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May 2010
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this Issue:
Summer Activity Guide
"Almost" Mother's Day Kid's Concert
Kids Nights
Kids Saturday Adventures
Music on the Square
9th Annual Pet Parade
Bicycle Rodeo
Events at the VMSC
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Summer Activity Guide |
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Summer Activity Guide
Look for your copy in your mailbox after May 13. All residents of Redwood City and Woodside will receive the brochure in the mail. If you would like to be added to the mailing list, email us!
Registration Dates:
summer camp & swim lesson registration began in March and is available now!
Residents- May 25 at 11am
Non-residents- June 1 at 11am
Click here for our Summer Camp Website! |
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| Almost Mother's Day Kid's Concert |
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"Almost" Mother's Day Kid's Concert
starring Andy Z and the Andyland Band
Saturday, May 8, 2010
11:00am-1:00pm
Courthouse Square (map)
FREE for the whole family! Enjoy a fun kid's concert, Starring Andy Z and the Andyland Band! Your child may also create a Mother's Day Gift at our craft area. The Redwood City Downtown Business Group will be presenting the winners of the "Why I Love My Mom" Essay Contest. Sponsored by the Redwood City Mother's Club and Redwood City's Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department and Redevelopment Agency. |
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| Kids Nights Out! |
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Kids Night: Glamorous Girls Night
Ages 6-12
Friday, May 7, 2010 - Register now! Still space!
5:30-8pm
$20/$24 NR
Calling all girls! This is a night of pampering and all things girly. We will have cool finger nail polishing, make your own bracelet, and more! Pizza and drinks will be provided. Come join the party
Location: RMCC |
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| Kids Saturday Adventures |
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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk- Register Now
Saturday, May 22, 2010
10am-4pm
$45 / $59 NR
Summer is right around the corner so join us for some fun in the sun at Santa Cruz
Beach Boardwalk! The trip departs from Sandpiper Community Center at 10am and
will return by 4pm. Fees include admission and supervision. Participants should bring a lunch and running shoes. Contact Telisha Brent for more information.
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| Music on the Square |
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 Friday, May 14, 2010
Courthouse Square (map)
Shane Dwight
American Roots
Northern California native, now Nashville-based, Shane Dwight is a young American Roots Music artist for the 21st century – a killer blues player who can rock the house all night long with the best of them, and an introspective singer-songwriter whose voice rings true at alt-country, Americana, R&B, and flat-out Rock N Roll. There is no pigeonhole for Shane Dwight, and no single corral can hold this bucking bronco. More...
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 Friday, May 21, 2010
Courthouse Square (map)
Bell Brothers
Country Rock
Simply Rockin'! Northern California’s top Country Rock band, The Bell Brothers, deliver a contagious and high-energy performance with their strong vocal harmonies and their rock solid musicianship. More... |
 Friday, May 28, 2010
Courthouse Square (map)
Mestizo
Classic Latin Rock
Mestizo is a high energy,powerful 12 piece Latin Rock band that will pull you off your seat and keep you on the dance floor. More... |
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| 9th Annual Pet Parade |
9th Annual Pet Parade
Experience the happiest event of the year!
May 22, 2010
11:00am-3:00pm
Parade starts at 12pm
Courthouse Square (map)
Booths, Food, Music and Demonstrations! Parade is FREE.
Experience the happiest event of the year!
• Parade is FREE
• $5 Per Contest Entry
• Pet costumes are encouraged...you too!
• Awards for contest winners.
• Photos with you and your pet
• Awards for contest winners.
• Rescue Groups
• Pet related businesses
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| Bicycle Rodeo |
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Full Bike Safety Inspection
Skills Course Instruction
Non-Competitive, fun event for bicyclists ages 8 to 12
Saturday, May 15, 2010
10am-2pm
food for lunch will be available
St. Peter’s Church 178 Clinton St. Redwood City (map)
This event will include a series of “stations” to teach important
aspects of cycling safety. Participants will have their bicycles
inspected and will learn and practice bicycle handling skills that
are intended to increase their enjoyment of cycling while
keeping them safe. Parents will be encouraged to participate.
RSVP: David Householder,
(415) 845-4796
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| Events at the VMSC |
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2010 Veterans Honorary Luncheon
Thursday, May 20, 2010
Noon-2pm
Honor our troops (past & present) on Thursday, May 27th during an honorary luncheon. This luncheon will feature will special guest speakers and veterans. Special patriotic music and tributes will complete this event. Please call the VMSC lunch desk at (650) 780-7259 for reservation by Monday, May 17th. Cost is $7. |
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Friday Movies for Everyone
1:15pm
Unless Otherwise Announced
Come to the Veterans Memorial Senior Center in December for a FREE featured movie in our state of the art movie theatre!
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Friday, May 7: The Blind Side
Friday, May 14: The Hurt Locker
Friday, May 21: Up In The Air
Friday, May 28: An Education
Friday, June 4: Crazy Heart |
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Lecture Series
All lectures are FREE and are held at the Veterans Memorial Senior Center.
Senior Forum Luncheon
Friday, May 14, 2010
Noon-2pm
Learn more about the San Mateo County Senior Forum and current aging issues, trends and advocacy work. A roast beef lunch
will be served. $7.00.
Lifeline Medical Alert Service: Helping You Live Independently at Home
Thursday, May 20, 2010
1-2pm
Mills Peninsula Lifeline coordinator, Jessica Castro, will discuss the medical alert service that summons help in an emergency when activated by pushing a small button worn on a necklace or wristband. A question and answer session and self-evaluation will follow. |
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