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Oktoberfest Tech at Night: Techtoberfest-The Tech Interactive invites guests to an Oktoberfest celebration of the science of beer and brews. Enjoy the museum after hours with a full bar, DJs, and pop-up experiences, plus full access to all Tech Interactive exhibits-including an EDM laser show in the IMAX Dome Theater curated by Universal Grammar, featuring Chale Brown, Zuri Alexa, and a guest DJ. Beer tastings will be led by Hapa's Brewing Company, Fox Tale Fermentation Project and Clandestine Brewery.

In 2004, the city adopted a historic preservation ordinance with the intent of preserving historically and culturally significant buildings, as well as maintaining the look and feel of certain neighborhoods. The ordinance stipulates particular procedures that owners must follow when they want to make modifications or improvements to historically designated buildings. It also provides access to incentives, like property tax reductions, to encourage owners to maintain their properties.

Mountain View's homeless population spiked 56% over the past two years with the vast majority of unhoused people residing in vehicles, according to a report released by Santa Clara County this week. The number of homeless individuals in Mountain View jumped from 562 in 2023 to 879 in 2025. Countywide, the homeless population also increased but less steeply, growing 8% from 9,903 individuals in 2023 to 10,711 individuals in 2025.

"Once it's paved over, it can't come back," said Leslie Friedman, a Mountain View resident who often visits Cuesta Park. "It's peaceful and has a lot of trees and walking trails."

Ted Kim announced he was selling Steins due to a decrease in customers and a surge in expenses, which prompted a bidding war for the property.

"I'm heartbroken for my chef, for my staff. People who work very hard. And the fact that we are independently owned and not having millionaires to invest in us."

The Village at San Antonio Center invites families to celebrate community at its free Second Saturdays festival, featuring themed events from May to October 2025.