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Magical Music & Motion

June 09, 2023

The concerts are for younger listeners with lively sounds and gentle melodies.

All Abilities. All Ages. All Welcome.

Family Movie Night

June 09, 2023

Join the Community Services Department for Family Movie Night on the Mitchell Park Southeast Athletic Field!

Murals Event on California Avenue

June 07, 2023

Artists Olivia Losee-Unger, Paz de la Calzada, and Nicole Ponsler, have been selected to paint vibrant temporary murals in the California Avenue District this summer.

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City Council Priorities for 2023

Each year, Palo Alto City Council reviews its priorities. A Council priority is defined as a topic that will receive significant attention during the year. Typically, priorities have a three-year time limit, although some may continue beyond that time period.

Palo Alto Link

Palo Alto Link is local rideshare. Serving most of the City of Palo Alto Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., service began March 7, 2023.

Housing

Providing housing for all income levels is a focus for all Bay Area cities, including Palo Alto. Learn more about the City's housing priorities here.

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Summer Events

Published on June 01, 2023

Find out more about the Twilight Concert Series, Family Movie Nights, and the Municipal Service Center Open House, and other summer fun in Palo Alto.

Climate Action Series: All About Biking

Published on May 17, 2023

Check out these resources and events to kick start your ride this month as May is National Bike Month.

Stanford Shopping Center Gas Utility Service Connection Update

Published on May 16, 2023

Update on the Stanford Shopping Center Gas Utility Service Connection issue.

Weekly City Manager Updates: May 15, 2023

Published on May 16, 2023

Each week, City Manager Shikada shares brief updates at the City Council meeting highlighting upcoming events, City services, and Council discussions planned. This update also provides a summary of Council actions taken.

Asian American Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month 2023

Published on May 10, 2023

May is Asian American Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month and we are celebrating with a series of events hosted by the Library, Community Services Department, and many community partners.

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Last updated on June 23, 2022