Parks and Recreation

Spotted: Pretty blooms while hiking Windy Hill

InMenlo contributing photographer Frances Freyberg captured these spring blooms while hiking Windy Hill over the weekend. We think they're sure to brighten any day! Photos

by Linda Hubbard
on May 11, 2026

Join POST on a Windy Hill hike on May 9

Join Peninsula Open Space Trust (POST) on Saturday, May 9, from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm for a strenuous but rewarding seven mile hike with

by Contributed Content
on May 6, 2026

The Other Side of the Creek: What Hopkins Creekside Park Actually Preserves

Editor’s note: “The Other Side of the Creek” is a series designed to capture the life and spirit just beyond San Francisquito Creek — the

by Ardan Michael Blum
on April 27, 2026

Participate in Atherton Arbor Day on April 18

Come out on Saturday, April 18, starting at 10:00 am and help plant new sapling trees in Holbrook Palmer Park (150 Watkins Ave.) alongside Town

by Contributed Content
on April 15, 2026

Spotted: Lots of tadpoles in Sharon Pond

On a morning walk InMenlo contributing photographer Robb Most spotted lots of tadpoles swimming in Sharon Pond. We know the pond is filled with frogs

by Linda Hubbard
on April 10, 2026

Wimpy rain continues in Menlo Park

Except for two days of downpour mid-month, the rain that's fallen on Menlo Park hasn't amounted to much in March. InMenlo weather watcher Dennis Nugent's

by Linda Hubbard
on March 31, 2026

Menlo Park Spring Festival takes place April 4

Celebrate spring with a community festival that includes a free petting zoo, photos with the big bunny, children's crafts, big bubbles, Menlo Park Fire Fun

by Contributed Content
on March 29, 2026

Register for Menlo Community Fun Run by April 3

On April 25, 2026, Menlo Park will host the Menlo Community Fun Run (6K) — a family-friendly event designed to bring together residents of all

by Linda Hubbard
on March 28, 2026

Djerassi Resident Artists Program introduces new Executive Director — and highlights spring programming

Craig Adams has been appointed as the new Executive Director of the Djerassi Resident Artists Program, with the goal of positioning the organization for expanded

by Linda Hubbard
on March 22, 2026

Support Flood Park with purchase of commemorative brick/paver

The San Mateo County Parks Foundation, the non-profit partner to the San Mateo Country Parks Department, is holding a Bricks/Pavers dedication fundraiser for Flood Park.

by Contributed Content
on March 21, 2026