Community Corner
News from the Pews: PandaMania, Stepping Stones, Preschool
Churches schedule summer programs for families and children.
Last call for camp!
Prince of Glory is offering another free Preschool-Readiness Camp for all 3- and 4-year-old children from 9:30-11 a.m. Aug. 8-12. The camp will provide an opportunity for parents to introduce their children to preschool and see how the youngsters will do in a classroom environment.
Activities for the week include:
- Monday: Discuss different careers, dramatic play and drawing.
- Tuesday: Talk about insects, enjoy math activities and make a dragonfly craft.
- Wednesday: Explore the five senses and create textured collages.
- Thursday: Learn about names, study letter sounds and create tactile letters.
- Friday: Students will explore aspects of nature, take a nature walk and make an art project with found items.
For more information or to register, call director Meredith Bonahoom at 586-275-2101 or email preschool@princeofglory.org. Prince of Glory is at 1357 W. 14 Mile Rd., Madison Heights.
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Step up to enrichment programs
Faith Stepping Stones, a family focused enrichment program, is sceduled for 9:30-11 a.m. on Aug. 13, 20 and 27 in the Berkley Community Center, 2400 Robina.
"Stone 3” is for parents and children who are entering kindergarten. The programs are fast-paced, and families will learn to care for the spiritual, emotional and physical needs of the parents and child. Parents will learn how to develop family traditions that will create an bond with their child by sharing highs and lows, prayer and blessings.
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To register, call , 2119 Catalpa, Berkley, at 248- 543-0767, or visit www.canaelca.org. To learn more about the program, go to www.faithink.com
Total panda-monium!
, 1717 W. 13 Mile Rd., will host PandaMania, a Vacation Bible School, 9 a.m.-noon Aug. 22-29. Kids ages 4-12 years will enjoy stories, snacks, crafts and games. A $5 donation per child is suggested. A registration form can be obtained by calling the church office or by downloading the form off the website. Call 248-288-3230 or visit www.starrchurch.org.
Will your church be hosting an ice cream social, dinner, or a new Bible study? If you would like your event to be considered for publication, email Lynne Cobb.
