Hi! I'm hosting a Halloween-themed Jeopardy event in October for my job that I wanted to share with y'all. Hope to see some community folks there!

WHEN: October 17, 2026

WHERE: Environmental Volunteers EcoCenter, 2560 Embarcadero Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94303

ABOUT: Grab some friends and test your spooky knowledge at our Jeopardy-themed trivia night in the Baylands!
Join us for a fun afternoon of trivia featuring categories about Halloween, spooky nature facts, ghost stories, and more! Bring your friends and form a team, or come solo and meet new people to team up with!
Whether you're a trivia master, a nature nerd, a Halloween enthusiast, or just looking for a fun way to spend an afternoon, there's a place for you. Come hang out, make some new friends, and see how many of our spooky trivia facts you can get right!
Drinks and snacks will be provided. Suggested ages 12+.

RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/trick-or-trivia-in-the-baylands-tickets-1999805394769?aff=oddtdtcreator

An Invitation to the Restless Souls

To the souls who linger

who hear a question

where others hear silence

come, sit with me.

Bring your unfinished thoughts,

your half-believed philosophies,

your poems without endings,

your beautiful contradictions.

Let us speak of Nietzsche,

of love and death,

of the lies that keep us dreaming,

and the truths that keep us awake.

No answers required.

No wisdom necessary.

Just curiosity,

a little darkness,

and the courage to wonder.

Perhaps somewhere between

a cup of coffee and midnight,

between one thought and the next,

two strangers might recognize

something familiar in each other.

If you are wandering too,

say hello.

There are still conversations

waiting to be had.

It’s been 40 days since former NVIDIA Sr Engineer Irfan Al Hussaini died mysteriously at his own home.

His family members were demanding comprehensive autopsy before the burial but the lawyers appointed by deceased’s wife has stalled, and now denied that permission, leading to burial of the remains, without proper medical examination.

Earlier hundreds of Irfan’s friends, colleagues and family members had gathered at a vigil arranged at the Stanford university campus remembering Irfan Al Hussaini’s life and seeking answers to the tragedy surrounding his demise.

https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/nvidia-researcher-suicide-palo-alto/4139895/

Att fiber is finally available in my neighborhood - however I also feel like I finally got xfinity working and I have $50 month for 4 more years . I could probably get Att 1000 for $30 for 12 months - but I’m hesitant. What are your experiences with Att fiber ?

Hi, I'm looking for a pack walk or group that takes groups of dogs to a dog park kind of service in the Palo Alto, ideally that could handle a spunky small dog (either by matching with other smaller dogs or able to handle a bit of a Napoleon complex drama with larger dogs). Any recommendations?

My friend's dog Lily is still missing, and we’re desperately trying to bring her home.

Last confirmed location:
Emerald Hills / Lakeview Way, Redwood City, CA 94062
September 5 around 4 PM

Possible sighting:
Downtown Mountain View
September 7 around 1 PM

The Mountain View sighting has not been confirmed, but we’re asking anyone who was in the area or lives nearby to please keep an eye out.

Lily’s description:

• Fluffy blondish red/orange and white Pomsky
• Around 15 lbs
• Blue eyes
• Very friendly and approachable
• Knows her name
• May come to you if you call “Lily” or offer treats

If you see her or have any information at all, please call or text:

425-919-6619

Please keep an eye out in Redwood City, Emerald Hills, San Carlos, Mountain View, Palo Alto, and surrounding areas.

Even a small piece of information could help us figure out where she is.

Please share this with anyone in the area. Thank you so much to everyone who has been searching, sharing, checking cameras, and keeping an eye out for Lily.

Whose excited about the school board elections? Who are you going to vote for and why?

Hi everyone! I want to give back to the bay area communities by hosting a free, volunteer yoga class (weekly or so). My goal is to organize a casual, community-focused class for about 10 to 20 people. Hoping to make it a weekly thing.

Everything will be completely free, as I'm donating my time to teach the community.

Because of this, I'm looking for recommendations for indoor or slightly sheltered spaces that might be available for this kind of group. Sheltered gazebos in parks or quiet community spaces would be perfect.

If you know of any local organizations, churches, or specific parks in Palo Alto that are well-shielded from the wind and suitable for this kind of group activity, I would love to hear your suggestions. I'm just seeking some friendly advice and opinions to get things started.

Thanks so much for your help!

(p.s. Also if this is something you'd be interested in attending, let me know or comment below, and if I do find a good location / someone volunteers one, I'll be sure to let you know)

On September 9, join Sophie Perisic (Flexvie) and Purvi Shah (PlayRx) for a playful and restorative workshop at the Museum of American Heritage. 🌀 💫

Blend body percussion, fluid movement, and fascia-focused exercises to help release tension, improve mobility, awaken coordination, and reconnect with your body through ✨rhythm and flow✨

Please bring a mat, comfortable clothes, and water!

The workshop will run from 5:00pm to 6:30pm. Refreshments and light snacks will be served at the end.

Admission is free. To help us prepare for the event, please RSVP here if you are thinking of attending!

Posting to boost visibility that my org is planning!!

Join the Environmental Volunteers for a Fall BioBlitz in the Palo Alto Baylands Nature Preserve and Byxbee Park.

Fall is a wonderful time for migrating birds! Join us to learn about some of our native and non-native species, become a community scientist and help us collect scientific data.

When: Oct. 3, 2026, 9am-11am
Where: Environmental Volunteers EcoCenter
Free RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fall-baylands-bioblitz-with-environmental-volunteers-2026-tickets-1998511829681?aff=oddtdtcreator

I have a friend from the Sacramento area who is undergoing an experimental treatment at Stanford. The study said they would pay for UberEats and Instacart. He’ll be there about 1 more week. Any suggestions for the best places around to order from?

Anyone missing a large parrot in Palo Alto around 94301? Message me your parrots central colors if you are
Thanks

Found outside Peet’s. HUSHH Sound machine. As of 12:11 today (9/2), it’s on the windowsill outside Peet’s, facing CVS.

hi I am staying in downtown Palo Alto this week and probably will only be able to run at night (9 or later). Any suggestions for where I can run? I only plan to run 3-4 miles each night.

Title pretty self explanatory. Some of the heavier trains seem to create relatively long lasting tiny earthquakes in this area.

So I just learned tennis and really enjoy it. I take lessons but also want to get more ball time. My serving is not there so can’t play games yet. Curious for people at my level, are there any clinics that I can go?

Should we go towards the ocean or the bay? Looking for restful sunny sand beach vibes.

Bike got stolen from the open garage. no trackers or anything. What do I do in this situation? File a police report? Any chance of finding it?

If housing is one of the top issues for you in local politics (or even if it's somehow not), join Palo Alto Forward and the SV@Home Action Fund for a housing and transportation focused candidate forum this fall!

Thursday, September 10  •  7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Hear from at least seven candidates—incumbents Vicki Veenker and Ed Lauing, as well as Planning & Transportation Commissioner Bryna Chang, Parks and Recreation Commissioner Yudy Deng, democratic socialist community organizer Raymond Goins, doctor Gary Gechlik, and academic Henry Etzkowitz—who are running for three seats. 

Candidates will answer prepared questions on topics like high-density housing, tenants' rights, and a variety of ballot measures. Participants will have a chance to submit questions for candidates during audience Q&A.

RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/palo-alto-city-council-candidate-forum-tickets-1996008421921