Lots to Do at the CMLibraries

Although February is a short month, the CMLibraries is continuing to offer a variety of programs for a variety of different ages. On Wednesdays at our Millbrook Branch, drop in anytime between 10:30am-12:00pm for Crafting Corner with Courtney. Each week will have a new and interesting craft, facilitated by library… Continue reading

Local Drive for Personal Hygiene Products

Volunteers are launching a second Period Purse drive which will run from February 14th through 28th in Cavan Monaghan.  The donation drive seeks to collect unopened personal hygiene projects including menstrual pads, Tampons, period cups, period underwear, incontinence disposable underwear, (male and female), and new underwear. All products must be unscented…. Continue reading

Millbrook Synchronized Figure Skating Team Brings Home Gold!

The Millbrook Shooting Stars is a Synchronized Skating Team who are in their first ever competitive season.  The team was formed last year and performed at two local showcases. This year, they have participated in two shows and on Saturday, January 25th, the team competed in the Synchro Series #2 at… Continue reading

Lions Bottle Drive for Pediatric Cancer

On January 4th, the Lions Bottle Drive hosted a bottle drive, raising funds for PRHC’s Pediatric Cancer Clinic. Pictured in the front row are Scott McFadden, Bill Hughes, John French, Maddy Wright, Shannon Martin and Linda Hughes. In the back row are Dave Deemert, Jim Wright and Andy Stevenson. The… Continue reading

More Railroad Stories

When the railroad from Port Hope to Millbrook opened in 1856, extending to Lindsay and Peterborough shortly afterwards, our region was transformed from a rural backwater to a transportation hub. Millbrook, a sleepy village of some 250 people, was soon home to over 1,000 residents. Many men were employed at… Continue reading

Royal Canadian Legion Events – February 2025

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 402, Millbrook: Jamboree with Stockdale Central: Sunday, Feb. 2nd from 1 to 4pm.  $10 per person, light lunch and refreshments available. Darts for Hearts:  Saturday, Feb. 8th.  Darts for Hearts tournament.  Blind draw doubles.  Over $600 in prize money available, Must have $20 in pledges to… Continue reading

Regular Activities – Children & Youth Events – February 2025

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 15 months. Tuesdays and… Continue reading