The Community Center area in Palo Alto contains some of the oldest neighborhoods in the city, bounded by Embarcadero Road, Middlefield Road, Channing Avenue, and Newell Road. It is named after the Lucie Stern Community Center. The
Lucie Stern Community Center is home to the City of Palo Alto Recreation Department and two theaters.
Kid friendly attractions can be found in Community Center, including the
Children's Library and the
Junior Museum and Zoo.
Rinconada Park is home to Palo Alto's municipal swimming pool. The pool offers many programs through the
City of Palo Alto Aquatics Program. Because of its close proximity to the attractions and downtown, Community center attracts young families and anyone who enjoys a close knitted community.
Community Center Neighbor’s Association (CCNA) is very active in planning neighborhoods block parties and other events. They also coordinate with the city of Palo Alto to address any neighborhood issues and volunteer activities. The contact for the neighborhood association is listed
here.
Neighborhood Amenities:
FIRE STATION: No. 3, 799 Embarcadero Road
LIBRARY: Main Library, 1213 Newell Road, Children's Library, 1276 Harriet St.
PARKS: Rinconada Park, 777 Embarcadero Road
POST OFFICE: Main, 2085 E. Bayshore Road; Hamilton, 380 Hamilton Ave.
PUBLIC SCHOOLS: Walter Hays or Duveneck elementary schools, Jordan Middle School, Palo Alto High School
School district boundaries are subject to change. Please check with the school district to confirm school attendance boundaries. If you would like more information on Palo Alto Schools, please read
Palo Alto School District - What You Need to Know. For information on Palo Alto School District test scores, you can read
Palo Alto School District Performance.
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