The View Teen Center eNewsletter

City of Mountain View sent this bulletin at 06/30/2023 09:00 AM PDT

Come hangout with us!

Address
263 Escuela Ave.
Mountain View, CA 94040

Phone: 650-903-6333

Email:
theviewteencenter@mountainview.gov

Website:
MountainView.gov/TheViewTeenCenter

Drop-In Hours
Monday - Saturday
1 - 6 p.m.

Monthly Activity Calendar

Membership Information

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News & Updates

The View Teen Center will be CLOSED for drop-in on Tuesday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day.
Wanna be a Teen Center MVP?! Make 15 visits to The View Teen Center this summer (June 5-August 5) and receive a FREE TEEN CENTER SWAG item! Choose from a Trucker Hat, Rainbow Charging Cord or Water Bottle. Pick up a punchcard at the front desk.
Teen Open Gym happens every Saturday! Join us from 6:30-9:30 p.m. at Whisman Sports Center. Come play basketball, volleyball and indoor soccer or just hang out with your friends! Equipment provided, or you can bring your own. Student I.D. required for entry.

Teen Volunteer Project

*Wednesday, July 124:30-6 p.m.***

Help a child patient cope during a difficult time! Volunteer to make cards, sew snuggle hearts and pack activity kits. Activity Kits will go to pediatric patients at El Camino Hospital.

Earn community service hours! This volunteer project is open to 6th-12th Mountain View and Los Altos teens. Pre-registration is required.

Register here!

Teens standing behind kits packed to donate to the hospital.

This project has been running each summer since 2021. Teen volunteers have packed and donated more than 300 kits!

Summer Outdoor Movie Night Series

Join us for an exciting Summer Outdoor Movie Night Series, Friday evenings July 7 through August 11. All movies begin at 8:30 p.m. or dark. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy the show.

July 7: Cuesta Park: Minions: The Rise of Gru (PG)
July 14: Sylvan Park: Lightyear (PG)
July 21: Stevenson Park: Puss in Boots: The Last Wish (PG)
July 28: Whisman Park: DC League of Super-Pets (PG)
August 4: Eagle Park: Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (PG-13)
August 11: Rengstorff Park: Strange World (PG)

July Programs

AfterHours - Neon Crafts

Friday, July 14
6-8 p.m.

Break out your fave fluorescent threads! Get your glow on with four neon craft projects, enjoy a lineup of neon treats and rave to upbeat music.

AfterHours is a monthly program designed to give 6th-12th grade teens a fun-filled Friday night of activities in a safe environment.

Register here.

Makerspace Workshops

Graffiti Art

Wednesday, July 5
2-3:30 p.m.

Pick a color and grab a can! Learn letter styles, graffiti drawing, and more through the use of stencils and templates. Create your very own graffiti art on a canvas using art-safe spray paint.

Painted Sneakers

Wednesday, July 19
2-3:30 p.m.

Are you ready to elevate your sneaker game? Join us for a one-of-a-kind workshop where you can unleash your creativity and learn how to customize your own sneakers! An experienced artist facilitator will be on hand to walk you through the process and provide guidance and tips.

Register here for a free pair of shoes to paint!

Bike Decals

Wednesday, July 26
2-3:30 p.m.

Customize your bicycle in this exciting workshop! Choose from a variety of bike decals, reflector stickers, and paint to create a unique look that will make your bike the talk of the neighborhood. Decals are first come, first serve. Free bike bells, too!

Bike To Boba

Friday, July 21
2-3:30 p.m.
Boba from Ume Tea

There are so many cool Boba spots in downtown Mountain View. Join us on a staff-led bike ride to visit a new Boba place each month. Just meet at the start time at The View Teen Center with your bike and a helmet. Your choice of Boba is included free of charge!

Register here.

July Enrichment Trips

Eagle Pool
& Picnic

Friday, July 7
1-4 p.m.

Join us for a fun afternoon at Eagle Pool. We'll meet at The View, then walk to Eagle Pool to enjoy an afternoon in the sun. Grab your friends to lounge on fun floaties, enjoy lunch from Chipotle, and play water games!

Join the waitlist.

Six Flags Discovery Kingdom

Thursday, July 20
9 a.m.-6 p.m.

Get your thrill on! Six Flags Discovery Kingdom has more than 40 rides and attractions, plus animal encounters, entertainment, and more. Teens will get a chance to explore educational exhibits at the zoo before chasing the thrills.

Join the waitlist.

San Francisco Giants Baseball Game

Tuesday, July 25
2:30-10 p.m.

Have you ever wondered about all the different people that support an MLB team? Before attending the Giants vs. Athletics game, teens will explore various sports related careers and learn what it takes to enter the sports industry.

Join the waitlist.

Stand-Out Drop-In Activities

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Skateboards

Design Your Own Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Fingerboard

Tuesday, July 11
Drop-in 1-6 p.m
*While supplies last.

Stop in for a cool summer treat!

Monday, July 10: Ice Cream Sundae Bar

Thursday, July 27: It's It Ice Cream Sandwiches

Poptart Ice Cream Sandwiches

Saturday, July 29
Drop-in 1-6 p.m
*While supplies last.

Coming Soon!

Back To School Bash
and Open House

Saturday, August 5
1-3 p.m.
The View Teen Center

Enjoy carnival-style games and activities, preview fall programs, win school supplies, sign up for a membership, and treat yourself to yummy snacks.

This event is FREE & open to current members and new incoming 6th-12th graders and their families.

Enrichment Trip: Pacifica Beach Clean Up

Wednesday, August 2
9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
The View Teen Center

Help do your part to help make our world a cleaner place to live! Join us to help clean up Pacifica Beach, and learn the benefits of making our community a healthier place. After the cleanup, enjoy lunch on the beach at the Taco Bell Cantina. This trip includes transportation and lunch.

Sign up here.

Recent sights and smiles from

summer at the View Teen Center!

REACH OUT TO US!

The View Teen Center
263 Escuela Ave.
Mountain View, CA 94040
650-903-6333

Lauren Eck – Recreation Coordinator
lauren.eck@mountainview.gov

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The View Teen Center eNewsletter

Come hangout with us!

News & Updates

Teen Volunteer Project

Wednesday, July 124:30-6 p.m.

Summer Outdoor Movie Night Series

July Programs

AfterHours - Neon Crafts

Makerspace Workshops

Graffiti Art

Wednesday, July 52-3:30 p.m.

Painted Sneakers

Wednesday, July 192-3:30 p.m.

Bike Decals

Wednesday, July 262-3:30 p.m.

Bike To Boba

July Enrichment Trips

Eagle Pool& Picnic

Six Flags Discovery Kingdom

San Francisco Giants Baseball Game

Stand-Out Drop-In Activities

Design Your Own Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Fingerboard

Stop in for a cool summer treat!

Poptart Ice Cream Sandwiches

Coming Soon!

Back To School Bashand Open House

Enrichment Trip: Pacifica Beach Clean Up

Recent sights and smiles from

summer at the View Teen Center!

REACH OUT TO US!

*Wednesday, July 124:30-6 p.m.***

Wednesday, July 5
2-3:30 p.m.

Wednesday, July 19
2-3:30 p.m.

Wednesday, July 26
2-3:30 p.m.

Eagle Pool
& Picnic

Back To School Bash
and Open House