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April 2024
SSF Parks & Recreation Department
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An exciting new park is coming to Old Town Neighborhood, South San Francisco!
The park at Linden Avenue & Pine Avenue will provide a brand new public space for South City residents to gather, connect, and play. The future park’s design will be determined based on what we hear from the community. The design process will consider temporary, partial or full closure of Pine Avenue to create a connected park space. The Open House and listening session is open to all to provide input and will have children’s activities and light refreshments.
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Earth Day 2024: Planet vs. Plastics! Join the Fight!
Join Walang Sayang Eco and the City of South San Francisco in the epic battle: Planet vs. Plastics! This is your chance to become an earth hero for our environment and learn how you can save the planet.
When: Sunday, April 14 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: Library | Park and Recreation Center - 901 Civic Campus Way, South San Francisco, CA 94080
What awaits you:
- Interactive exhibits, inspiring talks and community conversations, family-friendly activities, art installations, resource booths, refillable household products and vendors.
Be a part of the solution:
- Bring your reusable water bottle, empty jars, and shopping bags.
- Bring your energy to learn a few new super powers.
Together, we can tip the scales in favor of Planet Earth!
Questions? Stephanie Martin at walangsayangeco@gmail.com or (650) 410-2999.
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You are invited to attend our many special events held throughout the year. To see a listing of our upcoming events, please visit click here. | |
Orange Pool Schedule
Please check the website for closures and updated schedule changes.
Orange Memorial Pool
1 West Orange Ave, SSF 94080 (Cross street Tennis Dr.) www.ssf.net/aquatics
(650) 875-6973
Online registration: www.ssf.net/rec-catalog
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New Aquatic Center Construction Update
Construction of the new Aquatic Center at Orange Memorial Park is starting soon! During construction, the Orange Pool parking lot and lawn area bound by Orange Avenue, Colma Creek, and the Fernekes Building will be closed. The new Aquatic Center is anticipated to open Summer 2025. Additional information about the project, including live-camera views of construction can be found at www.ssf.net/newpool.
Orange Pool and the Tennis Drive Parking Lot will remain open during construction.
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2024 YOUTH ART SHOW
You are invited to the 24th presentation of the Youth Art Show celebrating the artistry of South San Francisco Unified School District (SSFUSD) students. This colorful program features hundreds of imaginative works in a variety of visual arts media spread out over three floors at the new Library | Parks and Recreation Center. The engaging works are created by students representing grades elementary through high school. This year the performing arts return featuring presentations by students from the SSF Civic Ballet, Florie and the Happy Notes Kids and the El Camino High School Jazz Combo. Check www.ssf.net/culturalarts for schedule and times. On Saturday enjoy a fun craft activity for kids of all ages. The event is free and open to the public.
For more information: (650) 829-3800 | www.ssf.net/culturalarts
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FREE VIRTUAL EXHIBIT
of Select Award-Winning Art Show Entries
Did you miss the Cultural Arts Commission’s February art gallery exhibit, “By the Light of the Moon,” A Celebration of Lunar New Year, Year of the Dragon?” Artists reflected on moon-inspired themes and Lunar New Year traditions at the well-attended two-day show and extended exhibit. Here is a second chance to enjoy a virtual display of select award-winning entries. The virtual exhibit will be available through April 30. Viewing is free. More information is available at www.ssf.net/culturalarts.
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"Touch the Heart" by Valerie Lin | |
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The Cultural Arts Commission is awarding up to three scholarships, for up to a total of $3,000 SSF Unified School District graduating high school seniors who have shown achievement in the arts and plan to continue the study of art. Acceptable art forms include but are not limited to: photography, sculpture, digital media, ceramics, performing arts, literary arts. Candidates should submit a completed application form with samples of their art. One of the following two methods may be used to apply.
Application Procedures
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Submit by: Online Application Form (preferred).
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OR Mail or Drop Off hard copy form to: (Be sure to allow for mailing time) Attn: Ercie Santos, Cultural Arts Specialist, SSF Parks and Recreation Department, Library | Parks and Recreation Department, 901 Civic Campus Way, South San Francisco, CA 94080
Entries must be received by the entry deadline of Wednesday, April 17, 2024. Applicants can also visit the Current Opportunities for Artists webpage at www.ssf.net/culturalarts for guidelines and application form.
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Attention Artists
Entry Guidelines Available WEDNESDAY, APRIL 10
2024 June Art Show
PEAK: What is the Height of your Love, Joy and Freedom?
Friday, June 14 & Saturday, June 15
SSF Library | Parks and Recreation Center, 901 Civic Campus Way, 3rd Floor Art Gallery Room
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Exciting news! The City of South San Francisco is thrilled to announce the opening of this year’s Cultural Activities Grant Program, designed to support community organizations and artists in providing enriching cultural experiences for our residents. With $10,000 allocated for grants, we aim to infuse our community with the arts while promoting understanding and respect for diverse heritages. Applications will be accepted through April 30, 2024. For more details about the grant and to access the application, visit: www.ssf.net/CulturalActivityGrant or call (650) 829-3800. | |
Senior Programs
A wide range of drop in programs are offered for Adults 50 and older at the Roberta Cerri Teglia Center Monday - Saturday. Enjoy a fine art exploration class, sing your heart out at karaoke, relax with Yoga or get your Zumba on. There is something for everyone. Click on the link below for our current schedule.
The Roberta Cerri Teglia Center also includes an Adult Day Care Center to help frail or impaired adults with disabilities remain in the community through social, mental, and physical stimulation. Visit our website below for more information.
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Sign Hill Stewards
Sign Hill Stewards come together to do more than help restore native habitat, we also work to build community in SSF. We get to know our neighbors and have a lot of fun, but Sign Hill is more than a place for people to meet, it is also an important meeting place for animals! In an urban setting, our wild neighbors don't have many places left where they can come together with their own kind.
We hope you will enjoy this compilation of animal groups caught by our camera trapping program. Many species have been congregating near the newly constructed swale, which has been holding water since November- a powerful testament to how natural ecosystems can heal after the removal of invasive eucalyptus groves! Community volunteers and SSF Parks staff continue working to restore Sign Hill and make it a better place for people and wildlife. You can do your part to protect this beautiful natural resource by staying on trail and keeping pets on leash!
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Part-time Recreation Leaders in the Preschool Early Learning Program
Why join our team?
- You can exercise at work by running around on the playground with kids.
- Comfy clothes, comfy shoes are your work attire.
- It's never boring.
- Children are hilarious - and honest.
- Little kids - big impact.
- Rewarding work.
Morning and afternoon shifts available.
Starting salary:
Recreation Leader III $21.13 per hour/ 12 ECE units required
Recreation Leader II $19.49 per hour/ no units needed
Contact Diana Gonzalez, Recreation and Community Services Supervisor, at (650) 829-3756 for an interview.
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Co-Sponsorship
Do you have a non-profit group that is recreational in nature and is designed to bring people of like-minded interests together? If so, you may be eligible to apply for co-sponsorship with the Parks and Recreation Department. Please contact Erin O’Brien at erin.obrien@ssf.net or (650) 829-3811 for more information
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