Every fall, I look forward to one of the happiest nights on our church calendar—the Preschool Carnival. There’s something special about watching the church come alive with laughter, costumes, music, and joy. But what makes this night so meaningful is not just the games or prizes—it’s what the carnival represents.
Our preschool welcomes families from across the community—many of whom don’t yet attend RB Community Church. The carnival provides us with an opportunity to bridge that gap. It’s an evening where we can show hospitality in the simplest, most powerful way—by creating a space where children and families feel seen, valued, and welcomed.
When preschool families see our students running game booths, volunteers painting faces, and church members greeting guests with smiles, they see more than an event. They see a church that loves children and invests in families beyond Sunday mornings. For some, it’s the first step toward connection with our church family.
This year’s carnival is scheduled for this Friday, October 11, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., with volunteers setting up as early as 3:00 p.m. Pizza will be provided for all helpers. The night will include games, crafts, face painting, music, prizes, and plenty of moments designed to leave families smiling long after they go home.
The carnival also kicks off the 37th Annual Preschool Craft Fair (Friday and Saturday, October 11–12), which raises funds to support our preschool program and the children it serves.
For me, the heart of this night isn’t just the fun—it’s the reminder that the church is at its best when we welcome people with joy, service, and love. The Preschool Carnival is one of those nights where that becomes real in a very tangible way.
We still need six more adult volunteers from our congregation to help make this event run smoothly. If you’d like to join us in creating a joyful, welcoming evening for our preschool families, I’d love to have you be part of it. Feel free to contact me, Richard Klusmeier, at richard@rbcommunity.org with any questions.