Nov. 26, 2025

In This Issue:

Take Animal Shelter Survey

Thanksgiving Holiday Schedule

Library Activities

Tree Lighting - Dec. 5

Meet Our Adoptable Pet of the Week

Public Meetings:

Dec. 2 - Library Board

Dec. 8 - Town Council

Resources:

Town Website

Meeting Agendas & Minutes

Town Projects

Emergency Alerts

You still have time to offer your insights for a new animal shelter in Sunnyvale. The Town of Sunnyvale's existing shelter is insufficient for the community's needs and lacks amenities considered standard in modern shelters. The Town is gathering input through an online survey. The survey is open through Nov. 30. Those suggestions and insights will be reviewed by a citizen committee as part of the design process by the Town's project contractor, KSA.

The committee is scheduled to meet on Tuesday, Dec. 2, at 2 p.m. at Sunnyvale Town Hall, 127 N. Collins Road. This meeting is open to the public and provides another opportunity for input.

Thanksgiving Week Schedule

Town of Sunnyvale offices and the Doris Padgett Public Library will be closed Thursday and Friday, Nov. 27 and 28, for Thanksgiving.

Recycling collections will move to Friday, and trash/bulky collections will move to Saturday.

Get Ready for Turkey Trot 2025!

It's not too late to register for this year's Turkey Trot! Sign up online or on-site.

This year's Turkey Trot will be on Thursday, Nov. 27 at the Sunnyvale ISD Raider Stadium Parking Lot. Registration and check-in will begin at 6:30 a.m. the day of the event.

The Fast & Furriest Turkey Trot is a Thanksgiving Day chip-timed family fun run benefiting the Sunnyvale Animal Shelter. All proceeds will assist our furry friends looking for their new home!

To register and get packet pickup details, visit our 2025 Special Events page here. The deadline for a guaranteed race t-shirt has passed. Shirts will be provided as available.

At the Doris Padgett Public Library

402 Tower Place in Sunnyvale

Story Times for children ages two to five and their caregivers are held on Wednesday mornings at 10:30 a.m. Story times include several books and a fun craft or project to take home!

November 26: Thankful

December 3: Yetis

December 10: Snowmen

December 17: Christmas

December 24: LIBRARY CLOSED

December 31: Happy New Year!

Tuesday, Dec. 2, 5 p.m..

Ready to learn how to code? Join us and learn how! We’ll help you learn the skills you need, regardless of age level and show you how to get the most out of Fiero Code, a program available free with your library card. Enjoy fun activities and refreshments! Bring your library card and your laptop (if you want) to get the most out of the class!

Deck the Hall Christmas Tree Lighting

Friday, Dec. 5 | 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Kick off the holiday season as Sunnyvale decks Town Hall with festive lights and decorations!

Our annual Deck the Hall Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony is set for 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Friday, Dec. 5, at Sunnyvale Town Hall, 127 N. Collins Road. Enjoy yummy treats, holiday crafts, a wonderland of lights and the countdown to the official tree lighting.

It’s also the perfect opportunity to get that photo with Santa! Bring the entire family to Sunnyvale Town Hall and celebrate the season with your neighbors.

This year's event is brought to you by Texas Lights and Entertainment. Check TownofSunnyvale.org/Events for more details.

Get to know Chile!

Learn more about this pet and others on our Petfinder page

Chile is a 15-week-old male domestic short hair: Chile is a kitten with a big heart and a curious mind! Every day, he explores every nook of his shelter home, making everyone laugh with his playful antics. He loves solving little puzzles, like where the treats are hidden. Although Chile is a bit shy at first, once he warms up, he is the gentlest friend you could have. Adopting him means endless fun, love, and a little mystery to brighten your days! Call to set up a "Meet and Greet" appointment. Chile also has siblings you may like.

We would love for you to share this with others and bring awareness to the Sunnyvale Animal Shelter's animals and services. If your family is ready to welcome a new member, we currently have many adoptable pets in our shelter looking for a loving home. Learn more by visiting our Petfinder page or calling (214) 862-4525.

Subscribe to Stay Informed

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Subscribe to receive the Town’s weekly e-newsletter – NewsFlash – every Friday and when special situations occur.

Emergency Alerts are sent via CivicReady when urgent or emergency notifications are needed, such as boil water advisories or other time-sensitive public safety announcements.

Visit TownofSunnyvale/Communication to sign up and learn more. You must register to receive these notifications via text, phone or email. Register at TownofSunnyvale/Alerts. Be sure to click all the weather alert options you want to receive.

Explore the Town's website at TownofSunnyvale.org for these and many more resources.