Portola Valley Update September 18, 2025

The Alpine 12U All-Stars, were honored with a Proclamation from The Town of Portola Valley Mayor and Town Council, Wednesday August 27!

WFPD Press Release; Edgewood Fire Incident - August 30, 2025

Save the date for October 4; Neighborhood Cleanup

Save the Date and mark your calendars for Saturday October 4 for the third and final Neighborhood Clean up of the year! Free to Portola Valley Residents, bring a copy of your GreenWaste garbage bill or the mailer insert as proof of residency.

Senior Seminar - Lifestyle Options September 27 9:30am

SENIOR SEMINAR – Lifestyle Options

September 27, 2025. 9:30AM coffee and bakery; 10-12AM presentations.

Jennings Pavilion, Holbrook Palmer Park, Atherton 94025

Housing choices (stay or move) are a life-changing decision for Seniors.

What do we need now? What if my spouse needs special care?

Learn about Stay at Home improvement options, Senior Living Communities with Assisted Living and Memory care options, and Facilities specific to Memory Care.

The “Lifestyle Options” Seminar is supported by the Towns of Atherton, Woodside and Portola Valley.

Yellow Jacket Season; How to Contact San Mateo County Mosquito & Vector Control District

SSMC’s Youth Advisory Council - Applications Due Sept. 30

Are you passionate about sustainability and eager to make a real impact in San Mateo County? Sustainable San Mateo County (SSMC) is accepting new applications for its Youth Advisory Council—a unique opportunity for young leaders (ages 15-24) who live, work or attend school in San Mateo County to collaborate on environmental and social sustainability solutions, advise our Board of Directors and amplify youth voices in local decision-making.

As a council member, you’ll:

✅ Work alongside sustainability professionals, local government leaders and community organizations

✅ Gain leadership and advocacy experience that stands out on college and job applications

✅ Help shape real projects that drive meaningful change in San Mateo County

🔗 Apply now! Learn more HERE and fill out the application by Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025.

Obtenga más información y presente su solicitud en español aquí.

September is Suicide Prevention Month

Start the Conversation. Take the Steps. Make a Difference.

The statistics are alarming: One person dies by suicide every 11 minutes in the United States, making it the 11th leading cause of death overall. Sadly, as the cause of death amongst youth ages 10-24, it ranks 2nd. Much like the subject of mental illness, suicide is shrouded in fear, silence and misunderstanding.

But studies show that people who are having thoughts of suicide feel relief when someone asks them about it in a caring way and is ready to truly listen. Experts agree: Opening up about good, bad or messy mental health journeys creates space for healing and hope.

NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, is leading the charge to help individuals, friends and families find their voice…To muster the courage to start the conversation.

The organization’s recently published Suicide Prevention Kit includes tools, resources and guidance for anyone to recognize warning signs in our loved ones, begin talking openly about suicide prevention, and seek professional help.

Stepping out

In addition to spreading the word about national NAMI resources, our own NAMI San Mateo County staff and volunteers provide a variety of FREE educational, support and advocacy programs to thousands of local people living with mental illness and their families. Beginning at 9 am on October 4, NAMI SMC will host its largest community event of the year, NAMIWalks, a festive community resource fair featuring a fundraising 5K walk, music, a kid’s zone, food and more. The event is free to attend and registered walkers who raise a minimum of $100 receive a commemorative t-shirt and a chance to earn more swag. Step out and join the fun! Learn more and register here: www.namiwalks.org/sanmateo

Portola Valley Town Council adopted a proclamation honoring September as Suicide Prevention Month during the September 10 Town Council meeting. To learn more about programs, educational opportunities, please visit https://www.smchealth.org/community-education