Christmas Craft & Bake Sale
Saturday, November 28th, 10a.m. to 2p.m.
The ladies at the Homestead Café are baking up a storm so you don’t
have to! You’ll find a plethora of homemade pies, cookies, and squares.
Find just the right stocking stuffer or gift for that certain someone.
“Ringing in the Holidays” Yuletide Celebration
December 1st - 24th
Tuesday to Sunday, 9:30a.m. to 4:30p.m.
Haul out the holly! A traditional Victorian Christmas abounds with
plenty of garlands, greenery, and holiday cheer. See how many of our
own Yuletide traditions came into being over 100 years ago.
Holiday Lamplight Tours
December 12th and 13th
5p.m. to 8p.m.
An evening visit to the Bell’s home at our favourite time of the year will
enliven everyone’s holiday spirit. The Homestead and Henderson Home
come to life amid the glow of candles and oil lamps while the aroma of
Yuletide baking wafts its way from the kitchen and live musical
entertainment fills the drawing room with the sounds of yesteryear.
Admission by donation.
Also join us at our Café for Christmas dinner both nights $19.95 per
person. (reservations required).
Bell Homestead National Historic Site
94 Tutela Heights Road
Brantford, ON
N3T 1A1
Telephone: 519.756.6220
Monday, November 23, 2009
CANADIAN NAVY CENTENNIAL
The aim of the Canadian Naval Centennial is to build and strengthen in Canadians an appreciation for their navy and to promote the role of the navy within the Canadian Forces in a maritime nation like Canada. The theme is to “Bring the Navy to Canadians” and events will be focused to honour the past, to showcase the current navy and to reinforce the requirement for the future navy.
The navy, along with several civilian naval-oriented groups, has commenced planning for 2010 activities across the country. Major international fleet assemblies are scheduled for June 2010 in Victoria and a month later in Halifax during the Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo. As well, a group of naval warships will visit Toronto during the Canadian National Exhibition and an increased number of port visits are planned for both coasts and in the St. Lawrence and Great Lakes.
The Naval Reserves, with their 24 divisions in cities across Canada, are key to promoting the centennial and the navy across the country. There are several activities both local and of a national nature that they are considering including “Freedom's of the City” parades, open houses, a cross-country run along the Canada Trail and other projects in cooperation with their municipality and local naval service groups.
An activity that promotes the underlying centennial theme is to develop a traveling road show, consisting of a small musical revue with naval band, an exhibition of naval artefacts and naval art. This troupe would, over the course of the centennial year, perform in many cities and towns across the country.
Another initiative being explored is for the navy to have a prominent role at major sporting events, exhibitions and other national cultural events during 2010.
Both Canada Post and the Royal Canadian Mint are considering a naval centennial stamp and coin respectively to commemorate this historic milestone. There are several other projects being progressed including the commissioning of a set of paintings and a coffee table book to commemorate the navy over the past one hundred years
Other ideas include a commemorative sword, historical conferences in Halifax and Ottawa, parades and dinners. Plans are underway to send to every First Nations people, city, town and region that has been honoured by having a Canadian warship named after it, information about their namesake ship so that they may have the opportunity to promote that ship, and thus, the Canadian Navy during the centennial year.
The centennial will be a momentous milestone both in our navy and nation’s history. We will honour the past, celebrate our achievements and recognize our obligation to Canada with the naval centennial slogan: Commemorate, Celebrate, Commit.
Canadians are encouraged to become involved in the centennial of our nation’s navy by joining in any of the public celebrations occurring near you.
http://www.navy.forces.gc.ca/centennial/
The navy, along with several civilian naval-oriented groups, has commenced planning for 2010 activities across the country. Major international fleet assemblies are scheduled for June 2010 in Victoria and a month later in Halifax during the Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo. As well, a group of naval warships will visit Toronto during the Canadian National Exhibition and an increased number of port visits are planned for both coasts and in the St. Lawrence and Great Lakes.
The Naval Reserves, with their 24 divisions in cities across Canada, are key to promoting the centennial and the navy across the country. There are several activities both local and of a national nature that they are considering including “Freedom's of the City” parades, open houses, a cross-country run along the Canada Trail and other projects in cooperation with their municipality and local naval service groups.
An activity that promotes the underlying centennial theme is to develop a traveling road show, consisting of a small musical revue with naval band, an exhibition of naval artefacts and naval art. This troupe would, over the course of the centennial year, perform in many cities and towns across the country.
Another initiative being explored is for the navy to have a prominent role at major sporting events, exhibitions and other national cultural events during 2010.
Both Canada Post and the Royal Canadian Mint are considering a naval centennial stamp and coin respectively to commemorate this historic milestone. There are several other projects being progressed including the commissioning of a set of paintings and a coffee table book to commemorate the navy over the past one hundred years
Other ideas include a commemorative sword, historical conferences in Halifax and Ottawa, parades and dinners. Plans are underway to send to every First Nations people, city, town and region that has been honoured by having a Canadian warship named after it, information about their namesake ship so that they may have the opportunity to promote that ship, and thus, the Canadian Navy during the centennial year.
The centennial will be a momentous milestone both in our navy and nation’s history. We will honour the past, celebrate our achievements and recognize our obligation to Canada with the naval centennial slogan: Commemorate, Celebrate, Commit.
Canadians are encouraged to become involved in the centennial of our nation’s navy by joining in any of the public celebrations occurring near you.
http://www.navy.forces.gc.ca/centennial/
OPP: A CENTURY OF POLICING
Now until January 29, 2010
The OPP Museum’s current exhibition, FRONTIERS: A CENTURY OF POLICING, highlights key moments in OPP history, both early and recent, through a selection of compelling images, artifacts and personal stories which celebrate the last century of the Ontario Provincial Police.
The OPP Museum
777 Memorial Avenue
Orilllia, Ontario
L3V 7V3
Planning a Visit?
Just minutes from downtown Orillia, The OPP Museum is located right inside Ontario Provincial Police General Headquarters (GHQ). Visits to the museum are self-guided. The self-guided tour brochure for GHQ is available at the main information desk, and inside the museum. To book a self-guided group visit to the museum for groups more than 10, please call ahead of time (705) 329-6889.
Visitors are also welcome to stroll along inside the public front of GHQ and enjoy the OPP displays, visit The Off Duty ShOPP (705-329-6280) and pause for refreshments at The Steak-Out Cafeteria (705-329-6523).
Major exhibits are featured in the museum’s main gallery and smaller displays are created throughout the year. Interactive and hands-on elements in the activity area provide a learning experience for people of all ages. Community Service Officers, teachers and group leaders are encouraged to use the museum as a learning resource.
Museum Hours
Open year-round, Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Please note: The OPP Museum is closed on statutory holidays
The OPP Museum’s current exhibition, FRONTIERS: A CENTURY OF POLICING, highlights key moments in OPP history, both early and recent, through a selection of compelling images, artifacts and personal stories which celebrate the last century of the Ontario Provincial Police.
The OPP Museum
777 Memorial Avenue
Orilllia, Ontario
L3V 7V3
Planning a Visit?
Just minutes from downtown Orillia, The OPP Museum is located right inside Ontario Provincial Police General Headquarters (GHQ). Visits to the museum are self-guided. The self-guided tour brochure for GHQ is available at the main information desk, and inside the museum. To book a self-guided group visit to the museum for groups more than 10, please call ahead of time (705) 329-6889.
Visitors are also welcome to stroll along inside the public front of GHQ and enjoy the OPP displays, visit The Off Duty ShOPP (705-329-6280) and pause for refreshments at The Steak-Out Cafeteria (705-329-6523).
Major exhibits are featured in the museum’s main gallery and smaller displays are created throughout the year. Interactive and hands-on elements in the activity area provide a learning experience for people of all ages. Community Service Officers, teachers and group leaders are encouraged to use the museum as a learning resource.
Museum Hours
Open year-round, Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Please note: The OPP Museum is closed on statutory holidays
PADDLE SONG - DINNER THEATRE DECEMBER 4,5,6,11 & 12
PADDLE SONG - THE DINNER THEATRE
DECEMBER 4,5,6,11 & 12 -
Doors open at 6 pm - Dinner served at 6:30 pm
In conjunction with the exhibit "Faithfully Yours", the Woodland Cultural Centre is pleased to bring back this popular holiday event! Featuring the musical "Paddle Song" written by Dinah Christie and starring Cheri Maracle dircted by Pamela Matthews, this season's Dinner Theatre showcases the life and adventures of Mohawk poetess Pauline Johnson.
Each night begins with a delicious four course meal inspired by Indigenous and contemporary cuisines. Tickets must be reserved ahead of time - so call now to reserve your spot. Friends/Members of the Museum receive a discount on their ticket!
Tickets $50.00 per person.
The Woodland Cultural Centre
184 Mohawk Street
Brandford ON,
N3T 5V6
Phone: (519)759-2650
DECEMBER 4,5,6,11 & 12 -
Doors open at 6 pm - Dinner served at 6:30 pm
In conjunction with the exhibit "Faithfully Yours", the Woodland Cultural Centre is pleased to bring back this popular holiday event! Featuring the musical "Paddle Song" written by Dinah Christie and starring Cheri Maracle dircted by Pamela Matthews, this season's Dinner Theatre showcases the life and adventures of Mohawk poetess Pauline Johnson.
Each night begins with a delicious four course meal inspired by Indigenous and contemporary cuisines. Tickets must be reserved ahead of time - so call now to reserve your spot. Friends/Members of the Museum receive a discount on their ticket!
Tickets $50.00 per person.
The Woodland Cultural Centre
184 Mohawk Street
Brandford ON,
N3T 5V6
Phone: (519)759-2650
County of Brant Library Digital Project Lauch
DIGITAL PROJECT LAUNCH
The County of Brant Public Library is proud to announce the upcoming launch of its new Digital Collections. Their inaugural project is all about the history of Paris, Ontario, with special emphasis on its founder, Hiram Capron.
Join the project staff to get the very first look at this wonderful new electronic resource which allows the world to view original historical documents from the 19th century including personal letters, maps, and more.
Hiram Capron himself might also make an appearance!
Refreshments will be served.
What: Digital Collection Project Launch
When: Sunday December 6, 2009
Time: 12:00 PM—4:00 PM
Cost: Free
The support of the Government of Ontario, through the Ministry of Culture, is gratefully acknowledged.
The County of Brant Public Library is proud to announce the upcoming launch of its new Digital Collections. Their inaugural project is all about the history of Paris, Ontario, with special emphasis on its founder, Hiram Capron.
Join the project staff to get the very first look at this wonderful new electronic resource which allows the world to view original historical documents from the 19th century including personal letters, maps, and more.
Hiram Capron himself might also make an appearance!
Refreshments will be served.
What: Digital Collection Project Launch
When: Sunday December 6, 2009
Time: 12:00 PM—4:00 PM
Cost: Free
The support of the Government of Ontario, through the Ministry of Culture, is gratefully acknowledged.
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