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Upcoming Events
Mar30Thu20237:00 pm The Millbrook and Cavan Historic... @ Millbrook LegionThe Millbrook and Cavan Historic... @ Millbrook LegionMar 30 @ 7:00 pmThree rounds of trivia covering topics including local history, sports and recreation, Canadian geography and more. Music and prizes. In support of the Historical Society.Apr1Sat20239:00 am Spring Craft Sale @ Omemee LegionSpring Craft Sale @ Omemee LegionApr 1 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pmHosted by the Omemee Swans at the Omemee Legion. Handwoven items, jams, hemp products, honey, candy, plants and raffle, $1 entry fee donated to the Lady Eaton School in Omemee. Light lunch available.Apr3Mon20239:00 am New To You Clothing Store @ New to You Clothing StoreNew To You Clothing Store @ New to You Clothing StoreApr 3 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pmOpen 9am to 3pm every Monday to Friday. Please consider donating good quality used clothing. Funds received from the sale of these items support local programs and services.Apr5Wed202312:00 pm Rural Connections – April 5th @ St. John’s Church, IdaRural Connections – April 5th @ St. John’s Church, IdaApr 5 @ 12:00 pmRural Connections: Join us for lunch and a social time on Wed., April 5th at St. John’s Church, Ida. In March, we will have a guest speaker from the Fire Department reviewing key safety guidelines to follow in our homes. Be sure to invite your friends. We start at 12... Continue reading →Apr12Wed2023
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Getting ready for March Break @ the CMLibraries
Do you have plans for the March Break? It is coming up so quickly! Along with our regular programming, join us at the Cavan Monaghan Libraries as we host an activity each day. Starting on March 14th, we will have a variety of fun and exciting activities for the kids. Tuesday (Bruce Johnston… Continue reading
Life Renovations for Lent
Tom and I are renovating our kitchen. We talked at length about the changes we needed to make. We planned what we thought would be best. We did the research and hired a top-notch contractor. Now, more than halfway through the project, our home is still in chaos. Assured that… Continue reading
Canada Post Community Foundation invites Applications for Grants in Support of Youth
The 2023 application period for Canada Post’s Community Foundation grants is now open. This organization provides grants up to $25,000 to Canadian schools, charities and community organizations that make a difference in the lives of children and youth. There are also up to three $50,000 Signature Grants for organizations with… Continue reading
All the Glory & Glam of Luxury Window Treatments
What do you think about when you think of Luxury Window Treatments? 1. Is it the softness of the fabric or details in the trims and bandings that add colour and interest for a gorgeous look and impact? 2. Does luxury mean “Bling” as in crystal rod ends and sparkling… Continue reading
Popular Minor Ball Hockey League Expands This Season
As the end of the local ice hockey season approaches, minor hockey players can find solace in the knowledge that its warm-weather equivalent will be starting soon on home “ice” to fill the void. Players can switch their hockey skates for sneakers for a warmer hockey experience in the Cavan… Continue reading
Royal Canadian Legion Events – March 2023
Progressive Euchre: Wednesday afternoons 1:00 p.m. $5.00 per person Dart League: Wednesdays, register at 7:30 pm, play at 8 pm, $5 per person. Join a team or be a spare. Alf Brooks Memorial Cribbage: Saturday, Mar. 11 from 11 am – 4pm, play at noon. $20 per 2-person team. Prize… Continue reading
Winter Fun at the Millbrook EarlyON Child Centre
A youngster was pleased as punch with her colourful snowman created last week at one of the many outdoor activities hosted by our family centre. Every Wednesday, staff provide an outdoor program where youngsters engage with nature, exploring the playground, community garden, trails and sidewalks in the neighbourhood building an… Continue reading
Budget Discussions Continue to Reduce Proposed Municipal Spending
The first draft of the 2023 budget was presented to Council at their December 8th meeting. The combined asks for operating and capital in that document would require a 9.4% municipal tax rate increase. These first drafts are starting points for financial discussion which usually result in significant reductions in… Continue reading