Month: October 2012

USGS public lecture takes a look at Mars on Oct. 25

"Exploring Mars with Curiosity" is the topic of this month's USGS public lecture on Thursday, Oct. 25 at 7:00 pm. Ken Herkenhoff of the USGS

by Contributed Content
on October 23, 2012

Students at Sacred Heart Preparatory in Atherton put their own spin on Mole Day

Mole Day, celebrated around the world on October 23 from 6:02 am to 6:02 pm, commemorates Avogadro's Number (6.02 x 10^23), which is a basic

by Linda Hubbard
on October 23, 2012

More rain falls overnight in Menlo Park

Another .5" of rain in my gauge this morning. Now at one full inch for season that began July 1. Walking across the San Mateo

by Bill Russ
on October 23, 2012

Spotted: Sign for missing witch on Sherman Avenue in Menlo Park

The residents of Sherman Avenue in Menlo Park have long been known for their over-the-top, Halloween decorations. When we strolled by Monday around noon, there

by Linda Hubbard
on October 22, 2012

First rainfall of the season brings one-half inch

The skies cleared today well before tonight's pivotal Giants game! As of shortly before noon, my backyard gauges show .5" for the first measureable rainfall

by Bill Russ
on October 22, 2012

Six-week parent education study group on “thriving kids” begins Oct. 24

What is most important in helping your child succeed in school academically and in life? How can you show your child that you support their

by Contributed Content
on October 22, 2012

Buy a pumpkin at Webb Ranch on Oct. 23 – and help create a pumpkin patch for kids at Lucile Packard

Circle of Friends volunteer organization, affiliated with Lucile Packard Children's hospital, is working with Webb Ranch in Menlo Park to host a fabulous fun-filled pumpkin

by Contributed Content
on October 22, 2012

Allison and Clint Chao: They’re all in for Menlo Park/Atherton schools

When Allison and Clint Chao moved from the East Bay to Menlo Park, they did so "because Menlo Park is renowned for its schools and

by Linda Hubbard
on October 22, 2012

League of Women Voter hosts ballot proposition forum on Oct. 23

The League of Women Voters South San Mateo County is hosting a forum to discuss state ballot propositions to be decided on election day, Nov.

by Contributed Content
on October 21, 2012

Pumpkins take center stage in Menlo Park

Pumpkins were every where in Menlo Park this past weekend as families prepared for Halloween. One toddler spotted at Webb Ranch's pumpkin patch thought he'd

by Linda Hubbard
on October 21, 2012