MALMO Sep/Oct 2025 NEWSLETTER - Read here or Download the PDF

The Sep/Oct 2025 Malmo Newsletter should arrive in your physical mailbox soon. It’s full of all things Malmo and activities galore!!!!!. You can also download a PDF to view or print.

🎉 MALMO CARES! CARDS FOR CARE - CARD MAKING EVENT

Friday, September 19 | 5:30pm – 9:00pm | Malmo Community Hall

FREE event open to the whole community and beyond! Bring the family — refreshments available.

No previous crafting experience or supplies needed. Cards you create will go to seniors in care, the Stollery, and Ronald McDonald House.

Read more about this worthy program and the young Malmo resident who started it: Global News Story

See the Malmo website and Facebook for more details.

🍝 DID SOMEBODY SAY SPAGHETTI? DINNER & IRC OPEN HOUSE

Saturday, September 20 | 4:00pm – 8:00pm | Malmo Community Hall

By popular demand, the Spaghetti Dinner is BACK for Community League Day.

  • Cost: $10 per person | $20 per family
  • Halal, Vegetarian & Gluten-Free options available

The Infrastructure Redevelopment Committee will share their ideas for rejuvenating the hall — your feedback is welcome! Displays by Westcorp (Edgeway) and Michener Park developers, too.

>>> Enter our draws to win CASH PRIZES!!! <<<

We need volunteers! Email Rebecca at membership@malmoplains.com

📸 GET THE PICTURE! HALLOWEEN PET PHOTOS FOR A CAUSE

Saturday, October 18 | 12:45pm – 4:30pm | Malmo Community Hall

For Community League Members (bring proof of membership). First come, first served — 15-minute time slots. One family with pets at a time.

Special needs/reactive pets? Email maureenswatercolours@gmail.com for a private booking.

Bring your own: pets, treats, costumes, thumb drive (in baggie with your info), and towel for paws.

This fundraiser supports Second Chance Animal Rescue Society. E-transfer donations to scars@scarscare.ca. Donations $20+ get a tax receipt.

🎶 JINGLE ALL THE WAY! CHRISTMAS CHOIR

Mondays beginning October 20 | 7:30pm – 8:30pm | Holy Spirit Lutheran Church (11223 51 Ave)

Open to the whole community. No singing experience required!

Includes 6 rehearsals, 1 dress rehearsal, and 1 glorious concert.

  • Cost: $124.09 (includes $9.09 fee)
  • Malmo members: $81.41 (includes $6.41 fee)

Sign up here | Questions? Email becky.schellenberg@gmail.com

🎲 GAME ON! GAMES NIGHT & PIZZA

Saturday, October 25 | 3:00pm – 9:00pm | Malmo Community Hall

FREE gameplay — open to the whole community! Learn a new game or play an old favourite.

🍕 Pizza: $10 per person | $20 per family. Arrive early for the 5:00pm pizza order!

📌 COMMUNITY LEAGUE NOTES

The board is planning for a great 2025/2026 year! Be patient as we roll out new policies and processes.

We Need Volunteers!

  • Program Director (non-board): plan and oversee programs (e.g., moms & tots, seniors coffee, classes)
  • Hall Booking Director (board): manage hall rentals, insurance rules, and records

Contact C-Anne at president@malmoplains.com

Social Committee

Tuesday, October 14 | 7:00pm | Malmo Hall

Got ideas for events or programs? Join us!

Upcoming Board Meetings

  • Tuesday, September 16 | 7:15pm
  • Tuesday, October 21 | 7:15pm

🐾 BE CRITTER-AWARE! COYOTES & SKUNKS

As days get shorter, you may see coyotes or skunks in our neighbourhood.

Coyotes: Don’t approach. Make noise. Keep pets safe. Report aggressive behaviour to 311.

Skunks: Dogs were sprayed near the hall this summer! Fill holes near steps and sheds to prevent denning.

📰 THREE LINES FREE (Members Only)

Members can submit short notices for free. Email communications@malmoplains.com.

🗑 GARBAGE OUT! BIN REMINDERS

Recycling & bin day: Fridays

  • Put bins out Thurs night or Fri before 7:00am
  • Don’t overfill bins — lids must close
  • Tie recycling bags tightly

Together we can keep Malmo clean, safe, and welcoming!

🏐 REGULAR PROGRAMS AT THE HALL

  • Beach Volleyball: Daily until 9:30pm (Sept–Oct, weather permitting) | Check sports calendar
  • Chess Club: Saturdays | 10am – Noon | Free
  • Yoga Sessions: Mon, Wed, Thu | Call Cheryl 780-975-7174
  • Craft Night: 2nd Fridays | 7:00–9:00pm
  • Coffee & Conversation: 4th Wed | 2:00–3:30pm
  • Kids Craft Time: 3rd Sat | 10:30am – Noon
  • Community Swim: Sat & Sun | 4:00–5:30pm | Free with membership

🌟 UPCOMING SPECIAL EVENTS

  • Wine & Paint Night: Sat, Nov 8
  • Malmo Choir Concert: Mon, Dec 8 | 7:00–8:00pm
  • Christmas Pet Photo Shoot: Sat, Dec 13
  • Garden Planning Committee: Details coming soon!

👏 THANK YOU VOLUNTEERS!

  • BBQ crew led by Lisa – delicious success!
  • Trent – 200+ Strong Body sessions. Amazing dedication!
  • John & Marlene – for keeping Malmo tidy along the paths.

🎒 NOT TOO LATE TO REGISTER! MALMO PRESCHOOL

Registration is open year-round for children ages 3–5. malmo@malmopreschool.com | malmopreschool.com