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Harbach-Ripley Neighborhood Center

Harbach-Ripley Neighborhood Center

6225 Northdale
Houston, Texas 77087
Phone: 713-641-6321

Map & Directions 
METRO Routes: 
Walking distance from 5 Southmore
and the 73 Bellfort Crosstown

 

At Harbach-Ripley Neighborhood Center, you can grow to be your best. Become a member and get connected to programs, services, and activities to help you achieve your dreams while strengthening your family and community.

Harbach-Ripley Neighborhood Center was built in 1959 by the Daniel and Edith Ripley Foundation. Since then, the center has provided a safe and friendly atmosphere for local residents to learn new things and an opportunity for them to participate in community activities. 

Call or visit the center to become a member and gain full access to classes and events.
 
What the Center Offers You:
 
Harbach-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
  • English as a second language (ESL)
  • Aerobics
  • 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
Harbach-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.
 
Charter School - TEA Exemplary School

Neighborhood Centers Inc. Charter School Harbach-Ripley Campus offers a well-balanced, child-centered education in a culture of high achievement from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. For more information, call 713-641-6321 or click here.
 
Campus-based Social Services & Collaborations
  • YWCA Senior Services
  • Houston Food Bank
  • SUNNY FUTURES Healthy Start
  • The Children's Museum of Houston
  • The Faulk Foundation
  • Workforce Solutions
  • Houston Community College

 

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