Bethany Musical Hosted by Derek McGrath Raises $2200 for Belize Family

Derek McGrath of Bethany hosted a musical fundraising event which took place on December 1 at the Bethany United Church. The event raised $2200 for Eduardo Diaz, who lives in Belize. Eduardo lost all four of his limbs in an electrical accident.  Derek’s event will make it possible to repair… Continue reading

Ring in the Season at the Community Choir Christmas Concert

Our Community Choir is hosting another Christmas concert this year on December 9th at 2:30 at the Millbrook Christian Assembly in Millbrook. Under the skillful direction of Mark Hiscox and featuring his brother Justin on piano, the group will provide a festive afternoon of musical entertainment followed by light refreshments… Continue reading

Next Farmers’ Market June 24

Mark your calendars everyone.  The third market of the season is on Sunday, June 24, 10:00am to 1:00pm at the Old Millbrook School, 1 Dufferin Street. The Millbrook Farmers’ Market is a unique monthly outdoor market, running the 4th Sunday of every month, from April to October.  Our primary focus… Continue reading

Fundraising Concert Features Award-Winning Country Music Artist

On June 2nd, Jade Eagleson will be on stage again at the Golden Wheel restaurant in Springville in support of a mission by the youth group from Centreville Presbyterian Church. Next February, a group of twelve young people will head to the Dominican Republic to join members of the Samaritan… Continue reading

Music Therapy Reaches Residents at a Fundamental Level

  Centennial Place residents are fortunate to receive regular visits from an enthusiastic young man delivering a special form of therapy.  Luke Lee Burton leads group and individual sessions of Music Therapy for residents every other week.  He brings with him extensive training as a musician and therapist, armed with… Continue reading

Community Choir Spring Concert Features Local Family Performance

This spring’s Community Choir concert features a musical family that will perform with our local singers.  Called Rhythm and Grace, the Duketow family of Lakefield loves to create and share music, ranging from Celtic, Classical, Gospel, and fun original folk/pop songs. Parents Miriam and Alex along with their 6 oldest… Continue reading

Letter to the Editor – The Day the Music Died

UPDATE: February 5, 2018 The situation will be resolved today with a change to the noise by-law to allow for Joe’s music to continue. Thanks to everyone for their overwhelming response and concern! KG When we came to this area in 1975, we were overwhelmed by the beauty of the… Continue reading

Elvis Tribute Comes to Millbrook Legion

World renowned Elvis tribute artist Garry Wesley is passing through the area during an extensive tour later this month. Wesley’s impersonation of “The King” reflects the performer’s passion and charisma, and his performances are enhanced by his striking resemblance to the late artist.   Wesley sounds like Elvis, he looks like… Continue reading

Millbrook Community Choir Brings Us the Music of the Season

You won’t have to wait until their December 10th concert to hear some of the Christmas repertoire the Millbrook Community Choir is preparing this season.  Members of the choir will lead a parade of participants to the events of Christmas in the Village on December 7th, following one of the… Continue reading