Wednesday, December 5, 2012

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.



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

New/Limited Time Classes & Events

Cómo Criar Niños Emocionalmente Sanos – Monthly Book Group
Date: Monday, December 3 (First Monday of every month)
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Address: 748 Mercy Street, Mountain View
Notes: Book is provided free in our New Parent Kits. Please speak to Yadira Rios, group facilitator in advance in case there is anything you should know. Group is in Spanish. Want one in English? Please ask staff.

Cafecito Mother’s Group
Date: Friday, December 7 (First Friday of every month)
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Address: 748 Mercy Street, Mountain View
Notes: Monthly Group for moms to gather and talk together. Childcare provided. Want one in your own language? Talk to staff about how you might be able to start your own.

Family Day Arts Enrichment
Date: Saturday, December 15
Time: 11:30am – 1:00pm
Address: 748 Mercy Street, Mountain View
Notes: Show dad or other family members what you do in our center. The projects are focused on family and appropriate bonding. Please register.

Trinity United Methodist Church Christmas Concert and Carol-Sing – A Multi-Cultural Christmas Event
Date: Tuesday, December 11
Time: 6:00am – 8:00pm
Address: 748 Mercy Street, Mountain View
Notes: Featuring children from our FIRST 5 community. Free, with any donations benefitting Hope’s Corner and Trinity Outreach Project. No registration required.

Holiday Party & Volunteer Recognition Night
Date: Friday, December 14
Time: 6:00am – 8:00pm
Address: 748 Mercy Street, Mountain View
Notes: Free. No registration required, but it would be appreciated if you let us know that you are planning on attending. Bring a dish to share – please no sugary treats, sodas or juices.


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


Ongoing Classes at Mercy Street FRC

Play & Learn (English)
Led by Volunteers Sharmila, Yuko & Yoko
Date: Mondays
Time: 10:30am - 12:00pm
Address: 748 Mercy St, Mountain View
Notes: 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 10am and do not get a spot, you will receive priority entrance for the next week if you arrive before 10 the following week. (Limit 5 for priority entrance).English with Japanese available. Note time change.

Play & Learn (English)
Led by Volunteers Tracy and Crystal
Date: Tuesdays
Time: 10:00am – 11:30 am
Address: 748 Mercy St, Mountain View
Notes: No registration required, but class will be limited to the first 15 children / 30 people who enter per class. Please plan to arrive on time and stay until the end.

Play & Learn (English, se habla español)
Led by Volunteers Leyla and Yuko
Date: Tuesdays
Time: 2:30pm - 4:00 pm
Address: 748 Mercy St, Mountain View
Notes: No registration required, but class will be limited to the first 15 children / 30 people who enter per class. Please plan to arrive on time and stay until the end.

Play & Learn (Spanish)
Led by Yadira Rios
Date: Wednesdays
Time: 10:00am - 12:00 pm
Address: 748 Mercy St, Mountain View
Notes: No registration required, but class will be limited to the first 15 children / 30 people who enter per class. Please plan to arrive on time and stay until the end. For Spanish speaking families only.

Play & Learn (Japanese)
Led by Volunteer Yuko, Chikako, & Leslie
Date: Fridays
Time: 10:15am - 11:45 am
Address: 748 Mercy St, Mountain View
Notes: No registration required, but class will be limited to the first 15 children / 30 people who enter per class. Please plan to arrive on time and stay until the end. In Japanese with English available. All are welcome.

ESCUELA FRC Classes:
All classes 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.

Ejercicios en el Parque
Led by Luciana Mendonca, certified fitness instructor
Date: Friday, December 14
Time: 10:00am – 11:30am
Address: 260 Escuela Ave, Mountain View (behind Senior Center)
Notes:  Registration required, childcare is provided the the FRC. Class will happen outside in the park, to see how you can use existing equipment to stay fit. In Spanish.

Play & Learn (English)
Led by Volunteers Woomi & Einat
Date: Mondays
Time: 4:00pm - 6:00pm
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.

Play & Learn (Spanish)
Led by Yadira Rios
Date: Tuesdays 
Time: 9:30am - 11:00am
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. For Spanish speaking families only.

Play & Learn (Spanish)
Led by Volunteer Alma
Date: Wednesdays
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. Spanish speaking families only.

Play & Learn (Spanish)
Led by Volunteer Margarita and Staff Ana Moreno
Date: Thursdays
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. Spanish speaking families only.

Sunnyvale


Sunnyvale Classes & Events:

Play and Learn
Led by Julia Zhu and Volunteers Archana S.& Candice
Date: Tuesdays, October 16 – December 11
Time: 10:00am – 11:30am
Address: Caring Hearts FRC 645 W. Fremont Ave, Sunnyvale, CA
Notes: This class is first come, first served for the first 8 children/16 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 10am and do not get a spot, you will receive priority entrance for the next week if you arrive before 10 the following week. (Limit 3 for priority entrance)

Music and Play
Led by Volunteer Deeana
Date: Thursdays, November 8 – December 13
Address: Caring Hearts FRC 645 W. Fremont Ave, Sunnyvale, CA
Time: 9:30am – 10:30am
Notes: Class is full.  


(Special Events) Healthy for the Holidays Fitness Events

FOR ADULTS

Bombay Jam with Sharmila
Date: Monday, December 3  
Address: Fairwood Elementary, 1110 Fairwood Avenue
Time: 12:30pm – 2:00pm
Notes: Registration required, suggested donation $5, includes childcare.

Zumba with Maria Luisa
Date: Tuesday, December 4  
Address: Fairwood Elementary, 1110 Fairwood Avenue
Time: 12:30pm – 2:00pm
Notes: Suggested donation $5, includes childcare.

Zumba with Maria Luisa and Leyla
Date: Friday, December 7
Address: Fairwood Elementary, 1110 Fairwood Avenue
Time: 12:30pm – 2:00pm
Notes: Suggested donation $5, includes childcare.


FOR KIDS

Zumbatomic with Maria Luisa
Date: Wednesday, December 12
Address: Fairwood Elementary, 1110 Fairwood Avenue
Time: 12:30pm – 2:00pm
Notes: Kids and parents dance together. Suggested donation $5, includes childcare (for those who do not dance).

Zumbatomic with Maria Luisa
Date: Friday, December 14
Address: Fairwood Elementary, 1110 Fairwood Avenue
Time: 12:30pm – 2:00pm
Notes: Kids and parents dance together. Suggested donation $5, includes childcare (for those who do not dance).

Zumbatomic with Maria Luisa
Date: Friday, December 14
Address: Fairwood Elementary, 1110 Fairwood Avenue
Time: 12:30pm – 2:00pm
Notes: Kids and parents dance together. Suggested donation $5, includes childcare (for those who do not dance).

Zumbatomic with Maria Luisa
Date: Friday, December 21
Address: Fairwood Elementary, 1110 Fairwood Avenue
Time: 12:30pm – 2:00pm
Notes: Kids and parents dance together. Suggested donation $5, includes childcare (for those who do not dance).

Zumbatomic with Maria Luisa
Date: Wednesday, January 16
Address: Fairwood Elementary, 1110 Fairwood Avenue
Time: 12:30pm – 2:00pm
Notes: Kids and parents dance together. Suggested donation $5, includes childcare (for those who do not dance).

Zumbatomic with Maria Luisa
Date: Friday, December 18
Address: Fairwood Elementary, 1110 Fairwood Avenue
Time: 12:30pm – 2:00pm
Notes: Kids and parents dance together. Suggested donation $5, includes childcare (for those who do not dance).

TaeKwonKids 4 Weeks Series - Ages 3-4
Dates: Wednesdays - 11/28, 12/5, 12/12, 12/19
Address: Washington Square Park, 840 West Washington Avenue, Sunnyvale
Time: 2:00pm-2:40pm
Notes: SOLD OUT.  If you are interested in continuing classes in the new year for a small cost ($5-$10 per class for 4 week series), please contact the office, and be sure to tell them your child’s age (ages 3-5 only).  

TaeKwonKids 4 Weeks Series - Age 5
Dates: Wednesdays - 11/28, 12/5, 12/12, 12/19
Address: Washington Square Park, 840 West Washington Avenue, Sunnyvale
Time: 3:00pm-3:40pm
Notes: SOLD OUT.  If you are interested in continuing classes in the new year for a small cost ($5-$10 per class for 4 week series), please contact the office, and be sure to tell them your child’s age (ages 3-5 only).


Cupertino


Cupertino Classes & Events:

Play & Learn
Led by Volunteers Priti & Urmi
Date: Tuesdays, November 20 - December 11
Time: 10:00am - 11:30 am
Address: Canon Music, 10885 S. Blaney Ave, Cupertino
Notes:  No registration required, but class will be limited to the first 15 families / 30 people who enter per class. Families often arrive by 9:30 or 9:45 to secure a spot, but it is first come, first served. Please plan to arrive on time and stay until the end.

Mandarin Play & Learn
Led by Julia Zhu and Volunteers Hui-Wen & Tina
Date: Thursdays, November 29 – December 13
Time: 10:00am - 11:30 am
Address: Canon Music, 10885 S. Blaney Ave, Cupertino
Notes: No registration required, but class will be limited to the first 15 families / 30 people who enter per class. Families often arrive by 9:30 or 9:45 to secure a spot, but it is first come, first served. Please plan to arrive on time and stay until the end. Families that come BEFORE 10:00 ON THE DAY OF CLASS and do not get in will be able to put their name down on a priority list to secure a spot for the following week (limit 5 for priority list). However, you must ALSO come BEFORE 10:00 the NEXT week or your spot will be forfeited to a family that is waiting. Confused? Please call 650-967-4813.

Volunteer Corner



Volunteer Quote of the Month

"The work an unknown good man has done is like a vein of water flowing hidden underground, secretly making the ground green". --Thomas Carlyle




Volunteer Opportunities
Help us spread the word about LTI in the community!  
We would like to come and make a presentation at your church, school, or other organizations you are involved in.

VOLUNTEER WITH US!
THE LTI PROGRAM IS LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS.  DO YOU HAVE A FEW HOURS TO HELP???
We are looking for volunteers to help spread the word to the community, and people who want to share their talents in the classroom with parents and children. Please be in touch if you might be interested in helping.
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CALLING ALL GARDENERS!  The LTI program has two wonderful community gardens in Mountain View (Mercy Street) and Sunnyvale at New World Child Development Center. In addition to planting and tending garden, we are planning a series of educational programs for children about the garden.  The curriculum has been developed, we just need volunteers to lead the programs or help us coordinate special planting parties.





For additional information, please contact Nancy Doan, Volunteer Coordinator: nancydoan5@gmail.com or (650) 967 - 4813