In 2010, people were encouraged to bring their bikes, scooters, skateboards, roller blades, strollers, stilts, walking shoes - whatever they wanted to use to play outside. Cities hosting Streets Alive also coordinated free and low-cost activities.

Want to host or organize a Streets Alive activity?

Groups, businesses sports clubs, or other organizations and individuals interested in coordinating activities on this day can contact host cities. Learn more about what types of activities can be organized during Streets Alive.

Activities that were planned in 2010:

Belmont
Activities: Explore Belmont Creek with the Belmont/San Carlos Sierra Club zero waste program and the Green Youth Alliance, and take a fresh look at how modern development has taken the creek from being a slow-moving stream with deep pools and plentiful fish life to a conduit for urban trash, carrying toxic runoff to the bay. This 1.5-mile walk will give you a chance to celebrate the creek's life-sustaining history, learn about ways to limit trash while protecting food systems and watersheds and explore four elements of reviving the creek - the Barrett Park community garden, Notre Dame Avenue, Twin Pines Park and the Belmont Farmers Market.                         
Contact: Christine Wozniak (650) 868-8989, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Brisbane - Canceled due to heavy rain
Activities: Class instructors will be demonstrating and performing on a portion of San Francisco Street and Old Quarry Rd. The police and fire departments will also be handing out "Healthy Brisbane" publications and promoting biking around town.
Contact: Caroline Cheng (415) 508-2157, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

East Palo Alto
While no celebration will be taking place in East Palo Alto, the city leadership encourages you to join family and friends at one of the many other Streets Alive celebrations listed on this page.

Foster City
Activities: Wellness Walks will start from Leo J. Ryan Park (E. Hillsdale Blvd & Shell Blvd), Sea Cloud Park and Marlin Park.
Contact: Jennifer Clark (650) 286- 3390, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Millbrae
Activities: Join the Millbrae Historical Society on Sunday, May 16 for their "Inaugural Millbrae History Walk" from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. The three-mile walk will celebrate six historical landmarks* which begin at Millbrae Museum, 420 Poplar Avenue. Route maps will be provided. Comfortable shoes are strongly recommended. Walkers may complete all or part of the walk, and a shuttle bus will be available for those unable to walk on the tour. Pets must be on leash. Millbrae Museum will be open to the public. (*Landmarks include Taylor Middle School, Massolo Building, Original Millbrae Firehouse, Alfred F. Green House, Dunphy Mansion site, Our Lady of Lebanon Maronite Catholic Church)
Contact: Joe Teresi, Millbrae Historical Society (650) 583-5476

North Fair Oaks (Redwood City)
Activities: Walk, bike, and skate down to the Fair Oaks Community Center at 2600 Middlefield Road. We'll be celebrating bike safety, soccer, and much more! Remember to take public transportation. Find more information here.

Pacifica
Activities: Go for a recreational swim at Terra Nova's swimming pool! Lap swimming will be free from 8 a.m. - 10 a.m. Recreational swimming from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. If making a splash is not your style, roll to Pacifica Skatepark and enjoy free music and skating between 10 a.m. and 12 p.m.
Contact: For more information, call 650-738-7376, or visit www.cityofpacifica.org

Redwood City
Activities: Come for a day of fun and active movement at Courthouse Square in downtown Redwood City.
Contact: Adilah Haqq, (650) 780-7315 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

San Carlos
While no celebration will be taking place in San Carlos, the San Carlos Bike Buddies invite you to a special bike ride on Sunday April 11 at 9:30 a.m.. Bring your bike to the San Carlos Library, located at 610 Elm St. and ride through neighborhood streets to Redwood City's car-free Streets Alive event. Bike riders of all ages and abilities are warmly welcomed. No hills will be climbed, and no one will be left behind.

San Mateo - Canceled due to heavy rain
Activities: Get active in San Mateo by bringing your whole family out to play at Ryder Park and Shoreline Trails. This is the gateway to one of the region's greatest features: the Bay Trail. Whether you enjoy dog parks, team sports, a peaceful walk with unbeatable views, or group fitness, these amazing spaces and a variety of planned events will show you some great ways to get active! Información en Español disponible.
Contact: Paul Council (650) 522-7403, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

South San Francisco
Activities: Join us for "Let's Get Movin' SSF" in Orange Memorial Park at 781 Tennis Drive. Enjoy Zumba (10:00 am), Pilates (11:00 am) and Yoga (12 noon) at the Joseph A. Fernekes Recreation Building. Dog fun (10-11:00 a.m.) will be provided by the SSFPD Canine Officers at Centennial Dog Park. Skateboard fun at Skate Park (10:00 am-12:00 noon). Find your stride during Fitness Walk (10:00-11:00 am) on Centennial Way. Challenge a friend on a round at the Bocce Courts (11:00 am-12 noon). Take a shot during the 60 Second Shoot Out on the Basketball Court (Time TBA). Get tips on your swing technique from an instructor on the Tennis Courts (Time TBA). Swim laps at the Orange Pool (open 11:00 am - 1:00 pm)
Contact: Susan Kennedy (650) 829-3809, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

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Below are activities planned in each host city for the 2010 Streets Alive event. Some events and activities were canceled or postponed due to heavy rain.