Author: Judy Horst

The legend of the Green Lady — a haunting Halloween tale from Menlo Oaks

In the heart of Menlo Oaks, nestled among expansive oak canopies, towering redwood trees and the gentle hum of suburban life, lies Peninsula School (pictured).

by Judy Horst
on October 31, 2025

Menlo Park Kiwanis Club awards scholarships to Menlo-Atherton High School graduates

The Kiwanis Club of Menlo Park recently awarded $100,000 in scholarships to 14 Menlo Atherton High School graduating seniors at an awards luncheon at Allied

by Judy Horst
on June 29, 2025

From Menlo Park to Germany: Young violinists win top honors in renowned music competition

Two young violinists from Menlo Park have made an international impression, earning first prizes at Jugend musiziert (“Youth Makes Music”), Germany’s premier youth music competition.

by Judy Horst
on March 10, 2025

Kiwanis Club of Menlo Park awards $60,000 in scholarships to M-A students

The Kiwanis Club of Menlo Park awarded $60,000 in scholarships to six Menlo-Atherton High School seniors. Family and friends of the students recently attended an

by Judy Horst
on September 6, 2024

Melina Gehring honored by Silicon Valley YMCA for volunteer efforts

Menlo Oaks resident Melina Gehring was one of 12 volunteers honored by the Silicon Valley YMCA at its Red Triangle Dinner. This award honors adults

by Judy Horst
on January 8, 2024

Menlo Park Kiwanis Club awards $60,000 In scholarships to Menlo-Atherton High School graduating seniors

On July 18, The Kiwanis Club of Menlo Park awarded $60,000 in scholarships to six Menlo Atherton High School seniors who are college bound this

by Judy Horst
on July 24, 2023

Spotted: Menlo Park Kiwanis members with collected clothing for Ukraine

Kiwanis Clubs to the rescue! In just a few short days, members of several local Kiwanis Clubs, led by the San Carlos Kiwanis Club, amassed

by Judy Horst
on January 25, 2023

Menlo Park Kiwanis Club works to spread cheer this holiday season

Menlo Park’s Kiwanis Club recently announced its support for two new local programs — Able Works and RISE (Reaching & Inspiring Success through Education). “We

by Judy Horst
on December 21, 2022

Neighbors hits the streets on Halloween in Menlo Oaks

Halloween was back this year in Menlo Oaks — for kids and adults. Lots of candy, comic books, fake tattoos and treats available for kids.

by Judy Horst
on November 1, 2022

Earth Day is celebrated at Flood Park

FloodPark.org hosted one of the final Earth Day events in the area this year on Saturday, April 23. “Our goal was to celebrate Flood Park’s

by Judy Horst
on April 25, 2022