Many area churches are offering Vacation Bible School during the summer months. Here are the programs of which I'm currently aware, in calendar order.
Updated 7/14/2019
Please call the church directly if you have questions about a specific program. And if you know about another VBS in town, please comment with the information and I'll confirm it and add it to the list!
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Tuesday, May 28, 2019
Saturday, July 7, 2018
2018 School Supplies Giveaways
Our community is full of generous organizations that give away backpacks and other necessary supplies as back-to-school time approaches each summer. Here's a list of local opportunities to outfit your children for the fall and beyond. All of this information has been shared with me, but please contact the hosts to confirm dates, times, and locations, and for additional details.
July 24-Aug 4 - Scott Salon - Haircuts for children in grades K-12 are $10
July 21, 10am-2pm - Parkway Plaza Mall- WTTL Back to School Bash
July 21, 10am-2pm - Mortons Gap Christian Church - Summer Splash Bash
July 22, 1-4pm - Verizon Wireless - Backpack Giveaway
July 25, 6:30pm - Nortonville Baptist Church - Back to School Blessings
July 26, 5pm - Olive Branch Baptist Church - Back to School Giveaway
July 28m 9am-noon - Earlington Elementary School, hosted by Victory Church
*Supplies and hair cuts
Aug 3 - Common Garments
Aug 5 - Claybon Park in Madisonville - The Dust Bowl
*Supplies and haircuts and hair styles
If you see any information that is incorrect, or if you know of another such program in the Madisonville, Kentucky area, please comment and I'll make necessary changes and additions.
July 24-Aug 4 - Scott Salon - Haircuts for children in grades K-12 are $10
July 21, 10am-2pm - Parkway Plaza Mall- WTTL Back to School Bash
July 21, 10am-2pm - Mortons Gap Christian Church - Summer Splash Bash
July 22, 1-4pm - Verizon Wireless - Backpack Giveaway
July 25, 6:30pm - Nortonville Baptist Church - Back to School Blessings
July 26, 5pm - Olive Branch Baptist Church - Back to School Giveaway
July 28m 9am-noon - Earlington Elementary School, hosted by Victory Church
*Supplies and hair cuts
Aug 3 - Common Garments
Aug 5 - Claybon Park in Madisonville - The Dust Bowl
*Supplies and haircuts and hair styles
If you see any information that is incorrect, or if you know of another such program in the Madisonville, Kentucky area, please comment and I'll make necessary changes and additions.
Friday, June 1, 2018
2018 VBS Schedule - Madisonville, Ky
Many area churches are offering Vacation Bible School during the months of June and July. Here are the programs of which I'm currently aware, in calendar order.
Updated 6/19/2018
Please call the church directly if you have questions about a specific program. And if you know about another VBS in town, please comment with the information and I'll confirm it and add it to the list!
Updated 6/19/2018
Tuesday, February 27, 2018
Triple Meal Slow Cooker Beef
I can't resist a good looking cut of beef on manager's special. So when I saw this one marked down, even though we already had dinner plans for the evening, I bought it.
I tossed it into the slow cooker on low for 8 hours with a bag of frozen chopped onions, a can of diced tomatoes, some minced garlic and some salt. The house smelled great all day, and when I drained and shredded it, I had meat prepared for our next three dinners, plus leftovers! Add your favorite sides to each and you can do the same.
First meal:
Shredded beef on top of mashed potatoes
Second meal:
Shredded beef mixed into marinara sauce on top of pasta with shredded mozzarella cheese
Third meal:
Hot beef sandwiches with provolone cheese
Hot beef sandwiches with provolone cheese
Meat usually takes the longest to cook, so having it ready to heat and eat made these meals quick and delicious.
Saturday, February 24, 2018
Favorite Store for Basics: Family Dollar
My nearest general store is Family Dollar. It's only a few blocks away. And because everyday prices there are competitive to begin with, it's my go-to shop for household needs, cleaning supplies, personal hygiene items, and sometimes, a few groceries.
When I first started shopping there, I appreciated how quickly I could get into and out of the place, compared to a big box store. I didn't feel like I was paying any more for convenience, either. Then I started seeing coupons on the bottom of their receipts; things like "$5 off $25 purchase." That's an automatic 20% savings, right there. So I kept going back.
Now they've rolled out "Smart Coupons" and they're super easy to use. You simply register for an account on their website, and you can "clip" coupons from your phone, tablet, or computer. When you arrive at the checkout in store, you enter your phone number and all your digital savings are applied automatically.
Here's an offer I received via email this week:
I "clipped" the coupon on the website, and now all I have to do in the store is select at least $15 worth of the products listed, and when I reach the checkout, enter my phone number. And I'll save 33% on products I would be purchasing anyway. Easy.
Offers like this are regularly available; sometimes they're for specific products or brands, and sometimes they're general. Last week, there was a $5 off a $25 purchase, a $15 off a $60 purchase, and a $30 off $100 purchase. Although there are exclusions, and you must read the fine print carefully, these are great savings you can use on everyday items, gifts, and more. If you're going to be buying these things anyway, why not save some money on them, right?
Where do you shop for household needs, cleaning supplies, and personal hygiene items for your home and family?
Monday, February 19, 2018
5-Minute Project: Share Gratitude
A couple of weeks ago, I was reading about a kiddo who was struggling with some major health concerns. In that moment I was reminded of how much I appreciated Pip's pediatrician, who helped me find the answers I was searching for when I knew my child was ill.
I immediately posted this on Facebook:
It took a couple of minutes to type, but the post got quite a few responses; all were positive. My comments seemed to encourage others to share their good experiences, too (in this case, appreciation for this particular doc).
This got me thinking... every November, as we approach Thanksgiving, I see and hear people sharing things they're thankful for, and it's inspiring. I realized how much more pleasant daily life (and social media) could be--for me, anyway--if it were peppered with more "hey, check out this good thing!" I mean, who doesn't like to hear about good things?
This is fun. I encourage you to give it a shot.
There are many ways to go about it, and none of them have to take much time or be a chore; choose the one that fits your lifestyle. Or try out a combination of them. Whether you post about your thankfulness on social media, or hand write a thank you note, or type an email, or send a text, or say so face to face or on the phone, please take a few minutes this week to share your gratitude. And maybe do the same the next week. And the next. See if it doesn't give you a little boost to let people know that their efforts don't go unnoticed.
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
40/40 Challenge
We moved into our new home in December. Although I had every intention of streamlining our belongings before the move, we got involved in repairs and painting and cleaning and holidays and travel, and that decluttering just didn't happen. We packed up and relocated everything to the new house, and every bit of it was unpacked alongside the items that we use and cherish.
One of the most overwhelming areas: a corner of the basement. Sob.
So... There's no time like Lent, right?
Many Christians of various denominations observe Lent--those weeks between Ash Wednesday and Easter Sunday--by giving up something as a reminder to pray; popular choices among my friends in recent years seem to include alcohol, social media, and chocolate. This year, I am giving up clutter. And regardless of your belief system, I invite you to join me.
Some of this "clutter" will go straight into the trash, and some will be recycled. But most items--those in good condition--will be shared with friends who would like them or taken to charitable organizations in my community. Which means that while I'm moving something out of my life, and giving myself a little more breathing room, I'm moving it into someone else's. Someone who, I hope, will enjoy it. During the sorting process, I will also be tidying up what's staying, so not only will there be more space, but what remains will be neater, too.
The 2018 Lenten season begins on Wednesday, February 14. I challenge you--as I am challenging myself--to clear some of the clutter from your home. My goal is at least one item per day between now and Easter. My ideal is more like one bag or box full of items per day, but I recognize that that won't be doable every day, and I want to succeed. This will give me 40+ (emphasis on the +) items to share (or recycle or throw out) in the 40 days between Ash Wednesday and Easter.
I can work through many areas during these coming weeks, and since I'm committed to it for a while, there's no need to try to do it all in a day. I'll spend just a few minutes a day on this project. I probably won't finish my task of streamlining my home, but it will give me a great start. I'd love for you to join me and use this time to simplify your surroundings while blessing others along the way.
I can work through many areas during these coming weeks, and since I'm committed to it for a while, there's no need to try to do it all in a day. I'll spend just a few minutes a day on this project. I probably won't finish my task of streamlining my home, but it will give me a great start. I'd love for you to join me and use this time to simplify your surroundings while blessing others along the way.
Who's in?
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