august 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.

DIVE-IN MOVIE NIGHTS @ CUNNINGHAM!

ANGELS WITH HEARTS STORY & ACTIVITY TIME

Every Friday through September 29

August 11, August 18, August 25 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Children’s Wonderland Park

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

MOBILE RECREATION-PARKS N’ REC PARTY!

Saturday, August 12, 2023 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

North Vallejo Community Center

1121 Whitney Avenue

FREE for youth of all ages and abilities

Find GVRD in the community with their new Mobile Recreation Program! Meet GVRD staff in uniform in the parking lot and join them for outdoor games, activities, and fun for the entire family! For special services you can add on the mobile recreation to your next party! Areas are at designated GVRD locations (Centers and park areas only). For more info contact Assistant Coordinator Emely at (707) 980-8002

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

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

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

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 - TALENT DAY!

Monday, August 21, 2023 - Audition Time!

Monday, October 23, 2023 - Spooky Dance Party!

11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Children’s Wonderland Park -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

August 16

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!

Camping Under The Stars

Saturday, August 12, 2023

Sunday, August 13, 2023

6:00 p.m. (Sat)–8:00 a.m. (Sun)

Childrens Wonderland Park - 360 Glenn Street

Cost: $10.00 per person

Join GVRD for Camping Under The Stars! This event is a family event, and each individual will need to register. The event will include dinner, activities, games, and a light breakfast. To learn more, visit GVRD’s civic rec page, call (707) 980-8001 or email jgatmen@gvrd.org.

Flavortown Tuesdays

Second and fourth Tuesdays through September Tuesday, August 22, 2023

4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.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!

Poochella

Saturday, August 19, 2023

10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

City Park- 425 Alabama Street

FREE entry

Join all your furry friends at the 2nd Annual Dog Festival, Poochella! Poochella features animal friendly vendors from all over the Bay Area. Enter the free Every Day Dog Show where your dog can compete for Best Costume, Best Wag, Best Trick, Best Body Part, Best Bark, and Best Dog & Owner Look-a-like. Raffles, K9 demo, rescues, adoptions and much more. Vendor applications (10x10 ft booth space) are open. To purchase a $125 booth space, visit the GVRD website.  Click here to buy.  OR to purchase a $75 booth space and a donation of a raffle item, visit the GVRD website.

STORYTIME AT CHILDREN’S WONDERLAND

Every Thursday through October August 17, August 24, August 31 11:00 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!

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

Join Watch Me Grow, Inc for their 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. The event will feature resources, a backpack giveaway, food, jumpers, games, raffles, a live DJ and love.

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

WHERE: Vallejo City Park

425 Alabama Street Vallejo, CA 94590

Police Townhall Meeting 8/8/23

Vallejo residents packed the townhall meeting to discuss proposed changes to alarm calls for service due to low staffing. Police Chief Jason Ta, Deputy Chief Joseph Gomez and Public Information Officer Sgt. Rashad Hollis carefully listened to the community’s input on the calls and will assess how to handle fake alarms versus verified response to alarm calls. Many community members thanked the Police Department for its hard work and commitment to improving public safety and rallied to “work together” to solve the challenges.