Otonabee South Monaghan Library is hosting their annual Christmas Raffle again this year. Tickets can be purchased at any OSM Library branch or online on our website at https://www.otosoumon.library.on.ca/friends-of-osm-library.html(Tickets are $2.00 each or 3 for $5.00). Among the many prices are Kobo and Kindle e-readers, Baxter Creek Golf Club certificate,… Continue reading
Our Christian Christmas story tells us that God came into the world to live among us as a human being named Jesus. Jesus came first as a newborn baby, vulnerable, fragile needing our care. His parents, had come to a strange town called Bethlehem. The inn was full, leaving them… Continue reading
If you Google the word “aurora” to find out whether the Northern Lights—the Aurora Borealis—might be visible in the Millbrook area on a particular night, make sure not to type in “aura” accidentally, as I did a few nights ago. Instead of gaining some insight into an awe-inspiring spectacle of… Continue reading
This holiday season is getting more local focus with the new Hometown Holiday campaign. This new initiative is a joint partnership between the Havelock Chamber of Commerce, Millbrook & District Chamber of Commerce, Kawartha Chamber of Commerce & Tourism, and the Greater Peterborough Chamber of Commerce on behalf of all… Continue reading
Stories are fun. Over the years there have been many stories written about animals being present in the stable on the night when Jesus was born. This story brings us a family, a modern two parent family who shared the stable with Mary, Joseph and Jesus. It’s a story of… Continue reading
A big shout-out to the wonderful volunteers who make up the Millbrook BIA (Business Improvement Association) Decorating Committee. The Decorating Committee is a committee of, and funded by, the Millbrook BIA and has been in existence for approximately 15 years. These ladies fill 22 urns and numerous hanging baskets in… Continue reading
With just a few weeks’ notice, Postmaster Christine Jones learned that her 23 years of service was about to end as the property where the Fraserville Post Office operated was sold. November 12th was the last day of service, and the “Sold” sign had yet to be posted on… Continue reading
The former rink is back in action, with approximately 450 soccer players from Maple Leaf Cavan FC training in the facility 30 hours a week. Players aged 5 to adults are working on the skills during evenings and weekends, playing the game they love. After a shortened 2021 season that… Continue reading
The Kawartha Pony Club had a successful year despite some challenges due to the ongoing pandemic situation. We persevered. Our club has continued to grow, fund raise, and participate in activities throughout 2021. We currently have 17 members between the ages of six and 21, adult horse masters, as well… Continue reading
