Join us for our first summer Movie Night in the Park on Friday, July 15, 2022 at Orange Memorial Park with a free screening of Warner Brothers Space Jam: A New Legacy! The movie will begin at sundown (approximately 8:00 p.m.) In celebration of Park & Recreation Month, we will have a variety of free family-friendly activities beginning at 6:00 p.m.

• Badminton
• Cornhole
• Kerplunk
• Spikeball
• Free Functional Fitness class beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the basketball courts
• And more!

Refreshments on sale beginning at 6:00 p.m. courtesy of the Friends of Parks and Recreation. Free hot dogs will be available at 6:30 p.m. while supplies last. Bring your snacks, beverages, low-lying lawn chairs, and blankets. What to know before you go, click here.

For questions, please contact the Recreation Office at (650) 829-3800 or email [email protected].

Save the Date!

ENCANTO

Friday, August 19, 2022

Martin Elementary School Ball Field

Hillside Blvd & Belmont Avenue

South San Francisco, CA

HOLIDAY CLOSURE

All SSF Parks & Recreation offices and programs will be closed on Monday, July 4, 2022 in observance of the Fourth of July federal holiday. 

FALL 2022 REGISTRATION

Save the date! resident registration for Fall classes will begin on Monday, August 15, 2022 at 6:00 a.m. online and in-person resident registration will begin at 8:00 a.m. in the Recreation Office at 33 Arroyo Drive in SSF. Non-resident registration will begin on Monday, August 29, 2022 at 6:00 a.m. online. The Fall 2022 Activity Guide will be mailed out and available online in early August. Please take this time to update and/or create your CivicRec account to be ready for your registration day.

Registration Reminder:  Online registration for each class will end one week prior to the start of class. Participants must be registered to participate in our recreation classes. Register at www.ssf.net/rec-catalog.

For questions and assistance pertaining to classes, please contact Devin Stenhouse at (650) 829-3817 or Veronica Ortiz at (650) 829-3806, or email [email protected].

NEW OPEN GYM PROGRAMMING FOR THE SUMMER STILL AVAILABLE

• Monday: Pickleball (7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.) – Drop-in only
• Tuesday: Volleyball (6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. - New Program
• Wednesday: Badminton (6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.)
• Thursday: Basketball (6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.) - New Program
• Saturday: Basketball (12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.)
• Sunday: Basketball (9:15 a.m. -12:00 p.m.)
• Sunday: Badminton: (12:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.)

To register, visit www.ssf.net/rec-catalog or call (650) 829-3800.

PICNIC SEASON IS OPEN!

The 2022 picnic season is upon us and the weather is getting warmer! Picnic sites are available to rent online at www.ssf.net/rec-catalog or in person at the Municipal Services Building. Questions regarding picnic rentals? Contact the Recreation Office at (650) 829-3800.

CHECK OUT THE JACK DRAGO CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION YOUTH ART SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS ATRIUM WINDOW AND VIRTUAL EXHIBIT

The Cultural Arts Commission awarded the 2022 Jack Drago Cultural Arts Commission Youth Art Scholarship to senior graduates, Celeste Esguerra, and Nadine Macapagal of El Camino High School. Their art is currently on exhibit in the atrium window, at the SSF Municipal Services Building, 33 Arroyo Drive. A virtual exhibit of their work is also available at https://bit.ly/artscholarshipSSF22. The exhibits will run through July 20. Viewing is free. Share your thoughts on this exhibit at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JDSyouth2022.

The Jack Drago Cultural Arts Commission Youth Art Scholarship was established for the purpose of providing eligible graduating seniors from the South San Francisco Unified School District continued education in the visual arts. The scholarship is financed exclusively by community donations. Don’t miss the Summer Barbeque for the Arts on August 28, the major annual fundraiser for the youth art scholarship.

SAVE THE DATE

SUMMER BARBEQUE FOR THE ARTS

Sunday, August 28, 2022 | 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Joseph Fernekes Building at Orange Memorial Park

Admission | Adults $10; Youth (16 & under) $5

Information: (650) 829-3800 or www.ssf.net/culturalarts

Welcome back after a two-year hiatus, the Summer Barbeque for the Arts! You are invited to attend this highly anticipated community event. Proceeds benefit the Jack Drago Cultural Arts Commission Youth Art Scholarship. Admission includes a delicious grilled lunch, live entertainment, and a silent auction. New in 2022, the event will feature vendors with unique artistic creations for sale. Please note only service animals are allowed to enter the facility. Tickets are available for online purchase at www.ssf.net/rec-catalog, and at the Parks and Recreation Department office at 33 Arroyo Drive during regular business hours. 

CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO ADULT DAYCARE PROGRAM

The City of South San Francisco has operated an Adult Day Care program since 1986 for older adults with disabilities such as Alzheimer’s, stroke, or Parkinson’s, as well as other disabilities. The program provides a safe and nurturing environment that is programmed for the client’s needs, provides respite for family and caregivers, and makes it possible for individuals to remain active and in their community. Clients participate in a variety of activities that keep them connected and maximizes their abilities to maintain their physical, emotional, and social functioning and encouraging their highest level of independence. The Adult Day Care program offers a structured activity program, including socialization, daily exercise, music, current events, entertainment, special events, and a chance to make new friends. A nutritious lunch is provided as part of the program fee as well as incorporating cooking projects and snacks. Transportation is available to South San Francisco residents for an additional fee. The Adult Day Care Program is offered Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. at the Roberta Cerri Teglia Center on the 2nd floor (601 Grand Avenue). Interested families and clients can choose from a variety of enrollment options that best fit their needs. The fee is $62.00 per day; however, we do have sliding scale options as well as accepting alternative payment options from outside agencies.

We are currently accepting applications. If you are interested in learning more about the Adult Day Care Program and/or you are interested in having a loved one attend the program, please call (650) 829-3824. We look forward to hearing from you and serving your family.

PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES

Roberta Cerri Teglia Center

3rd Floor, South San Francisco

We are excited to announce that a variety of programs are happening at the Roberta Cerri Teglia Center, including the return of our Saturday programming from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.!

• Tech Assistance- Extended through August 13: Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
• Gaming: Mondays from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
• Ping Pong: Mondays from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
• Mindfulness & Meditation: Saturday, July 9, 2022 from 9:15 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.
• Have you been hearing the words “mindfulness” and “meditation,” but have no idea where to start? Have you perhaps tried to meditate and feel like you’re “not doing it right?” Learn more, here.
• Fine Art Exploration: Mondays 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. and Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
• Fine Arts Exploration allows for beginner, intermediate, and experienced artists to come and work on their skills while creating beautiful works of art. Learn more, here.
• Zumba Gold Tone: Wednesdays from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

To learn more about the Roberta Cerri Teglia Center, visit our Senior Service webpage at www.ssf.net/seniors or call (650) 829-3820.

SKATE PARK CLOSED FOR MINOR REPAIRS

The skate park at Orange Park is currently closed due to minor alterations taking place to create a more open layout with additional features. This work will include removing the exterior fencing, expanding and replacing pavement, moving some current elements, adding new elements, and the addition of K-rails or jersey barriers to delineate a drive aisle. 

Beginning on Monday, June 27th, repaving of the skate park is in progress, and estimated to take one week. After this paving work is completed, a sealant will be applied to create a smooth surface across the entire skate area. Once this work is complete, the skate park will be open for skating. The additional elements and K-rails will be phased in as they arrive. If you have any questions regarding this project, please reach out to the Parks Division at (650) 829-3833.

The South San Francisco Parks and Recreation Department is looking for dedicated and talented individuals to join our awesome team!

• Adult Day Care Leaders
• Aquatic Instructors
• Building Attendants
• Class Instructors
• Coaches
• Lifeguards
• Scorekeepers
• Senior Class Instructors
• Senior Services Recreation Leaders
• Substitute After School Recreation Leaders
• Substitute Pre-school Teachers
• Van Drivers

Check out our Current Job Opportunities webpage for specific job duties, and salary information. 

More job postings with the City of South San Francisco are available on https://www.calopps.org/city-of-south-san-francisco.

Save the dates! Take a look at our 2022 Calendar of Events brochure to mark your calendars for our upcoming events, holiday dates, and special programming. 

Visit www.ssf.net/rec or call (650) 829-3800 for more information. 

South San Francisco’s Every Kid Deserves a Bike Program is up for an award – but we need YOU to VOTE FOR US!

The City provided 150 free bikes to children in need, along with helmets, lock, and safety training, and now the Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition says our program is one of the best! We need you to show your support by voting for our program here! Voting is open until July 8, 2022.

HELP THE ENVIRONMENT – STARTING FROM HOME IN SSF

SB 1383 – ORGANICS RECYCLING

Effective as of January 1, 2022, Californians are required by SB 1383 to apply for organics recycling service. When organic waste (such as food scraps, food-soiled paper, and yard trimmings) reach our landfills, it emits harmful greenhouse gases, such as methane. These gases contribute toward the negative impacts of climate change such as rising sea levels, reduced snowpack, wildfires, drought, and heat waves in California. Please help the fight against climate change by disposing your organic waste into your green organics bin. If you currently don’t have organics recycling service, please contact SSF Scavenger at (650) 589-4020. For additional information and resources regarding SB 1383 and other California recycling laws, please visit www.ssf.net/recycling.

APPLY FOR YOUR FREE KITCHEN COMPOST PAIL TODAY!

Make the process of separating household organic waste from your trash easier by applying for your FREE kitchen compost pail. It is quick and easy! All you need to do is visit www.ssf.net/recycling and go to Resident Resources, or contact Public Works by phone at (650) 877-8550 or email at [email protected].

SSF ADOPT A STORM DRAIN PROGRAM

Storm drains are available for adoption in South San Francisco through the City’s Adopt A Storm Drain program. This volunteer program provides SSF residents and employees the opportunity to help prevent trash from reaching our waterways by keeping neighborhood storm drains clean. Once you apply for this program, the City will provide you with free supplies including a bucket, trash picker, bags, safety gloves and vest. If you’d like to become a storm drain steward, you can apply for the Adopt A Storm Drain program by submitting an application online at www.ssf.net/adoptastormdrain, or by contacting Public Works by phone at (650) 877-8550 or email [email protected].