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KERR VILLAGE
JUNE NEWSLETTER


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Happy June, everyone!

Welcome to Kerr Village BIA's June Newsletter! Anything you'd like to see included in our newsletter? Contact us at info@kerr-village.ca with your ideas with the subject line: Newsletter.

In Kerr Village for the day? Tag us and share your photos with us on social media for a chance to be featured on our page! Keep an eye on our social media and your favourite local businesses for up-to-date news on upcoming events and more!


As part of our Urban Mobility and Transportation Strategy, the Town of Oakville is conducting a parking study to help determine the current and future needs of parking within our community. We'd like your input.
As a thank you for completing our survey, you will receive $5 towards the next time you park in Oakville using HonkMobile.

TAKE THE SURVEY
 
Support local this Father's Day!
Father's Day is coming up fast!

Looking for the perfect present?

Check out your favourite Kerr Village shops for amazing gifts 💝

THE MONTH OF JUNE

June Calendar

It is the month of June,
The month of leaves and roses,
When pleasant sights salute the eyes,
And pleasant scents the noses.
–N. P. Willis (1807-67)


June 5 is World Environment Day—a day meant to raise environmental awareness across the globe.
June 19 is Juneteenth (also known as Freedom Day or Emancipation Day). 
June 19 is also Father’s Day this year.
June 21 is the summer solstice, which heralds the start of summer in the Northern Hemisphere. 
June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day (Canada). 
June 24 brings Midsummer Day, traditionally the midpoint of the growing season, halfway between planting and harvesting. 

“Just for Fun” Days
Here are more fun things to celebrate this June:

June 1: Say Something Nice Day
June 3: Chimborazo Day
June 6: National Yo-Yo Day
June 8: Upsy Daisy Day
June 21: Go Skateboarding Day
June 30: Asteroid Day
June is Pride Month! 
Happy Pride Month, Kerr Village!

Stay tuned at Oakville.ca for upcoming Pride celebrations!
Check this out!
EV Charging Station is now operational in Public Parking Lot 12.
Located between Washington & Florence.
Information on Halton Waste Collection in the Kerr Village BIA
Victoria Day Holiday Monday, May 23rd, Halton Waste Collection is one day later, on Wednesday.

Project Down Kerr Street - Enbridge

Enbridge is adding a new gas main to both sides of Kerr Street from Speers Road to Cowan/Washington Ave. Enbridge Gas has distributed the attached notice to both the property owners and to the businesses affected by the construction project.

FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK HERE

The West River Residents Association Picnic

The West River Residents Association represents 1400 families in the area just east of Kerr Village.  Our boundaries include South from Shepherd Road, East from Kerr Street, North from Rebecca St. and west of Sixteen Mile Creek. Our mission is to advocate and protect residents’ community interests, keep residents informed, and organize neighbourhood social activities throughout the year.  We keep regular communications with our residents once a week about community news, outreach, concerns, and events. For more information, you can visit the website at www.wrra-oakville.ca.

Local Arts and Entertainment
Check out these amazing local venues below with fun and entertainment for the entire family! 
 
Film.ca      
https://film.ca/#block_comingSoon
 
Moonshine Cafe  
http://www.themoonshinecafe.com/
 
Rumi Gallery 
https://rumigalleries.com/
 
OFFA  
https://offa.ca/offa-2021/
 
Oakville Centre for performing arts   https://www.oakvillecentre.ca/

Culture and Recreation 
https://www.oakville.ca/culturerec/registration-information.html

Community Spirit Awards 
https://www.oakville.ca/residents/community-spirit-awards.html
Kerrfest & Kerrfest Kids coming this September 9,10,11.
Let us know if you would like to participate! All info will be placed on the Kerrfest website
  • Food Vendor
  • Market Vendor
  • Offer a Special to the public for Kerrfest week!
  • Service Clubs who would like to have a table at the event and also provide staff support.
Let us know how you would like to participate! Contact us: info@kerr-village.ca
Support Local!

Check out your favourite local Kerr Village shops and restaurants! 

We want to thank everyone for their amazing support of the community. We encourage everyone to shop local and to be safe while doing so! Together we can keep our friends, family and local businesses safe during this pandemic.

Want to find more local businesses? Check out kerr-village.ca Business Directory for the list of businesses and check us out on social media! Kerr Village reposts local businesses daily in our Instagram stories and we post on our main feeds with local business updates daily.

Help support your favourite local businesses by following them on social media for up-to-date information. Following, liking and commenting on their posts is a FREE way to help support local and really helps out businesses. From award-winning restaurants to bakeries, coffee shops and specialty retail shops - we love our Kerr Village Community!

Here are some ways you help your favourite local business:

* Buy gift cards from a local business
* Shop at local shops & restaurants
* Visit their websites & order online
* Order delivery or takeout & leave a review
* Tell your friends & family
* Follow, comment & like their social media
* Shop Local. Eat Local. #SupportLocal
See you in Kerr Village!

Hate Has No Place Here signs available for free download

Local Hate Has No Place Here signs are now available for free download.
 
Created by local artist Wry and Ginger Studio and endorsed by the Interfaith Council of Halton, the signs encourage inclusivity in our community.
Learn more and download
Hosting an event in Kerr Village? 
Are you a Kerr Village business and are hosting a virtual event? Let us know and we can share your event on our social media pages!
Visiting Oakville or looking for more to do?
Visit the following links for more information about exploring and experiencing Oakville:
Information from: Oakville.ca
Current COVID-19 Information

Keep up-to-date with all current local COVID-19 news at the
Town of Oakville's website.

Vaccine program

Halton Region's COVID-19 Vaccine page includes information for residents on Halton’s COVID-19 Vaccine Program, including who is currently eligible, clinic information, how to book an appointment and resources to help you make an informed decision about COVID-19 vaccination.

About Kerr Village

Kerr Village is home to over 350+ businesses! It is a vibrant community with a unique character nestled in the heart of Oakville, just outside of the calming waters of Lake Ontario. Kerr Village has a welcoming, eclectic, and trendy vibe that merges small-town hospitality with urban revitalization. Home to a wide array of unique shops, restaurants, services, and community events; Kerr Village has something for everyone. Come find yourself in Kerr Village!

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