Attention families if you need assistance with back to school supplies and a backpack the Milford Human Service Department can help. You must put in your request by June 30th.
Milford Public Schools is hiring paraeducators! Learn more on July 17th at 3:00pm to 6:00pm at Jonathan Law High School.
All In for Milford and Beth-El are hosting a zoom event for those who would like to know more about homelessness and hunger in the greater Milford area. Beth-El will share information on their new site!! June 10th at 6:30pm.
Tomorrow Night at the Milford Public Library! In order to prepare our elementary students for their Summer Reading efforts, the Milford Public Schools and the Milford Public Library are teaming up to present ‘Blast Off to Summer Reading!’ The event will be held at the Library, from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m., and include games, literacy activities, summer reading program info, and other fun times!
Now Enrolling for 2024-2025
Half-day preschool program focused on the development of
Kindergarten readiness skills in an innovative learning environment.
The Foran Child Learning Center located at Foran High School is now
enrolling three and four year old students for the 2024-2025 school
year. Children must be 3 or 4 by September 1st, 2024 to enroll.
Our preschool is open to Milford residents and operates five days per
week from 8:00 a.m. -12:30 p.m. following the MPS school calendar.
From the Milford Health Department, here is the current Food Resource Guide. This information can help families access food throughout the community.
AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE
PLEASE DONATE!
Woodruff Family YMCA, 631 Orange Avenue, Milford, CT 06461
The blood drive will be held in the Multipurpose Room
WHEN: Friday, May 10
TIME: 8:30am-1:30pm
To schedule an appointment please call 1-800-Red-Cross 1-800-733-2767 Or visit online at Redcrossblood.org and enter ‘Woodruff’.
Join us for a special music night at Live Oaks elementary on April 30th at 6:30pm! This Free family event is fun for everyone. Please register using the QR code or email cdascenzo@milforded.org.
April 30th at Live Oaks Elementary! 6:30PM to 7:30PM
Liz McNicholl with Music from around the World.
See flier for QR code to Register or email cdascenzo@milforded.org
https://youtu.be/waTVA0STzck?feature=shared
Are you wondering about the cost of summer camps? Care 4 Kids might be able to help and the time is now if you want to know if your household qualifies for support.
Follow the link to learn more
https://www.ctcare4kids.com/care-4-kids-program/care4kids-info/
Be sure to check out our list of camps in Milford and beyond at the top of our Website!
This Saturday a Free Family Fun Event!
The Woodruff Family YMCA is hosting their annual Healthy Kids Day® on Saturday, April 20 10am-1pm. This free, open to the public, annual event features a variety of family-friendly activities to encourage healthy kids, healthy families and a healthy start to the summer season Come and celebrate with us! We’ll have special demonstrations and activities.
WHEN: April 20
TIME: 10am-1pm
WHERE: Woodruff Family YMCA 631 Orange Avenue, Milford CT
At our event, we are collecting Child-Friendly Hygiene Products such as children’s shampoo/conditioner, diapers/wipes/creams, baby soap/lotions, child toothbrushes/paste, child safe sunscreen, band-aids, and more for those in local shelters.
Community Resource Fair
Margaret Egan Center
35 Matthew Street, Milford
Tonight!!
Wednesday, April 17, 2024
6:00 – 8:00 pm
Please take note for MONDAY 4/8/24- no outdoor recess or activities outside after 2:00pm
Solar Eclipse - although our STEM department originally believed that we would be able to safely view the eclipse, the Connecticut State Department of Education recently issued the following guidance: "Since there will not be a total solar eclipse occurring in Connecticut, there is no safe time to view the event without specialized glasses or filters. Viewing any part of the bright Sun, even through a camera lens, binoculars, or a telescope without a special-purpose solar filter secured over the front of the optics, will instantly cause severe eye injury." Even with the purchase of the eclipse glasses from online websites, it is difficult to ascertain whether the glasses have been verified to meet ISO-2312-2 regulations. As mentioned in the FAQ document, even with the availability of the glasses, it is still not advised to look toward the sun even donning this eyewear. During the totality of an eclipse, when the sky becomes the darkest, damage can still result to the eyes. Oversight of the proper wearing of these glasses with a large crowd of students is difficult, even with clear instructions provided prior to viewing.
Unfortunately, the potential risk of severe eye injury from viewing the eclipse, even inadvertently, causes us to cancel our planned viewing of the solar eclipse for Monday, April 8. Please know that our commitment to the safety and well-being of our students and staff drives our decision.
*** No outdoor recess or outdoor activities after 2:00 pm
“Getting Prepared – to Attend a Job Fair!”
Diana Preece – Reference Librarian @ Milford Public Library
Thursday – March 28th, 2024 @ 6:30 pm
Margaret S. Egan Center, 35 Mathew St, Milford, CT, 06460
" She will be delivering a short presentation discussing ways to get the most out of job fair events – including the one that is taking place at the Milford Public Library on April 3rd! She will also take some time to cover all of the readily accessible resources that are currently available at the library, to all job seekers."
Brought to you by the mtg. of Housatonic River Job Network - Job Fair Prep!
E-mail alexy56@hotmail.com for further information
Let's Go on a Safari! In-Person
Ages 0-5 with a caregiver
Enjoy an evening of exploration as families go on a safari throughout the library using play-based activities and stories connected to our theme. Family activities will align with the SPARKLER app, an incredible collection of stories and resources for busy families. Safari goodie bags will be distributed to all participants as a thank you for participating. This program is brought to you thanks to the partnership of the Milford Public Library and the Milford Public Schools.
Please register each child individually starting April 1st.
https://milford-pl.libcal.com/event/12197574
When: Saturday, March 9, 2024, at 1 PM
Where: The heart of Downtown Milford, CT
Dive into a sea of green and join the revelry at Milford's most awaited event of the year, the Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade! This is not just a parade; it's a vibrant celebration of community, culture, and spirited fun that paints Downtown Milford in hues of Irish pride and joy.
Sunday, March 10th from 12-2pm- More Parade Fun!!!
Free children's entertainment, a petting zoo, children's activities, and giveaways from New Haven Reads, the Discovery Museum, the Hartford Yard Goats, The New Haven Town Green District and more! There will be food trucks, a bistro dining area, family bathrooms, stroller parking, and a family friendly parade viewing area. The parade starts at the top of the parade route at 1:30 pm and gets to the FFZ area by 2:15-2:30 so the FFZ is a great place to keep kids engaged and entertained until the parade makes its way down.
Does your child have an IEP and you would like more information? Favor is running an online informational session on understanding your child's Individual Education Plan.
February 15th at 12:30pm to 2:00pm. Registration required.
Mental Health First Aid sessions are open. See attached flyer for dates and times.
Parents K-5 join us for a special night at JFK elementary school on February 8th from 6:00pm to 7:30pm! Learn all about saving for college.
