KWO Events
Greg Bousquet Annual Holiday Wish Drive
It is the time of year when we remember Gregory Bousquet and his care of others through the Annual Holiday Wish Drive. The holiday spirit comes to life in all of us as we deliver gifts to members of our community, children and adults alike, who find themselves in need this holiday season - as well as send care packages to our service men and women overseas...
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Christmas Lights Spectacular (December 2011)
The Gorski family of Killingworth once again illuminated Wolf Hollow Lane with their spectacular display of lights and Christmas
decorations. The yard and wonderland opened to everyone so the magic could be experienced up close. The donations collected will benefit local
Toys for Tots and local charities such as the Killingworth Volunteer Fire Service, Killingworth Equestrian Therapeutic Riding Program, providing fuel to seniors and families
in need in town and others. Thanks everyone so much for your generousity and help in making this year's event another success!
Halloween Happenings (October 2011)
With a new year and a new venue- Parmelee Farms!-Killingworth was taken over by sweets, pumpkins and games! The annual
community-wide Halloween festival for children and
adults alike included hayrides, games, candy, contests
and our infamous "fortune
teller". Eating donuts off a string with no hands and making "dirt
pies" with whipped cream, pudding and gummy worms were there too! Cathy Iino judged costumes and pumpkin carvings! Please see KillingworthToday.com for photos and click
here to see more fun!
Eddy Shelter of Middletown - "Adopt-a-Room" (September 2011)
Many Killingworth residents don't know that many families in our town need to use a homeless shelter at one time or another. The Eddy Shelter in Middletown is where our residents can go. So we "adopt" rooms each year and refurnish, redecorate and revamp them to give people a more comfortable atmosphere to stay in during hard times.
See photos here...
Wine Tasting Fundraiser (April 2011)
On April 30th, the KWO and the
Killingworth Lions sponsored their second very successful wine, champagne and beer tasting event to
benefit the
Killingworth Library's children's programs which were still in jeopardy due to a grant loss. It was held
at the Library itself, where over 175 guests ate, sipped, talked and just plain enjoyed. Look for us next year!
See photos here...
Parent/Child Dance (February 2011)
When the topic arose about lack of opportunities for parents and
children to have a fun night out together, the idea of a parent/child
dance took root. The elementary school was decked out and food and
drinks were on hand. A DJ and a dance instructor allowed parents and
children of all ages to be lead through the steps of popular dances and
spend time together in a safe, upbeat environment.
See photos here...
Relay for Life
The idea of fighting cancer speaks for itself. Our primary missions for the event are to raise as much money as possible for the cause,
(click here for the Relay for Life home page) and to come together as a group. The H-K Relay team has continuously been one of the top fundraisers in the state. We are proud of our accomplishment and are honored to be a part of such a momentous event.
See photos here...
Scholarship (Annual)
Each year, a dollar amount ranging from $250 to $1000 is set aside to give a worthy community-minded Killingworth woman (or women) a scholarship as she graduates from H-K High School and heads towards higher education. Criteria include community service, letters of recommendation and an essay topic that we choose each year. The 2012 deadline for receipt of applications is March 30th. See your H-K Guidance Counselor for forms! Last year we had the pleasure of donating $750 to Emily Berman whose volunteer spirit will continue to grow and help her local community succeed, wherever she may be.
The 2012 Scholarship form will be available by Jan, 1 - Check back!