Weekly Message - May 2018
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Ravenswood Avenue Railroad Crossing Study
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The final alternatives of the Ravenswood Avenue Railroad Crossing study will be presented to the City Council at their regular meeting on
Tuesday, May 8
at
7 pm
in the
Council Chambers
for their selection of a preferred alternative.
The project team will present the proposed alternatives and input received to date. Please join us to hear about this important project and to provide your feedback to help the City Council select the preferred alternative. The agenda and staff report can be found
here
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Nominate Golden Acorn Award Recipients
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The
Golden Acorn Awards
is a Menlo Park tradition. During this event, the Chamber celebrates community achievement through the volunteer efforts and contributions of organizations and individuals.
The Nominating Committee will select award recipients in
the fields of Business Excellence, Community Service, Professional Excellence, and Unsung Hero. The recipients are individual contributors, small businesses, organizations and non-profits serving Menlo Park.
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Mix, meet, & mingle with local business professionals.
Come and learn about the Chamber and how you can be more involved as an ambassador of business success in Menlo Park. Chamber Mixers are your opportunity to network, interact, and promote your business. Take advantage of this chance to make connections and exchange ideas.
Chamber Members and Member Guests are welcome.
Wednesday, May 16, 5:30 to 7 pm
Bank of the West, Menlo Park
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The Bay Area’s 24th annual Bike to Work Day will take place on
Thursday, May 10, 2018
with all nine Bay Area counties participating in the celebration. The event is part of National Bike Month.
- Give bike commuting a try!
- Participate in the biggest bicycle event in the Bay Area.
- Take part in bicycle-friendly events happening all month.
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Enjoy live music, artisan and crafts, sports team activities, Garlic Wars, and wine and beer tastings this
Saturday, May 12
at Facebook's Bay Area Brew and FanFest from
1 to 6 pm
at
1 Hacker Way
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Proceeds benefit local youth sports & mentoring programs.
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Menlowe Ballet Presents: Illume
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This riveting program features
The Lady with the Lamp
, choreographed by Artistic Director Michael Lowe and Associate Artistic Director Sarah-Jane Measor, Dennis Nahat’s
Pas de Cinq
from
Swan Lake
, and Donald McKayle’s
Crossing the Rubicon: Passing the Point of No Return.
Friday, May 11, 8 pm
Saturday, May 12, 2 pm & 8 pm
Sunday, May 13, 2 pm
Menlo-Atherton Performing Arts Center
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May 9
6:30 to 8:30 pm, Redwood City Public Library
May 10
Thursday, Bay Area
May 11-13
Fri to Sun, Menlo-Atherton Performing Arts Center
May 12
1 to 6 pm, 1 Hacker Way, Menlo Park
May 13
11 am to 1 pm, Vallombrosa Center
May 13
Opens at noon, 1143 Crane St.
May 16
5:30 to 7 pm, Bank of the West
May 17
6:30 pm, Burlingame Library
May 18
8:30 to 9:30 am, Chamber Conference Room
May 18
5:30 to 7 pm, Bank of the West
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