July 3, 2019
City Offices Closed Tomorrow

City offices will be closed this Thursday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. We wish you a safe and happy holiday.
Discharge or Possession of Fireworks is Illegal

The Burlingame Police Department and the Central County Fire Department would like to remind you that it is illegal to discharge fireworks or to have fireworks in your possession in Burlingame. The Burlingame Police Department will enforce this fireworks ban, which includes "safe and sane" fireworks. 

Residents should immediately report all illegal use of fireworks directly to the non-emergency telephone number of the Burlingame Police Department at 650-777-4100. If you believe that there may be a fire or medical emergency related to the use of fireworks, call 9-1-1. 

Please have a safe and happy Fourth of July weekend, and thank you for keeping Burlingame safe!
Welcome New Businesses!

The City of Burlingame encourages you to support and shop at our local businesses - old and new. We welcome the following new businesses.
  
New Businesses in the Broadway District

New Businesses in the Burlingame Avenue District
  • Sisters Kitchen, 270 Lorton Avenue

In the Works and Coming Soon

If no website is listed, we were unable to find one at the time this newsletter was produced.
National Night Out is Tuesday, August 6, 2019
Invite Burlingame Police Officers to Your Neighborhood's Event

On Tuesday, August 6, neighborhoods throughout Burlingame are invited to join forces with thousands of other communities nationwide for the National Night Out crime prevention event. National Night Out is sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch and is co-sponsored locally by the Burlingame Police Department. Over 15,000 communities from all 50 states are expected to participate in this year’s “America’s Night Out Against Crime".

From 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., people in neighborhoods throughout Burlingame are asked to turn on their outside lights and spend the evening outdoors with neighbors. Many neighborhoods will be hosting a variety of special events such as block parties and cook outs.

If you plan on hosting a neighborhood event and would like to invite members of the Burlingame Police Department to visit, please contact Captain Bob Boll by calling 650-777-4177, or emailing boll@burlingamepolice.org 
Sign Up for a Green House Call

Green House Calls are provided by local young professionals who have completed an in-depth training program. During your appointment, you will receive the following for free:
  • A home energy and water efficiency assessment
  • Installation of efficient LEDs, shower heads, and faucet aerators
  • Information about the BayREN Home+ program, which offers financial assistance and cash rebates for home energy improvements

Call 510-665-1501 to sign up for an appointment between July 2 and August 9. Click here to visit the Rising Sun website and learn more about Green House Calls. No income qualification is required. This service is only available for those living in single family homes and multifamily 2-4 plexes.
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.
Internet Basics for Adults & Seniors
Thursday, July 11
Session 1: 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Session 2: 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Tech Lab, Burlingame Main Library, 480 Primrose Rd.

Learn the basics of web browser navigation buttons, tabbed browsing, and plug-ins. No sign-up is required. The same content will be taught at both sessions. This class is free and open to the public. Call 650-558-7400 ext. 2 with questions.
Music in the Park
The Houserockers , Rock n' Roll and Funk Band
Sunday, July 7, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Washington Park, 850 Burlingame Ave.

The Music in the Park concert series is brought to you by the Burlingame Parks and Recreation Department, Veolia Water, and Facebook. All concerts are free!  Bring your chair or blanket. Food, beer, and wine will be available for purchase. There will be face painting, a food vendor, and sweet treats. Also, the Burlingame Art Society will be on-site hosting open houses at each concert to display some of their amazing artwork. Check out the City’s  Music in the Park web page for more details! 
Community Events (events not sponsored by the City of Burlingame)
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