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SCCT: High School Musical JR.
Mustang Hall, 828 Chestnut St.
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High School Musical JR. is a condensed, family-friendly stage adaptation of the popular Disney movie, tailored for younger performers. The show follows basketball captain Troy Bolton and new student Gabriella Montez as they break social barriers by auditioning for the school musical, leading to themes of self-discovery, unity, and challenging the status quo.
The San Carlos Children's Theater cast is made up of students from San Carlos Middle and Upper Elementary schools.
There are four performances:- January 23 - 7:00 PM
- January 24 - 1:00 PM
- January 24 - 7:00 PM
- January 25 - 1:00 PM

Open Mic Night at Clock Tower
Clock Tower Music, 676 Laurel St.
Please join us as at Clock Tower Music for open mic night. Open to anyone who would like to share a song or two. Poets and instrumentalists are also welcome. Or just come and listen.
Snacks and beverages provided.
Target Audience: Ages 9 through adult - 2424.January.Saturday

Books for Hug-a-Book Program
Arbor Bay School, 1017 Cedar St.
The popular Hug-a-Book program, sponsored by the San Carlos Kiwanis Club, is asking for donations of new or gently used books for early elementary age children. Kiwanis Club members take turns reading in SCSD classrooms and then donate the books to the classrooms and school libraries. Do you have some family favorites to donate and share? Your best loved books are sure to be a big hit with this young crowd! This event is part of Community Service Saturday.
Target Audience: Everyone with books to share.
Eyeglass Collection
Arbor Bay School, 1017 Cedar St.
Bring you used eyeglasses to drop-off boxes at Week of the Family events.
One of the pillars of Lions Service is vision causes. Lions collect used eyeglasses (readers and sunglasses too). Every year Lions collect thousands of pounds of used eyeglasses which are refurbished and given to deserving people all over the United States and the world. This event is part of Community Service Saturday.
If you can't drop them off on this day see other convenient locations at www.sancarloslions.org or call 650-597-1777.
Target Audience: Everyone!
Food Drive for Caring Cupboard
Arbor Bay School, 1017 Cedar St.
Caring Cupboard is a free and confidential food support program for San Carlos residents, run by Lions, Kiwanis, and Rotary Clubs for Seniors in partnership with the San Carlos Adult Community Center. This event is part of Community Service Saturday.
We will be collecting canned food and packaged food to help fill our winter pantry. No glass please. Drop these off at any Community Service Saturday location.
Target Audience: Everyone!
Board Book & Baby Doll Collection
Arbor Bay School, 1017 Cedar St.
Give your good condition books for ages 2-5 and good condition baby dolls (8" or taller, clothes optional - no Barbies) a new home with a child who doesn't have many toys or books. Bonus points for books in Spanish! Learning Home Volunteers, a nonprofit that prepares low-income 2-5 year old for kindergarten by providing learning kits and parental support and training will find their next loving home. This event is part of Community Service Saturday.
Target Audience: Everyone!
Mindful Creations with One Life YAC
Arbor Bay School, 1017 Cedar St.One Life Counseling Center's Youth Advisory Council (YAC) teens will help kids create fidget toy resource boxes and friendship bracelets to take home or donate. Participants can also test their knowledge in Mental Health Jeopardy for fun prizes while learning important topics about self-care and wellbeing. This event is part of Community Service Saturday.
Target Audience: Ages 7–13 (younger siblings 5–6 welcome with parent supervision)

Cupid Crew
Arbor Bay School, 1017 Cedar St.
Please join the Cupid Crew at Arbor Bay School in making valentines for residents of the San Carlos Elms, or for your family and friends! We have plenty of art supplies or bring your own! This is a terrific way to brighten the day of community members and your loved ones too! Each card is sure to bring a BIG smile, because you care! This event is part of Community Service Saturday.
Target Audience: All ages are welcome to participate! Ideal for toddlers, teens and seniors!
"Kindness Rock" Painting
Arbor Bay School, 1017 Cedar St.
The Carlmont Key Club (local high school students) will host a painting party to decorate 100 rocks with messages of compassion and kindness! The rocks will be pre-prepped, so you can let your artist's hand shine! Join in the fun and the masterpieces will be donated to the Youth Center's rock garden. Be sure to make one to take home, as well! This event is part of Community Service Saturday.
Target Audience: All ages are welcome to participate -- great for kids, adults and seniors!
Rise Against Hunger
First Baptist Church, 787 Walnut St.
Pre-Register Registration also available on the day of the event. OK to just show up!
Volunteers will build over 15,000 meals for deliver to people in areas of food insecurity. This event is part of Community Service Saturday. It is a city-wide event supported by the following organizations.- San Carlos Lions Club
- San Carlos First Baptist Church
- Community Foundation of San Carlos
- San Carlos Rotary
- San Carlos Kiwanis Club
- Carlmont Key Club
- San Carlos Week of the Family Committee
- JM Social and Service Club
- Private individuals
Target Audience: Ages 12 and up