City of Menlo Park

Spotted: Mayor Betsy Nash honoring The Guild on its 100th anniversary

The Guild posted this on Facebook: "It’s not everyday you get honored by the Mayor of Menlo Park for turning 100! Many thanks to Betsy

by Linda Hubbard
on June 17, 2026

Menlo Park City Hall solar project now generating clean energy

The solar photovoltaic (PV) system at Menlo Park's City Hall is now fully operational and generating renewable electricity. The system reached commercial operation June 1,

by Contributed Content
on June 17, 2026

Learn how to finger knit at Menlo Park Library on June 18

On Thursday, June 18, 2026 from 1:00 to 2:00 pm, adults and youth (ages 6+) are invited to learn one of the simplest and oldest

by Contributed Content
on June 15, 2026

Juneteenth celebration in Menlo Park takes place on June 19

On Friday, June 19, 2026, from 5:00 to 8:00 pm, come to the Belle Haven Community Campus (100 Terminal Ave.), to celebrate Juneteenth. There will

by Contributed Content
on June 15, 2026

No Kings Day falls on Flag Day — and Menlo Park responds

Today's No Kings Day protest coincided with Flag Day and locals participating in an event organized by Menlo Speaks Out responded with a sea of

by Linda Hubbard
on June 14, 2026

Parkline announces updated development plans

Parkline recently submitted plan updates to the City of Menlo Park that build on the version approved last fall. The plan continues to honor the

by Contributed Content
on June 14, 2026

Hillview Middle School promotes 281 students

On Friday (June 12) at Hillview Middle School — in front of a brand new mural — 281 newly minted high schoolers received their promotions.

by Parke Treadway
on June 13, 2026

Discover the science and psychology of Muppet design on June 15

What makes characters like the Muppets so irresistibly appealing? Let’s get into the science behind the cuteness! On Monday, June 15, 2026 from 6:00 to

by Contributed Content
on June 12, 2026

Spotted: 5th graders “clapping out” at Menlo Park schools

The 5th Grade Clap Out is a longstanding end-of-year tradition at elementary schools in the Menlo Park City School District (MPCSD). This milestone celebration bids

by Linda Hubbard
on June 12, 2026

Provide feedback on Menlo Park’s disaster preparedness plans by June 15

The City of Menlo Park invites community members to review and provide feedback on the City of Menlo Park Annex within the draft San Mateo

by Contributed Content
on June 11, 2026