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Grow Here!

Cleveland-Ripley Neighborhood Center

720 Fairmont Parkway
Pasadena, Texas 77504
Phone: 713-944-9186

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Neighborhood Centers Inc. has been a part of the Pasadena/South Houston community since 1948 providing recreational, education and enrichment programs for all ages even before the Cleveland-Ripley center opened its doors in 1968.

Cleveland-Ripley Neighborhood Center offers a variety of education and enrichment classes for all ages at convenient times and minimal cost.

Call or visit the center to become a member and gain full access to classes and events.
 
What the Center Offers You:
 
Cleveland-Ripley offers many ways to grow, year round for the whole family, including:
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Opportunities to be a Part of Your Community
  • Instant access to all Neighborhood Centers Inc. community centers
  • Member discounts on space rentals for your events
  • Opportunities to volunteer
  • Community and holiday celebrations


Education & Enrichment for the Whole Family

Build or enhance your skills at convenient times with a minimal membership fee of $100 per year per family or $30 for youth and seniors. This includes classes to develop a hobby, meet new people, or continue your education. Frequently offered classes include:

  • Computer classes
  • English as a second language (ESL)
  • Music classes: piano, guitar, violin
  • Karate
  • Cake decorating

 
 
Specialized Programs in:

Family Health & Wellness
  • Health fairs and screenings, connection to health care providers
  • Fitness classes, Nutrition and Cooking Programs
  • Year-round Health and Wellness classes on-site for the whole family

Leadership & Community Engagement
  • Opportunities to help your neighborhood grow and prosper
  • Connections to your neighbors, legislators, city officials and community leaders
  • Leadership classes

Personal Financial Success
  • Tools, resources and workshops to help you plan for a stronger financial future
  • Free tax preparation services, including ITIN applications, for qualifying families
  • Small-business development seminars

Immigration & Citizenship
  • Guidance through the application process
  • Connection to social and legal resources
  • Immigration workshops and forums

Youth Programs

After-School Programs
The center offers care for 5-13 year olds and a youth enrichment program 14-18 year olds, Monday through Friday. Participants receive:
  • Help with daily homework
  • Tutoring, as needed
  • Opportunities to learn new skills, meet new friends and broaden horizons
  • Enrichment activities

Summer Day Camps
Cleveland-Ripley offers 5-13 year olds a 10-week summer day camp Monday-Friday. This program offers:
  • Supervised, fun-filled days
  • Opportunities to learn about different cultures
  • Weekly field trips
  • Fun activities such as arts and crafts, sports and fitness, cooking and nutrition classes and more
Summer programs for ages 14-18 vary by site and include summer youth employment opportunities, community service projects, enrichment activities and field trips.
 
Campus-based Social Services & Collaborations
 
  • Harris County Department of Education
  • Consulate General of Mexico
  • Houston Food Bank
  • Community Health Choice
  • Houston Volunteer Lawyers Program
  • Texas Children's Health Plan
  • The Bridge Over Troubled Waters
  • Houston Council on Drugs and Alcohol
  • American Red Cross
  • Pasadena Independent School District
  • ABC Dental

View a calendar of this month's events and classes on our Facebook Group.