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A new family resource centre is opening in Bracebridge. The Nest will offer eligible families a variety of supports, low cost infant consumables and used children’s clothing. The centre is opening under Macaulay Tree House Day Nursery with support from the District of Muskoka. Commissioner of Community Services Rick Williams says The Nest will not just provide a support for families, but it will engage the community in a volunteer capacity. Families are welcome to attend an official grand opening on May 22nd from 4:00pm to 6:00pm.

The Nest will be open to the public beginning May 22 on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays. For more information about hours of operation, how to donate or to volunteer, contact The Nest at 705-640-NEST (6378) or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . 

It’s a big milestone for jump ropers at Monsignor Michael O’Leary. The school is holding its annual Jump Rope for Heart today from 1:00pm to 3:00pm. Principal Paul Follis says it’s a big year as the school is going to pass the $200,000 mark. That’s how much money has been raised by the school over the years with all of it going to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. You can stop by the school parking lot today to donate and cheer on the students. Jump Rope for Heart is happening at several other schools in Muskoka

Monck Grade 8 Band Strikes Gold (Photo Submitted by Monck PS)

Monck Public School’s grade 8 band is golden! The concert band was at the University of Toronto this week at the Musicfest Canada National Competition. The band won gold on stage last night. MusicFest brings together more than 10,000 of Canada's young musicians in 300 ensembles.

The Town of Huntsville is looking at bettering their social media. The Community Services Committee says they’re hoping to expand their marketing efforts and keeping you informed about what’s going on in our community. A focus group has been created to look at what initiatives work and don't work. The Town currently has a Facebook page. However, they do not have Twitter.

Youth of the Muskoka Community Church will be at Hospice Huntsville Thursday to present a cheque. In February the youth group camped outside Robinson’s Independent Grocer in their annual ‘Chillin’ 4 Charity’ Fundraiser. They raised over $3,000, which is going directly to Hospice Huntsville. The presentation is happening at 5:00pm.