PORTOLA VALLEY
Drunk Driver Kills/Injures two
The recent news report described a Spanish-speaking worker from Spring Down Farms involved in a drunk driving accident recently in Portola Valley. He killed one person and s... |
mpresident |
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on Apr 9, 2007 at 6:45 pm by mpresident, a resident of the Menlo Park: Downtown neighborhood |
SCHOOLS & KIDS
Encinal turf
I'm surprised that this topic hasn't been raised already on this board (but then, this isn't Palo Alto, whose Town Square is bustling with pertinent discussions, not just spor... |
Disappointed |
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on Apr 9, 2007 at 8:06 am by II, a resident of the Menlo Park: Central Menlo Park neighborhood |
OTHER TOPICS
The choice to NOT have kids
The SF Chronicle Magazine had an interesting article last Sunday called Kids R Not Us, about people's attitudes regarding the choice not to have kids. Here is the link: http:/... |
Diana |
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on Apr 8, 2007 at 10:18 am by parent of teenagers, a resident of the Menlo Park: Central Menlo Park neighborhood |
SPORTS
M-A Little League Game of Week - Goetz 3, Brix 1
M-A Little Leauge Game of the Week - Goetz Brothers 3, Brix 1
Goetz Brothers continues to play like a Majors division contender and won their third game in a row last week,... |
Team Parent |
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on Apr 7, 2007 at 11:21 am by Team Parent, a resident of the Menlo Park: South of Seminary/Vintage Oaks neighborhood |
SCHOOLS & KIDS
The homework myth
I'm disappointed to see Menlo Park school officials backpedal on the District's homework "ban."
It seems to me they have a thoughtful and well-reasoned policy on limiting ... |
Menlo mother |
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on Apr 6, 2007 at 7:39 pm by a former oak knoll parent, a resident of the Menlo Park: Central Menlo Park neighborhood |
SCHOOLS & KIDS
Menlo Park Kite Day
The City of Menlo Park will host the annual Kite Day on Sunday, April 22 at Bayfront Park from 12 noon - 3PM. A Kite, a hot dog, and a soda can be purchased together for $5. B... |
Rosetta Fort |
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on Apr 6, 2007 at 3:23 pm by Rosetta Fort, a resident of the Menlo Park: Central Menlo Park neighborhood |
SPORTS
Coaches disrespectful to umpires
During a little game at La Entrada last night, the coaches of one on the teams repeatedly bullied the umpires of the game. Each umpire seemed to be a high school student and ... |
little league parent |
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on Apr 6, 2007 at 11:57 am by Hey batter, a resident of the Menlo Park: Downtown neighborhood |
ATHERTON
Smooth sailing on Valparaiso
Eastbound Valparaiso Avenue is still a bumpy mess, but on the westbound Atherton side of the street, it's smooth sailing. The concrete barriers are down and the refurbished ro... |
Andrea Gemmet |
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on Apr 6, 2007 at 11:54 am by Andrea Gemmet, Almanac staff writer |
MENLO PARK
Issues of concern to all of us
Town Square may be a great place to promote some serious discussions about issues on the minds of many of us in Menlo Park. There are many questions, more answers and even m... |
Responsible Resident |
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on Apr 6, 2007 at 11:18 am by R.R., a resident of the Menlo Park: Park Forest neighborhood |
SCHOOLS & KIDS
For kids' safety, it's time for action on Ringwood parking
The following letter by Susan Bryan was published in the Almanac's April 4 print edition:
Editor:
Thanks for spotlighting Manfred Kopisch's crusade to keep Laurel Sc... |
Renee Batti |
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on Apr 6, 2007 at 10:56 am by Renee Batti, news editor of The Almanac |
SCHOOLS & KIDS
Why biking to Laurel is a bad idea
The following letter by Jerry Leugers was published in the Almanac's April 4 print edition:
Editor:
Your editorial regarding safe bike routes to Laurel School may be... |
Renee Batti |
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on Apr 6, 2007 at 10:39 am by Renee Batti, news editor of The Almanac |
SPORTS
M-A Boys Golf Update
The M-A Boys Golf team remain in first place in PAL Bay Division having lost only one match this season, to Menlo, by one stroke (204/203) League record is 6-1, overall record... |
team parent |
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on Apr 5, 2007 at 5:41 pm by team parent, a resident of the Menlo Park: Suburban Park/Lorelei Manor/Flood Park Triangle neighborhood |
SCHOOLS & KIDS
America's Pastime-M-A's 1st annual car show
The Menlo-Atherton Baseball team is hosting it's 1st annual car show, America's Pastime, on April 28th. The show starts at 8 AM and ends at 3PM. The car show will be held in t... |
Mike Amoroso |
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on Apr 5, 2007 at 12:46 pm by Mike Amoroso, a member of the Menlo-Atherton High School community |
OTHER TOPICS
Rethinking our planted world
This spring has been gorgeous with all of the flowering trees and spectacular blooms everywhere. Our neighborhoods and Stanford Shopping Center look great and smell great. But... |
Elizabeth Lasensky |
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on Apr 5, 2007 at 11:18 am by Elizabeth Lasensky, a resident of the Menlo Park: Downtown neighborhood |
AROUND TOWN
Town Square is your place to post news and information, as well as comment on issues
Town Square is your place to post news and information -- including on sports and community events -- as well as a forum to comment on issues.
You can post pictures by first... |
Richard Hine |
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on Apr 5, 2007 at 7:52 am by Richard Hine, managing editor of The Almanac |
ATHERTON
Planners at fault for Atherton mess
The following letter by Jim Altman was published in the Almanac's April 4 print edition:
Editor:
What is going on in the planning department in the town of Atherton?... |
Renee Batti |
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on Apr 4, 2007 at 10:59 am by Renee Batti, news editor of The Almanac |
SPORTS
Menlo Girls Lacrosse Beats Castilleja 9-6
Girls Varsity Lacrosse Game: MENLO SCHOOL vs. CASTILLEJA, 04/03/07
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MENLO SCHOOL 9, CASTILLEJA 6
(Visitor)CASTILLEJA (0-4 Overall), (0-3 PAL)... |
Alexis Longinotti |
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on Apr 4, 2007 at 12:03 am by Alexis Longinotti, a resident of another community |
AROUND TOWN
Dine and dance at the ACS Annual Gala Spring Sounds
Join Tall Tree award-winning Adolescent Counseling Services (ACS) at Sharon Heights Golf & Country Club in Menlo Park for live music, auctions, dinner and dancing, all in supp... |
Jennifer |
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on Apr 3, 2007 at 11:52 am by Jennifer, a resident of another community |
OTHER TOPICS
Spring Open Studio and Art Sale, Hunters Point Shipyard
SHIPYARD ARTISTS HOST 16TH ANNUAL SPRING OPEN STUDIO
Public Invited to Buy Directly From Artists
Saturday and Sunday, April 28 and 29, 2007
11 AM – 6 PM
Free Admission – ... |
Marc Ellen Hamel |
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on Apr 3, 2007 at 11:43 am by Marc Ellen Hamel, a resident of the Menlo Park: Allied Arts/Stanford Park neighborhood |
ATHERTON
Stuffed Animal Pet Show and photo exhibit at the Atherton Library
The Atherton Library will host a Stuffed Animal Pet Show for National Pet Week in May. The show will take place Monday, May 7th at 4:00 PM. Children ages 3 and up can register... |
DeAnn Okamura |
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on Apr 2, 2007 at 4:42 pm by DeAnn Okamura, a resident of the Atherton: Lloyden Park neighborhood |
ATHERTON
Kids' Earth art contest
Atherton is hosting an enviromental art contest for kids in kindergarten through grade 8. Entries must be submitted by April 16 at the Atherton Building Dept., 93 Station Lane... |
Andrea Gemmet |
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on Apr 2, 2007 at 3:32 pm by Andrea Gemmet, Almanac staff writer |
AROUND TOWN
Menlo-Atherton presents the hit musical GREASE!
Menlo-Atherton High School's International Thespian Society presents the hit musical Grease! Come enjoy the fast pace and pulsating tunes of this 50s musical with stars senior... |
Drama Booster |
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on Apr 2, 2007 at 3:29 pm by Tom & Rita Tachis, a resident of another community |
MENLO PARK
What do you think about sharing use of Nealon baseball field with dogs?
I would like to hear feedback from Menlo Park residents on the advisability of the current shared usage of the Nealon baseball field with off leash dogs. There have been compl... |
parkuser |
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on Apr 2, 2007 at 11:51 am by Concerned Parent, a resident of the Menlo Park: Stanford Hills neighborhood |
SPORTS
Directors of the Boards
After going undefeated in Burgess League Basketball with a perfect 8 – 0 record, the 7th Grade La Entrada Boys Basketball Team, coached by Tarny Perkins and Bill Barrett, won ... |
Tarny Perkins |
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on Mar 31, 2007 at 7:46 pm by Tarny Perkins, a resident of the Menlo Park: Sharon Heights neighborhood |
MENLO PARK
Menlo Park Annual Egg Hunt
The City of Menlo Park hosts the annual Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 7, 2007. This fun filled event is from 10am - 12 noon at Burgess Park. Bring the family to enjoy an egg hun... |
Rosetta Fort |
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on Mar 30, 2007 at 12:20 pm by Brian, a resident of the Menlo Park: Linfield Oaks neighborhood |