The Millbrook Times

Serving Cavan-Monaghan and surrounding communities since 1987

  • Lions’ Club Classic Car Show Returns to Kawartha Downs on May 20th

    On May 20th the Bewdley and Millbrook Lions Clubs are hosting the 2nd Annual Classic Car Show at Kawartha Downs. Last year we had over 250 cars and trucks register and show their vehicles. We are hoping for the same turnout again. This year we are including some fun family entertainment. We have the world famous Super…

  • OLG Issues 4th Quarter Gaming Payment to Cavan-Monaghan

    Late last month, the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) submitted the fourth quarter payment for the three months ending March 31st in the amount of $78,447 to the Township of Cavan-Monaghan for hosting Shorelines Slots at Kawartha Downs.  This payment concludes OLG’s fiscal year, during which the township has received $385,974.  Since the gaming…

  • Millbrook and Cave Firefighters’ Association Donate Teddy Bears

    Last month, the Millbrook Cavan Firefighters Association donated 20 plush firefighter bears to the Fire Department. First responders carry plush toys to offer children they meet on calls to soothe and distract them during the emergency. Toys donated from other sources often have inappropriate messages such as Happy Birthday, so these Firefighter bears are a…

  • Three Firefighters Receive Lifetime Member Status with the Millbrook Cavan Firefighters’ Association

    On May 1st, the Volunteer Firefighters’ Association recognized the outstanding service of three of their members. Tom Armstrong, celebrated 40 years to the very day on Monday, while Orville Thertell, has been a member for 31 years, and Dave Auchterlonie a mere 30 years. This group not only come to our rescue when we are…

  • Is a Heritage Conservation District right for downtown Millbrook? 

    This is the question that the Millbrook & Cavan Historical Society (MCHS) will be asking at their Community Forum on Thursday, May 25 at the Millbrook Legion Hall. Your input is needed, but first you’ll want to know what’s involved. To answer all the questions, MCHS is putting together a panel of people who have…

  • Lepper Memorial Birdhouse

    This miniature replica of the long-time residence of Bruce and Lyn Lepper is a birdhouse (for two) that has been constructed in honour and in memory of Bruce, who was both a world champion bird carver and a local champion of heritage conservation.  The birdhouse, donated by the Millbrook & Cavan Historical Society and the…

North Cavan Public School Families chose to celebrate the season at the CMCC last month. For several hours during the evening of December 5th, they took over the facility with a wide variety of activities organized by the parents of their local School Council. These students embraced the event, choosing their own unique Christmas wardrobes and accessories to reflect their festive spirit.

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.