Faces of Menlo

Spotted: Locals participating in No Kings Day Rally

Unlike the August rally, there were no locations in Atherton or Menlo Park today. Locals could choose between Redwood City and Palo Alto, which this

by Linda Hubbard
on October 18, 2025

Dr. Jo English: Serving local residents’ chiropractic needs for over 40 years

While not a native to the Bay Area, chiropractor Dr. Jo English has deep roots in Menlo Park.  "I am probably one of the longest

by Linda Hubbard
on October 16, 2025

Filmmaker Dorothy Fadiman recalls her encounter with Robert Redford

In 1978, Menlo Park resident and documentary filmmaker Dorothy Fadiman answered her phone and heard: "My boss [Robert Redford] would like to see your work.

by Linda Hubbard
on September 18, 2025

Jym Clendenin’s spirit will be present in this year’s Tour de Menlo

This year's Tour de Menlo, which takes place on Saturday, September 13, comes without the presence of one its most stalwart participants, Jym Clenendin, a

by Linda Hubbard
on September 9, 2025

Author Pamela Gullard has a new book of short stories — “Lake Crescent and Other Spirits”

We first met Menlo Park resident Pamela Gullard a decade ago when she wrote a book about Menlo College, where she teaches literature. She's also

by Linda Hubbard
on August 18, 2025

Jeff Schmitt reflects on new role on Menlo Park City Council

A five year resident of Menlo Park, City Council member Jeff Schmidt took office representing District 3 in January. Previously he was chair of the

by Linda Hubbard
on June 12, 2025

Yeobo, Darling is opening in downtown Menlo Park

Chefs Michael and Meichih Kim, the pair behind Michelin-starred Maum, are opening Yeobo, Darling, an upscale casual restaurant in downtown Menlo Park (827 Santa Cruz

by Linda Hubbard
on June 11, 2025

Menlo Park-based author Barry Eisler to appear at Kepler’s on June 6

Author Barry Eisler will be at Kepler's on publication day — Friday, June 6 at 6:00 pm — of his latest title, The System. Described

by Contributed Content
on June 3, 2025

Margie Sarrao creates pottery that tells a story — and hopefully makes people smile

For Margie Sarrao, pottery filled her empty nest — and she's glad it did. "All I ever wanted to be was a mom," she says.

by Linda Hubbard
on June 2, 2025

Mia Smith of Menlo Park wins Tom Moore Youth Classic 3000 meters

On Saturday morning, May 24, Mia Smith (14) joined the 3000 meters starting line against the 15-16's high schoolers at the Tom Moore Youth Classic

by Contributed Content
on May 25, 2025