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Giant Sweep Volunteer Day at McLaren Park and Louis Sutter Playground on August 16
San Francisco is naturally one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Unfortunately, some people think it's OK to trash it. The Giant Sweep anti-litter campaign aims to stop that behavior and build a team to keep San Francisco clean and beautiful.
In February 2012, San Francisco Mayor Ed Lee and the World Champion San Francisco Giants launched Giant Sweep, a citywide campaign that brings together local schools, residents, businesses and community groups to create a culture of clean.
Join SF Public Works and Rec and Park for a Giant Sweep Volunteer Day of Service event at McLaren Park and Louis Sutter Playground on Saturday, August 16, 2014, from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The event will include park beautification projects followed by a picnic lunch. RSVP at recparkvolunteer@sfgov.org. |
Street Soccer USA National Cup Event at Civic Center, August 15-17
Street Soccer USA plays for more than just winning or losing. It plays to better itself, to better its community, and to better the world. Its mission is to improve health, education, and employment outcomes for the most disadvantaged through sports. Street Soccer USA also seeks to raise awareness about the challenges of poverty in America so that as a country we can develop a more level playing field for all.
Join us at the 4v4 Street Soccer USA Cup 2014 in Civic Center Plaza where program teams from 16 cities will celebrate their goals on and off the field.
- PLAY: Play in the Cup and registration fees support Street Soccer USA's program during the year
- VOLUNTEER: Signup to volunteer with you and your kids to learn about how soccer in changing the lives of at-risk and homeless youth in SF
- CHEER: Come to the Opening Ceremonies on Friday August 15th at 12:00pm and cheer on the teams throughout the weekend
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Thousands Come Out to Bid Farewell to the 'Stick at Rec and Park's Community Day
Thanks to everyone who came out to Candlestick Park on Sunday, August 3, for our Free Community Day at the 'Stick. More than 12,000 people enjoyed carnival rides, food trucks, field activities, stadium tours, live entertainment and visits from SF Giants and SF 49ers alumni. This summer, Rec and Park has been celebrating the Last Summer at the 'Stick with a series of events that is paying homage to a stadium that has seen its fair share of historic moments, including the last concert by The Beatles, a visit from Pope John Paul II, the 1989 World Series and, of course, The Catch, which launched the 49ers into their first of five Super Bowls. (Photos by Carly Curiel)
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Fall Registration Going On Now!
This fall, get out and play with SF Rec and Park. Log onto sfreconline.com today to browse our catalog of nearly 1,400 classes and programs, including yoga and fitness classes for adults, dance classes for seniors, and art and sports programs for kids. We have something for everyone! |
Saturday in the Park McLaren Concert Series Kicks Off This Saturday, August 9
The Friends of the Amp (Jerry Garcia Amphitheater in McLaren Park) announces the 2014 Saturday in the Park McLaren Concert Series beginning August 9. These free concerts feature an eclectic mix of genres, including R&B, Classic Rock, Bluegrass, International Music and the Blues. All concerts begin at 1 p.m. For more information on concert dates and performers, click here.
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Healthy Parks, Healthy People Trail Walk at Lake Merced This Saturday, August 9
Join our friendly Rec & Park guides for some socializing, light stretching, and a stress-free walk around Lake Merced, San Francisco's only freshwater lake. This free, fun, and healthy activity begins at 10 a.m. at the new Lake Merced Boathouse, 1 Harding Road (on the right as you enter the gate to TPC Harding Golf Course). For more information email lisa.mchenry@sfgov.org. |
B-Magic Annual Back to School Celebration at Youngblood Coleman Park on August 16
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2014 Annual Dahlia Show, August 16-17
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Trail Restoration Weekend at McLaren Park, August 22-24
McLaren Park is San Francisco's second largest park, but has been underappreciated for years. Access to the park is difficult from the community on the park's southern border, so V-O-Cal is tackling the creation of a brand new trail in the area of the park that runs along Visitacion, giving locals a nice off-road access into the body of the park. You can be part of the effort!
Join us for the weekend or for just a day. Work on the trail or help in camp with registration, providing food for over 100 volunteers, setting up shower tents, serving beer and more... You won't want to miss it! Sign up now!Download the Fact Sheet for directions and other important information.
- Make a lasting contribution
- Tools, gloves, instructions and meals provided
- Volunteer one day or the whole weekend
- Optional camping Friday and Saturday nights
- No previous experience necessary
- Opportunities available on trail or in base camp
- Ages 14 and over welcome
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Stern Grove Festival Going Strong in its 77th Season
The 77th season of the Stern Grove Festival continues through August, providing free Sunday concerts in the park throughout the summer months.
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