Richmond Aqueduct

Richmond Aqueduct
Second Largest Aqueduct Built on the Enlarged Erie Canal (1856-1917)

Sunday, October 23, 2011

SUPPORT HISTORIC PRESERVATION

I enjoyed reading Mike Riley's Citizen column today urging support of local historic societies. Many groups are struggling to survive because the public just does not understand their importance. Like Mike says, we are far from a group that just sits around and talks about the "good ole days."  I have to say that some of the most rewarding experiences I have had in life have come from working with people that care about their communities. They understand the importance of our history, and spend long dedicated hours volunteering their time to make sure it is preserved.  Often history is seen as having little relevance to what is happening in today's society. But history is made up of people and their experiences that shapes the future. So, it behooves us to learn from it to make informed choices for future generations. 

The Montezuma Historical Society was formed in 2006,  and has accomplished a lot of in our first five years to make sure our town's history is preserved for future generations.  Contrary to what may be assumed, the Society does not receive any state, local government taxpayer support or outside help. We are self-sustaining through membership, donations, and fundraising activities.  That means baking and selling a lot of pies & cookies, selling raffle tickets, continually seeking new members, and asking for renewals in order to continue our work. This is all in addition to the programs we plan and hold throughout the year!

Please support two upcoming fundraisers for our operating expenses and closing the gap for funding a historic mural in Montezuma:

ANNUAL HARVEST BAKE SALE 
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8TH -- 8 AM - ?
AT THE TOWN HALL -- DON'T FORGET TO VOTE!



Join the Party -- Help Close the Gap & Ditch the Workout!
ZUMBATHON



SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 27TH -- 1 - 4 PM
AT THE TOWN HALL

COURTESY OF 
STEPPING STONE FITNESS LOFT, WEEDSPORT
AND THE SENSATIONAL SOUND ENTERTAINMENT OF
WILSON & COMPANY DJ SERVICE, MONTEZUMA

DONATION-$10/PERSON -- REFRESHMENTS -- RAFFLES
Join the millions of people that have decided having fun and working out are
not mutually exclusive.  No experience, age limit or fitness level
needed....just a desire to have fun, get some exercise 
and help us bring a mural to Montezuma!


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