The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department recently held its annual Rose Pruning Day at Mission Historical Park, and it was a huge success! On January 13, 2024, a record-breaking number of over 150 individuals from all walks of life joined together to participate in this cherished community event. With their help, the renowned A.C. Postel Memorial Rose Garden was able to prune over 1,500 rose bushes. This overwhelming turnout not only surpassed previous years, but also showcased the growing passion and dedication of the community in maintaining the city's beautiful rose gardens.
The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department recently hosted its annual Rose Pruning Day at Mission Historical Park, attracting an unprecedented number of participants. The event, held on January 13, 2024, witnessed a record-breaking turnout, with over 150 individuals of all ages and skill levels coming together to prune more than 1,500 rose bushes in the renowned A.C. Postel Memorial Rose Garden.
Traditionally held in January for nearly four decades, Rose Pruning Day has become a cherished community event in Santa Barbara. However, this year's event surpassed all expectations as it drew the largest number of volunteers in its history. The Parks and Recreation Department initially aimed to recruit up to 150 volunteers, surpassing the 100 volunteers who participated in the previous year. The enthusiastic response from the community exceeded these goals, highlighting the growing interest and dedication to maintaining the city's beautiful rose gardens.
The success of Rose Pruning Day can be attributed to the collaborative efforts of various groups and individuals. Throughout the event, Santa Barbara Rose Society member and resident rosarian, Dan Bifano, provided informative pruning demonstrations, sharing his expertise with the volunteers. Additionally, Santa Barbara Master Gardeners were on hand to assist participants in sharpening and sanitizing their pruning tools, ensuring a safe and efficient pruning process.
The Parks and Recreation Department expressed its deep appreciation for the overwhelming support from the community. The remarkable turnout at Rose Pruning Day reflects the shared passion for preserving the beauty and vitality of the A.C. Postel Memorial Rose Garden. The department encourages everyone to explore future volunteer opportunities and get involved in maintaining the city's parks by visiting SantaBarbaraCA.gov/ParkVolunteer.
The record-breaking attendance at the annual Rose Pruning Day in Santa Barbara's A.C. Postel Memorial Rose Garden is a testament to the community's dedication to preserving and enhancing the city's natural beauty. The event not only serves as an opportunity to maintain the rose garden but also fosters a sense of community and belonging among the participants. The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department, along with the support of organizations like the Santa Barbara Rose Society and Santa Barbara Master Gardeners, remains committed to providing engaging volunteer opportunities that promote the well-being of the city's parks and gardens.
Thanks to the collaborative efforts of organizations such as the Santa Barbara Rose Society and the Santa Barbara Master Gardeners, as well as the support from the local residents, the event was able to run smoothly and effectively. The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department is immensely grateful for the community's involvement and encourages everyone to continue supporting and participating in similar events in the future. Explore opportunities to get involved and be a part of maintaining and preserving the picturesque parks of Santa Barbara by visiting SantaBarbaraCA.gov/ParkVolunteer today!
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