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CALENDAR
Upcoming Events for Homeschoolers in North Georgia
2008 Calendar
Links
August -
September -
October -
November
- December
October 2008
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October 3, 2008 |
WonderQuest Theater
at Pearce Auditorium in Gainesville
Friday, October 3 9:30AM
$6 per person all ages
The play is : Snow Dragon
...On a mountain so high that the ice never melts, a
mysterious Snow Dragon lives....
The play length is 50 minutes and is geared toward
elementary ages/preschoolers. However, my older children
also enjoy Wonder Quest productions.
Questions:
athomefour@bellsouth.net |
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October 3, 2008 |
Stone Mountain Home
School Day
Date: Friday, October 3, 2008
Time: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Special Home School Day Family Rate
Adventure Pass $16.00 plus tax, per person (ages 3 & up)
Includes unlimited use of Stone Mountain Park
attractions for the entire day (excluding Ride the
Ducks), plus a special sneak preview of select Pumpkin
Festival shows and activities.
Add Ride The Ducks™ to your Adventure Pass for only
$8.00 + tax per person.
BEST VALUE!
Catered Package (includes admission and meals): $25.00 +
tax
http://www.stonemountainpark.com/mini-section/default.aspx?id=30 |
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October 7, 2008 |
INK HOMESCHOOL DAY,
Gainesville
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
(This event repeats every month on the first Tuesday.)
INK hosts Homeschool Days year round!
Every month there is a different craft activity based on
a theme! Homeschoolers get HALF off the regular
price! $4.00 per person-children and adults. Under 2 is
free.
Located just a short drive north of Atlanta, you will
find a one-of-a kind unique, fun destination for the
entire family. Interactive Neighborhood for Kids, Inc.
(INK), located in Gainesville, Georgia, is a hands-on
Children’s Museum where children can role play and learn
through practical experiences about being a banker,
grocery store clerk, doctor, dentist. hair stylist and
much much more. All exhibits are designed to provide a
unique experience and to actively engage young minds
(not to mention, it’s just plain fun!). No
registration required!
teresastanton@notnats.com
www.inkfun.org
(770) 536-1900
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| October 7,
2008 |
Gwinnett History
Center, History Class
455 S. Perry St., Lawrenceville.
Topic: The American Revolution in Georgia
Class is 2 hours in length and cost $3 each.
Pre-registration is required. (Note: if you are not a
resident of Gwinnett County, contact us before
registering. We are here Monday through Thursday, 10am
to 4pm.)
This year we are
offering two classes each day. The morning class is for
ages 6-10 and lasts from 10:00am to noon. It will
include both instruction and hands-on activities.
Parents are required to stay with their morning students
unless special arrangements have been made.
The afternoon class is for ages 11-up. It will last from
1:00 to 3:00pm and parents are not required to stay if
an emergency contact form is on file. You can register
online at
www.gwinnettparks.com. Log in, go to online
registration, and look at the class listings under
Gwinnett History Museum & Female Seminary.
770.822.5178
kim.elmore@gwinnettcounty.com |
| October 7
& 9, 2008 |
USBORNE BOOK
FAIR, Cumming
Fideles Christian School, 1390 Weber Industrial
Road, Suite 300, Cumming, Georgia. The fair will be
held in our lobby on October 7th and
October 9th from 9 am until 2 pm. Come
see the excellent selection of quality books to add
to your school curriculum or to give as a special
gift.
kerchers@bellsouth.net
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| October 8,
2008 |
Atlanta Botanical
Garden, Atlanta
HOMESCHOOL DAY
1345 Piedmont Ave NE Atlanta, GA 30309
404 876 5859
9 a.m. - noon
The Garden will host an exciting day of tours and
activities exclusively for home school groups.
Supplement your life science, botanical and
environmental studies by visiting a tropical rain
forest, a desert house, and a native Georgia Bog. The
Garden also has a 2-acre Children's Garden focusing on
the interactions between people, animals and plants.
A discounted rate of $6 per student and $6 per adult
chaperone (maximum two per student) will include Garden
admission and all activities. Reservations are not
required, but an RSVP to 404.876.5859 ext. 2556 is
appreciated. (Regular price for admission is $12 for
adults and $9 for students)
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| October
10, 2008 |
Farmtastic Fridays
@ McDaniel's Farm Park, Duluth
Hands-on activities * Lunch * Crafts * Live Animals *
Games
Theme: Outdoor Farm Life
10:00am - 1:00pm
$5 per student (including lunch!)
Pre-registration required
Call 770.814.4920
McDaniel Farm Park
3251 McDaniel Road
Duluth, GA 30096 |
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10, 2008 |
Ice Forum,
Kennesaw
Every SECOND Tuesday and Friday of the
Month during the school year (August-May) are Home
School days. Admission and Skate Rental is $5.00
to all Home Schoolers and their Families during the
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Public Session. Make
sure to bring gloves and hats for the kids and a heavy
jacket for yourself, if you plan to sit and watch.
http://iceforum.com/Page.asp?n=23041&snid=87831405&org=iceforum.com |
| October
14, 2008 |
Zoo Atlanta
HomeSchool Academy
An exciting program where students explore animal and
science concepts in a fun, interactive environment. The
HomeSchool Academy offers one 2-hour program per month
that is specifically designed for home school students
in grades K-2, 3-5, 6-8, and 9-12. Each program centers
around a specific grade-appropriate topic and includes
games and activities, zoo tours, and animal encounters.
Programs occur September through May, from 1:00 – 3:00
pm on pre-set Tuesdays.
Fall 2008 Dates:
October 14
November 11
December 9
Program Fees
Members: $10 per student per class
$8 if registering for the entire semester or registering
3 or more students
Non-Members: $15 per student per class $13 if
registering for the entire semester or registering 3 or
more students
Call 404.624.WILD or email
education@zooatlanta.org with questions . Not a
Member? Click here to find out how to become a Zoo
Atlanta member!
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| October
14, 2008 |
Ice Forum,
Kennesaw
Every SECOND Tuesday and Friday of the
Month during the school year (August-May) are Home
School days. Admission and Skate Rental is $5.00
to all Home Schoolers and their Families during the
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Public Session. Make
sure to bring gloves and hats for the kids and a heavy
jacket for yourself, if you plan to sit and watch.
http://iceforum.com/Page.asp?n=23041&snid=87831405&org=iceforum.com |
| October
14, 2008 |
FREE: Imagine It! Children's Museum of Atlanta
1:00p-7:00p
Free admission EVERY second Tuesday of the month through
2008 from 1 - 7 pm with live music and dance performers,
storytellers and special hands-on-art activities.
Ideal for children 1- 8. Reservations recommended.
404.659.KIDS for more info go to
http://www.imagineit-cma.org/target_free_days.html
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| October
15, 2008 |
Atlanta History
Center, Homeschool Programs
"My Family Tree"
1:00 - 4:00 PM
Make the upcoming holidays truly memorable this year by
learning how to research and create your own family
tree.
For more information or to make group reservations,
please call 404.814.4018 or email
Homeschool@AtlantaHistoryCenter.com .
http://www.atlantahistorycenter.com/template.cfm?cid=901 |
October
15, 22, 29, and November 5 & 12,
2008 |
Velva Brown Book Writing Camp
Snellville, GA
October 15, 22, 29, November 5
and 12 from 12 - 1
Why a book camp? Writing a
book encompasses many different abilities from story
boarding and character development to illustrating.
We will cover the basic writing traits in this
class. I believe that this will be a fun class!
Cost? $60 for the 5 week
course
(770) 978-3971 or
bhssnellville@bellsouth.net
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| October 17
& 18, 2008 |
THEATRE WORKS OF GEORGIA, Sandy Springs
Church of the Redeemer, 5185 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd. in
Sandy Springs. These are one day, two hour workshops
designed to give you flexibility in scheduling around
other curricular and extracurricular activities.
Workshop for Older Actors: (ages 9-11)
Through games, exercises and improvisational scenes we
will explore the actor tools of voice, body and
imagination. Students will also begin to explore some
relaxation/concentration techniques employed by
Stanislavsky, the famous Russian acting teacher, and
learn a little bit about what has come to be known as
his "method."
Cost: $25
Friday, Oct. 17th 1:30 - 3:30
Saturday, Oct. 18th 10:00 - 12:00
Workshops for middle and high school students, as well
as audition preparation workshops, will be coming later
in the year.
Contact Lee Knippenberg
(leeknip@comcast.net) for more information or to
register for the workshops. |
| October
17, 2008 |
Out of the Box Art
Studio, Alpharetta
Friday Oct 17th: 10:00-2:00/ 2:00-4:00 High Museum
field trip and medieval art project.... Out of the
box art studio . Students and parents enjoy a
special tour at the HMA seeing this new exhibit.
returning to OOTB at 2:00-4:00 to make their own
project from medieval times.22.00 per child includes
their ticket to HMA/ 15.00 per adult.
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| October
17, 2008 |
Out of the Box Art
Studio, Alpharetta
FRIDAY OCT. 17 and Nov.21 2:30-5:30 Drawing
workshops with Jennifer Snyder( home school mom of 4
and artist!) " Artist of the Bible " will be
discussed. Line, volume, perspective and large
figure drawing will be explored! 25.00 per workshop
plus 12.00 supply fee. Advanced registration
required. 678-867-7713
www.outoftheboxartstudio.com
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| October
17, 2008 |
Out of the Box Art
Studio, Alpharetta
FRIDAY Oct.17th: " The art of Etiquette" with
Jennifer Snyder (Home school mom and artist!) " The
art of everyday manners" will be covered with fun
and flare! 25.00 advanced registration required
678-867-7713.
www.outoftheboxartstudio.com
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| October
23, 2008 |
Out of the Box Art
Studio, Alpharetta
Thursday Oct. 23rd 6:30-9:30: LADIES NIGHT OUT IN
THE POTTERY Come learn to make beautiful NATIVITY
plates! each has a different verse from the Nativity
story!!! Out of the box art studio reservations
required. Price: piece that you paint. refreshments
served. teens and teens welcome.
678-867-7713
www.outoftheboxartstudio.com
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| October
23, 2008 |
Out of the Box Art
Studio, Alpharetta
Thursday Oct.23rd 6:30-8:30 " Wild about the wheel"
Pottery on the potter's wheel for Family! Moms ,
teens , teens or dad. 8 week class. See website for
info
www.outoftheboxartstudio.com
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| October
24, 2008 |
Out of the Box Art
Studio, Alpharetta
Friday OCT.24th:" MUD WORKS ... come play in the
clay" 1:00-3:00elementary and preschool students
come experience clay! Hand building project,
Pottery wheel experience and loads of exploration
in clay and its tools! 25.00 per student. Out
of the box art studio. must register 678-867-7713.
www.outoftheboxartstudio.com
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| October
27, 2008 |
Out of the Box Art
Studio, Alpharetta
Monday Oct.27th 11:00-3:00 Out of the box sponsors
field trip to North Georgia Pottery.
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| October
28, 2008 |
Imagine-It Homeschool Day, Atlanta
This year Imagine It! presents a new program
developed just for the unique needs of home school
groups. Perfect for grade levels Pre-K through
3rd/4th grades, this program gives your students a
chance to enjoy the Museum in a whole new way! Enjoy
Imaginator-led special activities that teach
important concepts from math and science to
language arts and social studies.
Join us for our next Home School Day on Tuesday,
October 28, 2008 from 1 to 4 p.m. where you can
enjoy Math and Science activities featuring our new
exhibit “Bob The Builder”. All Homeschool Days
are $8 per child/ $4 per member (Adults are free).
This price includes admission to the Museum as well
as Home School Day activities. Reservations
are required for all Home School Days. Please
contact our: Reservations Dept at (404)
527-3693, or via email at
reservations@imagineit-cma.org.
For more information contact Tawana Francisco,
Manager of Education and Outreach Programming at
Imagine It! The Children's Museum of Atlanta.
(404)527-5967,
tawana.francisco@imagineit-cma.org or
www.imagineit-cma.org
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