Month: February 2020

Havense dog from Menlo Park wins Toy Group at Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show

A Havanese dog from Menlo Park nicknamed Bono won the Toy Group at the 144th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show in New York City

by Linda Hubbard
on February 14, 2020

Spotted: Happy “Bull-a-tine”

At least we think it's a bull not a buffalo. Spotted at the Wild Horse Cafe in King City on a recent road trip.

by Linda Hubbard
on February 14, 2020

Viewpoint: Atherton residents – let your voices be heard about town’s policies on taxation & “fiscal equity”

Editor's note: Peter Carpenter, author of this post, is a former Director of the Menlo Park Fire Protection District (2002-2018) who lived in Atherton for 36

by Peter Carpenter
on February 13, 2020

Meet local mystery author John Billheimer on Feb. 19

Ladera resident John Billheimer is coming to the Menlo Park Library on Feb. 19 to talk about Primary Target, the sixth book in his Owen

by Linda Hubbard
on February 13, 2020

“Signing Day” at M-A celebrates 16 college bound student athletes

Sixteen college bound student athletes were celebrated last week in Ayers Gym on the Menlo Atherton High School campus. They were introduced by Athletic Director

by Linda Hubbard
on February 12, 2020

Children’s songwriter Nathalia comes to the Belle Haven branch library on Feb. 16

Join us for a fun, interactive, bilingual family concert with children’s songwriter Nathalia on Sunday, Feb. 16 from 2:00 t0 3:00 pm at the Belle Haven

by Contributed Content
on February 12, 2020

Public input sought for county improvements to Santa Cruz Avenue/Alameda de las Pulgas Road corridor

The County of San Mateo has been working with a task force of residents and stakeholders since September 2018 to address safety and connectivity concerns

by Contributed Content
on February 11, 2020

Mitchell Johnson painting exhibit opening delayed – now Feb. 14

The exhibit of paintings by artist Mitchell Johnson in downtown Menlo Park has been delayed. The new opening dates are Feb. 14 to Feb. 24,

by Linda Hubbard
on February 11, 2020

Volunteer tutors needed for Belle Haven library homework center

Make a difference! Volunteers sought for Belle Haven library homework center. Now seeking volunteer tutors who have a commitment to education and a passion for

by Contributed Content
on February 11, 2020

Percy the Filoli peacock to be remembered with memorial service and fund

Percy, Filoli's resident peacock, has passed away. "While it was not uncommon for Percy to wander during the winter season, his absence this year is

by Linda Hubbard
on February 10, 2020