Events

February 15 12:30 - 15:00

Winterlude at the Diefenbunker: Diefenbunker Winter Carnival

During its time as a military base, the Diefenbunker held an annual Winter Carnival. Participate in these historic activities, with a modern twist as you lace up your skates for a day of fun at the outdoor rink. Warm up with a free hot chocolate or take a break to explore a temporary exhibit highlighting the stories and traditions of the historic Winter Carnival. All activities are free. This event is in collaboration with the Huntley Community Association.

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February 22 13:00 -

Sudden Impact: The 1942 Almonte Train Wreck Afternoon Series – The Historical Society of Ottawa

Join Guest Speaker Jamie Bramburger, Author of, “Sudden Impact: The Story of the 1942 Almonte Train Wreck” at the Ottawa Public Library, who will share the tragic story of a horrific Christmastime Ottawa Valley train crash that took 38 lives and injured over 150 when a wartime troop train lost control on a snowy, icy evening – ramming at high speed into the rear end of a civilian train still in the process of loading passengers.

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February 27 19:00 - 21:00

One Team, Two Uncles, Three Victories: Ottawa Branch OGS presentation

Join Robert Yip, well-known local historian, who will share the story of Vancouver’s Legendary Chinese Students Soccer Team and their victories on and off the field. Please register in advance

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March 22 13:00 -

The Peace Tower’s Bells: The Musical Voice of the Nation Afternoon Series – The historical Society of Ottawa

Join guest speaker Dr. Andrea McCrady Canada’s Dominion Carillonneur who will reflects back on almost a century that the Peace Tower’s carillon has graced the nation’s capital with its majestic and inspiring music.

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March 27 19:00 - 21:00

Collections and Research at Ingenium – Ottawa Branch: Ontario Genealogical Society (OGS)

Join Archivist Adele Torrance who will be talking about the collection resources and research at Ingenium – Canada’s Museums of Science and Innovation. Ingenium encompasses the Canada Science and Technology Museum, Canada Aviation and Space Museum, and Canada Agriculture and Food Museum. Free virtual presentation; please register in advance.

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