San Ramon: Nov. 5 Weekly Update

Press release from City of San Ramon:

10/30/2026

Pickleball Open Gym Returns
Sundays: November 1, 2026 to February 28, 2027
6 to 9 p.m.
Iron Horse Gymnasium
Ages 6 and up; $7 per entry

Starting November 1, Pickleball Open Gym returns on Sundays from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Iron Horse Gymnasium (12601 Alcosta Blvd, San Ramon, CA 94583) through February 28, 2027. Whether you're a seasoned player or just getting started, come enjoy some friendly competition and fun!

Learn more about Open Gym

Purchase Open Gym Pass

San Ramon Symphonic Band: Music of the Gridiron
Friday, November 6 at 7 p.m.
Dougherty Valley Performing Arts Center

Get ready for kickoff as the San Ramon Symphonic Band, under the direction of Music Director and Conductor Larry B. Colon, takes the field for Music of the Gridiron, a spirited concert celebrating the music, traditions, and excitement of football on Friday, November 6 at 7 p.m. at Dougherty Valley Performing Arts Center (10550 Albion Road, San Ramon, CA 94582).

From classic college fight songs and stadium marches to unforgettable themes from the NFL and the big screen, this concert will bring all the energy of the game to the concert hall.

Audience members are encouraged to wear their favorite football jersey or team colors.

Get tickets for Music of the Gridiron

San Ramon Library Foundation presents

Fall Jazz Series: The John Santos Quartet
Saturday, November 14 at 7:30 p.m.
San Ramon Library

This fall's Jazz Series at the San Ramon Library (100 Montgomery Street, San Ramon CA 94583) continues on Saturday, November 14 at 7:30 p.m., featuring the John Santos Quartet!

The renowned 7-time Grammy Nominee brings the exciting Salsa/Afro Cuban and Latin Jazz vibe with Marco Dias on keyboard, Saul Sierra on bass, and David Flores on drums. One of the foremost exponents of Afro/Latin music in the world today, Santos is known for his innovative use of traditional forms and instruments.

Get tickets for the Fall Library Jazz Series

Lady K and the Kings of Swing: An Afternoon of Great Jazz
Sunday, November 15 at 2 p.m.
Front Row Theater at Dougherty Station Community Arts Center

As the seasons change, come celebrate the warmth, beauty, and spirit of autumn with an unforgettable afternoon of big band jazz.

Lady K and the Kings of Swing present An Afternoon of Great Jazz on Sunday, November 15 at 2 p.m. at Dougherty Station Community Arts Center (17011 Bollinger Canyon Road, San Ramon, CA 94582).

Get tickets to Lady K and the Kings of Swing

El Niño Preparedness Information

California Governor Gavin Newsom recently issued a State of Emergency Proclamation ahead of an anticipated significant 2026–27 El Niño season. El Niño is a climate pattern that may bring periods of heavy rain, flooding, strong winds, and power outages during the fall and winter. The National Weather Service (NWS) and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) are monitoring conditions for the upcoming event.

The City of San Ramon, Town of Danville, and San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District (SRVFPD) are continuing planning and preparation efforts, including clearing downed trees and debris from creeks and channels, inspecting and cleaning storm drains, and preparing and supplying sandbag distribution sites throughout the community.

How can you prepare?

Stay Informed:

There are various notification systems to keep you informed before and during an emergency, including:

• Community Warning System: Contra Costa County's official emergency alert system that can send voice, text and email alerts
• Nixle: locally operated by San Ramon Police Department and SRVFPD to send out specific alerts to a ZIP code.
• Genasys Protect: mobile app and web-based platform that delivers real-time emergency and evacuation information
• PulsePoint: mobile app that allows residents to stay informed on real-time incidents

Prepare Your Property:

• Clear gutters, downspouts, drains, and culverts
• Check roofs and areas where water may enter
• Make sure water drains away from structures
• Secure any outdoor items that may be affected by strong winds

Have a Plan:

• Prepare an emergency plan, gather supplies, plan for medications and other essential needs
• Make sure everyone in your household knows what to do during an emergency

> Learn More About Emergency Preparedness

San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District presents

Personal Emergency Preparedness (PEP) Class
Wednesday, November 18 (Ages 16+), 6 to 9 p.m.
Wednesday, December 9 (Ages 16+), 6 to 9 p.m.

What do you personally need in your Emergency Preparedness Kit? Have you wanted to start a kit or create an emergency plan, but have not found the motivation? It's time to find out what YOU need to be ready and respond in a disaster situation.

Personal Emergency Preparedness (PEP) classes are designed for individuals and families (ages 10–110) to learn the importance of personal and home disaster preparedness, and how to survive after a major emergency. This class will prepare the individual, their home and their family with the information, supplies and skills needed to be self-sufficient for 7+ days in a disaster.

During this FREE PEP Class, participants will learn:

• What to do before, during and after a major emergency
• Hazard Mitigation and Utility Control
• Personal and Family Emergency Supplies
• Staying Calm Amid Chaos

Upon completion of the program, participants will have the knowledge and resources to create a home emergency plan, build an emergency kit with supplies, and complete basic emergency response tasks in and around their home.

> Sign Up for a FREE PEP Class

Job Opportunities with the City of San Ramon

The City of San Ramon is hiring! Current job opportunities include:

• Activity Manager / Assistant Activity Manager – Teen Centers
  
  
• Administrative Analyst – Budget and Purchasing
• Assistant Engineer – Temporary
• Assistant / Activity Manager – Arts
  
  
• Police Officer
• Police Officer Trainee
• Program Specialist – Arts
• Program Specialist – Historic Properties
• Recreation Leader I/II - Teen Centers and Youth Sports
• Recreation Therapy Intern
  
  
• Seasonal Maintenance Worker
  
  
• Senior Civil Engineer
  
  
• Signals – Maintenance Specialist

> More Information

Questions?
Call City Hall at (925) 973-2500 or email info@sanramon.ca.gov

This press release was produced by City of San Ramon. The views expressed here are the author’s own.