Monthly Archives: November 2011

Tales of Earth and Sky

In celebration of Earth Day (Apr 22!), we decided to craft a program called Tales of Earth and Sky. Central to the theme is the Eric Whitacre composition Leonardo Dreams of His Flying Machine, a choral depiction of the sounds of flight … Continue reading

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A Christmas Benefit Concert for Wesley Urban Ministries

We are going to repeat our Strata variety show for our Christmas concert, since last year’s concert was so much fun! We will be showcasing the many talents, singing and otherwise, that our Strata personnel have. What the Folk will again join … Continue reading

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McMaster Children & Youth University – Childhood Disability

Presenter: Dr. Ann Fudge‐Schormans This event will examine the questions “What is a disability?” Where do our ideas and understandings about disability and disabled people come from? Admission to all of the presentations is FREE and all are welcome! However, … Continue reading

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McMaster Children & Youth University – Aboriginal Contributions to Canada

Presenters: Dr. Dawn Martin‐Hill & Dr. Rick Monture This discussion will focus on the poems and stories of the Mohawk poet, E. Pauline Johnson (1861‐1913), as well as discussion around the contributions of Indigenous people to medicine, health and healing. … Continue reading

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McMaster Children & Youth University – 1918 Flu Pandemic in Hamilton

Presenter: Dr. Ann Herring The 1918 Flu Pandemic in Hamilton caused 8000 to people become ill and 600 died within a 2 month period. What can we learn from an epidemic that happened over 100 years ago? Admission to all … Continue reading

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McMaster Children & Youth University – The Global Child

Presenter: Dr. Marshall Beier Every day, children are making a real difference in our world. This event will demonstrate how the world would not function without these important daily contributions. Admission to all of the presentations is FREE and all … Continue reading

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Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board Policy Consultation

Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board believes in high levels of student, parent, community and staff engagement contribute to student achievement and well-being. As a result, HWDSB has developed a Draft Engagment Pillar Policy for public consultation. You are invited to provide … Continue reading

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You’re Invited – We Need Your Opinion! B-Line Corridor Planning Study…creating a strategy for the future!

What The City of Hamilton is preparing a planning strategy to guide future development and revitalization along the B-Line Corridor from McMaster University to Eastgate Square along Main Street, King Street and Queenston Road.   You are invited to a … Continue reading

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McMaster Seminar on Higher Education: Practice, Policy, and Public Life

Dear members of the McMaster community: I would like to take this opportunity to invite you to take part in an exciting new initiative. The McMaster Seminar on Higher Education: Practice, Policy, and Public Life, is an annual lecture series … Continue reading

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AWWCA 13th Annual General Meeting – President’s Report

President’s Report Welcome to the 13th annual general meeting of the AWWCA, the largest and most active community association in Hamilton. I thank Pastor Dave Stimers and Westdale Baptist Church staff and congregation for being our gracious hosts for the … Continue reading

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