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Poetry Night returns to the Menlo Park Library on October 28

On Wednesday, October 28, 2026, from 6:00 to 7:15 pm, Menlo Park Library (800 Alma St.) is hosting a poetry night. Whether you’re sharing your

by Contributed Content
on October 25, 2026

Sacred Heart Prep teachers to receive Meryl Streep Educator Award for campaign establishing AP U.S. Women’s History Course

Sacred Heart Preparatory (SHP) social studies teachers Kristen Kelly and Serene Williams will receive the inaugural Meryl Streep Educator's Award on Nov. 6 for their

by Contributed Content
on October 19, 2026

Reserve your space for Kepler’s Annual Benefit: An Evening with Abraham Verghese and Friends

On Monday, November 16, from 5:30 to 8:00 pm, come to Kepler's to celebrate over 70 years of the power and joy of storytelling. Gather

by Contributed Content
on October 18, 2026

Middle Grade Book Group has virtual visit with author Brigit Young on October 15

On Thursday, October 15, 2026 from 4:30 to 5:30 pm, join  the Menlo Park Library's Middle Grace Book Group for a virtual Q&A session with

by Contributed Content
on October 10, 2026

Get the facts about end of life decisions at free day-long seminar

On Saturday, October 31, Trinity Church in Menlo Park is hosting a day of practical guidance, compassion and hope for those planning their last chapter

by Linda Hubbard
on October 8, 2026

Writers: connect with other writers at the Menlo Park Library on September 13

On Sunday, September 13, 2026 from 2:00 to 3:00 pm, come to the Menlo Park Library (800 Alma St.), for a chance to connect with other

by Contributed Content
on September 12, 2026

Author James Wang talks about AI on August 7 at Atherton Library

James Wang, author of What You Need to Know About AI, will be in conversation with Justin Kuczynski on Friday, August 7, 2026 from 3:00 to 4:00

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on August 6, 2026

Learn about cake — and eat it, too — at Kepler’s on August 7 with author Elisa Sunga

On Friday, August 7, 2026, from 5:00  to 7:00  pm, come to Kepler's in Menlo Park to celebrate the love of cake! Elisa Sunga will

by Linda Hubbard
on July 31, 2026

Eric Kinney turns to novel writing with “Scurry (Fraud Squad)” series

You could say Menlo Park is in Eric Kinney's blood. The ties are deep. His father Chuck is a former Mayor and City Council member.

by Linda Hubbard
on July 30, 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