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Hayward Area Recreation & Park District RECREATION GUIDE BOARD AGENDA GOLF CAPITAL PROJECTS VOLUNTEER STAY INFORMED Events Meetings Calendar MAY 2026 Calendar S M T W T F S 26 27 28 29 30 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 6 FRI, MAY 15 Senior Community Resource Fair SAT, MAY 23 Paint the Bay View All Events Calendar LATEST NEWS See What’s Happening Finding Joy in Service: Meet Mike Baratta During Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, stories like Mike’s remind us that inclusion isn’t just about design—it’s about people. Read on... about Finding Joy in Service: Meet Mike Baratta Six-Year-Old BMX Rider Finds Her Flow at H.A.R.D.’s Tennyson Park Pump Track At just 6 years old, Maxene—better known as Mad Max—is already a BMX standout. She spends her time building skills, confidence, and speed at the Tennyson Pump Track, showing that big talent can come in small packages. Read on... about Six-Year-Old BMX Rider Finds Her Flow at H.A.R.D.’s Tennyson Park Pump Track How does a park go from underutilized to a vibrant community hub? At Tennyson Park, it started with listening. Through community workshops, surveys, and partnerships with residents, local organizations, the City of Hayward, and design experts, the vision for this 10-acre park was shaped by the people who use it most. Read on... about How does a park go from underutilized to a vibrant community hub? View All News WELCOME TO H.A.R.D. HARD’s mission is to enrich the quality of life for all community members by providing a wide range of recreational activities, parks, and facilities that meet the diverse needs and interests of the entire community and promote health, well-being, learning, and fun. 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Registration /QuickLinks.aspx Search Home Programs Programs Offered Golf Golf Staff Directory Darin Lee Recreation Coordinator II Email Recreation Coordinator II Phone: 510-888-0207 More Information Mission Hills of Hayward is an ideal golf venue to polish every aspect of your golf game. The 9 hole course layout is a superior all-weather performer, and a double-decker range lets you work on that swing. Two putting greens, three green chipping areas and affordable prices make this municipal course a treasure for every level of golfer.  Mission Hills also has a footgolf option and lessons.  For more information or to book at tee time click here . 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Registration /QuickLinks.aspx Search Home About Us Administration & Board of Directors District Committees Citizens Advisory Committee Citizens Advisory Committee The Citizens Advisory Committee is a committee appointed by the Board of Directors to provide recommendations to the Board in the areas of District operations, park design, projects and programs. This committee meets on the first Monday quarterly at 6:30 pm in March, June, September and December.  Appointed CAC members can serve up to (2) two-year terms.  To apply, please submit a CAC Application or for additional information please call (510) 881-6700. The application deadline for 2025-2027 CAC Terms is December 13, 2024. Opens in new window PDF Download Word Download Excel Download PowerPoint Download Document Download Agendas & Minutes   Agendas are available prior to the meetings. 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Registration /QuickLinks.aspx Search Home NewsFlash Finding Joy in Service: Meet Mike Baratta News Flash Finding Joy in Service: Meet Mike Baratta Latest News Posted on March 26, 2026 At Mia's Dream All Abilities Playground, laughter fills the air, kids race from play structure to swing, and families connect in a space designed for everyone. For longtime volunteer Mike Baratta, it’s more than a park—it’s his “happy place.” Built with community support–including funding in part from Measure F1–Mia’s Dream is a place where everyone belongs. A Quiet Commitment to Community  Mike doesn’t seek the spotlight. Described as gentle, kind, and quietly driven, he shows up week after week simply because he cares.  “I enjoy a day in the park—it’s the greatest thing in the world,” he says.  Whether it’s helping maintain the space with trash pickup on the first and third weekends, or stepping in where he’s needed most, Mike’s approach to volunteering is simple: be helpful, be present, and make a difference in small ways that matter.  A Park That Means Something More  Mike serves as a park ambassador, and he lights up when talking about the families who visit.  “This is the happiest place I know. The energy is amazing,” he says. “It’s incredible to see the little ones—their spirit is so pure, and their energy is so endless… until they crash.”  That joy is what keeps him coming back.  Creating Access, One Swing at a Time  One of Mike’s most meaningful roles is helping guests use the park’s Liberty Swing, which allows individuals who use wheelchairs to experience the simple thrill of swinging—without leaving their chair.  “My wife is in a wheelchair,” Mike shares. “So when I see someone at the park in a chair, I invite them onto the swing.”  It’s a small gesture rooted in empathy, but the impact is profound.  He recalls a family who traveled all the way from Merced so their loved one could try the swing.  “It was absolute joy,” he says.  Inspired by a Lifetime of Learning  Mike’s dedication to service traces back decades. “In a high school world cultures class, I learned that in some cultures, it’s a man’s responsibility to serve the community after his children have grown,” Mike says. “I’ve always believed that’s a duty worth fulfilling.”  Today, his volunteer work reflects not only that commitment, but also a genuine curiosity and respect for people from all walks of life.  Why It Matters  During Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, stories like Mike’s remind us that inclusion isn’t just about design—it’s about people.  People who show up. People who notice others. People who turn empathy into action.  “This is my joy,” Mike says. “This is my happy place.”  And for the countless families who experience a moment of freedom, connection, or pure happiness at the park, Mike is a part of what makes it so special.  -------- Mia's Dream All Abilities Playground is located at 28377 Huntwood Ave, Hayward, CA 94544 Have you been to Mia's Dream? Tell us about it on Facebook or Instagram ! To volunteer, like Mike, check out our  volunteer opportunities and sign up .  To learn more about Measure F1-funded projects and how these investments are working across our parks and facilities, visit our HARD at Work page . Pictured below: Mike and another volunteer, Leslie Qi, demonstrate the Liberty Swing.  Mike and his wife Ruth meet Fireball the steer at Ag Day in Meek Park. Fun Fact: Mike and Ruth met when she taught Line Dancing at H.A.R.D. 30 years ago! Related News Six-Year-Old BMX Rider Finds Her Flow at H.A.R.D.’s Tennyson Park Pump Track Latest News Posted on February 03, 2026 How does a park go from underutilized to a vibrant community hub? 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Registration /QuickLinks.aspx Search Home How Do I Volunteer Volunteer Opportunities Why Volunteer The Hayward Area Recreation and Park District (H.A.R.D.) gives community members the chance to engage and serve their community by volunteering. Volunteers are a valuable part of making our programs better and more fun.  When you volunteer, you can:  Get work experience Earn school credit Learn new skills Make new friends Help others Have fun! We need volunteers to help with our Senior Programs, Special Events, Nature Programs, programs for people with Special Needs, and more.  Getting Involved We have different volunteer spots throughout the year for ages 12 and up. Some jobs may have age requirements, that will be listed. If you have a younger volunteer you would like to join you, please email us at [email protected] .   You can volunteer on your own or as part of a group.   Some special event listings are just for a day, while service projects will require a 6-month or longer commitment.  We also review desired opportunities in the community through the service project application feature. (link to CERVIS Service Projects) If you have an idea for how you want to help, just let us know!  Note: Volunteers with court orders should follow the District process, please email [email protected] for more information.  Get started volunteering in 3 Easy Steps:  Step 1:  Create a new profile or log in to your existing profile. Create a new profile if you do not have one. All of your information is secure and will not be shared with outside parties. Once have created your profile, please do not create a duplicate profile. Log in from the Events page and search for your profile by your email address and update any information that may be out of date. 2. View Available Opportunities Events are one-time opportunities, such as special events. Service Projects are ongoing opportunities, including the Senior Center, Special Needs and Adaptive Programs, Nature Programs and Theatre Ticket Ushers . 3. Sign up to Volunteer Once you have logged into your new or existing profile, go to the listing you are interested in and click on "Register." For one-time Events , you can choose your shift if applicable. Once you have registered, you will receive an email with a confirmation for all the events you signed up for. For ongoing Service Projects , please submit an interest form/application, and then you will be contacted by District staff. Manage your Profile  From either the Events or the Service Projects menu, select "Register for an Event / Apply for a Service Project or Manage Your Profile" to update your contact information, interests, or to view the events you are signed up for.  Important Legal Information  All volunteers for the Hayward Area Recreation & Park District are required to complete a volunteer profile and sign off on the Terms and Conditions prior to participating in any volunteer project or event. Volunteer Agreements for youth under age 18 must be signed off on by a parent or guardian.   Service project volunteers are required to undergo a background check, TB risk assessment, and receive additional onboarding materials or trainings as appropriate for the program area. Volunteers can not begin their service until all onboarding steps have been completed.  Contact  Verification of community service hours are emailed by request upon completion of the volunteer event. 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