JUNE 14-17 FIRST UNITED METHODIST PEARLAND 9 am – noon 3 years -entering 5th grade $25 www.fumcpearland.org/summer
JUNE 14-16 SAGEMONT CHURCH
6:30 to 9:00 PM Be on the lookout for our 2021 Concrete & Cranes VBS Kids Registration during our Summer Kick-Off in May! www.sagemontchurch.org/children/#
JUNE 14-18 FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH PEARLAND 1:00 - 4:00 pm www.fbcpearland.org/childrensministry
EPIPHANY LUTHERAN CHURCH
9 am-noon www.epiphanyyouth.wufoo.com/forms/m12tjyx60dcjcql
JUNE 21-24 FIRST BAPTIST FRIENDSWOOD
www.firstbaptistfriendswood.org/kids
JUNE 21-25 FRIENDSWOOD FRIENDS CHURCH
Tentatively scheduled check website for Covid updates www.friendswoodfriends.org/2021/04/08/vbs-update-2
JUNE 28-JULY 1 HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH
4 years to completed 5th grade www.hope-lutheran.org/children-announcements/282vacation-bible-school-282
JULY 12-15 HERITAGE PARK BAPTIST CHURCH
PRESS PLAY: Get in the Mix VBS is coming this summer! Virtual and in person VBS. Space and Supplies are limited. www.heritagepark.org/children/vbs
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Active Camps
Christian
Dance Expressions
CAMP ALLEN
ALL SUMMER!
BEGINNING JUNE 6, 2021
We offer Summer Camps, Workshops and summer classes. Our top-notch camps include crafts, dance, snacks, and lots of fun with themes.
For Grades 3-10 as of Fall 2021 | Week Long Camps | $768 Per Person
www.DanceExpressions.net | 281-996-6000
University Cheer
www.CampAllen.org | 936-825-7175
ALL SUMMER! Camps for individuals, stunt groups and teams! Campers are taught spirit dances, hip hop style cheer dances, pom routines, game cheers, game day spirit technique, tumbling, jumps and stunts! Parents are invited to a “showcase” on the last day to see their child perform the camp material and compete for fun awards!
www.UniversityCheer.com | 281-991-1417
Chara Dance Camp Creative JUNE 7- JULY 29TH Ages 3-8 years Themes include Christmas in July, Zoorific, Brick Builders, Princess Academy, Pony Tales and much more! Cost For Camp Creative $18, Cost for Camps is $160
www.charadance.com | 832-569-4065
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We provide a fun & unique environment for young people to cultivate friendships, experience personal growth, and learn about the unconditional love of Jesus Christ. (located 1 hour from Houston)
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VICTORY CAMP DAY CAMP JUNE 7-10, 2021 Kids entering grades 1st-4th | M-Th | 9 a.m.– 4 p.m. | $210 Per Person Expect lots of fun, daily Bible lessons, swimming, sports, outdoor activities, paddleboats, crafts, new friends, games, lunch and snacks. Registration fee includes: daily activities, lunch, crafts, snack. Campers are placed in groups by age and gender. 8 campers are assigned per camp counselor. Campers of all ages will participate in : crafts, field sports, swimming, paddleboats, train rides, gym sports, and camp games. Campers must be at least 8 years of age to ride go-karts and at least 48” tall to ride the zipline or waterslide. Register by 3/31 to receive a FREE $15 concessions gift card!
VICTORY CAMP KIDS CAMP JUNE 14-17 & 21-24, 2021 Overnight Camp for kids entering grades 3rd-5th | Check in: 3:00pm / Check out: Noon | $239 Per Person Kids, get ready for CAMP! This is an awesome adventure for KIDS entering Grades 3-5! Four days packed with waterslides, swimming, go-karts, and ziplines. Three nights filled with games, activities, dynamic services and incredible live worship. All meals and activities are included in your registration fee. So grab a friend and pack your bags! Register by 3/31 to receive a FREE $15 concessions gift card!
VICTORY CAMP JUNIOR HIGH CAMP JUNE 28 - JULY 1, 2021 Overnight Camp for kids entering grades 6th - 8th | Check in: 3:00pm / Check out: Noon | $249 Per Person Exclusively for students entering grades 6-8. This session is crammed full of all the things pre-teens love. High energy activities, incredible food, tons of friends, amazing speakers and great live music are all part of the JH camp experience. All meals and activities are included in your registration fee. load up your friends or youth group and GET TO CAMP! Register by 3/31 to receive a FREE $15 Concessions Gift Card!
www.victorycamp.com | 281-338-Camp (2267)
Music and Arts ALLEGRO PEARLAND ACADEMY OF MUSIC BACH TO THE FUTURE SUMMER ORCHESTRA CAMP | JULY 12-16 Age 8-16 | 9am-1pm Bach to the Future Orchestra Camp is a fun and challenging ensemble music playing experience for violin, viola, cello, & double bass players age 8-16. Camp will include ensemble playing, character building games, and a performance on the last day of camp. Camp is led by the Conductor of the Pearland Youth Orchestra. Bring your instrument, your lunch, and get ready to play exciting music from Bach to the Future! Space is limited, register online!
www.AllegroAcademyPearland.com | 713-452-9402
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THE PURPLE BOX THEATER
BEST BRAINS PEARLAND
Dedicated to developing a young actor’s craft through classes, workshops, camps, and productions. We offer high quality programs for Kids & Teens in Musical Theater, Theater, Improv, Dance, Voice, Acting, Musical Revue Performing Groups and Travel Teams.
www.BestBrainsPearland.com/summer-camp | 832-559-0000
SPRING SATURDAY AND SUMMER CAMPS!
Ages 5-12 & Ages 9-15 | 4 day camps $165 | 9am-noon & 1-4pm | Showcase at the end of most camps Saturday camps are 5 weeks | $145 | 9:30-11am More information will be available in March
www.ThePurpleBoxTheater.com | 818-642-4665
STEM & Educational ABSEA Preschool JUNE 7 – 11• UNDER THE SEA JUNE 14 – 18 • IT’S A BUG’S LIFE JUNE 21– 25 • JUNGLE SAFARI JULY 12 – 16 • A CAMPING WE WILL GO JULY 19 – 23 • HAWAIIAN HULLABALOO Ages: 2 – 9 year olds | $ 175 per child | No registration fee. Supplies included. All camps include: • Arts & Crafts • Outdoor Play • Stories • Music • Water Play • Games
Offering Chess Camp ,e-speaking camp, creative writing camp, and an Abacus Fast Track Workshop
TUTORING CENTER
Summer Programs in Reading, Math, and Writing for K-12. Improve your child’s academic skills to help them succeed in school. Fun learning environment.
www.tutoringcenter.com League City: 281-337-2800; Pearland: 832-7818809
Horse Camps THE SUGAR & SPICE RANCH CAMP ALL SUMMER! Mother/Daughter or All Girl Camps. Our summer camp sessions run from Saturday through the following Friday every week from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. Sessions are all-inclusive (lodging, all meals, tack, horses, lessons, etc.) $1,149 for 1 week | $2,299 for 2 weeks Mother/Daughter $2299 for 2 people for 1 week
www.TexasHorseCamps.com | 830-460-8487
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May Family Friendly Events FREE THURSDAYS AT HOUSTON MUSEUMS
The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston courtesy of Shell Oil Company 5-9pm www.mfah.org/visit/visiting-mfah-free The Health Museum 2-7pm www.houmuse.org/visit/the-healthmuseum Houston Museum of Natural Science Permanent Exhibits Free on Thursdays 2-5pm www.houmuse.org/visit/houston-museumof-natural-science/
FREE ADMISSION HOUSTON ZOO
May 4 12-until Closing Free Tuesdays sponsored by PNC Bank are back! Free daytime admission to the Houston Zoo is provided once a month from open until closing. Online reservations are required for all guests and members during this time. Tickets will not be available at the gate. Reservations for May 4 will be available on the Wednesday before at 8:00 a.m. June, July, and August do not have Free Afternoons. www.houstonzoo.org/plan-your-visit/ prices-and-discounts/free-tuesdays/
FRIENDSWOOD LIBRARY STORYTIME AT CENTENNIAL PARK
Toddler Story Time Tuesdays • 9:30 am Preschool Story Time Wednesdays • 9:30 am www.friendswood.lib.tx.us/childinfo/ childrensdept.htm
LITTLE GYM OF FRIENDSWOOD PARENTS SURVIVAL NIGHT
May 7 • 6:30-9:30 pm Travel around the world right here at The Little Gym. We’ll meet animals in Antarctica, participate in the Wimbledon Championship,
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and so much more as we learn about the art and culture of different countries! Kids will leave this immersive experience Pricing: $35 members, $40 non-members Ages 3-12 years ,$35 members, $40 nonmembers www.thelittlegym.com/FriendswoodTX/ events-more-fun/drop-ins-events#schedule
MAY THE 4TH BE WITH YOU PARENT’S NIGHT OUT
May 1 • 5pm-9pm Join us for our May the 4th Be With You themed Parent’s Night Out! We will have lots of Star Wars activities with lots of Games, friends, fun, and pizza! *Seating is limited, masks are required* Code Ninjas Shadow Creek Ranch 12810 Broadway Pearland, Tx. 77584 Register TODAY! https://bit.ly/SCMayPNO
YOUTH FISHING DERBY
May 1 FREE Over 600 pounds of adult catfish will be stocked in the Centennial Park pond for participants to catch. No pre-registration required. Participants are encouraged to bring their own fishing supplies since loaner rods will be limited. Prizes are awarded to the largest fish in each age group. No fishing license required. Masks and social distancing is encouraged https://fb.me/e/47dlei9uP
SPRING SOCIAL ALL INCLUSIVE PLAYGROUND
May 1 • 11 am- 1 pm FREE The Forever Parks Foundation of Pearland invites you to kick-off Spring 2021 with a socially-distanced, community celebration of the long awaited draft designs of Pearland’s first All Inclusive Playground! This family-friendly Spring Social will take place on Saturday, May 1, 2021, from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM at the Outdoor Pavilion of the Sports Complex at Shadow Creek Ranch located at 13050 Shadow Creek Parkway. Sports Complex Shadow Creek Ranch 13040 Shadow Creek Ranch Parkway www.fb.me/e/Fvxmuip3
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FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE
May 7 Karate Kid Movie starts at 8:30 6-10 pm Free All Ages Rec your summer with us the first Friday of each month! Enjoy a Friday night out with live music, food trucks, outdoor movies and more! Take a break after a long week and get live with Alvin Parks and Rec. Follow us on Facebook for the latest information on this event. www.fb.me/e/26mqSh1jN
CITY OF PEARLAND CONCERTS IN THE PARK
May 7 Come join Phineus Reb rock Pearland for this great Concert in the Park! 7-9 pm FREE www.fb.me/e/2dlZqOOe4
PASADENA STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL
May 14-16 Home of the World’s Largest Strawberry Shortcake! We also have Mud Volleyball, Carnival, BBQ Cook Off, specialty acts, Main Stage entertainers, arts & crafts, Wine Tent, and so much more! Come help us support Scholarships and Community! Pasadena Convention Center and Municipal Fairgrounds www.strawberryfest.org
FRIENDSWOOD CLASSIC CAR AND BIKE SHOW
May 15 Stevenson Park 1100 south Friendswood Bring your family and enjoy checking out the classic cars. Food Truck supporting Cole Gordon “The Helping Hand” Foundation. To sign up your car or bike go online www.friendswoodchamber.com
PEARLAND MERMAID UNIVERSITY
Sat. 1-2:30 pm Ever dreamt about having a tail and swimming with fish? Now’s your chance with Pearland Mermaid University! A one and a half hour class where learn fun skills, tricks, and safety with a tail and fin. Safety is our TOP priority. Are you mermaid tail ready? You MUST be able to: float30 seconds on back, 30 seconds on front – take a breath while on front; Roll from front to back, roll from back to front; Tread water for approximately one minute; Swim 25 yards in any manner; Perform the dolphin kick. www.activekids.com/pearland-tx/ water-sports/swimming-classes/pearlandmermaid-university-2021
HEALTHY KIDS DAY VIC COPPINGER YMCA
May 19 • 9:30 am-12 pm Do you have the ingredients for a healthy kid? The Y does! Join us on April 24 for the Y’s annual Healthy Kids Day—a day to celebrate what makes a healthy kid. Join for games, activities, class demonstrations and more. Reserve your spot today! Space is limited! YMCA Healthy Kids Day 2021 | Vic Coppinger YMCA - Pearland Tickets, Sat, Apr 24, 2021 at 9:30 AM www.eventbrite.com/e/ymca-healthy-kidsday-2021-vic-coppinger-ymca-pearlandtickets-150208990133
FREE FAMILY FUN WINE AND STAR GAZING
May 21 Please plan to come and enjoy our popular star gazing along with award winning Haak wine and delicious food from our Executive Chef and his team. Haak Winery Admission to Star Gazing is FreeFor Questions events@haakwine.com. www.haakwine.com
ROCK THE DOCK
May 27 • 7 pm The Fab 5 - British Invasion Tribute Rock On - All Summer Long! These FREE Concerts in our Main Event Plaza will heat up your Thursday nights! Listen to live music, sip on cool refreshments and enjoy the show! Admission is free Kemah Boardwalk - The Fun Never Stops! www.kemahboardwalk.com
Virtual FUN!
Ongoing Online Activities! VIRTUAL CAMPOUT WITH SPACE CENTER HOUSTON
May 1 • 6:00 - 9:00 pm (see website for future dates) Grab your camping gear and head to the backyard because the night sky is calling us to camp out! During this unique time, Space Center Houston is hosting Virtual Campouts. This exciting program allows guests who would like to experience Space Center Houston’s Camp-In program but are unable to visit the center. Stargaze and explore the stars with us in real time. Use household items to make science come to life through engaging hands-on activities. Tour our space artifacts virtually with our app. Ordinarily, Space Center Houston’s Campouts are paid programs. We recognize the financial difficulties the COVID-19 crisis has created for many people, and we want everyone to be able to participate and enjoy these educational and fun programs without price being a barrier. As a result, we are offering this Campout to anyone who would like to participate and ask you pay whatever you are comfortable paying. Please enter the amount you are able to pay per person. If you are not able to pay, please enter “0” in the blank during registration. We are excited to have you join us for this Virtual Campout! Please register at least 24 hours before the event. We can’t wait to see you under the stars! www.spacecenter.org/education-programs/overnight-experiences/virtualcampout/
LET’S MAKE ART! ATHOME ART MAKING
Let’s make art! Use downloadable step-by-step instructions and follow along with how to videos featuring artists and educators as they guide you in fun and exciting art making activities to do at your home with your family. www.mfah.org/programs/families/
FAMILY ACTIVITY BOOKS
Enjoy family time with a museum twist! Families can create and discover together with printable books that feature coloring sheets, search activities, and drawing exercises inspired by works of art in the MFAH collections. www.mfah.org/programs/families
VIRTUAL FUN FOR ALL AGES WITH HARRIS COUNTY LIBRARIES
Online activities for all ages! Take and Make Valentine Heart, teen crafts, baby and toddler story times, Pictionary, Anime Club, treasure hunts, trivia, sing and sketch and more! Check out this month’s calendar for details. www.hcpl.net/events?search=&start_date=01%2F01%2F2021&end_date=01 %2F31%2F2021&branch=&sort_by=field_date
CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF HOUSTON ALL TIME ACCESS
Get ready to see the museum from a whole new digital landscape! All-Time Access allows everyone to experience the museum from anywhere, anytime. 3D Virtual Field Trips are now available for How Does It Work? We’ve got a few questions to get you registered and then you can immediately begin your adventure! Sign Up: www.cmhouston.org
CITY OF FRIENDSWOOD MEMORIAL DAY CELEBRATION
May 31 • 10 am-11 am FREE All Ages The Ceremony also includes patriotic music, a tribute to each branch of the military, and immediately following the Ceremony, a group photograph of Friendswood military veterans and active duty personnel. Please bring your own lawn chairs. For additional information, call the City of Friendswood Parks and Recreation Department at 281-996-3220. www.ci.friendswood.tx.us/?fbclid=IwA R2a5ghut1odTjpfvgN6ZGkj_rmSrmPxjorfGzyK5o3xe1sqqSgcLXROxw
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May is full of a variety of FUN, safe activities to enjoy with your family! Check out these local farms and parks to enjoy picking your own fruits or veggies, having a family picnic or playing sports while staying safe and observing social distancing guidelines. *Make sure you check websites for up to date information before visiting.
YOUTH SPORTS
AREA PARKS
PICK YOUR OWN!
Chara Dance
www.charadance.com
Stevenson Park (Friendswood)
www.ci.friendswood.tx.us
Froberg’s Farm (Alvin)
Al Garza’s Premier Martial Arts
Frankie Carter Randolph Park
www.premiermartialarts.com
(Friendswood)
Atkinson Farm (Spring)
Purple Box Theater Dance Classes
www.hcp1.net/Parks/FrankieCarterRandolph
Fun Fair Positive Soccer
www.pearlandtx.gov/Home/Components/ FacilityDirectory/FacilityDirectory/10/537
Sanctuary Blueberry Farm
Pearland Parks and Recreation
Independence Park (Pearland)
www.sanctuaryblueberryfarm.com
www.thepurpleboxtheater.com www.ffps.org
www.pearlandtx.gov/departments/parksrecreation/programs/athletics/youth-athletics
Little Gym of Pearland www.thelittlegym.com
Bushi Ban Pearland
www.bushiban.com/martial-arts-classes/ Texas/Pearland/2549
Precision Dance Academy www.dancepda.com
Centennial Park (Pearland)
www.pearlandtx.gov/Home/Components/ FacilityDirectory/FacilityDirectory/12/537
John Hargrove Environmental Complex (Pearland)
www.pearlandtx.gov/Home/Components/ FacilityDirectory/FacilityDirectory/128/537
Brazos River (Angleton)
www.brazoriacountytx.gov/departments/ parks-department/brazos-river
Hanson Riverside County Park
Dance Expressions
(West Columbia) www.brazoriacountytx.gov/departments/ parks-department/hanson-riverside
www.danceexpressions.net
Pearland Soccer
www.pearlandsoccer.org
Pearland Youth Football www.pflfootball.net
Tom Bass Regional Park
www.hcp1.net/Parks/TomBass
Shadow Creek Ranch Nature Trail
www.i9sports.com
www.pearlandtx.gov/Home/Components/ FacilityDirectory/FacilityDirectory/40/537
Divine Dance
Kelly Hamby Nature Trail
I9 Sports
www.divinedanceacademy.org
Bay Area Racquet Club
www.bayarearacquetclub.com
(Galveston) www.brazoriacountytx.gov/departments/ parks-department/kelly-hamby-nature-trail
Brazos Bend State Park (Needville) www.brazosbend.org
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www.frobergsfarm.com www.atkinsonfarm.com
Harvest Season Farm (Tomball)
www.harvestseasonfarm.com (Montgomery)
Jollisant Farm (Plantersville) www.jollisantfarm.com
Fruits N Such Orchard (Santa Fe)
www.facebook.com/fruitsnsuch.orchard
Berryland Farms of Texas (Winnie) www.berrylandfarmsoftexas.com
MORE FUN! SEE OUR PINTEREST BOARDS FOR RECIPES, CRAFTS AND ACTIVITIES TO HAVE FAMILY FUN IN THE SUN!
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