Help Shape San Mateo’s Sustainable Building Future
Switching from gas to clean electric equipment reduces greenhouse gas emissions and improves indoor air quality. Join us in shaping San Mateos building electrification strategy by attending upcoming Commission meetings and sharing your feedback.Compost Awareness Event May 10, 2025 @ 10 AM
Join us Saturday, May 10, 2025, from 10 a.m.2 p.m. at The Phoenix Garden for San Mateos Compost Awareness Event! Enjoy FREE compost, seeds & plant starts (while supplies last), plus gardening tips, waste reduction info, and pollinator-friendly ideas!Hillsdale Mall Redevelopment Neighborhood Meeting April 29, 2025 @ 6 PM
The neighborhood meeting for the proposed Hillsdale Mall Redevelopment Project will be held by the applicant via Zoom on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at 6 p.m. All are welcome to join this virtual meeting to ask questions and share feedback on the proposal.Residential E-Waste & Shredding Event San Mateo May 3, 2025 @ 9 AM
Got old electronics, papers, or sensitive documents to dispose of? Bring them to our FREE E-Waste & Shredding Event on Saturday, May 3rd, 2025, from 9 AM - 12 PM at Beresford Park.Join Phase2Careers’s Meet the Recruiters April 16 @ 10 AM
Join the City of San Mateos HR team and other top recruiters at Phase2Careers Meet the Recruiters Panel, a free online event designed for job seekers 40+. April 16. Ask your job search questions, get insider tips, and connect directly with recruiters.View our 2025 Summer Activity Guide !
Summer is approaching! Check out our 2025 Summer Activity Guide and see all we have to offer: Summer Camps, enrichment programs, dance & fitness classes, and more! Registration starts May 6 & May 8. View the new activity guide today!Become a Commissioner or Board Member – Applications due: Friday, May 2 @ 5PM
The City seeks passionate individuals like you to serve on Boards and Commissions, helping shape policies and advising the City Council on key issues. Make a difference, represent your community, and turn passion into action to serve San Mateo!City Council Study Session on Tenant Protections April 21
Join the City Council Study Session on tenant protections on Monday, April 21 at 7:00pm. This meeting will help inform how the City updates its tenant protection and anti-displacement policies, which is a key area in the Citys 2023-2031 Housing Element.48th Annual Eggstravaganza Event! April 19.
Join us for the 48th Annual Eggstravaganza event on Saturday, April 19. in Central Park from 9:00am-12:30pm! Enjoy a family-fun spring-themed event filled with live entertainment,egg hunts, photo opportunities, food trucks, costume competitions, & more!Library Night with the SF Giants!
Celebrate SF Giants Library Day and support the San Mateo Public Library by purchasing a special ticket for the Monday, April 7 game.San Mateo Celebrates National Library Week! (April 6-12)
The San Mateo Public Library Foundation and staff are hosting a National Library Week celebration, April 6-12, at the Main Library. The event features a scavenger hunt, performers, guest speakers, an all-ages festival,and a trivia benefit for the library!Central Park Ground Breaking April 24, 2025 @ 4:30 PM !
Join us for the groundbreaking ceremony of the reimagined Central Park Playground. This milestone marks the start of construction on a vibrant, inclusive space for all ages. Enjoy family-friendly activities, photo opportunities, and a jumper for children.Electrify San Mateo - Online Community Meeting March 13 at 12PM!
Join us to shape San Mateos sustainable future! Learn how switching from gas to clean electricity improves health and reduces emissions. Share your input on building decarbonization policies. Register & take the online survey!Earth Day Cleanup Event April 26. Volunteers Needed!
Join us at Ryder Park on April 26 from 9 AM12 PM for our annual Earth Day Bayfront Cleanup! Enjoy treats, BBQ, games, and contests while helping clean up the shoreline. Volunteer now to protect our waterways and keep San Mateo beautiful!Electrify San Mateo Community Feedback Meeting on March 5
The City of San Mateo seeks your input on the Electrify San Mateo: Sustainable Building Strategy and building decarbonization policies. Join us Wed, March 5, 7PM-8PM at the Main Library Oak Room for a presentation and to share feedback. Register today!2025 State of the City on March 10
Join us for the annual San Mateo State of the City on Monday, March 10, 2025, where Mayor Rob Newsom Jr. will share insights into our achievements in 2024 and plans for 2025. Be a part of shaping the future and join the conversation at the event!Electrify San Mateo Community Feedback Meeting
The City of San Mateo seeks your input on the Electrify San Mateo: Sustainable Building Strategy and building decarbonization policies. Join us Wed, March 5, 7PM-8PM at the Main Library Oak Room for a presentation and to share feedback. Register today!Summer Camp & Swim Info Night! Feb 20. 5p.m.-7p.m.
Join us for San Mateo Parks and Recreations Summer Camp & Swim Info Night! Thursday, Feb 20, 5-7PM at the Main Library. Get details on camps, swim lessons, fee assistance & more! Visit our Summer Camps webpage for info:Film: 'Free for All: The Public Library' and Discussion
Join us on February 23, 2025 at 1:00 PM in the Main Library's Oak Room for a screening and discussion of "Free For All: The Public Library."Join us for a Valentine's Day Themed Mobile Rec Event at Paddock Park Feb 15
Our Mobile Recreation staff are rollin out to Paddock Park on Saturday, February 15th from 12-2pm! Come and enjoy our tride and true lawn games and Valentines Day themed Harts and crafts. Click to RSVP.Caltrain Train Horn Noise Community Meeting Recording Available
In case you missed it: On Jan. 30, 2025, Caltrain representatives hosted a meeting on train noise, efforts to reduce horn noise while adhering to federal safety requirements, and held a Q&A session. Click to watch the recording.City of San Mateo TV Feeds Temporarily Down for Maintenance
The City of San Mateo's television feeds for Comcast, Astound, AT&T, and the online livestream are currently down for planned maintenance. Past recordings of televised public meetings can be viewed on the City of San Mateo's YouTube channel.Humboldt Street Bike Lanes Post-Installation Study Session Feb 3. @ 7PM
Join us at the Feb. 3 City Council meeting to share your thoughts on the Humboldt St. bike lanes. Staff will present feedback and proposed alternatives. No decision will be made; Council will guide next steps with the community.Humboldt St. Bike Lane Post-Installation Review & Discussion of Alternatives Feb 3. @ 7PM
Join us @ the Feb 3. City Council meeting to share your thoughts on the Humboldt St. bike lanes. City staff will present post-installation community feedback & proposed proposed alternatives. Staff will request City Councils direction on how to proceed.Power Restored in San Mateo County
PG&E reports that power is restored San Mateo County. Click to Check for more updates on PG&Es website.Save the Date: Train Horn Noise Community Meeting Jan 30. @ 6PM
Join us for a community meeting on train noise hosted by Caltrain representatives. Learn about efforts to reduce horn noise while adhering to federal and safety requirements, and get detailed answers to your questions.City of San Mateo Community Workshop & Tenant Protections Meeting! Jan 15 @ 7PM
Join us for an important community workshops on Wednesday, January 15 at 7 PM in City Council Chambers, hosted by the Community Relations Commission (CRC), to share your input on housing needs and tenant protections in our community.
Stargazing Night at Downtown San Mateo
Event date: May 16, 2025 Event Time: 08:00 PM - 10:00 PMLocation: S B St & 2nd AveSan Mateo, CA 94401Description:Ever wonder what's above and beyond? Come join us for a night of fun with crafts, lawn games and telescopes to search for the stars! This even…(05/02/2025)
1 E 4TH AVE Neighborhood Meeting
Event date: May 12, 2025 Event Time: 06:00 PM - 07:00 PMLocation: San Mateo, CA 94403(05/01/2025)
Hillsdale Mall Neighborhood Meeting
Event date: April 29, 2025 Event Time: 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM(04/22/2025)
Compost Awareness Event
Event date: May 10, 2025 Event Time: 10:00 AM - 02:00 PMLocation: 222 Paul Scannell DriveSan Mateo, CA 94403(04/17/2025)
Residential E-Waste & Shredding Event in San Mateo!
Event date: May 3, 2025 Event Time: 09:00 AM - 12:00 PMLocation: San Mateo, CA 94403(04/17/2025)
Join Phase2Careers’s Meet the Recruiters
Event date: April 16, 2025 Event Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM(04/14/2025)
CANCELLED - Planning Commission Regular Meeting
Event date: April 22, 2025 Event Time: 07:00 PM - 11:59 PMLocation: 330 W 20th Ave.San Mateo, CA 94403(04/03/2025)
Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Event date: May 3, 2025 Event Time: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PMLocation: San Mateo, CA 94403(03/26/2025)
San Mateo Celebrate! A National Library Week Festival
Event dates: April 6, 2025 - April 12, 2025Event Time: 10:00 AM - 04:00 PMLocation: San Mateo, CA 94403(03/20/2025)
Rec & Roll Basketball Workshop at Harborview Park
Event date: March 28, 2025 Event Time: 04:30 PM - 05:30 PMLocation: 1725 Monte Diablo AveSan Mateo, CA 94401Description:Come join our Mobile Recreation staff for FREE basketball workshops, fun, and games! Our staff will help you practice your skills on th…(03/19/2025)