Mountain View

See below for classes at our TWO Mountain View Centers. Note: the Escuela FRC is partially funded by the City of Mountain View and is for Mountain View Residents only.

Links to printable monthly calenders
Mercy Street FRC Calender (English)
Mercy Street FRC Calender (Spanish)
Escuela FRC Calender (English & Spanish)

Mercy Street FRC Classes:

For a complete description of our classes, go here

Please register with The Mercy St FRC, at mercystreetfrc@gmail.com, or by calling 650-967-4813

Familes may attend only ONE Play & Learn or Art Enrichment class at any of our centers.

Mercy Street FRC Classes:

For a complete description of our classes, go here

Please register with The Mercy St FRC, at mercystreetfrc@gmail.com, or by calling 650-967-4813. Families may attend only ONE class at any of our centers.

New/Limited Time Classes & Events

Cafecito Mother’s Group (Spanish)

Date: Friday, February 7, 2014

Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm

Address: 748 Mercy Street, Mountain View

Notes: First Friday of the month. Childcare included with registration. Next month’s group is March 7

I’m Ready for Kindergarten (English)

Date: Mondays, February 24 -  May 19, 2014

Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm

Address: 748 Mercy Street, Mountain View

Notes: Registration Required. For children ages 3-5 (sorry, no siblings). For families who can commit to all 8 sessions. Limited space available.

Ongoing Classes at Mercy Street FRC

Play & Learn (English) for children ages 3-5

Led by Volunteers Wynn, Tomoko, & Allison

Date: Mondays

Time: 10:15am - 11:45am

Address: 748 Mercy St, Mountain View

Notes: Last class 2/10 until “I’m Ready” class ends in June. This class is first come, first served for the first 15 children/30 people (due to the classroom size, for safety reasons). Plan to arrive at least 15 minutes early (or 30 to secure a spot) – it will most likely fill each week. If you arrive before 10:30am and do not get a spot, you will receive priority entrance for the next week if you arrive before 10:30am the following week. (Limit 5 for priority entrance).

Play & Learn (English) for children 3 and under.

Led by Volunteers Karen, Rashmi & Rachel

Date: Tuesdays

Time: 10:30am – 12:00pm

Address: 748 Mercy St, Mountain View

Notes: No registration required. This class is first come, first served for the first 15 children / 30 people (due to the classroom size, for safety reasons). Plan to arrive at least 15 minutes early (or 30 to secure a spot) – it will most likely fill each week. If you arrive before 10:30am and do not get a spot, you will receive priority entrance for the next week if you arrive before 10:30am the following week. (Limit 5 for priority entrance).

Play & Learn (Spanish)

Led by Jeanette & Volunteer Erica

Date: Wednesdays

Time: 10:00am - 11:30 am

Address: 748 Mercy St, Mountain View

Notes: Class will end as of October 30. In Spanish only. No registration required. This class is first come, first served for the first 15 children / 30 people (due to the classroom size, for safety reasons). Plan to arrive at least 15 minutes early (or 30 to secure a spot) – it will most likely fill each week. If you arrive before 10:00am and do not get a spot, you will receive priority entrance for the next week if you arrive before 10:00am the following week. (Limit 5 for priority entrance).

Play & Learn (Japanese)

Led by Volunteers Tomoko & Amornrat

Date: Fridays

Time: 10:15am - 11:45 am

Address: 748 Mercy St, Mountain View

Notes: In Japanese with English available, for native Japanese speakers or Japanese Language Learners. No registration required. This class is first come, first served for the first 15 children / 30 people (due to the classroom size, for safety reasons). Plan to arrive at least 15 minutes early (or 30 to secure a spot) – it will most likely fill each week. If you arrive before 10:15am and do not get a spot, you will receive priority entrance for the next week if you arrive before 10:15am the following week. (Limit 5 for priority entrance).
 

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ESCUELA FRC Classes:

All Play & Learn classes below are currently ongoing and no registration is required. Questions? Call 650-967-4813. This FRC is partially funded by the City of Mountain View. Classes at Escuela FRC are for Mountain View residents only.

Families may attend only ONE Play and Learn class per week at any of our centers.

Play & Learn (English)

Led by Volunteer Iris

Date: Mondays

Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm

Address: 260 Escuela Ave, Mountain View (behind Senior Center)

Notes: No registration required, but class will be limited to the first 13 families / 26 people who enter per class. Please plan to arrive on time and stay until the end. No registration required. This class is first come, first served for the first 13 children / 26 people (due to the classroom size, for safety reasons). Plan to arrive at least 15 minutes early (or 30 to secure a spot) – it will most likely fill each week. If you arrive before 10:00am and do not get a spot, you will receive priority entrance for the next week if you arrive before 10:00am the following week. (Limit 5 for priority entrance).

Mi Jardín de Conocimiento (My Garden of Learning)

Led by Volunteer Alma

Date: Wednesdays

Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm

Address: 260 Escuela Ave, Mountain View (behind Senior Center)

Notes:  In Spanish only. No registration required. This class is first come, first served for the first 13 children / 26 people (due to the classroom size, for safety reasons). Plan to arrive at least 15 minutes early (or 30 to secure a spot) – it will most likely fill each week. If you arrive before 10:00am and do not get a spot, you will receive priority entrance for the next week if you arrive before 10:00am the following week. (Limit 5 for priority entrance).

Play & Learn (Spanish)

Led by volunteers Alma and class participants

Date: Thursdays

Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm

Address: 260 Escuela Ave, Mountain View (behind Senior Center)

Notes: In Spanish only. No registration required. This class is first come, first served for the first 13 children / 26 people (due to the classroom size, for safety reasons). Plan to arrive at least 15 minutes early (or 30 to secure a spot) – it will most likely fill each week. If you arrive before 10:00am and do not get a spot, you will receive priority entrance for the next week if you arrive before 10:00am the following week. (Limit 5 for priority entrance).

Sunnyvale

Sunnyvale

Sunnyvale Classes & Events:

Families may attend only ONE Play and Learn class per week at any of our centers.

New/Limited Time Classes & Events

Abriendo Puertas (Spanish)

Date: Fridays, January 17 – March 21, 2014 (10 weeks)

Time: 9:00am – 11:00pm

Address: Vargas Elementary, 1054 Carson Drive, room 15, Sunnyvale, CA

Notes: Registration required. Children will have learning opportunities (stories, crafts and songs) while parents are in class. Must register by January 15.

Bombay Jam

Date: Thursdays, February 13 & 27, 2014

Time: 4:00pm – 5:00pm

Address: Vargas Elementary, 1054 Carson Drive, room 15, Sunnyvale, CA

Notes: $1 per person. No childcare, but supervised children may dance (not play) in the room. Teacher: Sharmila Gopinathan. Must sign a waiver for participation. Please wear comfortable clothing and appropriate shoes for dancing on carpet.

Movetrition

Date: Fridays, March 7 - April 11, 2014

Time: 2:00pm – 3:30pm

Address: Vargas Elementary, 1054 Carson Drive, room 15, Sunnyvale, CA

Notes: Movetrition with a twist! Coming to Vargas FRC starting on Friday, March 7. Come join us as we learn about eating healthy fruits and vegetables through physical activities. As the children get to sample yummy healthy snacks, parents will get to engage in positive parenting skill building activities! First 15 families accepted each week upon arrival.

Ongoing Classes at Vargas Elementary FRC

Play & Learn (English)

Led by volunteers Wynn, Iris and Leslie

Date: Tuesday

Time: 4:00pm-6:00pm

Address: Vargas Elementary, 1054 Carson Drive, room 15, Sunnyvale, CA

Notes: No registration required. This class is first come, first served for the first 15 children / 30 people (due to the classroom size, for safety reasons). Plan to arrive at least 15 minutes early (or 30 to secure a spot) – it will most likely fill each week. If you arrive before 4:00pm and do not get a spot, you will receive priority entrance for the next week if you arrive before 4:00pm the following week. (Limit 5 for priority entrance).
 

Bilingual Storytime (Spanish/English)

Led by volunteer Marti

Date: Fridays

Time: 4:00pm-5:00pm

Address: Vargas Elementary, 1054 Carson Drive, Sunnyvale, CA

Notes: No registration required. This class is first come, first served for the first 15 children / 30 people (due to the classroom size, for safety reasons). Plan to arrive at least 15 minutes early (or 30 to secure a spot) – it will most likely fill each week. If you arrive before 4:00pm and do not get a spot, you will receive priority entrance for the next week if you arrive before 4:00pm the following week. (Limit 5 for priority entrance).

Cupertino

Cupertino

New/Limited Time Classes & Events

Families may attend only ONE Play and Learn class per week at any of our centers.

Science Kids (ages 3-5)

Date: January 9 - February 12, 2014

Time: 10:00am – 11:30am

Fee: $1 per class (no refunds or make ups for missed classes)

Address: Canon Music Center, 10885 S. Blaney Ave, Cupertino

Notes: No registration required. Limited to the first 13 children/26 people. Purchasing the series guarantees you a spot until 10:00am. At 10:00 it is first come first served. Please plan to arrive at least 15 minutes early (or 30 to secure a spot) – it will most likely fill each week.

Calabazas Library Arts Enrichment

Date: February 13, 2014 (Second Thursday of every month)

Time: 10:30am - 12:00pm

Address: Calabazas Library, 1230 S Blaney Ave, San Jose, CA

Notes: No registration required. This class is first come, first served for the first 15 children / 30 people (due to the classroom size, for safety reasons). Plan to arrive at least 15 minutes early to secure a spot) – it will most likely fill each month.

Ongoing Classes at Canon Music FRC

Mandarin Play and Learn

Led by volunteers Hui-Wen, Rebecca and Tina

Date: Mondays

Time: 10:00am - 11:30am

Address: Canon Music Center, 10885 S. Blaney Ave, Cupertino

Notes:  In Mandarin only. No registration required. This class is first come, first served for the first 13 children / 26 people (due to the classroom size, for safety reasons). Plan to arrive at least 15 minutes early (or 30 to secure a spot) – it will most likely fill each week. If you arrive before 10:00am and do not get a spot, you will receive priority entrance for the next week if you arrive before 10:00am the following week. (Limit 5 for priority entrance).

Play and Learn

Led by volunteers Urmi, Priti, & Revathi

Date: Tuesdays

Time: 10:00am - 11:30am

Address: Canon Music Center, 10885 S. Blaney Ave, Cupertino

Notes:  No registration required. This class is first come, first served for the first 13 children / 26 people (due to the classroom size, for safety reasons). Plan to arrive at least 15 minutes early (or 30 to secure a spot) – it will most likely fill each week. If you arrive before 10:00am and do not get a spot, you will receive priority entrance for the next week if you arrive before 10:00am the following week. (Limit 5 for priority entrance).