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Happy Parks Make Life Better Month
This special recognition was established to highlight the power of parks and recreation in every community. Here in Belmont, it’s an opportunity to acknowledge all the amazing full-time and part-time employees who help enhance the quality of life for the community. We are so happy to be able to provide so many great classes, special events, and beautiful parks and open spaces for everyone to enjoy. It would not be possible without our amazing Parks and Recreation Team!
This month we invite you to take a walk through one of our open spaces, sign up for a new class, play tennis at one of our courts, or just admire the beauty and peacefulness of our parks; there's no wrong way to enjoy all Belmont Parks and Recreation has to offer!
Fall Buddy Meetup Program
We’re excited to partner with Opening Doors PTA to offer the Buddy Meetup Program this fall, a free social development program designed for neurodiverse K - 12 youth. Through four in-person meetups, participants will build confidence, strengthen communication skills, and foster meaningful peer connections in a supportive setting. Each participant will be thoughtfully paired with a teen volunteer mentor based on shared interests, communication styles, and support needs.
To be considered for the program, please complete this interest form by September 7th.
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Activities and Events
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Zumba Gold
Introducing Zumba Gold, a brand-new class designed specifically for active older adults! This fun, low-impact version of Zumba combines easy-to-follow dance moves with great music to help you stay fit and energized. Get more information and register here.
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Lemonade Day
Lemonade Day is coming to Belmont! On Saturday, July 12th from 10am – 12:30pm, support our local youth entrepreneurs as they set up lemonade stands all across the city. Check out the map of stand locations, then grab your friends, take a stroll, and sip some lemonade while supporting the next generation of business leaders!
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Summer Mobile Recreation
Mobile Recreation is a free program that brings fun activities directly to you! Designed for all ages, it offers a variety of games and crafts at Belmont parks and community spaces. Join us for mobile recreation fun at Alexander Park on July 15th from 11am - 1pm and at O'Donnell Park on July 31st from 1pm - 3pm. Get more information here. Free and open to all.
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Updates
Join the Belmont Team
The Hideout: We are looking to expand the team behind Belmont’s go-to after-school program for middle school students - The Hideout! At The Hideout, we create a fun, safe, and welcoming space where teens can play games, explore their creativity, get homework help, and make new friends. Get more information and apply here.
Community Learning Center: Are you passionate about early childhood education? Are you looking for an exciting new opportunity to work every day in a well-established preschool? We’re looking for warm, enthusiastic part-time and full-time Preschool Teachers to join our preschool! Get more information and apply here.
Help Reduce Fire Risk in Your Neighborhood!
The Belmont chipping program is expanding to select streets east of Alameda de Las Pulgas later this summer. All chipping will occur on Tuesday, August 26th and there will be no makeup days. You MUST register with the Parks & Recreation Department by 5pm, Monday August 25th to participate. Eligible addresses will receive a letter shortly explaining participation. Visit www.firesafesanmateo.org or www.belmont.gov/wildfire for more information. This work is funded by FireSafe SMC.
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Belmont Community Foundation Imagine Together Festival
The Imagine Together Festival is an event for all ages to play, shop, and explore the future of Belmont’s Community Center! Join the fun and see the vision for the future Community Center on Saturday, August 9th from 10am - 2pm, at the current Barrett Community Center on Ralston Ave. Enjoy a festive day of fun, see the current state of the 75-year-old community center and explore the vision of what the Community Center can offer.
The time for action is now! We need your help to make this vision a reality. Spread the word and bring your friends and neighbors!
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