$5.00

includes coffee, tea, refreshments, and lots of snacks!

Follow Barton Street eastward past Parkdale Avenue North. The next main street will be Woodward Avenue North. Turn left onto Woodward and follow it down, almost to the end. The museum will be on your right hand side (look for a large blue sign).

If you're coming from the QEW Niagara, exit at the Burlington St. East exit. At the lights, turn left onto Woodward Avenue. The museum will be on your left hand side.

Guest Speaker
Rob McConnell , From The 'X' Zone Radio

Rob is the host and Executive Producer of The 'X' Zone Radio/Television Show; President of The 'X' Media Group; President - Ghost Tours of Canada; Part Owner of Niagara Ghost & Paranormal Tours. He will be speaking on the subject of "Mainstream Media and the Paranormal."

NO MEETING THIS MONTH

Open Media Session Meeting

Bring your ghost photos, evp's, video clips, and an open mind! If there's time, maybe we'll even conduct a seance!

Guest Speaker
Patrick Cross, Burlington Ghost Researchers

Patrick Cross, an International Paranormal Researcher and Parapsychologist and also the founder of Burlington Ghost Researchers will be giving a presentation on Burlington, Ontario's haunted hot-spots.

Guest Speaker
Gerald Pyra , S.P.E.C.T.E.R. Web

S.P.E.C.T.E.R. was formed by Gerald and Kathryn in 1998 after they experienced unexplained phenomena in their house. Over the last few years they have assembled a knowledgeable group of individuals that have investigated and studied paranormal activities across Southern Ontario.

Gerald will be talking not only about the many investigations that they have done but as well, his unique spiritual dowsing capabilities.

Special Topic:
"Hamilton's Forgotten Mansions and Buildings"
Presented by Stephanie Lechniak and Daniel Cumerlato of Haunted Hamilton.

NO MEETING THIS MONTH!

Guest Speaker
Steven Dietrich , Orb and Ghost Photo Research

Just in time to welcome him as a part of the HH Committee, Steve has graciously agreed to speak at this month's meeting. He is one of the hardest working individuals in the field and has a well respected attitude and credence towards the world of the paranormal. Steve will be talking about Ghost Photography and the many different tools (did we say many!) that he uses while conducting an investigation! Definitely not a meeting to miss!

Special Topic:
Ghostly Debate

A meeting open to everyone (as always) where the topic at hand will be something that is commonly overlooked... "What is a ghost?"
Bring forth your ideas and suggestions as the group discusses this question. This will definitely make for an interesting and heated meeting!

October 1, 2003

NO MEETING THIS MONTH!

Due to last minute scheduling problems, tonight's meeting is cancelled.

November 5, 2003

Guest Speaker
Ashley Witchcrafter www.ghrs.org/ashley
White Witch & New Age Practitioner
from Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario

Ashley brings a different perspective to ghost research - one from a Witch's standpoint. She perceive ghosts as more than historical but also as spirit guides, as messengers, and as "good things". Her lecture will perhaps help ghost researchers determine more specifically what kind of haunting they may be dealing with and how to go about it from a spiritual point of view. Ashley will also share her personal experiences with ghosts as she's been involved in several seances, ghost clearings, ghost tours and research sessions.

December 3, 2003

Guest Speakers
The Girly Ghost Busters
from the Kitchener/Waterloo Paranormal Research Society

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Guest Speaker:
Michele Stableford (Destiny Moon)
Psychic and Healer

Guided Tour of the Pumphouse

December 5, 2001 _

Guest Speaker:
Karen Ryan
Energy Therapist & Crystal Healing

Guided Tour of the Pumphouse
* Festive x-mas cookies, egg nog, and carols! *

Information Session:
How-to and tips on conducting a ghost investigation
Presented by Daniel, Stephanie, Michele and Kate

Guided Tour of the Pumphouse

February 6, 2002

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Guest Speaker
Brian Henley, Famous Local Historian and Author

"The Dark and Bloody Ground": The Railway Line
running from Hamilton towards the west end of the harbour. Scene of numerous sudden deaths, accidental and otherwise.

March 6, 2002

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Guest Speaker
Bob Milne, of HauntedOntario.com

Bob will be talking about the website that he founded, hauntedontario.com, as well as how he discovers and researches various haunted locations for inclusion on his site.

Open Session Meeting

This month will be an open meeting where we can all share and listen to eacother's personal experiences, as well as get advice from Stephanie, Daniel and their investigative team. Bring your ghost photos or EVP's to share with everyone. (Please e-mail us if you have something in particular that you would like to share with the group)

May 1, 2002

Guest Speaker:
Ron Brown, Famous Author and Historian

Ron will be giving a presentation regarding his latest publication, "Castles And Kings : Ontario's Mansions & the People Who Lived In Them".

Learn about some of our local castles as these gracious old homes were built on a dream, in some cases a fantasy that did not last. They all have a story to tell about the families that lived in them, the fortunes that were made and lost and the communities that grew around them.

Ron Brown has written several books including, Ontario's Secret Landscape, Ghost Railways of Ontario, Ghost Towns of Canada, Vanished Villages, and many more!

June 5, 2002

Information Session
All About the Ouija Board

There is much negativity and concern regarding the Ouija Board. This session will help explain all of this as well as let people know that the Ouija Board can be an interesting tool, only when used properly and with caution.

Learn about the history of the Ouija Board, how to use one properly, and any precautions that you must take when using it. Also hear some true accounts and experiences that happened during a Ouija session.

Guest Speaker
Terry Boyle, Famous Author

Terry is the famous author of numerous books including, Haunted Ontario, Haunted Ontario 2, Ontario Memories, and Hidden Ontario.

Terry also runs walking tours of the history and hauntings of Parry Sound. www.sundogtours.ca

Open Session Meeting

Location: Dundurn Castle Gazebo
(Please note: This meeting is not at the Museum of Steam and Technology)

This month will be an open meeting where we can all share and listen to eacother's personal experiences, as well as get advice from Stephanie, Daniel and their investigative team.

September 4, 2002

Information/Open Session
Legends and Folklore

These may not include true stories of the paranormal, however some of the most intriguing stories of the unknown are legendary. These have shaped the allure of ghosts from before the time of Christ to present day.

For September's meeting we will present you with some stories of folklore that have scared and shocked people way back then as much as they do today.

October 2 , 2002

Information/Open Session
The History of Halloween

Join us on this spooktacular evening as we talk about anything and everything related to Halloween, the night where it is said that the veil between our world and the spirit world is at it's thinnest! Learn about the history of Halloween, how certain traditions were first started, and how we still celebrate them today.

This evening will also feature a special moonlit, group investigation through the historic (and apparently haunted) Pumphouse.

*** The cost of this pumphouse tour will be a separate $3.50 per person and please be sure to bring your own flashlight.

Guest Speaker
Matthew Didier , TGHRS/GHRS Director

Matthew Didier, the Founder and Director of the GHRS/TGHRS, has been researching ghosts since 1985 when he had his own "unexplainable" experience. He will be giving a presentation on the following:

The Great Ghost Myths:
The truth behind orbs, mists, EMF detectors and the address of the whole "creepy = haunted" aspect.

December 4 , 2002

Information/Open Session

The last meeting of 2002 will be one of Haunted Hamilton’s famous open session gatherings. This will allow people to speak about and listen to real ghost stories. These open sessions have received many positive comments from those who attend. We’ve been told that our comfortable, easy-going and fun environment make it easy to tell ghostly experiences. Many people with years of experience in hauntings and investigations will be on hand to give advice and guidance.

As well, Stephanie and Daniel will take some time to preview the Niagara Ghost Trip, discussing Niagara Region haunts that didn’t make the trip itinerary.