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Weekly Digest for Nov. 21, 2022
This week's features
- Tips to help prevent holiday package theft
- Menlo Park announces return of popular winter community events
- New building code adoption; recommended Dec. 15 submittal deadline
- Helpful tips for tree maintenance during the winter season
- Support Menlo Park businesses this Small Business Saturday
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Upcoming public meetings and events
- Monday, Nov. 21–Dec. 5
AbilityPath Art Exhibition
- Monday, Nov. 21, 6:30 p.m.
Native American Cultural Impact on the United States
- Tuesday, Nov. 22, Noon
English Conversation Club
- Wednesday, Nov. 23, 5 p.m.
Family Board Game Night
- Thursday, Nov. 24
City Holiday–Administrative Offices Closed
- Friday, Nov. 25
City Holiday–Administrative Offices Closed
- Saturday, Nov. 26, 1 p.m.
Live Music with the Jym Marks Quintet
- Sunday, Nov. 27, 1 p.m.
Crafting Corn Husk Dolls
- Monday, Nov. 28, 6:30 p.m.
Sci-Fi/Fantasy Book Group: Witchmark
- Tuesday, Nov. 29, Noon
English Conversation Club
- Tuesday, Nov. 29, 6 p.m.
NaNoWriMo: National Novel Writing Month
- Wednesday, Nov. 30, 6 p.m.
City Council meeting, continuation of public hearing on Willow Village master plan
- City calendar
View all upcoming events
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Tips to help prevent holiday package theft
![packages on porch](https://publicinput.com/img/pnw6hseu0ifmu8yxswbj_1000_1000.JPG)
At this time of year with the popularity of online purchasing during Black Friday for holiday gifting, more and more deliveries are expected to arrive to front porches and left outside homes. Criminals are often quick to take advantage of this and steal these delivered packages right off your doorstep. The Police Department offers the following tips that may help prevent you from being a victim. 1) Ask for a tracking number. Most companies offer this service at no charge so you can track...Click to continue
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Menlo Park announces return of popular winter community events
![Little girl sitting on santa's lap](https://publicinput.com/img/v12uiqfjjcff2zh4xgr7_1000_1000.JPG)
The City of Menlo Park is excited to announce the return of some of our favorite winter events this year. The 2022 programming includes the Light up the Season event on Friday, Dec. 2, in Fremont Park and Photos with Santa on Saturday, Dec. 10, at the Arrillaga Family Recreation Center. After a few pandemic years that saw the cancellation of several popular traditions in Menlo Park, the City Council approved the return of some of the most beloved events and activities. Following a successful …Click to continue
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New building code adoption; recommended Dec. 15 submittal deadline
![kitchen remodel](https://publicinput.com/img/lzjswen1xzfxs0jrqmmi_1000_1000.JPG)
Beginning on Jan. 1, 2023, the City is required to enforce the 2022 Edition of California Building Standards Code. We encourage applicants to submit their completed pre-application package no later than 5:30 p.m., Dec. 15, 2022. This will allow enough time to complete the process to convert the application to an in-process building permit by Dec. 31, 2022. Each year, the City of Menlo Park observes city holidays for Christmas and New Year and implements a staff furlough during…Click to continue
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Helpful tips for tree maintenance during the winter season
![Downed tree after storm](https://publicinput.com/img/kmpah7xjzut0bmmf0hxl_1000_1000.JPG)
As California enters the rainy and storm season, it is important to conduct regular tree maintenance to reduce the amount of fallen limbs and tree debris. Here are some helpful tips to keep in mind: 1) Inspect the crown, trunk and roots of the tree. Look for issues of concern such as broken branches, cracks in the trunk, soil heaving and recently exposed roots, signs of decay and heavy leans. 2) Work with an insured, licensed, and International Society of Arboriculture certified tree care company...Click to continue
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Support Menlo Park businesses this Small Business Saturday
![two-black-business-owners-flower-shop](https://publicinput.com/img/qkjf0xj7u8djcgek87ve_1000_1000.JPG)
It is usually the big shopping day after Thanksgiving that gets all the publicity, but let’s remember Small Business Saturday, Nov. 26! It is more important than ever to support our local businesses and shop safely. Check out small businesses in Menlo Park on the Shop Small Map. Local businesses are the cornerstone of a strong community. Menlo Park supports Small Business Saturday, a national campaign to celebrate local entrepreneurs, showing residents across the nation that you can find that special gift...Click to continue
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