Life in Palo Alto

Nonprofit providing mental health services, learning support, and education programs for children and families. Located at 650 Clark Way, Palo Alto, CA 94304. Offers therapy, ADHD/LD assessments, school-based services, and Sand Hill School for students with learning differences.

Large community center at 4000 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94306. Hosts classes, camps, sports leagues, and community events. Facility features auditorium, classrooms, gymnasium, and outdoor spaces available for rental.

Nonprofit environmental organization leading habitat restoration, nature education, and volunteer programs across Santa Clara County. Runs Fire Ecology Walks at Foothills Nature Preserve and other community science programs in Palo Alto.

Palo Alto's largest branch library at 3700 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94306. Features extensive collections, study rooms, teen center, children's area, community meeting rooms, and public computers. Part of the Palo Alto City Library system.

Community center at 3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto, CA 94303. Offers fitness center, aquatics, youth programs, cultural events, early childhood education, summer camps, and senior programs. Open to all community members.

Animal control and shelter services for Palo Alto. Handles lost and found pets, animal adoptions, licensing, and wildlife concerns. Located at 3281 E Bayshore Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94303.

City-run art center at 1313 Newell Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94303. Features rotating exhibitions, art classes for all ages, summer camps, and free Friday night events. Hours: Tue-Sat 10AM-5PM, Thu until 9PM. Free admission.

Business advocacy organization serving Palo Alto at 355 Alma St, Palo Alto, CA 94301. Offers networking events, business resources, member directory, and community programs including Leadership Palo Alto and Tall Tree Awards.

City of Palo Alto main information line. Located at 250 Hamilton Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301. Hours: Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM. Provides city services including permits, utility billing, community development, and public records.

Community organization and event venue at 4249 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306. Hosts community events, charity fundraisers, and rental events. Home of the Silicon Valley Whiskey Festival and other community gatherings.

Certified farmers market every Saturday 8AM-12PM at Gilman St & Palo Alto Ave. Year-round, rain or shine. Fresh California produce, artisan foods, flowers, and live music. SNAP/EBT accepted with Market Match doubling benefits.

Palo Alto Fire Department serving the community with fire suppression, emergency medical services, and fire prevention. Station locations throughout Palo Alto. Emergency: 911. Non-emergency: (650) 329-2184.

Museum dedicated to Palo Alto history and culture located at 100 Hamilton Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301. Features exhibits on local innovation, technology history, and community stories. Open Thu-Sun.

Palo Alto Police Department at 250 Hamilton Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301. Emergency: 911. Non-emergency dispatch: (650) 329-2413. Provides community policing, crime prevention programs, and public safety services.

Manages city infrastructure including streets, sidewalks, storm drains, traffic signals, and streetlights. Report potholes, damaged sidewalks, streetlight outages, and water main breaks. Located at 250 Hamilton Ave, Palo Alto.

Nonprofit bicycle repair shop and education center at 2990 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94306. Offers free bike repair workshops, earn-a-bike program, low-cost refurbished bicycles, and volunteer opportunities. Open to all.