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Superstar and Sweetheart Dance
Save the date for our annual Superstar and Sweetheart Dances on Friday, February 7 at Twin Pines Senior and Community Center! The Superstar Dance, 6:30 - 7:30pm, is exclusively for youth who benefit from a more sensory-friendly environment and their guardians. The Sweetheart Dance, 7:30 - 9:30pm, is for ages 5 - 12 and their guardians. Both semi-formal dances include a live DJ, photobooth, crafts, refreshments, and a visit from a Disney princess! Register here.
MLK Jr. Poetry & Essay Contest
Submissions are now being accepted for our 3rd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Poetry & Essay Contest! The contest aims to honor and celebrate the inspiring legacy of Dr. King while giving students a platform to tell their story, reflect on his powerful message, and share their thoughts on today’s ever-changing world.
Belmont youth grades 3rd - 12th can submit a poem or essay reflecting on this year’s theme “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is ‘what are you doing for others?’”. Eighteen student finalists will be selected to recite their pieces at an Awards Ceremony on Thursday, February 27th at 6pm in the Twin Pines Lodge. Both finalists and winners will win monetary gift cards donated by our generous event sponsors! Learn more here.
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Activities and Events
Camp SOAR Registration Now Open
At Camp SOAR, campers experience some of the best parts of childhood including making new friends, learning independence, and going on endless adventures with the most passionate, creative, and qualified staff. Weekly camps include games, crafts, hands-on sensory activities, and songs. This year, we are excited to offer five weeks of Inclusion Camp and eight weeks of traditional camp. Register here.
NEW: Please note Camp SOAR will move to Barrett Community Center this summer due to the Twin Pines Park Creek Restoration Project (learn more below). Because of this, Hawks campers (grades K-2nd) will be split into two different rooms. Please be sure to coordinate with friends as needed to register for the same room. All Eagles campers will be together.
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Dental Care Tips for Healthy Aging
Join us on Tuesday, January 14th at 10:30am in the Twin Pines Senior and Community Center for a seminar on oral health covering topics such as dry mouth and cavities, dental implants and technology, oral health and systematic diseases, and cosmetic dentistry. Presented by Carlmont Dental and Health Plan of San Mateo. Free with an RSVP to (650) 595-7444.
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Winter Ball for All
Introducing a dance for adults with disabilities and their loved ones on Friday, January 17th from 6:30 - 8:30pm at Twin Pines Senior and Community Center. This event will include refreshments, snacks, DJ, and of course dancing! Register here.
NOTE: Guardians and/or caregivers must attend to provide necessary support for your loved one.
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Lunar New Year Celebration
Join us for our annual Lunar New Year Celebration in collaboration with the Belmont Library on Sunday, February 2nd from 2 – 4:30pm at the Twin Pines Senior and Community Center. All are welcome for an afternoon of traditional Chinese dance and musical performances, poetry, crafts, and more. Learn more here.
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Learn to Use Your iPhone
Join the Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) for a free digital literacy workshop for seniors with iPhones on Tuesday, February 18th from 10:30 - 11:30am at the Twin Pines Senior and Community Center. Come learn the basics along with tips and tricks to improve your daily life. Please call (650) 595-7444 to reserve a spot.
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Shamrock Scavenger Hunt
Calling all youth ages 9 - 14: Lucky the Leprechaun's pot of gold has gone missing at Barrett Community Center, and he needs your help finding it! Join us on Friday, March 14th at 4:00pm for a scavenger hunt filled with "minute to win it" games, trivia, puzzles, and prizes! Register here.
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Teen Wellness Retreat
We’re excited to co-host our second annual Teen Wellness Retreat with the City of San Carlos on Saturday, March 29th from 9am - 2pm at Barrett Community Center. This one-day event is an opportunity for grades 6 - 12 to destress and refresh their mental health. The day includes breakfast and lunch, boba, workshops, a resource fair, raffles, and giveaways--all for free! Register here.
NEW: We’re also offering a workshop exclusively for parents/guardians! One Life Counseling Center will be presenting on “Navigating the Journey of your Adolescent’s Growth and Exploration” from 9:30 - 10:15am. Register here.
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Parks and Recreation Updates
Now Accepting Parks and Recreation Commission Applications
The City of Belmont is inviting residents to apply for positions on various City Commissions. Applications are due by Friday, January 10th at 5pm. Interested individuals can apply online, by calling (650) 595-7414, or by visiting the City Clerk’s Office at One Twin Pines Lane, Suite 330 (appointments suggested).
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Parks and Recreation Commissioners: Three adult openings are available for two-year terms. Meetings occur monthly at 7 pm on the first Wednesday. The Commission provides recommendations on parks and recreation programs and capital improvements.
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Youth Seats on Parks and Recreation Commission: Two openings are available for ages 13 - 17 for one-year terms. These are non-voting positions on the Parks and Recreation Commission. Parental consent is required.
Twin Pines Park Creek Restoration Project
This project will restore approximately 500 linear feet of Belmont Creek by re-grading the creek and replanting the creek banks and adjacent riparian area. The project will replace non-native trees and plants with native plants, improve public access to the creek, improve habitat, reduce downstream maintenance and flooding, and stabilize the creek against future erosion. Construction is scheduled in two phases: tree removal in early 2025, and restoration construction (including tree planting) from June to December.
The first phase of tree removal work, including several invasive Eucalyptus trees, will begin on Monday, January 6th and will conclude by the end of February. The work will occur in the immediate vicinity of the Redwood Picnic Area pedestrian bridge with work hours Monday - Friday from 8am to 5pm. The westernmost paved trail access off Ralston Avenue will be closed during work hours. Access from Paloma Avenue into the park will be closed for the duration of the work. The remainder of the park outside the work area will remain open during construction. Please proceed with caution near the work area.
For more information, please contact Belmont Public Works at pworks@belmont.gov, (650) 595-7425. Learn more about this project at www.belmont.gov/CreekRestoration.
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Winter Classes and Events Starting Soon
Whether you're starting fresh in 2025 or building on a passion, our classes and events are here to inspire and support you! Try something new with our "Let’s Learn Mandarin" class, salsa social dancing, winter and spring break camps, a 3-on-3 basketball tournament, and more! Sign up today to make 2025 a year of growth and fun!
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