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OUR MISSION

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To empower Mountain View teens by providing a safe, inclusive, and inspiring environment that fosters personal growth, leadership, and community engagement through diverse programs and opportunities.




FACILITY HOURS

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*Summer Hours*
"(through August 9)"
Monday-Friday, 1-6 p.m.

*School-Year Hours*
"(start August 11)"
Monday-Friday, 3:15-7 p.m.
Saturday, 1-6 p.m.

 






*Monthly Activity and Snack Calendar* [ https://www.mountainview.gov/our-city/departments/community-services/recreation/youth-teens/the-view-teen-center/programs-and-events ]




*Membership Information* [ https://www.mountainview.gov/our-city/departments/community-services/recreation/youth-teens/teen-programs/the-view-teen-center ]




*Register for Programs* [ https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/mountainviewrecreation/home ]











New and Updates






* *The View Teen Center will be returning to its regular school year hours starting Monday, August 11. *Drop-in Monday through Friday from 3:15-7 p.m. or Saturdays from 1-6 p.m. Come hang out, make new friends, and enjoy all your favorite activities this school year.


* *Fall Program Registration opens Monday, August 4 at 8:30 a.m.! *This fall, discover all the incredible opportunities waiting for you at The View Teen Center! We've got a fantastic schedule of FREE and fun programs, workshops, and events running from September through December. Be sure to *check out and register* [ https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/mountainviewrecreation/activity/search?onlineSiteId=0&activity_select_param=2&activity_keyword=Teens&viewMode=list ] for your favorite programs before they fill up. Here are some highlights:

Activity guide cover [ https://www.mountainview.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/11815 ]
* ?? Stop Motion Animation Classes
* ?? College Tours
* ✨ Custom Creation Workshops 
* ⚽ Enrichment Trip to a Bay FC Women's Soccer Game
* ?? Friendsgiving Dinner
* ?? Holiday Gift Making Workshop and Tea and Treats Event
* ?? 5th annual Teen Wellness Retreat Event
* and more!











Featured Events





a group of teens in the pool


Teen End-of-Summer POOL PARTY! ??

*Friday, August 1*
*3-5 p.m.*
*Rengstorff Park Aquatics Center*

Teens, get ready for an exclusive end-of-summer pool party at Rengstorff Park Aquatics Center! We're closing the pool just for you and your friends. Enjoy a DJ spinning your favorite tunes, plus free ice cream sandwiches and cold drinks.

Space is limited, so don't miss out on the last big hurrah of summer!

*Register here.* [ https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/mountainviewrecreation/activity/search/detail/17529?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true ]











teens playing a carnival game

*"Open to 6th-12th grade families, including parents and younger siblings!"*




Back To School
Open House CARNIVAL

*Saturday, August 2*
*1-3 p.m.
The View Teen Center*

Tour the facility, sign up for Fall programs, get to know the staff, and play carnival-style games like Pick a Duck, Ring Toss, Putt Putt, Plinko, and more. In addition, enjoy carnival treats and exchange prize tickets for your choice of different school supplies and treats!

New and current Teen Center members can enter to win a Vans Backpack filled with school supplies!











teen petting a therapy dog
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teen making slime.


Teen Wellness Retreat

*YOUR TROPICAL ESCAPE TO WELL-BEING! ????????**??**??*

*Saturday, September 20*
*9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.*
*Mountain View Community Center*
*9th - 12th graders*

Get ready for an all-inclusive, action-packed day designed to help you reboot, recharge, and embrace your well-being. Enjoy inspiring workshops, a motivating keynote speaker, rejuvenating self-care activities, a vibrant, resource fair, and the calming presence of therapy dogs. We'll even fuel your island adventure with a delicious lunch, ensuring you have everything you need for a day dedicated to you.

*Registration opens August 4 at 8:30 a.m.* [ https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/mountainviewrecreation/activity/search/detail/17208?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true ]











Programs and Workshops





2 teen enjoying boba drinks
Bike To Boba

*Friday, August 8*
*2-3:30 p.m.*
*The View Teen Center*

Discover downtown Mountain View's best boba spots by bike! Join our monthly staff-led rides to explore a new boba spot each time. Our city's transportation experts will also share valuable bike safety tips along the way. Once, signed up, just meet at The View Teen Center at the scheduled start time with your bike and helmet. Bonus: Your favorite boba drink is on us! 

*Join the waitlist.* [ https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/mountainviewrecreation/activity/search/detail/16987?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true&locale=en-US ]



Cricut machine
Cricut Know-How: Your Guide to Getting Started

*Friday, Aug. 22
4-5 p.m.
The View Teen Center*

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!

"Please note: This workshop focuses on learning about the Cricut machine and its supplies; actual project making will not occur during this session."

*Register here.* [ https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/mountainviewrecreation/activity/search/detail/17354?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true ]











Pencil Pouch
Back To School Pencil Pouch Workshop

*Monday, Aug. 25*
*4-6 p.m.*
*The View Teen Center*

In this fun and creative sewing workshop, teens will learn basic sewing techniques to design and create their own personalized school supply pouches.

*Register here.* [ https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/mountainviewrecreation/activity/search/detail/17013?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true ]



up close teen painting
AfterHours: Bad Art Night

*Friday, Aug. 29*
*7-9 p.m.*
*The View Teen Center*

How bad can you make your art look? Take an art break and create something truly tacky and terrible - This is an opportunity to create with wild abandon. Materials will be provided and a prize will go to the WORST of the bunch! Get your creative juices flowing with fun art-themed snacks and drinks!

*Register here.* [ https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/mountainviewrecreation/activity/search/detail/16975?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true ]











Upcoming After-School Classes





two teens cooking together.


Junior Chef Stars

*Wednesdays
**Sept. 3 - Oct. 8
4:30-5:45 p.m.
The View Teen Center*

Wanna be a mini master chef and whip up restaurant-worthy meals? Suit up in your coolest apron and get ready to learn from seasoned chefs who'll turn you into a kitchen whiz. We're talking about creating, cooking, and conquering the world of food – all while having a blast! Learn about healthy eats, seasonal specialties, how to use fancy knives like a pro, and why different cultures put all sorts of amazing things on their plates.

*Registration opens August 4 at 8:30 a.m.* [ https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/mountainviewrecreation/activity/search/detail/17210?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true ]











Teen doing stop-motion animation.


Stop Motion Animation

*Tuesdays*
*Sept. 16 - Oct. 7*
*4:30-5:30 p.m.*
*The View Teen Center*

This course teaches teens the art of stop motion animation, from planning to execution. They'll master basic concepts before exploring diverse techniques and materials to create unique films. Teens will develop problem-solving skills, find their artistic voice, and share their masterpieces with peers.

*Registration opens August 4 at 8:30 a.m.* [ https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/mountainviewrecreation/activity/search/detail/17219?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true ]











Kitbashing figurine.


Kitbashing Workshops

*Wednesdays*
*Oct. 22 - Nov. 12*
*4:30-6 p.m.*
*The View Teen Center*

Ready to unleash your creativity? In this four-week kitbashing course, you'll learn to transform everyday objects and found materials into unique works of art. Each week, we'll explore new techniques for combining, modifying, and painting toys and other items. All materials are provided; just bring your imagination and get ready to create custom figures, intricate scenes, or fantastical creatures!

*Registration opens August 4 at 8:30 a.m.* [ https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/mountainviewrecreation/activity/search/detail/17280?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true ]











Youth Advisory Committee
YAC




*The Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) is a dynamic group of 26 teens working alongside city officials and staff to bring youth perspectives to the forefront of decision-making. From organizing events to addressing community needs, YAC members play a crucial role in making Mountain View an even better place for teens.*




*YAC is getting ready to kick off the 2025-26 school-year!*

*Upcoming Meeting:*
Monday, August 21, 4:30-6 p.m.
The View Teen Center""

""*View past and upcoming meeting agendas and minutes here. [ https://vmm0dj30.r.us-west-2.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fmountainview.legistar.com%2FCalendar.aspx/1/01010191a027629a-a281f1ba-7eb5-4dd2-832f-4eb327a95b30-000000/E-5w3lPceIZn2vsBSizj23xbMlY=390 ]*











Teen Open Gym





"*Looking to shoot hoops, spike a volleyball, or just hang with friends?*"

Teen Open Gym is the place to be! Open to all Mountain View and Los Altos middle and high school students! Just bring your student I.D.

*Saturday Nights*
*6:30 - 9:30 p.m.*
*Whisman Sports Center
*(1500 Middlefield Rd.)



Teen Open Gym

*Learn more about Teen Open Gym.* [ https://www.mountainview.gov/our-city/departments/community-services/recreation/youth-teens/teen-programs/teen-open-gym ]











Programs Beyond the Teen Center





Crowd at an Outdoor Movie Night.
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a couple sitting in the VIP section at an outdoor movie night.


Summer Outdoor Movie Night Series

*Friday, August 1 - Whisman Park*
*Moana 2 ??*

*Friday, August 8 - Eagle Park*
*Paddington in Peru ??*

*Friday, August 15 - Rengstorff Park*
*The Wild Robot ??*

All movies begin at 8:30 p.m. or when dark. Bring a blanket or lawn chair to enjoy the show.

Starting at 7:30 p.m., the first 50 youth to visit the Information Booth will receive a movie-themed giveaway pack. In addition, Youth Advisory Committee members will be leading yard games. Glow sticks will be available for everyone!

*Learn more.* [ https://www.mountainview.gov/our-city/departments/community-services/special-events/summer-outdoor-movie-night-series ]











Amplify Teen Voices


Amplify: Teen Voices

*Mountain View Public Library*

Amplify is a program for teens who want to share their interests and passions with an audience. If you have a skill you’d like to teach or a topic you know a lot about, we will work with you to create a library program open to the public. Participants will not only get the opportunity to literally use your voice, but you will also gain real world experience working with the full support of librarians to bring your program to life.

*Fill out an application form.* [ https://library.mountainview.gov/visit/children-and-teen/teen-services/amplify-teen-voices ]











Super Smash Bros.


Teens Super Smash Bros. Tournament

*Thursday, August 7*
*3-5 p.m.*
*Mountain View Public Library
Ages 13-18*

Do you have what it takes to be a Super Smash Bros. Ultimate champion? Test your skills against other players and compete in a series of rounds to determine a victor and win a prize. Please register in advance so you can be added to the tournament bracket. 

*Register here.* [ https://mountainview.libcal.com/event/14650066 ]











Teen applying blush


Amplify Project: Blush

*Saturday, August 16*
*2-3 p.m.*
*Mountain View Public Library*

Curious about skincare but don’t know where to start? This Amplify program is all about learning how to care for your skin, build healthy hygiene habits, and feel confident in your self-care routine. Whether you're dealing with questions or just want tips to level up your glow, this is the place to begin.

*Register here.* [ https://mountainview.libcal.com/event/14752006 ]











Coming soon...





Teens making food in the kitchen.


Drop-In Baking Club

*Starting in September!*

Get ready to whip up some fun at our new Drop-in Baking Club! If you love to bake, or want to learn, this is the perfect opportunity to join us. We'll be holding baking days twice a month where you can drop in and create delicious treats with your friends.

*More info coming soon!*











Bay FC womens soccer players.


Enrichment Trip:
Bay FC Soccer Game

*Saturday, Sept. 27
4-10 p.m.
The View Teen Center*

Don't miss out on this Enrichment Trip to see Bay FC, our professional women's soccer team, in action! This is a great opportunity to see elite athletes compete, learn about the strategy and teamwork of soccer, and enjoy a thrilling live sporting event.

*Registration opens August 4 at 8:30 a.m.* [ https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/mountainviewrecreation/activity/search/detail/17218?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true&locale=en-US ]











Sights and smiles from recent activities!??????

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Teens playing broomball.

Teen jumping off the diving board into the pool!

teens working on a craft project with beads




teens working on a bead project

Teens playing soccer.

Teen jumping off the diving board into the pool!




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






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