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SUMMARY:Bruce County Genealogical Society: Family History and Genealogical Workshop Begins!
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays\, September 8 – October 27\, 2026 \n7:00 PM – 9:00 PM \nThis program is a paid 7-week workshop offered by the Bruce County Genealogical Society at the Bruce County Museum & Cultural Centre. At the workshop\, members of BCGS (along with special guests) will cover a variety of topics on genealogy and preserving family records. \n  \nCost: $75.00 \nLocation: Bruce County Museum & Cultural Centre \nSpace is limited. Pre-registration is required. \nTo register\, email brucegenealogy@outlook.com and cc: annegoeden@gmail.com \nPresented by Bruce County Genealogical Society.
URL:https://www.brucemuseum.ca/thisevent/bruce-county-genealogical-society-family-history-and-genealogical-workshop-begins/
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SUMMARY:Welcoming Week
DESCRIPTION:Welcoming Week (September 12-21) is a time to celebrate the people\, places\, and programs that help everyone feel welcome in their community.  \nOn September 12\, YMCA Grey Bruce Immigrant Services (formerly Settlement and Language Services) and the Bruce County Public Library will be at the Museum to share information about the programs\, services\, and supports available for newcomers.  \nThe Museum will also be offering a drop-in craft activity for all ages inspired by themes of welcome\, belonging\, and community. Try interactive activities\, explore newcomer resource packages\, learn about supports for school and work\, or sign up for your first library card!  \nCoffee\, tea\, and refreshments will be available.  \nTo sign up for YMCA Grey Bruce Settlement & Language Services and Programs please visit: Immigrant Services: Services & Programs – YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce   \nLearn more about the Bruce County Public Library New Resident Packages here: New Resident Packages  
URL:https://www.brucemuseum.ca/thisevent/welcoming-week/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260914T100000
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SUMMARY:Exhibit Now Open: Witness Blanket
DESCRIPTION:September 14 – November 30\, 2026 \nInspired by a woven blanket\, this cedar-framed artwork is made of hundreds of items from Indian Residential Schools\, survivors\, churches\, governments and other cultural sites across Canada. Each item tells a story of loss\, strength\, resilience and pride.  \nThe Bruce County Museum & Cultural Centre\, in partnership with the Canadian Museum For Human Rights\, the Government of Canada\, Saugeen First Nation and Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation are pleased to bring this exhibition and local perspective to the region.   \nThe Witness Blanket is a powerful art installation created by master carver Carey Newman to recognize the atrocities of the residential school era\, honour the children and symbolize ongoing reconciliation.   \nThe Witness Blanket\, an exhibition based on the art of Carey Newman and developed in collaboration with\, and circulated by\, the Canadian Museum for Human Rights (Winnipeg\, Manitoba).   \nFondée sur l’art de Carey Newman\, l’exposition la Couverture des têmoins a été créée en collaboration avec le Musée canadien pour les droits de la personne (Winnipeg\, Manitoba)\, qui en assure la diffusion.  \n See full exhibit details >> \nProudly presented by Enbridge. 
URL:https://www.brucemuseum.ca/thisevent/exhibit-now-open-witness-blanket/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260917T190000
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SUMMARY:"Picking Up the Pieces: The Making of the Witness Blanket” Documentary Screening
DESCRIPTION:September 17 | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM   \nThe Witness Blanket is a powerful art installation created by master carver Carey Newman to recognize the atrocities of the residential school era\, honour the children and symbolize ongoing reconciliation. This film follows the process of building the Witness Blanket and reveals how its creation helped uncover truth\, acknowledge pain\, and highlight resilience. We will be joined virtually by a member of the collection team for the Witness Blanket\, Marek Tyler\, who will speak about the installation and answer questions from the audience.   \nFREE to attend. Preregistration is required to save your seats. Light refreshments will be available.  \nREGISTER >>
URL:https://www.brucemuseum.ca/thisevent/picking-up-the-pieces-the-making-of-the-witness-blanket-documentary-screening/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260919T100000
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SUMMARY:Museum Munchkins: Sonshine & Broccoli in Concert
DESCRIPTION:September 19 | 10:00 AM (Doors at 9:45 AM)  \nGet ready to move\, groove\, and sing along! Juno-nominated musical duo Sonshine & Broccoli are visiting the Museum with an exciting live show for kids and their families.  \nFilled with upbeat music\, audience participation\, and lots of laughs\, this interactive pop-rock concert will have everyone on their feet and making memories together.  \nAfter the show\, stick around for special activities designed especially for our Museum Munchkins!   \n$10 per person. Tickets required for children and adults. Seating is limited – preregistration is encouraged.  \nSee full details and registration >>
URL:https://www.brucemuseum.ca/thisevent/museum-munchkins-sonshine-broccoli-in-concert/
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SUMMARY:Exhibit Opening: A Traveler’s Journey with Black and White Film - Artist Dian Wise
DESCRIPTION:Exhibit Opening  \nSaturday\, September 19  \n2:00 PM – 4:00 PM  \nFREE to attend; all are welcome. Light refreshments will be served.  \nPlease RSVP online below or by calling (519) 797-2080.  \nDian has always been intrigued by how people live and work in different parts of the world. To gain a better understanding\, she uses her role as a photographer to capture these moments in the form of a photographic image.   \nIn this exhibition\, you will experience the concentration of a Maltese woman creating a delicate piece of lace\, feel the desolation of an abandoned Greek village\, and be face to face with a Galapagos tortoise all through black and white film.  \nSee full details and RSVP to attend the opening >>
URL:https://www.brucemuseum.ca/thisevent/exhibit-opening-a-travelers-journey-in-black-and-white-film-artist-dian-wise/
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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SUMMARY:I’m Not Done Yet! Creative Arts Workshop
DESCRIPTION:If you believe that you are never too old to have fun\, try something new\, and be creative…“I’m Not Done Yet!” is for you!    \n“I’m Not Done Yet!” — a fun\, creative arts workshop for adults 55 and older comes to Bruce County Museum & Cultural Centre this fall. Once a week\, participants will gather to explore storytelling\, acting\, music\, and gentle movement. Workshops will be led by Joan Chandler (acting\, theatre and improvisation) and david sereda (singing and songwriting) of Sheatre\, plus guest artists. The goals: to exercise your creativity in a fun\, welcoming space and meet new people.   \nEach week\, participants will build their creative skills and craft original scenes and songs to share at the end of the series in a final showcase. \n\nTues Sep 22\, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM \n\n\nTues Sep 29\, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM  \n\n\nTues Oct 6\, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM  \n\n\nTues Oct 13\, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM \n\n\nTues Oct 20\, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM  \n\n\nTues Oct 27\, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM \n\n\nTues Nov 3\, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM  \n\n\nTues Nov 10\, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM  \n\n\nTues Nov 17\, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM \n\n\nTues Nov 24\, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Culminating Presentation\, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM) \n\nA light lunch is included.    \nFREE. Space is limited. Registration is required. Participants must register for the full series.    \nREGISTER >> \nSheatre is an award-winning community-engaged arts company based in Grey-Bruce.  \n 
URL:https://www.brucemuseum.ca/thisevent/im-not-done-yet-creative-arts-workshop/2026-09-22/
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SUMMARY:Discussing Truth and Reconciliation with Melanie Florence
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, September 28 | 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM  \nJoin award-winning children’s author Melanie Florence for a thoughtful and practical workshop designed to help parents\, grandparents\, caregivers\, and educators approach conversations about Truth and Reconciliation with children. Through the lens of children’s literature\, storytelling\, and age-appropriate discussion\, Melanie will share ways to introduce difficult histories with care\, honesty\, and hope while supporting children’s questions\, empathy\, and understanding.  \nSee full details and registration >>
URL:https://www.brucemuseum.ca/thisevent/discussing-truth-and-reconciliation-with-melanie-florence/
CATEGORIES:BCM&CC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260929T100000
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SUMMARY:I’m Not Done Yet! Creative Arts Workshop
DESCRIPTION:If you believe that you are never too old to have fun\, try something new\, and be creative…“I’m Not Done Yet!” is for you!    \n“I’m Not Done Yet!” — a fun\, creative arts workshop for adults 55 and older comes to Bruce County Museum & Cultural Centre this fall. Once a week\, participants will gather to explore storytelling\, acting\, music\, and gentle movement. Workshops will be led by Joan Chandler (acting\, theatre and improvisation) and david sereda (singing and songwriting) of Sheatre\, plus guest artists. The goals: to exercise your creativity in a fun\, welcoming space and meet new people.   \nEach week\, participants will build their creative skills and craft original scenes and songs to share at the end of the series in a final showcase. \n\nTues Sep 22\, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM \n\n\nTues Sep 29\, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM  \n\n\nTues Oct 6\, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM  \n\n\nTues Oct 13\, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM \n\n\nTues Oct 20\, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM  \n\n\nTues Oct 27\, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM \n\n\nTues Nov 3\, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM  \n\n\nTues Nov 10\, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM  \n\n\nTues Nov 17\, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM \n\n\nTues Nov 24\, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Culminating Presentation\, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM) \n\nA light lunch is included.    \nFREE. Space is limited. Registration is required. Participants must register for the full series.    \nREGISTER >> \nSheatre is an award-winning community-engaged arts company based in Grey-Bruce.  \n 
URL:https://www.brucemuseum.ca/thisevent/im-not-done-yet-creative-arts-workshop/2026-09-29/
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SUMMARY:Free Admission: National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
DESCRIPTION:September 30 | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM  \nFree Admission to Museum during open hours from 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.  \nThe Biinaagami Water Map will be open from 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM.  \nEnjoy free admission to the Museum on Wednesday\, September 30\, in honour of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.   \nDuring your visit\, take time to view the Witness Blanket exhibition\, located in the Museum’s OPG Feature Gallery (lower level) and explore the interactive Biinaagami Water Map on the upper level\, open for public exploration from 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM in the Bruce Gallery.   \n  \nAbout the Witness Blanket  \nThe Witness Blanket is a powerful art installation created by master carver Carey Newman to recognize the atrocities of the residential school era\, honour the children and symbolize ongoing reconciliation. Inspired by a woven blanket\, this cedar-framed artwork is made of hundreds of items from Indian residential schools\, Survivors\, churches\, governments and other cultural sites across Canada. Each item tells a story of loss\, strength\, resilience and pride.  \nWARNING: This exhibition contains subject matter that may be disturbing to some visitors and may be triggering. Please call 1-866-925-4419 or your local crisis line for counselling and support.     \n  \nAbout the Biinaagami Water Map  \nThe Biinaagami Water Map is a giant floor map that uses augmented reality (AR) to take visitors through the Great Lakes—St. Lawrence watershed\, giving voice to the waters and amplifying Indigenous knowledge and histories. The map is enriched with storytelling—highlighting diverse languages\, the Indigenous names of these waterbodies\, and the history of the land among this network of waterways.   \nDownload the app in advance of your visit OR once you arrive:  \n  \nAVARA Discover – Apps on Google Play  \n‎AVARA Discover App – App Store  \n 
URL:https://www.brucemuseum.ca/thisevent/free-admission-national-day-for-truth-and-reconciliation/
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