Don’t Forget to GIVE LOCAL on May 3rd!

In only a few short months, IBELC will be participating in Give Local 757, a 24-hour event that aims to raise up to $1 million for 200 of our local nonprofits.  Join the movement by scheduling a reminder today to give to all of your favorite LOCAL nonprofits on this historic day.  Just click here!

Giving Day Reminder

Holiday Cards Are Now On Sale!

Holiday cards are now on sale! Priced at $10, cards are sold in packs of 10 (with envelopes) and feature artwork created by one of IBELC’s own students. All proceeds directly benefit IBELC. Visit our center or see a board member to purchase your holiday cards today!
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Join us for the First Annual “Walk for the Young Child”!

Join us at I.C Norcum High School on April 18, 2015 for a Walk-a-thon as we celebrate the “Week of the Young Child”! The event starts at 9:00am and will end at 12:00pm.  We will have music, refreshments, and PRIZES! Register by April 1st and receive a FREE event t-shirt! (T-shirts only guaranteed to the first 100 who register).  All proceeds from this event will directly benefit Ida Barbour ELC.  See a Board member or visit our Center to pick up a registration form.  Forms are also available at Walgreens and CVS on Frederick Blvd. in Portsmouth, the Churchland YMCA, and the Portsmouth Main Library on Court Street…or download your registration form here!

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IBELC’s “Motown Holiday Show 2014”

On December 16, 2014, the students and teachers of Ida Barbour Early Learning Center put on a holiday concert at the Sports Hall of Fame in Olde Towne. This “Motown Holiday Show” featured singing and dancing, and also included a short fashion show. Turnout for the show was excellent, and all of the students and staff did a fantastic job! Special thanks go out the the ladies from Harbourview Bon Secours for the adorable dresses worn by our models!