Community Event

Monday, October 20, 2025 at 7 p.m.

what

The Playwrights Project

where

Kensington Community Church, Lander Hall

details

Join us to learn about Playwrights Project, a local nonprofit that teaches playwriting in schools, community centers, jails and prisons to inspire individual growth and community connection. Executive Director Cecelia Kouma and an alumni of the program will share writing from a variety of settings and invite conversation about creating safe spaces for sharing creativity […]

Community Event

Tuesday, August 5 at 5–7 p.m.

what

National Night Out

where

Kensington Library Park

details

National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie. Bring your family and friends for a night of free ice cream provided by the Kensington Talmadge Community Association and live music by Stan Sewitch and the Blue Hooz Band. The Kensington Normal Heights Library will be there as well […]

Community Event

Friday, July 4, 2025 at 11 a.m.

what

Fourth of July Parade

where

Talmadge Traffic Circle (4900 Adams Ave)

details

Join your neighbors at the Talmadge Fourth of July Parade on Friday, July 4th at 11:00 a.m. at the Talmadge Traffic Circle (4900 Adams Ave). This annual summertime celebration brings the Talmadge community together to commemorate our nation’s independence with festive family-friendly fun! It all begins at 11:00 a.m. at the Talmadge Traffic Circle where […]

Community Event

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 7 p.m.

what

A Feast of Words with Richard Lederer

where

Kensington Community Church, Lander Hall

details

Best-selling language author and U-T language columnist Richard Lederer will serve up a veritable banquet of words, from a brief history of English to rib-tickling bloopers and puns. He is a founding co-host of “A Way with Words,” broadcast on KPBS. Dr. Lederer is the author of 65 books about language, history and humor. Be […]

Community Event

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 11 a.m.–2 p.m.

what

4th Annual Earth Day

where

Kensington-Normal Heights Library Park

details

Thanks to all for another wonderful Earth Day Community Celebration! On April 12th, nearly 400 community members enjoyed a fun day celebrating our planet and learning how to “Help our Changing Climate.”  Special thanks to our amazing Exhibitors, Partners, Sponsors and Volunteers! KTCA looks forward to seeing you all again next year for our 5th anniversary Earth […]

Community Dinner

Monday, March 10 at 6:30 p.m.

RSVP by Wednesday, March 5

speaker

ShotGun Tom Kelly

where

Kensington Community Church

dinner

Cupid's Catering

Community Event

Monday, January 20, 2025 at 7 p.m.

what

What’s Up Kensington/Talmadge 2025

where

Kensington Community Church

details

Hear what’s going on in our vibrant community. Updates from Ken-Tal Planning, KNH Library, Franklin School, Neighborhood Watch, SD Police Liaison Officer, Adams Avenue Business Association, Kensington Fire Safe, Kensington Talmadge Business Association, Neighbors for a Better San Diego and Historic Kensington. Call or text (619) 252-5267 or (619) 876-1878 with your full name and number […]

News

Kensington Fire Safe Presentaton

The Montezuma Fire: What Happened and What’s Next?

On November 21, nearly 300 residents gathered at Hoover High School for a program to learn more about the Montezuma fire and how to prepare for future wildfires. The event was organized by Kensington Fire Safe and Alvarado Estates Fire Safe Council and co-sponsored by the Kensington Talmadge Community Association. Residents gave firefighters a long standing ovation for their success in fighting the Montezuma Fire.

Missed the meeting? Videos of the entire presentation are available here.

Community Event

Sunday, December 15, 2024 at 3–8 p.m.

what

KTBA 10th Annual Holiday Lights Bike Ride

where

Terrace Drive Mini park

details

The Holiday Lights Bike Ride is back for it’s 10th year! We can’t wait to light up the community with you on Sunday, December 15th. Learn more and get tickets here: https://kentalbiz.org/event/10th-annual-holiday-lights-bike-ride/

Community Event

Friday, November 29, 2024 at 5:00 P.M.

what

Holiday Tree Lighting 2024

where

Kensington Park

details

Once again, the Kensington Talmadge Community Association invites you to join us for the annual tree lighting in Kensington Park. The tree will be lit at approximately 5:00 P.M. on Friday, November 29th. Complimentary refreshments will be provided to launch the holiday season at 4:30 P.M. We will serve hot chocolate; compliments of Ponce’s and […]