This year, the Bailieboro Women’s Institute Spring Luncheon featured a guest speaker from Peterborough Public Health informing the audience about some of the less desirable aspects of the upcoming season. In her presentation about Vector-Borne Diseases, Wanda Tonus outlined some specific health challenges that come with warmer weather and offered… Continue reading
Over 50 people attended an all-day conference on March 16th in Millbrook. The event was entitled “The Housing Crisis – A Way Forward?” and was organized by ‘Journeys’–the outreach & social advocacy working group of St Thomas’ Anglican Church. The conference brought in front-line housing workers to explore the root… Continue reading
Last weekend, the youth group from the Centreville Presbyterian Church presented a Thank you luncheon to members of the community who had rallied in support of their recent trip to the Dominican Republic. After a delicious home-made lunch, the group discussed their trip presenting colourful photos of their week-long journey…. Continue reading
On Sunday, March 31st, come to the Old Millbrook School Family Centre to snag some gently-used clothing and support the EarlyON programming at the centre. Do you have children’s clothing that no longer fits or doesn’t meet your little people’s fashion sense? The EarlyON Centre will be accepting gently used,… Continue reading
Last fall’s Harvest Dinner event organized and hosted by township staff raised $6,398.77 towards the Cavan Monaghan Community Centre project. The sold out event featured family-style dinner with local food, beverage and entertainment delivered under the stars in downtown Millbrook. In addition to the broad local support, the event attracted… Continue reading
It’s that time of year again where we identify local groups and individuals who are making extraordinary contributions to our community. The categories are broad, ranging from acts of heroism, entrepreneurial initiatives, and leadership in areas including agriculture, volunteering, sports, culture and environmental protection. Nominees may not have received a… Continue reading
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
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
