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CTV News
06-07-2025
- General
- CTV News
‘We had to continue and make them proud': Grassmere Church celebrates 150th anniversary
A historic Manitoba church marked a major milestone Saturday with a community celebration honouring 150 years of faith and local heritage. Located in the Rural Municipality of Rockwood, Grassmere Church was established in 1875 and is part of the Historic Sites of Manitoba collection, named by the Manitoba Historical Society. For generations, the church has stood as a symbol of community spirit in the region. To mark the occasion, residents gathered at the site for a day of festivities, food, and memories — reconnecting with the past while celebrating the future. Gordon Appleyard, who was baptized at the church in 1940, recalled fond memories of the church's summer picnics. 'I remember taking part in all the races, activities, fishpond, and chanting,' he said. 'The picnic was a big deal because there weren't many parties in the district or anything to go to. It was a big part of the summer — you looked forward to it.' Patti Matheson, one of the event organizers, said the turnout showed how deeply rooted the church is in the community. 'There was so much interest from people across generations,' she said. 'This event showed the connection the community has to this space — and it was very exciting.' For congregation member Gayleen Nixon, the day was about more than just a celebration — it was about carrying on a legacy. 'They all worked their little souls out to make this community work, and we had to continue and make them proud,' she said. 'It's very special because all our parents and grandparents are in the cemetery. We'll never not be a part of this community, with our families behind us there.'
BBC News
09-05-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Embellished coins are released for Liberty's 150th anniversary
Coins celebrating 150 years of the "flamboyant style and timeless designs" of the emporium Liberty have been unveiled by the Royal was founded in 1875 and is known for the distinctive Tudor-style architecture of its London building and its floral and paisley brand became a hub for design and craftsmanship and is celebrated for its fashion and its decoratively patterned £5 coin design includes elements from Liberty's latest collection of fabrics. Liberty's historyIn 1875, Arthur Lasenby Liberty borrowed £2,000 from his future father-in-law and took a building on Regent Street, London. He collected and sold ornaments and fabrics to a public enraptured by oriental fashions - and within 18 months the loan was Great Marlborough Street shop followed in 1924, built from the timbers of two ancient three-decker battleships - their decks now being the shop ships were the HMS Impregnable and the HMS Hindustan. The coins and medallion will be on display at Liberty's flagship store from 12 May to the end of Morgan, director of commemorative coin at the Royal Mint, said: "Flamboyant style, timeless designs and the finest British craftsmanship have been combined to produce a special commemorative coin to mark 150 years of Liberty."It has been a pleasure collaborating with Liberty to create this unique design that honours the brand's rich heritage and its bright future."
