Christmas Memories: Oxford Historical Society’s Sing-a-Long
OXFORD – Friends, students, and family members came out to the Oxford Memorial Library Dec. 4, to enjoy an evening at the Oxford Historical Society’s nostalgic sing-a-long program called, “Seasonal Songfest and Christmas Memories.”
Before the musical portion began, there was a short business meeting. OHS president, Fred Lanfear, pointed out two original framed certificates on display from the Grand Army of the Republic (GAR). This fraternal organization was for veterans of the Civil War and was the model for today’s American Legion. Although the antique documents received some water damage from flooding at the Depot-Museum, they are still in great shape and remarkable to see today. One, dated October 1, 1885, certified that Solomon F. McFarland was a member of the Edward E. Breed Post 196. McFarland entered the war in 1862 at Oxford as an assistant surgeon in the 83rd volunteer regiment. The other GAR document was dated January 21, 1881. It was signed at the Department of New York in Albany with twenty names of members penned in script.
OHS member Gray Stevens discussed the current project going on at the OHS Depot-Museum to catalog and organize items starting with the photos. The OHS has been given professional advice on how to do the job properly from Chenango County historian, Patricia Evans and past historian, Dale Storms. It is a very large undertaking which will take much time and resources to complete.
Oxford Historian Vicky House described her latest project which is a Chenango County Civil War Commemoration calendar for 2013-14 (18 mos.). This great fundraising calendar, with many photos from the County’s 21 towns and War data was put together by the Chenango County Civil War Commemoration Project committee. All proceeds from the sale of the calendars ($10 each) will go to the committee for the Blue/Gray Ball and Grand Review in 2015. Contact your local Chenango County historical society/museum for availability.
Some amusing anecdotes were told about Christmas’ past from different points of view. Then the Oxford Academy music director, Michael Moren, accompanied by the new high school band director, Corey Riley, led the high school ensembles in wonderfully festive songs starting off with “We Need a Little Christmas” from Mame. The Men’s Ensemble was Aaron Mosner, Adam Clark, and Robert Hofmann Jr., joined by Corey Riley. The Women’s Ensemble was Jessica Russo, Kasey Peters, Sarah Renaud, Emma Leah Hess, Sarah Hedlock and Jessica Frank.
The high schoolers and pianist Louise Spicer then led the audience in a rousing sing-a-long of several traditional songs. Spirits were high and the evening ended with singing Auld Lang Syne and enjoying a table of delicious treats and eggnog.
The not for profit OHS hosts educational and cultural programs free to the public; however, contributions are gladly accepted. For more info call: 821-1223 or email: Museum@OxfordNY.com . On the web visit Museum.OxfordNY.com. To become a supporting member, annual dues have been reduced to $10 per person or $15 per household.
Before the musical portion began, there was a short business meeting. OHS president, Fred Lanfear, pointed out two original framed certificates on display from the Grand Army of the Republic (GAR). This fraternal organization was for veterans of the Civil War and was the model for today’s American Legion. Although the antique documents received some water damage from flooding at the Depot-Museum, they are still in great shape and remarkable to see today. One, dated October 1, 1885, certified that Solomon F. McFarland was a member of the Edward E. Breed Post 196. McFarland entered the war in 1862 at Oxford as an assistant surgeon in the 83rd volunteer regiment. The other GAR document was dated January 21, 1881. It was signed at the Department of New York in Albany with twenty names of members penned in script.
OHS member Gray Stevens discussed the current project going on at the OHS Depot-Museum to catalog and organize items starting with the photos. The OHS has been given professional advice on how to do the job properly from Chenango County historian, Patricia Evans and past historian, Dale Storms. It is a very large undertaking which will take much time and resources to complete.
Oxford Historian Vicky House described her latest project which is a Chenango County Civil War Commemoration calendar for 2013-14 (18 mos.). This great fundraising calendar, with many photos from the County’s 21 towns and War data was put together by the Chenango County Civil War Commemoration Project committee. All proceeds from the sale of the calendars ($10 each) will go to the committee for the Blue/Gray Ball and Grand Review in 2015. Contact your local Chenango County historical society/museum for availability.
Some amusing anecdotes were told about Christmas’ past from different points of view. Then the Oxford Academy music director, Michael Moren, accompanied by the new high school band director, Corey Riley, led the high school ensembles in wonderfully festive songs starting off with “We Need a Little Christmas” from Mame. The Men’s Ensemble was Aaron Mosner, Adam Clark, and Robert Hofmann Jr., joined by Corey Riley. The Women’s Ensemble was Jessica Russo, Kasey Peters, Sarah Renaud, Emma Leah Hess, Sarah Hedlock and Jessica Frank.
The high schoolers and pianist Louise Spicer then led the audience in a rousing sing-a-long of several traditional songs. Spirits were high and the evening ended with singing Auld Lang Syne and enjoying a table of delicious treats and eggnog.
The not for profit OHS hosts educational and cultural programs free to the public; however, contributions are gladly accepted. For more info call: 821-1223 or email: Museum@OxfordNY.com . On the web visit Museum.OxfordNY.com. To become a supporting member, annual dues have been reduced to $10 per person or $15 per household.
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