Sylvester Turner Park - 13th Annual Family Day - Volunteer or Be A Vendor

Greetings Volunteers/Vendors, The Honorable Sylvester Turner has announced that the 13th Annual Family Day at Sylvester Turner Park April 13th will be the biggest event ever, with more activities for everyone. “Family Day is a special time for fun and fellowship,” said the Honorable Sylvester Turner, “with plenty to enjoy for every one of every age. Family Day will take place from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. Saturday, April 13th, at Sylvester Turner Park, 2800 West Little York. All activities, entertainment and food are free. By popular demand, J. Paul and the Zydeco Nubreeds will return with their special brand of music. Also performing will be Aldine Carver High School drama and dance students, Tiger Rock Martial Arts, a lion dance by the Teo Chew Temple, the Luna Llena mariachi band, and more. The Youth Academy, sponsored by the Houston Astros and Major League Baseball, will hold both boys’ and girls’ games in the Astros Junior RBI league, beginning at 9 a.m. and running all day long. In addition, a pitch, hit and run competition will take place from 10 a.m. until 12 noon on Field 1 on the north end of the park. This competition is open to all kids between the ages of 7 to 14. There will be inflatable games, a rock wall and a train will also be on hand for the kids, along with face painters. In addition, Rodeo Dental and Crockett & Sons will be joining us. For those young at heart, the Senior Tent will provide a gathering spot for bingo and other games. Come hungry. We will serve up turkey legs, hot dogs, nachos, popcorn and more. Don’t worry about parking—METRO has you covered. Park in one of three locations and METRO buses will shuttle folks to and from the park. The parking locations are Carver High School, 2100 South Victory; Lone Star Community College, 4141 Victory; Living Word Fellowship Church, 7350 T.C. Jester. “I look forward to a great crowd enjoying our entertainment, baseball, games and food,” Turner said. “Let’s all come out to the park and have a good time.” To help put Houston’s best foot forward, we need volunteers to help us spread the word to your friends, family members, churches, and/or organizations to make this a fun and easygoing celebration. Assignments can include assisting as festival greeters or tending any of the many booths that make up the festival’s infrastructure. In return for your time, volunteers will be treated to world-class entertainment, free parking, great refreshments, and more. We hope to see you on April 13th! We will be sending this year’s flyer for you to share with you church, organizations, family and friends soon. Volunteer link will also be sent however you are welcome to email me directly @ Jasengatravel@swbell.net. Sincerely, Janice Weaver One Body Networking 1 in 3 Million Chosen By God onebodynetworking.org #JW13