San Mateo County Halloween Events
October 17, 2011
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Now that we have really enjoyable weather, it will be great fun for our ghosts and goblins this year.
Farmer John’s Pumpkin Farm 
http://www.farmerjohnspumpkins.com/
Fun, family atmosphere in a relaxing country setting off of Highway 1. Monday – Friday 9:30am – 5:30pm, Saturday and Sunday 9am – 6pm. 850 North Cabrillo Highway, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019. (650) 726-4980.
Half Moon Bay Main Street
http://www.miramarevents.com/pumpkinfest/
41st Half Moon Bay Art and Pumpkin Festival 2011- Music stages, food, drinks, crafts, costume contests and more. October 15th – 16th, 2011. 10am – 5pm. 850 North Cabrillo Highway, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019.
Lemo’s Farm
http://www.lemosfarm.com/pumpkins.html
Halloween on the Farm- Pumpkin patches, ghost train ride, hay ride, and haunted house, and petting zoo. Open daily in October. 12320 San Mateo Rd., Half Moon Bay, CA 94019. (650) 726-2342.
Menlo Park
http://www.menlopark.org/departments/com/spevents.html
Halloween Parade and Carnival- Parade from Burgess Park to Fremont Park. Participants will receive a trick or treat bag. After the parade, trick or treat your way back to Burgess Park through Downtown Menlo Park at participating stores. The Arrillaga Family Recreation Center will then open for a carnival for children ages 12 and under. Activities are co-sponsored by the Menlo Park Chamber of Commerce. Saturday, October 29th, 2011. Menlo Park, CA 94025.
Redwood City: Pick of the Patch Pumpkins
http://www.abctreefarms.net/pumpkin#main
Pick of the Patch Pumpkins- Offer several varieties of pumpkins, interactive Pumpkin Patch Tours, bounce houses, slides, retail items (such as carving kits, painting kits, snacks) and a Halloween photograph area. Sunday – Thursday 9:30am to 9:00pm Friday & Saturday 9:30am to 9:30pm. 1301 Broadway, Redwood City, CA 94063..
San Bruno: Pick of the Patch Pumpkins
http://www.abctreefarms.net/pumpkin#main
Pick of the Patch Pumpkins- Offer several varieties of pumpkins, interactive Pumpkin Patch Tours, bounce houses, slides, retail items (such as carving kits, painting kits, snacks) and a Halloween photograph area. Sunday – Thursday 9:30am to 9:00pm Friday & Saturday 9:30am to 9:30pm. Sneath Ln & Huntington Ave., San Bruno, CA 94066.
Serramonte Center
http://www.serramontecenter.com/event/spook-parade-costume-contest/
Spook Parade and Costume Contest – Trick-or-treat with participating stores. Parade, costumes, and prizesp for children ages 12 and under. Monday, October 31, 2011 3pm – 6pm. See other Halloween events at Serramonte in October. 3 Serramonte Center, Daly City, CA 94015. (650) 992-8687.
San Carlos: Pick of the Patch Pumpkins
http://www.abctreefarms.net/pumpkin#main
Pick of the Patch Pumpkins- Offer several varieties of pumpkins, interactive Pumpkin Patch Tours, bounce houses, slides, retail items (such as carving kits, painting kits, snacks) and a Halloween photograph area. Sunday – Thursday 9:30am to 9:00pm Friday & Saturday 9:30am to 9:30pm. W El Camino Real & Arroyo Ave, San Carlos, CA 94070.
How to dispose of prescription drugs
October 2, 2011
I had decided to clean out my Mom’s bathroom cabinets, which were filled with old prescriptions from the 40′s, 50′s and on… Needless to say, I am surprised they are still in tact. My Mom still thinks one of these days she will be using them.
In the Bay Area, we are fortunate that our police stations in each city have a disposal bag inside the station. We don’t need anymore drugs in our water. I decided after cleaning out Mom’s cabinet in Michigan, it was time to do mine when I got back home. I think I need to do this on a more regular basis.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/fdaphotos/5664574925/ Check this out, if you don’t have any other way of disposing drugs.
This other flyer also has more info. from the fda. gov site.
Farmer’s Market Today with Live Music
August 25, 2011
Come and listen to Groovy Judy this evening at the little park across from Bank of America. Groovy Judy is a Psychedelic 60s Rocker…
The event will be from 4 pm to 8 pm and will feature table after table of fresh fruit produce, flowers, art, jams, wines, and music.
The weather will be great and the streets will be full of food. Come join your neighbors!
San Carlos Wins Green Award
August 5, 2011
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San Carlos has been selected as one of 20 cities, and the first in San Mateo County, to be accepted into the Institute for Local Government‘s awards program, the Beacon Award, recognizing cities that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and save energy.
“San Carlos is proud to be one of the small group of cities and counties in California that have received approval to join the Beacon Award Program,” said Mayor Andy Klein.
San Carlos is being recognized in the Beacon Award program for its work in Green Programs and Sustainability, according to a statement released by the city. The city has previously received three awards for their climate action plan, and innovative programs for cell phone and battery recycling.
“I know that San Carlos has some impressive work in this area to share in this area with other agencies through the Beacon Award Program,” said Klein.
Hal Conklin, Chairman of the Institute, said he was delighted to have San Carlos participate.
“We’re looking forward to celebrating San Carlos’ leadership, following its accomplishments, and sharing its best practices with other cities and counties around the State.”
Belmont Farmer’s Market
August 3, 2011
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Come and browse the fresh produce, fruits, nuts and freshly baked breads and pastries, specialty foods, flowers and more on Sundays from 9 AM until 1:00. The Belmont Farmer’s Market is located at the CalTrain parking lot at El Camino Real and O’Neill Streets. You will be entertained by local live music.
There is an extra bonus of $5 when you purchase at least $10 in EBT/CalFresh tokens at the Farmer’s Market. If you do receive food stamps, just bring your EBT card to the famer’s market every-time you shop. You can purchase tokens from the market manager that is in the bright yellow shirt. This is available until September 30, 2011.
Farmer’s Market San Carlos
July 14, 2011
OK…I give up, I have to have these strawberries! They are so sweet…. Yum! I just love our Farmer’s Markets, what a lovely time of year. Come and stroll the streets and enjoy the company and local friends. Stop by and sample the goodies and listen to the local music at the small park and enjoy your family.
Farmer’s Market in San Carlos
July 10, 2011
The Farmer’s Market on Laurel Street in San Carlos is definitely the place to be on Thursdays from 4-8. Lots of fresh produce, live music, flowers and the local fare. A great place to meet and greet our fellow San Carlans. See you there!
Edgewood Park Wildflowers and Trails Redwood City
May 15, 2011
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Edgewood Park and Natural Preserve is famous for its spectacular spring wildflower displays. Docents offer free wildflower walks every Saturday and Sunday starting at 10:00 am through the first weekend in June. The approximately three-hour walks through grasslands, chaparral, coastal scrub, and foothill woodlands, wet lands. You can see 50-100 plants in flower, the Bay checkerspot butterfuly, many plant species as well as a habitat for foxes, coyotes, racconns, and deers. Visitors can complement their docent led walk by visiting the new Education Center located near the main entrance and featuring interactive exhibits that explain Edgewood’s connection to the surrounding landscape and its history.
Great place to experience nature and get some excerise in at the same time.
Weather in Belmont
May 9, 2011
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The best time of year for Belmont weather is the spring. We are in a special spot between the Pacific Ocean and the San Francisco Bay which keeps Belmont weather relatively cool in the summer and mild the rest of the year.
But what about the so-called microclimates we hear so much about?
For those of you who live and work in Belmont it may come as no surprise to find the temperature in one part of Belmont completely different from another. These so called “microclimates” exist all over the Peninsula but in some cities such as Belmont, they can be found within the city itself.
With the micro-climates…in the 1860’s, William Ralston picked an area in Belmont to build his home located near the downtown section of Belmont, yet secluded inland far enough away to be protected from the colder San Francisco Bay winds, this area today is known for its superior microclimate.
Other microclimates can be found elsewhere such as in the hills overlooking the bay. These higher elevations are affected also; by more exposure to the wind and their altitude. Referred to as the “lapse rate”—for every 1,000 feet in elevation, temperatures are around 3.5 degrees lower. So it stands to reason that a home up in Belcrest Gardens near Highway 92 would be cooler than a home in Sterling Downs; but it’s not just elevation that accounts for the differential in temperatures. Microclimates created by the shelter of a hillside, ravine or eastern exposure can create a protected environment free from the cool afternoon wind which can drop temperatures as much as 20 degrees in the course of just a few hour…
Hot Harvest Nights San Carlos
May 2, 2011
A fun time every summer with Hot Harvest Nights in San Carlos. A great place for flower buffs, fresh produce, home made food, etc… Good for everyone! Located in the 700 block of Laurel Street in downtown San Carlos. They also provide musical entertainment. Stores stay open throughout the entire area. No dogs are allowed! Photo compliments of Barbara Bell!
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