Richmond Love Your Block

10/16/2026

There is now a garden in Stewart Playlot! Over 15 volunteers arrived Saturday morning with bright attitudes, and excited to make a change. Bumping along to the music, volunteers were able to successfully fill up 11 bags of trash and green waste, assemble 4 wooden planter boxes, and plant 4 trees. Furthermore, they poured soil and planted seeds – which will become beautiful flowers in a few months. Thanks to our volunteers, Stewart Playlot has been upgraded to a much more inviting space, that will encourage community members to visit their local park.

As a reward, volunteers got to not only enjoy some delicious food (and snacks), but to spend time with others. They got to create memories and bring changes to a local park, all while getting some sun.

The end result of the workday left all volunteers feeling fulfilled and proud. Stewart Playlot should be expecting a lot more visitors now.

This event was funded in part by the Love Your Block Program from the City Manager’s Office, Economic Development and Community Services-Recreation.

09/28/2026

Do you have any plans on October 10th? 🙂

If you don’t, come join us for a fun and engaging outdoors gardening day at Stewart Playlot! 🌳🌿🌱

Together we’re going to make a visible, positive, and instant difference within our community. The end result will encourage neighbors to visit their local park, brighten the shared space with beautiful flowers, and provide a sense of fulfillment. 🎉

Come meet new people, listen to some music, and enjoy some delicious food afterwards. Tools will be provided – all you have to bring is yourself, closed-toe shoes, and some clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. 👕👖👟

📆Event Details:
Date: October 10th
Time: 9am-12pm

Activities:
-Picking up trash 🗑
-Pulling overgrown w**ds ♻️
-Assembling three wooden planter boxes 🛠
-Digging holes for trees 🌎
-Planting flowers 🌷🌸🌼

Don’t wait, sign up now with the QR code provided on the flyer, or just click the link below!
https://x.gldn.io/e/s9H8T4LPH6b

This event is funded in part by the Love Your Block Program from the City Manager’s Office, Economic Development and Community Services-Recreation.

We hope to see you there! ☀

09/24/2026

Tuesday, September 22, 2026, , , , , and made a positive impact at Miraflores Sustainable Greenbelt Park.

57 volunteers, community partners, and staff members came together to care for our community and shared spaces. 🌱

Together, we:
🗑️Collected 24 bags of green waste and trash
🌳Planted 7 brand new trees
🤝All spent the day showing what we can accomplish

Every bag that was picked up, every tree planted, and every single helping hand makes a difference. Thank you to everyone who showed up, pitched in, and helped make our community greener and brighter.

08/26/2026

🌱 Volunteer to beautify Miraflores Sustainable Greenbelt! 🌱

Come out, lend a hand, and help make Miraflores Sustainable Greenbelt a more welcoming place for the community!

📍 Miraflores Sustainable Greenbelt, 4855 Wall Ave
📅 Tuesday, September 22, 2026
⏰ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
📝 Register at: https://x.gldn.io/e/jMp714KmA5b

Volunteer activities will include:
🗑️ Removing trash and illegal dumping
🌿 Weeding
🌱 Spreading mulch
🛠️ Installing w**d barrier

Breakfast, lunch, tools, and supplies will be provided for all volunteers. Please wear closed-toe shoes and long pants.

This event is funded in part by the Love Your Block Program from the City Manager’s Office, Economic Development and Community Services-Recreation.

08/01/2026

06/09/2026

🎨✨ What an AMAZING day at Washington Elementary School's Mural Paint Day on Saturday, May 30, 2026! ✨🎨
Over 200 students, families, staff, volunteers, and community members came together to add color, creativity, and heart to their mural project! 🖌️🌈💙

A huge THANK YOU to the lead artist Richard Muro Salazar, Washington Elementary PTA, and everyone who painted, volunteered, donated, organized, and cheered volunteers on throughout the day. 🙌❤️ This beautiful work of art will brighten our school and inspire students for years to come. 🏫🎨🌟
Together, the community created memories, connections, and something to be immensely proud of! 🎉💫

🎨🖌️This project was supported by a Love Your Block In-Kind Sponsorship from the City Manager's Office, Economic Development and Community Services Department. 🌈❤️

05/26/2026

🌿✨ Crescent Park got a fresh new look thanks to an amazing day of teamwork!

On May 19, 2026, Community Services–Recreation & Parks and Landscaping teamed up with 15 YouthBuild volunteers for a community workday at Crescent Park. They created a new pathway, cleared overgrown w**ds, and refreshed 12 of the park's trees with fresh mulch. 🌳🛠️

The hard work and dedication of everyone involved helped make the park cleaner, safer, and more welcoming for the entire community. Thank you to all who came out and made a difference! 💚

03/26/2026

On March 17th, Recreation and Public Works collaborated with Groundwork Richmond and YouthBuild for a special Nevin Park Workday, and it was a huge success! 🌿✨

With the help of 28 amazing volunteers, we came together to make a real difference—planting 9 new trees 🌳, giving an entire fence a fresh coat of paint 🎨, and cleaning up the park to make it a more welcoming space for everyone.

Thank you to everyone who showed up, worked hard, and helped bring new life to our community park. This is what teamwork looks like! 💚

01/06/2026

You’re invited to MLK Day of Service on Monday, January 19, 2026, at Parchester Park, hosted by the City of Richmond, Parchester Village Neighborhood Council, and California Volunteers. Make it a Day On, Not a Day Off!
Volunteer | 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Beautify the park, community center, and surrounding areas in Parchester Village. Activities include:
• Refreshing the Mary Peace Head Memorial Garden with new planter boxes, soil, and plants
• Weeding, trimming vegetation, and spreading mulch
• Clean up trash and dumping from nearby streets
• Painting projects (weather permitting)
Please come dressed for outdoor work (closed-toed shoes, long sleeves, and pants). Tools, supplies, and lunch will be provided.
Community Celebration | 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Following the service projects, stay for lunch and a program commemorating Dr. King’s legacy.
Join us to participate in the volunteer projects, attend the celebration, or both!
Please register through the link or by scanning the QR code in the attached flyer: http://bit.ly/4rPTZqU or check out the link in the bio.
This event is hosted through the Neighbor-to-Neighbor program, in partnership with Volunteers

01/06/2026

You’re invited to MLK Day of Service on Monday, January 19, 2026, at Parchester Park, hosted by the City of Richmond, Parchester Village Neighborhood Council, and California Volunteers. Make it a Day On, Not a Day Off!

Volunteer | 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Beautify the park, community center, and surrounding areas in Parchester Village. Activities include:
• Refreshing the Mary Peace Head Memorial Garden with new planter boxes, soil, and plants
• Weeding, trimming vegetation, and spreading mulch
• Clean up trash and dumping from nearby streets
• Painting projects (weather permitting)

Please come dressed for outdoor work (closed-toed shoes, long sleeves, and pants). Tools, supplies, and lunch will be provided.

Community Celebration | 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Following the service projects, stay for lunch and a program commemorating Dr. King’s legacy.

Join us to participate in the volunteer projects, attend the celebration, or both!

Please register through the link or by scanning the QR code in the attached flyer: http://bit.ly/4rPTZqU or check out the link in the bio.

This event is hosted through the Neighbor-to-Neighbor program, in partnership with California Volunteers