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Nokomis Baptist holding VBS
Registration is this Saturday, July 8, 10 a.m. to noon, for Nokomis Baptist Church Vacation Bible School. Bring your children to the church and sign up. Lunch will be served and children will enjoy face painting, games, cake walks and other activities. Vacation Bible School will be held Monday through Wednesday, July 10-12, 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., for ages 3 through 14. VBS Commencement will be held Sunday, July…
Celebrating freedom
It would be difficult to sit through the First Assembly of God Celebration of Freedom service and not be moved. Each year, the church holds a patriotic service on the Sunday nearest July 4th. This year, the celebration was held Sunday, July 2. It’s always a moving tribute to America, Old Glory and the men and women who have fought and continue to fight for our freedom. Celebration of Freedom…
Scout fun day planned
Amanda Gibbs of Boy Scout Troop 26 and Cub Scout Pack 275 is sponsoring a Scout Family Fun Day on July 22 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Boy Scout Hut and Ball Park on Carney and Craig streets. You’re invited to join them for lots of fun and activities. There will be displays showing what scouting is about, an information booth to answer your questions about scouting…
GECA rehearsal under way
The Greater Escambia Council for the Arts’ production of “Annie” is set for July 27-30 and August 3-6. Shown at a recent rehearsal, the “orphans” run through “You’re Never Fully Dressed Without a Smile,” one of their dance numbers. The orphans are, from left, first row, Aleah Livingston, Presley Johnson, Emma Mast; second row, Nevaeh Cox, Montana Carnley; third row, Sydney Mast, Summer Bondurant, Leah Miller; fourth row, Isabella Sanders,…