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Creative Cooking School
Creative Cooking School reveals the culinary arts to anyone with a desire to learn by offering specialized cooking classes for adults as well as kids 6-12 and teens 12-15. One day classes like "Snack Attack” and "Basics Baking” teach kids how to read a recipe, measure ingredients and prepare breads, cookies and snacks all by themselves.

More advanced 4-day classes demonstrate kitchen and serving techniques and teach menu planning as well as basic etiquette in preparing healthy and tasty dishes. Youngsters will gain new respect for the chef of the family and develop invaluable skills in learning to prepare recipes for meals at home.

Pottery Classes in Las Vegas at The Artful Potter
The Artful Potter offers that rare place where you can unwind and relax, yet leave with something creative and unique—that you made yourself! How much fun is that? Well, according to our kid network, a lot of fun, and affordable, too. For a small price, you get to stay as long as you want and use their brushes, stamps, paints, stencils, and pattern books to create your own artistic masterpiece.

Most people find a ceramic figure to decorate for about $15, less than you might pay for a good flea market find, and this one will have your special designer touch. The Artful Potter offers more than 600 pieces to choose from, and from there you choose a design or create one of your own.

Now, spend an hour or an afternoon making your treasure as unique as your personality, and when it's just right, hand it over for glazing and firing.

In a few days, swing back by and pick up your newest masterpiece for everyone's future enjoyment. It's a great feeling to create something of your very own, and the ceramic process is relaxing and entertaining. It's a great way to spend some true quality time with your kids as they learn to express themselves.

But best of all, they offer parties! You can rent their private party room and bring a whole crew of little ones to make their own pieces to take home. Balloons and a party assistant ensure a festive atmosphere with lots of personal attention, and if it's a birthday, the guest of honor receives a customized plate. The Artful Potter—the perfect place for your next festive occasion.

Location: 7385 West Sahara Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89117

Pottery Paws
At Pottery Paws, you can reate the perfect character mug or decorative piece by glazing it yourself at Pottery Paws Paint-Your-Own pottery studio. Select from hundreds of practical or whimsical pottery items and release your artistic talents.

Decorate your piece with paints and stencils using brushes, sponges and other techniques.

Once fired, your piece will be dishwasher and food-safe, so you don't have to keep it on the shelf.

Younger kids will enjoy a "Critter parties” where they can select and stuff their very own furry "critter”, then decorate its T-shirt and take it home. Visit Pottery Paws Paint-Your-Own for an activity the entire family can enjoy.

Location: 5001 East Bonanza Road #152, Las Vegas, NV 89110

Camp Invention Las Vegas
Camp Invention – what a fun way for your child to explore history, math, science and the arts. This program, offered to children in the first through sixth grades, teaches kids to work together, use their imaginations and be creative in solving problems.

Local educators teach these hands-on classes. Each camp is one week in length, with children completing five different areas of learning. In addition, there are two different themes to Camp Invention, Create and Encounter.

Children participating in the Create camps let their imaginations run wild as they transform into car engineers, roller coaster designers and space explorers. On Planet Zak, children are asked to solve problems relating to science fiction stories they are told.

Here, they learn six steps to solving problems and how to incorporate this into everyday life. During spills and chills each child is transformed into an engineer and challenged to use their imaginations while designing safety features for products like skateboards, crash cars and more!

Location: Camps are held in elementary schools throughout Las Vegas and Henderson

Art Classes for Kids in Las Vegas
Art Classes for Kids is a fantastic way for your child to get in touch with their creative spirit. Kids are able to learn the many facets of art including drawing, painting, sculpting and much more.

If your child loves art, is very creative or looking for something new to try, Art Classes for Kids is what you are looking for. Art After School is a program available to children of all ages who love to paint, sculpt or draw.

Each hour and a half session is held at held at a different school within the community making them more accessible to interested children.

Kids will create a masterpiece of their own to bring home all while learning about and listening to famous artists. Is your child's birthday just around the corner? Why not throw an art parties? Your child will be the talk of all their friends after attending this one-of-a-kind party. Kids of all ages will have a great time playing art games, painting and more. An art instructor will assist the children in creating three "special something's” to take home and prizes are available for game winners. After a party like this, each child may become a modern Van Gogh!

For kids who are not able to attend group classes or are not comfortable in the group setting, private classes are also available in your home or in the studio. Private lessons are available to children from three years to high school age. With each lesson, your child is challenged to improve upon existing art skills while learning new techniques and various areas of art.

If you are looking for something for your child to do this summer, why not enroll them in art camp? Camps are designed for kids ages five to 12 and for teenagers ages 10 to 14. Each camper will learn to challenge themselves to learn new skills and techniques and produce a number of signature masterpieces. Sessions focus on different areas of art including pencil drawing, sculpting, painting and cartooning.

Location: 1509 South 6th St., Las Vegas, NV 89104

Nevada Ballet Theatre - Ballet Classes for Children
The Nevada Ballet Theatre introduces you and your family to the art of ballet dancing through many facets. Sure, you can watch one or more of the breathtaking performances, but if you are more interested in learning the in's and out's of ballet, join the poised and graceful dancers as they involve and educate you on this beautiful artistic movement.

Each season the Nevada Ballet Theatre promises at least four performances for you and your family. Enjoy the ballet and become acquainted with timeless classics including The Nutcracker, A Midsummer Night's Dream and other favorites. Season tickets are available as well as tickets to individual shows.

These performances will inspire the ballerina in us all. In addition to the dancers you see on stage, the Nevada Ballet Theatre formed The Academy in the late 1970's in hopes of inspiring children, teens and adults to express themselves through dance.

Classes include jazz, tap, ballet, modern and character dance and hip-hop. Additional programs for adults include Pilates, jazzercise and adult ballet. For children, joining The Academy offers the opportunity to be selected for the youth theatre company. Additional classes are offered in steps for children based on age and skill level.

If your child is interested in learning to dance or enhancing their skills, the following classes may be of interest: Me and Mum, Creative Movement, Beginning Ballet, Intermediate Ballet, Pointe, Fencing and much more. And don't leave out the boys. There is even a boys class that focuses on building strength and power.

If your children are looking for something to do during summer break, the Creative Dance Camp may be for them. Children ages three to four and five to eight are eligible to enroll in this camp. Through the Creative Dance Camp, children learn creative movement, singing, arts and crafts and storytelling. With these newly identified skills, your kids will perform scenes from the children's classic Peter Pan and the Jungle Book.

For kids who are more involved in ballet, they may be interested in auditioning for a spot in the Summer Intensive Program. This is a three week training session developed to strengthen the skills of dancers who are interested in pursuing a dancing career.

Location: Judy Bayley Theater and Ham Concert Hall, UNLV campus, 4505 Maryland Pkwy., Las Vegas, NV 89154

Kids Talent Network
The Kids Talent Network is a group dedicated to helping children interested in a career in modeling or acting. If your child takes beautiful pictures, loves to talk or simply hogs the camera, you may have a future model or actor living in your home. The Kids Talent Network offers children of all ages the opportunity to develop their talent while having a great time.

They are dedicated to building your child's confidence and creating a positive experience. When looking for children to become a part of the Kids Talent Network, they are selected by personality, looks, disposition, talent and more. Once selected these children are taught by experienced acting coaches from Hollywood.

These classes are designed to help children further develop the skills they need to be on TV or in the movies. Through Kids Talent Network, your child will have the opportunity to audition for parts offered by world-renowned talent agents and directors.

In addition to all that is done in-house, The Kids Talent Network chooses a select group of children, ages four to 17, to attend the Actors Models and Talent Competition. Here the kids are given their time to shine before major industry leaders. Many of today's actors and actresses have been discovered through this competition.

Your child could be the next Denzel Washington or Reese Witherspoon. Can you just imagine an Oscar sitting on your mantel. Go ahead, give your child the opportunity to shine on camera.

Location: 7473 West Lake Mead Blvd., Ste. 100, Las Vegas, NV 89128

Color Me Mine
There's a bit of an artist in all of us, and at Color Me Mine, you and your kids can really let your artistic senses shine. Color Me Mine is the premier "paint it yourself” place! Kids and adults alike can create interesting and unique artistic pottery pieces in a fun, relaxed, and creative environment. A visit to Color Me Mine involves selecting a plain bisque piece to paint and customize any way you wish.

There are more than 400 different bisque pieces to choose from, everything from tiles to serving pieces. The paints are non-toxic, lead-free and food safe, so pieces like bowls and plates can actually be used by your little ones. Once fired in their on-site kiln, these pieces can even be put in the dishwasher.

There is plenty more to choose from besides plates and cups. Why not bring your youngest little ones and dip their feet in paint to create a priceless memento? Finger painting by little ones is encouraged, as the paints are water-soluble and easily washed off fingers and clothing.

Color Me Mine also makes a great birthday party location. Just supply your own food and beverages, and the knowledgeable staff will assist with the party and offer suggestions and supervision. Classes on various artistic techniques are also available for all ages. For a fun, creative way to spend the afternoon with the kids, Color Me Mine can't be beat.

Location: 9330 West Sahara Avenue, Ste 150, Las Vegas, NV

The Music Bug
Artists of all ages will love the variety of activities and experiences that await them at The Music Bug. This performing and creative arts center is designed to help bring out the artist that lives in all of our "little buggers”!

Weekly classes in tumbling, music, dance, yoga, art, shows, and languages are available for kids of all ages. Parents are encouraged to actively participate alongside their kids so that the entire creative process can truly be a family experience. The Music Bug can also host kids' birthday parties, holiday parties, scouting events, and other get-togethers.

Each party includes an art activity, theme bags and decorations. Parents are encouraged to provide their own refreshments and cake, and there is even a "Little Bugger Jam”, a musical birthday celebration for first birthdays.

Older kids can choose themed parties ranging from, "Pretty Princess Tea Party” to "A Pirate's Adventure” among others. The Music Bug's environment is meant to foster the creativity and imagination in all children, while making the experience fun and stress-free.

Location: 7835 South Rainbow, Ste 5, Las Vegas

Little Pastry Chefs Kids Cooking Classes
Looking for a fun and unusual way to spend an afternoon with the kids? Why not try a cooking or baking class for kids at Little Pastry Chefs? In addition to being a full-service bakery, Little Pastry Chefs offers classes for kids and birthday parties. Daily and weekly camp programs are also available to help your little ones learn the basics of cooking and baking.

Classes are available as part of a birthday parties package, camp package, or even just a Mommy and Me day. For the ultimate birthday party that will make your child the envy of their classmates, arrange for an all-inclusive party. These include a cooking class, baking class, customer birthday cake, ice cream, pizza, and all supplies and decorations!

Theme parties centered around your child's favorite cartoon character or hobby are also available. For the ultimate in memorable birthday parties, give Little Pastry Chefs a try.

Location: 7018 West Charleston Blvd, Suite 2, Las Vegas, NV

Abrakadoodle Remarkable Art Education - Painting Classes for Kids
Discover the Abrakadoodle difference. We deliver the world of art with the broadest landscape of classes across such genres as painting, collage, sculpture, mosaics and more.

The magic behind Abrakadoodle is the:
· creative imagination of a child,
· inventive materials,
· inspired lessons and,
· skillful, caring teachers.

Abrakadoodle takes an enlightened perspective to expanding children's creativity and their knowledge of the world of color, form and design. We believe in a comprehensive approach to creativity, offering classes to children 20 months to 12 years of age.

These classes not only ignite a child's imagination, but they also build fine motor, language and cognitive skills. With more than 1200 Abrakadoodle lessons, Abrakadoodle programs are always new and exciting!

Our popular programs, Twoosy Doodlers (ages 20-36 months), Mini Doodlers (ages 3-K) and Doodlers (grades 1-6), introduce new techniques and artistic styles and make use of high quality materials through an exclusive partnership with Crayola®. Our ongoing art classes foster creativity and the development of new skills while using a variety of artistic tools and materials. Each lesson introduces new techniques and artistic styles.

Classes are offered at private and public pre-schools and elementary schools during the school day and/or as an extra-curricular activity, various Parks and Recreation Centers, Community Centers, and through partnerships with child based businesses and community organizations.

Children's Birthday Parties, Camp Programs, and incredibly imaginative Corporate Events are available as well.


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