THIRD COMMUNITY MEETING FOR MCLAREN COMMUNITY GARDEN IMPROVEMENTS
Hi all, Thank you so much to those who came to the third community meeting to discuss the design of the McLaren Community Garden. We received lot of positive feedback on the overall concept design...
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McLaren Collaborative Meeting – Discussing Possible Improvements to McLaren Park
Please join Dawn Kamalanathan, Rec and Park Director of Capital and Planning at the McLaren Collaborative meeting to discuss possible projects to be in included with the McLaren 2012 Bond Improvements....
View ArticleMansell Street Corridor Improvements Update: Good News! Work to start later...
Hi Everyone, The final project was bid and the bids are now back and we hope to start construction in November, depending on the speed of contract certification. As a review, this project will make...
View ArticleMansell Improvement Project Construction Kick Off Event November 23rd, at...
We are excited to announce Mansell Improvement Project will be starting soon! A ground breaking celebration is planned for November 23rd, at 10:30am at the parking lot at the corner of Mansell and...
View ArticleMANSELL STREET CORRIDOR IMPROVEMENTS UPDATE to be provided on the blog and...
Hi folks, I am so glad so many of you were able to come to the ground breaking, and now we are busy preparing for construction to start! I do what to keep people advised of the process and steps as the...
View ArticleMANSELL STREET CORRIDOR IMPROVEMENTS UPDATE – Roadwork improvements to begin,...
Hi folks, I am so glad so many of you were able to come to the ground breaking and to the update I provided at the December 8th, at the Crocker Amazon Park Monthly meeting. As you may have seen, the...
View ArticleMANSELL STREET CORRIDOR IMPROVEMENTS UPDATE – Roadwork improvements underway,...
Hi folks, The work is going well. We are currently adding additional speed limit signs to post a revised speed limit (25 MPH) and school speed limit signs (15MPH) in those areas and other measures....
View ArticleMANSELL STREET CORRIDOR IMPROVEMENTS UPDATE – Roadwork improvements underway,...
Hi folks, As you may know, the Mansell/Persia corridor through McLaren Park is under renovation. We appreciate your patience during the work. Over the next several months, there will be temporary...
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MANSELL STREET CORRIDOR IMPROVEMENTS UPDATE – WORK CONTINUES
Hi folks, As you may know, the Mansell/Persia corridor through McLaren Park is under renovation. We appreciate your patience during the work. Over the next several months, there will be temporary...
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Pancakes in Park
Join the members of the Friends Group, HELP McLaren Park, at their annual Pancake Breakfast fund-raising event on Saturday May 21, 2016 from 9:00 am- 12:00pm at the Clubhouse at Louis Sutter...
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Pancakes in the Park Fundraiser on May 21
Join Help McLaren Park for its 2016 Pancakes in the Park fundraiser on Saturday, May 21, from 9 a.m. to noon, at Louis Sutter Clubhouse in McLaren Park (near the Wayland and University St. entrance)....
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Saturday in the Park McLaren Concert Series Returns in August
The Friends of the Jerry Garcia Amphitheater in McLaren Park announces the return of its free Saturday in the Park concert series beginning in August. Click here for more info.
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SAVE THE DATE! McLaren Park Project Planning Workshop!
Help us prioritize $10 Million Dollars! Come and share your ideas. Bring your friends and family. Workshop Location Group Picnic Area – McLaren Park 116 John F. Shelley Drive Saturday, October 1, 2016...
View ArticleJohn McLaren Bike Park out to Bid
Rec Park is thrilled to announce that the John McLaren Bike Park Project is out to bid! Information on the bid solicitation can be found here:...
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Kids Festival
The 4th Annual Kid’s Festival features the Not-Its, JAM with Charity Kahn, Tree Frog Treks, nature programs, The Exploratorium, magic show with Magician Mike Della Penna and “On the Move” Children’s...
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Community Night Out at Crocker Amazon
Join the Ingleside Station Community Police Advisory Board for a Community Night Out at Crocler Amazon Park (799 Moscow Street) on September 13, from 5-8 p.m. Enjoy free barbecue, jumpy houses, rock …...
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Free Guided Walk at McLaren Park
Free Guided Walk with Healthy Parks, Healthy People Explore nature, enliven your spirit, and bring a smile to share with new friends! The hike starts with light stretching, followed by a guided walk...
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Saturday in the Park Concert Series: Let the Good Times Rock ‘N Roll Show
The musical season continues this weekend as the Friends of the Jerry Garcia Amphitheater, in partnership with The San Francisco Recreation and Park Department, host the Let the Good Times Rock ‘N Roll...
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Saturday in the Park McLaren Concert Series: The Bluegrass Festival
The Bluegrass Festival showcases several of our local troubadours at a non-stop afternoon of new and traditional tunes sung and played by The Back Porch Band, The Beauty Operators String Band, Canyon …...
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Saturday in the Park McLaren Concert Series: The Blues Show
The Blues Show – our season finale concert once again offers a great lineup of local bay area blues performers. We welcome the Groove Riders, Diva Ladee Chico and Bobbie “Spider” Webb. … Continue...
View ArticleMcLaren Park Project: Focus Area Workshop: Trails + Paths: Part 1
Guided Walk + Discussion Saturday, February 25, 2017, 9:30 am- 12:00 pm Walk leaves promptly at 9:45 and returns to starting location. WHAT: A guided walk on some of McLaren Park’s trails + paths, to:...
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McLaren Park Trails and Paths Workshop on February 25
Join us for a group workshop, guided walk and discussion for McLaren Park trails and paths, February 25, from 9:30 a.m. to 12 noon. Meet at the southwest corner of Mansell and … Continue reading →
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McLaren Park Project Focus Area Workshop: Trails + Paths: Part 2
Join us for a public workshop to plan trail + path improvements in McLaren Park! We hope to: – Present some of our preliminary analysis and improvement ideas; – Get your feedback on some specifics; and...
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Canoemobile at McNab Lake on 4/15
On Saturday, April 15, join Wilderness Inquiry and Rec and Park for a morning of canoeing at McNab Lake at Louis Sutter Playground (Wayland and University Streets behind Louis Sutter Playground), from...
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McLaren Bike Park Hours Post-Daylight Saving Time
McLaren Bike Park will close at 5 p.m. due to darkness after the recent end to Daylight Saving Time. Staff will begin closing at 6 p.m. when the change in daylight allows.
View ArticleMcLaren Group Picnic + Playground Concept Design Presentation – Nov. 1st
We had a productive third community meeting and appreciate those who were able to join us in person. If you couldn’t make it, please see our updated concept design here: Group Picnic + Playground...
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Big Truck Day on October 4
Join us for Big Truck Day on October 4 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at McLaren Park (100 John F. Shelley Drive at Mansell Street). This FREE event is geared with activities for children 2 to 6 years old,...
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McLaren Bike Park Opening on October 21
Strap on your helmets! You’re invited to the opening of San Francisco’s first bike park, McLaren Bike Park, on Saturday, October 21 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. with a ceremonial first bike ride at 10:30...
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Come work on trails in McLaren Park Sept 23 and Sept 24
Join Rec & Park’s Natural Resources Division and Volunteers for Outdoor California (V-O-Cal) for a large scale trail building event in McLaren Park this coming Saturday and Sunday, September 23 and...
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Saturday in the Park at Jerry Garcia Amphitheater
Saturday in the Park is back! Musical talent will be gracing Jerry Garcia Amphitheater in McLaren Park (off of John F. Shelley Drive near Cambridge Street) this Fall! For more information, click here...
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McLaren Park Vision Plan – Final Report
We are excited to share with you the final Vision Planning Process Report. Click here to view the report and click here for the Appendix. Watch this space for upcoming continued planning meetings for...
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Mclaren Bike Park
Mclaren Bike Park: Look at those Awesome Handlebars!!!! Photo: J. Biteng
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McLaren Park Tennis Court Community Celebration Day on June 23
Join San Franciscans for Sports and Recreation (SFFSR), Youth Tennis Advantage and the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. for a community celebration including tennis...
View ArticleMcLaren Community Garden out to Bid
After making some modifications to the design, the McLaren Community Garden Project is back out to bid. Potential contractors are encouraged to review the bid solicitation here:...
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McLaren Park Playground design updates!
Hi folks, The McLaren Playground Project is moving along an d is currently in the Design Phase. Some renderings of the current design can be seen below. The project should be put out to bid in the...
View ArticleVisitacion Valley Community Facilities and Infrastructure Impact Fee Meeting
Visitacion Valley neighbors are invited to participate in the next community workshop on Saturday, July 28, 2018, 10am – 12:30pmat the Visitacion Valley Library. The workshop agenda will be organized...
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Jerry Day at the Jerry Garcia Amphitheater on August 5
Celebrate the 16th Annual Jerry Day at the Jerry Garcia Amphitheater in McLaren Park (45 John F. Shelly Drive) on Sunday, August 5, beginning at 11:30 a.m. Music, fun and celebration of one of music’s...
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Louis Sutter Pickleball Celebration on September 22
This past month we completed our resurfacing of the Louis Sutter sports courts (Wayland and University Streets) and converted the tennis courts to dedicated pickleball courts, the first of its kind in...
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Big Truck Day on October 10
Big Truck Day is back! Bring the little ones out to McLaren Park (John Shelly Drive and Mansell) on October 10, from 10 a.m. to noon, to explore, play and learn all about the city trucks that keep our...
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McLaren Community Garden Construction Update
We are more than half way through our renovation of the McLaren Community Garden! The contractor has completed all the concrete work and built all the raised planter beds. The next steps will be...
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Ropes Course to Raise Profile of McLaren Park, Expand Local Access to...
SAN FRANCISCO – The San Francisco Recreation and Park Commission today approved a plan to transform an under-used part of John McLaren Park into a high ropes challenge focusing on leadership and...
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McLaren Community Garden Reopening Celebration
Join us from 10 a.m. to noon for a ribbon cutting ceremony on Saturday, March 23 as we open the McLaren Community Garden! We will have brief remarks, family-friendly gardening activities and a...
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Construction has started on the McLaren Playground!
Hi all- It is official, construction on the Playground at the Group Picnic Area has begun with demolition of planters, old paths, and a portion of the retaining wall. Work is off to a good start and we...
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Construction & restroom design Update
Hi folks, We are excited to share that the restroom design has been approved by the Recreation and Park Department Commission. The project team is now finalizing the construction documents for the...
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McLaren Park Group Picnic Playground Construction News
Hi everyone! Construction is going smoothly on the playground renovation at the Group Picnic Area. Demolition is complete and the contractor continues to work on grading and underground utilities. The...
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Nature Play Day at Louis Sutter Playground on August 28
Join us for a day of exploration, creativity and play in nature on Wednesday, August 28 from 10 a.m. to noon at Louis Sutter Playground (Wayland and University streets.) The even will … Continue reading →
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Due South Concert Series to be Held at McLaren Park
SAN FRANCISCO – The San Francisco Recreation and Parks Department, San Francisco Parks Alliance, District 11 Supervisor Ahsha Safai, and Noise Pop are excited to announce the inaugural season of the...
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State Conservation Grants to Benefit Kids, Seniors, Snakes
SAN FRANCISCO – Local children, seniors and—yes—snakes will be among the beneficiaries of state conservation grants totaling more than $400,000, the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department...
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Big Truck Day on October 2
Big Truck Day is back! Bring the little ones out to McLaren Park (John Shelly Drive and Mansell) on October 2, from 10 a.m. to noon, to explore, play and learn all about the city trucks that keep our...
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Tennis Court Online Reservation System Meeting September 18
We invite you to join us for a public meeting to discuss the free online reservation system implemented in April 2019 for tennis and pickleball play at 11 complexes across the city. We will discuss the...
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