Pride Celebration, Concerts on the Plaza, Summer Dance and more.

City of Mountain View sent this bulletin at 06/02/2025 07:00 PM PDT

Mountain View Community Center

Address
201 S. Rengstorff Ave.
Mountain View, CA 94040

Contact
650-903-6331 Recreation@MountainView.gov

Website
MountainView.gov/Recreation

Together in Pride - Saturday, June 7

Mountain View's first citywide Pride Celebration, will take place this Saturday, June 7, 2025, from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. on Civic Center Plaza. Celebrate diversity, inclusion, and community with a day full of exciting activities, including:

Live performances by LGBTQIA2S+ artists
Roaming entertainment and interactive experiences
A family fun zone with activities for all ages
Community art project and creative expression
Community organizations sharing resources and support

This free event is open to everyone. Join us as we come together to celebrate and uplift Mountain View’s LGBTQIA2S+ community.

For more information, visit MountainView.gov/Pride.

Concerts on the Plaza Returns

The Concerts on the Plaza music series will kick of the 2025 season on Friday, June 6 with Vybe Society. Concerts will be held every Friday evening, June through September (except July 4), from 6 – 7:30 p.m. at Civic Center Plaza, 500 Castro Street. Join your friends, neighbors, and fellow music lovers for nights packed with fun, food and dancing.

June Performance Schedule:

June 6 - Vybe Society
June 13 - Livewire
June 20- The Real Thang
June 27- Misspent Youth

The full summer line up can be found at Concerts on the Plaza.

Music on Castro

The 2025 Music on Castro continues at Downtown Mountain View from April to October, featuring live performances every Wednesday from 5 to 6:45 p.m. Enjoy a dynamic lineup of local and regional talent while exploring Downtown shops and dining. Make it a midweek tradition and experience the perfect blend of music, community, and fun!

June Performance Schedule:

June 4 - Hit Collective
June 11 - Rick Sanders
June 18 - Sony Holland
June 25 - Samba Cruz Trio

To view the full list of performers, visit MountainView.gov/MusicOnCastro.

Teen Scene - What's new in June?

The View Teen Center - Summer Hours

Mark your calendars! The View Teen Center will be operating on Summer Hours starting Thursday, June 5. Come hang out with us from 1 - 6 p.m. all summer long. And great news – rising 6th graders are welcome to join us this summer too! Need a free membership form? Visit the Center during open hours or fill out a form online.

June Drop-In Highlights
🌈 Pride Bracelets - Friday, June 6
🍨 Sundae Monday! - Monday, June 9
🎨 Custom Light Switches - Tuesday, June 10
💎 Movie Theatre Day: A Minecraft Movie - Thursday, June 12 @ 2 p.m.
✊🏾 Juneteenth Celebration - Wednesday, June 18 @ 4:30 p.m.
💧 Staff vs Teens Water Balloon Fight - Tuesday, June 24

AfterHours: Pride
Date: Friday, June 27
Time: 6-8 p.m.
Location: The View Teen Center, 263 Escuela Ave.

Join us for a night of fun, friendship, and inclusivity. Let your pride shine with bracelet-making, button making, and a color throw, and show off your knowledge with Pride flag bingo with awesome pride prizes. Indulge in a rainbow of delicious treats and dance the night away with Just Dance! 🌈✨

Register

Cricut Know-How: Your Guide to Getting Started
Date: Friday, June 20
Time: 2-3 p.m.
Location: The View Teen Center, 263 Escuela Ave.

Curious about the amazing things you can create with a Cricut machine? Join us for Cricut Unboxed! In this workshop, you'll get a hands-on introduction to the Cricut and learn about its incredible capabilities, from cutting vinyl to creating intricate designs. We'll explore the different materials and tools involved, setting you up for future crafting adventures!

Register

Senior Programs (Ages 55+)

Upcoming June Workshops
All workshops will take place at 1 p.m., unless otherwise noted, in the Social Hall at the Senior Center.

Thursday, June 5
Hearing Loss in Seniors

Thursday, June 12
Age Well with California Highway Patrol

Thursday, June 26
Wellness for Older Adults

To sign-up for an upcoming workshop, call the Senior Center at 650-903-6330, stop by the Front Desk or email senior.center@mountainview.gov.

For more information about the workshops, visit MountainView.gov/Seniors.

Summer Dance
Wednesday, June 25
4-6 p.m.
Senior Center -Social Hall

Join us for a lively afternoon of music, dancing, and mingling. Our summer dance is the perfect way to celebrate the new season in style. DJ and light refreshments will be provided. 55+ welcome.