Heritage Dinner & Silent Auction 2026 · Woodstock · Oct 24, 2026

Norwich and District Historical Society's Annual Heritage Dinner and Silent Auction returns! On Saturday, October 24th from 5pm to 9pm, join us for a three-course roast beef dinner and a presentation by Mark Zelinski. Bid on silent auction items donated by buisnesses throughout the Township, and help Norwich and District Historical Society raise the money that helps us continue to preserve, present, and promote the history of Norwich Township. The meal is catered by Jordan's Divine Dish Catering, Norwich. Mark Zelinski: “Niagara Escarpment: Land Between Waters” Zelinski's presentation of “Niagara Escarpment: Land Between Waters” brings exquisite focus to the environmental treasures of the Niagara Escarpment UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, and to the diverse Indigenous and settler communities that thrive along its rugged, curving path. The show includes photos and stories from his global travels, and also features Mark Zelinski’s stunning photography of Royal Botanical Gardens (RBG), considered the plant and wildlife biodiversity hotspot of Canada. Mark Zelinski trained as an artist and a designer, and graduated as the top student of OCAD in 1979. His diverse career as a professional photographer has taken him across 80 countries, with clients ranging from The National Film Board of Canada to Panasonic. He is also a publisher, writer, painter, filmmaker, Fellow of Royal Canadian Geographic Society, member of The Explorer’s Club, Board Member of UNESCO Niagara Escarpment Biosphere Network and winner of the Canadian Governor General’s Medal. Zelinski is best known for his “Books That Heal” initiative - donating 8,000 copies of his photography books to 100 worldwide charities. His internationally acclaimed photography books include forewords by HRH Prince Philip, The Honourable Lincoln Alexander, and The Right Honorable Justin Trudeau. www.MarkZelinski.com