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The Story We Tell

 

Have you engaged in a City of Riverside Parks and Recreation youth sports program, savored a round of golf at Fairmount Golf Course, or enjoyed a delightful afternoon with your family in the park? If you have, we invite you to narrate your Riverside parks experience through the lens of your camera. Unleash your storytelling talent by submitting a captivating photo along with a heartfelt testimonial to the “Story We Tell” Photo Contest. The winning entries will be showcased in the PRCSD Activity Guide, on various social media platforms, and during department presentations. Let your photos tell the tale of your connection and affection for Riverside's parks and facilities, while becoming a part of the vibrant narrative that celebrates the community's shared love for these cherished spaces.

 

Prizes

We will have 3 cash prize winners for the contest with the following amounts:

$200

1st Place Prize

 

$100

2nd Place Prize

 

$50

3rd Place Prize

 

Contest prizes awarded on a trimester basis based and will correspond with the following dates:

  • • Summer 2024 Submissions will be accepted from April 13, 2024 - August 15, 2024 (11:59: p.m. PST). Awardee will be announced by August 31, 2024.

  • • Fall/Winter 2024 submissions will be accepted from August 16, 2024 - December 31, 2024 (11:59: p.m. PST). Awardee will be announced by January 15, 2025.

  • • Spring 2025 submissions will be accepted from August 16,2025 - December 31, 2025 (11:59: p.m. PST). Awardee will be announced by January 15, 2025.

 

Categories

Your submitted photo must align with one of the following four designated categories:

  • • Riverside Parks
  • • I Love Riverside Parks
  • • Open Space
  • • City of Riverside PRCSD Classes/Programs & Events/Sports

 

Ensure your entries are submitted exclusively through the online platform here at TheStoryWeTell.org.

Only photos within park locations (listed) will be considered and judged. View park locations list.

1. Andulka Park • 5201 Chicago Ave.,

2. Arlington Heights Sports Park • 9401 Cleveland Ave.

3. Arlington Park • 3860 Van Buren Blvd.

4. Bergamont Park • 19275 Bergamont Dr.

5. Bobby Bonds Park • 2060 University Ave.

6. Bordwell Park • 2008 MLK Blvd.

7. Bryant Park • 7950 Philbin Ave.

8. Carlson Park • 4700 Buena Vista Ave.

9. Castleview Park • 6306 West View Dr.

10. Challen Park • 4602 Challen Ave.

11. Collett Park • 10950 Collett Ave.

12. Dario Vasquez • 2400 14th St.

13. Don Derr Park • 3003 Monroe St.

14. Don Jones Park • 3995 Jefferson St.

15. Don Lorenzi Park• 4230 Jackson St.

16. Doty Trust Park • 5410 Golden Ave.

17. El Dorado Park • 7750 Remington Dr.

18. Fairmount Park • 2601 Fairmount Blvd.

19. Golden Star Park • 1739 Bradley St.

20. Harrison Park • 2851 Harrison St.

21. Highland Park • 780 Glenhill St.

22. Hole Lake - Bradford St.and Jurupa Ave

23. Hunt Park - 4015 Jackson St.

24. Hunter Hobby Park - 1401 Iowa Ave.

25. Islander Park • 3794 Mt. Vernon Ave.

26. Janet Goeske Center • 5257 Sierra St.

27. La Sierra Park and Senior Center• 5215 La Sierra Ave.

28. Lincoln Park • 4261 Park Ave.

29. Loring Park• 3787 Mt. Rubidoux Dr.

30. Low Park• 7101 Magnolia Ave.

31. Martha McLean/Anza Narrows • 5759 Jurupa St.

32. Mission Ranch Park - Lurin Ave. and Obsidian Dr.

33. Mt. Rubidoux • Mt. Rubidoux Dr. 

34. Mt. Vernon • 275 Blaine St. and Valencia Hill Dr.

35. Mtn. View Park • 6241 Wiehe Ave.

36. Myra Linn Park • 4540 Meredith St.

37. Newman Park • 3780 14th St.

38. Nichols Park • 5505 Dewey Ave.

39. North Park • 3172 Mission Inn Ave.

40. Orange Terrace Community Park • 20010 Orange Terrace Pkwy

41. Patterson Park • 1846 Linden St., 

42. Rancho Loma Park 11343 Rancho Loma Dr.

43. Reid Park• 701 N. Orange St.

44. Riverwalk Dog Park • Corner of Pierce St. and Riverwalk Pkwy

45. Rutland Park • 7000 Rutland Ave.

46. Ryan Bonaminio Park 5000 Tequesquite Ave.

47. Savi Ranch Park • 11520 Arlington Ave.

48. Shamel Park • 3650 Arlington Ave.

49. Swanson Park • 5725 Glenhaven Ave.

50. Sycamore Canyon Wilderness Park • 400 Central Ave.

51. Sycamore Highlands Park • 5777 Fair Isle Dr.

52. Taft Park • 6826 New Ridge Dr.

53. Thundersky Park • 20540 Thundersky Circle

54. Victoria-Cross • 10881 Victoria Ave.

55. Villegas Park • 3091 Esperanza St.

56. Washington Park • 2769 Mary St.

57. White Park and Dales Senior Center • 3936 Chestnut Street

 

Sponsored By: Riverside Community Services Foundation


 

Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department Director

Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department Director

Pamela Galera

Park and Recreation Commission

Park and Recreation Commission

  • • Daniel T. Jester, Chair (Ward 1)
  • • Matt Friedlander, Vice Chair (Ward 4)
  • • Victoria Brodie (Citywide-Ward 1)
  • • Blake S. Faris (Ward 3)
  • • Joseph Feola (Citywide-Ward 4)
  • • Mohammad Noor (Ward 5)
  • • Thomas F. Miller (Ward 6)
  • • Rakel Y. Engles (Ward 7)

The City of Riverside Park and Recreation Commission meets the third Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m., at City Hall Council Chambers (3900 Main St.). The public is welcome to attend. Anyone interested in serving on the City of Riverside Park and Recreation Commission should contact the City Clerk’s Office at 951.826.5557.

Videos/Photo Policy

Videos/Photo Policy

Kindly note that individuals participating in any department programs or special events may be photographed or videotaped. The City of Riverside reserves the right to utilize these photographs or videos without an obligation to offer compensation to the individuals captured by or in them.

Participant Code of Conduct

Participant Code of Conduct

All participants are expected to uphold appropriate conduct throughout their involvement in the photo contest, whether actively participating, spectating, or attending any associated programs or activities organized or endorsed by the City of Riverside Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Department. The following guidelines are established to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all participants:

  • • Show respect towards fellow participants and program staff.
  • • Adhere to directions provided by program staff and supervisors.
  • • Avoid using abusive or offensive language.
  • • Prevent causing harm to oneself, fellow participants, or program staff/supervisors.
  • • Avoid damaging equipment, supplies, and facilities.
  • • Refrain from any form of harassment towards staff, instructors, or fellow participants.

All participants are expected to reflect these core values in their words and conduct toward members of marginalized communities, including (but not limited to) the LGBTQ+ and special needs communities. All participants shall have the opportunity to participate in a healthy, supervised, safe and controlled environment.

Failure to adhere to these guidelines may lead to the denial of privileges related to participating in the photo contest. The City of Riverside Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Department is dedicated to making your involvement in the contest enjoyable, rewarding, educational, and, above all, safe. Thank you for your cooperation.

 

Submission Form

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  • Files must be less than 2 MB.
  • Allowed file types: gif jpg jpeg png.
 Phone:
951-826-2000
  Email address: [email protected]
 Hours of Operation:
 Monday - Friday : 9am - 5pm
 Address:
6927 Magnolia Ave, Riverside, CA 92506