Kiernan Williams

Kiernan Williams is on the cusp of joining an elite group. The 17 year old Rio Americano High School student has been working diligently on his Eagle Scout project. If approved, he will earn an honor bestowed on only about 6% of Scouts.

Kiernan has been a Boy Scouts of America (BSA) member for more than a decade and is currently in BSA Troop 53 in Sacramento. He joined BSA in 2012 because he wanted to make friends, have fun in the great outdoors, and learn new things. Kiernan’s also on the National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) staff, a training group that helps younger scouts gain leadership skills. He enjoys serving as a role model to others and helping them find their way through the program. “I love working with the younger scouts in my troop,” he says. “I am also told that I am outgoing, which probably helps my fellow scouts feel welcome.” Kiernan and his fellow scouts participate in many activities throughout the year. They’ve been involved in Sacramento Stand Down and countless flag ceremonies; they’ve also participated in food drives and Christmas tree pickup services for the Arden Park community. One of Kiernan’s most memorable and impactful moments spent in scouts was when he and his troop went to San Francisco to help feed the homeless at a soup kitchen. “It was truly an incredible trip because it made me feel good serving them and helping them out,” he shares.

In his 11 years as a scout, Kiernan has gained invaluable skills, including leadership guidance and public speaking acumen, as well as how to interact and work with others in a productive way. But for Kiernan, the best part of being a scout is more than the skills he's learned. “I like the community,” he says. “It really feels good to be with a bunch of like-minded people who are all very kind and have good leadership skills.” For those who might be on the fence about joining a troop, Kiernan advises them to jump into the program. “It’s fun—you learn lots of

by Alexandra Hruz

Local Sitters

Ashlynn: (916) 284-6275

Babysitting, pet sitting/walking, plant watering, house sitting (American Red Cross lifeguard/ CPR/First aid certified).

Ava: 916-508-8240

House and pet sitting (can do all types of animals) and can transport kids to and from camps.

Bailey: 916-806-6717

Babysitting (CPR certified)

Caitie: (916) 747-1376

Babysitting, pet sitting/walking, house sitting (previously a lifeguard and swim instructor, so is available to spend time in the water with kids).

Charlie: 916-849-8847 valuable leadership skills, how to speak in public, teamwork and communication, and so much more,” he says. “You definitely won’t regret it.”

Babysitting, pet sitting/walking, plant watering, house sitting.

Kiernan is working hard and is focused on finishing his Eagle Scout project, which he aims to have completed by June. For the project, he’s building two redwood benches for the garden at California Montessori Project–Capitol Campus. Kiernan was a student at this school for years, and he says that CMP is still very important to him. After wrapping up this project, Kiernan plans on staying active as an Order of the Arrow member (a Scout honor society where members are voted in by their peers). He also might join Crew Scouts, a group that focuses on highadventure activities, first-aid training, and leadership.

After more than a decade of fun and service to others in Scouts, Kiernan is on the verge of being an elite member of the BSA community—quite an achievement for this hardworking teen.

Lucie: 916-472-4085

Babysitting, pet sitting/walking, plant watering, house sitting (overnight stays ok, Red Cross Certified).

Lydia: 916-956-4263

Babysitting and/or part-time nanny (available mid-June – August).

Madeleine: 279-222-0290

Babysitting, at-home swimming lessons (CPR, lifeguard and swim instructor certified).

Madison: 916-425-3304

Mothers-helper work, organizing, dog walking.

McKenna: 916-798-6001 Dog walking.

Mia J.: 916-755-1208

Babysitting, pet sitting/walking, plant watering, house sitting.

Charlotte: 916-832-6320

Babysitting, plant watering, house sitting.

Drew: 916-990-1483

Pet sitting/walking.

Evelyn: 916-832-6320

Babysitting, pet sitting/walking, plant watering, house sitting.

Henry: 916-931-8374

Pet sitting/walking.

Izzie: 916-296-7962

House sitting, plant watering, or pet sitting/walking.

Josie: 916-621-9124

Babysitting (First-Aid and CPR certified).

Kaylin: 916-716-1498

Babysitting, plant watering, pet sitting/walking (not available for overnight).

Lauren: 916-820-2084

Babysitting, pet sitting/walking, plant watering, house sitting (not available for overnight).

Lola: 916-396-9410

Babysitting, pet sitting/walking, plant watering, house sitting.

Mia N.: 916-804-0125

Babysitting, pet sitting/walking, plant watering, house sitting (CPR & First Aid certified).

Mya: 916-621-8585

Babysitting, pet sitting/walking, plant watering, house sitting.

Nicole: 916-698-4058

Babysitting and pet sitting/walking.

Olivia: 415-860-0473

Babysitting, pet sitting/walking, plant watering, house sitting.

Reese: 415-314-6595

Pet sitting/walking, house sitting.

Sienna: 916-202-0780

Lifeguard for private events/parties (CPR and lifeguard certified)

Sydney: 916-425-3304

Babysitting, pet sitting, house sitting, running errands, picking up kids (CPR and first aid certified and available for overnight).

Arden Park Easter Eggstravaganza

The Arden Park community has many traditions, but one that has continued to bring smiles to children throughout the neighborhood and beyond is the annual Easter event at Arden Park. This year, the Easter Eggstravaganza event was hosted by Arden Park Recreation, and sponsored by our ad partner, The Gray Group Real Estate. Families were given the chance to mingle while eating a delicious pancake breakfast and taking pictures with the Easter Bunny. Kids were then given the chance to hunt in the park for Easter eggs, filling their Easter baskets with special treats! This is one of the many events Arden Park has to offer that makes this community so special. We are grateful to Darcie Maeesomy of Arden Park Rec., and the dynamic team at The Gray Group Real Estate, for putting on such a special event.