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Meta Halts Its Big Mixed-Use Project in Menlo Park
After years of planning and approvals, Meta has scrapped its massive Willow Village mixed-use development in Menlo Park, a project that would have added housing, offices, retail, and a hotel adjacent to its headquarters. Rising construction costs and broader economic uncertainty, including cuts and hiring slowdowns in the tech sector,  were key factors in putting the project on hold. The setback is significant because Willow Village was expected to bring hundreds of homes and community space right next to Bayfront Expressway and Willow Road. Neighbors hoping for more housing and amenities in that part of Menlo Park will now need to wait or watch for scaled-down plans. Read more here.

Local Honey Hustle: Dave’s Backyard Bees
A Palo Alto resident’s pandemic hobby has blossomed into a thriving local business called Dave’s Backyard Bees, producing raw honey from hives placed around the Peninsula, including Palo Alto, Woodside, and beyond. What started as a fun way to engage his kids has turned into about 200 hives, with the honey sold at farmers markets and markets like The Willows. Locals not only get delicious, small-batch honey but also benefit from bee pollination that supports neighborhood gardens and green spaces. Read more here.

New Downtown Mural Brings Art to Los Altos
Arts Los Altos has announced a colorful new mural in downtown Los Altos, located near 140 Third St. This piece draws inspiration from the birds of the Baylands Nature Preserve and Shoreline Park, adding to a growing outdoor art scene in the city’s walkable core and gives residents and visitors a vibrant backdrop for everyday strolls. Read more here.

🏙️ Downtown Development Open House | Menlo Park | Arrillaga Family Recreation Center | 5/7 | more
Learn more about downtown development plans and share feedback at this community open house.

🥂 Bubbly Stroll | Los Altos | Downtown | 5/8 | more
Stroll through downtown Los Altos while enjoying bubbly tastings and a festive evening atmosphere.

💼 Small Business Conference | Redwood City | Chan Zuckerberg Community Space | 5/8 | more
Connect with local entrepreneurs and gain insights from workshops and resources designed to support small business growth.

🎆 Rock on Water | Redwood City | Port of Redwood City | 5/9 | more
Enjoy a waterfront event featuring entertainment and a special drone show at the Port of Redwood City.

🎉 La Petite Playhouse 10th Anniversary | Redwood City | La Petite Playhouse | 5/9 | more
Celebrate 10 years of La Petite Playhouse with a special anniversary event for the community.

❄️ Relaxed Frozen Performance by Palo Alto Players | Palo Alto | Lucie Stern Theater | 5/9 | more
Catch a sensory-friendly, relaxed performance of Frozen presented by Palo Alto Players.

🧹 Annual Spring Cleaning | Redwood City | Public Work Services | 5/9 | more
Join the community in sprucing up Redwood City during this annual citywide spring cleaning event.

🎨 Mothers Day Pottery Paint & Sip | Redwood City | Alhambra Irish House | 5/9 | more
Paint pottery while enjoying drinks in a fun Mother’s Day-themed creative experience.

🌸 Mother's Day Reimagined | Redwood City | Feast and Floral | 5/9 | more
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a unique event blending florals, food, and special seasonal touches.

🦋 Celebrate Moms & Migration | Redwood City | San Mateo County History Museum | 5/9 | more
Explore the theme of motherhood and migration through a special event hosted at the History Museum.

🎶 "Almost" Mother's Day Kids Concert | Redwood City | Courthouse Square | 5/9 | more
Bring the family to Courthouse Square for a cheerful kids concert celebrating Mother’s Day weekend.

🚚 Mother's Day Flower Truck | Los Altos | Town and Country Village | 5/9 | more
Pick up fresh blooms from a flower truck pop-up perfect for Mother’s Day gifting.

🚗 Cars and Coffee | Redwood City | Woodside Plaza Shopping Center | 5/10 | more
Check out a lineup of cars and connect with fellow enthusiasts over coffee at this casual meetup.

🍽️ Mothers Day Grand Buffet | Redwood City | Alhambra Irish House | 5/10 | more
Enjoy a Mother’s Day buffet paired with live piano music in a historic setting.

💐 Mother's Day Floral Pop-Up | Palo Alto | Verve Coffee Roasters | 5/10 | more
Stop by for a floral pop-up where you can grab beautiful bouquets while enjoying coffee.

💧 Efficient Irrigation Techniques Workshop | Menlo Park | Online | 5/10 | more
Learn practical water-saving irrigation strategies during this online workshop.

🎨 Mural Painting | Palo Alto | Bryant Street Community Center | 5/10 | more
Join a community mural painting session where teen artists can help bring a new project to life.

🛍️ Mother's Day Pop Up | Palo Alto | By Chance | 5/10 | more
Shop a Mother’s Day pop-up featuring local goods and giftable finds at By Chance.

🍴 Taste on the Square | Redwood City | Courthouse Square | 5/14 | more
Head to Courthouse Square for Taste on the Square, featuring local bites and a lively community atmosphere.