[House] Reminder: eNews from SF Recreation and Parks- February 3, 2021

[SF Recreation and Parks]

Updates, news and events in San Francisco parks  Black History Month in our Parks: Ralph D. House Community Park February is Black History Month, and we are taking a look at some of our parks named after prominent Black leaders in San Francisco history. This week, we're looking at Ralph D. House Community Park, which was renovated 2019. In 2010, this park was named in honor of Ralph Dewitt House, a park champion who devoted himself to public service. House was a driving force and leader in ensuring open space in the Bayview community. House founded the Bayview Hill Neighborhood Association and was its president from 1985 through 2004. He volunteered his time tirelessly and empowered others to advocate for their communities. Be sure to visit this park soon and take in the beautiful views of the city's southeast. Ralph D. House Community Park National Girls and Women in Sports Day We are happy to celebrate National Girls and Women in Sports Day today, February 3. Even during a global pandemic we were able to provide 27 summer camps this past year, empowering girls to tackle multiple sports including baseball, track, tennis, and more. Let's continue to lift up girls and women today and everyday! Community Report: San Francisco Children and Nature in 2020  Did you know that through the San Francisco Children and Nature Collaborative, we repurposed 210 stumps, 150 bamboo poles, and surplus plants to support nature and play connection in early childcare centers and family childcare sites, as well as for a new Nature Exploration Area at the SFMTA Forest Hill station? Read more about our accomplishments in 2020 with our community report at the link below. Additionally, if you'd like to learn more about San Francisco Children and Nature, check out our latest newsletter and sign-up to receive updates here. 2020 Community Report Virtual Reality Prepares Teens to Enter Bay Area Building Trades Locals Read a recent article in Organized Labor from the San Francisco Building and Construction Trades Council that highlights the Construction Sector Bridge, a two-month introduction to construction program for 17-21 year olds offered by the Office of Economic and Workforce Development, Brightline Defense, Community Youth Center, Mission Hiring Hall and the A. Philip Randolph Institute of San Francisco. The article highlights how Oculus 2 headsets assisted in a training at the India Basin Shoreline Park technology hub. Read more at the link below. The technology hub at India Basin Shoreline Park in Bayview Hunters Point offers free Wi-Fi access, laptop and tablet lending and on-site technical support to local residents. Located at Hunters Point Blvd. and Hawes, it operates Monday through Friday from noon to 4 p.m. weather dependent. SF Building Trades Council Article Nighttime Closure of Shelley Drive in McLaren Park In response to neighborhood safety concerns in McLaren Park, and in collaboration with Supervisors Hillary Ronen, Shamann Walton, Ahsha Safaí, the San Francisco Police Department, and the community, we are implementing a temporary nighttime closure of the Shelley Drive loop from 6pm – sunrise through March 31. During this trial period, access to Shelley Drive at Cambridge Street and the eastern Mansell/Shelley Drive intersection will be closed. If you have questions or comments please contact rpdinfo at sfgov.org.  Winter Lawn Closures in our Parks We are in the midst of winter when days are shorter, temperatures are lower and the weather is wet. During this time of year, our parks can develop natural soggy spots, especially in our lawns. Please note that our staff might close off soggy sections in our parks to protect the turf. If you notice an area that is soggy, please avoid using to ensure that turf doesn’t sustain significant damage. Winter Class Registration is Open Registration for winter virtual recreation classes is open! We're offering a number of online recreation classes for youth and adults this winter, including classes with the Harvey Milk Photo Center such as Great Creative Portraiture, Strong Engaging Compositions, and more. Sign up for these classes above, or any other of our winter classes at the link below. Register Here Annual Virtual Budget Meeting on February 11 The second of our annual budget meetings will occur virtually on Thursday, February 11 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Join us as we discuss preliminary plans for fiscal years 2021-22 and 2022-23. Learn about our department's budget instructions for the next two years, and let us know your priorities in your neighborhood parks. Join us via Zoom at the link below. Meeting ID: 985 9490 7587. Zoom Meeting Link #GGP150 Birthday Celebration and Merchandise Golden Gate Park’s 150th anniversary wraps up this spring, but it’s not too late to mark the occasion with mementos PLUS get 50% off! #GGP150 merchandise—including hats, hoodies, t-shirts, posters, mugs and more—is all on sale now. Shop at the Pop Up Welcome Center in Golden Gate Park or order online today! Though Golden Gate Park's 150th birthday year is over, you can still celebrate the iconic park's nature, art, history and music, regardless of location. Free content from park partners and supporters includes: Exclusive concerts from artists who have performed in Golden Gate Park over the years Podcasts and playlists with audio stories about the park and favorite music selections Free books to download and digital newspaper archives about Golden Gate Park Photo albums, webcams and videos for visitors to explore and discover the park Online learning activities for kids and adults The ability to share personal stories, memories and special moments from the park Visit GoldenGatePark150.com KTVU: Wheel in Golden Gate Park Could be Spinning Until 2025 Our Video of the Week comes from KTVU and highlights our proposal to extend the 150-foot SkyStar Observation Wheel’s stay in Golden Gate Park to March 1, 2025 due to the impacts of COVID-19. The SkyStar Wheel, brought to San Francisco last year as the intended centerpiece for Golden Gate Park’s 150th Anniversary, has been largely closed due to COVID-19 restrictions. The wheel was originally scheduled to leave the park’s Music Concourse in March 2021. Extending its residence would allow time to fulfill public expectations and provide economic stimulus as San Francisco recovers from the global pandemic. Read more about our proposal at the link below. GGP Observation Wheel Extension San Francisco Recreation and Parks | sfrecpark.org ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ SF Recreation and Parks | McLaren Lodge-Golden Gate Park, 501 Stanyan Street, San Francisco , CA 94117 Unsubscribe house at digitalkingdom.org Customer Contact Data Notice Sent by rpdinfo at sfgov.org powered by Try email marketing for free today!
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