Shore Dogs Park Redwood Shores

February 3, 2011

This is a great park… especially since you don’t have to have a leash to have your dog there. Shore Dogs Park is a completely fenced “off leash” dog park with a double-gated entrance to an area for large dogs and another area for small dogs. Benches, drinking water for dogs and doggie waste bags and dispensers are available. Shore Dogs is open for use from dawn until dark. During the rainy season, however, be advised that the park is subject to closure without prior notice at the discretion of the Park and Recreation Department and the Shore Dogs Board.

For information on closure due to rain call 650-654-6538.

          
Shore Dogs is located near the end of Radio Road in Redwood Shores, California, near a corner of San Francisco Bay, where during the spring and fall migration season, you can watch the shore birds.

Belmont with Enzo Garcia for Children

September 18, 2010

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SAN MATEO COUNTY PARKS

September 10, 2010

Some Park Ideas for San Mateo County Parks….

Enzo Garcia plays guitar, banjo, accordion, musical saw, jew’s harp, enzotar, slide flute, percussion and more. He has been performing and recording professionally for over fifteen years, the last eight of which he has spent in the San Francisco Bay Area. Enzo has been performing his family music show, “Breakfast with Enzo”, weekly in San Francisco for the past five years, encouraging a wide community of family music makers. All folks – big and small, young and old – are welcome! Recently, Mayor Gavin Newsom proclaimed January 26, 2008 official “Breakfast with Enzo Day” in San Francisco in recognition of Enzo’s contribution to the families of the city. He is in his sixth year of professionally teaching music and movement to children. Enzo has recorded with Grammy nominated musicians as well as Anti-Records recording artist Jolie Holland. Enzo has recorded twelve full length CDs, 10 of which are for families. $5 drop-in fee per person (siblings 7 months and younger are free) for this wonderful concert with Enzo Garcia of ‘San Francisco‘s weekly ‘Breakfast with Enzo’ fame. Interactive music using musical saw, slide flute, percussion and much more for children 8 and under are free! At the Belmont Parks and Recreation Center on October 7th from 10 – 11.

The Parks Department operates 17 separate parks in a wide variety of natural settings including a coastside marine reserve, a bayside recreational area, coastal mountain woodland areas, and urban sites.

Camping   Picnic   Trails   North County Parks                   Coyote Point         X X X X   Coyote Point Marina                   Crystal Springs             X X X Junipero Serra     X   X X   X   Sanchez Adobe                   San Bruno Mountain         X   X X X San Pedro Valley Park     X   X X X X X  Mid-County Parks                   Edgewood Park         X     X X Fitzgerald Marine Reserve                   Flood Park         X X       Huddart Park   X X   X X   X X Mirada Surf                   Pillar Point Bluff                   Quarry Park         X X X X X Woodside Store                   Wunderlich Park               X X  South County Parks                   Heritage Grove         X X   X   Memorial Park X X     X X   X   Pescadero Creek             X X X Sam McDonald   X   X       X X Click on any labeled county park above to go to that park’s homepage.

BICYCLE SUNDAY

September 3, 2010

Bicycle Sundays 9:00am-3:00pmThis area is a real treat, just takes you away from the city life. A great way to exercise, meet friends or just get some fresh air with great senory!On Sundays, Cañada Road is closed between the Filoli entrance and Highway 92 allowing for non-motorized activities including jogging, bicycling, hiking, roller-skating, and walking (Strollers are welcome, but no ball/frisbee activity allowed). Cañada Road between Edgewood Road to the Filoli entrance will remain open to vehicles. Restrooms are available at nearby Edgewood Park and Preserve, approximately 1.2 miles away, as well at the Pulgas Water Temple and Filoli Estate. Bring your own water to the event. Parking is available at both ends of the road. An event permit is needed for large, organized groups of bicyclists, skateboarders, roller bladers or walkers. For more information please call the parks reservation desk at (650) 363-4021 or the Supervising Ranger at (650) 851-1210. Event subject to cancellation for weather, conditions, or staffing. Call Bicycle Sunday Hotline at (650)361-1785 on the day of the event for an update.

Dogs Park in Redwood Shores

August 23, 2010

Shore Dogs Park is a completely fenced “off leash” dog park with a double-gated entrance to an area for large dogs and another area for small dogs. Benches, drinking water for dogs and doggie waste bags and dispensers are available. Shore Dogs is open for use from dawn until dark. During the rainy season, you have to be careful since they sometimes close.

The Green Plant Exchange in Redwood City

August 21, 2010

http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=131767203524113&v=info  Please visit this site…..

This site if full of information, please visit it for information on some of our counties: Santa Cruz, San Mateo and San Francisco.

Join like-minded folks to do an exchange. We’re organizing two plant exchanges this summer in Redwood City, California. Per San Mateo County guidance, this exchange is open to residents of San Francisco, San Mateo, and Santa Cruz counties only.

All types of healthy plants welcome – Small cuttings up to 12” containers, seeds, and bulbs are welcome too.All types of healthy plants welcome – Small cuttings up to 12” containers, seeds, and bulbs are welcome too.

We will be making plans for 2011 soon.

Contact us if you have suggestions, ideas, or wish to volunteer….

facebook.com/Lynn.Chou.Jonas if you need more help or any suggestions or ideas. Wonderful person to work with….

Love the plants!!!

History of the Lake in Emerald Hills

July 13, 2010

Emerald Lake was incorporated September 17, 1920, as a not for profit athletic, recreational and social facility. On August 25, 1926, the Anglo-California Trust Company of San Francisco deeded the property to the Emerald Lake Country Club for the sum of $10, with the following conditions: no building of any bar rooms, livery stables, undertaking establishments or blacksmith shops.

The lake began as a watering hole for cattle and for the stage coach horses that traveled between Pescadero and Redwood City in the late 19th century. The lake was later improved as a recreational facility for owners and renters of cabins in the area who came to escape the summer fog in San Francisco.

The water that fills the lake comes from several seasonal creeks. The lake itself is about 1.75 acres.

Lu’au at the Lake

July 11, 2010

 

I am looking forward to an evening of Aloha at the Emerald Lake Country Club.  What could be better than an evening of authentic island food, feel-good music, and Mai-tai’s on the beach?   

DINNER – Starts at 6:30pm.  You’ll enjoy a full Hawaiian plate of Kalua Pork or Smoked BBQ Chicken, Macaroni salad or Green salad with Macadamia nuts, rice, sweet rolls, and a fresh fruit medley to top it off.  Food by Kauai Abreu Ohana, also known for genuine Hawaiian fare at the annual San Francisco Aloha Festival.

MUSIC – Starts at 7:30pm.  GARDEN ISLAND BLEND is a group of local boys from Kaua’i & Oah’u who transplanted to California. GIB brings you Hawaiian style local kine music, & crossover to oldies, classics, Top 40, and contemporary songs. GIB is also known for their sweet vocal harmonies.  Dance under the stars, or just kick back and relax.

DRINKS – Bottled water, soft drinks, beer and wine and Mai-tai’s available for purchase at the Snack Shack.

TICKETS - $20 for adults, $10 for kids 12 yrs old and under.  Price includes music and full dinner (drinks sold separately).   Tickets are limited, so please purchase in advance at the Lake, or purchase online using Paypal.   

Don’t forget to wear your favorite Hawaiian shirt!  Aloha, see you at the Luau.

4th of July Foster City

July 3, 2010

 

Since most cities are not having fireworks this year, I thought sharing about Foster City would be good. Fireworks start promptly at 9:30, but there is a whole day of events planned starting at 8:00 AM. Enjoy and Happy 4th!

The Fireworks show is provided by Pyro Spectaculars and is scheduled to go off at 9:30pm sharp. The firing line site for the July 4th Pyrotechnic Show is located at the West end of Leo Ryan Park. This location best accommodates the prevailing winds at this time of year. The firing line site can be a dangerous area and will be fenced off.

Music in the Park at Stafford Park

June 25, 2010

Please come and see us at Stafford Park in Redwood City for some great music.Wednesdays 6:00-8:00pm
June 23-August 11, 20
The park series begins this week, kicking things off with The Harmonics Steel Band! Bring a picnic dinner and your family and enjoy music in one of our best parks with a great playground suitable for all ages!

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