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Free Parking at 161 Highland Parking Garage Through September 21
Good news Burlingame! 64 parking spaces are now available for pubic use at the new City parking structure currently under construction at 161 Highland Avenue. Because this is a "soft opening" of the 368-space garage, which will fully open on September 22, please note:
- The Highland Avenue vehicle and pedestrian entrances are open.
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The Lorton Avenue vehicle entrance is closed.
- There is a 10-hour parking limit (signs will be posted), and the Police Department will enforce this requirement.
- Parking is not permitted between the hours of 12:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. (signs will be posted).
- The electric vehicle charging stalls are available; payment can be made via the downloadable Powerflex app.
- Parking fees are being waived through September 21.
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Interested in Serving on the Mosquito & Vector Control District Board of Trustees?
Are you interested in finding a way to participate in your community? Then consider applying to fill the vacant Burlingame seat on the San Mateo County Mosquito & Vector Control District Board!
WHAT THAT ENTAILS: As a member of the Board of Trustees, you will act as a representative for Burlingame, assisting the District in making decisions that shape and mold the District’s public health program for the citizens of the District. You also will provide the Burlingame City Council with regular program information in regard to your position on the Board.
WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS: You must be a Burlingame resident. You must be at least 21 years old. You do not need any experience in biology or any other health-related sciences to be a valuable member.
HOW OFTEN DO YOU SERVE: The City council can appoint you to either a two-year or four-year term. The regular Board meetings are held on the second Wednesday of each month, beginning at 6:00 p.m. The next Board meeting will be held on October 13, 2021.
The City’s application deadline is October 15, 2021. Applications are available on the City website at www.burlingame.org (under the Government/Commissions page). If you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact Ana Silva in the City Manager’s Office at 650-558-7204.
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Sign Up for the Burlingame Gazette Newsletter
Are you interested in learning more about senior and older adult programs at the Burlingame Recreation Center? Would you be interested in day trips throughout the Bay Area, community resources, and other helpful information? Then sign up for the Burlingame Gazette newsletter! The Burlingame Gazette can be mailed to your home or your email inbox. Subscribe by calling 650-558-7300, or emailing cfuhrman@burlingame.org. |
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Burlingame Library Virtual Homework Center
The Burlingame Library Virtual Homework Center is open every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. beginning Monday, September 13 through Wednesday, November 17, 2021, except on Monday, October 11.
Kindergarteners through 8th graders will be paired with a Teen Mentor (with a 3.5+ GPA), who can assist with reading, writing, science, math, and languages including Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Korean, French, Turkish, and Tamil.
Please email Teen Librarian Jenny with any questions at miner@plsinfo.org.
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The Fresh Market!
Thursdays, 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Sundays, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Park Road at Burlingame Avenue
Please continue to follow these important tips for shopping the Fresh Market:
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Leave your pets at home, please. By order of the San Mateo County Health Department, no dogs are allowed in Burlingame’s Fresh Market.
- Come to the market in good health; please stay home if unwell.
- Wash hands/ refrain from touching your face.
- Wash all produce before consumption.
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Fall Yoga Storytime at City Hall
Saturday, September 18 at 10:00am
Lawn in front of City Hall at 501 Primrose Rd.
Join Miss Jenny for in-person Yoga Storytime on the lawn in front of City Hall! Come build literacy skills and healthy bodies at the same time with stories, songs, yoga poses, and breathing exercises!
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Virtual Summit: National Small Business Week
Monday, September 13 – Wednesday, September 15
Attend this free, online event hosted by the U.S. Small Business Administration to learn new business strategies, meet other business owners, and chat with industry experts!
This three-day, action-packed event will include educational webinars, updates on resources for small businesses, and a networking chat room for business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs.
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Free Classes for Businesses
Offered by the Northern California Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
Financing Your Business
September 16, 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Don't miss this exclusive webinar on funding foundations for your business.
Marketing Your Business
September 23, 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Attend this educational webinar to learn the fundamental principles of marketing and how best to apply those principles to empower you to create your own marketing efforts for your small business. Learn more & register here. |
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Community Updates (events not sponsored by the City of Burlingame)
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Shop Burlingame - your tax dollars support City services!
A message from the Burlingame/SFO Chamber of Commerce
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