Winter/Spring Recreation Guide is Live Online

View spring swim lessons, classes, programs, special events, and spring break camps to plan for your family at the button below! 


For activities taking place between January through May 2025.


View at www.larpd.org/guide

VIEW WINTER/SPRING GUIDE

Registration begins on

Wednesday, December 4 at 9:00 a.m.


Livermore Residents:

Wednesday, 12/4 at 9 am


Open Registration:

Friday, 12/6 at 9 am


For questions, please email info@larpd.org or call us at (925) 373-5700.

Santa's Mailbox Available Until 12/13

Letters to Santa

November 18 - December 13


Drop your letter in the big red mailbox in the Recreation Building or sign up using our online form before 12/13 to receive a letter from Santa.


Don't forget to include your child's name and address


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Donuts with

Santa

Donuts with Santa

Saturday, December 14th

8:30 am - 12:45 pm

$10 pp

Robert Livermore

Community Center


Join us for Donuts with Santa at the Robert Livermore Community Center! Enjoy donuts, games, letter writing to Santa, and a festive photo with the big man himself.


Each child can also adopt a stuffed pet with an official certificate!

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Ravenswood Victorian Yuletide


Ravenswood Victorian Yuletide

Sunday, December 8th

12 - 4 pm

Free

Ravenswood Historic Site


Step back in time and embrace the holiday spirit with a Victorian Yuletide celebration.


It is a festive day that captures the essence of a bygone era. Don't miss this chance to celebrate the season in a truly special way.

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LARPD Toys for Tots Toy Drive

LARPD is partnering with the United States Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program this holiday season to help children in need. 


You can drop off new or unwrapped toys at the Robert Livermore Community Center until Friday, December 13.

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Sensory Santa

Holiday Event

Friday, December 13

5:30-7:30 pm

$12

Robert Livermore

Community Center

This event offers a calm, welcoming environment where children with autism and other disabilities can meet Santa in a way that suits their unique needs.


The setting is adjusted to reduce sensory overload, with softer lighting, minimal decorations, and lower background noise.

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Ho Ho Holiday

Carnival

Saturday, December 21

5-7:30 pm

$15/$17

Sycamore Grove

 Park Ranger Station


Get ready for a magical evening at Sycamore Grove Park! Ranger Seth and Santa's helpers are excited to welcome you to the Ho Ho Holiday carnival, with Midway games, festive arts & crafts, and holiday treats.


And, of course, a special meet-and-greet with Santa! 

REGISTER

Senior Holiday Luncheon

Tuesday, December 10th 

11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Age 50+

RLCC, Cresta Blanca Ballroom


Enjoy the holiday season by attending our annual catered luncheon!


Surround yourself with good friends, food catered by On the Vine, and holiday fun: door prizes, a festive sweater contest, and live holiday music by Ryan Scripps from The Voice.

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The Great Yule Log Hunt

Saturday, December 14 

2-4 pm

Sycamore Grove Park

Ranger Station Picnic Area


Join Ranger Eric for the 29th annual Yule Log Hunt! Enjoy games, stories, and merriment before searching for the elusive log. Afterward, gather by the fire for warm wassail, treats, and a chance to make your own Yule log to take home.

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Sycamore Grove Parking Passes

On Sale Now

2025 Parking Pass Sale

Sycamore Grove Parking Passes are available from Park Rangers, the Ranger Station, or the Robert Livermore Community Center.


  • Livermore Resident: $60
  • Non-Resident: $70
  • Senior Livermore Resident (60+): $45
  • Senior Non-Resident: $55


Passes are valid through 12/31/2025 and prorated if purchased after January, with fees reduced quarterly.

LARPD Foundation Membership Includes a 2025 Sycamore Grove Parking Pass

All LARPD Foundation Memberships include a 2025 Sycamore Grove Parking pass. The funds support many excellent programs, including scholarships for swim lessons, camps, and recreation classes.


Find out more about the Foundation membership here: LARPD FOUNDATION

PARKING PASS INFO

Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities

Help at community events, maintain parks, and support recreation programs.


December Volunteer Opportunities

Native Garden Work Day

Ravenswood Victorian Yuletide

Adaptive Rec: Sensory Santa

Ho Ho Holiday Carnival

The Great Yule Log Hunt

VOLUNTEER

Livermore Police Tip of the Month

Holiday Shopping Safety


In the season of giving, Livermore Police are offering holiday safety tips to help residents protect themselves and their property during the holidays and beyond.

THIS MONTH'S TIP

Stay in the know on all things LARPD!

PRIME TIME

Adult & 50+ Programs, Pop-Up Trips, Socials, Classes and Events

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VALLEY WILDS

Open Space Programs, Classes, Events, and Sycamore Grove Park

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REC GAZETTE Recreation Programs, Camps, Classes and Special Events

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LARPD Mission Statement

To provide the people of the Livermore Area Recreation and Park District’s service area with outstanding recreation programs and a system of parks, trails, and facilities that enhance the quality of life.

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