Parks and Recreation

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

Filoli offers three guided bird walks in March

On Thursday, March 19; Friday, March 20; and Monday, March 23, stretch your legs at Filoli on a beginner-friendly bird walk that invites you to

by Contributed Content
on March 15, 2026

Reserve a picnic area in the City of Menlo Park for spring and summer gatherings

The City of Menlo Park has picnic areas at parks throughout the city – perfect for all kinds of outdoor celebrations. Large picnic areas and

by Contributed Content
on March 4, 2026