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Weekly Digest for Nov. 10, 2025

Upcoming public meetings

  • Wednesday, Nov. 12, 6:30 p.m.
    Complete Streets Commission meeting
 

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This week's features

City offices to close Nov. 11 in honor of Veterans Day

Thank you veterans

City offices will be closed Nov. 11 in observance of the Veterans Day holiday. Veterans Day recognizes U.S. veterans for their service and sacrifice on behalf of their country. Normal hours of operation resume on Nov. 12... Read more...

Community food resources

Food resources

Visit the City's food assistance page to find information and resources about places to get help with groceries, hot meals and other food assistance in Menlo Park and San Mateo County. Learn more about the services provided by Second Harvest of Silicon Valley, Samaritan House, 211 Bay Area, and more. Also included are links to new articles that list restaurants offering free meals  throughout November for those impacted by a loss of food assistance benefits. Read more...

Complete Streets Commission to review Nealon Park Parking and Blake Street Pilot Project

Street in Menlo Park

Please join us at the upcoming Complete Streets Commission meeting Wednesday, Nov. 12, starting at 6:30 p.m in City Council Chambers (751 Laurel St.) and via Zoom. The Commission will review the Nealon Park Back-In Angled Parking and Blake Street Pilot Closure results and discuss next steps for these pilots. Read more...

Previous features and ongoing news

Winter is here – sandbags available

Sandbag stations

Winter rains are here, and the City encourages everyone to be flood-ready. Know your flood risk, avoid driving through flooded areas and obey all road closures and detours. Stay informed by signing up for SMC Alert, the City’s Weekly Digest newsletter and visit the City’s storms and flooding webpage to learn how to prepare for wet weather. Read more...

Save the date: Shop local! Light Up the Season Dec. 5

Join us at Fremont Park (Santa Cruz Avenue at University Drive) Friday, Dec. 5, from 5:30–7 p.m. for Light Up the Season. Enjoy free and family-friendly entertainment, youth performances, hot cocoa, cider (quantities limited) and the lighting of the big oak tree. Shop and dine at local Menlo Park businesses while you’re downtown. All ages are welcome. The event will be held rain or shine. Read more...

Save the date for Photos with Santa at Belle Haven Community Campus Dec. 13

Family with santa

Bring your camera and join us for holiday cheer with a delicious breakfast, festive crafts and photos with Santa. The event takes place Saturday, Dec. 13, from 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. at the Belle Haven Community Campus (100 Terminal Ave.). Tickets are $5 per person, and advance reservations are required. Read more...

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