Formed in 2011 The Chestermere Historical Foundation intends to preserve and educate about the history of the Chestermere, Alberta, Canada area.
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Thank you @CityOfChestermere for creation of the Chestermere Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee. Here is the link to apply for one of FIVE citizen spots, and read the policy. (Thank you @ChestermereLib for poster)
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Today, 2pm hear the history of the Calgary General Hospital and plans to further commemorate its long history. 201 W Chestermere Drive, Chestermere, Whitecappers 50+ room, FREE, stay for coffee/tea and snacks. @CityChestermere
About twenty years ago, what was at that time the 'Town Hall' for Chestermere AB, under construction August 2004. @CityChestermere @AnchorCitynews
Join CHF at their Annual General Meeting, Tuesday March 19th 1pm 201 W Chestermere Drive 50+ Centre. Stay for regular meeting, 2pm, refreshments and visiting. Casino workers needed for July 21 22. Be part of this vibrant Chestermere group! @CityChestermere
Research on dairying. Help with names! Photo 1 L to R - Dick May, Cremona, ?, ?, Bob Carlyle, Chestermere, Pete Lester, Chestermere. AB Dairymen's Association Calgary 9 February 1949. Photo 2 Roy Lester in front row left, 1964, Springbank Dairy 4H Club. Others? Thanks!
Tomorrow, 'Dairying in Chestermere' 2pm @ 201 W Chestermere Drive, FREE, ice cream to follow! See more here. fb.me/e/46gIHExFW
Tomorrow Nov 21st 2pm 'The Story of Camp Chestermere' by Doreen Masran - Whitecapper's Ctr. 201 W Chestermere Dr. FREE - Did you go to Camp there? Great photos! fb.me/e/4CXZQTj1b
Ditchrider Diaries POSTPONED :( Sorry for inconvenience it will be rescheduled as soon as possible. @CityChestermere @AnchorCitynews
Historical program Sep 19 2pm - the ditch riders who keep the water flowing to the farmers, and the ditches in good working order! Hear more from a ditch rider, see historical photos biscuits & coffee to follow. fb.me/e/119TE0uKm
Check out the new display @ChestermereLib of summer sports in Chestermere in particular water skiing over the years. And fishing! Take a stroll down Memory Lane to see TWO giant stuffed pike caught here in early years. @CityChestermere
Join CHF as we hear an all new program by Samantha Lemna of Chestermere, on 'Horses and Mules in WW1' 2pm at 201 W Chestermere Drive, Whitecapper's 50+ Centre. FREE! fb.me/e/2ub5paRPu
ALT Captain Philip H Morgan on his horse, Palestine, Aug 1916.
Tuesday April 18th 2pm Whitecappers Room 201 W Chestermere Drive- a new FREE program from CHF. Details in event. 'Horses and Mules in WW1' by Samantha Lemna fb.me/e/2ub5paRPu
ALT Captain Philip Harold Morgan on his horse, Palestine 1916. Royal Gloucestershire Hussars.
Tomorrow, Annual General Meeting at 1pm with cake and refreshments to follow at 2pm. New members welcome!
CHF was given this padlock. It was from the Canadian Pacific Irrigation District (engraved CPID). We have written to CP, and a search of Slaymaker provides general info. Any suggestions how to find more?
Chestermere Lake was once a source of ice for the City of Calgary-- controversy arose in the 1940s about safety. Dr. Hill allayed fears. The c1937 Sea Cadet icehouse still stands in @CampChestermere See more in the display @ChestermereLib @CityChestermere
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This dazzling performance will occur at the John Peake Park Pavilion at 7:15 pm this Saturday.
Find out more about the activities and entertainment at chestermere.ca/winterlights.
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Tues Nov 15th 2pm 'Chestermere at War' by Kay Clarke @KayClar12132188. View companion display of memorabilia from Chestermere area families at Chestermere Public Library @chestermerelib until Nov 30th @CityChestermere
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The new “Pioneer Trail" honours Chestermere families that have had a significant impact on the history of the community.
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Congrats to PROBUS Calgary at 100 years! Chestermere landowner J.A McCulloch's son Ernie became the first president. Father, J.A, had big plans for Chestermere but Ernie's success lay in car sales. @Maclin_Ford
