People living in rural and remote communities in the County of Peterborough have historically had challenges accessing the agencies that deliver social services, such as housing, employment children’s support services, because of a lack of affordable transportation options into the city to meet with service providers. Remote meeting options can… Continue reading
Now that the weather is starting to get warmer, it’s time to start thinking about Spring Programming! Our Sensory Bins are continuing to run on Wednesdays, with an emphasis on hands-on Spring learning. Our Children’s Storytime on Tuesdays and Fridays will also focus on Spring and the new beginnings that… Continue reading
Over the past few years, the Millbrook and Cavan Historical Society has worked in collaboration with Cavan Monaghan Libraries in a number of ways. The Millbrook branch of the library is the location of the heritage display cabinet where MCHS Board member Peter Ramsay curates exhibits featuring both local artifacts… Continue reading
After three years of modified activities, both branches of the CM Libraries were bustling with action during the March Break. Quesadillas were eaten, dinosaur eggs were dug up, and stories about St. Patrick’s Day were read. It was busy but fun to see so many people back in the branches…. Continue reading
While it sounds like a cliché, to better meet the needs of our patrons, we have made some changes to our programming schedule. Children’s Storytime at the Bruce Johnston Branch has moved to Tuesdays at 10am. This is followed by an Adult Storytime at 10:45am, a partnership with Christian Horizons…. Continue reading
Wouldn’t we all like to know the answer to that question? For the CM Libraries it means changes and growth and improving on what we have been doing. On December 22nd, after more than 30 years on the job, the CM Libraries said good-bye and happy retirement to Judi Obey. Judi… Continue reading
We are starting to line-up guest speakers for our Wednesday Coffee and Conversations. Our first guest is Rob Hiseler from Hiseler Law in Millbrook. Rob will answer your questions about wills and estate planning – difficult topics but very important. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, December 7th from 11-12 –… Continue reading
The phrase “strategic plan” makes my dad’s eyes roll. Why would anyone make a plan that is not strategic? That aside, the CM Library Board started out a year ago to create a strategic planning document that will provide direction for the next several years. In the process of creating… Continue reading
October is a busy time in Libraries! It is Ontario Public Library Week (October 16-22), Canadian Library Month and Dyslexia Awareness Month! Show your support for the CM Libraries by participating in our month-long social media challenge! See our newsletter for more information about our challenge as well as what… Continue reading
