JULY EVENTS

Join in the fun with a variety of events for youth and families brought to you by the Greater Vallejo Recreation District (GVRD). GVRD offices are now open Saturdays and are temporarily relocated at the Cunningham Aquatic Complex (801 Heartwood Ave). To pre-register for events or for more information on programs, events, classes and activities visit their website at www.gvrd.org, call (707) 648-4600, or email recreation@gvrd.org.

ANGELS WITH HEARTS STORY & ACTIVITY TIME

Every Friday through September 29

Friday, July 28 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Children’s Wonderland Park (Parking Lot)

360 Glenn Street

FREE Entry! Discover your next great read at Children’s Wonderland! Enjoy your day with story time, arts & crafts, snack time, games, and more. To learn more check out their Facebook page at facebook.com/Angelswithhearts

DIVE-IN MOVIE NIGHTS @ CUNNINGHAM!

Saturday, August 26, 2023 - Minions (run time: 91 mins)

Saturday, September 23, 2023 - The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie (run time: 88 mins)

July & August:

Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Movie begins at 7:45 p.m.

September:

Doors open at 6:45 p.m. Movie begins at 7:15 p.m.

Cunningham Aquatic Complex 801 Heartwood Avenue

Bands And Brews 2023

Friday, August 4, 2023 - Mitch Woods & His Rockin’ 88’s 6:30p.m. – 8:00p.m.

Blue Rock Springs Park

650 Columbus Parkway

FREE lawn seating and FREE parking, beer and food available for purchase, reserved seating available for purchase ($140 to purchase a reserved season table/ Chamber of Commerce Member Price is $110)

More info at www.gvrd.org or email jmyers@gvrd.org

Cost: $5.00 pre -registration

$7.00 register at the door

The Aquatics Department introduces their first ever Dive-In Movies! Participants will be able to swim while watching a movie. Two pools are available: the Olympic size pool and the toddler pool. No swimming experience needed. Lifeguards will be on deck. Concessions will be available for purchase.

To register go to www.gvrd.org. For more info call (707) 648-4663 or email rallen@gvrd.org

Ability Days

Monday, August 21, 2023 - Pizza and Talent Day!

Monday, October 23, 2023 - Spooky Dance Party!

11:00a.m. – 1:00p.m.

Children’s Wonderland Park (Parking Lot)

360 Glenn Street

Cost: $5.00 per participant. Pre-Registration is required.

Join GVRD for a day of music, fun and snacks at the park. Ability Day sessions are designed for individuals of all abilities who are looking for a safe and fun environment to socialize, build, and create. To pre-register or for more information visit www.gvrd.org, call (707) 648-4600, or email recreation@gvrd.org.

Summer Fun Days

Every Wednesday through August 19

Children’s Wonderland Park- 360 Glenn Street

Cost: Residents: FREE/ Non-Residents: $4.00

Join GVRD each Wednesday for activities, art projects, and science experiments!

STORYTIME AT CHILDREN'S WONDERLAND

Every Thursday through October

Thursday, July 27, 2023

11 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.

Children’s Wonderland Park- 360 Glenn Street

This is a FREE event.

Join GVRD and friends from the Solano County Library for storytime!

PARKS N’ REX DAY!

Saturday, July 29, 2023

Session 1: 10:00a.m. Session 2: 12:00p.m.

Childrens Wonderland Park - 360 Glenn Street

This is a FREE event.

Pre-Registration is required. Ages 5-13

What better way to celebrate Parks Make Life

Better month than with Parker T. Rex! Parks N' Rex day is back and serving the community of Vallejo with another dino-packed free event!

Dino Hunt, jumper, reptiles, face painting, music, meet Parker, and more. Concessions available for a nominal fee. Fun for the entire family!

Children’s Wonderland Park will be closed to the general public on this date for the event. To preregister or for more information visit www.gvrd. org, call (707) 648-4600, or email recreation@ gvrd.org.

Flavortown Tuesdays

Second and fourth Tuesdays through September 4:00p.m. – 7:00p.m.

Children’s Wonderland Park - 360 Glenn Street

FREE entry to the park.

Food and drink costs vary by vendor.

Bring your family, friends, or come solo to Flavor

Town Tuesdays at Children's Wonderland! This is a free community event for the entire family. Food Trucks, Outdoor Games, Live music and so much more!

3rd Annual A.C.E.s Awareness Community Resource Fair

Join Watch Me Grow, Inc for its 3rd Annual A.C.E.s (Adverse Childhood Experiences) Awareness Community Resource Fair in partnership with The Hill-Vallejo. Watch Me Grow, Inc is on a mission to strengthen the child, family, and community by partnering with organizations across the Bay Area to build a bridge between the resources and those in need.

WHEN:

Saturday, August 12, 2023 11:00a.m.-3:00p.m.

WHERE: Vallejo City Park

425 Alabama Street

Vallejo, CA 94590

WHAT: Resources, Backpack Giveaway, Food, Jumpers, Games, Raffles, Live DJ, Love

All organizations and businesses are invited to set up a booth. To register, fill out the form linked below: https://forms.gle/sE3wJftqErZyrSJW9

Teen Paint Along Thursdays at JFK Library

Teens, join us at JFK Library for Paint Along Thursdays! Come paint on Thursdays at 5:00 p.m. in August and create your own masterpieces. Each week will have its own theme!

WHEN:

August 3 at 5:00 p.m. – Jellyfish

August 10 at 5:00 p.m. – Like Stained Glass

August 17 at 5:00 p.m. – Outer Space

August 24 at 5:00 p.m. – City Scape

WHERE:

JFK Library

505 Santa Clara St. Vallejo, CA 94590

The City Of Vallejo Broadband Service Vallejonet Is Now Vip Fiber

The City of Vallejo is excited to announce that its municipal broadband service, formerly known as "VallejoNet," has been rebranded as "VIP Fiber."

This rebranding initiative is part of the City›s ongoing efforts to position Vallejo as a hub for technological innovation and to reflect its commitment to providing high-quality, reliable internet service to its residents and businesses. With VIP Fiber, Vallejo will continue providing customers with the same fast and affordable internet service they have known and loved, backed by great local customer support and technical expertise.

The new name, VIP Fiber, better reflects the premium level of service and cutting-edge fiber optic technology that Vallejo›s community can expect from this broadband service. Additionally, please sign up for a service quote today and get added to the alerts and updates for when VIP Fiber service is available in your area of Vallejo.

Customers who are Onnet and currently serviceable by the existing fiber network can expect to see up to a 30% saving on their services compared to their current provider. Customers that are Offnet and not currently serviceable will soon be able to access VIP Fiber›s fast and reliable internet service as the City continues its investment in expanding the fiber optic network. Offnet customers who are on our pre-registration list will be notified as soon as VIP Fiber service is available in their area and receive a special introductory offer.

Request a quote today to experience the premium internet service offered by VIP Fiber and join Vallejo in its mission to lead technological advancements in the region while enjoying fast and affordable internet!

Get Ready for National Night Out on August 1st!

Vallejoans, get ready for National Night Out on August 1, 2023 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.! Join Vallejo staff from a variety of departments for the festivities as we build community partnerships and celebrate the spirit of Vallejo.

For more information on National Night Out block party locations open to the public, contact the Vallejo Police Department.

To learn more about the National Night Out Campaign, visit the National Night Out website.