2011 PEARLAND VBS

"Backstage With the Bible" - Join the Go Fish Guys for Vacation Bible School at Peace, 6-8:30 pm,

July 31 - August 5, 2011. Each day starts with Backstage Catering (dinner for the kids),

then a daily Concert with Encore, Backstage Set Design (crafts), Intermission (games), and Backstage Bible Study (stories). On-line registration starts June 1.

While official registration is limited to 50 kids, K-5^th grade, we have room

for a lot of VBS volunteers:

Catering Organizer Group Leaders Photographer

Family Night Coordinator A/V Manager Supply Coordinator

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Peace Church Pearland

A Presbyterian Church (PCUSA)

1801 Country Place Pkwy #103| Pearland, TX 77584| PH: 713.436.5673

Calvary Baptist Church Pearland

26 June - 1 July 2011 - Vacation Bible School (VBS)

Calvary Baptist in Pearland, TX

(281) 881-4999

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St. Helen Catholic Church
2209 Old Alvin Rd.
Pearland Texas 77581
(281) 485-2421

VBS

June 20 -24

9 am - 12 pm noon

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VBS JULY 18 -22

9 am - 12 pm Noon

12008 Shadow Creek Parkway

Pearland, Texas 77584

713.465.3408

REGISTRATION:

ATTENDED SECOND BEFORE?
Express Registration is for those who have attended Second Baptist before. We are likely to have most of your family information already on file, so by logging into our website, we can expedite your registration. If you don’t have a login, you may create one.

FIRST TIME VISITORS?
Standard Registration is for those who have never attended before and therefore, the church needs to collect more information to process your registration. Click here to use standard registration.

CHILDCARE:

Childcare is available for children ages 4 and under if you are volunteering for VBS. You can sign up on the registration form.

CONTACT:

Michelle Clark, 713.365.6001
Mclark@second.org

Boxtops for Education

Box Tops for Education is an easy way to help earn cash for our school - CLIP & SEND IN - it's that easy!

Just look for the Box Tops logo on hundreds of products like Cheerios®, Hamburger Helper® and Kleenex®, in almost every aisle of the store. All you need to do is clip and send them to school in your child's backpack —- each one is worth 10¢ for your school. Students can also earn a small reward, so be sure to put their name on your envelope or baggie.

You can also join Box Tops online and EARN MORE for our school and get money saving coupons!

• Earn eBoxTops for your school when you shop online at over 100 participating retailers.
• Enter for chances to win thousands of Bonus Box Tops for your school each month.
• Try easy, tasty recipes using Box Tops products.

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2011 Vacation BIble Schools

West Houston Church of Christ

17100 West Road Houston, TX 77095

281.856.0001

June 20 - 24th

9:00AM - 12:15PM

Daily Activities:

• Tuesday- Crazy Sock Day
• Wednesday- Camo Day then Tonight at 6:30pm Special Event Night with Kidz Blitz! live
• Thursday-Crazy or Big Hair Day
• Friday- Baseball Cap and VBS t-shirt or tan shirt then at 12noon please enjoy a Special Video Presentation and Hotdogs for the family

Don't miss Kidz Blitz! Live on Wednsday night. Fun entertainment for the entire family.

With fast-paced action and Super Bowl excitement, Kidz Blitz LIVE targets the kids while engaging people of all ages.

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Bring kitchen fun to your kids for VBS 2011! July 11-15th 9:30 - 12:30 Enjoy a fresh, one-of-a-kind VBS! Through biblical festivals, your kids will explore the Bible as an exciting cookbook filled with recipes for living out God's word. Help your kids carry out God's recipe! $15 per child or $45/family. Price includes tshirt. Please submit payment in the Children's Department on the Westchase campus. Volunteers must complete training on Sunday June 5th at 12:30. If anyone is in Christ, there is a new creation . . . - 2 Corinthians 5:17a Date/Time Start Date: July 11th, 2011 at 9:30 AM End Date: July 15th, 2011 at 12:30 PM Volunteer Registration End Date: July 9th, 2011 at 12:00 AM Participant Registration End Date: June 30th, 2011 at 11:00 PM More Information For more information visit http://www.fmhouston.com Learn more about Shake It Up Cafe VBS 2011 at www.cokesburyvbs.com >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Vacation Bible School 2011 Big Apple Adventure East Sunnyside Church of God of Prophecy Vacation Bible School 2011 - Big Apple Adventure July 18 - 22, 2011 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Grab a cab and get ready for fun around every corner at the Big Apple Adventure: Where Faith and Life Connect. As we explore the big city of New York, we will learn how to step out in faith, connect with Jesus, and share the message of Christ. Join us as we embark on this adventure for ages 3 & up! >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Agape Community Church Welcome to the online registration for VBS 2011 at Agape Community Church. Please use the following form to register your for VBS. If you are registering multiple children, Please complete the form for each child. Should you have questions concerning registration, Please contact Taylor Ballard at taylorbrione@yahoo.com or 832.582.9320. Attendance Vacation Bible School is open to infants all the way to adults. Please note that registering for this event you agree to be photographed and release our Church of any and all liabilities. However, if you don't want to be photogrpahed, contact the VBS Coordinator Taylor Ballard at taylorbrione@yahoo.com or 832.582.9320. Dates And Time VBS is held Monday July 18-Thursday July 21. It will be held from 6:00pm-9:00pm THIS Is A Free Event, Everyone Is Invited To Attend And Bring A Friend. If You Have Issues Registering Online Please Contact VBS Coordinator Taylor Ballard at taylorbrione@yahoo.com or 832.582.9320., Or Visit One Of Our Services To Register.

HOUSTON LEARN HOW TO SWIM PROGRAMS

Learn to Swim

The Houston Parks and Recreation Department, in partnership with the American Red Cross, offers Learn to Swim classes for both children and adults during the summer season. A $25 fee is required per session. A session includes eight (8) 40 minute classes (Note: Pre-school Aquatics is a 30 minute class). Classes are scheduled Tuesday through Friday and the first class of each session will involve skills screening. A parent or guardian must be present at the pool during all youth classes. All participants must be 6 years old or older (except Pre-school Aquatics members). See registration form for more details. You may pay for your class by check or money order, payable to American Red Cross. Credit card payment may be made online at www.houstonredcross.org/learn-to-swim or at ARC Chapter Headquarters. A cash payment can only be made at ARC Chapter Headquarters. Registration applications are available at all HPARD community centers, aquatic centers, and at the American Red Cross Headquarters, 2700 Southwest Freeway, Houston, TX 77098. You may register for classes online or by mail. Space is limited! Pre-registration is strongly encouraged! Program Dates: Registration: Information: June 14 August 5 Begins May 23, 2011 American Red Cross 2700 Southwest Freeway (713) 526-8300 Houston Parks and Recreation Department (832) 395-7129

Houston Parks and Recreation Department Aquatics Program

Pools And Water Spraygrounds

The Houston Parks and Recreation Department operates and maintains 38 outdoor swimming pools and 17 water spraygrounds. In addition, the department operates a heated indoor natatorium for citizens with disabilities located at the Metropolitan Multi-Service Center, 1475 West Gray. The outdoor swimming pools are open during the summer months. The water spraygrounds and the indoor pool at the Metropolitan Multi-Service Center for citizens with disabilities are open year-round.

2011 Summer Swim Season

For the 2011 Summer Swim Season 29 COH pools will open in 2 phases. 8 pools will remain closed and the Glenbrook park pool is closed due to construction.

The 2011 Summer Swim Season runs from May 28, 2011 – August 12, 2011. Pool entry at all pools is FREE. Pool hours are 1:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., Tuesday through Sunday. All pools are closed on Mondays for regular maintenance.

The Memorial Park Pool will open for Lap Swimming Tuesday – Friday, 6–10 am, May 24 – October 30, or until water temperature drops below 72 degrees.

HPARD in partnership with the American Red Cross will offer Learn to Swim Classes at select pools for a fee of $25. Pools marked with an asterisk will offer Learn to Swim Classes. A pdf Learn To Swim registration form is available for you to download. Please note that the registration form should be mailed to the American Red Cross Attn: HPARD Learn-To-Swim.

Houston Parks and Summer Recreation Programs

Youth Recreation Programs Ages 6 - 13, Phone (832) 395-7270

After School Enrichment Program is offered during the school year to youth ages 6 -13. The program offers a wide range of recreational activities including arts and crafts, sports, nature, games, homework assistance, field trips and cultural and special events. The After School Enrichment Program is offered at community centers from January to May and September to December. For more information call (832) 395-7292, (832) 395-7294, (832) 395-7296.

Summer Youth Programs Ages 6 - 13, Phone (832) 395-7270

The Summer Enrichment Program is a summer day-camp-style enrichment camp that offers a wide range of recreational activities including arts and crafts, sports games, field trips, entertainment, special events, and water fun. The 10-week program is offered from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday from June through August. The Summer Enrichment Program is offered at community center across the city. The cost for the program is $30 a week per child or $300 for the entire summer session. For more information call (832) 395-7292, (832) 395-7294, (832) 395-7296. 2011 Summer Enrichment Program.

Teen Recreation Programs Ages 13 - 18 (832) 395-7270 or (832) 395-7131

The Teen Recreation Program offers a variety of programs for the teen population in community centers throughout the City to meet their cultural, educational and recreational needs. Year-round programs are coordinated through the Teen Program section to provide monthly awareness activities, motivational speakers, essay competitions, talent exhibitions, teen camps, cultural exhibitions, special events and college tours.

Adult Recreation Programs (832) 395-7272

A variety of classes are open to adults interested in exploring their creative side or pursuing physical well-being. Classes are taught by concessionaire instructors at selected community centers. Nominal registration fees are required for ceramics, aerobics, cake decorating, martial arts, flower arranging, weight training and dance.

Senior Recreation Programs (832) 395-7270, (832) 395-7133

Senior Programs are year-round and provide a social environment for seniors 55 years of age and older. Seniors can participate in a variety of recreation activities, health forum presentations, quarterly special events and field trips. Programs are held at selected community centers. No participation fees are charged.

Operation Gang Together D-Tag Tattoo Removal Program (832) 395-7270

2011 HOUSTON VBS

VBS 2011
June 20-24, 2011

Vacation Bible School will be from 9 a.m. to Noon.

10425 Hillcroft Street
Houston, Texas 77096-4798
Phone: 713-723-6428
Fax: 713-723-6819

Ages 4 years through 5th grade.
(Children must be 4 by June 1st.)

Contact the church office to register.

Activities will include:

• Bible Stories & Daily Lessons
• Interactive Group Worship Time
• Recreation
• Music
• Games
• Snacks
• Crafts
  

GREAT SUMMER READING PROGRAMS

Summer Reading Program

• Summer Reading Programs & Reading Lists

  Summer Reading Programs:

  Houston Public Library:

  http://www.hpl.lib.tx.us/summer

  Houston ISD Millionaire Club

  http://dept.houstonisd.org/millionaireclub/

  Barnes and Noble Summer Reading Club

  http://www.barensandnoble.com/summerreading

  Half Priced Books Summer Reading Club

  http://www.halfpricebooks.com/feed_your_brain.html

  (Please note: As of May 10, 2011 the summer reading program was not listed yet.)

  Border's Summer Reading Club

  http://www.borders.com/online/store/MediaView_double-dog-dare

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Summer Fun & Safety Event @ The Galleria

UT MD ANDERSON CHILDREN’S CANCER HOSPITAL

TO HOST SUMMER FUN AND SAFETY EVENT AT THE GALLERIA

Children invited to come out and enjoy informative hand-on activities

WHAT: Area residents are invited to come out to the mall to partake in summer activities that are not only fun but safe as well. Interactive and educational stations will offer a hands-on way for kids and parents to learn together. There will be a sea life touch tank located outside of the play area for kids to enjoy. After learning about different sea creatures, little learners will have the option to take a Beta fish home as a pet!

LEGO will provide an interactive area onsite offering visitors the opportunity to get ‘hands-on, minds-on’ with LEGO play materials and products.

Ice at the Galleria will have representatives available to discuss their summer classes and Solstice will provide demos on sunglasses and proper sun protection. Attendees will also receive summer survival kits including everything they will need for the perfect, safe summer!

Additionally, Rainforest Café’s lovable red-eyed tree frog, Cha! Cha!, will be on-site shaking hands and taking pictures from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

COST: FREE and open to the community - donations are encouraged for those participating in the activities

$5 donation to take a Beta fish home; with a larger donation, participants will have the opportunity to take home a Beta fish and its habitat

* All proceeds will benefit MD Anderson Children’s Cancer Hospital

WHEN: Saturday, June 11

11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

WHERE: The Little Galleria 2^nd level in front of Borders

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INFO: Please visit www.simon.com or The Galleria on Facebook at www.facebook.com/HoustonGalleria