Get to Know the Nest!
Drop in for a morning of community, conversation and companionship at our twice-weekly Coffee Talks. Attend a workshop or recharge with some of our wellness offerings. Connect with the parent community and local parenting resources. The Nest welcomes families of all faiths and backgrounds. Children are welcome.
Programs and Workshops on Parenting Include:
- Limit setting
- Potty training
- Healthy sleep habits
Support, Health, and Wellness for Parents Includes:
- Yoga and Meditation
- Ritual and routine for maintaining your household with equanimity
Upcoming Events at the Nest
Coffee Talk
Select Mondays and Wednesdays • 9:00 – 10:30 am (Some additional dates and times offered) • The Nest at the PJCC Preschool
Join the conversation at The Nest at our twice-weekly Coffee Talks! We invite families with infants and toddlers and expecting parents to meet, chat, and connect over light bites and warm drinks.
Coffee Talk meets on the following dates:
- Monday, May 27: The Nest is closed for Memorial Day.
- Wednesday, May 29: Jeni Clancy, Jewish Family Programs and Engagement Manager, shares successful sleep strategies.
- Monday, June 3: Laura Johnson will host a group discussion for parents.
- Wednesday, June 5: Michelle Greenebaum will host a group discussion for parents about cooking with kids.
- Wednesday, June 12: Laura Johnson will host a group discussion for parents.
- Week of June 17–21: The Nest is closed for Camp Keff summer training.
- Monday, June 24: Laura Johnson will host a group discussion for parents.
- Wednesday, June 26: Jeni Clancy, Jewish Family Programs and Engagement Manager at the PJCC, discusses “Joyful Jewish Parenting.”
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Core Strength
Thursday, May 30 · 9:30 – 10:30 am · The Nest · $18 Members & Public
Adriana Mireles leads a class focusing on core strength and the pelvic floor, specifically designed for mothers.
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Lunch and Learn: Yoman Hamishpacha: Creating a Family Adventure Journal
Friday, May 31 · 12:00 – 1:00 pm · The Nest · Free
Join Parent Educator Tamar Zaken in creating a beautiful and easy to update journal that records and inspires meaningful family memories.
Lunch and journaling materials provided. Children welcome to attend with their parent. Registration required.
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Havdalah Dance Party with Mimi
Sunday, June 2 · 10:30 am – 12:00 pm · PJCC Preschool MPR · Free
Sing, dance & bounce your way into a new week with early childhood musician and tot performer Mimi Greisman. Join us for music, puppets, parachute time, a havdalah (end of Shabbat) ceremony & tons of fun with your Nest community. Best for families with at least one child under age 3. For more details, contact Laura Johnson at 650.378.2667. Registration required. All are welcome.
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Bubelah Bounce
Tuesday, June 4 · 9:00 – 10:30 am · PJCC Gymnasium · Free for Center Members & Those Registered for Spring 2019 Nest Programs/$11 Community Members & Public
Play and explore at the PJCC fitness center! Parents can connect in a space that’s created especially for your little movers!
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Yoga Stretch & Self Care
Tuesday, June 4 · 11:30 am – 12:30 pm · The Nest · $18 Members & Public
Cassandra McDonough leads a class for mothers and their children in yoga, stretching, and self-care.
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Sip and Schmooze
Tuesday, June 11 · 11:30 am – 12:30 pm · The Nest · Free
Sip, schmooze, schlep! Parents will gather to socialize in the Nest and bring with them items to donate for children aged 0-3.
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