Weekly Message - May 2019
BUSINESS NEWS
Transportation Master Plan Meeting Tonight
The City Council will be discussing the prioritization strategy for the projects identified as part of the Transportation Master Plan at their upcoming meeting on Tuesday, May 14 at 7 pm at the City Council Chambers .

The Transportation Master Plan is the City's first and will provide the ability to identify appropriate projects to enhance the transportation network, conduct community engagement to ensure such projects meet the communities’ goals and values and prioritize projects based on need for implementation.

Cajun Carnival Mardi Gras & Blues Festival
The first Facebook Festival of the year is here! There will be: Live Jazz, Zydeco, Rhythm & Blues Bands, Southern, Creole & Cajun Cuisines, Cultural Dances, Art & Vendor Showcase.

Proceeds benefit hunger and homelessness organizations.

Saturday, May 18, 1 to 6 pm
1 Hacker Way, Menlo Park

Register for the Block Party!
The Block Party represents a unique opportunity for businesses to showcase Menlo Park to residents and visitors who may not otherwise be downtown. The 13th Annual Downtown Block Party is on Wednesday, June 12, 2019 from 5:30 to 8 pm on Santa Cruz Avenue .

AROUND MENLO PARK
Police Department Open House
The Menlo Park Police Department had a successful Open House on Sunday, May 11 . The day’s events included police demonstrations, static displays, a tour of the public safety communications center and much more.
Restaurants with Heart Lunch
Join Restaurants with Heart for lunch and enjoy the beautiful gardens and fun shops of Allied Arts.

50% of the price (less gratuity) is contributed in support of critically ill children at Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital, Stanford. Reservations are preferred by May 16. Walk-ins are welcome, providing space is available.

Monday, May 20 and Tuesday, May 21
Lunch 11:30 am or 1 pm
Cafe Wisteria, 75 Arbor Rd, Menlo Park

MEMBERS @ WORK
Congratulations to Goodwill Boutique!
Congratulations to Goodwill Boutique on their ribbon cutting and grand re-opening that took place here in Menlo Park on Friday, May 9.

Looking to donate any goods or electronics? Find a Goodwill donation drop-off location here.

Goodwill Boutique
711 Santa Cruz Ave, Menlo Park

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

May 14
7 pm, 701 Laurel St., Menlo Park

May 15
5 to 9 pm, 1120 Merrill St., Menlo Park

May 17
7 to 8 pm, 200 Independence Dr., Menlo Park

May 18
1 to 6 pm, 1 Hacker Way, Menlo Park

May 20-21
11:30 am or 1 pm, 75 Arbor Rd., Menlo Park

May 27
Chamber Office Closed in observance of Memorial Day
Menlo Park Chamber of Commerce | (650) 325-2818 |  menloparkchamber.com