Severe weather program
The Sunnyvale City Council on Dec. 10 approved a Severe Weather Hotel Pilot Program for fiscal year 2024-25. The pilot program will run during severe weather events declared by the National Weather Service and Santa Clara County.
It offers 10 hotel rooms, available on a first come, first served basis, for up to 20 nights through April 2025. Two meals per day are provided to participants during their stay. The program also offers 24/7 onsite staff support.
The WeHOPE Street Outreach team is responsible for identifying and connecting eligible individuals with the program once a severe weather event is confirmed. For more information, contact housing programs technician Janelle Resuello at jresuello@sunnyvale.ca.gov or call 408-730-7402.
Library of Things for children
Visitors to the Sunnyvale Public Library on Dec. 10 got their first look at the new additions to the Library of Things, aimed at younger patrons.
The library added toys, games, electronics, and activities focused on STEM learning to its Library of Things collection for children. Young learners can now borrow a microscope, a junior metal detector and a train kit, among other items.
Call 408-730-7300 for more information.
Bird Buddies
In honor of National Trivia Day, the Santa Clara Valley Open Space Authority is hosting a virtual program and trivia about local birds on Friday, Jan. 3, noon-12:45 p.m. Register at Eventbrite.com for this lunchtime event.
