Victorville Connect: July 1

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Victorville Connect - July 1, 2021

Fireworks Spectacular at the Fairgrounds

Join us for our Fireworks Spectacular at the Victorville Fairgrounds! Gates open at 7:30 p.m., and the show begins at 9 p.m.

Enjoy the professional fireworks show from the Fairgrounds grandstand or lawn. The fireworks will be accompanied by patriotic music simulcast on radio station Kat Country 100.7 FM. Food will be available for purchase.

All traffic laws apply. Spectators viewing from outside the Fairgrounds parking lot are urged to avoid parking on private property.

To learn more about this event, call (760) 245-5551.

It's Fledgling Time

At this time of year, it’s common to see birds of prey and owl juveniles trying out their wings for the first time. You may see them fall and end up on the ground. This is normal and not a cause for concern. Parents may not be seen, but they are waiting nearby to come to the rescue. Please do not cage the animal. This is unsafe, cruel, and illegal. If a juvenile is noticeably injured or without enough cover, contact our Victorville Animal Care and Control at (760) 955-5089. Our officers will gladly find the juvenile a safer location in the area such as a tree or underbrush. Remember, the less we interfere with the natural state of wild animals the greater their chance of survival.

Movie in the Park

Join us under the stars for our next Movie in the Park on Saturday, July 10 at Hook Park featuring The Goonies! Bring a blanket, family, and friends to enjoy this cinematic classic. Our craft station will open at 6:30 p.m., and the movie will begin at 7:30 p.m. Food will be available for purchase. No registration necessary.

Summer Reading Program

There's still time to participate in our Summer Reading Program! Each week through Aug. 2, we're sharing videos about City departments and how we serve our community. Each video contains a code to be entered for weekly prize drawings. Log reading minutes, play fun online games, and more! All are welcome to participate. To learn more, call the Victorville Library at (760) 245-4222 or visit vv.city/srp.

Stay Active With Fun Activities

During Parks & Recreation Month, we invite you to visit our parks and create new memories.

Our sports programs, contract classes, events, and activities are a great way to stay active and learn new skills!

We've recently included new offerings like our Adult Cornhole Tournament, Art in the Park, Movies in the Park, and guitar lessons. For more information, visit VictorvilleCA.gov/Recreation or call (760) 245-5551.

July Update from Mayor Jones

We’re pleased to include this monthly update from Victorville Mayor, Debra Jones. Mayor Jones shares details about enhancements to public safety, improvements to our City's infrastructure and services, and park improvements that are included in our budget for the fiscal year that begins July 1.

National Night Out

National Night Out is Aug. 3. We hope you’ll come out to Hook Park located at 14973 Joshua Street in Victorville between 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. to meet your neighbors, enjoy food, and learn valuable information about keeping your home safe.