2003

The Credit Valley Conservation Authority will be installing an interpretive kiosk sign in December just inside the entrance to the Bruce Trail at the bridge in Limehouse. The two-sided sign allows the Society to expand the story of the lime industry in Limehouse.

Photos will be posted.

October 20 , 2003

The Limehouse Kilns Society received $6000 from The Heritage Foundation of Halton Hills. Approximately $20,000 was raised from the 3rd annual Mayor's Golf Tournament with proceeds being directed to heritage projects in Halton Hills.

July 5, 2003

Bruce Trail Yard Sale
Limehouse Memorial Hall, 9 a.m .- 1 p.m.

June 22, 2003

Limehouse Kiln Society Annual General Meeting
Limehouse Memorial Hall, 3:30 p.m.

The meting will immediately follow the Trail Launch Day events at the Civic Centre in Georgetown.

3rd Annual Mayor's Golf Tournament
Blue Springs Golf and Country Club - Acton.

May 15, 2003

An Evening with John McDonald
Limehouse Memorial Hall, 7 p.m

Sponsored by the Milton Historical Society, local historian John McDonald gave an interesting and informative talk on the lime kilns and the history of Limehouse. The presentation was illustrated by a unique personal collection of antique postcards of Limehouse and the area. A Limehouse native, Mr. McDonald initiated the momentum to preserve the kilns many years ago, and was instrumental in protecting the draw kiln. He remains involved in the Society and its work.

May 10, 2003

Hearthside Auction & Open House
Halton Region Museum

Preview and Tours 11:30 am to 1:00 p.m.
Auction 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Many joined us for a day in the country and placed their bid on an array of great items generously donated for auction by local businesses and individuals.

Items for auction included 2 tickets anywhere Air Canada flies, family passes to The Renaissance Festival, dinners in great restaurants, a Glen Eden Ski and Snowboard Centre Season Pass, Shaw Festival tickets, estate furniture, and much, much more...even new tires for your car!

The list of auction items was posted at www.region.halton.on.ca/museum/newsevents.
Refreshments and entertainment on site.
Limited tickets were available: $10 per person.

May 4, 2003

Bruce Trail Day
Limehouse Memorial Hall, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Dozens came to Limehouse and explored the limekilns while hiking the trail. Information about the Society was available in the Limehouse Memorial Hall. Folks hiked early and stayed for lunch or came for lunch and then hiked. Limehouse Kiln Blend coffee was offered. The wildflowers were at their peak, and many visitors took great photos.