Scavenger Hunt Downtown MV (Anytime)
The library has lost it’s beloved rat sculpture and needs your help solving the mystery of where it has gone and who took it! Follow clues and solve puzzles with your kiddos to discover the truth. I think this one better than the last library scavenger hunt — don’t miss it! You can request your package of clues with your Grab n Go bag of books.
Mountain View History Lecture (Tuesday, May 18th)
Learn about the history of our town in the lecture titled “Ohlone, Orchards, and Office Buildings: A Brief History of Mountain View.” Librarian Candace will teach us a bit more about our hometown. 3-4 pm
https://mountainview.libcal.com/event/7743799
Animals A-Z: Marine Mammals
Learn with Librarian Alex about the amazing mammals that live in our seas! She does a great job at engaging the kids and we always learn a lot!
https://mountainview.libcal.com/event/7640288
Safari West
We are trying this safari/glamping experience in sonoma for the first time this month. Friends say it is a great adventure (and sounds very COVID-safe)!
https://www.safariwest.com/
Curiodyssey Science Exhibits
The inside science exhibits are back! When we went on a weekday morning, it was pretty empty and the doors were open for good ventilation. https://curiodyssey.org/
Happy Hollow
Happy Hollow has been open for zoo walk-throughs for awhile, but recently opened their Adventure Grove and Redwood Lookout areas!
https://happyhollow.org/
Free Positive Parenting Conference (May 18-25th)
This conference was so encouraging last year, and this year looks to be equally great with their line-up of excellent authors and speakers!
https://afineparent.com/positive-parenting-conference
Librarian Sharon Retirement Cards
From a NextDoor post (Thanks, Sharon!!):
After over twenty years, our beloved children’s librarian Sharon McClintock is retiring from the Mountain View Public Library. (May 3rd, 2021)
Ms. Sharon, as many families know her, has been creating community at the library by leading bouncing babies and their parents in sing-a-longs, planning parent education and author events, performing for the summer reading program, inspiring kids with book clubs, giving school class tours, and so much more.
For those who want to send congratulations and share what an impact she has had, cards will be accepted at the library (address below) or you can send her an email at : welovesharonlibrarian@gmail.com.
This message was created by friends of Sharon who hate the fact that Covid hasn’t allowed a proper send off. We hope you will take a moment to acknowledge her impact and forward this to anyone you know who might want to contribute.
For cards:
Sharon McClintock
Care of the Mountain View Public Library
585 Franklin Street
Mountain View, CA 94041
Thanks for the memories!
Monterey Bay Aquarium Opening
Want to visit some of your favorite fish and sea critters again? You can! Now open to members, the aquarium opens to the general public on May 15th.
Library Reopened
As you probably know, the library is open! You can browse the shelves 2-6 pm on Thursday-Saturday (and still do Grab n Go bags Tuesdays and Wednesdays).
Free Flower and Veggie Seeds from the MV Library (Anytime)
One my neighbors recently reminded me of the library’s cool seed program. You can pick up your packets when you grab your books. Thanks, Karin!
https://www.mountainview.gov/depts/library/services/seedlibrary.asp
Spanish Storytimes (Tuesdays at 10 am)
Want your little kids to be introduced to some Spanish? The amazing Librarian Martinez will lead you in some stories and songs from the comfort of your favorite zoom spot!
Pajama Dance Parties (Thursdays)
Every Thursday evening join Librarian Sharon for a little dance party in your pajamas (from the comfort of your living room)!
https://mountainview.libcal.com/event/7331492
Kindergarten Round Up (Fridays)
I just love the MV Library (Can you tell?!). They are having a weekly Zoom session on Friday mornings 10-10:30 am to get preschoolers ready for kindergarten. This month is all about insects.
https://mountainview.libcal.com/event/7643778?hs=a
Mountain View Chinese Library
This is a hidden gem for kids learning Chinese. Check it out! (We haven’t been going for a while, since their classes are all online due to COVID, but during normal times their in-person music class was a hit with Jonathan).
http://www.booksandme.org/index_eng.html
YMCA Classes
I’ve been a big fan and evangelist for the YMCA for several years now, and have been so pleased with how they’ve handled the pandemic — from providing childcare for essential workers to creating safe avenues for staying healthy in both mind and body. Indoor classes (with masks and distancing) at the El Camino branch stated May 1st (and there are still lots of great outdoor classes).
https://www.ymcasv.org/schedules/group-exercise-schedule/el-camino-ymca
Mothers Together Mountain View (Thursdays)
Menlo Church Mountain View has been hosting a fantastic mom’s group for many years. However, with the. conveniences of Zoom, it is particularly easy to join in right now. My small group ‘meets’ online at 8 pm on Thursdays (and there is a Thursday morning option too if that works better for your schedule). The format is a short talk from a speaker (usually 30 minutes), followed by discussion, sharing and prayer. The women in my group are so warm and welcoming, and would be delighted to have new moms join. Just shoot me an email if. you are interested and I can give you more information. Or just sign up to check it out here:
https://menlo.church/mountainview/group/mothers-together-mountain-view
May Parenting Book Club
Shoot me an email if you’d like to discuss this month’s book:
Raising Mixed Race: Multiracial Asian Children in a Post-Racial World by Sharon H Chang
MV Momma 
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