Oxford Historical Society

Ontario Ancestors Present – Zoom Meeting Monday October 21, 2024 at 7pm!

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Hello Everyone,

Please see this guest post from the Oxford Branch of Ontario Ancestors:

Please join us on Zoom on Monday, October 21st at 7:00 pm when speaker Peg Perry will tell the story of David Morton Gerrie, a member of a Zorra township farm family, was one of the many young men who perished in the Great War. In October, as we prepare for Remembrance Day, we will tell his story using his diary, accompanied by photographs captured with his camera. Along this journey, we will explore resources, beyond the typical birth, marriage, and death records, which help family storytellers to create vivid and comprehensive portraits of individuals.

Pictured above Morton and his beloved Indian Motorcycle in the front yard of the family farmhouse on Hwy 2 just outside of Ingersoll

Please visit our website at https://oxford.ogs.on.ca and click on the link “Register Here” for the zoom meeting.  The meeting is free and we welcome everyone.

Liz Buchanan
Oxford Branch Publicity Coordinator
Ontario Ancestors
Ph: 519-421-1700

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MCA 2024 Cemetery Tour – Saturday, October 5, 2024!

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Hello Everyone,

Please see this guest post from the Middlesex Centre Archives:

MCA is thrilled to share that we have planned our next cemetery bus tour!

The tour begins in Delaware at 10 a.m. and will finish in Delaware at 4:30. Participants will visit three historic cemeteries in Middlesex Centre, with knowledgeable tour guides/historians. There will be time to explore and ask questions. You never know who or what you’ll find!

The small print:
– The bus will leave and return to Delaware Community Centre. Please park in the back lot of the Community Centre.
– Please bring a bagged lunch.  
– Please dress according to the weather, including proper footwear.  The tour will take place rain or shine
– The bus is not accessible.
– All attendees will receive an email with additional information and instructions prior to event.Cost is $25 for current MCA Members and $30 for non-members.
Price includes bus transportation to all sites

Registration and payment is due by September 30th.  Please use the online registration form and follow instructions for payment options. We hope you’ll be able to join us!

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OxHS Meeting – Tuesday, September 24, 2024!

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Mel’s Fish n Chips
360 Dundas St.
Woodstock ON N4S 1B7

Dinner off the menu, reservations required, starting at 5pm

Meeting at 6:45pm

Presented by Brenda Boswell, Secretary, Oxford Historical Society,
 who started washing dishes at Baird’s Fish & Chips at age 12!

Fish & Chips wrapped in newspaper and the smell of vinegar and frying oil evokes warm memories for most people who have ever lived in Woodstock. 

See the original custom art deco fryer imported from Great Britain, hear the history of fish and chips in Woodstock and view the Eric Dwyer original nautical themed paintings gracing the walls for over 50 years.  Of course, there will be lots of behind-the-scenes stories about the longest running restaurant in Woodstock.

For guaranteed seating, make a reservation and come for dinner. 
There is a limit of 50 seats available.  Ordering will be off the menu.

Walk-ins at 6:30 are welcome, depending on seating availability.  

For dinner reservations starting at 5:00, contact Kathie Richards by email:  Kathie@bell.net.

Poster for sharing: Mom & Dad and Little Nippers

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Homes Needed for the Spirit of Christmas Home Tour!!!

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Hello Everyone,
Please see this guest post from the Woodstock Museum NHS:

Do you love to deck your halls for the holidays? Are you obsessed with ornaments? Is your Christmas village a miniature marvel?

The Museum Advisory Committee is looking for historic and modern homes to participate in the Spirit of Christmas Tour of Homes on Saturday, November 30! Contact us by Aug. 16 to let us know if you’re interested.

You’ll receive two free tickets to the tour, a one-year membership to the museum and a restaurant gift card. Need decorating assistance? We’re happy to reach out to local businesses on your behalf! We also supply volunteer greeters for the event and plastic bags for visitors to carry their shoes.

To contact the Woodstock Museum NHS: museum@cityofwoodstock.ca or at 519-537-8411 x2901

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If you would like your event or article published (relating to Oxford County ON or South-Western ON), on the Society’s blog please email us at info@oxhs.ca

OxHS Presents Ingersoll Rural Cemetery Walking Tour!

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Hello Everyone,

Please join Scott Gillies on Saturday, August 10, 2024 at 10am for a walking tour of the Ingersoll Rural Cemetery!

Learn about some local families and interesting individuals who helped to shape Ingersoll!

Please share this poster – OxHS Presents Ingersoll Rural Cemetery Walk – and invite your friends to join you on a wonderful walking tour!

The OxHS is now on Facebook and Instagram, to like us search: OxfordHistoricalSociety1897
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If you would like your event or article published (relating to Oxford County ON or South-Western ON), on the Society’s blog please email us at info@oxhs.ca