All events are held on Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. at the Newmarket Lions Hall, 200 Doug Duncan Drive.
January 18, 2017 – AGM
The Annual General Meeting will include a presentation of Annual Report, presentations by the Board, and election of the new Board.
February 15, 2017 – Bring and Brag
Every member is invited to bring in a treasure to share with fellow members – it could be a mystery that needs solving, a family heirloom, a letter or document, a curiosity – it could come with an interesting or amusing or tragic history.
March 15, 2017 – From Typewriter to Tablet: The Evolution of Office Technology
NHS Treasurer Lena Thorogood will talk to us about the incredible changes in office processes due to machines, in the 50 years she has been working.
April 19, 2017 – The Friendly Rivalry
Aurora historian Jackie Stuart will talk about the friendly rivalry between Aurora and Newmarket over the years.
May 17, 2017 – The Souterrain Impressions Exhibit
The Canadian Historical Documentation & Imaging Group will display the images and carvings made in 1917 by Canadian soldiers hiding from the enemy in underground caves in France, prior to the Battle for Vimy Ridge. Please Note: There is a $5 fee for non-members to attend this special lecture.
June 14, 2017 – Topic TBA
Topic and presenter to be announced.
September 20, 2017 – Topic TBA
Topic and presenter to be announced.
October 18, 2017 – Topic TBA
Topic and presenter to be announced.
November 16, 2017 – Annual Christmas Potluck
Members are invited to attend our annual Christmas Potluck dinner!
Newmarket Historical Society 