2022 ResourceFamilyGuide Your Family’s Guide to Everything New Orleans
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4 2022 Family Resource Guide Table of Contents 6 andEducationChildhoodEarlyCare 9 Education 21 FunFamily 26 ServicesFamilyandHealth 30 PlanningParty 37 ServicesandRetail 38 NeedsSpecial 43 RecreationandSports 45 The Arts Publisher BRANDON FOREMAN Associate Publisher AMY L. FOREMAN Business Operations LAURIE ACOSTA Director of Operations SARAH MILLER Client Relations Coordinator Editorial AMANDA MILLER Managing Editor EMILY DREZ Assistant Editor SARAH ANTHONYBATROUSBUI Editorial Assistants Art/Production MELODY TAUZIN Senior Graphic Designer ALEX HERRING Graphic Designer Advertising PATRICK PACHECO Director of Business Development CRYSTAL BARRETT CAMILLE RYNJENNIFERCAVINHOFFMANNWHITESIDE Account Executives Marketing EMILY MANCUSO Director of Marketing MAGGIE SHARP Marketing Assistant Community Development TERI HODGES Director of Community Partnerships ROXANE VOORHIES Community Outreach
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6 2022 Family Resource Guide Early Childhood Arden Cahill Academy –Infant Centre 3101 Wall Blvd., Gretna (504) ardencahillacademy.com392-0902 Arden Cahill Academy offers a co-educational program with a strong emphasis on academics and cultural enrichment for students aged six weeks through high school. Beary Cherry Tree Early EducationChildhoodandCare
lahelpu.dcfs@la.govdss.state.la.us
Child Development Center 3117 Lake Villa Dr., Metairie (504) Family-ownedbearycherrytree.com455-1950andoperated child care center with a positive, emotionally supportive teaching staff. Call for a private tour, as our center offers ongoing enrollment.
Childrengatesofprayer.orgagesthree months through five years enjoy a safe and nurturing school committed to providing a stimulating and supportive learning environment where children can grow and develop emotionally, cognitively, and physically. Mommy & Me R.E.A.D. Nola 921 S. Carrollton Ave., New Orleans (504) readnola.com450-3997
The ELC is a half-day, Christian educational developmental preschool for children ages one through four. Extended-day options are available.
Agenda for Children 8300 Earhart Blvd., Ste. 201, New Orleans (504) 586-8509 2486 Florida St., Mandeville (985) agendaforchildren.org624-2950
Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services (888) 524-3578
Early Learning Center of Woodland Church, The 5824 Berkley Dr., New Orleans (504) alice@wcnola.org394-8781 / wcnola.org
Helping Parents Grow: The Parenting Center provides classes, book and video lending libraries, and a playroom. Enrichment Classes Gym Rompers New Orleans 5212 S. Claiborne Ave., New Orleans (504) 481-0835
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Louise ManheimHayemGates Preschool 4000 W. Esplanade Ave., Metairie (504) 885-4339
Parenting Center at Children’s Hospital, The 210 State St., New Orleans (504) chnola.org/theparentingcenter896-9591
Services
Ourgymrompersfun.com“mommyandme” play-based baby and toddler enrichment classes will ignite your child’s developing cognitive, auditory, visual, verbal, motor, and social development with songs, music, movement, play, and friends! Our classes are a great way to socialize and make lifelong friends for you and your little one.
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2022 Family Resource Guide 9 Charter Schools Arthur Ashe Charter School 1456 Gardena Dr., New Orleans (504) 373-6267 Gradesarthur-ashe-charter-schoolfirstlineschools.org/K-8 Audubon Charter School Lower School 428 Broadway St., New Orleans (504) Upper324-7100School 1111 Milan St., New Orleans (504) Gentilly324-7110 Education
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2022 Family Resource Guide 11 4720 Painters St., New Orleans (504) auduboncharter.com309-9434 Grades PK-8 Benjamin andElementaryFranklinMathematicsScienceSchool 1116 Jefferson Ave., New Orleans 401 Nashville Ave., New Orleans (504) babyben.org304-3932 Grades PreK-8 Benjamin Franklin High School 2001 Leon C. Simon Dr., New Orleans (504) 286-2600 Gradesbfhsla.org9-12 Edward Hynes Charter School Lakeview Campus 990 Harrison Ave., New Orleans (504) 324-7160 UNO Campus 6101 Chatham Dr., New Orleans (504) 359-7700 Parkview Campus 4617 Mirabeau Ave., New Orleans (504) 766-0299 Gradeshynesschool.orgPreK-8 International High School of New Orleans 727 Carondelet St., New Orleans (504) 613-5703 Gradesihsnola.org9-12 International School of Louisiana Uptown Campus–French and Spanish Language Immersion 1400 Camp St., New Orleans (504) 654-1088 502LanguageWestbankGradesisl-edu.org/uptown-campus3-8Campus–SpanishImmersionOlivierSt.,NewOrleans (504) 274-4571 4040SpanishDixonGradesisl-edu.org/westbank-campusK-5Campus–FrenchandLanguageImmersionEagleSt.,NewOrleans (504) 934-4875 Gradesisl-edu.org/dixon-campusK-2 L.B. Landry High School 1200 LB Landry Ave., New Orleans (504) 302-7170 outsideopportunitiesStudentsindividualpathLandry,opportunitiescommittedL.B.Grades/schools/landryalgierscharterschools.org9-12LandryHighSchoolistoprovidingworld-classforallstudents.Atstudentscarveouttheirtosuccessbasedontheirowngoalsandaspirations.willfindmeaningfulbothinsideandtheclassroomthatwill help prepare them for life after high school. NCAP Code 610. Lafayette Academy Charter School Lower School
Lawrence D. Crocker College Prep 2301 Marengo St., New Orleans (504) nolacollegeprep.org335-0404
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Gradeslakeforestcharter.orgK-8
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12 2022 Family Resource Guide 2727 S. Carrollton Ave., New Orleans (504) 861-9767 Middle School 9330 Forshey St., New Orleans (504) lafayetteacademyno.org934-4683
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Lycée Français de la –FrenchNouvelle-OrléansImmersion Patton Campus 5951 Patton St., New Orleans Johnson Campus 1800 Monroe St., New Orleans McNair Campus 1607 South Carrollton Ave., New Orleans (504) 620-5500 Grades Pre-K2-11 Lycée Français de la Nouvelle-Orléans is a public charter school serving all of Louisiana. Adding a grade level each year, currently serving grades Pre-K2 through 11th Martin Behrman Charter School 2832 General Meyer Ave., New Orleans (504) 302-7090
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Grades PreK-8 Lake Forest Charter School 11110 Lake Forest Blvd., New Orleans (504) 826-7140
Grades PreK-8 Lusher Charter School Lower School 7315 Willow St., New Orleans (504) 862-5110 Middle & High School 5624 Freret St., New Orleans (504) 304-3960
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MartinGrades/schools/behrmanalgierscharterschools.orgPre-K-8BehrmanCharteris to educating our community and fostering an environment where students become lifelong learners. strive to ensure students’ academic and social-emotional growth through thinking, an appreciation for the around us. moving home to our renovated campus in Algiers Point this school year! Code 605. Morris Jeff Community School Elementary 211 S. Lopez St., New Orleans (504) 373-6258 Middle School 2733 Esplanade Ave., New Orleans (504) 503-0730 High School Campus 1301 N. Derbigny St., New Orleans (504) 355-0210 morrisjeffschool.org
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Grades-green-charter-schoolfirstlineschools.org/samuel-jPreK-8
Arden Cahill Academy 3101 Wall Blvd., Gretna (504) ardencahillacademy.com392-0902
De La Salle High School 5300 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans (504) 895-5717
Thedelasallenola.comonlyCatholicco-ed high school serving the city of New Orleans.
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Sacredashrosary.orgHeartis a Catholic, independent, college-prep school for girls ages 1 through grade 12.
rummelraiders.com
Samuel J. Green Charter School 2319 Valence St., New Orleans (504) 304-3532
Independent & Private Schools Academy of the Sacred Heart 4521 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans (504) 269-1213
Arden Cahill Academy offers a co-educational program with a strong emphasis on academics and cultural enrichment for students from six weeks through high school. Atonement Lutheran Church and School 6500 Riverside Dr., Metairie (504) 887-0225 Sincealcs.org1960, Atonement provides an affordable education in a purposefully small Christ-centered environment for Pre-K3 to 8th grade. Cabrini High School 1400 Moss St., New Orleans (504) cabrinihigh.com482-1193
archbishopchapelle.org
Archbishop Chapelle High School 8800 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie (504) 467-3105
RummelArchbishopHigh School 1901 Severn Ave., Metairie (504) 834-5592
Cabrini High School is rooted in the philosophy of St. Francis Xavier Cabrini who believed that education should be of the mind and heart. Cabrini High School provides a nurturing learning environment that promises individualized attention, academic rigor tailored to each student’s abilities and progress, and an experienced and recognized faculty dedicated to the intellectual and spiritual development of young women. At Cabrini, you’ll find friendship, faith, your future, and most importantly, you’ll “find yourself.”
Ecole Bilingue is an independent French immersion school offering a dual French/American curriculum for children ages 18 months through 8th grade. Kehoe-France School 720 Elise Ave., Metairie (504) 733-0472 kehoe-france.com
A leader in education and academic excellence since 1949, Kehoe-France is a place where empathy and integrity thrive. Metairie Park Country Day School 300 Park Rd., Metairie (504) 837-5204 mpcds.com Ridgewood Preparatory School 201 Pasadena Ave., Metairie (504) ridgewoodprep.com835-2545
individualthemissionmonthsenrollsSt.standrewsepiscopalschool.orgAndrew’sEpiscopalSchoolboysandgirlsfrom12through8thgrade.Theistoeducateandinspiremind,body,andspiritofeachchildwithasenseof
excellence, and to promote social responsibility in a nurturing environment that values faith, reason, and diversity. St. Ann School 4921 Meadowdale St., Metairie (504) 455-8383 St.stannschool.orgAnnenrollsboys and girls from two years through seventh grade and offers a challenging academic curriculum in a Catholic environment. St. Catherine of Siena Catholic School 400 Codifer Blvd., Metairie (504) 831-1166 SCSscsgators.orgprovides a community of faith dedicated to nurturing the whole child–academically, emotionally, and spiritually. St. Edward the Confessor School 4901 W. Metairie Ave., Metairie (504) 888-6353 Catholic,steddyschool.comPre-K-1to 7th grade–rigorous academics, widespread technology, fine arts, foreign language, families,extracurriculars,extensiveinvolvedandhappystudents. St. George’s Episcopal School 923 Napoleon Ave., New Orleans (504) 891-5509 stgnola.org St. John Lutheran School
St. Andrew’s Episcopal School 8012 Oak St., New Orleans (504) 861-3743
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Ecole Bilingue de la Nouvelle-Orléans 812 General Pershing St., New Orleans (504) ebnola.com896-4500
ProgramLittleashrosary.org/littleheartsHeartsEarlyLearningforagesone-three helps girls grow in all areas–social, emotional, cognitive, physical, and spiritual. Arden Cahill Academy 3101 Wall Blvd., Gretna (504) 392-0902
St.stpauls-lakeview.orgPaul’sisaprivate, co-educational, independent school, serving infants through eighth grade and offering a wide range of exceptional academic and enrichment programs. St. Paul’s vision is for students to develop curious, creative, and analytical minds; healthy bodies; strong values; and a commitment to service. Our goal for parents is to be completely confident in the intellectual and social education of their children; and for educators to prepare our students to succeed in a rapidly changing world. At St. Paul’s, we educate leaders and innovators who will shape the future. The Future Is Here. St. Pius X Catholic School 6600 Spanish Fort Blvd., New Orleans (504) 282-2811 St.stpiusxnola.orgPiusXisaPre-K3 to 7th grade Catholic, co-educational school dedicated to achieving academic excellence, high standards of morality, and the values of the Catholic faith. Stuart Hall School for Boys 2032 S. Carrollton Ave., New Orleans (504) 861-1954 stuarthall.org Ursuline Academy 2635 State St., New Orleans (504) go.uanola.org861-9150 Ursulineadmissions@uanola.orgAcademy,founded in 1727, is a Catholic school for girls offering a diverse educational environment from nursery (6 weeks) through a college-prep secondary program (grade 12). Waldorf School of New Orleans 2539 Columbus St., New Orleans (Main Campus at the Rose Collaborative) 2010 Peniston St., New Orleans (Early Childhood Center) (504) waldorfnola.org525-2420
Private Preschools Academy of the Sacred Heart–Little Hearts Early Learning Program 4301 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans (504) 269-6510
16 2022 Family Resource Guide 3937 Canal St., New Orleans (504) 488-6641 stjohnlutherannola.com St. Paul’s Episcopal School 6249 Canal Blvd., New Orleans (504) 488-1319
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Ecole Bilingue de la Nouvelle-Orléans 812 General Pershing St., New Orleans (504) ebnola.com896-4500
The ELC is a half-day, Christian educational developmental preschool for children ages one through four. Extended-day options are available.
Ecole Bilingue is an independent French immersion school offering a dual French/American curriculum for children ages 18 months through 8th grade.
Ancathedralmontessori.orgaccreditedMontessori school offering students skills for the challenges of the 21st century in multi-age classrooms. Expanding to Grade 6 for 2022-2023 school year. Now accepting applications for 1st–6th grade.
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Arden Cahill Academy offers a co-educational program with a strong emphasis on academics and cultural enrichment for students from six weeks through high school.
Mount Olive Lutheran Preschool 315 Ridgelake Dr., Metairie (504) mountolivelutheran.net835-3891 St. Andrew’s Cottage 8012 Oak St., New Orleans (504) 861-3743
JCC Nursery School and Pre-K 5342 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans (504) 897-0143 Thenojcc.orgJCCNursery School and Pre-K enriches a child’s natural love of learning and encourages growth in social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development. Our program offers a play-based, child-centered curriculum for ages 13 months through 5 years of age. Families of all faiths are welcome. Kehoe-France School 720 Elise Ave., Metairie (504) 733-0472 kehoe-france.com A leader in education and academic excellence since 1949, Kehoe-France is a place where empathy and integrity thrive.
Cathedral Montessori School 9 Fortress Rd., New Orleans (504) 252-4871
Early Learning Center of Woodland Church, The 5824 Berkley Drive, New Orleans (504) wcnola.orgalice@wcnola.org394-8781
offersmonthsprogramOurstandrewsepiscopalschool.orgyear-roundearlychildhoodservestoddlersages12to4years.Theprogramasmall,nurturing environment in which children play to learn and begin to develop a lifelong love of learning. Our program is designed to support the total development of young
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UMSumsnola.orgisaMontessori pre-school, educating children from 20 months to 6 years of age. Ursuline Academy 2635 State St., New Orleans (504) go.uanola.org861-9150
Arden Cahill Academy –Camp Corral 3101 Wall Blvd., Gretna (504) ardencahillacademy.com392-0902
Ursulineadmissions@uanola.orgAcademy,founded in 1727, is a Catholic school for girls offering a diverse educational environment from nursery (6 weeks) through a college-prep secondary program (grade 12). AfterProgramsSchool Move! New Orleans’ Best After School Program 4714 Paris Ave., New Orleans (504) 376-7009
Have a “whale” of a summer on the 12-acre campus! Camp activities include horseback riding, swimming, art, STEAM, theater arts, sports, academic enrichment class es, and much more. Campers ages 3 (camper must turn 4 by Sept. 30, 2022) through 14 are welcome to attend. Atonement Lutheran Summer Camp 6500 Riverside Dr., Metairie (504) 887-0225 Joinalcs.orgusfor a summer of fun! We have camps for kids in PreK3-8th grade. All are welcome. Register today. Beary Cherry Tree Child Development Center 3117 Lake Villa Dr., Metairie (504) Family-ownedbearycherrytree.com455-1950andoperated child care center with a positive, emotionally supportive teaching staff. Call for a private tour as our center offers ongoing enrollment.
stuarthall.org University Montessori School 7508 Burthe St., New Orleans (504) 865-1659
MOVE!neworleansbestafterschool.comisNewOrleans’BestAfter School Program, with multiple martial arts, parkour, dance, tumbling, and kickboxing classes every week, as well as fun and exciting themes, crafts, and activities. Summer & Seasonal Camps
MOVE!neworleansbestsummercamp.comisNewOrleans’Best Summer Camp, with multiple martial arts, parkour, dance, tumbling, and kickboxing classes every week, as well as fun and exciting themes, crafts, and activities. Summer Camp at Sacred Heart 4301 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans (504) 269-1230
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JCC Summer Camps 5342 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans 3747 W. Esplanade Ave., Metairie (504) 897-0143 (New Orleans), (504) 887-5158 (Metairie) Campersnojcc.org ages 21 months to 6th grade enjoy indoor and outdoor activities including art, drama, music, science, sports, water play, and swim instruction led by caring, American Red Cross-certified water safety instructors.
Kehoe-France Summer Camp 720 Elise Ave., Metairie (504) 733-0472
TheSchool–CampMontessoriCricketandChildren’sSummerHouse 7508 Burthe St., New Orleans (504) 865-1659 umsnola.org Upturn Arts 1719 Toledano St., New Orleans (504) 390-8399
Upturnupturnarts.orgArtsoffers school break camps (MLK Day, post-Mardi Gras, parent/teacher conference, spring, fall, Thanksgiving, and Christmas) and 12 weeks of summer camps focused on performing and visual arts for kids ages 4-12. CreARTive grants are available (sliding scale fee). Before and after care is also available.
Callingashrosary.org/summerallboysandgirls ages 1 to 13. Enroll in our day camps for theater, cheer, arts, dance, sports, water fun, enrichment, and more.
Tutoring & Enrichment Services
NOLA Learning Support and Consulting 8131 Oak St., Ste. 100 & 200, New nolalearningsupport.comOrleans
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kehoe-france.com A leader in education and academic excellence since 1949, Kehoe-France is a place where empathy and integrity thrive. Move! New Orleans’ Best Summer Camp 4714 Paris Ave., New Orleans (504) 376-7009
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2022 Family Resource Guide 21 Activities/Classes Code Ninjas 3501 Severn Ave., Metairie (504) 235-4100 codeninjas.commetairiela@codeninjas.com; Girl Scouts Louisiana East 310 West Eastbank Ext., Ste. 4, Gonzales,POMailingGonzalesAddress:Box909LA70707 (504) 733-8220 Atgsle.orgGirlScouts, your girl will prepare for a lifetime of leadership, success, and adventure in a safe, no-limits place designed for and by girls. OutdoorAttractions/Fun Arts Market of New Orleans, The Palmer Park, bordered by S. Carrollton, S. Claiborne, Dublin, and Sycamore Place, New Orleans Goldring/Woldenberg Great Lawn, New Orleans City Park, 8 Victory Ave., New /arts-market-of-new-orleansartsneworleans.org/eventOrleans
Second Saturday (Goldring/ Woldenberg Saturday (Palmer
Park) of each month, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. (dates may change due to holidays; check website or Facebook page). Family Fun
NOLA Kidsground 5700 Citrus Blvd., Ste. D, Elmwood (504) 354-9528
District spans six blocks in the historic French Quarter and includes Crescent Park, a 1.4-mile urban park nestled along the banks of the Mississippi River. The District is a uniquely New Orleans experience from the Upper Pontalba Building on Jackson Square through the Colonnade, offering boutique shopping, open-air cafés, and con fections, to the eclectic farmers’ and flea markets with a host of local art, found treasures, and imported goods.
New Orleans City Park 5 Victory Ave., New Orleans (504) 483-9402
playground,NewNOLAinfo@nolakidsground.comnolakidsground.comKidsgroundistheGreaterOrleansarea’spremierindoorfamily“edu-tainment” play center, and party place. Parenting Center at Children’s Hospital, The 210 State St., New Orleans (504) chnola.org/theparentingcenter896-9591
neworleanscitypark.com /botanical-garden
New Orleans Botanical Garden
Steamboat NATCHEZ 400 Toulouse St., Mississippi River, New Orleans (504) 569-1401 steamboatnatchez.com Indoor Fun ARTmazing Studios (504) 354-8633 artmazinggallery.com
French Market District From the Upper Pontalba Building and Cafe du Monde to the farmers’ and flea markets along Decatur St. (504) 363-6400
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New Orleans City Park 1 Palm Dr., New neworleanscitypark.comOrleans
Family resources, a playroom, parenting guidance, coaching and classes, resource library, referral services, and parent-child enrichment activities. Libraries Locations for the New Orleans Public Library and its branches. Please call individual branches for hours and to confirm storytime information, or visit nolalibrary.org. Each branch is Monday-Thursday,open10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; and closed Sunday (unless otherwise noted below). Algiers Regional Branch 3014 Holiday Dr., New Orleans (504) 596-2641 Alvar Branch
Featuring fine art, food vendors, and live music.
Thefrenchmarket.orgFrenchMarket
2022 Family Resource Guide 23 913 Alvar St., New Orleans (504) 596-2667 Central City Library Allie Mae Multi-ServiceWilliamsCenter 2020 Jackson Ave., Ste. 139, New Orleans (504) 596-3110 Children’s Resource Center 913 Napoleon Ave., New Orleans (504) 596-2628 Cita Dennis Hubbell Branch 725 Pelican Ave., New Orleans (504) 596-3113 East New Orleans Branch 5641 Read Blvd., New Orleans (504) 596-0200 Main Library 219 Loyola Ave., New Orleans (504) 596-2570 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Branch 1611 Caffin Ave., New Orleans (504) 596-2695 M-F, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., closed Saturday Mid-City Branch 4140 Canal St., New Orleans (504) 596-2654 Milton H. Latter Branch 5120 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans (504) 596-2625 Nix Branch 1401 S. Carrollton Ave., New Orleans (504) 596-2630 Norman Mayer Branch 3001 Gentilly Blvd., New Orleans (504) 596-3100 Nora Navra Branch 1902 St. Bernard Ave., New Orleans (504) 596-3118 Rosa F. Keller Library & Community Center 4300 S. Broad St., New Orleans (504) 596-2660 Robert E. Smith Branch 6301 Canal Blvd., New Orleans (504) 596-2638 Museums/Zoos Audubon Aquarium of the Americas 1 Canal St., New Orleans (504) 861-2537 audubonnatureinstitute.org/ aquarium Audubon Louisiana Nature Center 11000 Lake Forest Blvd., New Orleans (504) 861-2537 audubonnatureinstitute.org/ nature-center Audubon Zoo 6500 Magazine St., New Orleans (504) 861-2537 audubonnatureinstitute.org/zoo Longue Vue House and Gardens 7 Bamboo Rd., New Orleans (504) 488-5488
24 2022 Family Resource Guide longuevue.com Louisiana Children’s Museum 15 Henry Thomas Dr., New Orleans (504) lcm.org523-1357 Explore, experience, and learn New Orleans’ most playful place for children filled with hands-on exhibits. Museum of the Southern Jewish Experience 818 Howard Ave., New Orleans (504) 384-2480 msje.org National World War II Museum, The 945 Magazine St., New Orleans (504) 528-1944 nationalww2museum.org New Orleans Museum of Art One Collins C. Diboll Circle, New Orleans City Park (504) noma.org658-4100 Ogden Museum of Southern Art 925 Camp St., New Orleans (504) 539-9650 ogdenmuseum.org Travel Cupcake Castles Travel Company (504) 298-1197 cupcakecastlestravel.com hello@cctcagent.com
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26 2022 Family Resource Guide Adoption For additional resources, please visit: Adoption Services, Inc., adoptionservices.org American Adoptions, americanadoptions.com Catholic Charities, Archdiocese of New Orleans, adoptnola.com Intercountry Adoption, adoption.state.gov National Council for Adoption, adoptioncouncil.org Behavioral Health Family Behavioral Health Centers Metairie, Baton Rouge, Mandeville, Health and Family Services
Pediatric and Family Dentistry
Counseling Services
Uptownuptownpediatricdentistry.comPediatricDentistryisa pediatric dental practice located in beautiful Uptown, New Orleans.
East Jefferson General Hospital 4200 Houma Blvd., Metairie (504) 503-4000 -general-hospitallcmchealth.org/east-jefferson
Susan Fallahi, DDS 3715 Prytania St. Ste. 380, New Orleans (504) 896-7435
Ochsner Baptist, 2700 Napoleon Ave., New Orleans, (504) 899-9311
Ochsner Medical Center–North Shore, 100 Medical Center Drive, Slidell, (985) 649-7070
ReproductionFertility/ Audubon Fertility
Ochsner Medical Center–West Bank, 2500 Belle Chasse Hwy., Gretna, (504) 392-3131
Touro 1401 Foucher St., New Orleans (504) touro.com897-7011
Known by locals as “the place where babies come from,” Touro is a hospital offering comprehensive health care services.
4321 Magnolia St., New Orleans (504) audubonfertility.com891-1390
Hospitals
2022 Family Resource Guide 27 and Lafayette locations familybehavioralhealthcenter.com
Ochsner Medical Center, 180 W. Esplanade Ave., Kenner, (504) 468-8600
Pat Blackwell, Ph.D. 1539 Jackson Ave., Ste. 300, New Orleans (504) 581-3933
patblackwellphd.com
Families can find professional understanding and practical solutions to a wide spectrum of behavioral, physiological, emotional, and educational challenges. Services include: psychological evaluations, ADHD and other learning disorders, developmental evaluations, coping with chronic pain, family support during medical crisis or adjustment periods, marriage and family therapy, gifted & talented testing, and more.
Children’s Hospital 200 Henry Clay Ave., New Orleans (504) chnola.org899-9511
Ochsner Health (Multiple Locations)
Uptown Pediatric Dentistry
Ochsner Medical Center, 1514 Jefferson Hwy., New Orleans, (866) 624-7637
28 2022 Family Resource Guide Tulane Medical Center 1415 Tulane Ave., New Orleans (504) tulanehealthcare.com988-5263 Tulane Lakeside Hospital 4700 S. I-10 Service Road W., Metairie (504) 780-8282 tulanelakeside.com West Jefferson Medical Center 1101 Medical Center Blvd., Marrero (504) 347-5511 -jefferson-medical-centerlcmchealth.org/west Lice Removal Critter Cure, The (504) clientcare@thecrittercure.com598-6084 Nitpicking in NOLA (504) 258-6091 nitpickinginnola.com Pet Care Metairie Small Animal Hospital 101 Metairie Rd., Metairie (Main clinicsVisitmsah.comWest(Freret,MultipleHospital)cliniclocationsKenner,Lakeview,Esplanade,andMarigny)anyofourfiveconvenientorourmainhospitalwith 24/7 emergency care. We offer emergency services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Southshore Animal Hospital 213 Live Oak St., Metairie 2221 Transcontinental Dr., Ste. B, Metairie (504) 831-7724 (Bucktown), (504) 887-1770 southshoreanimal.com(Transcontinental) Having a reputation for excellence in soft tissue and orthopedic surgery, we also provide boarding accommodations, chemotherapy, dental care, dermatology, in-clinic diagnostics, heartworm testing, immunotherapy, pharmacy, intensive care, and more. Pediatric Services Children’s Hospital Pediatrics Napoleon Pediatrics 3700 St. Charles Ave., Ste. 707, New Orleans (504) 897-4242 chnola.org/pediatrics /napoleonuptown Children’s Pediatrics–Tulane 4700 South I-10 Service Rd W, Metairie (504) 780-8282 /service/pediatrictulanelakeside.com Collins Pediatrics 2017 Metairie Rd., Metairie 7211 Regent St., Ste. B, New Orleans (504) 832-8022 collinspediatrics.com Hales Pediatrics 3525 Prytania St., Ste.602,
2022 Family Resource Guide 29 New Orleans (504) 897-0744 halespediatrics.com Lake Vista Pediatrics 6517 Spanish Fort Blvd., New Orleans (504) 283-7306 lakevistapeds.com Sprout Pediatrics 1041 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Ste. 300, Metairie (504) 267-9336 sproutpediatricsnola.com Whether you have a newborn, young adult, or a child somewhere in between, our doctors work with parents to ensure growth and wellness for years to come. From the very beginning to young adults, we consider it a privilege to care for your children. Primary Care Touro Clinics Multiple Locations (504) 897-7197 touro.com/physician-directory Therapy GulfSouth Autism Center 7252 Lakeshore Dr., New Orleans (504) 323-3450 3013 27th St., Metairie (504) 291-6200 9063 Siegen Ln., Baton Rouge (225) 294-1600 17520 Old Jefferson Hwy., Prairieville (225) 300-6710 2000 Covington Ctr., Covington (985) 237-1921 Providinggulfsouthautismcenter.comcomprehensive treatment for children with autism spectrum disorders. Our early intervention program incorporates one-on-one ABA services with group speech and occupational therapy. Urgent Care LCMC Health Urgent Care Algiers – 3801 General DeGaulle Dr., New Orleans (504) 362-2829 Clearview – 1105 S. Clearview Pkwy., New Orleans (504) 676-5550 Covington – 70340 Hwy. 21, Covington (985) 888-1117 Gretna – 2600 Belle Chasse Hwy., Ste. B-2, Gretna (504) 349-2273 Lakeview – 826 Harrison Ave., New Orleans (504) 309-7108 Kenner - 708 W. Esplanade Ave., Kenner (504) 389-6600 Marrero – 4945 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero (504) 301-2825 Uptown- 5800 Magazine St., New Orleans (504) 900-3160 lcmchealthurgentcare.com Wellness Learning Through Play (504) learningthroughplaynola.com323-5432 / @gmail.comlearningthroughplaynola
30 2022 Family Resource Guide Bakery/Food Haydel’s Bakery 4037 Jefferson Hwy., New Orleans (504) 837-0190 or (800) 442-1342 haydelsbakery.com Gracious Bakery and Café 1000 Norman Francis Pkwy., New Orleans (504) 321-6233 4930 Prytania St., New Orleans (504) 300-8135 2854 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans (504) 301-9949 graciousbakery.com The Sweet Life Bakery 516 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie (504) 371-5153 nolasweetlife.com Zoe’s Bakery 118 W. 32nd Ave., Covington (985) 892-5570 zoesbakeryofcovingtonfacebook.com/ Party Places Audubon Nature Institute (504) 212-5237 birthday-partiesauduboninstitute.org/ Big Easy Sportsplex Party Planning
2022 Family Resource Guide 31 800 Webb St., Jefferson (504) 733-0046 parties@bigeasysportsplex.com Colonial Lanes 6601 Jefferson Hwy., Harahan (504) colonialbowling.net737-2400 Gym Rompers New Orleans 5212 S. Claiborne Ave. (504) 481-0835 Ourgymrompersfun.comgoalistomakeyour little one’s birthday party easy, stress free, and FUN! All Gym Rompers birthday parties are private rentals and accommodate 12 children and a maximum of 38 guests total. Let us make your child’s first-third birthday celebration memorable. Parents and kids LOVE a Gym Rompers party! Longue Vue House and Gardens 7 Bamboo Rd., New Orleans (504) longuevue.com488-5488 LOOP NOLA 1031 Harrison Dr., New Orleans (504) loopnola.org330-5369 Louisiana Children’s Museum 15 Henry Thomas Dr., New Orleans (504) 523-1357 LCMlcm.org/birthdays-eventspartiesareorganized into two parts – celebrate in a private room and play all-day. Love Swimming 5221 S. Front St., New Orleans (504) 891-4662 Sundaysloveswimming.comonly,celebrate birthdays or other special events with a pool party. Our memorable parties never rain out! NOLA Kidsground 5700 Citrus Blvd., Ste. D, Elmwood (504) 354-9528 playground,NewNOLAinfo@nolakidsground.comnolakidsground.comKidsgroundisthegreaterOrleansarea’spremierindoorfamily“edu-tainment” play center, and party place. Once Upon A Time Princess Parties Courtyard of Bocage Village on Jefferson Highway (225) partyonceuponatime@gmail.compartyonceuponatime.com409-0972 Creating Unforgettable Memories. Royal tea parties fit for a princess! We have several party packages to choose from. With the Be Our Guest Package, all you have to do is show up and we do the rest! Painting with a Twist Locations in Hammond, Mandeville, and paintingwithatwist.comMetairie Pony Tales 156 Bertucci Ln., St. Rose (504) 469-0148 ponytalesbirthdays.com
32 2022 Family Resource Guide Prytania Theatre 5339 Prytania St., New Orleans (504) theprytania.com891-2787 Rentals/Services AF Creations (305) 498-4571 asredruby@gmail.comcreations-105156781444370facebook.com/afJoJo the Magician and Clown (504) 866-4400 slikjojo@yahoo.comjojothemagician.com Little Pnuts Toy Shoppe & Party Boutique 400 Harrison Ave., New Orleans (504) 267-5083 littlepnutstoyshoppe.com Party Teepeezz & Events (985) 502-5300 partyteepeezz.com Sparkle & Swag 508 Metairie Road, Metairie (504) 510-5838 sparkleandswag.com Zoo 2 U (504) 756-1501 zoo2uparties.com Celebrate in style with these vendors and entertainers. Learn more at nolafamily.com.
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34 2022 Family Resource Guide Childbirth Family Birthing Center at Touro Hospital 1401 Foucher St., New Orleans (504) touro.com/fbc897-7319 Family Birth Place at West Jefferson Medical, The 1101 Medical Center Blvd., Marrero (504) 900-8388 wjmc.org/our-services/ family-birth-place Lactation/Nursing Café au Lait: Pregnancy Baby-OB/GYNand
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West Jefferson Medical Center Women’s Health 1111 Medical Center Blvd., Ste. S-250, Marrero (504) 380-0446 services/womens-healthjefferson-medical-center/our-lcmchealth.org/westPhysical Therapy
Ochsner Women’s Services Multiple locations (866) 624-7637
tulaneobgyn.com Offering comprehensive OB/GYN services and minimally-invasive surgery. From well-women exams and family planning to infertility consultations and menopausal management, Tulane Center for Women’s Health offers compassionate care, no matter what concerns you may have. Same day and next day appointments available, call today.
Breastfeeding Support Circle (504) 515-4913 classesnolabreastfeedingcenter.org/ East Jefferson General Hospital Breastfeeding Center 4200 Houma Blvd., Metairie (504) 503-4000 ejgh.org New BreastfeedingOrleans Center 6100 Canal Blvd., Ste. 205, New Orleans (504) 515-1243 nolabreastfeedingcenter.org
NOLA Pelvic Health 3915 Baronne St., Unit 3, New Orleans (504) nolapelvichealth.com814-3615
Fromochsner.org/womensyoungwomento
mothers and grandmothers, Ochsner’s award-winning team of 80+ female and male OB/GYN doctors, at your choice of 11 health center locations, cares for women of all ages. Tulane Center for Women’s Health 4720 S. I-10 Service Rd., Metairie (504) 988-8070
To learn more about the services provided for expecting mothers, visit us online at nolafamily.com. Through the directory, you can discover a variety of businesses that are dedicated to providing top-notch care.
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Touro Lactation Center 1401 Foucher St., 2nd floor, New Orleans (504) 897-8130 touro.com/our-services/ family-birthing-center/ breastfeeding-support OB/GYN
2022 Family Resource Guide 37 Banking Fidelity Bank Multiple locations across the gulf coast region (504) 569-3418 bankwithfidelity.com Bikes and Toys Le Jouet 1700 Airline Dr., Metairie (504) 837-0533 lejouet.com Little Pnuts Toy Shoppe & Party Boutique 400 Harrison Ave., Ste. C, New Orleans (504) 267-5083 LittlePnutsToyShoppe.com Children’s Boutiques Banbury Cross 100 Atherton Dr., Metairie (504) 837-0447 banburycrosskids.com Little Miss Muffin Children & Home 766 Harrison Ave., New Orleans (504) 482-8200 shoplittlemissmuffin.com Miss Muffin by Little Miss Muffin 3307 Severn Ave., Metairie (504) 455-1444 shoplittlemissmuffin.com Educational Supplies Learning Express Toys 3300 Severn Ave, Ste. C, Metairie (504) 883-8697 learningexpress.com/store/metairie Photography Twirl Photography (504) mail@twirlphotography.comtwirlphotography.com388-8739 A modern lifestyle photography studio in New Orleans specializing in candid maternity, child, family, and professional images. Retail and Services
38 2022 Family Resource Guide Activities Autism Society of Greater New Orleans (504) 603-6548 PO Box 7028, Metairie ASGNOasgno.orgcreates connections, empowering everyone in the Autism community with the resources needed to live fully. The experience of Autism is not one thing, it is many things. No matter how you were born, the person you are is infinite–and you are the only you there is. Autism is not going away, neither are we. The Autism Society. The connection is you.™ Culinary Kids 915 Marigny Ave., Mandeville (985) 727-5553 culinarykidsns.com Crane CenterRehabLLC–Pediatrics 8300 Earhart Blvd., Ste. 100, New Orleans (Pediatric Facility), (504) 866-6990 3923 Bienville St., New Orleans (Center for Behavior, Language & Learning), (504) cranerehab.com593-6900 Love Swimming 5221 S. Front St., New Orleans (504) 891-4662 Special Needs
2022 Family Resource Guide 39 loveswimming.com Love’s Music Therapy 3380 State Street Dr. New Orleans (504) 281-8968 lovesmusictherapy.com Education Chartwell Center, The 1225 Magazine St., New Orleans (504) chartwellcenter.org899-2478 Jefferson Parish Public School System Special Education Department 501 Manhattan Blvd., Harvey (504) 349-7900 jpschools.org/domain/118 Lighthouse Louisiana 123 State St., New Orleans (504) 899-4501 lighthouselouisiana.org Louisiana School for the Deaf 2888 Brightside Drive, Baton Rouge (225) 769-8160 lalsd.org Louisiana School for the Visually Impaired 2888 Brightside Dr., Baton Rouge (225) 757-3481 lsvi.org NOLA Public Schools Special Education Department 2401 Westbend Pkwy., New Orleans (504) 304-3520 special-educationparents-resources/nolapublicschools.com/families/ Raphael Academy 500 Soraparu St., New Orleans (504) raphaelacademy.org524-5955 A Waldorf-inspired K-12 school serving students who may have Autism Spectrum Disorder, Down Syndrome, and other exceptionalities; and an adult day program for individuals 18 years and older. St. ParishBernardPublic Schools Special Education Department 200 E. St. Bernard Hwy., Chalmette (504) 301-2000 sbpsb.org/domain/161 St. Michael Special School 1522 Chippewa St., New Orleans (504) 524-7285 Agesemotionally,academically,moderateeducatesThestmichaelspecialschool.comSt.MichaelSpecialSchoolstudentswithmildtospecialneeds,physically,andspiritually.6toadulthood. St. ParishTammanyPublic School Special Education Office–Harrison Curriculum Center 706 W. 28th Ave., Covington (985) 898-3311 /spedindex.htmlstpsb.org/specialed
New Orleans Speech and Hearing Center 1636 Toledano St., New Orleans 5646 Read Blvd., Ste. 320, New Orleans 4051 Veterans Blvd., Ste. 223, Metairie (504) 897-2606 noshc.org
Support/Therapy
Doctors Hearing Center 5258 Veterans Blvd., Metairie (504) 457-8078 doctors-hearing.com Harch OxygenHyperbaricTherapy 5216 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero (504) hbot.com309-4948
Children’s Hospital 200 Henry Clay Ave., New Orleans (504) chnola.org896-9511
Hearing Health Care of Louisiana 3750 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie (504) 888-2112 2600 Belle Chasse Highway, Ste. 203, 3979(504)Gretna433-1777Highway 190, Covington (985) 302-5259 hearinghealthcarelouisiana.com
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Serving the community since 1930, the professional staff continues to provide evaluations and treatment for children with speech, language, literacy, and reading disorders, and hearing evaluations and hearing aids for individuals of all ages. Ochsner Health Speech & Language Pathology Multiple locations (504) 842-4022 ochsner.org/services/speechlanguage-pathology
Pathology/AudiologySpeech/Language
Autism Center at Children’s Hospital, The 210 State St., New Orleans (504) 896-7200 chnola.org/autism Autism Society of Greater New Orleans (504) 603-6548 PO Box 7028, Metairie ASGNOasgno.orgcreates connections, empowering everyone in the Autism community with the resources needed to live fully.
For additional information on speech/language pathology, audiology service providers, and more, see these websites: American Speech-LanguageHearing Association at asha.org/findpro Louisiana Speech-LanguageHearing Association at lsha.org
2022 Family Resource Guide 41 The experience of Autism is not one thing, it is many things. No matter how you were born, the person you are is infinite–and you are the only you there is. Autism is not going away, neither are we. The Autism Society. The connection is you.™ Crane Rehab LLC–PediatricsCenter 8300 Earhart Blvd., Ste. 100, New Orleans (Pediatric Facility), (504) 866-6990 3923 Bienville St., New Orleans (Center for Behavior, Language & Learning), (504) cranerehab.com593-6900 Down Syndrome Association of Greater New Orleans (504) 259-6201 dsagno.org Gigi’s Playhouse New Orleans 1023 Ridgewood Drive, Ste. 2, Metairie (504) 321-6770 gigisplayhouse.org/neworleans GulfSouth Autism Center 7252 Lakeshore Dr., New Orleans (504) 323-3450 3013 27th St., Metairie (504) 291-6200 9063 Siegen Ln., Baton Rouge (225) 294-1600 17520 Old Jefferson Hwy., Prairieville (225) 300-6710 2000 Covington Ctr., Covington (985) 237-1921 Providinggulfsouthautismcenter.comcomprehensive treatment for children with autism spectrum disorders. Our early intervention program incorporates one-on-one ABA services with group speech and occupational therapy. LEARN Behavioral 5700 Citrus Blvd., Ste. A1, New Orleans (504) 434-4310 500 River Highlands Blvd., Ste. 700, Covington (985) 317-3598 310 Gateway Drive, Ste. A, Slidell (985) 605-7666 4899 Westbank Expy., Ste. B, Marrero (504) learnbehavioral.com356-0571 LSUHSC Child & Family Counseling Clinic 411 S. Prieur St., Room 307, New Orleans (504) 556-3451 group,families,toprovidementalCounselingThe/cfccclinic.aspxalliedhealth.lsuhsc.edu/clinicsLSUHSCChild&FamilyClinicisanoutpatienthealthclinicdesignedtomentalhealthserviceschildren,adolescents,andtheirprovidingindividual,andfamilyservices. Tulane Center for Autism & Related Disorders (T-CARD) 131 S. Robertson St., 14th Floor A, New Orleans (504) medicine.tulane.edu/tcard988-3533
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conqueremotionalthey’llphysically,Kidschurchskarateacademy.comwilllearntodefendthemselvesbutmoreimportantly,buildthementalandskillsetsnecessarytochallengeslikehighschool
NOLA Aikido 3909 Bienville St., Ste. 103, New Orleans (504) 208-4861
Aikido,nolaaikido.comwithanaim of peaceful resolutions of conflict, is an ideal martial art for children, educating the physical, intellectual, and emotional intelligences. Our staged approach means kids of all ages can participate at the appropriate level for their development. Now offering indoor classes for vaccinated children aged five and above, and outdoor classes for younger unvaccinated children. Soccer Club Louisiana Fire Juniors 1918 18th St., Kenner (504) 465-8224 louisianafirejrs.com Swimming Jewish Community Center (JCC) 5342 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans 3747 W. Esplanade Ave., Metairie (504) 897-0143 (New Orleans), (504) 887-5158 (Metairie) Staynojcc.orgcool in the JCC pools this summer! Adult lap swimming and lessons for all ages and abilities are available at both JCC locations. Metairie has seasonal swimming; Uptown’s heated pools offer year-round indoor swim lessons and outdoor adult lap swimming. Love Swimming 5221 S. Front St., New Orleans Sports and Recreation
Martial Arts Church’s Karate Academy 4716 Paris Ave., New Orleans (504) 376-7009 and college, and become a healthy, balanced adult.
44 2022 Family Resource Guide (504) 891-4662 Year-round,loveswimming.comUptown swim school offers exceptional lessons from ages six months to adult with New Orleans’ swim instruction experts! Love Swimming makes effective lessons FUN! Fitness JCC Fitness Centers 5342 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans 3747 W. Esplanade Ave., Metairie (504) 897-0143 (New Orleans), (504) 887-5158 (Metairie) Offeringnojcc.orgfitness and fun for the entire family, the JCC has 65+ free group exercise classes, monthly contracts and convenient locations in Uptown and Metairie. Take advantage of personal training and small group training as well as a multitude of boutique classes, including indoor cycling, TRX, HIIT, barre and yoga, plus mat and reformer Pilates. Ochsner Fitness Center Multiple locations (504) 733-1600 Theochsnerfitness.comidealfitnessexperience with state-of-the-art equipment, personal training, over 150 group class options, multiple pools, and over 130,000 feet of expansive space at our convenient flagship location in Harahan.
2022 Family Resource Guide 45 Dance & Music Lelia Haller Ballet Classique 4916 Canal St., New Orleans (504) lhballet.com905-3430 Louisiana Academy of Performing Arts Mandeville School of Music & Dance 105 Campbell Ave. #3, Mandeville (985) laapa.com674-2992 Offering piano, singing, guitar, drums, violin, ballet, hip hop, toddler lessons, and more–all ages! Louisiana Academy of Performing Arts River Ridge School of Music & Dance 2020 Dickory Ave. #200, Harahan (504) laapa.com738-3050 Offering piano, singing, guitar, drums, violin, ballet, hip hop, toddler lessons, and more–all ages! Move! and Dance 4716 Paris Ave, New Orleans (504) 376-7009 importantly,canBallet,offerOrleans’Move!info@neworleansdanceclasses.comandDanceishometoNewbestdanceclasses.WeeveningdanceclassesinJazzandHipHopwherekidsexpressthemselvesand,mosthavefun! The Arts
46 2022 Family Resource Guide ConservatorySchramel of Dance 920 Terpsichore St., New Orleans (504) 826-0646 neworleansballettheatre.com The Studio School of Dance 3116 N. Arnoult Rd., Metairie (504) 941-7345 thestudionola.com Drama & Arts KID smART 2533 Columbus St., Ste. 201, New Orleans (504) 940-1994 kidsmart.org New Orleans Center for Creative Arts 2800 Chartres St., New Orleans (504) nocca.com940-2787 Upturn Arts 1719 Toledano St., New Orleans (504) 390-8399 Upturnupturnarts.orgArtsoffers school break camps (MLK Day, post-Mardi Gras, parent/teacher conference, spring, fall, Thanksgiving, and Christmas) and 12 weeks of summer camps focused on performing and visual arts for kids ages 4-12. CreARTive grants are available (sliding scale fee). Before and after care is also available.
