Recreation VBS August Edition | 8.19-23
Our theme for this week of camp is Urban Peacemaking. We’re starting our daily reflection from the famous saying of Jesus of Nazareth: “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called children of God” (in Matthew 5). Each day we’ll look at a peacemaker who changed the world, simply by doing what they thought was right. We often think that peace is the absence of war, but peace – in the Hebrew sense of the word SHALOM – is about fullness and presence, not absence and void. Peace is what we’re created for, meant to know and what a whole and holistic life is about. Each day during the week we’ll hear the story of a peacemaker from the 20th century as part of a reflection of how we – your campers – can be active peacemakers here in Oakland and to the ends of the Earth. We’ll also have reflections on why and how we need peace in Oakland. Look for daily details and questions to discuss as a family.
OUR BIG WORK PROJECT IS WITH SCENIC STREETS
On Tuesday afternoon we will be working with with Rockridge Community Planning Council (RCPC) to clean-up FROG Park (Claremont & Hudson). Be sure to wear sunscreen and good walking shoes, and maybe even a hat. The Friends of Frog Park [LINK TO HOME PAGE] are supplying us with 30 rakes and brooms, but it won’t be enough. If your camper would like to help clean up the edges of the shallow creek and get wet – they can do that too – if you’re interested send them with close-toed shoes that can get wet (or be changed and carried by them). Please no flip flops!
THEME DAYS
Each day of camp as a theme and special afternoon activities.
MONDAY
MONOCHROMATIC DAY
Come dressed completely in ONE color.
It could be your favorite color, or the easiest one for you to do! I In the afternoon we’re working on the dog park project.
TUESDAY
CRAZY HAIR DAY
Come with a crazy updo, or use our hair sprays and gels to create your own unique hairstyle.
Come wearing a crazy hat! In the afternoon we’re working with Rockridge Community Planning Council (RCPC) to clean-up FROG Park (Claremont & Hudson). Be sure to wear sunscreen and good walking shoes, and to bring a permission slip.
WEDNESDAY
HALLOWEEN IN AUGUST
It’s a bummer that Halloween only comes once a year – especially when it’s so much fun Come dressed in your favorite Halloween Garb – wether it’s your costume from last year, what you might do this year – or something you just throw together! In the afternoon we’re working on the dog park project.
THURSDAY
BEACH / WATER DAY
The afternoon is dedicated to water play. Come dressed as a beach bum or in or with your suit and a towel, maybe even water shoes. You may want a sweatshirt & suntan lotion.
OUT ART SHOW IS TONIGHT, 7:00-8:00PM
FRIDAY
SPORTS DAY
Come in your favorite uniform, sports gear or team paraphernalia . In the afternoon we’ll be at the dog park to install our art work.
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