Milton Community Hall

(List of regular events is available at the end of the e-news).

Reminder that the Miltonvale Community Park is staffed in the summer and has a drop-in day program for school-age children of Miltonvale Park. We are sad to say good-bye to Nathalie who is planning a trip to Syria before university begins– Safe Travels! Kessie and Jason work 9-6 Monday-Friday and 11-4 on Saturdays, 12-4 on Sundays with a daily lunch break from 1:30 -2. The week of August 12 is tentatively Olympic Week. The new courts are playable, but the basketball court needs a line moved at some point. The Miltonvale Pickleball Group is planning to hold a tournament at the park on Sunday, Aug. 11.

And it is “See You Later” to Norm Birt who has been working at the Council Office since the spring. Norm’s work term is completed – but the hall has become his new home away from home – and he will now be able to take his new puppy Luke to the park during weekdays. He will be checking his raised bed in the community garden, and he hopes to volunteer to stain the deck rails, and he plans to come for coffee on Monday! Norm’s enthusiasm has been great to see! Thanks Norm!

Sunday, August 11 – Movie 6:30 -The Grand Seduction - The small harbor of Tickle Cove is in dire need of a doctor so that the town can land a contract to secure a factory which will save the town from financial ruin. Village resident Murray French (Gleeson) leads the search, and when he finds Dr. Paul Lewis (Kitsch) he employs - along with the whole town - tactics to seduce the doctor to stay permanently. Free for Miltonvale Park residents and by donation for others. RSVP to admin@miltonvalepark.com or 902-368-3090. Miltonvale Park in the Movies.

Resourceful Home Owner Series – starts Monday, August 12 at 6:30-8 p.m. until late October at the Milton Community Hall. Learn skills essential for maintaining your home. The series is FREE for Miltonvale Park residents, and by donation of others. Register at MiltonMVPs@gmail.com

Youth (Grades 5-9) - Draw What You See Art classes on Wednesday evenings in August from 5:30-7:30, beginning August 14, 21, 28 & Sept. 4 with instructor Hank Bos, who will use water colours. All materials and supplies provided for these classes. Free for Miltonvale Park residents and $20 for four classes for youth who live elsewhere.  Register with Peggy at MiltonMVPs@gmail.com.

Thursday, August 15 is the deadline for the Milton Community Hall’s next 50-50 draw! Tickets can be bought at the hall or send an e-transfer to miltoncommunityhall@gmail.com.  Winner will be announced on August 16. Tickets are $3 or 2/$5. License #16921. Thanks to all for your support!

No Movie on Sunday August 18 due to a booking at the hall.

Tuesday, August 20 - The St. John’s Anglican Church will be holding their annual Blueberry Social at the Milton Community Hall from 5:00 to 6:30. The social will include a buffet of sandwiches and desserts and cost is Adults - $12.00 and under 12 - $6.00.

Armchair Travel - France – Wednesday, August 21 at 12 noon. No travel delays, lost luggage or expensive flights and hotels. Come learn about France from people who have travelled there. Enjoy a light lunch. Free for Miltonvale Park Seniors and by donation for others. Please pre-register with admin@miltonvalepark.com or call 902-368-3090 by noon Monday, August 19.

Wednesday, August 21, 7 p.m. Miltonvale Park Municipal Council Meeting, if required. RSVP to admin@miltonvalepark.com.

Margaret Prouse’s next Food Presentation is Wednesday August 28 at 1 p.m. The topic is Newfoundland (or Fish) Cooking, as the movies for August is “A Grand Seduction.” Please RSVP to admin@miltonvalepark.com or 902-368-3090 by noon on August 26. Miltonvale Park in the Movies.

Wednesday, August 28 7 p.m. at the Milton Community Hall -Book Launch –Meet writer Ken Williams and Illustrator Steve Giddings for a signed copy of the children's book We Were All Together.

REGISTRATION OPEN! Seniors Bus Tour – Thursday, August 29 from 9-5. Join residents of Miltonvale Park on a seniors bus tour on Thursday, August 29, 2024, to the North Cape Interpretive Center, The Stompin' Tom Center (for lunch and music from 1-2) and Kool Breeze Garden Center for a visit and ice cream. Prices are $40 Miltonvale Park seniors (55+) and $50 for others UNLESS you wish to order dessert (Dessert of the Day) at lunch, in which case it is $5 more. The fee includes admissions, lunch, ice cream, snacks, and the bus ride. The bus will leave the Milton Community Hall at 9 a.m. and plans to return by 5 p.m. Check out the Facebook event for the poster. https://fb.me/e/3Yb79fvI7

To register - please fill out the information requested at this link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MvPBus

Lunch needs to be pre-ordered at registration:
Fish and Chips
Seafood Chowder
Nachos (full order)
O’ Canada Burger (Sorry - we don't have other details on the burgers)
Stompin’ Burger
Scallop Burger
Chicken Burger (crispy or grilled)
Clawgeroo Lobster Roll
Bacon Cheeseburger Poutine
If you are ordering a burger, there is an option for fries & coleslaw.
Tea, coffee, water, or type of pop
*Dessert of the Day (additional $5)

If none of these meals are suitable, or you require vegetarian or gluten-free options, please contact MiltonvalePoffice@gmail.com.

Miltonvale Park residents have priority registration until Monday, August 19, so confirmation for non-residents should be expected on August 20.

Thank you to the PEI Seniors' Secretariat for their financial support.

If you have difficulty registering with the link, please contact Hazel at 902-368-3090 for assistance.

Save the date! – Garden Feast – Saturday, August 31. The group Pass the Salt has offered to host a fundraising supper at the Milton Community Hall on Saturday, August 31 in support of the Community Garden. The menu is tentatively

Baked Brie

with Haskap Berry Compote & Sourdough Crostini

Seared Halibut

Potato Crisp, Acorn Squash, Asparagus,

Smoked Red Pepper & Tomato Sauce, Roasted Poblano Pearl

Honeycomb Ice Cream

Caramelized Honey, Candied Rhubarb & Blueberries, Apple Chips

Details are still being finalized – but tentative prices are $75 for one ticket, $130 for two and $240 for a table of four. There will be charitable tax receipts issued for a portion of the ticket costs. Watch for details or reach out to admin@miltonvalepark.com if you might want tickets, and details will be sent directly to you as they are finalized.

 

Dance and the Culture Behind – Youth and Adult Dance – “Come Try” Class on Monday, Sept. 9 from 6-7 p.m. MiltonMVPs@gmail.com

Pole Walking Club 1 –- Four week walking group - The 1st class will be held on Wednesday, September 11 from 10:30 am-12 pm, at the Milton Community Hall, with a 2nd class on Wednesday, September 18 from10:30 am-12 pm at the at Miltonvale Community Park. Free for Miltonvale Park residents, By donation for others. Register with Peggy at MiltonMVPs@gmail.com. Spaces are limited. Currently there are no spaces left for non-residents, but spots are being held for residents for a few more days. Non-residents can email to be added to a waiting list in the event another series is held.

FREE for residents 55+ - Line Dancing - Margot Postma will be leading a 6-week block of Line Dance classes starting Friday, September 13. Miltonvale Park residents have priority registration until August 16, and Miltonvale Park residents who are 55+ are FREE! If residents would like to attend, please RSVP to admin@miltonvalepark.com as soon as possible.

Level 1: 6:15-7:15 pm, September 13, 20. 27, October 4, 11, 18 (make up class, Oct 25 if needed), $30 for the block

Level 2: 7:30-8:30 pm, September 13, 20. 27, October 4, 11, 18 (make up class, Oct 25 if needed), $30 for the block

Line Dancing shares many steps, counts, and styling found in other dance genres and is a super fun way to keep your body, mind, and heart healthy while having a great time!

Level 1 (Intro to Line Dancing):  a great session for those new to line dancing with the focus on learning basic steps, patterns, beginner dances, and having a lot of fun!

Level 2: a great session for those who have completed Level 1, and want to build on the steps, patterns and dances they have learned.  We'll have a lot of fun with the popular Tush Push line dance!  Miltonvale Park in the Movies.

The regular Monday afternoon Line Dancing also returns on September 16.

Knitting Basics with Stella – Thursdays in September 6-7 p.m. Register at MiltonMVPs@gmail.com

North Milton Women’s Institute will reorganize on the evening of Monday September 9. All women in the area are welcome to attend.

REGULAR WEEKLY EVENTS

Active Aging Fitness with KK on Mondays - 9 - 10 a.m. at the Milton Community Hall, $6 (Drop-in).  No Friday classes for the summer.

Learn to Play Pickleball for Youth – Join us for FREE pickleball lessons. These lessons are open to youth ages 7 and up, and will take place on Mondays and Wednesdays from 9 - 10:30 a.m. at the Miltonvale Community Park, 413 Sleepy Hollow Road.

Yoga on the Mat with Leone Curtis - Tuesdays and Fridays 8 - 9 a.m. at the hall; $6 for Miltonvale Park residents, $7 for others (Drop-in)

Yoga on the Chair with Leone Curtis at the hall, Tuesdays and Fridays - 9:15 -10:15 a.m. at the hall, $6 for Miltonvale Park residents, $7 for others (Drop-in)

Zumba with Natalia – The schedule of Zumba fitness class in summer is every other Wednesday in July and August. Zumba takes place on August 21 from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm. at the hall; $2 for residents, $5 for non-residents. Contact MiltonMVPs@gmail.com to sign up. Classes return to a weekly schedule in September.

Pickleball at the Park - Individual activity - any time, at the park - or join the group who plays there regularly on their scheduled times. There is a tournament scheduled at the park on Saturday, August 10.

Sunday 9-12 – Advanced and 1-4 -Open

Monday 6-8 Open

Tuesday 9-12 -Open and 6-8 Beginner

Wednesday 6-8 Open

Thursday 9-12 Open and 5-9 Advanced

Friday 6-8 open

Saturday – 9-12 open, 2-3:30 Beginner and 5-9 Advanced

There is a $3 Drop-In fee to play with the group or $30 for the season, or play for free at other times. Contact Ernie at ColesErnie@bellaliant.net for more information.

Coffee Club – Mondays and Fridays at 10 a.m. Drop in to the Milton Community Hall for coffee, tea, snacks and conversation. Admission by donation of coin or treats! Everyone welcome!

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meet at the Hall on Tuesdays at 6:15 p.m. For more information contact Joyce at 902-368-2055.

Thursdays -The summer card parties (Auction) are every Thursday at 7:30. $4.

NOTES

Garden – The Community Garden across the road from the hall is producing! So far radish, lettuce, peas, zucchini, cucumbers and spinach have been available. When produce is picked, it is put in coolers at the community mailboxes at the hall and notification is put on Facebook, including the Miltonvale Park Residents private group. As the summer students will soon be finishing, if anyone is interested in helping harvest and weed the garden, please contact Shari at admin@miltonvalepark.com.

For Miltonvale Park residents, if money or transportation is a barrier to any of the Milton Community Hall MVP (Most Valuable People) events, please let us know and we will do what we can to ensure that everyone can participate. Email MiltonMVPs@gmail.com.

Sign up for regular (approx. weekly) emails from the municipality listing events and reminders by emailing admin@miltonvalepark.com.

Activities in the Miltonvale Park in the Movies have been partly funded by the Government of Canada’s New Horizons for Seniors Program.

Activities in the Milton Hall MVP project have received funding from the PEI Alliance for Mental Well-Being, and are coordinated by Peggy Chen, MiltonMVPs@gmail.com.