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| This quarter's features
- Menlo Park proactively prepares for winter storms
- City continues business support through ShopMenlo campaign
- Updates to 600 Block Public Plaza
- New Public Works staff starting in early November to support downtown
- Support local schools and businesses at the Menlo Park Wine Walk Nov. 14
- Dine and shop during Light Up the Season Dec. 4
- Join the Flavors of the Peninsula Restaurant Week in January 2027
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| Menlo Park proactively prepares for winter storms
 The City of Menlo Park is proactively preparing its infrastructure, facilities and response operations for a potentially significant winter storm season while encouraging residents to take steps now to protect their households and neighborhoods. The State’s emergency proclamation strengthens coordination and readiness ahead of potential El Niño storms. Read more...
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| City continues business support through ShopMenlo campaign
 The City of Menlo Park is excited to launch the ShopMenlo campaign for downtown businesses. Menlo Park residents and visitors can support local businesses through participation in a rewards program that accrues points from purchases made at downtown small businesses, which can be used at other downtown businesses. Read more...
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| Updates to 600 Block Public Plaza
 At its Oct. 13 meeting, Menlo Park City Council decided to reopen the eastbound travel lane on Santa Cruz Avenue and reduce the footprint of the 600 Block Public Plaza. Community feedback was mixed, with some in favor of reopening the travel lane and others expressing a preference to keep the plaza as is. Read more...
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| New Public Works staff starting in early November to support downtown
 In keeping with advancing Downtown Vibrancy, the City has hired additional Public Works staff for downtown support. Jose Lopez will start in early November and will help with overall downtown monitoring and maintenance, in addition to support in other areas of the city. Read more...
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| Support local schools and businesses at the Menlo Park Wine Walk Nov. 14
 Established in 2015, the Menlo Park Wine Walk brings the community together while supporting local schools and businesses. Attendees can sample wines from the Santa Cruz Mountains at participating downtown businesses, creating a fun way to support local merchants and attract visitors to downtown. This year’s event will take place Nov. 14 from 1–4 p.m. Advance ticket price is $50 or $59 day of plus tax and includes a Govino wine glass, a wristband and a map of all the tasting locations. All ticket proceeds benefit the Menlo Park Atherton Education Foundation. Read more...
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| Dine and shop during Light Up the Season Dec. 4
 Come downtown ready to dine and shop during Menlo Park’s annual tree lighting! Join the City of Menlo Park at Fremont Park (Santa Cruz Avenue at University Drive) Friday, Dec. 4, from 5:30–7 p.m. for Light Up the Season and the kickoff of Menlo Park's Centennial Celebration. Enjoy free, family-friendly entertainment, youth performances, hot cocoa, cider (quantities limited) and the lighting of the big oak tree. All ages are welcome. The event will be held rain or shine. Read more...
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| Join the Flavors of the Peninsula Restaurant Week in January 2027
 In April 2026, SF Peninsula launched its inaugural Flavors of the Peninsula Restaurant Week. Following a successful first event, Flavors of the Peninsula Restaurant Week will return in January 2027. We encourage City staff and residents to participate, explore local restaurants and support the Peninsula’s vibrant dining community. Read more...
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