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MHM E-Events Listings

Events Newsletter for the Mennonite Heritage Museum

MHM E-EventsListingsEvents Newsletter for the Mennonite Heritage Museum

Welcome to the E-Newsletter: July 19th, 2024 Edition

Read below to find out all the details for dates and events coming up at 1818 Clearbrook Road!

In this issue:

  • MCC BC Quilters Gallery Exhibit and SALE on display until August 15th
  • CLOSED Monday, August 5th for BC Day
  • Books & Borscht Summer Series, July 25th, August 15; 12pm Café Lunch, 1pm Book Talk
  • MHM Summer Film Matinees Wednesdays at 1pm, June 19 - August 14
  • MHM Vintage Car Show & Ice Cream Social Friday, August 23rd, 10am to 3pm
  • Coffee & Crokinole Club
  • Frozen Blueberries Sale
  • Café Seasonal Cold Drinks
  • MHM Café Open Monday to Friday, 10am to 3pm; lunch menu from 11:15am to 1:15pm
  • MHM Gardening Volunteers Wanted
  • Yarn and Garn Fibre crafts drop in club Thursdays at 1:30pm
  • Would you or someone you know be interested in joining our Volunteer Team? MHM is looking for Volunteers to help in the Café, Front Desk, Gallery Attendants, Docents for Main Exhibit and HouseBarn, and Grounds Team. Call 604-758-5667, email info@mennonitemuseum.org or fill out the application form on the website: https://mennonitemuseum.org/volunteer/


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MCC BC Quilters Gallery Exhibit MCC BC Quilters Gallery Exhibit

Visit our gallery featuring the amazing craftsmanship of MCC BC Quilters, on display until August 15th, 2024.

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Jungle Pals

Pieced & quilted by Trudy

Child size (48" x 55")

$250

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Dancing Umbrellas

Pieced by Elizabeth

Quilted by Elizabeth & Karen

Lap size (52" x 62")

$375

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1950's Vintage Quilt

Hand pieced & hand quilted

by Tina Warkentin

Queen size (84" x 98")

$1000

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Starry Night

Pieced by Irene

Quilted by Carol

Queen size (86" x 95")

$650

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Monkey Wrench

Pieced by Erdna

Qulited by Carol

Twin size (64" x 87")

$350

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Chandelier Quilt

Pieced by Irene

Quilted by Carol

Twin size (60" x 80")

$350

These are a few examples of the exquisite quilts currently on display, visit in person to see the full lineup. Admission to the museum is free, so bring friends along and stay for lunch or coffee!

MHM Books & Borscht MHM Books & Borscht

Join us for Book Talk, Q&A's & Book Readings with Authors:

  • Loretta Willems - July 25
  • Alfred H. Siemens - August 15


Reserve your seat today by calling 604-758-5667 (bring your friends!)

Watch for more Books & Borscht dates and authors to be announced soon!

A Heritage Trilogy

A Heritage Trilogy

I started this website in 2014 to publish the preliminary pieces I was writing for the first book of a family heritage trilogy I wanted to create. That book, The Gift of Laughter, came out in 2016; the second book, Child Bride, in 2019; and third book, A Sense of Presiding Goodness; came out this...

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MHM Books & Borscht: Loretta Willems

MHM Books & Borscht: Loretta Willems

Event in Abbotsford, BC by Mennonite Heritage Museum on Thursday, July 25 2024

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Recent Books & Borscht Events

Our latest Books & Borscht author events featured Janet E. Boldt and Elma Schemenauer. You can find their books available for purchase at the museum's Bookstore & Gift Shop.


Janet E. Boldt discussed her book "The Diary of Emma Möllmann" on June 27th.

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Elma Schemenauer, the author of "Song for Susie Epp" and "Consider the Sunflowers", gave a presentation on July 18th.

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Summer Movie Matinees at the Museum! Summer Movie Matinees at the Museum!

Join us Wednesdays at 1pm for our free movie matinees!

Registration is required, call 604-758-5667.

MHM Vintage Car Show & Ice Cream Social MHM Vintage Car Show & Ice Cream Social

Attention vintage car owners! MHM invites you to join us for our first Annual Vintage Car Show & Ice Cream Social on Friday, August 23rd, 2024, from 10am to 3pm. We have room for up to 25 vintage cars this year. Participants who register to display their vehicle will receive complimentary ice cream. To register, please contact Jenny Bergen at 604-758-5667 ext. 111.

Frozen Blueberries Available for Sale Frozen Blueberries Available for Sale

Please inquire at the Café for the berries and pay at our Front Desk. Available while supplies last.

Café Seasonal Cold Drinks Café Seasonal Cold Drinks

Stop by our Café this summer and indulge in our selection of cool and refreshing handcrafted beverages:

  • Iced Blueberry Earl Grey Tea
  • Iced Raspberry Lemon Green Tea
  • Iced Coffee

Gardening Volunteers Wanted! Gardening Volunteers Wanted!

Looking to enjoy more time outdoors this summer?

Join us in maintaining the beauty of our gardens here at MHM. We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to assist with weeding and basic garden upkeep. Your efforts will help keep our outdoor spaces vibrant and welcoming for all visitors.


Benefits: Enjoy the outdoors, connect with fellow volunteers, and contribute to preserving our grounds' natural beauty.

Requirements: Comfortable with working outdoors and interest in gardening (no prior experience necessary).

Tools Provided: We supply the tools needed for comfortable standing while weeding.


For more information or to sign up, please contact Jennifer Martens:

  • Call: 604-758-5667 ext. 104
  • Email: jennifer.martens@mennonitemuseum.org

Let's work together to maintain MHM's picturesque gardens!

Coffee & Crokinole Club Coffee & Crokinole Club

Are you intrigued by Crokinole, the classic board game of skill and precision? We are gauging interest in starting a Coffee & Crokinole Club and want to hear from you! Whether you're a seasoned player or completely new to the game, your enthusiasm and interest are what matter most.


Contact Jenny if you'd like to join in the fun, flicking discs, strategizing moves, and having a great time together with others. Tel: 604-758-5667 | Email: jenny.bergen@mennonitemuseum.org

Volunteer - Mennonite Heritage Museum

Volunteer - Mennonite Heritage Museum

The Mennonite Heritage Museum is looking for volunteers in order to make the museum a continued success! Our volunteers are individuals of all ages and backgrounds who are passionate about community and give of their time a few hours or days each week. The volunteer opportunities are as follows: 1.

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News from MHSBC: News from MHSBC:

The MHSBC Research Centre Open By Appointment

Our Research Centre is open by appointment! Call ahead!

You may still leave messages and send emails to us during closed hours.


You can renew your membership for 2024 by paying online 24/7: https://www.mhsbc.com/memberships.php

Be sure to check your spam folder for the receipt as it sometimes ends up there.

Renewing online is handy and helps us. Thank you for your support in 2023!


To book an in-person research assistance appointment/genealogy lookup, please email archives@mhsbc.com or call 604-853-6177.


For virtual tours, check out our youtube videos and channels:

  • MHSBC Introductory Video with Jennifer Martens: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB87-Sa-T8DmyfVOcIjeTNQ/
  • MHM Introductory Video with Jenny Bergen: https://youtu.be/C2TnhT5dLzs
  • Presentation by Richard Thiessen: https://youtu.be/nXuVgWhu15g


Please "like" our videos and subscribe to our channels! Share with friends!


Thank you!

Mennonite Historical Society of British Columbia

Mennonite Historical Society of British Columbia

MHSBC is a community-funded organization, and we depend on your support. Your donation helps preserve our Mennonite stories and heritage for future generations. Funds are used to keep our archives open to public users; upgrade equipment; support our few staff members; bring you the latest research on Mennonite history through the Roots and Branches newsletter; and to sponsor special events.

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Email: info@mennonitemuseum.org
Website: http://mennonitemuseum.org/
Location: 1818 Clearbrook Road, Abbotsford, BC, Canada
Phone: (604) 758-5667
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