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The Kid's Closet of Milford We will be hosting a Halloween Costume shopping event on: Wednesday, October 23 from 6pm-7pm And Friday, October 25 from 6pm-7pm We ask that all people wishing to participate please message us to re-register This is NOT a walk in event! To make an appointment, please message The Kids' Closet of Milford the following: Name of shopper (parent/Guardian) # of children you will be shopping If yiu have not yet completed an intake form for us, we kindly ask that you complete one before messaging up. If you have already done one, you do not need to do it again. We will not be allowing regular shopping, this is ONLY a Halloween Costume shopping event. Thank you for your cooperation Intake form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfJVKSVtjYSP9qG7qu75VIeaZcwjnbmFt7vyL_CnjjjOQQQcw/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0

From the Ct State Department of Education The CSDE invites you to join our panel of experts from the Department of Children and Families (DCF) and the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) for a conversation with parents and caregivers. We will discuss warning signs to look for, tips on how to talk to your child about their feelings, stressors and well-being, and where to turn to get help for you and your child. Date: Thursday, November 7, 2024, 5:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m. Register: Scan the QR code or visit https://serc.info/vhcpart3 CONNECTICUT STATE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION The Connecticut State Department of Education is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Supporting Your Child’s Health and Well-being During the School Year Virtual House Calls for Parents, Caregivers, and Families: A Three-Part Series October 2024 Part 1: Supporting Child and Family Wellness Join us for an engaging and informative discussion with Dr. Robert Keder, a Developmental Pediatrician from Connecticut Children’s Hospital, as we explore ways to support children’s well- being both at home and in school. In this family-friendly session, Dr. Keder will share insights into understanding challenging behaviors, child development, and how these factors influence learning. You’ll gain valuable tips on recognizing risks and building resilience, and learn practical strategies to create a supportive environment for your child’s growth and success. Date: Thursday, October 10, 2024, 5:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m. Register: Scan the QR code or visit https://serc.info/vhcpart1 Part 2: Preparing Your Family for Cold and Flu Season Join us for an engaging and informative webinar presented by Dr. Sten Vermund, MD, PhD, from Yale School of Public Health and Global Virus Network, on the topic of Respiratory Health and Wellness. Students experience fewer missed days from school when parents and schools work together to address risk factors and use prevention strategies to stop the spread of illnesses, including colds, Influenza, RSV, and COVID-19. Dr. Vermund will share his expert advice and “pearls of wisdom” on best practices to participants. Date: Thursday, October 24, 2024, 5:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m. Register: Scan the QR code or visit https://serc.info/vhcpart2 Part 3: Protecting Our Youth: A Community Approach to Suicide Prevention Connecticut experienced 10 teen suicides over this summer. While it can be difficult to discuss, it is important for parents and caregivers to talk to their children about suicide and mental health. The CSDE invites you to join our panel of experts from the Department of Children and Families (DCF) and the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) for a conversation with parents and caregivers. We will discuss warning signs to look for, tips on how to talk to your child about their feelings, stressors and well-being, and where to turn to get help for you and your child. Date: Thursday, November 7, 2024, 5:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m. Register: Scan the QR code or visit https://serc.info/vhcpart3 CONNECTICUT STATE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION The Connecticut State Department of Education is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

Grow A Little Spot of Happiness Pre-K and Kindergarten students and families are invited to join us for a "Little Spots" fun-filled, hands-on learning experience. The event is on Oct. 1, 5-6:30 p.m. at Orange Ave Elementary School. Please click the link here to sign up by Friday, Sept. 27.

The Milford Adult Education Program is committed to providing the Milford community continuing education opportunities. Whether you are looking to complete your GED, strengthen your English skills in our ESL classes, or earn your citizenship, we are here to help! Along with these state mandated programs we offer, we strive to offer a robust enrichment general interest program. With classes ranging from wine tastings, to learning to dance, to cooking like a 5-star chef, we're confident that we have a class that will help you develop a new skill or build on a current area of interest! Follow the link for more information https://www.milforded.org/page/adult-education

Back to School child and adult Immunization Clinics offered by the Milford Health Department. 2:30 – 4:30 p.m. (By Appointment Only. See dates below to make appointments) Call 203-783-3314 for times and location. https://www.ci.milford.ct.us/adult-and-child-immunization-clinics/pages/monthly-immunization-clinics

CONNECTICUT FOODSHARE MOBILE PANTRY Connecticut Foodshare Mobile Pantry Schedule MILFORD - Kingdom Life Christian Church Cathedral When - Tue. August 27th, 11am – 12pm Where - 1455 Naugatuck Ave, Milford, CT 06461 Description - Every 2 weeks on Tuesday, 11AM-12PM CT Foodshare Mobile Pantry

TODAY- Boys and Girls Club-AFTERSCHOOL REGISTRATION CLOSING FOR 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR A friendly reminder that afterschool registration for the 2024-2025 school year will be closing on Monday, August 12th at 5:30pm. Make sure to secure your spot before the deadline to guarantee your child's spot in our program. Don't miss out on this opportunity for a fun and enriching afterschool experience! If you have any questions about registration, feel free to reach out to Kassandrasebas@BGCMilford.com or call (203)713-8055

Pack 7 is looking for kids grade K through 5 who are interested in joining the cub scouts. Pack meetings (meaning all age groups together) meet on the first Thursday of the month at 6:30pm at Harborside Middle School. Den meetings (meaning age groups separately) will be held at Margaret Egan Center. They’re usually either once a month or every other week, during the week, at night - depending on the den leader. Our first pack meeting will be on September 5 at 6:30pm at the Harborside Middle School cafeteria. We invite everyone interested to join! We’ll play fun games and show prospective new cub scouts what scouting is all about! With any questions reach out to committee.chair@pack7milford.org

2024 Connecticut Sales Tax Free Week The 2024 Sales Tax Free Week is Sunday, August 18, through Saturday, August 24, 2024. Sales or purchases of certain items of clothing or footwear costing less than $100 per item are exempt from sales tax. This special exemption applies to purchases made from retailers located in Connecticut as well as from on-line retailers. For detailed information goto : https://portal.ct.gov/drs/sales-tax/sales-tax-free-week

Beth El Center's Community Kitchen is open as a COOLING CENTER until Sunday August 4th. This program will operate from the hours of 8 am until the end of dinner meal service (around 6 or 7 pm - depending on what time their volunteer group is serving) daily. As a reminder, Beth EL has a public shower available and a bathroom that is accessible 24/7. Beth-El Center, Inc. is located at : 90 New Haven Avenue Milford, CT 06460

Federal Summer Food Service Program to keep children fed during summer break. Through this program, no-cost meals, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks, are available to children under 18 at over 400 sites across the state this summer through late August. To find a location near you, visit CTSummerMeals.org, call 211, or text SUMMER MEALS to 914-342-7744.

Milford Public Library 2024 July Program Calendar July News at the Library! Summer Reading is back and in full swing at MPL! We hope you can join us. The Library will be closed on Thursday, July 4th in honor of Independence Day. Summer Reading continues throughout July until August 30! Win cool prizes just by reading or listening to books and magazines. Every book, audiobook, or magazine you read = one entry into our weekly prize drawing and one Grand prize drawing of an Apple iPad! Summer Reading 2024 for Children and Young Adults: READ, RENEW, REPEAT! will feature a wide variety of fun and engaging programs and events. For children there will be outdoor Storytime mini sessions, Yoga mini sessions, a summer StoryWalk at Eisenhower Park, as well as an evening Storytime and craft before you turn in for the night. Other July programs in Children’s include The Third Annual Chess Workshop Series, Summer Painting Event with the Giggling Pig, OzBot Robotics, a Pokemon Meet-up, Crafting Fairy Houses, Baking Strawberry Shortcake Cups from scratch, STEM Fundamentals with LEGO as well as an engaging music program with Al DeCant and a drama workshop with Ingrid Schaeffer and much more!

Attention families, Beth-El will be activating a Cooling Center in their Community Kitchen, starting TOMORROW June 18th at 8:00 AM until Sunday June 23rd at 6:00 pm. This program will operate from the hours of 8 am until the end of dinner meal service (around 6 or 7 pm - depending on what time their volunteer group is serving) daily. As a reminder, Beth-El has a public shower available and a bathroom that is accessible 24/7.

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’.