Saratoga Safety Fair

Register today for the City of Saratoga Safety Fair on Thursday, September 15 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Attendees will have a chance to briefly talk one-on-one with public safety organizations on topics, like preventing crime or wildfires. Each registered household will receive a free Neighborhood Watch gift bag. Visit www.saratoga.ca.us/fair to register.

Seeking Commission Members

We're looking for civic-minded citizens to apply to serve on the City's various Commissions. Applications are due by November 18 for openings on the Library and Community Engagement, Parks and Recreation, Heritage Preservation, and Traffic Safety Commissions. Visit www.saratoga.ca.us/comvac to learn more and apply online!

Saratoga Summer Music Series

Join the Saratoga Chamber of Commerce for the second and last concert of the 2022 Saratoga Summer Music Series on Saturday, September 17 in Wildwood Park from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Enjoy this free afternoon of live music, dance, food, and cheer. You can also sign up to volunteer for this fun-filled event. Visit www.saratogachamber.org to learn more on the Chamber website.

Be a Good Neighbor, Spend Time Together

Good neighbors are the key to creating a vibrant and healthy community. In recognition of Good Neighbor Day on September 29, the City of Saratoga is challenging every resident to spend time with their neighbors during the month of September to start building stronger neighborhoods. Consider starting small. Say hello to fellow residents while out on a walk, strike up a conversation with the residents next door when you see each other in passing, or offer to keep an eye on a neighbor’s house when they are out of town. With each friendly gesture, watch your neighborhood transform. For more ideas, visit www.sartoga.ca.us/goodneighbor

Online Art Challenge

Attention Saratoga artists! Sharpen your pencils and clean your brushes to get ready for the City of Saratoga Online Art Challenge. Register by September 30 to submit your artwork inspired by monthly themes during the month of October, November, and December. Participants will have the chance to win monthly prizes and a grand prize based on age category (18 and under, over 18). Visit www.saratoga.ca.us/challenge to register.

Saratoga Loves Poetry

Attention Saratoga students! Show off your writing skills by participating in the Saratoga Loves Poetry contest, open to students in grades kindergarten through 12 who live or attend school in Saratoga. Submit your original poem of 21 lines or less by September 30 for the chance to win a prize and have your work showcased in the community! Visit www.saratoga.ca.us/art for more information.

State of the City 2022

Join Mayor Tina Walia and the Saratoga City Council at the 2022 State of the City event. Celebrate Saratoga’s recent accomplishments, learn about the current state of the City, hear about upcoming projects, and honor those that make Saratoga wonderful. Visit www.saratoga.ca.us/SOTC to learn more and register to attend.

Art Judges Needed

Always wanted to be an art critic? The City is looking for volunteer art judges that can review submissions and select prize winners in the categories of fine arts, photography, video, or poetry. Applicants must be at least 18 years or older and may not be considered for contest prizes or judge submissions of family members. Submit your application by October 9 at www.saratoga.ca.us/ArtJudge

State Route 85 Overnight Lane Closures

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has started work to install new traffic striping and fog seal along State Route 85 (SR 85) between the freeway interchanges of Almaden Expressway to Stevens Creek Boulevard. SR 85 will remain open, but temporary lane closures are needed for crews to safely work. Lane closures are scheduled for Monday through Friday in the northbound direction from 7:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. and southbound from 8:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. Work is expected to be complete by October 2022.

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