Swim Lessons and Swim Team Opens on April 1, 2024

Swim Lessons

The Aquatics Division offers instructional programs for all ages.  A wide variety of swim lessons are available for students 6 months to adult.  Program registration for Summer 2024 opens April 01 2024 at 8:00AM for residents and 10AM for non-residents.

Summer 2024 Program Guide – English Spanish

To register for all Austin Parks and Rec programs, please visit www.austintexas.gov/parksonline

Swim Team

The recreational Swim Team Program is organized to develop the potential and serve the recreational needs of boys and girls who are interested in learning about competitive swimming. Swim Team Information

To register for all Austin Parks and Rec programs, please visit www.austintexas.gov/parksonline

Scholarships Available!

The Austin Parks and Recreation Department offers scholarships to those who qualify.  This scholarship can be used for swim lessons or many other Austin Parks and Recreation classes.  For more info and to download the application, please visit austintexas.gov/pardfinaid.

The Aquatic Division also offers a scholarship that may cover up to the entire cost of one class or program.  To find out more, download the applications here: English(PDF) | Spanish(PDF)

Bring either form to the office or follow the direction on the form to send it in.  Please remember that these forms may take up to 3 weeks for processing.

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Milwood’s Neighborhood-wide Garage Sale – Sat. April 6

Don’t Miss Milwood’s Garage Sale on Saturday, April 6, 2024 with over 23 houses!

Mark your calendars so you can find some wonderful treasurers at the best prices from your neighbors!

Here is a map of the participating homes. Check back to see the final list on Saturday morning!

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Milwood NA’s Resident General Meeting – Tues., March 26 at 7pm

Join us for Milwood’s Resident Meeting on Tues. March 26 at 7pm at Milwood Baptist Church!

All Welcome: Owners & Renters alike and not just paid members.

Click HERE for the Slides if you missed the meeting.

Tues., March 26 at 7pm
Milwood Baptist Church (corner of Cassady/Cabana)

We hope you can join us to discuss all things Milwood! Come hear what is new in our area and voice your concerns.

PLEASE RSVP so we can plan for you.

Open to all Residents: Owners & Renters alike, not only those that pay the $15 voluntary annual dues though voting will be limited to dues paying / active members.

RSVP in the Facebook Event for a gentle reminder.

Want to take a more active role in your neighborhood? Or Have any agenda ideas for the fall General Resident Meeting for Milwood?

We want to hear from you! Give us your feedback on items you would like addressed or included at Milwoodna1<at>gmail.com

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Milwood Library Block Party – Sat. April 6 from 10am to 2pm

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Art Day with Love – Sat. April 6 from 10am to 2pm

Sat. April 6th from 10am to 2pm
Map here & Artists here
Art Day with Love began as a neighborhood initiative to celebrate local art and foster community connections. Our mission is to promote creativity, support local artists, and bring neighbors together through the power of art. Art Day with Love is organized by passionate volunteers from the Walnut Crossing & Milwood neighborhood in North Austin, Texas.

Artists can still sign up here.

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Thank you to our Amplify Austin Donors!

Thank you so much! We are truly grateful that 44 of you chose to contribute $3,955 to our park’s campaign. Thanks to your donation we reached our maximum Match Opportunity of $3,500 through Austin Parks Foundation and are now one big jump closer to getting the improvements made regarding the drainage issue at Balcones Park’s Pavilion and Playground with a total of $7,455! We do have an estimated $11,000 to $12,000 to get to so if you missed the chance & want to you can go through this link.

Thank you again,
Friends of Balcones Park

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Hazardous Waste Collection – Batteries, Oil, Paint, Antifreeze, Styrofoam, Plastic Film Collection Event – Sat, April 13, 2024

Start gathering those dead batteries, used oil and oil filters, leftover latex paint cans, and antifreeze PLUS clean/dry styrofoam and plastic film!

Because Milwood Neighborhood Association will be collecting Batteries, Oil, Latex Paint, Antifreeze, Styrofoam and Plastic Film on Saturday, April 13, 2024 from 8:30-9:30am to St. Stephen’s Baptist Church. Please note if we fill the truck we will close at that time, so don’t wait until the end.

We must close at 9:30am or when we fill up to be able to get the materials to the City site and unloaded before they close at noon, so please try to come early.

We will not be accepting other household hazardous wastes including: oil-based paint, paint thinner or stripper, cleaning chemicals, pool chemicals, pesticides. Those have to be delivered individually, though you are welcome to follow us down there and drop them off.

This event will focus on fund raising to make much need improvements at Balcones Park’s bathrooms. It is free to ALL Current MNA members that are up-to-date on their $15 annual dues OR you can make a suggested $10+ donation which will go towards Balcones Park Bathroom Improvements. Not an MNA member? It’s easy to skip the line and join online or at the event. 100% of the donations raised will go to improvements in Balcones Park.

We’re also looking for volunteers for our collection event. Sign up by emailing us at milwoodna1(a)gmail.com. We need folks to corral the cars, unload vehicles, load the collection truck, and assist with separating the collected materials. If you’re looking for a great opportunity to help serve your neighborhood, meet your neighbors, and protect the environment, come join us by emailing us at mnaboard@milwoodna.com.

A BIG Thanks to Our Event Sponsor & Neighbor:
Thanks Karl Hanson with H&H Design & Build for helping us make this event possible!

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