Sat - Nov 01
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Infancy to Independence
Weekly meetings give parents and their children the opportunity to make new friends while participating in art and nature projects, story times, family outings, educational lectures, mom's night out, date night and more.
Each chapter has a slightly different routine and our routines vary by the season and location.
Chapter Locations:
Lakeview
Lakeview Baptist Church
6100 Canal Blvd. New Orleans 504-889-8798
River Ridge
All Saints Episcopal Church
100 Rex Dr. River Ridge 504-889-8798
Uptown
St. Matthew's Church
1333 S. Carrollton Ave. New Orleans 504-889-8798
Westbank
103 Dickson Ave. Belle Chasse 504-889-8798 |
Sat - Nov 01
10:30 AM |
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Jane O'Brien Chatelain West Bank Reginal Library
2751 Manhattan Blvd.
Fun projects for children of all ages. |
Sat - Nov 01
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
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East Jefferson General Hospital Classes
Sibling Class
This class is designed for 3 to 10 year olds and their parents. Topics covered include: Hands on training on how to hold and diaper a baby. Changes that may occur when the baby arrives at home and tour of the nursery and mom’s room at the hospital as well. Please bring a doll or teddy bear so your child can learn how to diaper and properly hold a baby |
Sun - Nov 02
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The Parenting Center
The Center is a multifaceted community resource that provides support and education to parents. The goals of the Center are to promote confidence and competence in parents, to encourage optimal child development, and to enhance the well-being of the family.To accomplish these goals, The Parenting Center offer a variety of programs that address the normal developmental problems and issues facing today's parents. The core services include programs for parents of infants and toddlers, and programs for parents of school-age through adolescent children. In addition to classes and regular group activities, individual counseling is available.Parenting classes are available to parents on a very reasonable class-fee basics. Class discounts are available to members of The Parenting Center. Some of the clases offered are Snuggles & Struggles New Parent Support Group(Newborn-6 Months) Busy Babies(6-12 months) From Walkers to Talkers(12-25 months) Play is a Chils's Work : Activities that Enhance Learning(1-4 years) Pratical Parenting for Preschoolers(3,4 & 5 years) Terrific Twos (24-36 months) Peaceful Parenting (Newborn-Teen) Mealtime Madness (1-5 years) Infant & Child CPR Training (Newborn-8 years)These are just a listing of a few classes. Please call The Parenting Center for more info at 896-9591 or visit the web-site.www.chnola.org |
Sun - Nov 02
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MOMS Club of Metairie-South Chapter
Various Locations in MetairieMOMS Club of Metairie-Souyh Chapter is holding meetings, functions and open houses several times a week every month. Visit uor website or email our VP of Membership stacy@decossas.com or call 340-3528 for more information.http://www.momsclubofmetairiesouth.org/ |
Mon - Nov 03 -- Fri - Nov 07
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R.E.A.D(Reading Enrichment and Development) Literacy Beginnings St.Matthews Church 1333 S. Carrollton
YUMMY IN MY TUMMY – We read and sing about what’s yummy in a kid’s tummy. (cookies, anyone?)
Books, Fingerplays and Songs • Hands-on Activities • Take-home Backpacks
12 – 18 months
Wednesdays 9:15-10:15
18 – 30 months
Thursdays 9:15-10:15
18 – 36 months
Tuesdays 3:45-4:45
2 - 3 1/2 years
Mondays or Tuesdays 10:30-11:30
2 1/2 – 4 years
Mondays or Wednesdays 12:00-1:30
*Bring your lunch and eat at READ 12-12:30 / Class 12:30 -1:30
4 - 5 years
Tuesdays 1:15-2:15
(Classes for Parent/Caregiver and child)
12 one-hour classes / $270
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Mon - Nov 03
12:00 PM |
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Live Oak Library
125 Acadia Dr.
Stories and activities for children 3-7 years old. |
Mon - Nov 03
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
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Friday Night Music Camp at 3 Ring Circus Productions 1638 Clio Street New Orleans
New Orleans Musicians Clinic, the Arts Council of New Orleans and 3 Ring Circus present a two hour concert geared toward kids, with informative performances of all genres of New Orleans music. This Happy Hour for Families includes a hands-on art table with make and take activities. This week featuring "Annie's Home" art project by One Book One New Orleans. Children will create New Orleans style houses out of milk cartons to celebrate the rebuilding of New Orleans. A full bar is available with non-alcoholic options for kids. |
Mon - Nov 03
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
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East Jefferson General Hospital Classes
LAMAZE
Helpful methods for any birth, not focused on Natural Child Birth (for Natural, Epidural, Cesarean, etc.) Lamaze classes include, not only what to expect in labor but what you and your partner can do to help, including information on: · Labor expectations ( in more depth than Prenatal Classes) · Comfort measures (Medications, Epidural, Back Labor etc) · Relaxation Methods, Breathing Techniques & Pushing Positions. · Cesarean Birth Expectations · Postpartum Adjustment A partner (who will be with you in labor) is recommended
$95 fee |
Tue - Nov 04
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Fit Mom Classes
Audubon Park and Lakeside Mall
The Fit Mom program provides "no excuses fitness" with twice- weekly stroller exercise sessions at which children are welcome. Cardio, strength and flexibility are emphasized. Classes start Thursday and continue on Tuesdays and Thursdays at two locations. Fees are $15 per class or $85 for a 10- class package. For classes at Audubon Park in New Orleans, call 504-388-3849. For classes at Lakeside Mall in Metairie, call 504 451-0356. |
Tue - Nov 04
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New Orleans City Park Amusements and Storyland
The Antique Carousel is now open!! Lots of other rides to keep you twisting, turning, whirling and twirling within the live oaks of Hines Carousel Gardens, including the Rockin'Tug, Bumper Cars, Red Baron mini planes, Scrambler, Tilt A Whirl, 40 foot fun slide, Umbrella Cars, Construction Zone, Live oak Lady Bug Roller Coaster, and miniature train ride that tours the park. A new larger Ferris Wheel will open during 2008.
Hours:
Thursdays and Fridays 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.Saturdays and Sundays 11:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.Every Saturday and Sunday throughout summer until school begins we have the Storyland Players who do face painting, nursery rhyme, karakoe, games and bring some of our Storyland Characters to life from 1- 4 p.m. at the puppet castle.$3.00 admission$12.00 unlimited ride band or $1.00 per ride www.neworleanscitypark.com |
Tue - Nov 04
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM |
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Longue Vue House & Gardens
7 Bamboo Road, New Orleans
Kinder Garden drop-in
Children ages 18 months to 3 years and an accompanying adult are invited to explore Longue Vue House & Gardens' Discovery Garden and engage in activities such as doodlebug hunts, painting with plants, book-making, parachute play, building a worm house and digging for worms.Cost$10 for Friends of Longue Vue$12 for non members$5 for additional adults Information 504-488-5488, ext.333 |
Tue - Nov 04
10:00 AM |
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East Bank Reginal Library
4747 W.Napoleon Ave.
Stories, song,and finger plays for infants and toddlers |
Tue - Nov 04
4:00 PM |
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Terrytown Library
680 Heritage Ave.
Stories and craft activities for school aged children and their parents. |
Tue - Nov 04
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
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East Jefferson General Hospital Classes
Prenatal 1
Anatomical changes late in pregnancy, common discomforts and interventions, nutrition, true labor versus false labor and stages of labor. Video of vaginal birth and tour of the birth unit |
Wed - Nov 05
10:00 AM |
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Jane O'Brien Chatelain West Bank Reginal Library
2751 Manhattan Blvd.
Stories, song, and finger play for infants and toddlers |
Wed - Nov 05
10:00 AM |
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Old Metairie Library
2350 Metairie Road
Activities for children 3-7 years old. |
Wed - Nov 05
10:30 AM |
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Terrytown Library
680 Heritage Ave.
Stories and activities for children 3-7 years old. |
Wed - Nov 05
10:30 AM |
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Westwego Library
635 Fourth St.
Stories and activities for children 3-7 years old. |
Wed - Nov 05
10:30 AM |
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North Kenner Library
630 W. Esplanade
Stories and activities for children 3-7 years old |
Wed - Nov 05
12:00 PM |
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Live Oak Library
125 Acadia dr.
Stories and activities for children 3-7 years old. |
Wed - Nov 05
5:30 PM |
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Jane O'Brien Chatelain West Bank Reginal Library
2751 Manhattan Blvd.
Stories and craft activity designed for school-aged children and their parents. |
Thu - Nov 06
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Fit Mom Classes
Audubon Park and Lakeside Mall
The Fit Mom program provides "no excuses fitness" with twice- weekly stroller exercise sessions at which children are welcome. Cardio, strength and flexibility are emphasized. Classes start Thursday and continue on Tuesdays and Thursdays at two locations. Fees are $15 per class or $85 for a 10- class package. For classes at Audubon Park in New Orleans, call 504-388-3849. For classes at Lakeside Mall in Metairie, call 504 451-0356. |
Thu - Nov 06
11:00 AM |
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East Bank Reginal Library
4747 W. Napoleon Ave.
Stories and activities for children age 3-7 years old. |
Thu - Nov 06
6:00 PM |
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Jane O'Brien Chatelain West Bank Reginal Library
2751 Manhattan Blvd.
Pajama Storytime
Kids can wear pajamas and bring something to cuddle with! |
Thu - Nov 06
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
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Ogden After Hours for Kids
Ogden Museum of Southern Art,925 Camp st.
Children can now participate in weekly art activities, coinciding with the evening concerts, 6-8 Thursdays.
Supervised craft projects take place on the 3rd floor. By museum admission. Call 539-9600 |
Fri - Nov 07
10:30 AM |
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New Orleans Public Library
Main Library 219 Loyola Ave. Children's Room
"Baby Jam Time"
Story hour for children 18 months and younger.
Admission is FREE. Call 596-2588 for more information |
Sat - Nov 08
10:00 AM |
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North Kenner Library
630 W. Esplanade Ave.
Bilingual stories and activities for children 3-7 years old |
Sat - Nov 08
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
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New Orleans Center for Creative Arts Kicks-Off Audition Season With Open Studio 2800 Chartres Street New Orleans
Middle and High School students and parents are encouraged to visit NOCCA as the Center opens its doors to the community with a coordinated Open Studio Day.
At Open Studio Day, families will be able to see first hand our artist-teachers' studios and classrooms. Applications and audition information tables will be throughout the building as guests can learn more about NOCCA directly from faculty and students. This is the first step for students who are considering applying and auditioning to NOCCA. No RSVP is required!
Creative Writing, Dance, Media Arts, Classical Instrumental Music, Vocal, Drama are some of the programs offered at NOCCA. Please visit www.nocca.com or call 504-940-2787 for more information. |
Sat - Nov 08
10:30 AM |
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Jane O'Brien Chatelain West Bank Reginal Library
2751 Manhattan Blvd.
Fun projects for children of all ages. |
Sat - Nov 08
2:00 PM |
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Jane O'Brien Chatelain West Bank Reginal Library
2751 Manhattan Blvd.
Reading to Rover
In the Reading to Rover program, beginner or reluctant readers read aloud to furry friends- gentle, specially trained therapy dogs provided by the Visiting Pet Program |
Sat - Nov 08
3:00 PM |
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Critter Care - Parrots at Audubon Zoo
Here's your chance to learn more about the proper care of that cute little rodent you just purchased. This class will teach you proper housing, nutrition and healthcare for your family guinea pig, mouse, rat or gerbil. Each class will also offer an opportunity for you to learn more about your pet's natural history and make an enrichment object. $15.00 per Member Adult & Child
$25.00 per Nonmember Adult & Child |
Sat - Nov 08
5:30 PM |
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Safari After Dark at Audubon Zoo
Spend the night camping at Audubon Zoo! This family fun event lets you into the Zoo after everyone else goes home. Bring a tent, sleeping gear and a picnic dinner and the Audubon Zoo Education staff will educate and entertain with crafts, animal presentations, behind the scenes tours and night hikes. Evening snack and Continental breakfast are included. Please read information at the date registrations for more specifics about themes and areas. Created for kids 5 years and older. Spaces are limited! Audubon Nature Institute Members: $25
Non-members: $35 |
Sun - Nov 09
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Celebration in the Oaks, City Park
Opens Friday November 28, 2008
Friday and Saturday 6 to 11 p.m.
Sunday through Thursday 6 to 10 p.m. | | | | City Park's annual holiday lighting exhibit and festival returns with old favorites and new attractions. The displays will be open starting November 28th See celebrationintheoaks.com for information and updates on closures due to weather. | | $6 per person, children under age 3 free. Friends of City Park free with valid membership | | celebrationintheoaks.com (504)483-9415 | info@celebrationintheoaks.com |
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Sun - Nov 09
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MOMS Club of Metairie-South Chapter
Various Locations in MetairieMOMS Club of Metairie-Souyh Chapter is holding meetings, functions and open houses several times a week every month. Visit uor website or email our VP of Membership stacy@decossas.com or call 340-3528 for more information.http://www.momsclubofmetairiesouth.org/ |
Sun - Nov 09
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The Parenting Center
The Center is a multifaceted community resource that provides support and education to parents. The goals of the Center are to promote confidence and competence in parents, to encourage optimal child development, and to enhance the well-being of the family.To accomplish these goals, The Parenting Center offer a variety of programs that address the normal developmental problems and issues facing today's parents. The core services include programs for parents of infants and toddlers, and programs for parents of school-age through adolescent children. In addition to classes and regular group activities, individual counseling is available.Parenting classes are available to parents on a very reasonable class-fee basics. Class discounts are available to members of The Parenting Center. Some of the clases offered are Snuggles & Struggles New Parent Support Group(Newborn-6 Months) Busy Babies(6-12 months) From Walkers to Talkers(12-25 months) Play is a Chils's Work : Activities that Enhance Learning(1-4 years) Pratical Parenting for Preschoolers(3,4 & 5 years) Terrific Twos (24-36 months) Peaceful Parenting (Newborn-Teen) Mealtime Madness (1-5 years) Infant & Child CPR Training (Newborn-8 years)These are just a listing of a few classes. Please call The Parenting Center for more info at 896-9591 or |
