When the sun shines bright, high and warmest, children sense summer heading their way. A parents’ usual dilemma , how to keep their children occupied during the school break. This summer, activities that teach can help enrich a child’s summer experience.

Get active with Ballet Academy of Cebu Summer Dance Workshop from April 9 to June 2, 2012. The workshop offers diverse dance genres like Hip Hop for girls and boys ages 3 years old; Nursery song ballet for children ages 3 years old; Children’s ballet for children ages 6 years old; and teen and adult ballet for beginners and advanced classes. Full workshop fee is P5,000. For more details, call Ballet Academy of Cebu at (032) 238 82 76. Ballet Academy is located at the second floor of the main mall building of Banilad Town Centre.

Get talking in another language at Speedtalk Language Training Center with the Summer Enrichment Program for kids 6-12 years old. Designed to empower youngsters for the future, Speedtalk offers popular programs for kids like Mandarin, Japanese, Fookien (Amoy) and Personality Development. Plus, together with partners who are specialists in their respective fields, Art Workshop, Basic Photography, Bamboo Flute, and Creative Crafts are also available programs. It’s a child’s one-stop-shop this summer in one convenient location. Classes will run from April 16-May 31, 2012. For more details, call Speedtalk Language Training Center at (032) 416 1618 – 1718. SpeedTalk is located at the second floor of the main mall building of Banilad Town Centre.





Get cooking with the Lil’Chefs Summer Academy at Banilad Town Center. Classes are open for little foodies from 9-13 years old. Learn to cook New York-style pizza, Krua Thai Pad Thai, Dimsum Break Dumpling, Tabléa Dessert and Breakfast treats with Chef Lor Torres of Academy for International Culinary Arts (AICA). For more information call BTC Customer Service 345.3260 to 61. Limited slots only. Classes start April 24, Tuesday to May 5, 2012.

Banilad Town Centre encourages learning this summer with workshops and activities that help children grow emotionally and socially in a fun-filled environment that builds lasting friendships and enhanced self –esteem. Enjoy the BTC style of living with a variety of shopping and dining options along the lifestyle strip to cater to your every need and whim. Banilad Town Centre is located along Gov. Cuenco Ave. and is open from Monday to Sunday; for updates and more information contact Customer Service at (032) 345 32 60 – 61. For a list of stores, promotions and activities visit www.baniladtowncentre.com .