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

• MHM Café Updates:
• Café Closed Friday, October 18, 2025 see details below
  
• Café New Days & Hours!
• Café Limited Edition Seasonal Treats available at the Café
• Dianne Dyck's Gallery Exhibit "The Mennonite Story" on now until November 4, 2024
• Monday - Friday 10am -3pm
  
• The 12 Books of Christmas on now at the MHM Bookstore
• Autumn Movie Matinees Wednesdays at 1pm, through November 6. Registration required
  
• Lectures in Mennonite History with Leonard Friesen Friday, October 25 at 7pm & Saturday, October, 26 at 2pm. Registration required
• MHM Mennonite Christmas Market Mark your calendars for November 12-16, 2024
• Book Launch with Author Hildi Froese Tiessen
• Coffee & Crokinole Club
  
• 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
• MHM Gardening Volunteers Wanted

• 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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The MHM Café will now be open three days a week: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, with lunch hours extended until 2pm. As before, the Café will still be open from 10am - 3pm, serving coffee and baking.

Stop by our Café to indulge in our limited-time seasonal treats! Delight your taste buds with our Pumpkin Spice Rolls, Maple Snickerdoodles, Apple Coffee Cake, and more. These delicious flavours of fall won’t last long—don’t miss your chance to savour them!

Artist Dianne Dyck's intricate paintings, depicting the 500 year Mennonite journey for peace and freedom, are currently on displace in our gallery. “The Mennonite Story” beautifully captures Mennonite history on canvas for future generations.

Don’t miss Dianne Dyck’s art display in the MHM Gallery, now through November 4th, 2024!

Stay tuned for more featured books from the MHM Bookstore! These titles are sure to make fantastic Christmas gifts for your friends and family! 🎁

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

Registration is required, call 604-758-5667.

Join us for an insightful lecture on October 25 & 26 with distinguished historian Leonard Friesen. Discover the fascinating history of the Mennonite settlements in the Russian Empire and explore the experiences of Soviet Mennonites during the Cold War. Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding of Mennonite heritage—be sure to bring a friend!

• Friday, Oct. 25 @ 7pm — The Mennonite Settlement of Chortitsa and Molotschna in the Russian Empire, 1789-1848

• Saturday, Oct. 26 @ 2pm — Soviet Mennonites after Stalin, from Krushchev to Gorbachev: 1953-1991

This is a free event. Registration required, call 604-758-5667.

Registering for these free events help us with planning our seating and refreshments.

Explore the compelling history of the Mennonite community with Leonard G. Friesen's book Mennonites in the Russian Empire and the Soviet Union. This comprehensive book examines the social, political, and cultural dynamics faced by Mennonites from their settlement in the Russian Empire to their experiences during the Soviet era. Friesen weaves together personal narratives and historical events, offering a rich perspective on resilience and identity.

Don’t miss out—reserve your copy today by calling 604-758-5667. Books are $40 (plus GST) and are available now at the MHM Bookstore.

Please share the MHM Christmas Market Facebook Event Page on your social media and be sure to invite your friends! Stay tuned for our upcoming "Vendor Spotlights" that we'll be posting on Facebook in the weeks ahead.

On Saturday, October 5, 2024, author Hildi Froese Tiessen presented her new book, "Mennonite/s Writing." In her engaging talk, she explored the history of the Mennonite writing movement, tracing its origins and evolution. Hildi highlighted both familiar and lesser-known Mennonite literary voices, providing a rich insight into this unique literary landscape. Thank you to everyone who joined us for this insightful event! Photo credit: Julia M. Toews.

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

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!

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!

Support MHSBC's mission to provide genealogy resources for future generations by purchasing Purdys Chocolates through our online fundraiser! It’s the perfect opportunity to kick off your Christmas shopping while enjoying tasty chocolates and helping us achieve our fundraising goals. Spread some holiday cheer to friends and family—place your orders today and enjoy the sweet taste of giving!

Click here to shop online.

• Order Deadline: November 19, 2024
• Pick-up Location: 1818 Clearbrook Road, Abbotsford
• Pick-up Dates: Dec 2-6, Dec 9-12, 10am and 3pm

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Email: info@mennonitemuseum.org
Website: http://mennonitemuseum.org/
Location: 1818 Clearbrook Road, Abbotsford, BC, Canada
Phone: (604) 758-5667
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MennoniteHeritageMuseum/
Twitter: @mennomuseum1