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Home My WebLink About091124-05.3AUGUST ACTIVITIES SEPTEMBER MEETING Creating Community throughCreating Community through People, Arts, Parks & ProgramsPeople, Arts, Parks & Programs AUGUST ACTIVITIES SEPTEMBER MEETING THE FOLLOWING ITEMS REFLECT THE MISSION OF PARKS AND RECREATION: Strengthen Community Image and Sense of Place Strengthen Safety and Security Facilitate Community Problem Solving Protect Environmental Resources Provide Recreational Experiences Support Economic Development Promote Health and Wellness Increase Cultural Unity Foster Human Development These items may also reflect how Parks Make Life Better! Parks and Recreation make lives and communities better now and in the future by providing access to nature, outdoor space to play and exercise, free-time fun in positive spaces, and socializing and learning in a gathering place. STRENGTHEN COMMUNITY IMAGE AND SENSE OF PLACE 1 of 5 ATTACHMENT A In an effort to maintain a positive image, daily tasks such as blowing sidewalks, pathways, dugouts, play and BBQ areas, removing litter and cleaning graffiti were conducted at Danville South, Diablo Vista, Hap Magee Ranch, Osage Station, Oak Hill and Sycamore Valley Parks as well as Green Valley, Montair and Vista Grande Elementary Schools and the Town Green. Basketball and tennis courts were blown off weekly at Diablo Vista and Sycamore Valley Parks. Tree pruning was performed to ensure a well-maintained and attractive environment. This included trimming 12 Crape Myrtle trees at Danville South Park, 27 trees at Greenbrook Elementary School, six trees at Vista Grande Elementary School, 32 trees at Osage Station Park and 18 trees at Hap Magee Ranch Park. A total of 48 trees were pruned in the Sycamore Valley Park parking lot while Osage Station Park and John F. Baldwin Elementary School saw the removal of six dead trees to maintain a healthy and visually pleasing landscape. Additionally, the branding room at Hap Magee Ranch Park was cleaned, the door was realigned, and the front porch light was remounted. Two broken fence boards were replaced, and a new latch was installed on the gate of the Magee house. Additionally, the deep cleaning of the brick entry and patio of the Cottage contributed to the upkeep of communal spaces. STRENGTHEN SAFETY & SECURITY Safety is a top priority with bi-weekly playground inspections conducted at all Town-maintained playgrounds. A broken section of the plastic slide at Hap Magee Ranch Park and a swing at Osage Station Park were promptly replaced. Broken glass was cleared from the play area and parking lot at Diablo Vista Park. Drinking fountains and faucets were repaired at Sycamore Valley Park. Irrigation systems were inspected and repaired to prevent potential hazards like waterlogged areas. Furthermore, 28 trees were trimmed for clearance at John F. Baldwin Elementary School and eight willow trees were trimmed at Oak Hill Park to maintain clear and safe pathways. Additional safety measures included shaving a door at the Magee house to prevent sticking and resetting the mechanical light timer for park restrooms after a power outage, ensuring well-lit and safe environments for visitors. PROTECT ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES Efforts to protect environmental resources were evident through careful irrigation management and landscaping practices. Routine irrigation checks and repairs were performed at the Town Green, Danville South, Diablo Vista, Hap Magee Ranch, Oak Hill and Sycamore Valley Parks as well as John F. Baldwin, Greenbrook, Green Valley, Montair and Vista Grande Elementary Schools. Green Valley Elementary School and Hap Magee Ranch Park were aerated and seeded to maintain healthy lawns and turf. Additionally, mulch was added to slopes by fields 5 and 6 as well as the parking lot at Sycamore Valley Park to control erosion and maintain moisture in the soil. A toilet at the Magee house was also repaired to reduce water waste. PROVIDE RECREATIONAL EXPERIENCES 2 of 5 Summer camps hosted by the Town wrapped up on August 2 and a great time was had by all! Little Acorn Camp: Little Acorn is a perfect introduction to camp for the young campers of Danville. Led by experienced and 4 well-trained staff at Hap Magee Ranch Park, 24 weekly campers in Pre-K-1st Grade enjoyed the perfect balance of exciting games, crafts, songs and outdoor play while meeting new friends. Little Acorn participants especially loved Family Fun Fridays when it was time to show off what they made that week and why they loved camp so much. Charlotte Wood Camp and Charlotte Wood Junior: The Town of Danville offered two camps that took place at the Charlotte Wood Teen Center. Charlotte Wood Camp and Charlotte Wood Junior camps were available for campers ages 5-7 and 7-11. Throughout the summer, 8 staff members led 40 weekly campers through themed games and explored all that Osage Station Park has to offer! Diablo Vista Camp and Diablo Vista Junior: The Town of Danville offered two camps out of the Diablo Vista Teen Center. Diablo Vista Camp and Diablo Vista Junior were available for 32 weekly campers ages 5-11. Campers enjoyed group activities led by 6 staff members: themed food crafts, creative time and lots of outdoor time throughout the summer! Oak Hill Park Adventure Camp and Oak Hill Park Adventure Junior Camp: Oak Hill Adventure Day Camp and Oak Hill Adventure Junior Day Camp were located at the Oak Hill Park Community Center. 40 Campers ages 5-7 and 7-9 enjoyed crafts, activities, field trips, talent shows and BBQ Fridays. Additionally, campers learned all about sea animals at Alameda’s Crab Cove, hopped around at Rockin’ Jump, walked around at the Oakland Zoo and enjoyed a fun-filled out-of-world experience at the Chabot Space & Science Center! Play ‘n’ Sports Adventure Camp and Play ‘n’ Sports Adventure Junior Camp: Campers ages 7- 11 and 9-11 experienced 20 different sports in one summer with the Play ‘n’ Sports camps. The little athletes learned to grow and play at the Los Cerros Teen Center/Gymnasium, practicing everything from Badminton to Ultimate Frisbee! When Play ‘n’ Sports were not playing sports, they created crafts, competed in exciting athletic challenges, went on engaging field trips, participated in talent shows and swam on Fridays! This summer, 40 campers learned new sports and outdoor activities! DesTEENation and DesTEENation Junior: Campers ages 9-11 and 11-14 played games and activities, went on two to three big field trips a week and enjoyed both a delicious BBQ and a talent show on Fridays! Over the summer, 48 teen campers supervised by 8 to 10 staff went on a variety of exciting field trips, including: sailing in the San Francisco Bay, paintballing, visiting Alcatraz Island, roller skating, rock climbing and many other exciting and engaging trips! Teen Day Trips: Participants ages 11-14 were able to sign up for weekly Teen Day Trips, joining DesTEENation summer camp on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday field trips! Each trip, six to eight participants came with the camps on visits to a wide array of Bay Area attractions, such as the Oakland Zoo, Alcatraz Island, and Pier 39, as well as local destinations such as Dublin’s ‘The Wave’ and San Ramon’s Golden Skate! Earlier in the month on August 12, the Danville Senior Center hosted a lively Senior Bingo event sponsored by Live Well at Home and Family Matters. 27 participants played 5-6 games of bingo. On August 27, the Senior Center hosted it’s monthly Morning Mingle, offering community members the chance to connect over coffee and pastries. SUPPORT ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Town facilities had 20 indoor rentals for the month of August. These included commercial rentals, family reunions, celebrations of life, birthday parties, anniversary parties and baby showers. These rentals brought approximately 1,300 people through Town facilities. PROMOTE HEALTH & WELLNESS Throughout August 2024, the Danville Senior Center offered various activities to enhance the lives of our senior community and support healthy aging. On August 20, approximately 40 seniors attended the Buzz Session titled, “A Three-Pronged Approach to Aging in Place,” which focused on making thoughtful choices to improve the quality of life in the future. It emphasized the importance of a positive mindset in aiding recovery from illness, reducing the risk of depression and lowering the likelihood of developing dementia. 3 of 5 4 of 5 INCREASE CULTURAL UNITY On August 3, The Town of Danville held its last Music in the Park of the summer to a very packed Town Green. About 1,000 concert goers enjoyed the performances of the Unauthorized Rolling Stones. On August 2, The Village Theatre hosted a Student Film Festival. Complimentary popcorn was served to friends and families of the participants before they got to see their hard work presented on the big screen. Five films were shown at the festival and participants can’t wait to participate again next year! On August 9, all the world was a stage at the Village Theatre as Sparc Theater presented Twelfth Night on the stage. 78 theatre enthusiasts came to opening night and another 88 attended the Saturday performance. Due to a busy month of Town events at the Village Theatre, there was only one theatre rental for the month of August, which was an Indian Dance Recital on August 4. 5 of 5 PROJECT & EVENT UPDATES Art Exhibition: Botanica Open Through September 20 September 6: Teen Night Out September 13: Kids’ Night Out September 14: Senior Variety Show September 20: Teen Night Out September 21: Showcase of Laughter with Steve Hytner, Roman Guzman, & Tramane Webb September 27: Kids’ Night Out