Local horselovers find like-minded colleagues at The Kawartha Pony club. It is one of 150 branches of the Canadian Association which boasts a membership of about 3,500 and is supported by almost 1,000 volunteers. Managed by volunteers, this association is dedicated to teaching equestrian skills to youth aged 6 to… Continue reading
At this point in my life, I am blessed with nine grandchildren, ranging in age from twenty-eight to three. They are all wonderful of course. As I interact with them, I am aware that there is one principle about relationships and facilitating another’s growth that is universal. We all grow… Continue reading
Canada’s new Food Guide is a welcome update. Gone are the recommendations around serving sizes and portions. Instead, a simple picture of what a healthy meal looks like is provided. The new guide touts a more plant-based diet with a focus on three components, fruits and vegetables (50%), protein (25%),… Continue reading
“Lion-like March cometh in, hoarse, with tempestuous breath.” William Dean Howells March always seems to me to be the best and the worst part of winter. Best because it means we are almost done with it and worst because looking out the window there is still snow and ice. The… Continue reading
Millbrook’s frugal “fashionistas” have a secret they don’t want you to know. The local Community Care office has a fantastic “New to You” store that sells gently used clothing, shoes, and other smaller items. This store is a hidden gem that offers amazing, high-quality finds for bargain hunters, the environmentally… Continue reading
For over 25 years, East Central Therapy Dog Volunteers and their dogs have been visiting hospital wards, long term care homes and VON Day Centres in Peterborough, Lakefield and Millbrook. They also visit schools including local high schools, Trent University and Fleming College to help students destress at exam time. … Continue reading
Janus was one of the old Roman gods and he was remarkable because he had two faces and therefore the ability to see into the past and the future. The month of March is very Janus-like: one week we’ll be in spring yet the next we’ll be back to the… Continue reading
Millbrook TOPS members lost weight and wanted to share their success by making a Heart Felt Donation on February 14 to the local food bank. By donating in dollars, the number of pounds the chapter lost in 2018, the goal is to provide others with opportunities for healthier food choices…. Continue reading
Gary Boyle will help us gaze up at the skies knowingly once again by sharing his expertise about the wonders of our universe. A seasoned professional, Gary enjoys sharing his considerable knowledge through outreach programs from lectures, columns, newsletters and tv appearances and writes a monthly column for the Royal… Continue reading
