Cobourg was first called Amherst and then Hard Scrabble. By the 1820s the name was changed to Cobourg. Some streets were named after prominent early citizens, some for ancestral heritage and some by business people. Commencing in the latter 20th century new streets were often named after former Cobourg Mayors

Peter Delanty will present the history of Cobourg as told by our street names. Peter , Mayor of Cobourg 2000 – 2010, is a former school principal and recipient of the Governor General’s Caring Canadian Award. His past and continuing commitment to many organizations and causes, include his position as Treasurer in 1980 at the then newly minted Cobourg and District Historical Society.

Join us on Tuesday, January 23 for an informative presentation. Doors open at 7:00 pm. All are welcome. Bring a friend or two! Members free – Guests $5.00.