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*Mountain View Community Center*

*Address*
201 S. Rengstorff Ave. [ https://maps.app.goo.gl/iEYpvE9qTCYxijp16 ]
Mountain View, CA 94040 [ https://maps.app.goo.gl/iEYpvE9qTCYxijp16 ]

*Contact*
650-903-6331 Recreation@MountainView.gov <recreation@mountainview.gov>

*Website*
MountainView.gov/Recreation [ https://www.mountainview.gov/recreation ]




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*Monster Bash: Ghouls & Giggles*






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Hold on to your broomsticks! On *Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Rengstorff Park* in Mountain View will transform into a lively, Halloween-themed celebration as the beloved *Monster Bash* returns! 

This family-friendly fall festival invites ghosts, goblins, and ghouls of all ages to join the fun. Don your best costumes and enjoy a jam-packed day of exciting activities, including a *Treat Trail*,* spooky games*, mesmerizing* live performances,* a towering *stilt walker*, the enchanting* Lil Ghouls Corral*, and a bounce-worthy* inflatable zone*. Brave souls can enter the *Creepy Crawly Ooey Gooey Zone*, while thrill-seekers pedal into the fun with the *Bike Circus*. 

Parking is limited. Attendees are encouraged to bike or walk to the event. 

Monster Bash is proudly sponsored by Star One Credit Union [ https://www.starone.org/ ]. 

For more information about the event, visit MountainView.gov/MonsterBash [ https://www.mountainview.gov/our-city/departments/community-services/special-events/monster-bash ].






*Spooky Times at Deer Hollow Farm*






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Deer Hollow Farm, in conjunction with the Friends of Deer Hollow Farm, invite you and your family to celebrate the spooky spirit of Halloween! Explore haunted barns, try your hand at children’s activities and crafts and of course, meet the residents of the Farm- sheep, goats, chickens, rabbits, pigs and cows!  Enjoy the Halloween season and help support the Farm. All profits from this event will be used to provide care and feed for the livestock. 

*Date: *Saturday, Oct. 18
*Time:* 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
*Location: *Deer Hollow Farm - 22500 Cristo Rey Dr. 

$7 per person, $5 with costume ("Children under 1 are free)."

For more information, visit Deer Hollow Farm [ https://www.deerhollowfarm.org/special-eventsFlyers/Photos ].






*Family Fun at Magical Bridge Playground*






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Celebrate the final events of our fall performance series at the Magical Bridge Playground in Rengstorff Park! Enjoy fun-filled afternoons of music, laughter, and entertainment for all ages and abilities. Each week brings something new and exciting—from magicians and puppeteers to live musicians and more. Don’t miss your chance to experience the last magical moments of the season! 

*Dates*: October 9 & 15 
*Time:* 4 – 5 p.m. 
*Location:* Magical Bridge Playground, Rengstorff Park, 201 South Rengstorff Avenue 

Don't miss this magical mix of music, creativity, and joy! For more information and a list of performers, visit Magical Bridge Performance Series [ https://www.mountainview.gov/our-city/departments/community-services/special-events/magical-bridge-performance-series ]. 






*Explore Fall Classes and Activities*






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Don’t let fall pass you by! Check out Mountain View’s 2025 Fall Activity Guide, packed with classes, programs, and community events for all ages. From art and music to sports, fitness, and camps, there’s something for everyone—whether you want to stay active, get creative, or spend quality time with family. Explore the guide and register [ https://www.mountainview.gov/our-city/departments/community-services/recreation/register-for-classes ] online or in person at the Community Center.

*Fall 2025 Activity Guide* [ https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/CAMOUNTAINVIEW/2025/09/30/file_attachments/3405314/2025_20September_20_20December_20Activity_20Guide.pdf.pdf ]






*Last Call for Music on Castro!*






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The *2025 Music on Castro* season is wrapping up this October in Downtown Mountain View! Join us on Wednesdays from 5 to 6:45 p.m. for live performances by talented local and regional artists. Don’t miss the final shows of the season—make it a midweek tradition and celebrate the perfect blend of music, community, and fun!

*October Performance Schedule:*


* Oct. 8 - *Vocals by David Johnson*
* Oct. 15 - *Lavender Fields*
* Oct. 22 - *Jazz Cats*
* Oct. 29 - *New Spell*

To view the full list of performers, visit MountainView.gov/MusicOnCastro [ https://www.mountainview.gov/our-city/departments/community-services/music-on-castro ].






*Preschool Adventures Await! *
*Register for 2025–2026*






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Our creative, play-based preschool programs have been designed to meet the developmental needs of the “whole child.” The curriculum centers on the vital social opportunities children need to grow emotionally, cognitively, and kinesthetically. We have three different programs to choose from. Children must be potty-trained (no children in diapers or potty-training diapers). 

*Tot Time Preschool 2025-2026 [ https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/mountainviewrecreation/daycare/program/47?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true&online=true ]
*Dates: Sept. 2, 2025 - May 28, 2026
Times: Tue. & Thu., 9 - 11:30 a.m.
Ages: 3 - 4 years old

*Nature PlaySchool* [ https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/mountainviewrecreation/daycare/program/48?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true&online=true ]* Preschool 2025-2026* [ https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/mountainviewrecreation/daycare/program/48?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true&online=true ]
Dates: Sept. 2, 2025 - May 28, 2026
Times: Tues., Wed., Thu., 12:30 - 3:30 p.m. 
Ages: 3 - 5 years old

*PlaySchool* [ https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/mountainviewrecreation/daycare/program/49?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true&online=true ]* Preschool 2025-2026* [ https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/mountainviewrecreation/daycare/program/49?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true&online=true ]
Dates: Sept. 3, 2025 - May 2, 2026
Times: Mon., Wed. Fri., 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. 
Ages: 4 - 5 years old

*Location: *Mountain View Community Center [ https://www.google.com/maps/dir/Mountain+View+Community+Center,+Rengstorff+Park,+South+Rengstorff+Avenue,+Mountain+View,+CA/Mountain+View+Community+Center,+Rengstorff+Park,+South+Rengstorff+Avenue,+Mountain+View,+CA/@37.4009206,-122.1389931,13z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m13!4m12!1m5!1m1!1s0x808fb7331cf535f7:0x9e123c368c50e81b!2m2!1d-122.0977936!2d37.4008596!1m5!1m1!1s0x808fb7331cf535f7:0x9e123c368c50e81b!2m2!1d-122.0977936!2d37.4008596?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDYyMi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D ] 

For more information, visit MountainView.gov/Preschool [ https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.mountainview.gov%2Four-city%2Fdepartments%2Fcommunity-services%2Frecreation%2Fyouth-teens%2Fpreschool/1/01010195d993c697-c4a739fb-b299-4aca-9f3b-cda7d58f1a90-000000/HTIovWG5189mnOD4IpNqTuwIeCKFWvwdtFFEShRL-O8=398 ].

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Preschool Halloween

*Pumpkins, Bats and Cats! Oh My!* 

Dates: Mondays, Oct.13 - 27
Time: 1 - 2 p.m.
Ages: 3 - 5 years old
Location: Mountain View Community Center - 201 S. Rengstorff Ave.

Join us for this fun filled Halloween themed class. The children will enjoy singing to age appropriate and preschool friendly songs. This class will include stories, songs, and crafts. Don't forget to come in costume on the last day of class. 

*Register* [ https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/mountainviewrecreation/activity/search/detail/17418?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true ]






*Teen Scene - What's new in October?*






Teen Spooky Spec




*AfterHours: Spooky Spectacular
*Date: Friday, Oct. 24
Time: 7 - 9 p.m.
Location: The View Teen Center - 263 Escuela Avenue 
"Open to ""6th – 12th graders"

Get ready for a night of spooky fun and frights! Join us for an evening packed with thrilling Halloween activities and delicious treats. Test your bravery with eerie games like the Fear Factor Milkshake Station, and unleash your creativity at our craft stations with slime and other spooky projects. Plus, we'll have classic Halloween movies playing to set the mood and plenty of delicious goodies, including Franken-Punch, Hot Dog Mummies, and Halloween Oreos, along with hot cider to keep you toasty. We'll be giving out prizes and lots of candy, so come prepared for a night of ghoulish delights! Costumes are highly encouraged!

*Register* [ https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/mountainviewrecreation/activity/search/detail/17215?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true ]

College Prep

*College Prep Workshop: How to Write Effective UC Essays*
Date: Saturday, Oct. 11
Time: 11 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
Location: The View Teen Center - 263 Escuela Avenue 
"Open to 10th – 12th graders"

Now more than ever, college essays are incredibly important in the college admission process, an opportunity to share who the student is outside of the classroom and how they can be an asset to their selected campus. In this workshop, FLEX will share example essays and show you how FLEX essay specialists guide their students to write in a way that is specific, personal, cohesive, and that aligns with what colleges are looking for in a stand-out student.

*Register* [ https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/mountainviewrecreation/activity/search/detail/17757?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true ]






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*College Tour: Sonoma State University*
Date: Saturday, October 18
Time: 7 a.m.- 3 p.m.
Location: The View Teen Center - 263 Escuela Avenue
"Open to 10th – 12th graders"

*Description: *Are you a 10th-12th grader thinking about college? Join us for a free college tour to Sonoma State University's Preview Day.  This is your chance to get a firsthand look at what it's like to be a Seawolf. You'll explore the campus, meet current students, faculty, and staff, and learn all about academics, student life, and the resources available to help you succeed. You can even eat on campus at one of their many dining options! Whether you're just starting your college search or already considering SSU, this tour is for you. 

*Register* [ https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/mountainviewrecreation/activity/search/detail/17223?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true ]






*Senior Programs (Ages 55+) *






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* Upcoming October Workshops*






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

*Thursday, Oct. 2
*"Extreme Heat Preparedness for Older Adults "

*Thursday, Oct. 9
*"Yoga Breathing Exercises & Lung Screening "

*Thursday, Oct. 23
*"Rent Stabilization 101"  

*Thursday, Oct. 30*
"Mastering Your Smartphone Camera "

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. [ https://www.mountainview.gov/our-city/departments/community-services/recreation/senior-center/special-events-workshops ]






*Aquatics: Poolside Updates*






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* Lap Swim Schedule*






*Rengstorff Park Aquatics Center *(2073 Crisanto Avenue)


* *Morning Schedule*
Monday - Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Saturday - Sunday: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
* *Evening Schedule
*Monday, Wednesday, and Friday: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Tuesday and Thursday: 4:30 - 8:30 p.m.

*Please Note*: On Saturdays, from 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m., the rec pool is unavailable due to swim lessons. The lap pool will remain open for lap swimming.

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*Teen Lap Swim* is back starting *Saturday, Nov.** 1*. This hour is dedicated to teen swimmers, but guardians are welcome!

*Rengstorff Park Aquatics Center *(2073 Crisanto Avenue)


* Saturday and Sunday: 1 - 2 p.m.

*Pool Closure:* The pool will be closed on *Saturday, October 25* for a City event.

For more information, visit MountainView.gov/LapSwim [ https://www.mountainview.gov/our-city/departments/community-services/recreation/aquatics-pools/lap-swim-appointments ].






* Recreation Swim Hours*






Recreation swim will be ending on *Saturday, Oct**. 19 *and will reopen on Saturday, May 23, 2026. 

*Rengstorff Park Aquatics Center *(2073 Crisanto Avenue)


* Saturday and Sunday: 1:30 - 6:30 p.m.

For more information, visit MountainView.gov/RecSwim [ https://www.mountainview.gov/our-city/departments/community-services/recreation/aquatics-pools/recreation-swim ].






Upcoming Events

*Oct. 2: *Workshop - Extreme Heat Preparedness for Older Adults (Ages 55+) [ https://www.mountainview.gov/our-city/departments/community-services/recreation/senior-center/special-events-workshops ]

*Oct. 8:* Music on Castro - Performer: Vocals by David Johnson [ https://www.mountainview.gov/our-city/departments/community-services/music-on-castro ]

Oct. *9**:* Magical Bridge Performance Series [ https://www.mountainview.gov/our-city/departments/community-services/special-events/magical-bridge-performance-series ]

*Oct. 9:* Workshop - Yoga Breathing Exercises & Lung Screening (Ages 55+) [ https://www.mountainview.gov/our-city/departments/community-services/recreation/senior-center/special-events-workshops ]

*Oct. 15: *Magical Bridge Performance Series [ https://www.mountainview.gov/our-city/departments/community-services/special-events/magical-bridge-performance-series ]

*Oct. 15**:* Music on Castro - Performer: Lavender Fields [ https://www.mountainview.gov/our-city/departments/community-services/music-on-castro ]

*Oct. 18: *Spooky Times at Deer Hollow Farm [ https://www.deerhollowfarm.org/special-eventsFlyers/Photos ]

*Oct. 23:* Workshop - Rent Stabilization 101 (Ages 55+) [ https://www.mountainview.gov/our-city/departments/community-services/recreation/senior-center/special-events-workshops ]

*Oct. 24*: AfterHours: Spooky Spectacular ("6th – 12th graders)" [ https://www.mountainview.gov/our-city/departments/community-services/recreation/youth-teens/the-view-teen-center/programs-and-events/-fsiteid-1 ]

*Oct. 24:* Music on Castro - Performer: Jazz Cats [ https://www.mountainview.gov/our-city/departments/community-services/music-on-castro ]

*Oct. 25*: Monster Bash [ https://www.mountainview.gov/our-city/departments/community-services/special-events/monster-bash ]

*Oct. 29:* Music on Castro - Performer: New Spell [ https://www.mountainview.gov/our-city/departments/community-services/music-on-castro ]

*Oct. 30:* Workshop - Mastering Your Smartphone Camera (Ages 55+) [ https://www.mountainview.gov/our-city/departments/community-services/recreation/senior-center/special-events-workshops ]






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*RECREATION* [ https://www.mountainview.gov/our-city/departments/community-services/recreation ]



*AQUATICS* [ https://www.mountainview.gov/our-city/departments/community-services/recreation/aquatics-pools ]



*SENIOR SERVICES [ https://www.mountainview.gov/our-city/departments/community-services/recreation/senior-center ]*



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



*COMMISSIONS [ https://www.mountainview.gov/our-city/city-council/boards-commissions-and-committees ]*














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