June 20, 2019
Washington Park Construction is Underway
Phase One of the new Community Center in Washington Park has begun! Phase One includes the development of a new playground, sports court, and picnic area. The project is expected to be completed by January 2020. During construction, there will be detours throughout the park. The City appreciates your patience and understanding during this time.

For more information, contact the Parks and Recreation Department at 650-558-7300, or visit the "New Burlingame Community Center" project page by clicking here.
Stay Current with the City's Projects Story Map

Are you curious about a particular project around town? Learn more by viewing the interactive projects story map online. It currently includes 36 different City-run projects around Burlingame.

This tool maps Community Development, Parks and Recreation, and Public Works projects that are planned, currently under construction, or recently completed. But don't worry, you don't need to know all those details. Just go to the map, zoom into the general location of the project, and click on a project "pin" to learn more. It's quick and easy!
"Share Your 30" Contest

Celebrate the Bay Trail's 30th anniversary by participating in the "Share Your 30" contest. Post your "30" online for a chance to win great prizes. Your "30" can be anything you choose such as 30-minute walks, 30 places, 30 miles, 30 sunsets, 30 best views, and so on. It's up to you how you choose to experience and celebrate the Bay Trail. Learn more about how to participate at baytrail.org/30.
"B6...N32...O73"
Seeking Volunteer Bingo Caller

The Parks and Recreation Department is seeking an ongoing volunteer to call Bingo on Tuesdays from 12:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. If you are interested, or would like more information, please contact Recreation Coordinator Corrie Fuhrman at cfuhrman@burlingame.org, or by calling 650-558-7310. A “job share” may be an option if more than one volunteer is interested in splitting weeks.
Extreme Adventures
Summer Camp Program for 6th - 8th Graders

Is your child look for something fun to do this summer? Sign them up for Extreme Adventures Summer Camp! Spots are still available, but limited.

Extreme Adventures runs from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with the option to add on extended care from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., if needed. Every Wednesday and Friday, Extreme Adventures campers will go on a field trip. New field trips have been added this year! Campers will be visit the Winchester Mystery House, play paintball, go horseback riding, go zip lining at Redwood Tree Canopy Tour, and more! Campers can participate in sports, water activities, outdoor activities, cooking lessons, crafty projects, field trips, and hang out with some of the best camp counselors in town. Summer camp is conveniently located at the Burlingame Recreation Center at 850 Burlingame Ave! Click here to register.
Events Around Town
Fresh Market
Thursdays (through October), 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Sundays (year-round), 9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Park Rd. at Burlingame Ave.

Stop by for a fresh selection of seasonal produce and flowers, including many organic items. There are also retail stalls presenting local products and foods.
Hot Dog & Ice Cream Social (Adults 55+)
Wednesday, July 10, 11:30 a.m.
Burlingame Recreation Center, 850 Burlingame Ave.

Active Adults (age 55+) are invited to a Hot Dog and Ice Cream Social. There will be a free hot dog lunch, followed by ice cream sundaes. Come meet old and new friends while enjoying some classic American treats. This is a free event, but advance RSVP is required by calling 650-558-7300.  
Social Justice Sewing Academy Teen Event
Saturday, June 22, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Lane Room, Burlingame Main Library, 480 Primrose Rd.

The Social Justice Sewing Academy empowers youth to become agents of social change by using textile art as a vehicle for personal transformation and community cohesion. All materials will be supplied and no experience is required. Sign up here! Click here to learn more about this project.
Save the Date – Annual Garden Show
Sunday, June 30, 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
792 Willborough Road

Plan to visit Burlingame’s historic Willborough neighborhood during John Ward’s annual garden show featuring a wide plant palette with unusual perennials and vines, container gardening, and antique ironwork. Visitors will see more than 1,000 plant species in beds and containers throughout the landscape, including a striking succulent garden! Chris Takemori of Golden Nursery will present insights and tips on good gardening techniques at 3:00 p.m. Proceeds will benefit the Burlingame Library Foundation and CALL Primrose.  
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