Parks and Recreation

Introducing a brand new series of outdoor exercise classes for adults 18-59! Taught by fitness instructor Connor Ching, all of these will take place at Barrett basketball court, with COVID-safe social distance guidelines (face coverings required). Limited number of spots available. Must be registered before participating. For more info on each class, go to www.belmont.gov/register and enter the word "Fit" in the search bar. Let's get out and get active!

Spring has long inspired artists, so we invite all tots, youth, and adults to capture what you love best about the season! Is it the fresh blooms? More outdoor family time? Egg hunts? Use any media you have on hand--get creative! Categories are- Little Picasso: 2-12 years Budding Artist: 13-17 years Seasoned Creator: 18+... Submit entries to www.belmont.gov/spring by Thursday, April 1. Voting will take place on Social Media and top picks will be taking home a prize!

What do you think of our VOICES youth group adding some cheer to our park benches? Applications for the 2021/22 year are now open! www.belmont.gov/youthteens #BelmontParksRec @ Barrett Community Center

Last week Belmont had it's first ever Auto Clinic geared toward youth. Starting with 4 major safety rules to always follow while working on a car, they progressed to learning valuable skills such as how to change the windshield wipers, using a socket, changing the air filter, doing a full-service oil change, and how to change a tire, of course! @ Belmont, California

UPDATE: This event is on Thursday, March 4th. Let's build our backyard! Join us live on Zoom for the first Advisory Committee meeting for the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space (PROS) Master Plan at 7:00pm, March 4th. Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84631089718 More information is always available at www.BelmontPROSplan.com... To receive periodic project updates, please subscribe at BelmontPROSplan.com Public comment is welcome! Send to: [email protected] See more

We have a brand new website to give you the latest information on Belmont's Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan Project. "What is it?" "Can I be a part of it?" Go to the website to find out more! www.Belmontprosplan.com

One of Belmont's greatest traditions is almost upon us! Dress it down, dress it up, dress in costumes, we don't care, we just want to see you there! Live DJ, dance performances, and registration includes a DIY kit for corsages/boutonnieres, bath bombs, photobooth props, and more! Song requests welcome! Go to www.belmont.gov/register #BelmontSweetheartDance

We have Monica kicking off the year with her poems which have been published online & in anthologies, on online Poetry Nights & Cafe Zoe. Pour yourself a warm cup and just listen in, or bring your favorite poem to share during Open Mic. Everyone from around the world is welcome! To read for Open Mic, email [email protected] . . .... . . #BelmontParksRec #BelmontCA #BelmontParksandRec See more

As the days get warmer, tick season starts. They can be carriers of serious diseases. As you head out to the parks & open spaces, keep these tips in mind to prevent tick bites. More info at www.cdc.gov/ticks . . Image credit: City of Columbia, MO

AARP Volunteers are ready to provide free *remote* tax preparation services for people who are over 55 and low income. Preference is especially given to those who were not able to get their tax return processed last year due to the coronavirus. If you have elderly neighbors or acquaintances who cannot get their Tax returns processed online and are social distancing, please have them call 650-517-6670. Spaces are limited!

We've got Commission openings! The Parks & Rec Commission meets the 1st Weds.of every month at 7pm (virtually) and makes recommendations to the City Council on matters pertaining to Belmont Park & Rec programs. We also have 2 seats for Youth Commissioners, who are all full voting members, between the ages of 13-17 (with parental/guardian consent) More info at www.belmont.gov @ Belmont, California

Our Belmont annual tradition, this year with a twist! Make your living room, backyard or elsewhere the setting for parent/child dance night! Live DJ via Zoom (live song requests welcome), + live performances by Heartbeat Dance Academy. Package includes DIY corsage/boutonniere crafts, photo props, official Sweetheart Playlist sent for those who want to dance on their own, & suggested photo-op locations around Belmont! No limit on registrations! www.belmont.gov/register

Join us next Saturday for some fishing at Waterdog Lake! All supplies provided. Make sure to sign up in advance. Go to www.belmont.gov/register Date: Saturday, December 12 Time: 8:30am-12noon Location: Waterdog Lake, 2369 Lyall Way

Our final "Mexican bingo" game of the year is next Thursday! Winners will receive gift bags with more of the most popular baked goods found in Mexico (individually pre-wrapped & sealed). All ages welcome! Free! Register online at Bit.Ly/LoteriaDec10

It’s time to bring some virtual holiday cheer. Grab some cocoa and your warmest sweater as we read some holiday stories next Wednesday. Pre-registration is required. https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_F3Xug6SoQN-PcsXNI7EOow

Join Belmont VOICES teen volunteers in their donation drive to benefit LifeMoves homeless shelter network. 2 ways: Donate in person, or online via our Amazon Wish List. Don't forget to select the Belmont Parks & Rec shipping address at checkout. Thank you! https://amzn.to/3mSWzKp #BelmontStrong

Thank you Youth Advisory Committee members for brightening up our pavement at Twin Pines Park. Have you had a walk through our Park yet? #BelmontStrong

Our Youth Advisory Committee encourages everyone to get out there and VOTE!

Can't forget about our littlest ones at the Community Learning Center! With alive virtual Halloween shoe from Boswick the Clown followed by a mini-parade. Thank you parents for donating special snacks for snack time!

Congratulations to our virtual costume and pumpkin winners! A big thank you to our sponsor, Belmont Redwood Shores Rotary Club for sponsoring this amazing new event. We received 25 submissions and excited to announce the winners of each category. Couples- Cody Jr & Isabella Funny- Riley Pet- Lily... Carved- Ethan Painted- Gianna See more

The results are in! Congratulations to the winners for their amazing efforts! You MUST see these up close. You can find these houses at 1121 Furlong St & 3300 Bay Court. Go to bit.ly/BelmontHalloweenMap2020 for the full map of decorated houses in Belmont. #BelmontHalloween

Thank you Teen volunteer group VOICES for helping make our Drive-Through Trick or Treating for Seniors a success! Over 30 participants came by to pick up some goodies as well as play some Halloween trivia, all with COVID-safe practices!

Good news! Due to popular demand, we have extended the Spooky Scavenger Hunt an extra week! Prizes are limited to the first 50 registrations. Go to bit.ly/BelmontHalloweenHunt

(Sound on) Because you asked for it: You can now see an online map of contestants for our 1st Halloween Decorating Contest! We've got some spktacular entries Winners will be announced next week. *If you would like visitors to see your home as well, list your street and cross street in the comments section Happy house hunting! Bit.ly/BelmontHalloweenMap2020

It’s election season which means there is a ton of information out there. Belmont YAC has put together a single reference with all the information you need to be prepared to vote this year. https://linktr.ee/BelmontCivicEngagementGuide

This Thursday is Lotería day! (New time) Free on Zoom, and hosted by Belmont staff. Prizes are the weird and wonderful Mexican candy! Sign up by going to www.belmont.gov/register and enter "Loteria" under Activity Search. * Loteria is played like Bingo, but mucho more fun. Instead of letters and numbers, you got pictures and their names in Spanish, so you can learn or practice a 2nd language as you play! More info on the registration page.

Belmont Poet Laureate Jacki Rigoni will read from a wide range of poetic voices that inspire civic engagement on Zoom. Email [email protected] for a link to the Zoom session or to sign up to participate in Open Mic at the end.

We've still got openings for our Virtual Halloween Contests! Participate in as many as you want (I think this makes three...?) Send us those pics! Register: www.belmont.gov/parksandrec > Left-side menu bar > Halloween Contest Categories: Costume contests (scary, funny, couples, pets) Pumpkin Contests (carved, painted, edible)

Today was Petting Zoo Day! Look at all the kids waiting so patiently for their turn. Although it looks like not everyone was convinced Our Community Learning Center had farm animals on site through Little Explorers Petting Zoo. Thank you to our PTO for sponsoring this fun enrichment activity!