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Email from City of San Mateo Check out the latest from the City of San Mateo In today's edition: Celebrate the Holidays in San Mateo this Weekend (Dec. 6–8) You’re Invited to the Winter Wonder Walk Tonight! Winter Activities Registration Starts Dec. 10 City Council Meeting & Reorganization on Dec. 9 Election Results Fire Dept. Hosting Toy Drive Events with Santa on Dec. 12 & 14 Teen Event: Career of the Month with Greg Vatman Teen Finals Cafe American Popular Culture Tower Power Hour! Storytime and STEM Craft We Are Hiring: Human Resources Manager! PayByPhone Green December Initiative City Manager's Office Celebrate the Holidays in San Mateo this Weekend (Dec. 6–8) Join us for a weekend of holiday cheer, family fun, and festive shopping while supporting local businesses! Friday, Dec. 6 | 6-8 p.m. Winter Wonder Walk at 25th Avenue (between Hacienda and Flores) Start the season with an outdoor, family-friendly event featuring decorated storefronts, live music, holiday menus, children’s activities, and local vendors. Learn more here. Saturday, Dec. 7 | 4 - 6 p.m. Winter Wonderland at Central Park (50 E 5th Avenue) Enjoy crafts, holiday music, photo opportunities, cookie decorating, and hot chocolate. Crafts are free and available on a first-come, first-served basis. See more information below. Saturday, Dec. 7 | 4:30–6 p.m. Las Posadas on North B Street (Between Tilton and Baldwin) Celebrate with live music, holiday treats, and festive cheer brought to you by North B Street merchants. Enjoy the vibrant atmosphere as businesses host seasonal activities and goodies. Then, head over to welcome the Holiday Train! Saturday, Dec. 7 | 5- 5:45 p.m. Caltrain’s Holiday Train (Downtown San Mateo Caltrain Station) Check out a Taekwondo performance at 5 p.m.before Santa and friends arrive on the Holiday Train at 5:30 p.m. The train brings festive lights, decorations, and holiday spirit to delight families and children of all ages. Sunday, December 8 | 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. HEAD WEST Marketplace (B Street, between 1st and 2nd Avenues) Shop for unique holiday gifts or treat yourself at this vibrant marketplace featuring 50 local makers, merchants, crafters, designers, and artists. Explore Downtown San Mateo’s retail shops and savor delicious food from local eateries. Join us downtown this weekend to celebrate the season, connect with the community, and discover something special for everyone on your list. We can’t wait to see you there! You’re Invited to the Winter Wonder Walk Tonight! Join the City and the San Mateo Area Chamber of Commerce on Friday, Dec. 6, 6-8 p.m. for an enchanting evening filled with holiday cheer! During the event, located on 25th Avenue (between Flores and Hacienda), you can stroll along beautifully decorated storefronts and cast your vote for the most dazzling holiday display. You can also check out: Live performances by talented local school bands. Special holiday menus and specialty drinks from local restaurants. Hot chocolate, other refreshments and children’s activities. Unique finds from vendors set up along the sidewalks. Bring your friends and family for a magical night that celebrates the season. We can’t wait to see you there! See More Downtown Events Parks and Recreation Updates Winter Activities Registration Starts Dec. 10 Get an early start on your 2025 plans by checking out the new Winter Activity Guide and registering quickly to ensure you get all the programs you want! Registration for our winter session for starts next week on Tuesday, Dec. 10 at 9 a.m. for San Mateo residents and Dec. 12 at 9 a.m. for non-residents. There is something for everybody–from arts and crafts, enrichment and learning, to dance and fitness and school break camps! Register online by visiting: www.sanmateorec.org. Register Here City Clerk's Office News City Council Meeting & Reorganization on Dec. 9 Join us at City Hall to recognize our outgoing Council Members and celebrate the installation of our new City Council members, Deputy Mayor, and Mayor. A free reception with food and refreshments will be held in the Atrium after the Regular meeting adjourns. See more details below. City Council Meeting & Reorganization Dec. 9, 7 p.m. City Hall Council Chambers 330 W. 20th Ave Questions? Contact the City Clerk's Office, clerk@cityofsanmateo.org or call (650) 522-7040. Election Results Certified results for the Nov. 5 2024 election were released on Dec. 5 at 4:30 p.m. To view the official results for San Mateo's Districts 2 & 4 City Council election and Measure T, visit smcvote.org. Learn More Fire Department Announcements Fire Dept. Hosting Toy Drive Events with Santa on Dec. 12 & 14 During the holidays, the San Mateo Consolidated Fire Department's firefighters serve as Santa's helpers by collecting toys, from hosting donation barrels at all stations and Hillsdale Mall to their annual toy drive events where Santa makes a cameo appearance! On Dec, 12 they will host the "Santa at the Firehouse & Toy Drive" event, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. at Station 14 in Belmont, featuring an apperance by Santa. Just bring an unwrapped toy for entry. On Dec. 14, they will host their annual pancake “Breakfast with Santa” event, 9-11:30 a.m. at Station 21 on Elsworth in Downtown San Mateo. Santa will arrive at 9:30 a.m. so please arrive early to make sure you don't miss photos with him on the 1921 fire engine, courtesy of Event Bros. Library News & Events Teen Event: Career of the Month with Greg Vatman Tuesday, Dec. 10 | 6 - 7 p.m. | Main Library, 1st Floor Oak Room The career of the Month series continues with a presentation led by Greg Vatman, senior software manager at Itron. Mr. Vatman holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Logistics and Business Law from Penn State University. After graduating, he began his career in technical consulting near Philadelphia before relocating to California to join a startup. He will share his insights developed through his 20 years of professional experience across various organizations, including the past 15 years at Itron. Learn More Teen Finals Cafe Dec. 10 - 12 | 4 - 6 p.m. | Main Library, 1st Floor, Community Meeting Rooms Are you looking for the perfect spot to study for finals? Come join us on the first floor Community Rooms, where you and other students in 9th through 12th grade can study alone or with friends in a comfortable setting. Snacks and drinks will be provided to help keep your energy up. The next sessions take place: Tuesday, Dec. 10: Cedar Room Wednesday, Dec. 11: Laurel Room Thursday, Dec. 12: Laurel Room No registration required. More Information Learn More American Popular Culture Wednesday, Dec. 11 |12:30 - 1:30 p.m. Main Library Project Read offers a new class focused on American history, culture, and science. This class will cover topics typically learned between 4th and 6th grade, including U.S. government, California history, science topics like the Pacific Ocean and earthquakes, and fun subjects like car culture, movies, and global trends like K-pop and anime. Learn More Tower Power Hour! Storytime and STEM Craft Saturday, Dec. 14 | 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. | Main Library, 1st Floor, Oak Room The Youth Activities Council (YAC) of Parks and Recreation present a special STEM storytime featuring engineering crafts for kids Grade K-5. Registration is required. Register Here Check out the Library's Events Calendar Human Resources Updates We Are Hiring: Human Resources Manager! The City of San Mateo is looking for a highly qualified Human Resources Manager to join the San Mateo Consolidated Fire Department (SMC Fire) team. This role is your chance to make an impact by leading key HR functions that support our dedicated team serving the cities of San Mateo, Belmont, and Foster City. Don’t miss this opportunity! Apply today at www.calopps.org. Learn More & Apply Community News PayByPhone Green December Initiative Help plant trees by using the PayByPhone app to pay for parking when visiting downtown San Mateo this month! From Now through Dec. 31, for every 50 parking transactions completed through the PayByPhone app, one tree will be planted in areas of deforestation in Kenya. This year, PayByPhone’s goal is to plant 5,500 trees to support reforestation and create a healthier planet. To participate: 1. Download the PayByPhone app. 2. Use the PayByPhone app to pay for parking in downtown San Mateo. 2. Spread the word! Every transaction counts! Let’s make this December greener for future generations, and combat deforestation. Follow our progress here: https://www.paybyphone.com/green-december   Follow us on social media & stay engaged Share This Email Share This Email Share This Email City of San Mateo | 330 West 20th Avenue | San Mateo, CA 94403 US Unsubscribe | Update Profile | Our Privacy Policy | Constant Contact Data Notice