June 17 — BBQ with Badges brings youth, families and first responders together in Fillmore

Image courtesy of One Step A La Vez.

Community BBQ aims to strengthen neighborhood relationships through food, games, and positive engagement

FILLMORE — One Step A La Vez and the Youth Advisory Council invite community members to attend BBQ with Badges, a family-friendly community gathering designed to foster positive relationships between local youth, families, law enforcement, and first responders. Attendees will enjoy free food, games, and opportunities to connect with representatives from local police and fire departments in a welcoming environment.

WHO:

  • One Step A La Vez Youth Advisory Council
  • Local Police Department personnel
  • Local Fire Department personnel
  • Youth and families
  • Community leaders and partners

WHEN:
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

WHERE:
Central Park
250 Central Avenue
Fillmore, CA 93015

WHY:
BBQ with Badges creates meaningful opportunities for youth and community members to engage directly with first responders outside of emergency situations. Through shared experiences, conversation, and community-building activities, the event aims to strengthen trust, improve communication, and foster a safer, more connected community.

About One Step A La Vez
One Step A La Vez is dedicated to empowering youth and strengthening communities through leadership development, mentoring, education, and family engagement programs that create pathways to success and positive community impact. For more information please visit: MyOneStep.org