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Welcome to the August 2010 calendar! This is ANIMAL month so come join us on our learning adventure!
A quick July recap of the fun happenings with many thanks to our July Superstars:
- Anita (Orion’s mom) for hosting the tenth “Book Club” night, where we had Indian Food with Naan, Lentil Curry, Cucumber Salad & Mango Ice Cream while chatting up the history of the San Francisco area as depicted by the book and the relationships discussed in “Daughter of Fortune” by Sophia Allende. We even got a history lesson from our resident historian, China and really delved into strong female character discussions and what true history was and discussed the evolution with circumstance of the Indian Natives & how they were affected. It was a wonderful “Parents’ Night Out!” See you all at the next book club meeting, all interested members are welcome!
- Mary Castle Photography with Carie Ferreira McGrane for offering her photography services for family portraits during the month of July.
- To all of the families who came out to play with us for our PLAYDATE of the MONTH at Encore Gym on 7/19 and 7/26! All of our outings were a huge success and we had a large turnout for each day, join us at (Photo Gallery Link to Playdate of the Month Event)
- Anthony and Alyssa (Santino’s Mom and Dad) for hosting our eighth “Cooking Club,” it was a great way to kick off the summer in our evening event with a “Mexican Fiesta!” Daddies, Mommies and Babies enjoyed a relaxing time with delicious food and an assortment of side dishes and entrees. We tried Shrimp Ceviche, Carnita Tostadas, 7 Layer Dip, Mexican Rice, Mexican Chili, Chicken Tortilla Soup & Mexican Wedding Cookies…with many more! Thank you to all for participating and contributing and much thanks to the Scotto Family 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!
- All the mommies and babies who came out to our “Rockin’ Musical Playdate” at Yogurt Harmony, we had a musical and rocking time!
- All the families who visited Play Café for their fun evening events in the month of July. Families who came and tried out “Kindermusik with Miss Lindsay” for the Peekaboo, I Love You series, it was a wonderful musical hour! (Photo Gallery Link to Playdate of the Month Event) All the Official HHH Member families who came out to our Pixieland in Concord for our Thursday afternoon and Friday evening private Playdate. (Photo Gallery Link to Playdate of the Month Event)
- Violet’s Peapods for sharing their product with our members and inviting HHH to be at the Sports Basement Baby and Sample Fair.
- All the families we met with and shared our website with at the Sports Basement Baby and Sample Fair for New and Expectant Parents, look forward to seeing you all again!
Check out this quick overview of the August 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!
August Quick Calendar of Monthly Activities:
ALL RSVP REQUIRED Events, please note & email the designated organizer for the event!
- Sunday, August 1st-
7 th: WORLD BREASTFEEDING WEEK
All dayone centers are celebrating “World Breastfeeding Week!”
Visit “Hints about Pregnancy” to learn about their offers, specials and discounts for this week. See how to enter to win a raffle for a Mustela breastpump, 1 Free Lactation Consultation or a Gift Basket filled with Breastfeeding Assistance Items.
- Monday, August 2nd:
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
Call for dates for August
12:15-
PRICE
$25 FOR EACH ONE MONTH SERIES/MEMBERS*
$40 FOR EACH ONE MONTH SERIES/NONMEMBERS*
SINGLE CLASS DROP-
To register 925-
PlayCafe in Oakland: Celebrating their One Year Anniversary &
their Recent Awards with special events from 8/2-
We will celebrate our 1 year anniversary August 2nd -
Admission on Thursday will be FREE with meal purchases.
We will have face painting
by Alana Dill every day from 11am -
Music with Ms. Nanci on Wednesday at 11am
Free
raffle for kids on Thursday, and other giveaways (from Pallens Martial Arts, The
Tulip Grove, Cats & Dogs movie items, Play Café 12 visit passes and many more)
7 pm the 11th Book Club Meeting “Trans-
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)
- Tuesday, August 3rd:
11 -
The Itty Bitty Bouncers is a Parent Participation, high energy, exploratory gymnastics class. Each week has a different theme with creative circuits where your child can explore and learn new skills. Your child will learn: balance, climbing, jumping, swinging, hand/eye and foot/eye coordination, patterning, timing, and spatial awareness, plus much more!
RSVP Required: hilarie_hsu@hotmail.com;
FEE: $3.00 for Official HHH Members; $5.00 for General HHH Members
PlayCafe in Oakland: Celebrating their One Year Anniversary &
their Recent Awards with special events from 8/2-
We will celebrate our 1 year anniversary August 2nd -
Admission on Thursday will be FREE with meal purchases.
We will have face painting
by Alana Dill every day from 11am -
Music with Ms. Nanci on Wednesday at 11am
Free
raffle for kids on Thursday, and other giveaways (from Pallens Martial Arts, The
Tulip Grove, Cats & Dogs movie items, Play Café 12 visit passes and many more)
- Wed. August 4th: FREE Story Time:
Wednesday mornings at 11am at giggle
(Details under Monthly Activities Baby)
Join us every Wednesday for interactive storytelling -
PlayCafe in Oakland: Celebrating their One Year Anniversary &
their Recent Awards with special events from 8/2-
We will celebrate our 1 year anniversary August 2nd -
Admission on Thursday will be FREE with meal purchases.
We will have face painting
by Alana Dill every day from 11am -
Music with Ms. Nanci on Wednesday at 11am
Free
raffle for kids on Thursday, and other giveaways (from Pallens Martial Arts, The
Tulip Grove, Cats & Dogs movie items, Play Café 12 visit passes and many more)
3:30 pm Wed. Weekday Baby Signing PlayGroup, FREE!
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
4:30 pm Wed. Infant Massage at giggle in WC, FREE!
Join giggle for this informative class taught by Britt Solomon, a birth and postpartum doula. Britt will help parents understand the power of touch, both as a connection between baby and caregiver and as a way to help calm your baby during fussy times. Britt will demonstrate some simple techniques and answer questions you may have.
- Thursday, August 5th:
PlayCafe in Oakland: Celebrating their One Year Anniversary &
their Recent Awards with special events from 8/2-
We will celebrate our 1 year anniversary August 2nd -
Admission on Thursday will be FREE with meal purchases.
We will have face painting
by Alana Dill every day from 11am -
Music with Ms. Nanci on Wednesday at 11am
Free
raffle for kids on Thursday, and other giveaways (from Pallens Martial Arts, The
Tulip Grove, Cats & Dogs movie items, Play Café 12 visit passes and many more)
FREE 411 on Doulas at giggle in WC at 1 pm
giggle hosts Britt Solomon, a birth and postpartum doula, to discuss the role of a doula, when it might be right for you and why you might consider a doula, even after you've given birth, and followed by a Q&A session.
- Friday, August 6th:
Musical Playdate! 11 am Rockin’ Kids Sing A Long
Storybook Theme: Trucks! Vroom Vroom!
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-
Each sing-
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, August 7th:
10-
Join us at Saturday Music Classes are at giggle.
(Details under Tots Treasures & Musical Baby)
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.
Weekend PLAYDATE: 11 am till 2 pm: StudioGrow Concord;
(Details on HOME PAGE & Monthly Activities)
Join fellow HHH Website Families for a special “play-
This is your opportunity to see what Studio Grow Concord 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 or want to save $ for each visit? Become an Official HHH Member and you’ll receive a savings of $2.00 per admission!
Come anytime that day and we look forward to seeing you there.
RSVP for your Spot: hilarie_hsu@hotmail.com
- Sunday, August 8th:
FEATURED PHOTOGRAPHER: Krista Lund PHOTOGRAPHY APPTS AVAILABLE
9 am or 1 pm; location of YOUR choice! Dates/times don’t work for you, email me to schedule a new date! Hilarie_hsu@hotmail.com
(Details under Photo Baby for packages and pricing)
- Monday, August 9th: 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-
4 Mondays each month
Call for dates for August
12:15-
PRICE
$25 FOR EACH ONE MONTH SERIES/MEMBERS*
$40 FOR EACH ONE MONTH SERIES/NONMEMBERS*
SINGLE CLASS DROP-
To register 925-
- Wed. August 11th: RINGLING BROS. & BARNUM & BAILEY CIRCUS:
BARNUM’S FUNUNDRUM!
Wed. Aug. 11-
Aug. 11 = 7:30 pm
Aug. 12 = 7:30 pm
Aug. 13 = 7:30 pm
Aug. 14 = 11 am, 3 pm, 7 pm
Aug. 15 = 1 pm, 5 pm
www.ringling.com
FREE Story Time:
Wednesday mornings at 11am at giggle
(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
- Thursdsay, August 12th:
RINGLING BROS. & BARNUM & BAILEY CIRCUS:
BARNUM’S FUNUNDRUM!
Wed. Aug. 11-
Aug. 11 = 7:30 pm
Aug. 12 = 7:30 pm
Aug. 13 = 7:30 pm
Aug. 14 = 11 am, 3 pm, 7 pm
Aug. 15 = 1 pm, 5 pm
www.ringling.com
Attention WORKING PARENTS, Those who couldn’t make our Tuesday Playdate Trial Class, Want to share the class with your Significant Other too?!
6:30 pm-
PHYSICAL PLAYDATE: ITTY BITTY BOUNCER CLASS! (Ages 1-
The Itty Bitty Bouncers is a Parent Participation, high energy, exploratory gymnastics class. Each week has a different theme with creative circuits where your child can explore and learn new skills. Your child will learn: balance, climbing, jumping, swinging, hand/eye and foot/eye coordination, patterning, timing, and spatial awareness, plus much more!
RSVP Required: hilarie_hsu@hotmail.com;
FEE: $3.00 for Official HHH Members; $5.00 for General HHH Members
- Friday, August 13th:
END OF THE SUMMER POOL PARTY! 11:00-
Join us as we wave good-
Even if you don’t want to swim or have your little one swim, that’s okay! Come join us with a dish or treat to share and we’ll enjoy each other’s company as we soak up the sun.
Please RSVP to hilarie_hsu@hotmail.com so that you may be added to the evite. All are welcome!
RINGLING BROS. & BARNUM & BAILEY CIRCUS:
BARNUM’S FUNUNDRUM!
Wed. Aug. 11-
Aug. 11 = 7:30 pm
Aug. 12 = 7:30 pm
Aug. 13 = 7:30 pm
Aug. 14 = 11 am, 3 pm, 7 pm
Aug. 15 = 1 pm, 5 pm
www.ringling.com
- Saturday, August 14th:
10-
(Details under Tots Treasures & Musical Baby)
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.
GET MOVIN’ FITNESS FUNDRAISER! 9-
We are excited to have you join the Get Movin’ fitness fundraiser on
Aug. 14. We promise
to deliver you a great workout that will not only
leave you sweating, but inspire
you. You’ll have an opportunity to:
Win raffle prizes, such as free pilates classes
and gift cards from
Peninsula Beauty Supply, Cook! SF, and L'Escape Spa to name a
few
- Learn the ins and outs of good nutrition from a nutritionist and chef
- Good, healthy eats
- Meet some local businesses with great offers to help you stay fit!
Most importantly, you will help raise money for the Boys and Girls
Club of the MidPeninsula,
a great organization that helps kids stay
fit through innovative sports programming.
Below are some more details
about the event. Feel free to pass along the invitation
to friends and
family. We want to help as many children as possible! If you have any
further
questions please check out our Facebook page at
http://www.facebook.com/pages/GET-
Thank
you!
RSVP: getmovinsanmateo@gmail.com.
WHERE:
Washington Park baseball diamond in Burlingame
850
Burlingame Avenue
Burlingame, Ca 94012
There’s a small parking lot on Burlingame Avenue,
but your best bet is
on Burlingame Avenue, just east of the train tracks. The baseball
field
is directly north of the playground.
WHEN:
August 14; 9-
choose your classes and get your raffle tickets.)
DAY DETAILS:
On
the day of the event you will have four classes every half hour to
choose from. Please
note that there is a 25-
class, so you should arrive early if
one particular class appeals to
you. The raffle will take place after each half hour
class. Where
noted with an (*) children under the age of 1 are welcome.
- Blast, a 30 minute interval training class
- Running for speed, 30 minutes of running drills intended to teach you how to improve speed
- Pre-
and post- natal exercises (*), safe and effective exercise for any stage of pregnancy - Core (*), tips and tricks to tighten your tummy
- Brazilian booty, techniques to firm up your rear
- Nutrition, presentation on how to personalize your food choices and the link between nutrition and health
- Yoga
- Cooking demo
WHAT TO BRING:
- A mat for core work
- 16-
24 ounces of water - A $10 check made out to the Boys and Girls Club of the Midpeninsula or $10 cash.
RINGLING BROS. & BARNUM & BAILEY CIRCUS:
BARNUM’S FUNUNDRUM!
Wed. Aug. 11-
Aug. 11 = 7:30 pm
Aug. 12 = 7:30 pm
Aug. 13 = 7:30 pm
Aug. 14 = 11 am, 3 pm, 7 pm
Aug. 15 = 1 pm, 5 pm
www.ringling.com
PONY RIDES & PETTING ZOO AT PLAY CAFE
Time: 12 PM, Saturday, 8/14
PlayCafe, LLC is
proud to present Pony Rides & Petting Zoo!
"They are one of the original Pony Party
and Traveling Petting Zoo Companies in the Bay Area. Our animals have given us the
opportunity to meet so many nice people over the years. Our ponies are lovingly cared
for and we hope you will enjoy them as much as we do. Our working ponies help support
our "Pony Rescue". We care for many aged ponies (48 year old Toby), blind, infirmed
ponies, and those with behavioral problems. Our rescue is "No Questions Asked" so
we have seen it all. Your support helps pay for their special feed, vet care, dentistry,
and a good life on our 10 acre ranch. You are invited to visit and come feed them
carrots."
Petting zoo
May include goats, rabbits,, chickens, ducks, geese, pot belly
pig, sheep and turkeys. They are put in child size pens to be pet, loved and adored.
We
have plenty of free parking in our lot.
Admission is $7 /Person
- Sunday, August 15th:
FEATURED PHOTOGRAPHER: Krista Lund PHOTOGRAPHY APPTS AVAILABLE
9 am or 1 pm; location of YOUR choice! Dates/times don’t work for you, email me to schedule a new date! Hilarie_hsu@hotmail.com
(Details under Photo Baby for packages and pricing)
RINGLING BROS. & BARNUM & BAILEY CIRCUS:
BARNUM’S FUNUNDRUM!
Wed. Aug. 11-
Aug. 11 = 7:30 pm
Aug. 12 = 7:30 pm
Aug. 13 = 7:30 pm
Aug. 14 = 11 am, 3 pm, 7 pm
Aug. 15 = 1 pm, 5 pm
11:30 am -
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-
while also being a full-
- Monday, August 16th:
FREE GYMBOREE LAFAYETTE TRIAL CLASS!
Want to save the $35.00 registration fee? Become an Official HHH Member and you will have this registration fee WAIVED!
(Details under Active Baby and Home Page)
Email to confirm your spot: hilarie_hsu@hotmail.com
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
Call for dates for August
12:15-
PRICE
$25 FOR EACH ONE MONTH SERIES/MEMBERS*
$40 FOR EACH ONE MONTH SERIES/NONMEMBERS*
SINGLE CLASS DROP-
To register 925-
- Tuesday, August 17th:
10-
Theme: BRUNCH
New members welcome! Email: China (chinaharvey1@gmail.com)
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. August 18th:
FREE Story Time:
Wednesday mornings at 11am at giggle
(Details under Monthly Activities Baby)
Join us every Wednesday for interactive storytelling -
EDUCATIONAL PLAYDATE:
LINDSAY WILDLIFE MUSEUM OUTING!
Did you know we have an animal museum right here in Walnut Creek? Right next to Larkey Park, join us as we explore & learn about all sorts of animals in a MUSEUM environment, we’ll be going as a group for a group rate so RSVP ASAP to hold your spot!
TIME: 10:30 am till 2:00 pm; anytime in this timeframe!
RATE: $7/General HHH Members; &5/Official HHH Members
Children older then 2 years old: $4.00; Children younger then 2 years old: FREE!
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, August 19th: OFFICIAL HHH MEMBERS SHOPPING NIGHT at giggle
6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
giggle invites Official HHH Members to enjoy an evening of light snacks, drinks and music as you have the store all to yourselves to shop, shop, shop! An additional 10% off all purchases (except strollers & cribs) will be given as a “THANK YOU” to Official HHH Members for your support! RSVP: hilarie_hsu@hotmail.com
- Friday, August 20th:
TILDEN PARK LITTLE FARM OUTING:
The Animals have had 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-
Musical Playdate! 11 am Rockin’ Kids Sing A Long
Storybook Theme: Truck Month! Big Truck Vroom Vroom
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-
Each sing-
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
COUPONING CLASS: from Julia Wessels of “The Frugal Find”
WHERE: Sports Basement Walnut Creek
TIME: 7-
Part of our “Living Well for Less” three month series, join us for an
educational class on how to ‘coupon’ to save money from groceries to household goods.
RSVP Required: hilarie_hsu@hotmail.com; FEE: $15.00 Per Person
- Saturday, August 21st:
FEATURED PHOTOGRAPHER: Krista Lund PHOTOGRAPHY APPTS AVAILABLE
9 am or 1 pm; location of YOUR choice! Dates/times don’t work for you, email me to schedule a new date! Hilarie_hsu@hotmail.com
(Details under Photo Baby for packages and pricing)
10-
Join us for Saturday Music Classes at giggle.
(Details under Tots Treasures & Musical Baby)
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.
- Sunday, August 22nd:
FEATURED PHOTOGRAPHER: Krista Lund PHOTOGRAPHY APPTS AVAILABLE
9 am or 1 pm; location of YOUR choice! Dates/times don’t work for you, email me to schedule a new date! Hilarie_hsu@hotmail.com
(Details under Photo Baby for packages and pricing)
FAMILY PLAYDATE! OAKLAND ZOO OUTING (10 am to 4 pm)
For Animal Month, we wanted to do a FAMILY PLAYDATE! Join us at the OAKLAND ZOO for a fun day amidst the animals, rides and fun! Come anytime that day and meet up with us when you can, we’ll be enjoying the Zoo and hope you can come too!
RSVP: hilarie_hsu@hotmail.com; if we have over 15 families, we can ask for the GROUP admission rate so email me if you plan to come for additional savings!
- Monday, August 23rd:
CULINARY PLAYDATE: 11:30 am-
Join us at Gioia Pizzeria on 1586 Hopkins St. in Berkeley for some slices of gourmet New York Style Pizza to go! Choose from many fantastic flavors such as NY style Cheese, Fennel Sausage, Broccoli Rabe and Garlic or the Funghi with three exotic mushrooms and parsley. They even offer a Pizza of the Day, like Zucchini with Pesto and Ricotta OR Fennel with Black Olives and Pecorino .
17 days agoThen we’ll pick up some delectable pastries from Hopkins Street Bakery, right next door and we’ll all venture up to the local park to enjoy our delicious slices of pizza and baked goods will the babies play in the park! Join us for some good eats and sweet treats!
11:30-
email: Renita (babywearingmom@gmail.com)
BWI Contra Costa Meeting (used to be a Playgroup & now it is an official meeting).
Contact Renita at babywearingmom@gmail.com for location details.
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 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
Call for dates for August
12:15-
PRICE
$25 FOR EACH ONE MONTH SERIES/MEMBERS*
$40 FOR EACH ONE MONTH SERIES/NONMEMBERS*
SINGLE CLASS DROP-
To register 925-
- Wed. August 25th:
Story Time Wednesday mornings at 11am at giggle
(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);
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
Email: drchauss@yahoo.com for questions
4:30 pm “Meet and Greet” the Animals at Larkey Park
Hilarie’s Helpful Hints has invited Tracy Hill from Furs, Scales & Tails to share over 18 types of animals with us during this 45 mins. Show. There will be an assortment of animals to see, touch, pet and take photographs with after our learning and greeting demonstration. Come meet chicks to chickens, snacks, guinea pigs, snakes, rabbits and many more!
Bring your picnic blanket and lawn chairs for a comfortable seat for this educational and interactive animal show! Bring your cameras and don’t be late, this show is not to be missed!
A Typical Fur, Scales, and Tails Show:
“There is very little set up involved (three
small folding card
tables). The Animal stars arrive in their travel containers.
Each
Animal is called out one at a time by name and presented to the
audience. Each
Animal then does a trick or two for the enjoyment
of the audience. Then that particular
Animal is presented to the
audience for some petting time. After every audience
member
gets a chance to pet the little star, we then leave that Animal out
on display
(eating or playing) for the audience to continue to enjoy
them for the remainder
of the show. This pattern continues from
the first to the last Animal.”
Bonus Time:
After the last Animal is presented, the audience will then get
additional
time to hold and pet some of their favorite Animal
stars. Additional photos and videos
may be taken at this time.).
More Info: http://www.furscalesandtails.com/
RSVP REQUIRED! Please RSVP for your spot at this Show: hilarie_hsu@hotmail.com
FEE: $10.00 Official HHH Members per family/$12.00 General HHH Members per family, please pay upon arrival.
- Thursday, August 26th:
FREE GYMBOREE EL CERRITO TRIAL CLASS!
Want to save the $35.00 registration fee? Become an Official HHH Member and you will have this registration fee WAIVED!
(Details under Active Baby and Home Page)
Email to confirm your spot: hilarie_hsu@hotmail.com
6-
Stella & Dot's Red Carpet Soiree
Date: Thursday, August 26
Time: 6:00-
Location: Gina Khan Salon
Address: 1255 South Main Street, Walnut Creek
Get ready for an evening of fashion, DJ music and the launch of Stella & Dot's irresistible Fall/Winter collection! Walk down the red carpet in style and check out the entire new line. To those of you who could use a break, indulge in a glass of wine or champagne and treat yourself to something sparkly! After all, you deserve it!
Every gal who makes a purchase or books a trunk show will be entered into our raffle for a chance to win up to 25% of the night's orders in FREE jewelry of their choice. Who will be the lucky lady?
Just getting off work? Please come as you are and indulge in a fun girls' night out!
In the meantime, save the date and keep an eye out for my official Evite! I look forward to seeing you and your girlfriends on the red carpet!
RSVP: Andrea Whitaker
- Friday, August 27th:
10-
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-
When: Friday, August 27th
Time: 10am-
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 August 23rd to hilarie_hsu@hotmail.com to attend!
Pricing
Double-
Triple-
Ornament-
Cash or Check only
Your prints will be available for pickup in 4-
For more information or to view samples visit: www.bumblebeehandprints.com or contact them directly @ 925.472.0725, info@bumblebeehandprints.com
Interested in Attending? Email: Hilarie_hsu@hotmail.com
- Sunday, August 27th: -
29 th
EAT REAL FOOD Festival at Jack London Square in Oakland
Eat Real Festival was founded in 2008 by a group of people who believe that delicious, convenient, affordable and sustainable food should be celebrated through an annual food festival.
We know that today’s eaters are concerned about how to spend their food dollar yet are also increasingly interested in learning about how food choices can contribute to a healthier environment and stronger communities. By using fresh and local ingredients (and their amazing flavors), Eat Real aims to show how easy it can be to support a regional food system by bringing farmers, food producers and eaters together. We're very excited to be supporting more than 200 businesses and organizations.
Eat Real is a social venture business. Our main product -
- Saturday, August 28th:
10-
(Details under Tots Treasures & Musical Baby)
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.
- Sunday, August 29th:
11:30 am -
(Local Park: Larkey Park in Walnut Creek))
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-
while also being a full-
FREE GYMBOREE EL CERRITO TRIAL CLASS!
Want to save the $35.00 registration fee? Become an Official HHH Member and you will have this registration fee WAIVED!
(Details under Active Baby and Home Page)
Email to confirm your spot: hilarie_hsu@hotmail.com
Sunday, August 27th-
*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) “Do-
Shirley M. White, Esq.
ACTIVE BABY
The Rockin' Kids Sing-
Each sing-
- Dance/Movement
- Jam session with instruments
- Fun songs that teach about counting, the alphabet, shapes, opposites, etc.
- Trilingual nursery rhymes in English/Spanish/Chinese (Mandarin)
- Story time
Sign up: Contact Allison Fernández by email allison.fernandez@gmail.com or by phone
510-
Viva el Español Spanish Language Center in Lafayette: Parent & Me Classes, PreSchool/Kindergarten Program and Spanish Fieldtrips too!
Summer Spanish Class Discount for HHH Families and Official Members:
Mention your HHH Family connection to receive your Free Trial Class in any Program.
Official HHH Members receive a Free Trial Class and $20 off enrollment during the
month of August.
Summer Schedule: http://www.vivaelespanol.org/documents/Schedule_Summer_2010.pdf
For
questions about our programs information, please visit www.vivaelespanol.org, call
925-
Parent & Me -
Tuesday
10:30am
Thursday 10:30am
For 1-
Every class
is a fiesta! The niños, niñas and their grown-
Parent & Me -
Monday 9:30am
Wednesday 9:30am
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
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:
Lafayette, 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.
LANGO KIDS SUMMER SCHEDULE
LOCATION: GIGGLE (1359 N. Main Street, Walnut Creek)
Late enrollment is pro-
SPANISH
BABIES (6mo-
- On hiatus until Fall
TOTS (18mo-
- Fridays 10 – 10:45a (Jul 2 – Aug 13)
- Saturdays 10:15 – 11a (Jul 3 – Aug 14)
PRESCHOOL (3yrs-
- Fridays 2:45 – 3:15p (Jul 2 – Aug 13)
- Saturdays 11:15 – Noon (Jul 3 – Aug 14)
ELEMENTARY (5yrs-
- Wednesdays 11:15 – Noon (Jul 7 – Aug 18)
MANDARIN
BABIES (6mo-
- On hiatus until Fall
TOTS (18mo-
- Sundays 10:15 – 11a (Jul 11 – Aug 22)
PRESCHOOL (3yrs-
- Sundays 12:30 – 1:15p (Jul 11 – Aug 22)
ELEMENTARY (5yrs-
- Sundays 11:15 – Noon (Jul 11 – Aug 22)
STORYTIME
- Wednesdays @ 11am
SUMMER CAMPS (ages 4-
We call our approach "Adventure Learning" and it suggests 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 while learning five days of culturally based lessons.
Mandarin
- August 9 -
13 (MORAGA) 9a - 12:30p (Half day - $234) (extended options 8a drop- off $25/week)
Spanish
- August 2 -
6 (MORAGA) 9a - 5:15p (Full day - $399) (extended options 8a- 5:15p $40/week) - August 2 -
6 (MORAGA) 9a - 12:00p (Half day - $234) (extended options 8a drop- off $25/week) - August 9 -
13 (MORAGA) 9a - 5:15p (Full day - $399) (extended options 8a- 5:15p $40/week) - August 16 -
20 (LAFAYETTE) 9a - 12:30p (Half day - $234) (extended options 8a drop- off $25/week)
ABOUT US:
www.LangoKids.com/regions/contra-
Lango is based out of San Francisco, CA and has locations across the US, from L.A.
to New York City. This past Fall we opened up onto the international stage with classes
in China, using the Lango Method to teach English. 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-
Below is a little more info about LANGO:
www.LangoKids.com/regions/contra-
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 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-
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. Through 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-
www.LangoKids.com/regions/contra-
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
“Spanish for Parents and Caregivers”: Workshop Series
Straight-
Viva el Español Spanish Language Center in Lafayette: Parent & Me Classes, PreSchool/Kindergarten Program and Spanish Fieldtrips too!
Summer Spanish Class Discount for HHH Families and Official Members:
Mention your HHH Family connection to receive your Free Trial Class in any Program.
Official HHH Members receive a Free Trial Class and $20 off enrollment during the
months of August.
Summer Schedule: http://www.vivaelespanol.org/documents/Schedule_Summer_2010.pdf
For
questions about our programs information, please visit www.vivaelespanol.org, call
925-
Parent & Me -
Tuesday
10:30am
Thursday 10:30am
For 1-
Every class
is a fiesta! The niños, niñas and their grown-
Parent & Me -
Monday 9:30am
Wednesday 9:30am
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
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:
Lafayette, 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-
Email LangoKids@gmail.com for a free trial or more information.
LANGO KIDS SUMMER SCHEDULE
LOCATION: GIGGLE (1359 N. Main Street, Walnut Creek)
Late enrollment is pro-
SPANISH
BABIES (6mo-
- On hiatus until Fall
TOTS (18mo-
- Fridays 10 – 10:45a (Jul 2 – Aug 13)
- Saturdays 10:15 – 11a (Jul 3 – Aug 14)
PRESCHOOL (3yrs-
- Fridays 2:45 – 3:15p (Jul 2 – Aug 13)
- Saturdays 11:15 – Noon (Jul 3 – Aug 14)
ELEMENTARY (5yrs-
- Wednesdays 11:15 – Noon (Jul 7 – Aug 18)
MANDARIN
BABIES (6mo-
- On hiatus until Fall
TOTS (18mo-
- Sundays 10:15 – 11a (Jul 11 – Aug 22)
PRESCHOOL (3yrs-
- Sundays 12:30 – 1:15p (Jul 11 – Aug 22)
ELEMENTARY (5yrs-
- Sundays 11:15 – Noon (Jul 11 – Aug 22)
STORYTIME
- Wednesdays @ 11am
SUMMER CAMPS (ages 4-
We call our approach "Adventure Learning" and it suggests 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 while learning five days of culturally based lessons.
Mandarin
- August 9 -
13 (MORAGA) 9a - 12:30p (Half day - $234) (extended options 8a drop- off $25/week)
Spanish
- August 2 -
6 (MORAGA) 9a - 5:15p (Full day - $399) (extended options 8a- 5:15p $40/week) - August 2 -
6 (MORAGA) 9a - 12:00p (Half day - $234) (extended options 8a drop- off $25/week) - August 9 -
13 (MORAGA) 9a - 5:15p (Full day - $399) (extended options 8a- 5:15p $40/week) - August 16 -
20 (LAFAYETTE) 9a - 12:30p (Half day - $234) (extended options 8a drop- off $25/week)
ABOUT US:
www.LangoKids.com/regions/contra-
Lango is based out of San Francisco, CA and has locations across the US, from L.A.
to New York City. This past Fall we opened up onto the international stage with classes
in China, using the Lango Method to teach English. 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-
Below is a little more info about LANGO:
www.LangoKids.com/regions/contra-
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 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-
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. Through 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-
www.LangoKids.com/regions/contra-
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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!
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-
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-
Full information about classes near you can be found by going to musictogether.com
and entering your zip code into the Class Locator.
Sing Move Fun
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:
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-
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)
LEARNING BABY
We are offering FREE TRIAL CLASSES this Month! Please RSVP to Hilarie at hilarie_hsu@hotmail.com to reserve your spot at El Cerrito & Lafayette. If you are interested in Oakland, let me know and we can set something up! See the options below!
Want to save $35.00 when you enroll in a Gymboree class? Become an OFFICIAL HHH Member before enrolling and your $35.00 registration Gymboree fee for new members will be waived AND you have a savings on booking birthday parties there as well.
El Cerrito l 704 El Cerrito Plaza l 510-
Lafayette l 3482 Mt. Diablo Blvd. l 925-
Oakland l 3433 Lakeshore Ave. l 510-
EL CERRITO:
Join us for Family Days & Working Parents Opportunity too for Weekend Trial Class for Sunday, August 29th
Sunday -
Sunday -
Weekday Trial: Thursday afternoon, August 26th.
Family Gymboree class at 4pm (All ages welcome but under 5 years old is best)
LAFAYETTE: Monday, August 16th, Afternoon Trial Class:
Younger Babies class at 2pm; -
Toddler/walker type class at 3pm
Toddlers and 2 year olds -
The class will be 45 minutes and then saving 15 minutes afterwards for people to register or ask questions.
For additional information about Gymboree’s schedule, please visit www.gymboreeclasses.com
EMAIL: Hilarie at hilarie_hsu@hotmail.com to reserve your spot in ANY of the above FREE TRIAL CLASSES with Gymboree this month!
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-
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
8/2, 8/9, 8/16, 8/23rd
12:15-
PRICE
$25 FOR EACH ONE MONTH SERIES/MEMBERS*
$40 FOR EACH ONE MONTH SERIES/NONMEMBERS*
SINGLE CLASS DROP-
To register 925-
Kids Yoga Grades 1-
Dates: Tuesday
Time: 3:30 PM -
Yoga can have a powerful impact on your child, teaching valuable life skills like
focus, self-
Kids Yoga Grades 4-
Dates: Thursday
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.
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 August at: http://babybootcamp.com/pages/class_location.aspx?i=970
The Rockin' Kids Sing-
Each sing-
- Dance/Movement
- Jam session with instruments
- Fun songs that teach about counting, the alphabet, shapes, opposites, etc.
- Trilingual nursery rhymes in English/Spanish/Chinese (Mandarin)
- Story time
August Newsletter
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
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-
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-
Full information about classes
near you can be found by going to musictogether.com and entering your zip code into
the Class Locator.
Sing Move Fun
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.
HINTS ABOUT PREGNANCY
Visit your local dayone (Walnut Creek, Palo Alto, San Francisco) as they celebrate World Breastfeeding Week and enjoy the below specials!
August 1st-
Come To DayOne To Enter Our Raffle to Win a Medela
FreestyleBreastpump!
Second Prize: One Free Lactation Consultation
Third Prize: Breastfeeding Gift Basket ($50 value)
No purchase Necessary. Limit 1 Entry Per Person
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15% off all Breastpumps, Breastfeeding Accessories & Breastfeeding Books
Come check out our new books and our selection of breastpumps,
feeding pillows, supplements for increasing milk supply, nursing stools, pump accessories, and other items to help breastfeeding be more enjoyable.
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New Mother's
Essentials Vitamin and Mineral Supplements are
Buy One Get One Free This Week Only!
Now that you've had your baby, shouldn't you be taking
vitamins designed for the unique
needs of women who
have had a baby in the last year, not prenatal vitamins?
New
Mother's Essentials are high in B vitamins that help
with postpartum depression,
and added Omega 3 Oils.
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Free Breastfeeding Support Groups
San Francisco Tuesday August 3rd, 1-
Palo Alto Friday August 6th, 1-
Walnut Creek,Mondays 12:30-
Wed. August 4th: 4:30 pm Wed. Infant Massage at giggle in WC, FREE!
Join giggle for this informative class taught by Britt Solomon, a birth and postpartum doula. Britt will help parents understand the power of touch, both as a connection between baby and caregiver and as a way to help calm your baby during fussy times. Britt will demonstrate some simple techniques and answer questions you may have.
Thursday, August 5th: FREE! 411 on Doulas at giggle in WC at 1 pm
giggle hosts Britt Solomon, a birth and postpartum doula, to discuss the role of a doula, when it might be right for you and why you might consider a doula, even after you've given birth, and followed by a Q&A session.
