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Parents, it’s time to break open the summer planner and see what vacation Bible school or other values-oriented day camp fits your calendar to help prevent that “I’m bored” refrain you are so often bombarded with this time of year.
Let’s face it, it’ll give you a little peace, too, while your kids learn some terrific stories on important themes, biblical or otherwise, while having some fun doing it.
So, without further delay, here are several camps happening in our area this summer, listed by month.
If your VBS program or values-oriented day camp is missing from this list, email tracysimmons@favs.news, and we’ll add it!
JUNE
Millwood Community Presbyterian Church, Spokane
Date: June 17-20, 2019
Time: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Ages: 4 years-6th Grade
Theme: Roar! Life is Wild, God is Good—Roar is filled with incredible Bible-learning experiences kids see, hear, touch, and even taste!
Address: 3223 N. Marguerite Rd., Spokane, WA
More information/register: http://www.millwoodpc.org/kids-club
Spokane First Church of the Nazarene, Spokane
Date: June 17-20, 2019
Time: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Ages: 4 years-6th Grade
Theme: Shipwrecked! Rescued by Jesus
Address: 9004 N. Country Homes Blvd., Spokane, WA
More information/register: https://sfnaz.org/events/vbs2019/
First Presbyterian Church, Spokane
Date: June 17-21, 2019
Time: 9:15 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Ages: 4 years-Children entering 4th Grade
Theme: Roar! Life is Wild, God is Good—Kids explore God’s goodness and celebrate a ferocious faith that powers them through this wild life.
Address: 318 S. Cedar, Spokane, WA
More information/register: http://www.spokanefpc.org/childrens
Cost: $30 per child, $75 maximum per family
Hamblen Park Presbyterian Church, Spokane
Date: June 24-28, 2019
Time: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Ages: 4 years-6th Grade
Theme: To Mars and Beyond—Kids explore where God’s power can take them.
Address: 4102 S. Crestline Street, Spokane, WA
More information/register: https://tmab.cokesburyvbs.com/
Cost: $30 per child/$45 family
Manito United Methodist Church, Spokane
Date: June 17-20, 2019
Time: 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Ages: 8-18
Theme: Christian Skit Vacation Bible School—Participants will be learning and performing Bible stories through skits! A simple “kids dinner” will be provided each night. The first hour, children will learn their skits, and the second hour will be spent building props and stage backgrounds.
Address: 3220 S. Grand Blvd., Spokane, WA
More information/register: https://www.manitoumc.org/
Medical Lake Baptist Church, Medical Lake
Date: June 17-21, 2019
Time: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Ages: K-6th Grade
Theme: Giddy Up Junction—Kids will be headed out to the Old West, taking God’s love to new frontiers through games, music, crafts, Bible stories, and more. Lunch included.
Address: 864 N. Graham Road, Medical Lake, WA
More information/register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vacation-bible-school-giddy-up-junction-tickets-62318526390?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Our Lady of Fatima Southside Vacation Bible School, Spokane
Date: June 17-21, 2019
Time: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Ages: 4 years-5th Grade
Theme: Set Sail with the Holy Trinity, Featuring St. Patrick—This distinctively Catholic VBS will set kids sail on a voyage with St. Patrick and travel with him on his quest to spread Christianity.
Address: 3327 S. Perry, Spokane, WA
More information/register: https://staugustinespokane.com/vbs-southside-vacation-bible-school-summer
Cost: First child-$40, second and third child-$10, fourth+ free.
Bethel Church of the Nazarene, Spokane
Date: June 24-27, 2019
Time: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Ages: K-6th Grade
Theme: Mega Sports Camp FUNdamentals—Kids will learn the fundamentals of basketball, soccer, or cheerleading while exploring biblical truths (or Faith FUNdamentals) that will help them succeed through life’s challenges.
Address: Sheridan Elementary School, 3737 E. 5th, Spokane, WA
More information/register: 509-534-7751
Cost: $5 per child
Manito Presbyterian Church, Spokane
Date: June 24-27, 2019
Time: 9:15 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Ages: 4 years-6th Grade
Theme: Roar! Life is Wild, God is Good—Kids explore God’s goodness and celebrate a ferocious faith that powers them through this wild life.
Address: 401 East 30th Ave., Spokane, WA
More information/register: www.manito.org
Cost: $25 first child, $45 for two, $60 family max (Donations cover cost of crafts, snacks, t-shirts, CD, and other supplies.)
Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church, Spokane
Date: June 24-28, 2019
Time: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Ages: 3 years (potty-trained) to 5th Grade
Theme: Miraculous Mission: Jesus Saves the World—Kids will learn about God’s mission to save the world, from Creation to the Cross! We’ll sing, craft, play, and snack as we grow together and learn about God’s great love for us.
Address: 4320 S. Conklin Street, Spokane, WA
More information/register: https://beautifulsaviorspokane.org/day-camp-2019/
Cost: Asking $15 donation per child, no more than $25 per family
Post Falls Seventh-day Adventist Church, Post Falls
Date: June 24-28, 2019
Time: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Ages: 5-12; ages 3-4 by request, accompanied by parent
Theme: Jamii Kingdom VBS—Kids will learn about how God loves them and how they can respond to Jesus’ love through singing, playing games, and lessons in an African-themed setting. Includes cool lessons on health and wellness with just-for-kids cooking classes!
Address: 3297 E. Poleline Ave, Post Falls, ID
More information/register: https://www.postfallssda.org/vbs
Spokane Central Seventh-day Adventist Church, Spokane
Date: June 24-28, 2019
Time: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Ages: 4-12 (Preschool options (ages 1-4) available but limited.
Theme: Jamii Kingdom—Kids will have a great time exploring an African savanna while making friends and learning how we are all part of God’s big family. Christ-centered activities will introduce kids to the plan of salvation and how we can share the Good News with others.
Address: 828 W. Spofford Ave., Spokane, WA
More information/register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/jamii-kingdom-vacation-bible-xperiance-tickets-62404190614?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Spokane Valley United Methodist Church, Spokane Valley
Date: June 24-28, 2019
Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Friday)
Ages: 4 years to 5th Grade
Theme: Peace Works—Kids will focus on learning how to be peacemakers and live a faith-based life through biblical stories, crafts, games, activities, music, dancing, and more!
Address: 115 North Raymond, Spokane, WA
More information/register: http://spokanevalleychurch.org (includes lunch and snacks)
Vallypoint Church, Spokane Valley
Date: June 24-28, 2019
Time: 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Ages: Children entering 1st-6th Grade
Theme: In the Wild—A wild-life adventure that includes amazing encounters with Jesus
Address: 714 S. Pines Road, Spokane Valley, WA
More information/register: http://valleypoint.org/
His Place Church, Post Falls
Date: June 25-28, 2019
Time: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Ages: Children entering 1st-6th Grade
Theme: Roar! Life is Wild, God is Good—Kids explore God’s goodness and celebrate a ferocious faith that powers them through this wild life.
Address: 3079 E. 16th Ave., Post Falls, ID
More information/register: info@hisplace.org, 208-777-9645
JULY
Whitworth Church, Spokane
Date: July 8-11, 2019
Time: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Ages: 4 years-6th Grade
Theme: Roar! Life is Wild, God is Good—Each day your child will experience creative Bible instruction that they can see, hear and touch. Bible crafts, team building games, fun science experiments and lively music are just a few of our Roar activities!
Address: 312 West Hawthorne Rd., Spokane, WA
More information/register: https://whitworthchurch.org/children
Cost: $5 per child
Human Rights Education Institute, Coeur D’Alene
Date: July 8-12, 2019
Time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Ages: 6-11
Theme: Around the World Summer Multicultural Camp—Children will enjoy crafts, sports, games, and outdoor play while exploring culture, music, arts, language, food, and other activities from around the world.
Address: 414 W. Fort Grounds Dr., Coeur D’Alene, ID
More information/register: Call 208-292-2359/visit http://hrei.org/about/our-programs/youth-programs/.
Hope Lutheran Church, Spokane Valley
Date: July 8-12, 2019
Time: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., includes lunch
Ages: PreK-5th Grade
Theme: We All Believe—Kids will learn about what the Father promises through His Son Jesus Christ, the forgiveness of sin and life everlasting. They will learn through singing hymns, making crafts, watching silly skits, and playing games.
Address: 17909 E. Broadway Ave., Spokane Valley, WA
More information/register: http://hlutheran.org/vbsinfo.html
Opportunity Presbyterian Church, Spokane Valley
Date: July 8-12, 2019
Time: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Ages: Preschool (3/4 years old, fully potty trained)-5th Grade
Theme: Athens—Paul’s Dangerous Journey to Share the Truth
Address: 202 N. Pines Rd., Spokane Valley, WA
More information/register: http://www.opportunitypresbyterian.org/2019-vacation-bible-school.html
South Hill Bible Church, Spokane
Date: July 15-17, 2019
Time: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Ages: 4 years to 6th Grade
Theme: XTREME Vacation Bible School
Address: 958 E. 29th Ave., Spokane, WA
More information/register: https://shbcspokane.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/233493
Faith Bible Church, Spokane
Date: July 15-18, 2019
Time: 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Ages: K-6th Grade
Theme: Wild West
Address: 600 W. Cora Ave., Spokane, WA
Cost: $5
More information/register: https://fbchurch.org/event/vacation-bible-school
Community Presbyterian Church, Post Falls
Date: July 15-19, 2019
Time: Preschoolers-9 a.m. to 11:30 p.m., Elementary Students-9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., All kids on Friday-9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Ages: 3 years to 6th Grade
Theme: Jesus Saves the Lost World—Kids will spend the week exploring Trueassic Park in large group worship and singing, skits and lessons, games, snacks, crafts, and small group lessons.
Address: 417 N. William Street, Post Falls
More information/register: http://pfcpc.org/adult-ministry/childrens-ministry-logos/
Cost: Preschoolers-$15 per child; Elementary students-$30 for first child in family, $20 for additional children. Cost includes VBX tee shirt, snacks, lessons, crafts, and activity supplies.
Redeemer Lutheran Church, Spokane Valley
Date: July 15-19, 2019
Time: 9 a.m. to 11:50 a.m.
Ages: 3 years (potty-trained)-6th Grade
Theme: Delivered
Address: 3606 S. Schafer Rd., Spokane Valley, WA
More information/register: http://redeemeralive.org/vacation-bible-school-2013-2
Bethel Church of the Nazarene, Spokane
Date: July 22-26, 2019
Time: 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Ages: 3-5
Theme: Roar! Life is Wild, God is Good—Kids explore God’s goodness and celebrate a ferocious faith that powers them through this wild life.
Address: 1111 S. Thor, Spokane, WA
More information/register: 509-534-7751
Cost: $5 per child
Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes, Spokane
Date: July 22-26, 2019
Time: 9 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.
Ages: PreK-5th Grade
Theme: Grace at the Grotto
Address: 1115 W. Riverside Ave., Spokane, WA
More information/register: https://spokanecathedral.com/vacation-bible-school
Spokane South Hill Adventist Church, Spokane
Date: July 22-27, 2019
Time: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Ages: 4-12
Theme: Roar! Life is Wild, God is Good—Kids explore God’s goodness and celebrate a ferocious faith that powers them through this wild life. There will also be a special program during the following Saturday church service followed by a special potluck.
Address: 5607 S. Freya St., Spokane, WA
More information/register: https://spokanesouthhillwa.adventistchurch.org/vbs (Registration begins July 1, 2019)
Human Rights Education Institute, Coeur D’Alene
Date: July 29-August, 2019
Time: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Ages: 11-14
Theme: Youth Advocates for Human Rights Camp—Teens learn how to be agents of change in society. Daily presentations about local, national, and international topics provide inspiration for young adults to be advocates in their community.
Address: 414 W. Fort Grounds Dr., Coeur D’Alene, ID
More information/register: Call 208-292-2359/visit http://hrei.org/about/our-programs/youth-programs/.
AUGUST
Unity Spiritual Center, Spokane
Date: August 5-8, 2019
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Ages: 5-11
Theme: Kids Week at Unity—Adventure in Creativity
Address: 2900 South Bernard, Spokane, WA
More information/register: Contact: Rev. Jackie Green, 509-995-3036 or jgreen@unityspokane.org
Cost: $30 per child
Northview Bible Church, Spokane
Date: August 12-16, 2019
Time: 8:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
Ages: Children entering K-6th Grade
Theme: In the Wild— Kids go from bewildered to believing as they get “In the Wild” at this VBS.
Address: 13521 N. Mill Rd., Spokane, WA
More information/register: https://nbcspokane.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/242654
VARIOUS MONTHS
Camp Kroc, Coeur D’Alene
Date: Several camps offered June 17-August 23
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and various times within that range depending on camp
Ages: 4-16
Theme: Various Christian-focused day camps that include activities suitable to the age of each child.
Address: 1765 W Golf Course Rd., Coeur D’Alene, ID
More information/register: http://www.kroccda.org/camp.html
Cost: From $45 for a day up to $190 for a camp session.
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