More than 700 Department of Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services volunteers were honored at the Annual Volunteer Appreciation event held at Happy Hollow Park & Zoo (HHPZ) on April 26. The celebration included Adopt-A-Park, Anti-Litter/Anti-Graffiti, community center, senior program, and HHPZ volunteers. Volunteers enjoyed a BBQ dinner and HHPZ’s animals, puppet show and amusement rides. City Council and PRNS Executive Staff expressed gratitude for the volunteers' work. Twelve awards were presented to individuals, neighborhood associations and groups for their contributions to the San José community. For more information, please contact Justin Long, PRNS Deputy Director, at (408) 793-5579.