Christmas Market
On Sunday the Millbrook Farmers’ Market hosted the last event of the season, with booths inside the gymnasium at the school and in the parking lot. Sunshine and mild weather encouraged a strong turnout. Thanks for the season. See you next year!
Christmas Comes to the Village on December 7th
This much-anticipated event hosted by the Millbrook BIA is returning to the village, offering the community an early taste of the season. It runs from 5 to 9pm in downtown Millbrook and features food, shopping, and a few favourite traditions. The popular horse-drawn wagon rides provided by Earle Cochrane and his stable are back,…
New Partnerships Help Millbrook Food Share Reduce Food Insecurity and Food Waste
Did you know that 58% of all food produced in Canada is lost or wasted? In 2019, that represented 11.17 metric tons of food, which is the equivalent of more than 90 CN Towers. So says Second Harvest, Canada’s largest food rescue organization, suggesting that almost a third of this waste is completely avoidable. …
Two Public Forums Collect Additional Feedback on Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan
Last week, two meetings were held to collect public input on the strategic plan for the future of the Parks and Recreational Programs and facilities investments that might be desirable over the next 12 years to address the recreational needs of a growing community. The strategic plan provides background information and recommendations regarding how…
A Treasure in Our Township
My favourite place in town is the Millbrook Branch of the CMLibraries. I was there on Saturday, October 14 to enjoy a delicious tea with a huge array of homemade treats and a silent auction. It was put on in celebration of Ontario Public Library Week and any donations collected enable the library to continue…
Back by Popular Demand
It’s back! The long-awaited sequel to the Historical Society’s first-ever Trivia Night happens November 30. Join MCHS for a riveting night of trivia with emcee Rachel Finney. This 19+ event at the Millbrook Legion Hall is going retro, with the focus on 1980s and 1990s pop culture. Registration is at 6:45, with the fun…