Compost Sale – May 9

Make your gardens happy this growing season and give them some of the good stuff!

KNA Annual Mushroom Compost Sale
Saturday May 9th
9am until noon (or until we sell out)
Location: Blessings Christian Church (@ Stanley and Locke)
$4.50 per bag

***We are optimistic that we’ll turn a corner in regards to the Covid-19 Pandemic and that the compost sale will take place. As we approach the month of May, we’ll continue to monitor the situation via Hamilton Public Health and the City of Hamilton and will respond appropriately as we get closer to May 9. In the meantime, pre-orders are still being accepted (see information below). If anything changes, we’ll post updates here. 

You can pre-order your bags by emailing events@kirkendallhood.ca or text 289-808-2137

And, back by popular demand! The Kirkendall Garden Club will also be there selling plants and seedlings.

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Food Drive – Volunteer Opportunities

Our annual “Fill a bus, feed a family” food drive is fast approaching on Saturday, May 2! We have lots of volunteer opportunities available starting on April 26. Head over to our Food Drive page for updates and to find out how you can help out!

 

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AGM – Wednesday, April 22

***We continue to monitor the Covid-19 Pandemic via Hamilton Public Health and the City of Hamilton and will decide closer to April 22 whether we will proceed with the AGM. If anything changes, we’ll post updates here.

Join us for our Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, April 22 at Blessings Christian Church (corner of Locke and Stanley).

Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the meeting starts at 7:00 p.m.

We’re working on the agenda, but we know we’ll have pizza onsite, so mark your calendars to join us!

 

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February 29 – Kirkendall Neighbourhood Strategy Community Conversation

What: Kirkendall Neighbourhood Strategy Community Conversation
When: Saturday, 29 February 2020
Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Where: Melrose United Church (86 Homewood Avenue)

Come join the Kirkendall Neighbourhood Strategy folks for a conversation on the key themes that emerged from community input over the last year – five major themes and a series of specific issues came up over and over again. Share your thoughts and ideas, tell us if something is missing or needs to be added, learn about the next steps, and how you can get involved.

This meeting will also introduce plans for the HAAA Working Group as well as the Friendly Streets for Vision Zero audit of Kirkendall North.

Refreshments provided. Childcare available by request (Please email info@ourkirkendall.ca for childcare arrangements).

Register to attend by clicking here.

To learn more about the themes and for more information visit: www.ourkirkendall.ca

Annual Holiday Crafting & Christmas Movie – December 7, 2019

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The KNA is holding its annual free holiday crafting party on December 7th at Blessings Church (corner of Stanley and Locke) from 10am until noon. Make your own ornaments and cards, decorate cookies and gift bags. And new this year – Bath bombs!

Later that evening, please join us as the KNA presents Home Alone at our free movie night at Blessings Church. Doors open at 6:30pm.

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The KNA is a proud supporter of “A Locke Street Christmas” – 3 Days of holiday celebrations and activities. Join the festivities on November 15, December 7, and December 14. Visit Lockestreetshops.com for further updates and information.

Thank you to the City of Hamilton and Blessings Church for partnering with the KNA to present movie night.

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Pumpkin Sale – Saturday, October 19

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It’s time for the annual KNA Pumpkin Sale!

Saturday, October 19, 2019
9:00 a.m. until noon (or until we sell out)

 

Front lawn of Blessings Christian Church at Locke and Stanley

Small: $3.50
Medium: $5.00
Large: $6.00
Jumbo: $7.00

Avoid disappointment and pre-order your pumpkin by emailing events@kirkendallhood.ca or call/text 289-808-2137. Let us know what size you want and we’ll put it on hold for you.

WE SELL OUT BY NOON EACH YEAR!!

And back by popular demand..Free hot cider and cookies! The grim reaper will also be in attendance!

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Kirkendall Neighbourhood Strategy – Share your voice!

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What do you want Kirkendall to look like in the future? What could make it an even better place to live, work, learn and play? Share your ideas! These will be collected and will contribute to a neighbourhood plan unique to Kirkendall.

Fill out the survey to enter to win 1 of 10 prizes at: www.ourkirkendall.ca

For more information contact:
info@ourkirkendall.ca or call 289-689-3330


KNA’s Annual Movie Night Under the Stars – Thursday, August 15

Join us on Thursday, August 15 for the screening of the classic movie, Jumanji (the original!). The movie starts at dusk (approximately 8:45) in the rear parking lot of Blessings Christian Church/Stanley Ave. Baptist Church, 115 Stanley Ave. at Locke Street.

Representatives from the Kirkendall Neighbourhood Plan will be also be on hand to learn what you love about Kirkendall. Enjoy a movie under the stars and share your thoughts about what makes Kirkendall great!

Snacks will be available for purchase at reasonable costs.

Don’t forget to bring your blankets and lawn chairs!

This is a free event, however donations are appreciated.

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AGM – Wednesday April 25 – 7pm

Join us for our Annual General Meeting on April 25th at 7pm at Blessings Christian Church

 

Proposed Agenda:

6:30 to 7:00 Information about Queen St. conversion, Locke St. construction and  Neighbourhood Plan available.

7:00 -7:10 Welcome and Introductions – agenda and first call for elections

7:10 – 7:20 – Stephanie Hilson to bring greetings from Counselor Wilson

7:20 – 7:25 – Hamilton Police Neighbourhood Crime Report – Acting Sargent David Brewster

7:25 – 7:30 – Kirkendall Garden Club

7:30 – 7:45 – Development committee, financial report, Events and Food Drive

7:45 – 7:50 – 2nd call for elections

7:50 – 7:55 – Introduction to Queen St. Conversion

7:55 – 8:00 – Introduction to Locke St. work and agenda

8:00 – 8:10 – Introduction to Kirkendall Neighbourhood Plan

8:10 – 8:50 – Scramble – each section to discuss plans offer ideas etc.

8:50 – 9:00 – Thank you final questions and elections.

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Compost Sale – Saturday, May 11

Give your garden a bag or 2 of the good stuff!
Our annual KNA compost sale will be on Saturday May 11th from 8:30 am to 1 pm at Blessings Christian Church at Stanley Ave. and Locke St.
$4.50 per bag (cubic foot)
Compost is from Monaghan’s Mushroom farm.
Please email events@kirkendallhood.ca to pre-order your compost.
The Kirkendall Garden Club will also be at this year’s sale selling veggie and perennial seedlings.
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Many thanks to Monaghan’s Mushroom Farm and Hamilton Water for their support.
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