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All Girls Summer Book Club
If you have a daughter who is entering 4th, 5th or 6th grade we hope she will join us in Book Club. We will read one book a month and then get together at the end of the month to discuss the book, share with one another, eat snacks, relate the Biblical theme and play a game or a do a craft that relates to the book.
Aug 21 - The Lion, Witch & Wardrobe, by C.S. Lewis (juvenile selection) - Sleepover.
If you are interested in joining this fun group for the summer, please contact Laurie Haas, LHaas@churchofthepalms.org or 924-1323.
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Summer Choir
On the second and fourth Sunday of July and August the Summer Choir will sing at the 9:15 a.m. worship service. We rehearse at 8:30 a.m. in the Music and Arts Building on the morning that we sing. All are welcome to join.
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Save The Date For Camp Family Night
Everyone is invited to enjoy the presentations from our summer campers and their counselors on Friday, August 13 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. We will enjoy dinner and a summer camp celebration.
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Smile A While On The Nile
Join us August 16-19 for Vacation Church School. All four year old through incoming 5th graders will journey with Joseph to Egypt. It runs from 9-noon with extended care available. The cost is $35 per child and enrollment forms are available online, in the church office or in the courtyard on Sunday mornings.
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Middle School Summer “Be With” Siesta Beach Event
“Be With” times are fun events that we do off church property. We call them “Be With” times because they are simply times to be together and have fun. Each event is designed for students to feel comfortable inviting a friend to come and for students who come alone to make new friends. These events are for students who are entering 6-8th grade this fall. Our next “Be With” is Wednesday, August 18 4:30-7:30 p.m. We will play beach games and cook out at Siesta beach. Please bring a side to share (fruit, chips, dessert, salad). Please RSVP to Laurie Haas, 924-1323 or LHaas@churchofthepalms.org.
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High School “Be With” Tubing Party
Our annual Tubing Party at the Jeffrey’s house (1316 Quail Drive) is on August 21 from 4:00-7:00 p.m. Wear your suit, bring a towel and $5 to help with the cost of refreshments. Let us know if you plan to be there, so we can have enough food and boats! Contact Laurie Haas, 924-1323 or LHaas@churchofthepalms.org.
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Palms' Men
As the summer races on, the Palms’ Men are gearing up for a new season of programs and events. The Palms’ Men Leadership Team reviewed input from men of the church and prayerfully developed an exciting series of programs to help men connect and grow. The “season” will include the popular breakfast events, an on campus Friday/Saturday event, some sports and service opportunities, a weekend retreat in the Spring, and other ministry/program opportunities. Here are some upcoming events to hold on your calendar:
On Saturday, August 28, we’re off to the ballpark. Palms’ Men invite men, youth and families to McKechnie Field in Bradenton to see the Bradenton Marauders (farm team of the Pittsburgh Pirates) play the Charlotte Stone Crabs (farm team of our Tampa Bay Rays). The game starts at 6:00 p.m. and includes a chance to see the up and coming stars for the Rays and Pirates, a special fireworks display and have fun with family and friends. Kids bring your gloves, and the Palms’ Men will provide some treats.
On Saturday, September 11, we will host our next Breakfast Event and Service Day. We’ll start with the famous pancake breakfast, along with sausage, fruit and beverages. We’ll have a brief program and then head out to a local neighborhood. In honor of September 11, this is a great way to have fellowship while helping serve others in need in our community. No special skills required, just a willingness to help.
Look for more details on these and other upcoming events in the Sunday bulletins and at the Palms Men’S table under the tree.
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Sunday school kicks off on August 29!
*Parents & kids in Pre-K through 5th grade are invited to come to the chapel at 9:00 a.m. to begin Sunday School Open House. After a brief meeting you and your children may tour all of the classrooms and meet this year’s Guides and Teachers from 9:15-10:15 a.m. Refreshments will be served.

*Parents of students in middle school and high school are invited to the Youth Room (208/210) from 10:30 a.m.-noon to meet the student leader teams, to eat brunch, sign up for upcoming events, get the annual Medical Form notarized, and get informed about all of the exciting things happening in Student Ministry.
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CONNECTIONS: A Retreat for Young Adults
If you are single or married, in your 20s or 30s, Cedarkirk is hosting an event just for you. The retreat will feature time for fellowship, sharing, worship, and keynote experiences. Our own Derek Thompson will be providing leadership at this event. It begins at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, October 1 st and concludes at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday morning the 3 rd . The cost is $110 and includes all meals, lodging, and activities. For more information and to register online, please visit www.cedarkirk.org or call (813)685-4224.
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World Communion Sunday
You are invited to participate in our church’s celebration of World Communion Sunday on October 3, 2010. Participants dress in native costumes of their national heritage (or a country of your choice) and are part of the processional for the church services. We would love to see Russia, Norway, Sweden, Spain, England, Italy, countries from South America and the United States represented this year. Also, let us know if you have a costume that you are willing to lend for the occasion. If you have any questions or would like to sign up for the event, please contact Robin Sego at 322-0494, Sego1@juno.com or under the tree in September.
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Loving Stitches
The Loving Stitches knitting, crocheting, quilting, and sewing group will meet all summer long the fourth Friday of each month in the Chapel Reception Room. We are looking for those who like to embroidery. Please contact Alberta Adams, 924-8464.
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