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Magical Bridge Playground
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The public is invited to a groundbreaking ceremony for the Magical Bridge Playground at Rengstorff Park, 201 S. Rengstorff Ave. The ceremony will take place on Wednesday, Nov. 29 at 3 p.m. between the Mountain View Community Center parking lot and tennis courts.
Guests will hear from local dignitaries about the history of the project, watch the ceremonial "first dig" and enjoy light refreshments. The City of Mountain View is excited to celebrate this new addition to Rengstorff Park that creates a more inclusive and accessible environment for the whole community.
Please note, the ceremony takes place on a construction site. Closed toe, comfortable shoes are advised. Guests can park in the Mountain View Community Center parking lot.
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Most City Offices Closed in
Observance of Thanksgiving |
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Most City of Mountain View offices, including City Hall, will be closed in observance of Thanksgiving on Thursday, Nov. 23 and Friday, Nov. 24.
The Emergency Communications Center and other essential public safety services will remain open. Call 9-1-1 in case of emergency.
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Minimum Wage in Mountain View
will be $18.75 for 2024 |
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Beginning on Jan. 1, 2024, the citywide minimum wage will increase to $18.75 for all businesses located or operating in Mountain View. This increase is based on the regional Consumer Price Index (CPI), which tracks changes in the price of the everyday goods and services we use the most.
Mountain View businesses are required to post the new wage rate in a location visible to all employees.
For more information, and to download the required files, visit MountainView.gov/MinWage.
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Become a Master Composter! |
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Are you interested in community engagement, volunteering and teaching composting basics through group presentations? The UC Cooperative Extension Composting Education Program is offering a free Master Composter training course this spring taught by university academics, extension educators and industry leaders. Upon completing the course, you will provide annual outreach and education such as leading home composting workshops, tabling at community events and maintaining a composting demonstration site.
Important Dates and Deadlines
- Complete and submit the online application by 5 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 30. Available to Santa Clara County residents only.
- Applicants will be notified of their acceptance by late December 2023.
- The courses will run from March 16 to June 22, 2024. The program includes lectures, field trips and hands-on workshops.
- The classes will be Thursday evenings weekly on Zoom. Some in-person events like workshops and field trips will be held on Saturdays. All online and in-person classes are required.
For more information or a run-down of the course, you can watch the information session recording or visit UCanr.edu/Compost.
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Holiday Bazaar Craft Fair
this Saturday, Nov. 18 |
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The Holiday Bazaar returns this Saturday, Nov. 18 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Mountain View Senior Center, 266 Escuela Ave.
This event is a handmade craft fair showcasing over 40 vendors selling a variety of items from jewelry, knitting, ceramics, wood carvings and more. Doors open at 10 a.m. for a day full of shopping, local entertainment, kids crafts and free raffle. All ages are welcome!
For more information, contact the Senior Center at 650-903-6330 or visit MountainView.gov/HolidayBazaar.
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Holiday Events are in Season |
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The following holiday events are coming to Mountain View:
Community Tree Lighting
The Community Tree Lighting Celebration will be held on Monday, Dec. 4 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. in Civic Center Plaza at 500 Castro St.
Santa will arrive at 5:45 p.m. to assist the Mayor and Councilmembers with flipping the switch to light the tree. Following the tree lighting, Santa will greet and take pictures with families on the Plaza Pavilion. Event festivities include arts and crafts, games, a train ride, Mrs. Claus and Friends’ holiday music and stories, entertainment by local groups, and refreshments.
Please follow all posted signs and plan for traffic detours in advance. Walking, biking and public transit are highly encouraged.
Holiday Shows Take the Stage
For those looking for a bit of entertainment this holiday season, head on over to the Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts.
December kicks off with The Nutcracker presented by Western Ballet with shows from Friday, Dec. 1 - Sunday, Dec. 3. Join Clara, Fritz and all their friends as they celebrate the festive season with the magic of Drosselmeyer, toys that come to life and Clara's enchanting visit to the Kingdom of Sweets.
The Christmas Ballet, presented by Smuin Contemporary Ballet, takes the stage from Thursday, Dec. 7 - Sunday, Dec. 10. Smuin’s annual holiday extravaganza is a little ballet, a little Broadway and a whole lot of Smuin. As always, look for new numbers alongside iconic mainstays like Santa Baby.
The holidays wouldn't be the same with without a performance of A Christmas Carol, which is presented by the Peninsula Youth Theatre. This holiday classic, adapted especially for PYT’s “Stories on Stage” program, is a great introduction to Dickens' beloved tale of redemption. Shows run from Friday, Dec. 8 - Saturday, Dec. 9.
For tickets, visit MVCPA.com.
Letters to Santa
This holiday season, all Mountain View children can write their wish lists and letters and send them to Santa! In return, Santa will mail a letter back.
Letters will be accepted up to Friday, Dec. 8. Santa can receive letters in Santa’s mailbox located in the lobby at the Mountain View Community Center or by mailing the letter to: City of Mountain View Recreation Division, c/o Santa Claus, P.O. box 7540, Mountain View, CA 94039.
Santa’s Workshop
Santa’s elves are hard at work in the North Pole making toys and wrapping presents for all the children this holiday season. Join the elves at Santa’s Workshop on Saturday, Dec. 16 from 9 a.m. – noon for a jolly time building and creating some incredible holiday themed crafts!
Children will have the opportunity to design ornaments, customize their own stockings, make a snowy wonderland globe and so much more! This holiday program is open to all children ages 6 to 11 years old. $47 for residents/$58 for non-residents.
Register online at MountainView.gov/Register.
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Shoreline at Mountain View
Trails Rules and Open Hours |
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The weather may be getting darker earlier, and the days a little more wet, but Shoreline at Mountain View is still here for the community.
As we all adjust to the changes in weather and daylight savings, please review the rules around use of trails and parks pathways. The speed limit on our trail system is 15 mph but we recommend going slower when it may be wet. Also, please look for signs in case of trail closures due to weather-related events. The City will make every attempt to post trail closures on social media channels and the Trails webpage when they occur throughout the winter season. Staff will also post detour signs when there is a closure along the trail.
As a reminder, the City’s trail system still closes one half hour after sunset just like our parks due to how dark it can get on the trail. Please be careful and plan your rides accordingly, especially if you have a longer ride from the Shoreline Community to a southern section of the city or vice versa.
For more information, visit the Shoreline at Mountain View webpage.
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Community Safety and Bystander Intervention Training
Thursday, Nov. 16—Join us for an interactive Bystander Intervention Training to learn how to safely intervene when you witness a hate crime or incident of bias. This program will also discuss school bullying with the goal of empowering students and parents with the tools needed to advocate for themselves in school. Space is still available for this program.
Cartoonists in Conversation: Hilary Fitzgerald Campbell and Julia Wertz
Wednesday, Nov. 29—Come to an exclusive conversation with cartoonists Hilary Fitzgerald Campbell and Julia Wertz as they discuss how they humorously blend cartoons with reality in each of their recent graphic memoirs, Murder Book and Impossible People. Campbell and Wertz are professional cartoonists for The New Yorker.
Let's Talk World Building with YA Fantasy Author Victoria Aveyard
Tuesday, Dec. 5—Chat with Victoria Aveyard, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Red Queen and Realm Breaker series and take part in a lively discussion about young adult fantasy fiction, world-building and her incredible body of work.
Bel Canto Flutes Concert
Thursday, Dec. 7—Enjoy a holiday performance by all-flute ensemble Bel Canto Flutes as they share music that spans the ages across several cultures.
For more information on these and upcoming Library events, visit the Library’s Events Calendar.
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What's OnStage @
Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts
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Pacific Ballet Academy presents 32nd Annual Nutcracker Ballet on Sunday, Nov. 26
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November 11-19 | MainStage | Peninsula Youth Theatre (PYT) presents Elf the Musical. Based on the cherished 2003 film, Elf follows the story of Buddy, a human orphan raised among elves, as he embarks on a journey to NYC to discover himself and find his family. Faced with some harsh realities, Buddy is determined to help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas. | Tickets
November 24-26 | MainStage | Pacific Ballet Academy presents its 32nd Annual Nutcracker. This exciting production has been widely praised for its excellent choreography and dancers. Pacific Ballet's dancers will greet you as you enter the theater. See the holiday brought to life as young Clara journeys to the land of Sweets with her Nutcracker Prince. | Tickets
November 26 | MainStage | Pacific Ballet Academy presents 32nd Annual Nutcracker Ballet – An Autism/Sensory Friendly Performance. This sensory-friendly performance offers guests and families living with autism or other special needs an opportunity to enjoy “The Nutcracker” in a safe and accepting environment. An inclusive space is created with special considerations such as scaled-down production elements (lights, sound, etc.), wheelchair accommodations, and a quiet zone outside the performance space. | Tickets
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Upcoming Events
For a complete list and information about upcoming public meetings,
visit MountainView.gov/CityEvents.
Nov. 18 | Holiday Bazaar Craft Fair | 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Mountain View Senior Center, 266 Escuela Ave.
Nov. 23 – 24 | Most City Offices Closed in Observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday | All Day
Nov. 29 | Magical Bridge Playground Groundbreaking Ceremony | 3 p.m. | Rengstorff Park, 201 S. Rengstorff Ave.
Dec. 4 | Community Tree Lighting Celebration | 5:30 – 8 p.m. | Civic Center Plaza, 500 Castro St.
Dec. 25 – Jan. 1 | Most City Offices Closed in Observance of the Holidays | All Day
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AskMV at Your Service
Available 24/7, Ask Mountain View is an easy way to send your questions, concerns and compliments directly to City staff who can help you. Download the app or submit a request online at MountainView.gov/AskMV.
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