Joe the Barber Celebrates 80 Years
You know the shop is open well before you can see it because of the music. It’s his trademark, which has been known to ruffle a few feathers but for the most part is a much appreciated ingredient to the atmosphere in the village. Joe’s musical tastes are eclectic, running the gamut from country,…
Finding Connections
Like community newspapers, our phones connect us with one another. So do our stories. As we have been developing the June 15 Blocks and Blooms tour, we have been enjoying some stories, making some surprising connections, all about phones. One of the stops on our self-guided tour we’re planning is Dr. Turner’s house on…
Kitchen Party Fundraiser Honours Late Volunteer by Helping Alleviate Homelessness
Last month, Jane Wilson and Joanne Rowland of Cavan Monaghan organized a fundraising event in honour of the late Erin Sullivan, a young woman who died in 2022 of Cystic Fibrosis at the age of 43. They knew Erin through a Buddhist meditation program in Peterborough. Erin had dedicated a great deal of time…
Can We Walk the Talk?
Rev. Will Willimon (Biblical scholar) told this story: In a heated confrontation with one of my parishioners after my sermon, I finally said, “I’m not going to continue to argue with you, George, I’ll never persuade you.” George replied, “Humph. Glad that our Lord didn’t have your…
Community Euchre Draws Casual as well as Dedicated Players
On Wednesday afternoons, the Millbrook Legion hosts Bid Euchre games which are enjoyed by many seniors. Each week, more than 40 players show up to share cards, conversation and some friendly competition. While some players are local, many participants are dedicated card players, coming from Peterborough, Port Hope and beyond. They travel around the…
All the Right Moves
Annie Smith (centre) with participants in her group fitness classes currently on offer for participants of all abilities at the CMCC on Tuesdays from 10:30 and Thursdays from 11:35 until May 2nd. The forty-five minute classes include a variety of exercises using equipment she provides, such as BOSU balls and are available on a…