FIT 4 GOD | Merrillville

Impact Christian Church, 82nd court off of Old Merrillville Road, invite children age 4 through sixth grade to its first vacation Bible school from 6 to 8 p.m. July 30 through Aug. 2. The theme is "God's Gym-Getting Spiritually Fit 4 God." Opening night will feature a "Family Wrestling Show" sponsored by Fire Pro Wrestling on the front lawn. Spiderman will be available for autographs and photos. Call to register.

FYI: Call Steve Szoke at (219) 662 8963 or Roland Nitengale at 308 1707.

EAGLE EXPRESS | Crown Point

Our Shepherd Lutheran Church, 1515 W. 93rd Ave., is hosting a vacation Bible school July 30 through Aug. 3 for children 3 through sixth grade. Program starts each day at 9 a.m. with songs and an opening devotion, followed by the lesson of the day, crafts, snacks and games, and ends at 11:30 a.m. This year's theme is Eagle Express and features the children as airline pilots on a world tour, earning their wings at the end of the week. There is no charge, but register by July 26 to provide an accurate count for supplies.

FYI: Call (219) 663-5853.

SON FORCE KIDS | Valparaiso

SonForce Kids Special Agents vacation Bible school is 6 to 8 p.m. July 30 to Aug. 3 at Central Christian Church, corner of Glendale Boulevard. and Campbell Street. This is for ages 4 through fifth grade. Register.

FYI: Call (219) 465-0530.

AVALANCHE RANCH | Portage

Portage United Pentecostal Church invites youngsters to join a wild ride through God's word during Avalanche Ranch, a vacation Bible School, to be held from 6 to 9 p.m. July 30 to Aug. 3 at the church, 2865 Willowdale Road.

FYI: Call (219) 762-4933 or visit the Web site at www.freewebs.com/pupckids/.

QUEST FOR TRUTH | Chicago

Meet Dakota Joe & Digger at "Quest for Truth: Jesus, the Way, the Truth, and the Life," a vacation Bible School to be held from 9 a.m. to noon July 30 to Aug. 3 in Konsowski Hall at St. Florian Parish, 131st & Houston Avenue in the Hegewisch neighborhood. Cost for children 4 to 10 is $15. Call to register.

FYI: Call (773) 646-4877.

TAKE THE PLUNGE | Winfield

Enter the Church of the Four Seasons, 9100 E. 109th Ave., for a wet and wild vacation Bible school adventure and Take The Plunge and Make a Splash with Jesus. From 9 a.m. to noon July 30 to Aug. 3, each day includes stops at Raise the Reef Praises, the Snack Shack, Craft-Away Cove, and Bibleland Bay. It's a high-energy week of learning about God and praising Him for all that He has done. Children's Ministries Director Peggy Nunley cited the dedication of the COFS volunteers as the biggest reason for the VBS program's continued success. A closing will be held at noon Aug. 3. There is no cost.

FYI: Call (219) 663-7803.

HIT THE RANCH | Whiting

New Life Christian Church invites children in kindergarten through fifth grade to its vacation Bible school. Avalanche Ranch: A Wild Ride Through God's Word! The program meets 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. July 30 though Aug. 3 at 1829 Central Ave. Youths will sing songs, experience Bible adventures, enjoy chuck wagon chow, make crafts, learn about a Christian mission and take on a daily challenge. All mission money will go toward providing bedding for children who live at the mission. On Aug. 1, youths who have saved pennies all year are encouraged to bring them in. Each evening concludes at Showtime Roundup, a celebration open to family members and friends..

FYI: Call (219) 659-7200.

WATER WORKS | Munster

Vacation Bible school will be held from 9 a.m. to noon July 30 to Aug. 3 at Trinity Reformed Church, 8411 Columbia Ave., for children in the greater Munster community. WaterWorks Park is a fun and interactive learning experience for children 4 through fourth grade. Children will learn how to ride the wave of God's love through participation in water park "attractions". There is no fee. Advance registration is encouraged.

FYI: Call (219) 838-3929 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.

SKY SCOUTS | Portage

Portage First United Methodist Church, 2637 McCool Road, invites children to become Sky Scouts at this summer's vacation Bible school. The action begins from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Aug. 6 and continues through Aug. 10. Activities includes Bible stories, songs, crafts and snacks.

FYI: Call (219) 762-3846.

HIT THE RANCH | Whiting

New Life Christian Church invites children in kindergarten through fifth grade to its vacation Bible school. Avalanche Ranch: A Wild Ride Through God's Word! The program meets 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. July 30 though Aug. 3 at 1829 Central Ave. Youths will sing songs, experience Bible adventures, enjoy chuck wagon chow, make crafts, learn about a Christian mission and take on a daily challenge. All mission money will go toward providing bedding for children who live at the mission. On Aug. 1, youths who have saved pennies all year are encouraged to bring them in. Each evening concludes at Showtime Roundup, a celebration open to family members and friends..

FYI: Call (219) 659-7200.

BE AMAZED | Valparaiso

Heritage Lutheran Church will hold a vacation Bible school from 9 to 11 a.m. Aug. 6-10.

FYI: Call (219) 464-2810.

GRACE-A-PALOOZA | Merrillville

Children age 4 through sixth grade are invited to "Grace-A-Palooza," a vacation Bible school from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Aug. 16 and 17, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Aug. 1 and from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Aug. 19 at Living Grace Church, 2408 W. 78th Ave. Four days of outdoor inflatables, carnival games, craft, music, stories, skits and snacks, all free. Registration in advance accepted, but not required.

FYI: Call (219) 769-2240 or visit www.LivingGraceChurch.org.