Activities
Vacation Bible School (VBS)
Vacation Bible School 2009 runs June 22-26, from 9 a.m.-Noon. VBS is FREE, but you must register by June 2! FPC will be transformed into a Roman Marketplace complete with authentic sights, sounds and smells. We'll need lots of help to make the transformation happen, so volunteers are welcomed! Please join us in Rome for an adventure you won’t soon forget.
Summer Fun 2009
Join us for two weeks of fun and excitement this summer. These fun-filled day camps are specifically designed to broaden campers' experiences, foster curiosity and creativity and expand knowledge through fun and exciting learning adventures. Each camper will receive a t-shirt and morning and afternoon snack.
Summer Fun I
$125
June 15-19
9:30 a.m.-2 p.m.Summer Fun II
$125
July 13-17
9:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
Registration forms and fees may be mailed to the Day School office or mailed to the church office marked “Summer Fun”, Attention: Kathy Jauch, First Presbyterian Church, 1000 Penn Street, Fort Worth, TX 76102.
Fees are due at the time of registration. Reservations will not be held until fee is received. No registration refunds will be made. For more information please call Kathy Jauch or Daniel Connor at 817-335-1231, ext. 256 or email kjauch@fpcfw.org.
Music & Arts Camp
Elementary Music and Arts Camp
Each summer, the Children’s Music Ministry of First Presbyterian presents its noted Music and Arts Camp for all children who have completed Kindergarten through fifth grades. This outstanding program is a week of incredible music experiences for both the novice and experienced musician. Each day, all campers have classes in handbells or tone chimes, vocal choir, drama, art, recreation, and Orff. The fourth and fifth grade campers also choose an elective class of guitar, drumming, or art masterclass. Campers begin each day at 9 a.m. and end at 3:15 p.m. Two snacks are provided each day and on Friday a pizza party for lunch. On Friday evening, everyone is invited to join us for our closing concert and musical. It is your opportunity to discover how much your child has learned in their week at camp.
Pre-School Music and Arts Camp for 4 year olds through entering Kindergarten
The Children's Music Ministry of First Presbyterian is excited to present the second annual Music and Arts Camp for our youngest stars. Music and Arts Camp is an incredible opportunity for our younger musicians to experience the joy and love of music and art in new and creative ways. Our program will include hands on learning every day. Our campers will learn to play chimes, percussion instruments, and the Orff instruments. Everyone will find out how fun singing in a choir can be. Art exploration will uncover the hidden artists in each of our children. Camp will begin each day at 9:30 a.m. and end at 12:30 p.m. All of our campers will receive a camp T-shirt and enjoy a mid-morning snack each day. All children, ages 4 through Kindergarten, are invited to attend this fun-filled week.
Summer Extravaganza
2009
Summer Extravaganza is open to children entering Kindergarten through 5th grade. On Tuesdays in July and August we will take field trips around the metroplex. We always have lots of fun and encourage you to invite a friend.
If you think your child will participate in any of the trips, please register now, even if you are unsure. Reservations and payment must be made one week prior to each event. dults are needed as sponsors. Call Amy or Jayne to sign up.
June 30 Dallas Children’s Theatre-$15 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
We will attend the performance of “The Neverending Story”. This production is recommended for Grades 2 and up due to some scary elements. After the play we will eat lunch before heading back to the church.
July 7 Benbrook Park-FREE 9 a.m.-Noon
Bring a sack lunch and hop on the bus to head to Benbrook Park. This is one of the most popular parks in the metroplex!
July 14 Roller Skating– $10 Time TBA
Skate the day away and then enjoy lunch together.
July 28 Lego Education Center $10 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Come build and learn at the Lego Education Center. This place is awesome and fun for all!
August 4 Fort Worth Zoo $10 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m.
Come take a walk on the wild side. We will also buy and eat lunch at the Zoo.
August 11 Pottery Class 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Paint and decorate your own pottery project, enjoy Chik-Fil-A for lunch and watch a movie. This activity is at the church.
August 18 Be one of the first to Tour the New Cowboys Stadium
Details TBA
Advent Celebration
Advent Celebration is held at the beginning of Advent every year. This celebration gives families the opportunity to enjoy a church family meal and make Christmas crafts. The children also have fun decorating Christmas cookies.
God's Plan for Growing Up
This class seeks to help parents educate their children about human sexuality. Using the curriculum Amazing Stuff: God’s Plan for Growing Up, we have developed a 4 week class for children in 4th and 5th grade. Throughout the class we provide ways for parents to partner with us in this process. This curriculum is published by the Presbyterian Church U.S.A.
Sacraments Workshop
Offered in the fall, this workshop helps prepare children and their parents for the sacrament of Communion and teach them about baptism. Parents attend this workshop with their children and receive developmentally appropriate teaching regarding Communion and baptism, as well as practical hands on preparation.
KidQuake and Summer Camps
KidQuake is a Grace Presbytery sponsored weekend retreat in the spring for 1st through 5th grade children. Week-long camps are also offered by the Presbytery and Mo-Ranch in the summer.
