MILLBROOK, May 14 — Spring is in full swing and Millbrook's community calendar is packed. Whether you're into outdoor fitness, local arts, or civic engagement, there's something going on this week that's worth getting off the couch for. Here's a rundown of the highlights from May 18 through May 26, compiled from submissions to the Courier's community calendar.
Featured Events This Week
- May 18 — Blue Hen Farewell Gathering: 10 a.m., Riverside Park Pavilion B. Open to all former customers and staff of the beloved diner. Bring a dish to share.
- May 19 — North Side Neighborhood Cleanup: 9 a.m.–noon, meeting at Coldwater Elementary School parking lot. Hosted by the Millbrook Neighborhood Alliance. Gloves and bags provided.
- May 19 — Millbrook Farmers Market Opens for the Season: 8 a.m.–1 p.m., Town Square. Over 30 vendors returning, including Sunnyside Orchard and Meadow Creek Honey.
- May 21 — City Council Regular Meeting: 7 p.m., City Hall, Room 104. Public comment period open. Agenda includes road repair budget and the Elm District rezoning proposal.
- May 23 — Millbrook Public Library Author Talk: 6:30 p.m. Local author Priscilla Vane discusses her new novel The River Knows, set along the fictional Coldwater Valley. Free admission.
- May 25 — Memorial Day 5K Run: 8 a.m., starts at Veterans Memorial Plaza. Registration $25 online, $30 day-of. Benefits the Millbrook Veterans Assistance Fund.
- May 26 — Memorial Day Parade: 10 a.m., Main Street from Oak Avenue to City Hall. Followed by a ceremony at Veterans Memorial Plaza at 11:15 a.m.
To submit an event for the Courier's community calendar, email calendar@millbrookcourier.com with the event name, date, time, location, and a brief description. Submissions for the following week are due by Thursday at noon. Events are listed free of charge for all nonprofit and civic organizations.
