vacation bible school | Sessions in the area

Lists of vacation Bible schools open to the public will run on the Religion page. Please include the following information: the complete name of the church; address with city or township; time, date and location of sessions; program theme; ages or grades; and whether it’s free or there is a fee. Information should be submitted two weeks before the school’s opening or its registration deadline. Send the information to the Religion Desk by e-mail to religion@vindy.com; by fax to 330-747-6712 and marked for religion desk; or by mail to The Vindicator, P.O. Box 780, Youngstown, Ohio, 44501-0780. For verification, include a name and phone number of a contact person, which will not be published.

Who: Austintown Baptist Church.

What: The program theme is “Saddle Ridge Ranch.”

When: 5 to 8 p.m. July 12-16.

Where: Church, 1180 S. Raccoon Road, Austintown.

Details: The free program is for children from kindergarten through sixth grade. For information, call the church at 330-792-9532.

Who: Calvary United Methodist Church.

What: The program theme is “Baobab Blast.”

When: 6 to 8:30 p.m. July 19-23.

Where: 12062 South Ave., North Lima.

Details: The program will include games, crafts, storytelling and music. Call 330-549-2588 for information.

Who: Cornerstone Presbyterian Church.

What: The program theme is “Egypt, Joseph’s Journey from Prison to Palace.”

When: 9 a.m. to noon July 12-16.

Where: Church, 471 Mathews Road, Boardman.

Details: A closing program will be held July 16 and will include a hot dog roast. To register, call 330-758-5628. Advance registration is encouraged.

Who: Coalburg United Methodist Church.

What: The program theme is “High Seas Expedition, Exploring the Mighty Love of God.”

When: 9:30 a.m. to noon July 19-23.

Where: Church, 1906 Wick Campbell Road, Hubbard.

Details: The free program is geared to children from 3 years old to eighth grade. Activities include Bible stories, crafts and music. Participants will have a worship service at 10 a.m. July 25 and a picnic will follow. For information, call 330-568-7091.

Who: Howland Community Church.

What: The program theme is “2010 Ocean Odyssey.”

When: 6 to 8:15 p.m. July 12-16.

Where: Church, 198 Niles-Cortland Road S.E., Howland.

Details: The program is geared to children from 3 years old to fifth grade. Activities include Bible study, crafts, games, music, science experiments and snacks. The cost is $10 per child and $5 for each additional child in the family.

Who: Masury United Methodist Church.

What: The program theme is “High Seas Expedition.”

When: 6 to 8:30 p.m. July 12-16.

Where: Church, 1382 Broadway Ave., Masury.

Details: The program is geared to children from 3 years old through 12th grade. For information, call 330-448-8186 or visit www.masuryunitedmethodist.com

Who: Third Baptist Church.

What: The program theme is “Step Up and Go Green for Jesus.”

When: 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. July 12-23.

Where: Church, 1177 Park Hill Drive, Youngstown.

Details: The free program is geared to children from 4 to 17 years old. Registration is accepted in advance or the first day. Call the church at 330-743-0640 for more information.

Who: Zion Hill Baptist Church.

What: The program theme is “Hero’s Headquarters.”

When: 6 to 8:30 p.m. July 12-16.

Where: Church, 220 Jefferson St., Youngstown.

Details: The program is geared to children from 3 to 18 years old. Activities include classes, crafts, recreation, music, face painting and refreshments. Transportation will be provided, but arrangements must be made in advance. Call the church at 330-746-3832 between 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays for registration and transportation. Donations are accepted.