We want some Mo!
Wonderful children’s author/illustrator Mo Willems is coming to Kepler’s in Menlo Park on Friday, Sept. 21, for a pajama party with his young fans. The Caldecott Medal winner will read his new book, a sequel to “Knuffle Bunny” called “Knuffle Bunny Too: A Case of Mistaken Identity.” The party starts at 6:30 p.m. and attendees are strongly encouraged to wear their jammies and fuzzy slippers. Kepler’s promises it will be “the best story time ever.” Call 324-4321 or go to www.Keplers.com.Atherton is No. 1
In the latest Forbes Magazine, Atherton tied with Miami Beach, Florida, and Kenilworth, Illinois, as America’s richest neighborhood, with a median annual income of $200,001 and a median home sale price of $1.74 million.Atherton beat out Diablo and Rancho Santa Fe, both in California, for the top honor.
Promises, promises
The two architects designing the new $20 million complex at Portola Valley Town Center got a grilling Wednesday night, Sept. 12, over the use of about $150,000 in contingency funds. Councilman Ed Davis wanted reassurances that it wasn’t going to become a habit.In the dialogue, architects Larry Strain and Jim Goring, while not complaining, attributed the expenses to requests from the town that went beyond the agreed-upon tasks, and that more such charges were not expected.
“What I’m getting from Jim is it’s unlikely,” Mr. Davis said.
“It’s unlikely we’ll be asking for the money,” Mr. Goring replied wryly.
“Larry has learned to say ‘No,'” Town Administrator Angela Howard added.
“You guys are doing a great job,” said Mayor Ted Driscoll. “We’re very, very happy with your work.”
Ms. Howard had one last special request: Could they go to the Blues & Barbecue Festival on Sunday?
“I’ll buy you your food,” offered Mr. Driscoll.
