North Alabama Kids' Directory

Serving Madison, Limestone, Cullman & Morgan Counties

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Publisher’s Page

Table of Contents by Category

August 2014

Publishers Page – page 3 Table of Contents – page 3 GG & Mommy & Me – page 4

Proverbs 3: 5-6 NIV “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him and He will make your path straight.”

Wow, the summer has flown by. It’s hard to believe that it is time for our kids to head back to school

Birthday Parties / Entertainment Huntsville Ice Plex – page 5 Mom Prom – page 11 Nestle Café – page 12 Enrichment Huntsville Ballet – page 13 Huntsville Museum of Art – page 9 Music Together – page 9 Musicology – page 2 Soccer Shots – page 10 Tiger Rock – page 7 Valley Conservatory – page 15 West Main Studios – page 12

Looking forward to a fantastic school year. My prayer for our teachers, administration and children is for a safe, and happy school year full Health of opportunities to learn every day. May the 4 D Mommies – page 5 peace and protection of the Lord fill the hallways Brian A. Beitel DDS, MS Pediatric Dentistry – page 4 of every school this year..

This issue: Be sure to take a look at the products, services, and programs offered by our advertisers. We know August is a very busy month but if Kids Directory sends you to one of our advertisers, please let them know. :) In our next issue: The theme is “Fall Enrichment”. North Alabama has many businesses that enrich the lives of children and families. Be sure to pick up a copy and find out what’s happening and what’s new in September.

Don’t forget to LIKE us on Facebook!!!

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Contact Amy Phillips amy@nalkidsdirectory.com 205-515-2564 God bless you all, Happy School Days!

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Pottery Creations – page 5 Usborne Books – page 8 Retail A Nurturing Moment – page 12 Better than Before – page 8 Hamley Bake Shop – page 10 Lin-Z-Dru’s Monogramming & Gifts – page 15 Snap Dragon – page 2 Toodlebugs– page 11 Tutu’s & Twirls - page 14 Round the Table Papa Murphys – page 10 Schools Collaborations – page 15 Covenant Classical – page 16 Cross Point Mother’s Morning Out – page 13 Grace Lutheran School – page 2 La Petite Academy- page 6 Premier School - page 8 Special Needs Autism Resource Foundation – page 13 Child’s play – page 9 Cradle to Rocker – page 10 Greengate School – page 11 Riley Center – page 9

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We hope this will make back to school a little easier. :)

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We service children of all ages as well as those with special needs.

Serving North Alabama for 27 years.

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Learn To Play hockey Wed. nights 5:30-6:15pm Adult Hockey Development Tues. nights 8-9:20pm No prior skating or hockey experience necessary

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The mission of the Skating School is to safely serve the community in all areas of skating with excellence.

Learn to Skate Classes Tues 4:40-5:40pm • Wed 4:40-5:40pm • Sat 10-11am

Ages 5 and up welcome!

The Huntsville Skating School strives to provide a fun and safe skating experience for the beginner as well as the more advanced skater. To teach correct technique of the simple basic elements. To promote health and physical fitness. 256.883.3773. hssta@hsviceplex.or

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Private Party Room Packages start at $125 Rinkside and Lobby Packages are $100

You can bring in your cake and ice cream but all other food and beverages must be purchased through our concessions!

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