The event is for San Carlos residents only – no commercial gardeners, please. Bring proof of residence.  And remember, it’s BYOB – bring your own bags and buckets.

Sunday, April 22, 2012 – from 9am to Noon
Highlands Park, Tennis Courts Parking Lot
2600 Melendy Drive

For questions, call Recology San Mateo County at (650) 595-3900 or by email at carts@recology.com

( San Carlos Compost Giveaway Flyer )

Saturday, April 28

For more information please contact Teagan Lazzarotti, Volunteer Coordinator.

The sculpture, “Balancing Act” by James Moore was selected from six art proposals submitted in response to the San Carlos Arts and Culture Commission’s Request for Proposals in June, 2011.  Moore is a Bay Area artist whose work is based on a powerfully simple geometric element – the cube.  While applying the rules of figurative proportions and compositional balance, he creates sculpture that suggests energetic movement.

“Balancing Act” is composed of an abstracted figure balancing three spheres.  The intention of the sculpture is to offer an optimistic view of life as a dance of possibilities.  The sculpture enables individuals from varied backgrounds to identify with its positive message.  Made from highly durable stainless steel and patinaed using high-grade automotive paints that are sealed using a weather-stable protective clear coat, the sculpture will not only serve to enhance the community’s enjoyment of the space, but will also act as an iconic marker for Laurel Street Park.

The San Carlos City Council adopted a Public Art Policy July 11, 2011, in concert with the General Plan which encourages the purchase and display of public art in strategic locations throughout the City.  Additionally, the Public Art Policy identifies specific procedures for reviewing and selecting public art.  City Council approved the selection of “Balancing Act” at the meeting of September 26, 2011.  Funding for the sculpture comes from two sources; $2,500 remaining from the 75th anniversary celebration artwork fund and a $10,000 donation by Matteson Development Partners, Inc. for the purchase of public art.

Contact:
Doug Long
Director, Parks and Recreation
(650) 802-4286
dlong@cityofsancarlos.org

Help us kick off National Volunteer Week by attending the San Carlos Volunteer Expo 2012. Many local organizations will be present to offer exciting opportunities and ways to give back to your community! Mark your calendars and make a commitment to serve!

Volunteers…The Heart of the Community

For more information or if your organization is interested in participating, please contact Teagan Lazzarotti, Volunteer Coordinator, at (650) 802-4116.

Source: http://www.cityofsancarlos.org/news/displaynews.asp?NewsID=911&TargetID=10

The Commission makes recommendations to the City Council regarding current and potential Parks and Recreation programs, services and facilities.

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Source: http://www.cityofsancarlos.org/news/displaynews.asp?NewsID=902&TargetID=1

In 2008, the playgrounds were renovated and a water feature was added. Funding the Burton Park playground renovation was largely through the efforts of the Park and Recreation Foundation. The Foundation raised $446,000, with the City contributing $415,000 as part of the CIP Budget.

The City of San Carlos, together with the Parks and Recreation Foundation of San Carlos, has identified Burton Park Phase II as their next fundraising project. Phase II proposes three distinct improvements to Burton Park: a permanent outdoor stage, bocce ball courts, and renovation of the existing basketball courts. The City of San Carlos and the Parks and Recreation Foundation are seeking funding partners to assist with raising $387,500 to complete the Burton Park Phase II project.

A variety of opportunities are available enabling you to support this exciting project. Naming opportunities are available for individual features including:

1.  Outdoor Stage   

The stage will be permanent and include a covering. Potential uses include musical performance currently offered through our Summer Concert Series, movies in the park, Children’s Theater performances, and small performances including puppet and magic shows. Typical attendance at a summer concert is 1,200 -1,500.  The footprint of the state will include an area immediately in front of the state that will accommodate dancing as well as tables and chairs (i.e. pavers, concrete).

2. Basketball Court Renovation 

The courts will feature a colorful overlay along with new standards and backboards.

3.  Bocce Ball Courts 

There will be two standard size bocce ball courts that will include a storage shack and shaded seating.  Bocce Ball is growing  in popularity throughout Northern California and cities throughout the Peninsula have installed courts.

These Amenities are designed to serve a broad range of ages and require minimal routine maintenance.   If interested, Please contact the Parks and Recreation Foundation of San Carlos at (650) 802-4317, P.O.Box 191, San Carlos CA 94070 or at www.prfsancarlos.org

The San Carlos Adult Coed Soccer league will be 7-on-7 format. The league will be held on Thursday nights, at Highlands Park, with game times at 7pm, 8pm & 9pm. The season will be 8 games, plus playoffs. We will offer two divisions – Competitive & Recreational.

• Adult Co-Ed Soccer Page
• Adult Coed Soccer Team Roster
• Adult Coed Soccer Team Manager Form

The Winter 2012 Recreation Activity Guides have been mailed. Registration for Recreation Classes and Activities will be available onthe City’s www.RecConnect.net web site as follows:

Resident Registration Begins
Tuesday, November 29, 2011 at 9:00 AM

Non-Resident Registration Begins
Tuesday, December 6, 2011 at 9:00 AM

Call Parks and Recreation Department at (650) 802-4382 for your Bar Code and PIN Code so you can register online at www.RecConnect.Net

Join us on Saturday, December 10, 2011 at 10:00am at Laureola Park, located at 503 Old County Road.

Participants will help plant 6 new trees and distribute mulch in and around the newly renovated playground at Laureola Park!  Supplies including brooms, shovels, and wheelbarrows will be provided; please bring your own gardening gloves.  We look forward to seeing community members out there!

For more information, contact the Parks & Recreation Department at 650-802-4116.

Join the City of San Carlos for the
2nd Annual Night of Holiday Lights!

Friday, December 2, 2011
Laurel Street, Downtown San Carlos (between San Carlos Ave & Arroyo)
5:00 – 8:00 pm
6:30 pm – Lighting Festivities (at the intersection of Laurel & Cherry)

The event features Festive Lights with a Snowfall Forecast , Music & Carolers, Children’s Crafts, Train Rides, and more activities! Restaurants and Businesses Open and a Holiday Performance by Big City Revue to conclude the night!

People will be strolling Laurel Street enjoying the shops and restaurants in addition to street carolers, train rides, children’s craft area and more activities. In addition, at 6:30pm a lighting festivity will take place in the intersection of Cherry Street and Laurel Street that will dazzle all onlookers.

As is tradition, Mayor Andy Klein will wish everyone happy holidays, light the street and encourage everyone to enjoy the downtown for the evening and holiday season. The event allows everyone to create an atmosphere where they take pleasure in our wonderful San Carlos downtown and its businesses.

For more information, contact San Carlos Parks & Recreation Department at (650) 802-4382.

A Free Community Event
Presented by
City of San Carlos Parks & Recreation Department
San Carlos Chamber of Commerce

Evening Sponsor:
Palo Alto Medical Foundation

( 2011 Night of Holiday Lights Flyer )