Heartland Recreation Commission
August Motivation
August was nearly over — the month of apples and falling stars, the last care-free month for the school children. The days were not hot, but sunny and limpidly clear — the first sign of advancing autumn.
Think you’ve got what it takes?
The MacGregor Fall Fest Strength Competition is happening Friday, September 18 at 7:30 PM on Hampton St. The events are Kids-painted bus pull Timed tire flip Entry is $15 per person or $45 for a team of four. To register contact info@macgregorchamber.ca Kids’ tire flip is free. Grab your team, test your strength, and come be part of Fall Fest.
Gala
Join us for the Victoria Place Gala on October 30 at 6 pm at the Austin Hall. Celebrating community and building the future of senior housing. Jennifer Jones the Olympic curling champion will be join us for the evening. For tickets, please contact 204-685-2644. It is going to be a great evening.
Municipal Election
Be advised that a general municipal election will be held on October 28. Prospective municipal election candidates must register with the Senior Election Officer. For the office of head of council between May 1 and Sept 22 or for a council position June 30 to sept 22. Fore more info please contact Laura Burke 204-685-2472 or 204-871-2380 or elections@northnorfolk.ca
MacGregor Ladies golf tournament
Pink Out on the Course, join us on August 29 starting at 9 am registration, brunch & mimosas. Golf starts at 10 am, with 4-person scramble. This is a FUN lady’s tournament with fun activities and prizes at each hole as well as prizes for best dressed individual and team plus the bottle putting contest. $40 per person plus bottles/cans of spirits. Golfers of all experience are welcome. For entry and reserve a cart 204-685-3100. Space is limited.
PAL and Hunter safety courses
HRC is hosting a PAL Course on Sept 12 and a Hunter safety course on Sept 13 from 8 am till 6 pm at the MacGregor Stride Centre. Register with HRC.
Healthy Baby
If you’re pregnant or have a baby under the age of one, come to a healthy baby community support program. First and third Tuesday of each month at 10 am at the MacGregor United Church. For more information please smanns@southernhealth.ca
Portage Shuttle
Need a ride to Portage from Austin, MacGregor or Sidney? $10 for a ride in the Handivan. Call 204-685-2977 to book your seat.
Victoria Place
Did you know that Victoria place has foot care, exercise classes, hairdresser, movie nights and other activities for seniors. If you would like more info call Karen 204-685-2083.
North Norfolk Connect
Register with us and never miss out on the latest news, events, weather, and alert messages from the Municipality of North Norfolk. We also have a month newsletter each month, sign up now and know what is going on. Phone the office 204-685-2211 to make sure.
Golf Course
The MacGregor Town & Country Golf Course and Clubhouse is open daily from 8 am till 8 pm. Thank you to J.P. Wiebe & sons for sponsoring the junior’s program again this golfing season.
Tournament dates
Ladies’ tournament – Aug 29
Senior Mixed open – Sept 2
Fire Department Night Golf – Sept 12
Juniors tournament – Sept 13
Parent & Child – Sept 20
Pet License
Each pet license is valid for the lifetime of the pet. Please contact the Municipal office to get one today for your pet.
CRC
The Food Vault (Community Resource Centre) is open for food bank requests and donations Tuesdays and Fridays from 9-4. We are located in MacGregor at 24 Hampton St E and provide help to those living in North Norfolk. We welcome donations of any nonperishable food such as soup, vegetables, fruit, cereal, pasta and sauce, and snacks. For more information you can call or text Julie at 204.685.2977 or find us on facebook at crcfoodvault or instagram at the_food_vault_crc.
Empties
Bring your empty beer bottle and cans to the MacGregor Hotel and inform staff that you would like to donate the money to the North Norfolk Trails committee. All proceed are going toward the development of a trail system in the Municipality North Norfolk. Thank you everyone.
Farmers Market
Join us on Tuesday’s this summer at the MacGregor farmers market on the corner of Hampton St and Victoria from 4:30 till 6:30 pm.
MacGregor Chase the Ace
The MacGregor Chase the Ace on Thursdays, selling starts at 6 pm and draw is at 7 pm at the MacGregor Golf Course. Each week we have a different local service group who sells 50/50. Come for a drink, a laugh, and a chance to win some cash!
MacGregor Cemetery
Will be accepting donations for the installation of a columbarium at the MacGregor Cemetery. Donations can be dropped off at the Municipal office in MacGregor.
Come play cards.
The MacGregor Senior drop-in center is welcoming people to come play cards or a game of pool on Monday and Wednesday at 1 pm.
Rest Haven Meals
Rest Haven has a meal program in MacGregor. Mealtime is 5 pm and all meals include meat, starch, veggies and dessert. To register for a meal, you must call the day before (before 8 pm) to 204-685-3158. Cost of the meal is $10.00 per plate and take out is $12.
Midweek Money Run
The North Norfolk & District Agricultural Society is proud to provide the grounds for this exciting barrel racing series, and we’re looking forward to another great evening at the arena! Join us Thursday, Aug 27. Whether you’re competing or cheering from the sidelines, come out and support our local barrel racing community. Good luck to all the riders, we’ll see you at the arena!
Hicktown
Join us on August 29 at 9 pm at the Rossendale Community Centre for a Hicktown concert. Tickets are $20 each and available from any Rossendale community centre board member. There will be a raffle draws and a midnight lunch. See you there.
Ladies Golf Night
Grab a friend or friends and come join us on Wednesday night for Ladies Night! Whether you are a seasoned golfer or just a beginner the MacGregor Golf Course is the place to come for some fun!
Color Run & Walk
This year’s color run & walk is going to be on September 13 at 3 pm at The Three Creek Trail system near Austin. Mark your calendars.
MacGregor Fall Fest
This is your invitation to save the date for the MacGregor Fall Fest happening September 18 & 19. It will be full of family fun and fire works on Friday night and Saturday the MacGregor Chamber of Commerce is bringing “Prairieline” to town for an evening of dancing under the stars. More information to come.
Power skating
Up your game and have your child take part in power skating this year at the MacGregor Stride Centre. Ages 5 -13 plus welcome. On Wednesdays from October till Nov. $95 per player. Register with HRC.
Learn to skate Lessons
Ebany Goderis is returning again this season to teach kids how to skate. Mondays starting October 19 till March. $125 - $150 per person depending on age. Register with HRC.
Barre Class
Come join a barre classes with Kendall on Wednesdays starting in Sept at 5:30 at the Heartland Multiplex. $90 per person, register with HRC.
If you would like more information about these events, please contact HRC.
Think you missed something, visit our facebook page for more of what is happening in the municipality of North Norfolk. Please let me know. HRC contact hrc@northnorfolk.ca, 204-685-2202