Parks & Recreation
Summer 2021
REC CONNECT
When the sun is shining I can do anything; no mountain is too high, no trouble too difficult to overcome. – Wilma Rudolph
SUMMER FUN IS BACK Did you hear the exciting news? Irvington Sports Jam is back and better than ever! There will be 9 weeks of fun-filled sports camps, taking place at the Irvington Community Center beginning June 14. We are also pleased to announce extended care options for campers who want to stay later! Space is limited, so register today! Looking for the Summer Recreation Guide? We've gone digital! Check it out online and browse all of the programs offered for Summer 2021. Registration for the Summer Classes and Camps is now open.
PICNIC RENTALS All City of Fremont picnic tables, picnic areas, and barbecues are now open for drop-in use. Please note that picnic tables are not sanitized and should be used at your own discretion. Applications for Picnic Area Reservations are currently being accepted. For more details visit www.Fremont.gov/Picnics,
contact
Central
email or call (510) 790-5541.
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HOP AND SCOOT AROUND FREMONT Fremont is expanding it's shared micro-mobility program, operated through a partnership with HOPR, to include e-scooters and e-bikes. Electric scooters will launch at the beginning of the summer with electric-assist bikes to follow at the end of the summer. HOPR bikes and scooters can be found throughout the City and are great for short-trips and for getting to and from transit. Users can pay per ride or purchase a monthly pass. For more information, visit: www.gohopr.com/eastbay/ Click here to learn more about the City of Fremont's Public Works' Transportation Division
READY TO CELEBRATE? City of Fremont facilities are currently open for rentals, following the latest Alameda County Public Health Department’s COVID-19 safety guidance. To start the reservation process, fill out the Facility Interest Form to be contacted by a staff member for further information. Reservations are first come, first serve once a full application and payment are submitted.
SUMMER FUN FACTS Did you know summer time is known for many interesting things? The first modern Olympic Games were held in the summer in 1896 in Athens, Greece. June is Pride Month to celebrate the LGBTQ community. July is Parks and Recreation month! A great month to be outdoors and more healthy and active with your family! June 19 is Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day or Emancipation Day. June 20 is Father’s Day this year. Don't forget about Dad! In 1984, President Ronald Reagan designated July as National Ice Cream Month. We celebrate Independence Day on the Fourth of July every year.
Sun is shining. Weather is sweet. Make you wanna move your dancing feet. - Bob Marley
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On August 3, we celebrate this ancient berry in a feast of juicy deliciousness — otherwise known as National Watermelon Day.
Park Spotlight Located at 41885 Blacow Rd, Irvington Community Park
has
many
great
recreational
activity
opportunities available. Complete with a reservable full-synthetic turf sports field, park users will find a playground, basketball court, and 6 picnic tables for gatherings. This site is also home to the Irvington Community Center which hosts indoor sporting activities
such
as
basketball,
volleyball,
and
badminton.
Active Fremont WALK, BIKE, HIKE Join our new upcoming health and wellness campaign - Active Fremont: Walk, Bike, Hike, in partnership with Washington Hospital, East Bay Regional Parks District; and the City of Fremont's Community Services Department and
Transportation
Division.
As
COVID
restrictions change beginning June 15, 2021 and more people get vaccinated, embracing a healthier
Alameda County Reaches Milestone: Over 75% of Residents Vaccinated Our message is loud and clear. Get vaccinated if you haven’t already. Get your second shot if you have a two-dose regimen and have only had your first. The vaccine is free and available to all Alameda County residents age 12+ who want it, either from health care providers, local pharmacies, or locations run by the county or its non-profit partners. -Wilma Chan
this
summer
is
more
important than ever. What better way to stay fit then to seek Fremont's beautiful outdoors to walk, bike, and hike in your local community! Follow us on social media at #ActiveFremont from June 9 through September 6 as we share weekly health tips; recipes; walking, bicycling and hiking routes in Fremont; and/or events to keep you motivated. Stay tuned for fun prize drawings and giveaways.
One of our strategic
objectives is to help families and youth be active this summer and be ready to walk or bike to school in the fall. So, whether you are 8 or 80, Active Fremont: Walk, Bike, Hike welcomes everyone!
Alameda County Supervisor and Board of Supervisors Health Committee Chair For more information, visit the Alameda County Public Health Department website.
HELP KEEP OUR COMMUNITY SAFE
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lifestyle
CRAFTY C
RNER Summer Sailboat SUPPLIES NEEDED
Pool Noodle
Scissors
Wooden Skewer
Wire Cutters
Construction Paper
Tape
1. Cut your pool noodle into two-inch slices.
Time for fun! :
2. Cut a square piece of construction paper diagonally in half to make two
Make multiple boats and you'll have a fleet ready to race!
triangles. These are your sails. 3. Cover your sails with tape on both sides to make them water resistant. 4. Poke two holes in your sail with the pointed end of a wooden skewer. When you’re done, trim the sharp end off the skewer for safety. Thread the wooden skewer through the sail and into the pool noodle slice.
Try using your reusable boat in the pool, bath tub or even a lake!
Won't you come adventuring with us? Alameda County Library is inviting people of all ages and abilities to come along for our 2021 Summer Adventure! From June 15 to August 15, take part in this year’s theme - A World of Stories. We believe that we can all relate to each other because we live in a world of stories. We have our own stories that can be expressed through storytelling, and we can learn about others by reading, listening, and connecting through stories told by someone else. By sharing stories, we can achieve a deeper understanding of the world we all live in. Adventure Guide booklets will be available at our AC Library Locations starting June 15 and will include plenty of activities for all to enjoy. We’ll have book gifts and prizes, too! Summer Adventure is the reimagined Summer Reading Game.
NOW HIRING Summer 2021!
We are looking for motivated applicants seeking an exciting summer job! Applicants will gain valuable experience, develop critical skills, and create lasting friendships! Services Team and apply today! For more information, call (510) 494-4327 or email RecJobs@fremont.gov www.Fremont.gov/RecJobs
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- Charles Bowden