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Volunteer at the MFRC
Do you want to build up your resume?
Do you want to be part of something bigger?
Why not become a volunteer at the MFRC?!
If you're interested in volunteering at the MFRC, contact Linda at 204-765-3000 ext. 4553.
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Deployment Programs
The Shilo MFRC's definition of deployment:
Any occasion where your military partner is away for 30 days or more on; course: IR,
training or operational duty, regardless of location.
Contact Alexa at 765-3000 ext. 4555, for all deployment inquiries.
Friends-giving & Children's Deployment Afternoon
Enjoy an afternoon of crafts, and games while socializing with other kids going through a deployment. *lunch provided*
Saturday, October 19
11:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Children in kindergarten-12 years old
No cost to participant
REGISTER HERE by noon on Wednesday, October 16
Make, Bake and Take Night at Chez Angela
Image a paint night out with friends, but instead of paint you use flour and fruit and you get to eat your work of art! Make Angie’s famous apple pie from scratch with over 2 hours of instruction from professional bakers. Participants also get to make up dough and take it home to practice their fillings and make up to two more sweet or savory pies or quiches.
Wednesday, October 23
6:00 p.m.
$40 per participant (for families experiencing a deployment) or
$45 per participant (for families not experiencing a deployment)
Meet at Chez Angela - 29C 10th Street Brandon
REGISTER HERE by noon on Friday, October 11
Min: 8; Max: 12
*offsite childcare vouchers available for families dealing with deployment.
Deployment Childcare
Open to working families using deployment vouchers.
Saturday, October 26
10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Occasional Childcare Room
Register by noon on Wednesday, October 23 by calling OCC at 204-765-3000 ext. 3341
*registration opens on Friday, October 11*
Deployment Family Pumpkin Carving & Pizza
Let’s get together to carve a pumpkin and create your own pizza.
Sunday, October 27
3:00 p.m.
$3 per pumpkin
REGISTER HERE by noon on Wednesday, October 23
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Shilo MFRC Occasional Childcare:
Monday-Thursday: 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Friday: 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. &
1:00-4:00 p.m.
*closed the last Friday of every month*
Book your spot, up to two weeks in advance,
765-3000 ext. 3341
Visit www.cafconnection.ca for full details!
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Adult Programs
Connection française – “French Connections”
Venez-vous joindre à nous pour un brunch entre femmes et en français.
samedi le 12 octobre
10h00
Smitty’s dans le Shoppers Mall
INSCRIVEZ-VOUS ICI avant vendredi midi le 11 octobre
Contactez Linda au 204-765-3000 poste 4553 pour plus amples informations.
Make, Bake and Take Night at Chez Angela
Image a paint night out with friends, but instead of paint you use flour and fruit and you get to eat your work of art! Make Angie’s famous apple pie from scratch with over 2 hours of instruction from professional bakers. Participants also get to make up dough and take it home to practice their fillings and make up to two more sweet or savory pies or quiches.
Wednesday, October 23
6:00 p.m.
$40 per participant (for families experiencing a deployment) or
$45 per participant (for families not experiencing a deployment)
Meet at Chez Angela - 29C 10th Street Brandon
REGISTER HERE by noon on Friday, October 11
Min: 8; Max: 12
*offsite childcare vouchers available for families dealing with deployment.
Crafting the Day Away
Let’s get together for a day full of crafting. Bring whatever you are working on; scrapbooking, crochet, drawing, and/or knitting. A full 6 foot table for everyone. Great way to get ideas and get your projects done. Everyone welcomed - beginners or pros. Bring your favourite dish for a potluck lunch and for supper we’ll provide pizza.
Saturday, October 26
9:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m.
$5.00 per participant
Meet at the MFRC
REGISTER HERE by noon on Friday, October 18
Min: 6
Lamaze Prenatal Classes
This course is offered by Bethany Geisel, a Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator. It is aimed at increasing the birthing person and their partner (or support person) confidence and ability to give birth and promoting a healthy childbirth experience. Prepare for your baby’s birth so that you have the most recent, evidence-based knowledge and information to be able to make informed decisions and advocate for yourself and your baby. Topics covered include: Normal, physiological, labour & birth processes – Variations of normal, medical interventions – Managing labour discomforts naturally & medically – The postpartum period, breastfeeding and your newborn. A half hour lunch break is included, please bring your own lunch.
Saturday & Sunday, October 26 & 27
9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
$165 per couple
Meet at the MFRC
REGISTER HERE by noon on Friday, October 18
Min: 4 couples; Max: 7 couples
Basic Quilting
Take a “Trip Around the World” quilting course with Sheryl. In two days, Sheryl will teach you the basics of quilting while you create a table runner or small lap quilt. All you need to know is how to sew a straight line. Must have a sewing machine. A supply list will be sent to you.
Friday & Saturday (November 1 & 2)
Times:
Friday (6:00-9:00 p.m.)
Saturday (9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.)
$30 per participant
Meet at the MFRC
REGISTER HERE by noon on Friday, October 18
Min: 7; Max: 12
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Youth Programs
All youth programs will take place at the Youth Centre, unless otherwise indicated.
YOUTH CENTRE
Youth Centre Membership
Youth Centre membership will give your child access to our drop-in times as well as some planned programs at no additional cost! Drop in times will be mostly un-structured, with a variety of activities for your child to participate in, including our canteen (extra cost). Planned activities can be found on our Youth Programs calendar which is available on the Shilo MFRC Youth Programs Facebook page and also the MFRC website. Other programs including field trips and most non-drop in programs will have an additional charge- see calendar and program description for more details.
The cost of a Youth Centre membership for one year (September-August):
Kindergarten-grade 6: $25
Grades 7-12: $15
Drop in fee: $2
You will always have the option of paying a drop in fee, but the membership is the most cost efficient way to go! Membership fees can be paid at MFRC reception during regular business hours (Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm); or at the Youth Centre during drop in times (cheque or exact cash only).
Membership forms must be completed prior to your child attending any Youth Centre drop in program.
Membership forms are available:
- Online
- Printable forms are available at the Shilo MFRC website or
- Paper copies are available at the MFRC reception desk or at the Youth Centre.
Youth Centre Drop In Times for September:
Dates and times are subject to change. Watch Facebook for more information.
Wednesdays (October 2, 9, 16 & 23)
5:30-7:30 p.m.
Grades 3-6
AND
7:30-9:30 p.m.
Grades 7-12
Mondays (October 7 & 21)
5:30-7:30 p.m.
Grades Kindergarten-2
Ghost & Ghoul’s Night Out
**all groups are welcome to come dressed in your costume for a night of fun and games**
Monday, October 28
5:30-7:30 p.m.
Grades Kindergarten-2
Wednesday, October 30
5:30-7:30 p.m.
Grades 3-6
AND
7:30- 9:30 p.m.
Grades 7-12
Minute to Win It (Kindergarten-grade 5)
Do you have what it takes? Come out for a series of Minute to Win it challenges.
Sunday, October 6
4:00-6:00 p.m.
Youth in Kindergarten-grade 5
$2 per participant or free with membership
REGISTER HERE by Tuesday, October 1
Minute to Win It (Grades 6-12)
Do you have what it takes? Come out for a series of Minute to Win it challenges.
Sunday, October 6
6:00-8:00 p.m.
Youth in grades 6-12
$2 per participant or free with membership
REGISTER HERE by Tuesday, October 1
Friends-giving
What is better than Thanksgiving? Friends-giving of course! Come join us for lunch, games and fun times with friends.
Saturday, October 19
11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Youth in K-grade 8
$7 per participant (no membership) or
$5 per participant (with membership)
REGISTER HERE by Tuesday, October 15
Deer Meadows Farms (Ecole O’Kelly School, Ecole La Source & Wawanesa In Service Day)
Come experience the love of the country setting and experience farm animals, mazes, pumpkin patch and more!
Friday, October 25
7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Youth in kindergarten-grade 8
$20 per participant
REGISTER HERE by Tuesday, October 15
Haunted House Adventure
Do you like haunted houses? Dress up and come prepared to scare! We will be taking part of the scare team at the haunted house put on by PSP.
Tuesday, October 29
5:30-8:30 p.m.
Youth in grades 6-12
No cost to participant
Meet at the MFRC and will go as a group.
REGISTER HERE by Tuesday, October 15
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REGISTRATION & PAYMENT
In order for your registration to be complete for all MFRC programs, payment must be received by the program registration deadline.
Payment can be made at the front desk during regular business hours.
Cash/debit/credit accepted.
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(0-5 yrs ~ has not begun kindergarten)
All programs will run in the Preschool Program room, unless otherwise indicated.
PARENT & TOT
Tumbleweeds Playgroup
This is a drop in program for children to run, tumble and jump. This program runs Tuesdays from September to June. If weather permits we will be outside.
Tuesdays (October 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29)
9:15-11:15 a.m.
All ages welcome
$1.00 drop in fee (per family)
Meet in the preschool program room (if we are outside a sign will be posted on the door)
No registration required
Baby Club
Please join Kirstin and other moms with their little ones every Thursday. This facilitated group will have games, crafts, and a place to enjoy the company of others with some special speakers along the way! Remember we are on “baby time” so late comers are always welcome and you can leave when needed.
Thursdays (October 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31)
9:15-11:15 a.m.
Parent(s) with children ages 0-24 months
No cost to participant - No registration required
The Learning Circle (TLC)
The aim of this program is to enhance the parent’s role as the child’s first teacher. This is done through structured and unstructured activities. There are new topics and themes scheduled each week from September-June. There is no fee for the program and healthy snacks are provided for participants.
Thursdays (October 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31)
1:15-3:15 p.m.
Parent(s) with children ages 3-5 years old (not in kindergarten)
No cost to participant
Please call the MFRC at 204-765-3000 ext. 3352 to register!
Limited free occasional childcare available for younger siblings. Please call OCC to register for childcare, 204-765-3000 ext. 3341
Red, Yellow, Orange & Brown
Join us as we go outside to experience the amazing colors of fall, we will be venturing into the trees beside the Shilo Campground to see and feel all the changes that this season brings us! *Please send your child with a small backpack, water bottle, light snack, and warm clothing*
Friday, October 4
9:15-11:15 a.m.
Children ages 2-3 years old
$5 per participant
Meet at the Shilo Campground
REGISTER HERE by noon on Friday, September 27
Max: 12
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Friday, October 4
1:15-3:15 p.m.
Children ages 4-5 years old (not in kindergarten)
$5 per participant
Meet at the Shilo Campground
REGISTER HERE by noon on Friday, September 27
Max: 12
Pumpkin Guts
Come get your hands dirty with some pumpkin guts exploration! We will be scooping out and exploring the slimy but satisfying insides of our pumpkins and after we will be decorating small pumpkins to take home! Light snack will be provided.
Friday, October 18
9:15-11:45 a.m.
Children ages 3-5 years old (not in kindergarten)
$5 per participant
REGISTER HERE by noon on Friday, October 11
Max: 12
Monster Mash
Let’s get together and celebrate Halloween with a party! Come dressed in your scariest, silliest, or favorite costume and participate in some fun party games as well as enjoy some spooky treats!
Monday, October 28
1:15-3:15 p.m.
Children ages 2-5 years old (not in kindergarten)
$5 per participant
REGISTER HERE by noon on Wednesday, October 23
Max: 12
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Our mailing address is:
Shilo MFRC
Box 5000 Stn Main Building T-114
Shilo, MB R0K 2A0
Canada
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