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BRADER WAY
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August 30 | Picnic at Lakeview Park
Lakeview Park, Middleton
Join us for the Brader Way Picnic at Lakeview Park in Middleton. Bring the family, a friend, and a dish to share for a potluck afternoon of food, lawn games, and time together. The park has a playground, splash pad, pond, and walking trails, plus picnic tables, indoor and outdoor shelters, and restrooms. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs if you have them.
DOWNTOWN
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July 26 | On the Lake
Join us for a cookout, volleyball, and fun together as a church community.
August 28 | Worship Night at Picnic Point
Friday, August 28, 7-8:30 PM
Picnic Point, Fire Circle 6
Gather with the Downtown community to close out summer with s’mores and a campfire worship set led by our staff team
FITCHBURG
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August 30 | Picnic at McKee Farms Park
McKee Farms Park, Fitchburg
Join the Fitchburg community for a summer picnic at McKee Farms Park. Blackhawk provides herb roasted and fried chicken, bring a side dish to share. Lawn games, face art, and music throughout. Bring lawn chairs or a blanket. All are welcome.
ADULTS
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Weekly | Community & Care Groups
We have some groups meeting all summer long. Whether you’re diving deeper into Sunday messages, walking through a difficult season, or just wanting to belong, there’s a place for you at every age and stage of life.
First & Third Thursdays | 60s+ Coffee Connect
Thursdays, June 4, June 18, July 2, July 16, August 6, August 20
10 AM | Brader Way
If you’re 60 or older, come connect over coffee. No registration required, just show up and say hello.
July 26 | Asian American Ministry Game Day
Sunday, July 26, 12 PM | Brader Way
Join us for a Game Day with family-friendly games, food, and time to connect with other Asian Americans at Blackhawk.
August 29 | Asian American Ministry Picnic
Saturday, August 29, 11 AM | Taylor Park
Join us for our annual Picnic Party with a potluck, games on the grass, pickleball, and time to connect with other Asian Americans at Blackhawk. Bring a dish to share.
Ministerio en Español Blackhawk
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Primer sábado de cada mes | Tiempo de Oración
Primer sábado de cada mes, 9 AM | Brader Way
¡Iniciamos cada mes creyendo en el poder de la oración!
Todos los domingos| Discipulado Raices
Todos los domingos a partir del 2 de Agosto, 9 – 10 AM | Brader Way
Un espacio donde vas a conocer la palabra y aplicar la palabra a tu vida.
8 de agosto | Picnic de Verano en Blackhawk
Sábado, 8 de agosto, 4-7 PM | Brader Way
¡Ven con familia y amigos a disfrutar una tarde de picnic y en comunidad!
Young Adults
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Tuesdays | Game Night & Open Volleyball
Tuesdays, 7 PM | Brader Way
Drop in to play board or card games or volleyball with other young adults. No sign-up required. Bring friends, come meet new ones, and join the GroupMe to stay in the loop!
College
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Tuesdays | Summer Bible Study
Tuesdays, 6 PM | UpperHouse
Join us as we dig into scripture, grow in our faith, and connect with others. Join our GroupMe to stay in the loop.
High School
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August 30 | Kiddie Pool Kickball
Sunday, August 30, 2-4 PM | Brader Way
Soak up the last weeks of summer with kiddie pool kickball, snacks, and time with other students and leaders. Open to all incoming 9th-12th grade students. No registration needed. Bring a towel, a friend, and your best slide into home plate!
Middle School
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August 16 | Summer 6.0
Sunday, August 16, 6:30 PM | Fitchburg
Summer 6.0 gives incoming sixth graders a first look at Middle School Ministry. Each night includes games, activities, and discussion, plus time to connect with leaders and current middle schoolers. You’ll explore who God is and how he uniquely made you. Every night is different, so come to one or come to all.
August 23 | Grill Out
Sunday, August 23, 5:30 PM | Brader Way
Kick off the new school year with a grill-out, lawn games, worship, and s’mores. Reconnect with friends, meet new ones, and build community together. Open to all incoming 6th–8th grade students.
KIDS
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Tuesdays | Preschool Open Play
Tuesdays, 9-11 AM | Brader Way
Come and play. For children age 5 and under with their parent or caregiver to have an open space to run around, play with other kids, and make some new friends. Bring your riding toys and outdoor games.
