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SUMMARY:Summer Musical
DESCRIPTION:9:30 am and 11 am on Sunday\, Aug. 16\nYoung People’s Worship Arts presents this year’s Musical Theater Camp performance for all ages. \nDirected by Susan Kimball and Carola Snow
URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/summer-musical/2026-08-16/2/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus\, 400 E Grand River Ave\, Brighton\, MI\, 48116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Music,Worship & Prayer,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Kimball":MAILTO:susan@brightonfumc.org
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SUMMARY:Summer Musical Theater Camp
DESCRIPTION:Aug. 10-15 @ 9 am-3 pm & Aug. 16 @ 8:30 am-12 pm\n\nMusical Theater Camp is a fun week of singing\, dancing and acting for students entering 2nd through 9th grades. They learn\, practice and perform a Christian themed musical under the directio nof by Susan Kimball\, Music Director First UMC and Carola Snow\, Communications Director at Sycamore Creek UMC. Susan has over 25 years experience Directing  and Voice. Carola studied at the New Yok Conservatory for Dramatic Arts and the Maggie Flannigan Studio in New York.  She has 15 years of experience teaching theatre to kids.  For more information contact Susan Kimball\, Music Director at susan@brightonfumc.org\nRehearsals are Monday-Saturday\, Aug. 10-15\, from 9 am-3:00 pm \nThe performances will be Sunday\, Aug. 16 at 9:30 and 11 am. \nContact Susan Kimball. \n\nRegistration is closed.
URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/summer-musical-theater-camp/2026-08-10/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus\, 400 E Grand River Ave\, Brighton\, MI\, 48116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Music,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Kimball":MAILTO:susan@brightonfumc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260724T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260724T120000
DTSTAMP:20260629T212447Z
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SUMMARY:Vacation Bible School (VBS)
DESCRIPTION:July 21-24 \nChildren enjoy summer’s biggest party — Vacation Bible School! Through music\, drama\, science\, crafts\, games\, stories and snacks we’ll learn how you can put your trust in God when you are afraid\, challenged\, or called to do God’s work and share the Good News of God’s love through Jesus Christ. \n\nVBS is a free event for children ages 4 years through 5th grade\nChildren must be fully potty trained\nPre-Registration is required\nMax enrollment will be 100 children\n\nMany volunteers are needed before during and after VBS! Can you help decorate\, prepare snacks\, run games or crafts\, lead a small group of children? \nParticipant Registration \nVolunteer Sign Up
URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/vacation-bible-school-vbs/2026-07-24/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus\, 400 E Grand River Ave\, Brighton\, MI\, 48116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pastor Lindsey":MAILTO:lindsey@brightonfumc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260712T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260712T134500
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SUMMARY:Kid Connector Lunch & Learn
DESCRIPTION:Calling all VBS attendees and youth volunteers: learn how to be a Kid Connector this year to help other kids feel welcome and included. Come for pizza\, activities and tips on how to show others the love of Jesus through kindness and hospitality.  Blossom the welcoming dog will also be there! Woof!\nPlease sign up in advance by emailing Angela Niyonsenga.
URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/kid-connector-lunch-learn/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus\, 400 E Grand River Ave\, Brighton\, MI\, 48116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Angela Niyonsenga":MAILTO:aniyo456@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260625T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260625T180000
DTSTAMP:20260618T141250Z
CREATED:20260618T141143Z
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SUMMARY:Kid's Club
DESCRIPTION:Faith\, fun and fellowship for kids entering kindergarten through 4th grade. Youth volunteers in 5th grade and older are welcome. \n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/kids-club/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus\, 400 E Grand River Ave\, Brighton\, MI\, 48116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pastor Lindsey":MAILTO:lindsey@brightonfumc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260417T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260417T193000
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SUMMARY:Parent Night Out
DESCRIPTION:Parents\, enjoy an evening out while your kids have a blast! Cost is free. Sign up to reserve your spot today — space is limited! \n\nRegister Online
URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/parent-night-out-3/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus\, 400 E Grand River Ave\, Brighton\, MI\, 48116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Fellowship
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pastor Lindsey":MAILTO:lindsey@brightonfumc.org
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SUMMARY:Morning for Moms
DESCRIPTION:A Half Day of Relaxation and Spiritual Renewal for Moms \nChildcare Available Nursery – 5th Grade (anyone in 6th grade and older is welcome to volunteer with the kids/nursery\, if their mom needs them to go with younger siblings). \nRetreat leader: Rev. Cora Glass \nFree \nRegister by Wednesday\, April 8. \n\n\nFill out my online form.\n\n  Fill out my Wufoo form!
URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/morning-for-moms/
LOCATION:The Well\, Brighton Campus\, 400 E. Grand River Ae\, Brighton\, MI\, 48116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Fellowship,Small Groups & Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pastor Lindsey":MAILTO:lindsey@brightonfumc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260321T130000
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SUMMARY:Egg Hunt-Whitmore Lake
DESCRIPTION:Children and their families are invited to a FREE outdoor Easter Egg Hunt\, March 21. We are so excited to share the joy of Easter with you and your children and grandchildren! \nPlease register in advance (see below). We’ll have different areas for the egg hunt to help spread things out. Siblings are welcome to hunt for eggs in the same area. \nDonations are being requested to prepare 2\,000 eggs. Please drop off individually wrapped nut-free candy/chocolate and medium/large plastic eggs at the Brighton or Whitmore Lake campuses by March 1. No homemade treats. Thank you! \nRegister (children and sign up to volunteer) \n 
URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/egg-hunt-whitmore-lake/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church-Whitmore Lake Campus\, 9318 Main\, Whitmore Lake\, MI\, 48189
CATEGORIES:Children
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260321T110000
DTSTAMP:20260122T221126Z
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SUMMARY:Egg Hunt-Brighton
DESCRIPTION:Children and their families are invited to a FREE outdoor Easter Egg Hunt\, April 12. We are so excited to share the joy of Easter with you and your children and grandchildren! \nPlease register in advance (see below). We’ll have different areas for the egg hunt to help spread things out. Siblings are welcome to hunt for eggs in the same area. \nDonations are being requested to prepare 2\,000 eggs. Please drop off individually wrapped nut-free candy/chocolate and medium/large plastic eggs at the Brighton or Whitmore Lake campuses by March 1. No homemade treats. Thank you! \nRegister (children and sign up to volunteer) \n 
URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/egg-hunt-brighton/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus\, 400 E Grand River Ave\, Brighton\, MI\, 48116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pastor Lindsey":MAILTO:lindsey@brightonfumc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260220T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260220T193000
DTSTAMP:20260122T212356Z
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SUMMARY:Parent Night Out
DESCRIPTION:Parents\, enjoy an evening out while your kids have a blast! Cost is free. Sign up to reserve your spot today — space is limited! \n\nRegister Online
URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/parent-night-out-2/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus\, 400 E Grand River Ave\, Brighton\, MI\, 48116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Fellowship
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pastor Lindsey":MAILTO:lindsey@brightonfumc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260126T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260126T193000
DTSTAMP:20251215T200027Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T200027Z
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SUMMARY:Preschool Open House
DESCRIPTION:First Steps Preschool 2026-27 Pre-Registration Open House: Meet the teachers\, tour the classrooms\, and learn more about what makes First Steps Preschool an amazing choice for your child’s preschool education.\n\n\nFirst Steps Preschool is a nonprofit\, creatively-oriented\, Christian preschool located inside First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus. Our half-day programs offer a wide range of engaging activities to spark the social\, emotional\, physical and intellectual growth of 2-\, 3- and 4-year-old children. Families appreciate our small class sizes that promote individualized attention and our outstanding teaching staff!\n\n\nYou do not need to be a member of this or any church to participate.
URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/preschool-open-house/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus\, 400 E Grand River Ave\, Brighton\, MI\, 48116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children
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ORGANIZER;CN="First Steps Preschool":MAILTO:firststeps@brightonfumc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260109T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260109T193000
DTSTAMP:20251222T163354Z
CREATED:20230201T190026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T163354Z
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SUMMARY:Parent Night Out
DESCRIPTION:Parents\, enjoy an evening out while your kids have a blast! Cost is free. Sign up to reserve your spot today — space is limited! \n\nRegister Online\n\n\nYouth are welcome to volunteer!
URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/parent-night-out/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus\, 400 E Grand River Ave\, Brighton\, MI\, 48116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Fellowship
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pastor Lindsey":MAILTO:lindsey@brightonfumc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251224T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251224T120000
DTSTAMP:20251028T202255Z
CREATED:20241028T190445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T202255Z
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SUMMARY:Christmas Eve Worship 11 am
DESCRIPTION:The 11 am service is not just child-friendly\, it’s child-centered! As you enter the worship space\, children will be invited to wear a nativity costume and participate from their seats with their families. They may even recognize some of their preschool or Sunday school teachers who are part of the storytelling! Following the service\, we’ll sing “happy birthday” to Jesus and enjoy birthday cupcakes!  \nLooking for an evening service? \nPlease see the details for the 5 pm\, 7 pm and 9 pm Christmas Eve Worship Services
URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/christmas-eve-worship-11-am/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus\, 400 E Grand River Ave\, Brighton\, MI\, 48116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advent,Children,Worship & Prayer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pastor Lindsey":MAILTO:lindsey@brightonfumc.org
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