Tag: November 2023
Today’s Faith – November 2023
A Shema Followers of the traditional Jewish faith are encouraged to post a Shema at their most used doorway to the outside. A Shema is a tiny box containing the words, “Hear, O Israel:…
Misinterpretation of “Best Before” Dates Contributing to Food Waste
There are limited government regulations surrounding “best before” dates which began to appear in Canada in the 1970’s. Foods with a shelf life of 90 days or less, except for fresh fruit and vegetables…
Service Runs in the Family
It seems that for some families, military service is a given. It’s an attitude that runs through the generations. Such is the case for Millbrook’s Ridge family, as evidenced by the multiple Veteran Banners…
November Events at the CM Libraries – 2023
“November: The last month of autumn, but the beginning of a new adventure.” – Unknown As October turns into November, we recognize how beautiful fall is with the changing colors of the leaves and…
Lions’ Breakfasts are Back!
Pictured from left to right are Lions Gary Robinson, David Goode and Steve Paul recovering from the Lions’ first breakfast event of the season. On Sunday 155 people dropped in for a meal and…
Investing with Pride in a Heritage Home
Millbrook experienced a boost in its heritage value and a fresh injection of pride this past month when the owners of 37 King Street East, Art and Vera Tarasuk, celebrated two achievements. The first…
Memorial Tree Recognizes Courageous Hockey Mom
In 2022 Joshua Palewandrem joined the Millbrook Stars U15 hockey team, while his Mom Brenda was in the midst of fighting a courageous battle with cancer. Brenda never missed coming to a game and…
Where Are They Now? Tamara Maxwell Shares Her Solo Camping Experience on a Dedicated YouTube Channel
To say that Tamara Maxwell loves the outdoors would be a massive understatement. Perhaps her thirst for solitude stems in part from growing up in a home on Syer Line surrounded by six siblings. …
Local Drive for Personal Hygiene Products
About a year ago, a close friend was telling me about her daughter’s upcoming volunteer project; she was collecting donations of period products at their community church over the span of two weekends. This…