Unsung hero
Sunnyvale Public Safety Specialist Norma Amaro was among the 27 Unsung Heroes state Assembly District 24 honored at an April 11 awards ceremony in Fremont. Assemblymember Alex Lee recognized the honorees for their dedication to making the district a better place.
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On April 11, DPS’s Norma Amaro was recognized by Assemblymember Alex Lee as a 2025 Unsung Hero — an honor awarded to individuals who make a difference through quiet dedication and service to others. Norma, a Public Safety Specialist,
Amaro was nominated by Jinky Peralta for her volunteer work with Sleeping Bags for the Homeless of Silicon Valley, where she helps distribute sleeping bags, tents, food and other necessary items for unhoused veterans and other members of our community.
Hands on the Arts
The 40th annual Hands on the Arts festival is set for Saturday, May 3, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., at the Sunnyvale Community Center, 550 E. Remington Drive.
The event offers children ages 3-15 the chance to try more than 20 hands-on art activities inspired by cultures around the world. Each booth is designed for a specific age group to ensure maximum fun and engagement; kids can try Japanese brush painting, craft Pueblo pottery or make a glowing Ramadan paper lantern. Roving performers will provide entertainment, and food booths will provide snacks.
Upon arrival, children and their parents or guardians must check in at an information desk—located at the recreation center, indoor sports center and senior center—to pick up a tote bag and wristband.
