EVENTS

Sunday, April 19, 2026 – 2:00 p.m.
Colma Community Center, 1520 Hillside Blvd.
Parking in adjacent lot and on the street.

PROGRAM/SPEAKER: Echoes of the Badge, Stories from a National Park Service Career presented by John Irish Goodwin, Author, Retired National Park Service Ranger, Community Service Volunteer, Retired Colma City Council Mayor and Member.

Join us for a special afternoon with author John Goodwin, author of Echoes of the Badge, Stories from a National Park Service Career. John has just published the book’s 2nd edition, and readers will enjoy the additional stories, including what happened after he retired. John Goodwin’s stories give you a fresh perspective on the National Park Service and the vital role of law enforcement rangers. Be prepared to be inspired by stories of bravery, perseverance, and the awe-inspiring power of nature.

FREE
RSVP to 650-757-1676 or cha@colmahistory.com.

Saturday, September 26, 2026 – 11:15 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Colma Community Center, 1520 Hillside Blvd.
Parking in adjacent lot and on the street.

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. LIMITED SEATING.
INVITATIONS TO BE MAILED IN MID-AUGUST.

18 Hosts each set a table with their chosen theme. Tea, savories and sweets served.

Drawing prizes, boutique, and silent auction.

Questions or Leave your contact to receive an invitation:
650-757-1676 or email cha@colmahistory.com

Sunday, February 1, 2026 – 2:00 p.m.
Colma Community Center, 1520 Hillside Blvd.
Parking in adjacent lot and on the street.

PROGRAM: “It’s Great to Be Alive on Southern Pacific’s Colma Branch” Presented by John Petrovitz, Mid-19th and 20th Century Colma, North San Mateo County, and San Francisco Railroad Historian.

John presented the history of the rail line that traveled from San Francisco down into northern San Mateo County using an extensive slide show of period photographs. He has created a landscaped model of the Southern Pacific railroad line between Colma and South San Francisco with an N scale model train moving through. His inspiration is his childhood memories of growing up in South San Francisco. You can view his models on his YouTube Channel.

Sunday, October 19, 2025 – 2:00 p.m.
Colma Community Center, 1520 Hillside Blvd.
Parking in adjacent lot and on the street.

PROGRAM: “Who Am I? A Fun Trivia Game Featuring Some of Colma’s Underground Residents” presented by CHA Board Member Perky Ramroth and CHA Volunteer Amy Yip.

Sunday, July 20, 2025 – 11 a.m.– 1 p.m.
Japanese Cemetery, 1300 Hillside Blvd., Colma
Parking on the street

Colma Historical Association’s Victorian Days Tour* of the Japanese Cemetery and the Colma Historical Museum – This was a one-hour walk through the Japanese Cemetery. We learned about its founding, the stories of some of its famous underground residents and monuments to honored groups, and the unique style of the cemetery. This was followed by a brief walk or drive to the Colma Historical Museum, 1500 Hillside Blvd., to learn more about our unique city.

Level ground. Easy walking. Museum is ADA accessible with restrooms. Parking on the street or in the Museum’s parking lot.

*Victorian Days Tours are sponsored each July-Aug weekend by the San Mateo County Historical Association. Check their website for other tours.

Sunday, April 27, 2025 – 2:00 p.m.
Colma Community Center, 1520 Hillside Blvd.
Parking in adjacent lot and on the street.

PROGRAM/SPEAKER: “Baseball Greats Who Reside in Colma,” presented by Richard Rocchetta. Richard is the CHA’s Secretary-Treasurer. Baseball is one of his favorite topics so the program will be excellent. Some of the notables we learned about were Dolph Camilli, Frankie Crosetti, Charlie Fox, Charlie Graham, Willie Kamm, Dario Lodigiani, Willie McCovey, and Joe Sprintz. And yes, Joe DiMaggio and Lefty O’Doul, of course!