June 2019

Summer Reading Kick-Off Celebration (Monday, June 10th)
Every year the library kick-offs its reading program with a great concert and celebration.  Bring a blanket and picnic basket to Pioneer Park and enjoy some music with Andy Z!
https://mountainview.libcal.com/event/5175370

Remember to sign up for the reading program and pick up a free book!
https://www.mountainview.gov/depts/library/childservices/summer_reading.asp
https://www.mountainview.gov/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?BlobID=29284

Sing a Summer Song Concert Series (Tuesdays June 11 – July 30th at 10:15 am)
Oh, these concerts are the best!  Enjoy some excellent free children’s music under the shady oak in Pioneer Park.  Concerts start at 10:15 and go until 11 am. Make sure to bring a blanket, snacks, and get there early if you want a front row seat!

Schedule of artists is here: https://www.mountainview.gov/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?BlobID=29292

Reading Quest!  (Wednesdays June19th – July 24th at 2 pm)
I think this series is a new one, but looks fun.  Each Wednesday the library will stories and activities for school aged kids from 2-3 pm.  They have the groups divided up based on age.

Check out the schedule here:
https://www.mountainview.gov/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?BlobID=29290

School Age Thursday Program (Thursdays, June 13th – July 25th at 2:30 pm)
This program series is actually geared towards older kids, but often even toddlers can find something fun to enjoy in these shows. From jugglers to zoo animals, these programs are always well-done!

Schedule of performances: https://www.mountainview.gov/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?BlobID=29291

Concerts on the Plaza (Fridays June 7th and June 21st)
One of the many great things about Mountain View is the series of free concerts they have at the Civic Center during the summer.  In years past they have been held the first Friday of each month (April – Sept).  However, this year they will now be held the first Friday AND the third Friday — TWICE the fun!  Concerts run 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. There is a pop-up play area for the kids, and food trucks, too!  https://www.mountainview.gov/depts/cs/events/plazaevents.asp

Free Home Depot Craft Workshop (Saturday, June 1st)
This month you can build your own golf putting green Home Depot (at least at the Sunnyvale Kifer location) . Get there early to get an apron and good spot at the table, and make sure you sign up ahead of time! 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

KidStock Mountain View (Saturday, June 15th)
At the MV Civic Center there will be series of kids music concerts this summer.  The next concert is Saturday, June 15 – Martin and the Green Guitar. These concerts are 10 am – 12 pm and should be fun (and free)!

https://www.evensi.us/kidstock-featuring-raytones-city-mountain-view-hall/306279012

June Parenting Book Club 
This month we’ll be discussing Cribsheet by Emily Oster. If you think you would like to discuss, send me an email and we’ll figure out a time and place.

Next month (July): Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother by Amy Chua

El Camino YMCA Father’s Day Celebration (Saturday, June 15th)
Come celebrate dad!  Crafts and snacks!  10 am – 12 noon.

Click to access ECyouthactivities.pdf

Parent’s Day Out and Parent’s Night Out (June 1st and June 4th)
If you are a YMCA member, this is a great way to enjoy some time with your spouse while your kids enjoy some fun at the Y! https://www.ymcasv.org/pdfs/ECyouthactivities.pdf

Chinese Storytime (Wednesdays)
For Chinese-speakers, the Zhaoyu Cultural Foundation in Mountain View has a great children’s library.  They offer a wonderful music-based storytime for babies and toddlers on Wednesdays at 11 am.  You do need to reserve a spot before the class and will need a library card (free) to do so.

Looking Ahead: The MV Thursday Live and MV Movies in the Park series start in July!