30 Jun 2011

Pescadero Grown! Farmers Market Opens on July 7

Puente is pleased to announce the launch of Pescadero Grown! This Certified Farmer’s Market, sponsored by Puente, will ring it’s opening bell on Thursday, July 7, 2011 at 5:00 PM at 620 North Street (Pescadero Elementary School).

With your support, the market will run weekly from 5-8 PM until November.

Come out to support the market vendors who will bring local and delicious foods, pick up a bumper sticker, and listen to the music of Andy Markham.

Check in for updates at http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/event.php?eid=178021478923807

Read the article in the Half Moon Bay Review http://www.hmbreview.com/news/article_9df192c4-a27b-11e0-8de2-001cc4c03286.html

29 Jun 2011

Summer Youth Orientation Highlights

41 Youth staff received CPR training through the Red Cross, as part of their readiness orientation for their summer activities.

This youth employed by Puente will be working with children at the summer school program of the local school district, the YMCA Jones Gulch Day Camp, local horse camps, kick-off to kindergarten, math camp, Pie Ranch, childcare and various internships.

The youth also received training on Child Abuse Prevention, Customer Service, Power and Control, Puente’s Strategic Plan and programs and safety procedures.

Funding for this program is provided by the San Mateo County Work Investment Board, TomKat Foundation, and other private contributions.

18 Jun 2011

Sunny La Honda Party for Puente

Cheryl and Detlef Matthies hosted a La Honda party to benefit Puente. More than 20 La Honda neighbors gathered to hear about Puente’s work and the news that Puente will open a La Honda office in July. Thanks to Cheryl and Detlef, and board member Carol Young-Holt, for a lovely gathering.