/r/mountainview
A sub about the town Mountain View, CA; birthplace of Silicon Valley and a lively, friendly, diverse community.
A subreddit for the town of Mountain View, California. This sub is for people who work or live in Mountain View who want to share information, ask questions, ask for help, or discuss events going on in Mountain View. It's also for people just passing through or visiting our town wanting to meet the MV community.
Please be civil.
Spam will be removed. Posts that are not about or in some way related to Mountain View, CA or its neighboring communities will be removed.
Please no reposts (or you could at least be creative and change the title or something)
Community
The city's calendar of events contains a pretty good list of all of the city events coming up.
Mountain View Online is the official website of the city's newspaper, the Mountain View Voice. It's excellent both online and in print! It's the best outlet for community news and goings-on in Mountain View.
Mountain View's administrative website is also a good resource
Stuff to do in Mountain View
A popular hangout for students, techies, and families alike, our downtown has a huge selection of all sorts of restaurants, shops, and stores. Boba joints, book stores, cafes, restaurants, sweet shops, tech stores, boutiques, salons, night clubs, trinket shops, and quite a bit more line the main downtown strip. Pioneer park, directly adjacent to downtown, is the true 'epicenter' of the city and a lovely place to hang out.
The Computer History Museum is a museum entirely devoted to the rich and intricate history of computers and computation. Its presence in Mountain View fits in with our status as a worldwide hub for computers and technological advancement. Its flagship exhibit, 'Revolution,' allows visitors to interact with the first 10,000 years of computational devices--from the abacus and the difference engine to the Nintendo Entertainment System, Commodore 64, and beyond.
Hacker Dojo Is Mountain View's maker/hacker space. Membership fees range from $75 to $150 a month and cover a broad range of fabrication equipment (3D printers, laser cutters, test benches, electrical equipment, etc.), project groups, classes, socials and more.
Shoreline Lake and Park is a park and open space area on the shore of San Francisco Bay. With access to the SF Bay Trail and the Stevens and Permanente Creek trails, Shoreline is a wonderful place to go biking or running. Shoreline lake also has kayaking, paddle-boating, and sailing, along with two restaurants.
Shoreline Amphitheatre draws in famous artists and performers from around the world.
You should check out our library as well.
The Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts features performances from local and regional artists and musicians.
Stuff to do nearby Mountain View
The Rancho San Antonio County Park and Open Space Preserve in neighboring Los Altos Hills features over 24 miles of trails through the beautiful foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains.
I have heard great things about the Cantor Arts Center in nearby Stanford, CA, though I personally have never been lol
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Homophobic slur written on our fence in Mountain View
My wife and I( both female) were away for a few days and came home to this last night.
We moved to Mountain view in December and have generally felt safe in the area but a target like this is very unsettling. We aren't very affectionate outside the walls of our house. Maybe someone caught a glimpse of us dancing in the kitchen or holding hands walking to the car.
We leave chalk on our sidewalk because the neighborhood kids love to draw pictures. We don't feel safe doing that anymore. We are assuming this was some teenager. We have footage from inside the gate at around 3. :50pm Friday evening where you can hear boys kicking and banging the fence and laughing. We hope that people are having open conversations about homophobia at home and how this can effect people. Wondering if any other queer people have experienced anything like this in the area?
01:15 UTC
Barbri Booke
By chance does anyone in the area have the most recent barbri books for CA State Bar
01:56 UTC
First Thursday are back at the San Antonio village
Going on right now till 8:00 PM
01:10 UTC
Moving to mountain view in a few months
Fortunate enough to have landed a new tech job in mountain view with a high salary!
Im a single 26M coming from Florida. I heard Mountain view is really boring and that I should be living in SF but its so far away.
What are the suggestions for places to live around mountain view that are less boring? I plan on doing some dating but im not really big on parties. I have side projects for my side projects that I spend most nights grinding on.
Should I live somewhere somewhat closer to SF?
19:07 UTC
Looking for tennis mates at Rengstroff Park
Hey, I'm here for a month or two, and looking for folks to play tennis with. I'm a newbie hence will disappoint any pro, but just here to get a taste of tennis in MTV! Preferably Rengstroff Park if there's anyone around!
18:33 UTC
2 bedroom apartment
Hello! Moving here in mid June from out of state with my partner and was wondering if anybody had any idea of decent 2 bedroom apartments! I’ve heard a lot of people say that places open up more when it gets to 30 days out from move-in date. We’re trying to spend like than $4000, and just wondering if anybody has somewhere they have liked!
16:20 UTC
What is the deal with eaves Mountain View at Middlefield?
I am trying to find an apartment at Mountain View and keep seeing the eaves Mountain View at Middlefield
property online with relatively cheaper housing (2600 1BR, 2300 studio), overwhelming number of positive reviews on yelp and google, but many of their apartments have been open to rent for weeks as I have been apartment hunting online.
It all does not make sense and I am thinking this is a red flag (maybe Im paranoid after weeks after online searching on yelp, zillow, craiglist, etc) but does anyone have insight into this apartment complex
14:53 UTC
Travelling to moffett field for work and wondering if it is easier to go to San Jose airport or San Francisco
Hello I am going to Moffett Field (between mountain view and sunnyvale) for work and i have to book my tickets but i am not sure if i should take a flight for San Jose or San Francisco. From which city is it easier to get to moffett field ? Do you know any good hotels in the area ? Should i rent a car or is there transportation available ?
Thank you 🙏
12:38 UTC
Where can I find a cheap Twin XL size mattress?
Just moved to a apartment and really only here for 6 months - 2 years. Nothing used
21:20 UTC
Looking for dentist recommendation
Hello there! I've just relocated to Mountain View and I'm in need of a dentist. Do you have any recommendations for a good dentist in the area? ( Also, if there are any places to avoid) A plus if they accept Delta Dental insurance and if they work on Saturdays. Thanks!
04:48 UTC
Compensated EV Car Research in Mountain View
Hi all,
Longtime redditor (though not from this account) and I'm reaching out with a research opportunity.
I'm a Design Researcher and I'm working for a client right now that specializes in vehicle maintenance service and we're looking to interview and perform free services on electric vehicles in Mountain View, CA (so we can learn from the experience) as part of a qualitative research effort.
There's no money involved, just free service in exchange for a survey and conversation about EV ownership- If this is of interest to you or anyone you know, fill out the survey and see if you qualify. If you do, you can get a free alignment, tire rotation, brake fluid exchange, wipers and more...
You must be in the San Francisco Bay Area (with your car during Jun 10-21, 24 in order to participate) and willing to talk to me about your electric car!
Thanks for reading- Reddit has been so good to me in the past and I wouldn't share if it wasn't a legitimately good opportunity for some mutual benefit!
Thanks!
06:54 UTC
Question about apartment offering utilities included
I recently came across some apartment listings in Mountain View area that offers utilities included in the base rent. I have been renting places for almost 5 years across the country but never came across anything like utilities (water,sewer, gas, trash) included. Somehow this part makes it easy to budget. Anyone have an insight on this? I am missing something?
16:05 UTC
New Amici’s East Coast Pizzeria Location
AMICI'S EAST COAST PIZZERIA which currently has a location at 790 Castro St is opening a second location in Mountain View at 450 San Antonio Road
02:24 UTC
This Sunday, April 28th, south bay makers - A community of makers & artists will be making its way @ Ludwig's Beirgarten in downtown Mountain View! Location 📍: Ludwig’s Beirgarten 383 Castro St., Mountain View CA When 📅 : Sunday April 28th Time ⏰ : 1130am-430pm. Shop Local & Support Small Business
23:26 UTC
Any month to month or 6 month leases you guys know of?
Good Afternoon everyone I just recently moved here yesterday for a job in Palo Alto. I am looking for a place since it's pretty impossible to find a airbnb for a potential 6month - 1year long stay. It is only me so i'm not looking for anything huge or crazy expensive. The reason I prefer to stick to these preferences is because while I am working hear it is more of a "step up for the career I truly want". It's completely understandable in this trade given its usually where people come from before getting an apprenticeship in the other trade. For my time spent here I will be based out of palo alto. Maybe a couple short term trips else where under certain circumstances I will be based out of this area. While I work here I will also be applying to whatever and any position I could for the apprentice career position I truly want. That could take anywhere between 4 months-3 years to land that opportunity so the moment I do get that opportunity then I will not be able to put it on hold. Any recommendations on where to look to rent? Could be in mountain view or anywhere close by that won't go past a 25-30 minute commute to palo alto one way
05:14 UTC
propane fill, rather than tank swap
anyone know where I can get a 5lb tank filled, rather than the usual 20lb tank swap?
01:14 UTC
Apartment + Roommate Recommendations
Hi everyone, I’m a new college grad (girl) moving to the Bay Area for work in July and am searching for roommates from July onward, as well as apartment recommendations. I’m hoping to get a 2B2B or a 3B3B and my budget is $1600 at maximum (preferably lesser). I would like to be in a more active part of town (not purely residential) and was wondering if anyone had any insight into what I could look into. Thanks!
16:50 UTC
Next Mountain View City Council Meeting, 4/23 @5pm
The City of Mountain View will have its next council meeting tomorrow (April 23, 2024). It begins at 5:00pm with a couple of closed session items. This meeting is in person at City Hall (500 Castro St, Mountain View, CA 94041), but you can also join the meeting online on zoom or by dialing (669) 900-9128 and entering Webinar ID: 843 5126 7142. Regular session begins at 6:30pm with two presentations and the consent calendar.
Consent calendar items do not anticipate much discussion and can be passed with a single motion. The agenda items on the consent calendar are:
4.1: Emergency Shelter Ordinance Amendment (Second Reading)
4.2: Payment to Mountain View Whisman School District for Vargas Elementary School Field
4.3: East Whisman Area Transit Oriented Development Improvements (Phase II: Ellis Street Improvements), Project 16-48-Professional Services Agreement
4.4: Recommendation to Approve Engagement of the City’s External Audit Firm
4.5: Moffett Boulevard Precise Plan - Professional Services Agreement and Midyear CIP Project
4.6: Street Lane Line and Legend Repainting, Project 21-12, and NB Shoreline/101 Off-Ramp Realignment, Computer History Museum Driveway Phase, Project 20-37-Construction Acceptance
4.7: 2000 North Shoreline Boulevard-Public Improvements
4.8: Housing Element, CIP 21-58-Funding Appropriation
4.9: Public Works Department Fleet Operating Index-Appropriation
4.10: Household Hazardous Waste-Collection Program and AB 939 Implementation Fee Agreements, Fiscal Years 2025-27
Item 5 is open public comment where people can speak on any topic not on the agenda. It is usually limited to less than 3 minutes per person.
After that item, we have a couple of items that anticipates more discussion.
6.1: Fiscal Year 2024-25 Federal Annual Action Plan
This public hearing aims to gather input and allocate funds for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) programs like Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Home Investment Partnership Program (HOME). This requires a five year consolidated plan and an annual action plan which implements the consolidated plan. This year’s plan allocates $2,172,500 of federal funding and $278,724 of general funding for public services and capital projects, including affordable housing. A change from previous years, staff is also recommending to increase the allocation of funding for Rebuilding Together Peninsula to $180k for home repairs due to the popularity of the program.
7.1: Economic Vitality Strategy
The council will be adopting an economic vitality strategy to help with the city’s local businesses and plan for a diverse and resilient future of economic growth. There are five goals in the strategy:
- Goal 1. Establish centers throughout Mountain View as commercial hubs and community gathering places
- Goal 2. Reinvigorate Downtown Mountain View as a premiere destination for pedestrian-scale shopping, dining, and social engagement
- Goal 3. Grow Mountain View’s proven, advanced industries through support for established employers, business attraction, innovation, and entrepreneurship
- Goal 4. Help small, local, and independently owned businesses flourish in Mountain View.
- Goal 5. Update Mountain View’s development policies to provide clarity and certainty for new uses that align with the Economic Vitality Strategy Vision and Goals
To achieve these goals, the strategy includes 164 actions items and a list of measures of success. Each action item is categorized by goal and includes cost and timeframe.
If you have any questions or comments about the upcoming meeting, please email me at emily.ramos@mountainview.gov. You can also email the entire council at city.council@mountainview.gov.
04:59 UTC
Does anyone know what's going on with all the Xfinity outages around Del Medio?
Xfinity sent emails weeks back saying they were improving speeds in my area for free. A few days back they had an outage all day to install new cables on the electricity poles in the neighborhood. Then almost every day since the internet has gone out for hours. I just want to know if anyone else has been dealing with this, and if they've hopped on the phone with Xfinity and heard anything about the repetitive outages? Like when they'll end hopefully. Cause I've had multiple times where I'm in important zoom calls or doing work, and then my internet just goes out and I have to scramble.
22:10 UTC
Moving to Mountain View
Hi everyone! I recently got a job in Mountain View, so I'm going to be moving to the area in the next week or so. I'm originally from SoCal and have only visited the Bay Area. I was looking at apartments in Mountain View and Sunnyvale (Avalon, Cherry Orchard, The Tillery).
It seems like everyone lives in a townhome or 2b2b with roommates. I was thinking of just moving into a 1b1b myself and paying the full rent (~$3200). Is that recommended or should I really try to find some roommates within the next few days?
It's my first time really moving, so any advice you all have would be great.
05:10 UTC
Suggestions for 1BR apartments?
Hi all, I'm looking for a 1B1B apartment in Mountain View or somewhere close (Sunnyvale etc), my rent budget is around 2.2k a month. Any good leads? Looking to move in asap
23:34 UTC
Free Videogame Party Sunday in Sunnyvale Downtown
15:20 UTC
Open invite to focus group for recent moms/moms-to-be tomorrow
Hi all,
Not sure if this is the right place to post (feel free to delete) but we have been struggling to reach our target audience - I am part of a group at Stanford University designing a product to help expecting mothers deal with stress during pregnancy, labor, & post-birth.
If you live in Silicon Valley and are pregnant, have been pregnant in the past few years, or know someone who fits either criteria, please come participate in our (very informal!!) focus group (or tell the person you know about it), we would absolutely love if you could come participate this Sunday, 3pm, @ the Stanford d.school.
To celebrate & say thank you, we will be taking professional-quality photos in the spring sunshine afterwards, in case you need a new LinkedIn profile picture, or a sweet snapshot with your baby. This is also a chance to get to know other recent moms/moms-to-be in the area, chat about shared experiences, and offer each other advice! Snacks & drinks will also be provided :)
If you're interested but can't make it, please still fill the RSVP form below so we can arrange something at another time, as any insight is valuable to us. My team recognizes the immense toll that pregnancy & nurturing a baby takes on the mind & body, and we are very passionate about creating a product that actually makes life a little easier for moms everywhere. We hope you can help us out with our study as we can't do it without the feedback of the moms themselves!
Interest form: https://forms.gle/xS3ZZkM1Amkqi8ue6
Thank you :)
02:08 UTC
Any men between 18 and 60 years old want to play some softball in a Men’s Adult Sunnyvale League?
20:36 UTC
Fireworks?
Thought I was hearing some booming noises, but they went on for a long time!
Ended just before 10 PM.
Was there a local fireworks show or something?
05:00 UTC
Sunday, April 28th, south bay makers - a community of makers & artists will be at Ludwig's Beirgarten in Dt. Mountain View! Shop Local & Support Small Businesses!
22:10 UTC
Nail Salon Recommendations
hi neighbors! does anyone have a nail salon they recommend? just looking for a spot with fair prices and does mani/pedis. not looking for anything special, just regular polish
18:04 UTC
Puppy training
Can anyone recommend some affordable dog trainers? We just got a puppy and he’s a mix between and angel and demon lol. Looking for some help.
17:32 UTC
New to the area, looking to meet people
Hi Everyone, I(22m) just graduated from college in December and moved to Mountain View(live near Castro Street) for a job. I’m originally from the east coast and have no friends here. I know there isn’t too much of a young crowd here but just wanted to know what to do/where to meet people to hangout. Any advice would really help!
02:44 UTC