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Who: All kids in the Tri Cities ages 6-13 (50 camper slots available)
What: Peace Village Summer Day Camp
When: Aug. 3-7, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Shalom United Church of Christ, 505 McMurray St., Richland, WA 99354
Why: To give kids a fun and safe environment in which to make new friends, learn practical peacemaking skills, and enjoy their summer
How much: $50 per child for the week; some scholarships available
Contact Info: shalom@shalomunitedchurch.org or (509) 943-3927
Sponsors: Shalom United Church of Christ in Richland and Community Unitarian Universalist Church in Pasco

What is Peace Village?

Peace Village is a 9 a.m.-5 p.m. summer day camp for kids that focuses on mindful movement, conflict resolution skills, media literacy, and connection with nature. The non-religious, non-sectarian curriculum—based in conflict resolution theory, modern neuroscience, and ancient mindfulness practices—helps participants cultivate a calm center from which to practice resilience, develop empathy, and activate peace building together. Plus, it will be loads of fun.

With divisive challenges facing our country today, what better time than now to help young people develop the skills they need to facilitate positive, peaceful transformation in their lives and their communities.

Registration available at shalomunitedchurch.org/pages/peace-village, starting April 13. Stay tuned for more details.