The South Hill Community Association (SHCA) spent May 25 revitalizing the Kinette Peter Pan Park, located at the corner of Tapley and Coteau Street West.
A dedicated team of volunteers gathered for a work bee, scraping old paint off playground structures, swings and picnic tables before giving them a fresh coat of vibrant colours. One volunteer, Dave Stevenson, took the opportunity to refresh the park's iconic sign, ensuring it remains welcoming and inviting for all visitors.
Kinette Peter Pan Park is a beautiful pocket park filled with majestic old shade trees and fully fenced, providing a safe and serene environment for families. For decades, it has been a beloved spot where children, daycares and families gather to play, picnic and create lasting memories.
This community effort is part of the association's ongoing commitment to enhancing the quality of life in the South Hill neighbourhood. The refreshed playground and picnic areas are just in time for the upcoming annual “South of the Bridge Day,” on Saturday, June 8, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
South of the Bridge Day is a free annual event held in Kinette Peter Pan Park to bring the community together with various activities for all ages.
Highlights include a scavenger hunt, free trolley rides, games, and prizes. The Friendly Optimist Club will be selling hot dogs, while Kona Ice will be selling its great frozen treats. It's a perfect opportunity for families and friends to enjoy a day out in the newly revitalized park.
The South Hill Community Association expresses gratitude to the City of Moose Jaw’s parks and recreation department for supplying the paint and supporting their endeavours.
Besides refreshing the park with paint, the association is adding two new picnic tables and a new bench to improve the park's amenities. These should be installed before the South of the Bridge Day event.
The South Hill Community Association is a volunteer-driven organization dedicated to making South Hill a vibrant and attractive place to live. Its efforts include biannual park cleanups, fundraising for local projects such as the beautiful mural at Fourth Avenue and Coteau Street, ice rinks and donations to playgrounds and the Wakamow Valley Festival of Lights.
The association’s mission is to foster a strong, connected community through service and engagement.
"Working to refresh the playground alongside our South Hill volunteers was a great way to spend a Saturday," said Crystal Froese with the South Hill Community Association.
"We want to thank the Riverview Collegiate Alumni, Jan and John Cooper, and the Kinettes of Moose Jaw for their donations to help us refresh the park. We look forward to welcoming everyone from all over the city to showcase the newly refreshed park at the upcoming South of the Bridge Day."
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