Oxford Historical Society

Curling with the Caledonians!

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Hello Everyone, please see this guest post from the Zorra Caledonian Society:

Curling with the Caledonians – Saturday, October 26, 2024 from 2pm – 5pm at the Tavistock Curling Club!

Curling charge $15.00/per person, clubroom guests no charge.

Join us for a fun afternoon as we throw some rocks & enjoy a wee bit of Scottish fun no matter your level of experience, if you are 8 years or older you are welcome! There will be prizes & helpful advice if you are a newbie!

The cost for the afternoon is $15.00 & this includes all the necessary equipment  with the exception of safety helmets (cycling, or other) that you may choose to wear at your discretion.

At 5pm we will retire to MadMash Brewery (also Located in Tavistock) for some nibbles, dinner & refreshments.

Tickets in advance only at: www.embrohighlandgames.ca

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OxHS Meeting – Wednesday, October 30, 2024!

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Hello Everyone,

Please join us for a special presentation: Black Cats Walking Under Ladders!

Come for a fun night to discover some of the common and quirky superstitions people observe in their daily lives – from good luck charms and health and safety tips, to forecasting the weather and other foreboding omens. Not to worry. No spells will be cast nor newts blinded during this fun-filled presentation but it might be good luck to arrive on time for a 6:30 start! This is a free event and open to all. 

Presented by Scott Gilles on Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at 6:30pm at the Woodstock Museum, NHS.

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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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