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Safe Sitter
Brought to you by The Parenting Center and Junior League of New Orleans, the Safe Sitter Babysitting Course is a nationally recognized, medically oriented baby-sitting training course that teaches boys and girls ages 11 to 13 to safely care for young children. Class size is limited and pre-registration is required. Call 896-9591 for dates and registration form. $50 per student.
Infant & Child CPR
Learn how to perform CPR, obstructed airway management and rescue breathing for infants and children. Advance registration and payment are required. Taught by Certified CPR Instructors. One-time class. $25 members/$35 nonmembers. Please call 896-9591 to register.
Nanny For Hire
Call Gladys @ (504) 941-1564
Experienced nanny available to care for your newborn beginning Sept. 1. 30-40 hrs/wk. $15/hr. Fluent in Spanish. References available upon request.
Free Zumba for Moms!
A local mom/licensed zumba instructor is trying to put together a free zumba class just for moms to occur on a regular basis. A venue is needed! If you have any ideas about a possible venue, please contact kristen@greengranoladomestics.com.
Register Now for READ Summer Session! The Summer program offers two sessions: Session 1 is June 4th- June 23rd and Session 2 is June 25th-July 14th. During the summer sessions, parents can choose to attend classes twice a week or once a week for each 3 week session. Sign up for either or both sessions-all the classes are different. Find the schedule of classes, tuition, and online registration on at www.readnola.com | Facebook | Twitter Open House and Meet the Faculty of Raphael Academy Sunday, June 5th (1-3pm) at Kingsley House Join us for an Open House to learn more about a new initiative beginning Fall 2011 for children and youths with intellectual and developmental disabilities such as Asperger's, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Pervasive Developmental Disorders (PDD), and Developmental Delay Grades K-8TH. Kingsley House is located at 1600 Constance Street in the lower Garden District one block riverside of Magazine Street between Richard and Felicity. For more information, contact Jacqueline Case at 598-3227. www.raphaelacademy.org Lisey Lu Embroidery Lisey Lu Embroidery has some cute new goodies available! NOLA Water Meter onesies, bibs, burp cloths, t-shirts, and more! Email or call Melissa @ (504)782-8374 www.liseylu.net | Facebook Styling Stitches We specialize in affordable custom clothing (and monogramming) for children up to age 6 in boys and girls. We also have several baby items and adult linens. Email Stephanie or visit www.stylingstitches.com. Swap for Kids: Locally Designed Children "Like" Swap for Kids on Facebook or comment on one of their posts by June 4th, and get a chance to win a free locally designed item! Swap for Kids features boutique consigned clothes and locally made clothing/accessories. Blue Juniper, Little Red Elephant, or Orange House Designs. You can pick your favorite design; and if you are interested, Swap for Kids can also feature your child wearing the new outfit in their upcoming magazine ad. Contact Lauren Irwin 504-218-5996 Info@SwapforKids.com. Facebook | www.Swapforkids.com LFNO Kindergarten spots still available! Lycée Français has a few open Kindergarten spots remaining. If you are interested in a high level multi-lingual education for your child(ren), please email an application packet to info@lfno.org. Application packets are available online at www.lfno.org | Facebook Eco Friendly Home Care Products Natural, Effective, Affordable. Fresh GraNOLA's eco friendly laundry powder is gentle on even the most sensitive skin, yet tough on dirt. Only 1-2 tablespoons will have your clothes fresh and clean. Available in a variety of NOLA inspired scents, this laundry powder will make your "wash day" a little more fun! Myndee, 504-234-8201 Etsy | Facebook | Twitter George Rodrigue Foundation Launches Art Camp! Session 1 (ages 4-6): June 20-24, 9-12:00 Session 2 (ages 7-9): June 27-July 1, 9-12:00 Summer Art Camps are designed to inspire students to create and develop their own unique artistic style while exposing them to a wide variety of two-dimensional and three-dimensional media. Classes will focus on technique and varied media to emphasize composition and design in both two and three-dimensions. Students will view original works of art by George Rodrigue and other local artists to gain understanding and inspiration. Interested parents should call Marney Robinson at (504) 324-9614 for registration information. Website | Facebook | Twitter All-new Ringling Bros. Extravaganza June 16 - June 19 @ New Orleans Arena Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® Presents BARNUM 200 comes to the New Orleans Arena June 16-19. Featuring 130 performers from six continents, almost 100,000 pounds of performing pachyderms, cowboys, pirates, and mermaids, BARNUM 200 is a super-sized spectacle so massive you can't miss it! And one hour before show time, families can visit the Animal Open House, meet the performers, get autographs, and see an amazing elephant that paints at the All Access Pre-show - FREE with a purchased ticket! Purchase tickets "Pie of the Month" to Benefit Children's Hospital Palate of the Month: Ginger Peach Crumble Pie Palate New Orleans is a full-service catering and events company who has recently started a "Pie of the Month Club". Sign up for a different pie each month, and a "piece of the pie" goes to a local non-profit. Through September, proceeds will benefit Childrens Hospital. Facebook Blogging, Babies, & the Bayou 6/06/2011-6/12/2011 Blogging, Babies, & the Bayou will be hosting a Chili's Bar & Grill "Good Things Come in 3's "- Tripple Dipper Event. The post will go live 06/06/2011 and end 06/12/2011. One mandatory comment will be needed to become apart of this giveaway. You can also earn additional entries by following a few more requirements listed in the post. Chili's is known for being very family friendly, but it is also great for the budget as well. Come be apart of this event by going to www.bloggingbabiesandthebayou. Please share with your all facebook & twitter friends for more entries. Good Luck! For more information, email Maria. Facebook | Twitter | 
