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Entertainment Zone Office Hours, Makers Market Info Session & more!





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*May 2026 (V.70)*





In this month’s *Biz Buzz*, you’ll find:


* *Entertainment Zone Office Hours*
* *Makers Market Information Sessions*
* *Open Gallery Hours with Artist Sixian Wang*
* *Summer of Soccer Survey*
* *The Acceleration Project - Small Business Coaching*

We hope these updates help you stay informed, supported, and set up for success!

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Entertainment Zone Office Hours
EZ Office Hours [ https://econdev.mountainview.gov/downtown/entertainment-zone ]

Do you have questions about the new Downtown Entertainment Zone [ https://econdev.mountainview.gov/downtown/entertainment-zone ]?

The Economic Vitality team will host office hours to discuss your questions and help businesses prepare for the first activation of the Entertaiment Zone in July. Stop by to get your questions answered or to learn more!

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Mountain View Makers Market Information Session
Info Session 6-4 [ https://mountainview.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_LLTmhqryQbiAIQiR6pwjmA ]

The City of Mountain View is proud to announce the Makers Market Downtown [ https://econdev.mountainview.gov/downtown/makers-market-2026 ], a new pilot series designed to turn Castro Street into a vibrant hub for the local creative economy. This initiative provides a low-barrier platform for artists, makers, and micro-entrepreneurs to showcase their work, build their brands, and connect directly with the Mountain View community.

If you are interested in learning more about the Makers Market please join us on Zoom for an informational meeting where we will share more about the vision for the Market and answer your questions!

Register for the Informational Meeting [ https://mountainview.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_LLTmhqryQbiAIQiR6pwjmA ]
[ https://mountainview.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_LLTmhqryQbiAIQiR6pwjmA ]?? June 4th @ 11 a.m. ?? [ https://mountainview.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_LLTmhqryQbiAIQiR6pwjmA ]
on Zoom!

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Summer of Soccer
The World’s Biggest Soccer Tournament Is Coming to the Bay Area — and Mountain View is Getting in on the Excitement!

✨FILL OUT THE BUSINESS SURVEY [ https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=xuiJCiu_g0qqrRmbzM0rkkzm-lS3qKtHvYy_Cq5KplJURENRUFhMTjhUQ0FaR0NUSjM3TTNZQUVQOS4u ]✨

By sharing your plans, your business can:

⚽ Be featured the Summer of Soccer Map & Calendar

⚽ Be included in City promotions and marketing

⚽ Reach visitors, residents, and fans.



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Open Gallery Hours
*?? Join us for a special evening of art and conversation!*

Join us for our first *Open Gallery Hours* at the Mountain View Center for Performing Arts on Monday, June 8.

This is a wonderful opportunity to experience the "Foolish Perseverance" exhibition and meet the artist, Sixian Wang, in person. Whether you’re an art lover or just passing through downtown, please stop by to peruse the vibrant works and chat with the creator behind them.

?? *Where:* MVCPA Lobby Gallery (500 Castro St, Mountain View)

?? *When:* Monday, June 8

⏰ *Time:* 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

This event is free and open to the public. No RSVP is required—feel free to come and go as you please. 

Resource Spotlight
The Acceleration Project [ https://www.theaccelerationproject.org/applyforservices ]

TAP (The Acceleration Project) is a nonprofit that empowers under-resourced small business owners through customized strategic, financial, operational, and marketing support. TAP Into Momentum offers free webinars, small group coaching, and 1:1 coaching designed to help your business grow every step of the way.

*Small Group Coaching - * Apply** Here [ https://www.theaccelerationproject.org/applyforservices ]*
*One consultant with up to three business owners

May Topic: Getting Started with AI for Your Business

*1:1 Coaching - * Apply** Here [ https://www.theaccelerationproject.org/applyforservices ]*
*One consultant with one business owner

May Topics:

• Getting Started with AI for Your Business  — Identify key tasks, choose the right AI tools, and write effective prompts.

• Setting and Prioritizing Your Business Goals — Leave with a clear strategy and a two-week momentum plan.

• Building Your Brand Strategy — Develop a focused brand strategy and a two-week momentum plan.

*Webinar -* R [ https://www.theaccelerationproject.org/applyforservices ]* [ https://www.theaccelerationproject.org/applyforservices ]*egister Here [ https://www.theaccelerationproject.org/applyforservices ]**

May Topic: Business Funding Options Made Simple






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elcaminohealth
*Free Prediabetes Screening *

Prediabetes is the most common chronic condition among adults in the El Camino Healthcare District—yet most people don’t know they have it. The District is launching a multi-year Prediabetes Initiative to increase awareness and connect residents to prevention resources. Feel free to share these resources with your employees.

Start with a free, two-minute online risk screener. If you screen as eligible, you may qualify for subsidized nutrition support through Season Health, including virtual dietitian support.

Learn more and get started: https://www.elcaminohealthcaredistrict.org/prediabetes







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Questions or suggestions for future newsletters? Contact us at econ.dev@mountainview.gov. 



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Visit our website to learn more about the Mountain View Economic Development Team and discover valuable resources: econdev.mountainview.gov [ https://econdev.mountainview.gov/home-econdev ]








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