Located in the attractive, modern beachfront Ventnor Library building; the cultural arts center…read moreoffers has an art studio area and a dance studio area and offers exercise, dance, and art classes for both adults and children (separate classes). In addition they organize various special events, such as a periodic outdoor/indoor art show where local artists and handicraft vendors can show their stuff.. Information about the classes they offer is available on their website: http://www.ventnorarts.org/ . see my Ventnor Library review for info about the whole library building complex.

I took a yoga training class here and was initially expecting a space that wasn't very nice. My…read moreexpectations were immediately blown away when I saw what this space actually was... a nice library, an art workshop, and a ballet studio all in one! The back of the center features a playground for the kids. There are numerous classes held here for young and old alike. In other words, there's something for everyone.

Edward is an excellent teacher! He teaches all types of dancing and we really enjoy going for…read morelessons. My husband and I recently started taking lessons with Ed and he was able to teach me steps that I have always wanted to learn and I was amazed how quickly Ed was able to teach me. We plan on attending every week and can't wait to learn all that Ed has to offer ( which is a lot of different dance styles) We would strongly encourage anyone interested in dancing lessons and a variety of dance styles to give Ed a call!! Ballroom dancing is so fun and elegant... can't wait till our next lesson Kris and Jimmy

Edward is a great instructor. Got us dancing quickly for child's wedding. His schedule fills up…read morequickly.

English Creek Academy is a great childcare center. The staff is friendly and professional, while…read morethe environment is clean and welcoming. It's clear they do a good job keeping things organized and running smoothly.

I`m not sure where to start with this babysitting facility. There`s young girls running around…read morelistening to rap music and there considered your teachers. Yes young girls who never experienced anything like taking care of a child. The owner is a witch and talks down to you like she has a masters degree in early education. Surprise I`ve checked you out not the case here. The kicker was when I found out the state pays for lunch in all daycares in new jersey that follow the healthy lunch guidelines, but English creek academy double dips and charges you anyway. Anyone who stays here is obviously staying here because it`s convenient for their job and situation. JOKE!

Great experience! We've done paint parties and a woodworking class. I'm looking forward to taking…read morethe kids in for a kids paint class. The owner Wendy is so nice and helpful.

Absolutely love this place. It not only is a perfect place for the kids, but the staff and the…read moredirector are phenomenal. I had unexpected issues that resulted in me being behind on payments, stressing me out completely, and was told, " Your kids are family. Take as much time as you need." Keeping my mind and heart at peace, if anyone is looking for peace of mind, a place that not only works with you but treats your kids like family, this is the place for you. I love Tiny Tots, and you will too.

I love Tiny Tots Academy! My son has grown so much in the past 4 months. Certain academics he…read morewasn't interested in before, he has grown to love. Also, there is an Amerikick karate facility next door, they dress my son in his uniform and take him to his classes every Friday. This is a huge help, as I can't take my son on that day. They also have an app that is great. They upload pictures throughout the days, showing what the children are learning and working on. It's easy to message the teachers who then quickly respond. There are many great things I can say about this establishment! I also just enrolled my youngest son as well. Heather

Great theater! Exceptional selection of shows out. The…read moretheater itself is beautiful and a fair size. My family and I went to watch Elf for Christmas and it was great, the actors were fabulous. The whole production was great. If you're down the shore and have the time - this is a great option for your list!

A night at the Surflight theater makes for a wonderful evening out here on LBI. The cast and crew…read moreput on an incredible show of Titanic the Musical. A ton of great talent, and wonderful production value, especially for a small local theater. Add in the charm of the local staff and you've found a well rounded theater community who care deeply for the theater and making it a positive experience for all who walk through their doors . The Surflight theater offers a wide range of productions, from musicals to comedy nights plus family friendly matinees that are good for the family. Be sure to check their website for their upcoming shows!

Aloha! The perfect…read moretype of Cirque show to see if a person has never seen one and does not know if they would like this type of entertainment. At a little over an hour long and a mere $20 it's a bargain for this highly enjoyable show and a great low cost way to check one out if in AC. This show features a Polynesian theme and includes fire eaters, dancers and acrobats performing death defying feats with a fun luau vibe. The cast is top notch and performs many Cirque du Soleil stunts such as the wheel of death, spinning from ropes above the stage and flying above the audience, feats of strength, hoola hoop craziness, aerialists, contortionists, and the Cirque humor throughout. All this occurs with terrific backround music performed by a few talented musicians - a drummer/percussionist and a lady who played at least three stringed instruments and a flute - setting a perfect atmosphere to accompany each performance. It's kind of like a mini-Cirque show. Fun, energetic, humorous, not overly long, and easy on the wallet. Definitely worth the time to check out if in Atlantic City. Performaces run from summer until end of Sept, and then starting up again in Nov. As the show itself is on the short side it left us wanting to see more and wish it was longer, but was still a great entertainment value. Aloha!

This was described on the show's website as a "Cirque du Soleil-type show."…read more The ONLY thing they have in common is the word "cirque." Let me make this very clear: Cirque Polynesian is NOT produced by Cirque du Soleil, and has no connection with Cirque du Soleil, but CP evidently wants to give you the impression that they are affiliated without blatantly lying about it. Only once before in my life have I felt such despair at the complete waste of an hour I can never get back. This show had absolutely NO redeeming qualities as entertainment AT ALL: EVERYTHING was done on the ultra-ultra cheap and was totally amateur. The sets and props looked like any old crap the producers found in a motley collection of junkyards and basements (I swear that a platform used by a guy who balanced atop some tubes while juggling was my grandma's kitchen table from 1955 with some tinsel wrapped around the legs!). The costumes were uniformly cheap and cheesy, and didn't even match, as though the performers were given some general guidelines re what to wear and were then left to bring in their own outfits. There was no continuity to the show and the transitions from act to act were jarring and choppy; it seemed the producers just hired whoever was available with whatever kind of act and then simply threw them together with no eye towards making any kind of a cohesive show. The music was pedestrian and mostly NOT live: the drummer may have been playing live, but the woman strumming guitars, ukuleles, etc., was definitely NOT playing, as a few times she stopped strumming while the guitar part (or whatever) continued. No, she was just there for sex appeal. And that was the extent of the "live band," two pieces, although the music track had a horn section, etc. I'd guess the budget for the whole sorry, godforsaken mess - costumes, sets, props, lights, sound, music, salaries, etc. - was around $11.82. Perhaps a little less. You'd find a more professional production at any high school variety show, and you'd have a better time, even if it wasn't your kid onstage. I don't like to disparage the performers because they do try, and I can't blame them for taking a paying gig, so let me just say the overall level of talent matched the rest of the production. This show was a truly dreary and depressing affair; I'd probably have had more fun ripping up the $30 per ticket and flushing it down the toilet. One of our party had never seen a real Cirque du Soleil show; immediately after this one ended, I begged her not to let this horror scare her off from seeing the beauty and wonder of a real Cirque show (sadly for me, none of my friends are talking to me right now, but I guess I deserve it: this was my idea. I have a lot to atone for.) The best thing about the whole mess was the end - and I mean AFTER the finale. When it was FINALLY over, after an hour that felt like THREE, what it left me wanting was to see some enjoyable, uplifting, professional entertainment: preferably a real Cirque du Soleil show. None to be had in the area right now, alas (one coming next summer, though). If Cirque du Soleil were a five-star gourmet dinner prepared by a world-class chef, Cirque Polynesian would be a moldy bologna sandwich festering forgotten in the back of your refrigerator - but the moldy sandwich might leave a better taste in your mouth than Cirque Polynesian.

There are not enough great things to say about Ron Mortellite, the Drum instructor at Cygnus in…read moreEHT. Brought my son in, Ron spent an hour and a half with him. I immediately signed him up. Just the difference in a month was great, and 3 months was, just, WOW. One Indoor and Outdoor Percussion Competition Season and many awards later, I cannot thank him enough. Constant encouragement, he instills CONFIDENCE as well as talent. If you're sitting on the fence, well, STOP, lol! Thanks, Ron!