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Harvest Faire at Allied Arts Guild takes place on October 4

Get a jump start on holiday shopping at the Harvest Faire on Sunday, October 4 at the Allied Arts Guild (75 Arbor Road) from 9:30

by Contributed Content
on October 2, 2026

Spotted: Line outside of Cheeky Monkey early Sunday morning — waiting for what?

Emailed an InMenlo reader Jennifer: "There's a line forming outside Cheeky Monkey at 7:00 am. The store doesn't open until 10:00 am! "'What is going

by Linda Hubbard
on September 6, 2026

Possible fire at Draeger’s on Saturday leads to evacuation

3/9/26 update from same reader: "Apparently there was a faulty piece of equipment in the  kitchen above the meat department. The equipment was fixe before

by Linda Hubbard
on March 8, 2026

Yummy creme brûlée from Draegers is heart-shaped for Valentine’s Day

We've become fans of Draeger's creme brûlée — today perfectly heart-shaped. Here's a fun list of the best places in the world to steal a

by Linda Hubbard
on February 14, 2026

Small works of art on display at Portola Art Gallery in December

The Portola Art Gallery presents "Six by Six" — a collection of works that are small in size (6x6”), but large in value and creativity.

by Frances Freyberg
on December 3, 2025

Gallery House Holiday Art Reception set for December 5

On Friday, December 5, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm, Gallery House (826 Santa Cruz Avenue) is holding a Holiday Art Reception featuring 20% discount on

by Linda Hubbard
on December 3, 2025

Ronald McDonald House — The Other Side of the Creek

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

by Ardan Michael Blum
on November 7, 2025

Kepler’s celebrates its 70th anniversary

On Saturday (September 20) Kepler's celebrated the book store's 70th anniversary. Clark Kepler (second from left)  joined CEO Praveen Madan (far right) along with Clark's

by Linda Hubbard
on September 22, 2025

Spotted: SMC Supervisor Ray Mueller honoring Draeger’s on its 100th anniversary

San Mateo County Supervisor (and Menlo Park resident) stopped by Draeger's supermarket yesterday (9/20) afternoon to present a resolution to store owners Richard and Peter

by Linda Hubbard
on September 21, 2025

Join Kepler’s for its 70th anniversary party on September 20

On Saturday, September 20 from 2:00 to 5:00 pm, come to Kepler's for a free, family friendly 70th anniversary block party with live music, local

by Linda Hubbard
on September 18, 2025