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Newark is a city of about 47,000 people on the east shore of San Francisco Bay, almost completely surrounded by Fremont and connected to the Peninsula by the Dumbarton Bridge. It incorporated in 1955 to stay independent of its growing neighbor, and it grew from salt works and factories into a diverse Silicon Valley suburb, home today to electric car maker Lucid Motors.
NewPark Mall is the city's big shopping center, and Newark's large Asian American community is reflected in markets such as 99 Ranch and in restaurants serving food from across Asia. Lakeshore Park circles a lagoon in the middle of town, and Newark Community Park, Birch Grove Park and the Silliman Activity Center offer sports, pools and green space.
The bay shore is wild and close. The Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge protects marshes and salt ponds full of shorebirds, and Coyote Hills Regional Park, just over the city line, has bayside trails and Ohlone shell mounds. Ardenwood Historic Farm, also next door in Fremont, recreates farm life from the 1890s with a Victorian house and a working steam train on weekends.
NewPark Mall is the main regional shopping mall in Newark, near the I-880 and Highway 84 interchange, with department stores, chain shops, a food court, restaurants and a large movie theater. It has been undergoing redevelopment, so the mix of stores keeps changing. Check the directory online before a trip.
Lakeshore Park is a Newark city park around a small lake ringed by homes, with a paved walking path, lawns, benches and ducks and geese on the water. It is a calm place for a short loop walk or a picnic. The path is flat and easy for strollers, and evenings bring local walkers and joggers.
Newark Community Park is a central city park with large lawns, a playground, picnic areas, tennis courts and walking paths, next to the city's community center. It hosts community events and festivals through the year. Picnic areas can be reserved, and weekdays are the quietest time for families.
The Silliman Activity and Family Aquatic Center in Newark is a city recreation complex with an indoor leisure pool, water slides, a lap pool, a fitness center and a gym. It is a popular rainy day or hot day option for families. Check open swim times online, as lessons and lap swim take some slots.
The Dumbarton Bridge crosses the southern San Francisco Bay from Newark to Menlo Park, the southernmost of the bay's road bridges. A separate bike and pedestrian path runs alongside traffic, giving wide views of the salt ponds and hills. Expect strong wind on the span and check toll rules for westbound drivers.
Newark Days is the city's long-running yearly community celebration, held in early fall with a parade along the main streets, a carnival, food booths, live entertainment and community group displays. It is the biggest hometown event of the year in Newark. Check the city website for dates and parade route closures.
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