Cultural & Community Updates

February 11 is 211 Day, a chance to highlight a service that helps people across Ontario navigate life’s challenges and connect to the supports they need, when they need them most.

211 Ontario is a free, confidential service jointly funded by the Province of Ontario, United Ways and other funders, and is available to 100% of Ontarians. Accessible 24/7 in more than 150 languages by phone, text, chat, and web; 211 connects residents to over 60,000 government and community programs.

From February 14 to March 20, Sivarulrasa Gallery is delighted to present LOVE LOVE LOVE in Galleries I and II. The show brings together works by artists Sarah Anderson, Gayle Kells, Peter Wood, and Mary Pfaff, exploring themes of love and life.

The well-loved Mid-Winter Milling Returns to Downtown Almonte for its 13th iteration in 2026!

Join Destination Almonte for a mystical day of Mid-Winter Milling on Saturday, February 21 2026 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Experience the magic as psychics, mediums, card readers, and more gather in downtown Almonte for this much-anticipated event.

Students at R. Tait McKenzie Public School brought history and global issues to life through two interesting learning experiences on January 28: a Grade 5 Wax Museum and a Grade 6 Social Justice Fair. While the topics were wide-ranging, both events shared a common foundation—strong research, thoughtful writing, and confident oral presentations.

Summer Company 2026 is now open!

Summer Company provides hands-on business training and mentoring in addition to awards of up to $3,000, to help enterprising students (ages 15-29) start-up and run their own summer businesses. Students gain insight into business creation and risk taking; practical experience in marketing, financial management, sales and customer service; and attitudes and skills essential for personal success, whatever their chosen career paths are.

Here’s the latest news from the Mississippi Mills Public Library (MMPL).