April 2008
23	Support Staff Lunch at the Nut Tree, Vacaville (flyer)
24	Board Meeting:   Belvedere/Tiburon, 12 noon (Agenda)
May 2008
17	Aquatics Workshop/Training,
22	Board Meeting:   Napa, 12 noon (Agenda)
June 2008
7	Summer Leadership Workshop, Margaret Todd Senior Center, Novato
26	Board Meeting:   Vacaville, 12 noon (Agenda)
July 2008
-	Board Meeting:  No meeting schedule this month
August 2008
20	Aging Roundtable, 11am-1pm, Margaret Todd Senior Center, Novato (flyer)
28	Board Meeting:   Santa Rosa , 12 noon (Agenda)
September 2008
TBA	Annual Golf Tournament, Location TBA, Time TBA
25	Board Meeting:   Greater Vallejo Recreation District , 12 noon (Agenda)
28-30	SuperCal Conference, Fallen Leaf Lake
October 2008
23	Board Meeting:   Novato, 12 noon (Agenda)
November 2008
20	General Membership Meeting:   TBA, Time TBA (Agenda)
December 2008
18	Board Meeting:   TBA, 12 noon (Agenda)
January 2009
22	Board Meeting:   TBA, 12 noon (Agenda)
February 2009
TBA	Board Meeting:   TBA, 12 noon (Agenda)
TBA	CPRS District I Awards & Installation Banquet: TBA,
March 2009
3-6	California & Pacific Southwest Recreation & Park Training Conference Santa Clara, California
TBA	CPRS District I Conference Social, Location TBA, time TBA
TBA	Board Meeting:   TBA, 12 noon (Agenda)
California & Pacific Southwest Recreation & Park Training Conference Future Sites:
	March 9-12, 2010 Palm Springs, California
	March 8-11, 2011 Sacramento, California
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EVENTS

Community Awards & Installation Banquet: Our showcase event, typically held before the state conference, which recognizes those groups or citizens that have donated their time and efforts in supporting parks and recreation in their community. Agencies in district I select a recipient from their area for the Community Service Award, and accompany them to the banquet. Typically, a power point presentation with narrative about the recipient is prepared, and a plaque is presented.

This event also honors the outgoing board of directors for district I, and installs the new board of directors for the coming year; along with presenting the district's Professional Award to a recreation & parks professional that has contributed to the district and profession.

Support Staff Luncheon: This event is in honor of clerical and support staff in parks and recreation agencies. The event typically includes lunch and some form of entertainment which might include a guest speaker, comedians or music. The locations have rotated to include places such as wineries, culinary schools, boat rides, or a community center. In recent years, the event has been held in April to coincide with Secretaries Day.

Summer Recreation Leaders Workshop: Usually held the first Saturday in June, this workshop geared for recreation leaders and camp staff hired for summer programs. The emphasis is to teach skills that the staff can use to provide a safe and enjoyable summer program. Cost to attend is kept minimal, so agencies can send both full-time and part-time staff.

Golf Tournament: Held in September, this is one of our favorite events. You don't have to be a good golfer to have a good time. Agencies from District 1, 2 & 3 submit teams or individual players who are paired up with other participants in a competitive, but fun format. A lunch and awards ceremony is held at the end of the tournament with some nice raffle prizes to take home, as well. The golf course location is usually moved around throughout the district from year-to-year for the convenience of long distance travel.

 

Fall Workshop: This annual event (usually held in October) allows attendees to sharpen their professional skills and increase their networking opportunities. The Fall Workshop is comprised of guest speakers touching on relevant topics and roundtable discussions. Topics typically focus on current trends or professional competencies. Over the last several years, the Fall Workshop has been held in Vallejo and the registration fee has included an afternoon at Marine World.

Aquatic Workshop: Typically held in May, this training for aquatic staff is designed to build teamwork and refine rescue techniques. The focus varies to train senior staff, re-certify lifeguards, introduce new aquatic trends, networking, and guest speakers. The training usually lasts a whole day in order to cover all activities.

General Membership Meeting: This is an opportunity for all CPRS members in District I to attend a board meeting, and receive CPRS and district I updates. It is also a chance to change by-laws, or make nominations for the upcoming District I board. Lunch is typically provided, with a possible guest speaker. Typically held in November.

HSU Visitation/Board Meeting: This trip was initiated in January of 2002, as an opportunity to connect with District I members in Northern California and to interact with students from the only 4-year Recreation degree program in our district. We also presented our district I scholarship(s) to students at Humboldt State University. We strive to have as many board members as possible attend this overnight trip.

Roundtables: Once a year, the district tries to offer "roundtables" or workshops for specific sections or program areas. In the past, this has included Administrator's, Seniors, and Teens. The goal is to provide an opportunity for networking, sharing of ideas & programs, and enhancing skills and knowledge by providing guest speakers.

Conference Social: This event is held in conjunction with the State CPRS Conference, and is hosted by the District I president. This "cocktail party" is an opportunity to socialize and network with other professionals in District I. The district pays for the room, beverages, and snacks.

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