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CARE FOR BALI KIDS ORPHANAGE in Denpasar was founded in loving memory of Jodie O’Shea, who was a young Australian woman who tragically died after the bombing in 2002. The Jodie O’Shea Orphanage is a non profit organization and we depend solely on donations from the kindness of others to support the children’s needs. We strive for our children to be healthy, loved and have agood education and be able to go out into the workforce as happy, independent adults We have 54 children from various parts of Indonesia, many from the arid island of Sumba either with no parents or from families who are just too poor and unable to feed and educate the children themselves. So far the year has been busy. Several new children have arrived & a couple of our older children are now in the workforce. Asnat is working for KTI as a jewelry designer and very happy with her new position. Jener graduated from his Hotel Studies at University and has just started working for Desa Seni Resort. We are so proud of both Asnat and Jener and wish them every success for the future. We are very grateful to everyone who supports us with work training programmes, as this is such an important time for the older children and we truly do need all the help that we can get. Baby Sophia joined our family 2 days after she was born. Her mother was too poor to keep her. Now Sophia is gaining weight at a rapid pace and adored by everyone. School has just started and our little Risky is now attending kindergarten at Widya Puspita “Flower of Knowledge Kindergarten”in Canggu. We always welcome visitors and do appreciate donations of food such as milk, fresh fruit, vegetables, chicken, meat, rice etc. Food costs are high and it is vital to give the children good nutrition. Find out more about us on Social - Page

ALLIANCE FRANCAISE DE DENPASAR (the French Institute) in Denpasar is a non-profit organisation, part of a network of more than 1 000 Alliances Françaises around the world. In each country we are regulated by local law, bound by a common purpose to the Paris Alliance, and ruled by a local committee. For over a century, the Alliance Française has been seeing through an ambitious project: spreading French language and culture well beyond the borders of France.In Bali, Yayasan Lembaga Indonesia Perancis has been operating for 20 years, offering French classes for kids, teenagers and adults, and also Indonesian courses. A pioneer in the teaching of French for foreigners, and the only institution in Bali, the Alliance Française launched the targeted system of teaching towards specific foreign languages and learning styles of particular audiences. Today, the Alliance Française is the uncontested authority in teaching French as a foreign language. We offer courses in our premises in Denpasar, but we can also provide classes in primary schools for instance, as part of an extra-curricular activity programme. Schools and kinder gardens like to visit our place as a representation of France, to give kids an insight of the language and the culture. In cooperation with the 4 French Cultural Centres and the other Alliances Françaises in Indonesia, and with the support of the French Embassy in Jakarta, we organise cultural activities that can be French or Franco-Indonesian (films, exhibitions, discussions, concerts, performances, etc.). We also work in close cooperation with the French Consulate in Bali and the French International School in Bali. More about them on our Social - Page	Social
YAYASAN PETULI ALAM in Bunutan Amed is new on our Social page and meeting Charlotte was great. Charlotte basically has set up a full waist management program up in Amed area by herself. Almost all funds came out of her own pocket and now she is lucky to have to local helpers. Petuli Alam has build many rubbish collecting points in Amed area, as well as is educating every single household up there in how to deal with waste. Charlotte told me to her great surprise right from the beginning the bins were full and each week an enormous amount of rubbish is collected this way. When we meet Charlotte ideas came up how to get her program working even more intensive and I am sure we will set up a few astonishing things with Charlotte in the future. To support the work of this incredible woman up there in one of the last places in Bali, please go on our Social - Page	Social
CARE FOR BALI KIDS ORPHANAGE in Denpasar was founded in loving memory of Jodie O’Shea, who was a young Australian woman who tragically died after the bombing in 2002. The Jodie O’Shea Orphanage is a non profit organization and we depend solely on donations from the kindness of others to support the children’s needs. We strive for our children to be healthy, loved and have agood education and be able to go out into the workforce as happy, independent adults We have 54 children from various parts of Indonesia, many from the arid island of Sumba either with no parents or from families who are just too poor and unable to feed and educate the children themselves. So far the year has been busy. Several new children have arrived & a couple of our older children are now in the workforce. Asnat is working for KTI as a jewelry designer and very happy with her new position. Jener graduated from his Hotel Studies at University and has just started working for Desa Seni Resort. We are so proud of both Asnat and Jener and wish them every success for the future. We are very grateful to everyone who supports us with work training programmes, as this is such an important time for the older children and we truly do need all the help that we can get. Baby Sophia joined our family 2 days after she was born. Her mother was too poor to keep her. Now Sophia is gaining weight at a rapid pace and adored by everyone. School has just started and our little Risky is now attending kindergarten at Widya Puspita “Flower of Knowledge Kindergarten”in Canggu. We always welcome visitors and do appreciate donations of food such as milk, fresh fruit, vegetables, chicken, meat, rice etc. Food costs are high and it is vital to give the children good nutrition. Find out more about us on Social - Page	Social
BALI STREET KIDS FOUNDATION is the theme of our year 2010. Our goal is to change minds and help those kids - Now and in the future. So now finally we got them on our Social Page and we hope more and more of you will help them to keep going and support those Balinese kids who need our help most. Ibu Putu, the founder, is almost alone in her work to get those kids a better life. Just look at the picture next to this article. Those kids once were standing on the side of the road bagging. Today they all go to school, live in a home, are save from adults doing them harm, learn skills they never learned before. Just look at those happy smiles... and it is not so difficult to help. If all of us help a little bit together and we all raise awareness more kids will have a better future and will not stand on the side of the road begging anymore. So please, help the foundation in their work to change the life of those kids who really need it most here in Bali. Get more info and in touch with Ibu Putu on our Social - Page	Social
YELLOW COCO CREATIVE NEST in Ubud has become a well known place for creative art for children. Susan Allan and Susiawan have set up a place full of drama, acting, art, exploring and creative input. From camps to special classes, Yellow Coco Creative Nest offers a lot of input for kids. One very special thing I noticed at Yellow Coco Creative Nest - the kids are helping creating the place which is different than taking home all you made. For kids it is a new experience to be a part of a process and to come back in a month, in a year and still find their creation as a part of Yellow Coco Creative Nest. Yellow Coco Creative Nest offers batik art, drama, a wide range of art classes and camps at different times of the year. Material used at Yellow Coco Creative Nest is either recycled or natural- with lowest impact on nature. A truly creative nest for your kids... Find out more about Yellow Coco Creative Nest our Education - Page	Education
CATERPILLARS MONTESSORI SCHOOL is located in Renon villages and brand new. They all new building is wonderful located and equipped with the latest and most creative toys. Owner Eleinna Sutandar Anderson was an Montessori child herself and runs 7 more Montessori Schools in Jakarta, so plenty of experience about running schools. Now she opened one Montessori School here in Bali and I am pretty sure it will not be her last one. Caterpillars offer to all Bali for Kids.com readers 2 weeks of FREE kids camp if you bring their add from the Education - Page and on the 15th January is a family fun day, so all those who are interested to have their child joining a Montessori School shall have a look and contact them soon. I am pretty sure spaces will fill up soon. And there is another great thing about Caterpillars Montessori School: They have a day drop off! So if you have some plans or you are on holidays and want one day off your child, there you go. Find our more about Caterpillars Montessori School on our Education - Page	Education
CMSBALI is moving to Umalas from April on and is taking on new students from the area. After a great success by join Dance Asia as M.A.D. Center for some years, they now formed a new idea which will take place in Umalas with lots of new possibilities. We are happy for CMSBALI to move forward in their journey. As the old saying says: The only constant is change! And change brings in new and better things. Great is that the location might be better for many kids living in the Umalas area, traffic jams down to Kuta been just too much. Better is also the wide range of education they can now offer. From vocal to guitar, drama and even helping your child to get out there, to perform. There is a big difference to things by the way. Some kids just like to learn to sing or act or play and instrument, others really want to get out on the stage, into shows, into film and media. For those kids CMSBALI is simply perfect as the team of CMSBALI wants to help the kids to get out there. So make sure you get your child a space at CMSBALI the moment they open in Umalas... I guess they are going to be super busy soon. Good luck and break a leg! Find our more CMSBALI them on our Education - Page	Education
TANJUNG - WATERLILIES is this little jewel in Ubud Jalan Hannoman. Located in the center of Ubud, Tanjung - Waterlilies has been making kids and adults clothing for many years. Their designs are simple and classic, made from handwoven materials mostly from Bali and just blended in the right way. Tanjung - Waterlilies has clothing from newborn to moms and dads. Specially little girls love the styles just as they are. Big care is taken about styles and quality and all is handmade here in Bali from local workers. Their range of styles is quite big and you will find for sure something that suits your family. Tanjung - Waterlilies designs are a great gift to bring back from Bali, as it is one of the collection being very Bali still. You can order big amounts or just check out their lovely store in Ubud and get more details on our Clothing - Page	Clothing
LITTLE STARS EARLY LEARNING CENTER in Sanur is a great place for your small kids to enjoy time with friends. Little Stars provides a basic experience education for your kids in a wel set up area, there to get the best fun and experience out of your child. Books and lots of reading, as well as hands on experience is essential at Little Stars as well as looking that your child has fun socializing with other kids. The Little Stars team is well trained and has lots of experience in children education for the early years of your child. Check out what LittleStars has to offer for you child on our Education - Page	Education
LITTLE MISS CUPCAKE in Denpasar is a little jewel I found the other day while busy looking forsomething else. There is was on the side of Jalan Tekur Umar. It got my eyes right on it already with the unusual design of their shop in Denpasar. Around I wet and in and ended up in cupcakes heaven. There smiled a whole brigade of stars at me from the top of a cupcake and all looked so yummy and fresh and creative. Even their lollipops have custom made designs on them and the cafe itself is for sure a stop and get a cupcake and a drink in busy Denpasar. Owner Fanny and her family team have worked out the best cupcakes on Bali I seen so far and their other cakes are yummy too. Little Miss Cupcake can deliver your custom made cupcake or birthday cake to your home and they got a whole book of great ideas, so birthday cakes and cupcakes sorted for the future and a treat on Denpasar trips is found now too. Get your cupcakes on our Parties - Page	Parties
PARADISE GYPSIES is one of the latest kids brands in town. Limited edition kids clothing with a cool kick designed by a prof in the design business. With a long time of design experience Paradise Gypsies is made for kids who want something else than the regular, created outside the lines for kids outside the lines. Great accessories with the coolest Tees for kids combined with quality and style. Right now the collection runs only online and via internet shipment, but Paradise Gypsies will soon be in stores all over Bali - so make sure you got this brand in your kids store too, it will be the upcoming super brand in Bali, pretty sure about this and first seen on Bali for Kids.com as usual on our Clothing - Page	Clothing
BLUE DOLPHIN PLAYSKOOL in Seminyak is pretty new open. The playskool is wonderfully set up for 2 - 6 year old kids close to Sunset Road and easy to reach. With 5 different classes and classrooms for each age group Blue Dolphin Play Skool offers daily twice a place for your young kids to interact and play with other kids. The playskool has a wonderful outdoor area with many outdoor toys and even a small kids pool. The classrooms are colorful and save and the teachers dedicated. Blue Dolphin Playskool offers also weekly, monthly or 3 months membership if you are in Bali for a very short time or holidays and you like to enjoy some time off kids. Additional Blue Dolphin Playskool offers regular classes like "Muffin Making" or fun trips where everybody can join fora small free. Contact them soon, I am sure Blue Dolphin will soon fill up its 180 spaces. Find them on our Education - Page	Education
THE REAL HEALTHY COOKING BOOK BY NI ZAIN Finally the right cooking book to get your family healthy. How to cook healthy without wheat, dairy, meat and soy? Ni Zain's first cooking book will introduce you to new ways of cooking, from superfood for your whole family to how to make nut milk in no time. The perfect food plan for those who love to eat but want to turn healthy. Simple recipes with great taste, clear explanations about good and non good food. Ni Zain has mastered to bring her healing and cleansing experience into her background as a long term chief as well as food trainer and kitchen consultant into food. New combinations of food, cut out the bad and still enjoy a rich and tasteful food experience. Perfect for those who love eating, but want to make a change into their food habits. From juicing to breakfast, from curries to raw food, from sweats to treats and all in balance with a great healthy approach to food. A cooking experience which is outstanding and for sure different. Written with love and passion for foodand good food - You are what you eat - From now on healthy! More info and how to order the book on our Food-Stuff - Page & Health - Page	Food-Stuff & Health & Moms
PLOUF & BANZ is something very special for kids in Bali. They have in conjunction with a French designer created swim suits for kids under from 2 - 6 years, which keep your kids floating over water. Means if your child is unattended for a minute, which can always happen, and falls into the pool, your child will come back to the surface. Additional with a Plouf swimsuit kids learn faster swimming if they feel save and your feel save too. Plouf is sold in Waterboom, Sogo@ Bali Collection and Carrefour Sunset, but looks for more outlets, so more kids can be save in the pool. Banz sunglasses come from Australia and give your baby and toddler up to 5 years the protection for their eyes they need for a full day out in the sun. But the glasses can be also used on the bike while driving your child around. As we all know you always get dust and dirt in the eyes and children eyes are even more sensitive. The glasses are save and solid, so they will last for a long time. Check out more about Plouf & Banz products on our Clothing - Page	Clothing
SMILE BALLOON in Sunset Road has grown fast popular. Easy to reach and full of a great selection of birthday decoration. From cups to lampion, from balloons to confetti, Smile Balloon got it all and in many different themes. Barbie? Got it. Spiderman? Got it. My favorite was a wonder candle in the shape of the numbers. When they burn they twist and burn around the line of the numbers. On our last party they where the "Ah" and "open mouths" of the kids. Your next birthday party will be a fast stop at Smile Balloon with all you need to have to get your kids into a real great birthday mood. Get more fun party deco on our Party -Page	Parties
KAFE AT BALISPIRIT in Ubud just got more space now. Remember those days when you walked in and out right away. No more space and your really just wanted to sit down and have one of their dishes. Well now there is more space upstairs where the Bali Spirit Office used to be - so an area loaded with creative energy. Now there are lots more tables and you know what? When I was there the other day, upstairs was almost full again, lots of families with kids for breakfast and all sorts of colorful people. KAFE got a big menu with lots of healthy food and you can make your choice of wheat free or not and add what you want to have to make your meal the experience you want it to be. So your next time in Ubud, get some of their great soups, salads or multi cultural dishes with your kids and get some of that Bali Spirit upstrairs....More about KAFE on our Food-Stuff - Page	Food-Stuff
SANDRA is also one of our newest entrees and I was very happy to meet her, we really needed a therapist on Bali for Kids.com, because living in paradise can sometime be a bit challenging too. Specially for our expat kids who grow up without their family and community roots. Sandra a highly facilitated therapist and counselor for families and kids here in Bali. She works with adults, women and children on different levels of mental development. She has been a therapist in schools, as well as she did retreats for women. Today, she offers a wide range of first of all experience and education. She has a professional background from the UK, but has learned many different techniques such as hypnotherapy, The conscious Bars, Emotional Freedom Technique and many others. Sandra works on two levels: Her professional experience, but also has learned to use her intuition and feeling to detect deep sitting issues. She is able to point out problems directly and helps you and your family to work those issues out. I would call Sandra a true Bali Expat Therapist, equipped with the knowledge and experience you need to work and help people living and visiting this island of healing. Find out more about Sandra on our Health - Page	Health
EMY TRIANI STUDIO was a place I found by accident, but you know,those are the best. I cruised around Penestanan in Ubud and saw the studio and a sigh with painting classes.The studio already has the wonderful creative touch, so there I was calling for Emy. Within short time I convinced her to join Bali for Kids.com and we had a look at her work - hanging around her studio - her classes and art. Emy herself is working either in Balinese traditional painting which she give s touch of ART NOUVEAU or does her own wonderful inspired paintings. But we also had a look at the works of her students and I was really impressed when she told me they could do such great work already after a few hours. Emy gives private and group classes, she got a great drop in price for kids and you can just check out for one time or come back as often as you wish. She has facilitated school kids from international schools around Bali, as well as visitors to Bali or local kids who want to learn painting. Emy comes from a background of painters and lives in a village full of famous painters. She is also a part of the Seniwati Gallery and I am sure Emy will be soon one of the famous painters in Bali, so get your kids learning with her while she still has her wonderful little studio uptown Ubud. Find our more about Emy on our Education - Page	Education
GREEN KITCHEN & ORGANIC FARM in Sidemen is very lovely set up for those interested in Balinese cooking. Green Kitchen & Organic Farm is located in one of Bali's yet less explored areas, which is green and rich and full of wonderful rice fields and creative Balinese art. Join in for a day to go to a Balinese market, pick your food fresh together with your kids and than cooking it the traditional Balinese way. How to make sambal and bumbu for your vegetables? Your kids will love it, as it is full hands on cooking. For your kids this will be for sure a unique experience and a jump in the nearby river will be more than just fun, it will be the real deal of how Balinese live their daily life. I recommend this class for kids at all ages, but I am sure "Seen all" teenagerswill love this unique class and experience with the team of Green Kitchen & Organic Farm in Sidemen. Find our more about this unique class up in the hills of Bali on our Food-Stuff - Page	Food-Stuff
KINTAN FLORIST in Kerobokan was on my list for a long time. Ibu Ayu is a mother herself and has a real love for flowers. If for birthday parties or weddings, she arranges great bouquet and decorations. All year around you can order Kintan Florist's wonderful pieces of flower art. Want to order in advance before you come to Bali? Sent Ibu Ayu a mail and your flowers will be ready at your place of choice and in time. Big party? No problem, Kintan Florist team will come and turn your place into something really special. So time to get some flowers in your home - they make life always special. Find our more about Kintan Florist on our Services & more - Page	Services & More
VILLA SENANG AND VILLA GEMBIRA in Batubelig are two wonderful set up family villas for your very special family holidays in Bali. Villa Senang has 4 bedrooms, Villa Gembira has 2 bedrooms, both villas have a big swimming pool and garden area where you kids can play. The villas are in walking distance from the beach in Batubelig, as well as close to many well known restaurants in the Batubelig area and the Canggu Club is just a few minutes drive away too. The villas have all what you need with your family - big kitchens with all you need in them set up, friendly and kids welcoming staff, TV's, WiFi and big areas for your kids to play. Each villa can be rent by itself or both together, as they have an enclosed joined entrance which connects the villas. You can find out more about those wonderful villas on our Holidays - Page	Holidays
BALI ARTEMEDIA in Denpasar is a heaven for those who are into art. From canvas to oil paint, from knitting items to special items for your handy crafts. For children Bali Artemedia has plenty of imported high quality items for creative homework, as well as their well known regular classes. From pottery to painting, from clay work to other special classes, Bali Artemedia has a big range for your kids to get into creative arts. Their space is created to enchant ideas and kids love to join the classes, as well as Bali Artemedia's holidays programs. To join Bali Artemedia or to go shopping at their places check out our Workshops & Camps - Page	Workshops & Camps
PARAGLIDING BALI is located on the Bukit and run by very experienced David, whohas learned paragliding with a student of the late Bernad from Exofly. David has in a short time made more flys than many other in their life time and is extemlyentushastic about his sport, so much, he now take people on tandem fly's over the cliffs of Nusa Dua, which is a stunning and wonderful exciting experience. Jump of a 75m ridge edge and reach heights of 150 m and more. Flights are about 20 to 30 minutes and depends on weather and wind conditions. Paragliding Bali offers your kids to fly like a bird here in Bali with the stunning views over landscapes and the ocean around the Bukit. For sure a life time experience. Want to fly solo? A two days introduction will get your older kids and you to learn the basics of paragliding and fly by yourself for the first time. Or get a 7 days intensive course and get your Novice Pilots licence so you can fly all over the world. Want to fly now, so contact Paragliding Bali via our Sport - Page	Sport
SULY RESORT in Ubud in the new and old Bali in a real mix. A foundation run resort, where young Balinese learn hotel skills hands on, as well as a traditional ambience and style. The resort has over 60 rooms - from simply hotel rooms over viewing the rice fields of Ubud to big family suits. Two pools give enough space to all guests and the in house restaurant serves breakfast and local food, while another restaurant is run by the same team that owns Sari Organic in Ubud's rice fields. For families there are plenty of activities, which are provided by the youth team of the Foundation, such as Balinese dance lessons, offering making and many more. On Sundays the resort has set up an open door day where it welcomes everyone for a free swim, Balinese dance classes and Gambelan music, as well as food and many other stalls from different places in Ubud. At Suly Resort your family is close to many local activities and the spirit of the old Bali is in every corner. Find outmore about Suly Resort in Ubud on our Holidays - Page	Holidays
HIGH FLY BALI SCHOOL at Bali Dynasty Resort in Kuta is new, brand new! Finally a place where your kids and you can fly like the acrobats at Cirque de Solei. Trapeze is gymnastic in the air and rocks. Kids from 5 years and adults can join the fun on the trapeze at High Fly Bali School. Only condition is that you are brave enough to get up in the trapeze - your child will be secured by a safety belt and guided by professional staff from the High Fly Bali School - and you are able to old your weight with your arms. For those who want to do regular swings, High Fly Bali will soon set up a regular class on Saturdays with special packages for those who live long in Bali. I am very happy Bali has now a trapeze that is open to public and kids can experience their own circus in Bali or during their Bali holidays. Thanks to the team of High Fly Bali to give us a new attraction here in Bali. Get your trapeze experience on our Sport - Page	Sport
HOORAH SCHOOL in Denpasar was on my list for a long, long time. I passed many times since the day they opened and finally Imanaged toget them on Bali for Kids.com. The school turned out to be even more than I thought it was. First I thought is was just a preschool for little kids, but once I was toured around the buildings I was impressed. I think it is the biggest pre-school we have so far in Bali. Lots of classrooms for the kids and wonderful colors everywhere. The kids have many special classes such as Mandarin and English with native speakers, as well as a big swimming pool. The outdoor area is set up like a pirate ship and new areas for day care and special classes are just added right now. The school has also a baby spa, where babies get full on input, as well as special needs facilities. I watched a few classes and the kids where happy and focused and the teachers well trained. I wishsuch a school existed for my ones long time ago. So parents you got to check this preschool out on our Education - Page	Education
FIVI & ASSOCIATES are located in Ubud and I meet her during one of her lunch Bahasa meeting projects. Fivi & Associates are offering many different classes to adults. From Balinese Cooking Class to Indonesian Sweat Making, which is introducing you to many sweat local dishes. She also has a very interesting fruit class where meet and greet local fruits you never seen before. Sure an interesting class to join for those new to Bali. Additional Fivi & Associates offers different Bahasa Indonesia Classes for your family. New in Bali? Don't understand anything? Time to get some real Bahasa Indonesia to get around in Bali. So if you like to get some more inside knowledge into Indonesian food and language please check out Fivi & Associates on our Moms - Page	Moms
ELLIE'S RESORT in Nusa Dua is a small and simple place to stay with your kids. Away from the hassle and buzzle of the main places, it is hidden in the hills of Nusa Dua, but only short distance to Jimbaran Bay or any other great beach at Nusa Dua. The rooms are simple but comfortable, families are very welcome and the guests mixed from all over the world. The resort has a pool and small restaurant where breakfast is served as well as a roof terasse where you can see stunning views. Ellie's Resort is a cozy little place for those families on a smaller budget or for long term stays. I am sure you will have a great time with your family exploring a different side of Bali - find our more about Ellie's Resort on our Holidays - Page	Holidays
VIDIBEL in Seminyak has a great selection of high quality kids clothing. Located just in the center of Jalan Raya Seminyak, Vidibel is easy to find to make a stop by. Their kids collections are made from 100% cotton and many items are from 100% organic materials. From newborn to 12 years Vidibel has funky T-Shirts and baby items with the coolest prints - from Bob Marley to Heavy metal rocker designs, Vidibel has set up some fun stuff for kids. Other brands sold at Vidibel Store are Achintya Arum Collection, Pokito and a few other brands.You will also find a selection of handmade shoes, bags and fun stuff for kids. Vidibel is a classic kids store with a big selection for all ages and gender. Visit Vidibel on our Clothing - Page	Clothing
ONE STOP EVENTS BALI in Kerobokan has it all. Got a party? One Stop Events Bali has what you need to throw the best party of your life. For your kids party One Stop Events Bali offers a great selection of fun stuff, from bouncy castle, to face painting, to party games your kids will have lots of fun. Need a good sound system for your party? One Stop Events Bali can help you with this one too. No time to organize food? One Stop Events will fully cater your party to your needs and your family can just enjoy the fun of the day. Need more entertainment? Foto booth and a great selection of costumes will make your kids party super colorful. The team of One Stop Events Bali is big and experienced in all party needs. Find out more about One Stop Events Bali on our, guess what? Party - Page	Parties