PhysicsQuest
http://www.physicscentral.com/experiment/physicsquest/index.cfm
PhysicsQuest is a middle school competition that consists of four physical science experiments centered on a mystery. The experiments are designed to be done by small groups in a classroom or after school setting. Each of the experiments gives students a clue that they need to solve the mystery. Classes can submit their answers online and be entered into a random drawing for prizes. PhysicsQuest kits are provided free to registered classrooms.
PhysicsQuest 2009: Spectra's PowerRegister Now: http://ultron.aps.org/forms/aps.cgi?ID=200901
Lucinda Hene began life as the most ordinary of children. She did fairly well in school and was on the swim team but she longed to stand out. Child of brilliant laser scientists, Lucinda dreamed of being more than normal, of being extraordinary. Then one day it happened. She felt something inside her begin to change. She changed from normal Lucinda Hene to the powerful Spectra, a super hero with the powers of a laser. To unlock the mystery of her past and her powers Spectra must defeat the most evil of super villains, the beautiful yet deadly Miss Alignment.
Follow Spectra as she learns about her past and about the history of the powerful instrument she has become. In PhysicsQuest 2009 students will learn about why lasers are one of the most important inventions of the 20th century. They will do experiments to show why a laser is not just a cat toy, but an extraordinary tool for unlocking the mysteries of our world. All the while students will be helping Spectra and her gang save the world from the clutches of Miss Alignment.
Friday, July 31, 2009
Thursday, July 30, 2009
The Well-Planned Day Family Homeschool Planner
SPECIAL 3 DAY SALE - ENDS AUGUST 1, 2009!
3 Days Only! Purchase the Well-Planned Day for $21.95!
Retail Price: $24.95
FINALLY, A DATED HOMESCHOOL PLANNER & HOME MANAGEMENT SYSTEM IN ONE!
The Well-Planned Day is 12-month, dated homeschool planner and home management system beautifully designed in one convenient book.
With features such as month at a glance, semester time schedules, and weekly planning, the Well-Planned Day makes keeping your homeschooling on track easier than ever.
Couple that with home management features such as perforated shopping lists, menu planning, monthly bill organization, and weekly priorities, you're family is sure to have a successful year.
Best of all, each month has an encouraging article from the Home Educating Family magazine to inspire and equip!
ABOUT THE PLANNER
Organize your busy days all in one place with this beautifully-designed planner. That Well-Planned Day is a family homeschool organizer, designed especially for moms. This effective, yet easy-to-use format will ensure that each day at your home is smooth and profitable. The Well-Planned Day includes:
. OVER 200 FULL COLOR PAGES
. 8.5 X 11 PRINTED BOOK - NOT A PDF DOWNLOAD
. Full Year Planner: July 2009 - June 2010
. Organize and Plan for up to 4 children in one convenient book.
. A Class Planner: Schedule each student's class assignments.
. Weekly Schedule: Organize your week with class assignments, weekly priorities, prayer requests, dinner menu, and notes.
. Semester Time Schedule: Track each day by the hour.
. Month at a Glance: Plan field trips, enrichment activities and books to read
. Semester Attendance & Progress Reports
. Transcript Evaluation Forms and Perforated Report Cards
. Menu Planning: Plan weekly meals and conveniently shop with perforated shopping lists.
. Family Worship & Prayer: Read through the Bible in a year and record prayer request weekly.
. Insightful homeschool articles and tips to inspire you throughout the year.
. and much more....
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Homeschool Explorers 2009 - 2010
Nature Class: Homeschool Explorers 2009 / 2010
Instructor: Bartlett Nature Center Instructors
Location: Bartlett Nature Center
James “Pate” Philip State Park
2054 W. Stearns Rd
Bartlett, IL 60103
Registration: Class is two semesters. You will be registering for both
semesters. Payment may be split into two payments
(see “cost” below) or paid in full by 8/12/09.
Cost: $22.50 Fall Semester (5 Sessions)
$3.00 supply fee
$25.50 total Fall Semester (Due by 8/12/09)
$18.00 Winter Semester (4 Sessions)
$6.50 supply fee
$24.50 total for Winter Semester (Due by 1/13/10)
$50.00 total for Fall/Winter Semesters
A parent or representative must be present at the Nature Center during the class session. Parents are encouraged to participate. There is a seating area in the museum as well. Younger siblings may join you at the Nature Center as long as there is no disruption to the class.
Fall Semester payment in full is due by 8/12/09 to reserve your spot in the class.
Payment by cash or a check made out to Bartlett Nature Center.
Send Payment to: Check Made out to: Bartlett Nature Center
c/o Julie Schnepper
406 Freeman Ave
Streamwood, IL 60107
Questions/Contact: Julie Schnepper
Bartlett Nature Center Instructor
Northern Illinois Homeschool Monthly
N.IL.HomeschoolMonthly@gmail.com
Include: Your name, address, phone, email, name of child/children and age(s).
Time: 1:30 – 3:00 pm (Classes will start promptly at 1:30)
Ages: 5 to 10 (Must be 5 no later than January 1, 2009.) The classes are taught at the 5-8 year old level.
Inclement Weather: If an outdoor class is scheduled and the weather is inclement the class will be rescheduled. Refunds will not be given because of inclement weather.
Class Minimum/Maximum: 15 students/20 students
Class Dates:
Fall Semester:
Wednesday, September 9: Fall Nature Hike
45 minute hike; 30 minutes picnic shelter (bring snacks);
15 minute hike back to nature center.
Wednesday, October 14: Colors of Fall
(O’Brien Woods – located behind the Bartlett Public
Library)
Hike into teaching circle and view the beautiful Fall
colors; each child needs to bring a plain white t-shirt for
leaf printing; Smores 30 minutes (there will be an online
sign up for Smores supplies
Wednesday, November 11: Reptiles vs. Amphibians
What are the differences? Animal show of Nature Center’s
reptiles and amphibians.
Wednesday, December 9: Living Green
Students will be learning about composting, recycling,
energy efficiency. Students will work on a
Poster (please bring 1 sheet of poster board per student) to
help them remember to put into practice what they have
learned.
Wednesday, January 13: Winter Hike
30 minute hike (dress accordingly); 30 minute hot
chocolate and cookies (there will be an online sign up for
supplies) and 30 minute look at snowflakes.
Winter Semester:
Wednesday, February 10: What is a Plant?
Students will dissect a flower to identify the different
parts; they will complete an identification chart and learn
about plants native to Illinois.
Wednesday, March 10: Flying Wild
Introduction to the study of birds and their habitats.
Wednesday, April 14: Weather
Learn about the water cycle, clouds, wind and more.
Students will assemble a kite.
Wednesday, May 12: Spring Hike
45 minute hike; 30 minutes picnic shelter (bring
snacks); 15 minute hike back to nature center.
Instructor: Bartlett Nature Center Instructors
Location: Bartlett Nature Center
James “Pate” Philip State Park
2054 W. Stearns Rd
Bartlett, IL 60103
Registration: Class is two semesters. You will be registering for both
semesters. Payment may be split into two payments
(see “cost” below) or paid in full by 8/12/09.
Cost: $22.50 Fall Semester (5 Sessions)
$3.00 supply fee
$25.50 total Fall Semester (Due by 8/12/09)
$18.00 Winter Semester (4 Sessions)
$6.50 supply fee
$24.50 total for Winter Semester (Due by 1/13/10)
$50.00 total for Fall/Winter Semesters
A parent or representative must be present at the Nature Center during the class session. Parents are encouraged to participate. There is a seating area in the museum as well. Younger siblings may join you at the Nature Center as long as there is no disruption to the class.
Fall Semester payment in full is due by 8/12/09 to reserve your spot in the class.
Payment by cash or a check made out to Bartlett Nature Center.
Send Payment to: Check Made out to: Bartlett Nature Center
c/o Julie Schnepper
406 Freeman Ave
Streamwood, IL 60107
Questions/Contact: Julie Schnepper
Bartlett Nature Center Instructor
Northern Illinois Homeschool Monthly
N.IL.HomeschoolMonthly@gmail.com
Include: Your name, address, phone, email, name of child/children and age(s).
Time: 1:30 – 3:00 pm (Classes will start promptly at 1:30)
Ages: 5 to 10 (Must be 5 no later than January 1, 2009.) The classes are taught at the 5-8 year old level.
Inclement Weather: If an outdoor class is scheduled and the weather is inclement the class will be rescheduled. Refunds will not be given because of inclement weather.
Class Minimum/Maximum: 15 students/20 students
Class Dates:
Fall Semester:
Wednesday, September 9: Fall Nature Hike
45 minute hike; 30 minutes picnic shelter (bring snacks);
15 minute hike back to nature center.
Wednesday, October 14: Colors of Fall
(O’Brien Woods – located behind the Bartlett Public
Library)
Hike into teaching circle and view the beautiful Fall
colors; each child needs to bring a plain white t-shirt for
leaf printing; Smores 30 minutes (there will be an online
sign up for Smores supplies
Wednesday, November 11: Reptiles vs. Amphibians
What are the differences? Animal show of Nature Center’s
reptiles and amphibians.
Wednesday, December 9: Living Green
Students will be learning about composting, recycling,
energy efficiency. Students will work on a
Poster (please bring 1 sheet of poster board per student) to
help them remember to put into practice what they have
learned.
Wednesday, January 13: Winter Hike
30 minute hike (dress accordingly); 30 minute hot
chocolate and cookies (there will be an online sign up for
supplies) and 30 minute look at snowflakes.
Winter Semester:
Wednesday, February 10: What is a Plant?
Students will dissect a flower to identify the different
parts; they will complete an identification chart and learn
about plants native to Illinois.
Wednesday, March 10: Flying Wild
Introduction to the study of birds and their habitats.
Wednesday, April 14: Weather
Learn about the water cycle, clouds, wind and more.
Students will assemble a kite.
Wednesday, May 12: Spring Hike
45 minute hike; 30 minutes picnic shelter (bring
snacks); 15 minute hike back to nature center.
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
Lose the Training Wheels Program
Easter Seals DuPage and the Fox Valley Region and Lose the Training Wheels, Inc. team up to provide this five day program during two weeks this summer. Lose the Training Wheels designed to help children who currently ride a two wheel bike with training wheels to ride without the training wheels. Using a series of specially designed bicycles and knowledge of the mechanics of steering, balance, motor learning, and postural techniques, each child reaches his/her bike-riding potential. (More information about the theory behind Lose the Training Wheels can be found at http://www.losethetrainingwheels.org/).
Who Should Participate?
To benefit from this program, child must be at least 8 years old and meet these prerequisites:
-Child has desire to ride a two-wheel bike.
-Child is able to keep feet on pedals without the use of straps or pedal blocks.
-Child has the balance necessary to walk briskly without assistive devices.
-Child can take rapid side steps in both directions.
-Child has the stamina to practice pedaling for 1-1.5 hours.
-Child has the vision and or spatial awareness needed to avoid obstacles.
-Child is able to pay attention to training exercises and is willing to respond to directions.
-Child has all limbs and ability to grip all bars.
Among children who meet all of these criteria, there is a 80% success rate for learning to ride a two-wheel bike without training wheels by day 5.
Check Out Photos from the July 6th - 10th Session
36 out of the 38 children successfully learned to ride a two-wheel bike!
22 Scholarships still available!
Cost for families after the scholarship would be $175. Please call us today to Register for our final week of Lose the Training Wheels!
Dates and Times:
Indicate the week you prefer on your registration form.
Schedule for week of August 3 -- 7, 2009
All classes take place at Montini High School, 19W070 16th St. Lombard, IL 60148.
Groups designed for children with primary impairments in the areas of strength, balance or muscle tone:
Group A: Monday - Friday 9:00 - 10:15
Group B: Monday - Friday 10:30 - 11:45
Groups designed for children with primary impairments in the areas of sensory-processing, vision or hand-use:
Group C: Monday - Friday 12:45 - 2:00
Group D: Monday - Friday 2:15 - 3:30
Group E: Monday - Friday 3:45 - 5:00
Staff:
Each group will be led by one therapist (physical or occupational therapist, depending on the group) and several aids and volunteers. Each child will one-on-one attention for safety reasons while riding.
Cost:
The cost for the week-long program is $330, payable to Easter Seals DuPage and the Fox Valley Region at the time of registration. Due to generous grants from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois and CVS Caremark Corporation, scholarship money is available to reduce the cost of this program. Please contact Yolanda de Luna at 630.282.2028 to apply for a scholarship if needed. Spots cannot be held without payment and completed registration form. Easter Seals will not provide any insurance billing for this program. A receipt will be available for you at the end of the program.
Prescription Required:
You physician must complete a special prescription form in order for your child to participate. A form will be sent to you upon receipt of your registration. Do not use the prescription form in this booklet.
Photo Release Required:
All parents must sign consents to photograph their child in order for their child to participate.
Helmet:
Each child is required to bring a securely fitting bike helmet to wear throughout the program.
Registration forms: http://dfvr.easterseals.com/site/PageServer?pagename=ILDU_Lose_the_Training_Wheels
Who Should Participate?
To benefit from this program, child must be at least 8 years old and meet these prerequisites:
-Child has desire to ride a two-wheel bike.
-Child is able to keep feet on pedals without the use of straps or pedal blocks.
-Child has the balance necessary to walk briskly without assistive devices.
-Child can take rapid side steps in both directions.
-Child has the stamina to practice pedaling for 1-1.5 hours.
-Child has the vision and or spatial awareness needed to avoid obstacles.
-Child is able to pay attention to training exercises and is willing to respond to directions.
-Child has all limbs and ability to grip all bars.
Among children who meet all of these criteria, there is a 80% success rate for learning to ride a two-wheel bike without training wheels by day 5.
Check Out Photos from the July 6th - 10th Session
36 out of the 38 children successfully learned to ride a two-wheel bike!
22 Scholarships still available!
Cost for families after the scholarship would be $175. Please call us today to Register for our final week of Lose the Training Wheels!
Dates and Times:
Indicate the week you prefer on your registration form.
Schedule for week of August 3 -- 7, 2009
All classes take place at Montini High School, 19W070 16th St. Lombard, IL 60148.
Groups designed for children with primary impairments in the areas of strength, balance or muscle tone:
Group A: Monday - Friday 9:00 - 10:15
Group B: Monday - Friday 10:30 - 11:45
Groups designed for children with primary impairments in the areas of sensory-processing, vision or hand-use:
Group C: Monday - Friday 12:45 - 2:00
Group D: Monday - Friday 2:15 - 3:30
Group E: Monday - Friday 3:45 - 5:00
Staff:
Each group will be led by one therapist (physical or occupational therapist, depending on the group) and several aids and volunteers. Each child will one-on-one attention for safety reasons while riding.
Cost:
The cost for the week-long program is $330, payable to Easter Seals DuPage and the Fox Valley Region at the time of registration. Due to generous grants from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois and CVS Caremark Corporation, scholarship money is available to reduce the cost of this program. Please contact Yolanda de Luna at 630.282.2028 to apply for a scholarship if needed. Spots cannot be held without payment and completed registration form. Easter Seals will not provide any insurance billing for this program. A receipt will be available for you at the end of the program.
Prescription Required:
You physician must complete a special prescription form in order for your child to participate. A form will be sent to you upon receipt of your registration. Do not use the prescription form in this booklet.
Photo Release Required:
All parents must sign consents to photograph their child in order for their child to participate.
Helmet:
Each child is required to bring a securely fitting bike helmet to wear throughout the program.
Registration forms: http://dfvr.easterseals.com/site/PageServer?pagename=ILDU_Lose_the_Training_Wheels
Monday, July 27, 2009
Homeschool Reviews.com
Looking for curriculum ideas for the coming year?
Check out:
www.HomeschoolReviews.com
The purpose of www.homeschoolreviews.com site is to provide a community where homeschoolers can read reviews and discuss curriculum and other issues that relate to homeschooling. Because all of the content of this site is created by Homeschooling parents, a unique perspective is obtained. This perspective is invaluable to other homeschoolers when it comes time to make curriculum choices or solve problems in thier homeschools.
Check out:
www.HomeschoolReviews.com
The purpose of www.homeschoolreviews.com site is to provide a community where homeschoolers can read reviews and discuss curriculum and other issues that relate to homeschooling. Because all of the content of this site is created by Homeschooling parents, a unique perspective is obtained. This perspective is invaluable to other homeschoolers when it comes time to make curriculum choices or solve problems in thier homeschools.
Sunday, July 26, 2009
Homeschool Freebie of the Day
www.HomeschoolFreebieoftheDay.com is a wonderful resource. Each day brings another FREE downloaded resource for your homeschool.
For those new to homeschooling, check out Friday's resource: GETTING STARTED HOMESCHOOLING Lessons from HOMESCHOOL ABCs
For those on information overload with the school year quickly approaching, Thursday's resource: TAMING THE "HOMESCHOOL INFORMATION OVERLOAD" MONSTER
I am very grateful for all of the hardwork the Erskine Family puts into this valuable resource!
Julie
Greetings
Well, we are back once more with another superb lineup
of great homeschool resources for you this coming week.
Don't miss a one of these --
Be sure to make note NOW of the ones you want to get!
Here's the lineup for this week:
-----------------
Monday, July 27th:
A CLASSICAL COPYBOOK (PDF ebook)
Well done copybook from writefromhistory.com, covering early modern
history, from Pocahontas to Kit Carson. This copybook is meant for
beginning grammar stage students, and focuses on a traditional
cursive style writing.
Tuesday, July 28th:
GABRIEL AND THE HOUR BOOK (PDF ebook)
A wonderful character-building story set in 15th century France,
about a young peasant boy named Gabriel, who becomes an apprentice
to a monk who creates illuminated texts. This is a true delight,
a well written "living history" book for all ages.
Highly recommended!
Wednesday, July 29th:
RAGGEDY ANN STORIES by Johnny Gruelle (PDF ebook)
The very first "Raggedy Ann" book with all the stories and
colorful illustrations included! If your little ones have never
seen this much beloved classic story book, they are in for a
delightful treat!
Thursday, July 30th:
TAMING THE "HOMESCHOOL INFORMATION OVERLOAD" MONSTER (PDF ebook)
Discover eight practical strategies for dealing with
"homeschool information overload" and learn how to
free up more of your precious time for
what is really important in your life.
This practical, easily-implemented little report is MUST reading
for EVERY online homeschool mom! Two thumbs up!
Friday, July 31st:
GETTING STARTED HOMESCHOOLING Lessons from HOMESCHOOL ABCs
Five weekly lessons from Homeschooling ABCs - step-by-step
"how to get started" and "what do do next" information
especially for homeschool newbies, with bite-sized chunks of
wisdom and advice, plus action steps for each week.
You can pick up each of these resources ONLY on their
respective days at:
www.HomeschoolFreebieOfTheDay.com
For those new to homeschooling, check out Friday's resource: GETTING STARTED HOMESCHOOLING Lessons from HOMESCHOOL ABCs
For those on information overload with the school year quickly approaching, Thursday's resource: TAMING THE "HOMESCHOOL INFORMATION OVERLOAD" MONSTER
I am very grateful for all of the hardwork the Erskine Family puts into this valuable resource!
Julie
Greetings
Well, we are back once more with another superb lineup
of great homeschool resources for you this coming week.
Don't miss a one of these --
Be sure to make note NOW of the ones you want to get!
Here's the lineup for this week:
-----------------
Monday, July 27th:
A CLASSICAL COPYBOOK (PDF ebook)
Well done copybook from writefromhistory.com, covering early modern
history, from Pocahontas to Kit Carson. This copybook is meant for
beginning grammar stage students, and focuses on a traditional
cursive style writing.
Tuesday, July 28th:
GABRIEL AND THE HOUR BOOK (PDF ebook)
A wonderful character-building story set in 15th century France,
about a young peasant boy named Gabriel, who becomes an apprentice
to a monk who creates illuminated texts. This is a true delight,
a well written "living history" book for all ages.
Highly recommended!
Wednesday, July 29th:
RAGGEDY ANN STORIES by Johnny Gruelle (PDF ebook)
The very first "Raggedy Ann" book with all the stories and
colorful illustrations included! If your little ones have never
seen this much beloved classic story book, they are in for a
delightful treat!
Thursday, July 30th:
TAMING THE "HOMESCHOOL INFORMATION OVERLOAD" MONSTER (PDF ebook)
Discover eight practical strategies for dealing with
"homeschool information overload" and learn how to
free up more of your precious time for
what is really important in your life.
This practical, easily-implemented little report is MUST reading
for EVERY online homeschool mom! Two thumbs up!
Friday, July 31st:
GETTING STARTED HOMESCHOOLING Lessons from HOMESCHOOL ABCs
Five weekly lessons from Homeschooling ABCs - step-by-step
"how to get started" and "what do do next" information
especially for homeschool newbies, with bite-sized chunks of
wisdom and advice, plus action steps for each week.
You can pick up each of these resources ONLY on their
respective days at:
www.HomeschoolFreebieOfTheDay.com
Saturday, July 25, 2009
West Suburban Home School Band - Streamwood Parade
The kids and I had a wonderful time at the Streamwood Celebration parade today.
The West Suburban Home School Band participated in the parade - Great Job WSHSB!!
THE TIME IS NOW - JOIN THE WSHSB
Enrollment for the 2009-2010 concert season of the West Suburban Home School Band, the WSHSB, takes place over the summer. If you or anyone you know has home schooled students, ages 9 and up, interested in joining the West Suburban Home School Band, now is the time to act to give those who need to audition time to prepare. There is a link to our Summer Recruiting Flyer on our WSHSB Home Page at www.wshsb.com.
You can also click on our Auditions tab for complete audition information for 2009-2010. While auditions are not required for Cadets, beginners with little or no musical experience, there is a description of what they need to prepare before band begins in the fall.
We’d love to have you join us. You are welcome to contact the director, Karen Borow at 630-231-6155. We ask that you share this information with other home schoolers, not in your group, who may not see this announcement.
The West Suburban Home School Band participated in the parade - Great Job WSHSB!!
THE TIME IS NOW - JOIN THE WSHSB
Enrollment for the 2009-2010 concert season of the West Suburban Home School Band, the WSHSB, takes place over the summer. If you or anyone you know has home schooled students, ages 9 and up, interested in joining the West Suburban Home School Band, now is the time to act to give those who need to audition time to prepare. There is a link to our Summer Recruiting Flyer on our WSHSB Home Page at www.wshsb.com.
You can also click on our Auditions tab for complete audition information for 2009-2010. While auditions are not required for Cadets, beginners with little or no musical experience, there is a description of what they need to prepare before band begins in the fall.
We’d love to have you join us. You are welcome to contact the director, Karen Borow at 630-231-6155. We ask that you share this information with other home schoolers, not in your group, who may not see this announcement.
Friday, July 24, 2009
Scarce Book Rescue
Scarce Book Rescue
http://www.bookrescue.org/default.asp
HOMESCHOOL MEMBERSHIP PROGRAM
The Home School Membership provides homeschoolers with used textbooks and teaching materials, staff assistance, student programs, and other services designed for them, all at minimal cost. Membership has the following benefits:
•Much lower cost per book than retail or used book sellers
•Access to book room on special days
•Assistance with book selection
•Preferential access to selected teaching materials
•Email alerts on book arrivals and upcoming programs
•Environmental Presentations for K-12 Students (The 3R's with Papermaking, Composting and Worms, Enviroscape Watershed Model, Groundwater Model)
•Help keep the Book Rescue open
For more information, email homeschool@bookrescue.org
HOW IT WORKS
Costs:
* $20 for 1 Year (family) Memberhship
* Text Book donation is $2 per book for members.
* Text Book donation is $5 per book for non-members.
* Members are invited to fill a bag of library books for a donation of $5 per bag (we will provide a bag)
Rules & Regulations:
* Members must fill out a registration card at sign up, including number of children and their ages
* Members must sign in and show their membership card before entering the book rooms on each visit
* Children less than 14 years old are not allowed in the book rooms, without exception!
* Limit of 9 visits per year per membership
* Limit of 10 books per child per visit
* Limit of 1 book of the same grade/subject/publisher/edition per child
* Books are not to be resold!
HOURS & LOCATION
SUMMER HOURS:
Monday - Friday
9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
LABOR DAY TO MEMORIAL DAY:
Monday - Friday
9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday evenings until 7:00 p.m.
The 2nd Saturday of the month
9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
THE BOOK RESCUE IS CLOSED FOR ALL MAJOR HOLIDAYS, including Dec 24,25, 26, 31, 2007 and Jan 1, 2008
They are located at 799 Roosevelt Road, in Building 2, Suite 108, in Glen Ellyn.
http://www.bookrescue.org/default.asp
HOMESCHOOL MEMBERSHIP PROGRAM
The Home School Membership provides homeschoolers with used textbooks and teaching materials, staff assistance, student programs, and other services designed for them, all at minimal cost. Membership has the following benefits:
•Much lower cost per book than retail or used book sellers
•Access to book room on special days
•Assistance with book selection
•Preferential access to selected teaching materials
•Email alerts on book arrivals and upcoming programs
•Environmental Presentations for K-12 Students (The 3R's with Papermaking, Composting and Worms, Enviroscape Watershed Model, Groundwater Model)
•Help keep the Book Rescue open
For more information, email homeschool@bookrescue.org
HOW IT WORKS
Costs:
* $20 for 1 Year (family) Memberhship
* Text Book donation is $2 per book for members.
* Text Book donation is $5 per book for non-members.
* Members are invited to fill a bag of library books for a donation of $5 per bag (we will provide a bag)
Rules & Regulations:
* Members must fill out a registration card at sign up, including number of children and their ages
* Members must sign in and show their membership card before entering the book rooms on each visit
* Children less than 14 years old are not allowed in the book rooms, without exception!
* Limit of 9 visits per year per membership
* Limit of 10 books per child per visit
* Limit of 1 book of the same grade/subject/publisher/edition per child
* Books are not to be resold!
HOURS & LOCATION
SUMMER HOURS:
Monday - Friday
9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
LABOR DAY TO MEMORIAL DAY:
Monday - Friday
9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday evenings until 7:00 p.m.
The 2nd Saturday of the month
9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
THE BOOK RESCUE IS CLOSED FOR ALL MAJOR HOLIDAYS, including Dec 24,25, 26, 31, 2007 and Jan 1, 2008
They are located at 799 Roosevelt Road, in Building 2, Suite 108, in Glen Ellyn.
Thursday, July 23, 2009
Streamwood Summer Celebration: July 24th - July 26th
Streamwood Summer Celebration
July 24th - July 26th
Hoosier Grove Park, Streamwood (Irving Park Road west of Bartlett Rd and east of Rt. 59)
http://www.streamwoodparkdistrict.org/
Come meet a few of Bartlett Nature Center's animals - I'll be out at the Bartlett Nature Center Booth from 3 pm - 6pm on Saturday.
Julie
July 24th - July 26th
Hoosier Grove Park, Streamwood (Irving Park Road west of Bartlett Rd and east of Rt. 59)
http://www.streamwoodparkdistrict.org/
Come meet a few of Bartlett Nature Center's animals - I'll be out at the Bartlett Nature Center Booth from 3 pm - 6pm on Saturday.
Julie
International Bog Day - Volo Bog
Please join us!
International Bog Day
at Volo Bog State Natural Area!
Celebrating Bogs Around the World
Sunday, July 26 Open House LNCI! Noon - 4 p.m.
IBD is celebrated in Europe and Canada... We were the first (in 2008) to bring IBD to the U.S.!
Sponsored by Friends of Volo Bog - visit www.FriendsofVoloBog.org
12 Noon- 1 pm Summer Bog Art Show, Silent Auction (Bidding open now - Bidding closes at 1:00 p.m. Sunday) and Artists’ Reception
1- 4 pm Music & Stories
Mike Reichart plays Native American Flutes & teams up with Storyteller Andy Talley to bring us an afternoon celebration of Nature and Bogs!
1- 4 pm Bog Crafts for Kids
Upstairs &/or Picnic Shelter, depending on Weather
45 minute... Guided Bog Tours
11 am 11:45 am 1 pm 1:45 pm 2:45 pm
12 - 4 pm Meet live "Bog Dogs" in the Picnic Area. - Norwegian Elkhound remains have been preserved for over 5,000 years in European Bogs! Meet some of today's dogs!
Summer Bog Art Show
at Volo Bog State Natural Area's International Bog Day Celebration
Over 20 artists stepped up to the challenge to capture the essence of bogs around the world in Volo Bog’s Second Annual Summer Bog Art Show. The show helps promote local artists while increasing awareness of the world’s unique bog ecosystems.
The works, which include paintings, photography and three-dimensional pieces, are available for sale through a silent auction. Ten percent of the proceeds will go to the Friends of Volo Bog. Viewing and bidding is open (during Visitor Center hours of Wednesday - Sunday from 9 am - 3 pm) through 1:00 p.m. Sunday, July 26. An artist's reception, to be held as part of Volo Bog's International Bog Day celebration, is scheduled for Sunday, July 26 from Noon - 1 p.m. with bidding closing at 1 p.m. Winners will then be announced throughout the afternoon between music and storytelling until 4 p.m.
Established in Scotland in 1989, International Bog Day is celebrated on the fourth Sunday every July. Volo Bog State Natural Area was the first to bring International Bog Day to the United States in 2008.
Volo Bog State Natural Area is an Illinois Department of Natural Resources site located in Ingleside, Illinois west of U.S. Highway 12 between state highways 120 and 134. Guided tours of Volo Bog are held most Saturdays and Sundays at 11 am and 1pm for individuals and small groups of nine or fewer. The Friends of Volo Bog is a 501(c)(3) membership organization dedicated to supporting the site. For more information, phone 815-344-1294 or visit Volo Bog at www.FriendsofVoloBog.org or http://dnr.state.il.us/lands/Landmgt/PARKS/R2/VOLOBOG.HTM
Stacy L. Iwanicki
Natural Resources (Education) Coordinator
Illinois Department of Natural Resources
Volo Bog State Natural Area
28478 W. Brandenburg Road
Ingleside, IL 60041
815-344-1294
dnr.volobog@illinois.gov
http://dnr.state.il.us/lands/education/interprt/volo/volobog.htm
and
Moraine Hills State Park
1510 South River Road
McHenry, IL 60051
(Contact through VBSNA)
Life if busy - if you'd like to be removed from our list please let us know ;0)
"We must do our utmost to encourage the beautiful, for the useful encourages itself."
Goethe
International Bog Day
at Volo Bog State Natural Area!
Celebrating Bogs Around the World
Sunday, July 26 Open House LNCI! Noon - 4 p.m.
IBD is celebrated in Europe and Canada... We were the first (in 2008) to bring IBD to the U.S.!
Sponsored by Friends of Volo Bog - visit www.FriendsofVoloBog.org
12 Noon- 1 pm Summer Bog Art Show, Silent Auction (Bidding open now - Bidding closes at 1:00 p.m. Sunday) and Artists’ Reception
1- 4 pm Music & Stories
Mike Reichart plays Native American Flutes & teams up with Storyteller Andy Talley to bring us an afternoon celebration of Nature and Bogs!
1- 4 pm Bog Crafts for Kids
Upstairs &/or Picnic Shelter, depending on Weather
45 minute... Guided Bog Tours
11 am 11:45 am 1 pm 1:45 pm 2:45 pm
12 - 4 pm Meet live "Bog Dogs" in the Picnic Area. - Norwegian Elkhound remains have been preserved for over 5,000 years in European Bogs! Meet some of today's dogs!
Summer Bog Art Show
at Volo Bog State Natural Area's International Bog Day Celebration
Over 20 artists stepped up to the challenge to capture the essence of bogs around the world in Volo Bog’s Second Annual Summer Bog Art Show. The show helps promote local artists while increasing awareness of the world’s unique bog ecosystems.
The works, which include paintings, photography and three-dimensional pieces, are available for sale through a silent auction. Ten percent of the proceeds will go to the Friends of Volo Bog. Viewing and bidding is open (during Visitor Center hours of Wednesday - Sunday from 9 am - 3 pm) through 1:00 p.m. Sunday, July 26. An artist's reception, to be held as part of Volo Bog's International Bog Day celebration, is scheduled for Sunday, July 26 from Noon - 1 p.m. with bidding closing at 1 p.m. Winners will then be announced throughout the afternoon between music and storytelling until 4 p.m.
Established in Scotland in 1989, International Bog Day is celebrated on the fourth Sunday every July. Volo Bog State Natural Area was the first to bring International Bog Day to the United States in 2008.
Volo Bog State Natural Area is an Illinois Department of Natural Resources site located in Ingleside, Illinois west of U.S. Highway 12 between state highways 120 and 134. Guided tours of Volo Bog are held most Saturdays and Sundays at 11 am and 1pm for individuals and small groups of nine or fewer. The Friends of Volo Bog is a 501(c)(3) membership organization dedicated to supporting the site. For more information, phone 815-344-1294 or visit Volo Bog at www.FriendsofVoloBog.org or http://dnr.state.il.us/lands/Landmgt/PARKS/R2/VOLOBOG.HTM
Stacy L. Iwanicki
Natural Resources (Education) Coordinator
Illinois Department of Natural Resources
Volo Bog State Natural Area
28478 W. Brandenburg Road
Ingleside, IL 60041
815-344-1294
dnr.volobog@illinois.gov
http://dnr.state.il.us/lands/education/interprt/volo/volobog.htm
and
Moraine Hills State Park
1510 South River Road
McHenry, IL 60051
(Contact through VBSNA)
Life if busy - if you'd like to be removed from our list please let us know ;0)
"We must do our utmost to encourage the beautiful, for the useful encourages itself."
Goethe
ICHE Young Adult Family Outing - August 29th
Dear Friends,
All families with a young adult 18 and over are invited to join us on August 29 for a day of volleyball, canoeing, corn toss, fellowship and a potluck meal. It will be held at Blackwell Forest Preserve in Warrenville, Illinois. We want you to come!
Sign up now! For more details and registration go to www.iche.org and click on events.
We'd love to see you!
Your ICHE Board
All families with a young adult 18 and over are invited to join us on August 29 for a day of volleyball, canoeing, corn toss, fellowship and a potluck meal. It will be held at Blackwell Forest Preserve in Warrenville, Illinois. We want you to come!
Sign up now! For more details and registration go to www.iche.org and click on events.
We'd love to see you!
Your ICHE Board
Institute for Excellence in Writing
From: Linda Mikottis
linda@excellenceinwriting.com
A Reminder...
Institute for Excellence in Writing
Announces events with Andrew Pudewa:
Elmhurst, IL (Chicago Area): August 4-6, 2009 – IEW Seminars
Hoffman Estates, IL (Chicago Area): 6, 2009 – Evening Event
Chicago, IL: August 7-8, 2009 – Chicago Homeschool Expo
Details and links below – Please forward this to friends and colleagues!
Elmhurst, IL (Chicago Area): August 4-6, 2009 – IEW Seminars
Details below, to register: http://www.excellenceinwriting.com/events
Tues., 8/4: High School Essay Intensive
Wed. & Thurs., 8/5-6: Teaching Writing: Structure & Style
Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church
155 W. Brush Hill Road
Elmhurst, IL 60126
Hoffman Estates, IL (Chicago Area): August 6, 2009 – Evening Event
6:00pm-8:30pm No Registration Necessary!
Andrew Pudewa: Conquering Corrupt Culture by Raising Christian Communicators
& Classical Conversations’ Kim Cromer:
Going Beyond the Books--Practical Application for Classical Education
Korean Church of Chicago
1500 W Algonquin Rd
Hoffman Estates, IL 60192
Chicago, IL: August 7-8, 2009 – Chicago Homeschool Expo
http://www.chicagohomeschoolexpo.com
Andrew’s Talks: ”Freedomship” Education Paradigm, Reaching the Reluctant Writer, Spelling and the Brain, Teaching Boys & Other Children Who Would Rather Be Making Forts All Day, Instant Improvement in Writing
Seminar Descriptions:
Teaching Writing: Structure and Style
A Two-Day Seminar for Teachers, Parents, Tutors, College Students
Cost: $89.00/participant (2nd family member ½ price)
The structure and style syllabus teaches models and techniques for English composition which logically build upon each other, allowing students to become familiar and competent with a variety of writing formats and styles. As opposed to many "creative" writing approaches, this more classical system stresses modeling and builds a firm foundation of specific skills.
Students first make a "key word outline" and then rewrite from their notes, thus being freed from the problem of what to write about, so they are able to clearly focus on how to write well. As they master each structural model and stylistic technique, they develop great confidence, and consequently great creativity. The syllabus then gradually moves the student from dictated content toward "the blank page" using:
Eight different structural models, including:
* Note making and summarizing from notes; limiting skills.
* Summarizing narrative stories with the story sequence chart.
* Summarizing references (without copying the encyclopedia).
* Library research reports using multiple references and fused outlines.
* Topic - clincher paragraph format, techniques for titling.
* Creative writing, letters and writing from pictures.
* Formal essays and critique formats.
The Syllabus in Style introduces specific techniques to help students:
* "Dress-up" each paragraph with six different tools.
* Use a variety of sentence "openers."
* Judiciously choose literary "decorations."
* Learn English grammar in the context of USING it, rather than just memorizing terms and identifying parts of speech.
High School Essay Intensive
A One-Day Seminar for High School age students and teachers
Cost: $50.00/participant (parents $25 if attending with student*)
The High School Essay Prep class is an excellent way to get immediate experience and inside tips on how to do your best on the timed, 25 minute response to a prompt required on the new SAT test. Participants will actually write two full essays, carefully study and then apply the College Board evaluation criteria to sample essays, while receiving a detailed booklet of resources and suggestions for continued practice.
Additionally, students will learn special structure and style tools for use in composing the college application "personal essay"—an entirely different type of writing task. The complete process will be presented: choosing the question, creating the outline, and polishing a final version. Participants will leave with a clear concept of the task, their own outline for an actual personal essay, and several new tricks and techniques to add to their repertoire.
Although this seminar is specifically designed for those who will be taking the SAT or submitting college applications within the next 1-2 years (and especially those teaching such students), it is also useful for general writing practice, tools and tips. It is open to all students, regardless of their experience with IEW courses or materials. A lot of actual writing is done during this six-hour class.
*Parents who wish only to observe are welcome to do so, space available. Paying participants will receive a space at a table and a handout.
Some comments from past attendees:
"I really didn't want to come, but my mom made me, and I am soooo glad I did. It's really going to help me, and I'm not so worried about the SAT essay any more."
"I took the SAT last spring and did okay, but I'm going to do it again and go for a better score. With this new information, I'm very sure I'll do better on the essay portion."
"Mr. Pudewa’s seminar is like the rock concert of writing classes."
"This workshop just de-mystified the whole thing for me. Thanks!"
"Although I've been in many of your classes before, this was awesome. I especially loved the strategies for quickly planning and outlining a short essay, and the advice about how to formulate an opinion and just go for it, even if you're a little undecided about the question. Also the TRIAC paragraph model is awesome—it makes it so easy to organize a good paragraph."
"Really glad I came. I learned a lot. (And I got out of school, too!)"
"I came to be with my son, but I actually had a lot of fun myself. I sure wish I knew some of this when I was going into college!"
linda@excellenceinwriting.com
A Reminder...
Institute for Excellence in Writing
Announces events with Andrew Pudewa:
Elmhurst, IL (Chicago Area): August 4-6, 2009 – IEW Seminars
Hoffman Estates, IL (Chicago Area): 6, 2009 – Evening Event
Chicago, IL: August 7-8, 2009 – Chicago Homeschool Expo
Details and links below – Please forward this to friends and colleagues!
Elmhurst, IL (Chicago Area): August 4-6, 2009 – IEW Seminars
Details below, to register: http://www.excellenceinwriting.com/events
Tues., 8/4: High School Essay Intensive
Wed. & Thurs., 8/5-6: Teaching Writing: Structure & Style
Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church
155 W. Brush Hill Road
Elmhurst, IL 60126
Hoffman Estates, IL (Chicago Area): August 6, 2009 – Evening Event
6:00pm-8:30pm No Registration Necessary!
Andrew Pudewa: Conquering Corrupt Culture by Raising Christian Communicators
& Classical Conversations’ Kim Cromer:
Going Beyond the Books--Practical Application for Classical Education
Korean Church of Chicago
1500 W Algonquin Rd
Hoffman Estates, IL 60192
Chicago, IL: August 7-8, 2009 – Chicago Homeschool Expo
http://www.chicagohomeschoolexpo.com
Andrew’s Talks: ”Freedomship” Education Paradigm, Reaching the Reluctant Writer, Spelling and the Brain, Teaching Boys & Other Children Who Would Rather Be Making Forts All Day, Instant Improvement in Writing
Seminar Descriptions:
Teaching Writing: Structure and Style
A Two-Day Seminar for Teachers, Parents, Tutors, College Students
Cost: $89.00/participant (2nd family member ½ price)
The structure and style syllabus teaches models and techniques for English composition which logically build upon each other, allowing students to become familiar and competent with a variety of writing formats and styles. As opposed to many "creative" writing approaches, this more classical system stresses modeling and builds a firm foundation of specific skills.
Students first make a "key word outline" and then rewrite from their notes, thus being freed from the problem of what to write about, so they are able to clearly focus on how to write well. As they master each structural model and stylistic technique, they develop great confidence, and consequently great creativity. The syllabus then gradually moves the student from dictated content toward "the blank page" using:
Eight different structural models, including:
* Note making and summarizing from notes; limiting skills.
* Summarizing narrative stories with the story sequence chart.
* Summarizing references (without copying the encyclopedia).
* Library research reports using multiple references and fused outlines.
* Topic - clincher paragraph format, techniques for titling.
* Creative writing, letters and writing from pictures.
* Formal essays and critique formats.
The Syllabus in Style introduces specific techniques to help students:
* "Dress-up" each paragraph with six different tools.
* Use a variety of sentence "openers."
* Judiciously choose literary "decorations."
* Learn English grammar in the context of USING it, rather than just memorizing terms and identifying parts of speech.
High School Essay Intensive
A One-Day Seminar for High School age students and teachers
Cost: $50.00/participant (parents $25 if attending with student*)
The High School Essay Prep class is an excellent way to get immediate experience and inside tips on how to do your best on the timed, 25 minute response to a prompt required on the new SAT test. Participants will actually write two full essays, carefully study and then apply the College Board evaluation criteria to sample essays, while receiving a detailed booklet of resources and suggestions for continued practice.
Additionally, students will learn special structure and style tools for use in composing the college application "personal essay"—an entirely different type of writing task. The complete process will be presented: choosing the question, creating the outline, and polishing a final version. Participants will leave with a clear concept of the task, their own outline for an actual personal essay, and several new tricks and techniques to add to their repertoire.
Although this seminar is specifically designed for those who will be taking the SAT or submitting college applications within the next 1-2 years (and especially those teaching such students), it is also useful for general writing practice, tools and tips. It is open to all students, regardless of their experience with IEW courses or materials. A lot of actual writing is done during this six-hour class.
*Parents who wish only to observe are welcome to do so, space available. Paying participants will receive a space at a table and a handout.
Some comments from past attendees:
"I really didn't want to come, but my mom made me, and I am soooo glad I did. It's really going to help me, and I'm not so worried about the SAT essay any more."
"I took the SAT last spring and did okay, but I'm going to do it again and go for a better score. With this new information, I'm very sure I'll do better on the essay portion."
"Mr. Pudewa’s seminar is like the rock concert of writing classes."
"This workshop just de-mystified the whole thing for me. Thanks!"
"Although I've been in many of your classes before, this was awesome. I especially loved the strategies for quickly planning and outlining a short essay, and the advice about how to formulate an opinion and just go for it, even if you're a little undecided about the question. Also the TRIAC paragraph model is awesome—it makes it so easy to organize a good paragraph."
"Really glad I came. I learned a lot. (And I got out of school, too!)"
"I came to be with my son, but I actually had a lot of fun myself. I sure wish I knew some of this when I was going into college!"
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
G.I.F.T. - Godly Influenced Fine Arts Training Registration
G.I.F.T.
Godly Influenced Fine arts Training
There's still time to enroll, but classes are filling fast!
Please register by July 31st
Follow the link for details
http://gifthomeschool.org/index.html
General Classescheck website for specific ages
* Ballet/Tap Levels I & II
* Basic Design (Guge)
* Chess
* Constitution & Congress
* Critical Thinking
* Jazz/Lyrical Dance
* Illusions & Ballooning
* Jewelry Making
* Journalism
* Juggling
* Mock Trial
* Photography/Photojournalism
* Public Performance for Girls
* Public Speaking
* Robotics Levels I & II
Especially for Teens
* Art Studio (Michaels)
* Art (Guge)
* Basic Design (Guge)
* Constitution & Congress
* Journalism
* Music History & Appreciation
* Photography/Photojournalism
* Public Speaking
Godly Influenced Fine arts Training
There's still time to enroll, but classes are filling fast!
Please register by July 31st
Follow the link for details
http://gifthomeschool.org/index.html
General Classescheck website for specific ages
* Ballet/Tap Levels I & II
* Basic Design (Guge)
* Chess
* Constitution & Congress
* Critical Thinking
* Jazz/Lyrical Dance
* Illusions & Ballooning
* Jewelry Making
* Journalism
* Juggling
* Mock Trial
* Photography/Photojournalism
* Public Performance for Girls
* Public Speaking
* Robotics Levels I & II
Especially for Teens
* Art Studio (Michaels)
* Art (Guge)
* Basic Design (Guge)
* Constitution & Congress
* Journalism
* Music History & Appreciation
* Photography/Photojournalism
* Public Speaking
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
Eveready Speech and Debate Club Information
I am very excited about the upcoming year of speech and debate. Our preparations for the coming year are coming together very nicely.
The next and final family information meeting will be held on Tuesday, August 4th at 2:00 at The Chapel. If you have signed up for the club or if you are interested in joining the club but you were not able to attend the previous meeting, I believe it would be beneficial to attend this meeting.
The registration deadline has been set for August 15th. You may register at the information meeting or I could e-mail a registration form to you.
Finally, we will offer a one day novice debate camp on Tuesday, September 8th from 9-4. This is a mandatory camp for all students who are signed up for the senior debate club unless they have attended another debate camp over the summer. However, all club members who are 12 and older are invited to attend this camp even if they are not signed up for debate. I believe attending this camp would be a nice way of exposing students to the wonderful world of team policy debate.
First day of club: Tuesday, September 15th!
Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions.
Thank you,
Elaine Dimoulis
drjdimoulis@aol.com
The next and final family information meeting will be held on Tuesday, August 4th at 2:00 at The Chapel. If you have signed up for the club or if you are interested in joining the club but you were not able to attend the previous meeting, I believe it would be beneficial to attend this meeting.
The registration deadline has been set for August 15th. You may register at the information meeting or I could e-mail a registration form to you.
Finally, we will offer a one day novice debate camp on Tuesday, September 8th from 9-4. This is a mandatory camp for all students who are signed up for the senior debate club unless they have attended another debate camp over the summer. However, all club members who are 12 and older are invited to attend this camp even if they are not signed up for debate. I believe attending this camp would be a nice way of exposing students to the wonderful world of team policy debate.
First day of club: Tuesday, September 15th!
Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions.
Thank you,
Elaine Dimoulis
drjdimoulis@aol.com
Free: Disney's "A Christmas Carol" Train Tour
Disney's "A Christmas Carol" Train Tour
Arriving at Chicago Union Station:
July 24 - 25: 9 am - 7 pm
July 26: 9 am - 4 pm
Cost: Free
See a sneak peek of the film.
Get a behind the scenes look at the making of the movie.
See Charles Dickens Museum artifacts.
Morph your face into characters in the movie.
See concept art, costumes, models & marquettes.
Plus carolers, snow and much more.
Fun for the whole family!
www.ChristmasCarolTrainTour.com
Arriving at Chicago Union Station:
July 24 - 25: 9 am - 7 pm
July 26: 9 am - 4 pm
Cost: Free
See a sneak peek of the film.
Get a behind the scenes look at the making of the movie.
See Charles Dickens Museum artifacts.
Morph your face into characters in the movie.
See concept art, costumes, models & marquettes.
Plus carolers, snow and much more.
Fun for the whole family!
www.ChristmasCarolTrainTour.com
Monday, July 20, 2009
Chicago Homeschool Expo - Online Registration Ends Midnight, July 22nd
ONLINE REGISTRATION ENDS
MIDNIGHT, JULY 22ND!
DON'T MISS OUT! GET YOUR DISCOUNTS NOW BY
REGISTERING ONLINE!
Chicago Homeschool Expo
August 7-8, 2009 - Schaumburg Convention Center
Friday: 10 AM to 7 PM; Saturday: 10 AM to 5 PM
(1551 N Thoreau DR, Schaumburg, IL)
Just Beginning Homeschooling or
Interested in Learning More About Homeschooling?
Attend Homeschooling For Excellence 101
Thursday, August 6, 2009 - 10 AM to 4:30 PM
Hi, everyone! I just can't believe that summer is about halfway through! And the 2009Chicago Homeschool Expo is almost upon us.
We've got an exciting lineup of speakers lined up for the Expo this year. Some of them include:
Christine Field, Author
Andrew Pudewa, Excellence in Writing
Steve Demme, Math-U-See
David Gibbs, Homeschool Legal Advantage
Scott Flansburg, The Human Calculator
Steve and Karen "Spunky" Braun
And Many More!
This email is to let you know that online registration is ending on July 22nd! Remember, when you register online you get a discounted admission price, plus your name badges are mailed to you and you will not have to wait to register when you get to the Expo. Registration gets you access to the exhibit hall AND any of the workshops you wish to attend!
For those of you that are considering homeschooling or are new to homeschooling, you might want to think about attending our Homeschooling for Excellence 101 one-day conference on Thursday, August 6th. This conference allows you to get individualized answers for your own personal situation from other seasoned homeschooling parents. It will help answer questions like:
Where do I begin?
What materials should I choose? There are so many!
How can I encourage my child to learn?
How will I fill my child’s time - will he be lonely?
And during the Homeschooling for Excellence 101 Conference, your children can attend our popular KidsZone - a one day event filled with fun entertainment and educational topics to encourage them to become active and excited learners.
REMINDER: Even though online registration will be closing on July 22nd, registration will still be available at the door for all events. At the door pricing will apply.
Register Online NOW!
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Randi St.Denis
Home Educators Encouragement Alliance
ChicagoHomeschoolExpo.com
Email: ExpoHeea@aol.com
Phone: 770-594-1266
MIDNIGHT, JULY 22ND!
DON'T MISS OUT! GET YOUR DISCOUNTS NOW BY
REGISTERING ONLINE!
Chicago Homeschool Expo
August 7-8, 2009 - Schaumburg Convention Center
Friday: 10 AM to 7 PM; Saturday: 10 AM to 5 PM
(1551 N Thoreau DR, Schaumburg, IL)
Just Beginning Homeschooling or
Interested in Learning More About Homeschooling?
Attend Homeschooling For Excellence 101
Thursday, August 6, 2009 - 10 AM to 4:30 PM
Hi, everyone! I just can't believe that summer is about halfway through! And the 2009Chicago Homeschool Expo is almost upon us.
We've got an exciting lineup of speakers lined up for the Expo this year. Some of them include:
Christine Field, Author
Andrew Pudewa, Excellence in Writing
Steve Demme, Math-U-See
David Gibbs, Homeschool Legal Advantage
Scott Flansburg, The Human Calculator
Steve and Karen "Spunky" Braun
And Many More!
This email is to let you know that online registration is ending on July 22nd! Remember, when you register online you get a discounted admission price, plus your name badges are mailed to you and you will not have to wait to register when you get to the Expo. Registration gets you access to the exhibit hall AND any of the workshops you wish to attend!
For those of you that are considering homeschooling or are new to homeschooling, you might want to think about attending our Homeschooling for Excellence 101 one-day conference on Thursday, August 6th. This conference allows you to get individualized answers for your own personal situation from other seasoned homeschooling parents. It will help answer questions like:
Where do I begin?
What materials should I choose? There are so many!
How can I encourage my child to learn?
How will I fill my child’s time - will he be lonely?
And during the Homeschooling for Excellence 101 Conference, your children can attend our popular KidsZone - a one day event filled with fun entertainment and educational topics to encourage them to become active and excited learners.
REMINDER: Even though online registration will be closing on July 22nd, registration will still be available at the door for all events. At the door pricing will apply.
Register Online NOW!
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Randi St.Denis
Home Educators Encouragement Alliance
ChicagoHomeschoolExpo.com
Email: ExpoHeea@aol.com
Phone: 770-594-1266
Sunday, July 19, 2009
Midwest Museum of Natural History
Midwest Museum of Natural History
425 West State Street (Route 64) Sycamore, IL 60178
Phone: 815.895.9777
AUGUST 2009
Saturday & Sunday, August 1-2, 2009
I Like Spiders & Snakes Weekend
Dozens of varieties of spiders and snakes will be on display, with demonstrations throughout the weekend. On Saturday from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. Rob Carmichael, director of the Wildlife Discovery Center in Lake Forest, will showcase venomous reptiles, including a cobra, rattlesnake and Gila monster or beaded lizard, along with some non-venomous reptiles, like a crocodilian. Formal presentations will be given at 12:30 and 2:30.
On Sunday from 12:00-4:00 a variety of tarantulas will be showcased, including a Mexican red knee, salmon pink bird eater, pink toe, and Star burst baboon. Emperor scorpions will round out the exhibit. Art and Kathleen Schamne of Art's Arachnids will give formal presentations at 12:30 and 2:30 p.m.
Attention Boy Scouts! This program can help you earn the Reptile and Amphibian merit badge and Insect Study merit badge.
Saturday, August 8, 2009; 9-11:30 a.m (SECTION FULL)
(rain date August 29)
Fossil Dig
$15 individual, $50/family
Maximum: 20
Come as an individual or as a family, bring your bucket, and get ready to unearth evidence of prehistoric life. Includes brief geologic history of the area. Tools provided. Bring a small bucket or bag to take home your treasures. Wear heavy shoes and long pants. Adult helmets will be provided. Kids should bring bike or ski helmet if they have one. Gloves, safety glasses, a hat, sun screen, water & camera are suggested. Meet at Vulcan Materials quarry, 15622 Barber Greene Road, Sycamore.
This class is part of the summer program schedule. Pre-registration is required.
Sunday, August 23, 2009; 2:00-3:00 p.m.
Amazing Animal Adventure
Amazing Animals by Samantha will showcase twelve animals from their live-animal collection. Expecting to visit are an African Serval Cat, a Biturong (Bear-cat), and several trained animals that have appeared on Animal Planet and Jay Leno. Photo ops will be available for $5 after the show.
ADMISSION
General: $5
Children (12 and under): $4
Seniors: $4
Toddlers (2 and under): Free
Tour Groups (15 people or more): $4
HOURS
Tuesday-Saturday: 10 am to 5 pm
Sunday: Noon to 5 pm
Monday: Closed
CLOSED FOR THE FOLLOWING HOLIDAYS
Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Day
425 West State Street (Route 64) Sycamore, IL 60178
Phone: 815.895.9777
AUGUST 2009
Saturday & Sunday, August 1-2, 2009
I Like Spiders & Snakes Weekend
Dozens of varieties of spiders and snakes will be on display, with demonstrations throughout the weekend. On Saturday from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. Rob Carmichael, director of the Wildlife Discovery Center in Lake Forest, will showcase venomous reptiles, including a cobra, rattlesnake and Gila monster or beaded lizard, along with some non-venomous reptiles, like a crocodilian. Formal presentations will be given at 12:30 and 2:30.
On Sunday from 12:00-4:00 a variety of tarantulas will be showcased, including a Mexican red knee, salmon pink bird eater, pink toe, and Star burst baboon. Emperor scorpions will round out the exhibit. Art and Kathleen Schamne of Art's Arachnids will give formal presentations at 12:30 and 2:30 p.m.
Attention Boy Scouts! This program can help you earn the Reptile and Amphibian merit badge and Insect Study merit badge.
Saturday, August 8, 2009; 9-11:30 a.m (SECTION FULL)
(rain date August 29)
Fossil Dig
$15 individual, $50/family
Maximum: 20
Come as an individual or as a family, bring your bucket, and get ready to unearth evidence of prehistoric life. Includes brief geologic history of the area. Tools provided. Bring a small bucket or bag to take home your treasures. Wear heavy shoes and long pants. Adult helmets will be provided. Kids should bring bike or ski helmet if they have one. Gloves, safety glasses, a hat, sun screen, water & camera are suggested. Meet at Vulcan Materials quarry, 15622 Barber Greene Road, Sycamore.
This class is part of the summer program schedule. Pre-registration is required.
Sunday, August 23, 2009; 2:00-3:00 p.m.
Amazing Animal Adventure
Amazing Animals by Samantha will showcase twelve animals from their live-animal collection. Expecting to visit are an African Serval Cat, a Biturong (Bear-cat), and several trained animals that have appeared on Animal Planet and Jay Leno. Photo ops will be available for $5 after the show.
ADMISSION
General: $5
Children (12 and under): $4
Seniors: $4
Toddlers (2 and under): Free
Tour Groups (15 people or more): $4
HOURS
Tuesday-Saturday: 10 am to 5 pm
Sunday: Noon to 5 pm
Monday: Closed
CLOSED FOR THE FOLLOWING HOLIDAYS
Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Day
Saturday, July 18, 2009
Girl Scout Saturdays
Explore nature and new friends at Bartlett Nature Center
Whether you are a first-time leader or experienced scout, come take an adventure on the wild side with trained staff as scouts meet many of the requirements for a wide variety of hands-on and interactive scout programs.
Register as a den or individual. Fee is $5 each class, per scout.
All classes are on Saturday mornings, 11 am - 12:30 am at Bartlett Nature Center, 2054 W. Stearns Road at the James 'Pate' Philip State Park, 847-608-3100.
Daisy - Petal:
Nature in Action, September 12
Sound Sense, October 3
Alphabet Hike, November 7
Discovery Boxes, December 5
Brownie - Try It:
Outdoor Adventure, September 12
Watching Wildlife, October 10
Animals, November 14
Science in Action, December 12
Junior - Badge:
Plants and Animals, September 19
Wildlife, October 17
Finding Your Way, November 21
Science Discovery, December 19
Cadette- IP:
Outdoor Survival, September 26
Wildlife, October 24
Orienteering, November 21
Eco Action, December 19
Note: Participation does not fulfill all requiremens to earn IP. Scouts will need to complete additional work in their troop.
Registration for Scout Saturdays will start on July 20, 2009.
On-line registration is so convenient, just visit www.bartlettparks.org. You can also register at the Bartlett Community Center or by fax 630-540-4869.
Whether you are a first-time leader or experienced scout, come take an adventure on the wild side with trained staff as scouts meet many of the requirements for a wide variety of hands-on and interactive scout programs.
Register as a den or individual. Fee is $5 each class, per scout.
All classes are on Saturday mornings, 11 am - 12:30 am at Bartlett Nature Center, 2054 W. Stearns Road at the James 'Pate' Philip State Park, 847-608-3100.
Daisy - Petal:
Nature in Action, September 12
Sound Sense, October 3
Alphabet Hike, November 7
Discovery Boxes, December 5
Brownie - Try It:
Outdoor Adventure, September 12
Watching Wildlife, October 10
Animals, November 14
Science in Action, December 12
Junior - Badge:
Plants and Animals, September 19
Wildlife, October 17
Finding Your Way, November 21
Science Discovery, December 19
Cadette- IP:
Outdoor Survival, September 26
Wildlife, October 24
Orienteering, November 21
Eco Action, December 19
Note: Participation does not fulfill all requiremens to earn IP. Scouts will need to complete additional work in their troop.
Registration for Scout Saturdays will start on July 20, 2009.
On-line registration is so convenient, just visit www.bartlettparks.org. You can also register at the Bartlett Community Center or by fax 630-540-4869.
Cub Scout Saturdays
Explore nature and new friends at Bartlett Nature Center
Whether you are a first-time leader or experienced scout, come take an adventure on the wild side with trained staff as scouts meet many of the requirements for a wide variety of hands-on and interactive scout programs.
Register as a den or individual. Fee is $5 each class, per scout.
All classes are on Saturday mornings, 9 am - 10:30 am at Bartlett Nature Center, 2054 W. Stearns Road at the James 'Pate' Philip State Park, 847-608-3100.
Wolf:
Birds, September 12
Your Living World, October 3
Tools, November 7
Native American Lore, December 5
Bear:
Weather, September 19
Nature Crafts, October 17
Sharing Your World with Wildlife, November 14
Native American Life, December 12
Webelos:
Forester, September 26
Naturalist, October 24
Outdoorsman, November 21
Scientist, December 19
Registration for Scout Saturdays will start on July 20, 2009.
On-line registration is so convenient, just visit www.bartlettparks.org. You can also register at the Bartlett Community Center or by fax 630-540-4869.
Whether you are a first-time leader or experienced scout, come take an adventure on the wild side with trained staff as scouts meet many of the requirements for a wide variety of hands-on and interactive scout programs.
Register as a den or individual. Fee is $5 each class, per scout.
All classes are on Saturday mornings, 9 am - 10:30 am at Bartlett Nature Center, 2054 W. Stearns Road at the James 'Pate' Philip State Park, 847-608-3100.
Wolf:
Birds, September 12
Your Living World, October 3
Tools, November 7
Native American Lore, December 5
Bear:
Weather, September 19
Nature Crafts, October 17
Sharing Your World with Wildlife, November 14
Native American Life, December 12
Webelos:
Forester, September 26
Naturalist, October 24
Outdoorsman, November 21
Scientist, December 19
Registration for Scout Saturdays will start on July 20, 2009.
On-line registration is so convenient, just visit www.bartlettparks.org. You can also register at the Bartlett Community Center or by fax 630-540-4869.
S'mores in July
Since tonight looks like a great night for a fire (55 degrees in July!), I thought I'd share a few traditional and non-traditional S'mores ideas:
Traditional S'mores
(Working at the nature center, I've found that there are quite a number of people who have never had S'mores and don't know how to make them...)
Ingredients:
Large Marshmallows
Hershey chocolate bars
Graham Crackers
Toast marshmallows over the fire - some people like them golden brown and some people like them burnt to a crisp. Place one to two marshmallows on half of a graham cracker. Top the marshmallows with hershey bar. Top hershey bar with an additional half of a graham cracker.
Chocolate Chip Cookie S'mores
(Someone told us about these this year - they are yummy!)
Ingredients:
Large Marshmallows
Chocolate Chip Cookies
Toast marshmallows over the fire - some people like them golden brown and some people like them burnt to a crisp. Place one to two marshmallows on a chocolate chip cookie then top with an additional chocolate chip cookie.
Caramel S'mores
(Or add the roasted caramel to your S'mores for an added treat)
Ingredients:
Ritz Crackers
Caramel Squares
Directions:
Place unwrapped caramel squares on a stick roast like you would marshmallows (not too long or they will melt completely). Place the caramel in between two Ritz Crackers.
Apple Treat
(Delicious!)
Ingredients:
Apples
Cinnamon/Sugar
Roast apple over fire until skin is loose then peel the skin off the apple, being careful not to burn yourself because the apple is very hot. Sprinkle with cinnamon/sugar.
Have fun around the campfire and don't forget to include a few fun songs or stories. It's a great time to tell stories of I remember when... and to have the kids join in with their favorite memories.
Friday, July 17, 2009
Join the West Suburban Homeschool Band
THE TIME IS NOW - JOIN THE WSHSB
Enrollment for the 2009-2010 concert season of the West Suburban Home School Band, the WSHSB, takes place over the summer. If you or anyone you know has home schooled students, ages 9 and up, interested in joining the West Suburban Home School Band, now is the time to act to give those who need to audition time to prepare. There is a link to our Summer Recruiting Flyer on our WSHSB Home Page at www.wshsb.com.
You can also click on our Auditions tab for complete audition information for 2009-2010. While auditions are not required for Cadets, beginners with little or no musical experience, there is a description of what they need to prepare before band begins in the fall.
We’d love to have you join us. You are welcome to contact the director, Karen Borow at 630-231-6155. We ask that you share this information with other home schoolers, not in your group, who may not see this announcement.
Enrollment for the 2009-2010 concert season of the West Suburban Home School Band, the WSHSB, takes place over the summer. If you or anyone you know has home schooled students, ages 9 and up, interested in joining the West Suburban Home School Band, now is the time to act to give those who need to audition time to prepare. There is a link to our Summer Recruiting Flyer on our WSHSB Home Page at www.wshsb.com.
You can also click on our Auditions tab for complete audition information for 2009-2010. While auditions are not required for Cadets, beginners with little or no musical experience, there is a description of what they need to prepare before band begins in the fall.
We’d love to have you join us. You are welcome to contact the director, Karen Borow at 630-231-6155. We ask that you share this information with other home schoolers, not in your group, who may not see this announcement.
Thursday, July 16, 2009
Bearings and Bruises Xtreme Action Sports Events
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BEARINGS & BRUISES XTREME ACTION SPORTS EVENTS
Rockford Park District and FatWallet.com will host "Bearings & Bruises," an extreme sport competition, as part of the Park District’s 100th anniversary celebration.
From Friday, August 7 through Sunday, August 9, bikers, skateboarders, and bladers will have the opportunity to compete for prizes in each category at the event, which will be held at Flodin Boys & Girls Club in Rockford for skateboarders and inline skaters, and at Harlem Community Center Sports Complex in Loves Park for bikers. Competition will include beginner, intermediate, and advanced divisions. Each competitor will receive a t-shirt, and the top three finishers in each event will receive prizes and medals. Music provided by a DJ will be played throughout the competition. Event coordinator Tracy White brings his many years of experience and expertise to making this one of the best skating events in the area.
The custom-designed skatepark at Flodin Boys & Girls Club is designed to appeal to a wide range of riders’ styles and abilities – beginners to advanced bikers, bladers, and boarders are all welcome.
The fee to compete is $5.00. A signed waiver is required; for complete competition schedule and downloadable waiver, visit www.bearingsandbruises.com. Competitors can register on site the day of the event, and bring their signed waiver with them. This event is one of many events celebrating Rockford Park District’s 100-year anniversary in 2009.
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Lamb's Farm Mooonlight Mooovies
Mooonlight Mooovies
Lambs Farm - Farmyard Lawn
http://www.lambsfarm.org/business/
Friday Nights, July 3 through August 28 (Weather permitting)
7– 10:30 p.m.
$4 per person includes popcorn and drink. Movie is FREE!!
Pack the blankets and lawn chairs, and round up the family for a wonderful evening of cinematic entertainment without the cinema price! Each Friday Lambs Farm will select a family friendly theme and show a corresponding movie on the outdoor big screen. Join us as we partake in Lambs Farm’s version of a drive-in theater! To learn about the benefits of becoming a sponsor and the sponsorship levels, click here. Or for more information, call Claudia Stevens at 847.990.3750 or e-mail.
July 17 - Hook
Activities include WaterWars, peg leg race (three-legged race), pin the eye patch on the pirate and more.
July 24 - Elf
Activities include pin the nose of Rudolf, Christmas Bingo and more.
July 31 - The Land Before Time
Activities include bone dig, dinosaur tail tag, triceratops toss and more.
Lambs Farm - Farmyard Lawn
http://www.lambsfarm.org/business/
Friday Nights, July 3 through August 28 (Weather permitting)
7– 10:30 p.m.
$4 per person includes popcorn and drink. Movie is FREE!!
Pack the blankets and lawn chairs, and round up the family for a wonderful evening of cinematic entertainment without the cinema price! Each Friday Lambs Farm will select a family friendly theme and show a corresponding movie on the outdoor big screen. Join us as we partake in Lambs Farm’s version of a drive-in theater! To learn about the benefits of becoming a sponsor and the sponsorship levels, click here. Or for more information, call Claudia Stevens at 847.990.3750 or e-mail.
July 17 - Hook
Activities include WaterWars, peg leg race (three-legged race), pin the eye patch on the pirate and more.
July 24 - Elf
Activities include pin the nose of Rudolf, Christmas Bingo and more.
July 31 - The Land Before Time
Activities include bone dig, dinosaur tail tag, triceratops toss and more.
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
$10 Tuesdays Magic Waters Waterpark
From: Rockford Park District – Magic Waters Waterpark
For Immediate Release: Tuesday, July 14, 2009
For Additional Information Contact:
Jessica Steinberg, Magic Waters & Aquatics Director
815-969-4087 or jessicasteinberg@rockfordparkdistrict.org
Today, Magic Waters Waterpark kicks off their Ten Buck Tuesdays promotion offering a discounted admission to the park every Tuesday throughout the summer for just $10 dollars. The regular non-discounted general admission fee for residents is $17.95 and $22.95 for non-residents. Kids under 12 months are free. Other discounts (on non-Tuesdays) are also offered for kids under 48” tall, seniors, 1-2 year olds, and groups.
“We have added many new features to our waterpark this season, including the new Typhoon Terror adventure ride, a spacious Hula Hut family changing facility, and our Luau Lanes picnic tailgate area. Magic Waters is a wonderful family ‘daycation’ destination close to home. Realizing that many people in our community are facing difficult economic times, we are hoping that this ‘Ten Buck Tuesday’ promotion will make it affordable for more people to come out and enjoy our park,” said Jessica Steinberg, Director of Magic Waters & Aquatics. *Not valid with other promotions; tickets must be purchased at the gate.
For more information, please contact Jessica Steinberg at 815-969-4087.
For Immediate Release: Tuesday, July 14, 2009
For Additional Information Contact:
Jessica Steinberg, Magic Waters & Aquatics Director
815-969-4087 or jessicasteinberg@rockfordparkdistrict.org
Today, Magic Waters Waterpark kicks off their Ten Buck Tuesdays promotion offering a discounted admission to the park every Tuesday throughout the summer for just $10 dollars. The regular non-discounted general admission fee for residents is $17.95 and $22.95 for non-residents. Kids under 12 months are free. Other discounts (on non-Tuesdays) are also offered for kids under 48” tall, seniors, 1-2 year olds, and groups.
“We have added many new features to our waterpark this season, including the new Typhoon Terror adventure ride, a spacious Hula Hut family changing facility, and our Luau Lanes picnic tailgate area. Magic Waters is a wonderful family ‘daycation’ destination close to home. Realizing that many people in our community are facing difficult economic times, we are hoping that this ‘Ten Buck Tuesday’ promotion will make it affordable for more people to come out and enjoy our park,” said Jessica Steinberg, Director of Magic Waters & Aquatics. *Not valid with other promotions; tickets must be purchased at the gate.
For more information, please contact Jessica Steinberg at 815-969-4087.
Monday, July 13, 2009
Kane County Fair
KANE COUNTY FAIR
July 15th - July 19th
http://www.kanecountyfair.com/
Hours: Weds & Thurs. noon-11, Fri. & Sat. noon-midnight, Sun. noon-10. Children under 5 free. General Admission charge $5 daily.
Seniors free on Wednesday. Wednesday: $1 admission, 10 rides for $10.
Thursday: Customer Appreciation Day; $20 includes admission & rides (must be purchased at same time), all day. Save $5.
Friday: Merchant day; $15 arm band good 12 p.m. to 5 p.m., only $10 with merchant coupon.
Saturday & Sunday: super saver arm band; ride rides from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. for only $15. Sales stop at 4 p.m.
Grandstand shows priced separately. Old-fashioned county fair, carnival, farm animals, entertainment, food and more!
Sunday, July 12, 2009
Chicago Homeschool Expo
From Cheryl Moeller's blog: http://momlaughs.blogspot.com/
Chicago Homeschool Expo is new and coming to Chicago August 7-8, 2009. Look for our billboards at I-355 @ Lake Street and I-290 @ 1st Avenue. Register today!
The expo is affordable. If you want free entrance, they are looking for volunteers. Kids are welcome.
There are hundreds of exhibits in the exhibit hall, including two featuring our marriage ministry and my homeschool curriculum.
Bob and I will be doing four workshops, that you don't want to miss.
1. Homeschool Your Preschooler on $1 a Day (Cheryl Moeller/Author, Homeschool Mom of 6) – Are you planning on homeschooling your preschooler, but can’t afford all the curriculum you picked out? Or perhaps, you already have your homeschool curriculum, but still need additional ideas and supplemental materials? Who doesn’t need help these days with the rising costs that impact a family’s budget? This is your key to a “Do-it-Yourself” preschool homeschool workshop, where you’ll be given you the tools to frugally homeschool your preschooler on $1 a day. All ideas are tried and tested in the trenches with homeschool mom of 6, conference speaker and author Cheryl Moeller, M.A.R.
2. Six Steps to Connecting with the Heart of Your Child (Bob and Cheryl Moeller) All children desire to have a deep and life-long heart connection with their parents. Parents share this same desire to be connected to the hearts of the their children. Yet, for this heart connection to take place it requires a deliberate effort, focus and caring on the part of parents. Bob and Cheryl Moeller, homeschool parents of six children, will share with you six practical steps to use with your homeschool children to stay connected to their hearts on a day to day basis. They will help you understand the dynamics of the heart as God created it to work; what locks and unlocks a child’s heart; and how to speak into the heart of our kids giving them the love, security and sense of belonging they so desperately desire.
3. Teach Your Children 12 Crucial Life Lessons to Avoid Making Huge Mistakes (Dr. Bob Moeller) Nothing is learned by quitting, more people are counting are on than you realize, never burn bridges behind you, are some of the 12 Valuable Life Lessons that you’ll want to know to teach your children. These practical, transferable concepts can guide your children to make wise, and life-giving choices each day. From truths learned from personal experience, as a husband of 30 years, homeschool dad of 6, pastor, author and TV host, Dr. Bob Moeller will challenge you to instill in your children 12 disaster busters.
4. 10 Reasons Why Loving Your Spouse is the Ultimate Homeschool Curriculum (Dr. Bob Moeller) Discover 10 Reasons why making your marriage and spouse the priority before your children and homeschool, is so vital. By learning and living this valuable home-life curriculcum, children will be set on a course to make them more productive, successful and well adjusted in their future lives and homes. Loving your spouse is an important life lesson children need to learn and see modeled, to ensure a healthy future. Dr. Bob Moeller and Cheryl Moeller, B.S., M.A.R., For Better For Worse For Keeps Ministries, will show and tell you why and how.
Chicago Homeschool Expo is new and coming to Chicago August 7-8, 2009. Look for our billboards at I-355 @ Lake Street and I-290 @ 1st Avenue. Register today!
The expo is affordable. If you want free entrance, they are looking for volunteers. Kids are welcome.
There are hundreds of exhibits in the exhibit hall, including two featuring our marriage ministry and my homeschool curriculum.
Bob and I will be doing four workshops, that you don't want to miss.
1. Homeschool Your Preschooler on $1 a Day (Cheryl Moeller/Author, Homeschool Mom of 6) – Are you planning on homeschooling your preschooler, but can’t afford all the curriculum you picked out? Or perhaps, you already have your homeschool curriculum, but still need additional ideas and supplemental materials? Who doesn’t need help these days with the rising costs that impact a family’s budget? This is your key to a “Do-it-Yourself” preschool homeschool workshop, where you’ll be given you the tools to frugally homeschool your preschooler on $1 a day. All ideas are tried and tested in the trenches with homeschool mom of 6, conference speaker and author Cheryl Moeller, M.A.R.
2. Six Steps to Connecting with the Heart of Your Child (Bob and Cheryl Moeller) All children desire to have a deep and life-long heart connection with their parents. Parents share this same desire to be connected to the hearts of the their children. Yet, for this heart connection to take place it requires a deliberate effort, focus and caring on the part of parents. Bob and Cheryl Moeller, homeschool parents of six children, will share with you six practical steps to use with your homeschool children to stay connected to their hearts on a day to day basis. They will help you understand the dynamics of the heart as God created it to work; what locks and unlocks a child’s heart; and how to speak into the heart of our kids giving them the love, security and sense of belonging they so desperately desire.
3. Teach Your Children 12 Crucial Life Lessons to Avoid Making Huge Mistakes (Dr. Bob Moeller) Nothing is learned by quitting, more people are counting are on than you realize, never burn bridges behind you, are some of the 12 Valuable Life Lessons that you’ll want to know to teach your children. These practical, transferable concepts can guide your children to make wise, and life-giving choices each day. From truths learned from personal experience, as a husband of 30 years, homeschool dad of 6, pastor, author and TV host, Dr. Bob Moeller will challenge you to instill in your children 12 disaster busters.
4. 10 Reasons Why Loving Your Spouse is the Ultimate Homeschool Curriculum (Dr. Bob Moeller) Discover 10 Reasons why making your marriage and spouse the priority before your children and homeschool, is so vital. By learning and living this valuable home-life curriculcum, children will be set on a course to make them more productive, successful and well adjusted in their future lives and homes. Loving your spouse is an important life lesson children need to learn and see modeled, to ensure a healthy future. Dr. Bob Moeller and Cheryl Moeller, B.S., M.A.R., For Better For Worse For Keeps Ministries, will show and tell you why and how.
The Road to "I Do"
The Road to “I Do”
A Free One Day Conference for Singles or Couples Seriously Dating, Seriously Courting or Engaged Who are Thinking about Marriage and Want Answers to Real Questions:
How do I bond to someone for a lifetime? What vital elements do I need in our relationship to experience lifelong emotional and spiritual intimacy in marriage? How will my present heart condition impact our future success as a married couple? Are their biblical guidelines that can tell me to stay in or get out of this relationship?
With Bob and Cheryl Moeller – Authors, Television and Radio Hosts, Married for 30 Years and Co-Founders of “For Better, For Worse, For Keeps Ministries” (www.bobandcherylmoeller.com)
Conference Emcee will be Moody Radio’s On-Air Host, Michelle Strombeck
Location is First Baptist Church of Elmhurst, Elmchurch, 343 S. York, Elmhurst, Illinois
Date and Time is Saturday, August 15, 2009 from 8:30 Am to 3:30 Pm
Free Admission – To attend all participants must RSVP by August 12, 2009 at office@bobandcherylmoeller.com (An offering will be taken at the conference)
8:30 Am Registration and Doors Open
9:00 Am 1st Session: The Mystery of Bonding
10:15 Am Coffee and Break
10:45 Am 2nd Session: The Importance of Knowing your Heart Condition
11:45 Am Lunch – on your own at local area restaurants
1:15 Pm 3rd Session: Secrets of Lifetime Emotional Intimacy & Commitment
2:15 Pm Coffee and Break
2:30 Pm 4th Session: Am I Dating a Boaz or a Bozo?
3:15 Pm Question and Answer Session with Bob and Cheryl
3:30 Pm Conference Ends
Directions: www.elmchurch.org Phone: 630.832.9100
A Free One Day Conference for Singles or Couples Seriously Dating, Seriously Courting or Engaged Who are Thinking about Marriage and Want Answers to Real Questions:
How do I bond to someone for a lifetime? What vital elements do I need in our relationship to experience lifelong emotional and spiritual intimacy in marriage? How will my present heart condition impact our future success as a married couple? Are their biblical guidelines that can tell me to stay in or get out of this relationship?
With Bob and Cheryl Moeller – Authors, Television and Radio Hosts, Married for 30 Years and Co-Founders of “For Better, For Worse, For Keeps Ministries” (www.bobandcherylmoeller.com)
Conference Emcee will be Moody Radio’s On-Air Host, Michelle Strombeck
Location is First Baptist Church of Elmhurst, Elmchurch, 343 S. York, Elmhurst, Illinois
Date and Time is Saturday, August 15, 2009 from 8:30 Am to 3:30 Pm
Free Admission – To attend all participants must RSVP by August 12, 2009 at office@bobandcherylmoeller.com (An offering will be taken at the conference)
8:30 Am Registration and Doors Open
9:00 Am 1st Session: The Mystery of Bonding
10:15 Am Coffee and Break
10:45 Am 2nd Session: The Importance of Knowing your Heart Condition
11:45 Am Lunch – on your own at local area restaurants
1:15 Pm 3rd Session: Secrets of Lifetime Emotional Intimacy & Commitment
2:15 Pm Coffee and Break
2:30 Pm 4th Session: Am I Dating a Boaz or a Bozo?
3:15 Pm Question and Answer Session with Bob and Cheryl
3:30 Pm Conference Ends
Directions: www.elmchurch.org Phone: 630.832.9100
Saturday, July 11, 2009
Harold Hall Quarry Beach - Geneva
Harold Hall Quarry Beach
400 S. Water St. Batavia, IL
http://www.bataviaparks.org/park14.htm
•12.5 acres
•Picnic Area
•Parking Lot
•Bicycle Path
•Walking/Jogging Path
•Swimming Facility
Season: Now - August 16, 2009
Where Life Is A Beach!
Kid Tested! Family Approved!
Hall Quarry Beach occupies a former stone quarry owned by the Batavia Park District. It features a sand bottom swimming area covering 60,000 square feet that includes islands, slides, and a diving area. There's a playground and plenty of picnic tables as well. Pool passes are available to residents or visitors may pay a daily fee. Come visit the beach that Batavia built!
Beach Amenities
•Kids Flume
•Sandy Beach & Swimming Area
•Thrilling Drop Slide
•Zero-Depth Edge for Easy Access
•Large Picnic Area
•Vending Machines Available
•Sand Volleyball Courts
Operating Hours:
11:30 - 5:00 pm - Daily Admission
Daily Admission Rates*:
Residents………………………..$7 (Wednesdays $2)
Non-Residents…………………...$10 (Wednesdays $5)
* Residents must show Resident ID Discount Card to receive a discounted price. Sorry, there will be no exceptions.
Parking is free.
Special Events:
Float-n-Flick at the Hall Quarry Beach
Friday, July 31
"Surf's Up"
Was surfing actually invented by the penguins? A documentary crew takes you behind the scenes at the annual Penguin World Surfing Championship and talks to the newest star, Cody Maverick. Cody starts off as a cocky rookie but soon discovers that a true winner isn't always the one who comes in first. This animated feature is fun for all ages!
Admission fees: $2 for current Quarry pass holders/$5 for non-pass holders
Swimming is available from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m., and then enjoy the movie that will begin at approximately 8:15 p.m.
National Night Out
Tuesday, August 4
Join the Batavia Police Department and the Batavia Park District on Tuesday, August 4from 5:30 - 8:00 p.m. and celebrate a "National Night Out Against Crime" at the Hall Quarry Beach.
Free admission to the Quarry, swimming and food.
Friday, July 10, 2009
Bartlett Park District Family Theatre Auditions - Guys and Dolls
Bartlett Park District Family Theatre Auditions for…
Guys and Dolls
Directed by Ken Preuss Vocal Direction by Kevin Mikol
**New this year: All those auditioning will require an appointment.
To set up an audition appointment…
1. Email sfitzsimons@bartlettparks.org
2. Include the following information in the email: Full Name, Age, Phone Number where you can be reached, and three options for auditions.
3. An email will be sent back to you to confirm your audition appointment.
4. If, after making the appointment and receiving confirmation, you need to change or cancel your audition appointment please call 630-540-4834.
Auditions: Adult (14-99) W July 29 7:15, 7:45, 8:15pm Th July 30 7:15, 7:45, 8:15pm Sat Aug. 1 11:30am, 12, 12:30pm, 1pm
Youth (8-13) *you must be 8 by audition date W July 29 6 or 6:30pm Th July 30 6 or 6:30pm
Sat. Aug. 1 9:30, 10, or 10:30am
Adults (age 14-99) *Be prepared to sing at least 32 measures of a Broadway song, however you may be asked to sing it in its entirety. If you are auditioning for a particular role, sing that character’s song from the show or something similar in style to showcase your talent. *Come with the sheet music or an accompaniment CD without vocals (Karaoke disc is allowed). *Wear something comfortable! You will learn a short dance/movement sequence and then perform for the directors. Your audition will last approximately 60 minutes. There will be no reading at the auditions. Reading will take place only at the call backs if necessary. *Come with your audition sheet filled out and a photo attached in the upper right hand corner. (Photo does not need to be professionally done nor printed on quality paper…this is for reference only.)
Youth (8-13) *Prepare 32 bars of a Broadway musical or something from church or school. NO POP music. *Come with the sheet music or an accompaniment CD without vocals (Karaoke disc is allowed).*Roles for this age include NY street scenes, streets of Havana, and Mission Band. 10-20 youth will be cast. *You will be auditioning with a group of 7 other youth. NO friends or family may be in the audition room. Your audition will last 30 minutes. *Come with your audition sheet filled out and a photo attached in the upper right hand corner. (Photo does not need to be professionally done nor printed on quality paper…this is for reference only.)
Audition Form and Photo: A photo is requested to leave with the director (the photo need not be professionally taken). For questions call 630-540-4834. If cast there is a program fee of $52 resident or $62 nonresident which includes a production T-shirt, 2 complimentary tickets to a performance, use of the libretto, and theatrical experience. Audition forms are available on our website www.bartlettparks.org and in the BCC lobby.
Cast Posting: The cast for Guys and Dolls will be posted at the BCC and on our website by Tuesday, August 4th at 4pm
Cast/Parent Meeting: Thursday, August 6 at 7pm at BCC
Show dates are: Oct. 16-17, and 22-24 at 7pm & Oct. 18 at 2pm.
Performances: Held on the Oak Room Stage in the Bartlett Community Center
Bartlett Community Center, 700 S. Bartlett Road, Bartlett, IL 60103
630-540-4800 www.bartlettparks.org
Guys and Dolls
Directed by Ken Preuss Vocal Direction by Kevin Mikol
**New this year: All those auditioning will require an appointment.
To set up an audition appointment…
1. Email sfitzsimons@bartlettparks.org
2. Include the following information in the email: Full Name, Age, Phone Number where you can be reached, and three options for auditions.
3. An email will be sent back to you to confirm your audition appointment.
4. If, after making the appointment and receiving confirmation, you need to change or cancel your audition appointment please call 630-540-4834.
Auditions: Adult (14-99) W July 29 7:15, 7:45, 8:15pm Th July 30 7:15, 7:45, 8:15pm Sat Aug. 1 11:30am, 12, 12:30pm, 1pm
Youth (8-13) *you must be 8 by audition date W July 29 6 or 6:30pm Th July 30 6 or 6:30pm
Sat. Aug. 1 9:30, 10, or 10:30am
Adults (age 14-99) *Be prepared to sing at least 32 measures of a Broadway song, however you may be asked to sing it in its entirety. If you are auditioning for a particular role, sing that character’s song from the show or something similar in style to showcase your talent. *Come with the sheet music or an accompaniment CD without vocals (Karaoke disc is allowed). *Wear something comfortable! You will learn a short dance/movement sequence and then perform for the directors. Your audition will last approximately 60 minutes. There will be no reading at the auditions. Reading will take place only at the call backs if necessary. *Come with your audition sheet filled out and a photo attached in the upper right hand corner. (Photo does not need to be professionally done nor printed on quality paper…this is for reference only.)
Youth (8-13) *Prepare 32 bars of a Broadway musical or something from church or school. NO POP music. *Come with the sheet music or an accompaniment CD without vocals (Karaoke disc is allowed).*Roles for this age include NY street scenes, streets of Havana, and Mission Band. 10-20 youth will be cast. *You will be auditioning with a group of 7 other youth. NO friends or family may be in the audition room. Your audition will last 30 minutes. *Come with your audition sheet filled out and a photo attached in the upper right hand corner. (Photo does not need to be professionally done nor printed on quality paper…this is for reference only.)
Audition Form and Photo: A photo is requested to leave with the director (the photo need not be professionally taken). For questions call 630-540-4834. If cast there is a program fee of $52 resident or $62 nonresident which includes a production T-shirt, 2 complimentary tickets to a performance, use of the libretto, and theatrical experience. Audition forms are available on our website www.bartlettparks.org and in the BCC lobby.
Cast Posting: The cast for Guys and Dolls will be posted at the BCC and on our website by Tuesday, August 4th at 4pm
Cast/Parent Meeting: Thursday, August 6 at 7pm at BCC
Show dates are: Oct. 16-17, and 22-24 at 7pm & Oct. 18 at 2pm.
Performances: Held on the Oak Room Stage in the Bartlett Community Center
Bartlett Community Center, 700 S. Bartlett Road, Bartlett, IL 60103
630-540-4800 www.bartlettparks.org
Thursday, July 9, 2009
Summer Nature Journal - Parts of a Flower
There are so many flowers blooming all around us at this time of year. It's a great time to add to your child's nature journal. One idea is to dissect different types of flowers, learn the parts of the flowers and what makes them each unique.
For example did you know a Calla Lily is considered a "naked" flower because it has no petals or sepals? Or that a Tiger Lily is considered a "monocot" because it's petals are in multiples of three?
One site with worksheets and information:
http://wikieducator.org/Plant_Dissection
Have fun and enjoy the beauty all around!
Julie
For example did you know a Calla Lily is considered a "naked" flower because it has no petals or sepals? Or that a Tiger Lily is considered a "monocot" because it's petals are in multiples of three?
One site with worksheets and information:
http://wikieducator.org/Plant_Dissection
Have fun and enjoy the beauty all around!
Julie
Wednesday, July 8, 2009
Kids Science Challenge
Hello, my name is Machan Taylor and I work with the Kids Science Challenge, a free nationwide competition for third to sixth graders, made possible by the National Science Foundation. Many homeschoolers participated in the first year of the Kids' Science Challenge, and we hope you'll have a look at this fun way to turn kids on to the world of science.
Our website offers games, downloadable activities, videos, and curricula aligned to national standards. Kids learn about several fields of science, and are invited to submit an experiment or problem for our select group of kid-friendly scientists and engineers. The children whose entries are chosen, receive wonderful prizes and get to collaborate with the scientists to see their ideas come alive. The first thousand entrants receive free science activity kits and your home schoolers can use our activities to jump-start their own science projects at home.
Check out www.kidsciencechallenge.com for stories, pictures and videos of last year's winners. On our press page, you'll see some of the great national and local stories written about us.
I hope that you'll join our efforts in getting the word out to the thousands of home schooled children that would enjoy and benefit from this wonderful program and exciting opportunity. We would greatly appreciate if you would be willing to display a banner on your site, send out an email blast to your members in a newsletter, or let other home schoolers know about us however you may see fit.
Finally, for those of you that are networking online, please visit our Facebook and Twitter pages so we can connect!
Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
Machan Taylor
Admin Asst/Kids Science Challenge
www.kidsciencechallenge.com
Our website offers games, downloadable activities, videos, and curricula aligned to national standards. Kids learn about several fields of science, and are invited to submit an experiment or problem for our select group of kid-friendly scientists and engineers. The children whose entries are chosen, receive wonderful prizes and get to collaborate with the scientists to see their ideas come alive. The first thousand entrants receive free science activity kits and your home schoolers can use our activities to jump-start their own science projects at home.
Check out www.kidsciencechallenge.com for stories, pictures and videos of last year's winners. On our press page, you'll see some of the great national and local stories written about us.
I hope that you'll join our efforts in getting the word out to the thousands of home schooled children that would enjoy and benefit from this wonderful program and exciting opportunity. We would greatly appreciate if you would be willing to display a banner on your site, send out an email blast to your members in a newsletter, or let other home schoolers know about us however you may see fit.
Finally, for those of you that are networking online, please visit our Facebook and Twitter pages so we can connect!
Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
Machan Taylor
Admin Asst/Kids Science Challenge
www.kidsciencechallenge.com
Rockford Park District - "Free for All"
From: Rockford Park District - Marketing Department
For Immediate Release: Wednesday, July 8, 2009
For Additional Information Contact:
Denise Delanty, Marketing & Communications Manager
815-987-8691, denisedelanty@rockfordparkdistrict.org
Park District Launches “Free For All” Campaign to Promote Free and Low Fee Family Activities
ROCKFORD, IL – Go for a hike, pack a picnic, play on a playground, go swimming, visit a children’s farm, listen to live music outdoors. These are just a few of the many free or low fee activities offered by the Rockford Park District. With many families facing difficult economic times, the Park District has stepped up their efforts to get the word out about the many free and “low fee” programs, activities, and events the District currently offers area residents. To increase awareness, the Park District launched a “Free for All” campaign, which highlights and promotes these free and low fee offerings. A complete listing and downloadable flyer are accessible from the Park District’s web site at www.rockfordparkdistrict.org.
“Now more than ever, it is important for the Rockford Park District to promote the many fun and affordable activities that families can enjoy together. In difficult economic times, families are looking to the Park District as a resource to provide affordable things to do and places to go that are close to home. From free outdoor concerts and playground programs to low cost admittance fees to swimming pools and driving ranges, the Rockford Park District is providing a much-needed service to citizens who are looking for recreational activities, while at the same time, trying to make ends meet,” said Park District Board President Doug Brooks.
FREE & LOW FEE ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS
Below is a listing of nearly one dozen free and low fee activities and events offered by the Rockford Park District:
FREE
• Rec Path & Trails – Take a hike or have a picnic (over 60 parks and rec paths available)
• Lockwood Park Children’s Farm & Equestrian Centre – visit the animals (on Saturdays)
• Lockwood Park Observatory – Stargaze into the evening
• Courts & Sports – check out the many tennis and basketball courts, baseball diamonds, and skate parks
• Time 2 Play Playground Programs – free supervised activities at 10 neighborhood parks
• Anna Page Park – Play disc golf
• Harkins Pool & Aquatic Center – Swim for free
• Ski Broncs – Watch the show on Wednesdays and Fridays
• CherryVale Mall – visit the indoor play area
• Sounds of Summer Entertainment Series – enjoy outdoor concerts and entertainment all summer long
• Area Museums: Free Day – Each offers a day during the week that is free
LOW FEE
• Lockwood Park Children’s Farm & Equestrian Centre – go on a hayride or ride the pony ring
• Sapora Playworld – visit the indoor playground – enjoy half -priced Tuesdays
• Indoor Sports Center – open volleyball for just $5 a person
• Trolley – Take a historic ride along the Rock River
• Forest City Queen – Cruise the river and learn about Rockford’s history
• Golf Driving Ranges – Hit a bucket of balls at Ingersoll, Elliot or Aldeen
• Learning Links at Ingersoll – A family of 4 can golf 4 holes for just $4 (total cost)
The Park District’s Free For All campaign also coincides with National Parks and Recreation Month. Since 1985, the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) has celebrated this national designation during the month of July as a way to bring awareness to the health, lifestyle, and mental benefits of using parks.
For more information, please contact Denise Delanty at 815-987-8691 or denisedelanty@rockfordparkdistrict.org.
For Immediate Release: Wednesday, July 8, 2009
For Additional Information Contact:
Denise Delanty, Marketing & Communications Manager
815-987-8691, denisedelanty@rockfordparkdistrict.org
Park District Launches “Free For All” Campaign to Promote Free and Low Fee Family Activities
ROCKFORD, IL – Go for a hike, pack a picnic, play on a playground, go swimming, visit a children’s farm, listen to live music outdoors. These are just a few of the many free or low fee activities offered by the Rockford Park District. With many families facing difficult economic times, the Park District has stepped up their efforts to get the word out about the many free and “low fee” programs, activities, and events the District currently offers area residents. To increase awareness, the Park District launched a “Free for All” campaign, which highlights and promotes these free and low fee offerings. A complete listing and downloadable flyer are accessible from the Park District’s web site at www.rockfordparkdistrict.org.
“Now more than ever, it is important for the Rockford Park District to promote the many fun and affordable activities that families can enjoy together. In difficult economic times, families are looking to the Park District as a resource to provide affordable things to do and places to go that are close to home. From free outdoor concerts and playground programs to low cost admittance fees to swimming pools and driving ranges, the Rockford Park District is providing a much-needed service to citizens who are looking for recreational activities, while at the same time, trying to make ends meet,” said Park District Board President Doug Brooks.
FREE & LOW FEE ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS
Below is a listing of nearly one dozen free and low fee activities and events offered by the Rockford Park District:
FREE
• Rec Path & Trails – Take a hike or have a picnic (over 60 parks and rec paths available)
• Lockwood Park Children’s Farm & Equestrian Centre – visit the animals (on Saturdays)
• Lockwood Park Observatory – Stargaze into the evening
• Courts & Sports – check out the many tennis and basketball courts, baseball diamonds, and skate parks
• Time 2 Play Playground Programs – free supervised activities at 10 neighborhood parks
• Anna Page Park – Play disc golf
• Harkins Pool & Aquatic Center – Swim for free
• Ski Broncs – Watch the show on Wednesdays and Fridays
• CherryVale Mall – visit the indoor play area
• Sounds of Summer Entertainment Series – enjoy outdoor concerts and entertainment all summer long
• Area Museums: Free Day – Each offers a day during the week that is free
LOW FEE
• Lockwood Park Children’s Farm & Equestrian Centre – go on a hayride or ride the pony ring
• Sapora Playworld – visit the indoor playground – enjoy half -priced Tuesdays
• Indoor Sports Center – open volleyball for just $5 a person
• Trolley – Take a historic ride along the Rock River
• Forest City Queen – Cruise the river and learn about Rockford’s history
• Golf Driving Ranges – Hit a bucket of balls at Ingersoll, Elliot or Aldeen
• Learning Links at Ingersoll – A family of 4 can golf 4 holes for just $4 (total cost)
The Park District’s Free For All campaign also coincides with National Parks and Recreation Month. Since 1985, the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) has celebrated this national designation during the month of July as a way to bring awareness to the health, lifestyle, and mental benefits of using parks.
For more information, please contact Denise Delanty at 815-987-8691 or denisedelanty@rockfordparkdistrict.org.
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
Northern Illinois County and State Fairs
Northern Illinois County and State Fairs
July
Jul 15-19 Kane Co. Fair & Ind. Expo. Kane St. Charles www.kanecountyfair.com/
Jul 22-26 Dupage Co. Fair & Expo. Assoc. Dupage Wheaton www.dupagecountyfair.org/
Jul 28-Aug 02 Lake Co. Fair Assoc. Lake Grayslake www.lakecountyfairassoc.com
August
Aug 05-09 Mc Henry Co. Fair Assoc. Mc Henry Woodstock www.mchenrycountyfair.com/
Aug 11-16 Boone Co. Fair Assoc. Boone Belvidere www.boonecountyfair.com/
Aug 14-23 Illinois State Fair Springfield www.agr.state.il.us/isf/
Aug 26-30 Will County Fair Assoc. Will Peotone www.willcountyfair.org/
September
Sep 09-13 Sandwich Fair Assoc., Inc. Dekalb Sandwich www.sandwichfair.com/
July
Jul 15-19 Kane Co. Fair & Ind. Expo. Kane St. Charles www.kanecountyfair.com/
Jul 22-26 Dupage Co. Fair & Expo. Assoc. Dupage Wheaton www.dupagecountyfair.org/
Jul 28-Aug 02 Lake Co. Fair Assoc. Lake Grayslake www.lakecountyfairassoc.com
August
Aug 05-09 Mc Henry Co. Fair Assoc. Mc Henry Woodstock www.mchenrycountyfair.com/
Aug 11-16 Boone Co. Fair Assoc. Boone Belvidere www.boonecountyfair.com/
Aug 14-23 Illinois State Fair Springfield www.agr.state.il.us/isf/
Aug 26-30 Will County Fair Assoc. Will Peotone www.willcountyfair.org/
September
Sep 09-13 Sandwich Fair Assoc., Inc. Dekalb Sandwich www.sandwichfair.com/
Monday, July 6, 2009
If You Give A Mouse A Cookie - Street Theatre
If you Give A Mouse A Cookie - Street Theatre
Schaumburg Town Square (located in front of the Schaumburg Library)
Wednesday, July 8th
7 pm - 7:45 pm
Who would ever suspect that a tiny little mouse could wear out an energetic young boy? This zany tale of warped logic is a sure-fire giggle-generator! Sponsored by the Schaumburg Park District.
Note: Be sure to bring a blanket or chairs to sit on during the show. There is an Oberweiss right next to Town Square if you're in the mood for a treat during or after the show. Restrooms are available at the library.
Central Library • 130 South Roselle Road, Schaumburg, IL 60193 • (847) 985-4000
http://www.stdl.org/programs/programs_summer_townsquare_2009.asp
Schaumburg Town Square (located in front of the Schaumburg Library)
Wednesday, July 8th
7 pm - 7:45 pm
Who would ever suspect that a tiny little mouse could wear out an energetic young boy? This zany tale of warped logic is a sure-fire giggle-generator! Sponsored by the Schaumburg Park District.
Note: Be sure to bring a blanket or chairs to sit on during the show. There is an Oberweiss right next to Town Square if you're in the mood for a treat during or after the show. Restrooms are available at the library.
Central Library • 130 South Roselle Road, Schaumburg, IL 60193 • (847) 985-4000
http://www.stdl.org/programs/programs_summer_townsquare_2009.asp
Sunday, July 5, 2009
NIHM - Used Curriculum Special Edition
After the June Used Curriculum Special Edition I received many requests to please do this again in August before the start of the new year. I have decided to do this once a quarter as follows: August 2009, November 2009, February 2010, May 2010.
Are you looking for materials for your homeschool?
Or
Are you cleaning out old materials to make room for new
materials?
Saturday, 8/15/09, there will be a special edition of Northern Illinois
Homeschool Monthly devoted to helping homeschoolers in Northern Illinois buy and
sell their used homeschool books, curriculum and items of interested to fellow
homeschooling families.
If you have something to sell, please send a list of your items with
prices, your first name, your e-mail address and your phone number to
N.Il.HomeschoolMonthly@gmail.com by midnight on Friday, 8/14/09.
If you are looking to buy a certain book, curriculum or something
your family needs that another homeschooling family might be ready to
pass along, send your request with your first name, your e-mail
address and your phone number to N.Il.HomeschoolMonthly@gmail.com by midnight on
Friday, 8/14/09.
Please note: The editor (Julie Schnepper) is not responsible for
typos in your e-mail, money disputes between buyers and sellers or
any other problems that might occur as you conduct business with
other buyers and sellers.
Remember: The deadline is Friday, 8/14/09 at midnight!
Julie Schnepper
Email: N.IL.HomeschoolMonthly@gmail.com
Are you looking for materials for your homeschool?
Or
Are you cleaning out old materials to make room for new
materials?
Saturday, 8/15/09, there will be a special edition of Northern Illinois
Homeschool Monthly devoted to helping homeschoolers in Northern Illinois buy and
sell their used homeschool books, curriculum and items of interested to fellow
homeschooling families.
If you have something to sell, please send a list of your items with
prices, your first name, your e-mail address and your phone number to
N.Il.HomeschoolMonthly@gmail.com by midnight on Friday, 8/14/09.
If you are looking to buy a certain book, curriculum or something
your family needs that another homeschooling family might be ready to
pass along, send your request with your first name, your e-mail
address and your phone number to N.Il.HomeschoolMonthly@gmail.com by midnight on
Friday, 8/14/09.
Please note: The editor (Julie Schnepper) is not responsible for
typos in your e-mail, money disputes between buyers and sellers or
any other problems that might occur as you conduct business with
other buyers and sellers.
Remember: The deadline is Friday, 8/14/09 at midnight!
Julie Schnepper
Email: N.IL.HomeschoolMonthly@gmail.com
Saturday, July 4, 2009
Fourth of July Treat
Happy Fourth of July!
Our favorite Fourth of July treat:
Traditional Muddie Buddies
9 cups Chex, any variety
1 pkg semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup peanut butter
1/4 cup margarine or butter
1 tsp vanilla
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
Measure cereal into a large bowl (I use a bowl with a lid); set aside. Melt chocolate chips, peanut butter and margarine/butter either on the stove top or in the microwave. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla. Pour chocolate mixture over chex in bowl, stir until evenly coated. Add powdered sugar. Place lid on the bowl and shake until well coated. Store in airtight container in refrigerator (I use large ziploc bags so we can take them to the fireworks display).
My son has a mild peanut allergy. I also have two kids that get headaches from eating chocolate. So I changed the chocolate to white chocolate and removed the peanut butter from the recipe last year.
White Chocolate Muddie Buddies
9 cups Chex, any variety
1 pkg white chocolate chips
1/4 cup whipping cream
1/4 cup butter or margarine
1 tsp vanilla
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
Measure cereal into a large bowl (I use a bowl with a lid): set aside. Melt white chocolate and magarine/butter either on the stove top or in the microwave. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla. Pour white chocolate over chex in bowl, stir until evenly coated. Add powdered sugar. Place lid on the bowl and shake until well coated. Store in airtight container in refrigerator (I use large ziploc bags so can take them to the fireworks display).
Free, printable American Flag coloring page:
http://www.pixabella.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/fourth-july-american-flag.png
Have a Happy and safe Fourth of July!
Julie
Derek, Hannah, Zac and Amy
Friday, July 3, 2009
Backpack Buddies Club
The kids and I are looking forward to packing backpacks with Backpack Buddies. We have had so much fun participating in this wonderful organization.
Julie
Who are we?
We started out as two sisters who were looking for a service project for our children. We wanted our kids to learn how to work and how to serve other people. This project gives our kids a chance to experience the gift of giving.
It also is an attitude-shift on their part from concern about themselves to concern for others.
We decided to help local homeless children and children in need. Currently we are delivering filled backpacks quarterly to homeless shelters, churches, and food pantries.
The Daily Herald, USA Weekend, and the Points of Light Foundation awarded us local winners of "making a difference" on Make a Difference Day 2001. A check for $500.00 was awarded to the charity of our choice, The Elgin Community Crisis Center.
The idea has caught on. We are now being helped by other moms, their kids, community members, churches, schools, and other organizations. Since our first delivery in October 2001, we have delivered almost 3,200 backpacks! We are continuing to grow and now have become a 501(c)(3) Corporation.
Supplies Needed
Feel free to use this current summer supply flyer!
We try to fill each backpack with:
School Supplies
Pencils
Pens
Crayons
Glue
Scissors
Ruler
Notebooks
Folders
Toiletries
Toothbrush
Toothpaste
Hairbrush
Comb
Shampoo
Conditioner
Hand lotion
Lip balm
Tissues
Comfort Items
Fleece blanket (throw size)
Small pillow (handmade by nursing home folks)
Stuffed animal (Beanie Baby size)
Small toys
Hat/mittens/scarf
Coloring book
Contact: cindy@dittmer.com
Thursday, July 2, 2009
Fireworks
2009 Fireworks Displays
Addison: Dusk, July 4 at Community Park, 120 E. Oak St., preceded by 7:30 p.m. concert.
Antioch: Dusk, July 4, Williams Park, Williams and Main streets.
Arlington Heights: Dusk, July 3 at Arlington Park racetrack, 2200 W. Euclid Ave. $5 at the gate; $3 at arlingtonpark.com. Includes day of racing starting at 4 p.m., and live music. Free parking; children under 18 free with paid adult.
Aurora, North Aurora: 9:30 p.m. July 3 at Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy, 1500 W. Sullivan Road, Aurora. Food, children's activities, comedy, musical entertainment starting at 6 p.m.
Barrington: Dusk, July 4. Best viewed from Barrington High School lawn, Lake-Cook and Hart roads.
Bartlett: 9:30 p.m. July 4 at Apple Orchard Park, corner of Stearns and South Bartlett roads. Music simulcast on FM 98.1.
Batavia: 9:30 p.m. July 4 at Batavia High School, 1200 W. Wilson St., Batavia. Food vendors open 5-9:30 p.m. Batavia Park District's Musical Showcase, 7-9:15 p.m. $5 donation for parking. Rain date July 5.
Bensenville: Dusk, July 4 at Redmond Recreation Center. Concert by Blood, Sweat and Tears at 8 p.m.
Buffalo Grove: 9:15 p.m. July 4, starts with 7 p.m. concert by the Buffalo Grove Symphonic Band and BG Singers. Best viewing from the Rotary Village Green, Buffalo Grove Golf Course or Willow Stream Park.
Carol Stream: Dusk, July 4 at Ross Ferraro Town Center, Gary Avenue and Lies Road 7 p.m. concert by Yard Fulla Cars.
Chicago: 9 p.m. July 3, Grant Park at the lakefront. The 85th Army Band concert at Petrillo Music Shell begins at 7:30 p.m. Fireworks soundtrack broadcast by 101.9 THE MIX. Viewing good throughout Grant Park and Museum Campus. Fireworks fans not allowed in to stake their plot of land until 10:45 a.m. July 3.
Crystal Lake: Dusk, July 5 at Main Beach, 300 Lakeshore Drive. Nonresident parking $5.
Des Plaines: 9 p.m. July 4 at Oakton Community College, 1600 E. Golf Road.
Downers Grove: 9 p.m. July 4 at Lemont Road and 75th Street.
Elk Grove Village: Dusk, July 4 at Lions Park, Elk Grove Boulevard and Lions Drive.
Fox Lake: Dusk, July 4 at Millennium Park, Grand and Rollins.
Glen Ellyn: Dusk, July 4, at Lake Ellyn.
Hoffman Estates: 10 p.m. July 4 on festival grounds, 1900 Hassell Road.
Huntley: Dusk July 4 at Prime Outlets, I-90 and Route 47. Rain date July 5.
Itasca: Dusk, July 4th at Hamilton Lakes, Thorndale Avenue and Route 53. Event opens at 4 p.m.; food, beer and wine sold. Smash Mouth on stage at 8 p.m. Free admission; parking $20 per car.
Lake Zurich: 9:15 p.m. July 4 at Paulus Park, 200 S. Rand Road.
Libertyville: Dusk, July 4 at Butler Lake. Village Band in concert at 7:30 p.m. Free.
Lisle: 9:45 p.m. July 2, 3 and 4 at Eyes to the Skies festival.
Lombard: Dusk, July 4 at Taste of Lombard, Madison Meadow Park.
Mount Prospect: July 4, at dusk at Melas Park, Central and Busse roads.
Mundelein: 9 p.m. July 4 at Mundelein Community Days, Seymour Avenue and Courtland Street.
Naperville: 9:30 p.m. July 4 at Ribfest, Knoch Park.
Oak Brook: Dusk, July 3 at Oak Brook Polo Club, 700 Oak Brook Road.
Oakbrook Terrace: 9:30 p.m. July 4, Terrace View Park, Route 83 at 22nd Street.
Palatine: Dusk, July 3 at festival site, Community Park, Palatine Road and Northwest Highway.
Rockford: 9:30 p.m. by Davis Park in downtown Rockford, IL. SkyConcert Skybox B103 opens the gates in Davis Park, downtown Rockford, at 5:00 p.m. for preferred seating to view the fireworks (Sorry No Food, No Pets, No Coolers Allowed inside Park). $6.00 Admission fee into Davis Park includes; Food and entertainment by the Missing Links and the 7th Street Saints, and the best seats in town to watch the Rockford 4th of July Fireworks Show!!
Rolling Meadows: Dusk, July 4 at Salk Park, 3699 Pheasant Drive.
Roselle: 9:30 p.m. July 4, Lake Park High School West, 500 W. Bryn Mawr Ave.
St. Charles: Dusk July 4 at Pottawatomie Park, 8 North Ave. Red Woody concert at 6 p.m. Free.
Sleepy Hollow: 9 p.m. July 4 at Sabatino Park, Winmoor Drive and Willow Lane. $5 donation to park. Rain date July 5.
Streamwood: Dusk, July 4 at Dolphin Park, on Park Blvd.
Vernon Hills: Dusk, July 4 at Century Park, one-half mile north of Milwaukee Road on Lakeview Parkway. Main stage: J.P. and the Cats. 6:30-9:30 p.m.; fireworks over Big Bear and Little Bear lakes.
Warrenville: 9:45 p.m. July 4 at Cerny Park.
Wauconda: Dusk, July 3, Cook Park, 600 N. Main St., Wauconda. DJ at 6 p.m. Free.
Waukegan: 9:30 p.m. July 4 at Waukegan Harbor, 55 S. Harbor Place. 7:30 p.m. Waukegan Municipal Band concert. Free parking, admission.
Wheaton: Dusk, July 4 at DuPage County Fairgrounds, 2015 W. Manchester Road.
Wheeling: About 9:15 p.m. July 4 behind fire station near Heritage Park and Community Recreation Center, 255 W. Dundee Road.
Woodstock: Dusk July 4 at Emricson Park, off Route 14.
Addison: Dusk, July 4 at Community Park, 120 E. Oak St., preceded by 7:30 p.m. concert.
Antioch: Dusk, July 4, Williams Park, Williams and Main streets.
Arlington Heights: Dusk, July 3 at Arlington Park racetrack, 2200 W. Euclid Ave. $5 at the gate; $3 at arlingtonpark.com. Includes day of racing starting at 4 p.m., and live music. Free parking; children under 18 free with paid adult.
Aurora, North Aurora: 9:30 p.m. July 3 at Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy, 1500 W. Sullivan Road, Aurora. Food, children's activities, comedy, musical entertainment starting at 6 p.m.
Barrington: Dusk, July 4. Best viewed from Barrington High School lawn, Lake-Cook and Hart roads.
Bartlett: 9:30 p.m. July 4 at Apple Orchard Park, corner of Stearns and South Bartlett roads. Music simulcast on FM 98.1.
Batavia: 9:30 p.m. July 4 at Batavia High School, 1200 W. Wilson St., Batavia. Food vendors open 5-9:30 p.m. Batavia Park District's Musical Showcase, 7-9:15 p.m. $5 donation for parking. Rain date July 5.
Bensenville: Dusk, July 4 at Redmond Recreation Center. Concert by Blood, Sweat and Tears at 8 p.m.
Buffalo Grove: 9:15 p.m. July 4, starts with 7 p.m. concert by the Buffalo Grove Symphonic Band and BG Singers. Best viewing from the Rotary Village Green, Buffalo Grove Golf Course or Willow Stream Park.
Carol Stream: Dusk, July 4 at Ross Ferraro Town Center, Gary Avenue and Lies Road 7 p.m. concert by Yard Fulla Cars.
Chicago: 9 p.m. July 3, Grant Park at the lakefront. The 85th Army Band concert at Petrillo Music Shell begins at 7:30 p.m. Fireworks soundtrack broadcast by 101.9 THE MIX. Viewing good throughout Grant Park and Museum Campus. Fireworks fans not allowed in to stake their plot of land until 10:45 a.m. July 3.
Crystal Lake: Dusk, July 5 at Main Beach, 300 Lakeshore Drive. Nonresident parking $5.
Des Plaines: 9 p.m. July 4 at Oakton Community College, 1600 E. Golf Road.
Downers Grove: 9 p.m. July 4 at Lemont Road and 75th Street.
Elk Grove Village: Dusk, July 4 at Lions Park, Elk Grove Boulevard and Lions Drive.
Fox Lake: Dusk, July 4 at Millennium Park, Grand and Rollins.
Glen Ellyn: Dusk, July 4, at Lake Ellyn.
Hoffman Estates: 10 p.m. July 4 on festival grounds, 1900 Hassell Road.
Huntley: Dusk July 4 at Prime Outlets, I-90 and Route 47. Rain date July 5.
Itasca: Dusk, July 4th at Hamilton Lakes, Thorndale Avenue and Route 53. Event opens at 4 p.m.; food, beer and wine sold. Smash Mouth on stage at 8 p.m. Free admission; parking $20 per car.
Lake Zurich: 9:15 p.m. July 4 at Paulus Park, 200 S. Rand Road.
Libertyville: Dusk, July 4 at Butler Lake. Village Band in concert at 7:30 p.m. Free.
Lisle: 9:45 p.m. July 2, 3 and 4 at Eyes to the Skies festival.
Lombard: Dusk, July 4 at Taste of Lombard, Madison Meadow Park.
Mount Prospect: July 4, at dusk at Melas Park, Central and Busse roads.
Mundelein: 9 p.m. July 4 at Mundelein Community Days, Seymour Avenue and Courtland Street.
Naperville: 9:30 p.m. July 4 at Ribfest, Knoch Park.
Oak Brook: Dusk, July 3 at Oak Brook Polo Club, 700 Oak Brook Road.
Oakbrook Terrace: 9:30 p.m. July 4, Terrace View Park, Route 83 at 22nd Street.
Palatine: Dusk, July 3 at festival site, Community Park, Palatine Road and Northwest Highway.
Rockford: 9:30 p.m. by Davis Park in downtown Rockford, IL. SkyConcert Skybox B103 opens the gates in Davis Park, downtown Rockford, at 5:00 p.m. for preferred seating to view the fireworks (Sorry No Food, No Pets, No Coolers Allowed inside Park). $6.00 Admission fee into Davis Park includes; Food and entertainment by the Missing Links and the 7th Street Saints, and the best seats in town to watch the Rockford 4th of July Fireworks Show!!
Rolling Meadows: Dusk, July 4 at Salk Park, 3699 Pheasant Drive.
Roselle: 9:30 p.m. July 4, Lake Park High School West, 500 W. Bryn Mawr Ave.
St. Charles: Dusk July 4 at Pottawatomie Park, 8 North Ave. Red Woody concert at 6 p.m. Free.
Sleepy Hollow: 9 p.m. July 4 at Sabatino Park, Winmoor Drive and Willow Lane. $5 donation to park. Rain date July 5.
Streamwood: Dusk, July 4 at Dolphin Park, on Park Blvd.
Vernon Hills: Dusk, July 4 at Century Park, one-half mile north of Milwaukee Road on Lakeview Parkway. Main stage: J.P. and the Cats. 6:30-9:30 p.m.; fireworks over Big Bear and Little Bear lakes.
Warrenville: 9:45 p.m. July 4 at Cerny Park.
Wauconda: Dusk, July 3, Cook Park, 600 N. Main St., Wauconda. DJ at 6 p.m. Free.
Waukegan: 9:30 p.m. July 4 at Waukegan Harbor, 55 S. Harbor Place. 7:30 p.m. Waukegan Municipal Band concert. Free parking, admission.
Wheaton: Dusk, July 4 at DuPage County Fairgrounds, 2015 W. Manchester Road.
Wheeling: About 9:15 p.m. July 4 behind fire station near Heritage Park and Community Recreation Center, 255 W. Dundee Road.
Woodstock: Dusk July 4 at Emricson Park, off Route 14.
Wednesday, July 1, 2009
ICHE Young Adult Family Outing
Please come to the
Young Adult Family Outing
on August 29, 2009!
Young adults (18 and over) along with their entire families are invited to join us for a day of delightful fellowship at:
Blackwell Forest Preserve
on Butterfield Road in Warrenville, Illinois!
We have rented a shelter where we will gather for games such as volleyball, corn toss and croquet. Along with the games, there is a lovely lake with canoe and rowboat rentals. We'll conclude the event with a potluck dinner under the shelter.
2:00 Arrival and games
2:15 Optional canoe/rowboat rental
5:00 Potluck dinner
8:30 Park closes
Please bring a main dish and a dessert to share along with folding chairs and outdoor games. We'll provide the shelter, paper goods, and drinks for just $10.00 per family.
Boat rentals are only $10.00 an hour, payable to the forest preserve.
To print the registration form, please go to www.iche.org and click on events.
Come enjoy the day with us!
The I.C.H.E. Board
Young Adult Family Outing
on August 29, 2009!
Young adults (18 and over) along with their entire families are invited to join us for a day of delightful fellowship at:
Blackwell Forest Preserve
on Butterfield Road in Warrenville, Illinois!
We have rented a shelter where we will gather for games such as volleyball, corn toss and croquet. Along with the games, there is a lovely lake with canoe and rowboat rentals. We'll conclude the event with a potluck dinner under the shelter.
2:00 Arrival and games
2:15 Optional canoe/rowboat rental
5:00 Potluck dinner
8:30 Park closes
Please bring a main dish and a dessert to share along with folding chairs and outdoor games. We'll provide the shelter, paper goods, and drinks for just $10.00 per family.
Boat rentals are only $10.00 an hour, payable to the forest preserve.
To print the registration form, please go to www.iche.org and click on events.
Come enjoy the day with us!
The I.C.H.E. Board
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