people and raw or rural materials\nin an urban setting. His design philosophy is to convey a sense of structure\, detail in\njoinery\, an essence of material\, and a simple aesthetic that deals with proportion and\nmass. Lubo’s work conveys a sensitivity to wood\, its history and applications
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/anatomy-of-siddhartha-sculpture-exhibit-by-lubo-brezina-at-the-john-mckenzie-house/
LOCATION:John McKenzie House\, 34 Parkview Ave.\, North York\, Ontario\, M2N 3Y2\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Doors Open Toronto @ John McKenzie House
DESCRIPTION:The John McKenzie House was built in 1913\, in a style described as Queen Anne Revival\, Arts and Crafts\, and Edwardian. The grand\, red brick house is profiled by a large L-shaped veranda with stylized Doric columns. Significant interior features include the centre hall plan\, a vestibule door and sidelights with beveled and leaded glass\, a large leaded art glass window that lights the landing of the main staircase\, panelled doors\, and original radiators. In 1993\, the Ontario Historical Society (OHS) entered into a partnership with the former City of North York to preserve and restore the John McKenzie House\, which serves as the provincial headquarters of the OHS.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/doors-open-toronto-john-mckenzie-house/2023-05-28/
LOCATION:John McKenzie House\, 34 Parkview Ave.\, North York\, Ontario\, M2N 3Y2\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Doors Open Toronto @ John McKenzie House
DESCRIPTION:The John McKenzie House was built in 1913\, in a style described as Queen Anne Revival\, Arts and Crafts\, and Edwardian. The grand\, red brick house is profiled by a large L-shaped veranda with stylized Doric columns. Significant interior features include the centre hall plan\, a vestibule door and sidelights with beveled and leaded glass\, a large leaded art glass window that lights the landing of the main staircase\, panelled doors\, and original radiators. In 1993\, the Ontario Historical Society (OHS) entered into a partnership with the former City of North York to preserve and restore the John McKenzie House\, which serves as the provincial headquarters of the OHS.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/doors-open-toronto-john-mckenzie-house/2023-05-27/
LOCATION:John McKenzie House\, 34 Parkview Ave.\, North York\, Ontario\, M2N 3Y2\, Canada
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230211T173000
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SUMMARY:Willowdale Central Ratepayer's Association (WCRA): Neighbourhood Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to a community networking event. Meet your neighbours and find out what we are doing to enhance the Willowdale experience! \nThe Willowdale Central group (WCRA) is hosting a community networking event and we are looking for engaged\, community-minded individuals to join us as we explore the following topics: \n1) 2023 Event Planning: We know it can be hard to manage community events\, during this session we will share best practices and success stories. We will also explore partnership opportunities that lighten the burden for those that are interested in hosting an event but lack the volunteers\, time and/or financial means. \n2) Community Challenges & Activism: Willowdale has been transitioning from a suburban neighbourhood to an urban centre over the past 30 years and the pace of change is accelerating. With the transition comes a number of community challenges. During this session we will explore the main issues and determine if there is an interest to address the challenges through community activism. \nWe hope you will join us for this networking event. There is much we can accomplish when we work together and the need has never been greater. Come with an open mind\, a focus on steps that can be taken to enhance our community and good things will follow.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/willowdale-central-ratepayers-association-wcra-neighbourhood-networking-event/
LOCATION:John McKenzie House\, 34 Parkview Ave.\, North York\, Ontario\, M2N 3Y2\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Willowdale Central Ratepayers Association":MAILTO:willowdalecra@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221210T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221210T180000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082223
CREATED:20221117T161401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221117T161401Z
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SUMMARY:Jack Pine Gallery Holiday Artisan Market at John McKenzie House
DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand\, the Holiday Artisan Market brings together local artisan makers so you can discover unique\, one of a kind gifts. \nCelebrate the season on the grounds of historic John Mckenzie House. A perfect venue to discover a wide range of artisan makers; gift cards\, paintings and prints\, pottery\, chocolate\, jewelry\, wearables and more! \nYou’re not just giving a gift when you shop the Holiday Artisan Market\, you’re celebrating local Ontario talent. The perfect gifts from everyone on your list \nShop local\, support local!
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/jack-pine-gallery-holiday-artisan-market-at-john-mckenzie-house/
LOCATION:John McKenzie House\, 34 Parkview Ave.\, North York\, Ontario\, M2N 3Y2\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Jack Pine Gallery":MAILTO:sboyleto@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221023T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221023T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082223
CREATED:20221021T164950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221021T165032Z
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SUMMARY:Jack Pine Gallery Fall Art Show & Sale
DESCRIPTION:Art show and sale featuring 20 local and regional artists. This is a great opportunity to discover emerging Contemporary Canadian painters. A wide variety of artwork will be on display. \nJack Pine Gallery\, in partnership with the Ontario Historical Society\, are proud to present the Fall Art Show & Sale. This event is running Oct 22 and 23 from 11am-5pm on this historic grounds of John Mckenzie House. Come out and view the work of 20 emerging Canadian artists. A wide variety of artwork will be on display and can be purchased at reasonable prices. A great opportunity for those looking to purchase artwork and support local talent.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/jack-pine-gallery-fall-art-show-sale-oct23/
LOCATION:John McKenzie House\, 34 Parkview Ave.\, North York\, Ontario\, M2N 3Y2\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Jack Pine Gallery":MAILTO:sboyleto@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221022T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221022T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082223
CREATED:20221021T164819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221021T165115Z
UID:10000748-1666436400-1666458000@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
SUMMARY:Jack Pine Gallery Fall Art Show & Sale
DESCRIPTION:Art show and sale featuring 20 local and regional artists. This is a great opportunity to discover emerging Contemporary Canadian painters. A wide variety of artwork will be on display. \nJack Pine Gallery\, in partnership with the Ontario Historical Society\, are proud to present the Fall Art Show & Sale. This event is running Oct 22 and 23 from 11am-5pm on this historic grounds of John Mckenzie House. Come out and view the work of 20 emerging Canadian artists. A wide variety of artwork will be on display and can be purchased at reasonable prices. A great opportunity for those looking to purchase artwork and support local talent.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/jack-pine-gallery-fall-art-show-sale-oct22/
LOCATION:John McKenzie House\, 34 Parkview Ave.\, North York\, Ontario\, M2N 3Y2\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Jack Pine Gallery":MAILTO:sboyleto@gmail.com
GEO:43.771519;-79.4113408
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221005T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221005T210000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082223
CREATED:20220929T141529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T141529Z
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SUMMARY:Willowdale Municipal Candidates Meeting at John McKenzie House
DESCRIPTION:A municipal candidates meeting hosted by the WCRA (Willowdale Central Ratepayers Association) will take place on Wednesday Oct 5th at the John McKenzie Historic House (34 Parkview Ave) from 7:00 – 9:00pm.  \nThe meeting will feature Willowdale candidates Markus O’Brien-Fehr\, Daniel Lee and Lily Cheng. The meeting will start with a moderated discussion on the key issues facing the city and our ward. Then there will be a break to allow for small group discussions with the candidates. \nThis event represents a great opportunity to hear directly from the candidates that are looking to represent our interests over the coming 4 years.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/willowdale-municipal-candidates-meeting-at-john-mckenzie-house/
LOCATION:John McKenzie House\, 34 Parkview Ave.\, North York\, Ontario\, M2N 3Y2\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Willowdale Central Ratepayers Association":MAILTO:willowdalecra@gmail.com
GEO:43.771519;-79.4113408
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220813T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220813T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082223
CREATED:20220727T211211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220727T211407Z
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SUMMARY:Toronto Book Launch for "The Castleton Massacre"
DESCRIPTION:Join authors Sharon Anne Cook & Margaret Carson for the Toronto book launch of “The Castleton Massacre at John McKenzie House on August 13th from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. \nThe Castleton Massacre: Survivors’ Stories of the Killins Femicide\nby Sharon Anne Cook & Margaret Carson\nA former United Church minister massacres his family. What led to this act of femicide\, and why were his victims forgotten? \nOn May 2\, 1963\, Robert Killins\, a former United Church minister\, slaughtered every woman in his family but one. She (and her brother) lived to tell the story of what motivated a talented man who had been widely admired\, a scholar and graduate from Queen’s University\, to stalk and terrorize the women in his family for almost twenty years and then murder them. \nThrough extensive oral histories\, Cook and Carson painstakingly trace the causes of a femicide in which four women and two unborn babies were murdered over the course of one bloody evening. While they situate this murderous rampage in the literature on domestic abuse and mass murders\, they also explore how the two traumatized child survivors found their way back to health and happiness. Told through vivid first-person accounts\, this family memoir explores how a murderer was created. \nAuthor’s website: https://sharonannecook.com/ \nBuy the book: https://www.dundurn.com/books_/t22117/a9781459749863-the-castleton-massacre
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/toronto-book-launch-for-the-castleton-massacre/
LOCATION:John McKenzie House\, 34 Parkview Ave.\, North York\, Ontario\, M2N 3Y2\, Canada
GEO:43.771519;-79.4113408
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220529T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220529T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082223
CREATED:20220504T134202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220504T134559Z
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SUMMARY:Doors Open Toronto 2022 at John McKenzie House
DESCRIPTION:The Ontario Historical Society is pleased to participate again this year in Doors Open Toronto\, on Saturday May 28 and Sunday May 29\, 2022. Please visit us at the historic John McKenzie House at 34 Parkview Avenue in Willowdale\, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.\, with last entry at 4:45 p.m. \nArchitecture\nYear: 1913 \nStyle: Edwardian (1900-1916) \nOriginal Architect: John McKenzie \nBuilding Description\nThe John McKenzie House was built in 1913\, in a style that has been described as Queen Anne Revival\, Arts and Crafts\, and Edwardian. The grand red brick house is profiled by a large L -shaped veranda with stylized Doric columns. Significant interior features include the centre hall plan\, a vestibule door and sidelights with bevelled leaded glass\, a large leaded art glass window that lights the landing of the main staircase\, panelled doors\, and original radiators. \nIn 1993\, the Ontario Historical Society (OHS) entered into a partnership with the former City of North York to preserve and restore the John McKenzie House\, which serves as the provincial headquarters of the OHS. In 2016\, a slate roof restoration project was completed to return the roof back to its original condition. \nVisitor Experience\nVisitors to the John McKenzie House can learn about the history of the house\, which was slated for demolition in the early 1990s. The house was ultimately saved and restored by the Ontario Historical Society (OHS) with support from the local Willowdale community. Hear about the role the John McKenzie House has played in the history of the neighbourhood. \nVisitors will also be able to visit the adjacent buildings and grounds. This includes the Coach House which houses the OHS library\, stable\, and milk house and Parkview Neighbourhood Garden\, where volunteers will be working (weather permitting). Staff of the OHS will also offer insight into how a not-for-profit heritage organization works across Ontario to help protect and preserve our natural and built heritage. \nPhotography / Filming\nInterior photography permitted\, including tripod\nInterior filming permitted\, without tripod \nAccessibility Notes\nRamp access to ground floor at rear entrance. Stair-only access to second floor (1 flight\, 14 steps). \nCovid-19 Precautions\nMask wearing and hand sanitizing are highly encouraged.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/doors-open-toronto-2022-at-john-mckenzie-house/2022-05-29/
LOCATION:John McKenzie House\, 34 Parkview Ave.\, North York\, Ontario\, M2N 3Y2\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220528T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220528T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082223
CREATED:20220504T134202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220504T134559Z
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SUMMARY:Doors Open Toronto 2022 at John McKenzie House
DESCRIPTION:The Ontario Historical Society is pleased to participate again this year in Doors Open Toronto\, on Saturday May 28 and Sunday May 29\, 2022. Please visit us at the historic John McKenzie House at 34 Parkview Avenue in Willowdale\, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.\, with last entry at 4:45 p.m. \nArchitecture\nYear: 1913 \nStyle: Edwardian (1900-1916) \nOriginal Architect: John McKenzie \nBuilding Description\nThe John McKenzie House was built in 1913\, in a style that has been described as Queen Anne Revival\, Arts and Crafts\, and Edwardian. The grand red brick house is profiled by a large L -shaped veranda with stylized Doric columns. Significant interior features include the centre hall plan\, a vestibule door and sidelights with bevelled leaded glass\, a large leaded art glass window that lights the landing of the main staircase\, panelled doors\, and original radiators. \nIn 1993\, the Ontario Historical Society (OHS) entered into a partnership with the former City of North York to preserve and restore the John McKenzie House\, which serves as the provincial headquarters of the OHS. In 2016\, a slate roof restoration project was completed to return the roof back to its original condition. \nVisitor Experience\nVisitors to the John McKenzie House can learn about the history of the house\, which was slated for demolition in the early 1990s. The house was ultimately saved and restored by the Ontario Historical Society (OHS) with support from the local Willowdale community. Hear about the role the John McKenzie House has played in the history of the neighbourhood. \nVisitors will also be able to visit the adjacent buildings and grounds. This includes the Coach House which houses the OHS library\, stable\, and milk house and Parkview Neighbourhood Garden\, where volunteers will be working (weather permitting). Staff of the OHS will also offer insight into how a not-for-profit heritage organization works across Ontario to help protect and preserve our natural and built heritage. \nPhotography / Filming\nInterior photography permitted\, including tripod\nInterior filming permitted\, without tripod \nAccessibility Notes\nRamp access to ground floor at rear entrance. Stair-only access to second floor (1 flight\, 14 steps). \nCovid-19 Precautions\nMask wearing and hand sanitizing are highly encouraged.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/doors-open-toronto-2022-at-john-mckenzie-house/2022-05-28/
LOCATION:John McKenzie House\, 34 Parkview Ave.\, North York\, Ontario\, M2N 3Y2\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20190526T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20190526T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082223
CREATED:20190515T172207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190515T172956Z
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SUMMARY:Doors Open Toronto 2019 at John McKenzie House
DESCRIPTION:The Ontario Historical Society is pleased to participate again this year in Doors Open Toronto\, on Saturday May 25 and Sunday May 26\, 2019. Please visit us at the historic John McKenzie House at 34 Parkview Avenue in Willowdale\, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.\, with last entry at 4:30 p.m. \nArchitecture\nYear: 1913 \nStyle: Edwardian (1900-1916) \nOriginal Architect: John McKenzie \nBuilding Description\nThe John McKenzie House was built in 1913\, in a style that has been described as Queen Anne Revival\, Arts and Crafts\, and Edwardian. The grand red brick house is profiled by a large L -shaped veranda with stylized Doric columns. Significant interior features include the centre hall plan\, a vestibule door and sidelights with bevelled leaded glass\, a large leaded art glass window that lights the landing of the main staircase\, panelled doors\, and original radiators. \nIn 1993\, the Ontario Historical Society (OHS) entered into a partnership with the former City of North York to preserve and restore the John McKenzie House\, which serves as the provincial headquarters of the OHS. In 2016\, a slate roof restoration project was completed to return the roof back to its original condition. \nVisitor Experience\nVisitors to the John McKenzie House can learn about the history of the house\, which was slated for demolition in the early 1990s. The house was ultimately saved and restored by the Ontario Historical Society (OHS) with support from the local Willowdale community. Hear about the role the John McKenzie House has played in the history of the neighbourhood. \nVisitors will also be able to visit the adjacent buildings and grounds. This includes the Coach House which houses the OHS library\, stable\, and milk house and Parkview Neighbourhood Garden. Staff of the OHS will also offer insight into how a not-for-profit heritage organization works across Ontario to help protect and preserve our natural and built heritage. \nTours\nTours throughout the day but non-scheduled. \nPhotography / Filming\nInterior photography permitted\, including tripod\nInterior filming permitted\, without tripod \nAccessibility Notes\nRamp access to ground floor at rear entrance. Stair-only access to second floor (1 flight\, 14 steps).
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/doors-open-toronto-2019-at-john-mckenzie-house/2019-05-26/
LOCATION:John McKenzie House\, 34 Parkview Ave.\, North York\, Ontario\, M2N 3Y2\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20190525T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20190525T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082223
CREATED:20190515T172207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190515T172956Z
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SUMMARY:Doors Open Toronto 2019 at John McKenzie House
DESCRIPTION:The Ontario Historical Society is pleased to participate again this year in Doors Open Toronto\, on Saturday May 25 and Sunday May 26\, 2019. Please visit us at the historic John McKenzie House at 34 Parkview Avenue in Willowdale\, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.\, with last entry at 4:30 p.m. \nArchitecture\nYear: 1913 \nStyle: Edwardian (1900-1916) \nOriginal Architect: John McKenzie \nBuilding Description\nThe John McKenzie House was built in 1913\, in a style that has been described as Queen Anne Revival\, Arts and Crafts\, and Edwardian. The grand red brick house is profiled by a large L -shaped veranda with stylized Doric columns. Significant interior features include the centre hall plan\, a vestibule door and sidelights with bevelled leaded glass\, a large leaded art glass window that lights the landing of the main staircase\, panelled doors\, and original radiators. \nIn 1993\, the Ontario Historical Society (OHS) entered into a partnership with the former City of North York to preserve and restore the John McKenzie House\, which serves as the provincial headquarters of the OHS. In 2016\, a slate roof restoration project was completed to return the roof back to its original condition. \nVisitor Experience\nVisitors to the John McKenzie House can learn about the history of the house\, which was slated for demolition in the early 1990s. The house was ultimately saved and restored by the Ontario Historical Society (OHS) with support from the local Willowdale community. Hear about the role the John McKenzie House has played in the history of the neighbourhood. \nVisitors will also be able to visit the adjacent buildings and grounds. This includes the Coach House which houses the OHS library\, stable\, and milk house and Parkview Neighbourhood Garden. Staff of the OHS will also offer insight into how a not-for-profit heritage organization works across Ontario to help protect and preserve our natural and built heritage. \nTours\nTours throughout the day but non-scheduled. \nPhotography / Filming\nInterior photography permitted\, including tripod\nInterior filming permitted\, without tripod \nAccessibility Notes\nRamp access to ground floor at rear entrance. Stair-only access to second floor (1 flight\, 14 steps).
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/doors-open-toronto-2019-at-john-mckenzie-house/2019-05-25/
LOCATION:John McKenzie House\, 34 Parkview Ave.\, North York\, Ontario\, M2N 3Y2\, Canada
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