Fox Valley vacation Bible schools
Epworth UMC: Epworth United Methodist Church, 37W040 Highland Ave. in Elgin, offers vacation Bible school for children of all ages from 6 to 8:30 p.m. July 6-10. The theme for this year is "Studio Go. Game Show." At "Studio GO. Game Show," vacation Bible school kids will participate in the excitement of a real game show, experience God's word in the "Primetime Bible Challenge," meet real-life servants at the Service Showcase, plus explore and create through crafts, snacks, and games. They will see how God works in the lives of everyone who trusts Him. And through it all, kids will discover that with Jesus everyone wins. Everyone is welcome to attend. Call (847) 931-5400 or visit epworthumcelgin.org for details and registration details.
Cornerstone UMC: Cornerstone United Methodist Church, 41W170 Russell Road in Elgin, offers the "Crocodile Dock" vacation Bible school from 9 a.m. to noon July 13-16. Each day, kids will think of places and situations where they might see God in action-or ways they can be a God Sighting. They will even receive a "Watch for God" wristband as a special reminder to wear throughout the week. At Crocodile Dock, every activity plays an important role in the overall Bible learning experience. Kids will love this multi-sensory trek through Crocodile Dock. For registration details, call Cornerstone UMC Elgin at (847) 464-4673 or visit umc-cornerstone.org.
Congregational Church of Algonquin: The Congregational Church of Algonquin, 109 Washington St., hosts the vacation Bible school "Camp EDGE" from 9 to 11:45 a.m. July 27-31. They are inviting all children age 3 to having finished fifth grade to be a part of "Camp EDGE" "Experience + Discover God Everywhere!" Extreme Bible treks will introduce them to Bible characters who have experienced and discovered God in many ways. Kids will learn an EDGE Pledge with each story. Your children will extend their learning through every activity: making their own special memories at the Art Apex, singing new music at Music Max, experiencing science activities at Exploration Ridge, participating in recreational activities at the Rex Plex, and enjoying snacks at the Snack Express. For details, call (847) 658-5308.