Wow 250 Years for our Lancaster County borough!
Since its founding in 1761 by John Miller, Millersvile was originally called Millersburg then was named Millerstown before it became known as Millersville in the 1800s. Then came Inns and hotels, the post office, the stage coach and trolley, the Normal School, cigar factories, and other businesses and educational institutions.
To celebrate 250 years of community, The Millersville Historical Society, Millersville Lions Club & the Millersville Woman’s Club are sponsoring events that kick off later this month and continue through December. There are a variety of activities and evens that will attract all ages an interests so please add these events to your calendar!
February 26- 7:00 p.m. Millersville 250: Dancing through the Decades Pucillo Gymnasium
, 105 Pucillo Drive, Milersville University, Millersville For ticket info on kick-off event, contact 717.872.3811 or www.muticketsonline.com
The kick-off event includes dancing, food/beverage, an historical photo display, a fashion display from the two centuries, a special cake prepared by Carlo’s Bakery (aka TLC’s The Cake Boss of Hoboken NJ) and fireworks
April 28 - 7:00 p.m. Millersville 250 Exhibit Opening Reception (free) Conestoga Area Historical Society, 51 Kendig Rd., Conestoga A special introductory evening, which includes a reception for community friends to view many artifacts and memorabilia collected and donated to this special Millersville 250th anniversary exhibit.
Sponsored by Millersville Area Historical Society, the Millersville Women's Club and The Millersville Lions Club
April 30-December 11, 2011 - Sat & Sun Millersville Exhibit: “Milling about Millersville” 1-4 p.m. Conestoga Area Historical Society, 51 Kendig Rd., Conestoga (free) A year-long exhibit for community friends to view many artifacts and memorabilia collected and donated to this special Millersville 250th anniversary exhibit.
Sponsored by Millersville Area Historical Society, the Millersville Women's Club and The Millersville Lions Club www.Millersville250.org
May 2-7 - Hours Vary. Millersville Business Days (specials and fun at area businesses) (free)
Sponsored by the Millersville Business Association
May 21- 2:00 p.m. Swan Pond (a children’s ballet) Manor Middle School,
2950 Charlestown, Rd.,
Swan Pond is a contemporary children’s ballet with new original work by artistic director Jana Filling of Dancers’ Edge Studio. Featuring the choreography of Rachel Sherts and other local choreographers, young dancers from the community come together to immerse themselves in the natural movement of nature.
Sponsored by Dancers’ Edge Studio and the Millersville 250 initiative
June 4 - 2:00 p.m. Lancaster County Firemen’s Parade 
Saluting the 100th Anniversary of the Millersville Fire Company
Herr & Landis Aves & George St (Millersville) (free)
Sponsored by the Millersville Fire Company
JUNE 26 - 3:00 p.m. Sunday Picnic in the Park (food, games, entertainment and more)
Freedom Memorial Park, 9 Shertzer Lane, Millersville (free)
A fun-filled afternoon includes food, beverages, games, entertainment—the park will be blossoming with a myriad of activities for all ages to enjoy.
Sponsored by the Borough of Millersville
July 17 - 12N – 5 p.m.
Community Days: Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Lions Club Pool
Millersville Lions Club Pool, 314 N. Prince Street, Millersville (free)
A fun day at the Millersville Lions Club Pool! Scheduled activities include kid's games, bottle toss, Frogger, Moon Walk, Turkey Hill's Ice Cream Stacking Contest, Police Demonstrations, EMS Demonstrations, Push-up Competitions and the now famous Boat Race. Sponsored by the Millersville Lions Club
Sponsored by Millersville Lions Club
September - TBD. Millersville 250th Theater Production: “He Ain’t Done Right by Nell”
Dutcher Hall, MU, 30 Ganser Loop, Millersville
Sponsored by Millersville University’s Theatre Department and the Millersville 250 initiative
October 16 - 3:00 p.m. Millersville’s Got Talent (Auditions)
Pucillo Gymnasium, 105 Pucillo Drive, Millersville University, Millersville
This talent competition is open to all individuals who work, live or attend school in Millersville, Pa. Details on rules and regulations available after May 1.
Sponsored by the Millersville University Alumni Association, Millersville University and the Millersville Business Association
October 28-30, Hours Vary. Harvest Doors of Millersville (residential properties in Millersville) (free)
Come join the fun and display decorative items on your residence or business. Details will be announced after June 1.
October 29 - 9:00 a.m.
Millersville Community Parade (Celebrating the 250th Anniversary)
Herr Ave, Landis Ave and George Street (Millersville) (free)
15th year for this event in Millersville.
Sponsored by Millersville Community Parade Committee
October 30 - 2pm The Organs of Millersville (Organ Walk)
Millersville Area Churches (TBD) (free)
The Borough of Millersville is steeped in religious faiths and boasts several special musical organs of interest. Join Millersville University professor emeritus of music and organ aficionado, Karl E. Moyer, who will lead guests throughout the borough on a salute to organ music.
November 16 - 3:00 p.m. Millersville’s Got Talent (Round 1 competition)
Pucillo Gymnasium, 105 Pucillo Drive, Millersville University, Millersville
This talent competition is open to all individuals who work, live or attend school in Millersville. Details on rules and regulations available after May 1.
Sponsored by the Millersville University Alumni Association, Millersville University and the Millersville Business Association
November 20 - 3:00 p.m. Millersville’s Got Talent (Finale)
Pucillo Gymnasium, 105 Pucillo Drive, Millersville University, Millersville
November 27 - 4:30 p.m. Millersville 250th Anniversary Closing Reception
Windoz Grill, Crossgates Golf Course, 1 Crossland Pass, Millersville
Do you have any Millersville memorabilia that would be considered an historical item that you would like to share and possibly loan to the Historical Society for this exhibit? Maybe a publication or a trolley item or a postcard or photo? If so please contact by March 1st.
- Phil Gerber pge8597@aol.com or
- Ken Hoak cahs@pennmanorhistory.org
For More information, visit the Millersville 250 website.
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