So Much to do at the CMLibraries
By Courtney Spence Although February is a short month, the CMLibraries has a lot going on as we start to winddown from our Seniors Community Grant. We continue to offer Crafty Chats in the Stacks, a program open to all ages on Wednesdays from 10:15am-12:15pm at our Millbrook Branch. In February, we will be…
Workshop for Non-Farming Owners of Farmland Scheduled for February 20th
As Ontario’s population grows, every acre of farmland is critical for community-level and regional resilience. The public is increasingly interested in knowing where their food comes from, and there is a growing commitment to supporting local and Canadian products. However, over recent decades, significant shifts have taken place on the farming landscape in our…
Cavan Monaghan Fire Department 2025 Awards
Pictured from top to bottom is: Steve Young, being recognized for a decade of commitment and dedication. Below are Stew Tummonds and Grant Williams, whose 15 years of service have contributed to the growth and safety of the department and the community they serve. Below is Keith Schultz, whose 40 years of dedication to…
Elite Private Hockey Academy Teams Compete at the CMCC
Pictured is one of two NHL-sized pads found in the main school building at the Canadian International Hockey Academy in Rockland, Ontario. The junior hockey scouting season unofficially kicks off with the Steve Richey Memorial Tournament of Champions in January. It features U16 and U18 teams from across the province and beyond and is…
Community Events – February
Millbrook Manor Annual General Meeting: Tuesday, Feb. 10th at 7pm in the First Floor common Room of the Millbrook Manor. Attendees must register by 4pm Feb. 9th by calling Shawn Abraham at 705-932-3066 to register. Family Day Event: Feb. 16th from noon to 2pm at the CMCC. Join your neighbours for cupcake decorating, family…
Fill the Net for Millbrook Foodshare at the Winter Classic Hockey Tournament
Millbrook Minor Hockey is hosting their Winter Classic tournament on the weekend of February 6th and are once again taking the opportunity to help the Millbrook Foodshare while they celebrate our national sport. It’s an effort they are calling “Shut out Hunger” in recognition of the goalie’s objective of earning a shutout. Last year…
January 2026
Community Events January 2026
Township Budget Meetings: Thursday, January 15th at 1pm and 5 pm at the Council Chambers or stream online at www.cavanmonaghan.net/agenda.
Lions’ Breakfast: Sunday, January 25th from 8:30 until noon at the Lions’ Den, at the corner of Larmer Line and Cty Rd. 10. Bacon and eggs, hash browns, peameal bacon, baked beans, toast and jam, fruit salad, beverages. Adults $12.50, kids 6-12 $8, kids under 6 eat free.
Tea at Two: Wednesday, January 28th at 2:00 pm. at Bethany United Church. Speaker from Youth Emergency Shelter in Peterborough. Donations welcomed. Wish list on their website www.yesshelter.ca Light Refreshments served.
‘Remember when THAT happened? Thursday, January 29, 1-3 pm at the Millbrook branch of Cavan Monaghan Libraries, Old Millbrook School. Join the Historical Society for a Lunch & Learn, as we explore how to capture some of the local stories that give colour and texture to this place where we live. Come and tell a few tales or just listen in. Free, and fun! Info: millbrookcavanhs.org
Millbrook Community Choir: Mondays, 7-9 pm, at Centreville-Harmony Church, Zion Line at County Rd. 28, just south of the roundabout. All voices welcome! For information, email millbrookcommunitychoir@gmail.com.
Monthly Sing-along: Wednesdays from 7 to 8pm at St Thomas’ Anglican Church, 16 Centre Street, Millbrook. All welcome! Just bring yourself and your voice! The aim is to have fun! Decaff-coffee/herbal tea/cookies and conversation following in the parish hall. For more information please contact Rhonda Smith at rhondasmithbes@nexicom.net
Take Off Pounds Sensibly: Every Thursday at St. Thomas Anglican Church in Millbrook. Weigh in at 4:15 – 4:30pm, meeting begins at 4:30pm. Parking is available behind the church off Manor Drive. For more information, call Lou at 705-944-5812 or email bluemoons@nexicom.net
Community Care events:
Monthly Blood Pressure Clinic: Tuesday Jan. 20th at 11 am at the Cavan Monaghan Community Centre, Wednesday, Wed. Jan 21st at 10 am at the Millbrook Manor and at 12:30 at the Millbrook Legion.
January Luncheon: Thursday, Jan. 15th at noon at the Millbrook Legion. Tickets $20, speaker Guide Dog Tales.
Tai Chi (beginners)*: Mondays and Thursdays except the 3rd Thursday of the month at 9:30 am* New season, call to pre-register at 705-932-2011.
Tai Chi*: Mondays and Thursdays except the 3rd Thursday of the month at 10:30 am*
Bid Euchre: Mondays at 1pm.
Line Dancing*: Tuesdays at 10 am*
Walking Group: Tuesdays at 10 am at the CMCC
Coffee and Conversation: 10:45 at the CMCC
Mat Stretch and Strengthen: Tuesday at noon
Gentle Chair Stretch: Wednesdays 9 am
Coffee and Conversation: Wednesdays at 9:45
Bodies in Balance: Wednesdays at 10 am
Advanced Cardio & Weights: Wednesdays at 11 am
Zumba Gold: Fridays at 10:30 am at the CMCC
Zumba Gold & Body Training: Fridays at 11:45 am at the Millbrook Manor.
*pre-registration required- call 705-932-2011.
Crafts and Conversation: Fridays at 1pm.
Unless otherwise noted, all Community Care events take place at St. Thomas Anglican Church, 16 Centre St., Millbrook
Royal Canadian Legion Branch 402, Millbrook:
Luncheon: Friday, Jan 9th and 23rd 11:30 to 1:30 pm. Menue TBD.
Coffee Club: Tuesdays from 8:30 to 10:30. Come and enjoy a morning of comradeship. Coffee, tea and muffins, $2. Everyone welcome.
Euchre: Wednesdays at 1pm
Dart League: Wednesdays register at 7:30pm, play at 8 pm, $5 per person, everyone welcome!
Activities – Children & Youth
EarlyON Family Centre Programs: offered at the Old Millbrook School, 1 Dufferin St., Millbrook
Mondays: Music and Movement from 10 am to 11 am on the 2nd floor offering songs, dances and instruments to get youngsters moving.
Open Gym at 12:30 pm for infants up to 18 months.
Tuesdays and Thursdays: Stay and Play, 9am to 1:30 pm.
Wednesdays: Infant Stay and Plan 11am to 2pm for play based drop-in program for infants up to 12 months old.
Sundays: Stay and Play from 9:30 am until noon for children up to six years old.