PARENTING CENTER CLASSES
For newborns through 4 years old, with caregivers
The Parenting Center provides families with the support, guidance, and enrichment needed to raise young children in the city. Classes are designed to meet the developmental and social needs of infants and toddlers (newborns through age 4) and to provide meaningful and fun bonding experiences for parents and other caregivers. LGBTQ and straight, couples and single parents, Jewish and non-Jewish — are families all warmly welcomed.
By registering for our classes, you agree to our policies regarding refunds, make-ups, safety, illness, and more. Read them here.
Please note that unless specifically designated as a “drop-off class,” all classes require that children be accompanied by a caregiver at all time
Summer 2019 Session
Our Summer 2019 session runs from June through early August. All classes will meet at the Foundry Church at 16th and P. Check out the schedule and open classes here.
We are excited to return to our renovated building, and to a full slate of classes, in September 2019.
We still have space in the following Summer classes (see this page for details):
Tunes 4 Tots at 11:00 on Wednesdays (ages 6 months through 4 years)
Makin’ Music with Ms. Michelle at 11:00 or 11:50 on Thursdays (age 6-22 months)
Prorated prices are available for classes that have already begun; email Miriam for details.
The Fall 2019 Session is Coming, Back in Our Building!!
Our Fall 2019 session will run from September through December, and we will be back in our beautifully renovated building! Registration will open by the end of July. If you’d like to receive an email when registration opens, please email Miriam to be added to the mailing list. Please be aware that signing up for this mailing list means that you will receive periodic emails from the EDCJCC. If you unsubscribe from the general mailing, you will not receive the email about registration. If you’ve taken a Parenting Center class or workshop before, or have received the notification email in the past, you are already automatically already on the mailing list.
This is a preliminary list of classes that will be offered in the Fall 2019 session. We will be adding several more classes in the coming weeks, so check back here often for updates. We are very excited to return to our renovated building, and to a full slate of classes, in September 2019!
FALL 2019 Classes on Sundays
Sundays, 8:50 to 9:20am OR 9:30-10:00am OR 10:05-10:35am OR 11:15-11:45AM
EARLY FALL SESSION: 6 Sundays, Sept. 8—Oct. 13
Make-up date if needed by the teacher: October 20
LATER FALL SESSION: 6 Sundays, Oct. 27—Dec. 8
Make-up date if needed by the teacher: December 15
Price Per Session: $146; Discounted Member Rate $110
Teacher: Kyanna Andrews, Power Tots Instructor
The Power Tots program combines the “Power of a Positive Attitude!” with the world of gymnastics, taught in a positive, fun, and safe environment. For more information check us out at www.powertotsinc.com.
Registration will open by the end of July
Sundays, 10:40-11:10am
EARLY FALL SESSION: 6 Sundays, Sept. 8—Oct. 13
Make-up date if needed by the teacher: October 20
LATER FALL SESSION: 6 Sundays, Oct. 27—Dec. 8
Make-up date if needed by the teacher: December 15
Price Per Session: $146; Discounted Member Rate $110
Teacher: Kyanna Andrews, Power Tots Instructor
This fun-filled class is open to children ages 2 through early 3’s who have participated in at least one prior session of Power Tots at the Edlavitch DCJCC. The class will offer more advanced and independent skills, based on the child’s comfort level. For more information visit www.powertotsinc.com.
Registration will open by the end of July
Sundays, 11:50am-12:20pm
EARLY FALL SESSION: 6 Sundays, Sept. 8—Oct. 13
Make-up date if needed by the teacher: October 20
LATER FALL SESSION: 6 Sundays, Oct. 27—Dec. 8
Make-up date if needed by the teacher: December 15
Price Per Session: $146; Discounted Member Rate $110
Teacher: Kyanna Andrews, Power Tots Instructor
This drop-off class is designed to introduce older children (ages 3-4 years old) to the world of gymnastics in a positive, safe, and fun environment. For more information visit www.powertotsinc.com. No prior Power Tots experience necessary!
NOTE: This is a drop-off class. Parents and caregivers will remain outside the room where the class takes place.
Registration will open by the end of July
Sundays, 10:25am-11:05am OR 11:15am-11:55am
6 Sundays, Oct. 6—Nov. 10
Make-up date if needed by the teacher: November 17
Price Per Session: $146; Discounted Member Rate $110
Teacher: Iana Clifford
The Baby Signs Program teaches babies to use simple, easy-to-do gestures for communicating with their parents and caregivers, long before they have mastered verbal speaking skills. The Sign, Say and Play classes are a series of six theme-based classes designed for parents and babies to attend together. A total of 37 useful signs are taught through fun songs, books, and activities. In addition, parents learn simple ways to support their baby’s intellectual development-tips drawn from Drs. Acredolo and Goodwyn’s parenting book, Baby Minds: Brain Building Games Your Baby Will Love.
Registration will open by the end of July
FALL 2019 Classes on Mondays
Mondays, 9:15-10:45am OR 11:00am-12:30pm
10 Mondays, Sept. 9—Dec. 9 (no class Sept. 30, Oct. 14. Oct. 21, Nov. 11)
Make-up date if needed by the teacher: December 16
Session Price: $282; Discounted Member Rate $222
Teacher: Lindsay Ferrer
This program for toddlers and their grownups includes circle time, music, gross motor play, snack, art projects, and free choice play, just like a typical preschool day. Children have fun while developing their social, emotional, and cognitive skills.
Registration will open by the end of July
SUMMER 2019 Classes on Tuesdays
Tuesdays, 9:45-10:25am
11 Tuesdays. Sept. 10—Dec. 10 (no class Oct. 1, Oct. 15, Oct. 22)
Make-up date if needed by the teacher: December 17
Session Price: $264; EDCJCC Member Rate $130
Teacher: Ari Jacobson
Come gather ‘round the guitar for a fun, playful, and interactive musical adventure with children’s entertainer Ari Jacobson. Children are ready to respond to rhythm and melody from day one, and your little ones will have so much fun clapping, wriggling, jumping and giggling that they might not even notice the language, motor, and social skills they are developing! Through classic music from Baa Baa Black Sheep to the Beatles, infants and toddlers (not to mention their grownups) will learn and grow together as cognitive enrichment meets plain old musical good times.
Registration will open by the end of July
Tuesdays, 10:35-11:20 or 11:30-12:10
11 Tuesdays. Sept. 10—Dec. 10 (no class Oct. 1, Oct. 15, Oct. 22)
Make-up date if needed by the teacher: December 17
Session Price: $264; EDCJCC Member Rate $130
Teacher: Ari Jacobson
Come gather ‘round the guitar for a fun, playful, and interactive musical adventure with children’s entertainer Ari Jacobson. Children are ready to respond to rhythm and melody from day one, and your little ones will have so much fun clapping, wriggling, jumping and giggling that they might not even notice the language, motor, and social skills they are developing! Through classic music from Baa Baa Black Sheep to the Beatles, infants and toddlers (not to mention their grownups) will learn and grow together as cognitive enrichment meets plain old musical good times.
Registration will open by the end of July
Tuesdays, 12:20-1:00PM
10 Tuesdays. Sept. 10—Dec. 3 (no class Oct. 1, Oct. 15, Oct. 22)
Make-up date if needed by the teacher: December 10
Session Price: $242; EDCJCC Member Rate $182
Teacher: Miriam Szubin
Bond with your baby through music in this class for infants and their grownups. We will use age-appropriate songs, movements, games, and instruments to encourage development and attachment and to share ideas about how to stimulate your baby at home.
Registration will open by the end of July
FALL 2019 Classes on Wednesdays
More Information Coming Soon!
Wednesdays, 1:45-2:25pm OR 2:35-3:15pm
EARLY FALL SESSION: 6 Wednesdays, Sept. 11—Oct. 23 (no class Oct. 9)
Make-up date if needed by the teacher: October 30
Early Fall Session Price: $146; EDCJCC Member Rate $110
LATE FALL SESSION: 5 Wednesdays, Nov. 6—Dec. 11 (no class Nov. 27)
Make-up date if needed by the teacher: December 18
Later Fall Session Price: $122; EDCJCC Member Rate $92
Teacher: Magdalena
Spanish Dance & Play – ¡Olé! brought to you by Flamenco 4 Kids™, provides endless opportunities for fun and character development. Whether standing tall and proud like royalty, stomping their feet in unison like horses, twirling in circles, or opening and rotating their hands like a blossoming flower, children and their caregivers learn the art of flamenco through imaginative play. Rhythm and dance are cleverly intertwined as children move their bodies from head to toe, Spanish style!
Se habla español, but no knowledge of Spanish is required
Registration will open by the end of July
FALL 2019 Classes on Thursdays
Thursdays, 9:45-10:25am OR 10:35-11:20am
FALL SESSION: 11 Thursdays, Sept. 26—Dec. 12 (no class Nov. 28)
Make-up date if needed by the teacher: December 19
Session Price: $262; EDCJCC Member Rate $200
Teacher: Michelle Hessel
Ms. Michelle’s energetic and engaging classes combine music, movement, and creative play, which are all building blocks for self-confidence in physical and social development. Using a variety of different rhythm instruments and props as well as a broad repertoire of music, this class teaches age-appropriate musical concepts and basic gross motor skills through a dynamic, creative and interactive program.
Registration will open by the end of July
Thursdays, 11:30am-12:10pm
FALL SESSION: 11 Thursdays, Sept. 26—Dec. 12 (no class Nov. 28)
Make-up date if needed by the teacher: December 19
Session Price: $262; EDCJCC Member Rate $200
Teacher: Michelle Hessel
Ms. Michelle’s energetic and engaging classes combine music, movement, and creative play, which are all building blocks for self-confidence in physical and social development. Using a variety of different rhythm instruments and props as well as a broad repertoire of music, this class teaches age-appropriate musical concepts and basic gross motor skills through a dynamic, creative and interactive program.
Registration will open by the end of July
More information coming soon!
FALL 2019 Classes on Fridays
Fridays, 9:15-10:45am OR 11:00am-12:30pm
FALL SESSION: 11 Fridays, Sept. 13—Dec. 6 (no class Oct. 18, Nov 29)
Make-up date if needed by the teacher: December 13
Session Price: $282; Discounted Member Rate $222
Teacher: Nina Gregg
This program for toddlers and their grownups includes circle time, music, gross motor play, snack, art projects, and free choice play, just like a typical preschool day. Because it’s on Friday, we will also celebrate Shabbat through songs and snack. Children have fun while developing their social, emotional, and cognitive skills.
Registration will open by the end of July
Check Enrollment and Financial Transactions
1. Log into your CampMinder Account
2. Choose “Financial Management.”
3. Be sure that the drop-down menu is set to the calendar year in which you took the classes (e.g. “2017” for November 2017 classes or “2018” for January 2018 classes)
4. Click View Statement.
This will open up a PDF that lists all enrolled classes and all financial transactions for that calendar year. You can adjust the year to see transactions from previous years.
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The Edlavitch DCJCC embraces inclusion in all its programs and activities. We welcome and encourage the participation of all people, regardless of their background, sexual orientation, abilities, or religion, including interfaith couples and families.