Texas Fellowship of Cowboy Churches
Little George Havens Cowboy Camp
This camp, which takes place between Coleman and Santa Anna, will feature activities like volleyball, archery, daily devotionals, Bible studies, equestrian events, team roping, trail riding and family dining.
June 18 – 27
For grade school and high school students
There is no fee for the camp, only an offering will be accepted. For more information, please visit www.texasfcc.org. The Texas Fellowship of Cowboy Churches also offers other camps at different locations. Visit the Web site for more information.
Ovilla Road Baptist Church
Vacation Bible School
Ovilla Road Baptist Church will be offering a Vacation Bible School this summer for children who want to participate in various activities.
July 26 – 30
For children ages four through sixth grade
For more information about VBS, please visit www.orbc.org. Ovilla Christian School will also be offering summer activities. Please visit www.ovillachristianschool.org for more information.
Cowboy Church of Ellis County
Youth Night in the Park
Each Wednesday night, youth can enjoy hot dogs, snow cones and activities. The first five weeks will be held at Mt. Peak Community Park in Midlothian; the last five weeks will be held at Getzendaner Park in Waxahachie.
June 9 – Aug. 18
Vacation Bible School
Kids can enjoy special activities and free dinners each night during this Bible School.
June 14 – 18; 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Other youth and children’s activities will be happening during the summer. For more information, please call the youth coordinator, Dean Craig, at 972.351.6494 or Teri Stewart, the children’s coordinator, at 214.536.8929.
Fire House Kids Christian Childcare Center
Cool School-Age Program
Kids can enjoy fun activities like video games, ping pong, basketball and volleyball daily, along with healthy snacks and educational lessons.
All summer
For school-age kids
For more information, please visit www.firehousekidsovilla.com or call 972.515.8300.
After Hours Improv
Children’s Summer Improv and Drama Classes
Perfect for beginners or more experienced students, this workshop will cover the basics of teamwork, vocal projection, scene building, improv and much more. At the end of the week, students will perform what they’ve learned for their parents.
June 21 – 25; 9 a.m. – noon
For grades 2 through 6
Teen Summer Improv and Drama Classes
This workshop will cover the same basics as the children’s workshop, but will be directed toward teen students.
June 21 – 25; 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
For grades 7 through 12
The cost for both the children’s and the teen workshop is $75 (plus tax) per person. Please call 972.937.9839 to register.
Ellis County Children’s Theater
Kamp for Kids
During this workshop, children will receive instruction in creating a script, writing lyrics, learning choreography and creating sets and costumes with professional teachers. Final productions will be held on the 11th and the 18th at 2:30 p.m.
Two one-week camps will be offered: June 7 – 11 and June 14 – 18; 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
For children ages five through 14
Tuition is $125 per student and includes an Ellis County Children’s Theater T-shirt. Other activities, like a musical production and a video production class, will be held during the summer. For more information on all activities, please visit www.ecctheater.com.
Navarro College
Kids’ College
The kids’ college will return this summer with a variety of entertaining, hands-on classes for your kids to choose from.
Waxahachie: June 14 – 18 or June 21 - 25;
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Corsicana: June 21 – 25; 8 a.m. – noon or
1 p.m. – 5 p.m.
For kids in grades 1 through 6
Possible classes for kids to choose: kids in the kitchen, math matters, introduction to drama, French for kids, mad scientist, art fundamentals, edible arithmetic, Spanish for kids, computer design and more. Classes are limited and students will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration begins May 3 and the cost is $40 per week, which includes a T-shirt. For more information, contact the Navarro College Kids’ College Coordinators: Christie Wallis for Waxahachie at 972.923.6441 and Marissa Santos for Corsicana at 903.875.7406.
REACH Council
Summer Camp
This camp will include lots of games, crafts, fun activities and guest speakers. Each day is themed for the children as a fun learning environment.
June 14 – 18; 8 a.m. – noon
The cost is $15. Please send an e-mail to info@reachcouncil.org for more information.
Paws for Reflection Ranch
Kamp Kindness
This week-long camp will teach kids ways they can be kind to animals, people, nature, the earth and themselves. Activities include visits with animals, arts and crafts, nature walks and music.
June 14 – 18; 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Ages 6 through 11
The registration deadline is May 28 and the cost is $200 per camper. Each additional camper from the same family is $150 per child. Children need to bring a sack lunch, but snacks and drinks will be provided. Paws for Reflection Ranch also offers mini camps, including Beeswax Crayon Art, Storytelling with Paint, Knitting from Nature and Rustlin’ Up Grub. For more information on all the camps, please visit www.pawsforreflectionranch.org.
