Heartland Recreation Commission
Flu Shots
Get your seasonal flu & covid-19 shots on Nov 4 12 – 6 pm at the MacGregor Heartland Multiplex. Walk-ins Welcome. Remember to bring your Manitoba health card.
Can Skate
HRC is looking for a Can Skate instructor to teach skating lessons in MacGregor for the winter months. If you are interested, please contact HRC.
Perogy Supper
Dine in or drive thro perogy supper fundraiser in Austin at the Community Hall. November 15 from 5 till 7pm the Austin Christian Academy is hosting their annual perogy supper. Come and enjoy a delicious meal of cottage cheese or potato and cheese perogies with cream gravy, fruit sauce and farmer sausage and don’t forget dessert. Cost by donation.
Eat, Drink & Be Merry!
MacGregor Drop In Centre Christmas Dinner December 7, 5 pm Good Food Fellowship and Prizes $25 per ticket Menu: roast beef, potatoes, peas and carrots, bun, dessert and tea or coffee Plus stay and watch the Christmas parade To reserve call Irene (204) 685-2687or Bev (204) 291-2980
Adult Volleyball
This is a free program for adults to come out and play volleyball; all you need to bring is a clean pai of indoor shoes and a water bottler. Please note this event is for adults only. Play starts at 7 till 8:30 pm. Stop by on Nov 5, 12,19, 26 and Dec 3. Come out and play?
Portage Shuttle
Need a ride to Portage from Austin, MacGregor or Sidney? $10 for a ride in the Handivan. Next dates are Nov 20, 27 and Dec 13. Call 204-685-2977 to book your seat.
Victoria Place
Did you know that Victoria place has foot care, a hairdresser, exercise classes, 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. Also does the Municipality have all your current contact information – email address & phone numbers? 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.
Cookies
Holiday Cookie decorating class is back on December 5 at 7 pm at the Heartland Multiplex. All supplies, tools, instruction provided on 12 cookies for $45. Gluten free option no extra charge. Register with HRC.
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.
Christmas Greenery
Want to refresh your pots from last year? Greenery packages available for $30 and new pack of 3 birch sticks for $10. Pick up day is on Nov 29. Register with HRC.
Bingo
Austin bingo is back, weekly on Thursday evenings so stop by the Austin Hall and play some bingo.
Curling is back
Wednesday Nights in MacGregor curling is back for another year. So, grab some friends for a fun season of curling. Begins November 13 at p.m.. Enter as a team or an individual. Fees are 18 plus $100, 12 – 18 $50 or under 12 free for the season. Sign up with hrc!
Empties
Bring your beer bottle and beer can empties to the MacGregor arena anytime – just leave them in front of the front doors of the area. All proceed are going toward the development of a trail system in the Municipality North Norfolk. All this money is going directly to Active Transportation in the Municipality of North Norfolk. Thank you everyone.
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!
Jam Sessions
The next Senior Jam session on November 29 at the MacGregor Drop-in Centre.
Chili Cook-off
Join us for the MacGregor Drop-in centre first annual chili cook-off on Nov 16 from 4 till 7 pm @ the drop-in centre. Bring your best pot of homemade chili and see if you can win a prize. $5 entry gets your unlimited samples and you be the judge. There also will be puzzles for sale that evening. For more information, please contact Bev at 204-291-2980
Pet License
If you live in the municipality of North Norfolk, you are to have license for your pet. $20 per tag or $10 if spayed/neutered – these new tags are no longer renewed annually. This license last for the life of the pet. Visit the Municipal office in MacGregor.
Healthy Baby
Are you pregnant or a new parent? Come join the Healthy baby community program on Nov 5 & 19 starting at 10 till 11:30 am at the United Church. For more information contact public health at 204-685-5705.
Stitch Night
You are invited to join in on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at the North Norfolk MacGregor Library for Stitch night. All levels and ages are welcome. Bring any kind of stitching and join in from 6:30 pm till 8 pm. lets stitch together.
Fall Supper
MacGregor’s United Church Annual Fall Supper is on Monday, November 11 4 till 6:30 pm at the Heartland Multiplex. Pre-orders for take out meals please Wendy 204-685-2583, Marion 204-685-2174 or Shelley 204-685-2689. Adults $10, ages 6- 12 $10 and 5 and under free. Come enjoy a great meal.
Walking Group
There is nothing better than having a safe place to walk rain/snow or shine. So join us at the MacGregor Stride Centre at 9 am, Monday to Fridays (if there is no school there is no walking). This class uses a videos from YouTube. This class is open to young and the old.
PD Days
HRC will be running day camps on Nov 8 & 22, Feb 18, March 21, April 11 and May 16 at the MacGregor Stride Centre at 8:30 am till 5 pm. $20 per child. Register with HRC.
Public Skating
The MacGregor Lion club present free public skating at the MacGregor Stride Centre on Friday’s 5- 6 pm and Sunday’s 12:30 till 1:45 pm – everyone is welcome to come.
Sticks and Pucks
Rosehill Wood Crafters Co. is proud to sponsor Sticks and Pucks for all ages 3:45 till 4:45 pm each weekday at the MacGregor Stride Centre. Helmet must be worn at all times. Everyone welcome to come.
Giving Challenge
Now is the time to help the North Norfolk Community Foundation flourish forever. Make a donation to the North Norfolk Community Foundation between Nov 12 – 17, every donation will be stretched by the Winnipeg Foundation and the Manitoba Government – increasing the amount your foundation receives. For more details northnorfolkfoundation@gmail.com
Quiz Night
The annual North Norfolk MacGregor Library Quiz Night is coming back Nov 9 at 7pm. Quizmaster Maria & Robin will be back to test your knowledge. Enter now as a team of 8 ($160) or individual ($20) Call 204-685-2796 to book your table. Don’t forget to bring your own snacks.
Match Dollar Challenge
Join North Norfolk Foundation at Austin Hall on November 13, 2024, from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm for the North Norfolk Foundation's Matching Dollar Challenge! This event supports four local organizations with projects that benefit our community. Representatives from Austin Ball Diamond, Valley View Bible Camp, Austin Day Care, and Sprucedale Industries will be there, each vying for grant dollars to fund their initiatives. Every organization will receive a guaranteed $1,000 for their project, and you can help them earn even more! The North Norfolk Foundation will match your donation to the organization of your choice, up to $5,000 per organization. Plus, enjoy a delicious soup and dessert meal provided by North Norfolk Foundation. Come out and support your community!
MacGregor Wild
Season schedule has been set for THHL 24/25 season. The Wild are ready for this great season. We put together a high flying roster so come out and cheer on the boys in white. Be sure to bring some cash for your season tickets and a lottery square. We also have lots of swag to choose from so you’re reppin’ your favourite team all season long. See you at the rink Friday, November 8 at 8 pm.. Spread the word and pack the rink…
If you would like more information about these events, please contact HRC.
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