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Halloween Home Decorating Contest
The Cultural Commission encourages all City of Santa Clara residents to enter their apartments, homes, condos, and townhomes Halloween outdoor decorations in the Halloween Home Decorating Contest. Submissions for each council district, best group entry, and best of the best categories are accepted starting Oct. 3 through Oct. 28 and closing at 5 p.m. Winners will be announced Wednesday, Oct. 30. Visit SantaClaraCA.gov/Contest for more information.
 $25,000 Energy Efficiency Grants Available for Homeowner’s Associations
Silicon Valley Power offers a grant to help Homeowner’s Associations (HOAs) improve energy efficiency in their community’s common areas. Grants of up to $25,000 are available to eligible HOAs located within the city of Santa Clara. A 20% copayment is required. Typical projects include upgrading hardwired lighting fixtures, such as exterior building lights, bollards, and parking lot lights, as well as interior fixtures in common areas such as clubhouses or recreational rooms. More efficient pool pumps can save significant energy and may also qualify. Grant awards are made twice per year with an upcoming deadline of Dec. 31. For complete eligibility requirements and program details, visit SiliconValleyPower.com/Rebates.
 Santa Clara Parade of Champions
Don’t miss the 55th Annual Santa Clara Parade of Champions on Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024, from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. at Franklin Square in Santa Clara. Enjoy the parade, live music, community village and more. Visit SCParadeofChampions.org for more information.
 Imagine A Day Without Water - Oct. 17
Nearly a million Californians lack access to safe drinking water. This Oct. 17, commit to keeping our drinking water clean:
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Go organic in the garden. Minimize synthetic fertilizers that contaminate soils, harming people, plants and wildlife. Organics support healthy ecosystems.
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Use plant-based products. Petroleum-based soaps and cleansers damage aquatic ecosystems. Renewably resourced plant-based products biodegrade naturally, having minimal environmental impact.
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Avoid PFAS. Toxic “forever chemicals” show up in water repellant and non-stick products, food packaging, cleaning products and most types of artificial turf. To date, Santa Clara has not detected PFAS in our water supply. Minimizing PFAS products decreases their potential to leach into our drinking water.
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Drink Santa Clara Water. Reduce plastic pollution that contaminates our community and environment by switching to tap water.
Visit SantaClaraCA.gov/WaterQuality for more information.
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De La Cruz, Lick Mill, and Scott Boulevards Bicycle Improvements Project
The City is studying options for implementing new bikeway facilities along multiple corridors in Santa Clara. These studies are supported by Federal Community Project Funding and corridors include:
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De La Cruz Boulevard: Montague Expressway to Trimble Road
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Lick Mill Boulevard: Tasman Drive to Montague Expressway
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Scott Boulevard: Calabazas Creek to Saratoga Avenue
The proposed new bikeway facilities are based on recommendations from the City of Santa Clara Bicycle Plan and may include lane reductions and/or parking removal There will be several opportunities for community input through multiple public outreach activities, including project meetings and online surveys. Visit SantaClaraCA.gov/BikePedProjects for more information.
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Sunset Cinema: Don’t miss the last outdoor movie on Friday, Oct. 4. Visit Lick Mill Park, 4750 Lick Mill Blvd. for the movie, Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (2024). Admission is free. Visit SantaClaraCA.gov/SunsetCinema for more information.
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Environmental Day at Recology: Recology South Bay is hosting an Environmental Day for Santa Clara residents on Saturday, Oct. 19 at 1675 Rogers Ave. in San Jose from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Environmental Day is designed to promote recycling, reuse, and diversion of usable materials from the landfill. Residents are invited to bring the following accepted materials:
- Documents for confidential shredding (limited to two banker-sized boxes)
- E-waste (computers, monitors, printers, etc.)
- Universal waste (batteries, cell phones, CFLs and fluorescent tubes)
- Clothing, including shoes (in good condition for donation)
Residents must provide a current utility bill and personal identification to verify eligibility. No appointment required. Contact Recology South Bay at 408-970-5100 for questions.
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Children's SpooktaClara Halloween Party: Join us at the Children’s SpooktaClara Halloween Party on Saturday, Oct. 26,12 - 3 p.m. at Central Park, 909 Kiely Blvd. This free event is for ages 10 and under. Activities will include Trick or Treat Row, Pumpkin Walk, carnival games, sponsor giveaways, arts & crafts, and more! Visit SantaClaraca.gov/Halloween for more information.
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Enjoy the Musical, Oliver: Roberta Jones Junior Theater brings to life, “Oliver!”, the story of a child who dares to trust in others, search for love, and ask for more in London’s seedy underworld. Consider yourself at home with Lionel Bart's classic musical based on the Charles Dickens novel, Oliver Twist. Performances will be held the weekends of Nov. 1-3 and 8-10. Purchase general admission tickets at $15 each. Performances will be held at the Community Recreation Center, 969 Kiely Blvd. Visit SantaClaraCA.gov/ActiveNet for more information and to purchase tickets.
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Worm Composting Workshop: Help your plants and veggies thrive during the Fall and Winter seasons and beyond! Learn how to build, maintain, and troubleshoot a worm bin that you can use for vermicomposting. Register to attend the Worm Composting Basics Workshop on Saturday, Nov. 2, from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. at Everett N. "Eddie" Souza Community Garden at 2380 Monroe St. Registration is required and limited to 12 attendees. Register at ucanr.edu/compost or by calling the “Rot Line” at 408-918-4640. |
Classes and Activities
Resident Youth Card Membership: The 2024-25 Resident Youth Card is available for purchase at the Youth & Teen Center, 2446 Cabrillo Ave. or online for $30. Membership is valid through July 2025. The annual Resident Youth card membership includes free access to:
- Youth and Teen Center
- After School Program weekdays until 6 p.m.
- Skate Park afterschool and Saturdays
- Summer Open Gym/After Camp Care
- Summer Recreation Swim at Warburton Park and Mary Gomez Park
Community Service Opportunity at Children’s SpooktaClara Halloween Party: Middle school and high school students, are you looking for community service hours? Come help us set up, lead carnival games, manage inflatables and distribute treats in Trick or Treat Row. Visit SantaClaraca.gov/ActiveNet to register.
Volunteer Magical Bridge Kindness Ambassadors are Needed: Kindness Ambassadors facilitate events, crafts, and activities for all ages and abilities and promote kindness at the playground. Looking for a way to add a meaningful experience to college/work applications? Your work as a Kindness Ambassador will help make the Magical Bridge Playground a welcoming place for all. Kindness Ambassadors will receive training to promote kindness and inclusion both on, and off, the playground. Visit SantaClaraCA.gov/ActiveNet to sign up and for more information.
Total Body HIIT Class: This fitness class combines maximum effort intervals with short rest periods. Work your body with a combination of body weight, free weights, and running for an efficient and fun workout. Classes will be held at the Reed and Grant Sports Park on Thursdays from Oct. 17 – Dec. 19 at 4:45 p.m. or 6 p.m. Visit SantaClaraca.gov/ActiveNet to register.
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City Council & Commission Meetings
View upcoming City Council Study Sessions, joint Council/Commission meetings, as well as Council Public Hearing and general business agenda items online at Legislative Public Meetings on the City website at SantaClaraCA.gov/Meetings.
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Job Opportunities
Join the Center of What’s Possible! View all job opportunities and for information on how to apply, visit SantaClaraCA.gov/Jobs.
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