Tag: January 2024
Common Ground – January 2024
“I dreamed that, as I wandered by the way, Bare Winter suddenly was changed to spring.” Shelley There have been at least three open winters in my time here in the valley. I’m grateful…
Cell Tower Opponents Return with Petition
Critics of the proposed cell tower in Mount Pleasant returned to Council with an alternative location for the tower, one that was higher, drier and had a willing host. Unfortunately the alternative site was…
“We are an Affirming Congregation”
Our church family celebrated becoming an “Affirming Congregation” in December. Becoming affirming means that we have pledged to be intentional about accepting everyone – color race, gender identity, creed, ability, whatever. When I told…
Things to do in January: Read a good book, get a library card
Things to do in January: Read a good book, get a library card – Charmaine J. Forde As we enter the New Year, we would like to take a moment to thank our library…
Diann Turns 80!
Pictured is Diann Corfe with her daughter Lorraine and son Michael at the celebration of her 80th birthday in a venue she knows and loves, the Millbrook Legion, where she serves as President. She would…
Centennial Place Hosts Christmas Market
In late November Centennial Place residents were treated to an early Christmas shopping opportunity at a Christmas Vendor Market featuring a variety of handmade items and live musical entertainment by Jasmine Murray.
Delicate Antique Christening Gown Serves Across the Generations
Early in December, Meghan Shaughnessy and Derek Miller brought their daughter Frances Mae to St. Thomas More Anglican Church to be christened. Her attire brought additional significance to the event. Frances wore a hand-stitched…
Rev. Peter Mills with his children Laura, Tim and Joel Retirement Party
What a fun-filled time we had singing Christmas music accompanied by guitar, a multi-combo instrument and piano! A rollicking rendition of “The Lighthouse Keeper’s Daughter” was performed by the Cavan Players; in a second…
Township Donates to Millbrook & District Foodshare
At the last Council meeting in December, Council demonstrated some holiday spirit with a $2500 donation to the Millbrook and District Foodshare, accepted by the organization’s President Tamara Easto. Food insecurity is a growing…