Month: August 2026

Schapelhouman Fire Museum open for visitors August 29

Want to see an antique fire engine, meet retired firefighters, and learn about Menlo Park Fire's history? Come by the Schapelhouman Fire Museum this Saturday,

by Linda Hubbard
on August 27, 2026

Meta agrees to major changes to Facebook and Instagram as it settles US trial over child/teen addiction

Meta Platforms has agreed to an up to $18 billion settlement with a coalition of U.S. states to resolve a major federal lawsuit over allegations

by Contributed Content
on August 26, 2026

Courtney Beyer continues to design fun stickers

We checked in with Menlo Park resident Courtney Beyer to find out about her latest sticker projects. She replied: "I am going to the California

by Linda Hubbard
on August 26, 2026

School’s in! Safety tips for parents, students and drivers to keep in mind

With the new school year underway, it’s important for everyone — parents, students and drivers — to stay alert and put safety first. You’ll notice

by Contributed Content
on August 25, 2026

Spotted: Back to school activities at Menlo School

Sixth graders came together for a morning of fun and connection at Field Day at Menlo School. With eighth graders leading the games, the newest

by Contributed Content
on August 25, 2026

Next Fourth Fridays event set for August 28 in downtown Menlo Park

Attendees can enjoy live music and casual shopping while wandering downtown during the next Fourth Fridays, August 28, from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. Dinner reservations

by Linda Hubbard
on August 24, 2026

Get current information about the Hawthorns Area Plan project

Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District  is continuing a multiyear process to develop a plan for natural resource management and ecologically sensitive public access at the

by Linda Hubbard
on August 24, 2026

5th annual PV Palooza takes place on August 29 at Portola Valley Town Center

The fifth-annual PV Palooza will be held on Saturday, August 29, 2026. The free all-day music festival will run from 10:30 am to 8:30 pm

by Linda Hubbard
on August 24, 2026

Upcoming Sound Immersion Experience with Danny Goldberg set for August 26

The next Sound Immersion Experience with Gongs and Singing Bowls will take place on Wednesday, August 26, from 7:00 to 8:00 pm at Woodside's Independence

by Linda Hubbard
on August 24, 2026

Registration is now open for Zott’s to Tot’s set for September 19

Zott's to Tots Family Fun Run & Bike will take place on Saturday, September 19, 2026 with a 10:00 am start (arrive by 9:30 am

by Contributed Content
on August 22, 2026