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STAFF REPORT CITY CLERK
File #950-40
CITY COUNCIL
DATE:February 5, 2013
TO:
Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM:
Joni Pattillo, City Manager
SUBJECT:
Parks and Community Services Spring Events
Prepared by Ann Mottola, Heritage and Cultural Arts Manager
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The Parks and Community Services Department produces a diverse range of special event
programs throughout the year to celebrate community milestones. In the next several months
the Department is planning a dedication of Positano Hills Park. This report provides an overview
of the upcoming spring event schedule and options for dates to hold the park dedication.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Sufficient funds have been included in the FY12-13 Budget for all events included in this report.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the City Council select a date for the dedication of Positano Hills Park for
the weekend of April 20 or May 4, 2013.
Submitted By Reviewed By
Director of Parks and Assistant City Manager
Community Services
DESCRIPTION:
The Parks and Community Services Department produces a diverse range of special event
programs throughout the year providing opportunities for Dublin’s residents to celebrate
community in family-friendly environments. In the coming months, in addition to these annual
community events, the Department is also planning the opening ceremony and dedication of
Positano Hills Park. Given the maintenance schedule of the park and the calendar of events
taking place within the City of Dublin (listed below), Staff recommends the dedication ceremony
and grand opening celebration be held on Saturday, May 4 beginning at 10:00 a.m. As an
alternate date, Staff recommends Saturday, April 20 and would coordinate ceremonial activities
so the public could attend both the Park Dedication and the Car Show.
ITEM NO. 8.5
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The following is an overview of the calendar of spring community events.
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration
Green and White Gala
Friday, March 15
6:00pm
Dublin Senior Center
Sponsored by the Dublin Sister City Association
The weekend’s festivities begin on Friday evening at the annual Green and White Gala.
“Irish Happy Hour” will begin at 6:00 p.m., followed by dinner and dancing to live music.
Pancake Breakfast
Saturday, March 16
7:00 - 10:00am
Fire Station #16, 7494 Donahue Drive
Sponsored by Alameda County Firefighters - Local 55
Green pancakes will be served hot off the griddle at the annual Pancake Breakfast
benefitting the Alisa Ann Ruch Burn Foundation and the Alameda County Firefighters
Association-Local 55 Charity Fund, which supports local non-profit and community-based
organizations.
Parade
Saturday, March 16
9:30am
Amador Plaza - Dublin Boulevard - Village Pkwy - Amador Valley Boulevard
Sponsored by the Dublin Lion's Club
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Now in its 30 year, the parade will include over 80 entries including marching bands,
floats, bagpipes, equestrian riders and will step-off promptly at 9:30 a.m. onto Dublin
Boulevard from Amador Plaza Road.
Festival
Saturday & Sunday, March 16 & 17
10:00am - 5:00pm
Dublin Civic Center
Sponsored by the City of Dublin
Festival highlights include an Irish Marketplace,offering Irish tartans, Celtic capes and
shawls, hand knit wool sweaters, Irish Coats of Arms and handmade Celtic jewelry. The
Food Court will feature traditional Irish favorites with a contemporary twist such as corned
beef sliders with cabbage-slaw, Guinness marinated tri-tip, Irish Bangers with Soda
Bread, and fish and chips. Three stages of entertainment include traditional Irish folk
music, Celtic Rock, bagpipes and harps, as well as the beautifully-costumed students of
both the McBride and the McGrath Schools of Irish Dance.
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Shamrock 5K Fun Run & Walk
Sunday, March 17
8:30 am
Race begins on Dublin Blvd at Civic Plaza
Sponsored by the City of Dublin
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The 14 Annual Shamrock 5K Fun Run and Walk begins on Dublin Boulevard near the
Civic Center at 8:30 a.m., and will wind its way through town, finishing at the festival with
live music, awards and giveaways.
Live Healthy Dublin 10 Week Wellness Challenge
Program: Saturday, March 17 – May 25
Closing Event: Thursday, May 30
The Live Healthy Dublin “10 Week Wellness Challenge” begins March 17th with a kick-off at the
St. Patrick’s Day Festival and Shamrock 5K Fun Run and Walk. Teams are welcome to register
now for the ten-week program that encourages making healthier lifestyle choices. Free
educational sessions and organized activities will be offered to program participants throughout
the program that will end on May 25th. A wrap-up event will be held at the Dublin Farmers’
Market on May 30, 2013 to celebrate the achievements of all who participated in creating a
healthier Dublin.
Spring Eggstravaganza
Saturday, March 30
10:00 a.m. to Noon
Emerald Glen Park
This annual celebration includes crafts, petting zoo, carnival games, egg hunt and photos with
Peter Rabbit.
Dublin Community Car Show
Saturday, April 20
11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Heritage Park
Now in its second year, this event is expected to draw over 100 vintage, classic, muscle, exotic,
tuners and import cars. Other event components include food trucks, activities for children and
families, and tours of the Heritage Park and Museums.
May Faire
May 11
11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Heritage Park
Now in its second year, the May Faire at Heritage Park will offer an Antique & Craft Show, foods
and musical entertainment with a distinctly French appeal. The Murray Schoolhouse and Kolb
House will also remain open for tours.
Other City Events
Library 10-Year Anniversary Celebration sponsored with Alameda County Library
Saturday, April 13
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Library 10-Year Anniversary Celebration
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Dublin Pride Week
Saturday, April 27
Kick-off Event and Volunteer Clean-Up Day
Heritage Park
NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH:
None.
ATTACHMENTS:
None
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