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Rengstorff Park Aquatics Center Grand Opening this Saturday |
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Come and make a splash at the Grand Opening Celebration for the Rengstorff Park Aquatics Center! The open house style event will include brief remarks, ribbon cutting, unveiling of public art and plaques, and a ceremonial first swim.
Saturday, March 29
10 a.m.
2073 Crisanto Ave.
After a successful soft opening on March 3, lap swim and drop-in water exercise were the first programs to enjoy the new facility. Spring swim lessons will begin at the site in April.
To stay up to date on programs, please visit MountainView.gov/Aquatics.
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Flock Safety Camera Update |
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With approval from the City Council in May 2024, the installation of fixed Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) cameras on streetlight and signal poles is underway throughout Mountain View.
A total of 30 cameras, provided by Flock Safety, will be installed including two located in Palo Alto serving Mountain View’s border. The first 12 of these ALPR cameras are now operational.
For more information regarding the use of the ALPR cameras, visit the Mountain View Police Department’s Transparency Portal.
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Library Launches New Teen Programs |
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The Mountain View Public Library will launch three initiatives aimed at teens this spring. These new programs, along with the Library’s regular teen programming, seek to provide young people with meaningful ways to contribute to their community, develop new skills and share their perspectives.
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Teen Summer Volunteer Program. Participants will help with a children’s STEAM program that runs weekly through the summer.
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Amplify: Teen Voices. Librarians will work with teens individually to develop their interests or passions into a public library program or presentation, allowing them to experience the program planning process with support to bring their ideas to an audience.
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Library Vibe Check. The Library will invite a group of teens to share feedback through creative activities to learn more about what teens want from the Library, what keeps them engaged, and how the Library can help.
These new programs are part of the Library’s ongoing effort to be a dynamic community resource for young adults as they explore their interests and build connections.
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VTA Offers Uber Transit Vouchers During Strike |
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Transit riders can get help paying for Uber rides temporarily, as the Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) strike continues into its third week.
The Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA), in an effort to ease the loss of service for tens of thousands of riders, is offering Uber vouchers of up to $5 for each ride with a maximum of two (2) rides per day. Rides must begin and end at a VTA bus or light rail stop, and must be ordered on Uber’s mobile app.
The ride share company has geo-coded stops on VTA’s transit system to know when a ride is being hailed to and from a transit stop. Riders will pay the first $2.50 of any ride, after which a $5 voucher will take effect, and any additional costs after the $5 voucher will also be paid by the customer.
The vouchers will be available for UberX and Uber Share rides only.
VTA has launched this temporary pilot program in an effort to help VTA passengers navigate trips during the strike period. The parameters of the program may be adapted as it proceeds.
More information on how to use this service can be found on VTA’s website.
In addition, there are two free public shuttle services in Mountain View to help get you around. These services include:
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Mountain View Community Service, which operates from 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. on weekdays and 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. on weekends and holidays in a two-way loop between Downtown, Mountain View Transit Center, Community Center, San Antonio, Middlefield Road, Sylvan, El Camino Hospital and Castro Street; and
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MVgo, which runs on weekdays during peak commute hours between Mountain View Transit Center and employment locations in North Bayshore, East Whisman and San Antonio areas.
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City Observes César Chávez Day March 31 |
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Mountain View City Hall and most City departments and facilities are closed on Monday, March 31 in observance of César Chávez Day.
The holiday commemorates the birth and legacy of civil rights and labor movement activist, César Chávez, who co-founded the National Farm Workers Association in the early 1960s. 2025 is the first year that the City officially began observing the holiday, as well as the upcoming Juneteenth holiday, which will be celebrated on Thursday, June 19.
Although administrative offices will be closed, emergency services will continue.
Call 9-1-1 if you have an emergency.
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Neighborhood Grant Program Application Window Closes March 31 |
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The City of Mountain View is accepting applications for the 2025-2026 Neighborhood Grant Program. The application window is open from March 1 to March 31. The program was established to enhance Mountain View neighborhoods by supporting activities that bring neighbors together and build community.
For information on the Neighborhood Grant Program, and to apply, visit MountainView.gov/NeighborhoodGrants. |
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Spring Brings "Music on Castro" Series to Downtown Mountain View |
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This April, "Music on Castro" returns to Downtown! Every Wednesday, singers and songwriters will perform live music. The community can come out to enjoy the free entertainment while shopping and dining downtown. Performances are currently scheduled on the 200 block of Castro Street.
Wednesday, April 2
Rick Sanders
5 - 6:45 p.m.
Wednesday, April 9
David Landon
5 - 6:45 p.m.
The series will continue through early fall. For the full lineup, visit MountainView.gov/MusicOnCastro.
Performers subject to change. No performances during inclement weather.
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Celebrate Nature at Earth & Arbor Day |
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Join the community in promoting environmental awareness and sustainability with the Earth and Arbor Day Celebration. The free event will be held at the Mountain View Community Center and Rengstorff Park.
Saturday, April 19
10 a.m.
201 S. Rengstorff Ave.
A ceremonial tree planting and City Council proclamation will begin at 10 a.m. followed at 11 a.m. by eco-friendly activities including workshops, live animal programs, information booths, an electric vehicle showcase, plant-based food trucks and much more!
For more information, visit MountainView.gov/EarthDay.
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Earth & Arbor Day Photography Contest |
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Express your creativity by capturing the beauty and biodiversity of Mountain View. The Mountain View Earth and Arbor Day Photo Contest is open to all Mountain View community member amateur photographers, including people who live, go to school and work in Mountain View, and their families.
Earth and Arbor Day Photography Contest
Deadline: April 1, 2024
11:59 p.m.
The top three winners will be decided by a panel of three photography and art teachers, and one Voters’ Choice winner will be decided by public vote on the City's Collaborate Mountain View website. Winners will receive special prizes according to age category and award placement. The awards ceremony will be held at the Earth and Arbor Day Celebration in the Mountain View Community Center on Saturday, April 19.
To participate, submit photos on the contest website.
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Magical Bridge Performance Series Debuts in April |
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Experience a fun-filled afternoon of music and entertainment at the Magical Bridge Playground in Rengstorff Park. This family-friendly series, perfect for kids of all ages, features exciting performances on three special dates. On Friday, April 11, feel the rhythm with the lively Brazilian beats of House of Samba.
Friday, April 11
4 - 5 p.m.
Rengstorff Park, 201 S. Rengstorff Ave.
Adding to the fun, special guests Hey Balloon Lady and Miss Molly Bubbles will bring whimsical entertainment with playful balloon creations and enchanting bubbles.
For more information about this and other upcoming performances, visit MountainView.gov/MagicalBridgeSeries.
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Sail-A-Dingy Day Floats into Shoreline Lake |
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Shoreline Lake, will hold its second Sail-A-Dinghy-Day in early April. Visitors to "Silicon Valley's best kept secret" will get access to free skippered sailboat rides, helmed by Shoreline Lake’s experienced instructors, as well as other Welcome-to-Sailing activities.
Sunday, April 6
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Shoreline Lake, 3160 N. Shoreline Blvd.
The event, hosted in conjunction with the Fremont Sailing Club, is designed to promote sailing as an accessible, fun and family-friendly sport.
For more information, visit ShorelineLake.com.
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What's OnStage @
Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts
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TheaterGames Productions presents The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe in Russian
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Experience the Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts. Some of MVCPA's upcoming events are featured below. For all upcoming performances, visit MVCPA.com.
March 29 - 30 | The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe | TheaterGames Productions
**Performances in Russian** The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe is a beloved fantasy play based on C.S. Lewis's classic 1950 novel. Set in the magical land of Narnia, it follows four siblings who battle evil against the White Witch. Get Tickets
April 2 - 27 | The Heartsellers | TheatreWorks Silicon Valley
It’s 1973, shortly after the Hart-Celler Act abolishes immigration quotas in America and two immigrants, one Filipino, one Korean, meet by chance, strangers in a strange land. Pulitzer Prize finalist Lloyd Suh tells the funny, deeply moving story of two isolated women sharing friendship and dreams as they navigate the backroads of the American Dream. Get Tickets
April 4 - 5 | The Wizard of Oz | Peninsula Youth Theatre
This original adaptation by Caitlyn DeRouin is part of Peninsula Youth Theatre’s Stories on Stage program. The performance features a live talk back after the show where audience members can ask questions of the cast and production staff. Get Tickets
April 12 - 13 | A Doll's House, Part Two | Feiyu Theater
Fifteen years ago, Nora slammed the door behind her—leaving her husband, her children, and the life she had known. Today, Nora has become a completely different person: she is wealthy, free, happy, and carefree. Her former life as a "puppet" of a housewife feels like a distant memory. It’s a lifestyle that women in the 19th century could hardly have imagined. But now, she suddenly returns.**Performance in Mandarin** Get Tickets
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Upcoming Events
For a complete list and information about upcoming public meetings,
visit MountainView.gov/CityEvents.
March 29 | Rengstorff Park Aquatics Center Grand Opening | 10 a.m. | 2073 Crisanto Ave.
March 31 | César Chávez Day Holiday Closure | All Day | Most City Offices
April 2 | Music on Castro: Rick Sanders | 5 - 6:45 p.m. | 200 block of Castro Street
April 9 | Music on Castro: David Landon | 5 - 6:45 p.m. | 200 block of Castro Street
April 11 | Magical Bridge Performance Series: House of Samba | 4 - 5 p.m. | Magical Bridge Playground, Rengstorff Park, 201 S. Rengstorff Ave.
April 19 | Earth & Arbor Day Celebration | 10 a.m. | Mountain View Community Center & Rengstorff Park, 201 S. Rengstorff Ave.
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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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