About The Stayner Heritage Society
The Stayner Heritage Society Goals Δ
- To promote among present and former residents of the Stayner Area, the preservation and appreciation of their heritage.
- To undertake projects of any nature to encourage and develop the study and preservation of that heritage.
- To co-operate with Municipal Council, Service Clubs, and other organizations.
Executive Committee 2011 ~ 2012 Δ
- Chairperson – Jeff Parton
- Vice Chair – Bob Charlton
- Past Chair – Kevin Jerry
- Secretary – Myrna Johnson
- Treasurer – Carol Marsden
- Publicity – Dorothy-Anne Millsap
- Membership – Barb Stransky
- Program – Catherine Walker, Ferne Allen, June Holroyd, Susan Brockwell
- Clearview Council Rep – Robert Walker
- Chamber of Commerce Rep – Claire Weston
- Lions Club Rep – Pete Jerry
- Kinsmen Club Rep – Jayson Cox
- Eastern Star Rep – Richard Marsden
- Masonic Order Rep – John Hindle
- Legion Rep – Patty Connor
- Horticultural Garden Club Rep – Pam Townsend
- Clearview Theatre Rep – Pam Townsend
- Stayner Collegiate Rep- Emily Walker
- Community Reps – Shirlie Millsap, Judy Cox, Phyllis Perry, Shirley Parton,
- Emeritus – Helen Hanna, Mary Burkholder
- History – Jim Paul
- Nominations – Barb Stransky, Pam Townsend
- Technical Advisor – Jack Craig
- 2 Year Directors – Bob Charlton, Pete Jerry
- 1 Year Directors - Manfred Leimgardt, Lorne Stewart
- Auditor – Sandra Squires
History of The Stayner Heritage Society Δ
By: Dorothy-Anne MillsapIt all began in 1992 after the very successful Stayner Continuation School Reunion.
Many of the organizers of the Reunion felt we should have a permanent group in the community of Stayner which would concentrate on preserving the past. They knew that, as time has passed, much of our history has been lost.
An executive Committee was formed, consisting of representation from Stayner’s organizations and Service Clubs. A constitution was drafted and application was made to the Ontario Historical Society. Incorporation was achieved in January, 1998.
The Committee began by commissioning an Archives Cabinet to be placed in Byng School to house records and memorabilia from Stayner’s educational saga. Remaining funds were dedicated to the formation of a Heritage Society in hopes that a museum for the town would be possible at some future date.
The SHS participated in the beautification of Stayner Main Street and the refurbishing of the "Fountain Park" and "Station Park" both on Main Street in conjunction with the Millennium celebrations.
It also endeavoured to replace the Railway Station, lost in 1986. This structure could be a place for the museum. Through a decade, various plans to rebuild the Station did not materialize because suitable land could not be found. The Society has not given up on this project.
The Society attempted to purchase Stayner Small Hall (the former Orange Hall) but this endeavour was not successful.
Each year, a " Heritage Day" is held in Station Park . In 2006 and 2007, a Big Band Dance was held in the Arena, featuring the "Toronto All-Star Big Band". During each year, through a special "Remembrance Day" program in November, and "Black History Event" in February, SHS is able to be visible in the Community. Through various fund-raising projects, membership revenues and donations, SHS is able to meet obligations while planning for the acquisition of a Museum.