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October 2021
SSF Parks and Recreation Newsletter
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IT'S THE GREAT PUMPKIN, SOUTH CITY! | |
Join fellow community members for a fun Halloween event on Saturday, October 23, 2021 from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Orange Memorial Park in South San Francisco! The afternoon will be filled with activities for all ages including a pumpkin patch, games, Zombie Zone, and much more! Come dressed in costumes and enter our Halloween costume contest. At this time, pre-registration is not required but is subject to change based on county Covid-19 guidelines.
Please note while this is a free event, pumpkins and snack bar items will be sold at cost. To view the range of the pumpkin pricing and additional event details, please visit www.ssf.net/rec.
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The City of South San Francisco is asking the community to provide input on Phase ll of the Centennial Way Trail and Orange Memorial Park master plans. There will be two upcoming events to give you an opportunity to provide in-person feedback or you can fill out the online surveys. These design alternatives are based on feedback we received from the first survey and during the first series of outreach events. We want to hear from you!
For more information and updates, visit: https://www.ssf.net/PRMasterPlans
| All South San Francisco Parks and Recreation offices and programs will be closed on Monday, October 11 in observance of Indigenous Peoples Day. | |
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DON'T MISS THE VIRTUAL QUILTING & FIBER ARTS EXHIBIT – "ONE SCRAP AT A TIME"
“A blanket keeps you warm, a quilt wraps you in love.” (Author unknown )
The final 2021 virtual art exhibit, presented by the SSF Cultural Arts Commission, will open on October 15 and run through November 30, 2021. Enjoy viewing colorful textile art creations from quilts to wearable fiber art. Included are lovely exhibits by members of the SSF Greenhouse Quilters. The online gallery location will be available at www.ssf.net/culturalarts. Viewing is free.
Entry deadline is Friday, October 8! Quilters and textile arts enthusiasts are invited to submit online entries. Fiber arts media includes, but is not limited to, crochet, knitting, weaving, macrame, basketry, wearable art. Two image entries per artist are allowed. Entry fee is $5.00 per entry. The online exhibit is open to San Francisco Bay Area residents, 16 years and older.
For detailed guidelines and entry form: www.ssf.net/culturalarts, select “Current Opportunities for Artists". PH: (650) 829-3800.
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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
SSF PUBLIC ART MASTER PLAN CONSULTANT SERVICE
The City of SSF seeks a qualified arts consultant to prepare a comprehensive Public Art Master Plan that will align with the City’s General Plan update. The purpose of the Public Art Master Plan is to develop a clear set of goals, policies and objectives that will provide guidance for the development and improvement of the City’s public art inventory and cultural arts programs.
Proposal Submission Deadline - November 8, 2021
Both Electronic Submission and Hard Copy Submissions required.
For complete Proposal Requirements visit PROCURE NOW: https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/ssf
Email Questions to: ercie.santos@ssf.net
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MAGNOLIA CENTER OFFICIALLY RENAMED ROBERTA CERRI TEGLIA CENTER
On Saturday, September 25, the City of South San Francisco celebrated the renaming of Magnolia Center (601 Grand Avenue) to Roberta Cerri Teglia Center in a special ceremony including Ms. Teglia and her family.
Ms. Teglia was born and raised in South San Francisco and was the City’s first female planning commissioner, Councilwoman, and Mayor. She served as Mayor four times over the course of her City Council career, spanning from 1978 – 1995, and “broke all sorts of barriers in achieving those positions,” says Mayor Addiego. During her City Council tenure, Ms. Teglia advocated for many projects and programs that enriched the lives of residents, was a strong advocate for Senior Services, and was on the City Council for the funding, planning, and building of the Magnolia Senior Center. “It is a past-due honor for our first woman Councilmember, dedicated educator, and civic leader by renaming Magnolia Center after her,” added Mayor Addiego.
This is the first of the two community centers to be renamed after trailblazing women who have made an impact on the South San Francisco community. For more information, view the staff report presented to City Council at their March 24, 2021 meeting.
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PICNIC SEASON EXTENDED!
South San Francisco has 14 picnic sites that are available to reserve online at www.ssf.net/rec-catalog. Bookings can be completed online and site availability has been extended until Sunday, November 28, 2021. Picnic areas are also available for weekday gatherings, but in order to book a weekday site, please call our recreation office at (650) 829-3800.
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SENIOR CONNECTIONS - September/October 2021
The Senior Services Team is excited to announce that the Roberta Cerri Teglia Center (formerly Magnolia Center) is open for in-person operations! The reopening includes your favorite classes, activities, and events as well as exploring new ideas for our senior program offerings.
View the September/October issue of the Senior Connections newsletter, here.
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OPEN GYM HOURS AT TERRABAY
Open gym basketball and badminton has resumed at the Terrabay Gymnasium and Recreation Center. Face coverings must be worn inside the building and spots are limited to 20 people per day. To sign-up in advance for weekends only, go to our Online Registration system. Please call Terrabay at (650) 829-4680 for more information.
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NO "WINTER CAMP" WINTER 2022
There will be no Winter Camp scheduled for Winter 2022 through the SSF Childcare Program. For more information regarding our current programs and opportunities at SSF Childcare, please visit here.
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Special Events - Save the Dates! | |
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THANKSGIVING FUN RUN 2021
Returning for the 48th year is South San Francisco’s annual Thanksgiving Fun Run. This fun event is a great opportunity for community members of all ages to stay active. Whether you are looking for some challenging competition, an excuse for an enjoyable family stroll along the beautiful Bay Trail, or a route convenient to your location, this race is for you! This year participants will have the opportunity to compete in person or virtually, allowing runners/walkers to compete regardless of where they live!
Community members participating in person can join the Parks and Recreation Department on Saturday, November 13, 2021 on the Genentech Campus for a 9:00 a.m. race start time. In person participants will be rewarded prizes for top finishers in each age group. Virtual participants can submit their times but will not be included in the chance to win prizes. All participants can also purchase a Thanksgiving Fun Run shirt at an additional cost. Pre-registration is highly encouraged at www.ssf.net/rec-catalog.
- Adults - $10.00
- 13 – 17 years of age - $6.00
- 12 and under: FREE
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Shirts: $18.00 (Shirts will not be available for purchase the day of the event)
For additional assistance and information, please contact the Parks and Recreation Department at (650) 829-3800 or email web-rec@ssf.net.
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HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE
The South San Francisco Senior Services Team is gearing up for the 40th annual Holiday Boutique! Enjoy a day of shopping while supporting local vendors on Saturday, November 6, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Municipal Services Building (33 Arroyo Drive). This year’s event features local vendors with handcrafted jewelry, clothing, ceramics, holiday crafts, handbags, accessories, housewares & more! There will be free refreshments for all the festive shoppers and vendors. Admission is FREE. We ho-ho-hope to see you there!
For questions, please contact the Senior Services Team at (650) 829-3820.
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WREATH MAKING WORKSHOP
Pre-registration Required
Learn how to create a gorgeous natural holiday wreath with freshly assorted greens harvested from local parks on Saturday, December 4th! Pre-registered participants will be provided the basic materials needed, along with hands-on instruction by the workshop leaders. This activity will bring out your creativity and put you in the holiday mood! Hot spiced cider and holiday music help to set the mood. Fee includes supplies for one wreath; families may work together on one wreath, or make additional wreaths by enrolling more than one person. The morning workshop is family-friendly, and aimed at all ages. The afternoon session will include wine, and is targeted at adults only. Please note that greens will be replenished between sessions! Register early as spaces are limited and fees will increase to $35/$40 the day of the event.
Register here, under "Special Events."
*Take home Wreath Workshops Kits available for pre-registration.
For question, please visit the South San Francisco Parks & Recreation Department at 650-829-3800 or email web-rec@ssf.net.
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AGENTS OF DISCOVERY SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO!
Explore South San Francisco in a whole new way! Join Agents of Discovery, the not-so-secret, secret agency dedicated to learning and playing outdoors. Walk the trails with Agent Red-shoulder Hawk to unlock location-based challenges and discover more about South City’s environment, history, and culture. Agents that complete one or more missions are eligible for prizes!
Available Missions:
- SF Bay Trail – City of South San Francisco. Explore this lesser-known trail to learn about wetlands and the water cycle.
- Sculpture Garden – City of South San Francisco, Orange Memorial Park. Discover the importance of public art and what it means to you
To learn more about our Agents of Discovery please visit our official webpage.
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City of South San Francisco - Community Promotores
The City of South San Francisco is now taking applications to apply to be a Community Promotores(as). The Community Promotores is a community outreach specialist providing information, referrals and assistance to at-risk, vulnerable, and low-income community members in essential areas. To submit your application and learn more about this position, please visit https://www.calopps.org/south-san-francisco/job-20158714
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Virtual - Financial Literacy for High School Students
10/04/2021, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Registration required. Register here.
Workshops presented by FiAT (Financial Literacy for Youth). Learn more about FiAT on their website: https://fiatprogram.org/
Virtual - Choose Your Own Adventure Book Club: Meet Deborah Lerme Goodman, Author of The Throne of Zeus
(Children's Literacy)
10/15/2021 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
The Choose Your Own Adventure Book Club is for readers ages 6-12 who love adventure! We meet online to read a selected book from the Choose Your Own Adventure series and decide as a group which paths to take. To register and learn more, email ssfyouth@plsinfo.org.
Virtual - Tech Tuesday: Improving Your Computer's Sound Quality
10/19/2021 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Register here.
Virtual - Asian Art Museum presents Demons, Creatures and Monsters--Oh My!
10/21/2021 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Register here.
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