[BCMA] Monthly speakers

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Hello,

We still have a monthly speakers program here in Qualicum Beach with the Qualicum Beach Historical and Museum Society although we have also seen a steady decline in memberships over the past 5 years or so.  However, in order to maintain the viability of this program, we advertise the event in our local newspaper and therefore attract the public at large.  We simply ask for a donation towards the society as an "entry fee" and this has given us enough attendance, most of the time, to keep this program running.

I hope this helps.
Cheers,

Netanja Waddell
Manager
Qualicum Beach Museum & Archives
587 Beach Road
Qualicum Beach, BC
V9K 1K7
250.752.5533
Where memories live on.

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> The Maple Ridge Historical Society has had a monthly speaker program for 
> decades.  Until about 5 years ago, we had reasonable turnouts - 
> certainly enough to keep the program going.  Since then, there has been 
> a steady decline as some society stalwarts have passed away and not been 
> replaced by younger members.
> 
> I was wondering how many BC museums/archives/historical societies still 
> maintain a speakers program and is it successful enough to warrant the 
> work that goes into organizing it.  If your programs are successful, 
> what are you doing right?
> 
> Val Patenaude
> Maple Ridge Museum & Community Archives
> Maple Ridge Historical Society
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