Year: 2026

The story of when the world’s best divers came to Searsville Lake

Editor's note: We were reminded of Searsville Lake's history thanks to the Portola Valley newsletter and the town's Historical Resources Group. It is hard to

by Contributed Content
on July 29, 2026

Menlo Park Library hosts co-writing workshop on August 2

On Sunday, August 2, 2026, from 2:00 to 3:00 pm, gather at the Menlo Park Library (800 Alma St.) for to connect with other writers to

by Contributed Content
on July 29, 2026

Menlo School student Keira Lew wins short story contest

Got a heads up from Almanac reporter Arden Margulis that Menlo School student Keira Lew won 1st place in the young adult category of the

by Linda Hubbard
on July 29, 2026

Document shredding event set for August 1 in Menlo Park

On Saturday, August 1, 2026 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm, Menlo Park residents and businesses can help prevent identity theft by shredding sensitive documents

by Contributed Content
on July 28, 2026

Patrón Latin Rhythms band appears at Karl E. Clark Park on July 31

On Friday, July 31, 2026 from 6:00 to 7:30 pm, come to Karl E. Clark Park (313 Market Place) in Menlo Park to hear Patrón

by Contributed Content
on July 28, 2026

Midpen Open Space awarded nearly $2 million to advance wildfire resilience, wildlife habitat improvements and regional trails

The Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District (Midpen) has secured nearly $2 million in three newly awarded grants. These funds will support projects in Midpen preserves

by Contributed Content
on July 28, 2026

Puppet Art Theater comes to the Menlo Park Library on July 30

On Thursday, July 30, 2026 from 10:15 to 11:00 am, the Menlo Park Library's 9th Annual Summer Puppetry Festival continues with Puppet Art Theater presenting

by Contributed Content
on July 27, 2026

Global Language Storytime is in Korean on July 29 at Menlo Park Library

On Wednesday, July 29, 2026 from 12:15 to 12:45 pm, preschoolers with their grown-ups are invited to enjoy stories, music and movement in Korean with

by Contributed Content
on July 27, 2026

How Menlo Park residents can lower hazard risks

The City of Menlo Park recently partnered with the San Mateo County Department of Emergency Management to update the City’s Local Hazard Mitigation Plan. The

by Contributed Content
on July 27, 2026