John Durkin

Bow Wow Meow, 737 Laurel St.

Join our city-wide bath towel collection drive to help local dog shelters keep their furry residents warm and comfortable! Donated towels will be used for bedding, grooming, and cleaning to improve the quality of care for rescue animals.

San Carlos, let’s come together to support our four-legged friends! Your contribution can make a huge difference for animals awaiting their forever homes. (please - only new and very gently used bath towels) This event is part of Community Service Saturday.

Target Audience: Everyone who loves pets!

The Bridge Foursquare Church, 1566 Arroyo Ave.

Please join the Friends of the San Carlos Dog Park as we braid fleece fabric and create dog toys for local dog rescue shelters. By repurposing old fleece or using fabric scraps, these handmade toys also promote sustainability. Volunteers will braid the fleece toys in different sizes to suit dogs of all breeds. These durable toys will make a thoughtful addition to any shelter. Woof! This event is part of Community Service Saturday.

This event is sponsored by a grant from the City of San Carlos Centennial Committee.

Target Audience: Dog lovers of all ages are welcome to participate. Ideal for families, teens and seniors.

San Carlos Youth Center, 1001 Chestnut St.

Join Museum of San Carlos History docent John Durkin for a walk through the heart of San Carlos, recalling our city’s past and considering our future. Walkers start at 11:30 AM outside the Youth Center and end at the Museum of San Carlos History at 1:00 PM.

You will learn:

• Why are there so many restaurants on Laurel St. ?
• Where was the Greater San Francisco Speedway?
• What is the future of Laurel St.?
• What is the history behind Burton. Park?

Space is limited. Please register with an email to johnfdurkin@yahoo.com or call 650-703-4827.

This event is sponsored by a grant from the City of San Carlos Centennial Committee.

Target Audience: Adults and children (4th grade and older) able to walk from Burton Park, across town, to the Museum of San Carlos History.

Museum of San Carlos History, 533 Laurel St.

After completing the History Walk and Boondoggle Challenge, the participants will join other community members at the Museum to see the Time Capsule display! This party is a special time together, across all generations, and a celebration of the last 25 years in San Carlos, and more! Join the fun and refreshments will be provided!

This event is sponsored by a grant from the City of San Carlos Centennial Committee.

Target Audience: Everyone!

Museum of San Carlos History, 533 Laurel St.

This event offers the public a chance to view the displays in the Museum and interact with the Villagers and docents. Do you have questions about the last 100 years in San Carlos? The answers and other treasures can be found in the museum! Paired with the popular Fire Station 13 Tour, it's appropriate for all ages and refreshments will be provided!

This event is sponsored by a grant from the City of San Carlos Centennial Committee.

Target Audience: Everyone!