Parenting Center

Our Parenting Center provides families with support and guidance as they raise their young children. It offers networking opportunities, resources, and programming with a wide variety of classes to meet the developmental and social needs of both young children and parents. From yoga to art, we try to make parent and toddler time fun and interesting. 

• Summer Classes 

• Class Descriptions

• Swim Classes for Toddlers, run by our Aquatics Department

• Special Events for Children at the 16th Street J

• Register Online for summer I classes (June)

• Register Online for summer II classes (July)

• Register Online for summer III classes (August)

• Download the summer I (June) class registration form (Word doc  PDF)

• Download the summer II and III (July and August sessions) class registration form (Word doc  PDF) 

For Swim Class
in Washington

We've been nominated as the best swim class place in DC.  Vote for us by clicking the link!

SUMMER PARENTING CENTER CLASSES

We will have three sessions:  June 1-July 2, July 6-31, August 3-28

How to register:

• Register Online
• Fax:  (202) 518-9420
• Mail or drop off:  16th Street J, ATTN: Amanda Libman, 1529 Sixteenth Street NW, Washington, DC  20036

We are not accepting phone registrations at this time. 

If you have any questions, please contact Amanda Libman, our registrar:  202.777.3256

Beat the Heat with our Summer Specials!

Enjoy great deals and lower prices on a variety of programs for toddlers at the 16th Street J.  Register for three or more classes, and receive a 10% discount!*  Parents or caregivers must attend the classes with their child.

* To receive the discount, you must register for three or more classes during June, July and August.  If registering online, you will receive a 10% credit to your card.

We cannot allow unregistered students to attend the classes.  Please bring your registration form or printed receipt to class.

If you have any questions, please contact Amanda Libman at registrar@washingtondcjcc.org, (202) 777-3256

Summer Session I (5 weeks, June 1-July 2)

Getting Ready for Preschool (15 months and older)

5 Wednesdays, June 3-July 1, 9:30-11:00 am
$125; Discounted Member Price $75
Teacher:  Annaleah

This mini-nursery program for toddlers and their grownups includes Circle Time, music, movement, crafts and playtime that will encourage the development of social, emotional and cognitive skills. It is a great way to get ready for preschool!   
 

Getting Ready for Preschool (20 months and older)

5 Mondays, June 1-29, 9:30-11:00 am
$125; Discounted Member Price $75
Teacher:  Annaleah

This mini-nursery program geared toward older toddlers includes Circle Time, music, movement, crafts and playtime that will encourage the development of social, emotional and cognitive skills. It’s a great way to get ready for preschool! 

Musical Fun (15 months and under)

5 Tuesdays, June 2-30, 12:15-12:45 pm
$100; Discounted Member Price $65
Teacher:  Sarah G

Toddlers age 15 months and younger and their grownups can join us for interactive singing, joyful movements, introduction to instruments and much more. The class will showcase songs, rhymes, stories and dances. Special focus on songs that can be sung throughout the day (bath, mealtime, getting dressed, etc.) Improvisation is encouraged.

Music and Motion (15 months and older)

5 Thursdays, June 4-July 2, 10:45-11:30 am
$100; Discounted Member Price $65
Teacher:  Miriam

Musical Infants (0-6 months)

5 Thursdays, June 4-July 2, 11:45 am-12:15 pm
$100; Discounted Member Price $65
Teacher:  Miriam

Bond with your baby through music in this new class geared to infants and their parents.  We will use age-appropriate songs, movements, games, and instruments to encourage development and attachment and to share ideas about how to stimulate your baby at home.   Whether you are a first-time mom or a parenting veteran, on maternity leave or a full-time caregiver, bring your baby and join the fun!

Summer Session II (4 weeks, July 6-27)

Getting Ready for Preschool (15 months and older)

4 Wednesdays, July 8-29, 9:30-11:00 am
$100; Discounted Member Price $60
Teacher:  Annaleah

This mini-nursery program for toddlers and their grownups includes Circle Time, music, movement, crafts and playtime that will encourage the development of social, emotional and cognitive skills. It is a great way to get ready for preschool!   
 

Getting Ready for Preschool (20 months and older)

4 Wednesdays, July 8-29, 4:15-5:45 pm (note change in day and time)
$100; Discounted Member Price $60
Teacher:  Annaleah

This mini-nursery program geared toward older toddlers includes Circle Time, music, movement, crafts and playtime that will encourage the development of social, emotional and cognitive skills. It’s a great way to get ready for preschool! 

Musical Fun (15 months and under)

4 Tuesdays, July 7-28, 12:15-12:45 pm
$80; Discounted Member Price $50
Teacher:  Sarah G

Toddlers age 15 months and younger and their grownups can join us for interactive singing, joyful movements, introduction to instruments and much more. The class will showcase songs, rhymes, stories and dances. Special focus on songs that can be sung throughout the day (bath, mealtime, getting dressed, etc.) Improvisation is encouraged.

Music and Motion (15 months and older)

4 Thursdays, July 9-30, 10:45-11:30 am
$80; Discounted Member Price $50
Teacher:  Miriam

Musical Infants (0-6 months)

4 Thursdays, July 9-30, 11:45 am-12:15 pm
$80; Discounted Member Price $50
Teacher:  Miriam

Bond with your baby through music in this new class geared to infants and their parents.  We will use age-appropriate songs, movements, games, and instruments to encourage development and attachment and to share ideas about how to stimulate your baby at home.   Whether you are a first-time mom or a parenting veteran, on maternity leave or a full-time caregiver, bring your baby and join the fun!

Summer Session III (4 weeks, August 3-28)

Getting Ready for Preschool (15 months and older)

3 Wednesdays, August 5-19, 9:30-11:00 am
$75; Discounted Member Price $45
Teacher:  Annaleah

This mini-nursery program for toddlers and their grownups includes Circle Time, music, movement, crafts and playtime that will encourage the development of social, emotional and cognitive skills. It is a great way to get ready for preschool!   
 

Getting Ready for Preschool (20 months and older)

3 Wednesdays, August 5-19, 4:15-5:45 pm
$75; Discounted Member Price $45
Teacher:  Annaleah

This mini-nursery program geared toward older toddlers includes Circle Time, music, movement, crafts and playtime that will encourage the development of social, emotional and cognitive skills. It’s a great way to get ready for preschool! 

Music and Motion (15 months and older)

3 Thursdays, August 6-27, 10:45-11:30 am
$60; Discounted Member Price $40
Teacher:  Miriam

Musical Infants (0-6 months)

3 Thursdays, August 6-27, 11:45 am-12:15 pm
$60; Discounted Member Price $40
Teacher:  Miriam

Bond with your baby through music in this new class geared to infants and their parents.  We will use age-appropriate songs, movements, games, and instruments to encourage development and attachment and to share ideas about how to stimulate your baby at home.   Whether you are a first-time mom or a parenting veteran, on maternity leave or a full-time caregiver, bring your baby and join the fun!

• Register Online for summer I classes (June 1-July 2)
• Download the summer I (June 3-July 2) class registration form (Word doc  PDF)

• Register Online for summer II classes (July 5-31)
• Register Online for summer III classes (August 1-28)
• Download the summer II and III (July and August sessions) class registration form (Word doc  PDF) 

Free event!

Ta'am Shel Shabbat

Fridays

10:00 am

Join our preschoolers for a fun-filled Shabbat celebration each Friday. We will sing Shabbat songs in English and Hebrew, say the blessings and enjoy a snack of challah and grape juice.