Thank You

Many thanks to all the volunteers that came on a rainy, rainy day to help us make the playground a reality! We couldn't have done it without you!

There is still opportunity for those who would like to contribute financially to the playground! We are close but are still looking for funds to meet our goal! Thank you!

Build Day Photos

It's Build Day!

Today is the day we have been waiting for, time to build a playground!

To watch the events of the day, check out http://www.ltbk.ca/kids/ and click on the "Watch Kelowna, BC Live" link.

Saturday Schedule

The schedule for Saturday is planned as follows (times will be flexible)

8am-11am - Playground build and other projects
10am - Start of Kids Activities
11am-1pm - Lunch (depending on when volunteer starts)
1pm-2:30pm - Complete projects and the build
2:30pm - Inspection, group photo and ceremony
3:00pm - Playground is officially opened!!

Supplies Needed

We are in need of a few tools for Saturday. If you have or know anyone who has any of the following, please bring them with you on Saturday. We would rather have more than needed than not enough. We will have some tape and a felt pen to label what you bring so we can make sure you get it back.

4' level (2)
Torpedo level (2)
Impact gun (3-4)
Drill - cordless (3-4)
Drill bits - 21/64"(3), 1/4"(1), 1/8"(1)
Wheelbarrow (8)
Rakes (10)
Wrench 9/16" & 3/4" and/or ratchet set (3-4)
6' Ladder (2)
Extension cord(s) - fairly long (2-3)

Things Are Happening!

The ground has been leveled in preparation for the playground.

The equipment will be arriving on Thursday, with some preliminary things being done on Thursday and Friday!!

Extra Volunteer Needs

It has come to our attention that we require some volunteers for a couple days prior to the build day.

We especially need volunteers Thursday/Friday October 15, 16th for prep work and also night patrol to protect the playground pieces. Please call 250-868-3348 if you can assist us!

Playground Dedication

We are dedicating our park/playground in honor of John "Smiley" Nelson who has served as an RCMP in Crime Prevention/Community Policing. He was a frequent visitor to the elementary schools speaking on crime prevention. After working as an RCMP, "Smiley" worked as a city councillor with an emphasis on developing team sports in Kelowna.

As parents our goal is to create a safe place for our children to play and build friendships. We appreciate the work that Mr. Nelson has done and feel that our goals match up nicely with the work that he has done to enhance the lives of kids in our community.

Volunteers Still Needed

We are still in need of Volunteers for our big day. If you are coming out, please register before the build day. It will help us immensely with food preparation as well as our ability to make everything run smoothly.

Fundraising Update!

Our Garage Sale and Bottle drive was a great success. We rose over $1100 dollars towards the playground. Thanks to all those who donated items and to all of those who took time out of their day to help out.

We also received an incredibly generous donation from Club Penguin in the amount of $10,000. They felt that a playground was a great opportunity as they are a completely kid friendly, online playground.

Even with the donation from Club Penguin and all our fundraising efforts, we still need more. Every little bit helps. If you can help or know anyone or any business that may be able to assist please contact one of the Playground Committee members.