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Email from City of South San Francisco     View the complete newsletter on the web   Hello, South San Francisco Community! First of all, thank you to everyone who stopped by our Preferred Concept Open House at the upcoming park on Linden and Pine last Saturday. Over 65 people came to see the preferred concept that you, our community, helped put together with your amazing feedback! We’re very proud of the design we presented, and feel it honors the community’s culture and our future. We are also grateful to all of our Linden Avenue business owners & merchants for their support of the project and valuable feedback over the course of the last year. Learn more about the design and our efforts at revitalizing this part of our historic Old Town, and stay tuned for more opportunities to vote on the fun park amenities: public art, a community mural, fitness options, and play equipment. We’re so excited to see this come to life in 2026! Also at the open house were representatives for our S.E.E. at Martin Elementary project - School traffic safety Enhancement for Everyone. We’ve heard your desire to make street safety improvements around this area, and I'm taking action! Our city engineering team has been sharing various options and gathering feedback at events around the area, with more events to come. Learn more here, and let’s work together to make our South City streets safer for everyone.   Save the Date for the Next Cafecito! Join me and my special guest, Vice Mayor Mark Addiego for our next “Cafecito” on March 15 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. This month we are coming to District 1 at our local Starbucks at 100 McClellan Dr. to enjoy community and engage in conversation and getting to know your neighbors. Space is limited, so register early, and come share with us your ideas and solutions. Calling All Future Leaders! 🌟 Are you—or someone you know—a high school junior or senior curious about how your city runs? 🚀 Join Youth in Government, an exciting program where you’ll dive into the inner workings of local government. This is your chance to team up with elected officials, city leaders, and department directors to see how decisions that shape your community are made. 🏛️✨ But that’s not all! You’ll get to show off your skills in a mock city council meeting, where your friends and family can cheer you on as you step into the shoes of a city leader. 🎤📜  Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to lead, learn, and make a difference! The application deadline is March 14th, so act now and secure your spot. Let’s build the leaders of tomorrow—starting with YOU! Learn More   Level Up Your Spanish Skills at the SSF Library! Looking to brush up on your Spanish while making new friends? Join the Spanish Conversation Group at the South San Francisco Library! Practice your language skills in a friendly, supportive environment every Monday at 6:00 PM. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your fluency, this group is the perfect way to improve while having fun. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to connect, learn, and grow. See you there! Learn More   We are proud to be a Diverse, Equitable, and Inclusive City! South San Francisco values diversity, equity and inclusion and we value the quality of life and safety of all of our community members regardless of immigration status. We are one South City a city created and supported by many amazing immigrants. If you missed the first, ”Know Your Rights” ”Conozca Sus Derechos” immigration workshop on February 12, please visit the County’s Office of Community Affairs for additional workshops and resources. We are monitoring all resources and will continue to communicate and share immigrant rights resources and other local dates and workshops that we have planned in the next weeks, as they come. Rapid Response Hotline: Find out how to prepare for or report immigration or ICE raids and verify the correct information. Call and use this easy access phone line, save the number: San Mateo County Rapid Response Hotline at 203-666-4472 (203-NO-MIGRA).   Help Recognize Local Veterans As part of the Orange Memorial Park Aquatic Center project, the City of South San Francisco is proud to construct a new Veterans Memorial. This meaningful tribute will honor our local Veterans, featuring the restoration of the Eternal Flame sculpture and recognition plaques. The memorial will also include a newly illuminated flagpole to enhance visibility and accessible surfaces to ensure the space can host memorial events for all to gather and reflect. This project stands as a lasting testament to the courage, service, and sacrifice of our Veterans. If you know of a Veteran from South San Francisco who died in the line of duty or from service-related causes, submit their name through the online survey or complete a paper form at the Roberta Teglia Center (601 Grand Avenue), Grand Library (306 Walnut Avenue) or the Library | Parks & Recreation Center (901 Civic Campus Way) by March 31. All submissions will be reviewed against the Veterans Affairs database, and eligible names may be added to the new plaques at the memorial. Learn more and complete a submission form here.     UPCOMING EVENTS   Tuesday, March 11, 7:00 PM: What’s Happening East of 101 – A Biotech Speaker Series with Kaiser Permantente Dive Into the Cutting-Edge World of Biotech! Don’t miss the highly anticipated new season of "What's Happening East of 101? A Biotech Speaker Series!" Kicking off this season is none other than Kaiser South San Francisco’s Chief of Radiation Oncology, Dr. Minn, delivering a captivating talk on "Advancements in Cancer Therapy." This is your chance to explore the groundbreaking innovations happening right here in South San Francisco. Discover how biotechnology and life sciences are shaping healthcare, opening doors to exciting career opportunities, and transforming our community. Whether you’re curious, career-focused, or just eager to connect, this event has something for everyone! Mark your calendars and register today! Spaces are limited, and you won’t want to miss this dynamic, eye-opening series. Let’s explore the future together! Register Here   Did You Know You Can Read the San Francisco Chronicle, San Mateo Daily Journal, New York Times, and more newspapers at the Library? Stay Informed with Free Access to Top Newspapers—Courtesy of Your SSF Library! Read the New York Times, San Francisco Chronicle, San Mateo Daily Journal, and more—all for FREE with your South San Francisco Library card? Whether you’re catching up on local news or exploring stories from around the globe, the library has you covered. Head to the Library’s website and select the "Newspapers" section to dive in. If you’re reading from home, have your library barcode number handy for seamless access.  Don’t have a library card yet? Signing up is quick and easy—just visit our website to get started. Have questions? Our friendly staff is here to help! Call 650-829-3860 or email us at ssfpladm@plsinfo.org.     COMMUNITY RESOURCES Breaking the Stigma: Mental Health Support Right Here in South City! We’re proud to partner with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) to bring not one, but two amazing support groups to our community at the Robert Cerri Teglia Center, located at 801 Grand Ave. These groups are here to empower, connect, and create a safe space for those navigating mental health challenges. For Adults 18+: Join us on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM For Adults 55+: Join us on the 1st and 3rd Mondays of each month from 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM These peer-led groups provide a welcoming, confidential space to share personal experiences, exchange support, and connect with others who truly understand. Together, we’re fostering a community of care, compassion, and strength. Mental health is just as important as physical health—let’s continue the conversation and embrace the support we all deserve. Spread the word and let’s shatter the stigma, one conversation at a time.  If you or someone you know could benefit from these resources, don’t hesitate to join. We’re all in this together! Learn More     Celebrate the Season and Support Your Local Women’s Club! Get ready for a fun-filled day of community and creativity! Just in time for St. Patrick’s Day, Easter, and Mother’s Day, the South San Francisco Women’s Club is hosting an exciting Craft, Plant, & Bake Sale—and they’d love to see YOU there! Bring your friends and family to explore unique crafts, pick up beautiful plants, and treat yourself to delicious baked goods—all while supporting a wonderful local organization. It’s the perfect way to celebrate the season and connect with your community!  📅 When: Saturday, March 15, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM 📍Where: 470 Grand Avenue, South San Francisco Don’t miss this chance to shop, mingle, and enjoy all the charm that South San Francisco has to offer. For more information, call the South San Francisco Women’s Club at (650) 873-8030.  Let’s make this a day to remember—see you there!   Stay informed with other City communications! Sign up to receive newsletters from the Library and Parks & Recreation, or get notifications about the Shuttle, construction, and Police bulletins by signing up on the City website. Remember, you can read this entire newsletter fully in Spanish or Tagalog, or any other language via our website, by tapping on the top right corner of the website (for most, the default language will appear as English (United States)). Choose your preferred language in the menu.   Read the newsletter on the web   Please take care of yourself, and each other! Mayor Eddie City of South San Francisco       City of South San Francisco | 400 Grand Avenue | South San Francisco, CA 94080 US Unsubscribe | Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice