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22 Jun: Winter Solstice Open Mic
There’s no better way to spend the darkest and longest night of the year, than at the Kensington Residents’ Association’s Winter Solstice Open Mic Concert!
When: Saturday 22nd June, 7pm onwards.
Where: Kensington Hotel (Regent Room).
Free entry!
Thanks to The Kensi, there will be happy hour prices all night for KRA members, plus some complimentary nibbles at the start. Not a KRA member? Join on the night for just $15 (annual subscription).
If you sing, play an instrument, do stand-up comedy or recite poetry please join in for the open mic! You can pre-register by emailing contact@kra.org.au, text on 0401 126 173 or put your name down on the night.
To start things off, local trio Daddy Crow will perform all originals and go where few dare to tread, “Potty training and leather, sad lonely towns, testosterone and solar power. Come fly with Daddy Crow!“
Autumn 2024: Council Depot Staff Thank You BBQ
A thank you to workers who keep the park neat and tidy.
May 2024: Thank You BBQ for Watering Volunteers
A sincere thanks to the many volunteers who water over summer to keep our young plants alive.
Winter/Spring 2024: New signage for Borthwick Park
Watch for the appearance of new signage for our Borthwick Park plants.
Each sign will include a QR code to link to further information about the plant.
(This project is dependent on grant funding)
Spring 2024: East Waste Trip
Tour of the East Waste recycling centre at Ottaway
Representatives of the KRA committee will participate in this tour and report back, giving residents of Kensington an opportunity to understand the process.
Street Libraries
Take a book, leave a book, share a book.
Our Association hosts and manages 3 street libraries within Kensington:
• Don’s Deli, corner Bridge Street and The Parade – see the library’s Street Library Australia page here.
• High Street Cafe, Mary McKillop Precinct, Phillips Street – see the library’s Street Library Australia page here.
• Borthwick Park shelter, access via Thornton, Richmond or Bridge Streets – see the library’s Street Library Australia page here.
Watering Borthwick Park
Summer waterers wanted!
To give the 2024 mid-year plantings in Borthwick Park a better chance of surviving the summer heat, could you consider joining our summer watering roster?
You will only need to water for a couple of hours once or twice over summer (December-March) at a time that suits you.
If you haven’t watered before we can show you how to use our equipment and where to find water connection points in the park.
If you’d like to help, please email our Secretary at contact@kra.org.au, advising any dates you will be unavailable.
Once the roster’s firmed up we’ll be in touch advising your assigned watering time and checking if you have any queries or concerns.
9 June: Working Bee
Since 2010 the residents of Kensington have been working together to replenish the biodiversity and beauty of Borthwick Park.
This lovely green space bounded by Thornton Street, Richmond Street, Bridge Street and Second Creek is the focus of a community-led project supported by the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters and Green Adelaide.
? Borthwick Park working bees are held on the 2nd Sunday of every month 9-11am. Come along on Sunday 9th June and see what we get up to.
? Volunteering locally is a great way to meet new people in your neighbourhood. Bring the kids. Invite a friend or neighbour to volunteer with you. Jobs for all ages and capabilities. No prior gardening experience necessary. All training and tools are provided.
? Wear enclosed footwear and clothing to suit the weather. Bring your KRA volunteer vest if you have one or we’ll issue you with on on the day.
? Call John for more details on 0422 909 710.
? If you can’t manage the physical work, you are still most welcome to join us for morning tea from 11am. Free tea, coffee, and a delicious spread of morning tea treats on offer. We’d love to see you.
2 May: Kids AFL event
*** FULLY BOOKED ***
This very special FREE event has been proudly arranged by the Norwood Football Club – home of the Redlegs – and the Kensington Residents’ Association.
Kensington kids aged 5-12 years accompanied by their adult caregiver are invited to join in the fun at Norwood Oval on Thursday 2nd May from 4.30pm.
This is a FREE event but registration is essential via Trybooking https://www.trybooking.com/CQUIY. Limited to 25 children. A responsible adult must be registered to accompany every family group of 1-3 children.
Meet at the front entrance of the Oval, corner of The Parade and Woods Street Norwood, ready for a 4.30pm start.
Walk out onto the turf of the Oval and chat to some Redlegs players.
Tour the Western Stand, the NFC photo gallery, the Hall of Fame steps and one of the changerooms.
Head into the viewing area to watch the Redlegs players training and enjoy a snack and a drink.
Each child will be presented with a small footy as a memento of their visit to the Norwood Oval.
Contact the KRA Secretary by email contact@kra.org.au for more information.
12 May: Mothers Day working bee
Since 2010 the residents of Kensington have been working together to replenish the biodiversity and beauty of Borthwick Park.
This lovely green space bounded by Thornton Street, Richmond Street, Bridge Street and Second Creek is the focus of a community-led project supported by the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters and Green Adelaide.
? Borthwick Park working bees are held on the 2nd Sunday of every month 9-11am. Come along on Sunday 12th May and see what we get up to. It’s Mothers Day so we’ll be mothering our young plants, tucking them into comfy beds of mulch and giving the place a good tidy up!!
? Volunteering locally is a great way to meet new people in your neighbourhood. Bring the kids. Invite a friend or neighbour to volunteer with you. Jobs for all ages and capabilities. No prior gardening experience necessary. All training and tools are provided.
? Wear enclosed footwear and clothing to suit the weather. Bring your KRA volunteer vest if you have one or we’ll issue you with on on the day.
? Call John for more details on 0422 909 710.
? If you can’t manage the physical work, you are still most welcome to join us for morning tea from 11am. Free tea, coffee, and a delicious spread of morning tea treats on offer. We’d love to see you.