The Millbrook Times


  • That’s a Wrap- Millbrook and Area Garden Club Winds Up

    With sadness, the Millbrook & Area Garden Club executive has decided, after an amazing 30-year run, to close its doors. The garden club was founded by Millbrook resident Loretta Pompilio in in the summer of 1992. After her tragic death in the spring of 1997, the club continued on under the direction of Art…

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  • New Cannabis Retailer to Open in Millbrook

    Millbrook will soon be home to a cannabis retailer operated by Peterborough’s Sparq.  This firm currently operates four other licensed retail locations: three in Peterborough and one in Norwood, as well as an on-line dispensary. All retail cannabis outlets in Ontario are licensed and regulated by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario.  All…

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  • Common Ground – February 2023

    “Ah, shall winter mend your case Set your teeth the wind to face Beat the snow down, tread the frost All is gained when all is lost.” William Morris The days are finally getting noticeably longer and both garlic and onions have green shoots inside. Potatoes in the pantry are starting to sprout so…

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  • Today’s Faith – Valentine’s Day 2023

    On Valentine’s Day some of us send flowers or cards to our loved ones, most often our spouse. We use this special day to say and do things we think about but seldom actually do. I just finished reading the “Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry” by Rachel Joyce. This book declares that heartfelt communication…

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  • Bringing History to Life

    Robert Winslow will be sharing his story, which is also part of ours, at a talk hosted by the Historical Society where he will talk about how he makes our history both entertaining and educational at the 4th Line Theatre. It could be argued that no one has done as much for Cavan Monaghan…

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  • 4th Line Theatre Seeking Volunteer Actors the 2023 Season

    Have you always wanted to act onstage?  Want to be part of an epic outdoor production in your community? Have you ever wondered how 4th Line productions come to life? Interested in learning new skills and working alongside professional actors, directors and choreographers?  4th Line Theatre is looking for volunteers to perform in its…

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