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This is the best place to view our latest news and events. In addition, we will create posts on interesting bits of local history.
Working in Canada – What Did You Do As a Kid?
Come join us at our next General Meeting, May 18th, 1 pm at the Barrie Community Hall. An interesting documentary will be shown explaining what kids and young adults did in Canada to earn some money growing up.
Constable Mont Wood Bridge Dedication in Napanee
On May 12, 2026, the family of the late Constable Mont Alexander Wood was invited to a bridge dedication ceremony at the Best & Bass Centre in Napanee.
Author – Artist Sherry Pringle To Speak at the CDHS
Author – Artist Sherry Pringle from Napanee will be our guest speaker at the April 20th, 2026 CDHS General Meeting in Cloyne. Everyone welcome!
2026 Speakers’ Forum Schedule – April to September
The Land O’ Lakes Speakers’ Forum will commence on April 22nd and run for six months, with the fourth Wednesday of each month featuring a speaker on a wide array of topics. Everyone welcome!
Two Early Videos To Be Shown At the CDHS AGM!
At our Annual General Meeting, two videos will be shown that haven’t been seen in several years. An episode of For The Record that featured Gene Brown and Nadine Brumell was shown on TVO or CBC (or both) in the 1980s.
A History of the United Church in Flinton, Ontario 1876 – 1976
The history of the United Church in Flinton, Ontario from 1876 – 1976 is documented in this booklet by Betty Davison and Verna Andrew.
The History of the Flinton Memorial Library (1940 – 1984)
The history of the Flinton Memorial Library from 1940 to 1984 was well documented in this 24-page booklet by Yvonne Brushey and Vera Charlton.
Memories of Flintshire Farms 1977 – 2003, New Video!
Join us at our next General Meeting, Monday, February 16, 2006, 1 pm at the Barrie Community Hall for a never-before-seen video on the history of Flintshire Farms (1977-2003).
Eileen Flieler – My Life Video
The video, ‘Eileen Flieler – My Life’ can be seen on the CDHS YouTube Channel. The premiere showing was at the Barrie Community Hall, Nov. 17, 2025 to a full audience. A link to the 4K video is provided.
CDHS Invites You To Join Us!
Membership allows you to take full advantage of what the Society and Museum have to offer. Members are eligible to vote at all general meetings including the AGM and to run for a position on the Board of Directors. The annual fee is only $10.00 per person. Sign up today to learn and share our history!
CDHS Invites You To Join Us!
Membership allows you to take full advantage of what the Society and Museum have to offer. Members are eligible to vote at all general meetings including the AGM and to run for a position on the Board of Directors. The annual fee is only $10.00 per person. Sign up today to learn and share our history!