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Parks & Recreation Department Newsletter - December 2021 |
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Annual Holiday Tree Lighting returns to Central Park
Join the community on Friday, Dec. 3, 2021 in Central Park from 5 to 8 p.m. This Santa Clara tradition of decorating and lighting a tree for the holidays and placing an heirloom Teddy Bear on top of its branches, is over 110 years old. This year, the event festivities will include live stage music and entertainment, children’s activities, snow park, community booths and pictures with Santa. The Mayor will also recognize this year’s Honorary Tree Lighter for their community service and generosity to Santa Clara. Visit SantaClaraCA.gov/TreeLighting for more information.
We are excited to offer a variety of recreation classes and activities this winter. The Winter 2022 Recreation Activity Guide will be available on Friday, Dec. 10 at SantaClaraCA.gov/RecClasses. Register at SantaClaraCA.gov/ActiveNet. Registration begins Tuesday, Dec. 14 at 12:01 a.m. for Santa Clara residents and Thursday, Dec. 16 at 12:01 a.m. for non-residents.
Join us for the next Kids Rock event on Friday, Dec. 10! K-5th grade kids will kick off the holiday season with a special night of activities including recreation games, arts and crafts, music, inflatable slide, and more! Kids Rock will be held at the Santa Clara Youth Activity Center, 2450 Cabrillo Ave. from 6-8:30 p.m. Space is limited. Pre-register your child by visiting SantaClaraCA.gov/Activenet. Contact the YAC at 408-615-3760 or email YAC@SantaClaraca.gov for more information.
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 Raymond G Gamma Dog Park Construction Notice: Two shade structures will be installed at the Raymond G. Gamma Dog Park in December 2021. On Dec. 1, temporary safety fencing will be installed in both the large and small dog off-leash areas. Site preparation is scheduled for Dec. 2-3, and construction will occur Dec. 6-8. While the dog park will remain open, the public is advised to stay out of the fenced construction zone and keep dogs out of the area. Shade structure installation is scheduled for Dec.15-16. Dates are subject to change due to weather or other uncontrollable issues. The public may use the fenced off-leash dog areas at Larry J. Marsalli Park, 1425 Lafayette St.
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 Utility Box Art: Betty Nguyen is one of the local artists who participated in the Cultural Commission 2021 Utility Box Art program. This piece aims to depict hope for ever-increasing solidarity between Santa Clara communities. Bearing prideful colors, two mythical creatures mingle and share power in cross-cultural exchange. View the completed box at the corner of Agnew Rd. and Harrigan Dr. Great job, Betty! Visit SantaClaraCA.gov/UtilityArtBox for more information.
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Deck the halls and get your favorite holiday decorations for this year’s Holiday Home Decorating Contest. The Santa Clara Cultural Commission will vote for this year’s winners based on creativity, use of lights, decorations and use of a theme. One home from each Council District will be selected as their District’s Most Festive. One home will be selected for Best of the Best. A map of homes will be available. This contest is open to City of Santa Clara residents. Visit SantaClaraCA.gov/Contest for more information.
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Good Morning, Santa! The holidays are about spending time with loved ones, giving, and the perfect picture with Santa Claus! “Good Morning, Santa” can help with the picture. This activity is for families with little ones to celebrate the excitement of the holidays. There will be music, holiday crafts, activities, and a photo opportunity with Santa. Good Morning, Santa! is on Thursday, Dec. 16 from 9-11 a.m. at the Teen Center, 2446 Cabrillo Ave. Register at SantaClaraCA.gov/ActiveNet. Contact the Youth Activity Center at 408-615-3760 for more information.
Santa’s Holiday Visit: Come celebrate the holiday season with festive music, games, and activities for the whole family to enjoy. Santa and friends will get the whole family sleighing the dance floor and don’t miss the memorable photo opportunities with Santa Claus! The event is on Friday, Dec. 17 from 5-7 p.m. at the Teen Center, 2446 Cabrillo Ave. for ages 3 -7 years old. Register at SantaClaraCA.gov/ActiveNet. Contact the Youth Activity Center at 408-615-3760 or visit SantaClaraCA.gov/YAC for more information.
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Redistricting occurs every 10 years after each U.S. Census. Santa Clara is required to update the boundaries of its six districts based on the 2020 U.S. Census data. Join us for upcoming meetings on Dec. 9, Jan. 13, Jan. 29, Feb. 10 and Feb. 28 to learn about the Redistricting process and how you can ensure your voice is heard to help define a Council map that reflects our community. The City’s Independent Redistricting Commission is responsible for conducting the redistricting process. Visit SantaClaraCA.gov/Redistricting for details on how to participate in upcoming meetings.
Seussical is a fantastical, magical, musical extravaganza, which brings all our favorite Dr. Seuss characters to one stage! Performers ages 8-18 years old will be excited to portray the characters from the familiar Dr. Seuss fables. The Roberta Jones Junior Theatre production of Seussical will include a live orchestra, lively set pieces and colorful costume designs.
Important Dates & Times:
Auditions: Jan. 4 or 5, 2022 - 4-7 p.m. - Choose one
Callbacks: Jan. 6 and Jan. 7, 2022 - 4-7 p.m. - Not everyone will be needed
Rehearsals Begin: Jan. 11, 2022 - 4-6 or 5-7 p.m. - Depending on age & role
Held M-F, but cast will not be assigned to come all days
Performances:
March 18, 19, 25 and 26, 2022 at 7 p.m.
March 20 and 27, 2022 at 2 p.m.
Registration in Advance: #23864
Registration available beginning Dec. 14
Residents: $225 Non-Residents: $271
Stay up to date on what is happening at the Santa Clara Senior Center by checking out the December Newsletter.
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The City of Santa Clara is seeking community input on the Tasman East Mini Park. A schematic design for the half-acre Mini Park proposes: a small natural grass area, an enclosed off-leash dog area, play apparatus for children ages 2-5 and 6-12, benches, pathways, trees, and landscaping. New public parks are designed to meet the needs of the new residents in the immediate vicinity to reduce potential impacts on the City park system. Complete the survey at SantaClaraCA.gov/OpenCityHall by Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2021.
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Community Recreation Center
Address: 969 Kiely Blvd., Santa Clara 95051
Contact: PRCustomerServe@SantaClaraCA.gov or 408-615-3140
Reed & Grant Sports Park
Address: 750 Reed St., Santa Clara 95050
Contact: ReedandGrant@SantaClaraCA.gov or 408-615-2265
Santa Clara Senior Center
Address: 1303 Fremont St., Santa Clara 95050
Contact: CustServSRCenter@SantaClaraCA.gov or 408-615-3170
Youth Activity Center and Teen Center
Address: 2450 Cabrillo Ave., Santa Clara 95051
Contact: YAC@SantaClaraCA.gov or 408-615-3760
The City of Santa Clara requires all members of the public and employees to wear a mask in indoor settings at all public City facilities.
For more information on items in the newsletter, visit SantaClaraCA.gov/ParksandRec.
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