TO: HONORABLE CHAIR AND COMMISSIONERS OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
FROM: Brian Ambrose, Community Services Director
PREPARED BY: Roseann Otis, Administrative Assistant - Parks & Recreation
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Recreation, Activities, and Events Report
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Receive and file.
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CITY COUNCIL GOAL
Coordinate and deliver responsive, effective community services.
BACKGROUND
Special Events
* Upcoming Events
Event
Date
Location
Memorial Day Ceremony
Monday, May 25
Town Square Park
Father's Day Car Show
Saturday, June 20
California Oaks Sports Park
Birthday Bash
Saturday, June 27
California Oaks Sports Park
Concerts in the Park
Every Saturday
July 11 to August 29
Town Square Park & Amphitheater
* On Sunday, March 22, Town Square Park & Amphitheater held the FlavorFest & Beats festival. This event aims to bring people together through food, music, and culture. International food trucks, live music, cultural performances, and an artisan small-business market provided a fun experience for the community. This was an external first year event.
* On Saturday March 28, and Sunday March 29, the 21st Annual Tour de Murrieta rolled into town. Cyclists from all over the world, including 4 countries and 17 states, enjoyed the two-day sanctioned USA Cycling event. The event featured a festival-style atmosphere with an exposition area, food and beverage vendors, music, and a popular kids' race. The morning of March 28 included the second annual Murrieta 5K which had over 700 runners. The evening concluded with a Concert in the Park, featuring the band Shockwave, making Race Weekend a community-wide celebration combining fitness, family fun, and live entertainment in the heart of the city.
* On Saturday, April 4, the City of Murrieta held the Eggstravaganza and Rec Expo at Town Square Park. Children aged 3 to 10 participated in an egg hunt with over 12,000 eggs. A separate area was provi...
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