MILLBROOK — Several groups of seventh-graders from Millbrook Middle School toured historic sites around the village of Millbrook in mid-October. They stopped at the numerous plaques that were erected in honor of the community’s Italian heritage and Millbrook’s early history.
What was originally the local YMCA became Millbrook’s Village Hall in 1986, serving area residents in a totally different way.
For the tour, the Millbrook Historical Society provided hosts at each historical site to encourage the young students to read the plaques and ask questions.
The society was responsible in large part for the bilingual plaques that were installed throughout the village in 2014 as part of a self-guided walking tour.
The Town of Washington Recreation Department still uses the Guertin Gym at Village Hall today, which now houses the Millbrook Historical Society’s archives.
— Judith O’Hara Balfe
Tiffany Lemelin, shelter manager, brushing Marsala upon arrival.Provided
Michael DeBarba, certified dog trainer working with Marsala.Jennifer Almquist
Marsala wins a heart.Jennifer Almquist
Sadie, center, a Carolina dog, plays with her friend Negra, a terrier mix. Bella Linda, the small poodle, has since been adopted.L. Tomaino
Wesley, a young, exuberant mix, is looking for an active home.L. Tomaino
Bonnie and Clyde, an affectionate terrier pair.L. Tomaino
