Ongoing to December 21, 2008
Fergus, Small Town Giant: Beatty Brothers of Fergus, 1874-1964 exhibit
Wellington County Museum & Archives, County Road 18
In honour of the 175th anniversary of the founding of Fergus, this major exhibit tells the story of the growth of a small town maker of farm implements into one of Canada’s foremost manufacturers of household products and wartime munitions. Spanning seventy critical years of industrial and social history, Beatty’s impact on local, national and military history is portrayed in a display of photos and objects.
www.wcm.on.ca,
519-846-0916
Ongoing to December 30, 2008
Baden, Digging up Wilmot
Castle Kilbride, 60 Snyder's Road W.
What was here before? For this exhibit we will dig for the truth. A fascinating display that travels through the history of our beautiful township, beginning with fossils from pre-historic times, to Native artifacts, pioneer pieces, all the way to Victorian "trash." The exhibit will highlight William John Wintemberg born in New Dundee, who was the first archaeologist in Canada to study the various aboriginal cultures of Ontario scientifically and was long recognized as the leading authority on that subject. Items kindly on loan from the Ministry of Culture, the ROM and local residents.
519-634-8444
www.wilmot.ca
Ongoing to January 9, 2009
Toronto, If You Could Travel to Mars, Would You Go?
Ontario Science Centre, 770 Don Mills Rd
FACING MARS is an innovative exhibition focused on the real challenges of sending human explorers to Mars and will be a mainstay at the Ontario Science Centre. With more than 30 exhibits, FACING MARS combines a range of hands-on experiences with compelling artifacts, such as a rare Mars meteorite from West Africa, and stunning imagery to engage participants in the real physical, psychological and scientific challenges involved in journeying to Mars.
416-696-1000
call_centre@osc.on.ca
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December 4 & 11, 2008
Castle Kilbride, 60 Snyder's Road W.
Baden, Paying a Call: Yuletide Evening Tours
Time: 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Cost: $5 per person or $20 per family. During the Victorian era, paying calls was a popular custom. Paying a call meant to visit someone in their home. We invite you to tour the fully decorated Castle, sip on warm apple cider and enjoy the amazing entertainment provided by Synergy Handbells!
519-634-8444
www.wilmot.ca
December 5, 6, 12 & 13
Kitchener, Doon By Lantern Light Tours
Doon Heritage Crossroads, 10 Huron Road
Guided tour of historic homes. $10.
519-748-1914
www.region.waterloo.on.ca/doon
December 6, 2008
Sugar Plum Party: Gingerbread Workshop
Castle Kilbride, 60 Snyder's Road W.
Time: 9 a.m. - Noon. Cost: $15 per child. Join us for the delightful tradition of decorating gingerbread people. Includes tour and snack.
519-634-8444
www.wilmot.ca
December 7, 2008
Harrow, Christmas in the Country - John R Park Homestead and Conservation Area, 915 County Rd 50 East
Enjoy traditional handmade decorations, cider and roasted chestnuts. The Homestead is open and decorated Monday through Friday - December 1 through 18th. Group programs by appointment. From 11am to 4pm.Adult- $4.50, Child- $3.00, Family- $15.00
Janet Cobban
519-738-2029
jrph@erca.org
December 7, 2008
Baden, Make it & Take it
Castle Kilbride, 60 Snyder's Road W.
Make an ornament to hang at home.
519-634-8444
www.wilmot.ca
December 7, 14, 21-23, 2008
Kitchener, Country ChristmasM
Doon Heritage Crossroads, 10 Huron Road
Meet Father Christmas, sing along with Christmas carols. $7 adult, $4 child.
519-748-1914
www.region.waterloo.on.ca/doon
December 18, 2008
Harrow, Candlelight Christmas - John R. Park Homestead and Conservation Area, 915 County Rd 50 East
Take a candlelight tour back in time to the 1850's. The pioneer farmhouse will be decorated reminiscent of pioneer times with handmade decorations. Learn more about traditional holiday celebrations in pioneer times. Pre-registration required, limited numbers. @ 7pm. $8.00/person
Janet Cobban
519-738-2029
jrph@erca.org
December 19, 2008
Kitchener, Starry Night
Doon Heritage Crossroads, 10 Huron Road
Music, food and good cheer with more than 150 lanterns lighting your way. $18 adult, $9 child.
519-748-1914
www.region.waterloo.on.ca/doon
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