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Throwing your child’s birthday party? Well, take a break this year and let someone else take care of the details. Invitations. Decorations. Catering. Games.

You’ve got free time this summer; 300 Anaheim has free time! Sign up for Kids Club and join them all summer long,

Los Angeles and Orange County programs (5-19) offer guidance in good citizenship, leadership and life skills through projects and community service.

Celebrating their 47th year! All-sports camp for boys and girls ages 5-12, includes instruction in gymnastics, rhythms, archery, tennis, track, bowling, soccer, volleyball, softball, basketball, daily swim lessons and more.

“The best children’s entertainers in Southern California!” Their expert staff features top performers including magicians, clowns, super heroes, princesses and fairy tale and holiday characters.

Owned and operated by magician Dave Skale, this company features a network of LA’s best magicians.

Summer Leadership and Public Speaking offered in cities around Orange County including Cerritos, Huntington Beach, Tustin, Yorba Linda and more.

Various academic subjects covered. Kindergarten Preparedness Program and 1st through 4th grade-level academic curriculum as well as art and computers. 5th-8th grade math, computers, language arts, writing and art.

Prove your interests are more than hobbies and learn different aspects of video game creation, app development, robotics engineering, filmmaking, photography, and more.

Adventure City in North Orange County is guaranteed to entertain young families, with 16 exciting rides and attractions including the exhilarating roller coaster “Tree Top Racers” and the “Drop Zone.”

What a day of excitement! Play in Adventure City as long as you like; enjoy one-hour in the whimsical Party Station eating pizza and other treats served by your own party hostess.

Private music lessons with experienced and highly recommended teachers including a variety of teachers with MTAC certification if so desired.

Great new “Cook What You Love to Eat!” cooking camp for kids ages 6-12. Spend a week learning how to make your favorite foods: snacks, delicious desserts, refreshing drinks and foods you can give as gifts.

Get Crafty! Crafters’ Camp (6-12) offered the week of June 25th and Alpert JCC Digital Filmmaking Camp (grades 6+) offered the week of August 20th.

Camps include JCC Camp Komaroff and Teen Camp J Crew, plus arts and crafts, basketball, cheerleading, cooking, health and fitness, martial arts, science, soccer, theater arts, and tutoring and academics camps.

AJCC’s acclaimed Kids’ University for kids in grades K-8. Just like a real university…choose from an assortment of classes and activities, including music and art, aquatics, martial arts, cooking, dance, fitness and more!

Getting fit and staying fit can be a blast! At the AJCC, the new Fit Camp for kids combines circuit training, games, art and nutrition education for a great weeklong camp!

Two weeks of martial arts instruction for ages 3-12, led by premiere area instructor Sensei Mac. During the week of July 30, the focus is on mixed martial arts and self defense; during the week of August 6, kids will learn Jiu Jit Su, grappling and ground sparring.

Local musical theater company MYART brings its acclaimed program to the J, offering two different opportunities for kids to explore their musical and theatrical sides. From June 25 – July 29, teens entering grades 6 and up can join the JCC’s Teen Summer Stock program.

Two weeks of summer hoops at the J led by former Michigan State and NBA player Pete Davis. Players ages 6-14 learn basketball fundamentals and skills through individual and group instruction, scrimmages, lectures and coaching.

The Alpert JCC and Challenger Sports partner to offer an array of soccer camps for ages 3-16. In this unique cross-cultural experience, the British coaching staff helps kids experience soccer as never before.

This class will provide basic cheer skills, including splits, bridges, kicks, jumps, formations and hip hop/cheer routines to age-appropriate music.

Alpert JCC offers Jedi Engineering with LEGOS®, Jedi Master Engineering with LEGOS® and Science Factory.

Swim Instruction (group and private lessons for beginner and advanced). Water Polo – Enjoy the Junior Olympic pool while learning the basics of ball-handling and shooting.

Young Writers’ Workshop – Writing can be fun! Young writers, ages 6-12, discover the magic of the written word in this exciting camp focusing on prose and poetry, play writing and more.

ABA hosts district, state and national races and cruises. Website offers information on the sport, including a rule book, plus referrals to local tracks and teams.

Party packages include two hours of safe, fun gymnastics instruction and party games at their 20,000-square foot facility. You provide the food and cake, they provide the fun!

AGA offers gymnastics for everyone! They start boys and girls from the time they can walk, to National team levels. Birthday parties, cheerleading, high school, trampoline and adults classes are also available.

Short day-trips to Los Angeles, San Diego, San Juan Capistrano and other cities are available from local stations in Anaheim, Fullerton, Irvine and Santa Ana. A shuttle provides round-trip transportation from the station to attractions.

CampVenture Day Camp (6-13) includes daily activities such as crafts, games, movies, nature, science, cooking, sports, special events, song and skits and a weekly excursion.

Art Mobile Party Packages can take your party to the next level! Perfect for birthday parties, but can be custom tailored for your special occasion. Each package is designed for children 5 years and older.

Local animal care centers such as the Marine Mammal Care Center and Pacific Marine Mammal Center offer educational programs for kids on an ongoing basis.

Clean, decorated ponies delivered to your home, school, fair or company picnic. Birthday parties are their specialty! Petting zoos, too. Studio rentals are also offered. Burbank party location available.

Clean, decorated ponies are delivered to your home, school, fair or company picnic. Birthday parties are their specialty! Petting zoos, too! Studio rentals are also offered. Burbank party location available.

Apple stores offer free computer workshops (5+) teaching the basics of Macs and their software. Classes fill quickly. Some stores also offer kids’ summer camps and field trips for schools and groups.

Enhance your child’s (3+) education by trying a free lesson at Applied Music Studio. They offer instruction in viola, violin, voice, piano, guitar, drums, woodwinds, theory, as well as a “Keyboard for Kids” program.

The aquarium offers numerous year-round programs: Aqua Tot (2-3, with parent); Job Shadow (grades 7-12); Saturday Family Fun (4-6, with parent); Seals and Sea Lions/Sea Otter Encounter (10+), and Shark Encounter (13+); and Junior Biologist (7-12).

Let the Aquarium supply all the ingredients for an unforgettable party, with the selection of a shark, marine mammal or turtle theme!

Go behind the scenes at the Aquarium and prepare food for the animals, participate in games and crafts, and conduct marine biology experiments.

Aquariums that offer guided and self-guided tours. Also see “Science” for a listing of aquarium educational programs.

A variety of aquatics and specialty camps are offered all summer long, such as Belmont Junior Aquatics Camp, Bayshore Marine Biology Camp, Bay Club Teen Camp, Whaley Park Music and Arts Day Camp and lots more!

Arboretums offer walking and self-guided tours, workshops, family and kids programs and special events.

Private ranges that offer instruction (5+), tournaments, league activities, target practice and private lessons.

Rental times are also available for parties or practicing in their large and small arenas. Open seven days a week.

Arena soccer leagues and classes for kids (4-17) and adults of all skill levels, plus Arena Soccer Stars program for little ones (18 mos-9 yrs).

Easel Does It! offers classes for ages 18 months and up in select cities throughout Southern California.

Plan a unique party for your child at Averyboo Arts. Guests can enjoy easel painting, open art supplies, building blocks, dress-up with mini stage and more during the party.

A creativity center for children (2-9). They offer affordable art classes for toddler to elementary-aged kids and unique birthday parties. They also offer Open Studio time.

The Kidsguide Baseball section offers a full list of local batting cages in the Orange County and Long Beach area. Most facilities offer pay-by-the-hour, pay-by-the-pitch, birthday party packages and group/team discounts.

Up-to-date information on water quality and beach closures in Los Angeles County and Orange County.

Beach, Activities, Lifestyle, Fun Summer Beach Camp is a dynamic, extremely fun junior waterman experience in Long Beach that includes SUP paddling, bodysurfing, body boarding, outrigger canoe paddling and more!

Imagine adopting a monkey, kangaroo or sloth for a week, feeding lemurs, walking llamas, petting porcupine, training parrots and bathing miniature horses. At the same time, enjoying all the fun of an overnight summer camp.

The premier source for upscale, gently-used children’s items is under new magagement! Belmont Kidz offers new and resale clothing, shoes, books, toys and baby equipment for infants, toddlers, girls and boys.

As the premier source for upscale, gently-used children’s items, Belmont Kidz Boutique offers new and resale toys, clothing, shoes, books and baby equipment for infants, toddlers, girls and boys.

The pre-school is dedicated to providing a stimulating environment, helping children to develop socially, physically, emotionally, intellectually and spiritually.

Come have some fun in the sun, with Bethany Lutheran Summer Camp! It’s a full summer of recreational and educational activities for youth in grades K-8.

Join the Bethany Lutheran School family! Pre-school (age 2+), kindergarten through 8th grade, and extended day care and summer camps. For 65 years, Bethany Lutheran School has been putting students first.

Local branches of the national organization match boys and girls, many from single-parent homes, with adult mentors who provide friendship and guidance. Volunteers are extensively screened.

Youth Tennis Camps (4-17) are offered in during school breaks and all summer long, June 18 – August 31. Hours: 9 a.m. – noon; daily drop-in rates are available.

USPTA-certified professional instruction is provided for all levels. Year-round programs (4+) include beginner, intermediate and advanced. Classes are 60-120 minutes in length, 1-4 times per week.

The Blue Submarine offers fun, educational adventures in marine biology. They bring live tide pool animals to you, adding an unforgettable experience to your birthday party or special event.

The Blue Submarine is a marine biology outreach program offering classes and activities for students Pre-K through 8th grade. Topics are presented in an interactive format and live tide pool animals are available for certain classes.

For paved trails and paths in Los Angeles and Orange counties, visit www.bikesandhikesla.com, www.labikepaths.com, www.biketrails.com/orange.html and www.mapmyride.com.

BMX courses at various Southern California locations feature practices, clinics and competitions.

Boating locations that offer 45 to 90-minute boat cruises for families. Schedules vary.

Led by Boot Camp veterans and their babies, a trained coach conducts workshops to help new fathers step up to the challenges of being a dad.

The following locations may offer junior and parent/child leagues, bumper and recreational bowling, and party packages.

Cub Scouts (grades 1-5) and Boy Scouts (grades 6-12) participate in a variety of activities and earn badges for completing projects and challenges.

Supervised activities (5 or 6-18) after school and during school vacations (see “Camps”), including crafts, field trips, homework help, career development, dance classes, sports, teen programs, leadership groups and more.

Take advantage of the school-year breaks by participating in one of their various academic or art camps! The Boys and Girls Clubs of Garden Grove provides various intensive courses during school breaks and holidays.

Give your child the opportunity to express their creativity, perform, or learn to play a musical instrument!

The Boys and Girls Club of Garden Grove offers several programs that teach basic to advanced skills in multiple subjects (grades PreK-12), as well as one-on-one tutoring.

Support for breastfeeding women.

Monthly dances (grades 3-10) with instruction in ballroom dances, waltz, foxtrot, swing and Latin dance, such as the samba or tango, as well as other forms of dance, like the Charleston and polka.

Manners and etiquette are emphasized throughout their program. Students (grades 3-10) are taught how to introduce themselves, how to go through a reception line, how to ask a lady to dance, and how to sit properly.

Summer camps in dance (jazz, tap, lyrical, Broadway) and ballroom dancing, begin June 25 (grade 4 and up).

Summer camps in musical theatre training and guitar begin June 25 (grade 4 and up). Offers two twelve-week sessions on Saturdays during the school year in musical theatre training and guitar.

Five-week program in music and theatre, ballroom dancing, dance, guitar, ceramics, painting and drawing, animation, graphic design, creative writing (four weeks), film/TV (one week workshops) and more.

“Best Arts Enrichment Program in Orange County” for kids in grades 3 and up. Summer arts and academic enrichment programs in painting/drawing, ceramics, animation and graphic design begin June 25.

Musical theatre summer stock productions begin June 25. Offers two twelve-week sessions (grade 4 and up) on Saturdays during the school year in musical theatre training.

Fve-week arts enrichment program, beginning June 25, in computer/graphic courses, including animation and graphic design. See listings in “Arts and Crafts” and “Camps” for full program descriptions.

The newly remodeled center offers programs for preschoolers, ages 2-4 years, and Kindergarten Readiness for ages 4-5 years. The curriculum includes age appropriate teaching that helps your child to grow socially, cognitively and spiritually.

California Heights United Methodist Children’s Center offers three sessions of summer camp for children ages 2-13, June 18 – August 17, 7 a.m. – 6 p.m. This year’s theme is “Nature’s Gifts,” and includes arts, science, games and more!

California Music Studios invites your family to enjoy all the benefits that learning music has to offer, through private instruction in the comfort of your home or in one of over 300 locations.

If your child likes things that slither and slide, jump and wiggle, then a party at California Pets’ Party Shack is just the thing. Plus, children’s parties and educational scout outings on site, including puppy parties and reptile parties.

The new exhibit, Cleopatra, May 23 – December 31, features a collection of Cleopatra-era artifacts, separate ticket needed. Permanent exhibits include Ecosystems, Air and Space, World of Life and Creative World.

Long Beach and Orange County Council provide children and teens with opportunities in leadership skills, community service, environmental and arts programs, plus after-school clubs and camps.

Unique experiential summer classes in the arts, technology, sports, creative writing, animation, science and more. The program creates an exciting atmosphere that challenges your child’s mind and curiosity.

Tallship adventure camp for children (10-18) offers a unique sailing adventure and educational experience. Campers spend five days aboard the ship and on Catalina Island.

Camps (10-18) aboard the 130-foot Tallship American Pride. Tallship Adventure Camp for children (10-18) offers a unique sailing adventure and educational experience.

Center for Living Peace is a non-profit organization that offers classes and events for families interested in arts, culture, the environment, inner-work and communication.

Center for Living Peace is a non-profit organization that offers camps for families with an interest in arts, culture, the environment and kids’ exercise. They believe that peace starts at home with each individual.

Center for Living Peace is a non-profit organization that offers classes and events in kids’ exercise. They believe that exercise is not just for the body, but also builds confidence and self-esteem for children.

Center for Living Peace is a non-profit organization that offers classes and events for families with an interest in arts, culture, the environment and kids’ exercise. They offer weekly Baby & Me yoga classes as well as many other classes.

Annual student recital is held at the Richard and Karen Carpenter Performing Arts Center at CSULB. Look for their Children’s Performing Company at Knott’s Berry Farm, national competitions, and local community events.

Local businesses offer fishing charters for half, three-quarter and full days. A fishing license, sold on site, is required (16+).

Cheerleading programs are available through American Youth Football and Cheer, Friday Night Lights, Jr. All American Cheer, King Conference and Pop Warner.

Call for help or to report abuse or suspected abuse. Information and referrals are available; most are bilingual.

Child-care programs often include before and after-school care provided at youth agencies, child-care centers, recreation departments and school sites. Full-day care is usually available during vacation breaks.

Organizations that offer assistance, information and referrals relating to child support and custody.

A coordinating link for child care, child development and community services. Parents can obtain free information on child-care providers matched to their needs for infants through school-age children.

Resource and Referral offers a variety of child care resources to the community, such as child care referrals, resources for assessing the quality of child care services, workshops, and a lending library.

Educational Resource Lending Library at Children’s Home Society of California offers a toy loan for all ages, where toys are loaned for up to four weeks.

Ride a kid-sized carousel, take a walk in T-Rex’s footprints, pet an arctic fox, a bear and a raccoon, pump your own gas, put on a show, drive a bus and dig for fossils––all in one afternoon!

“Create Your Own” birthday parties are held on Saturdays and Sundays. “Create Your Own” birthday parties are held on Saturdays and Sundays. Party includes museum T-shirt and bag, birthday buttons, invitations and more.

The Choo Choo Train is a wonderful addition to kids’ parties, festivals, parades, fairs, schools and corporate events.

The Choo Choo Train is a wonderful addition to kids’ parties, festivals, parades, fairs, schools and corporate events. Their colorful trackless train can be ridden on any flat surfaces: grass, asphalt, gravel and pavement.

Circus schools that instruct ariel arts.

The Claddagh School offers a variety of Irish dance classes for children (4+) and adults, as well as Mommy and Me classes and children’s summer camps, all learning traditional solos and team dances.

The Claddagh School offers a variety of Irish dance classes for children (4+) and adults, as well as Mommy and Me classes and children’s summer camps, all learning traditional solos and team dances.

The after-school program is designed to introduce the sport of rock climbing as an activity to teach all the skills necessary to climb safely in an indoor environment.

Rock climbing is an an exciting way for children to develop problem solving skills while building confidence and self-esteem. In a safe and controlled environment, your child can learn the fundamentals of the sport.

ClimbX is an indoor rock climbing facility that caters to all ages and skill levels. They provide a safe and controlled environment where your children can enjoy the thrill of competing with their friends to make it to the top.

Offers art classes, art parties and Open Canvas Art. They teach proper techniques to use a variety of media such as charcoal, crayon, pastel, graphite, marker, pen, pencil, water color, acrylic and oil.

Want to host a party with fun, excitement, and lasting memories? Celebrate with the Paint Your Own Canvas Art Party! Each party guest creates their own unique masterpiece to take home and brag about.

The center includes a robotics lab where kids can program their own Lego robots, an airplane and shuttle landing simulator, a paper airplane making station with launcher, a drop tower and a scale that gives kids their weight on all of the planets.

May 6: Comics, or something like them, have been around since people lived in caves and have been used to tell every kind of story.

CCD has provided child care and support services since 1984. Children ages six months to kindergarten are cared for and educated in centers and four months and up in a network of licensed family child care homes.

Specializing in therapy for gifted and talented children, adults and their families. Connie came to appreciate the unique needs of this group while raising her own gifted children.

Confused about parenting a gifted child? Certified SENG (Supporting the Emotional Needs of the Gifted) facilitator, Connie Wax helps parents gain skills and strategies for parenting a gifted child.

Couseling for kids and families.

Creative Day Academy offers an accelerated academic program with a “hands-on” approach to learning. Students learn computer skills and go on educational field trips.

Young Writers’ Camp teaches writing in a relaxed, non-threatening environment. Two, three-week sessions are offered for students entering grades 1-12.

Themed day camps (5+): one-week sessions, June 25- August 17. Camps are available in reaading, science, internet and digital media, fine arts, cooking, languages, sports and more.

Ongoing classes, as well as Summer Camp Intensives, train the dancers in ballet, lyrical, creative expression, jazz, tap, hip-hop and theater from beginning to advanced levels, ages 3 and up.

Summer Camp Intensives train the dancers in ballet, lyrical, creative expression, jazz, tap, hip-hop and theater from beginning to advanced levels, ages 3 and up.

Contemporary Jazz, Tap, Hip-Hop, Ballet, Pointe, Theatre Dance, Lyrical, Fit Ball, Pilates and Barre Etc. (3+); beginner to advanced levels with an emphasis on technique.

Rhythm and grace, with some fun and laughter sprinkled on top. Dance The Little Gym Way is a unique combination of ballet, tap, creative movement and gymnastics, plus lots of fun and laughter.

Deep Blue Swim School offers private, semi-private, parent & me swim lessons, pre-competitive swim team, and snorkeling clinics year round in their 92? indoor and ozone filtrated pool.

Free information includes maps to local lakes, fishing events, stocking guides and sportfishing regulations, plus publications geared for children. Free fishing days in 2012: July 7 and September 8.

Fx3 Events has been provding kids parties and event planning services for family functions as well as corporate events since 2000.

Fx3 Events has been provding kids parties and event planning services for family functions as well as corporate events since 2000. Their family event services include entertainment such as, magic, face painting, balloons and more.

A list of local parks that offer disc golf courses, some also offer disc rentals.

120 hands-on science exhibits such as a real Boeing rocket engine, an interactive scavenger hunt throughout a two-story tall Argentinosaurus and a chance to go head to head with a NHL goalie!

Day camps are offered in two-week sessions and include Kiddie Diving and Introduction to Diving. McCormick Divers provides a safe environment and a six-to-one student/teacher ratio. Larn basic skills, safety and body awareness.

Jeremy Dodgen’s expertise centers on photographing children and families in their natural environments. Portrait sessions are held where children are most comfortable (your home, a favorite park, an extracurricular activity).

Referrals to certified doulas, individuals providing support for women and their families during pregnancy, labor/delivery and post-partum. English and Spanish.

Easel Does It! offers camps for children ages 3 years and up (camp goers must be potty trained). Lasting two to three hours, these camps are typically offered for one-week periods throughout the year.

There’s no such thing as a kid without artistic talent at an Easel Does It! birthday party. They bring out the Monet or Da Vinci in every young guest.

Fun party package includes public skating admission, private party room, pizza, cake, soft drinks, and party supplies. Skating lessons available upon request. Also see “Skating and Hockey.”

Ice rink offers public skating, skating classes for kids (3+) and adults, freestyle sessions, in-house hockey, hockey classes, youth travel hockey league, adult hockey league, stick time and broomball.

EduCare Preschools of Lakewood are private, non-profit preschools, and accept children ages 24 months through Kindergarten.

Ages 3 through adult, beginning through professional. Full recreational program as well as a highly competitive competition team. The innovation of this studio sets it apart from the rest!

Temporary shelter for children and families in crisis. Residential care, counseling, referrals and bilingual assistance available.

Week-long day and overnight resident camps throughout the summer. Programs consist of personalized surf instruction (3:1 student/instructor ratio) on the beach, in the water, and with video analysis.

Endless Summer Surf Camp offers weeklong day and overnight resident camps throughout the summer. Programs consist of personalized surf instruction (3:1 student/instructor ratio) on the beach, in the water, and with video analysis.

Explore the region’s maritime heritage with family-oriented interactive exhibits, ship models, artifacts and art, located in the heart of the historic Balboa Fun Zone on Newport Bay.

Explore our region’s maritime heritage with family-oriented interactive exhibits, ship models, artifacts and art, located in the heart of the historic Balboa Fun Zone on Newport Bay.

Explore our region’s maritime heritage with family-oriented interactive exhibits, ship models, artifacts and art, located in the heart of the historic Balboa Fun Zone on Newport Bay.

Since 1953, Fairmont Private Schools has partnered with parents who seek the best opportunities for their children. With five campus locations, Fairmont is the oldest, largest, nonsectarian private school in Orange County.

With locations throughout Orange County, Fairmont Summer Programs offer academic camp, school and enrichment workshops customizable to any family’s schedule.

Various locations that offer a variety of activities that may include miniature golf, arcades, batting cages, carnival rides, go-carts and bumper cars.

A omprehensive list of directories and/or referrals that are available for parents of children with special needs.

May 6: Kids and their families can take part in activities out in the Family Picnic Zone.

Ride onboard 1920′s-30′s era vintage restored coaches or an open air flat car to enjoy views of some of the last thriving citrus and avocado orchards in the state. Departures on weekends from the Fillmore Central Park station.

Scenic tourist excursions depart from Fillmore’s Central Park station on 1950′s-era diesel locomotives and a restored 1913 Baldwin Steam Engine powered trains.

First Field Farm offers instruction in English horseback riding and jumping for beginning through advanced students. Beginner lessons include care of the horse as well as the basics of position and control.

First French Tutoring offers affordable classes to the community for students of all ages and levels to read, write, and speak in French.

Local fishing spots in Los Angeles and Orange counties.

Various local and national football leagues for kids.

The Khan Academy offers free video tutorials, practice problems and tests in math, science, humanities and test preparation for all levels (pre-K-college).

From June 1 – August 31, kids whose age does not exceed a limit by participating bowling centers are eligible to register for two free games a day, all summer long.

Bounce, slide and leap at the newest 9,000- square-foot indoor inflatable play zone. Kids can also enjoy the playhouse, train table, disco karaoke tiki hut, frog-themed books, bean bags and toys.

Party guests will bounce, slide and leap at the newest 9,000-square-foot indoor inflatable play zone. They’ll also enjoy the playhouse, train table and disco karaoke tiki hut.

Art programs and workshops for kids are held year-round. Camps are also available.

Fun With Horses at Rancho del Rio Stable and in Silverado Canyon offers birthday parties and scouting badge programs. Site rental available for corporate events as well. Also see “Horseback Riding.”

A wide variety of programs for kids that love horses. Private lessons, preschool classes, parties, scout badge programs, day camps and field trips are available.

Students (grades 4-12) learn about science, engineering and technology through fun and challenging projects, such as building bridges, catapults or working motors. Part of Discovery Science Center.

Girls (5-17) participate in projects in arts, science, community awareness, health, safety, nature study, leadership and career exploration. Camping, workshops and badge projects are offered throughout the year.

Year-round, after-school programs, and spring and summer camps for girls (5-18). Programs include educational enrichment, economic literacy, college prep, career and life planning, health and fitness, leadership and more.

GO-FAME provides children performing arts opportunities through classes and theatrical productions. They offer acting, musical theater, show choir and stage craft opportunities for children (8-18) taught by entertainment industry professionals.

Group and private swim lessons are offered June – August at Golden West College’s Aquatic Facility. Class offerings include: Parent and Me, Preschool (ages 3-5), Level 1-5 (6+) and water polo.

Have your child’s next birthday party, team party or scouting event at Golf N’ Stuff Family Fun Park! Pizza Party packages can include easy or challenging miniature golf and exciting rides.

Take a break and have fun at Golf N’ Stuff Family Fun Park! Offers challenging miniature golf, exciting rides including go-karts, bumper boats, bumper cars, Disk’O Thrill ride and kiddie train.

The observatory features astronomy exhibits, a planetarium, a theater featuring shows and news programs, plus a high-powered refracting telescope and three solar telescopes.

Do your kids love to swordfight like a musketeer, Jedi or pirate? Then fencing is the sport for them! Fencing develops stamina, discipline and coordination.

One-week summer camps will teach your child the sport of fencing. They also offer a Variety Camp that teaches popular dance, martial arts, yoga, and team work. Kids will have fun, meet new friends, learn new skills.

Knights, pirates, Jedi or Zorro? Fencing is a fun activity for all ages. Gryphon Fencing offers fencing-themed birthday parties for kids and adults.

Various agencies that provide referrals or services for medical and/or dental care to low-income families. Bilingual.

Crisis intervention, information, listening/counseling and referrals for any need. Most hotlines operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

A one-time workshop designed to teach parents how to minimize the negative effects of separation or divorce. Support group referrals are also available.

Southern California historical locations offer museums, tours, crafts and family-friendly events.

Holiday Skate Center is a premier family fun entertainment center in the Orange County area. They pride themselves on providing a clean, safe, friendly, and fun facility for your entire family.

Holiday Skate Center is a premier family fun entertainment center in the Orange County area. They pride themselves on providing a clean, safe, friendly, and fun facility for your entire family.

Hot Bows are original designs created to add some fun and fashion and can be enjoyed by tots to tweens! Most Hot Bows are stiffened with a special non-toxic stiffener and they are designed to last longer then other ribbon bows. 

Changing exhibits celebrate the history of surfing and surf culture. Tours by reservation. Concerts are offered April – September. Free, donations accepted.

Love gaming, programming, or filmmaking? Ages 7-17 create iPhone apps, video games, movies, robots, 3D models, websites, and more at weeklong, day and overnight programs held at 60+ universities.

Kids, ages 7-17, create iPhone apps, video games, movies, robots, 3D models, websites, and more at weeklong, day and overnight programs held at 60+ universities, including UC Irvine and UCLA.

You have three choices of IncrediFlix birthday parties. Dress up and lip sync like a star in Birthday Idol or Music Video parties, or bring Legos to life in Lego animated flix. You ready to party!?

If you like acting, IncrediFlix has got you covered! They are offering children, ages 7-16, camps in acting and live-action filmmaking (everybody gets a DVD!). See “Camps” for a complete listing.

IncrediFlix brings you the ultimate in arts and crafts. This year they are offering children, ages 7-13, an opportunity to bring their artwork to life.

IncrediFlix offers children, ages 7-16, an opportunity to bring imagination and creativity to life! Camps center around making movies using arts and crafts, acting, writing, directing, special effects and operating a camera.

At their facility or in your home, a musical birthday party is always a hit! Partygoers will be guided through a variety of creative musical games, simple instrument play, drum circle time and other activities sure to liven up the party.

Long Beach’s coolest music center has classes for all ages! From private lessons to group classes, students develop solid skills and technique in a fun, supportive atmosphere.

Long Beach’s only multi-art learning center is now offering visual arts training for students ages 8 and up. Drawing and painting classes are taught by university-trained professional artists.

Long Beach’s only multi-art learning center is now offering musical theater classes for students ages 6 and up!

Multi-art center offers an array of summer camps to choose from in music, art and theater. Choose one or two for a part-day experience, or choose all three for a full day experience.

Level specific jazz bands comprised of young musicians ages 11-17. Musicians learn to play (or improve how they play) this great American music through a unique method of music mentoring.

Jessica Lake Photography makes enjoying—and preserving—your little one’s birthday parties stress-free. Their “First Birthday Cake Smash” session with a real cake is a unique service, and great for thank you cards or invitations.

Jessica Lake Photography makes preserving the memories of your child’s early years stress-free. They specialize in maternity and newborn, children, families and first birthdays.

The following centers offer after-school enrichment programs in various areas. Additional programs include family events, support groups, vacation-break camps and teen-specific programming.

The JLLB is committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women, and improving the community through effective action and leadership of trained volunteers.

Free instruction (8+) and equipment use on Saturday mornings. A safety orientation, required prior to participation, begins at 11:45 am.

Music therapy for children with developmental disabilities is offered with Kelly Summer Music Therapy Studio. Music therapy is the clinical and evidenced-based use of music interventions to accomplish individualized goals within a therapeutic environment.

Voice lessons for kids and adults who want to improve their singing ability are offered by Kelly Summer Vocal Studio.

Intro to Dance, Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Musical Theatre, Salsa, Bellydance, Ballroom, Cheerleading and Hula are some of the many dance classes offered, in addition to music and voice lessons.

A variety of parties and options are offered, including the Enchanted Princess Ballerina’s Ball, Fairy Dream Dance, Pineapple Princess Hula Party, Pop Princess Hip Hop Party, Go…Fight…Win Cheer Party and the Dancing Princess Party!

his noncompetitive, performing group meets bi-weekly to work on non-stunted cheers and cheer/dance performance. Great for kids who have always wanted to cheer, but can only commit to a few practices per month.

Dance camps at Kick It Up are a blast and are a wonderful and magical way to spend your child’s summer! Camps include Once Upon A Dream and Jazz, Lyrical and Broadway Theatre Workshops, as well as teen dance camps.

Learn to play the piano, guitar, (and more) or sing at Kick It Up. Their noncompetitive environment allows students to achieve and excel in music.

Kid Works offers preschool, pre-K, pre-K enrichment and after-school kindergarten programs. Curriculum and environment are designed to stimulate, challenge, and allow children time and space to work.

Kidnastics has always been the place to be for your child’s birthday party. With over 20,000 square feet of gymnastics equipment, your child and their friends can enjoy over several hours of active-play.

With flexible day camps for either half day or full day your child will enjoy instructional gymnastics camps along with arts, crafts, games and much more. Perfect for ages 4 and up.

Kidnastics has been pleased to offer quality gymnastics instruction for over 34 years. As a recreational gymnastics and cheerleading facility with over 23,000 square feet of full-line gymnastics equipment and various levels of spring floors.

“Shop, Sell, Swap & Save at Kidz Head 2 Toe,” a children’s resale boutique in Long Beach. They specialize in gently-used name-brand clothing and shoes for boys and girls infant through size 10.

KDB, your neighborhood Kitchen, Den, Bar, is located at The Pike in Long Beach. KDB is a high-energy entertainment, restaurant and bar concept.

KDB, your neighborhood Kitchen, Den, Bar, is located at The Pike in Long Beach. KDB is a high-energy entertainment, restaurant and bar concept, with great food, drinks, bowling, live entertainment, sports bar and games.

Beach Cities Youth Lacrosse for girls and boys (grades 3-8); fall practice, winter season. Serves Los Alamitos, Cypress, Seal Beach, Long Beach and surrounding areas.

A variety of camps are offered for all ages that include Monte Verde Summer Day Camp, plus volleyball, basketball, skateboarding and scootering, LEGOS, tennis, arts and crafts, science and family camps.

CampLango is an immersion camp offered during summer and winter breaks, designed to give children (5-10) a unique experience. Kids get to spend time having fun, acquiring a second or third language, and taking pretend trips.

LangoKids Irvine offers dynamic, fun and engaging Spanish, French and Mandarin Chinese immersion classes and camps for kids (1-10 years old).

Lawn bowling lessons and tournaments are offerd for kids at two locations.

A comprehensive list of resource organizations for autism, dyslexia and ADD/ADHD.

Classes are offered year-round for beginner to intermediate sailors, including canoeing (9+); bay kayaking (10+); sailing using Sabot (8+), Keelboat and Capri 14’ boats (13+); and board sailing (16+).

Since 1970, Let’s Have a Cart Party has been preparing fresh food at your party site in front of your guests. Kenny Baines, owner and head chef, hand-selects only the finest produce for your occasion.

A parent cooperative preschool dedicated to the development of the whole child through play and socialization. The program emphasizes social, emotional, cognitive and physical development of children with an adult/child ratio of 1:5.

Library contact information and story times.

Adventure through 1,200 protected acres of desert environments representing North America and Africa. Encounter over 500 wild animals, live shows, the children’s discovery center, an animal carousel and lots more.

Since 1912, LBDN has offered the highest quality early care and education with the most affordable rates possible, thanks to the support of many individuals and foundations in the community.

Long Beach Day Nursery is dedicated to providing the finest programs and services for young children. Since 1912, LBDN has offered the highest quality early care and education with the most affordable rates possible.

Long Beach Jr. Golf Association offers Long Beach Little Linksters in the summer and a year-round program.

The following oceanography and marine biology camp offers exciting programs aimed at various age groups. Day camps run from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Monday – Friday, beginning June 18 and ending August 17.

Oceanography and marine biology camp offers exciting programs aimed at various age groups. Day camps run from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Monday – Friday, beginning June 18 and ending August 17. Extended care is available.

The following camps are offered at various Long Beach parks. For additional camps, see Aquatics and Specialty Camps in this section and Nature Kids! Discovery Workshops at El Dorado Nature Center under “Science.”

Teens (13+) learn traditional Japanese archery in Kyudo Archery classes.

The LBPF offers a variety of youth programs that include Police Explorers Post #295, Chief for a Day, Shop with a Cop, JUMP and Youth Leadership Academy and Toy Patrol.

The LBPF offers the following programs: Police Explorers Post #295 – Designed for motivated and service-oriented young men and women, ages 14 to 20, who have an interest in the law enforcement field.

Joe Zanders, formerly a successful PAL boxing coach, continues to run the boxing program. The LBPF is now supporting this program by providing scholarships for those young men and women who cannot afford the yearly fees.

Long Beach is offering their Women’s Volleyball Camps this summer that include: Skills Camps, July 14-17 and July 20-23; Setters Camp, July 17-20; and Kids Camp (ages 7-10), July 17-20.

Head Coach, Brian Gimmillaro, conducts a variety of summer volleyball camps for girls, ages 7 and up, that include: Skills Camps, July 14-17 and July 20-23; Setters Camp, July 17-20; and Kids Camp (ages 7-10), July 17-20.

The Long Beach State Women’s Soccer coaching staff cordially invites you to participate in the 2012 Long Beach Soccer Academy during the summer months. You can choose from a variety of camps depending on your child’s age and ability level.

2012 Long Beach Soccer Academy is available during the summer months. Choose from a variety of camps depending on your child’s age and ability level, beginning to intermediate.

A variety of summer camps are offered including Summer Day Camp and Counselor-in-Training Summer Program. Both programs offer excursions, swimming, games and fun. Optional extended care is also available.

In their school-break camps, serving all communities, focus is on getting kids (4-14) used to the water in a non-competitive environment. Kids strengthen swimming skills and are taught the basic fundamentals.

Both competitive and non-competitive programs, serving all communities, offered for kids as young as 3, and youth in the following age divisions: 6U, 8U, 10U, 12U, 14U, 16U, 18U, 20U, as well as adults.

After-school and school-break recreational programs for youth (8-18). Activities include music, sports, games, arts and crafts, homework clinic with computers, tutoring and camps. Financial assistance available for qualifying families.

For the past 30 years, the studio has offered Ballet, Jazz and Hip Hop classes for pre-schoolers, children, teens and adults. Afternoon and evening classes are available during the week and morning classes on Saturday.

Angels Baseball is proud to present its 2012 family fun line up! Come to the Big A this season and enjoy events like Family Sundays, Kids Run the Bases, Salute to Kids, and many kid’s themed promotional items.

Covering 133 acres, the Los Angeles Zoo is home to more than 1,100 animals from around the world. Picnicking is permitted. Spring and summer camps, family overnights and special events also offered.

Los Cab Summer Camp is held on 17 acres of beautifully landscaped gated property in Fountain Valley. Your child, ages 4-13, will participate in a variety of sports, such as tennis, racquetball, volleyball, basketball and swimming.

Magic clubs that offer actvities and instruction.

Magic stores that offer supplies and lessons.

A year-round springboard and platform diving program for all ages and levels. They offer the only fully-equipped indoor facility on the West Coast!

For over 34 years, the studio has offered dance classes for ages 2-adult. Tap, Jazz, Ballet, Lyrical, Hip Hop, Acrobatic, Contemporary and Combination are offered in a positive, friendly, family-oriented environment.

Summer camps for kids, June 4 – August 31, Monday – Friday, 10 a.m. – noon (7-10) and 2-4 p.m. (11-13). Free. Limitied to 25 kids per session.

Help, information, referrals and message-relay services for runaways, abducted children and/or their parents.

A bilingual, creative environment for children ages 6-12. Learn about Latin American art and culture through art workshops, dance, martial arts, cooking, songs and more!

Ongoing, nurse-led support group for new mothers; moms are encouraged to bring their baby. Wednesdays, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Free.

Year-round program for children (2-12) in preschool and kindergarten through grade 6. Students are in a multi-age group environment working individually and independently.

Montessori School – Eureka is a private school offering a full-time Montessori educational program for children ages 2 to 10.

Additional fencing studios.

Move it Momma is a fitness studio where parents, caregivers and  grandparents get a results driven workout while their children participate in age appropriate, interactive child care with story time, crafts and themed lessons.

Move it Momma Fitness Studio now offers birthday parties! Themes such as ballet, martial arts and dance fitness can be lead by one of their qualified instructors and they can work with you to enhance any other theme.

Move it Momma Fitness Studio offers Luna Moms Club playgroups along with Stroller Strides of Huntington Beach and Fountain Valley! Contact them for details or email shelby@moveitmommafitness.

A community- and service-focused program that is devoted to helping kids (5+), teens, and young men and women develop character.

A variety of kids’ and family art classes and workshops are offered year-round. Muckenthaler Cultural Center Multi-Arts Summer Camp is available for kids (grades 1-8) June 18 – August 24.

Art programs include: MoLAA summer camps for ages 6-12, July 9- August 3; free drop-in workshops on the second Thursday of each month; and Target Free Sundays which are held on the third Sunday of every month.

MOLAA is the only museum in the United States dedicated to modern and contemporary Latin American art. On the second Thursday of each month it offers free drop-in workshops for all ages.

Music Together ® is a squeal of delight, a grateful parent, a toddling drummer, an infant “coo.” Research-based and beautifully developed, this national program is based on the premise that all children are musical.

My Gym Long Beach has moved! They are just off Redondo Avenue, north of Stearns. My Gym has helped thousands of children, ages 6 weeks through 13 years, gain confidence and self-esteem in a loving and caring environment.

Join in the fun and attend one of their wonderful My Gym classes or call to set up a play date for your play group.

Easy, fun, all-in-one parties! Exclusive use of the entire gym. Convenient and easy for parents. Games, games, games…and so much more.

Children of all ages can enjoy a day of camp with hands-on arts and crafts, music, dance, games, and overall emphasis on learning solid skills and fundamentals in sports and gymnastics.

As students, ages 4-13, strive for different belt levels, they learn about setting goals and the discipline needed to reach them. Their successes give them the confidence to take on new challenges.

Hip hop dance (ages 4.5-11) in a fun, explosive, high energy class where children learn the coolest moves set to today’s most popular music.

Allow Mystical Vibrations to set the mood, produce the magic, and come to you to enhance and unfold a unique afternoon of birthday fun: including your child’s favorite songs, and having them lead group dances and games.

Nature centers located throughout Orange County and Long Beach Metro offer guided walks, kid- and family-friendly classes and workshops, exhibits and special events.

Join the Nature Center for fun, adventure and learning this summer. Kids will be introduced to environmental concepts through exploration and hands-on activities. Weeklong classes are available for both preschool and elementary ages.

Oak Tree Preschool and Kindergarten offers an accelerated academic program with a “hands-on” approach to learning. Students learn computer skills and go on educational field trips.

Oakwood Preschool and Academy offers an accelerated academic program with a “hands-on” approach to learning. Students learn computer skills and go on educational field trips.

Oasis Arts creates amazing full face, half face, and arm designs with washable face paints. The artists have over a decade of experience and sharpened their skills while working at Disneyland.

Interactive exhibits, marine life, touch tanks and ecology cruises, plus ongoing presentations and Sunday tours aboard the tallship Pilgrim. Single day programs include Jr. Neptunes (6-8), Jr. Oceanographer (9-12) and Jr. Seahawks (9-12).

Various locations that offer boating classes and camps including sailing, rowing, SUP, kayaking and more.

A tethered, 118-foot-high, helium-filled balloon allows passengers to soar 400 feet in the air for a bird’s eye view of Orange County Great Park and surrounding areas.

An opportunity for students of the performing arts to have ten full days of instruction with professionals from Hollywood and New York in tap, jazz, ballet, and current dance trends from leading choreographers.

A 6,000-square-foot performing arts studio for children ages 2 to young adult. Classes are taught in a comfortable environment by professionals chosen for their ability to work with young people.

A variety of animals, plus a petting area. Check their website for story time schedule, special events and toddler classes. School tours and scout programs are also available. Open daily. $2; free for ages 2 and under.

Group and private instruction is available for piano, guitar, drums, violin, cello, flute, sax, singing and musical theatre. Beginner’s piano classes (ages 3-12) include singing, ear training, reading and lots of fun!

Your child (ages 3-12) will experience music, art and drama each fun-filled day at DiscoveryARTS Camps available during school vacations. Musicianship camps and Musical Madness Instrumental Introduction camps are also available.

Student in Musical Theatre classes experience the thrill of performing scenes from Broadway musicals. Students focus on scripts, acting and stage directions in addition to vocal technique, stage presence and choreography.

Children are introduced to music, art and drama through musical instruments, singing, dancing, appreciation and the creation of projects using techniques of the Masters.

In our fast-moving global society, speaking a foreign language is becoming essential. French, Spanish and Mandarin classes are adapted to students from age 2 1/2 to university level with individual, partner and group lessons available.

Founded in 1908, Page Private School is a coeducational, nonsectarian school offering students a strong academic foundation with small classes and individual attention.

Page summer program has many exciting activities for students including sports, arts and crafts, theme weeks, water activities, computer lab and much more, plus daily swim instruction, as well as free swim in their on-campus pool.

Let your creative side show! Paint ‘N’ Glaze has a large selection of ceramics and a variety of colors to choose from.

Let your creative side show! Paint ‘N’ Glaze has a large selection of ceramics and a variety of colors to choose from. This is the place to host a party for you and your guests. An area is set up for your party needs.

Community agencies that offer a variety of parenting classes such as parenting teenagers, parenting skills and family communication.

Provides single parents and their children with an environment for support, friendship and the exchange of parenting techniques.

Regional parks throughout Orange County and Long Beach metro mostly include walking/biking paths, lakes, sports fields/courts, gardens, picnicing, playgrounds and barbeques.

Want a themed party? With over 13 years experience, the men and women of Parties By Erin & Co. can make it happen. All ages, all occasions. Character shows, face painting, balloons, magic and much more.

Amy’s Farms, Lakewood Pony Adventure, Centennial Farm and Zoomars Petting Zoo offer the opportunity for children to interact with farm animals. Some offer pony rides and special events too.

Play Action Parties is here to provide your child with an action packed, interactive, birthday. From traditional sports to games you may have never seen, they know every game in the book and want to bring them to you.

Indoor playgrounds that offer play equipment with unique features. Most offer parties, family sessions, scout/group programs and open play.

Outdoor playgrounds that offer unique features around Orange County and Long Beach metro. Our list includes pirate-themed parks, parks with mud slides and ponds, beach playgrounds and lots more.

PlayParty-LA.net is Los Angeles’ number one source of kids’ birthday party entertainment activities featuring the “Best LEGO and Ultimate Race Car Parties!” They come to your location (home, park, clubhouse, etc).

Year-round youth (5-17) program sponsored by police departments; activities include arts and crafts, sports, computers, community service, homework help and field trips. Locations in Anaheim, Norwalk and Santa Ana.

Middle-school students are matched with a volunteer for one-on-one academic mentoring at supervised locations in Lakewood and Long Beach; year-round. Regular field trips are offered, plus career guidance for teens.

Ages served: pre-K through high school. Complete academic program intended for students with language learning differences (dyslexia, dysgraphia and other processing difficulties) to develop strategies.

The Prentice School offers a four-week Slingerland Summer School program. The Slingerland Approach to Language Arts is the focus with instruction in reading, handwriting, spelling and oral and written language.

Year-round preschools, for ages 18 months – 5 years, offer an accelerated academic program that includes science, math and language development. Potty training, hot lunches, pre-kindergarten and summer camp program are available.

Special events are offered monthly for families with children whose developmental abilities fall on the Autism Spectrum.

Pretend City Children’s Museum is an interconnected city designed just for children (infant-10). The city is comprised of a grocery store, farm, doctor’s office, art studio, amphitheater, beach, marina, construction site and many other exhibits.

Parents are invited to attend a monthly conversation led by local parent educators and a Pretend City Early Childhood Educator.

Celebrate where education and imagination come to play! Pretend City offers exciting and engaging parties for children (infant-10). With a variety of packages and customized offerings, your child’s party is sure to be memorable and unique.

An interconnected city designed just for children (infant-10), where they learn through role play based on real-world experiences as they dress up as a police officer, deliver the mail, create art, compose music or put out a fire.

Group and private English and Western riding instruction (6+) includes basic horsemanship, jumping and ring time. Leases are available. Small horse shows and play days are held throughout the year.

Special-need students of all ages can participate in a vaulting program (gymnastics on horseback); Mondays, 2-7 p.m. No experience necessary.

Small group instruction in riding and vaulting (gymnastics on horseback). Each camper has a horse to care for during the week. Horsemanship skills are taught by qualified instructors.

Coed, overnight program for ages 7-15, features daily Western riding lessons, animal and horse science classes, animal care time and vaulting lessons (gymnastics on horseback), intro to rodeo and much more.

City recreation departments and colleges that offer martial arts instrcution for kids.

City recreation departments and colleges that offer theater arts programs for kids.

City recreation departments that offer ice/roller skating classes and hockey classes and leagues. Click here for Anaheim, Lakewood and Long Beach classes.

City recreation departments that offer skateboarding and scootering classes. Click here for Lakewood and Long Beach class information.

A list of city recreation departments. Visit their website or give them a call about kid- or family-friendly classes and workshops in a variety of subjects, sports and hobbies.

City recreation department and college that offer football programs.

Many city recreation departments offer leagues and/or clinics. See “Recreation Departments” for contact information. Click here to see programs in Anaheim, Cypress, Lakewood, Long Beach and Irvine.

City recreation departments and colleges that offer junior golf programs.

City ecreation departments and colleges that offer teen events and centers that may feature video and board games, homework assistance and computer lab.

City recreation departments and colleges that offer tennis programs for all ages and levels. Click here for listings for Anaheim, Cerritos, Cypress, Lakewood, Long Beach and Irvine

City recreation departments and colleges that offer basketball programs often include seasonal leagues, pee wee and open play.

City recreation departments offer bowling instruction for kids (4+), some may include bumper bowling.

Recreation departments and colleges in the cities of Anaheim, Cerritos, Cypress, Huntington Beach, Santa Ana offer computer instruction that includes summer camps, Web Design, Video Game Development and more.

City recreation departments and colleges that offer languages instruction.

City recreation departments that offer soccer leagues and/or clinics including Mommy and Me and Pre_Soccer.

Recreation departments and colleges that offer baseball and softball. Most city recreation departments offer baseball and softball. See “Recreation Departments” for contact information.

City recreation departments and colleges that offer gymnastics and tumbling.

City recreation departments and colleges that offer fitness classes including Boot Camp in the Park, Youth Fitness and yoga.

City recreation departments and colleges that offer music classes for kids.

City recreation departments and colleges offering swim instruction and water polo.

The recreation departments and/or colleges in Anaheim, Cerritos, Cypress, Lakewood, Long Beach and Santa Ana offer a variety of dance classes. Click here for information.

The cities and/or colleges of Anaheim, Cerritos, Cypress, Fountain Valley, Fullerton, Huntington Beach, Lakewood, Long Beach, Irvine, Long Beach, Orange, Santa Ana and Westminster offer tutoring and academic classes.

CSULB, Lakewood Recreation and Community Services, Long Beach City College, Los Alamitos Recreation and UCI offer youth track programs. Click here for details.

City recreation departments and colleges that offer classes and camps in riding and horse care.

City recreation departments and colleges that offer science classes and camps for kids including Bridge and Windmill Building, Mad Scientist, Hooked on Sceince and Follow Me Robot.

City recreation departments and college offering art classes for kids.

Cypress College – Kinder Gym (1-5) and Joyful Parenting: Creative Art, Music and Movement (1½-5); six-week session in summer, ten-week sessions year-round. Also offered in Anaheim and Fullerton. (714) 808-4909. www.sce.edu

Recreation departments and/or colleges in Anaheim, Cerritos, Cypress, Lakewood and Santa Ana offer cooking classes that include tea parties, professional baking, yummy snacks and lots more. Click here to see a list.

Most recreation departments offer volunteer opportunities for families. See “Recreation Departments” for contact information. Click here to see volunteer opportunities for Lakewood and Anaheim.

During this two-week camp, kids will study jazz, ballet, tap, hip hop, conditioning, fitness, musical theater, character, basic modeling skills, and art skills that are used with production work.

Click here to see a list of retail stores that offer themed cooking classes and workshops for kids throughout the year. Camps are often available. Class schedules are available on their websites.

Locations that offer indoor rock climbing.

Rocket Fish Swim School at Belmont Plaza Pool in Long Beach. Rocket Fish is a high-quality swim experience focusing on stroke development for swimmers ages 5-12.

Long Beach and Orange County junior roller derby leagues.

The San Diego Zoo is home to more than 3,700 rare and endangered animals representing approximately 660 species and subspecies and a prominent botanical collection with more than 700,000 plants.

Like a safari, guests can see herds of African animals—rhino, giraffe, antelope and gazelle—roaming the hills of the San Pasqual Valley. Camp and sleepover programs offered. Open daily.

Private and group instruction (7+) for Western, English and Jumping. Beginners through advanced lessons can be arranged to fit your schedule. Lessons are available seven days a week on your horse or theirs.

Piano lessons for all ages is offered by instructor Sandra M. Barba. Sandra has over 35 years experience teaching piano in various methods.

“Home of the 50 Monkeys” with over 150 animals (some endangered). Children’s farm, train and carrousel available. Also offered in the summer only, Camel exhibit and rides. Open daily.

Competitive playing opportunities, instructional programs and vacation camps for youth SCPGA members (7-18) offered at various golf courses.

Support for children and families who have lost or are losing a loved one.

Hand sewing for ages 6 and up. Machine sewing for ages 9 and up (machines provided). Small, project-based group classes for beginning through intermediate sewers.

Weekly summer camps are held Monday – Friday. Morning or afternoon sessions. Hand sewing ages 6 and up, machine sewing for ages 9 and up. Machines are provided.

Provides free referrals to more than 700 self-help support groups serving all needs. Weekdays, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. Multilingual.

At Sharkey’s Cuts for Kids, they know that kids and parents want something different with their haircut experience. Sharkey’s of Tustin is a kid’s haircut experience like no other where haircuts are cool and fun rules!

You bring the cake, Sharkey’s does the rest! Glamour girl parties allow each guest to get all “glammed up.” Their parties are all-inclusive events which include up-do’s, mini-cures, make-up, dress-up, runway fashion show, pizza and more.

Silver Gan Israel Day Camp offers everything to provide your child a rich and wonderful Jewish summer experience. Sports such as swimming, soccer, baseball, basketball and field hockey teach teamwork and sportsmanship.

Training for boys and girls (10+) is available through the following community and city agencies. Most classes offer instruction in basic first aid, child behavior and hazard awareness; some may offer CPR and first aid.

Various locations that offer skateboarding and/or inline skating or scootering facilities, some offer BMX sessions. Most parks are open during daylight hours, free and unsupervised. Helmets, knee and elbow pads are required.

Skatedogs comes to your home with portable ramps and rails to create a custom skatepark for a one-of-a-kind birthday party. Guests can ride ramps and get skateboarding and scootering tips from an experienced instructor.

After-school and weekend classes in skateboarding and scootering, two of the world’s fastest growing sports. Kids (6-13) will make new friends, advance their skateboarding or scootering skills, and most importantly, have fun

Skating rinks that offer roller and/or ice hockey programs (3+), including classes, clinics, camps and leagues, plus public and specialty skating sessions. Pick-up play and party packages may be available.

The SCCC is dedicated to meeting the musical education and performance needs of children. Currently 340 singers are enrolled, ranging from 5-20 years of age.

Professional training program in Ballet, Pointe, Pas de Deux/Variations and Jazz for ages 2 to adult. Friendly, professional staff. Competitive tuition rates.

Beginners to Intermediate dancers participate in a fun-filled variety of dance camps for just one day, a week, or the full four weeks. Each day holds a dance theme in a dance style such as ballet, hip hop, hula, belly dancing and more.

Model rocketry classes (10+, younger with adult) cover multi-staging, boost-gliders, scale modeling, design and stability. Every student builds a model rocket. $12. Classes are held at Iacoboni Library in Lakewood.

Programs for junior players (10-18), including teams, clinics and tournaments, at various locations. Scholarships available. Visit their website to find youth tennis programs and leagues in your area.

Youth rugby for boys and girls (grades K-12) in Los Angeles and Orange counties.

Foreign language classes for children (2 – 12), teens and adults in Spanish, Mandarin, French, Arabic and others.

Foreign language tutoring and classes for children (2 -12) and adults in Spanish, Mandarin, French, Arabic and others. Also offers AP Test for high school students.

Splash! into their heated 25-yard pool. Special rates are available for schools and camps. For more information or to register for a class, call Splash!, or check out their website.

Designed for ages 3 and over with mental or physical disabilities, this class provides the opportunity to learn and improve swimming skills.

Splash! provides the best party packages for all ages. Packages include special discounted admission for your group; the birthday child is free! The Splash! Party Package includes two hours in a semi-private birthday picnic area, and party invitations.

An environmental science museum and exotic rescue facility. Hands-on ecology lessons and encounters with tropical birds, exotic reptiles, wildcats and ocean life in a tropical jungle setting.

Campers (6-11) will learn about life in Old California through games, crafts, chores, stories and hands-on activities like churning butter, dipping candles, punching tin, tooling leather, washing clothes and stomping adobe.

Students in grades K-5 have the opportunity to choose from a variety of project-based academic enrichment courses to fill the mornings followed by afternoons comprised of sports, games, performing arts, and more.

Local businesses offer surfboards, bodyboards, SUPs and wetsuit rentals year-round.

Sponsors competitions and events for amateur surfers of all ages. The website features a list of recommended surf schools.

Organizations offer volunteer programs for teens.

Tour the cosmos and learn about the space program. $5-6, by reservation only, for individuals or groups.

Classes and workshops in painting, drawing and polymer clay. Special events, scout programs and parties also offered.

The Bubble Rollers allow you to run, walk, play, roll or just float on water without getting wet. The Bubble Rollers are now available for your children’s parties, corporate events, carnivals, fundraisers or any special occasion.

The Center offers support programs for gay fathers and lesbian mothers as well as a support group for LGBTQ teens (13-18).

The Hebrew Academy is a national Blue Ribbon, WASC accredited, private day school serving Long Beach and Orange County. Students from early childhood through high school are provided an enriched, challenging curriculum.

The Little Gym’s professionaly developed, non-competetive curriculum has been designed to build motor skills while having fun, and simultaneously fostering enhanced emotional, intellectual and social skills.

he specially developed camp curriculum combines physical fitness and play with arts, crafts and special events. Themes include: cheerleading, pets, dinosaurs, space, heroes and more.

Attend a parent and me class with your little one, or set up a play date for your play group. See “Gymnastics” for complete listings.

Kids love to have their parties at The Little Gym. Every party has the entire gym to themselves, and includes plenty of music, movement, games and fun. A party at The Little Gym is a no-stress birthday party for parents.

Meet last Thursday of each month to network, support each other, share business and marketing tips, and learn from experts to grow their businesses and balance a business, children, the husband/partner and the household.

The Pegasus School, where bright minds soar, is an independent school for grades Pre-K-8. Pegasus is dedicated to academic excellence and to the development of lifelong learners who are confident, caring and courageous.

Guests of all ages enjoy skating at The Rinks Anaheim ICE and The Rinks Westminster ICE. With several daily public skating sessions, skate rentals and full service snack bars, they offer the coolest fun for you and your friends!

Put your party plans on ice at The Rinks Anaheim ICE and The Rinks Westminster ICE! They offer packages with cake, refreshments, balloons and party decorations in their private party rooms.

Now offering a class for middle school students! The Singing Workshop welcomes students (grades 1-8) to group singing lessons in a fun and supportive environment.

Your child will receive intense one-to-one instruction in reading, math or writing to rapidly increase academic skills while also improving concentration, focus and attention span.

Southern California parks that offer rides, tours, entertainment, season passes and party packages for all ages. Picnic areas, lockers and stroller rentals may be available.

They offer affordable and unique entertainment for any event or age group. Your little ones can hop, jump, bounce, climb or slide in their wonderful, clean, state-of-the-art inflatable units.

The 23rd annual THBC prides itself on being the area’s best fundamental baseball camp. Camps offered during Summer, Easter and Christmas break focus on individual instruction and improvement.

The 23rd annual THBC prides itself on being the area’s best fundamental baseball camp. Camps, offered during Easter, Summer and Christmas vacations, focus on individual instruction and improvement.

Families stroll the weekend craft fair, take in a train or carousel ride and listing to music. Kids drive a kid-sized tractor, operate a construction scoop, ride a pony, visit the petting zoo and see a magic show.

Many city recreation departments offer parent/child classes for infants, toddlers and preschoolers that may include music, movement and play. See “Recreation Departments” for contact information.

Each week has been carefully planned for your grade school child (grades K-6). Daily activities include Red Cross-certified swim lessons, horses and ponies, archery, sports, crafts, themed camp days and weekly field trips.

The following locations offer exhibits of working, model and replica locomotives and cabooses, and/or rides and party packages.

The association offers information on how to get started, rules of the game, basic strategies and equipment needed. Email: usbikepolo@aol.com.

The national governing body for archery coordinates the Junior Olympic Archery Development (JOAD) program, which gives youth (8-18) the opportunity to compete in regional and national competitions.

UC Irvine Jr. Anteater All-Star Sports Camps: Boys and girls (7-13) focus on the fundamentals of various sports, with an emphasis on sportsmanship: basketball, soccer, softball, swimming, tennis and more.

Regional organization sponsors youth fishing programs and fishing events for all ages.

The organization provides sanctioned league and tournament opportunities, performance recognition, scholarships and instruction for young bowlers.

USYVL provides an eight-week instructional youth volleyball league for boys and girls, ages 7-15. This is a great opportunity for children to learn and play volleyball in a fun and positive environment.

Three-day events held quarterly which feature tons of baby, children and maternity clothes, room decor, toys, furnishings, shoes, books, outdoor equipment and more.

Three-day events held quarterly which feature tons of baby and children’s toys, books and more. They join with local families that would like to sell their children’s high-quality items at unbelievable discounts.

The governing body for the sport of badminton. Visit the website for local club contact information.

The website features basic facts about fencing, resources for local clubs and membership opportunities.

Official organization of USA Field Hockey. Find local teams and local leagues.

USATT-affiliated table tennis clubs offer training, tournaments and camps. Visit the website for local club contact information.

The national organization provide referrals to local youth track and cross-country clubs and competitions.

Vans Skatepark in Orange offers multiple summer skatecamp sessions yearly. Instruction is offered for beginner to advanced street skateboarders ages 6-16.

Vans Skatepark in Orange offers multiple summer skatecamp sessions yearly. Instruction is offered for beginner to advanced street skateboarders ages 6-16. Space is limited and preregistration is required.

Large indoor/outdoor street courses, 80-foot-wide mini-ramp, and beginners course. BMX sessions: Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday, 6-10 p.m.

The Vans Skatepark is a great place to have a birthday party. The skatepark has a few different party packages to choose from. Some even include private lessons.

Veritas Learning offers one-on-one tutoring with knowledgeable instructors and certified teachers from elementary school to high school, along with college prep in many subjects, including study habits and motivation.

The Summer Writing Program is offered Monday – Thursdays, two-week sessions, call for details. Mention “Kidsguide” for $10 off registration.

In order to meet the high demand for after-market, high-end kick scooter, and parts and accessories, owner Jesse Reynoso with his son Clayton have opened up VERT Scooter Shop.

Virtuoso Music offers an unrivaled full-service music education experience. They provide in-home music lessons, performance opportunities, and community services in all major instruments and voice.

California Beach Volleyball Association and So. California Volleyball Association offer teams for boys and girls. Click here for contact information to find a program near you.

These websites offer a search to find volunteer opportunities for kids and families: www.serve.gov and www.volunteermatch.org

Wading and spray pools (3-8) are open during the summer months

Offers one- and two-hour Western trail riding, party packages, and year-round camps. There are many sights to see along the Palos Verdes Peninsula with their guided horseback rides, including hillside views, meadows of wildflowers and wildlife.

Campers will enjoy guided horseback rides, plus get plenty of real riding experience . Riders will learn to tack the horse, hoof care and the proper way to bridle the horse. Recommended for ages 8 and up.

Offers one- and two-hour Western trail riding as part of their party packages, as well as visit with baby bunnies. Guests will enjoy the many sights to see along the Palos Verdes Peninsula with their guided horseback rides.

Southern California water parks that offer water rides for all ages. Party packages, tube and board rentals, picnic areas and lockers may be available.

Locations that offer hourly rentals year-round (weather permitting). Most vendors are open daily during school vacations and weekends during the school year; reservations are required in the off-season.

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English-style horseback riding lessons are offered at the beautiful Huntington Beach Equestrian Center. Tracy Baer, professional horse trainer and instructor, provides quality lessons for children, of all ages—adults too!

Camp includes basic grooming and care of horses, as well as 1-2 hours of riding instruction per day. The final day of camp includes a mini-horse show with prizes for all.

Programs include child-care, fitness, teen clubs, day and resident camps, youth sports, aquatics and gymnastics. Parent/child programs are also offered to promote companionship between parents and their children.

This year’s focus is on physical sciences, with topics that include Cool Chemistry, Science of Toys and Games, Catch a Wave, and Build It – Test It!. This year also offers an all-girls high school physics program.

Two exciting weeks of science investigations. Students (entering grades 2-8) will do experiments and lab projects in college science laboratories.

Museums that offer family-friendly exhibits and events.