Next Farmers’ Market Sunday October 27
Who knew there were more than 1,500 different varieties of eggplants? At least three kinds were on offer at last Sunday’s market – the large Black Beauty, an elongated Asian/Japanese type and a white fleshed Caspar. It’s interesting to see all of the unique and unusual produce being grown by some of our vendors. …
Vote for Better Public Health by Addressing Climate Change
With a federal election in the air, hopefully there will be a heightened opportunity to discuss how Canada responds to the climate emergency that threatens the wellbeing and the future of our planet. In fact, a recent Ipsos Reid poll showed that 82% of Canadians see climate change as a serious problem, and…
Home Schoolers’ Art Program Offered in Cavan
The Home Schoolers Art Program began last month at the Cavan Art Gallery & Academy. It has been a glint in the eyes of the Director, artist Valerie Kent, who has wanted to do this program for some time, and now it is a reality. Every week there is a different project where various…
Self-Regulation and Young Children Presentation
Millbrook EarlyON Child and Family Centre staff is very excited to welcome Dr. Brenda Smith-Chant to the centre for an informative evening. Dr. Smith-Chant is the Director of Research for the Self-Regulation Institute as well as an Associate Professor of the Psychology Department of Trent University. Prior to becoming a researcher, Brenda was a…
Kids Clothing Swap Fundraiser for the Old Millbrook School Family Centre
As the season changes, so do the wardrobes. Do you have gently used clothing that will no longer be useful next year? Are you looking to beef up your children’s closet with some new-to-them items? If so, you may be able to help the local family centre while you address your kids’ closet concerns…
Join the Library as it Celebrates 125 Years
2019 marks the 125th anniversary of the Cavan Monaghan Libraries’ Millbrook Branch. Things have changed quite markedly for the library from its humble start October 1st, 1984 as a Mechanics Institute, to our 2 bustling branches that cater to our diverse and growing patronage. We invite you to join us for an Anniversary Tea…