2020 Fall Mini-Guide for Adults

B E L M O N TParks & Recreation

Fall 2020 Mini-Guide

~Activities for Adults~

www.belmont.gov/parksandrec

Enhancing the quality of life
for the community

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Contacting Us

The office may be closed due to COVID-19 precautionary measures, but you can still contact us the following ways:

Parks & Recreation Office Monday - Friday Mail: 30 Twin Pines Lane
(650) 595-7441 Twin Pines Park
[email protected] 8am - 5pm Belmont, CA 94002

Twin Pines Senior & Community Center Holiday Closures
(650) 595-7444 9/7, 10/12, 11/11, 11/26, 11/27

Parks & Recreation
Directory

Parks & Recreation Director Brigitte Shearer [email protected]
Parks Manager Daniel Ourtiague [email protected]
Recreation Manager George Brunson [email protected]
Youth & Teen Supervisor Michael Moran [email protected]
Adult Services Supervisor Cheri Handley [email protected]
Preschool Supervisor Linda Steenman [email protected]
Recreation Coordinator Andrea De Lara [email protected]
Recreation Coordinator Brandon Council [email protected]
Facilities Coordinator Carina Cortes [email protected]
Recreation Specialist II Chris Bates [email protected]
Administrative Assistant Karen Clark [email protected]
Office Assistant II Valery González [email protected]

Parks & Rec Commission
Virtual Commission Meetings - 1st Wednesdays, 7pm

Commissioner Craig Michaels Commissioner Chuck Cotten
Commissioner Nicki Fox Commissioner Ulla Foehr
Commissioner Austin Lee Youth Commissioner Sanaa Kapur
Commissioner Avery Lyford Youth Commissioner Abby Sanders
Commissioner Karl Mittelstadt

Mayor City Council
Warren Lieberman Councilmember Julia Mates
Vice Mayor Charles Stone Councilmember Tom McCune
Councilmember Davina Hurt

Council Meetings: 2nd & 4th Tuesday, 7pm Virtual Council Meetings
Please visit www.belmont.gov for more information.

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Table of Contents

For activities for this Fall

Director’s NoteADULTS- ONLINE PROGRAMS 4
Greetings!
ADULTS- AVAILABLE RESOURCES 6
As summer fades our team is
COMMUNITY RESOURCES FOR SENIORS 7 busy! Our Parks Staff is maintaining Belmont’s
parks and trails, so come enjoy the fresh air
LOCAL AGENCIES DIRECTORY 9 and the beautiful sights and sounds that are all
PARKS 8 around us. Whether it’s an outdoor visit with a
COMMUNITY EVENTS 9 friend or a walk in quiet solitude along Belmont
Creek or at Water Dog Lake, being in nature is
For activities for all other ages, go to good for the soul.
www.belmont.gov/parksandrec Our Rec Staff has filled this mini-guide
with creative ways to stay fit, active and connect-
ed from home. Until we can gather in person, be
well and reach out if we can help. We are here.

Brigitte Shearer
Parks & Recreation Director

I hereby absolve the City of Belmont, its employees, independent contractors and officers from all liability that may arise as a result of my
participation in any of the programs, classes, or events included in the Activity Guide or otherwise offered by the City of Belmont. Addition-

ally, I/we agree to allow use of my/participant’s photograph(s) and video(s) for Parks and Recreation program online and print publicity.

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ADULTS - Online Programs

Announcements
To prevent the spread of COVID-19 and protect the most vulnerable population of older adults, our Twin
Pines Senior & Community Center will remain closed until further notice. In the meantime, we have online
Zoom classes, and at-home activities available.

ZUMBA

Ditch the workout, join the party! Have fun getting fit! Burn calories along with
stress while dancing to passionate Latin beats. Medium intensity. Beginners
welcome! .

Thu 7-8pm 9/3-10/29 Thu 7-8pm 11/5-12/17
FEE: (9 classes) $45 Residents FEE: (6 classes) $30 Residents
$54 Non-residents $36 Non-residents

TO REGISTER: Go to www.belmont.gov/register, or call (650) 595-7441
INSTRUCTOR: Sonia Picht
LOCATION: Zoom

ROSEN METHOD MOVEMENT

You will be guided with music through gentle, unhurried movements, which are designed to improve alignment and
flexibility while increasing range of motion, balance and strength. Certified instructor Rosemary Field will help you
connect with your body and mind, feeling balanced and refreshed at the end of each session. Wear comfortable
clothing and supportive shoes. Limited spots available! Phone 595-7444 to sign up.

Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:30am Ongoing FEE: FREE
*No class 9/15-9-24 INSTRUCTOR: Rosemary Field
LOCATION: Zoom
TO REGISTER: Call (650) 595-7444

STRENGTH TRAINING

Targeted for adults over 60, but beneficial for everyone, volunteer So-
phia’s class concentrates on gradually building strength in the crucial
muscles of the body to restore aligned, balanced posture and move-
ment. There are standing and floor exercises done the 2nd half of class.

Wednesdays 8:45am Ongoing
LOCATION: Online
FEE: FREE TO REGISTER: Call 595-7444
INSTRUCTOR: Sophia Chernikova

FRENCH CONVERSATION

Join French-speakers from the Twin Pines Senior & Community Center
on online Zoom sessions! For Intermediate to Advanced speakers.

Mondays 2:00pm Ongoing

FEE: FREE
LOCATION: Zoom
TO REGISTER: Call 595-7444

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ADULTS - Online Programs

AMERICAN LINE DANCING

Currently, our Line Dancing Instructor Allen Isidro has multiple videos of different songs and levels available on
YouTube. Try them out, and if you enjoy his classes, you can register for in-person classes when we reopen!
Go to www.youtube.com/c/LDVALI/playlists

MINDFUL MEDITATION

Through guided meditation, you will quiet the mind and body and
be more aware of the present moment. Come find out what med-
itation is all about, and learn techniques to reduce stress and pain
and become more aware of your body and the world around you.

Fridays 10-11am Ongoing

TO REGISTER: Call (650) 595-7444

FEE: FREE
INSTRUCTOR: Rosemary Field & Lianne Benedict
LOCATION: Zoom

MEXICAN LOTERÍA NEW!!

Lotería has been played in Mexico since 1769, popular for the whole family during fairs and holiday posadas. This is
a great way to learn or practice your Spanish. The event is free, and popular with all ages! It is similar to Bingo, but
‘mucho’ better. We will be calling riddles in Spanish, followed by the answer card with a drawing that you will be
shown on screen. When you sign up, you will be sent a picture of a Tabla (game board). Then you will need markers,
which traditionally are uncooked pinto beans, or soda cap bottles (easy version). If the card on screen shows up on
your Tabla, you will then mark it. Winners will receive free Parks & Recreation swag!

4th Thursdays during Quarantine 2-3pm 8/27, 9/24, 10/22
FEE: Free!
LOCATION: Zoom
TO REGISTER: Go to www.belmont.gov/register

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ADULTS - Available Resources

SIGN UP FOR OUR ACTIVITY KITS!

Each month, you can receive 10 pages of fun trivia, jokes, puzzles, recipes, restaurant delivery guides, and recom-
mendations to help keep you entertained and take a break from your routine at home. To start receiving yours in
the mail, simply call (650) 595-7444 to leave your name and address. We will mail copies for inbound adults aged
55+, or you can find them online at www.belmont.gov/adults

CABLE CHANNEL 27

We are working on providing programming through our local channel 27, where Belmont Residents will be able to
see the latest updates, messages from the community, activity ideas, events, and even a variety of how-to videos.
This will be ideal for people who have limited access to computers and smartphones. Keep on the lookout or call
(650) 595-7444 for more information.

RENT-A-BOOK

Books are available to borrow either from the Belmont Library or the Twin Pines Senior & Community Center, by
appointment only. The Belmont Library also has movies available! You will need your library card, or get one over
the phone. Call ahead to ask if a specific author or genre is available.

Belmont Library Twin Pines Senior & Community Center
1110 Alameda de las Pulgas 20 Twin Pines Lane
Hours: Tuesdays - Saturday, Hours: Tuesdays-Thursdays
11am - 4pm 9am-1pm
Call: 1-833-937-7625 Call: 650-595-7444

COMMUNITY SENIOR RESOURCES

FOOD & SUPPLIES NEW!!

GRAB AND GO LUNCHES: Enjoy a nutritious delicious meal and not have to do the dishes- A new pilot program
called “Grab and Go” lunch service for persons age 60 and over will begin on September 8th. These chef-prepared
meals will be available for pick up at the Twin Pines Senior & Community Center, from 11:30-12:30, Tuesdays +
Thursdays, with reservations required one week in advance. Suggested donation of $5 per meal. Call 595-7444 for
more information. Offered in partnership with the County of San Mateo.

GREAT PLATES DELIVERED: Seniors at high risk or already affected by COVID-19 are matched with local restau-
rants to get meals delivered three times a day. To apply for this meal service, call 1-800-675-8437. For restaurants
wanting to be part of this program, click here. The program has been extended through September 9.

ZOOMERS TO BOOMERS: If you are 60+ and or immunocompromised, and need help to shop and deliver gro-
ceries for you (and you live in Belmont, San Mateo, San Carlos, or Redwood City), you can fill out an online form to
have groceries delivered 1x per week by volunteers. Just pay for the items you buy. Go to www.zoomerstoboomers.
com/san-mateo

SAMARITAN HOUSE: If you are homebound and low-income, and need food or supplies, you can also contact Sa-
maritan House at 650-347-3648

SPECIAL SENIOR SHOPPING HOURS: The following local supermarkets have provided special hours for people
aged 60+:
Lunardi’s: Tues + Thurs, 7-8am, (5% senior discount) Costco: Mon-Fri 9-10am
Safeways: Tues + Thurs, 6-9am Target: Tues + Wed, 8-9am

6 Trader Joe’s: 8-9am daily

Community Resources for Seniors

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

Have you or a loved one lost their job? Go to www.OnwardCA.org, a new state website dedicated to provide re-
sources and services to those who have become unemployed due to COVID-19.

SOCIAL, EMOTIONAL, OR MENTAL SUPPORT
NEW!!

ACROSS THE AGES - YOUTH & SENIOR PALS
Are you feeling isolated? Lonely? Bored? What is the best remedy for that? STAYING CONNECTED WITH OTHERS.
And why not someone new? We can connect you with an E-Pal (email each other) or Phone-Pal (call each other)
from Belmont’s teen program. Call 595-7445 or email [email protected] to find out how you can start a
rewarding friendship with one of Belmont’s amazing youth.
SENIOR SERVICES RESOURCE LINE (from Peninsula Family Service): A support and referral line for people aged
60+ that can connect you to a range of resources such as food services, weekly well-being calls with a Senior Peer
Counselor, and more. Call 650-780-7542
AGING & ADULT SERVICES: The County of San Mateo has a hotline available to you 24/7. Call 1-800-675-8437 and
speak with a social worker about questions, issues or needs you may have.
FRIENDSHIP LINE: Institute on Aging’s 24-hour toll-free Friendship Line is the only accredited crisis line in the
country for people aged 60 years and older, and adults living with disabilities. They also make on-going outreach
calls to lonely older adults. Call 1-800-971-0016.

RECREATION AND MORE!

WELL CONNECTED: If you are aged 60+ and looking for activities to do, or would just like to talk to friendly voices,
we suggest trying out Well Connected, a “senior center without walls” that provides activities and conversations
over the phone or online. Call 1-877-797-7299.
VIRTUAL REC: We now have “Virtual Recreation” offerings, and a dedicated page that has activities of all different
kinds for you to enjoy at home or on your computer. Check them out www.belmont.gov/VirtualRec
GRATITUDE JARS: The more you appreciate life; the more life gives you to be grateful for. Research shows that
an attitude of gratitude brings many benefits including improved physical health, reduced stress, improved sleep,
reduced anxiety and depression, increased energy and a happier mood. You can create your own Gratitude Jar by
writing down what you are grateful for each day and keeping your happy thoughts in a jar. Are you ready to take a
small step to making a big change in your life? We have FREE Gratitude Jar Kits to help you get started! Phone 595-
7445 or email [email protected] to reserve yours.

LOCAL AGENCIES DIRECTORY

CITY HALL - 1 Twin Pines Lane FIRE DEPARTMENT
General Information ......................................595-7436 Emergency …………..............……….....................……911
Business Licenses ……….......…......................…637-2907 Business Only ……….....…................................595-7492
City Manager .......595-7408, [email protected]
City Clerk …...........……595-7413, [email protected] POLICE DEPARTMENT [email protected]
Finance …….......595-7436, [email protected] Emergency ………............………..……....................……911
Human Resources ..................…....….............595-7452 Non-Emergency ............….....…………................595-7400
Community Dvlpmt/Planning ...................595-7422, Abandoned Vehicle Hotline …...…..........….....595-7455
[email protected]
Permit Center ..595-7417, [email protected] PUBLIC WORKS [email protected]
Engineering Services/ Street & Sewers ……..595-7425
PARKS & RECREATION [email protected] Emergency Night/Weekend & Holiday Services,
Main Office/Tree Permits ...........................595-7441 or after 5:00 pm on Weekdays ....................595-7400
Community Learning Ctr/Preschool .............595-7448
Field Status Hotline …..........................….....592-7557 LIBRARY, 1110 Alameda de las Pulgas .........591-8286
Twin Pines Senior & Community Center .........595-7444 Friends of Belmont Library …..……...............…593-9514 7

PARKS

PARKS AT A GLANCE

Acres Special Features
Ballfield
Basketball
Cyling

Horseshoe
Pits

Jogging
Track

Multi-Use
Field

Picnic Area
Playground
Recreational

Building
Restrooms
Swimming

Tennis

1. Alexander Park 1.3   B   Handball/Tennis Wall, Recycling
400 block of Yorkshire Receptacle

2. Barrett Community Center 5.1   B    Community Garden, Drinking Fountain,
1834 Belburn /1870 Ralston Day Care, Enrichment Classes

3. Belameda Park 3   Drinking Fountain Adjacent to Belmont
1110 Alameda de las Pulgas Library

4. Belmont Sports Complex 11 B Drinking Fountain, Volleyball area, Facility
Rentals, Lighted Fields
      550 Island Parkway

5. Carlmont High School 13.5       Drinking Fountain, Pool (Summer only)
1400 Alameda de las Pulgas

6. Central School 3.4    Drinking Fountain, Stage
525 Middle Road

7. Cipriani Park/Dog Park 6   Drinking Fountain, Lawn Area, Dog Park
Off Leash Area
2525 Buena Vista

8. College View Park 0.1  Drinking Fountain
1 College View Way

9. Davey Glen Park 1.1  ADA accessible
Across from 500 Davey Glen Rd

10. Fox School* 6.1     Drinking Fountain
Tot lot is adjacent to school
3100 St James Rd

11. Hallmark Park 5.2    Drinking Fountain
2599 Hallmark Dr Access to Crystal Springs Trails

12. Hastings Tot Lot 0.3  Vista View, Benches, Trail Access
2400 Hastings Dr

13. Hidden Canyon Park 23.7  Drinking Fountain, Undeveloped,
End of Carlmont Dr Hiking/Biking Trails

14. McDougal Park* 4.5    Drinking Fountain, Multi-use Field, Limited
Hours (See website for details)
1405 Solana Dr

15. Nesbit School* 6.5    Drinking Fountain
Handball/Tennis Wall
500 Biddulph Way

16. O’Donnell Park 0.9 B Drinking Fountain
400 Block of Ralston Lawn Area

17. Patricia Wharton Park 0.1 Benches
Notre Dame Ave/ Middle Rd

18. Ralston Middle School* 7.4     Drinking Fountain

2675 Ralston Ave

19. Ralston Ranch Park 1.3   Undeveloped
Across from 1 Ralston Ranch 35  B  
20. San Juan Canyon 0.1 Undeveloped Open Space, Benches,
21.1  Hiking/Biking, Trails, Connected to
4122 Marsten Ave/3500 Bartlett Way 1 Sugarloaf Open Space & Trails
21. Semeria Park 
2322 Casa Bona Ave Drinking Fountain, Lawn Area
22. Twin Pines Park
Senior & Community Center, Lawn Area,
30 Twin Pines Lane Four Building Rentals, Three Picnic Area
23. Wakefield Park Rentals, Volleyball Area
Wakefield Dr and Elder Dr Views of the SF Bay, Benches, Hiking &
biking trail access

24. Water Dog Lake  260.6 Undeveloped, No water play allowed,
Across from 2839 Hallmark Hiking/Biking Trails and Open Space
PARK RULES
 # of lit facilities · Hours: ½ hour before sunrise to ½ after sunset PARKS & RECREATION
 # of unlit facilities · Dogs must be on-leash and cleaned-up after DEPARTMENT

B Barbecue 30 Twin Pines Ln, Belmont

· No alcohol allowed except by permit (650) 595-7441
· No smoking www.belmont.gov

*Park reserved for school use only during school hours
Please note: All dogs must be on leash at all times, except Cipriani Dog Park and during
Barrett’s posted Off-Leash Hours. (BMC Ordinance Section 5-6(1)) For any in-progress

8 concerns, please contact Belmont PD at (650) 595-7400.
NOTE: Some park amenities may be closed due to COVID-19

Saturday, November 23 | 9AM - 5PM 

COMMUNITY EVENTS

Holiday Craft Faire Cancelled

Due to the nature of this event, and looking at the current rates
of infection in San Mateo County, we’re sad to say that we have
decided to cancel this year’s Holiday Craft Faire. We want to do
our utmost to protect the vendors, staff, and community from any
chance getting or spreading infections further. Take care, and we
hope you think of us for next year.

SEE THE BACK COVER FOR A NEW HOLIDAY EVENT!

MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
SHRED/E-WASTE
EVENT

SATURDAY, AUGUST 29, 2020
10:00 AM—1:00 PM
Belmont City Hall
One Twin Pines Lane

The City of Belmont and Rethink Waste invite you to our document shredding/e-waste
drop-off event! Bring your confidential documents for shredding and any
unwanted electronics for proper disposal.

For more information please contact Belmont Public Works at (650)-595-7425 or
email: [email protected]

Belmont Creeks to Bay Cleanup
Every Saturday in September
9 AM – 12 PM

Clean your neighborhoods, local parks, streets, and storm
drains for this year’s Coastal Cleanup. Trash travels
through storm drains, creeks, and rivers to become beach
and ocean pollution. Help clean the beach by picking up
litter in your community with your household. For safety
reasons, there are no large, centrally organized cleanup
sites this year. Instead, cleanups will be self-guided and
close to home.
To learn more about cleanup efforts near you, contact
Public Works at (650) 595-7425 or email:
[email protected]

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Holiday Walk
Through the Park

& Door Decorating
Contest

Head over to Twin Pines Park
during the 2nd half of November
to enjoy the beautiful fall colors

and our decorated buildings!

Then put your creative hats on
to decorate your own front door

for a City-wide contest!

More details at

www.belmont.gov/parksrec

starting October 1
Or call 595-7444

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