City of Newark, CA Government

09/14/2026

Looking for a place to learn something new, play games, meet new people, or simply spend time with friends? The Clark W. Redeker Newark Senior Center (www.newarkca.gov/seniorcenter) offers all of that and much more for adults ages 55 and older.

Located at 7401 Enterprise Drive, the Senior Center is a welcoming space where Newark's older adults can connect, participate in activities, access helpful resources, and have fun. Membership and most activities are free!

There’s Always Something Happening
A typical month at the Senior Center offers plenty of ways to get involved. Programs range from card games, dance classes, special events, crafts, bingo, mahjong, and more.

Health and wellness are an important part of the mix, too. Programs such as chair fitness help participants stay active, while the City's Heart Smart Walking Challenge encourages residents to keep moving throughout the year.

The fun isn't limited to the Senior Center itself. Throughout the year, participants can also find opportunities for day trips, providing a chance to explore destinations around the Bay Area while enjoying the company of fellow community members.

Resources That Make a Difference
The Senior Center is also a place to connect with services, resources, and information that can make everyday life a little easier.

The City partners with organizations and programs that provide resources ranging from food assistance and meal services to transportation and legal assistance. Programs such as Mercy Brown Bag help qualifying seniors access nutritious food, while Ride-On Tri-City! provides affordable transportation options for eligible seniors and people with disabilities.

Staff can also help connect visitors with information about other services available throughout Newark and the Tri-City area.

The Center is open Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at 7401 Enterprise Drive.

09/14/2026

Got bulky items you need to get rid of? Newark residents are invited to participate in the City's Fall Community Clean-Up.

Saturday, October 17, 2026
7:00–11:30 a.m.
37440 Filbert Street

Residents can drop off a variety of unwanted items, including appliances, bulky trash, e-waste, furniture, mattresses, metals, untreated wood, tires, and reusable household goods.

Appointments are required. To reserve a time, email [email protected] with your full name and preferred appointment time.

This event is open to Newark residents only. At check-in, please bring a utility bill showing a Newark address and a matching California ID or driver's license with a Newark address.

What Can I Bring?
Accepted: Appliances, bulky trash, e-waste, furniture, mattresses, metals, untreated wood, tires and reusable household goods.

Not Accepted: Hazardous waste such as batteries, paint, motor oil, chemicals and lightbulbs; construction debris such as rock, concrete, drywall and painted wood; fuel containers such as propane tanks and gas cylinders; appliances or equipment with gas tanks; and household trash.

Please note: The event may end earlier if collection bins are full.

09/10/2026

Get Prepared. Get Involved. Meet Newark CERT!

Curious about how you can help your community when disaster strikes? Join us for the Newark CERT Open House this Saturday!

📅 Saturday, September 12
⏰ 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
📍 Alameda County Fire Station 27, 39029 Cherry St., Newark

Stop by to meet our Newark Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) volunteers, learn more about the program, and discover how you can get involved and help support your community during an emergency.

Whether you’re interested in joining CERT or just want to learn more about emergency preparedness, we’d love to see you there!

09/09/2026

Get ready to celebrate 71 years of Newark! The annual Newark Days celebration returns Thursday, September 17 through Sunday, September 20, 2026, with this year's theme, “Adventure is Just a Page Away!”

Festivities will take place around the MacGregor Playfields and Newark Community Center, 35501 Cedar Blvd., bringing the community together for four days of carnival rides, delicious food, live entertainment, arts and crafts, family activities, and plenty of Newark pride.

Saturday is packed with some of Newark Days' favorite traditions, including the Newark Mile 4K, Car and Truck Show, and the Newark Days Parade at 10:00 a.m. The celebration continues throughout the weekend, wrapping up Sunday with the annual Birthday Bash.

Newark Days has been a beloved community tradition for decades and is organized each year by the dedicated volunteers of Newark Days Celebration, Inc.
Come celebrate Newark's 71st birthday with your friends, family, and neighbors! Check out the schedule of events and learn more at www.newarkdays.org.

09/09/2026

The City of Newark is moving forward with planning for a new Community Cultural Arts Center, and we want to hear from you!

During the development of the City’s Facilities Master Plan, nearly 600 community members shared what types of spaces and amenities they would like to see in a future facility. Arts and performance spaces, community gathering areas, and enrichment, dance, and fitness spaces emerged among the community’s priorities.
Now, as the City moves into the next stage of planning, we’re asking the community to help us take a closer look at how you envision using these spaces and what features are most important to you.

Whether you’re interested in arts and cultural programs, performances, classes, community events, recreation, or simply having more places to gather and connect, your input will help inform the planning process.

Take the Survey
Share your thoughts by completing the Newark Community Cultural Arts Center Planning Survey https://www.surveyhero.com/c/newarkCCAC.

09/05/2026

In observance of Labor Day, several City of Newark facilities and offices will be closed on Monday, September 7.

Closed:
- City Hall
- Newark Library
- Newark Senior Center
- Child Care program
- Newark Police Department front lobby
- Service Center
- Newark Resource Center

Special Holiday Hours:
🏊 Silliman Activity & Family Aquatic Center: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Regular hours and services will resume on Tuesday, September 8.

Please note: Emergency police and fire services remain available 24/7. For emergencies, call 9-1-1.

We wish everyone a safe and enjoyable Labor Day!

09/05/2026

Stay connected! Check out the latest edition of the City’s Biweekly Newsletter, Newark Now, which delivers the latest updates on city projects, initiatives, and events straight to your inbox. In this issue:

- Labor Day facility closures
- CERT Monthly Training - Prepare Your Pets for an Emergency, September 9
- Pedestrian Safety Operation – Wednesday, September 9
- Upcoming Plan, Prepare, Response (PPRR) Trainings
- Calling Newark high school students! Apply today to join the Newark Youth Leadership Academy!
- Sign up for the Fall Community Clean-Up Event!
- Envision Newark’s Future Cultural Arts Center – Take our Survey
- Adventure awaits at Newark Days
- Discover what’s happening at the Clark W. Redeker Senior Center
- Newark recognized for excellence in financial reporting
- Newark Resource Center now open!
- Youth scholarship applications now open

Check out the latest edition on our website and sign up today at www.newarkca.gov/newsletters (link in bio).

08/31/2026

🎓 Attention Newark high school students!

Applications are open for the Newark Youth Leadership Academy, a six-week program where students in grades 9–12 can go behind the scenes of local government and discover how decisions are made in their community.

Throughout the Academy, participants will:

🏛️ Meet City leaders and staff
💡 Explore real issues impacting Newark’s youth
🤝 Work with other students to develop solutions
🎤 Build leadership and public speaking skills
⚖️ Present their ideas during a final Mock City Council meeting

The Academy meets Wednesdays, September 30–November 4 and is open to high school students who live in Newark or attend a high school in Newark.

📅 Applications close Friday, September 18.

Ready to make your voice heard? Apply today at www.newarkca.gov/youthleadershipacademy (link in bio).

08/31/2026

Check out this awesome first-time event!

🛼✨ FREE ROLLER SKATING FUN IS COMING TO ASH STREET PARK! ✨🛼

Join us for an afternoon of family-friendly roller skating at Ash Street Park Basketball Courts! 🎉 Bring your friends and family and enjoy some skating fun — all skating equipment will be provided! 🛼💙

📅 Saturday, September 12, 2026
⏰ 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Ash Street Park Basketball Courts

🚨 PARK NOTICE: The basketball courts will be closed from 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM for this event. We appreciate your understanding and hope you’ll come out and skate with us! 🙌

08/31/2026

Reminder! The City of Newark is developing a Homeless Action Plan to establish a coordinated approach to addressing homelessness in our community.

The draft plan was developed using local and regional data and conversations with service providers, community partners, and other stakeholders who work with or are impacted by homelessness.

Community members are invited to attend an upcoming Homeless Action Plan Community Meeting to learn more about the draft plan, including its priorities, proposed strategies, and next steps.

Date: September 1, 2026
Time: 5:00 p.m - 7:00 p.m.
Location: Newark Resource Center, 37365 Ash Street.

The meeting will provide an overview of what the City learned through the planning process and how those findings are reflected in the draft Homeless Action Plan.