Central Oklahoma Children's Directory

Central Oklahoma Children’s Directory Fall Winter 2011-12

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Volume 17 No. 1

First United Methodist Church Preschool/MDO

founded in 1979

341-1230  305 E. Hurd

www.fumcpreschoolmdo.com fumcpreschoolmdo@sbcglobal.net

Mother’s Day Out 12 months to 3 years 9 a.m.-2:45 p.m.

M, T, W, Th Classes Available

Wally

Preschool 3, 4 and 5 years 9:00-11:30 a.m. M-Th

Preschool Teachers are Degreed Developmental & Academic Programming

Extended Day Optional/Flexible - PM 3, 4 and 5 years, also “graduates”

Special classes offered: Jump for Joy and Creative Art

A Message from the publishers of the Central Oklahoma Children’s Directory

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After 17 years of service to the metro area, it is time for a new name. This is still the great publication it always was, however, for many years we have distributed the directory throughout the metro area for a six-month period - Fall-Winter September-March, and Spring-Summer March-September.

Our new name better reflects our distribution but we will never forget our Edmond roots. Please tell our advertisers that you found them in the Central Oklahoma Children’s Directory! Check out our free new companion e-newsletter. You’ll gain quick insight into upcoming activities, events, things you just can’t miss out on as family, as well as tips and articles from our participants. Send your email address to centralokchildrensdirectory@ hotmail.com to be added to our e-news list.

You’ll find all sorts of information and unique businesses in this directory.

We have many participants who have been with us the entire time and we want to thank them as well as our new advertisers for their continued support. Our goal is to produce a quality publication that families will use and keep as a resource. E-mail us at centralokchildrensdirectory@hotmail.com with events, suggestions, questions, etc. Our advertisers have extra directories on hand for you to pick up.

Check out our website at centralokchildrensdirectory.com to view the entire directory on-line.

You will also find: ♦ complete calendar of events ♦ links to our advertisers websites & e-mail addresses banner ads to our color advertisers ♦ a text-based directory of services

Look for the Spring/Summer edition to premier in March 2012.

For information about advertising in the next issue, please call Sherry Protus (405) 348-3009 or visit the web page at www.centralokchildrensdirectory.com.

Terri R. Folks, Publisher Sherry Protus, Co-Publisher & Advertising Sales Manager Lesa Ferster, Advertising Sales Representative On the Cover: Photo provided by TaylorMade Photography © TaylorMade Photography, 2011.

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Central Oklahoma Children’s Directory

Table of Contents

Animal Programs........................................................................................... 3 The Arts/Fine Arts......................................................................................... 4 Birthday Parties............................................................................................. 4 Child Care...................................................................................................4-5 Children’s Day Out Programs....................................................................6-7 Child Safety Products.................................................................................... 8 Clothing......................................................................................................... 8 COLOR ADVERTISING SECTION.....................................................17-32 Counselors..................................................................................................... 9 Dance........................................................................................................... 10 Edmond Chamber of Commerce................................................................. 46 Educational Consultants/Programs.........................................................10-12 Entertainment.........................................................................................13-14 Fitness.......................................................................................................... 15 Guitar Programs........................................................................................... 16 Gymnastics.................................................................................................. 16 Index of Advertisers.................................................................................... 48 Kitchen Products......................................................................................... 32 Martial Arts.................................................................................................. 32 Metropolitan Library System...................................................................... 46 Museums.................................................................................................34-35 Music Programs........................................................................................... 36 Performing Arts......................................................................................36-37 Photographers.........................................................................................37-38 Preschools...............................................................................................39-40 Private Schools.......................................................................................41-42 Sports/Swimming...................................................................................42-44 Toys/Toy Store............................................................................................. 44 Web Page Design......................................................................................... 42 Website Reference List................................................................................ 47 2 ♥ Fall Winter 2011-12

Animal Programs

website: cottonwoodcreekmorgans.com email: mhighsaw@gmail.com Fall-Winter 2011-12 ♼ 3

The Arts/Fine Arts

Birthday Parties

ALL ABOARD! PAPA’S PARTY TRAIN

PAPASPARTYTRAIN.COM 405-623-7608 New to OKC Metro Area

Invite Papa, the engineer, and his train to your next birthday party, neighborhood event or any get together. This miniature version of a real train will chug kids and adults around an outdoor location of your choice for an hour or more. Comes complete with Papa, the engineer, party music, a little green engine with 5 train cars and much more. Contact us NOW to schedule your party!

Child Care...

Child Care Providers of Edmond..............................(405) 330-HOME website: childcareofedmond.com email: hunterofok@cox.net Contact: Deborah Hunter Home child care providers with 35 members in the association.

See our COLOR ad on page 26!

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One Step at a Time Child Care, Inc. .............................(405) 330-3077 website: onestepedmond.com email: one_step@sbcglobal.net 1724 Renaissance Blvd., Edmond OK 73013 Contact: Megan Bagby Christian-based Full Curriculum, family owned and operated, school age through infants.

See our COLOR ad on page 28!

405.751.1910 CALL TODAY

Kim Denny Edmond/ OKC Owner web site:

lovemysitter.com

PARENT’S NIGHT OUT 3rd Saturday – Every Month

PAMPER YOURSELF WITHOUT THE KIDS! 6 pm-11 pm Age: 8 mos.–12 yrs. Call to Reserve • swimming • moon walk • movie • snacks/popcorn

Sports, Fitness & Health

3333 W. Hefner Road 751-3344

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Children’s Day Out/Mother’s Day Out Southern Hills Child Development Center....................(405) 341-0100 website: shcdc.net email: cdcoffice@southernhillschristian.org 3207 S. Boulevard St., Edmond, OK 73013 Contact: Carolyn Lamiell Mother’s Day Out Program.

See our COLOR ad on page 19!

Children’s Day Out at New Covenant UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

2700 South Boulevard, Edmond

Fall Session Starts in August August–May Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays 9:30 am–2:30 pm (12 months-5 yrs) Celebrating 27 years of Faith, Friends and fun!

Pre-K Program and Full or 1/2 day Kindergarten Program

562-3224

•Academic & Christian Curriculum •Birthday Chapel •Loving, safe, spiritual environment •Language, cognitive, social and physical development •Hands-on Learning Experiences •Gymboree Classes •Christian Music Program •Centers-Based Curriculum •Degreed & Certified Teachers •Pintsized Picassos Art Class

Visit our website at www.ncovenant.org or email CDO@ncovenant.org

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Mother’s Day Out & Preschool

“Expanding Tomorrow’s Horizons by Enriching Lives Today” ★Tues., Wed. & Thurs. 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. ★Degreed & Certified Teachers ★Low Teacher/Student Ratios Sept-May ★Summer Session Tues. & Thurs. 9-12:30 ★Morning Assembly ★Music & Art ★12 months–Pre-K ★Field Trips ★Multisensory Learning for ★Readiness Skills Babies & Toddlers ★Sibling Discount Rate ★Hands on Learning for Preschoolers ★Academic & Christian Curriculum

Santa Fe Presbyterian Church

website: santafedayschool.org e-mail: director@santafedayschool.org 1603 N. Santa Fe Ave. Edmond 844-1033

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Child Safety Products

Clothing Uptown Kids.....................................................................(405) 418-8881 website: www.uptownkidssstyle.com email: cgoldman@uptownkidsstyle.com Classen Curve, 5840 N. Classen Boulevard Suite 3, Oklahoma City, OK 73118 Contact: Carolyn Goldman Clothing store featuring concerts, story time and special events

See our COLOR ad on page 23!

Busy Moms and Families sign up for our new e-newsletter full of tips, information and activities

Email us to join our e-newsletter list at centralokchildrensdirectory@hotmail.com

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The Counseling & Consulting Offices of: Paul G. Tobin, Ph.D., Prof. Corp. and Ann E. Benjamin, M.Ed., Inc. and Lisa L. Marotta, Ph.D. , P.L.L.C. also providing services:

Gracie Moyers, M.Ed., LPC Phyllis Van Hemert, M.Ed., LPC Sherry Siler, M.Ed., LPC Gloria So-Lloyd, Ph.D., LCSW Martin Loberg, M.A., LPC Nancy McReynolds, Ph.D., LADC

Family  Marriage  Individual Counseling Educational & Business Consultations Assessment  Groups Seminars 3855 South Boulevard, Ste. 100

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Edmond

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340-4321

www.ccoffices.com

Do you need someone to listen?

Providing care with compassion, reassurance and understanding...

Andrew Scott, M.Ed., LPC, LADC Licensed Professional Counselor & Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor

285.8226

Caring for Children, Adolescents, Adults, Families and Couples

1616 E. 19th Street, Suite 305 • Edmond, OK

www.andrewscottlpc.com • andy@andrewscottlpc.com Fall Winter 2011-12 ♥ 9

Dance Dance Phase.......................................................................(405) 341-7220 website: www.dancephasestudio.com email: dancephase@gmail.com 3900 S. Broadway Bldg. 3 Edmond, OK 73013 Contact: Lisa Motsenbocker Dance instruction for students of all ages.

See our COLOR ad on page 32!

Dance Unlimited Performing Arts Center......................(405) 844-9996 website: www.danceunlimitedpac.com • email: amyrr@cox.net 514 S. Bryant Avenue Edmond, OK 73034 Contact: Amy Reed Learn to Dance, Sing and Act! Dance Unlimited/Spotlight Acting Academy See our COLOR ad on page 29!

Educational Consultants/Programs College Nannies & Tutors.................................................(405) 513-6060 website: collegetutors.com/edmondok email: kdallas@collegenannies.com 1333 N. Santa Fe Avenue, Suite 116, Edmond, OK 73012 Contact: Karin Dallas One on one tutoring and college prep • customized nanny service See our COLOR ad on page 20!

New Name, Still Same Great Publication!

Free copies are available at these fine advertisers or visit the web to view the entire book www.centralokchildrensdirectory.

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Entertainment Juggle Whatever....................................................................................... (405) 464-1060 website: jugglewhatever.com email: info@jugglewhatever.com PO Box 20086, Oklahoma City, OK 73156 Come and learn how to juggle with Juggle Whatever! Birthday, family and just for fun parties. Church, youth and adult events.

See our COLOR ad on page 21!

BIRTHDAY POOL PARTIES

•indoor warm water pool •indoor lap pool •outdoor pool with gazebo (summer)

For any special occasion:

• Birthdays • School Celebrations • Team Parties • Family Functions

Call Today to Schedule Your Best Party Ever!

LIGHTHOUSE Sports, Fitness and Health

3333 W. Hefner Rd. 751-3344 www.okclighthouse.com

Paint’N Station

Paint your own pottery studio

Walk-in Any Time EE Buy 1-Get 1 FR e) it or Studio fe e (Paint it...Tak coupon t en es pr t Mus bined w/any m co be Cannot unt co other offer/dis

Paint’N Station is a studio designed for artists of ALL ages. With 16 years of experience, we are #1 when it comes to a “Kid Friendly” atmosphere!

Birthday Parties Paint it...Take It Projects Field Trips (Church & School) Teen Parties Princess Parties Wedding Parties

Check for Seasonal Specials!

Paint’N Station offers the largest line of pottery in the OKC area. Paint it...Take it projects are great for our younger artist. Stop by TODAY!

7906 N. May • Oklahoma City • 405-842-7770 paintnstation@aol.com www.paintnstation.com Fall Winter 2011-12 ♥ 13

Your Walk-In Arts and Crafts Studio

leather crafts ceramics indoor playground birthday parties paint’n take crafts for teen and grown-ups too free wi-fi

575 Enterprise Drive parents’ night out Off Kelly, South of 15th in Edmond and more (405) 340-7584 (PLUG) www.unpluggits.com

Celebrating 17 years as Oklahoma City’s FIRST Children’s Directory and FREE Resource Guide for Families! www.centralokchildrensdirectory.com

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Fitness

The Place For Good Health LIVE LONG AND FEEL BETTER The Lighthouse is OKC’s most extensive facility to help you and your family maintain Good Health, Lose Weight and have a more Active, Longer Life. Come experience our many activities.

• Over 80 pieces of Cardiovascular Equipment with Cardio Theater

• Warm Water Pool

• Selectorized Weight Machines

• 12 Lane Lap Pool

• 14 Televisions

• 3 Group Exercise Studios • Free Weights

• Personal Training to Guarantee Results

Special Services

• Nursery

• Yoga, Pilates, Tai Chi

• Water Babies with Parent

• Swim Lessons

• Water Arthritis, Hydro-Tone

• Personal Training

• Therapeutic Massage

• Birthday Pool Parties

• Individual Fitness Assessment

• Youth/Adult Basketball Leagues

• Kickboxing, Group Power, Spinning

• Hi-Lo Cardio, Abs and Back

• Preschool Ages 3-5

• Kids Health Zone

$100 OFF MEMBERSHIP!

Mention this ad and receive $100 off of your membership.

Some restrictions apply and this can not be used with any offer.

3333 W. Hefner Rd. (NE corner at Lake Hefner Pkwy. and Hefner Rd.)

751-3344

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Guitar Programs Guitar for Kids School of Rock

Electric, acoustic & classical guitar studies designed for beginning guitarists. Limited class space.

Free Guitar - ask for details!

Ages 6 To Adult Certified guitar teacher in Oklahoma B.M. in guitar and music education

Classical Guitar Classes for those who want to attend Classen School of Advanced Studies Studio located in Edmond at the corner of N. Blvd. St. and E. Campbell St.

Call Doug at 340-8294 www.guitarforcoolkids.com

All major credit cards accepted **Ask about our special discounts**

“Take a video tour of the studio. The only guitar school that offers all we do! Go to the website and look under my videos.”

New Name, Still Same Great Publication!

Free copies are available at these fine advertisers or visit the web to view the entire book www.centralokchildrensdirectory.com

Gymnastics Metro Gymnastics.............................................................(405) 848-5308 Web: www.metrogymokc.com Email: metrogymokc@sbcglobal.net 7420 N. Broadway • Suite F • Oklahoma City OK 73116 Contact: Sarah Brawley or Carol Lee Gymnastics/Cheer See our COLOR ad on the BACK COVER! 16 ♥ Fall Winter 2011-12

Fall Break Fall Follies Week 1: Oct 10–14 Week 2: Oct 17–18 2 day camp: Oct 20 & 21

Winter Camp

Shows

Dec 19–23 and 27–30

“The Ugly Duckling”

Winter Classes

Sep 30–Oct 14

Beginning Feb 2, 2012

Winter Classes Mar 12–16 and 19–23, 2012

To enroll: 606-7003

“A Christmas Carol” Dec 1–11

“The Sugar Plum Fairy” Dec 2–18

“A Teddy Bears Picnic” Jan 22–Feb 10, 2012

Tickets: 951-0011

www.oklahomachild renstheatre.org

Mercedes-Benz of OKC

Latchkey Child Services

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Southern Hills Child Development Center Come play with us in our developmentally appropriate center Enrolling ages 6 months through 5 years School Term and 8 Week Summer Program Available

3207 S. Boulevard St. Edmond, OK 73013 341-0100 shcdc.net Fall Winter 2011-12 ♼ 19

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Hire a juggling instructor for your event!

• • • •

Birthday Parties Church Groups Youth Events I teach them all!

Self Esteem Through Action

405-464-1060 • jugglewhatever.com Fall Winter 2011-12 ♥ 21

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You’re going to love all of the fun events at Uptown Kids!

UTK Concert Series Have a rockin’ good time with us all year long....

Sugar Free All-Stars at 10:30 am Saturday, October 22nd & December 10 Spaghetti Eddie at 10:30 am Saturday, November 19th

Story Time in the Big Yellow Box

This hour of magic will have a lasting impression and fulfill every child’s dream! All events begin at 10:30 am

Adventures with Transformers’ Optimus Prime & Halloween Face Painting Saturday, October 15th Under the Sea with Me Storytime Saturday, November 12th Adventures with the Uptown Elf Saturday, December 17th

Mention this coupon for $10 off with $50 purchase with exclusions. Check store for details. expires March 30, 2012

visit us 5840 N. Classen, Suite 3 call us 418.8881 online www.uptownkidsstyle.com Fall Winter 2011-12 ♥ 23

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77 SE 89th St

104th St

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NE 27th St

NE 12th St

SE 104th St S Sunnylane Rd

N Janeway Ave

S Santa Fe Ave

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S Sooner Rd

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S Sunnylane Rd

S Santa Fe Ave

OVER 300 SKELETONS ON DISPLAY!

ds Blvd S Shiel

THE MUSEUM OF OSTEOLOGY, located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, is a unique educational experience. Focusing on the form and function of the skeletal system, this 7000 square ft. museum displays hundreds of skulls and skeletons from all corners of the world.

SE 119th St

Adults and Children – $6 each Children under 3 – One Free w/ Paid Adult

Military – $5 Valid ID required

MUSEUM OF OSTEOLOGY

(405) 814-0006 • museumofosteology.org 10301 S. Sunnylane Rd., OKC, OK 73160 Fall Winter 2011-12 ♥ 25

Child Care Providers of Edmond

We are a group of home-based child care providers, licensed through the state of Oklahoma, DHS, certified in first aid and CPR. 330-HOME

www.childcareofedmond.com

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Fall Break Camp and Winter Camps with a Summer Camp Feel who want to have a great camp experience.

Fall Break Camp & Winter Camps

Fall Break Camp Winter Camp Session 1 Winter Camp Session 2 Winter Camp Session 3

October 17-28 December 12-16 December 19-22 December 27-29

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Classes offered in Ballet, Pointe, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Acting, Voice and Musical Theatre

New this Year: {Adult Stretch Class {Zumba {Parent/Tot classes for 2 year olds!

The Best Faculty and TRAINING in Town and Amazing Year End Productions Fall Winter 2011-12 ♼ 29

St. Mark Lutheran Church Preschool/MDO Founded in 2000

405-340-0192 www.stmarkedmond.org

1501 N. Bryant Rd. stmarkmdo@sbcglobal.net

Mother’s Day Out 18 month to 23 months (M,W,F or TTH classes available) 9:30 – 2:30 pm Preschool 2, 3, 4 & 5 years (MWF, TTH and MWTH classes available) 9:30 – 2:30 pm Faith-based curriculum We offer enrichment classes in Music and Spanish for 3-5 year olds DHS licensed School term and summer term available Introducing children to Jesus

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Kitchen Products

Martial Arts

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Museums Jasmine Moran Children’s Museum..........................................800-259-KIDS Web Site: www.jasminemoran.com 1714 W. Wrangler Blvd. Seminole, OK 74818-1828 Children’s Museum See our COLOR ad on page 19!

Science Museum Oklahoma....................................................... (405) 602-6664 website: sciencemuseumok.org 2100 NE 52 Street Oklahoma City, OK 73111 Oklahoma’s only science museum, open 7 days a week See our COLOR ad on page 20!

Museum of Osteology................................................................. (405) 814-0006 Web Site: museumofosteology.org Email info@museumofosteology.org 10301 South Sunnylane, Oklahoma City, OK 73160 The Museum of Osteology is America’s only skeleton museum featuring over 300 animal and human skeletons on display. This museum is a fun and educational experience for all ages!

See our COLOR ad on page 25!

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October 20 – 21 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Fall Break Youth Art Camp (Before/After Care Available) The Museum offers its first fall break art camp for students ages 11 to 14. Enjoy hands-on art and craft activities in one of the most inspiring art settings in the West. Tuition: $65.

Before Care available at 8:00 a.m. and After Care Available until 5:00 with advance reservation and $10 extra prepaid. Limited enrollment with advance reservations required, (405) 478-2250, Ext. 264

October 1 10:00 a.m. – Noon Saturdays for Kids—Button Indian Corn Make a fun decoration! Maize—or what is sometimes called Indian corn—was an important crop to Native Americans and early settlers. Children will create a colorful Indian corn craft using multi-colored buttons.

Saturdays for Kids events are designed for children ages 4 to 12 and include free admission. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

November 5 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.

Saturdays for Kids—PhotoPoetics Come see the brilliant photography of Craig Varjabedian and learn how to enhance your own photos and create short poems. There will be two, one-hour sessions that include a gallery walk, art making and a word craft, with a photo to take home.

December 3, 2011 10:00 a.m. – Noon Saturdays for Kids—Old-Fashioned Ornament-Making Make a special ornament for your family tree or help decorate the Museum’s schoolhouse Christmas tree. Try new projects or create old favorites, such as pinecone bird feeders and decorated snowflakes!

Reservations requested, call (405) 478-2250, Ext. 264.

Check the website for more children’s programs!

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Music Programs Oklahoma City Philharmonic.................................................... 405-TICKETS Web Site: www.okcphilharmonic.org 428 West California, Suite 210, Oklahoma City, OK 73102 Providing Inspiration and Joy Through Orchestra Music! Performances are held at the Civic Center Music Hall.

See our COLOR ad on page 22!

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Performing Arts Oklahoma Children’s Theatre.........................................(405) 606-7003 website: www.oklahomachildrenstheatre.org 2501 N. Blackwelder, Oklahoma City, OK 73106 Contact: Lyn Adams Theatre for young audiences, camps, classes and workshops 3-17 years!

See our COLOR ad on page 17!

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Musical Theatre Acting, Dance Private Voice Lessons Technical Theatre Classes Summer Camps Masterclasses

Spring Session begins January 16, 2012

We offer classes for kids, teens, and adults!

Call us TODAY for info at (405) 285-5803 or find us at www.upstagetheatreok.com

Classes held at 844 W. Danforth next to Star Steps

Photographers A Cherry on Top Photography........................................(405) 562-3368 website: www.acherryontopphotography.com email: acotphoto@gmail.com Edmond, OK Contact: Lacey McKay Maternity, Newborn, Children’s photographer for Edmond, Guthrie, and Oklahoma City See our COLOR ad on page 24!

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Preschools

Aerobikidz................................................................................... (405) 843-5439 Website: www.aerobikidz.com Email: aerobikidz@att.net 3333 W. Hefner Road, Oklahoma City OK 73013 Children’s Preschool and Camps See our COLOR AD on Page 27 for more information!

The Bilingual Schoolhouse......................................................... (405) 315-7418 Website: www.bilingualschoolhouse.com Email: kscott@bilingualschoolhouse.com 3131 NW 50th, Mayfair Heights United Methodist Church Foreign Language Classes & Full Immersion Preschool First United Methodist Church Preschool & Mother’s Day Out................................................................... (405) 341-1230 Website: www.fumcpreschoolmdo.com email: fumcpreschoolmdo@sbcglobal.net 305 E. Hurd; Mailing address: P.O. Box 390 Edmond, OK 73083 Director, Glennis Peterman Developmental and academic, age appropriate programming for children from 12 months through 5 years.

See ad on inside front cover for more information!

Mary Mount Preschool.......................................... (405) 341-8166 or 408-4934 Website: marymountpreschool.com Email: marymountpreschool@yahoo.com 35 E. 15th Street, Edmond, OK 73013 Unique learning center that caters to advanced and gifted preschoolers See our COLOR AD on Page 18 for more information!

St. Mark Lutheran Church Preschool/MDO........................... (405) 340-0192 Website: www.stmarkedmond.org Email: stmarkmdo@sbcglobal.net 1501 N. Bryant Rd., Edmond OK Contact: Sheila Rudat Faith-based curriculum, DHS licensed, school term & summer term available.

See our COLOR AD on Page 30 for more information!

The Goddard School for Early Childhood Development.................................

(405) 348-4442 (Western) • (405) 330-1313 (Covell) Website: www.goddardschool.com 17440 N. Western Avenue • 6001 East Covell Road Warm, loving atmosphere for the healthy development of your child from six weeks to six years old.

See ad on inside back cover for more information!

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Private Schools Casady School...................................................................(405) 749-3214 Website: www.casady.org Email: gibsona@casady.org 9500 N. Pennsylvania Ave. Okla. City, OK 73120 Contact: Ashley Gibson Independent Episcopalian day school for students in grades Pre-K through 12.

See the color ad on page 26!

Christian Heritage Academy NORTH............................(405) 285-9692 Website: www.cha.org Email: lgarner@cha.org 1230 N. Sooner Road, Edmond OK 73034 Contact: Libby Hanon Christian School Pre-K through 5th grade - Edmond’s Best See the color ad on page 22!

St. Mary’s Episcopal School.............................................(405) 341-9541 Website: www.smesedmond.org Email: stmarysedmond@smesedmond.org 505 E. Covell Road Nancy Hetherington, Head of School Preschool through 6th grade. Before and after school available.

Westminster School...........................................................(405) 524-0631 Website: www.westminsterschool.org Email: parceneaux@westminsterschool.org 600 NW 44 Street • Oklahoma City, OK 73118 Admission Director, Paul Arceneaux Preschool and kindergarten, grades one through eight.

See the color ad on page 21!

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ASK THESE IMPORTANT QUESTIONS... ...When looking for the perfect Montessori school for your child.

Are the teachers Montessori certified?

Is the student-teacher ratio less than 10-1?

Is the school a member of the American Montessori Society?

Will my child learn to read, add/subtract?

Can I drop-in anytime to observe my child at school?

Does the school provide a loving, fun, structured environment?

If you can answer YES to all of these questions... you have found the perfect school for your child!

OKC MONTESSORI

2820 W. Britton Rd. Oklahoma City 748-7242 • okcmontessori.com

Sports & Swimming

Pacific Blue Swim Lessons Schedule Private Lessons for your child today!

Call 503-5522, 751-3344 or Shane Smith 626-6777 Trained instructors at several locations in Oklahoma City and surrounding areas.

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Sports, Fitness & Health

3333 W. Hefner Rd (NE Corner of Lake Hefner Pkwy and Hefner Rd)

751-3344

ACTIVITIES FOR ALL AGES The Lighthouse provides constructive, supervised programs, year-round in our 2 indoor pools, summer outdoor pool, and 4-court gymnasium, for children and parents alike.

Ages 3 months to Teens Swim Lessons

Martial Arts

Birthday Pool Parties

Water Babies – Parents & Over 3 Months

BASKETBALL

Basketball Camps

Fundamental Basketball Instruction

Developmental Youth Leagues ages 4-18

SHOCK BASKETBALL ACADEMY Shock Basketball Academy teaches kids proper basketball skills so they can have fun playing the game. We have the BEST YOUTH LEAGUES in OKC. SBA will help your son/daughter excel!

816-HOOP (4667)

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Swim Lessons For Safety and Piece of Mind Group & Private Lessons Ages 3 and Older Small Class Sizes Certified, Friendly Instructors

Lighthouse Sports, Fitness & Health

3333 West Hefner (NE Corner of Lake Hefner Parkway & Hefner Rd.)

405-751-3344

www.okclighthouse.com

Toy Store-Toys

Your Own Private Toy Closet!

Now at our additional Edmond location with Cinnamon Bears – 102 S. Broadway

for ages birth to five years Hours: Monday – Saturday 10 to 5:30

And in Wilshire Village – Oklahoma City 7638 North Western 848-1415

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for ages birth to fourteen Hours: Monday – Saturday 10 to 6 pm Open Thursdays till 7 pm

Web Design

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Enhance your business profile! Call or email today to find out more about a new web site or a redesign of your old one. yx38mj7@gmail.com - 405.348.3009

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Check out our website for these great services: • Entire directory is online in a graphical form for easy viewing • Advertising Information • Updated Calendar of Events • Text Based Information • Banner Links to our Color Advertisers • Website links

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Community Resources

We have it all.

Q Storytimes

Family Place: 1-2-3 Play With Me Q Q Baby Lapsits Q Parachute Play Q Child Guidance Parent Talk Q Children Reading To Dogs Q Book Clubs

“Your Inviting, Innovative Link to the World.”

www.metrolibrary.org

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Quick Website Reference List

A Cherry on Top Photography...................................................... www.acherryontopphotography.com Aerobikidz............................................................................................................ www.aerobikidz.com Bilingual Schoolhouse......................................................................... www.bilingualschoolhouse.com Casady School.............................................................................................................. www.casady.org Child Care Providers of Edmond........................................................... www.childcareofedmond.com Christian Heritage Academy............................................................................................. www.cha.org College Nannies & Tutors...............................................................www.collegetutors.com/edmondok Cottonwood Creek Ranch............................................................www.cottonwoodcreekmorgans.com Dance Phase.............................................................................................. www.dancephasestudio.com Dance Unlimited Performing Arts........................................................... www.danceunlimitedpac.com Central Oklahoma Children’s Directory.................................... www.centralokchildrensdirectory.com Edmond Chamber of Commerce.................................................................www.edmondchamber.com Fine Arts Institute .........................................................................................www.edmondfinearts.com First United Methodist Preschool/MDO................................................ www.fumcpreschoolmdo.com Goddard School..............................................................................................www.goddardschool.com Guitar for Cool Kids...................................................................................www.guitarforcoolkids.com Jasmine Moran Children’s Museum................................................................www.jasminemoran.com Juggle Whatever............................................................................................www.jugglewhatever.com Hurst Reading Center........................................................................................ www.hurstreading.com Kool Cats Web Design..............................................................................www.koolcatswebdesign.net Kumon of Edmond..................................................................................................... www.kumon.com Learning Tree............................................................................................... www.learningtreeokc.com Lighthouse Sports, Fitness & Health...............................................................www.okclighthouse.com Love My Sitter................................................................................................... www.lovemysittercom Mary Mount Preschool........................................................................ www.marymountpreschool.com Metro Gymnastics........................................................................................... www.metrogymokc.com Metropolitan Library........................................................................................... www.metrolibrary.org Museum of Osteology.............................................................................www.museumofosteology.org National Cowboy Museum & Western Heritage Center..................www.nationalcowboymuseum.org New Covenant Methodist Church.......................................................................... www.ncovenant.org OKC Montessori.............................................................................................www.okcmontessori.com Oklahoma Children’s Theatre........................................................ www.oklahomachildrenstheatre.org Oklahoma Childproofers, LLC......................................................... www.oklahomachildproofers.com Oklahoma City Philharmonic.......................................................................www.okcphilharmonic.org One Step at a Time Child Care Inc............................................................... www.onestepedmond.com Paint N’ Station..................................................................................................www.paintnstation.com Papa’s Party Train..........................................................................................www.papaspartytrain.com Poos Taekwondo...........................................................................................................www.poostkd.us Sante Fe Day School................................................................................... www.santafedayschool.org Sam Noble Museum of Natural History................................................................www.snomnh.ou.edu Science Museum........................................................................................ www.sciencemuseumok.org Scott, Andrew, M. Ed, LPC........................................................................... www.andrewscottlpc.com Sharyn’s Paint N Craft Studio................................................................. www.sharynspaintstudio.com Southern Hills CDC........................................................................................................ www.shcdc.net Shock Basketball Academy at Lighthouse.........................................................www.sbabasketball.net St. Mark Lutheran Church Preschool/MDO.................................................... www.stmarkedmond.org St. Mary’s Episcopal School..............................................................................www.smesedmond.org Stepping Stones MDO........................................................................................... www.waterloonaz.tv TaylorMade Photography................................................................ www.taylormadephotography.com The Pampered Chef..................................................................... www.pamperedchef.biz/joanbischoff Tobin and Benjamin/Counseling & Consulting Offices.......................................... www.ccoffices.com Unpluggits............................................................................................................ www.unpluggits.com Upstage Theatre & Performing Arts Studio............................................... www.upstagetheatreok.com Uptown Kids................................................................................................ www.uptownkidsstyle.com Westminster School................................................................................... www.westminsterschool.org

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Index of Advertisers A Cherry on Top Photography....24C, 37 Aerobikidz..............................27C, 39 Al’s Bicycles.................................. 44 Bilingual Schoolhouse..............11, 39 Casady School........................26C, 41 Child Care Providers of Edmond.... 4, 26C Christian Heritage Academy..22C, 41 College Nannies & Tutors.......10,20C Cottonwood Creek Ranch................ 3 Dance Phase...........................10, 32C Dance Unlimited PAC............10, 29C Fine Arts Institute............................. 4 First United Methodist Pre-School & MDO................ 39, inside front cover Goddard School for Early Childhood Development.... 39, inside back cover Guitar for Cool Kids...................... 16 Hurst Reading................................ 12 Jasmine Moran Children’s Museum................19C, 34 Juggle Whatever.....................13, 21C Kool Cats Web Design................... 45 Kumon Center.................................11 Learning Tree................................. 44 Lighthouse Birthday Pool Parties.. 13 Lighthouse Parents Night Out.......... 5 Lighthouse Sports, Fitness, Health....................................... 15, 43 Lighthouse Swim Lessons............. 44 Love My Sitter................................. 5 Mary Mount Preschool..........18C, 39 Metro Gymnastics..... 16, Back Cover Museum of Osteology............25C, 34 National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum........................... 35 New Covenant Meth. Church CDO.6 OKC Montessori............................ 42 48 ♥ Fall Winter 2011-12

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Oklahoma Childproofers.................. 8 Oklahoma Children’s Theatre ..................................17C, 36 Oklahoma Philharmonic........22C, 36 One Step at a Time Childcare..5, 28C Pacific Blue Swim Lessons............ 42 PaintN’ Station............................... 13 Papa's Party Train............................. 4 Pathways Preschool....................... 40 Poos Taekwondo............................ 16 Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History............................... 34 Santa Fe Day School........................ 7 Science Museum....................20C, 34 Scott, Andrew M.Ed., LPC.............. 9 Sharyn's Paint N Craft Studio........ 14 St. Mark Lutheran Church Preschool/ MDO......................................39, 30C St. Mary’s Episcopal School.......... 41 Southern Hills CDC.................6, 19C Stepping Stones MDO..................... 7 TaylorMade Photography............... 38 The Pampered Chef........................ 33 Tobin & Benjamin Counseling........ 9 Unpluggits Play Studio.................. 14 Upstage Theatre & PAS................. 37 Uptown Kids............................8, 23C Westminster School...............21C, 41 Other Participants: Edmond Chamber of Commerce... 46 Metropolitan Library System......... 46 Ad Rates......................................... 31

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