Earth Day Clean-up at Kenny Park

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Published: 21 March 2023 21 March 2023

KNA 2023 Earth Day Clean upJoin the Kenny Environment Committee and the Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board for our annual spring clean-up of our neighborhood streets, Kenny Park and Grass Lake on Saturday, April 22, 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.!

Volunteers are needed! Meet at Kenny Park to pick up free gloves and bags from friendly neighborhood volunteers and then head out to your designated clean-up location. This is a great opportunity for adults, kids and teens alike.

No registration is needed and supplies are available on a first-come, first-served basis so swing by early!

In case of rain, we’ll share event status on social media that morning. Clean-ups are happening across Minneapolis - see the full list here.

Volunteer with the KNA

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Published: 17 February 2023 17 February 2023

There are so many ways to get involved with the Kenny Neighborhood Association!  Please consider volunteering to make Kenny a better place. You’ll strengthen our community, and even make some new friends!

Click here to sign up!

Or email our Neighborhood Coordinator at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call our message line at 612-392-4477 with your contact information and where you'd like to get involved.

The KNA is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and all contributions are tax-deductible! Click here to donate and support our work in the community.

Celebrate Black History Month

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Published: 13 February 2023 13 February 2023
Black History MonthCelebrate Black History Month in Minneapolis with family movie nights, professional events, field trips and more! Please check them out below:
- Minneapolis Park Programs: check out the awesome list of movie nights, events, youth field trips and more at https://www.minneapolisparks.org/activities-events/events/black-history-month/
- City of Minneapolis Programs: find events, awards, wellness events and more at https://www.minneapolismn.gov/things-to-do/events/2023/january/black-history-month/
- ‘I Am My Ancestors Wildest Dreams Expo’: find info on this inaugural event on Feb 25 at https://www.minneapolismn.gov/news/2023/february/expo/

Winter Parking Restrictions

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Published: 27 January 2023 27 January 2023

Winter parking restrictionsWinter parking restrictions started Thursday, Jan 26! Parking is banned on the EVEN numbered side of non-Snow Emergency routes until April 1 or the City lifts the ban.

Parking is allowed on Snow Emergency routes, parkways, and the ODD numbered side of non-Snow Emergency routes, unless otherwise posted.

You can read through all the rules at www.minneapolismn.gov/getting-around/snow/winter-parking-restrictions/ Thanks for keeping our streets passable for emergency vehicles!

Kenny Fire & Ice Skating Party

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Published: 04 January 2023 04 January 2023
Feb 2023 KNA Fire Ice CoverJoin the Kenny Neighborhood Association and Kenny Park for our annual Fire & Ice Family Skating party!  Due to the rain in January, our rescheduled date Friday, February 3, 2023 from 6–7:30pm!
 
Grab your winter gear and bundle up for this annual outdoor neighborhood celebration. Enjoy a night with your family and friends skating at Kenny Park or keep warm with hot chocolate around the bonfire. No registration is required and the event if free for all – just come on down!
 
Volunteers needed: can you help make popcorn or tend the fire for part of the event while you chat with neighbors? We'd love to have your assistance for an hour (or more if you've got the time)! Sign up to help here.