The April 2026 edition of the Blackburn Area News and Reports (BANAR) is now available at blackburnhamlet.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Banar_2026_04.pdf. Check out updates on recent and upcoming BCA events and activities! Paper copies of the BANAR are being delivered and extra copies are usually available at the Metro,
Published in the BANAR June 2026 by Lynn Lefevre Have you ever thought about watering your garden with rain barrels? I tried using one 20 years ago, but found that it was slow and awkward to use. Two years ago, I decided to try again.
In February of this year, the BCA invited local youth ages 8 to 17 to write an original poem inspired by winter. Thank you and congratulations to everyone who participated. We received 15 original entries from some seriously creative kids, which included a nice mix
Discovery Café – Healing Crystals: Fact or Myth? Inside the World of Dynamic Materials Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 7:00 PM at the Blackburn Community Hall, 190 Glen Park Drive When most people hear the term “healing crystals,” they think of folklore or wellness trends. But
Kids Bingo Ages 7 – 17, Friday, April 3rd from 6:30pm to 8pm at the Blackburn Community Hall (190 Glen Park Drive). Bring your kids to the Community Hall for Kids bingo! There will be prizes for all the winners. Kids 10 and under must
On June 27, 2026 the Blackburn Hamlet Community Association has scheduled a First Aid Course. In accordance with Canada Red Cross regulations a minimum number of 13 candidates is required. The course is a CPR Level C & AED (Adult, Child & Infant), 6hr course.