Olympic Ballet was founded by Helen Wilkins and her late husband John Wilkins 30 years ago. Olympic is composed of Olympic Ballet School, which provides classical ballet training for dancers of all ages; and Olympic Ballet Theatre, a nonprofit ballet company dedicated to producing a full season of high-caliber performances.
Among Olympic's goals are producing quality classical and original ballets to develop new dance audiences, attracting young audiences through special programming, fostering community collaboration and offering professional opportunities to dancers, choreographers and designers in the Puget Sound area. Olympic offers six levels of training in both barre technique and center practice.
Psychic Eye Book Shops is a metaphysical bookseller and gift shop. Along with a range of merchandise, the store features psychic consultants who offer readings by phone or in person. Psychic Eye Book Shops was founded by Robert Leysen and Mary Kara.
Whether you are looking for a great personalized gift idea or just wanting to sharpen up your artistic skills, the Ceramicafe is the perfect place to visit. Friendly and helpful staff are excited to get you started on customizing your choice of coffee cups, bowls, plates and other ceramic products that will look great in anyones home.
Stephanie's Art Gallery & Custom Picture Framing is an upscale art boutique located in La Canada Flintridge. Stepahnie's Art Gallery contains a collection of Armenian artist's artwork and has professional custom frames for the artwork. The owners Sepon and Linda Stepanian are very courteous and knowledgeable in Armenian art.
Pacific Edge Gallery is located on South Coast Highway in downtown Laguna Beach. This gallery has been featuring artists in solo shows since 1989. It features watercolor, oil, gauache, giclee, acrylic, and other mediums. The focus here is Early California Impressionism, but abstract art is also a draw. This gallery has been a participant gallery in First Thursdays Artwalk, since its inception.
Aqua-Tots is a swim school franchise designed or children between the ages of 6 months and 14 years. Parents can watch their children through a large glass wall while relaxing in a comfortable seating area or they can accompany younger kids in the pool. The school follows guidelines set by the United States Swim School Association and teaches skills and water safety in classes based on age and ability. Private lessons and sibling discounts are available. Aqua-tots also hosts children's birthday parties.
Located on Church Street, HomeGrown Decatur is a cooperative marketplace, owned and operated by Lori Ronca and Beth Thompson. The market provides local artists and crafters with a place to display, sell and demonstrate their work. Shoppers are welcome to browse through the displays of photography, pet products, pottery, textiles, jewelry, food and other items. All purchases include free gift wrapping.
Located on Washington Park in Newton, the New Art Center is a non-profit community space that opened 33 years ago. The Center offers a range of art education programs, features regularly scheduled exhibits of local artists and student works, hosts art-focused lectures and special events and offers space rentals for private functions. Visit the New Art Center website for program registration, donations and upcoming event information.