ANIMAL PROGRAMS

Cottonwood Creek Ranch
8025 S. Sooner Rd
Guthrie, OK   73044
Phone: 204-7625
Contact: Mandy Highsaw
Email: mhighsaw@gmail.com
Home Page: www.cottonwoodcreekmorgans.com
Description: Western & English riding.  Indoor & outdoor arena.  Riding lessons available year round.  Afternoons & evenings available.  Save with private & group lesson packages.  Birthday parties, school groups & family get together.    Horse Camps: Several camps during summer vacation, swimming pool, arts and crafts, riding lessons, games and fun with horses!

ART (INCLUDES THE ARTS)

Fine Arts Institute
27 E. Edwards
Edmond, OK 73083
Phone: 340-4481
Fax: 340-3272
Contact: Mitzi Hancuff, Exec. Director
Email: mitzi@edmondfinearts.com
Home Page: www.edmondfinearts.com
Description: The Fine Arts Institute is Edmond’s non-profit community arts organization offering educational enrichment for adults and children in the visual and performing arts. We offer: Drawing, painting, clay, jewelry, theatre, cartooning, scratchboard, classes for preschoolers, classes for home schooled children, printmaking, Saturday classes or children, writing.

BIRTHDAY PARTIES

Juggle Whatever
Oklahoma City, OK
Phone:  464-1060
Email:  info@jugglewhatever.com
Home page:  www.jugglewhatever.com
Description:  Hire a juggling instructor for your event!  Birthday parties, Church groups, youth events. I teach them all!!  Self esteem through action.  Juggle Whatever!  Monica will come and teach you to juggle whatever!  Her workshops are designed around children's ages and abilities.  It's fun, physical and creative.  They may learn to swing scarves, ribbons or 3 ball juggling.  Adults seem to always make themselves available to learn, too! Sometimes they don't even invite the children.  Perfect for kids 5 years and up.  Husbands and dads will love to be surprised with learning how to juggle.  We not only teach juggling we teach self-esteem through action!

Papa’s Party Train
Edmond, OK
Phone:  348-2264 or 623-7608
Contact: Gene and Nancy Stanford
Email: papapartytrain@gmail.com
Home Page: www.papaspartytrain.com
Description:   Invite Papa and his train to your next birthday party, neighborhood event or any get together.  This miniature version of a real train will chug kids and adults around an outdoor location of your choice for an hour or more.  Comes complete with Papa the Engineer, party music, a little green engine with five train cars and much more.

CHILD CARE

Childcare Providers of Edmond
Edmond, OK
Phone:  330-HOME
Home Page:  www.childcareofedmond.com
Email:  hunterofok@cox.net
Description:  We are a group of 35 home-based child care providers.   DHS Licensed.  First aid and  CPR certified.

Lighthouse Sports, Fitness & Health Parents Night Out
3333 W. Hefner Road
Oklahoma City, OK
Phone: (405) 751-3344
Home Page: www.okclighthouse.com
Description: Parent's Night Out - 3rd Saturday of each month. Pamper yourself without the kids. 6-11 pm. Ages 6 weeks to 12 years. Call to reserve.  Swimming, moon walk, snacks/popcorn. 

Love My Sitter, LLC  
PO Box 7162
Edmond, OK 73083-7162
Contact: Kim Denny
Phone: (405) 751-1910
Email: lovemysitter@sbcglobal.net
Website: www.lovemysitter.com
Description: Let us provide you quality and individualized care within your child's own environment. Our sitters come to you.  Childcare; Nanny Service; fill-in sitters.

One Step at a Time Child Care Inc.
1724 Renaissance Blvd.
Edmond, OK   73013
Contact:  Megan Bagby
Phone:  330-3077
Home Page:  www.onestepedmond.com
Email:  one_step@sbcglobal.net
Description:  Christian-based Full Curriculum, family owned and operated, school age through infants.  TV monitored rooms.  Covered playground.  Computer lab. Private pay facility.  Fingerprint security.

CHILDREN'S DAY OUT and MOTHER'S DAY OUT PROGRAMS
 
New Covenant Methodist Church/Children's Day Out Program
2700 South Boulevard
Edmond OK 73013
Contact: Debi Gorman dgorman@ncovenant.org
Phone: (405) 562-3225
Email: CDO@ncovenant.org
Home Page: www.ncovenant.org
Description:  Children's Day Out/Preschool/Educational Program.  August-May.  Celebrating 27 years of Faith, friends and fun!  Pre-K program and full or ½ day Kindergarten Program. 

Santa Fe Day School
1603 N. Santa Fe Avenue
Edmond, OK 73003
Phone: 844-1033
Contact: Erin Collier, Director
Email: director@santefedayschool.org
Home page:  www.santafedayschool.org
Description: Children's Day Out, Learning Center and Preschool for 12 months through kindergarten.

Southern Hills Child Development Center
3207 S. Boulevard
Edmond, OK 73013
Phone: 341-0100
Contact: Carolyn Lamiell
Email: cdcoffice@southernhillschristian.org
Home page: www.shcdc.net
Description: Come play with us in our developmentally appropriate center.  Enrolling ages 6 mos-5 yrs.  School term and 8 week summer program available.  Hours: 9:30-2:30, Monday-Friday with and extended day until 3:15

St. Mark's Lutheran Church Preschool & MDO
1501 N. Bryant
Edmond, OK
Contact:  Sheila Rudat
Phone:  340-0192
Home Page:  www.stmarkedmond.org
Email:  stmarkmdo@sbcglobal.net
Description:  Preschool/MDO

Stepping Stone MDO
457 W. Waterloo
Edmond, OK   73025
Phone: 341-2751
Contact: Annette Cain
Email: steppingstonesmdo@yahoo.com
Home page: www.waterloonaz.tv
 Description: Mother’s Day Out.  Ages 1-5 years.    Hours: Tuesday and Thursday. 9:30-2:30.  One, two or three two day availability, discounted rate for multiple children, continuous open enrollment, developmentally appropriate center-based curriculum, Christian based, loving safe and fun environment, music time, hands on exploration and discovery, Preschool curriculum. Gymboree classes, music and chapel.  Low teacher/student ratios.

CHILD SAFETY PRODUCTS

Oklahoma Childproofers, LLC
Oklahoma City, OK
Contact:  Sandi Tagtmeyer
Phone:  625-6670
Home Page:  www.oklahomachildproofers.com
Email:  info@oklahomachildproofers.com
Description:  In-home safety evaluations, child safety products and professional installation.

CLOTHING

Uptown Kids
5840 N. Classen Blvd., Ste. 3
Oklahoma City, OK   73118
Contact:  Carolyn Goldman
Phone:  418-8881
Home Page:  www.uptownkidsstyle.com
Email:  cgoldman@uptownkidsstyle.com
Description:  Clothing store featuring concerts, story time and special events.

COUNSELORS

Scott, Andrew W., M.Ed, LPC, LADC
1616 E. 19th, Ste. 305
Edmond, OK  
Contact: Tara Scott
Phone: 285-8226
Email: andy@andrewscottlpc.com
Home page: www.andrewscottlpc.com
Description: Providing care with compassion, reassurance and understanding.  Licensed professional counselor. Caring for children, adolescents, adults, families and couples.

Tobin & Benjamin Counseling Services
3855 South Boulevard, Suite 100
Edmond, OK 73013
Phone: 340-4321
Contact: Paul Tobin or Ann Benjamin
Email: intouch101@aol.com
Home Page: www.ccoffices.com
Description: Counseling services. Family, marriage, individual counseling. Educational & Business Consultants. Assessment Groups. Seminars.

DANCE

Dance Phase
3900 S. Broadway, Bldg. 3
Edmond, OK   73013
Phone: 341-7220
Contact: Lisa Motsenbocker
Email: dancephase@gmail.com
Home Page: www.dancephasestudio.com
Description:   Dance instruction for students of all ages.

Dance Unlimited
514 S. Bryant Ave
Edmond, OK   73034
Contact: Amy
Phone: 844-9996
Email: amyrr@cox.net
Home page www.danceunlimitedpac.com
Description: Learn to dance, sing and act!  Dance Unlimited/Spotlight Acting Academy

EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS/CONSULTANTS

Bilingual Schoolhouse
3151 NW 50 at Mayfair Heights Methodist Church
Oklahoma City, OK 
Phone:  315-7418
Contact:  Kathy Scott
Email:  kscott@bilingualschoolhouse.com
Home page:  www.bilingualschoolhouse.com
Description:  Children have fun while they play games through songs, games, art!  Fluent bilingual teachers.  Proven curriculum.  Foreign language classes in Spanish, French, Mandarin Chinese, American Sign Language.  Full immersion Spanish Preschool w/art, science, music.  Social and motor development,.  Ages 2-5.  Optimal; window for language development.  Caring, experienced degreed teachers bilingual in Spanish and English.  Kindergarten prep class for ages 3-5.

College Nannies & Tutors
1333 N. Santa Fe, Ste 116
Edmond, OK  
Contact: Karin Dallas
Phone: 513-6060
Email: kdallas@collegenannies.com
Home page: www.collegetutors.com/edmondok
Description:  One-on-one tutoring and college prep.  Customized nanny services.

Kumon Math and Reading Center
245 S. Santa Fe Ave.
Edmond, OK   73003
Phone: 216-9800
Kumon of Edmond-North
775 W. Covell Rd., Ste 150
Edmond, OK 73003
Phone: 715-1111
Contact: RussAnn Anderson
Home page: www.kumon.com
Email: russann_anderson@yahoo.com
Description: Kumon Math and Reading programs help students, starting as young as age 3, develop and improve both math and reading skills, strengthen study habits, increase self confidence and reach their full potential.

Hurst Reading Center
14020 N. Western
Edmond, OK
Contact:  Jodi or Melanie
Phone:  752-5522Home Page:  www.hurstreading.com
Email:  customerservice@hurstreading.com
Description:  Hurst, a premier learning center that is all about reading, offers parents a reading preschool, personalized tutoring for older children and a complete at-home parent/child reading program that is fast, fun and effective.

ENTERTAINMENT 

Lighthouse Sports, Fitness & Health Pool Parties
3333 W. Hefner Road
Oklahoma City, OK
Phone: (405) 751-3344
Home Page: www.okclighthouse.com
Description: Birthday parties, school celebrations, team parties, family functions.

Juggle Whatever
Phone:  464-1060
Email:  info@jugglewhatever.com
Home page:  www.jugglewhatever.com
Description:  Hire a juggling instructor for your event!  Birthday parties, Church groups, youth events. I teach them all!!  Self esteem through action.  Workshops for libraries:  Come and learn to juggle with Juggle Whatever!  Monica, owner & juggling coach, will teach you the basic 3-ball pattern called “Cascade”.  She also includes plate spinning and scarf juggling.  Kids can build “Self Esteem through Action”.  Get in on the newest/oldest worldwide sport.  It is both a physical sport and a mental challenge.  A life long challenge begins now that the entire family can enjoy.  Walk Around:  Look for Monica Buck at your event just like Waldo.  If you don't see her, no worries, she will find you!  You never did anything so easy as juggle with Juggle Whatever.  So look for the Green Apron and come juggle with Monica.

Paint ‘N Station
7906 N. May
Oklahoma City, OK 73120
Contact: Misty Gilbert
Phone: 842-7770
Fax: 373-1445
Email:  paintnstation@aol.com        
Home page:  www.paintnstation.com
Description: Paint your own pottery studio. Birthday parties, paint-it/take -it projects, field trips, teen parties, princess parties, wedding parties.  Call for seasonal specials.  See our ad on page 13 for coupon information.

Sharyn's Paint 'N Crafts Studio
16317 N. Santa Fe, Ste. G
Edmond, OK
Contact:  Sharon Jump
Phone:  359-1889
Home Page:  www.sharynspaintstudio.com
Email:  sharyncraft22@yahoo.com
Description:  Painting studio and art supply

Unpluggits Play Studio
575 Enterprise Dr, Ste 110
Edmond, OK   73013
Phone: 340-7584
Contact: Katrina Uhls
Home Page: www.unpluggits.com
Description: Your walk-in arts and crafts studio with an indoor playground.  Leather crafts, ceramics, birthday parties, paint’n take, free wi-fi, parents night out and more!

FITNESS 

Lighthouse Sports, Fitness and Health
3333 W. Hefner
Oklahoma City OK 73120
Phone: (405) 751-3344
Home page: www.okclighthouse.com
Description: constructive supervised programs year round in 2 indoor pools and 4 court gymnasium for children and parents alike.  See our ad on page 15 for a valuable coupon offer!

GUITAR PROGRAMS

Guitar for Cool Kids 
201 E. Campbell, Ste.102
Edmond, OK 73034
Contact: Doug Smitherman
Phone: 340-8294
Email: Doug@guitarforcoolkids.com
Home Page: www.guitarforcoolkids.com
Description:   Ages 6-adults.   Play guitar and develop rhythm skills. Scientific research has proven active music making stimulates every area of the brain and impacts intellectual development in children. Studies suggest actively playing music helps children focus on the structure of sounds, an important aspect of language development (Source: National Association of Music Educators).   Limited class space.  FREE guitar---Ask for details!!

GYMNASTICS

Metro Gymnastics
7420 N. Broadway Suite F
Oklahoma City, OK 73116
Contact: Carol Lee or Sarah Brawley
Phone: (405) 848-5308
Email: metrogymokc@sbcglobal.net
Home Page: www.metrogymnasticsokc.com
Description: Family owned and operated for 31 years. Metro Gymnastics offers the most innovative and exciting gymnastics program in Oklahoma.  Parent Tot classes, preschool gymnastics, developmental gymnastics classes for school age/homeschool children, tumbling classes, competitive team, birthday parties, private lessons, play group outings, summer camps.

KITCHEN PRODUCTS

The Pampered Chef
Edmond, OK
Phone: 341-2569
Fax: 341-7539
Contact: Joan Bischoff, independent consultant
Home Page: www.pamperedchef.biz/joanbishoff
Email: bischofffive@aol.com
Description: Quality kitchen products, purchase direct, host show - earn benefits, business opportunity. 

MARTIAL ARTS

Poos Taekwondo
745 Enterprise Dr., Ste. 100
Edmond, OK 73013
Phone: 340-5212
Home Page: www.poostkd.us
Email: jpoos88@cox.net
Description: Olympic Sport, self defense, fitness, martial arts.  See our valuable coupon on page 33! 

MUSEUMS

Jasmine Moran Children's Museum
1714 West Wrangler Blvd.
Seminole, OK   74818
Phone: (405) 382-0950
Contact: Marci Donaho, Director
Email: mdonaho@jasminemoran.com
Home Page: www.jasminemoran.com
Description: A special hands-on place where kids of all ages can explore their world and imagination.

Museum of Osteology
10301 S. Sunnylane
Oklahoma City, OK
Contact:  Josh Villemarette
Phone:  814-0006
Home Page:  www.museumofosteology.org
Email:  info@museumofosteology.org
Description:  The Museum of Osteology is a unique educational experience.  Focusing on the form and function of the skeletal system, this 7000 sq. ft. museum displays hundreds of skulls and skeletons from all corners of the world.  Over 300 skeletons on display!

National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum
1700 NE 63rd
Okla. City, OK 73111
Phone: 478-2250
Contact: Leslie Baker
Email: lbaker@nationalcowboymuseum.org
Home Page: www.nationalcowboymuseum.org
Description: Museum exploring the American west through art and material objects. Special children's programming available during the year.

Oklahoma Science Museum
2100 NE 52nd St
Oklahoma City, OK   73111
Phone: 602-6664
Home page: www.sciencemuseum.org
Description: Oklahoma’s only science museum.  Open 7 days a week.

Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History, University of Oklahoma
2401 Chautauqua Ave.
Norman OK 73072-7029
Phone: 325-4712
Email: snomnh@ou.edu
Home Page: www.snomnh.ou.edu
Description: A large family-friendly museum that features the world’s largest Apatosaurus skeleton and other dinosaurs, realistic walk-through dioramas, and Oklahoma archeology. Hands-on discovery room, gift shop and café.  Birthday parties and summer educational programs available.  A family of four can visit for under $20.  Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. on Sunday. 

MUSIC PROGRAMS

Oklahoma City Philharmonic
Phone:  405-TICKETS (842-5387)
Home Page:  www.okcphilharmonic.org
Description:  Sundays at 2pm.  Performances at the Civic Center Music Hall. 

PERFORMING ARTS

Oklahoma Children’s Theatre
2501 N. Blackwelder
Oklahoma City, OK   73106
Contact: Lyn Adams
Phone: 606-7043
Home Page: www.oklahomachildrenstheatre.org
Email: lyn@oklahomachildrenstheatre.org
Description: Theatre for young audience, camps, classes and workshops.  3-17 years!

Upstage Theatre & Performing Arts Studio
Classes held at 844 W. Danforth, next to Star Steps
Edmond, OK 
Contact: Jenny or Brett Rottmayer
Phone: 210-5031
Email: upstagetheatre@hotmail.com
Home Page: www.upstagetheatreok.com
 Description: Providing fun and quality education in the performing arts for children, teens, & adults!

PHOTOGRAPHY

A Cherry on Top Photography
Edmond, OK
Contact:  Lacey McKay
Home Page:  www.acherryontopphotography.com
Email:  acotphoto@gmail.com
Description:  Maternity, newborn, children's photographer for Edmond, Guthrie and Oklahoma City.

Taylor Made Photography
1130 SW 15th
Edmond OK 73013
Phone: 341-5088
Home Page: www.taylormadephotography.com
 Description: Full service photography studio.  See our ad on page 38 for a special photography session promotion 

PRESCHOOLS

Aerobikidz Preschool and Kindergarten
at the Lighthouse
3333 W. Hefner Rd.
Oklahoma City, OK
Phone:  843-KIDZ (5439)
Contact:  Robin Kite
Email:  aerobikidz@att.net
Home page:  www.aerobikidz.com
Description:  Children's preschool and camp.   Now enrolling.  Ages 3-5 yrs.  A back to basics curriculum with activities that promote creativity, build confidence and aid in early childhood development. Small class size. Age appropriate activities.  Swimming, art, sports, music. Limited space.

Bilingual Schoolhouse
3151 NW 50 at Mayfair Heights Methodist Church
Oklahoma City, OK 
Phone:  315-7418
Contact:  Kathy Scott
Email:  kscott@bilingualschoolhouse.com
Home page:  www.bilingualschoolhouse.com
Description:  Children have fun while they play games through songs, games, art!  Fluent bilingual teachers.  Proven curriculum.  Foreign language classes in Spanish, French, Mandarin Chinese, American Sign Language.  Full immersion Spanish Preschool w/art, science, music.  Social and motor development,.  Ages 2-5.  Optimal; window for language development.  Caring, experienced degreed teachers bilingual in Spanish and English.  Kindergarten prep class for ages 3-5.

First United Methodist Church Preschool and Mother's Day Out
305 E. Hurd 
Edmond, OK 73083
Phone: 341-1230
Contact: Glennis Peterman, Director
Email: fumcpreschoolmdo@sbcglobal.net
Home Page: www.fumcpreschoolmdo.com
Description: Preschool and Mother's Day Out program. Developmental and academic age appropriate programming for children from 12 months to 5 years of age.

Goddard School for Early Childhood Development
Two locations:
17440 N. Western Ave.
Phone: 348-4442
6001 E. Covell
Phone: 330-1313
Edmond OK
Home Page: www.goddardschool.com
Description: Infants, toddlers and preschool.  Warm, loving atmosphere for the healthy development of your child from 6 weeks to 6 years.

Marymount Preschool
35 E 15th
Edmond, OK
Phone:  408-4934 or 341-8166
Contact:  Mayittho Acuña
Email:  marymountpreschool@yahoo.com
Description:  Your child's mind is full of incredible possibilities.  At Marymount we've designed   a preschool to explore and nurture your child's amazing gifts.  From teaching Spanish and French to encouraging an early appreciation for music and art to discovering the wonders of math, science and history.  Marymount develops your child's natural talents.  Self-discipline, self-esteem and leadership are revealed early on.  It's preschool with a purpose.  Preschool-pre-K, ages 3-5.  Open year-round, 6am-6pm.  Certified teachers.  One-on-one attention.  Parents' night out available.

Pathways Preschool
425 S. Fretz, Suite B
Edmond, OK 73003
Phone: 340-3210
Contact: Shannon Bryant
Description: We are an academic private preschool and Mother's Day Out offering the choice of half day or full day programs for ages 18 months to kindergarten.  Experienced and Degreed teachers.   

St. Mark's Lutheran Church Preschool & MDO
1501 N. Bryant
Edmond, OK
Contact:  Sheila Rudat
Phone:  340-0192
Home Page:  www.stmarkedmond.org
Email:  stmarkmdo@sbcglobal.net
Description:  Preschool/MDO  

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Casady School
9500 N. Pennsylvania Ave.
Okla. City, OK   73120
Phone: 749-3214
Contact: Ashley Gibson
Email: gibsona@cassady.org
Home Page: www.casady.org
Description:  An independent Episcopal day school.  Grades Pre-K through 12.

Christian Heritage Academy NORTH
1230 N. Sooner Rd
Edmond, OK
Contact:  Libby Hanon
Email:  lgarner@cha.org
Home page:  www.cha.org
Description:  Christian School pre-k through 5th grade.  Edmond's Best!  Also a campus in Del City, OK.  All day Pre-K and Kindergarten.  Call for info.

St. Mary's Episcopal School
505 E. Covell
Edmond, OK    73034
Phone: 341-9541
Contact: Nancy Hetherington, Director
Email: nhetherington@smesedmond.org
Home Page: www.smesedmond.org
Description:  Private school-preschool, elementary and middle school. Educating children 3-5th grade with quality academic programs, spiritual development, service learning, physical well being, and fine arts appreciation!  Educating children ages 3 through 5th grade

Westminster School
600 NW 44th Street
Oklahoma City, OK   73118
Contact: Admissions Director: Paul Arceneaux
Phone: (405) 524-0631
Email:parceneaux@westminsterschool.org
Home Page: www.westminsterschool.org
Description: Preschool and kindergarten, grades one through eight. 

SPORTS/SWIMMING

Al's Bicycle
2624 S. Broadway Ct.
Edmond, OK 73013
Phone: 341-4331
Contact: Henry Holasek
Description: Full service bicycle store.  Bicycle sales and service. 

Lighthouse Sports, Fitness & Health
3333 W. Hefner
Oklahoma City, OK 73120
Phone: 751-3344
Home Page: www.okclighthouse.com
Description:  Constructive supervised programs year round in 2 indoor pools and 4 court gymnasium for children and parents alike. Martial Arts program.   Parent’s Night Out: 3rd Saturday of each month.  Pamper yourself without the kids.  6-11 pm.  Ages 6 weeks to 12 years.  Call to reserve. - Also, Birthday parties, school celebrations, team parties, family functions.

Lighthouse Sports, Fitness & Health Swim Lessons
3333 W. Hefner Road
Oklahoma City, OK
Phone: (405) 751-3344
Home Page: www.okclighthouse.com
Description: Group & Private lessons.  Ages 3 and older.  Small class sizes.  Certified, friendly instructors.

Pacific Blue Swim Lessons
Trained instructors at several locations in Oklahoma City and
surrounding areas
Phone: 503-5522, 751-3344 or call Shane Smith at 626-6777
Description: Schedule Private lessons for your child today

TOY STORE

Learning Tree
7638 N. Western (in Wilshire Village)
Oklahoma City, OK 73116
Phone: 848-1415
Home Page: www.learningtreeokc.com
Edmond Location:
Cinnamon Bears
102 S. Broadway
Edmond, OK
Contact: Kathy Jones
Description: Toy store with activities, toys, games and books for children ages birth through 14. Cinnamon Bears: for ages birth to 5.

WEB PAGE DESIGN

Kool Cats Web Design
Phone: 348-3009
Edmond, OK
Email: yx38mj7@gmail.com
Web Site: www.koolcatswebdesign.net
Description: Offering experience, quality and affordability.   Enhance your business profile!  Call or email today to find out more abut a new web site or a redesign of your old one.   Joomla Dynamic Web Site creations, Dynamic menu creation, Java Script, HTML Static Sites, Database Creation, Back-end Administration, Shopping cart with PayPal Setups, Create Secure Login, Flash Logos, Templates for Joomla, Ebay selling on contract.  E-Commerce.