Most Santa Clara County offices closed for July 4th As residents anticipate fireworks, Santa Clara County offices mostly closed for Independence Day. Most offices of the County of Santa Clara will be closed Monday in observance of Independence Day. Normal business resumes Thursday, July 5. Most County workers will be joining other Americans in celebration of…
All-Inclusive Playgrounds Coming Soon to a Neighborhood Near You
Earlier this year, the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved funding for pioneering all-inclusive playground projects in each of the County’s five supervisorial districts. With accessible and secure slides, tree houses, carousels and swings, as well as playhouses and retreat spaces that encourage imaginary play and quiet time, all-inclusive playgrounds support recreation and…
Santa Clara County Loves Earth Day
This past Sunday, on April 22nd, Earth Day was celebrated by over 160 countries across the globe, all promising to be more conscious about how they treat our planet. Santa Clara County residents had a host of Earth Day activities to participate in, from a celebration of the County’s tree program in the Central Park…
The PixInParks Challenge: Offering fun times for the whole family
Looking to get outside? The Santa Clara County Parks Department wants to make it easy for everyone to get outside by offering their second annual #PixInParks Challenge. What is the PixInParks Challenge? Carrie Grisenti, the Parks Outdoor Recreational Coordinator for the County Parks Department describes the PixInParks challenge: “It’s a really fun challenge where…
Happy New Year, Santa Clara County!
Happy New Year, Santa Clara County! Have you made your new year’s resolutions yet? If your goals include more physical activity, finally reading that new book, or eating healthier, the County has lots of options to help you meet your goals and then some! Get outside and participate in the Parks Department’s #PixInParks Challenge. Read…
Holiday Spirit Brings Casa Grande to Life
A local treasure Casa Grande, the quicksilver mining museum located on Old Almaden road, came to life for a day filled with holiday-themed merriment during the Santa Clara County Parks Department’s annual “Holiday Living History Day.” History of Casa Grande This beautifully restored house was once the home to New Almaden’s Quicksilver Mining Company manager….
Music in Nature: A perfect harmony
Music and nature create a beautiful harmony in Santa Clara County Parks.
The #PixInParks Challenge: Take a Walk on the Wild Side
If getting off the couch is one of your New Year’s resolutions, then Santa Clara County Parks has an offer you shouldn’t refuse.