SETX Kids' Directory

SOUTHEAST TEXAS

April Is Autism Awareness Month

April 2014

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Port Arthur Smiles Next to Wal-Mart

(409) 548-0685 www.PortArthurSmiles.com

on Twin City Hwy.

Medicaid & CHIP accepted Interest Free Financing Weekend and Evening Hours Dr Mahesh Dholariya | Dr Dhaval Thakkar

$29 X-Rays and Exam for Kids. {$241 value}

LOW COST AUTO INSUR ANCE

EnviroKids

Makin Waves Summer Camp EnviroKids is an exciting summer camp at the Museum of the Gulf Coast. It is designed for students in grades 2 – 5 who would like to learn about the environment and experience fun outdoor activities through field trips, guest presenters, hands-on activities, and arts and crafts.

Camp A June 9-June 20 2nd and 3rd graders Camp B June 23-July 3 4th and 5th graders The camps will take place Monday-Friday 9:00 am – 12:30 p.m.

Lunch will be provided daily at the museum.

409-722-9111

REGISTER TODAY!

CALL FOR A FREE QUOTE!

www.MuseumOfTheGulfCoast.org

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Orange Family Dental

(409) 330-4252 www.OrangeFamDental.com Next to Wal-Mart Medicaid & CHIP accepted Interest Free Financing Weekend and Evening Hours Dr Yukti Gulati | Dr Dhaval Thakkar

$29 X-Rays and Exam for Kids. {$241 value}

Creative Studio

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$995

Set pricing and our s at i s f a c t i o n g u a r a n t e e s e t u s a p a rt f ro m ot h e r s a n d m a k e Z i g g l e O w l t h e S M A RT C H O I C E f o r yo u r s m a l l business needs!

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Winter is quickly fading and the furnace heat of summer in Southeast Texas is just around the corner. April is a wonderful time for Southeast Texas families to enjoy the outdoors – Lake Sam Rayburn, Galveston, The Spindletop Museum, and Shangri La. Spring in Southeast Texas is short lived, so turn to our Southeast Texas family calendar to make the most of every precious day. MomsSummer camps are projected to fill up at a record pace this year, so start making those summer camp plans now. Best wishes for a wonderful April in SETX. of every precious day. Moms- Summer camps are projected to fill up at a record pace this year, so start making those summer camp Daryl Fant 512.567.8068 www.KidsDirectory.com/setx setx@KidsDirectory.com To Advertise Call (512) 567-8068 Today!

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Where big ideas become the next big thing.

Only at CampInventIOn.ORG Camp Invention inspires confidence in curious children like yours. Not just for a day or a week, but for a lifetime.

Register at campinvention.org and save $15. Use promo code SPRING by 5/16/14!

At Regina Howell Elementary in Beaumont July 14–18!

Zippity Zebra child Care

We Accept CCCS

offering Prek3 and Prek4 Preschool Program

Accepting children birth through 13 years 4am - Midnight Seven Days a Week Certified Food Program Transportation to and from local schools OVER 25 Mothers Day Out Program Available YEARS Tutorials available (see director for details) EXPERIENCE

1705 Walton Rd Beaumont

(409) 347-7391

Great Balls of Fire Family DayFRE Saturday, April 26, 2014 10am - 2pm

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Fire Museum of Texas Explore the science of fire with family friendly activities and crafts in conjunction with our temporary exhibit, "Texas City Burning."

Made possible by a grant from Humanities Texas.

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DARK in a

FAMILY FUN DAY

ONLY

$35

DAY... mobile spray tanning

Ask about Group Discounts Weddings Birthdays Prom Show this Sun Splash Parties Ad for $5 off *Travel fees may apply

in house

Circus arts and crafts Dress up photo booth Carnival games with prizes Tattoos and face painting Performances by: Ian the Magnificent fire breather Sonny the Clown Free Screening of the movie, “Under The Big Top Scooby Doo.” At 12PM

Your First Tan!

This event is Free and is made possible by the Port Arthur Historical Society with a partnership with Lamar State College Port Arthur.

Certified and Professional Spray Tanning

Saturday April 19 10a 2p i

Robyn Brockhoeft 409.454.7663

Call for an appointment today!

www.MuseumOfTheGulfCoast.org

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Summer Preview Summer is a chance to feed your child’s passion for play, learning, and quality family time. Make the most of every day – this summer will fly by for moms and children alike.

Getaway to Galveston Victorian Condo Hotel (866) 261-7855 6300 Seawall Boulevard in Galveston Generations of Southeast Texas families have made Galveston a summer getaway destination. When school lets out, hotel rooms become scarce. Savvy moms are reserving now. Favored features include a zero entry kids pool, a second heated pool, water view rooms, Jacuzzis, and picnic areas. Walk across Seawall Boulevard and you’re on the beach for fishing,kite sailing, swimming, shell collecting and sunbathing. For more information: www.VictorianCondo.com.

Ignite a Passion for Science Camp Invention – Regina Howell Elementary in Beaumont (800) 968.4332 Week of July 14th Kids grade 1-6 have given Beaumont’s Camp Invention rave reviews. This summer will be bigger than ever with awesome projects. In the “Super Go”™ module your child will design a small motor-powered vehicle that zooms! In the “Amplified”™ module, your youngster will invent bionic gadgets while journeying to acquire superhuman senses.

During “I Can Invent: Pinbug”™ kids will build an epic, insect-themed pinball machine.

Make this the year your child discovers his love for science. www.campinvention.org Discover Their Inner Artist Imagine Art 6465 Calder in Beaumont (409) 892-8628 Every child has an artist within – even your baseball player or your ballerina. Imagine Art helps each child discover their artistic talents. Check out their Facebook page for a full schedule of classes or call today to reserve a private party.

Facebook.com/ImagineArtStudio Feed Mental and Physical Development Tiger Rock Martial Arts Mid County. 1427 U.S. 69 in Nederland. (409) 724-6668. midcountytkd.info Bridge City. 1955 Miller Dr. in Bridge City. (409) 920-1462. trmabridgecity.com Beaumont. 3803 Calder Ave in Beaumont. (409) 838-6667. tkdtexas.com Tiger Rock Martial Arts helps children grow in every way. Your child will learn leadership, respect for elders, goal setting, and self confidence. Your child will also develop physically – strength, endurance, and accuracy. Many coaches for other sports love for their kids to have martial arts training – it helps them hit baseballs, drive soccer balls, run, jump, and focus their power. Southeast Texas is blessed to have a number of great Tiger Rock Martial Arts Academies – there is one near you!

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Enjoy Unstructured Play Jungle Jump Zone Country Rd in Lumberton (between Hwy 96 and Hwy 69) (409) 227-4614 Kids love to play – and moms need a place to get out of the blazing Southeast Texas heat and humidity. Oh the humidity! Jungle Jump Zone is a winner for kids and moms.

There are party rooms, a toddler area, and big jump and slide attractions for older kids. Best of all? The AC is always on for mom. www.junglejumpzone.com Get Wet! Schlitterbahn – Galveston, New Braunfels, Padre Island Kids love water, and Schlitterbahn is obsessed with creating out of this world water slides, lagoons, and lazy rivers. A trip to Schlitterbahn is something your child will look forward to for weeks – and remember for a lifetime. Make the trip extra special – ask about hotel accommodations onsite. www.schlitterbahn.com Put a Masterpiece on the Wall Painting With a Twist 229 Dowlen Rd in Beaumont Your child can paint. With all the cuts in public school art programs, they just may not know it yet. Painting With a Twist can help them tap into their creativity. Best of all?

You’ll have a beautiful painting to hang in your living room. www.paintingwithatwist.com/beaumont Share a Great Meal EatDrinkSETX.com Southeast Texas is full of great restaurants, fun family friendly festivals, and entertainment. Summer is the perfect time for exploring the Golden Triangle with your family.

Find restaurants, museums, and special events on the largest restaurant and entertainment website between Houston and New Orleans – www.EatDrinkSETX.com Tell them you saw it right here – in the Kids Directory. The magazine for Southeast Texas Moms

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April Events March 31

Fore the Children Golf Tournament BrentwoodCountry Club (Benefitting Garth House) 8:00am -1:00pm $300 per team Brentwood Country Club 4201 South Major in Beaumont (409) 838-9084 www.GarthHouse.org

This time of year it can be wonderful to get out and play a little golf, even better when you’re raising money for the Garth House and their child advocacy mission. See if your office will sponsor a team or if you have athletic teens, make it a meaningful family outing.

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A Streetcar Named Desire: Beaumont Community Players Mother’s Night Out! Leave the kids with dad or make it a date and call the babysitter. Every Friday, Saturday. Evenings, 7:30 pm. Matinee, 2:30 pm. $12 - $25 4155 Laurel Ave in Beaumont 409-833-4664 www.beaumontcommunityplayers.com

Steamy and strong, "A Streetcar Named Desire" introduces Blanche du Bois, a fragile Southern Belle, who has retreated into fantasy because of harsh life experiences in a role made famous

by Marilyn Monroe.

April 5th

1860s Vintage Baseball Game – Spindletop Museum 10:00 am Free admission.

Spindletop Gladys City 5550 Jimmy Simmons Blvd in Beaumont 409-880-1750 www.gladyscity.weebly.com/

Vintage base ball is played using rules and customs from the 19th century. It is a competitive game where players dress in uniforms appropriate to the time period and reenact the styles and speech of the 19th century. Free admission to watch or participate in the game.

April 5 – May 26

Because Kids Love the Circus Behind the Scenes of the Circus Big Top at Museum of the Gulf Coast Half-Price Public Opening April 5th, 10:00am Family Fun Day "Behind the Scenes of the Circus Big Top" April 19th, 10am - 2pm 700 Procter in downtown Port Arthur (between Lamar Port Arthur and the Port Arthur police station) (409) 982-7000 www.museumofthegulfcoast.org Exhibit Closes: May 26

Step Right Up! It will take Southeast Texas families behind the scenes of the circus. Your child will get a sense of the circus’ history and will appreciate over 60 pieces of rare circus memorabilia. On April 19th, don’t miss the Museum of the Gulf Coast’s family fun day. Your kid will love all of the circus themed activities, games, and entertainment.

April 5 2014

Saturday Adventure Series: Birding By Ear. Shangri La 2111 West Park Avenue Orange, TX 77630 409-670-9113 www.starkculturalvenues.org

Stroll the trails of Shangri La & discover ways to identify birds by their song. Focus on migratory birds as well as local bird species during this adult-only program.

April 6 – April 11

Gulf Coast Educators Student Show: Beaumont Art League Wednesday - Saturday, 11:00 am - 3:00 pm 2675 Gulf Street in Beaumont 409-833-4179 www.beaumontartleague.org Opening Reception: Sunday, April 6, 2-4 pm.

This is a wonderful opportunity to see the artists of the future. Bring your kids for inspiration – and to see that they just may be closer to their first gallery show than they realize.

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April 11 & 12

Ignite a Passion for Live Performance West Side Story – Lutcher Theater Friday, April 11, 2014 - 7:30PM Saturday, April 12, 2014 - 2PM Saturday, April 12, 2014 - 7:30PM Lutcher Theater. 707 Main in Orange. www.Lutcher.Org

Expose your teen to the wonders of live theater with the Lutcher Theater’s production of West Side Story, America’s classic love story on stage.

April 12

Discover Engineering: Spindletop Museum It’s never too early to explore career options. 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm FREE ADMISSION 5550 Jimmy Simmons Blvd. in Beaumont 409-223-2254

Introduce local students to engineering while bringing together local companies and engineering organizations. Hours of activities and demonstrations for students and parents alike. Visitors can also tour the Spindletop Museum and discover the rich history of engineering in Southeast Texas.

April 12

Hope Women’s Resource Clinic 5K and Walk. Registration at 8:00AM. Walk begins at 9AM. For more information: (409) 898-4005 Journey Community Church in Lumberton. www.hope-clinic.com or SETXChurchGuide.com.

April 13

Lamar University Faculty Brass Quintet 3:00 pm Free admission.

Rothwell Recital Hall at Lamar University. 4400 S M L King Jr. Pkwy Beaumont, TX 77710 409-550-8144 www.lamar.edu/music Join the Faculty Brass Quintet for music from the Renaissance through today, including selections by Bach and other great composers. This is a great family friendly introduction to classical brass.

April 15

Lamar Civic Orchestra 7:30 pm FREE ADMISSION. Lamar Port Arthur.

1500 Procter St in Port Arthur 409-880-8144 www.lamar.edu/music

The Lamar Civic Orchestra draws players from the community, including talented undergraduate and graduate students at Lamar, faculty and staff, area music educators, and a number from diverse professions. Kurt Gilman, associate professor and chair of the Mary Morgan Moore Department of Music, directs the orchestra.

April 17 – 20

Last Days of Christ Outdoor Passion Drama: Legacy Christian Academy 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm FREE ADMISSION Legacy Christian Academy 8200 Highway 105 - West of Major Drive in Beaumont 409-466-2614 www.lastdaysofchrist.com

The Last Days of Christ will come alive with more than 500 actors and workers portraying some of the most dramatic scenes from the last days of Christ. We'll take you back in time as you enter through the city gates of Jerusalem. See Roman soldiers on horseback, walk down the city streets through the market place and view drama players reenacting the scenes from the final days of Christ.

April 19

Shorkey Center Ducky Splash & Dash 5K – Gulf Terrace Hike & Bike Trail 8:00am 9000 Dishman Road in Beaumont www.Shorkey.org

Enjoy fun, fitness, and helping the Shorkey Center raise money to assist children with autism.

Run or walk – and bring the kids. This will be a fun family event.

April 26

61st Annual Cashan Grotto Golf Tournament benefitting the Shorkey Center

Henry Homberg Golf Course at Tyrrell Park Beaumont. www.Shorkey.org It’s golf tournament season in Southeast Texas with local non-profits scrambling to take advantage of the beautiful spring weather. Form a team and play golf on this lovely course with proceeds benefitting the Shorkey Center and their mission of assisting Southeast Texas children with autism.

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Painting classes for all ages Parties & Private Art Lessons

Save $20 when you book your next Kids or Adult party of 10 or more!

Expires 5/31/14

Morina's Family Hair Care

Brighten Up Your Spring

Haircuts Highlights Color Mary Kay Featuring Karry Craus

360 S Pine St Kountze

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A Spring Vacation with an ocean view.

Sunday-Thursday Special One-bedroom condo

$119 (per night)* 2-night minimum.

3-Night Special One-bedroom condo

$450

(for three nights)* 3-night minimum.

Price includes taxes. *Valid April 1st - 30th. Not valid with any other offer.

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We Put the Camping Back in Summer Camp

FULTSChiropractic $25 Adjustments No X-Ray Required

3939 Dowlen Ste 10 in Beaumont next to Kroger

Camp Niwana Woodville Team Building Canoe Trips (optional) Hiking Swimming

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Enrolling now with sessions throughout June and July.

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Betty’s Bloomers Nursery From Bromeliads To Vegetables To Roses

Make Your Yard & Home Beautiful.

Amazing Selection - Grown on Site

Monday - Saturday: 8:30 - 5:00 Sunday: 1:00 - 5:00

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6776 FM418 between Silsbee and Kountze To Advertise Call (512) 567-8068 Today!

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From help with handwriting and fine motor skills to assisting children with significant developmental challenges, Kids Unlimited provides the physical Pediatric Therapy in a fun environment therapy in a manner kids look - Large Children's Therapy Gym forward to each week -

most of the time, they feel they are playing.

- Orthopedic Condition Treatment - Fine Motor Room

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Now Enrolling Call for an application packet or schedule a tour of our campus!

Accepting students from PK3 - 8th Grade 409-892-1755

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