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This Weekend in Belmont: Join the Fun at the Hungarian Heritage Festival
Earn money and officiate high school football. The NCFOA is taking sign ups via e-mail. The spring clinic is May 14. And don't forget Sunday's Farmer's Market at the Belmont Train Station.
The weekend is approaching fast and you want to make every moment count after the long work week. Belmont Patch brings you a round-up of the events going on this weekend.
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9 a.m. Barrett Community Center 1835 Belburn Dr, Belmont
Jazzercise combines elements of jazz dance, resistance training, yoga, kickboxing and more to create a truly effective program for every age and fitness level. Jazzercise provides informative instruction in various levels of intensity. For more information please contact the Belmont Parks and Recreation Department.
Also on Saturday, May 11, 9 a.m.
Charles Armstrong School-Celebrate our Artists
Gallery open through Sunday, 12-4 pm. Gallery space courtesy of Belmont Park and Recreation Department. http://www.charlesarmstrong.org/
Chinese/English Bilingual Storytime
3 p.m. Belmont Library, 1110 Alameda de Las Pulgas, Belmont
Bring the whole family for songs and stories in Chinese and English. This fun-filled storytime is great for everyone from native speakers to those seeking a first exposure to a new language.
Growler Fill's at Devil's Canyon Brewing Co.
4 p.m.; 111 Industrial Way, Suite 7, Belmont
½ Gallon Reusable Growler Fills and Refills
Growler fills and refills every Friday from 4-6pm of Beer and Root Beer...
You can also call the brewery anytime and in most instances we can take of your growler needs the same day.
Science Club
4 p.m.; Belmont Library, 1110 Alameda de Las Pulgas, Belmont
Join our resident mad scientists for hands-on science exploration each week! Grades 1-5.
Thirstday Nights & Wild Weekends!
7:00 pm; The Iron Gate, 1360 El Camino Real, Belmont
Join us for live music and dancing from 7-10pm and enjoy our Drink & Appetizer Specials. Then, come back later in the weekend for more music and dancing from 9 until midnight. And, don't forget your dancing shoes!
Northern California Football Officials Spring Clinic (Sign up)
All day; 101 Twin Dolphin Dr, Redwood City
Please contact us via email. Our spring clinic is May 14th.
The NCFOA is a group of 60+ officials that are part of a nonprofit association that provides officiating for all levels of high school football from San Francisco all the way down to King’s Academy.
We serve:
- AAA league in San Francisco, PAL (Peninsula Athletic League) from Daly City to Redwood City.
- WCAL (Western Catholic Athletic League) from San Francisco to San Mateo.
We are actively recruiting men and women 18 years of age or older to join our group. Naturally, we are currently in the off-season, but our pre-season preparation has already begun. Our season generally runs from late August through early December, but there are plenty of pre-season activities that will happen between now and then. Our first off-season spring meeting and summer study sessions are being planned; it is perfect time to get involved with our pre-season activities and join the crew. Website: http://www.ncfoa.org. Email ncfoaref@comcast.net
Individual Tennis Lessons
All day; Carlmont High School, 1400 Alameda de Las Pulgas,
$55.00; Learn new strokes or improve you old ones through individualized lessons based on your needs. All ages are welcome and all levels, from beginners to advanced. For more information please contact the Belmont Parks and Recreation Department.
Overnights in Twin Pines Lodge
All day; Twin Pines Lodge
Come join the Twin Pines Lodge for their new adventure "Camping in the lodge at Twin Pines Park." They are pleased to offer this unique opportunity to rent the Lodge building over night and camp at Twin Pines Park. With a grill outside along with hiking trails and a creek, you will enjoy the rustic setting of the Lodge and the feeling of being in Yosemite without leaving Belmont. For more information contact the Belmont Parks and Recreation Department.
Saturday, May 11
Chair Yoga for Everyone
10:30 a.m.; Belmont Library 1110 Alameda de Las Pulgas, Belmont, CA
Free; It is a safe and effective way to offer yoga to any group, age and level of health and mobility. Just like any yoga class, it can give you more flexibility in body and mind; physical and mental strength to increase your energy; improve memory and clarity for better concentration; and support overall health. Chair yoga also brings social connection and a sense of community.
Hungarian Heritage Festival
11:30 a.m. 1225 Ralston Ave, Belmont
Savor the tastes, sights and sounds of Hungary. Come see what makes Hungarian culture truly unique!
Admission: $5 for adults; $3 for youth 6-17 yrs; children under 6 free
All music and dance performances and exhibits included in the price of admission.
* Cultural and art exhibits
* Savory dishes and delectable desserts
* Wine and beer
* Arts and crafts with Hungarian flare
* Crafts and games for the kids
* Dance to live folk dance music
* Dance teaching circles
For information, visit the website here.
Bharata Natyam Indian Classical Dance Performance
3 p.m.; Belmont Library, 1110 Alameda de Las Pulgas, Belmont
Free; Come and enjoy this graceful Indian dance performance by Pagrav Dance Studio. You will learn a dance piece, even if you have never danced before! Light Indian refreshments will be served courtesy of the Friends of the Belmont Library.
Beginner Pilates Tower Class
9 a.m. Purely Pilates 1538 El Camino Real, Belmont
$40.00; Basic Level springs and pulley class for beginners with no previous experience.This class adds spring resistance in addition to your own body weight to tone and streamline your body.
Kidz Love Soccer: Tot Soccer
9 a.m. Cipriani Elementary School 2525 Buena Vista Ave, Belmont
$92.00 ; For 30 years Kidz Love Soccer has been dedicated to teaching kids this popular game in a nuturing environment. They are committed to instilling skillful confidence in your young player. Tots Soccer is for kids age 3.5 to 4 years old. For more information contact the Belmont Parks and Recreation Department.
AFFORDABLE BOOKS
Noon; 1225 Ralston Ave, Belmont
Affordable Books at the Book Nook: Open 12-4 May 11, 24, 25. Located at #1 Cottage Lane, Twin Pines Park, Belmont. Paperbacks are 3/$1. Trade paperbacks are $1. Hardbacks are $2 and up. Children's books are 25 cents and up. We have about 2000 gently used books. All proceeds benefit the Belmont Library. Sponsored by Friends of the Belmont Library. Information: www.thefobl.org.
Sunday, May 12
Farmer's Market
9 a.m.; Belmont Caltrain Station 995 El Camino Real, Belmont
The Belmont Farmer's Market is held every sunday from 9am to 1pm at the south end of the Caltrain parking lot. Pacific Coast Farmers.
Garage Sales
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