Parks and Recreation

Packed agenda at Parks and Recreation Commission meeting on February 22

Menlo Park City Council member Betsy Nash alerted us about a number of items on the agenda at the Parks and Recreation Commission meeting on

by Linda Hubbard
on February 19, 2023

Registration for Spring Public Hikes at Djerassi is now open

Participating in one of the Public Sculpture Hikes on the 583-acre ranch that houses the Djerassi Resident Artists Program has long been a favorite activity

by Linda Hubbard
on February 18, 2023

From a Teen Perspective: How to celebrate Valentine’s Day

Tomorrow millions of people around the world will celebrate Valentine’s Day, 24 hours devoted to everything love and romance. And while many people will be

by Dylan Lanier
on February 13, 2023

2023 tennis keys available for purchase

Get access to Menlo Park tennis courts with a tennis key. Tennis keys for 2023 can be purchased soon at the Arrillaga Family Gymnasium office

by Contributed Content
on January 29, 2023

Last “river” is closer to a “stream” with minimal rainfall in Menlo Park

The prediction for steady rain showers overnight didn't live up to expectations — some would say luckily. InMenlo weather watcher Dennis Nugent record just 0.15"

by Linda Hubbard
on January 19, 2023

Learn why January is nest building time for Anna’s hummingbirds

We've gained a new appreciation for Anna's hummingbirds thanks to the photography of  Menlo Park resident Rick Morris, so a recent post by the Midpeninsula

by Linda Hubbard
on January 14, 2023

Burgess Pool to have limited hours on Jan. 9 and 10 due to construction work

Construction work will take place at Burgess Pool starting Monday, Jan. 9, to replace and upgrade the lift chairs that help pool users who need

by Contributed Content
on January 8, 2023

Spotted: Fallen oak in Burgess Park

Menlo Park resident Kathy Switky spotted this fallen oak in Burgess Park while out walking this morning. More rain may result in more downed trees.

by Linda Hubbard
on January 6, 2023

Next meeting on Flood Park set for November 5

The San Mateo County Parks Department. and design team (CMG Landscape Design Co.) will present an updated Plan based on feedback from their public input

by Linda Hubbard
on November 3, 2022

Gymnastics program registration opens Nov. 1

The City of Menlo Park’s popular gymnastics programs will return for a short fall session beginning Tuesday, Nov. 15, and ending Dec. 22. Fall session

by Contributed Content
on October 29, 2022