Cupertino Safe Routes to School hosts bike skills workshop

Bike skills workshop

A middle school bike skills workshop is set for Aug. 10, 8:30 a.m., at the Cupertino Senior Center, 21251 Stevens Creek Blvd. The workshop is presented by Cupertino Safe Routes to School in partnership with Wheel Kids.

The program includes a classroom safety presentation, riding skills drills on a blacktop, and a group ride through the neighborhood to put the lessons and skills into practice. One parent or guardian is required to attend the class with each student. Student and guardian both need to bring a bike and helmet.

Registration is required to www.cupertino.gov/saferoutes/msbs.

 CREST nominations open

The City of Cupertino is still taking nominations for its annual CREST Awards, recognizing outstanding individuals and organizations who have gone above and beyond to serve the community. Award categories include Lifetime Achievement, Volunteer of the Year, Organization of the Year, Rising Star of the Year and Hometown Hero.

Nominations are due by Friday, Sept. 5. Winners will be honored at the Cupertino Community Service Awards on Wednesday, Oct. 29. To see award criteria and submit a nomination, visit cupertino.gov/crest.

Civic survey

The League of Women Voters of Cupertino-Sunnyvale is helping develop a new civic leadership training program designed to prepare future board members, commissioners and changemakers in Silicon Valley.

The program, a partnership between De Anza College and local civic organizations, is currently in the design phase. Organizers created a short survey to gather feedback from potential participants and community leaders to help shape the program for launch.

To take the survey, visit https://bit.ly/46ziQXU.