City Council Seeks Volunteers, Holding Planning Meeting for Citizens Day in the Park

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

June 17, 2021

St. Helens, Ore. – The St. Helens City Council is seeking businesses, community groups, or residents interested in helping with this year’s Citizens Day in the Park event. The City Council is hosting a special meeting on Wednesday, July 14 at 6 p.m. in McCormick Park to plan for Citizens Day. Anyone interested in volunteering, hosting a booth, or donating to the event is invited to attend this meeting.

Citizens Day in the Park will take place on Saturday, August 7 at McCormick Park. The day is focused on making and strengthening community connections. It’s an opportunity for people to put down their cell phones, turn off the television, and enjoy a day of fun in a local park with friends and family. Activities are family-friendly and designed for a wide age-range.

Citizens Day in the Park is hosted by the St. Helens City Council. The day usually includes a free barbeque lunch, car show, community booths, music, and areas set up with lawn games.

If you would like to volunteer for this event, host a booth, or make a donation but cannot attend the July 14 meeting, please contact Deputy City Recorder Lisa Scholl at lscholl@sthelensoregon.gov.

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For further information regarding Citizens Day in the Park, please contact Communications Officer Crystal King at crystalf@ci.st-helens.or.us.