Hometown Histories Speaker Series with Cynthia LeBrun

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Join us on September 21, 2024, from 1 to 3 pm for a special event as part of BC Culture Days and the OHS/MAV Speaker Series. Award-winning author Cynthia LeBrun will present her latest novel, "Black Sunflowers," a deeply moving story inspired by the vivid memories of her mother-in-law, who grew up in Soviet-occupied Ukraine. This event holds particular significance for Vernon, which has a large Ukrainian population that also felt the ripples of Soviet occupation. The presentation will include a reading from the novel, followed by a Q&A session where attendees can engage with the author. Copies of "Black Sunflowers" will be available for purchase, and Cynthia will be signing books after the presentation.

Admission is by donation at the door with funds going to support humanitarian relief in Ukraine.

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Museum & Archives of Vernon (MAV) and the Okanagan Historical Society, Vernon Branch (OHS)

The mission of the MAV is to advance public knowledge and appreciation of the natural, cultural, and historical heritage of the north Okanagan. The MAV is open to visitors Wednesdays (1 to 4pm) and Thursday, Fridays and Saturdays (11am to 4pm).

The OHS was incorporated in Vernon on September 4, 1925; next year, the organization turns 100! The local branch supports a variety of heritage-based projects and publications, including an Annual Report of local heritage topics.