Year: 2026

Pets take center stage — and get blessed — at Trinity Church in Menlo Park

Lots of dogs were joined by one kitten, one snake, one bird, and one dwarf hamster — along with some stuffies — at Trinity Church

by Linda Hubbard
on October 4, 2026

Menlo Park proactively prepares for winter storms — steps residents can take

The City of Menlo Park is proactively preparing its infrastructure, facilities and response operations for a potentially significant winter storm season while encouraging residents to

by Contributed Content
on October 4, 2026

Pony rides and tortoise viewing delight visitors at Webb Ranch Pumpkin Patch

The Webb Ranch Pumpkin Patch (2718 Alpine Road, Portola Valley) is welcoming visitors through October 31. Where else on the Peninsula can kids enjoy a pony

by Linda Hubbard
on October 3, 2026

Perennial Edibles is Garden Talk on October 7

On Wednesday, October 7, 2026 from 6:30 to 7:30 pm, join the Menlo Park Library online for some great gardening advice. Gardening experts will share

by Contributed Content
on October 3, 2026

Spotted: Kids having fun with balloon man at Fourth Friday

Balloon artist Steven Koehler is always a favorite with kids during Fourth Friday events. He's pictured here on September 25 — and will be back

by Linda Hubbard
on October 3, 2026

Indigenous Peoples History and Storytelling is topic on October 6

On Tuesday, October 6, 2026 from 6:00 to 7:00 pm, come to the Menlo Park Library (800 Alma St.), and join Tina Henson from the

by Contributed Content
on October 2, 2026

Explore California’s Spanish past at Menlo Park Library on October 5

On Monday, October 5, 2026 from 6:30 to 7:30 pm, come to the Menlo Park Library (800 Alma St.) for a deeper look into California's

by Contributed Content
on October 2, 2026

City of Menlo Park responds to Attorney General’s notice regarding 80 Willow Road; developer sues

Update on Friday, October 2: According to the San Francisco Chronicle, the developer of the proposed project is suing the City of Menlo Park, "setting

by Contributed Content
on October 2, 2026