On Friday, January 27, State Senator Jerry Hill, returns for his 9th annual card making event, "Valentines for the Troops." Senator Hill will arrive at the Magnolia Center at 10:00 a.m. to thank the volunteers who have created valentine cards with special well wishes for the troops.  Troops from the National Guard and the 129th Rescue Wing, Moffett Federal Airfield will also be present, making cards that will be sent to over 1,000 servicemen and women who are currently serving in the California National Guard.  Breakfast will be served at 9:00 a.m. to the first 40 participants who sign up at the Magnolia Center.  Please contact Laura Gigi with the Parks and Recreation Department at (650) 829-3816 or email laura.gigi@ssf.net if you wish to join us for this worthwhile event.

Orange Pool reopens on January 2 following completion of annual maintenance and staff training during the entire month of December!

If you have any questions, please contact Aquatics Program staff at (650) 875-6973.

Alluding to life's constant movement, the mural at Grand and Magnolia is comprised of captivating images in shades of gray and purple. The piece titled, "Through the Wind," is the creation of South San Francisco native, Nicholas Serrano.

 

A tribute to different aspects of the South San Francisco community is the theme of "Straight out of SSF," by artist Grace Furci and students from the SSF Adult Transition Program. Located near the BART station at Mission and Evergreen, commuters and community are welcomed with colorful images of city iconography mixed with textual aspirations.

 

You are invited to meet the 2016 utility box mural artists. They will receive recognition at the 2017 Photography Exhibit on Friday, February 10. The exhibit runs from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., acknowledgements will occur midway through the evening. It is free and open to the public.

 

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. Donations, for this project, are courtesy of Kelly-Moore Paints in South San Francisco.

 

For locations and a brochure of past utility box murals and other public art installations, visit the Cultural Arts - Public Art webpage. Or contact the Parks & Recreation office at (650) 829-3800 for more information on this and other cultural arts programs.

SSF Parks and Recreation in partnership with AARP will be offering free income tax assistance by trained volunteers at the Magnolia Center, 601 Grand Avenue, 1st Floor. Simple tax returns only.

   

Appointments are required . Days and times are as follows:

Mondays 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (February 6 - April 10)

Tuesdays 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (February 7 - April 11)

Saturdays 10:00 a.m. -1:30 p.m. (February 18 - April 15)

 

To schedule an appointment, call our AARP tax line at (650) 534-2224 .

The Cultural Arts Commission's 2017 Photography Exhibit takes place on February 10 and 11. The gallery exhibit features artistic photography taken by local and Bay Area artists. Selected works will be available for purchase. An extended exhibit of award-winning works in the Municipal Services Building atrium display window follows the event.

 

Entries are invited. Delivery deadline is Wednesday, February 8, between 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. On that date, completed applications, artwork and fees should be hand-delivered to the Betty Weber Gallery at 33 Arroyo Drive. For complete entry requirements and application  visit the Current Opportunities for Artists webpage  or send a self-addressed and stamped envelope to Cultural Arts Show c/o SSF Parks & Recreation Department, P.O. Box 711 South San Francisco, CA 94083-0711.

 

The exhibit opens on Friday, February 10, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. It continues on Saturday, February 11, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The location is at the SSF Municipal Services Building, 33 Arroyo Drive. Admission is free.

 

For more information, visit the Cultural Arts webpage   or contact the South San Francisco Parks & Recreation Department at (650) 829-3800.

The Cultural Arts Commission sponsors a series of annual art gallery exhibits designed to showcase the visual creativity of local and Bay Area artists. Join the commission for the following 2017 art gallery events. A Photography Exhibit, on February 10 and 11, will launch the art gallery program. March 31 and April 1 features the 17th presentation of the Youth Art Show, with visual art exhibits by SSF Unified School District students from kindergarten through high school, and youth performing arts. Fine art in two-dimensional painting is featured at the General Art Show on July 14 and 15. Quilting and other fiber arts will be showcased October 13 and 14. Also, mark your calendars for the annual Cultural Arts Barbeque on Sunday, August 27. This important fundraising event supports cultural art programs in South San Francisco.

 

Visit the Cultural Arts webpage  throughout the year for updated information on the 2017 art gallery events, as well as, other upcoming cultural art opportunities and activities. Inquiries regarding cultural arts programs should be directed to Ercie Santos, Cultural Arts Specialist, at the SSF Parks & Recreation Department office.  

Are you hoping to exercise a bit more in 2017, but are unsure about finding enough time to commit?  Check out the Drop-In Fitness classes offered this Winter Session.  Classes are just $5.00, no prior registration is required, simply drop-in when convenient with your schedule.  Choose from Pickleball, Pilates or Zumba.  Each class is taught by an enthusiastic instructor ready to help keep you moving in 2017.