(Joan Fraser, Jim Evans, Chris Winger & Julie Winger from the Oxford Film Premier of “A Desert Between Us & Them” on June 6, 2014 at the Beachville & District Museum.) (Consent given/used with permission.)
Oxford Community Events
Annandale National Historic Site Events:
30 Tillson Ave, Tillsonburg ON N4G 2Z8, Phone: 519-842-2294
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The Ingersoll Cheese & Agricultural Museum
290 Harris St, Ingersoll ON N5C 1C8, Phone: 519-485-5510
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Thomas Ingersoll Day - Sunday March 24, 2019
PARTY LIKE IT’S 1749 – CELEBRATE THE BIRTHDAY OF INGERSOLL’S FOUNDER
"Birthdays are meant to be celebrated with flair! After all, it isn’t every day that a fellow turns 270 years old!
On Sunday, March 24th between 1:00 and 4:00pm, you are invited to join in the birthday festivities as the Ingersoll Cheese & Agricultural Museum hosts Thomas Ingersoll Day.
The founder and namesake of our community was born on March 24, 1749 in Great Barrington, Massachusetts. He came to Upper Canada and was given a land grant of 66,000 acres by Lieutenant-Governor John Graves Simcoe along with the task of settling a group of some 40 families in a raw forest tract near the Thames River. This he did in 1793 by establishing Oxford-on-the-Thames, the community that would later be renamed in his given a land grant of 66,000 acres by Lieutenant-Governor John Graves Simcoe along with the task of settling a group of some 40 families in a raw forest tract near the Thames River. This he did in 1793 by establishing Oxford-on-the-Thames, the community that would later be renamed in his honour.
Join us as we celebrate the birth of our community’s founder with outdoor and indoor games, a presentation about Thomas' life and times by Professor George Emery at 2pm, story time with Miss Gail at 3:00 pm, and cake!
What would a birthday be without cake? Don’t miss the official birthday celebration at 2:30 where you can enjoy a piece of cake from The Olde Bakery Café.
Please, no presents!
For more information, call 519-485-5510 (From Ingersoll Cheese & Agricultural Museum website)
"Birthdays are meant to be celebrated with flair! After all, it isn’t every day that a fellow turns 270 years old!
On Sunday, March 24th between 1:00 and 4:00pm, you are invited to join in the birthday festivities as the Ingersoll Cheese & Agricultural Museum hosts Thomas Ingersoll Day.
The founder and namesake of our community was born on March 24, 1749 in Great Barrington, Massachusetts. He came to Upper Canada and was given a land grant of 66,000 acres by Lieutenant-Governor John Graves Simcoe along with the task of settling a group of some 40 families in a raw forest tract near the Thames River. This he did in 1793 by establishing Oxford-on-the-Thames, the community that would later be renamed in his given a land grant of 66,000 acres by Lieutenant-Governor John Graves Simcoe along with the task of settling a group of some 40 families in a raw forest tract near the Thames River. This he did in 1793 by establishing Oxford-on-the-Thames, the community that would later be renamed in his honour.
Join us as we celebrate the birth of our community’s founder with outdoor and indoor games, a presentation about Thomas' life and times by Professor George Emery at 2pm, story time with Miss Gail at 3:00 pm, and cake!
What would a birthday be without cake? Don’t miss the official birthday celebration at 2:30 where you can enjoy a piece of cake from The Olde Bakery Café.
Please, no presents!
For more information, call 519-485-5510 (From Ingersoll Cheese & Agricultural Museum website)
Norwich and District Museum & Archives Upcoming Events
89 Stover Street North, Norwich, ON Phone: 519-863-3101
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Wednesday April 10, 2018 - 11:00 a.m.
"For those interested in nature, especially bird watching, should come hear guest speaker, Richard Skevington, present on the History of Birding. As a long-time bird watching enthusiast and blogger, Richard can provide insight into the history of birding and his own experiences."
Wednesday May 8, 2019 - 11:00 a.m.
"Guest speaker Gordon Harrison's parents Doug and Edith Harrison lived in Norwich for most of their lives, though they moved to Burgessville for a few years. Gord retired from teaching in 2002 and from writing one of London's newspapers in 2013 after producing a weekly column for ten years. He now spends spare time in a woodworking shop and collecting and sharing information related to his father's WWII experiences. That information will form the heart of the presentation."
"For those interested in nature, especially bird watching, should come hear guest speaker, Richard Skevington, present on the History of Birding. As a long-time bird watching enthusiast and blogger, Richard can provide insight into the history of birding and his own experiences."
Wednesday May 8, 2019 - 11:00 a.m.
"Guest speaker Gordon Harrison's parents Doug and Edith Harrison lived in Norwich for most of their lives, though they moved to Burgessville for a few years. Gord retired from teaching in 2002 and from writing one of London's newspapers in 2013 after producing a weekly column for ten years. He now spends spare time in a woodworking shop and collecting and sharing information related to his father's WWII experiences. That information will form the heart of the presentation."
All Lunch and Learn Talks will be held at the Norwich and District Historical Society, 89 Stover Street North, Norwich, ON
South Norwich Historical Society
225422 Otterville Rd., Otterville, ON N0J 1R0
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The Plattsville & District Heritage Society
816661 Oxford Rd 22, Chesterfield, ON, Phone: 519-684-7225
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Delhi Tobacco Museum & Heritage Centre
200 Talbot Road, Delhi, ON Phone: 519-582-0278 delhi.museum@norfolkcounty.ca
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Upcoming Events:
Paul E. Allen Presents: When Tobacco Was King
Friday April 26 7:00 p.m.
"Paul Allen, author of When Tobacco Was King, will make a return engagement April 26th at 7 pm to the Delhi Tobacco Museum to tell the story of his book as well as an in depth look of the tobacco industry’s historical and cultural impact on Southern Ontario.
Admission: by Donation
Annual Indoor Streetscape Yard Sale
Saturday May 18 – 8 a.m. to Noon
Join us for a vast selection of goods at our annual yard sale in support of the Museum! Also, be sure to visit the Delhi & District Horticultural Society Annual Plant & Bake Sale hosted on the Museum’s grounds." (From Delhi Tobacco Museum & Heritage Centre website)
Friday April 26 7:00 p.m.
"Paul Allen, author of When Tobacco Was King, will make a return engagement April 26th at 7 pm to the Delhi Tobacco Museum to tell the story of his book as well as an in depth look of the tobacco industry’s historical and cultural impact on Southern Ontario.
Admission: by Donation
Annual Indoor Streetscape Yard Sale
Saturday May 18 – 8 a.m. to Noon
Join us for a vast selection of goods at our annual yard sale in support of the Museum! Also, be sure to visit the Delhi & District Horticultural Society Annual Plant & Bake Sale hosted on the Museum’s grounds." (From Delhi Tobacco Museum & Heritage Centre website)
Workshops:
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Pysanky – Ukrainian Egg Decorating
Saturday March 30– 1 to 4 p.m. Learn the basics of pysanky, a wax-resist, batik method of decorating eggs using traditional Ukrainian folk art designs. All supplies are provided. Pre-registration required. Registration Fee: $35/person *kit included |
Belgian Bobbins, Lace and Brews Workshop
Friday May 24 – 6 to 9 p.m.
One night only! Try out two of Belgium’s favourite crafts! Learn how to make beautiful Belgian Lace, an easier-than-it-looks skill practised for over 600 years. We will have a selection of local Belgian Beer on hand for you to sample as well! Light bites included. Must by 19+ to attend.
Pre-registration Required.
Registration Fee: $45/person (From Delhi Tobacco Museum & Heritage Centre website)
Friday May 24 – 6 to 9 p.m.
One night only! Try out two of Belgium’s favourite crafts! Learn how to make beautiful Belgian Lace, an easier-than-it-looks skill practised for over 600 years. We will have a selection of local Belgian Beer on hand for you to sample as well! Light bites included. Must by 19+ to attend.
Pre-registration Required.
Registration Fee: $45/person (From Delhi Tobacco Museum & Heritage Centre website)
Oxford County Cheese Trail
(From Oxford Tourism website)
Visit Oxford County Cheese Trail website
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