The Historical Society got a good though wet start to their October events. We were at the Rochester Country Fair. We sold a map, sweatshirts and cookies and met some potential new members (after all, who wouldn’t want to join a group that’s willing to stand out in the rain to support another local group like the Fair.) We even won the Best Vendor Award (though it could have been the last vendor standing award.) We were happy to support the fair while we tested the waterproof ratings on our foul weather gear.
Next event is our monthly meeting, October19 at 7:00 pm at the Rochester Historical Society Museum at 355 County Road. Just a note; our monthly meetings are always on the 3rd Wednesday of the month. For this month’s program, Howie Smith will regale us with the story of Josiah Smith who was a member of George Washington’s Honor Guard. And as always, the talk will be followed by delicious refreshments and good conversation.
Circle the date, October 22, the opening of our new exhibit: Maps, Signs and Celebrations and a chance to tour the museum. We will also be having our Cranberry Bake Sale. We will be selling fresh cranberries and all the Rochester items you missed out on at the fair. The exhibit will be open from 10-3.