Children/Teen Program

Youth Program Flyer

Sample Schedule

Program Schedule for 3-5 year olds.

Teen Program Flyer

Highlights

MUSIQUITA!

Musiquita, an enchanting musical duo comprised of Blanca Cecilia González and Jesse Elder, invites you to a captivating performance that weaves a tapestry of sound, language, and culture.

Cooking Classes

Monica Rohtla of Let's Cook PA will be delight our children with the joys of cooking.

Live Animal Visit

Briar Bush Nature Center will bring live animals for a visit!

Children - Teens Program

Our children's program welcomes children from 0-entering 12th grade and will have different activities geared toward different age groups. The structure will be like a day camp setting: counselors will lead small groups through stations like arts and crafts, music, worship, games, and indoor/outdoor play time.

The children's program runs simultaneously to the adult program from 8:30am-3:30pm HOWEVER the adult program runs until 5pm so one adult will be responsible for picking up at 3:30pm. Families will reunite for lunch during the day. The entire event runs Thursday-Sunday; however the supervised drop-off kids' program is only on Friday and Saturday from 8:30-3:30pm.

Here's a snapshot of what the program looks like from a parent’s perspective.

(ALL meals are included in ticket price):

Thursday, June 27, 2024:
4-7pm Drop by to pick up your information packets and lanyards and enjoy "Philly" foods (TastyKakes, soft pretzels & water ice) at Bryn Athyn College. All ages invited.
7pm Optional vespers. All ages invited.
7:30pm Enjoy a stroll through the illuminated Historic District with drinks & snacks at the Cathedral. All ages invited.

Friday, June 28, 2024:
7:30-8:30am Grab and go breakfast then drop children off at BACS; adults leave to attend adult program.
12:00pm Reunite for lunch with your children at BACS Gym.
1:30pm Drop children back off and resume attending adult workshops.
3:30pm Pick up children and enjoy a meetup with friends, rest at home, play at the playground, go to Bryn Athyn Swim Club, etc...
5:00pm Dinner at the BACS followed by a family social event with bouncy houses, yard games, and "fair" foods on the college campus (alcohol for purchase). All ages invited.

Saturday, June 29, 2024:
7:30-8:30am Grab and go breakfast then drop children off at BACS; adults leave to attend adult program.
12:00pm Reunite for lunch with your children at BACS Gym.
1:30pm Drop children back off and resume attending adult workshops.
3:30pm Pick up children and enjoy a meetup with friends, rest at home, play at the playground, go to Bryn Athyn Swim Club, etc...
5:00pm Dinner at the BACS.
7pm Optional vespers. All ages invited.
7:30pm Adult evening social with apps and desserts at Glencairn Museum (alcohol for purchase). Older teens have a party at the Bryn Athyn Swim Club which includes swimming, 9 holes of mini golf, games, and music. Those going into 8th grade and below do not have an event/childcare Saturday evening.

Sunday, June 20, 2024:
7:30-8:30am Grab and go breakfast at BACS.
10:00am Family community worship at the Bryn Athyn Cathedral.

If you have any additional questions, please reach out to Lana Tang at lana.tang@newchurch.org or 415-688-9835. 

FAQ'a

Where will the program be?
The kids' program will be mainly located on the Bryn Athyn Church School (BACS) school grounds, including playgrounds. We will also be using the BA Scout Building and ANC fields for field/sport activities. Older age groups will be using ANC's Glenn Hall, DeCharms Kitchen, and the Cathedral for tours. There will be tents available for kids programming as well.

What to bring? 
Water bottle, sunscreen, change of clothes (for those 5 and under). Please label everything.
What to wear?

Something comfortable for a warm day (like a t-shirt and shorts or a dress with undershorts). Apply sunscreen before camp each morning. No crocs or flip flops. Please label everything.

What will happen in the event of rain?
We will move activities inside BACS and/or under the tents, as well as the buildings mentioned above.

Will snacks be provided?
Yes, snacks will be provided. If you listed allergies for your child, the counselors will be provided a list of allergies.

For infants – do I need to provide a pack and play?
No, we will have pack and plays available.

What if I am sending a child under the age of 3? 
Lana will reach out to personally connect with anyone who has signed up a child between the ages of 0 - 3. We will make sure to connect about feedings, naps, diaper changes, etc... Please label everything.

What is the general schedule?*
8:30 – 8:50 am – Drop off
8:50 – 9:10 am - Worship
9:10 - 9:20 am - change stations
9:20 - 10:20 am - Activity / Outdoor play/ Movement activity
10:20 - 10:45am - change station + snack
10:45- 11:45am - Activity / Outdoor play/ Movement activity/ Service
11:45 - 12:15 pm - change station/ pickup from parents (0-5th grade; 6th - 12th grade will start eating lunch with group & counselors)
12:15 - 1:30 pm - Lunch with their families
1:30– 2:00 pm – Drop off
2:00 - 3:00pm - Friday: scavenger hunt/ outdoor activity // Saturday a field day with all the ages.
3:00 – 3:30pm – Closeout games
3:30 – Pick up

* Subject to change


If you have any additional questions, please reach out to Lana Tang at lana.tang@newchurch.org or 415-688-9835.