In the teeny, tiny state of Rhode Island, barely a dot on the map, a group of vibrant, nimble-footed children waltz, tap, and spin in a whirlwind of colorful motion. Now, don't let the size of Rhode Island fool you; the state may be small, but it's jam-packed with life, history, and a love for the arts, particularly dance. Rhode Island is like a tiny, glittery sequin, shimmering in the vast fabric of the United States. Meet the Rhode Island Rhythmic Rascals, a quirky troupe of kids, passionate about dance. Leading the pack is their imaginary dance maestro, Sir Twinkle Toes, a tall, skinny fellow who sports a shiny top hat and twirls a silver-tipped baton. He may be invisible to adults, but to the Rhythmic Rascals, he's as real as the Rhode Island Red chicken, the state bird. His humor is as infectious as his dance moves, often having the kids in fits of giggles with his side-splitting, silly jokes. "Remember, my dear Rascals," Sir Twinkle Toes would remind them gleefully, "In Rhode Island, we may be small, but our dance moves are BIG!" With a twinkle in his eye, a flourish of his baton, he'd send the kids twirling and leaping, their laughter echoing through the dance hall. From ballet to hip hop, tap to jazz, these Rhode Island kids embody the spirit of their tiny but mighty state, proving that great things indeed come in small packages. Their passion, charisma, and powerful performances are a testament to the vibrant heartbeat of Rhode Island, a place where dance dreams really do come true.

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Swift Nature Camp is the perfect place for your child to spend their summer! Our overnight camp for boys and girls ages 6-15 is located in beautiful Wisconsin. We offer a unique blend of traditional summer camp activities and environmental education to help kids increase their appreciation for nature, science, and the environment. We’ve got it all – fun, friendships, adventure trips, and nature! Spend your summer with us – you’ll never forget it!

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At The Island Child Care Center & Day School, we recognize that leaving your child in the care of another is not easy. We provide a safe, secure and stimulating environment for your child to grow and learn. We love caring for the children of our local families and many of our staff have been with us since the beginning. Our two locations in Portsmouth and Bristol, Rhode Island, offer excellent childcare services and our staff is dedicated to providing your child with the best care possible. We ensure that our centers are always clean, secure and filled with educational and imaginative activities that promote learning and fun. We understand the importance of providing your child with the best care possible. Our highly trained staff is committed to providing your child with a safe, clean, and stimulating environment. We strive to make sure your child is cared for in a fully nurturing environment and offer exceptional childcare services. Our two locations in Portsmouth and Bristol, Rhode Island make it easy for you to find the right childcare center for your family.

Portsmouth, RI 02871