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Nicoletta Machiavelli teaches Italian language, culture, and cooking. The...
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Nicoletta Machiavelli teaches Italian language, culture, and cooking. The great-great-great-etc.-granddaughter of You Know Who, she was born and raised in the Machiavelli palazzo in Florence and lived for many years in Rome. An experienced teacher of language, culture, and cooking, she gives private and group lessons in her students' homes. She also takes small groups to Italy for uniquely designed, affordable tours - http://www.iinet.com/~nicoletta/.
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I got three massages while I was pregnant.
One at a salon/spa on Queen Anne, one at Habitude,...
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I got three massages while I was pregnant.
One at a salon/spa on Queen Anne, one at Habitude, and one at Gracewinds. Gracewinds was by FAR the best experience. The staff there go through special training in prenatal massage (unlike at other spas where they just seemed to slightly alter a regular massage). Anyway, I was so relaxed and blissed after my massage at Gracewinds, I literally had to count my money 5 times before paying. I was so out of it. It was heavenly. I only wish I hadn't wasted my two previous massages on places that weren't nearly so great at catering to the needs of my swelling body.
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A fabulous class for toddlers! I took this class with my 10 month old this past year and he loved...
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A fabulous class for toddlers! I took this class with my 10 month old this past year and he loved it. Music, dancing, instruments, puppets, stories... Instructors Hilary Field and Karen Davis know how to captivate little tots.
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I used TLC several times since 2001 and only stopped because my child was too old (13th birthday)....
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I used TLC several times since 2001 and only stopped because my child was too old (13th birthday). My child is developmentally disabled, and this staff was absolutely competent to care for her in all ways. She still asks to go to TLC whenever she doesn't feel well - AJ and the others made her very comfortable and safe.
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Montlake Elementary
Category:
Elementary Schools
2409 - 22nd Ave. E.
Seattle,
Washington 98112
(206) 252-3300
One of the best neighborhood elementaries around. (Let's hope it is not on the district's...
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One of the best neighborhood elementaries around. (Let's hope it is not on the district's chopping block.)
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My children have attended Pinehurst Child Care for several years. It has proven to be a wonderful...
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My children have attended Pinehurst Child Care for several years. It has proven to be a wonderful center for them. The staff combine both loving attention with, for the older children, basic preschool academic activities. The core staff has remained stable without the typical high turnover rates found at other centers. Parents are encouraged to be very involved and teachers and directors are all very responsive to parental concerns. The younger children (babies and toddlers) spend time in a nurturing environment with the right level of stimulus for their developmental level. The older children experience many enriching activities such as field trips. Though the school itself does not appear particular aesthetically pleasing on the outside, it is a wonderful place for kids.
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I send my one year old to Lake Forest Park Montessori.
http://www.lfpmontessori.com
They are...
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I send my one year old to Lake Forest Park Montessori.
http://www.lfpmontessori.com
They are really fabulous there. I can't praise them enough about the peace of mind of watching my child they gave me while I was working.
However, you should try to decide if you want a big daycare or a smaller one. I think in lieu of all of the illnesses he has gotten (which every big daycare center will have - Bright Star included), in retrospect I might have considered sending him to a smaller daycare facility where they are less likely to have this problem.
Also, another disadvantage is that larger daycare centers are MUCH more costly.
Start by asking around to your friends/colleagues to see where they send their kids and even if they are full, ask if they have friends who also run smaller daycares.
Hope this helps!
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The co-op preschool experience is a wonderful way to get a head start on being involved in your...
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The co-op preschool experience is a wonderful way to get a head start on being involved in your children’s activities. North City Co-Op is parent run, which is what makes it so great! My two girls and I attend the evening class (18 mos.-3 years) which is very convenient for my family. There is also a morning playgroup for younger babies/toddlers, and classes for the slightly older children as well. If you are looking for a playgroup for your younger toddler, or a fun daytime activity for your pre-school age children, I highly recommend checking it out!
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Seattle Christian School is a wonderful place for any child! It is a private Christian school, and...
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Seattle Christian School is a wonderful place for any child! It is a private Christian school, and the difference between it and public school is amazing! In addition to the general curriculum that all schools teach, this school also adds character training! Kids can get reinforced at school what you are trying to teach them at home. Ample opportunities for children and parents alike. The staff is more than wonderful. They truly care about these kids and do everything they can do educate them mentally and spiritually. The only setback is that SCS is HIGHLY expensive. If you can afford it, go for it! If not try asking about their financial aid options!
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Fifth River Poekoelan
Category:
Martial Arts & Self Defense Schools
130 Western Ave W
Seattle,
Washington 98119
(206) 216-0300
This Indonesian martial arts school has helped me get fit and learn about self defense. I'd never...
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This Indonesian martial arts school has helped me get fit and learn about self defense. I'd never taken martial arts and I wasn't much of an athelete before I joined Fifth River. But the instructors made sure I could keep up with the level of training they offered. Over time, my speed, endurance, reflexes, balance, and strength have all improved. I feel much more aware, present, and comfortable in my body since I've started training at Fifth River. (And I quit smoking!)
Instructors really care about safety and about making sure their students are comfortable as they learn. Highly recommended for the beginning student who wants to be in better shape and learn how to defend him or herself or for the accomplished martial artist looking for an interesting, flowing perspective on self defense.
Pros: Friendly, effective training tailored to individual needs
Cons: Parking can be challenging when there's an event at Key Arena
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