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The community is invited to enjoy the final 2016 art gallery presentation of two dimensional fine art exhibits. This juried event highlights works of art, in acrylics, watercolors, oils, and graphics, created by local and Bay Area artists. Selected works will be available for purchase. An extended exhibit of the award-winning art will be on display in the SSF Municipal Services Building atrium window in November.
The two-day event will take place Friday, October 14, from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. and Saturday, October 15, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The event location is the Betty Weber Gallery and Community room, at the SSF Municipal Services Building, 33 Arroyo Drive, in South San Francisco. It is open to the public, and admission is free.
For information, visit the Cultural Arts - News & Events webpage or contact the South San Francisco Parks and Recreation Department at (650) 829-3800
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On Thursday, October 13 from 12:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m., join us at the Magnolia Center and a representative from the South San Francisco Building Division for a very informative presentation on how to choose the right contractor for your home repairs. Know your rights so you don't become a victim of fraud. They will provide you with techniques on how to go about hiring a contractor and what questions you need to ask before signing a contract.
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The 36th Annual Holiday Boutique sponsored by South San Francisco Senior Services will be held on Friday, November 4 from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at the Municipal Services Building, 33 Arroyo Drive in South San Francisco.
This event features hand crafted as well as commercially produced items for sale. This includes unique jewelry, hand painted items, candles and soaps, greeting cards, fragrances, a snack booth, and more! Admission is free.
For further information, please call (650) 829-3820.
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Extraordinary new utility box murals may soon be coming to a neighborhood near you. This fall mural installations are scheduled to pop up at Mission Road and Evergreen Drive, Grand Avenue and Magnolia Avenue, Maple and Baden Avenue, South Spruce Avenue and Huntington Avenue, and near 701 Gateway Blvd.
The Utility Box Mural Project allows artists and creative community members the opportunity to highlight and share their artistry while creating pleasant public spaces and deterring graffiti. Generous donations for this project are courtesy of Kelly-Moore Paints in South San Francisco.
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Join the South San Francisco Improving Public Places Committee and the Parks and Recreation Department for a wreath making workshop on Sunday, December 4th. Workshop leaders will help you create a gorgeous natural holiday wreath with fresh greens harvested from South San Francisco parks! This workshop is a fundraiser for the Improving Public Places Committee, so not only will you learn the technique and leave with a beautiful wreath, but you can feel great about contributing to civic beautification. Registration is $25.00 per person, but spaces are limited so be sure to register early. Contact the Recreation office for more details (650) 829-3800.
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This Fall the Recreation Department is offering three separate drop-in Zumba classes. Morning classes are offered Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:15 a.m.-10:15 a.m., at the Joseph Fernekes Recreation Building at Orange Memorial Park. A new evening drop-in Zumba class is now being offered on Thursdays from 5:15 p.m.-6:15 p.m. in the Marie Peterson Room at the Municipal Services Building. With a drop-in fee of $5.00 per class, these are not to be missed. Instructor, Stephanie King will have you moving to the music in these fun, fast paced classes.
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The Parks and Recreation Department thanks the following organizations for their generous donations toward the 2016 Concert in the Park!
- Genentech
- Matagrano Inc.
- South San Francisco Scavenger Co.
- South San Francisco Rotary Club
- South San Francisco Host Lions Club
- Kaiser Permanente
- First National Bank of Northern California
- Garden Chapel
- Kiwanis Club of South San Francisco
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Try out the latest sport sweeping the nation: Pickleball. Fall drop-in classes will be held on Mondays from 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Terrabay Gymnasium beginning on September 12th. Drop-In fee is $5.00. Script cards are currently on sale at the Recreation Office. An instructor will be present to teach you how to play and provide you with some tips. Come see for yourself what the excitement is all about!
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Fall Classes have begun, but it's not too late to register! Choose from your favorite exercise classes or explore something new.
Visit our website to see our class offerings and register at the Parks and Recreation Office before it's too late!
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We heard your feedback at the Measure W Town Hall for more lunchtime programs, and now we're delivering!
Are you looking to squeeze in some exercise during your lunchbreak? The Parks and Recreation Department has you covered. This fall you can choose from two new lunchtime fitness classes, Stretch & Tone or Osteo Pilates. These 45 minute classes are sure to release any tensions from your busy schedule and leave you regenerated for the remainder of your work day. For assistance, registration help, or more information, please contact the Parks and Recreation Department a (650) 829-3800.
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The 43rd Annual Thanksgiving Fun Run will take place on Saturday, November 19 at 340 Point San Bruno Blvd, South San Francisco at 9:00 am. Registration opens October 3rd at the Parks and Recreation Office, 33 Arroyo Dr., and priority enrollment will end November 6th. Race day registration will be accepted and registered participants will receive a t-shirt and will be entered into a drawing for some great prizes. Trophies and medals will be awarded after the run.
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For more information on our offerings, including sample room diagrams, fees, and room capacities, please visit the rentals website at www.ssf.net. You can reach our rentals team at (650) 829-3800 or by emailing FacilityRequests@ssf.net.
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Saturdays, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Orange Memorial Park
The South San Francisco Farmers' Market is back at Orange Memorial Park from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. every Saturday until October 29th. The farmers' market accepts WIC-FMNP coupons for families and seniors and CalFresh-EBT. Visit the Pacific Coast Farmers' Market Association here for seasonal recipes and more information. You can also "like" PCFMA on Facebook for regular updates.
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Grand Avenue Library Celebration
Saturday, October 15th 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Grand Avenue Library Centennial and Re-Opening Celebration
Providing library services to the residents of South San Francisco for 100 years!
On Saturday, October 15, 2016, celebrate 100 years of libraries in South San Francisco and the re-opening of the Grand Avenue Library. Festivities begin at 10:00 a.m., and will feature a ribbon-cutting, entertainment, refreshments, collection and history room highlights, and family-friendly activities.
The renovated library will include mobile shelving for greater space flexibility, more power outlets and computers, increased wireless bandwidth, an outdoor patio reading area, the addition of a second ADA accessible public restroom and accessible exit from the adult area.
The library staff, the
Library Board
members, along with our
Friends of the Library
are looking forward to bringing our diverse community the best library services and programming for another 100 years.
Adult Programs
Saturday, October 8th, 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale: Fall in Love with a Book
Support the Friends of the Library by coming to our book sale and purchasing used books! The Fall Book Sale will take place on Saturday, October 8, 2016 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium, 840 West Orange Ave. Spend $30 dollars, get a free book bag!
Friday, October 14th at 3:00 p.m.
Teatime Author Talk: Dietrich Kalteis
Come to the library for an afternoon talk and tea with Vancouver, BC author Dietrich Kalteis who will read from his latest book "House of Blazes", a historical fiction novel set in San Francisco during the 1906 earthquake. Refreshments will be provided.
Tuesday October 18th at 6:00 p.m.
Ariel Cherbowsky, San Bruno Mountain Watch-Colma Creek
Ariel Cherbowsky, San Bruno Mountain Watch's Stewardship Coordinator, will be giving a visual presentation covering the cultural and natural history of Colma Creek, San Bruno Mountain's most significant waterway, as well as the creek restoration efforts undertaken in the 21st century.
Saturday, October 29th at 2:00 p.m.
GLBT Historical Society Archive Talk
October celebrates LGBT History Month, and the Bay Area has much history to celebrate. We welcome members from San Francisco's GLBT Historical Society for a casual lecture about the history of the organization within the context of the social, political, and cultural climate of San Francisco in the 1980s. Learn from the GLBT Historical Society about how the archives work, why they are important and how they can be accessed. Founded in 1985, they are recognized
internationally as a leader in the field of GLBT public history. The GLBT Historical Society is registered 501 (c)3 educational nonprofit organization.
Sunday October 30th at 2:30 p.m.
Speaker Series: Dana Lombardy - Knights of the Sky - The First Fighter Planes
2014-2018 is the 100th anniversary of World War One. The war in the air has been popularized by Snoopy ("Curse you, Red Baron!"), and remembered as the idealized or "noble" combat in four years of mind-numbing slaughter. But the true story about the fighter aircraft and aces is a fascinating tale of technological achievements and fierce competition for control of the skies. Dana Lombardy, owner of Lombardy Studios, has appeared on multiple episodes of The History Channel's "Tales of the Gun" series, and publishes World War One Illustrated magazine for the non-profit World War One Historical Association.
Children's Programs
Wednesday, October 12th at 4:30 p.m.
Speaker Series: Dr. Thomas Aller - Safeguarding Your Child's Eyes
We welcome families and people of all-ages for a special children's craft and speaker event with San Bruno optometrist,
Dr. Thomas Aller
, who will discuss ways parents can help safeguard their children's eyes with prevention and care.
Monday, October 31st at 6 p.m.
Halloween Family Storytime: A Spooktacular Costume Party
Celebrate the Halloween with friends and family during our spooktacular costume party filled with not-so-scary stories, rhymes, songs, dance, food, and goodies.
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The Parks and Recreation Department is hosting monthly "nights of fun" for young people with disabilities. On October 18, come in costume for a Halloween party. On November 8, join us for a thanksgiving potluck dinner, and on December 20, join us for dinner and a Kris Kringle gift exchange. All events are $5 and held at the Magnolia Center, 601 Grand Ave. Please RSVP in advance. For more information, contact Kelli Jo or Laura at (650) 875-6900.
