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Happy Father’s Day!  Welcome to the June 2010 calendar!  Lots of RSVP events so make sure you confirm your attendance ASAP as spaces are limited.

 

A quick May recap of the fun happenings with many thanks to our May Superstars:

    next one!  (Photo Gallery Link to Playdate of the Month Event)

 

Check out this quick overview of the June 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!

 

June Quick Calendar of Monthly Activities:

ALL RSVP REQUIRED Events, please note & email the designated organizer for the event!

 

Wed. June 2nd:      FREE Story Time:  

     Wednesday mornings at 11am at giggle

    (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

 

Friday, June 4th:  Musical Playdate!  11 am Rockin’ Kids Sing A Long

                            Storybook Theme: Opposites

                             Yogurt Harmony in Berkeley

                             (Details on Home Page, Musical Baby & Tots Treasures)

Saturday, June 5th:

10-10:45 am Sing! Move! Fun! Music Class (Sub Teacher) at giggle

(Details under Tots Treasures & Musical Baby)

 

10 am:  Oakland Public Library's Family Play Days at the Eastmont Branch, 7200 Bancroft, Suite 211, on the second floor of the Eastmont Mall.  The Family Play Day program begins with open play, story/circle times and parenting workshops.

(Details on Home Page)

     

           11 am – 2 pm Bumblebee Ceramic Handprints will be at Right Start in WC

1567 Botelho Drive

Walnut Creek, CA 94596-5102
Call today to schedule your appointment (925) 974-1590

 

Monday, June 7th:  

12:15-1:15 pm  Mom & Baby Yoga (Yoga for Moms!) at

       YogaWorks

 

12:30 pm and 2 pm: FREE!  Special Animal Show from Wild Kingdom & its host Peter Gros at Jelly Belly Factory, photo ops available after with the animals!

6:30 pm the 9th Book Club Meeting “The Irresistible Henry House” by Lisa Grunwald, New Members Welcome! Want to join?  

Email: hilarie_hsu@hotmail.com

(Details on Community Baby) 

 

Wed. June 9th:      FREE Story Time:  

       Wednesday mornings at 11am at giggle

        (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

 

       3-5 pm Scottish Lily Jewelry Creation Party with

                                Ros (Soren’s Mom!) at her home

     (Details under Home Page & Monthly Activities Baby)

 

Saturday, June 12th   

                            10-10:45 am Sing! Move! Fun! Music Class (Sub Teacher) at giggle          

       (Details under Tots Treasures & Musical Baby)

 

                1 pm Cook Once, Eat Twice Demo cooking class at giggle

FREE! Cut down on kitchen time so you can spend more time enjoying your new baby! This class teaches you to make the most of your time in the kitchen by cooking two meals from the same main ingredient. Taught by Amber Wilson, M.S. R.D.

 

                       

Sunday, June 13th:   

       11:30 am -12:30 pm (Local Park)

        Working Parents Playgroup meeting

          2nd & 4th Sundays of the Month

                               email ?: carolyn.eisen@gmail.com

 

Monday, June 14th:

12:15-1:15 pm  Mom & Baby Yoga (Yoga for Moms!) at YogaWorks

 

Tuesday, June 15th:

2-6 pm   PLAYDATE OF THE MONTH!

                                 At RECESS: URBAN RECREATION (play center for Kids)

                                RSVP to hilarie_hsu@hotmail.com to receive the discount rate!

 

Wed.  June 16th:   

     Story Time Wednesday mornings at 11am at giggle

    (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

 

     3:00 pm – 7:30 pm Stay and Play

     Pixieland Benefit to help Children’s Hospital in Oakland

     15% of the proceeds will go to Children’s Hospital

 

Friday, June 18th:  Musical Playdate!  11 am Rockin’ Kids Sing A Long

         Theme: Rockin’ Kids Celebrates Dads

                              Yogurt Harmony in Berkeley

                             (Details on Home Page, Musical Baby & Tots Treasures)

 

Saturday, June 19th:  

      10-10:45 am Sing! Move! Fun! Music Class (Sub teacher) at giggle          

       (Details under Tots Treasures & Musical Baby)

 

    Weekend PLAYDATE:  11 am till 2 pm: Studio Grow Berkeley;

         (Details on HOME PAGE & Monthly Activities)  

 

     3-5 pm Scottish Lily Jewelry Creation Party with

                                    Ros (Soren’s Mom!) at her home

     (Details under Home Page & Monthly Activities Baby)

 

 

Sunday, June 20th:  Happy Father’s Day Everyone!

                                  Yippee for Grandpa’s & Uncles too!

 

Monday, June 21st:

  10-1 pm:  Special Creative Baby Event:  

                                        BumbleBee Ceramic Handprints in Walnut Creek

                                        Come make ornaments, magnets & plaques in

                                         all shapes & sizes for your keepsake

                                         of your little one or for a present!

                                        RSVP: hilarie_hsu@hotmail.com

                                         (Details on the Home Page & Creative Baby)

 

12:15-1:15 pm  Mom & Baby Yoga (Yoga for Moms!) at YogaWorks

 

Tuesday, June 22nd:  5:30 pm – 8:30 pm Cooking Club’s 7th Meeting!  

                                   Theme: Summertime Luau

New members welcome!  Email: China (chinaharvey1@gmail.com)           (Details on Community Baby) 

 

Wed. June 24th:     10:30 am Kindermusik: Free! First Class! Theme: Creatures of the Sea

Thursday, June 24 at 10:30am
Thursday, July 8, 15, 22 and 29 at 10:30am

Join this special free DEMO class. Enjoy developmentally appropriate songs, movement, instrument play and more in this fun music class for children and parents. It's a great opportunity to share the love of music with your child!

FIRST CLASS IS FREE! $124 for 5 class pass. Pre-registration required. Call 925-746-0300 or email walnutcreek@giggle.com.

 

                   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

 

Friday, June 25th-27th     DayOne Membership Weekend (Friday to Sunday)

 

Saturday, June 26th:  

       10-10:45 am Sing! Move! Fun! Music (Sub Teacher) at giggle          

       (Details under Tots Treasures & Musical Baby)

 

11 am – 2 pm Bumblebee Ceramic Handprints will be at Right Start in San Francisco

2411 California Street
San Francisco, CA 94115-2619
(415) 441-0564

       6:30-9:30 pm; FREE!

       Health & Wellness Event for New & Expectant Families

       Join your local Bay Area Itsabelly Baby Planners, Amy Kux and      

      Athena Serapio, for a night out with your very own local experts!

       Lullaby Lane, San Bruno; Appetizers & Smoothies to Enjoy

       (Details on the Home Page)

 

 

Sunday, June 27th:  

                               11:30 am -12:30 pm (Local Park)

       Working Parents Playgroup meeting

          2nd & 4th Sundays of the Month

                               email ?: carolyn.eisen@gmail.com

 

       10-1 pm  WEEKEND PLAYDATE of the MONTH:

       At RECESS: URBAN RECREATION

                  RSVP to hilarie_hsu@hotmail.com to receive the discount rate!

 

          8 pm  Parents’ Night Out Pre-Party and Movie Premiere    

                                          Invitation!

          KNIGHT and DAY (featuring Tom Cruise & Cameron Diaz)

                            Pre-Party Pizza, Raffle, Games & Prizes then Movie Time!

 

Monday, June 28th:

 

11:30-1:30 pm BabyWearing Meeting,

Babywearing Playgroup (BWI Contra Costa)
Interested in learning how to do a back carry with your Ergo? Don't know how to use that Moby Wrap that you got at your baby shower? Having a second baby & not sure how you are going to keep up with your energetic toddler? We can help you! Our group meets every 4th Monday of the month from 11:30 - 1:30 (next one is on 6/28). If you plan to attend, please email group leader Renita at babywearingmom@gmail.com for location & address. Spreading the babywearing love.

 

12:15-1:15 pm  Mom & Baby Yoga (Yoga for Moms!) at YogaWorks

 

Wed. June 30th:    Story Time Wednesday mornings at 11am at giggle

      (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

 

    LAST DAY to SAVE on Violet’s Peapods!

      (Details under Membership & Monthly Activities page)                               

 

      

 

 *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-Sharing is where moms swap babysitting duties instead of paying the neighborhood teen to watch their infant.  Since we have a great group of moms around DayOne, we may have a great opportunity to support each other through Care-Sharing based on where we live or where the date is going to be!”      --Brittany (Nate’s Mom)

 

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)  “Health Care Directives”

             --Shirley M. White, Esq.

   www.shirleywhitelaw.com

CREATIVE BABY

10-1 pm  WEEKEND PLAYDATE of the MONTH:

       At RECESS: URBAN RECREATION

                  RSVP to hilarie_hsu@hotmail.com to receive the discount rate &

        parking tips & details!

 

Recess will be our next BIG Playdate of the Month!  HHH Members who RSVP and attend will receive a discounted fee of just $5.00 per family for this drop in and play session and anyone who signs up as members for classes, will also receive a ½ off their registration fee if you join during the month of June.  

 

recess • urban recreation is a community space for kids and their adults in San Francisco.  For kids ages 0-4, recess boasts a 3200 sq ft developmentally-rich indoor playspace, movement classes, art exploration, story time, music classes, and dance parties.  For their adults, recess offers a chance to connect with other parents/caregivers, a cafe area, lending library, and wellness services with child care in the adjoining playspace (physical therapy, pilates, massage, & yoga).   In conjunction with local professionals, recess also runs parent education workshops, new mom's groups and expectant parent resources.   The goal at recess is to offer space for families to play, learn and be well.  Come visit:  470 carolina st, san francisco, 94107 or www.recessurbanrecreation.com.

 

        8 pm  Parents’ Night Out Pre-Party and Movie Premiere Invitation!

          KNIGHT and DAY (featuring Tom Cruise & Cameron Diaz)

                            Pre-Party Pizza, Raffle, Games & Prizes then Movie Time!


Whomeever would like to join us, Brendan Theaters in Concord is offering a special event in conjunction with Skipolini's Pizza, the Pre-Show party from 6-7:45 pm, includes an all u can eat pizza, garlic bread, salad and drink buffet, games, prizes, raffle and more for $11.00 a person.

 

Then off to the theater at 8 pm for the movie, general admission prices apply. I’ll forward you the link to purchase your tickets, confirming the #’s as a group provides you with additional perks, so RSVP soon! hilarie_hsu@hotmail.com.

 

 

Monday, June 28th:

 

11:30-1:30 pm BabyWearing Meeting,

email: Renita (babywearingmom@gmail.com)

 

BabyWearing Meeting, Every 4th Monday of the month!

Babywearing Playgroup (BWI Contra Costa)
Interested in learning how to do a back carry with your Ergo? Don't know how to use that Moby Wrap that you got at your baby shower? Having a second baby & not sure how you are going to keep up with your energetic toddler? We can help you! Our group meets every 4th Monday of the month from 11:30 - 1:30 (next one is on 6/28). If you plan to attend, please email group leader Renita at babywearingmom@gmail.com for location & address. Spreading the babywearing love.
 

 

12:15-1:15 pm  Mom & Baby Yoga (Yoga for Moms!) at 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-crawling babies.

 

4 Mondays each month

6/7-6/28

12:15-1:15 PM

 

PRICE

$25 FOR EACH ONE MONTH SERIES/MEMBERS*

$40 FOR EACH ONE MONTH SERIES/NONMEMBERS*

SINGLE CLASS DROP-IN: $8/MEMBERS $10/NONMEMBERS

To register 925-478-7272

 

Wed. June 30th:    Story Time Wednesday mornings at 11am at giggle

      (Details under Monthly Activities Baby)

 

Join us every Wednesday for interactive storytelling -- a fun way to develop your child's imagination and foster a love of reading!  

 

     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-learn everyday and useful signs to use with your baby. This is a great for those who want to implement sign language. You do not need to know sign language to join. You will learn by attending meetings.

 

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

 

    LAST DAY to SAVE on Violet’s Peapods!

      (Details under Membership page & Monthly Activities page)

Violet's Peapod offers a unique line of baby sleep sacks available in an
assortment of absolutely adorable fabrics. This East Bay Mom designs her
peapod-shaped sleep sacks in-house, and has them made locally using fabrics
made of natural and organic fabrics.  They are having a SALE and just launched a new line, including a new organic version.

Hilarie's Helpful Hints members may enjoy 10% off all online purchases now through June 30, 2010.  Use coupon code HHH2010 at checkout.

2-6 pm   PLAYDATE OF THE MONTH!

                                 At RECESS: URBAN RECREATION (play center for Kids)

                                RSVP to hilarie_hsu@hotmail.com to receive the discount rate &

          parking tips & details!

 

Recess will be our next BIG Playdate of the Month!  HHH Members who RSVP and attend will receive a discounted fee of just $5.00 per family for this drop in and play session and anyone who signs up as members for classes, will also receive a ½ off their registration fee if you join during the month of June.  

 

recess • urban recreation is a community space for kids and their adults in San Francisco.  For kids ages 0-4, recess boasts a 3200 sq ft developmentally-rich indoor playspace, movement classes, art exploration, story time, music classes, and dance parties.  For their adults, recess offers a chance to connect with other parents/caregivers, a cafe area, lending library, and wellness services with child care in the adjoining playspace (physical therapy, pilates, massage, & yoga).   In conjunction with local professionals, recess also runs parent education workshops, new mom's groups and expectant parent resources.   The goal at recess is to offer space for families to play, learn and be well.  Come visit:  470 carolina st, san francisco, 94107 or www.recessurbanrecreation.com.

 

Wed.  June 16th:   

     Story Time Wednesday mornings at 11am at giggle

    (Details under Monthly Activities Baby)

 

Join us every Wednesday for interactive storytelling -- a fun way to develop your child's imagination and foster a love of reading!  

 

       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-learn everyday and useful signs to use with your baby. This is a great for those who want to implement sign language. You do not need to know sign language to join. You will learn by attending meetings.

 

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

 

10:00 am – 7:30 pm

        Special Performance by “The Jumpitz” at 3:00 pm

       Pixieland Benefit to help Children’s Hospital in Oakland

                               15% of the proceeds will go to Children’s Hospital

 

Located at 2740 E. Olivera Road, Concord, Join us and Stay and Play at Pixieland, open from 10-7:30 pm to help make a difference in a child’s life, 15% of the proceeds will go to Children’s Hospital Oakland.  A special performance by “THE JUMPITZ” at 3 pm that day!

Tickets are only $1.75 or purchase a book of tickets.  Rides are perfect for little ones with a train, cars to drive, tea cups, carousel, even a roller coaster!  

 

More info: www.pixieland.com

 

Friday, June 18th:  Musical Playdate!  11 am Rockin’ Kids Sing A Long

         StoryBook Theme for the day: Rockin’ Kids Celebrates Dads

                              Yogurt Harmony in Berkeley

                             (Details on Home Page, Musical Baby & Tots Treasures)

 

Rockin’ Kids Sing A Long combines music, story, play and three languages into their learning play, stories and song.  

  
 The Rockin' Kids Sing-A-Long is hosted by Stephanie Pepitone, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and former punk rock singer/guitarist. Stephanie plays acoustic guitar and leads families in about an hour's worth of singing, dancing, music making and fun/chaos. Features original children's music and some of your old time favorites. Fun for all ages! Weekly shows on Friday mornings in Oakland and Berkeley. To check the Rockin' Kids Calendar of shows and hear Stephanie's music go to:
http://www.rockinkidssingalong.com
 
Each sing-a-long features:  
 
1)  Dance/Movement
 
2)  Jam session with instruments
 
3)  Fun songs that teach about counting, the alphabet, shapes, opposites, etc.
 
4)  Trilingual nursery rhymes in English/Spanish/Chinese (Mandarin) Story time

 

Saturday, June 19th:  

 

Featured Photographer: Hold’ em Photography with Shannon Kincaid

In Clayton or Tilden Park (your choice!) 9 am – 2 pm slots.

Visit Photo Baby & the Featured Photography for packages & for details.

 

    Weekend PLAYDATE:  11 am till 2 pm: Studio Grow Berkeley;

         (Details on HOME PAGE & Monthly Activities)  

 

Calling all Working Parents and Families: Special Visit day!

Join fellow HHH Website Families for a special “play-date” day anytime from 11 AM to 2 PM.

 

This is your opportunity to see what Studio Grow Berkeley is all about

meet and mingle with other families and their little ones for a special discounted rate available just for us! (Only $7.00 vs. the $9.00);

Interested in a frequent pass? Mention the HHH Website and you’ll receive a savings!

Come anytime that day and we look forward to seeing you there.

RSVP for your Spot: hilarie_hsu@hotmail.com

http://www.Studio Grow.com/

 

     3-5 pm Scottish Lily Jewelry Creation Party with

                                    Ros (Soren’s Mom!) at her home

     (Details under Home Page & Monthly Activities Baby)

 

 

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-together for a few of your closest friends, Sottishlily has you covered.

 

Please join us in the gated pool area at Legacy Walnut Creek, 1555 Riviera Ave 3rd floor Walnut Creek, from 3-5 pm for some mommy only time and make some amazing jewelry to take home with you or just in time for Father’s Day as a present to yourself or fellow family member!

 

Just for Hilarie Helpful Hinters, Ros is offering this party at a discounted rate of $33 per person instead of the regular $41. Our 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, June 20th:  Happy Father’s Day Everyone!

                                  Yippee for Grandpa’s & Uncles too!

 

Monday, June 21st:

  10-1 pm:  Special Creative Baby Event: Creative Playdate

                                         BumbleBee Ceramic Handprints in Walnut Creek

                                        Come make ornaments, magnets & plaques in

                                         all shapes & sizes for your keepsake

                                         of your little one or for a present!

                                        RSVP: hilarie_hsu@hotmail.com

                                         (Details on the Home Page & Creative Baby)

 

Capturing the memories you cherish…

Come and buzzz around as Bumblebee Ceramic Handprints will be hosting a "playdate-print day" in her Walnut Creek home studio! Bumblebee Ceramic Handprints offers unique, personalized ceramic keepsakes of your baby's hand and foot prints.  They use high-quality, non-toxic ceramic clay to take a detailed impression; it is then personalized, glazed and kiln fired to create a lasting keepsake for years to come.

 When:  Monday, June, 21st

Time:  10am-1pm

What to bring:  your little one’s fingers, toes and a snack to share; coffee/tea and bagels will be provided by Amy Wright, the host.

*please RSVP by Monday June 14th to hilarie_hsu@hotmail.com to attend!

Pricing

Double-$60, Single-$45

Triple-$75, Quad-$90

Ornament-$30, Magnet/gum dish-$25

Cash or Check only

 Your prints will be available for pickup in 4-6 weeks after the event.

For more information or to view samples visit: www.bumblebeehandprints.com or contact them directly @ 925.472.0725, info@bumblebeehandprints.com

 

12:15-1:15 pm  Mom & Baby Yoga (Yoga for Moms!) at 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-crawling babies.

 

4 Mondays each month

6/7-6/28

12:15-1:15 PM

 

PRICE

$25 FOR EACH ONE MONTH SERIES/MEMBERS*

$40 FOR EACH ONE MONTH SERIES/NONMEMBERS*

SINGLE CLASS DROP-IN: $8/MEMBERS $10/NONMEMBERS

To register 925-478-7272

 

Tuesday, June 22nd:  5:30 pm – 8:30 pm Cooking Club’s 7th Meeting!  

                                   Theme: Summertime Luau

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--entree, side, appetizer, dessert, special drink, etc.  Then you will bring your completed dish (or almost completed--you may have some finishing touches to do) to the host’s house, along with your recipe.  

 

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. June 24th:  10:30 am Kindermusik: Free! First Class! Theme: Creatures of the Sea

Thursday, June 24 at 10:30am
Thursday, July 8, 15, 22 and 29 at 10:30am

Join this special free DEMO class. Enjoy developmentally appropriate songs, movement, instrument play and more in this fun music class for children and parents. It's a great opportunity to share the love of music with your child!

FIRST CLASS IS FREE! $124 for 5 class pass. Pre-registration required. Call 925-746-0300 or email walnutcreek@giggle.com.

 

 

        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 -- a fun way to develop your child's imagination and foster a love of reading!  

       

       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-learn everyday and useful signs to use with your baby. This is a great for those who want to implement sign language. You do not need to know sign language to join. You will learn by attending meetings.

 

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

 

Friday, June 25th-27th     DayOne Membership Weekend (Friday to Sunday)

 

Saturday, June 26th:  

 

11 am – 2 pm Bumblebee Ceramic Handprints will be at Right Start in San Francisco

2411 California Street
San Francisco, CA 94115-2619
(415) 441-0564

                   (Example of product & prices on Home Page)

For more information or to view samples visit: www.bumblebeehandprints.com or contact them directly @ 925.472.0725, info@bumblebeehandprints.com

       6:30-9:30 pm; FREE!

       Health & Wellness Event for New & Expectant Families

       Join your local Bay Area Itsabelly Baby Planners, Amy Kux and      

      Athena Serapio, for a night out with your very own local experts!

       Lullaby Lane, San Bruno; Appetizers & Smoothies to Enjoy

       (Details on the Home Page)

 

Heath & Wellness Event for New and Expecting Families

6:30pm to 9pm on Saturday, June 26, 2010

Lullaby Lane, 556 San Mateo Ave, San Bruno CA

 

Join your local Bay Area Itsabelly Baby Planners, Amy Kux and Athena Serapio, for a night out with the experts.  

 

Speakers for the night include your very own local professionals:

 

Dr. Alan Greene, M.D., Pediatrician & Author of Raising Baby Green and Feeding Baby Green

Karen Pollak, Sleep Consultant, Babies 2 Sleep & Doubletalk

Hilarie Hsu, Hilarie's Helpful Hints

Baby Boot Camp

Jenny Lee Photography

Letitia Heshmat, Heshmat Pain Management Clinic

The Baby Cuisine Cookbook

 

Enjoy scrumptious appetizers from Wild Tree and delicious fruit smoothies from Sweet Connections, San Bruno.

 

- Hot Giveaways from sponsors, including a $500 Britax Chaperone System (infant car seat, stroller and base for car)!  

- Special goody bags for the first 50 families that come through the door.

- 10 minute massages provided by Heshmat Pain Management Clinic

 

R.S.V.P. at athena@itsa-belly.com

 

Sunday, June 27th:  

                               11:30 am -12:30 pm (Local Park)

       Working Parents Playgroup meeting

          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-time
while also being a full-time mommy! Playgroup meets 2
nd & 4th Sundays of the month at a Local Park.  Email Carolyn (Abby's Mom) at carolyn.eisen@gmail.com if you are interested.

 

Music Together is the internationally recognized music and movement classes for babies, toddlers and preschoolers along with the grown-ups who love them.
Our family-style classes expose children to a rich variety of musical experiences, letting them explore music at their own level, whatever their age or stage of development.

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!

Sign up now for a Music Together summer class near you! Our 6 week semester is a great way to bring some new songs and music-making into your child's life this summer.
To take a free preview class, visit one of our ongoing Spring classes NOW to experience Music Together and find out more about this fun, research-based program.
Full information about classes near you can be found by going to musictogether.com and entering your zip code  into the Class Locator.

DAYONE BABY

 

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 925-933-DAY1 (3291)

 

Introductory Workshops  

Saturday,  July 31 11:00 - 12:30 p.m.

Saturday,  Sept. 25 11:00 - 12:30 p.m.

Saturday,  Nov. 20 11:00 - 12:30 p.m.

 

Six-day Playgroup Series

Saturdays May 29 - July 10 11:00 - 12:00 p.m. Playgroup Zoom No class 7/3

Saturdays Aug. 7 - Sept. 18 11:00 - 12:00 p.m. Playgroup Zoom No class 9/4 PENDING APPROVAL

 

MONTHLY ACTIVITIES: JUNE

 

Wed. June 2nd:      FREE Story Time:  

     Wednesday mornings at 11am at giggle

    (Details under Monthly Activities Baby)

 

Join us every Wednesday for interactive storytelling -- a fun way to develop your child's imagination and foster a love of reading!  

 

      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-learn everyday and useful signs to use with your baby. This is a great for those who want to implement sign language. You do not need to know sign language to join. You will learn by attending meetings.

 

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

 

Friday, June 4th:  Musical Playdate!  11 am Rockin’ Kids Sing A Long

                            Storybook Theme for today: Opposites

                             Yogurt Harmony in Berkeley

                             (Details on Home Page, Musical Baby & Tots Treasures)

Rockin’ Kids Sing A Long combines music, story, play and three languages into their learning play, stories and song.  

  
 The Rockin' Kids Sing-A-Long is hosted by Stephanie Pepitone, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and former punk rock singer/guitarist. Stephanie plays acoustic guitar and leads families in about an hour's worth of singing, dancing, music making and fun/chaos. Features original children's music and some of your old time favorites. Fun for all ages! Weekly shows on Friday mornings in Oakland and Berkeley. To check the Rockin' Kids Calendar of shows and hear Stephanie's music go to:
http://www.rockinkidssingalong.com
 
Each sing-a-long features:  
 
1)  Dance/Movement
 
2)  Jam session with instruments
 
3)  Fun songs that teach about counting, the alphabet, shapes, opposites, etc.
 
4)  Trilingual nursery rhymes in English/Spanish/Chinese (Mandarin) Story time

 

Saturday, June 5th:

10 am:  Oakland Public Library's Family Play Days at the Eastmont Branch, 7200 Bancroft, Suite 211, on the second floor of the Eastmont Mall.  The Family Play Day program begins with open play, story/circle times and parenting workshops.

(Details on Home Page)

     

           11 am – 2 pm Bumblebee Ceramic Handprints will be at Right Start in WC

1567 Botelho Drive

Walnut Creek, CA 94596-5102
Call today to schedule your appointment (925) 974-1590

           (Example of product & prices on Home Page)

For more information or to view samples visit: www.bumblebeehandprints.com or contact them directly @ 925.472.0725, info@bumblebeehandprints.com

Monday, June 7th:  

12:15-1:15 pm  Mom & Baby Yoga (Yoga for Moms!) at

       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-crawling babies.

 

4 Mondays each month

6/7-6/28

12:15-1:15 PM

 

PRICE

$25 FOR EACH ONE MONTH SERIES/MEMBERS*

$40 FOR EACH ONE MONTH SERIES/NONMEMBERS*

SINGLE CLASS DROP-IN: $8/MEMBERS $10/NONMEMBERS

To register 925-478-7272

 

12:30 pm and 2 pm: FREE!  Special Animal Show from Wild Kingdom & its host Peter Gros at Jelly Belly Factory, photo ops available after with the animals!

Wild Kingdom host and renowned conservationist Peter Gros and his traveling band of live animals will make an appearance at the Jelly Belly Visitor Center conference rooms on Monday June 7 with two shows at 12:30 pm and 2 pm; photo opportunities to follow each show. Stop by to see the beautiful assortment of critters great and small, to include the fennec fox, ringtail lemur, alligator and tarantula!  The shows are free and no reservations are required.

6:30 pm the 9th Book Club Meeting “The Irresistible Henry House” by Lisa Grunwald, New Members Welcome! Want to join?  

Email: hilarie_hsu@hotmail.com

(Details on Community Baby) 

 

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. June 9th:      FREE Story Time:  

       Wednesday mornings at 11am at giggle

        (Details under Monthly Activities Baby)

 

Join us every Wednesday for interactive storytelling -- a fun way to develop your child's imagination and foster a love of reading!  

 

      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-learn everyday and useful signs to use with your baby. This is a great for those who want to implement sign language. You do not need to know sign language to join. You will learn by attending meetings.

 

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

 

       3-5 pm Scottish Lily Jewelry Creation Party with

                                Ros (Soren’s Mom!) at her home

     (Details under Home Page & Monthly Activities Baby)

 

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-together for a few of your closest friends, Sottishlily has you covered.

 

Please join us in the gated pool area at Legacy Walnut Creek, 1555 Riviera Ave 3rd floor Walnut Creek, from 3-5 pm for some mommy only time and make some amazing jewelry to take home with you or just in time for Father’s Day as a present to yourself or fellow family member!

 

Just for Hilarie Helpful Hinters, Ros is offering this party at a discounted rate of $33 per person instead of the regular $41. Our 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!

 

Saturday, June 12th   

                                        

Featured Photographer: Hold’ em Photography with Shannon Kincaid

In Clayton or Tilden Park (your choice!) 9 am – 2 pm slots.

(Visit Photo Baby & the Featured Photography for packages & for details)

 

1 pm Cook Once, Eat Twice Demo cooking class at giggle

 

cook once, eat twice

WHEN: Saturday, June 12 at 1pm  

WHAT: Cut down on kitchen time so you can spend more time enjoying your new baby! This class teaches you to make the most of your time in the kitchen by cooking two meals from the same main ingredient. Taught by Amber Wilson, M.S. R.D.

WHERE: giggle Walnut Creek

HOW: EVENT IS FREE! Pre-registration required. Call 925-746-0300 or email walnutcreek@giggle.com

 

 

 

Sunday, June 13th:   

       11:30 am -12:30 pm (Local Park)

        Working Parents Playgroup meeting

          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-time
while also being a full-time mommy! Playgroup meets 2
nd & 4th Sundays of the month at a local park.  Email Carolyn (Abby's Mom) at carolyn.eisen@gmail.com if you are interested.

 

Featured Photographer: Hold’ em Photography with Shannon Kincaid

In Clayton or Tilden Park (your choice!) 9 am – 2 pm slots.

(Visit Photo Baby & the Featured Photography for packages & for details)

 

Monday, June 14th:

12:15-1:15 pm  Mom & Baby Yoga (Yoga for Moms!) at 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-crawling babies.

 

4 Mondays each month

6/7-6/28

12:15-1:15 PM

 

PRICE

$25 FOR EACH ONE MONTH SERIES/MEMBERS*

$40 FOR EACH ONE MONTH SERIES/NONMEMBERS*

SINGLE CLASS DROP-IN: $8/MEMBERS $10/NONMEMBERS

To register 925-478-7272

 

 

Tuesday, June 15th:

The Rockin' Kids Sing-A-Long is hosted by Stephanie Pepitone, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and former punk rock singer/guitarist. Stephanie plays acoustic guitar and leads families in about an hour's worth of singing, dancing, music making and fun/chaos. Features original children's music and some of your old time favorites. Fun for all ages! Weekly shows on Friday mornings in Oakland and Berkeley. To check the Rockin' Kids Calendar of shows and hear Stephanie's music go to: http://www.rockinkidssingalong.com

Each sing-a-long features:

Viva el Español Spanish Class Discount for HHH Families:
Enroll in June and receive a $20 credit towards any future enrollment.
Mention your HHH Family connection to receive your special June discount!
Contact us for a
FREE Trial Class!
Summer Schedule:
http://www.vivaelespanol.org/documents/Schedule_Summer_2010.pdf

Spanish Immersion Summer Camps 2010 & Daily Classes too!

Camps appropriate for ages 4-11 years old - Daily classes for all ages
The
Viva el Español Spanish Immersion Camps create a unique opportunity for children to learn or improve their Spanish language skills over the summer! During each week-long camp, students participate in interactive games, music and movement activities, and art projects that center around a specific kid-friendly theme.

This 2010 Summer's fabulous themes are:

''Journey to Japan''
''Boom! Splat! Kablooey! Explosive Science''
''Zoo Dunnit!!*??''
''Carnival Week!''
''Rainforest Expedition''
''Going Hawaiian''

Students learn useful vocabulary and phrases related to each theme. Each week culminates with a sing-along and presentation, where the kids get to show off what they learned.

9am-12pm Half-day sessions
9am-3pm Full-day sessions
8am-9am Extended care available

Camp Flyer, Dates, Locations and Registration Form:
http://www.vivaelespanol.org/documents/SpanishSummerPrograms2010v3.pdf

For questions about our Spanish Immersion Summer Camps or for daily class information, please visit
www.vivaelespanol.org, call 925-962-9177 or email info@vivaelespanol.org.
 


Viva el Español Spanish Language Center offers a variety of programs for children, from infants to teens. Our award-winning curriculum is content-enriched, meaning that we integrate learning of a specific subject area with language development so that language is acquired in a meaningful context. We use instructional techniques appropriate for children, and typical lesson plans include songs, rhymes, arts, crafts, games, play-acting, and other physical activities that appeal to children. "Spanish for kids - and adults too!"

Parent & Me - "Música" in Lafayette
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 1-3 year olds with an adult
$155 for a 10-class Pass
Every class is a fiesta! The niños, niñas and their grown-ups learn Spanish words and phrases as they play maracas and drums and sing-along to traditional songs from Central and South America. Maestro Jorge Liceaga shares his special instruments like el charango, el violín, el acordeón and "Pancho", his big-bellied mariachi bass to create a musical party for all!

Parent & Me - "Arte" in Lafayette
Monday 9:30am

Wednesday 9:30am (Full - Call to be waitlisted)
For children 18 months - 3 years with an adult
$155 for a 10-class Pass
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-appropriate painting, crafts and movement projects in a variety of kid-friendly themes.

PreSchool/Kindergarten Spanish in Lafayette

For 3-6 year olds, drop-off program

50 minute Regular Pre-K Program

$155 for a 10-class Pass

Monday - Friday 9:30am or 1pm
Tuesday & Thursday 3:00pm

Friday 4:00pm
Saturday 10:00am or 11:15am

110 minute – Extended Pre-K Program

$275 for a 10-class Pass

Monday - Friday 9:30am - 11:20am

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-School and Kindergarten age-appropriate art projects for each theme. Daily schedule includes: greetings, music/dancing/movement, stories, art projects, hands-on activities, learning games and imaginative play.

¡Viva el Español! Spanish Language Center
3451 Golden Gate Way
Lafayette, CA 94549

Phone 925-962-9177
info@vivaelespanol.org
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-school and elementary) and community-based classes. Visit www.langokids.com/regions/contra-costa  for more information. Classes are pro-rated for late enrollment.

 

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 - 17mo) -$99/10classes

TOTS/PARENTS (18mo - 3yrs)

PRESCHOOL (3 - 5yrs)

ELEMENTARY (5 - 10yrs)

 

MANDARIN

BABIES (6 - 17mo) -$99/10classes

TOTS/PARENTS (18mo - 3yrs)

PRESCHOOL (3 - 5yrs)

ELEMENTARY (5 - 10yrs)

 

COMING SOON!

 

 

SUMMER CAMP 2010

Mandarin and Spanish week-long, adventure camps in June and August! www.langokids.com/regions/contra-costa/camps

 

 

Below is a little more info about LANGO:

www.langokids.com/regions/contra-costa/camps  Lango is based out of San Francisco, CA and has locations across the US, from L.A. to New York City. We have recently opened up onto the international stage with classes in China, using the Lango Method to teach English. While play is at the core of our curriculum, we also know significant studies have reported that studying a foreign language over an extended period of time has been shown to accelerate cognitive development, resulting in higher math and English grades later in life, as well as higher SAT scores. That may be something that is important to you, or for many others it is simply the wonderful sounds of another language spoken or the idea of making future travel for their little ones easier. Our teachers are mostly native speakers and all have a sincere love of children.  Our classes are typically 45 minutes of instruction, one or two times per week. We believe language skills are retained best when they are encouraged at home, so we make class materials such as storybooks, flashcards, puppet Cosmo Dog (our language helper) and language-specific music available for purchase as well.

 

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-Contra Costa Co., CA
LangoKids@gmail.com
www.langokids.com/regions/contra-costa
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Viva el Español Spanish Class Discount for HHH Families:
Enroll in June and receive a $20 credit towards any future enrollment.
Mention your HHH Family connection to receive your special June discount!
Contact us for a
FREE Trial Class!
Summer Schedule:
http://www.vivaelespanol.org/documents/Schedule_Summer_2010.pdf

Spanish Immersion Summer Camps 2010 & Daily Classes too!

Camps appropriate for ages 4-11 years old - Daily classes for all ages
The
Viva el Español Spanish Immersion Camps create a unique opportunity for children to learn or improve their Spanish language skills over the summer! During each week-long camp, students participate in interactive games, music and movement activities, and art projects that center around a specific kid-friendly theme.

This 2010 Summer's fabulous themes are:

''Journey to Japan''
''Boom! Splat! Kablooey! Explosive Science''
''Zoo Dunnit!!*??''
''Carnival Week!''
''Rainforest Expedition''
''Going Hawaiian''

Students learn useful vocabulary and phrases related to each theme. Each week culminates with a sing-along and presentation, where the kids get to show off what they learned.

9am-12pm Half-day sessions
9am-3pm Full-day sessions
8am-9am Extended care available

Camp Flyer, Dates, Locations and Registration Form:
http://www.vivaelespanol.org/documents/SpanishSummerPrograms2010v3.pdf

For questions about our Spanish Immersion Summer Camps or for daily class information, please visit
www.vivaelespanol.org, call 925-962-9177 or email info@vivaelespanol.org.
 


Viva el Español Spanish Language Center offers a variety of programs for children, from infants to teens. Our award-winning curriculum is content-enriched, meaning that we integrate learning of a specific subject area with language development so that language is acquired in a meaningful context. We use instructional techniques appropriate for children, and typical lesson plans include songs, rhymes, arts, crafts, games, play-acting, and other physical activities that appeal to children. "Spanish for kids - and adults too!"

Parent & Me - "Música" in Lafayette
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 1-3 year olds with an adult
$155 for a 10-class Pass
Every class is a fiesta! The niños, niñas and their grown-ups learn Spanish words and phrases as they play maracas and drums and sing-along to traditional songs from Central and South America. Maestro Jorge Liceaga shares his special instruments like el charango, el violín, el acordeón and "Pancho", his big-bellied mariachi bass to create a musical party for all!

Parent & Me - "Arte" in Lafayette
Monday 9:30am

Wednesday 9:30am (Full - Call to be waitlisted)
For children 18 months - 3 years with an adult
$155 for a 10-class Pass
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-appropriate painting, crafts and movement projects in a variety of kid-friendly themes.

PreSchool/Kindergarten Spanish in Lafayette

For 3-6 year olds, drop-off program

50 minute Regular Pre-K Program

$155 for a 10-class Pass

Monday - Friday 9:30am or 1pm
Tuesday & Thursday 3:00pm

Friday 4:00pm
Saturday 10:00am or 11:15am

110 minute – Extended Pre-K Program

$275 for a 10-class Pass

Monday - Friday 9:30am - 11:20am

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-School and Kindergarten age-appropriate art projects for each theme. Daily schedule includes: greetings, music/dancing/movement, stories, art projects, hands-on activities, learning games and imaginative play.

¡Viva el Español! Spanish Language Center
3451 Golden Gate Way
Lafayette, CA 94549

Phone 925-962-9177
info@vivaelespanol.org
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

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-school and elementary) and community-based classes. Visit www.LangoKids.com/regions/contra-costa  for more information. Classes are pro-rated for late enrollment.

 

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 - 17mo) -$99/10classes

TOTS/PARENTS (18mo - 3yrs)

PRESCHOOL (3 - 5yrs)

ELEMENTARY (5 - 10yrs)

 

MANDARIN

BABIES (6 - 17mo) -$99/10classes

TOTS/PARENTS (18mo - 3yrs)

PRESCHOOL (3 - 5yrs)

ELEMENTARY (5 - 10yrs)

 

COMING SOON!

 

 

SUMMER CAMP 2010

Mandarin and Spanish week-long, adventure camps in June and August! www.langokids.com/regions/contra-costa/camps

 

 

Below is a little more info about LANGO:

www.langokids.com/regions/contra-costa/camps  Lango is based out of San Francisco, CA and has locations across the US, from L.A. to New York City. We have recently opened up onto the international stage with classes in China, using the Lango Method to teach English. While play is at the core of our curriculum, we also know significant studies have reported that studying a foreign language over an extended period of time has been shown to accelerate cognitive development, resulting in higher math and English grades later in life, as well as higher SAT scores. That may be something that is important to you, or for many others it is simply the wonderful sounds of another language spoken or the idea of making future travel for their little ones easier. Our teachers are mostly native speakers and all have a sincere love of children.  Our classes are typically 45 minutes of instruction, one or two times per week. We believe language skills are retained best when they are encouraged at home, so we make class materials such as storybooks, flashcards, puppet Cosmo Dog (our language helper) and language-specific music available for purchase as well.

 

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.

 

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Katie Bidstrup
Lango Area Owner-Contra Costa Co., CA
LangoKids@gmail.com
www.langokids.com/regions/contra-costa
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Music Together is the internationally recognized music and movement classes for babies, toddlers and preschoolers along with the grown-ups who love them.
Our family-style classes expose children to a rich variety of musical experiences, letting them explore music at their own level, whatever their age or stage of development.

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!

Sign up now for a Music Together summer class near you! Our 6 week semester is a great way to bring some new songs and music-making into your child's life this summer.
To take a free preview class, visit one of our ongoing Spring classes NOW to experience Music Together and find out more about this fun, research-based program.
Full information about classes near you can be found by going to musictogether.com and entering your zip code into the Class Locator.

COMMUNITY BABY

  

Care Share

Date night is back with no extra costs!

 

Care Coordinator: Brittany Steward

mbsteward@gmail.com or 925-349-4441

 

 

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 1-2-3:

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:

This program is still an infant (ha!)  Suggestions are welcomed and encouraged.

 

 

Access the Calendar at:

Care Share Calendar

 

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--entree, side, appetizer, dessert, special drink, etc.  Then you will bring your completed dish (or almost completed--you may have some finishing touches to do) to the host’s house, along with your recipe.  

 

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:   Broccolini Salad with Burrata Cheese

 

Broccolini Salad with Burrata Cheese

 

 

Burrata is a pouch of fresh mozzarella with a creamy center that's rich and buttery.  This yummy broccolini is served with big meaty olives, mushrooms and red onions. This is a nice side to your summer BBQ.

 

 

 

 

LEARNING BABY

The Rockin' Kids Sing-A-Long is hosted by Stephanie Pepitone, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and former punk rock singer/guitarist. Stephanie plays acoustic guitar and leads families in about an hour's worth of singing, dancing, music making and fun/chaos. Features original children's music and some of your old time favorites. Fun for all ages! Weekly shows on Friday mornings in Oakland and Berkeley. To check the Rockin' Kids Calendar of shows and hear Stephanie's music go to: http://www.rockinkidssingalong.com

Each sing-a-long features:

We are about to start Bubble Camp at Gymboree which is a great deal for everyone who enrolls.  
 
1. All children enrolled in a Play and Learn class will be able to take an unlimited number of Play and Learn classes, in their class level, for no extra charge.  Base price of the membership is $69/month.

2. Families will have a chance to add a 2nd program for only $10/month for each program.

3. Bubble Camp runs from June 15th - August 15th and is valid at our Lafayette, Oakland and El Cerrito sites.

 

For additional information about our schedule, please visit www.gymboreeclasses.com or email Judy at gymboreekids@comcast.net.

 

One other important thing to note for summer is that all of our sites are air conditioned which can be very nice if we ever get summer heat!

 

BABY & ME

Yoga for Moms & Pre-crawling Babies

 

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-crawling babies to enjoy the area at YogaWorks in Walnut Creek.

 

SESSION DATES & TIME

4 Mondays each month

6/7-6/28

12:15-1:15 PM

 

PRICE

$25 FOR EACH ONE MONTH SERIES/MEMBERS*

$40 FOR EACH ONE MONTH SERIES/NONMEMBERS*

SINGLE CLASS DROP-IN: $8/MEMBERS $10/NONMEMBERS

To register 925-478-7272

 

 

Kids Yoga Grades 1-3 with Jillian Bobowicz  Location: Walnut Creek   

 

 

Dates: Tuesday   6/1-6/22  

Time:  3:30 PM - 4:15 PM   

Yoga can have a powerful impact on your child, teaching valuable life skills like focus, self-esteem, patience, strength, flexibility and fun  

 

Kids Yoga Grades 4-5 with Jillian Bobowicz Location: Walnut Creek   

 

 

Dates: Thursday   6/3-6/24  

Time:  3:30 PM - 4:15 PM   

Yoga can have a powerful impact on your child, teaching valuable life skills like focus, self-esteem, patience, strength, flexibility and fun

 

 

 

 

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.
 
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 June at: http://babybootcamp.com/pages/class_location.aspx?i=970

MUSICAL BABY