At Manhattan Country School, students in pre-K through eighth grade are members of a collaborative learning community that has been a model for both progressive education and socioeconomic, racial and ethnic diversity since our founding in 1966. Whether in our New York City classrooms or at our farm in the Catskill Mountains, students participate in a robust academic program that fosters critical thinking, curiosity, individuality and sense of purpose; provides a deep understanding of our multicultural world; instills a life-long love of learning; and prepares students to succeed in high school and beyond.
Kidville operates large, upscale facilities, catering to children newborn to six years old and their families. Choose from world-class early childhood enrichment programs in gym, music, art, dance, and more. Named the Most Awesome Birthday Party Spot for Kids by Red Tricycle, Kidville offers all-inclusive birthday parties for children up to age nine. An annual Silver family membership is included with the purchase of any Kidville class. Membership benefits includes access to our state-of-the-art indoor playspace, discounts in the Kidville boutique and salon (select locations), and more!
Each class is designed to enhance fitness, learning, speech, listening skills and social behavior. www.elliottsclasses.com
The youth hostel offers 50 beds in dormitory style accommodations, both single sex and co-ed rooms. Housed in a historical brown stone building, it's a simple, clean and comfortable place. Your new home, away from home! Guest Amenities Include . . . Friendly, international staff Safe and secure storage area (lockers are also available) Internet and possibilities to use the computer We provide free sheets for your bed Full kitchen and common lounge with TV and public phones House phones on each dormitory floor allows guests to receive calls from 9am to 11pm. Messages are posted on the notice board, if guests receive calls when they are out. Guests have access to two public phones in the common lounge area to make outgoing calls.
The youth hostel offers 50 beds in dormitory style accommodations, both single sex and co-ed rooms. Housed in a historical brown stone building, it's a simple, clean and comfortable place. Your new home, away from home! Guest Amenities Include . . . Friendly, international staff Safe and secure storage area (lockers are also available) Internet and possibilities to use the computer We provide free sheets for your bed Full kitchen and common lounge with TV and public phones House phones on each dormitory floor allows guests to receive calls from 9am to 11pm. Messages are posted on the notice board, if guests receive calls when they are out. Guests have access to two public phones in the common lounge area to make outgoing calls.
Hands On! A Musical Experience offers age-appropriate music classes for children ages 4 months to 5 years using a specially formatted, instrument-based music curriculum. Our classes introduce children to musical concepts, instruments and activities that enhance other learning such as the acquisition of language, listening skills, auditory discrimination, social understanding and personal discovery. Hands On! classes are designed to include music, story, movement and the exploration of various musical instruments that children can see and touch.
Hands On! A Musical Experience offers age-appropriate music classes for children ages 4 months to 5 years using a specially formatted, instrument-based music curriculum. Our classes introduce children to musical concepts, instruments and activities that enhance other learning such as the acquisition of language, listening skills, auditory discrimination, social understanding and personal discovery. Hands On! classes are designed to include music, story, movement and the exploration of various musical instruments that children can see and touch.
North-Eastern Ghost Hunter's Association - Documentation of Paranormal Investigations and Eliminations to avoid a Paranormal Pandemic and Supernatural Anarchy.
The Community Meditation Center is located on Manhattan’s upper west side in New York City. With a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere the CMC offers classes, Insight Meditation (Vipassana) instruction and practice, daylong retreats, workshops, and social events. Some of the world’s most renowned teachers join with guiding teacher Allan Lokos as we endeavor to develop greater compassion, lovingkindness, wisdom, generosity, and equanimity. The CMC exists for all who would seek a more joyful and meaningful life.
Book Nook is a literacy based, early childhood enrichment program designed for small group instruction ages 1 1/2-7 years old. With high depends on Kindergarten placement in New York City, the curriculum was designed to ensure Kindergarten readiness through a whole-child approach. Individual attention is given to ensure positive results and foster long term goals for learning. Book Nook understands that learning should be fun and engaging. Check out booknooknyc.com for more information.
Book Nook is a literacy based, early childhood enrichment program designed for small group instruction ages 1 1/2-7 years old. With high depends on Kindergarten placement in New York City, the curriculum was designed to ensure Kindergarten readiness through a whole-child approach. Individual attention is given to ensure positive results and foster long term goals for learning. Book Nook understands that learning should be fun and engaging. Check out booknooknyc.com for more information.
FasTracKids is a proven early childhood education program designed for children 2-8 years old. Using an innovative combination of multi-sensory learning methods enhanced by interactive SMART technology, we prepare children for success both in school and in life. Your child will explore a variety of rich subjects ranging from Earth Science and Astronomy to Economics and Public Speaking. Our goal is to help students discover a love of learning in a fun and interactive setting. Contact us today for more information!
At Manhattan Country School, students in pre-K through eighth grade are members of a collaborative learning community that has been a model for both progressive education and socioeconomic, racial and ethnic diversity since our founding in 1966. Whether in our New York City classrooms or at our farm in the Catskill Mountains, students participate in a robust academic program that fosters critical thinking, curiosity, individuality and sense of purpose; provides a deep understanding of our multicultural world; instills a life-long love of learning; and prepares students to succeed in high school and beyond.
Hands On! A Musical Experience offers age-appropriate music classes for children ages 4 months to 5 years using a specially formatted, instrument-based music curriculum. Our classes introduce children to musical concepts, instruments and activities that enhance other learning such as the acquisition of language, listening skills, auditory discrimination, social understanding and personal discovery. Hands On! classes are designed to include music, story, movement and the exploration of various musical instruments that children can see and touch.
The youth hostel offers 50 beds in dormitory style accommodations, both single sex and co-ed rooms. Housed in a historical brown stone building, it's a simple, clean and comfortable place. Your new home, away from home! Guest Amenities Include . . . Friendly, international staff Safe and secure storage area (lockers are also available) Internet and possibilities to use the computer We provide free sheets for your bed Full kitchen and common lounge with TV and public phones House phones on each dormitory floor allows guests to receive calls from 9am to 11pm. Messages are posted on the notice board, if guests receive calls when they are out. Guests have access to two public phones in the common lounge area to make outgoing calls.
The New York Kids Club is New York's premier children's enrichment center renowned for an exemplary preschool program and creative and innovative kids classes, day camps, birthday celebrations, and special events! Our unique and original curricula provide children the opportunity to build confidence and express their individuality through participation in physically challenging, artistically enriching, and intellectually stimulating programs.
North-Eastern Ghost Hunter's Association - Documentation of Paranormal Investigations and Eliminations to avoid a Paranormal Pandemic and Supernatural Anarchy.
Book Nook is a literacy based, early childhood enrichment program designed for small group instruction ages 1 1/2-7 years old. With high depends on Kindergarten placement in New York City, the curriculum was designed to ensure Kindergarten readiness through a whole-child approach. Individual attention is given to ensure positive results and foster long term goals for learning. Book Nook understands that learning should be fun and engaging. Check out booknooknyc.com for more information.
JUNE 15-20, 2014 Warren-Wilson College. Swannanoa, NC Welcome to the Swannanoa Chamber Music Workshop Community! Adult amateur and professional musicians come to our workshop to enrich their understanding of the chamber repertoire, to expand their musical potential through performance and to open doorways to new and lasting friendships. The faculty at Swannanoa are all world-class performers and will coach participant to achieve progress toward excellence in an informal, supportive atmosphere. Check out our parent organization along with some of our coaches at the Swannanoa Chamber Music Festival. http://www.swannanoachambermusic.com/
Michael Warren D.M.A. obtained his Doctorate in Vocal Pedagogy and Performance from the University of Maryland, along with Bachelors and Masters degrees from the University of Denver, and has operated a prominent vocal studio in New York City for over 25 years. Several of his students have made leading role debuts at the Metropolitan Opera, and have sung in all of the major opera houses of the world including Covent Garden, La Scala, San Francisco and Bayreuth, appearing with such renowned artists as Luciano Pavarotti, Plácido Domingo and Mirella Freni. They have also performed leading roles on Broadway and in major jazz venues around the world. Several of his students have also established significant careers as voice teachers. Dr. Warren has served as vocal pedagogy instructor at Finland’s Korsholm Festival, sharing faculty status with Nicolai Gedda, and was named one of the top 10 voice teachers in New York by Houston Grand Opera. Working from the natural function of the voice, he has developed a unique pedagogical approach that enables the development of each instrument from its particular strengths. His students are noted for their exceptional range and stamina, even registration, and for the individuality of their vocal quality and timbre. As a performer, Dr. Warren has appeared with the Baltimore Symphony under Sergiu Comissiona, and the National Symphony in Washington, D.C. He was tenor soloist with the Roger Wagner Chorale and is a former member of the U.S. Air Force Singing Sergeants, where he also served as rehearsal conductor.
Music Studio Manhattan (MSM) specializes in teaching violin, viola, theory, chamber music, orchestral audition and music appreciation. Under the direction of Ching Chen Juhl, who teaches music at St. Joseph's College as well as a concert violist, the studio uses the Western traditional method with Suzuki philosophy as well as Chinese training theory. Believe in each person can learn music, MSM helps students all ages to achieve their individual goals. The MSM shares ideas, photos and videos. To students: daily practicing, taking weekly private lessons, and attending live concerts are essential. Performing publicly is encouraged strongly. To parents of young children: making notes for your child at lessons is beneficial; helping practicing is very important. Bio: Ching Chen Juhl, a senior music lecturer at St. Joseph's College for 11 years, has performed throughout North and South America, Europe, Hong Kong and China. A graduate of the Shanghai Conservatory of Music, she earned a M.M. from Indiana University in viola performance. Her major teachers were Xidi Shen, Kim Kashkashian, and Csaba Erdelyi. A Silver Prize winner at the Giuranna International Viola Competition, Ching has appeared as a soloist with orchestras in US and China. She was a member with the Phoenix Symphony, Pittsburgh Opera and Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra. She has backing up Rod Stewart, touring with Perry Como, and performing in the Broadway Touring Production of My Fair Lady with Richard Chamberlain. Her love and dedication for chamber music led to the founding of the Jade String Trio in 1999. Holding a minor degree in Violin Teaching to Children from the Indiana University, she has taught at Bloomingdale School of Music, JCC Chamber Music Camp, Shanghai Conservatory of Music and Long Island University. Ching Chen Juhl has been teaching private lessons for more than 25 years.
1) Dual language preschool for children 2-5 years old. 2) Playgroups in Spanish for children 12 months to 6 years old accompanied by a caregiver. 3) Afterschool Program for children in Kindergarten through 3rd grade to maintain their bilingualism, biculturalism and biliteracy.