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Happy Mother’s Day! Welcome to the May 2010 calendar! Lots of RSVP events so make sure you confirm your attendance ASAP as spaces are limited.
A quick April recap of the fun happenings with many thanks to our April Superstars:
Carrie (Timothy’s mom) for hosting the seventh “Book Club” night, some great discussions and politics were shared regarding different mentalities of thought. “Lone Survivor” by Marcus Luttrell is a nonfiction book which also brought up relationships, between husband and wives, parents and children and even strangers and how relationships are created and develop. It was a wonderful “Parents’ Night Out!” See you all at the next book club meeting, all interested members are welcome!
Momentary Bliss Photography by Grace Abuzeman for offering her photography services for family portraits during the month of April.
Ros (Soren’s Mom) for sharing her jewelry making talents from Scottish Lily Jewelry for a Mommy and Baby crafting day with a gorgeous necklace created!
To all of the families who came out to play with us for our PLAYDATE of the
MONTH at Children’s Habitot Learning Museum, Monday, 4/12 and Saturday,
4/17! It was a huge success and large turnout for each day, join us for the
next one! (Photo Gallery Link to Playdate of the Month Event)
Nancy (Sasha’s Mom) for hosting our fifth “Cooking Club,” it was a yummy theme of Pizza in our afternoon event and all of us got to enjoy savory and unique pizzas for our afternoon gathering. Mommies and Babies enjoyed a relaxing time with delicious food and an assortment of drinks. Thank you to all for participating and contributing and much thanks to Nancy and Sasha for hosting. (Photo Gallery Link to Cooking Club Event)
To all of the families who came out to play with us for our WEEKEND PLAYDATE of the MONTH at Studio Grow Concord! Look for our next one in May! We had a great time meeting LIVE animals, learning about them and even petting them! (Photo Gallery Link to Weekend Playdate)
Check out this quick overview of the May calendar and learn more details about each within the website’s related categories!
**REMINDER: Please support your fellow parents and share your input on the DISCUSSION BABY boards, thank you for sharing your insight! Prizes may be involved!
**Monthly Raffles of ALL Members who REFER NEW members to join HHH Website, email me your referral’s name, their baby’s name/age and their email to be entered into Monthly Raffle prizes!
May Quick Calendar of Monthly Activities:
ALL RSVP REQUIRED Events, please note & email the designated organizer for the event!
Saturday, May 1st:
DayOne WC Mama’s Bonus, receive a sealed envelope with each purchase from 4/26-
DayOne WC Mother’s Day Raffle, for every NPG you attend from 4/25-
2 pm, Free Estate Planning 101 Law Talk from Shirley White Law at giggle
Monday, May 3rd: 12:15-
YogaWorks
7 pm the 8th Book Club Meeting “A Thousand Splendid Suns” by Khaled Hosseini, New Members Welcome! Want to join?
Email: hilarie_hsu@hotmail.com
Wed. May 5th: 9:30 am FREE BABY BOOTCAMP CLASS at giggle
Alicia Cervenka Free Mini Photo Sessions at DayOne WC
(see DayOne Baby for details)
FREE Story Time:
Wednesday mornings at 11am at giggle with a Speech
Therapist. (Details under Monthly Activities Baby)
3:30 pm Wed. Weekday Baby Signing PlayGroup
at giggle, Drop Ins welcome, (Details under Community Baby);
Email: drchauss@yahoo.com for questions
Thursday, May 6th:
OUTDOOR Playdate: 1-
7 pm BABIES the Movie Sneak Peek Premiere! Free Movie Tickets!
AMC Metreon, SF, see Home Page for Details!
Saturday, May 8th CANCELLED for THIS DAY ONLY!
10-
(Details under Tots Treasures & Musical Baby)
10-
Downtown Walnut Creek, Raffles, Prizes and more.
(Details on the DayOne Baby & Monthly Activities)
10:30-
(Details on the Home Page & Monthly Activities)
Sunday, May 9th: HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY Mommies, Grandmas, Aunties & more!
Special 10% savings at DayOne Walnut Creek for Mother’s Day!
11:30 am -
Working Parents Playgroup meeting
At Larkey Park, 2nd & 4th Sundays of the Month
email ?: carolyn.eisen@gmail.com
Monday, May 10th:
12:15-
Wed. May 12th:
Story Time Wednesday mornings at 11am at giggle with a Speech
Therapist. (Details under Monthly Activities Baby)
3:30 pm Wed. Weekday Baby Signing PlayGroup
at giggle, Drop Ins welcome, (Details under Community Baby);
Email: drchauss@yahoo.com for questions
Saturday, May 15th:
10-
(Details under Tots Treasures & Musical Baby)
Weekend PLAYDATE: 11 am till 2 pm: Studio Grow Concord;
(Details on the Home Page & Monthly Activities)
3-
Ros (Soren’s Mom!) at her home
(Details on the Home Page & Monthly Activities)
Sunday, May 16th: 11-
Where: Scottish Rite Center, Oakland (1547 Lakeside Dr.)
Over 70 Vendors, Workshops & Goodie Bags
Monday, May 17th:
12:15-
Tuesday, May 18th: 3:30 pm Cooking Club’s 6th Meeting! Theme: Fruit Dishes
New members welcome! Email: China (chinaharvey1@gmail.com) (Details on Community Baby)
Wed. May 19th: Story Time Wednesday mornings at 11am at giggle with a Speech
Therapist. (Details under Monthly Activities Baby)
3:30 pm Wed. Weekday Baby Signing PlayGroup
at giggle, Drop Ins welcome, (Details under Community Baby);
Email: drchauss@yahoo.com for questions
Thursday, May 20th: Father’s Day Keepsake & Gift Creation Opportunity!
12-
Make mugs, picture frames or clay impressions
with your little one, perfect for gifts & keepsakes
Friday, May 21st: Musical Playdate! 11 am Rockin’ Kids Sing A Long
Yogurt Harmony in Berkeley, Reduced Fee for our group!
(Details on Home Page, Musical Baby & Tots Treasures)
Saturday, May 22nd: LAST Class until end of June!
10-
(Details under Tots Treasures & Musical Baby)
10:30-
Baby Boot Camp members will receive 20% your purchase!
10-
$55.00 (20% 2nd family member) or also available on 5/27
Sponsored by: Viva El Espanol, Workshop #1
Straight-
2:30-
Sunday, May 23rd:
11:30 am -
Working Parents Playgroup meeting
At Larkey Park, 2nd & 4th Sundays of the Month
email ?: carolyn.eisen@gmail.com
Father’s Day Keepsake & Gift Creation Opportunity!
2-
Make mugs, picture frames, piggy banks or clay impressions
with your little one, perfect for gifts & keepsakes
Monday, May 24th:
11:30-
12:15-
Wed. May 26th: SPECIAL EDITION:
Story Time Wednesday mornings at 11am at giggle with a Speech
Therapist. (Details under Monthly Activities Baby)
3:30 pm Wed. Weekday Baby Signing PlayGroup
at giggle, Drop Ins welcome, (Details under Community Baby);
Email: drchauss@yahoo.com for questions
Thursday, May 27th: 7-
$55.00 (20% 2nd family member) or also available on 5/22
Sponsored by: Viva El Espanol, Workshop #1
Straight-
Friday, May 28th: Playdate of the Month: Tilden Park Little Farm
The Animals are Having Babies so bring your Baby to meet them!
Friday, May 28th-
DayOne Membership Weekend (Friday to Monday)
*Descriptions & Details of ALL events, along with RSVP contacts:
Please Visit the
“Monthly Activities” Page.
HOME PAGE:
SPECIAL PROGRAM ANNOUNCEMENT:
“Date Night is BACK, Without the Extra Costs!”
WELCOME to the CARE SHARE program, spearheaded by Brittany (Nate’s Mom) you now have an opportunity to have fellow parents be your babysitter for a couple hours while you enjoy a date night out for example, and then in the recent future, return the favor! Complete with a manageable calendar for all interested participants to fill in their availability & contact information, it’s a reliable, resourceful way to have a night out and feel comfortable with whom your child is with while returning the favor to another family when you are available.
“Care-
Check out the program under “COMMUNITY BABY” for details. Accepting MORE members daily!
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT:
This month, we have some pressing info out there for all of our readers! We have excellent articles written by the authors below & also a submitted article, view the FULL articles under “Topics of the Month.”
1) “Holographic Wills”
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ACTIVE BABY
1) BABY & ME
Yoga for Moms & Pre-
Reconnect with yourself body, mind and spirit. Play with your baby and make new friends
while regaining your (MOM) strength and endurance. Yoga is an excellent way to regain
your shape, strength and energy after giving birth, as well as learn techniques for
breath and body awareness. This class is designed for mothers to do yoga and their
pre-
SESSION DATES & TIME
4 Mondays each month
5/3 till 5/24
12:15-
PRICE
$25 FOR EACH ONE MONTH SERIES/MEMBERS*
$40 FOR EACH ONE MONTH SERIES/NONMEMBERS*
SINGLE CLASS DROP-
To register 925-
Joanna Saxby_Kids Yoga Grades 1-
Dates: Tuesday 5/4-
Time: 3:30 PM -
Yoga can have a powerful impact on your child, teaching valuable life skills like
focus, self-
Joanna Saxby_Kids Yoga Grades 4-
Dates: Thursday 5/6-
Time: 3:30 PM -
Yoga can have a powerful impact on your child, teaching valuable life skills like
focus, self-
BABY BOOTCAMP EVENTS:
Baby Bootcamp Walnut Creek invites you to join them at their events! Great workouts, Baby Friendly classes, Meet other Moms who enjoy working out!
Baby Boot Camp Walnut Creek First Class Free! There are 6 classes a week at Civic
Park, Heather Farms Park and indoors at giggle. Please go to www.babybootcamp.com
to view our current schedule and register for your first class free in Walnut Creek.
Saturday May 22nd Baby Boot Camp Sports Basement discount day from 10:30am-
Please contact sandy.mourad@babybootcamp.com for more information regarding
Baby Boot Camp Walnut Creek or go online to www.babybootcamp.com searching walnut
creek to view all of our current classes and monthly events!
Interested in joining Baby BootCamp WC? Great opportunity with a free trial class, discounts for same day package sign ups or ask about the “Hilarie’s Helpful Hints” discount!
Visit Baby BootCamp’s Events calendar for the month of May at: http://babybootcamp.com/pages/class_location.aspx?i=970
MUSICAL BABY
The Rockin' Kids Sing-
Each sing-
Music Together is the internationally recognized music and movement classes for babies,
toddlers and preschoolers along with the grown-
Our family-
Music Together
classes provide you with playful, engaging ways for you and your child to come together
and interact musically. With this kind of interaction, your child learns that music
is fun and his or her musical skills start to form. You'll hear your child sing to
herself (maybe after class is long over!) and see her bounce, rock or jump to the
beat. You'll watch your baby experience the vibrations he feels on the big drum,
or see his excited reaction to his favorite song.
Music education benefits all areas
of learning from language and math skills, to small and large motor abilities and
even social and emotional development.
Visit
http://www.musictogether.com/Home to find
your nearest location and schedule your free preview class!
Music Together will be
offering Free Demonstration Classes again in June, we’ll announce it with June’s
newsletter. Meanwhile, please click on the logo/link above to find a Music Together
class nearest you!
Sing Move Fun
Chrissy's Sing Move Fun Saturday Class is on hiatus till June due to the pending
latest addition to her family! Congratulations Chrissy!
Sing Move Fun is a parent participation musical play class that incorporates music, movement and developmental play. It is a class for you to come and have fun; singing, dancing, and playing with your little one. While having fun your child will develop language skills, social skills, gross motor skills, and much more. Learn new songs and sing old favorites. We will use many props, puppets, and instruments to engage your little ones.
Class is Saturdays at 10 am-
Mention you saw it on Hilarie's Helpful Hints and receive a free trial class.
Drop in’s welcome! $10.00 per class.
DAYONE BABY
Mother’s Day Special Events at DayOne:
Celebrate Mother’s Day during these special events at DayOne Walnut Creek!
Mama’s Bonus-
Mother’s Day Raffle-
Wednesday, May 5th –Alicia Cervenka (www.ac-
Saturday May 8th – Celebrate Motherhood by participating in the Bouquets and Bubblies event from 10:00 until 2:00, hosted by the Downtown Walnut Creek Business Association. Cost: $8 in advance, $10 on the day of the event. Please visit www.walnutcreekdowntown.com for more information.
Sunday May 9th – Enjoy a special Mother’s Day gift -
Baby Sign Language Series Info for DayOne Location:
DayOne Center, Walnut Creek
1403 N Main Street
To register go to www.dayonecenter.com or call 925-
Introductory Workshops
Saturday, May 22 11:00 -
Saturday, July 31 11:00 -
Saturday, Sept. 25 11:00 -
Saturday, Nov. 20 11:00 -
Six-
Saturdays May 29 -
Saturdays Aug. 7 -
MONTHLY ACTIVITIES: MAY
Saturday, May 1st:
10-
(Details under Tots Treasures & Musical Baby)
Chrissy's Sing Move Fun Saturday Class is on hiatus till June due to the pending
latest addition to her family! Congratulations Chrissy!
Sing Move Fun is a parent participation musical play class that incorporates music, movement and developmental play. It is a class for you to come and have fun; singing, dancing, and playing with your little one. While having fun your child will develop language skills, social skills, gross motor skills, and much more. Learn new songs and sing old favorites. We will use many props, puppets, and instruments to engage your little ones.
Class is Saturdays at 10 am-
Mention you saw it on Hilarie's Helpful Hints and receive a free trial class.
Drop in’s welcome! $10.00 per class.
DayOne WC Mama’s Bonus, receive a sealed envelope with each purchase from 4/26-
Mama’s Bonus-
DayOne WC Mother’s Day Raffle, for every NPG you attend from 4/25-
Mother’s Day Raffle-
2 pm, Free Estate Planning 101 Law Talk from Shirley White Law at giggle
Estate Planning is a complicated area of law and one filled with misconceptions. In this session we will attempt to shed some light on this area as well as clear up misconceptions you may have. We will talk about what happens when someone dies without having an estate plan. We will discuss the difference between having a Will and a Trust as well as how important it is to name guardians for minor children. Finally, we will discuss how to name individuals to take care of financial and medical affairs should you ever become incapacitated. Questions? Shirley@shirleywhitelaw.com
Monday, May 3rd: 12:15-
YogaWorks
Reconnect with yourself body, mind and spirit. Play with your baby and make new friends
while regaining your strength and endurance. Yoga is an excellent way to regain
your shape, strength and energy after giving birth, as well as learn techniques for
breath and body awareness. This class is designed for mothers and their pre-
4 Mondays each month
5/3-
12:15-
PRICE
$25 FOR EACH ONE MONTH SERIES/MEMBERS*
$40 FOR EACH ONE MONTH SERIES/NONMEMBERS*
SINGLE CLASS DROP-
To register 925-
7 pm the 8th Book Club Meeting “A Thousand Splendid Suns” by Khaled Hosseini, New Members Welcome! Want to join?
Email: hilarie_hsu@hotmail.com
Looking for an excuse to NOT read that ‘baby related’ book? Need an evening out to converse with other adults? Join our Book Club and don’t worry, no baby related books allowed!
Once a month, the first week of the month will be the timeframe for each Book Club Meeting. At each meeting, the next date will be decided and the Host will select the next book to be read and the time that works best for them. The Host will be responsible for drinks and appetizers for that meeting. We will all take turns, so come join in the fun! If you cannot make some of the meetings, that’s okay! Just email me that you would like to join so that you are on the “Exclusive BOOK CLUB List!”
WHERE: Location will be emailed out to all on the member list.
INTERESTED?: RSVP that you would like to join to (hilarie_hsu@hotmail.com)
Wed. May 5th: 9:30 am FREE BABY BOOTCAMP CLASS at giggle
Alicia Cervenka Free Mini Photo Sessions at DayOne WC
(see DayOne Baby for details)
Alicia Cervenka (www.ac-
FREE Story Time:
Wednesday mornings at 11am at giggle with a Speech
Therapist. (Details under Monthly Activities Baby)
Join us every Wednesday for interactive storytelling -
3:30 pm Wed. Weekday Baby Signing PlayGroup
at giggle, Drop Ins welcome, (Details under Community Baby);
Email: drchauss@yahoo.com for questions
Welcome! We have formed a new Sign Language Playgroup Club. It is open to everyone with babies of all ages. This is an opportunity to meet with other parents to learn and exchange ways to use sign language with your baby. The format of the meeting will include Story time & Song time based on sign language for the babies followed by Open Exchange for the parents. Each lesson will be lead by Michelle (Serena’s Mom), Toby (Penny’s Mom) or Hilarie (Kylah’s Mom), who demonstrate an easy to sign story and/or song.
During open exchange you can learn and re-
However if you have taken a course or have basic knowledge this group will help solidify and enhance your usage. Meetings will be held on Wednesdays at 3:30 pm.
If you are interested in participating please email Michelle (Serena's mom) for further details. drchauss@yahoo.com
Thursday, May 6th:
OUTDOOR Playdate: 1-
Come play in the spray of the Pleasant Hill water park!
Pleasant Hill Park opened
a water spray area at there pool last year and it was a hit with the little ones.
Crawling or walking you and your little one will enjoy the spray from these cool
features on a warm day. Admission is $1 for adults and $2 per child. Ariel (Riley's
mom) will play host for this play date. We will meet inside the pool area and play
from 1pm to 3pm please bring a snack to share. If the day ends up not being warm
enough the group will relocate to the toddler area of the park near the sand area.
Event will be canceled and rescheduled in case of rain. Park Address: 147 Gregory
Lane Pleasant Hill
7 pm BABIES the Movie Sneak Peek Premiere! Free Movie Tickets!
AMC Metreon, SF, see Home Page for Details!
THE BABIES ARE COMING!
Enter our BABIES contest for your chance to receive passes to the advance screening of BABIES in San Francisco on Thursday, May 6th!
As BABIES the Movie focuses on four babies from around the world, let's celebrate the babies in OUR area!
Just email me (hilarie_hsu@hotmail.com) your favorite photo of your little one with their name and age in the photo, you'll be featured on our website for the month of May!
Perfect for May with Mother's Day around the corner, come celebrate BABIES by having a fun Mom's Night Out or celebrate motherhood with your family and enjoy this movie.
Families & children are welcome, they just request for your consideration should your child be unhappy to please vacate the theater for the movie going enjoyment of the rest of the audience. There are several nursing scenes should it make some older children uncomfortable, please be advised.
BABIES
Opening: May 7, 2010
MPAA rating: PG
Trailer: www.Babiesthemovie.com
BABIES the movie simultaneously follows four babies around the world from birth to first steps. The children are, Ponijao who lives near Opuwo, Nambia; Bayarjargal, from Mongolia, near Bayanchandani; Mari, who lives in Tokyo, who lives in Tokyo, Japan; and Hattie, from San Francisco, California.
Please note:
*Tickets will be provided to you via mail or handed to you personally.
*All photos submitted will be used solely in connection with this contest on the HHH Website.
*Contest ENDS on 4/26, so enter ASAP!
Saturday, May 8th CANCELLED for THIS DAY ONLY!
10-
(Details under Tots Treasures & Musical Baby)
Chrissy's Sing Move Fun Saturday Class is on hiatus till June due to the pending latest addition to her family! Congratulations Chrissy!
Sing Move Fun is a parent participation musical play class that incorporates music, movement and developmental play. It is a class for you to come and have fun; singing, dancing, and playing with your little one. While having fun your child will develop language skills, social skills, gross motor skills, and much more. Learn new songs and sing old favorites. We will use many props, puppets, and instruments to engage your little ones.
Class is Saturdays at 10 am-
Mention you saw it on Hilarie's Helpful Hints and receive a free trial class.
Drop in’s welcome! $10.00 per class.
10-
Downtown Walnut Creek, Raffles, Prizes and more.
(Details on the DayOne Baby & Monthly Activities)
Celebrate Motherhood by participating in the Bouquets and Bubblies event from 10:00 until 2:00, hosted by the Downtown Walnut Creek Business Association. Cost: $8 in advance, $10 on the day of the event. Please visit www.walnutcreekdowntown.com for more information.
10:30-
(Details on the Home Page & Monthly Activities)
Big Fun for Little Kids! Check out the PDF Link on the Home Page & the Flyer too!
Sunday, May 9th: HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY Mommies, Grandmas, Aunties & more!
Special 10% savings at DayOne Walnut Creek for Mother’s Day!
Enjoy a special Mother’s Day gift -
11:30 am -
Working Parents Playgroup meeting
At Larkey Park, 2nd & 4th Sundays of the Month
email ?: carolyn.eisen@gmail.com
Working Parents Playgroup
Let's get together to chat about the challenges of working
full-
while also being a full-
Monday, May 10th:
12:15-
Reconnect with yourself body, mind and spirit. Play with your baby and make new friends
while regaining your strength and endurance. Yoga is an excellent way to regain
your shape, strength and energy after giving birth, as well as learn techniques for
breath and body awareness. This class is designed for mothers and their pre-
4 Mondays each month
5/3-
12:15-
PRICE
$25 FOR EACH ONE MONTH SERIES/MEMBERS*
$40 FOR EACH ONE MONTH SERIES/NONMEMBERS*
SINGLE CLASS DROP-
To register 925-
Wed. May 12th:
Story Time Wednesday mornings at 11am at giggle with a Speech
Therapist. (Details under Monthly Activities Baby)
Join us every Wednesday for interactive storytelling -
3:30 pm Wed. Weekday Baby Signing PlayGroup
at giggle, Drop Ins welcome, (Details under Community Baby);
Email: drchauss@yahoo.com for questions
Welcome! We have formed a new Sign Language Playgroup Club. It is open to everyone with babies of all ages. This is an opportunity to meet with other parents to learn and exchange ways to use sign language with your baby. The format of the meeting will include Story time & Song time based on sign language for the babies followed by Open Exchange for the parents. Each lesson will be lead by Michelle (Serena’s Mom), Toby (Penny’s Mom) or Hilarie (Kylah’s Mom), who demonstrate an easy to sign story and/or song.
During open exchange you can learn and re-
However if you have taken a course or have basic knowledge this group will help solidify and enhance your usage. Meetings will be held on Wednesdays at 3:30 pm.
If you are interested in participating please email Michelle (Serena's mom) for further details. drchauss@yahoo.com.
Saturday, May 15th:
10-
(Details under Tots Treasures & Musical Baby)
Chrissy's Sing Move Fun Saturday Class is on hiatus till June due to the pending latest addition to her family! Congratulations Chrissy!
Sing Move Fun is a parent participation musical play class that incorporates music, movement and developmental play. It is a class for you to come and have fun; singing, dancing, and playing with your little one. While having fun your child will develop language skills, social skills, gross motor skills, and much more. Learn new songs and sing old favorites. We will use many props, puppets, and instruments to engage your little ones.
Class is Saturdays at 10 am-
Mention you saw it on Hilarie's Helpful Hints and receive a free trial class.
Drop in’s welcome! $10.00 per class.
Weekend PLAYDATE: 11 am till 2 pm: Studio Grow Concord;
(Details on HOME PAGE & Monthly Activities)
Calling all Working Parents and Families: Special Visit day!
Join fellow HHH Website Families for a special “play-
Interested in a frequent pass? Mention the HHH Website and you’ll receive a savings of over 20%!
Come anytime that day and we look forward to seeing you there.
RSVP for your Spot: hilarie_hsu@hotmail.com
3-
Ros (Soren’s Mom!) at her home
(Details on HOME PAGE & Monthly Activities)
Whether you are looking for the fun and creative birthday party for your preteen
that will actually keep them interested the whole time, a lavish Bat Mitzvah activity
that also doubles as a party favor, or a quaint get-
On Saturday, May 15th please join us in the gated pool area at Legacy Walnut Creek,
1555 Riviera Ave 3rd floor Walnut Creek, from 3-
Just for Hilarie Helpful Hinters, Ros is offering this party at a discounted rate of $33 per person instead of the regular $41. Our first project will be an amazing necklace made with Swarovski crystals! Bring a snack or a dessert to share with the other moms. She will provide drinks for everyone. See you there!
Sunday, May 16th: 11-
Where: Scottish Rite Center, Oakland (1547 Lakeside Dr.)
Over 70 Vendors, Workshops & Goodie Bags
Join local vendors for this fun event that brings together all things baby related! The East Bay Baby and Kids Fair has shopping, workshops, demos, a free raffle, story time, photo booth, music circle, and more. For more info: www.eastbaybabyfair.com
Monday, May 17th:
12:15-
Reconnect with yourself body, mind and spirit. Play with your baby and make new friends
while regaining your strength and endurance. Yoga is an excellent way to regain
your shape, strength and energy after giving birth, as well as learn techniques for
breath and body awareness. This class is designed for mothers and their pre-
4 Mondays each month
5/3-
12:15-
PRICE
$25 FOR EACH ONE MONTH SERIES/MEMBERS*
$40 FOR EACH ONE MONTH SERIES/NONMEMBERS*
SINGLE CLASS DROP-
To register 925-
Tuesday, May 18th: 3:30 pm Cooking Club’s 6th Meeting! Theme: Fruit Dishes
New members welcome! Email: China (chinaharvey1@gmail.com) (Details on Community Baby)
Love to cook? Better yet, love to eat? Join our new cooking club!
Here's how it would work: First you would RSVP that you would like to join. Then once a month, whoever volunteers to host will choose a theme (Mediterranean food, holiday meal, vegetarian—whatever the host would like).
The host will send out an Evite where those attending will sign up for which course
they would like to make-
There we will enjoy a fantastic dinner, share our great recipes, and have some nice conversation! You don't have to be a great cook. Making an easy dish that other moms can make on a weeknight would be great. Or you can go all out and experiment with fancy new recipes. All are welcome!
If you're interested in joining, email China (Chloe’s Mom) chinaharvey1@gmail.com
Wed. May 19th: Story Time Wednesday mornings at 11am at giggle with a Speech
Therapist. (Details under Monthly Activities Baby)
Join us every Wednesday for interactive storytelling -
3:30 pm Wed. Weekday Baby Signing PlayGroup
at giggle, Drop Ins welcome, (Details under Community Baby);
Email: drchauss@yahoo.com for questions
Welcome! We have formed a new Sign Language Playgroup Club. It is open to everyone with babies of all ages. This is an opportunity to meet with other parents to learn and exchange ways to use sign language with your baby. The format of the meeting will include Story time & Song time based on sign language for the babies followed by Open Exchange for the parents. Each lesson will be lead by Michelle (Serena’s Mom), Toby (Penny’s Mom) or Hilarie (Kylah’s Mom), who demonstrate an easy to sign story and/or song.
During open exchange you can learn and re-
However if you have taken a course or have basic knowledge this group will help solidify and enhance your usage. Meetings will be held on Wednesdays at 3:30 pm.
If you are interested in participating please email Michelle (Serena's mom) for further details. drchauss@yahoo.com.
Thursday, May 20th: Father’s Day Keepsake & Gift Creation Opportunity!
12-
Make mugs, picture frames or clay impressions
with your little one, perfect for gifts & keepsakes
ATTN: Newborn Babies & Big Milestone Birthdays Families
Have you been wanting to capture your little one's hands and feet prints in a creative
way? Can you never make it to Brushstrokes in Berkeley?
Don't worry, JUST in time
for Fathers Day, they will come to YOU in Walnut Creek!
Offered on a Thursday.
for your convenience on May 20th from (12-
All of these will be delivered back to giggle for
pick up in time for Father’s Day, JUST in time for the big day! RSVP for your spot
& items today, color choices are also offered with free ribbons to match! Examples
of products are on the community bookcase in giggle and check out the Creative Baby
Link for clay impression example photos too.
More info/RSVP: hilarie_hsu@hotmail.com
Friday, May 21st: Musical Playdate! 11 am Rockin’ Kids Sing A Long
(Music & Language playdate)
Yogurt Harmony in Berkeley, Reduced Fee for our group!
(Details on Home Page, Musical Baby & Tots Treasures)
Join us at a Musical Playdate this month! Rockin’ Kids Sing A Long combines music, story, play and three languages into their learning play, stories and song. Usually the entrance fee is $10.00 per family but if you RSVP for the event, your rate will be only $5.00 per family, yippee! RSVP: hilarie_hsu@hotmail.com
Saturday, May 22nd: LAST Class until the end of June!
10-
(Details under Tots Treasures & Musical Baby)
Chrissy's Sing Move Fun Saturday Class is on hiatus till June due to the pending latest addition to her family! Congratulations Chrissy!
Sing Move Fun is a parent participation musical play class that incorporates music, movement and developmental play. It is a class for you to come and have fun; singing, dancing, and playing with your little one. While having fun your child will develop language skills, social skills, gross motor skills, and much more. Learn new songs and sing old favorites. We will use many props, puppets, and instruments to engage your little ones.
Class is Saturdays at 10 am-
Mention you saw it on Hilarie's Helpful Hints and receive a free trial class.
Drop in’s welcome! $10.00 per class.
10:30-
Baby Boot Camp members will receive 20% your purchase!
Baby Boot Camp Sports Basement discount day from 10:30am-
10-
$55.00 (20% 2nd family member) or also available on 5/27
Sponsored by: Viva El Espanol, Workshop #1
Straight-
Giving directives
Presenting options
Alternatives to using “no”
Day-
Dates: Saturday, May 22: 10am-
Cost: $55 for Workshop #1 (2nd family member 20% discount)
Location: Viva el Español Main Campus, 3451 Golden Gate Way, Lafayette
PDF LINK for More Information; Sign up: Email allison@vivaelespanol.org or call
925-
2:30-
Tammie Knight (tammiemk@sbcglobal.net) will be showcasing her unique miniature room boxes on Saturday, May 22nd at giggle at 1359 N. Main St., Walnut Creek, from 2:30 – 6:30 pm.
This is absolutely a 'Can't Miss Event'. Since Tammie was a young girl she has tinkered with all things small for countless hours. As a teenager she spent weekend after weekend visiting the Museum of the City of New York’s top floor (where the dollhouses lived). She even convinced a Madison Avenue dollhouse shop that miniatures were in her blood and in spite of her complete lack of retail experience they should hire her...and they did. Some of her most notable clients were Gene Wilder, Marlo Thomas, Dustin Hoffman, Donald Trump (she assisted in the creation of Ivanka Trump’s dollhouse), and Sotheby’s New York, to name a few.
Included here are several of the miniature cribs that Tammie creates, and many will
be available at the show! Cribs can be purchased individually or as part of miniature
room or scene. Prices range from $45 -
If it exists in life-
Please feel free to send this email to friends and other groups who may be interested
in attending. Sweet treats and mini-
The raffle prize is a small, very sweet, gender-
Sunday, May 23rd: 11:30 am -
Working Parents Playgroup meeting
At Larkey Park, 2nd & 4th Sundays of the Month
email ?: carolyn.eisen@gmail.com
Working Parents Playgroup
Let's get together to chat about the challenges of working
full-
while also being a full-
Father’s Day Keepsake & Gift Creation Opportunity!
2-
Make mugs, picture frames, piggy banks or clay impressions
with your little one, perfect for gifts & keepsakes
ATTN: Newborn Babies & Big Milestone Birthdays Families
Have you been wanting to capture your little one's hands and feet prints in a creative
way?
Don't worry, JUST in time for Father’s Day!
Offered on a Sunday for your
convenience May 23rd (2-
All of these will be delivered back to giggle
for pick up before Father’s Day, JUST in time for the big day! RSVP for your spot
& items today, color choices are also offered with free ribbons to match! Examples
of products are on the community bookcase in giggle and check out the Creative Baby
Link for clay impression example photos too.
More info/RSVP: hilarie_hsu@hotmail.com
Monday, May 24th:
11:30-
BabyWearing Meeting, Every 4th Monday of the month!
Have questions about what baby carrier would work best for you and your baby? Want
to try on different ones and learn what the differences there? The BabyWearing group
meets once a month, the 4th Monday of the month, currently at the Sports Basement
in Walnut Creek from 11:30-
12:15-
Reconnect with yourself body, mind and spirit. Play with your baby and make new friends
while regaining your strength and endurance. Yoga is an excellent way to regain
your shape, strength and energy after giving birth, as well as learn techniques for
breath and body awareness. This class is designed for mothers and their pre-
4 Mondays each month
5/3-
12:15-
PRICE
$25 FOR EACH ONE MONTH SERIES/MEMBERS*
$40 FOR EACH ONE MONTH SERIES/NONMEMBERS*
SINGLE CLASS DROP-
To register 925-
Wed. May 26th: SPECIAL EDITION:
Story Time Wednesday mornings at 11am at giggle with a Speech
Therapist. (Details under Monthly Activities Baby)
Join us every Wednesday for interactive storytelling -
3:30 pm Wed. Weekday Baby Signing PlayGroup
at giggle, Drop Ins welcome, (Details under Community Baby);
Email: drchauss@yahoo.com for questions
Welcome! We have formed a new Sign Language Playgroup Club. It is open to everyone with babies of all ages. This is an opportunity to meet with other parents to learn and exchange ways to use sign language with your baby. The format of the meeting will include Story time & Song time based on sign language for the babies followed by Open Exchange for the parents. Each lesson will be lead by Michelle (Serena’s Mom), Toby (Penny’s Mom) or Hilarie (Kylah’s Mom), who demonstrate an easy to sign story and/or song.
During open exchange you can learn and re-
However if you have taken a course or have basic knowledge this group will help solidify and enhance your usage. Meetings will be held on Wednesdays at 3:30 pm.
If you are interested in participating please email Michelle (Serena's mom) for further details. drchauss@yahoo.com.
Thursday, May 27th: 7-
$55.00 (20% 2nd family member) or also available on 5/22
Sponsored by: Viva El Espanol, Workshop #1
Straight-
Dates: Saturday, May 22: 10am-
Cost: $55 for Workshop #1 (2nd family member 20% discount)
Location: Viva el Español Main Campus, 3451 Golden Gate Way, Lafayette
PDF LINK for More Information; Sign up: Email allison@vivaelespanol.org or call
925-
Friday, May 28th: Playdate of the Month: Tilden Park Little Farm
The Animals are Having Babies, so bring your Baby to meet Them!
Join us for a picnic lunch and then a meet and greet with many of the animals of Little Farm, come anytime from 10:30 am till 2 pm!
Suggested Items to Bring:
1) a picnic blanket 2) a treat to share with the group 3) your own lunch 4) celery & lettuce to feed the animals.
We’ll enjoy each other’s company and the animals with our little ones!
The Little Farm, Tilden Nature Area and Environmental Education Center in Tilden
Regional Park offer many nature-
Central Park Drive
Berkeley, CA 94701 (510) 525-
Friday, May 28th-
DayOne Membership Weekend (Friday to Monday)
The Rockin' Kids Sing-
Each sing-
VIVA DE ESPANOL LOGO
Free Trial Class of Your Choice: Music, Arts or Pre-
**Special Offer for HHH Families in May 2010**
Enroll the same day as your FREE Trial
Class and take $20 off your enrollment!
Call Viva el Español, 925-
Parent & Me -
Tuesday 10:30am (Space is limited – Call
to reserve Free Trial spot)
Thursday 9:30am
Thursday 10:30am (Space is limited – Call
to reserve Free Trial spot)
For 1-
Every
class is a fiesta! The niños, niñas and their grown-
Parent & Me -
Monday 9:30am
Wednesday 9:30am (Full -
For children 18 months -
A class specially designed to encourage and support
a child's daily use of the Spanish language and to teach parents vocabulary for continued
home interaction. Books, songs and activities compliment age-
For 3-
50 minute Regular Pre-
$155 for a 10-
Monday -
Tuesday & Thursday 3:00pm
Friday 4:00pm
Saturday 10:00am or 11:15am
110 minute – Extended Pre-
$275 for a 10-
Monday -
Wednesday 1:00pm – 2:50pm
We cover themes that are relevant to your child's life and learn words that are easy
to remember and use outside of class. Books, songs and activities compliment Pre-
3451 Golden
Gate Way
Lafayette, CA 94549
Phone 925-
www.vivaelespanol.org
For
class schedules of other Viva el Español locations in the SF Bay Area, call us or
visit www.vivaelespanol.org:
Alameda, Pleasanton & San Francisco
Lango is a Spanish, French and Mandarin immersion program for kids. We believe children
acquire language best through their natural way of learning, PLAY! If you consider
how your child began acquiring (and may still be acquiring) their language skills,
you’ll probably recognize that play, mimicry and song were all a part of their learning.
Our structured curriculum includes games, music, art, stories and dramatic play,
all in the chosen language. We teach summer camps, after school programs (pre-
Email LangoKids@gmail.com for a free trial or more information.
(new!) STORYTIME!! (new!)
Lango and giggle are teaming up to add storytime at their Walnut Creek location! Bring your little (or big) ones for a free storytime in Spanish, French or Mandarin. Contact LangoKids@gmail.com for more information.
SPANISH
BABIES (6 -
TOTS/PARENTS (18mo -
PRESCHOOL (3 -
ELEMENTARY (5 -
MANDARIN
BABIES (6 -
TOTS/PARENTS (18mo -
PRESCHOOL (3 -
ELEMENTARY (5 -
COMING SOON!
SUMMER CAMP 2010
Mandarin and Spanish week-
Below is a little more info about LANGO:
www.langokids.com/regions/contra-
Below is a little more info about our METHOD & CAMPS:
At LANGO we use many levels of learning and multiple senses to help children understand and retain a new language. In a typical class they will see, hear and touch the things they are learning. If the lesson is "in" and "out", they will experience in and out in a variety of ways, maybe through parachute play or walking through rings or seeing the puppet Cosmo Dog work through an action. We call this "Adventure Learning" and this approach draws on various methods of teaching languages, including Total Physical Response, the Rassias Method and Howard Gardner's Theory of Multiple Intelligences. Taken in combination, these methods suggest that kids learn best when their entire person is involved–not just listening and speaking, but moving, singing, dancing, playing, feeling, creating and solving problems. At Camp Lango, we take Adventure Learning a step further, as kids follow the adventures of our characters the Lango Kids, and then go on their own "adventures," challenging activities that they feel great about completing.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Katie Bidstrup
Lango Area Owner-
LangoKids@gmail.com
www.langokids.com
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Music Together is the internationally recognized music and movement classes for babies,
toddlers and preschoolers along with the grown-
Our family-
Music Together
classes provide you with playful, engaging ways for you and your child to come together
and interact musically. With this kind of interaction, your child learns that music
is fun and his or her musical skills start to form. You'll hear your child sing to
herself (maybe after class is long over!) and see her bounce, rock or jump to the
beat. You'll watch your baby experience the vibrations he feels on the big drum,
or see his excited reaction to his favorite song.
Music education benefits all areas
of learning from language and math skills, to small and large motor abilities and
even social and emotional development.
Visit http://www.musictogether.com/Home to find your nearest location and schedule
your free preview class!
Music Together will be offering Free Demonstration Classes
again in June, we’ll announce it with June’s newsletter. Meanwhile, please click
on the logo/link above to find a Music Together class nearest you!
Sing Move Fun
Chrissy's Sing Move Fun Saturday Class is on hiatus till June due to the pending
latest addition to her family! Congratulations Chrissy!
Sing Move Fun is a parent participation musical play class that incorporates music, movement and developmental play. It is a class for you to come and have fun; singing, dancing, and playing with your little one. While having fun your child will develop language skills, social skills, gross motor skills, and much more. Learn new songs and sing old favorites. We will use many props, puppets, and instruments to engage your little ones.
Class is Saturdays at 10 am-
Mention you saw it on Hilarie's Helpful Hints and receive a free trial class.
Drop in’s welcome! $10.00 per class.
COMMUNITY BABY
Care Share
Date night is back with no extra costs!
Care Coordinator: Brittany Steward
mbsteward@gmail.com or 925-
Care Share is an opportunity for parents to exchange child care services with one another. This works if everyone participating is willing to provide care as well as receive care from other parents. Imagine, we can go out on date night and not have to worry about the extra expenses of child care! Plus, we have learned more about each other and our babies at DayOne than most people get to know the local teenage babysitter! So, why not Care Share?!
As easy as 1-
1. Contact the Care Coordinator with dates/times you are available to provide care or when you request care.
2. The Care Coordinator update the calendar to reflect what is available. Updates will be posted on Hilarie’s website. The Care Coordinator will also contact the providers/requesters as needed.
3. From there, it is in the hands of the parent who is requesting care to work out the fine details with the care provider who is available to watch their child(ren).
Care Share Ethics:
Please respect one another and our babies.
Protect contact and child information; please do not distribute info to others without permission from our participating parents.
If you ask for care, you commit to providing care.
This program is still an infant (ha!) Suggestions are welcomed and encouraged.
Access the Calendar at:
Cooking Club Inviting Members!
Love to cook? Better yet, love to eat? Join our new cooking club!
Here's how it would work: First you would RSVP that you would like to join. Then once a month, whoever volunteers to host will choose a theme (Mediterranean food, holiday meal, vegetarian—whatever the host would like).
The host will send out an Evite where those attending will sign up for which course
they would like to make-
There we will enjoy a fantastic dinner, share our great recipes, and have some nice conversation! You don't have to be a great cook. Making an easy dish that other moms can make on a weeknight would be great. Or you can go all out and experiment with fancy new recipes. All are welcome!
If you're interested in joining, email me at chinaharvey1@gmail.com.
Book Club Inviting Members!
Looking for an excuse to NOT read that ‘baby related’ book? Need an evening out to converse with other adults? Join our Book Club and don’t worry, no baby related books allowed!
Once a month, the first week of the month will be the timeframe for each Book Club Meeting. At each meeting, the next date will be decided and the Host will select the next book to be read and the time that works best for them. The Host will be responsible for drinks and appetizers for that meeting. We will all take turns, so come join in the fun! If you cannot make some of the meetings, that’s okay! Just email me that you would like to join so that you are on the “Exclusive BOOK CLUB List!”
INTERESTED?: RSVP that you would like to join to (hilarie_hsu@hotmail.com)
The Chef & Mini Chef’s Corner!
Did you all know we have a Chef in our midst? Nancy (Sasha’s Mom) will be kindly contributing recipes that are YUMMY for Adults and also can be converted to be just as YUMMY for Kids! She’ll share a recipe ONCE a month and throughout the month, anyone who would like to also share their recipes, please email them to me at hilarie_hsu@hotmail.com AND post them on Discussion Baby!
http://messageboard.bayandbee.com/
From the Mouth of the Chef!
This month’s recipe is: Smoked Salmon Sandwiches
Smoked Salmon Sandwiches
1 french baguette
Garlic clove
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Chives
1/4 Cup Mascarpone
Caramelized onion( Saute 1-
capers
Lemon
Smoked Salmon
Cut your baguette down the middle and into three-
In a bowl, mix mascarpone with a little salt, pepper and finely chopped chives and a little lemon zest.
Once your baguette has cooled a bit, assemble your sandwich. First spread a layer of mascarpone mixture then caramelized onions. Last, lay your smoked salmon and sprinkle with capers and a squeeze of lemon juice.
You may want to add some arugula for an added touch to your baguette sandwich.
LEARNING BABY
Lango is a Spanish, French and Mandarin immersion program for kids. We believe children
acquire language best through their natural way of learning, PLAY! If you consider
how your child began acquiring (and may still be acquiring) their language skills,
you’ll probably recognize that play, mimicry and song were all a part of their learning.
Our structured curriculum includes games, music, art, stories and dramatic play,
all in the chosen language. We teach summer camps, after school programs (pre-
Email LangoKids@gmail.com for a free trial or more information.
(new!) STORYTIME!! (new!)
Lango and giggle are teaming up to add storytime at their Walnut Creek location! Bring your little (or big) ones for a free storytime in Spanish, French or Mandarin. Contact LangoKids@gmail.com for more information.
SPANISH
BABIES (6 -
TOTS/PARENTS (18mo -
PRESCHOOL (3 -
ELEMENTARY (5 -
MANDARIN
BABIES (6 -
TOTS/PARENTS (18mo -
PRESCHOOL (3 -
ELEMENTARY (5 -
COMING SOON!
SUMMER CAMP 2010
Mandarin and Spanish week-
Below is a little more info about LANGO:
www.langokids.com/regions/contra-
Below is a little more info about our METHOD & CAMPS:
At LANGO we use many levels of learning and multiple senses to help children understand and retain a new language. In a typical class they will see, hear and touch the things they are learning. If the lesson is "in" and "out", they will experience in and out in a variety of ways, maybe through parachute play or walking through rings or seeing the puppet Cosmo Dog work through an action. We call this "Adventure Learning" and this approach draws on various methods of teaching languages, including Total Physical Response, the Rassias Method and Howard Gardner's Theory of Multiple Intelligences. Taken in combination, these methods suggest that kids learn best when their entire person is involved–not just listening and speaking, but moving, singing, dancing, playing, feeling, creating and solving problems. At Camp Lango, we take Adventure Learning a step further, as kids follow the adventures of our characters the Lango Kids, and then go on their own "adventures," challenging activities that they feel great about completing.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Katie Bidstrup
Lango Area Owner-
LangoKids@gmail.com
www.langokids.com
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
VIVA DE ESPANOL LOGO
“Spanish for Parents and Caregivers”: Workshop Series
Straight-
Workshop #1: For all levels of Spanish learners
Giving directives
Presenting options
Alternatives to using “no”
Day-
Dates: Saturday, May 22: 10am-
Cost: $55 for Workshop #1 (2nd family member 20% discount)
Location: Viva el Español Main Campus, 3451 Golden Gate Way, Lafayette
PDF LINK for More Information
Sign up: Email allison@vivaelespanol.org or call 925-
VIVA DE ESPANOL LOGO
Free Trial Class of Your Choice: Music, Arts or Pre-
**Special Offer for HHH Families in May 2010**
Enroll the same day as your FREE Trial
Class and take $20 off your enrollment!
Call Viva el Español, 925-
Parent & Me -
Tuesday 10:30am (Space is limited – Call
to reserve Free Trial spot)
Thursday 9:30am
Thursday 10:30am (Space is limited – Call
to reserve Free Trial spot)
For 1-
Every
class is a fiesta! The niños, niñas and their grown-
Parent & Me -
Monday 9:30am
Wednesday 9:30am (Full -
For children 18 months -
A class specially designed to encourage and support
a child's daily use of the Spanish language and to teach parents vocabulary for continued
home interaction. Books, songs and activities compliment age-
For 3-
50 minute Regular Pre-
$155 for a 10-
Monday -
Tuesday & Thursday 3:00pm
Friday 4:00pm
Saturday 10:00am or 11:15am
110 minute – Extended Pre-
$275 for a 10-
Monday -
Wednesday 1:00pm – 2:50pm
We cover themes that are relevant to your child's life and
learn words that are easy to remember and use outside of class. Books, songs and
activities compliment Pre-
3451 Golden Gate Way
Lafayette, CA 94549
Phone 925-
www.vivaelespanol.org
For
class schedules of other Viva el Español locations in the SF Bay Area, call us or
visit www.vivaelespanol.org:
Alameda, Pleasanton & San Francisco
TOTS TREASURES