Parks and Recreation

Point Lobos State Natural Preserve is a wildlife wonderland

InMenlo contributing photographer Robb Most spent the 4th of July visiting Point Lobos State Natural Preserve which is just south of Carmel. Here's a description

by Linda Hubbard
on July 8, 2019

Spotted: Porta potties at Fremont Park

Update on June 30: They're no longer there. In full disclosure, this writer's spouse started a campaign of sorts last summer bringing signs saying "where

by Linda Hubbard
on June 26, 2019

Photographer Frances Freyberg is featured artist in May at Portola Art Gallery

Menlo Park-based photographer Frances Freyberg is the featured artist this May at the Portola Art Gallery. The theme is "Views from the Trail," photographs from

by Linda Hubbard
on May 7, 2019

Kites take to the sky over Bedwell Bayfront Park in Menlo Park

Families flocked to Bedwell Bayfront Park yesterday with the goal of hoisting kites into the air. Most were successful (unlike the Warriors last night, undoubtedly

by Linda Hubbard
on May 5, 2019

Kite Day comes to Bedwell Bayfront Park on May 4

Come enjoy wonderful views of the San Francisco Bay as you take your kite to the skies while enjoying great food and activities for the

by Contributed Content
on May 1, 2019

Grazing goats return to Sharon Hills Park in Menlo Park

The hungry weed-eaters will be grazing in Sharon Hills Park for the next two weeks, eliminating the fire hazard of dry weeds and grass. The

by Contributed Content
on April 30, 2019

Then and now photos as Ladera Recreation District pools turn 60

The Ladera Recreation District's two pools debuted on April 29, 1959 — 60 years ago today. "Ready for inspection will be two heated pools and bath

by Linda Hubbard
on April 29, 2019

Today’s Spring treat: on the trail at Russian Ridge Open Space Preserve

InMenlo contributing photographer Robb Most hiked Russian Ridge Open Space Preserve yesterday. The over three thousand acre preserve is known for its wildflower display in

by Linda Hubbard
on April 28, 2019