r/paloalto

Housing

Moving (or eat least trying to move) back to Palo Alto after 2 years and I’m surprised by how few rentals there are on Zillow. Is this just a summer thing or has it been like this for a while?
Also, why are so many places not pet-friendly now? I have a dog and don’t remember it being this difficult before

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u/ConstantWitty3132 — 1 day ago
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San Jose Sharks player used sticks

Hi I’m cleaning out my room so I’m letting these go. I have San Jose Sharks players used sticks that I obtained in person at Sharks Ice of the following players:

- Thomas Bordeleau (signed; Picture 1)

- Oskar Lindblom (signed; Picture 2)

- James Reimer (signed; Picture 3)

- Jacob Macdonald (unsigned)

u/loerikalexa — 1 day ago

Third spaces in PA/South Bay?

I've been living in Palo Alto for a year now, 23F and looking for third spaces where I can make friends- please let me know of any suggestions!

I'm into running, lifting, biking (new), crocheting/embroidering, reading, hiking and always open to trying new things :)

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u/Extreme_Baker_4679 — 2 days ago
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Anyone in the Peninsula / South Bay interested in a small pop harmony singing group?

I’ve been looking for something like Pentatonix-style group singing (modern pop songs, layered harmonies, vocal arrangements), but most local options seem to be either traditional choir or performance-heavy a cappella.

I’m hoping to find a few people (maybe 4–8?) who enjoy singing and would be interested in casually meeting to harmonize on pop / indie / R&B songs.

What I’m imagining:
Small group (not a huge choir)
Strong focus on harmonies / blend
Pop songs and modern arrangements
No choreography required 😅
Low-pressure, but people who care about sounding good
Maybe occasional performances if there’s interest
Skill level: ideally people who can generally hold pitch / harmony, but you definitely don’t need to be a professional singer.

Personally, I love artists like Billie Eilish, Harry Styles, Sabrina Carpenter, Chappell Roan, SZA, Bruno Mars, etc., but open to all kinds of songs.

I’m in my mid-20s and would especially love meeting other young professionals / grad students. Also, in the Palo Alto / Stanford area, but open to anywhere in the Peninsula / South Bay. I’m also hoping this becomes a fun recurring social thing, not just rehearsals.

Comment or DM if this sounds fun!

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u/blopbloppo — 2 days ago

Eichler house roof replacement to TPO.

Looking for roof replacement options for Eichler house, current roof is tar and gravel. Looking at TPO as an option cost apart, any downside of using this for Eichler house? I heard it could cause condensation issues? Also any roofing contractors which you are able to share?

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u/Specific_Ad_7577 — 3 days ago

Does anyone know what happened at Middlefield/San Antonio?

Rushed cops paramedics and firefighters to the intersection ~10 minutes ago; saw a car on the sidewalk but no additional vehicles or signs of a crash, a body on the ground got surrounded by paramedics.

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u/sdrawkcabsihtdaeru — 4 days ago
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Colombian restaurant watch party recs

Hi! I’m visiting from Houston this week & I’m wondering if anyone has any recommendations for the game tomorrow? I’m Colombian & I usually go to my favorite Colombian restaurant to watch them play so that i can eat una bandeja paisa surrounded by other Colombianos lol. Any advice about where to go and when to get there would be helpful :D thank youuu 🇨🇴🇨🇴🇨🇴

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u/symathybran — 4 days ago
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Watercourse Way - Palo Alto

Hi everyone,

I’d love to go to Watercourse Way in Palo Alto, and enjoy some relaxing time. Going there by myself feels so lonely, so I’d love to go with someone who is open minded. We can have an open conversation and escape from the stressful world we live in. Planning to go today at around noon. If you are interested please dm me and we can meet there! Thank you 😊 I’m 35M

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u/reddit_anonymous24 — 4 days ago

Fire in the mountains

I was leaving the veteran hospital and seen a huge fire in the mountains! Anybody kniw what happened?

u/305eastcoastboy — 4 days ago
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Fighter Jet flyover in Los Altos?

My partner just texted me that she heard a couple jets do a flyover in Los Altos. Anyone know what that’s about? Is the VP back for another fundraiser or something?

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u/workthecycle — 4 days ago
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Recruiting Women With Heavy Menstrual Bleeding for a Stanford Research Study (Compensation Available)

Researchers at Stanford University are conducting a study to better understand heavy menstrual bleeding by examining blood flow in the uterine artery using non-invasive ultrasound. (IRB approved)

The goal of this research is to improve our understanding of the amount of menstrual blood loss in different people.

Study procedures include:

  • Tracking menstrual blood loss during one menstrual cycle
  • Three non-invasive abdominal ultrasound examinations
  • Completion of menstrual health questionnaires
  • A small blood sample collected as part of the research

Compensation:
Participants who complete the study may receive compensation of up to $500.

You may be eligible if you:

  • Are 18–55 years old
  • Experience heavy menstrual bleeding, such as:
    • Needing to change pads or tampons every 1–2 hours
    • Waking at night to change menstrual products
    • Periods lasting longer than 7 days
    • Passing large blood clots
    • Have been diagnosed with or suspect heavy menstrual bleeding

The study involves three in-person visits to Stanford University during one menstrual cycle.

If you are interested in learning more or would like to determine whether you may be eligible, please complete our screening form: https://forms.gle/F3uLutdtnXrY7ak69

https://preview.redd.it/ei7wvm8wfjah1.png?width=1086&format=png&auto=webp&s=9107172b62c817938797ea87b0a028def2e8c790

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u/PersonWomanManCamTV — 3 days ago

Short term accommodation near Stanford?

I got a travel nurse job at Stanford and I am going to start very soon.

I am having a hard time due to difficulty finding housing near Stanford hospital and not having a car.

But I would like to ask around here for possible places.

I am looking for a short term accommodation that is not far from Stanford. I am going to be in Stanford for 6 months. I am in my 30s and i am male. i am going to palo alto from a different state.

Any advice or suggestions for me?

Thank you in advance

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u/ComfortableMany7488 — 5 days ago
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My car was hit and run on Churchill Ave

Did anyone happen to witness anything? It happened in Palo Alto last evening or overnight last night

u/clemtig992 — 9 days ago

For parents with students in PAUSD schools--a petition to follow in LA's footsteps and reduce screen time

My oldest started kindergarten last fall, and I was unnerved to find that he was already doing iReady testing. His teacher confirmed that she personally found the tests inaccurate, time-consuming and frustrating, but was forced to administer them. My friend mentioned that her second grader spent more class time on his Chromebook than with a textbook, and in addition was up to 1.5 hours of iReady homework per week.

This was alarming enough to me that I started to dig into iReady reviews, and what I found did not make me enthused about the prospect of my kids spending ANY amount of time on this "tool". When I read about LAUSD's success with petitioning their board, I decided to give it a shot.

If you have concerns about iReady, screen time in schools, AI usage, Chromebook usage, etc, please consider signing my petition below. I would like to bring it before the Board when I have 50+ signatures. I would love it if you would also forward the link to other concerned parents--surely I can't be the only one who doesn't look forward to seeing my son spending precious class time buried in his Chromebook? Even assuming he's able to stay on task (questionable), all the research suggests it's not ideal for his cognitive development.

https://www.fournorms.com/campaigns/petition-for-intentional-technology-use-in-pausd-schools

Thank you for your support, and please let me know if you have any ideas regarding how to build momentum for this! I am very new to any kind of advocacy and honestly only started this because it felt like no one else was doing anything, even though many of us were worried.

u/Agreeable-Attitude-8 — 8 days ago
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Fort Collins!

My name is Aaron Foster and I'm performing my stand up show "Mostly Jokes" at the Bas Bleu Theatre in town on Saturday, May 16 as I prepare to tape my first special later this summer. I'm also donating 20% of all ticket sales to local non-profit The Matthews House that helps at-risk members of the community.

I know seeing a comedian you've never heard of is a pretty big ask. Totally fair.

That being said, wasn't there a time when you had never heard of whoever your favorite comedian is right now? I'm not saying I'm gonna be that, but if you like the jokes in the clip, you'll probably like the show. There's more clips on my site and social media pages, reviews and press articles on my website, etc. I've even done a few of those morning show things.

"Mostly Jokes" covers some dark topics like mental health, dysfunctional families and mid-life regrets, but I promise it's named that for a reason., it is mostly jokes. I've been working on it for about three years in comedy clubs and theaters around the US and Canada.

The show runs about 90 minutes, no opener, no intermission and, best of all, I promise I don't do crowd work.

More info through my site www.MostlyJokes.com as well as a bunch of reviews from people who have seen it, press, interviews, etc.

$20 online/$25 at the door

Ticket link: https://aaronfoster.myshopify.com/products/fort-collins-co-bas-blue-theater-mostly-jokes

u/acf530 — 11 days ago