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Palo Alto's First International Film Festival Kicked Off on ThursdayWhat is the Palo Alto International Film Festival and why should you go?- Magic Show for Kids at the Palo Alto LibraryAdd some magic and mystery to your child's day by bringing them to a free magic show featuring magician David Fry on July 20 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Palo Alto's College Terrace Library. After the show, help them check out some books on magic!
A Summer of Palo Alto by James FrancoSpend your summer with James Franco in Palo Alto - A great summer read awaits you
A Palo Alto MysteryShe couldn't shake off the feeling that all the events were connected, and that when one issue was resolved, the missing pieces would fill in the holes.- Student Artwork Sought for Palo Alto Art for Youth ContestThe Palo Alto PTA Council is seeking artwork from students in kindergarten to 12th grade for the Palo Alto Art for Youth contest. The deadline to submit artwork has been extended to April 18 and the theme is My Message to the World in 2050.
- Nominate an Individual or Organization for Outstanding Service to Children in Palo AltoThe Palo Alto Council of PTAs (PTAC) is seeking nominations for its annual Outstanding Service to Children award. Those selected will be recognized at the PTAC Honorary Service Award Luncheon on June 3. The nomination deadline is April 8.
- Tree Maintenance Project to Begin at the Downtown Palo Alto Public LibraryThe next time you drive by the Palo Alto Public Library branch at 270 Forest Avenue, don't be surprised to see crews working on the trees! The City posted the tree removal and tree maintenance notice on January 20 to be completed in the next two weeks.
Bike Riding Birds and Story Listening Dogs Coming to the Palo Alto Children's LibraryThe Palo Alto Public Library is being taken over by critters in the children's department! In the next few weeks, the Library on Harriet Street will host some bike riding birds and book listening dogs as part of two special children's programs.- Palo Alto Swimming Programs AboundEven the Palo Alto Duck Pond began as a swimming pool. Luckily for (human) residents, learning to swim like ducks is easy, given the many aquatic programs across Palo Alto. Use this in-depth guide to find just the right one in your neighborhood.
- Staying Green in Palo AltoThe city of Palo Alto offers many resources for saving our environment.
- Palo Alto Library is Holding 3rd Annual Kid's Writing ContestThe Palo Alto Library is asking kids and teens to write about being happy.
Palo Alto Free Shuttle Buses Get Eye-Appealing MakeoverPalo Alto's free shuttle buses have received a makeover. The new fresh look is an eye-appealing exterior with pictures near the bus windows of cartoon-like people riding the shuttle.- Palo Alto residents get world class chocolate at new chocolate boutiquePalo Alto is in for a treat. from now until December 31, 2010, you can buy Coco-Luxe chocolate in the Town & Country Village.
- Holiday Shopping Safety Tips from the City of Palo AltoPalo Alto wants to make sure you have a safe and enjoyable shopping experience by offering these holiday shopping safety tips.
- Free Palo Alto Shuttle gets new look unveiled November 22Palo Alto shuttle service is free to ride. Two Shuttles in Palo Alto now have a new artistic look created by Theodore Mock Photography, Harrington Design, and Tango Graphics.
- Art Program Helps Palo Alto Kids Become Better ThinkersOur schools are teaming up with the Palo Alto Art center for special school tours for "Project Look!"
Where to Get Sandbags in Palo Alto for Flood ControlWith a potentially wet winter in Palo Alto, local flooding is possible. Sand bag sites in Palo Alto are stocked by the city of Palo Alto and the Santa Clara County Water District. Sang bag locations in Palo Alto...
Palo Alto Library Holds Community Meeting on Library BondThe Palo Alto Library is inviting the community to learn about plans to renovate the Main Library.
Palo Alto Animal Shelter Cat and Kitten SpecialAdopt a cat or kitten from the Palo Alto Animal Shelter for a bargain in November...- Four Hours of Free Parking in Some Palo Alto Parking GaragesThe City of Palo Alto has a gift for residents and visitors to downtown--Free parking! From November 15, 2010 to January 1, 2011, shoppers can park for free for up to four hours in a public City parking garage.
Dangerous Intersection in Palo Alto Almost Kills 71-year OldA senior resident of Palo Alto recently crossed the intersection at Colorado and Middlefield, only to narrowly miss being killed...
Palo Alto Reduces Adoption Fee for Felines for NovemberTo combat an overpopulation of cats and kittens, Palo Alto Animal Services is dropping their adoption fee to $10 for the month of November.- Double Your PiE Donation Drive Runs Through November 19The Palo Alto Partners in Education (PiE) is holding a double your donation to PiE fundraiser drive that runs through November 19. Each dollar donated to PiE will be matched until the total reaches $275,000.
- Request Trees for Your Street in Palo AltoDid you know that Palo Alto residents can request a tree for their street at any time? Click here to fill out a request for a street tree from Canopy, a Palo Alto based organization that helps provide trees for the City.
Extended Free Parking Coming to Downtown Palo Altofree parking coming to downtown palo alto parking garages- Palo Alto Education Foundation Doubling Your DonationsPalo Alto Partners in Education is offering to double your donations this fall.
Controlled Gas Release Causes Gas Odor in South Palo AltoDid you smell it? If you were in South Palo Alto on November 3 or 4th, you weren't imaging that you smelt gas. The gas odor was what was left from a controlled natural gas release by Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E).- Gas Smell in Palo AltoPalo Alto residents smelled gas in the air. After the San Bruno explosion, the smell of gas put some on edge.
- Palo Alto Auto Burglaries in OctoberAuto burglaries in October happened in one area of Palo Alto.
Kinders at Palo Alto School Begin Longer DaysExtended day for kindergartners begins this week at Ohlone Elementary.- Palo Alto City College Terrace Library ReopeningPalo Alto City College Terrace Library reopening with a celebration ceremony on November 6th--the public is invited.
- Palo Alto School District Holds Bond Steering Committee MeetingThere are changes come to Palo Alto High School and you can be a part of the meetings to discuss building ideas.
- CAHSEE Retakes for Palo Alto and Gunn High School StudentsPalo Alto and Gunn High School students in Palo Alto who need to retake the California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE) may do so on November 9 for English and November 10 for the Math portion.
- League of Women Voters of Palo Alto Sponsor Essay ContestThe League of Women Voters of Palo Alto is holding an essay contest that is open to all juniors in the Palo Alto Unified School District.
- University Ave in Palo AltoA look at Palo Altos' University Ave and all it has to offer.
Help Fight Underage Drug and Alcohol Abuse in Palo AltoThe Palo Alto Drug and Alcohol Community Collaborative (PADACC) is always seeking members who wish to help support their fight against underage drug and alcohol abuse in Palo Alto.
Palo Alto Needs Help with Save the BayBe right Back- Palo Alto Library Appoints Interim Department DirectorThe Palo Alto Library Department Director is retiring and the City has hired an interim Director.
- Two Palo Alto Robberies- Suspects Still at LargeRobbery in Palo Alto has residents worried as suspects remain...
- Palo Alto to Hold Hazardous Waste DayThe Palo Alto's Household Hazardous Waste Management (HHWM) division will hold November's Household Hazardous Waste Day on November 6, from 9 a.m. to 12 pm. at the Water Quality Control Plant, 2501 Embarcadero Way, Palo Alto.
