Take 150 student lead-ers from Central Cali-fornia high schools,mix in some inspira-tional speakers, some

corporate chief executive offi-cers, add in great ideas fromthose kids, and you get proj-ects that are changing thecountry. Enthusiastic screamspoured out of the auditoriumof the Hugh O’Brian Youth(HOBY) leadership confer-ence. My classmates GrantObenshain, Harmaneet Gilland I felt that by the end ofthe weekend, all three of uswere ready to lead our school,Ridgeview High, and involvemore students in activities andvolunteer work throughout thecommunity.

“HOBY has forever changedmy life that I can only expressby actions and by changingthe world one step at a timewith my newly formed familyand support base,” says Mick-ey Cushine, a HOBY attendeefrom Independence HighSchool.

HOBY was founded in 1958.According to the HOBY web-site: “HOBY’s mission is toinspire and develop our globalcommunity of youth and vol-unteers to a life dedicated toleadership, service and inno-

vation. HOBY programs areconducted annually through-out the United States, servinglocal and international highschool students.”

Through cheers and activi-ties, talent shows and commu-nity service projects, welearned how to help people

reach theirpotentialto make adifferencein society.Sopho-moresfrom pre-viousyears havemade theirmark withcommunityserviceprojectslike Alex’sLemonadeStand, thecreation of

non-profit organizations like“Saint Louis Food Rescue,”and even just walking aroundwith a smile.

The amazing thing about thewhole program was the factthat all 152 of us high schoolstudents could interact witheach other as old friends fromthe moment we stepped into

the world of HOBY. “HOBY changed my life for

the better,” Obenshain said.“HOBY cannot be explainedthrough words; you just HADto be there!” Gill exclaimed.Yes, these phrases are very

cliche, but they ring true inevery case. It was an amazingweekend, filled with spectacu-lar activities, amazing people,and remarkable lessons inleadership; all in all, it wasoutstanding!

We’re all hopeful that we’llmake Bakersfield — and theworld — a better place!

Christopher Mazmanian is astudent leader at RidgeviewHigh School in Southwest Bak-ersfield.

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Hillcrest Memorial Park, alocal Dignity Memorialprovider, is seeking contribu-tions for a time capsule fromthe community to commemo-

rate 50 years of service to Bakersfieldand surrounding communities.

The time capsule will be buried dur-ing a community mixer to celebrateHillcrest’s anniversary, reflect onsome of the area’s most important his-tory, and preserve present-day historyfor future generations. The event isscheduled for 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct.11.

Contributions to the time capsuleare encouraged from communitymembers, businesses, schools, civicgroups and community organizations,and must be received by Oct. 5.

“The heritage and history of ourcommunity, the lives of individuals weserved and of everyone who hashelped shape Bakersfield in the past50 years, are important to us,” saidCurtis Woods, II, general manager ofHillcrest Memorial Park. “It is ourhonor to build this time capsule and tocelebrate 50 years of service with ourentire community.”

Contributions for the capsule shouldreflect the present day history, cultureand lifestyles of Bakersfield and sur-rounding areas, and may be furnishedindividually or by groups. Items

should reflect the spirit of the presentand the unique values and attributesthat form our community. Items canbe homemade or found in the commu-nity such as:

• Items representing groups activein the community — Scouts, churches,historical societies, veterans, schools,clubs, teams, etc.

• Packaging and pricing fromtrendy foods, toys, tools, gadgets orproducts.

• Indicators of current technology— even if the photos from a digitalcamera can’t be downloaded, they tella story about life today.

• Newspapers or magazines showingcurrent events or current trends.

• Photographs, completed journals,scrapbooks, letters, stories, or curren-cy.

The capsule will be buried on Oct.11 under a large oak tree known asthe Founders’ Tree, and marked witha plaque and instructions to be openedin the year 2062. The Founders’ Treewas grown from an acorn planted bySadie A. Lucy, co-founder of HillcrestMemorial Park, 50 years ago. To beincluded, all items must be brought toHillcrest Memorial Park by Friday,Oct. 5.

For more information on the timecapsule and the community celebra-tion, call Michelle Arnold at 366-5766.

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Y O U R S C H O O L S

Students learn community leadership skills at conference

Hillcrest Memorial Park to mark 50years with community celebration

Parkside Church to hostoutdoor service, picnic lunchBY JOSH HEIMILLERCOMMUNITY CONTRIBUTOR

Once a year Parkside Church,at 2515 Church Ave., experi-ences a mass exodus. Butpeople are not leaving thechurch, they are simply

going across the street for Church atthe Park. With chairs and blanketsspread out across the grass and thecover of trees overhead, the annualevent includes upbeat music and amessage from the Bible.

After the worship service, thechurch provides a free lunch and funactivities for all ages.

At last year's event, an inflatablebounce house and an obstacle courseprovided entertainment for the chil-dren. Teenagers had an opportunity toshowcase their skill in the inflatablejousting ring. Adults enjoyed livemusic in the shade.

Church at the Park isn’t just a funevent for church members and theirfamilies. The church sees this event asa bridge to reach the surroundingneighborhood.

“Many people are intimidated to

walk through the doors of a church,” avolunteer said. “But it’s easier to getpeople to come to church at the park.It’s a way that we can bring thechurch to them.”

Members of the congregation postupcoming park events on communitycalendars and distribute door-hangerinvitations in the neighborhood.

The church has hosted other themedevents at the park as well. The firstevent was Christmas at the Parkwhich drew about 80 people. Picnic atthe Park grew to more than 100 peo-ple. After several years of hosting sim-ilar events, Church at the Park consis-tently attracts more 300 people.

“Church at the Park is our way ofshowing God's love to our communi-ty,” Pastor Chris Bennett said. “Wesimply want to provide a free and funevent that the whole family canenjoy.”

This year's Church at the Park eventis at 10:45 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 7. Theevent is open to the community.

For more information, go to Park-side Church's website at www.con-nectgrowreach.org.

Bennett Slegersof Bakersfield,Gary Haagsmaof Bakersfieldand Pete DeJong of Shafterdisplay theircatch on arecent salmonfishing trip inLake Michigan.They caughttheir limit on ahalf-day boatout of Chicago.

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ChristopherMazmanianGuest columnist

PHOTO PROVIDED

Student leaders from Central California high schools — including local students Christopher Mazmanian,Grant Obenshain, and Harmaneet Gill of Ridgeview High School — recently participated in the Hugh O’Bri-an Youth (HOBY) leadership conference where they learned skills to help them become community lead-ers.

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Members and friends of Parkside Church enjoy workship and a picnic lunch at lastyear’s annual “Church at the Park” event. This year’s event is Sunday, October 7. Theevent is free and is open to the public.

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