Japanese Garden

In 1959, “Duke” Yoshimura came to work in Micke Grove Park and asked Mr. William Micke for permission to build a Japanese Garden for the Japanese community to show solidarity with the people of San Joaquin County.

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March 27, 2026
Now Launching: Parks and Recreation College Internship Program!

San Joaquin County Parks & Recreation is excited to launch our new College Internship Program in partnership with our Human Resources Division and San Joaquin County’s Internship Program.

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  • March 4, 2026
    Your Feedback Matters: Take the Parks and Recreation Survey!
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  • March 4, 2026
    Micke Grove Regional Park closed until 12 p.m. on March 28
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  • February 2, 2026
    Fishing Dock Now Open at Westgate Landing
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Featured Events
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The Micke Grove Easter Egg Hunt
March 28, 2026 | 10 AM — 1 PM

SOLD OUT! No tickets available at gate, park closed during event.

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3rd Saturday Garden Work Party
April 18, 2026 | 9 AM — 11 AM

Grab your gloves and come join our 3rd Saturday Garden Work Party on Saturday, March 21, April 18 and May 16 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Nature Center at Shumway Oak Grove Regional Park. Come help us trim the trail, prep the pollinator garden or wipe the webs from the Nature Center!

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