One fun and enriching activity for kids, which is held usually in summer, is Vacation Bible School. This 1-week bible study program is targeted to as little as 2 1/2 year olds to 10 years, sometime over. In this program, they are learning about God and bible, making craft, singing, socializing and learning new skills such as arts, theater, sport or cooking.
You can find this program at various churches, small or big, throughout San Diego. Just check out their website. I usually register my kids at Rancho Bernardo Church Presbyterian Church (RBCPC) because it’s the closest one to my home (although I am a member of a different church).
Registration is $30. Other churches may not set a fee but accept donation. If you are interested to enroll your kids, do so months before. Usually registration opens as early as March. Classes tend to fill up quickly, so register early.
Some churches offer specific-interest summer camps instead of bible school. Like Church at Rancho Bernardo, they offer Summer Theatre Arts Camp instead of VBS. And I heard from a friend of mine that it is good.
Solana Presbyterian Church has Kids Games annually. It’s basically just like VBS, plus it includes sports, cooking, scrapbooking, music and others. They have opening and closing ceremonies with games, craft, booths and foods to enjoy.
To get involve with your kids, you can sign up to be a volunteer. The church always need volunteers. Next year, I plan to sign up so I can be with my youngest daughter. That way she can feel comfortable joining the VBS.
So if you are looking for summer activity that is low-budget, enriching, and fun, this is the one you can’t just miss. It’s a must. You can sign up your kids at 1 or more VBS at different time during summer to fill your empty schedule.
Do you have a favorite VBS that you attend regularly? I’d like to hear one in the comments.