Past 2018 Events
Wednesday February 14, 2018
The Life and Times of Sir John A. Macdonald
Join Robin McKee, president of the Hamilton Sir John A. Macdonald Society, as he describes the eventful life and times of Canada's first Prime Minister, a very timely topic.
Wednesday March 14, 2018
A History of Policing in Norfolk County*
David Stelpstra explains the fascinating history of policing in Norfolk County. Dave is a retired officer who served most of his career in the area.
*Dave's talk was covered by the Simcoe Reformer, in an article the next day.
Wednesday June 13, 2018
The History of Round Plains (the Gateway to Waterford) Bob Proracki's grandfather settled in Round Plains in the early 1900s, and Bob and his family still live on the family farm. Bob is passionate about the hamlet, from its inception, to thriving boomtown in the early 1800s, to the quiet collection of farms that it is today. |
Wednesday September 12, 2018 Waterford Heritage & Agricultural Museum 159 Nichol Street, Waterford Alexander Graham Bell and the Invention of the Telephone Bell Homestead curator Brian Wood will speak on Dr. Bell, his history in the area, and the invention of the telephone. He'll also bring examples of Dr. Bell's early phones! The talk coincides with a new exhibit at the museum, focusing on the Waterford telephone factory, and showcasing the three different telephone styles in their collection. |
Monday November 5, 2018
Christmas Table Arrangements (cancelled due to illness of presenter) A talk by Waterford's Floral Design and Home Decor Joint meeting with the Waterford & District Horticultural Society Waterford Anglican Church, 73 Main St. S. (Temperance St. entrance) |
Monday December 3, 2018 Christmas Dinner & Entertainment Shared with the Waterford & District Horticultural Society Waterford Anglican Church, 73 Main St. S. (Temperance St. entrance) Doors open 5:30pm, Dinner served 6:00pm, with Entertainment $15.00 per person, all welcome |