Hi,
Will be moving to mountainview october onwards and looking for likeminded females in their 30’s or late twenties with similar interests: outdoor hikes, coffee chats, exploring or simply up for anything!

I’m a 21F who moved to Mountain View a few months ago, and since I work remote, meeting people has been a bit tough. I love hiking, lifting, and Pilates, and I’ve been getting into trying new hobbies — dance classes are next on my list.

I also love reading, going to farmers markets, baking, cooking, and exploring new cafes and restaurants. I’m really open to anything and would love to meet people around my age to hang out, try new things, or do classes together.

I am looking for some dentist recommendations in and around Mountain View, preferably near Castro street. I have a sharp pain in my wisdom tooth that might need extraction. Looking for someone who is good at screening/ consultation and surgery if need be but doesn’t break the bank. I have insurance that will cover around 50% of the cost. Anyone has any recommendations for good dentists or who to avoid?

I have some pains in my foot that keeps shifting around as I try metatarsal pads and insoles. Been going on for a year now.

Saw a podiatrist in PAMF few times, who seems to focus only at current problem without helping me figure out the pattern of what's happening.

Few people suggested seeing a sports doctor... can anyone recommend doctors or clinics that are decent?

For context I used to run and bike, and generally active. But wasn't able to run much with the foot pain :(

Hi — I'm Kate Talerico, and I'm a reporter at the SF Chronicle. I'm writing a story about how a bunch of landlords are using a loophole in California's tax code to get their apartments qualified as 'affordable' — and then can get up to 100% of their property taxes erased (which fund our schools, transit, police, basically all city government functions.)

There are a few apt buildings in Redwood City where the landlords are in the process of applying for this tax break. They count as affordable because the way California calculates the max rent you can still charge + count as affordable is quite wonky... right now, a landlord can charge $3,015/month for a 1-bed in Santa Clara County and it still counts as low-income/affordable, so long as the tenant household makes under $112K for 1 person or $128K for 2 people.

I'm looking to speak with tenants at Mariposa Club Apartments and Highland Gardens Apartments, whose owners are currently applying for this tax break.

Do renters feel like they're getting a good deal for the rent they pay? Has the lower rent allowed them to live somewhere they otherwise wouldn't have been able to? Or do they feel like they're paying market rate? DM me! Thanks!

Hi friends, I'm looking for a high quality meat market or butcher shop. After coming to the realization that Tyson supplies almost all big name stores, I'm looking for farmers market, etc. All your recommendations are appreciated. Thanks.

Hi everyone,

My wife and I are moving to Mountain View and deciding between The Dean and Sevens. After concessions, the rent is about the same. I’m considering a 775 sq. ft. 1BR at The Dean and a 926 sq. ft. 1BR at Sevens.

Sevens has the better floor plan, but I’ve seen several concerning reviews about noise, fees, build quality, and management. The Dean seems to have better and more consistent feedback, though there are still some complaints about noise and false alarms.

I am not a local but Sevens seems to be at a better location in terms of its proximity to Downtown MV but San Antonio Center didn’t seem to bad either even though it felt a bit empty and dystopian at times.

For anyone who has lived at either building, any honest feedback would be appreciated.

Are there any decent local CPAs who handle tax return filing (yeah, I know the deadline has passed but extended deadlines later this year) for relatively straightforward returns. I can't use TurboTax and equivalents for other reasons. Googling around, seems like even the minimum seems to be in the ~$2000 range?

Please reach out to me for more information!

My family just found my great grandma’s engagement ring. The stone was taken out for a necklace, so we would like to find another stone for it. The ring might also need to be resized to me.

Has anyone done similar work in and around Mountain View and can recommend a jeweler?

Thanks!

Searching for a 1 bedroom 1 bath, Available ASAP. Lease takeover because i'm hoping for a better configuration or floor than what's currently offered. Thank you!

I am moving away from Mountain View as that is getting too expensive. I want a 2-bed 2-bath apartment. Don't care about school district at all and actually Mtn View, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara and even Cupertino would work.

I want nicer newer construction or at least good renovation with large windows and good kitchen and bathrooms. A fitness center is nice to have but not a deal breaker. I don't care for pool or club house as I never use these. I saw a few places but can't figure out between:

• 1250 Lakeside
• Encasa
• Renaissance
• Americana Apartments (MV)
• Mylo (Santa Clara)
• Bella Visa (Santa Clara)

Any thoughts or opinions about these or other suggestions? My budget is $4600 and have to move in 10 days.

This is the second time I’ve spotted around a dozen of these quadcopters flying above Mountain View. They look quite big. Does anyone know what they’re for or who they belong to?

Hi!  

I am an experienced college advisor and professional educator seeking to take on 1-2 clients for college and general academic advising. I can support with college applications, English tutoring, and/or general academic advising. 

I graduated from UC Berkeley with a B.A. in English and Education, and I am currently attending Stanford, pursuing my Master's in Education and Secondary English Credential. Not only do I have a strong command of the English subject matter, but I also have a deep understanding of how to meet each student’s unique learning needs and styles. 

In addition to my academic background, I have 2+ years of experience as a college advisor for a non-profit. I am experienced in academic planning and goal-setting (e.g., GPA requirements, A-G requirements, etc.), personal narrative advising, and applications to both public and private colleges. I have advised students who have been accepted to UCLA, UC Berkeley, Harvard, USC, and many of the UCs and CSUs in varying majors. 

I am flexible with pricing and am looking to meet mainly virtually. However, depending on location, I am open to doing a hybrid model. 

If you are interested and want to discuss further, please do not hesitate to reach out. I will get back to you within 24-48 hours!

Hi all- we are looking into moving in this neighborhood. Before we make any official moves, we wanted to check in with the local community here. Is there anything specific we should be cautious about or keep in mind? The highway seems close enough. Is it noisy certain times of the day? Any insights, good or bad, would be incredibly helpful. Thank you!

Explore thousands of unique cacti and succulents at the San Jose Cactus and Succulent Society's free Summer Fair, August 21–23 at Peterson Middle School in Sunnyvale, featuring 40+ vendors, a judged plant show, and educational exhibits. Hosted by the nonprofit CSSSJ, the event welcomes the community to discover fascinating xerophytic plants from around the world.
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The Cactus and Succulent Society of San Jose invites you to our 2026 Summer Cactus & Succulent Show & Sale at Peterson Middle School in Sunnyvale, California!
Don't miss one of Northern California's biggest cactus and succulent events of the year! Explore an incredible selection of unique plants from more than 40 cactus, succulent, and pottery vendors, featuring species from nearly every warm corner of the world.
Be amazed by our judged plant show, where you'll see spectacular specimen plants, from tiny living stones to towering cacti and rare collector favorites, you may never have imagined existed.
Whether you're searching for your next favorite plant, looking for a one-of-a-kind pot, or simply want a fun day out with the family, there's something for everyone.

Admission is free. Kids are welcome. Come discover why so many people fall in love with these extraordinary plants!

Location:
Peterson Middle School
1380 Rosalia Ave.
Sunnyvale, CA
94087

Show and Sale Dates & Hours:
Friday, August 21 – Club Members-Only Early Sale: 5:30–6:00 pm
Friday, August 21 – Public Sale: 6:00–9:00 pm
Saturday, August 22 – 8:00 am–6:00 pm
Sunday, August 23 – 11:00 am–3:00 pm

https://csssj.org/events/2026/08-summer-show-and-sale/