To the Vineberg family it was simply "The Store". Founded in 1909 by Joseph Larocque, Robert Vineberg's grandfather purchased the iconic department store in 1927. Later Robert's father and uncle managed the business. Robert Vineberg grew up imagining that he and his brother would one day take over running "The Store" — but that was not to […]
One Hundred Years of Overbrook Memories We are pleased to invite guests, in collaboration with the Overbrook Community Association, to mark the centennial of the incorporation of Overbrook as a Police Village in 1922. Please join us as we share memories of this historic community nestled between Eastview and Hurdman's Bridge on the banks of […]
This Urbanism Lab event will explore the concept of cultural landscapes, by featuring the relationship of stories to landscapes and buildings, and will seek to tell about communities and cultural heritage themes in Canadian cities and regions. Meet the Speakers Sonia Vibert, chief of the Heritage Division of the Ville de Montréal, will talk to us […]
An old diary that begins in 1862, is passed down through three generations and sparks a scavenger hunt. Who wrote the diary and why was it a cherished family heirloom? How do you read the handwriting? Without living family members or any context, how do you tackle such a project? This talk will show how […]
The presentation will provide tips to organize your Genetic Genealogy / DNA Research and an introduction to Genealogical Proof Standard (G.P.S.) in regards to including DNA in your family history. Also, there are case studies which will demonstrate and explain the analysis used for three Irish Ancestor Couples using both Traditional and DNA research. Register […]