The area surrounding Menalto Corners in the Willows neighborhood of Menlo Park was turned into a street fair last night, part of local National Night Out festivities.
Activities included street dancing provided by students at Nona Ybarra's Captivating Dance, a dunking tank that proved popular with 10-year-old boys, and hula hoops provided for the taker. We spotted one preschooler who not only had the moves down but had already captured the necessary air of nonchalance.
National Night Out is an annual event designed to strengthen communities by encouraging neighborhoods to engage in stronger relationships with each other and with their local law enforcement partners. The goal is to heighten crime-prevention awareness as well as build support and participation in local anti-crime programs. In addition to Studio Cake and Captivating Dance, other participating Menalto Corners business included Cafe Zoe, Menalto Cleaners, and the Day Spa.
NNO events in Menlo Park were also held in Sharon Heights; Hamilton Avenue/Belle Haven School/Mt. Olive Church, all located in Belle Haven; and at Little House, the senior center on Middle Avenue.