August 2019

National Day Out (Tuesday, August 6th)
Come hang out with police and fire departments at Rengstorff Park between 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.  You can sit in a police cruiser, climb on a fire truck, and enjoy some free hot dogs! https://nextdoor.com/news_feed/?post=119381703

End of Summer Reading Celebration (Thursday, August 1)
Come party with your favorite librarians! They are hosting a special magic show to celebrate all the great reading you and your little ones have done this summer. 6:30pm – 8:00pm at the Center for the Performing Arts.  And don’t forget to log your books and pick out your book prize!
https://mountainview.libcal.com/event/5175411

Concert and Puppet Show (Friday, Aug 9th)
Enjoy a concert in Pioneer Park under the trees with Teacher Barb and Clef the Chef (a magical puppet). Targeted at children 3 – 6 years, but all ages welcome. Bring a blanket!  10:15am – 11:00am
https://mountainview.libcal.com/event/5563754

Puppet Art Theater: Little Red Riding Hood (Friday, Aug 26)
Enjoy a fun and modern take on Little Red and her dog Fifi. Meet at Puppet Art Theater under the trees in Pioneer Park, right outside the Library. For all ages. 10:15-11 am
https://mountainview.libcal.com/event/5598967

Sing Along with MaryLee! (Tuesday,  Aug 27)
At the Center for the Performing Art, MaryLee Sunseri will lead an interactive performance for babies and up!  10:30-11 am.
https://mountainview.libcal.com/event/5571672

Concerts on the Plaza (Fridays Aug 2nd and Aug 16th)
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

Thursday Live Downtown MV (Thursdays Aug 1, Aug 8th, Aug 15th)
Enjoy a farmer’s market, music kids activities, antique cars and more on Castro Street.  A fun way to enjoy an evening stroll with your family. 5:30 – 8:30 pm
Thursday Live

One Dollar Kids Movies at Century 16 (Wednesdays)
For just a dollar you can enjoy an authentic cinema experience with your little ones.  Geared towards the younger crowd, no one will be too bothered by a loud toddler or a crying baby.
https://www.cinemark.com/summer-movie-clubhouse#

Movies in the MV Parks (Fridays)
Grab a blanket and some snacks and enjoy free kids movies in the parks on Friday evenings.

August 2	Eagle Park	Ralph Breaks the Internet
August 9	Whisman Park	How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World
August 16	Rengstorff Park	Spiderman: Into the Spider-Verse

Details here: https://www.mountainview.gov/depts/cs/events/summermovie.asp

Free Home Depot Craft Workshop (Saturday, August 3rd)
This month you can build a rocket pencil box at 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, August 3rd)
At the MV Civic Center there will be series of kids music concerts this summer.  The next concert is Saturday, Aug 3rd with the Raytones (yes, the giant dancing Rhino!) These concerts are 10 am – 12 pm. Fun (and free)!

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

August Parenting Book Club 
This month we’ll be discussing The Gifts of Imperfect Parenting: Raising Children with Courage, Compassion, and Connection Recording by Brené Brown PhD. If you think you would like to discuss, send me an email and we’ll figure out a time and place.

Next month (September): Brain Rules for Baby (Updated and Expanded): How to Raise a Smart and Happy Child from Zero to Five by John Medina