Special Events and

Exhibits

Reflections of the Natural WorldGlass Art of Laurie Spieker

Joseph Schneider

Haus

2015 Folk Artist-in-Residence

Winter/Spring 2015

Joseph Schneider HausJoseph Schneider Haus National Historic Site is a dynamic community museum and local landmark in downtown Kitchener. The 1816 Georgian frame farmhouse was built by one of the area’s early settlers, Joseph Schneider, a Pennsylvania-German Mennonite.Today, history comes to life as costumed staff demonstrate traditional tasks in step with the seasons. Come by for a visit and enjoy hands-on activities, workshops, special events, gallery exhibits and more!Winter/Spring hoursFebruary 14 to April 30The historic house, galleries and gift shop are open Wednesday to Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday 1 to 5 p.m. The main floor of the historic house and exhibit galleries are wheelchair accessible.

Admission*

Adults $2.25 Seniors/Students $1.50 Children $1.25 Family $5(Two adults and their dependent children) All prices plus HST.

Gift Certificates available. Museum members receive a 10 per cent discount on select workshops and in our gift shop.Free parking, accessible by GRT bus routes 2, 8, 24 and 25.*Prices subject to change

Reflections of the Natural WorldGlass Art of Laurie Spieker

Laurie’s appreciation for glass moved her through stained glass and into the warm realm of fused and kiln-formed glass. Her current body of glass art is based on close observations of nature.The Folk Artist-in-Residence is sponsored by the Friends of Joseph Scheider Haus.

Opening reception:Saturday, February 14, 1 to 4 p.m.On exhibit to April

Glass lecture series:Laurie Spieker: Discovering the Art in GlassWednesday, March 25, 7 p.m. $5 plus HSTDominic Marner, Associate Professor, Art History, University of Guelph: Medieval GlassWednesday, April 1, 7 p.m. $5 plus HST

Sheila McMath, Curator, The Canadian Clay & Glass Gallery: Contemporary Glass and Canadian ArtWednesday, April 8, 7 p.m. $5 plus HST

Glass workshops:Get a Reaction! March Break Fused Glass Drop-InTuesday, March 17, 1 to 4 p.m. – $6 plus HSTExplore chemical reactions using reactive glass and fusible components. Fused Glass Pendant for MomSaturday, May 2, 1 to 4 p.m. – $30 plus HSTAges 6 to 96. Make two pendants. Pre-registration required.Watch for more glass workshops in the fall.

Glass demonstrations Celebrating Quilts – Stained Glass DemoSaturday, June 6, from 1 to 4 p.m.Join Laurie as she demonstrates the tools, techniques and materials of stained glass, while working on a colour-splashed glass quilt.

On exhibit February 14 to April 26

Quilt Block Contest

The 2015 contest theme is Vibrant Violaceous. Submit an original quilt block or use a traditional design pieced or appliqued that includes floral and purple. Submissions are due April 16, 2015. The completed quilt will be raffled off in 2016, with proceeds assisting Museum projects.For more information visit: http://bit.ly/quiltblockcontest

March Break March 14 to 22

Drop-in activities all week long in the Historic House.

Hamilton ReptilesMonday, March 16, 12:30 to 1:15 p.m. and 1:30 to 2:15 p.m.Hamilton Reptiles are excited to introduce you to some of their scaly super stars.

Craft Extravaganza! Tuesday, March 17, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Come and get crafty with Joseph Schneider Haus staff all day. Special guests Knitting Enthusiast Emily Beilby and Stained Glass Artist Laurie Spieker drop in for some hands-on fused glass activities and/or bring your knitting projects and problems, 1 to 4 p.m.

KW Forest School and Elements of Bird Language Wednesday, March 18, 1 to 4 p.m. Birds are the eyes and ears of the forest. If we learn to listen in on their conversations, we can pick up a lot more of what’s going on in the woods, seeing more wildlife as a result. Dylan Siebert will introduce this ancient art using outdoor games for the young and young at heart.

Tin Roof GlobalThursday, March 19, 12:30 to 2 p.m. and 2:30 to 4 p.m.Drone helicopter flights! Tin Roof Global will be showing you where our water flows from 91 metres up (300 feet).

Let’s Talk ScienceFriday, March 20, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.University of Waterloo’s Let’s Talk Science are bringing their most exciting and informative hands-on experiments.

We invite quilt artists from across Canada to participate in the 2015 exhibition. This years theme is Connections.

May 10 to September 27 For entry forms and more information visit: www.grandnationalquiltshow.ca

Celebrate the coming of spring! Trees are a symbol of renewal and regeneration. This exhibit draws on the Joseph Schneider Haus folk-art collection.February 14 to April 26

Coming this summer!

Grand National Quilt Show

Trees of Life Exhibit

Seniors’ DayThursday, February 26 Admission is free for those 55 years of age and older.

Knits, Mitts and Warm Winter ClothingFebruary 28 and March 1Find out how the Schneiders kept warm during the winter season.

Working with WoodMarch 7 and 8Guest wood workers show you how wood can be used to make everything from cabinets to spoons and more.

Surviving Until Spring March 14 and 15See what skills early settlers used to get through winter.

March BreakMarch 14 to 22Drop-in activities all week long. See March Break listings for details.

Pysanky (Ukrainian Easter Egg) Workshop Saturday, March 21 10 a.m. to noon and 2 to 4 p.m.Impress your friends with beautiful hand decorated Easter Eggs. $10, taxes and materials included. Ages 12 and up.Call to register.

Haus activities throughout the day. Family Day – Winter Tracking and StorytellingMonday, February 16, 1 to 4 p.m.At this time of year there are stories written in the snow, and we can learn to read them. Join Dylan Siebert of KW Forest School for outdoor games and activities that teach the elements of tracking, as well as what these skills mean for winter survival and daily interactions with our animal neighbours.

All About Undertaking: Funeral Businesses and Practices in Waterloo CountyThursday, February 19, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Author and local historian Marion Roes discusses both the changing rituals around death and burial practices of cultural groups within the region and the people who have made a career providing those services. 2014 Edna Staebler Research Fellow, sponsored by the Friends of Joseph Scheider Haus. Admission by donation.

Crockpot vs. Eintopf February 21 and 22Join us for some warm winter cookery.

Opening WeekendSaturday, February 14, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.Joseph Schneider Haus reopens for the season. Reception 1 to 4 p.m.

Special eventsVisit our website for details or call 519-742-7752. Regular admission applies unless otherwise noted.

Sample some traditional Easter cheese and help the Schneiders scratch decorate Pennsylvania-German designs onto naturally dyed Easter Eggs.

Easter Egg HuntSaturday, April 4, 10 a.m.Meet the Easter Bunny and bring along a small basket to collect eggs! For ages eight and younger. $2 suggested donation.

EASTER EGGSTRAVAGANZA!April 3 to 5

Maple SyrupMarch 21 and 22Sap will be simmering outside. Sample taffy and maple cake.

Seniors’ DayThursday, March 26Admission is free for those 55 years of age and older.

Heritage ChickensMarch 28 and 29See heritage chicks and visit with our friends from Waterloo 4H.

25th Annual Volunteer Appreciation BreakfastHosted at Waterloo Region Museum Wednesday, April 15, 7:30 to 10 a.m.The staff at Joseph Schneider Haus, Waterloo Region Museum, McDougall Cottage and the Region of Waterloo Libraries host our annual volunteer appreciation breakfast at the Waterloo Region Museum. Free for volunteers.

PD Day ActivitiesFriday, April 17, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.Keep little hands busy with an array of family fun activities happening throughout the day.

Recycled Puppet Workshop Saturday, April 18, 1 to 4 p.m. In celebration of Earth Day we’re recycling socks, shoes, CD cases and more to create magical creatures with Sarah Granskou, Folk Artist-in-Residence 2013. Cost: $40 adults, $35 seniors and children six and up plus HST. Materials included. Call to register.

Plant a SeedApril 25 and 26Meet Horticulturalist Karolyn Fournier on April 25 from 1 to 4 p.m. Learn all about seed collecting, sharing and planting from our guests from Waterloo 4H. Plant a seed to take home.

Seniors’ DayThursday, April 30Admission is free for those 55 years of age and older.

Special eventsVisit our website for details or call 519-742-7752. Regular admission applies unless otherwise noted.

Crokinole TournamentSaturday, April 11, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.See teams from across the region compete. Spectators welcome.

Region of Waterloo

MuseumsDiscover. Explore. Play. Learn.

Waterloo Region Museum10 Huron Road, Kitchener

519-748-1914

Doon Heritage Village10 Huron Road, Kitchener

519-748-1914

Joseph Schneider Haus466 Queen Street South,

Kitchener 519-742-7752

McDougall Cottage89 Grand Avenue South,

Cambridge 519-624-8250

Volunteers Build CommunitiesVolunteers enhance communities by contributing their skills to create a place where people can enjoy history. To learn more about how you can volunteer contact the Coordinator of Volunteer Services at 519-748-1914.

We’re Making History at the Joseph Schneider Haus!Our immersive curriculum-based programs emphasize hands-on learning in the Historic Haus and outbuildings. Short-term Programs run concurrently with our Core Programs by making use of the galleries and classroom. Call our Education Coordinator to find out more 519-575-4491 ext. 3247.

Volunteers

Education programs

www.regionofwaterloo.ca/museums

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