Happy Friday, MPS Family,
Another week in the books – and we could not let this day end without giving a ‘big thumbs up’ to our schools and their parent communities for coordinating the recent dozens of events for kids. Trunk or Treats, Classroom parties (for next week), school ‘parades’, fundraisers for various benevolent organizations (we saw a lot of ‘pink’ clothing over the past week). Whatever the event was, we are grateful for the enthusiastic partnership of parents and school staffers to make these events happen. We are truly fortunate. Thanks for all of your efforts!
SCHEDULE
Monday, 10/30 – Friday, 11/3: Regular Schedule All Week
NEWS
Monday, 10/30: Start Bringing in Your ‘Thanks for Giving’ Food Drive Donations on Monday
Thanks to the efforts of our scouting community, the 19th Annual ‘Thanks for Giving’ Food Drive is poised to start on Monday, October 30th. The FLYER provides all kinds of suggestions for donations – and please know your contribution is part of an effort that provides more than 300 Thanksgiving baskets to families throughout Milford needing support. Let’s all do our part to help everyone in our community and ‘thanks for giving!’ FLYER.
Wednesday, 11/1: What Every Girl Needs to Know, a Mother/Daughter discussion for girls Gr. 4 & 5; presented by Milford Dept. of Youth & Family Services, Free but pre-registration required
This event has long been noted as a great way to begin the dialogue between mothers and daughters on the subject of puberty. Diane Frankel-Gramelis will lead the discussion (designed for girls in Gr. 4 & 5), held at Milford Hospital campus (Auditorium B) of Bridgeport Hospital. 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. To register, please call Doug Mills at (203) 783-3253 or you may email him at dmills@milfordct.gov. FLYER.
Saturday, 11/4: Kids COVID Vax Clinic, held at Milford Public Library, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.; for kids ages 6 mos. to 18 years, FREE
Talk about convenient! The Milford Health Department has arranged for a Free COVID-19 Vax Clinic to take place at Milford Public Library next weekend. 9:00 – 1:00. Return your library books, take out new ones, and have your kids receive a COVID vax. Please make an appointment – see FLYER for details.
Foran High ‘50th Anniversary’ Gear: Order by Nov. 12th
Hard to believe but Joseph A. Foran High School will be celebrating its 50th Anniversary in December and you may want to pick up some swag in time to celebrate! Hats, shirts, sweatshirts are available. Deadline to place your order is November 12th. Click HERE for order and pricing info.
Wednesday, 11/15: Milford Public Schools Community Resource Fair
A little down the road, but we wanted to let you know about a great opportunity to connect with one or more of the many organizations that are in place for our families: food assistance, medical assistance, mental health support, disability information – and much, much more. The event will take place right here at the Parsons Auditorium Lobby on Wednesday, 11/15 from 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. The event is free – but we do ask you to pre-register. Click HERE for registration information.
EVENTS/PROGRAMS
THIS WEEKEND: Hall-O-Weekend on the Green: Sponsored by the Downtown Milford Business Association, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday (10/28-10/30)
The DMBA is pleased to invite you to their annual Hall-O-Weekend, including lots of fun for everyone! Tonight (Friday) the weekend begins with an Outdoor Halloween Movie Night at the gazebo (6:30 p.m. start). Come enjoy the film Hocus Pocus. Bring your own chairs, blankets, snacks, and enjoy a movie under the stars.
On Saturday, you might want to participate in the 12th Annual Trick or Trot, a 5K Walk/Run for the benefit of the Beth-El Center.
On Sunday, the downtown area will ‘come alive’ with music, hay bale maze, story time, yoga for kids, and the ever-popular costume parade (begins at Noon), led by none other than Brian Smith (aka Captain Kidd). Immediately following the parade, children may go trick or treating at the many participating downtown businesses. Enjoy! LINK.
Saturday, 10/28: National Drug Takeback Day Tomorrow
Don’t Forget! National Drug Takeback Day takes place tomorrow -- Saturday, 10/28. Residents are welcome to bring all unused or expired medications to the drop-off site, located at the Milford Senior Center, located at 9 Jepson Drive (pet meds and vaping products also accepted!). Volunteers will direct you upon arrival. The drop-off will be open from 10:00 – 2:00 p.m. Thanks for helping keep our community safe! FLYER.
Saturday, 10/28: Pumpkins on the Playground, 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
If you’re looking for a fun day of activities, make a plan to visit the Pumpkins on the Playground event, to benefit the Milford Boys & Girls Club. Lots of fun, games, pumpkin carving, food, and much more. Tix are $15 at the gate (parents come for free). The event will take place on the West Shore Recreation Center campus, 59 Devonshire Road, Milford. Have fun! FLYER.
Sunday, 10/29: Try Ice Hockey for Free: 11:50 a.m. – 12:50 p.m.
Here’s a great opportunity for your child to get a taste of the wonderful world of ice hockey – for FREE! Our friends at the Milford Ice Arena will welcome all kids to see what it’s all about. Pre-registration is required. Click on the FLYER and use the QR Code to register and learn more about the details.
Saturday, 11/4: Reducing Children’s Exposure to PFAS, Sponsored by the Milford Environmental Concerns Coalition and the Milford Dept. of Open Space and Sustainability; held at Harborside Middle School, 1:00 p.m.
What are PFAS? They are synthetic chemicals that were developed back in the 1940s and used in products around the world. In more recent years, the presence of PFAS in water and food (in particular) are causing concern for the health of humankind. Want to learn more about it? You are welcome to attend a public talk, delivered by Dr. Sten H. Vermund, epidemiologist and pediatrician at Yale School of Public Health. Next Saturday, (11/4). FLYER.
IN CLOSING …
As always, take some time to prepare for this traditional and fun time for kids. Couple of tips: accompany young ones when you walk your neighborhoods. Bring a flashlight to help avoid trips and falls. Only visit homes you know. And of course – have fun!
-Milford Public Schools