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Las Lomitas likely violates state law, misrepresents restrictions

The school board may be violating the Brown Act by limiting public comment.

Menlo Charity Horse Show comes to an end after 51 years

The Menlo Charity Horse Show, a staple summer event for Atherton that was founded in 1971, has ended because of financial constraints.

Arts news: The Pear’s new artistic director, new season for Coast Live Music, Filoli’s ballroom concerts

This week: The Pear Theatre has a new artistic director; Coast Live Music will soon launch its second season; Filoli will hold a winter ballroom concert series and the Computer History Museum temporarily closes for renovations.

Los Altos, Palo Alto real estate markets see record-breaking year  

The Midpeninsula real estate market defied expectations in 2024, with home prices surging despite high mortgage rates. Driven by a robust tech market, cities like Palo Alto and Los Altos set record-high prices. Signs point to a potentially volatile 2025, however, as shifting market dynamics could temper the recent growth.

State Sen. Becker appointed as chair of Senate energy committee

State Sen. Josh Becker, D-Menlo Park, has been appointed as chair of the Senate Committee on Energy Utilities and Communications by Senate President pro Tempore Mike McGuire, according to a press release from Becker’s office.

Wind advisory in effect Monday night through Wednesday morning for parts of Bay Area

The National Weather Service has issued a wind advisory for much of the Bay Area, from Monday night through Wednesday morning.

Silicon Valley commercial vacancy rates pass 20%

Silicon Valley companies are adjusting their needs for in-person work spaces as employees refuse to go back to the office.

Arrest made in attempted burglary at SLAC lab

Authorities made an arrest after a break-in at the SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory campus on the evening of Sunday, Jan. 5, according to a press release from the San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office.

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Holidays at Filoli
The Filoli estate’s gardens and historic mansion are decorated for the holidays. Guests can take part in special activities, for an additional fee, that include private fire pit rentals with warm drinks on the terrace and sparkling wine in the ballroom.

Outdoors: Après Village Experience
The Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto hosts an experience modeled after an alpine village with four themed chalets for groups. This year’s menu of snacks and treats features an Italian mountain lodge theme.

TOMORROW

Community: San Mateo on Ice
Go ice skating in San Mateo’s Central Park via public skate sessions, private tents for up to 40 people or private ice sessions.Tickets must be purchased online.

Author event: Community Poetry Open Mic Series
As part of its Community Poetry Open Mic Series, the Burlingame Public Library hosts an evening of poetry with featured reader Sally Ashton. Copies of her most recent book, “Listening to Mars,” will be available to purchase.


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Angela Swartz was The Almanac's editor from 2023 until 2025. She joined The Almanac as a reporter in 2018. She previously reported on youth and education, and the towns of Atherton, Portola Valley and...