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 For verification, include a name and phone number of a contact person, which will not be published.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: Martin Luther Lutheran Church.

What: Free summer day camp is scheduled.

When: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 11-14.

Where: Church, 420 Clearmount Drive, Youngstown.

Details: The program is geared to children from 6 to 15 years old and features crafts, sports, music, games and Bible stories. A special event will be a picnic at Boardman Township Park for campers and their families. The camp is limited to 50 participants. Registration deadline is July 5. Call the church office at 330-788-8707 between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. or stop in.

Who: Mount Olivet United Church of Christ.

What: “Panda Mania — Where God is Wild about You” is the theme.

When: 6 to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday.

Where: Church, 410 W. South Range Road, North Lima.

Details: The program will include crafts, games, Bible adventures, music and snacks. For information, call 330-550-8021.

Who: St. Paul’s United Church of Christ.

What: “Shake It Up Caf ” is the theme.

When: 6 to 8 p.m. July 7, 14, 21 and 28.

Where: Church, 159 Todd Ave., Hermitage, Pa,

Details: The intergenerational program will feature Bible lessons, crafts, games and snacks. There will be a potluck supper July 28. No registration is required. Visit www.StPaulsHermitage.org.