TORONTO HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION
September 2008 NEWSLETTER # 14
PATRONS
The Right Honourable Adrienne Clarkson, C.C., C.C.C., C.D., and Mr. John Ralston Saul, C.C.
PRESIDENT’S REMARKS – Communication is priceless! The THA has sent out 13 newsletters so far this year, made up of Heritage news and members events. Is this information getting conveniently to your group? Being mostly by email, we can send it to more than one representative. Please confirm all is well or any problems at your end by contacting THA’s membership person, Molly Sutherland at
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or 416-621-5165.
THA WILL BE HOLDING a Fall workshop on Sat. Nov. 15 from 10am to 2pm at the Riverdale Library, on the corner of Gerrard and Broadview. The speakers will be a representative of the Insurance Company, an expert on the Web, and a Panel on Advocacy. More details in THA’s next newsletter. Save that day. It will be worth while!
THA INSURANCE – Just a quick reminder that the THA has the new insurance Programne up and running. Any member group in good standing may access this coverage for a public event requiring “proof of insurance”. We do need some lead time to process the registration, however. Forms may be requested/obtained from the Treasurer, Paul Federico(call 905-457-9450 or 905-866-2835) and returned prior to the THA Executive meeting scheduled before your event. THA Executive meets the 1st Monday of each month. Groups may also file forms covering regularly scheduled public events, if the dates are known for a given time period. Call for particulars and exemptions.
Party Time - The THA is now 10 years old, and we thought a celebration of all the hard work done by the member groups over that period should be acknowledged. We would like to schedule a dinner/party for the Spring of 2009 and need your input. Suggestions? Type of Event and any other planning info. We would like a response from the groups as to worth of such an event? The type, etc..., and, more importantly, volunteers to sit on a planning committee to make this a successful reality, if the membership wishes to proceed. Will you say Yes and Help? Please volunteer your expertise. Contact Paul Federico or the THA Board for information and sit on the Committee.
Protest against the Island Airport – Carolyn King announced that the Mississaugas of the New Credit and a group from Toronto Island will be having protest at Little Norway Park on Saturday, October 4th as well as a ceremony to mark the 100th vigil of the “Close the Island Airport” campaign, in conjunction with a clean air celebration and also a grand parade through the community
UP COMING EVENTS
Thurs. Sept. 18 from 4 to 7:00 – The Archives and Museum of St. James’ Cathedral is holding their 8th Annual Exhibition of Arts & Crafts by members of the Cathedral Community in the Archives & Museum at 65 Church Street, at the corner of Adelaide. This exhibit will remain on view every Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday afternoon from 1;00 to 4:00 until Sunday Oct. 5. Admission is free, donations welcomed.
Sunday, September 21 at 2:00 – The Toronto Branch of the UEL will be holding a meeting with Bruce Patterson, Registrar of the Canadian Heraldic Authority speaking on ‘HERALDRY AND THE HERITAGE OF THE LOYALISTS’. This meeting will be held at their branch office at 40 Scollard, suite 300. Once in the lobby, buzz #1500 for access. Bruce will discuss historical heraldry from the Loyalist period and how modern-day heraldry reflects Loyalist identity.
Tuesday, September 23 at 7:00pm – The New Toronto Historical Society presents Lisset Mallet of Societe d’histoire de Toronto speaking on their society’s proposal for a historical park on the Humber River based on its history during the French Regime in Toronto prior to 1793. The meeting will also include the AGM. The meeting will be held at LAMP, 185 Fifth Street, New Toronto.
Thursday, Sept 25 at 7:30- The Etobicoke Historical Society is celebrating its 50th Anniversary. The special speakers will be Randall Reid of Montgomery’s Inn talking about “Dundas Street: Lambton Mills to Six Points”, and Robert Given, a charter member of the Society, sharing his amazing memories on “The Founding of the Etobicoke Historical Society”. Anniversary refreshments will follow. Location- Montgomery’s Inn, 4709 Dundas St. W. At Islington Ave. Free admission & all are welcome. For more information check www.etobicokehistoricalhistorical.com
Friday, Sept. 26th from 7:30 to 10:00 – Fort York will be holding a evening of English Country Dancing. Experience and partners not required. Beginners will be taught the movements. Refreshments served. (Preregistration required 416-392-6917 ext 100) $10 per person.
Wednesday, Oct 1 at & 7:30- The Weston Historical Society will hold a public meeting with guest speaker Randall Reid presenting “The Wadsworth Letters” in the form of a slide show and readings from the milling family’s correspondences. The meeting will be held in the Westminister United Church Hall.
Friday, Oct 3 & Tuesday, Oct 28th, 7 to 9pm - The York Pioneer & Historical Society together with Heritage Toronto will be holding an exciting walking tour called “Ghostly Secrets Reveled. The tour will visit sites & disclose the stories that the CNE archivist has collected over the years. We will also be serving mulled apple cedar. The walks start at the Goods and Services building near the Princes Gate entrance to the Exhibition at Strachan Ave. The tours led by CNE’s Steve Collie, end at Scadding Cabin. Cost Free.
Sunday, Oct. 5 between 11:00 and 3:00pm – La Societe d’histoire de Toronto and the Alliance Francaise northeast of Newmarket, at 18974 Leslie Street for a picnic. You will be welcomed at 11am at the Temple by David Wilson who founded the Children of Peace nearly 200 years ago. You will then visit the historic Doan farmhouse and meet many other historic people. There will be time for the lunch you will bring for yourself. Admission is $5:00 with children under 16 free. For further info –
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Register at the Sharon Temple at 905-478-2389
Wednesday, Oct 15th at 8:00pm – The Toronto Branch of the UEL will be holding a meeting with Catherine Slaney, author of “Family Secrets; Crossing the Colour Line” speaking to us about her journey. Cathy grew into womenhood unaware of her celebrated Black ancestors until an unanticipated meeting changed her life. She will share her compelling story of growing up ‘white’ and as an adult discovering her African heritage. This meeting will be held at their branch office at 40 Scollard, suite 300. Once in the lobby, buzz #1500 for access.
Friday, Oct 17, Sat. Oct 18, Fri. Oct 24th & Sat., Oct 25 from 7:30- to 9:30 – Fort York is holding two weekends of touring their grounds after dark. Great fun for the family, but not too scary for the younger crowd. Hot chocolate and snacks included. Pre-registration required (416-392-6917 ext. 100) Adults’seniors/youth $10.00, Children 12 and under $5.00.
Thursday, Oct. 23 at 7:30 – The Etobicoke Historical Sociey will have Dr. Robert Roden will speak on ”Castles and Great Houses of England and Scotland”. Bob’s wonderful slide shows have been highlighted at EHS past meetings and tonight he will share his pictures and thoughts on some of the 38 castles and mansions he and his wife visited recently in the UK. . Location, Montgomery’s Inn, 4709 Dundas St. W. At Islington Ave. Free admission & all are welcome. For more information check www.etobicokehistoricalhistorical.com
Monday, October 27th, 7:30 at the Carlu, 444 Yonge Street, 7th floor (at Yonge and College), The 34th Annual Heritage Toronto Awards and 12th Annual William Kilbourn Memorial Lecture. During the evening’s festivities, Mr. John Campbell, CEO, Waterfront Toronto will deliver the William Kilbourn Memorial Lecture, “A Shore Thing: The Future of Toronto’s Waterfront”. Tickets: members and Heritage partners - $25.00, General Admission $30:00, Groups of 10 $250.00. Special pre-event Mayor’s reception - $100.00 [limited tickets available, includes admission to awards & lecture, complimentary food & bar]. All proceeds support Heritage Toronto. Advance tickets 416-338-1338.
Please let me know if you have an event you would like placed in the newsletter or an article you would like the THA members to know about.
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