Programs

Programs That Create Possibility.

New Avenue Inc. creates programs and opportunities that help youth, families, and communities learn, grow, connect, and thrive.

5 programs

Nail'd on the Avenue Youth Nail Tech Program flyer — ages 10–18, Wednesday and Thursday nights, first class November 11
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Youth ProgramsArts & Media

Nail'd on the Avenue Youth Nail Tech Program

Creativity, confidence, skills and opportunity — a youth nail tech program powered by Talon Fever.

Nail'd on the Avenue is New Avenue Inc.'s youth nail tech program, powered by Talon Fever. Youth explore, create and express — turning passion into a skill through hands-on learning, positive mentorship and a fun, creative environment.

Ages:
Ages 10–18
Schedule:
Wednesday & Thursday nights · 6:30–8:30 PM
Location:
140 Washington St., Florissant, MO
Start date:
November 11, 2026

Only 10 youth spots are available. Transportation to and from class is required, and attendance is required to remain in the program.

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New Avenue Culinary Arts Program flyer — young chefs cooking together in the kitchen
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Youth ProgramsWorkforce Programs

Flavor Lab Culinary Arts Program

More than just cooking — skills, creativity, science, and fun!

Get ready to mix, create, and turn up the flavor! New Avenue Inc.'s Flavor Lab Culinary Arts Program is where cooking meets creativity, science, and music.

Youth ages 10–16 will explore hands-on cooking, learn real recipes and kitchen techniques, and discover how STEM concepts like measurement, math, and food science come to life in the kitchen. Participants will also build nutrition awareness, teamwork, confidence, and practical life skills.

With an amazing instructor who brings music into the cooking experience, every session is designed to be engaging, interactive, and fun. Whether your youth is already excited about cooking or just curious to try something new, Flavor Lab is a place to learn, create, and grow.

Real recipes. Real skills. Real fun. Bigger opportunities.

The program begins Monday, October 19 and runs Mondays 6:00–8:00 PM and Saturdays 9:00–11:00 AM, with graduation on November 21.

Ages:
Ages 10–16
Schedule:
Mondays 6:00–8:00 PM · Saturdays 9:00–11:00 AM
Location:
UG Commissary, Bridgeton
Start date:
October 19, 2026
Graduation:
November 21, 2026

Only 10 youth spots are available. Some transportation will be provided, based on approval.

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Impact XP Youth Esports League: EA Sports Madden NFL 27, Tekken 8, and NBA 2K 1v1 competition — you've got a gamer, we've got a team
Current Program
Youth ProgramsSTEM & Technology

Impact XP Esports Development Program

Impact XP is a youth esports development program that helps middle and high school students build real-world skills, positive relationships, and future opportunities through gaming.

Serves:
Middle school & high school students
Schedule:
Compete on Saturdays 10:00 AM–1:00 PM
Location:
Dellwood Rec Center, Dellwood, MO 63136
Start date:
October 24, 2026

Season 1 games: Madden NFL 27, Tekken 8, and NBA 2K. $200 entry fee per team — payment deadline October 15, 2026.

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Youth laughing and working together around a table during a New Avenue school-break camp
Current Program
Youth Programs

Break on the Avenue

New Avenue's school-break camp programming, providing youth with safe, engaging, and structured programming whenever school is out.

Serves:
Youth ages 7–15
Ages:
Ages 7–15
Schedule:
Offered during Thanksgiving Break, Christmas/Winter Break, Spring Break, and Summer Break
Start date:
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Thanksgiving Break Camp: November 23–25, 7:30 AM–3:30 PM. $40 per day includes breakfast, lunch, snacks and all activities. Optional after care until 6:00 PM for $10 per hour. For students ages 7–15. Limited to 15 students; students must have their own transportation.

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New Avenue mentor guiding a young DJ at the turntables and laptop
Current Program
Youth ProgramsArts & Media

Youth Media & Broadcasting — Beat District Radio

Hands-on broadcasting, podcasting, audio production, and storytelling for youth — home of Beat District Radio.

Ages:
Ages 13–18
Start date:
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