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Menlo School’s production of ‘Curtains’ nears
Menlo School in Atherton is presenting its production of “Curtains,” a murder mystery comedy musical filled with suspense and wit. The musical will be performed in Spieker Performing Arts Center at 7:30 p.m. on May 2 and May 3, and at 3 p.m. on May 4.
The production tells the story of a series of deaths that occur after a leading lady in a production of “Robinhood” collapses during her final bow. A theater loving detective steps in to solve the case.
“Curtains is a love letter to the magic of theater — packed with humor, heart, and plenty of surprises. Our cast and crew have poured their energy into bringing this show to life, and I can’t wait for audiences to experience the fun with us,” said Director Steven Minning.
Tickets for “Curtains” are $15 for adults and $10 for students. They can be purchased online at menloschool.org/tickets.
Portola Valley town manager search underway
The town of Portola Valley is seeking the community’s input in its search for a new town manager. A survey is open for all residents to share their thoughts on what qualities and characteristics they believe the next town manager should carry.
Portola Valley is partnering with the executive recruiting firm, WBCP, Inc. in its recruitment efforts. The anonymous survey will be open until 5 p.m. on Friday, May 2. A community input town hall on the recruitment efforts will take place on Tuesday, May 6 at 5 p.m. on Zoom. For more information on the town hall visit portolavalley.net.
Find the survey on surveymonkey.com/r/M7JYF2W. Direct any questions regarding the survey to Richard Kuhns at richard@wbcpinc.org or call WBCP, Inc. at 866-929-9227.
— Jennifer Yoshikoshi
Hearing set on Sunset campus historical nomination
The California Register of Historical Resources will hold a hearing at 9 a.m. May 9 on the nomination of the former Sunset headquarters at 80 Willow Road to the National Register of Historic Places. The designation could make it more difficult for developer N17 to move forward with a proposed three-tower development called Willow Park.
The register is accepting public comments. Members of the public can submit written comments before the meeting or speak during the hearing.
More information is available at bit.ly/42zXcAp.
Police plan distracted driving enforcement
The Menlo Park Police Department will conduct an enforcement operation targeting violations of the hands-free cell phone law from April 21 through April 30. Police will also be actively looking for drivers violating the law separate from the operation.
The effort is part of Distracted Driving Awareness Month and the “Eyes Forward, Hands on the Wheel: Focused Driving Saves Lives” campaign. Officers will focus on identifying drivers using handheld devices or engaging in other distractions behind the wheel.
Under state law, drivers are prohibited from holding a phone or electronic device while operating a vehicle, even when stopped at a red light. Violations may result in fines, and repeat offenses can add points to a driver’s record.
Funding for the enforcement is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
— Arden Margulis
