Upcoming Events

Santa Comes to Town

Saturday, December 6, 2025

City Hall

400 Grand Avenue, South San Francisco

SSF Parks and Recreation invites you to the annual Santa Comes to Town event! It will take place on Saturday, December 6, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at City Hall located at 400 Grand Avenue. Santa will be making his magical entrance aboard one of South San Francisco's fire engines. 

NEW this year, tickets will be handed out after Santa's arrival with designated time slots for families to return to see Santa.



Explore the downtown neighborhood and enjoy holiday treats from local businesses while you wait for your visit with Santa. This event is free to the public. Please dress appropriately as this event is rain or shine.

To follow along on the latest updates for Santa's arrival, go to www.ssfca.gov/PandREvents.

Improving Public Places

Wreath Workshop - Spaces Limited!

Saturday, December 13, 2025

Celebrate the season at our annual holiday Wreath Workshop on Saturday, December 13! Create a beautiful, fresh wreath. All materials are provided, including greens, cones, berries, ribbon, and more. Enjoy a festive atmosphere while supporting the Improving Public Places group – your participation helps fund local beautification projects!

Even though our sessions are full or almost full we still have plenty of spaces for our "Take Home" Kits. Reserve your pickup time at www.ssfca.gov/rec-catalog.

Take-home wreath kits include greens, a wreath ring, wire, and a pre-made bow. Pick up supplies on the Fernekes Building patio and host your own wreath-making gathering with friends and family! Cost for "Take Home" kits is $27.25

South San Francisco Civic Ballet presents

“The Nutcracker”

Saturday, December 20 at 1:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m.

Sunday, December 21 at 1:00 p.m.

Join the South San Francisco Civic Ballet program for an enchanting performance of The Nutcracker. This year will feature three performances on Saturday, December 20 at 1:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m. and Sunday, December 21 at 1:00 p.m. at the South San Francisco High School Theater. Experience a dazzling performance where dancers take you through the magical land of Clara's dream. 

For the latest updates and ticket information for this special presentation, visit www.ssfca.gov/PandREvents.

Holiday Closures

City offices, community centers, and recreation programs will be closed for the holidays. We wish everyone a joyful holiday season. Please see below for more information regarding the closures:

December 22, 2025 - January 2, 2026

• Siebecker Preschool
• Westborough Preschool
• Little Steps Preschool

December 22, 2025 - January 3, 2026

• Roberta Cerri Teglia Center

December 24, 2025 - January 2, 2026

• Library | Parks & Recreation Center, Administrative Office*
• Terrabay Gymnasium and Recreation Center
• Alice Peña Bulos Center
• Joseph A. Fernekes Recreation Building

December 24, 2025 - January 4, 2026

• Orange Pool

If you need to report an urgent issue during our closure related to a City park or facility, please call (650) 829-3837 or email parks@ssfca.gov.

Registration for recreation classes will still be available online at www.ssfca.gov/rec-catalog during the closure period. Visit us online at www.ssfca.gov/parksandrec.

*Visit www.ssfca.gov/library for Library hours at the Library | Parks and Recreation Center.

Recreation Updates

Give the Gift of SSF Pride this Holiday Season

Looking for a meaningful holiday gift that celebrates our City’s creative spirit? Pick up a South San Francisco t-shirt featuring a striking rendering of the iconic Wind Harp, a monumental 92-foot-tall sculpture that crowns the bayfront. Designed in 1967 by renowned artists Aristides Demetrios and Lucia Eames, the Wind Harp is one of the world’s largest aeolian harps, transforming Bay Area winds into soft, musical tones.

T-shirts are available in sizes S–3XL for just $20, with proceeds supporting the Cultural Arts Commission’s fundraising efforts. Purchase yours at the Parks and Recreation Administrative Office (3rd floor of the Library | Parks &Recreation Center) during business hours, Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. 

For more information about the Cultural Arts Commission visit www.ssfca.gov/CulturalArts.      

 2026 Winter Session: Recreation Classes

Save the date for the Winter 2026 Classes registration days. The Winter 2026 session will begin on Monday, January 5 and run through March 8. The Winter Activity Guide is available now.

• Monday, December 1, 2025: Resident registration begins at 6:00 a.m. online. In-person resident registration will begin at 8:00 a.m. at the Recreation Office located at 901 Civic Campus Way. 
• Monday, December 15, 2025: Non-resident registration begins at 6:00 a.m. online. In-person non-resident registration will begin at 8:00 a.m. at the Recreation Office located at 901 Civic Campus Way.
• Monday, January 5, 2026: Winter session classes begin.

To prepare for your registration date, please create and/or update your accounts online. If you require additional assistance, please contact the Recreation Office at (650) 829-3800 or email web-rec@ssfca.gov.

Aquatics Winter Registration

All registrations open at 6:00 a.m. online and in-person at Orange Pool unless noted otherwise. Online registration is highly recommended. Aquatics class offerings are subject to change during the winter session due to the opening of the new Orange Memorial Park Aquatic Center.

Session 1 (All Classes)

Resident: Monday, December 15, 2025 

Non-resident: Wednesday December 17, 2025

Session 2 (Monday/Wednesday & Tuesday & Thursday Evening Only)

Resident: Friday, January 30, 2026 

Non-resident: Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 8:00 a.m.

For more information go to www.ssfca.gov/aquatics, email

web-rec@ssfca.gov, or call (650) 875-6973.

New ssfca.gov addresses!

You may have noticed our new email addresses and domains have changed slightly. This change was required by a new law that was passed that mandates all public facing websites and emails to transition to a .gov domain. This policy is part of a broader effort to increase the security, trustworthiness, and transparency of government digital services. Don't worry if you are still using our old ssf.net as for now they will still be forwarded on to the new ssfca.gov addresses.

Aquatic Updates

Did you know....

Orange Pool is available for rentals. What a great way to celebrate a winter birthday or get a group of families together for a fun pool party. Rentals are available on Saturdays from 2:45 p.m. – 4:15 p.m., 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m., or from 2:45 p.m. – 5:45 p.m.

Rentals are reserved on a first-come, first-served basis, and booking is easy – you can reserve your spot via email or in-person at Orange Pool! Just contact Aquatics Supervisor, Brian Noce, at Brian.Noce@ssfca.gov., visit www.ssfca.gov/aquatics, or call (650) 875-6973.

Senior Program Updates

A wide range of programs are offered for adults 50 and older at the Roberta Cerri Teglia Center, Library |Parks and Recreation Center, and Alice Bulos Community Center. Please see below for this month's schedule.

Program offerings at the Roberta Cerri Teglia Center

601 Grand Avenue

The center will be closed December 22, 2025 - January 3, 2026

Program Offerings at the Alice Pena Bulos Center

2380 Galway Drive

The center will be closed December 22, 2025 - January 2, 2026

Program Offerings at the Library|Parks & Recreation Center

901 Civic Campus Way

No classes scheduled December 22, 2025 - January 2, 2026

Senior Connections Newsletter

Please click below for the November/December Senior Connections newsletter.

The Parks and Recreation Department's Congregate Lunch Program is subsidized by funds through the Older American Act and generous funding from Kaiser Permanente. There is a voluntary contribution for meals, but everyone 60 years old and over are welcome, regardless of ability to contribute. Meals are catered by Moon Chef in South San Francisco and will be served every Tuesday & Thursday from 12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. by our staff and volunteers. All meals meet the nutrition guidelines set by San Mateo County Health. 

All luncheons have limited space and advanced reservations are required. Reservations can be made the last Tuesday of the month. You must have a completed application to participate.  

For more information, please call (650) 829-3820.

December Menu

Resource and Referrals

The holiday season can be difficult for some. Senior Services provides information and referrals to community-based organizations and partner agencies for older adults, their families, and caregivers who are in need of assistance or support. Information on health, financial, legal, housing, and other difficulties that affect their quality of life are available. 

Call (650) 829-3820 or visit our website's resource and referral tab at www.ssfca.gov/seniors.

Sports Program Updates

Orange Memorial Park Sports Field Schedule

Open hours are for public drop-in only and not for organized league play. Open hours are also posted on the kiosks around the field.

Terrabay Gymnasium Open Gym Schedule

6th Grade Basketball Camp

Friday, January 30, 2026

Terrabay Gymnasium & Recreation Cetner

1121 South San Francisco Drive, South San Francisco

Basketball Camp is a one-day program designed to provide players with training and development opportunities. For those interested in registering for the evaluation day this is an excellent opportunity to build your skills.

Girls camp will begin at 4:30 p.m. and Boys at 6:30 p.m. Online registration is required. Go to www.ssfca.gov/rec-catalog or call (650) 829-4680.

Middle School Sports

6th Grade Basketball Evaluations

Monday, February 2, 2026

Terrabay Gymnasium & Recreation Center

1121 South San Francisco Drive, South San Francisco

Evaluations for 6th grade basketball assess key skills and overall performance in developing teams. Players will be assessed on their shooting, dribbling, passing and defensive skills and placed on appropriate teams.

Girls evaluations are from 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Boys evaluations are from 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Online registration is required. Go to www.ssfca.gov/rec-catalog or call (650) 829-4680.

Cultural Arts Updates

 “What Is Love?” Art Show

Call for Entries

Online Entry Form Available: Mid December 2025

Online Entry Deadline: Thursday, January 22, 2026

Artists are invited to explore their unique perspectives on love in this first of four quarterly art gallery exhibits of 2026. The juried exhibit is open to San Francisco Bay Area residents, 16 years and older. Eligible mediums include two-dimensional and three-dimensional art. The non-refundable online art entry fee is $5.00 per entry. For complete entry guidelines, show information and online entry form, visit: www.ssfca.gov/CulturalArts, select Current Opportunities for Artists.

The art show opening weekend is February 6 and 7. Additional open gallery hours run from February 9 through February 27. The gallery is closed on Monday, February 16. It takes place at the Library | Parks and Recreation Center, 901 Civic Campus Way, 3^rd Floor Gallery Room. Admission to the show and gallery is free.

Job Openings

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make an impact? Come work in South San Francisco!

Recreation & Community Services Program Coordinator

Full of Fun Program

Salary: $39.59- $48.12 per hour

Benefits: This is an hourly, part-time, non-benefitted position

Full of Fun Camp is a program for teens and young adults with disabilities. Full of Fun Camp operates for 3 weeks during the summer from 9:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. and once a month during the school year with our Nights of Fun.

Coordinator Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervises and evaluates employees and volunteers; may assist in recruiting, interviewing, and selecting employees; ensures the orientation of staff to the center’s basic philosophy, policies, and programs.
• Works cooperatively with staff, families, clients, school district employees, and other public- and private-sector staff and volunteers; coordinates with appropriate agencies to ensure that necessary services are provided to clients.
• Assists in developing, implementing, and coordinating the day-to-day program operations.
• Assists with public relations duties such as preparing and distributing flyers, press releases, brochures, social media announcements, and other marketing materials.
• Assists in financial management of the program by collecting revenues.
• Identifies, conducts, and provides for staff training as required/needed.

For more information, contact Kasey Jo Kelly, Senior Services Program Supervisor, at kaseyjo.kelly@ssfca.gov or call (650) 829-3822.

Adult Day Care/Senior Services Program Leader

Recreation Leader III

Salary: Recreation Leader III $21.77 - $26.46 per hour

Benefits: This is an hourly, part-time, non-benefitted position

The City of South San Francisco operates an Adult Day Care program that enables frail and/or impaired older adults with disabilities, such as Alzheimer’s, stroke, or Parkinson’s to remain in the community. Participants are assisted in maximizing their abilities to maintain their physical, emotional, and social functioning, encouraging the highest level of independence. The Adult Day Care program offers a structured activity program, including bingo, entertainment, daily exercise, special events, and a chance to make new friends.



Duties and Responsibilities - Typical job duties include, but are not limited to:

• Assess individual client needs, group needs and plan activities to meet these individual needs in a group setting.
• Follow all health and safety procedures as designated by the City program regulations and when working in Adult Day Care Community Care Licensing regulations.
• Maintains excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Supervise the daily operation and safety of the clients.
• Lifting and moving equipment, tables and chairs.
• Custodial duties entail sweeping, wet mopping, cleaning tables and chairs, kitchen, walls, and bathrooms.
• Operating audio-visual equipment.

For more information, contact Kasey Jo Kelly, Senior Services Program Supervisor, at kaseyjo.kelly@ssfca.gov or call (650) 829-3822.

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