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

• MCC BC Quilters Gallery Exhibit on display until August 15, 2024
• CLOSED Monday, July 1st for Canada Day
  
• Books & Borscht Summer Series, June 27th, July 18 & July 25; 12pm Café Lunch, 1pm Book Talk
  
• MHM Summer Film Matinees Wednesdays at 1pm, June 19 - August 14, 2024
• Chilliwack Vintage Car Club Visits MHM
  
• Coffee & Crokinole Club
  
• Watermelon Flower Carving
  
• MHM Café Open Monday to Friday, 10am to 3pm; lunch menu from 11:15am to 1:15pm
• 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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Quilts and quilting are a cherished tradition at MCC BC. Their dedicated volunteer quilters craft beautiful quilts to raise funds to support MCC’s global initiatives. Visit our gallery to admire and purchase the diverse selection of stunning quilts on display until August 15th, 2024.

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!

• Janet E. Boldt - June 27
• Elma Schemenauer - July 18

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

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

Earlier this month, author Jake Wiens shared insights from his latest book, which tackles important questions about the decline of faith among young people today. Books are available for purchase at the museum Bookstore & Gift Shop.

Jake offers workshops, and if you're interested, see his website for details.

Jake Wiens, author of book "Life's Ultimate Questions:

Exploring the Stories that Shape Our Everyday"

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

Registration is required, call 604-758-5667.

Earlier this month, members of the Chilliwack Vintage Car Club brought their classic cars for a visit to the museum.

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

Henry Dyck, a familiar face at our Café, surprised us with an incredible floral masterpiece carved from a watermelon! Thank-you Henry!

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

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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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Twitter: @mennomuseum1