Family Resources

Thanks for visiting Sherwood Oaks Christian Church during our Annual Trunk or Treat!

 

We wanted to create some resources for you! We know, many of us are parents as well, that there are a lot of resources out there. But which of those resources are good? What is available? We've taken some time to put together a list of some things you might want to investigate. A few of these things are events and activities we are doing here at Sherwood Oaks. But many of these are just solid community resources we've stumbled on that we want to pass along.

 

Enjoy!

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Sherwood Oaks Christian Church Resources

We would love to have your children join in this dynamic, gospel-centered program that helps kids develop a biblical worldview. They will deepen their understanding of God and His Word, do various service projects and prepare choir performances. AWANA meets during the school year.

Registration and more information here.

Each Christmas we host a night for parents to drop off their kids to a safe and fun environment. Parents can spend this time Christmas shopping, wrapping presents or just spending time however they want. This event is free; donations are accepted. Our next Parents' Night Out is scheduled for December 6 with another scheduled on Valentine's Day February 14, 2024.

Registration and more information here.

Finding quality streaming media is difficult, especially finding free content! Right Now Media is a free media streaming service packed with videos, Bible studies and kids shows delivered straight to your device. Check out Right Now Media and email Melissa if you would like free access.

Right Now Media

Email Melissa Abram

Is your child into sports? Would they like to try out basketball in a low-pressure environment where they can learn the game, make some new friends, have fun and learn about Jesus? Check out Upward Basketball at Sherwood Oaks.

Registration and more information here.

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Community Resources

Free gardening and cooking classes open to the public sponsored by the city of Bloomington Parks Department.

Bloomington Community Gardening and Cooking Classes

Horseback, pony and hayrides at Brown County State Park open through mid-November. 

Brown County State Park Information

Public swimming, boating and fishing areas open seasonally.

Fairfax Beach at Lake Monroe

Hiking trails, fishing and outdoors activities.

Griffy Lake Nature Preserve

Indoor climbing wall. Children under age 6 climb free with discounts for those under age 14.

Hoosier Heights Bloomington

Science comes alive for kids during IU's Saturday Science Quest.

IU Saturday Science Quest for Kids

Splash pad (open seasonally), playground, park, trails, athletic fields and more.

Karst Farm Park

Various children's programming at one of three Monroe County Public Library locations.

Monroe County Public Library Children's Programs

Local drive in movie theater. Reduced price for kids.

Starlight Drive In

Upward Volleyball program for boys and girls from kindergarten through 6th grade. Registration is now open for the 2024-2025 season.

Upward Volleyball - Ellettsville Christian Church

Indoor park playground experience open for tiny tots and their parents! Tiny Tots midday hours from 10:00am-1:00pm during the school year.

The Warehouse Tiny Tots Information

Bloomington's own science center, packed with the experience of hands-on science discovered through exploration, curiousity and imagination.

The WonderLab

The YMCA offers a sliding fee scale based on household income and size for membership and childcare. Assistance is available for up to one year, with the option to reapply afterward.

YMCA Bloomington

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Bloomington Restaurant Discounts for Families

Mondays: Buy one pizza or calzone, get another of equal or lesser value free. Tuesdays: $1 kid's cheese pizza.

DeAngelo's Bloomington

They frequently have sales and promotions. Visit their Facebook page below to latest offers.

Phat Daddy's BBQ

50% off kids' meals on Wednesdays with a full meal purchase.

Red Robin Bloomington

Half-priced shakes and drinks on Wednesdays from 2:00-4:00pm.

Steak n Shake